Plant Trainers Podcast - Plant Based Nutrition & Fitness

In this episode of the Planters Podcast, we talk to Pat and Dianne Doyle about plant-based instant pot prep hacks and mason jar storage. Each of them has a unique cancer journey that led them closer and closer to a plant-based lifestyle. You will find it interesting how they were able to find systems that work for them to save time, make healthy eating easier, and spread those tools to the rest of the world. We learned a little bit about how mason jars can extend the shelf life of foods, both frozen and fresh. You're going to want to listen to all of these tips and tricks. We hope you enjoy the show. Pat and Dianne are enthusiastic advocates of living a Whole Foods Plant-Based (WFPB) lifestyle, who focus on raising awareness of the benefits and teaching new followers how to easily prepare delicious meals. They also believe in the importance of community support and organize events such as WFPB Informational Meetings, food-prep demos, pot luck dinners, jar swaps, and meet-ups. An engineering graduate of Texas, Dianne stepped away from her career to raise her five children. Now, Dianne has earned the certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies through eCornell. She is also an avid gardener and has turned her flower beds and most of her yard into fruit and vegetable gardens. Pat and Dianne are proud to be helping people on all channels under the name Plant-Based Dallas. In this episode we discuss:  Finding plant-based 2 Cancer Journeys Fave meals  The instant pot and the magnets  Mason Jars

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Carl Mason about a natural approach to healing. Carl is a new friend of ours who we met through the health coaching world. His methods just make sense. It has been wonderful hearing the stories of his clients and their progress. After working with one of our Redox experts, he began to see improvements in his own eye health. He has now incorporated redox into some of his clients' protocols and their bodies are responding beautifully.  Carl has been involved in lifestyle transformation for over 30 years. He has had successful careers in personal training, coaching, design, landscaping and currently, cancer coaching which includes mindset as well as self-sabotage coaching. Carl's own journey through cancer in his mid-20's has led him to discover the value and abundance in a plant-based diet. His extensive studies on how to implement and apply a plant-based and natural approach to healing has helped him improve the quality of life for himself and others. In this episode we discuss:  Finding a plant-based lifestyle His cancer journey Lifestyle and mindset for his clients His blindness  The role of Asea Redox tips for people to have healthier lifestyle

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Boyd Dunleavey about his journey as a two time blood cancer survivor to Boston Marathon runner. He had a life saving stem cell transplant in May 2012 after nearly a year of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. His stem cell donor is an American naval serviceman named Nathan Barnes. Nathan was in Japan when he got the call to donate his stem cells to save his life! A year after his last treatment Boyd decided that he wanted to get healthy. A friend took him to Alaska and ran a marathon for him. He came home from that trip, bought a pair of shoes and started running. April 18th 2022 he ran the Boston marathon for the 4th time in person. It was his 10th marathon in 10 years after his life saving stem cell transplant. As a bonus it was his fastest Boston by 7 minutes! In this episode we discuss:  His Leukaemia  Finding running  Stem Cell surgery  The way running helped him  How to start running Meeting his stem cell donor Boston marathon x4

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Marc DiNola about holistic dentistry and mercury fillings. We are always trying to find new ways to help people who are not willing to go plant-based yet or are already plant based, but still having health issues. We are thrilled to introduce you to Dr. Marc who unpacks what it means to be a holistic dentist and how the mercury in the fillings affects the body while it’s in and sometimes when it comes out.  Dr. Marc is the founder of The Dental Wellness Center, which is not your typical dental practice. It’s very common for people to suffer from chronic neck, shoulder pain, headaches and insomnia and Dr. Marc has devoted his life to helping people whose oral conditions are affecting their whole health. He has been practicing since 1993 (over 25 years) and licensed by the Dental Board of Maryland. Marc is also a member of several dental associations, including the American Dental Association, Holistic Dental Association, and International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology. In this episode we discuss:  Biological dentistry Integrative dentistry The history of filings Amalgam fillings Mercury Mercury Injury Safe Removal Who can have amalgam fillings Iodine Microbiome MTFHR gene Mercury and thyroid Basic nutrition

