*Parental discretion is advised. Adult themes discussed. In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk with Dr. Aaron Spitz, a urologist that specializes in male infertility and sexual health, about the influence of diet and lifestyle habits on a man’s penis. About featured guest: Dr. Spitz completed a Bachelors of Arts in Government at Cornell University. He earned his medial degree from Weil/Cornell Medical College and he completed his Urology residency at the University of Southern Californi...
May 10, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 98
Download the FREE episode guide at Doctoryami.com/meatless Disclaimer: The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor. MORE LISTENING OPTIONS Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/vdritunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/vdrspotify NEWSLETTER SIGN UP https://doctoryami.com/signup OR Text 'FIBER' to 668-66 FIND ME AT Doct...
May 06, 2020•35 min
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk with Dr. Angie Sadeghi about her experiences with hormone imbalances and how she is using what she learned to help others. About featured guest: Dr. Angie Sadeghi, MD is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and a diplomate of the American Board of Gastroenterology. She is a member of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians and an avid fitness competitor. Dr. Angie offers a complete range of services including treatments for di...
May 03, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 97
Disclaimer: The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor. Products I mentioned (I have no affiliate relationship or sponsorships from these companies, informational only): Berkey water filters: https://www.berkeyfilters.com Hydroflasks: https://www.hydroflask.com Toilet Paper: Who Gives a Crap: https://...
Apr 29, 2020•31 min
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk with Dr. Reese Halter, a forensic naturalist and lover and protector of the earth. About featured guest: “Dr. Reese is to global warming what Steve Irwin was to wild animals,” a student says of Reese Halter, a prolific author, broadcaster and environmental advocate who vociferously warns of the imperative need to save trees, bees and seas. Halter designed Muse School’s science curriculum and is a former professor at California Lutheran University. H...
Apr 26, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 96
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk with Darryl Cheng, a house plant expert, who gives us so many great tips on taking care of our house plants. About featured guest: If you've ever tried to Google houseplant care advice, you'll probably be left with more questions than answers. Darryl Cheng, author of 'The New Plant Parent' and creator of House Plant Journal, is here to help! He has helped thousands of people understand the essentials of houseplant care to become confident plant pare...
Apr 22, 2020•1 hr 5 min
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk with Alyssa Sikora, a plant-based mama and zero-waste and slow-living advocate. She has been practicing this lifestyle for a while now and she has some great tips and ideas that you may consider implementing in your own household. About featured guest: Alyssa Sikora grew up in Mississippi, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Mississippi. After college, she moved to Washington, DC to work in Intern...
Apr 19, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 95
Disclaimer: The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor. MORE LISTENING OPTIONS Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/vdritunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/vdrspotify NEWSLETTER SIGN UP https://doctoryami.com/signup OR Text 'FIBER' to 668-66 FIND ME AT Doctoryami.com Instagram.com/thedoctoryami Facebook.com/thedoct...
Apr 15, 2020•30 min
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, you will hear from a man that is fired up and ready to fight to keep planet earth alive through the power of food. About featured guest: John McDougall, MD is a board-certified internist, author of 13 national best-selling books, the international on-line “McDougall Newsletter,” and co-founder of the 10-day, live-in McDougall Program in Santa Rosa, CA. He is a clinical instructor for 4 schools training young physicians and licensed in 5 states in the US to...
Apr 12, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 94
Disclaimer: The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor. MORE LISTENING OPTIONS Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/vdritunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/vdrspotify NEWSLETTER SIGN UP https://doctoryami.com/signup OR Text 'FIBER' to 668-66 FIND ME AT Doctoryami.com Instagram.com/thedoctoryami Facebook.com/thedoct...
Apr 08, 2020•34 min
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I have an open discussion with my friend Kate about sustainability, carbon footprints and what we can each do NOW to help our earth heal. About featured guest: Kate has been working in the sustainability field for about six years. During this time, Kate helped Virginia Mason Memorial implement their EnvrioMason Sustainability Program covering initiatives around Healthier Food in Healthcare, Leaner Energy, Less Waste, Safer Chemicals, Less Water use, enviro...
