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  • Protein-Packed Plant Foods (Ranked from Highest to Lowest)

    Protein-Packed Plant Foods (Ranked from Highest to Lowest)
    2025/09/06
    We’re continuing the protein conversation I started in Are You Getting Enough Protein? (Part One and Part Two). In those episodes, I unpacked why plant and animal amino acids are identical, why the RDA is just a minimum, and why being intentional about protein matters as we level up in age and fitness.Paid subscribers enjoy printable resources and my recipe for Homemade Seitan, so join the club today!In this episode,* I explain why “lean protein” really means plants.* I show why plant protein being “less concentrated” is actually a feature, not a bug.* I share why the protein-to-calorie ratio is such a helpful measurement, especially if your goal is fat loss and muscle gain.* I focus on plant foods that are both protein-rich and practical to eat (spoiler: I’m not eating 5 tablespoons of spirulina a day).* I parse out the 4 categories of protein-rich plant foods:* 🌟 Superstars: 15–20 g per 100 calories* ⭐ Standouts: 10–14 g per 100 calories* 💪 Solid Performers: 5–9 g per 100 calories* 🌱 Sustainers: 3–5 g per 100 calories* I provide product suggestions and practical ways to incorporate these foods into your everyday meals.* …and so much more.Paid subscribers enjoy printable resources and my recipe for Homemade Seitan, so join the club today!Food for Thought is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the work that goes into these episodes and articles, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Affiliate LinksTo keep Food for Thought Podcast ad-free and accessible to all, I rely on the support of paid subscribers. If you're already one—thank you. If you’re not, please consider becoming one. None of the companies below sponsored this episode. They’re simply brands I personally use, love, and trust—which is why I agreed to be an affiliate.If you make a purchase using the links below, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you—and you’ll receive exclusive discounts using the codes provided!* Complement SupplementsEverything you need, nothing you don’t. Complement makes targeted supplements for plant-based eaters, including B12, D3, DHA, and more—all from clean, trusted sources.🔗 lovecomplement.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 15% off all products!* Plaine ProductsRefillable, non-toxic, plastic-free personal care products like shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash. Gentle on you, gentle on the planet.🔗 plaineproducts.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 20% off all products!* Nama JuicerMy favorite cold-press juicer—quiet, powerful, and easy to clean. It’s become an essential part of my kitchen.🔗 namawell.com | Code: COLLEEN10 for 10% off all products!Additional Resources👉 Connect with me 1:1 – Get personalized guidance whatever you are looking for. (One one-on-one connection is also a perk of the Founding Member/VIP level here on Substack.)👉 Read A Year of Compassion – Daily inspiration to help you live with intention, kindness, and clarity.👉 Travel with me! I host animal-friendly, luxury, all-inclusive vegan trips around the world, specifically curated to ensure high-quality, high-touch premium experiences. Check out our upcoming trips, and let me know if you have any questions.👉 Check out my Recipe E-Books and my library of On-Demand Cooking Classes for recipes.If you found this episode helpful, please consider giving it a like, share, comment, or restack. It is free to read, but your support as a paid subscriber helps me continue creating content that inspires compassion and action—for animals, people, and the planet. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe
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  • “Climate Change” or “Climate Crisis"

    “Climate Change” or “Climate Crisis"
    2025/08/30

    Language doesn’t simply describe reality—it shapes how we see it, how we feel about it, and whether we act. The words we use around climate aren’t neutral: they can spark urgency, create fatigue, or open the door to hope.

    Research shows that familiar terms like climate change and global warming elicit more urgency and willingness to act than newer, heavier terms like climate crisis or climate emergency.

    In this episode of Food for Thought, I explore which words inspire, which ones backfire, and how choosing clearer, calmer language can move people toward solutions.

    (A written version of this episode can be found at colleenpatrickgoudreau.com)

    🎧 Listen in to learn how the words we choose can either keep people stuck in fear or move them toward meaningful action. You can also watch it as a YouTube video, as well!

    Affiliate Links

    To keep Food for Thought Podcast ad-free and accessible to all, I rely on the support of paid subscribers. If you're already one—thank you. If you’re not, please consider becoming one. None of the companies below sponsored this episode. They’re simply brands I personally use, love, and trust—which is why I agreed to be an affiliate.

    If you make a purchase using the links below, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you—and you’ll receive exclusive discounts using the codes provided!

    * Complement SupplementsEverything you need, nothing you don’t. Complement makes targeted supplements for plant-based eaters, including B12, D3, DHA, and more—all from clean, trusted sources.🔗 lovecomplement.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 15% off all products!

    * Plaine ProductsRefillable, non-toxic, plastic-free personal care products like shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash. Gentle on you, gentle on the planet.🔗 plaineproducts.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 20% off all products!

    * Nama JuicerMy favorite cold-press juicer—quiet, powerful, and easy to clean. It’s become an essential part of my kitchen.🔗 namawell.com | Code: COLLEEN10 for 10% off all products!

    Additional Resources

    👉 Connect with me 1:1 – Get personalized guidance whatever you are looking for. (One one-on-one connection is also a perk of the Founding Member/VIP level here on Substack.)