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Louise Palmer-Masterton all about the vegan restaurant world and zero-carbon menus and labeling. We discuss the importance of supporting vegan restaurants and how you are going to get better quality food there, rather than the omni restaurants. Did you know there are restaurants focusing on less waste and less carbon footprint not just from their takeout boxes but from everything it takes to put the food on the plate? We loved learning about zero-carbon menus and labeling.  Louise Palmer-Masterton is the founder of multiple award-winning restaurants - Stem & Glory,  hip and trendy but accessible plant-based restaurants, serving delicious gourmet vegan food from locally sourced ingredients, 100% made on site. She is doing her part in paving the way for zero Carbon menu labeling. In this episode we discuss:  Gratitude for family Compassionate eating Finding food Vegan restaurants in London Vegan and non-vegan restaurants How omni restaurants can change their menus Supporting vegan restaurants Reviews Zero-Carbon menu labeling Consumer driven Stem and Glory menu Cook books

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Sexy Fit Vegan, Ella Magers about vegan strength. She shares her story of finding a vegan - Plant-Based lifestyle and how it helped her stay young, fit and strong. We talk about everything Muay Thai, vegan workouts, nutrition tips and we even get into mindset and the words we use and how it affects us.  An animal lover since birth and a dedicated vegan since the age of 7, Ella Magers is on a mission to transform the culture of the vegan movement from the inside out. Through visionary writing, inspiring talks, and compassionate coaching, she gives modern vegans the tools they need to heal and empower themselves in a world that challenges them at every turn.  For years she struggled with disordered eating, family turmoil, and self-doubt, but her dedication to advocating for the world’s voiceless animals drove her forward. Now, she knows that helping her fellow vegans articulate and embrace their own unquenchable passions will both restore them as individuals, and also unite them in their quest to rid the world of animal suffering.  Ella’s deepest gift is her ability to shatter patterns that no longer serve. She shows people that there are alternatives, that the comfort of the mainstream can be deadly, and that plant-based living is the quickest path to holistic health. In this episode we discuss:  Big pigs  Daniel Boon  Finding plant-base  Being strong Finding Muay Thai  Vegan workouts  Meals outside the box Tips for eating After workout nutrition  “Busy” and “I have to”

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz (Dr. B.) all about microbiome, fermented foods, the fiber paradox and histamine. IT’s always fun talking with Dr. B as he is a wealth of information. One might even say his episodes and full of shit..but we would not want to give you the wrong impression. We talked about how dog kisses and human kisses can help your microbiome. We then get into new research on fermented foods. And see where kombucha is on the list. And we finally got to the topic as planned of histamine. You’re going to want to listen to this closely and take notes as there is some great info here. And Find out what is the superfood for histamine reaction.  Dr. Will Bulsiewicz (or "Dr. B") is an award winning gastroenterologist, internationally recognized gut health expert and the New York Times-bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled Cookbook. He sits on the Scientific Advisory Board of ZOE, has authored more than twenty articles published in peer-reviewed scientific journals, has given more than forty presentations at national meetings, presented to Congress and the USDA, and has taught over 10,000 students how to heal and optimize their gut health. He lives in Charleston, South Carolina with his wife and children.  In this episode we discuss:  Dogs and gut microbiome Microbiome and relationships  CRH Gut held hostage  Stress management  Microbiome and getting back into public New research in fermentation  Fermented foods Kombucha yay or nay  Histamine  DAO  Pea sprouts and other legumes  Fiber paradox

