#37 | Plant-Based Living, Environmental Health & Simple Eco Swaps | Episode 37: Maya Carvalho-Evans

#37 | Plant-Based Living, Environmental Health & Simple Eco Swaps | Episode 37: Maya Carvalho-EvansDid you know that food systems account for nearly 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions? Or that the U.S. wastes about one-third of its food supply?In this powerful episode of Best Life By You, Julia sits down with Maya, researcher, world traveler, and One Health advocate, to break down the connection between nutrition, environmental sustainability, and human health.From her work with the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to her journey going plant-based, Maya shares how small daily choices, what you eat, what you buy, and how you live, impact your body and the planet.You’ll learn:The truth about food systems and climate impactPlant-based vs vegan lifestyles explainedSimple eco-friendly swaps for your homeHidden toxins in everyday productsHow to reduce food waste and save moneyThe “One Health” concept (humans, animals & environment)This episode is packed with actionable tips to help you live healthier, save money, and reduce your environmental footprint, without overwhelm.👉 Remember: You don’t need to be perfect. Just start small.🔗 Connect with Maya:👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-carvalho-evans?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app⁠⏱ Chapters:02:14 – Meet Maya: Her Background & Journey04:22 – Moving Abroad & Finding Purpose05:02 – What is One Health?07:03 – Early Passion for Science & Research10:38 – Fitness, Strength & Connection14:52 – Environmental Toxins in Everyday Life19:52 – Simple Eco-Friendly Home Swaps23:55 – Reducing Toxins in Your Environment27:38 – Apps & Tools for Safer Products30:36 – Microplastics, Cookware & Hidden Risks34:46 – Where to Start: Beginner Tips38:39 – Plants, Air Quality & Home Health41:05 – Food Systems & Plant-Based Impact45:48 – Organic, Local Food & Sustainability49:47 – Whole Foods vs Processed Vegan Foods50:33 – Food Waste & Its Global Impact52:53 – Saving Money with “Too Good To Go”56:22 – Final Advice: Growth, Fear & Community#PlantBased #Sustainability #OneHealth #EcoFriendly #HealthyLiving #ClimateChange #FoodWaste #VeganLifestyle #Wellness #Nutrition #EnvironmentalHealth #MindfulLiving #HolisticHealth #CleanLiving #Podcastplant based diet, vegan vs plant based, sustainability tips, eco friendly lifestyle, healthy home swaps, reduce toxins at home, environmental health podcast, one health concept, food waste solutions, climate change food system, vegan nutrition tips, holistic health, clean living tips, how to go plant based, reduce microplastics, healthy habits podcast, wellness podcast, nutrition podcast, best life by you, mindful living tips