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Plant Based Briefing

Marian Eriksonplantbasedbriefing.com
The daily inspiration you need to stay committed to your healthy, compassionate, and sustainable lifestyle. I bring you the best insights from experts in plant-based and vegan living—all with permission and passion—curated and narrated for you in just 10 minutes every weekday. Episodes cover the many compelling reasons to embrace a vegan lifestyle. From the ethical treatment of animals to key health benefits, environmental impact, and social justice issues like world hunger and climate change, you’ll hear it all. Stay informed about critical subjects such as antibiotic resistance, wildlife conservation, and the vital role of sustainable living in our everyday choices. Whether you're looking for guidance on plant-based nutrition, creative vegan recipes, tips for eco-friendly travel, or the latest in plant-based entertainment, this podcast has something for you. Each episode is designed to empower you with knowledge and strengthen your commitment to living a life that aligns with your values. Join our community of compassionate listeners who are passionate about making a positive impact through their choices. Tune in daily and transform your understanding of plant-based living while gathering inspiration to continue on your journey. Let's inspire each other to make kinder, healthier, and more sustainable choices—one episode at a time. Your path to a compassionate lifestyle starts here!
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946: How to Manage the Emotional Toll of Animal Advocacy by Dr Tani Khara at AFSA.org

How to Manage the Emotional Toll of Animal Advocacy by Dr Tani Khara at AnimalFreeScienceAdvocacy.org Self-care is the ability to remain empathetic to others, without suffering from compassion fatigue. Learn some tips in today’s episode, written by Dr Tani Khara at AnimalFreeScienceAdvocacy.org.au ====================== Original post: https://animalfreescienceadvocacy.org.au/how-to-manage-the-emotional-toll-of-animal-advocacy/ ====================== Related Episodes/Resources: Our Honor Veterina...

Dec 09, 20249 minEp. 946

945: How to Become a Soy Equol Producer by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org

Certain gut bacteria can supercharge the benefits of soy foods, resulting in even more bone protection, better control of menopausal symptoms, and lower prostate cancer risk, but how can we foster the growth of these good bacteria? Listen to today’s episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org ==================== Original post: https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/how-to-become-a-soy-equol-producer/ Related Episodes: 448: Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs) and Cognitive Decline h...

Dec 06, 20248 minEp. 945

944: How to Prevent Wrinkles with Diet by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org

The evidence supports the recommendation to follow a whole food, plant-based diet for healthier looking skin. Learn about some particular foods you should include. Listen to today’s episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org #vegan #plantbased #plantbsasedbriefing #wrinkles #aging #healthydiet #oxidativestress #soy #mangoes #flaxseed Original post: https://nutritionfacts.org/video/how-to-prevent-wrinkles-with-diet/ Related Episodes: 448: Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs) a...

Dec 05, 20247 minEp. 944

943: How to Prevent and Treat Heartburn Without Medication, According to Gastro Docs by Dana Hudepohl at ForksOverKnives.com

“Though heartburn is common, it’s not harmless. Ignoring it over time can lead to serious complications. Here’s what you need to know and how to take control.” Listen to today’s written by Dana Hudepohl at ForksOverKnives.com @forksoverknives. #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #wfpb #heartburn #reflux #GERD Original post: https://www.forksoverknives.com/how-tos/prevent-and-treat-heartburn-without-medication 133: Treating Reflux in Babies with Diet https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/133-t...

Dec 04, 20247 minEp. 943

942: [Part 2] Can You Boost Your Brainpower with Plant-Based Nutrition? by Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org

Learn what components of the Mediterranean and the MIND diets help or don’t help with cognitive ability. By Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #wfpb #healthydiet #brainpower #cognitivefunction #cognitivedecline #alzheimers Original post: https://nutritionstudies.org/can-you-boost-your-brainpower-with-plant-based-nutrition/ Related Episodes: 936: School Psychologist Uses Nutrition to Improve Learning https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/936-school-p...