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Alan Goldhamer all about water fasting and intermittent fasting. While Intermittent fasting is what everybody is talking about these days long-term water fasting has been proven to have amazing medical benefits. So we have asked the expert to break down intermittent fasting and what you need to know about it. He explained the difference between intermittent and water fasting and everything you need to know especially when to do it alone and when you need to be medically supervised. We are not recommending that you go on a long-term water fast yourself in your home. We talked about everything from how to adjust your supplements when intermittent fasting to fasting and cancer. Despite talking about fasting, this episode really made us hungry knowing how good the food is at the True North Health Center. Dr. Alan Goldhamer is the founder of TrueNorth Health Center, a state-of-the-art facility that provides medical and chiropractic services, psychotherapy and counseling, as well as massage and body work. He is also director of the Center's groundbreaking residential health education program. More... Articulate, inspiring and energetic, Dr. Goldhamer is one of the most pioneering and dedicated visionaries in health today. An outspoken professional who doesn't shy away from a spirited debate, he is deeply committed to helping people stuck in self-destructive cycles reclaim their ability to change their lives. Dr. Goldhamer was the principal investigator in two landmark studies. He has supervised the fasts of thousands of patients. Under his guidance, the Center has become one of the premier training facilities for doctors wishing to gain certification in the supervision of therapeutic fasting. He is the author of The Health Promoting Cookbook and co-author of The Pleasure Trap: Mastering The Hidden Force That Undermines Health and Happiness. Dr. Goldhamer was the principal investigator in two landmark studies. The first: "Medically Supervised Water-Only Fasting in the Treatment of Hypertension" appeared in the June 2001 issue of the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. Its publication marked a turning point in the evolution of evidence supporting the benefits of water-only fasting. The second study: "Medically Supervised Water-Only Fasting in the Treatment of Borderline Hypertension," appeared in the October 2002 issue of the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Currently, Dr. Goldhamer is directing a team that is developing a prospective study, incorporating random assignment and long-term follow-up on the cost and clinical outcomes in the treatment of diabetes and high blood pressure with fasting and a health-promoting diet.  After completing his chiropractic education at Western States Chiropractic College in Portland, Oregon, Dr. Goldhamer traveled to Australia, where he became licensed as an osteopathic physician. He is the author of The Health Promoting Cookbook and co-author of The Pleasure Trap: Mastering The Hidden Force That Undermines Health and Happiness. In this episode we discuss:  SOS free Medications  Radical healing  Fasting Intermittent fasting What is success Everyone should fast  Long term water fasting  What’s happening in your body the first few days  Benefits of water fast after 5 days  Fasting and cancer and other diseases  TMA Losing weight  “Breaking fast” When to take your supplements when fasting

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Toni Okamoto of Plant-Based on a Budget. How cool is that? She has become a plant-based/vegan superstar and we are enjoying making recipes from her book! We talk about what got her into the plant-based world and how the community was everything for her. Of course, we talk about saving time, money, and headaches when planning and making plant-based meals. You know Shoshana loves talking about freezing food and Toni lets us in on a tip about product placement in the grocery stores! Toni Okamoto is the founder of Plant-Based on a Budget, the popular website and meal plan that shows you how to save dough by eating veggies. She’s also the author of the Plant-Based on a Budget Cookbook, co-author of The Friendly Vegan Cookbook, and the co-host of The Plant-Powered People Podcast. Okamoto’s work has been profiled by NBC News, Parade Magazine, and she’s a regular presence on local and national morning shows across the country, where she teaches viewers how to break their meat habit without breaking their budget. She was also featured in the popular documentary What the Health. When she’s not cooking up a plant-based storm, she’s spending time with her husband and their rescued dog in Sacramento, CA. In this episode we discuss:  Support systems Becoming vegan Veg club Community Saving time Freezing Saving money How to find the cheapest item on the shelf

