In this episode of The Glenn Merzer Show, Tess Challis, a nine-time vegan cookbook author, shares her journey into veganism, the health benefits she experienced, and her new book, Food Joy. Tess discusses her unique approach to health coaching, the challenges of maintaining a vegan lifestyle, and the importance of balance in diet. She also reflects on raising her daughter as a vegan and the growing vegan movement in Phoenix. The conversation emphasizes the joy of food and the significance of making small, sustainable changes in one's diet.

Check-out Tess's website: www.tesschallis.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tess Chalice and Her Journey

01:55 The One Degree Approach to Health Coaching

03:14 Tess's Vegan Journey and Health Transformation

08:20 Food Joy: Balancing Nutrition and Enjoyment

09:40 Overcoming Perfectionism in Veganism

12:31 Evolving Dietary Habits Over Time

14:44 Raising a Vegan Daughter: Challenges and Triumphs

18:19 Family Dynamics and Veganism

20:59 The Launch of Food Joy

24:54 The Growing Vegan Movement in Phoenix

26:47 Protein Concerns in a Vegan Diet

29:32 Conclusion and Future Plans

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In this conversation, Brendan Kessler, a nutrition expert and PhD candidate, shares his journey into the world of nutrition, emphasizing the importance of a plant-based diet and dietary fiber. He discusses his personal health scare that led him to adopt a vegan lifestyle and highlights the alarming statistics regarding fiber consumption in the U.S. Kessler provides insights into the health benefits of fiber, its impact on gut health, and practical tips for increasing fiber intake in daily diets. The conversation underscores the need for greater awareness and action towards improving dietary habits for better health outcomes. In this conversation, Brendan discusses his journey to a vegan diet, emphasizing the importance of dietary fiber and plant-based nutrition. He highlights the consensus among nutrition scientists regarding the benefits of plant-based diets and introduces his theory of 'fuel plus fortification' in nutrition. The discussion also covers the balance between cooked and raw foods, the implications of saturated fats from coconut, and the foundational role of whole foods in human nutrition.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Brendan Kessler and His Journey

05:44 Transition to Plant-Based Nutrition

11:02 The Impact of Fiber on Health

21:06 The Importance of Fiber in the American Diet

29:57 Practical Tips for Increasing Fiber Intake

36:06 Transitioning to a Vegan Diet

43:41 The Consensus on Plant-Based Nutrition

50:14 Fuel Plus Fortification: A Nutritional Theory

58:42 Balancing Cooked and Raw Foods

01:04:23 The Debate on Coconut and Saturated Fats

01:10:22 The Foundation of Human Nutrition

Have healthy, delicious, oil-free, plant-based Indian food delivered to your door by ordering from https://www.firstseedfoods.com , sponsor of this show, use code GLEN10 to get $10 off your first order!

Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248

DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

In this engaging conversation, Angela Crawford, PhD, shares her personal journey to veganism and the psychological transformations that accompany this lifestyle change. She discusses the ethical, health, and environmental motivations behind going vegan, as well as the challenges faced in promoting veganism to others. The conversation highlights the seven core themes of transformation experienced by those who adopt a vegan lifestyle, including values alignment, expanded compassion, and a sense of purpose. The discussion concludes with insights on the difficulties of encouraging others to embrace veganism and the importance of community support.

Visit Dr. Angela's website here: https://angelacrawfordphd.com/book/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Veganism and Personal Journey

09:06 The Psychology of Going Vegan

11:57 Transformational Changes from Veganism

35:16 Challenges in Promoting Veganism

49:08 Conclusion and Book Release

Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248

DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.