Dec 03, 20246 minEp. 942

941: [Part 1] Can You Boost Your Brainpower with Plant-Based Nutrition? by Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org

Can you boost your brainpower by adding a few items to your diet? Or, at the very least, are there some principles we might follow for better brain health? By Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #wfpb #healthydiet #brainpower #cognitivefunction #cognitivedecline #alzheimers Original post: https://nutritionstudies.org/can-you-boost-your-brainpower-with-plant-based-nutrition/ The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies was established to extend ...

Dec 02, 20247 minEp. 941

940: The Power of Plants: One Doctor’s Mission to Fight Diabetes Through Diet by Grace Hussain at SentientMedia.org

The Power of Plants: One Doctor’s Mission to Fight Diabetes Through Diet. A Black podiatrist gets creative in a bid to make his community healthier. Listen to today’s episode written by Grace Hussain at @sentientmediaorg #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #diabetes #wfpb #amputation #drbillreleford #colorfuldiet #reversediabetes Original post: https://sentientmedia.org/doctor-fight-diabetes-through-diet/ Sentient Media is a nonprofit news organization that is changing the conversation around...

Nov 29, 202411 minEp. 940

939: [Part 2] The Alkaline Diet: Separating Fact from Fiction by Ocean Robbins at FoodRevolution.org

[Part 2] The Alkaline Diet: Separating Fact from Fiction In the 2nd half of this episode learn what foods to eat and to avoid on the alkaline diet, what the alkaline diet gets right, and what it gets wrong. Part 2 of 2. By Ocean Robbins at FoodRevolution.org #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #wfpb #alkalinediet Original post: https://foodrevolution.org/blog/the-alkaline-diet/ Ocean Robbins is CEO Food Revolution Network a non-profit organization committed to healthy, ethical, and sustainabl...

Nov 28, 20247 minEp. 939

938: [Part 1] The Alkaline Diet: Separating Fact from Fiction by Ocean Robbins at FoodRevolution.org

[Part 1] The Alkaline Diet: Separating Fact from Fiction The alkaline diet has been around for a while. And it presents a compelling theory about your body and health: that the food you eat determines the pH of your blood, and that a low pH causes all sorts of health problems. The good news is the alkaline diet promotes the consumption of many of the healthiest foods. The bad news is that it does so for some questionable reasons. So what’s useful about the alkaline diet, and where does it diverg...

Nov 27, 20245 minEp. 938

937: The Killing of “Surplus” Animals in the Zoo Industry by Jordi Casamitjana at VeganFTA.com

A common practice of zoos and public aquaria is to kill some of the animals they keep captive because they consider them “surplus to requirement”. Written by Jordi Casamitjana at VeganFTA.com #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #veganfta #zoos #aquariums #animalprisons Original Post: https://veganfta.com/2024/11/08/the-killing-of-surplus-animals-in-the-zoo-industry/ Related Episodes 731: Louie's Stor y by Jake Davis at The Nonhuman Rights Project posted at All-Creatures.org 389: What Separate...

Nov 26, 20248 minEp. 937

936: School Psychologist Uses Nutrition to Improve Learning by Courtney Rasby at NutritionStudies.org

Toxic foods can affect children’s behavioral and academic performance. Healthy plant-based diets can have amazing effects including lower rates of disordered eating, better academic performance, higher self-esteem, lower risk of substance abuse and suicidal ideation. By Courtney Rasby at NutritionStudies.org #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #wfpb #healthydiet #toxicfood #adhd #mentalhealth #nutritionandlearning Original post: https://nutritionstudies.org/school-psychologist-uses-nutrition-...

