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Renewal | The “short summer break” turned into a longer pause.
So Hum I Am Meditation
COME ALIVE | Episode 3 - The Mighty Liver
The liver is one of the organs that doesn’t get the attention that it deserves. We don’t give it the credit for all the jobs and functions it has to perform for us every single day and almost all health conditions (either physical or emotional,), beauty problems and premature aging are closely linked with the declined liver.
More on this episode:
- Main functions of the Liver- Why the liver is important?
- How to support your liver and keep it healthy
- Liver and gallbladder flush
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COME ALIVE | Episode 2 – What Causes Disease?
Welcome to the Plant Based Academy Podcast, where Nikki and Zuzana share simple steps and building blocks for true health and lasting well-being. Together let’s explore a better path that leads to a healthy future for people and the planet.
Many of us fear disease. Just take a look at the world right now. Many people are living in fear. Fear of becoming ill, or their loved ones becoming ill.
We are afraid of disease, and the consequences it would have on our lives if we get ill.
Yet majority of people have very little understanding of how the human body functions and what actually causes disease. So if we want to understand how to be healthy, it's important and very helpful to understand what causes disease. If we understand it, there is less chance that we will fear it.
More on this episode:
- What is disease?
- The real roots of disease
- How fear leads to suffering and disease and how to get out of it
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COME ALIVE | Episode 1 - Now We Begin
COME ALIVE: Simple Steps To True Health & A Happy Life
EPISODE #1 - NOW WE BEGIN
Welcome to the Plant Based Academy Podcast, where Nikki and Zuzana share simple steps and building blocks for true health and lasting well-being. Together let’s explore a better path that leads to a healthy future for people and the planet.
On this episode we introduce our new Come Alive series. Health and vitality are the natural states of being for the human body. Because of eating habits and lifestyle choices, however, most people are suffering from various health conditions that inhibit their ability to enjoy life to the fullest.
More on this episode:
- Challenge with the current western medical model
- The leading cause of death in the United States
- You have the power to make a change
Resources mentioned:
Null, Gary, Ph.D.; Carolyn Dean, MD, ND; Martin Feldman, MD; Debora Rasio, MD, Dorothy Smith, Ph.D. Death by Medicine. December 2003.
http://www.webdc.com/pdfs/deathbymedicine.pdf
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#87 Ryan Leier: Life Of A Modern Yogi
**PLEASE NOTE** This podcast was recorded on April 10, 2020
“Everything you do affects everything else. You, and what you do matters” - Ryan Leier
Connect With Ryan Leier:
Website
Instagram
The One Yoga Digital Studio
Related Resources:
45 Minute Vinyasa Yoga Class with Ryan Leier
The Heart of Yoga: Developing a Personal Practice
Light on Yoga: The Definitive Guide to Yoga Practice
Yoga Mala by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois
Ramaswami SrivatsaÂ
The Path of the Yoga Sutras: A Practical Guide to the Core of Yoga
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Have a question related to health, plant-based nutrition, or earth-friendly living?
No question is too simple or obvious to ask. We are here for you. Email us at info@activevegetarian.com or leave your question in the comment box below. We look forward to connecting with you soon.
Dedicated to your health & wellbeing,
N&Z
#86 Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: How To Restore Your Gut Naturally
In this episode, we talk about:
- Why is gut health important
- What foods support a healthy gut
- What is the microbiome
- How can you increase the number of good bacteria in my gut
- How can exercise impact your gut health
Supporting resources:
Where To Find Dr.B:
Related Resources You Might Enjoy:
Plant-Based Starter Guide - PDF Download
GREEN CREAM SOUP for a healthy gut
Winter Juice For Digestion and Healthy Gut
Gut Healing Salted Caramel Smoothie
Healing Garlic Miso Soup – Anti Viral & Immune Boosting
How To effectively reduce stress and anxiety with diet
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Have a question about a plant-based lifestyle?
No question is too simple or obvious to ask. We are here for you. Email us at info@activevegetarian.com or leave your question in the comment box below. We look forward to connecting with you soon.
Dedicated to your health & wellbeing,
#85 Blake Ward: The Healthiest Clothes on the Planet
In this episode, we talk about:
- Our Clothing Choices, Our Environment, Our Health
- The Fast Fashion Problem
- Benefits of Hemp Clothing
- The Journey of the Seed Store
Where To Find Blake:
Website/Store
Instagram
Facebook
Talk about resources:
Why the duck are we wearing plastic?
Hemp Clothing Benefits - A Sustainable Choice!