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Kiyomi Koike about the benefits of green tea. Kiyomi is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to green tea. It is fascinating to hear about the difference between matcha and sencha tea and how they are grown. She shares the power of tea and how it helped her family through the scariest time. You will also learn how to know which tea companies to trust and learn how to make a great cup of tea without ruining the nutrients. For a discount click the link below. Kiyomi, the founder of SEI MEE TEA, is an avid researcher of green tea who began her green tea journey when her husband was diagnosed with cancer after her second child was born. Desperate to help him survive stage III cancer, Kiyomi worked intensively to find a better, more palatable product to be able to provide Bill with the health benefits of green tea.  Bill beat the odds. Bill and Kiyomi thought it was their moral duty to share their discoveries with the public and that’s how SEI MEE TEA was born.  Kiyomi has been sharing her knowledge with her customers for almost two decades now with her mission being to offer the best, most enjoyable green tea for your health based on the facts.  The water process decaffeinated Sencha powder she offers is a rare-to-find product with the only ingredient used being certified organic Sencha green tea leaf.  This is the result of Kiyomi working directly with a certified organic farmer in Japan.   In this episode we discuss:  Finding green tea and the family health journey  Components of green tea  Benefits of green  Studies  Matcha and sencha  How to know if your buying quality tea  Tea from China or Japan  Water temperature- myth or truth?  How to prepare the perfect cup  How much tea a day?

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Chef AJ and Glen Merzer about furthering the Unprocessed journey. They are the co-authors of the popular book, Unprocessed and it’s getting a makeover. Wait until you hear all about the changes in the book and the tips and recipes we talk about during this episode. And wait until you hear what Chef AJ is doing JUST FOR YOU! Chef AJ has been devoted to a plant-exclusive diet for nearly 45 years. She was the host of the television series Healthy Living with CHEF AJ which aired on Foody TV. A chef, culinary instructor and professional speaker, she is author of the popular book Unprocessed: How to Achieve Vibrant Health and Your Ideal Weight. Her bestselling books The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss: A Revolutionary Approach to Conquer Cravings, Overcome Food Addiction and Lose Weight Without Going Hungry and Own Your Health have received glowing endorsement by many luminaries in the plant based movement. She broadcasts CHEF AJ LIVE! on YouTube and Facebook daily. She is the creator of the Ultimate Weight Loss Program, which has helped hundreds of people achieve the health and the body that they deserve, and is proud to say that her IQ is higher than her cholesterol. In 2018 she was inducted into the Vegetarian Hall of Fame. The 10th Anniversary Edition of Unprocessed will be available  Glen Merzer is a playwright, screenwriter, and author. He has authored or co-authored eleven books with a vegan message. His latest book, Food Is Climate: A Response to Al Gore, Bill Gates, Paul Hawken, & The Conventional Narrative on Climate Change, argues that the only way to reverse climate change is to put an end to animal agriculture. Glen began his career in book-writing as co-author, with Howard Lyman, of Mad Cowboy (1998). Glen is also co-author of The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss (2018) and Unprocessed (2011) by Chef AJ, as well as other books advocating plant-based eating. In 2020, Glen wrote Own Your Health (The Book Publishing Company), to which Chef AJ contributed over 75 recipes. Prior to focusing on book writing, Glen had careers as a playwright, screenwriter, and stand-up comic. Glen grew up in Bellmore, N.Y., and attended New College of Florida in Sarasota. In this episode we discuss:  Finding the good in COVID  How they met  The Unprocessed updated SOS free  The pleasure trap  Food addiction