Apr 05, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 93
Disclaimer: The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor. MORE LISTENING OPTIONS Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/vdritunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/vdrspotify NEWSLETTER SIGN UP https://doctoryami.com/signup OR Text 'FIBER' to 668-66 FIND ME AT Doctoryami.com Instagram.com/thedoctoryami Facebook.com/thedoct...
Apr 01, 2020•31 min
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk with Rohini Bajekal who is so passionate about helping people transition to a plant-based diet. Although she works with plant-based eaters of all levels, she loves helping and supporting those at the beginning of their journey because she knows exactly what it feels like and where she struggled the most. About featured guest: Rohini Bajekal is a plant-based nutritionist (MA Oxon, MSc Nutrition and Food Sciences, Dip IBLM/ BSLM) based in London, UK. ...
Mar 29, 2020•59 min•Season 3Ep. 92
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I have a really fun conversation with this husband and wife team, Adam and Shoshana Chaim, The Plant Trainers! I think you’ll love this episode! About featured guest: Adam and Shoshana Chaim are the co-hosts of the popular Plant Trainers Podcast, helping you improve your quality of life through nutrition and fitness. They are both also public speakers and authors of the Yummy Foods Activity Book For Kids. After a major wake-up call with Adam’s health resul...
Mar 22, 2020•53 min•Season 3Ep. 91
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, Dr. Vonlanthen and I have a very in-depth conversation about food, gut bacteria and a healthy GI system. Dr. V is incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about pediatric gastroenterology and is able to disseminate much helpful information in this episode. About featured guest: Dr Maryelle Vonlanthen is a board certified pediatric gastroenterologist in Little Rock, Arkansas. She received her certification in plant-based nutrition from eCornell in 2014. Sh...
Mar 15, 2020•1 hr 46 min•Season 3Ep. 90
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk with Dr. Nitu Bajekal, an OB/Gyn in London. We have a delightful conversation about diet, periods, PCOS and healthcare bias and we get a glimpse of what an amazing physician and healer she is. About featured guest: Dr. Nitu Bajekal, MD FRCOG Dip IBLM is a Senior Consultant ObGyn niv the UK with over 35 years of clinical experience. She is a Fellow of the Royal College and recipient of the Indian President’s Gold medal. She is one of the first US boa...
Mar 08, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 89
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I have a conversation with dentist Dr. Michelle Yanover. She is clearly passionate about using what clues she finds in the mouth to understand each patient holistically. I learned so much for her knowledge and expertise and I know that you will too! About featured guest: Dr. Michelle Yanover is the founder and creator of Fuel MY Smile, an online Instagram community (@fuel_my_smile) sharing the benefits of whole food nutrition for oral and whole body health...
Mar 01, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 88
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, Dr. Thangudu tells us her story and why she practices in a way that approaches the whole person and the root cause of their condition. We discuss her approach to diabetes and the amazing reversals that she has had the privilege of witnessing. What she has to say is incredible and so inspiring. Physicians like Dr. Thangudu give me so much hope! About featured guest: Dr. Arti Thangudu is a triple board-certified MD who specializes in endocrinology, diabetes ...
Feb 23, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 87
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, Cyrus Khambatta and I have an information-packed conversation about diabetes. Listening to this episode may completely change the way you think about diabetes. About featured guest: Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and Robby Barbaro, MPH, are the cofounders of Mastering Diabetes, a coaching program that teaches people how to reverse insulin resistance via low-fat, plant-based, whole-food nutrition. Cyrus has been living with type 1 diabetes since 2002, and has an und...
Feb 16, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 86
About featured guest: Dr. Shainna Ali is a mental health clinician, educator, and advocate who is dedicated to highlighting the important role of mental health in fostering happiness, fulfillment, and overall wellness. She is the author of The Self-Love Workbook and The Self-Love Workbook for Teens. Dr. Shainna is the Integrated Counseling Solutions, a counseling and consulting practice in Central Florida. In her practice, she uses a strengths-based approach that empowers clients on their journe...