The Coronation by Charles Eisenstein
Light pollution map
The Plant-Powered Athlete
Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy:
#73: How To Smoothly Transition To A Healthy Plant-Based Lifestyle
#69: Practical Tips To Declutter Your Home – One Room At A Time
#52: The Beginner’s Guide To Simplicity
#43: Beginners Guide To Zero-Waste Living
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Have a question about a plant-based lifestyle?
No question is too simple or obvious to ask. We are here for you. Email us at info@activevegetarian.com or leave your question in the comment box below. We look forward to connecting with you soon.
#84 The Power of Intuition: How to Connect with Your True Self
Understanding what intuition is and learning to use as a part of our lives can be very powerful! We all have a natural capacity for intuition, but often social conditioning and formal education work against it. Most of us are taught to ignore our gut feelings and instincts rather than to understand and use them as a foundation for personal growth and development―and in the process, we undermine the very roots of the innate wisdom that is meant to guide us towards manifesting our desires and true happiness.
In this episode, Nikki and Zuzana identify exactly what intuition is and offer suggestions for how to tap into this amazing guiding system we all have within us.
In this episode, we talk about:
- So what is intuition?
- How do you connect with your intuition?
- Tips to strengthen your intuition
- How do you balance intuition and logic?
**Includes specific tips designed to help you nourish and support your natural intuitive gifts.
Supporting resources:
The Artist’s Way
The Artist's Way Starter Kit
One Minute Guided Meditation
Yoga Nidra – The Yogic Power Nap
Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy:
The Healing Powers Of Nature
How To Manage Stress In A Healthy Way
10 Simple Ways To Take Better Care Of Yourself
#46: On Illness, Death and Grief
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Have a question about a plant-based lifestyle?
No question is too simple or obvious to ask. We are here for you. Email us at info@activevegetarian.com or leave your question in the comment box below. We look forward to connecting with you soon.
Dedicated to your health & wellbeing,
Z&N
#83: Coronavirus, Cancer and Building Resilient Health
“Health. It’s the way to enjoy your life.”
The immune system is the cornerstone of your health and well being and the best defence against illness and disease. Your immune health depends on the lifestyle choices you make every day. By supporting your body's own natural ability to defend itself against pathogens, you will not only have resistance to colds and flu but to other illnesses and modern-day diseases that might come your way.
In our latest podcast episode, we share our thoughts on the global Coronavirus pandemic, the increase rate of cancer cases and ways you can build resilient health. Arm yourself and your family with the tools to strengthen your immune system and become resilient to the “modern-day” diseases.
Enjoy! 💚✨ - Z&N
AV 082 - Healthy & Easy Plant-Based Food Swaps
One of the first lessons we teach our clients is making healthier food choices. We know that breaking away from your usual foods and making better choices for yourself could be challenging - especially at the beginning. But trust that plant-based eating doesn't have to be complicated or difficult. And with the right guidance and support, it will become pretty easy for you to make a choice that you can feel good about. So here we are sharing some of the most common foods that people love and how to swap them with a healthier, plant-based option.
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Dedicated to your health & wellbeing,
Z&N
AV 081 - How To Break Free From Diets & Build A Healthy A Relationship With Food
In this episode, I got to chat with Cara Carin Cifelli as she shares her passion for helping women (and men) heal their relationship with food and their body image.
We talked about the "four bodies" and Cara breaks down what each body looks (feels) like and the ways we can recognize if we are out of balance, and if we are, how to we can realign ourselves.
This conversation leads us to “anti-diet” and talking about the relationship we can cultivate with food so it can nourish us rather than bombard us and makes us feel like prisoners. Through that conversation, Cara gets vulnerable and shares her personal experience with food and how she healed her relationship with it.
You can pre-order her book here:
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Indiebound
Books-a-Million
Book Depository
Thanks for listening! For more podcasts, nourishing plant-based recipes and lifestyle tips visit us at Active Vegetarian.
AV 080 - What are your thoughts on a plant-based keto diet?
In this episode, we are going to answer a question that keeps coming our way on a regular basis these days – What are your thoughts on a plant-based keto diet?
A ketogenic diet has become one of the most popular diet approaches in recent years, with everyone from celebrities to fitness gurus claiming that it can boost energy levels, sharpen focus and shed excess weight. Keto diet that consists of high amounts of fats and a very limited amount of carbohydrates is pretty much the opposite of the whole food plant-based approach. Yet some people are combining these two diets into what is referred to as - Plant-Based Keto Diet or Ketotarianism
In this episode, we talk about
What are the benefits and side effects of a ketogenic diet?
Is plant-based keto possible?
