The Plant Centered and Thriving Podcast

Podcast Finale: Navigating the US Food System with Mel Weinstein: How to Make Healthy Choices Amidst Ultra-Processed Temptations

"We have the freedom to choose what we eat." Mel Weinstein, joins me today to dissect the truth behind ultra-processed foods. His expertise, captured in his written wor

Reversing his heart disease, pre-diabetes and a 65 pound weight loss were just some of the changes Kelley Gilberry saw after going plant-based. But inspiring others to do what he's done may be the best outcome yet.

"The food is the medicine and the medicine is the food." Kelley Gilberry, CHN, is a fervent advocate for holistic wellness, an accomplished Health Coach, plant-based nut

Unveiling the Fertility-Boosting Power of a Plant-Based Plate with Judy Simon and Dr. Angela Thayer

Struggling with infertility? What's on your plate may be impacting you more than you know. Today I welcome Judy Simon, RDN and Dr. Angela Thayer, two leading experts

Why does it take something extreme like a parent being diagnosed with a horrible disease to finally shake us up enough to change our lifestyle? My guest, Mandy, went vegan 20 years ago for this very reason.

"I never have to worry about what I’m eating" The guests that join me every week come from all walks of life. They all get to this common place of plant-based eating, bu

Genny Mack is battling chronic illness. Her weapons of choice? Plant-based nutrition and holistic healing

"I have figured out how to listen to my body and I don’t have to feel lost in this health care society." My guest today is Genny Mack who bravely recounts her battle wit

Registered Dietitian and 20 year vegetarian, Sarah Heitzman, reminds us there is room in everyone's diet to enjoy their food

I love it when my two favorite things, dietetics and plant-based living intersect. Join me in this conversation with regional account manager from Dietitians On Demand, S

Worried you are doomed with nutrient deficiency without meat? Plant-based nutritionist, Callum Weir, lays those fears to rest.

"Everything you need to thrive you can get on a plant based diet" Join me and my guest plant-based nutritionist and the proud owner of Yumfu, Callum Weir. His vegan jou

Did you go vegan to lose weight? Fitness and Life Coach, Sherry Shaban, explains why its not working

"We all have our own inner doctor" This week I welcome, Sherry Shaban, an extraordinary fitness and life coach who’s battled back from the brink of paralysis to transfor

Ignored and dismissed by western doctors, this 30 year old Canadian found her way to a plant-based diet to heal herself. Now she is helping others heal, too.

"I realize plant-based thinking should be applied to every niche" Chanelle grappled with eczema and hormonal chaos for many years. When trying to seek medical interventi

Navigating Cholesterol: Dr. Michael Greger’s Plant-Based Health Strategies

"Patients and doctors underestimate the power of plants" Uncover the mystery of cholesterol and its powerful influence on your body as Dr. Michael Greger, M.D. the leadi

7 Walls We Help You Knock Down that are Keeping You From Going Plant-Based

Are you drawn to a plant-based lifestyle, but can't seem to make the switch because you think there are hurdles standing in your way?  Today we lay out the playbook

Globe-Trotting on Greens: How to Thrive as a Vegan Abroad

"You haven't had bad tofu, you've only had tofu prepared badly" When Phoenix first peered behind the curtain of factory farming in middle school, they couldn&

Protect Your Mental Health with Plant-Based Nutrition

"I didn’t realize how much of an impact just the meal I’m eating will have on my whole day" Discover the transformative power of plant-based nutrition and holistic ment

What do you do when you know your doctor gives you the wrong advice? Our guest reminds us that we are our best health advocate.

"Use your voice. You know your body better than anybody else." Have you ever felt the chill from the cold shoulder of medical professionals? That's the frosty real

100 pounds lighter, this native Texan and former meat eater is on a mission to nourish his community with plant-based jerky

"The first time I heard of Meatless Monday I laughed out loud. I couldn’t even think of a meatless snack." When native Texan, Brett, began sprinkling flax seeds into his

A Fighter's Diet: George's Plant-Based Path to Beating Cancer

"The doctor said if you pursue diet to treat this you’ll be dead in a year. I said okay I need to find someone else." George, a 64 year old man who took pride in his hea

How to Live Like a Blue Zone in 2024

Embark on a transformative journey with us as we unveil the secrets to a longer, healthier life, inspired by the world's Blue Zones. This episode promises to not onl

The Best of 2023: Part 2

Welcome to the Best of 2023 Series! Today's episode features some of our favorite inspirational stories from people just like you and me.  However, they have used t

The Best of 2023: Part 1

Welcome to the Best of 2023 Series! We will break this series down into two episodes. This first episode will be featuring some of the plant-based experts that have best

12 Festive Recipes: A Guide to an Easy Plant-Based Holiday Table

Promise us you won't miss this episode if you're looking for a guilt-free feast, packed with flavor and nutrients, and brought to you straight from nature'