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with our very own, Shoshana Chaim, all about powering your redox potential. We did do an episode a while back on redox with Aviva and Dr. Zilia Goreshnik. Since then Shoshana has been studying a lot with them and helping people who are both plant-based and not. In fact, some of you are included in that. She helped a plant-based nurse who was sos free and still having huge inflammation in her arm and back. She was able to sleep better, bike again, and get back to work because the inflammation went down in the elbow. our favourite listener experience is a wonderful mom who was told her daughter would have an autoimmune issue for the rest of her life with fevers over 103 every month. Over a year we watched those fevers get less severe and further apart until they were gone and have never returned. She also works with other health practitioners and now health advocates and train them to help others with this redox technology. She feels so blessed to be able to do this work. And We’d love to give any podcast listener a 20 min consult to see how redox may help you.  Shush works so hard and cares so much about her clients. It’s wonderful hearing about all their stories. We both value plants in our lives and see what it does for others. But sometimes it’s not enough like it wasn’t for her only 4 years ago. For some people, like a lot of the people we love, they are not willing (yet) to go plant-based and they need help that is not a bandaid and gets down to healing at the cellular level. Many people like us add it to our routine to be as healthy as possible so they can have a better shot of avoiding things they see others around them getting. And it’s amazing how athletes make less lactic acid, have better Vo2 max, work out faster, are stronger, and recover ON TOP OF what a plant-based diet does already. Adam ran over 300 kilometers in one month and Rich Roll used this during his Epic 5 and the Iron Cowboy, James Lawrence used this too.  We hope you enjoy this presentation Shoshana gave a few weeks ago and if you have any questions, interest, or want a free 20 min consult, please reach out at info@planttrainers.com or check out the links below. You will need guidance with these products are we assigned to help you when you set up an account with us.

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Dr. Silvia Odorcic about the role of lifestyle on eye health. We are so excited to introduce you to Dr. Silvia if you don’t know her already. We love finding lifestyle medicine doctors in our own backyard. She is an ophthalmologist, and she breaks down some of the eye health vocabulary you may have been wondering about. You’ll love hearing about how a plant-based diet can affect eye health and hear her explanation of how Adam's eye health changed after one of being plant-based. We love how she is on a mission to empower women. Oh, and if you are wondering what foods to eat specifically for eye health, you’ll want to listen till the end. You may be shocked.  Dr. Silvia Odorcic is a Toronto-based double board-certified MD, certified in Lifestyle Medicine & Ophthalmology. Her soul mission is to revolutionize the current healthcare paradigm through plant-based nutrition & healthy lifestyle habits. Dr. Silvia transitioned to a plant-based lifestyle 4 years ago after being burned out and it changed her life trajectory! She is a conscious leader who believes that health is our ultimate portal into spirituality & self-fulfillment. She offers 1:1 private mentorship, as well as an evidence-based online Plant-based Nutrition Course for anyone ready to overhaul their nutrition. She recently completed her first solo marathon running purely on plants and is passionate about helping women to blaze their own paths and craft a magnificent legacy as they do. In this episode we discuss: Bell let’s talk day  Finding plant-based Medical nutrition education Eye health and nutrition lifestyle Cataracts Macrodedenation Glaucoma Adam’s eyes Success stories Foods to eat for your eyes Empowering women

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Jeffrey Smith all about understanding GMO and organics. For as long as we have been in the plant-based world there have been arguments about the dangers of GMO and non-organic foods. So we tracked down the most knowledgeable person we could find to teach us what GMO are, if and why they are dangerous, and to help us understand organic foods more. We covered everything from roundup to glyphosate to how to identify foods in the grocery store.  As a leading spokesperson on GMO health dangers, Jeffrey Smith authored 2 global bestsellers, directed 5 films, delivered 1000 lectures and 1000 interviews in 45 countries, trained 1500 speakers, and organized over 10,000 grassroots advocates. He is now sounding the alarm about the serious, even irreversible hazards from new genetic engineering techniques, which can lead to health and environmental catastrophes. Jeffrey leads the global Protect Nature Now coalition, urging governments to stop the release of all genetically engineered microbes. In this episode we discuss: Finding GMO and Organics What is GMO? Roundup ready How to identify find non GMO -BE (bioengineered, QR) Responsibletechnology.org Is organic sprays dangerous to the world GMO and roundup Illnesses of organic and GMO Glyphosate Is organic worth the money?