    👉 Read A Year of Compassion – Daily inspiration to help you live with intention, kindness, and clarity.

    👉 Travel with me! I host animal-friendly, luxury, all-inclusive vegan trips around the world, specifically curated to ensure high-quality, high-touch premium experiences. Check out our upcoming trips, and let me know if you have any questions.

    👉 Check out my Recipe E-Books and my library of On-Demand Cooking Classes for recipes.



    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe
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    20 分
  • Are You Eating Enough Protein? (Part Two)

    Are You Eating Enough Protein? (Part Two)
    2025/08/22
    If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, I encourage you to start there—we covered the basics of protein: what it is, how it functions in the body, why plant and animal amino acids are identical, and why the RDA is just the minimum.In Part 2, I talk about what’s shifted for me now that I’m at Level 55 (a language reframe I now love for “aging”), and why I had to “level up” when it came to both strength training and protein intake. Here’s what I share:* Why my perspective on protein has deepened—not because I’m vegan, but because I’m 55, post-menopausal, and also highly active* The game-changing role of resistance training (and why lifting heavier is essential as we age)* Why peri- and post-menopausal women—and older men—need more protein to counter muscle loss and support bone health* Practical ways to hit daily targets* The results I’ve experienced since increasing my protein and lifting heavier🎧 Listen to the full episode for practical tips, high-protein plant food ideas, and why I’ve become such a cheerleader for protein.👉 You can also watch the podcast episodes on YouTube now!DISCLAIMER: This episode is for informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health, medical condition, or before making changes to your diet, exercise, or medication.Food for Thought is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the work that goes into these episodes and articles, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Affiliate LinksTo keep Food for Thought Podcast ad-free and accessible to all, I rely on the support of paid subscribers. If you're already one—thank you. If you’re not, please consider becoming one. None of the companies below sponsored this episode. They’re simply brands I personally use, love, and trust—which is why I agreed to be an affiliate.If you make a purchase using the links below, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you—and you’ll receive exclusive discounts using the codes provided!* Complement SupplementsEverything you need, nothing you don’t. Complement makes targeted supplements for plant-based eaters, including B12, D3, DHA, and more—all from clean, trusted sources.🔗 lovecomplement.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 15% off all products!* Plaine ProductsRefillable, non-toxic, plastic-free personal care products like shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash. Gentle on you, gentle on the planet.🔗 plaineproducts.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 20% off all products!* Nama JuicerMy favorite cold-press juicer—quiet, powerful, and easy to clean. It’s become an essential part of my kitchen.🔗 namawell.com | Code: COLLEEN10 for 10% off all products!Additional Resources👉 Connect with me 1:1 – Get personalized guidance whatever you are looking for. (One one-on-one connection is also a perk of the Founding Member/VIP level here on Substack.)👉 Read A Year of Compassion – Daily inspiration to help you live with intention, kindness, and clarity.👉 Travel with me! I host animal-friendly, luxury, all-inclusive vegan trips around the world, specifically curated to ensure high-quality, high-touch premium experiences. Check out our upcoming trips, and let me know if you have any questions.👉 Check out my Recipe E-Books and my library of On-Demand Cooking Classes for recipes.Thoughts? Questions? Suggestions? Join our private chat! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe
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    39 分
  • Are You Eating Enough Protein? (Part One)

    Are You Eating Enough Protein? (Part One)
    2025/08/15
    For decades, U.S. dietary guidelines have linked “protein” with animal products. Even as the visuals evolved—from the “Basic Four” to the Food Pyramid to MyPlate—the message stuck: protein means meat.But protein isn’t a food group at all. It’s a macronutrient made of amino acids—the building blocks your body uses to build muscle, repair tissue, produce enzymes and hormones, and support immune health. And here’s the thing: your body doesn’t care if those amino acids come from lentils or chicken. They’re identical at the molecular level.So why does animal protein still get the reputation for being “better”? And what does the science actually say about how much protein we need—and from what sources?In this episode, I talk about:* How U.S. dietary guidelines shaped our view of protein — and why many still think “protein” means “meat”* How protein functions in the body, what amino acids are, and why plant and animal amino acids are identical* Why the RDA for protein is a minimum, not necessarily optimal, especially as we age or increase activity* What top plant-based nutrition experts recommend for daily protein intake and how it compares to the RDA* How protein needs change with age, activity level, and life stage* Why I’ve doubled my own protein intake — and the results I’ve seenWhether you’re in your 20s or your 80s, plant-based or not, active or just getting started, understanding protein is key to thriving long-term. And yes, you can do it 100% with plants.🎧 Listen to the full episode for practical tips, expert recommendations, and how to know if you might benefit from more protein. You can also watch it as a video on YouTube!DISCLAIMER: This episode is for informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health, medical condition, or before making changes to your diet, exercise, or medication.Food for Thought is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the work that goes into these episodes and articles, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Affiliate LinksTo keep Food for Thought Podcast ad-free and accessible to all, I rely on the support of paid subscribers. If you're already one—thank you. If you’re not, please consider becoming one. None of the companies below sponsored this episode. They’re simply brands I personally use, love, and trust—which is why I agreed to be an affiliate.If you make a purchase using the links below, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you—and you’ll receive exclusive discounts using the codes provided!* Complement SupplementsEverything you need, nothing you don’t. Complement makes targeted supplements for plant-based eaters, including B12, D3, DHA, and more—all from clean, trusted sources.🔗 lovecomplement.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 15% off all products!* Plaine ProductsRefillable, non-toxic, plastic-free personal care products like shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash. Gentle on you, gentle on the planet.🔗 plaineproducts.com | Code: JOYFULVEGAN for 20% off all products!* Nama JuicerMy favorite cold-press juicer—quiet, powerful, and easy to clean. It’s become an essential part of my kitchen.🔗 namawell.com | Code: COLLEEN10 for 10% off all products!Additional Resources👉 Connect with me 1:1 – Get personalized guidance whatever you are looking for. (One one-on-one connection is also a perk of the Founding Member/VIP level here on Substack.)👉 Read A Year of Compassion – Daily inspiration to help you live with intention, kindness, and clarity.👉 Travel with me! I host animal-friendly, luxury, all-inclusive vegan trips around the world, specifically curated to ensure high-quality, high-touch premium experiences. Check out our upcoming trips, and let me know if you have any questions.👉 Check out my Recipe E-Books and my library of On-Demand Cooking Classes for recipes.Thoughts? Questions? Suggestions? Join our private chat! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe
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    51 分
  • How Religions Shaped the Foods We Eat