Nov 25, 20247 minEp. 936

935: Can Plant-Based Foods Help With Fibroids? by Charlotte Pointing at VegNews.com

Can Plant-Based Foods Help With Fibroids? Here’s What Experts Say by Charlotte Pointing at VegNews.com Fibroids affect millions of people in the US, but as well as medical treatment, dietary intervention might help manage the non-cancerous growths. By Charlotte Pointing at VegNews.com @vegnews #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #fibroids #womenshealth Original post: https://vegnews.com/plant-based-foods-fibroids-help Related Episodes: 36: Soy and Health by the Physicians Committee for Respon...

Nov 22, 20246 minEp. 935

934: Can We Safely Use Aluminum Foil, Bottles, and Pots? by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org

Can We Safely Use Aluminum Foil, Bottles, and Pots? by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org Oxidative stress and DNA damage occurs in those occupationally exposed to aluminum. What about those just using aluminum cookware, aluminum bottles, or aluminum foil? Listen to today’s episode written by Dr. Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org Original post: https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/the-411-on-statins/ Related Episodes: 906: Are Melamine Dishes and Polyamide Plastic Utensils Safe? https://pla...

Nov 21, 20247 minEp. 934

933: After a Stent at 32 I Reversed My Heart Disease by Karlynn McCarrell at ForksOverKnives.com

“When the results came back, he was once again floored: There was no sign of cardiovascular damage, and no signs of buildup in my arteries. I did it: I reversed my disease, just as the book that I’d read in the hospital bed said I could! My doctor couldn’t believe it; he wanted to know what I was doing and all the details. He advised me that I could discontinue all my medications.” Listen to today’s success story by Karlynn McCarrell at @forksoverknives. #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #s...

Nov 20, 20247 minEp. 933

932: Celebrate ThanksVegan This Year by PETA.org

ThanksVegan is a day when compassionate people feast on meat-free roasts, mashed potatoes made with dairy-free milk and vegan butter, stuffing and green bean casserole made with savory vegan broth, and vegan pumpkin pie topped with 100% plant-based whipped cream. It’s a day to enjoy all the traditional Thanksgiving staples that we know and love—without contributing to the suffering that comes with raising and killing animals for food. Learn how in today’s episode from PETA.org @official.peta #ve...

Nov 19, 20248 minEp. 932

931: 5 Myths About Your Turkey Dinner by Jessica Scott-Reid at SentientMedia.org

5 Myths About Your Turkey Dinner by Jessica Scott-Reid at SentientMedia.org Original post: https://sentientmedia.org/5-myths-about-your-turkey-dinner/ 14 Vegan Thanksgiving Main Dishes! (from It Doesn’t Taste Like Chicken): https://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/14-vegan-thanksgiving-main-dishes Related Episodes: 689: Inside a Turkey Factor y by Jim Mason posted at All-Creatures.org 672: The Modern Turkey: In Need of Thanksgiving Deliverance by Karen Davis at UPC-Online.org 664: 12 Wonderful Turke...

Nov 18, 202410 minEp. 931

930: [Part 2] Is a Healthy Diet More Expensive? By Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org

[Part 2] Is a Healthy Diet More Expensive? By Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org Original post: https://nutritionstudies.org/is-a-healthy-diet-more-expensive/ Related Episodes: 465: [Part 2] How to Save Money on Healthy Vegan Food by Brigitte Gemme at VeganFamilyKitchen.com 464: [Part 1] How to Save Money on Healthy Vegan Food by Brigitte Gemme at VeganFamilyKitchen.com 169: Is It Expensive to be Plant Based? Quite the Opposite, It Turns Out by Dawn Yanek at TheBeet.com 930: [Part 2] Is ...

Nov 15, 20247 minEp. 930

929: [Part 1] Is a Healthy Diet More Expensive? By Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org

[Part 1] Is a Healthy Diet More Expensive? By Nelson Huber-Disla at NutritionStudies.org Original post: https://nutritionstudies.org/is-a-healthy-diet-more-expensive/ The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies was established to extend the impact of Dr. Campbell’s life changing research findings. For decades, T. Colin Campbell, PhD, has been at the forefront of nutrition education and research. He is the coauthor of the bestselling book, The China Study, and his legacy, the China Project...