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Tom Fisher all about the impact of lifestyle on cancer. Tom Fisher is a fountain of information when it comes to cancer and lifestyle. We felt like the conversation could have continued forever. He shared with us his health journey with cancer and then we talked a lot about certain nutrients to eat or supplement with and how it affects the body. We dove into sugar, alkalinity as well as other lifestyle factors that can affect cancer growth in the body. Tom Fisher, R.N., B.A., is also a highly experienced Health Coach with over 16,000 clinical hours of working one on one with people with various health challenges. Tom is a Certified Health Educator and stage IV cancer survivor, “now over 21 years cancer-free”. He is currently developing content and health protocols for the Cancer Coach Organization. Tom studied under some of the top integrative medical practitioners in the world. He lectured throughout the United States on health and nutrition. He is a Health Optimization Coaching Academy, “HOCA” instructor. Tom has a unique background in health, having worked with patients in allopathic and integrative medicine and having been through the medical system as a patient with cancer. In this episode we discuss: Love water His health journey and finding plant based Accidentally finding Stage 4 bone cancer Phytonutrients What foods to eat to Alkalinity Wheatgrass, spirulina and chlorella Sugar Lactic acid What is PubMed Lack of minerals Need to supplement Carcinogenic foods Fats and oils Mind body health Recall healing Chinese medicine technique Genetic expression Detoxification

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk about our daily routines for better health. We have always had morning and evening routines and they have changed a lot over the years. We share a bit about what we do, what’s working, what's not and maybe a bit about what else we would like to be doing. Whether you feel like you’ve got your daily routine down pat, or feel like there is room for improvement, you’ll get some great ideas from this show.  Adam Chaim is a graduate of McGill University and eCornell’s Plant-Based Nutrition program. He is a 47 year-old plant-based athlete, wellness advocate, husband, father of two with over 25 years in the health and fitness industry. 10 years ago, after a major wake-up call, Adam adopted a whole foods plant-based lifestyle, which has enabled him to thrive in all aspects of his life. Adam is the co-host of The Plant Trainers Podcast helping people improve their quality of life through nutrition and fitness. Adam has completed several marathons, triathlons, ultra marathons, 10km swim, Ironman Texas & Ironman Louisville. Shoshana Chaim is a Canadian Wellness Expert who works with families to guide them on their holistic journey so they can improve cellular communication and achieve their health and life goals by meeting them where they are. She also teaches her tools to health practitioners and entrepreneurs so together they can make the world a healthier and happier place. She is the founder of Plant Trainers, with an interest in Redox Signalling Technology and Plant-Based Nutrition. Shoshana is the co-host of the popular Plant Trainers Podcast, helping people improve their quality of life through plant-based nutrition. Shoshana is an international speaker and #1 best selling, international author of I Am A Peaceful Goldfish, a picture book that teaches children the importance of mindfulness and taking big breaths in a fun and imaginative way. Her website is shoshanachaim.com. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two children. In this episode we discuss:  Tomorrow starts tonight Sleep routines Meditation  Supplements for us and the kids Breakfasts Movement and exercise Chores Lunches  Our workday Dinners Time together Evening routines Free 20 minute consult

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Lisa Simon all about optimizing male and female fertility through the use a plant-based diet. But it is more like unpacking some of the preconceived notions around diet and pregnancy and looking at the real answers. What do you need to be eating? Can diet effect male fertility as well as female fertility? What role do saturated fats, carbohydrates, and grains really play? These are things that are hard enough for some to navigate when they are not trying to get pregnant! You’ll get a lot of specifics on what to be eating if you’ve got a baby on the mind or if you are like us and DO NOT want to be more fertile, you’ll still have great ideas on what to make sure you’re getting day to day. Lisa Simon has worked for the NHS since 2014, specializing in gastroenterology in 2016. She left her full-time post in 2019 to focus on her freelance work but continues to run weekly clinics for the NHS. Her special area of interest is optimizing fertility with a plant-based diet, and she is passionate about providing compassionate care, using all the pillars of lifestyle medicine in order to fully benefit her patients. In this episode we discuss:  Waking up  Finding plant-based for fertility  Adding in more plants or taking out animal products Heme iron and plant iron  Omegas  Saturated fat  Ovarian aging  What men need for fertility and what women need  Iron deficiency and anemia  When to become plant-based  Which nutrients and foods are important to eat when looking to become pregnant for men and women Warnings about iodine and kelp  🙅‍♀️ low carb diet  Pregnancy and infant loss Remembrance day

