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Shortcut to Slim Podcast - How the Plant-Based Diet Made Me an Overeater

I have new PODCAST for you!

In addition to the co-pilot podcast…

Shortcut to Slim is a research-based podcast on diet and nutrition. Every week I’ll review hot new research and break it down for you in easy-to-digest tidbits. I’m doing ALL the homework and reading so you don’t have to!! Listen in to get on the fast track towards your health and weight-loss goals!

In the premier episode I share my struggles with overeating and the truth about calories. Episode 2 dives deeper into calorie reality, and PREPARE TO HAVE YOUR MIND BLOWN in Episodes 3 & 4 when I discuss cooked vs. raw food and which is healthier. New episodes will be released on Tuesdays!

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Cultivating health on the inside AND the outside

A new Meal Mentor podcast is now available on iTunes and Simplecast!

In this episode Meal Mentor member and former Herbie of the Week Stacy shares how a plant-based diet helped her finally improve her cholesterol, reduce inflammation in her joints, and how she uses the meal plans to refuel her body after her workouts.

Don't miss this episode of the Meal Mentor Podcast to hear Stacy get honest about her struggle with binge eating and how she uses her experience on a plant-based diet in her nursing career!

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Turning Plant-based Passion into a Business Podcast

A new Meal Mentor podcast is now available on iTunes and Simplecast!

In this episode, Patricia (my copilot) explains how her journey to health inspired her to start a plant-based business! Patricia shares how changing her diet transformed her entire life, how she fosters a mindset of growth, and why she feels like she is meant to be plant-based!

This podcast also includes a discussion on adjusting your mindset about failures and advice on combining passion and skill to build a career.

Don't miss this episode!

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Is it Unhealthy to Eat Frozen Vegetables?

Do frozen vegetables have the same nutritional value as fresh vegetables?

Nope! But here’s what might surprise you:

FROZEN vegetables are often MORE nutritious!

HOW?? Turns out “fresh” produce isn’t so fresh after all.

For starters, it takes 7 to 16 days to transport “fresh” produce.

(So fruits and vegetables are harvested prematurely)

Compare this to frozen fruits and vegetables that are harvested only at the peak AND frozen within a few hours.

Freezing also acts as a time capsule, LOCKING IN peak taste and nutritional value, while “fresh” produce degrades constantly (losing vitamins and nutrients).

Studies say fresh produce loses up to 45% of its nutrients farm to table.

Berries, melons, tomatoes, and greens are the most compromised.

Frozen produce also tends to be SUBSTANTIALLY CHEAPER.

So if the cost of cauliflower or strawberries makes you want to cry…

Substitute frozen!

Have you ever noticed we include ounces on the shopping list?

That’s so you can easily pick the frozen or canned option instead.

Of course, ANY vegetable is better than no vegetable at all.

If you prefer and can afford fresh, by all means buy it!! My only goal here is to help you see frozen fruit and vegetables in a new light and consider utilizing these under-appreciated nutritional powerhouses!!

11 Best Frozen Fruits & Vegetables:

• blueberries
• carrots
• cauliflower
• cherries
• corn
• butternut squash
• broccoli
• brussels sprouts
• green beans
• peaches
• spinach (and other greens)

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Plant-Based Jumpstart Program Podcast (Pt. 2)

A new Meal Mentor podcast is now available on iTunes and Simplecast!

This is Part 2 of episode 9. My copilot Patricia is back to share the results of her plant-based office initiative! Patricia gives all the details, including the shocking results her coworkers achieved, as well as what she learned from this experience.

Don’t miss part 2 of this series to hear how Patricia used Meal Mentor recipes to help her coworkers change their habits surrounding food, and improve their health!

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Plant-Based Jumpstart Program Podcast (Pt. 1)

A new Meal Mentor podcast is now available on iTunes and Simplecast!

In this episode, Patricia (my copilot!) shares how she's spearheading a plant-based jumpstart program in her office!

In part one of this series, Patricia dishes all the deets about her program (the meals she's supplying, lectures and more!), plus the science behind plant-based diets!

Don't miss this episode! And stay tuned for part two next week!

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