Nov 14, 20247 minEp. 929

928: The 411 on Statins by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org

The 411 on Statins by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org Original post: https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/the-411-on-statins/ Related Episodes: 922: Thanks to a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet, I No Longer Need Statins Dr. Michael Greger is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Greger is licensed as a general practi...

Nov 13, 20249 minEp. 928

927: [Part 2] Fifty Brain Health Facts by Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai at TheBrainDocs.com

[Part 2] Fifty Brain Health Facts by Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai at TheBrainDocs.com Original post: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DAFSU3Wu0gOhXNnYalLEOpikzIz471EniCHVNonH0YA/edit?tab=t.0 Your Brain On… podcast: https://thebraindocs.com/podcast/ Ayesha and Dean Sherzai are co-directors of the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University. They're both practicing neurologists, scientists, authors, parents, and a husband and wife duo that know the value of healthy lifestyle choices ...

Nov 12, 20246 minEp. 927

926: [Part 1] Fifty Brain Health Facts by Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai at TheBrainDocs.com

[Part 1] Fifty Brain Health Facts by Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai at TheBrainDocs.com Original post: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DAFSU3Wu0gOhXNnYalLEOpikzIz471EniCHVNonH0YA/edit?tab=t.0 Ayesha and Dean Sherzai are co-directors of the Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University. They're both practicing neurologists, scientists, authors, parents, and a husband and wife duo that know the value of healthy lifestyle choices and they’ve seen the impact that their NEURO Plan framewor...

Nov 11, 20248 minEp. 926

925: Boosting Bone Health—The Vegan Way by Anna Pelzer at MainStreetVegan.com

Boosting Bone Health—The Vegan Way by Anna Pelzer at MainStreetVegan.com Original post: https://mainstreetvegan.com/boosting-bone-health-the-vegan-way-by-anna-pelzer-vlce/ Related Episodes: 823: How to Get Calcium Without Dairy by Thomas Campbell MD at NutritionStudies.org 822: Calcium and Strong Bones by Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine at PCRM.org 612: 5 Tips To Maintain Strong Bones And Prevent Osteoporosis from Switch4Good.org 488: [Part 1] Calcium for Vegans by Brigitte Gemme a...

Nov 08, 20246 minEp. 925

924: Expert Tips to Help Parents of Picky Eaters Enjoy a Dairy-free Lifestyle By Tiffany Bruno at Switch4Good.org

Expert Tips to Help Parents of Picky Eaters Enjoy a Dairy-free Lifestyle By Tiffany Bruno at Switch4Good.org Original post: https://switch4good.org/expert-tips-to-help-parents-of-picky-eaters-enjoy-a-dairy-free-lifestyle/ Related Episodes: 6: Milk: The Top 10 Scariest Things by Switch4Good.org 22: Dairy and the Environment FAQ by Switch4Good.org 53: How Dairy Affects Children's Health by Dr. Justine Butler at Switch4Good.org 57: The Honest Truth: An Interview with a Former Dairy Farm Worker by J...

Nov 07, 20247 minEp. 924

923: Treat Type 1 Diabetes with a Plant-Based Diet? by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org

Treat Type 1 Diabetes with a Plant-Based Diet? by Dr. Michael Greger at NutritionFacts.org Original post: https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/treat-type-1-diabetes-with-a-plant-based-diet/ Related Episodes: 802: Vegan Diet Lowers Insulin Needs for Type 1 Diabetic Patients by Courtney Davison at ForksOverKnives.com 801: The Incredible Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet for People with Type 1 Diabetes by Cyrus Khambatta and Robby Barbaro at ForksOverKnives.com 800: Can Going Dairy-Free Help With Blood Sug...