Keto and gut health
Carbs are not the enemy
Short term weight loss and long term suffering
Supporting resources:
Ending the ketogenic diet debate - Dr. Kim Williams
The Plant Proof Podcast –Episode 81
Related Podcasts You Might Enjoy:
The Game Changers Movie Review
Ten Ways to Stick To Your Plant-Based Diet In a Meat-Eating Household
How To Smoothly Transition To A Healthy Plant-Based Lifestyle
How To Support The Podcast?
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Have a question about a plant-based lifestyle?
No question is too simple or obvious to ask. We are here for you. Email us at info@activevegetarian.com or leave your question in the comment box below. We look forward to connecting with you soon.
Dedicated to your health & wellbeing,
Z&N
AV 079 – The Game Changers Movie Review
Hello Friend! Thanks for checking out our latest podcast episode.
In this episode of the AV Show, Nikki and Zuzana give their opinion on the latest plant-based film The Game Changers. Without going into too much detail and giving the film away Nikki & Zuzana discuss the storyline of Game Changers, parts that they really enjoyed and how they feel it can help make a positive impact on this movement of plant-based eating and athletism.
What you’ll learn:
What the film Game Changers is about
How a plant-based lifestyle benefits athletes
Talked about resources:
Visit us at www.activevegetarian.com for details and FREE downloads.
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AV 078 – Best Plant-Based Protein Sources, Meat Substitutes and Protein Powders
Hello and thank you for tuning in!
In this episode of the AV Show we are going to answer some of the common questions we receive about protein in a plant-based diet. You will learn how easy it could be for a plant-based eater to meet recommendations for protein, as long as nutrient-rich food intake is adequate. Obsessing about protein is not necessary; it is more important to focus on eating a varied diet consisting of whole foods. Also, find out about our top three protein powders to enhance your athletic performance!
What you’ll learn:
What are some good plant-based proteins
Why plant-based meat substitutes are not a healthy choice
How to chose a vegan protein powder supplement
AV 077 – Self-Care: 10 Simple Ways To Take Better Care Of Yourself
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What if you chose to live with this awareness without something serious having to happen? What would it feel like if you gave yourself more time and space to connect with YOU?
In today's episode we discuss the benefits of self care and 10 of our go-to habits that help cultivate more down time and connection. Read the full article HERE and find something that resonates with you and do it :)
Additional resources:
AV 076 - Anemia: A Plant-Based Approach To Iron Deficiency
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In this episode, we talk about one of the most common concerns for vegan/plant-based eaters - Iron! For the full article click HERE.
DOWNLOAD OUR HANDY IRON SOURCES CHEAT SHEET
Iron Rich Recipes:
Iron-Rich Green Juice
Red Detox Juice
Hulk Smoothie Bowl
Avocado Goji Pudding
Goji Berry + Ginger Smoothie
Goji & Wild Rice Bowl
Lentil Quinoa Loaf
Wild Rice & Hummus Collard Wraps
Light Vegan Chana Masala
RAW SUPERFOOD ENERGY BITES
GREEN CREAM SOUP
Additional resources:
Hematology | Types of Anemias
Restore
B12 Deficiency & Supplementation
Risk Associated with Iron Supplements
AV 075 - Ten Ways to Stick To Your Plant-Based Diet In a Meat-Eating Household
- How to make family dinners work without spending twice as long in the kitchen.
- Ways of making sure everyone leaves the table satisfied.
- Friendly approach to get your family to eat and enjoy healthy food
- Examples of great plant-based meals for a carnivorous family.
- The importance of leading by example and staying true to your values.
AV 074 - Eight simple ways to overcome sugar and junk food cravings - Plant-Based
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In this episode, we answered one of the top questions we received:
"I am completely addicted to sugar and carbs, and being vegan has sort of given me an excuse to indulge in these even more. What can help me stop eating so many carbs?"
Most people know they should eat less sugar, and reduce the amount of processed foods, but where to start? If you tend to rely on processed, packaged and prepared food or if you’re struggling with a sugar addiction, than this episode is for you!
You are going to learn:
- How sugar affects your health
- Which carbs are good for you and which ones to avoid?
- What are the causes of sugar and junk food cravings?
- 8 simple ways to overcome unhealthy cravings
- How to effectively replace unhealthy processed carbs with nourishing plant-based foods
We hope you enjoy the episode :)
RESOURCES
7-Day Whole Foods Plant-Based Meal Plan
The Power of Water: Don’t Medicate, Hydrate!
How To effectively reduce stress and anxiety with diet
6 Steps You Can Apply Right Now To Overcome Emotional Eating
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