    How Religions Shaped the Foods We Eat
    2025/07/11

    Religious traditions have played a significant role in shaping many familiar dishes. Over the centuries, abstaining from eating meat and other animal products for spiritual reasons led to creative, plant-based recipes that have since become cultural staples. I think this matters because it helps legitimize plant-based eating as something deeply rooted in cultural and historical tradition—not a fad or modern invention. It reminds us that meatless eating has long been a meaningful, creative, and essential part of human food culture, shaped by values, ethics, and necessity. And by centering these stories in our collective memory, we reclaim a rich legacy—and challenge the idea that animal products must, or always have, sat at the center of every meal.

    Enjoy!

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    Thank you for listening.



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    1 時間 22 分
  • Coping with the Loss of a Pet

    Coping with the Loss of a Pet
    2025/05/16

    Losing an animal companion can be a profound and often overlooked grief. In this episode, I explore what it means to mourn a beloved pet, how to navigate the pain, and ways to honor the bond that never really ends — all through the lens of the life and loss of my cat Charlie.

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    Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

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    AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

    • Complement — Use this link (https://lovecomplement.com/?aff=152) and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 15% off my favorite supplements.
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    Thank you for listening.



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  • A Guiding Force in Challenging Times (Conversation with Our Hen House)

    A Guiding Force in Challenging Times (Conversation with Our Hen House)
    2025/05/07

    Enjoy my conversation with Mariann and Jasmin from Our Hen House.

    In this heartfelt conversation, author Colleen Patrick-Goudreau joins Jasmin and Mariann to discuss her eighth book, A Year of Compassion: 52 Weeks of Living Zero Waste, Plant-Based and Cruelty Free, exploring how compassion can be a guiding force during challenging times and offering practical ways to manifest it in everyday life.

    This episode explores:

    • How compassion is often misunderstood and how we can reclaim its true meaning in secular contexts
    • The psychological barriers that prevent people from aligning their actions with their compassionate values
    • Practical ways to make a difference, from rewilding our gardens to support native pollinators to embracing a zero-waste mindset
    • The importance of starting where you are rather than doing nothing because you can’t do everything
    • How Colleen’s personal journey, including her relationship with her mother, shaped her compassionate worldview

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    Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

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    AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

    • Complement — Use this link (https://lovecomplement.com/?aff=152) and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 15% off my favorite supplements.
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    Thank you for listening.



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  • Eco-Tourism and Sustainable Travel (Conversation with World Vegan Travel)

    Eco-Tourism and Sustainable Travel (Conversation with World Vegan Travel)
    2025/05/05

    Enjoy my conversation with World Vegan Travel all about living compassionately and traveling sustainably. Travel just about seeing new places — it can be a way to show what you care about. On this episode, we talk about sustainable travel and vegan travel, and how making smart choices while on the road can help people, animals, and the planet. She encourages travelers to support responsible tourism, like choosing plant-based meals, avoiding activities that harm animals (like elephant rides), and staying in places that respect local people and nature.

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    🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, and inspiration for living compassionately, healthfully, and sustainably.

    Visit my website: JoyfulVegan.com

    Join me on an all-inclusive vegan trip: JoyfulVeganTrips.com

    AFFILIATE PARTNERS:

    • Complement — Use this link (https://lovecomplement.com/?aff=152) and coupon code "joyfulvegan" and get 15% off my favorite supplements.
    • Plaine Products — Use this link (https://www.plaineproducts.com/ref/161) and coupon code "compassion" for 20% off my favorite zero waste bath and body products.

    Thank you for listening.



    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/subscribe
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