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Howard Jacobson about changing other people and if that is even possible. It is always a hoot with Howie. This is his fourth appearance on the Plant Trainers Podcast and we always laugh and have fun. For some, change is no laughing matter, and trying to change others is even more serious. I think at the end of the day, our conversation was about the steps you can take to respectfully model and educate the ones we love about a plant-based diet to help them be ready to decide to change on their own. This episode is for anyone who is plant-based and is struggling to have their family members and the ones they love follow suit.  Howie Jacobson, PhD, is a health coach and an executive coach to clients ranging from startup founders to established and rising Fortune 100 leaders. He is director of coaching at Bregman Partners and head coach at the Healthy Minds Initiative. Howie is the author of AdWords For Dummies; coauthor of Sick to Fit and Use the Weight to Lose the Weight, with Josh LaJaunie; contributing author to Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition and The Low Carb Fraud, both by T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D.; and Proteinaholic by Garth Davis, M.D. Howie’s writings have also appeared in Fast Company and Harvard Business Review. He hosts the Plant Yourself Podcast, where he interviews remarkable people engaged in healing at the individual, institutional, and planetary level. In this episode we discuss:  Gratitude practice Finding plant-based Plant-based amnesia  Are we programmed to be lazy? Why people are hesitant to make changes You Can Change Other People: The Four Steps to Help Your Colleagues, Employees, Even Family, Up Their Game Critical vs ally Concentrating on values and goals Making a plan Coaching

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Colleen Montgomery all about a plant-based diet for cardiac rehab patients and the importance of lifestyle on our overall health. Colleen breaks down some cardiology information for us like what cardiac rehab is, who should be getting it, and what lifestyle changes can be made to improve cardiac health. We discuss statins and why you would want to try to avoid them, how to cautiously get to exercising and we also discuss why children and teens need to start making smart decisions for their health now.  Colleen Montgomery is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Certified Plant-Based Health Coach, and owner of Wellness Within LLC. During her 12 years working with heart patients she discovered the powerful medicinal effects of food and other lifestyle choices. Now, her clients improve their heart health in big ways by combining the most effective behavior change techniques with the healthiest habits on the planet. Share this out with any cardiac patient you know.  In this episode we discuss:  Finding plant-based Dr Greger and Esselstyn  Didn’t wait till she was sick  Cardiac rehabilitation Cardiac risk factors and genetics  Preventing cardiac events Reversal  Marking small changes or being predominantly plant-based  Side effects of statins  Don’t stop medications on your own  What to look for to talk to your doctor about reducing meds  Exercise and precautions Tips for teens

In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Jennifer Helene Popken about vitality plant-based foods and her stint on MasterChef. Jennifer Helene is a wealth of knowledge and always such a pleasure to connect with. I was excited to have her on the show to share her health and nutrition journey that started at such a young age. We talk a lot about vitality food, live food, unlikely breakfasts, and some Ayurvedic practices. We are certain you’ll come away from this episode with a new habit. Jennifer Helene was also a plant-based contestant on the very meat-heavy show Master Chef. She shares her experience and we know we are getting the full story as her non-disclosure contract is expired! So stay tuned to the end of the show for all the juicy details.  Jennifer Helene, M.S. is an international expert in health. She is immersed in cutting-edge nutrition, fitness, and spiritual thought leadership. She is a serial entrepreneur and builds programs for health coaching, lifestyle change, and mentoring programs; training the trainers. Former FORD model, MasterChef (FOX TV) cast member, mother, seeker of truth, she runs Purposeful Ventures a company that is helping Moms succeed in revitalizing their life, relationships, businesses, and health. In this episode we discuss:  Meditation  Practice  Finding plant-based Leukaemia  Pre-diabetes  Unlikely breakfasts Good food  Vitality food  Making Squash  Living foods  Ayurveda  MasterChef