Nov 06, 20248 minEp. 923

922: Thanks to a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet, I No Longer Need Statins by Rainer Lucks at ForksOverKnives.com

Thanks to a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet, I No Longer Need Statins by Rainer Lucks at ForksOverKnives.com Original post: https://www.forksoverknives.com/success-stories/thanks-to-a-whole-food-plant-based-diet-i-no-longer-need-statins/ Related Episodes: 2: How Not to Die From Heart Disease by Dr. Michael Greger of NutritionFacts.org Forks Over Knives Documentary: https://www.forksoverknives.com/the-film/ Forks Over Knives was founded following the release of the world-famous documentary Forks Ove...

Nov 05, 20247 minEp. 922

921: Starbucks Drops Dairy-Free Surcharge from VegNews.com

Starbucks Drops Dairy-Free Surcharge from VegNews.com Original post: https://vegnews.com/starbucks-drops-dairy-free-surcharge Switch4Good Justice Cup Campaign: https://switch4good.org/starbucks-justice-cup-campaign Related Episodes: 405: We Need Price Parity Between Vegan and Non-Vegan Foods by John McDonnell at VeganSustainability.com 622: [Part 1] What Farm Subsidies Are and Why They Matter, Explained by Björn Ólafsson at SentientMedia.org 623: [Part 2] What Farm Subsidies Are and Why They Mat...

Nov 04, 20245 minEp. 921

920: [Part 2] How Much Iodine Do You Need? Sources and Strategies for Optimal Health by Ocean Robbins at FoodRevolution.org

[Part 2] How Much Iodine Do You Need? Sources and Strategies for Optimal Health by Ocean Robbins at FoodRevolution.org Original post: https://foodrevolution.org/blog/how-much-iodine-do-you-need/ Ocean Robbins is CEO Food Revolution Network a non-profit organization committed to healthy, ethical, and sustainable food for all. Guided by John and Ocean Robbins, with more than 500,000 members and with the collaboration of many of the top food revolutionary leaders of our times, Food Revolution Netwo...

Nov 01, 202411 minEp. 920

919: [Part 1] How Much Iodine Do You Need? Sources and Strategies for Optimal Health by Ocean Robbins at FoodRevolution.org

[Part 1] How Much Iodine Do You Need? Sources and Strategies for Optimal Health by Ocean Robbins at FoodRevolution.org Original post: https://foodrevolution.org/blog/how-much-iodine-do-you-need/ Ocean Robbins is CEO Food Revolution Network a non-profit organization committed to healthy, ethical, and sustainable food for all. Guided by John and Ocean Robbins, with more than 500,000 members and with the collaboration of many of the top food revolutionary leaders of our times, Food Revolution Netwo...

Oct 31, 20248 minEp. 919

918: A Plea for Courage at the World Wildlife Fund by Sailesh Rao at ClimateHealers.org

A Plea for Courage at the World Wildlife Fund by Sailesh Rao at ClimateHealers.org Original post: https://climatehealers.org/blog/a-plea-for-courage-at-the-world-wildlife-fund/ V-COP 19 Registration: https://climatehealers.ticketspice.com/v-cop19-vegan-convergence-of-the-peoples-19 Vega - The Cow In The Room Video (1 min) https://vimeo.com/639434716 Dr. Sailesh Rao is the Founder and Executive Director of Climate Healers, a non-profit dedicated towards healing the Earth’s climate. Dr. Rao is the...

Oct 30, 20248 minEp. 918

917: Is Funding From Industrial Agriculture Sabotaging U.S. Banks’ Climate Commitments? by Dr. S. Marek Muller at Faunalytics.org

Is Funding From Industrial Agriculture Sabotaging U.S. Banks’ Climate Commitments? by Dr. S. Marek Muller at Faunalytics.org Original post: https://faunalytics.org/is-funding-from-industrial-agriculture-sabotaging-u-s-banks-climate-commitments/ Faunalytics is a non-profit organization providing animal advocates with data to understand how people think about and respond to advocacy, and the best strategies to inspire change for animals. They empower advocates with access to research, analysis, st...

Oct 29, 20247 minEp. 917
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