Feb 14, 2020•57 min•Season 3Ep. 855
In this episode, I have a candid conversation with Cara Cifelli of Cara’s Kitchen where we discuss her history with eating disorders, body image and the work that she does now to help other women develop a healthy relationship with food and their bodies. About featured guest: Cara Carin Cifelli is a Certified Health Coach, Holistic Nutritionist, chef, author, podcast host, and avocado toast lover. Cara passionately provides the tools to help women leave behind dieting, disordered eating, and bod...
Feb 09, 2020•59 min•Season 3Ep. 85
In this episode, I interview Dr. Neal Barnard about his new book and what diet and lifestyle changes we can make to balance our hormones. About featured guest: Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, is an Adjunct Professor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, and President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Dr. Barnard has led numerous research studies investigating the effects of diet on diabetes, body weight, and chronic pain, including a gr...
Feb 02, 2020•56 min•Season 3Ep. 84
In this second episode on the topic of allergies, I interview Dr. Manisha Relan who is a board-certified pediatric allergist and immunologist. Dr. Relan eats a plant-based diet and I wanted to know her perspective on food introduction for vegan and plant-based children. We have a very interesting discussion and I learned a lot! About featured guest: Dr. Manisha Relan is a pediatric allergist and clinical immunologist at a private practice in central New York, where she sees both children and adu...
Jan 26, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 83
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I speak with Dr. David Stukus who is a pediatric allergist and we cover all the basics that you need to know about allergies. About featured guest: David R. Stukus, MD is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology at Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Stukus received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed h...
Jan 19, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 82
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I have a high-yield, information-packed conversation with Dr. Jackie Busse, a fellow board-certified and plant-based pediatrician. She is SMART and knows her stuff. It is just WOW! You will be blown away by how much great information is in this episode. I can’t wait for you to dive in!!! About featured guest: Dr. Jackie Busse is a board certified pediatrician with expertise in plant-based nutrition for kids and families. Dr. Busse grew up in Madison, Wisco...
Jan 12, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 81
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I have an interesting and inspirational conversation with Olympic silver medalist Dotsie Bausch and we get to know her a little better. About featured guest: After concluding a prolific professional cycling career that produced a medal at the 2012 London Olympic Games , eight US national championships, two Pan American gold medals and a world record, Dotsie Bausch has become a powerful influencer for plant-based eating for athletes and non-athletes alike. ...
Jan 05, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 80
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I converse with Marzia Prince and Jacque Tarlton, also known as The PlantChics. They each have amazing stories to share and lots of passion to spread. About featured guests: Jacque Tarlton, Certified Wellcoach® & Wellness Advocate, is passionate about improving health through fabulous, fun, and scientifically proven lifestyle changes. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and she practiced as a Registered Dietitian (RD) e...
Dec 29, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 79
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I have a conversation with a wise and experienced plant-based pediatric RN, Heidi Masanga. Heidi is an amazing resource for plant-based mama and has created some very practical and helpful resources on her website and social media channels. If you are raising plant-based kids, this episode is for YOU! Disclaimer: The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment...
Dec 22, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 78
2020 is only a couple of weeks away! Have you started thinking about goals, resolutions or accomplishments you want to pursue at the start of the next decade? In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I discuss the difference between goal setting and setting intentions for the new year. Intentions are like a compass that point you in the right direction with alignment and authenticity. It guides you to how you want to FEEL. If you are interested in trying out a different approach this year, take a...
Dec 15, 2019•25 min•Season 3Ep. 77
If there was something that could bring you joy, wellbeing, improved health, improved sleep and better social connections would you do it? What if it only took a few minutes per day? In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I talk all about gratitude: what it is, why it benefits us and different ways to create a gratitude practice. What I learned about gratitude is that it is more complicated than I thought and the benefits are even more powerful than I imagined! Gratitude can actually change you...
Dec 08, 2019•42 min•Season 3Ep. 76
