(00.00) Introduction
(01:20) What health problems did John Kohler eliminate? Hospitalized with Spinal Meningitis at age 22
(07:53) Does John Kohler use moisturizer or how does his skin look so good?
(09:29) John Kohler figuring out natural health solutions in the 90s with no internet
(14:53) Why John Kohler incorporates some cooked or heat-processed foods
(22:02) John Kohler’s perspective on conventional versus organic produce and where to source the best produce
(34:43) John Kohler’s advice to somebody intimidated to start a garden
(37:01) John Kohler’s advice to somebody struggling to achieve health – a balanced, holistic approach to transition diet and lifestyle
(43:59) John Kohler’s benefits from doing microbiome testing
(52:54) John Kohler shares about being a guest speaker at Texas Fruit Festival
(55:09) John’s research and investigation into juicing, blending, vacuum blending and food processing

More about John:
okraw.com
growingyourgreens.com
discountjuicers.com
Texas Fruit Festival:
texasfruitfestival.com

John shares his journey of healing from a life-threatening condition through raw foods, detailing how dietary change helped him overcome spinal meningitis and other chronic challenges. We dive into the nuances of juicing vs. whole food fiber, how to evaluate the nutrient density of your produce, and why quality matters more than rigid labels. John also opens up about his long-running YouTube channel, GrowingYourGreens, and why he’s passionate about empowering others to grow their own food and take control of their health.

We talk about:
– The health benefits of juicing and how to do it right
– Why most people are deficient in minerals and how to fix it
– The truth about green powders vs. fresh greens
– How to shop smarter at the farmers market and get higher-quality produce
– What John eats in a day and how he balances his raw vegan diet
– The power of education, experimentation, and taking ownership of your health

Whether you’re interested in detox, raw food nutrition, reversing chronic disease, or simply improving your vitality, this episode offers practical advice rooted in decades of lived experience.

John doesn’t preach perfection—he promotes progress. You’ll learn how to make smarter choices with fruits, vegetables, and superfoods, even if you’re not 100% raw. He explains how growing even a small amount of your own food can radically improve your health and connection to nature.

This episode is ideal for anyone interested in raw veganism, plant-based diets, juicing for health, holistic healing, and the real food movement. John’s wealth of knowledge will inspire you to look at food not just as fuel—but as medicine, regeneration, and empowerment.