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Ordinary Vegan Podcast

by Nancy Montuori

Ordinary Vegan Podcast - Are you sick of being sick? Do you want more energy? Do you want to treat yourself with more compassion? Ordinary Vegan addresses all aspects of eating and living healthfully. Each episode addresses commonly asked questions about being vegan, including food, cooking, recipes and nutrition. This unique podcast empowers and inspires the listeners to live a long, healthy life that is also kind to the planet and animals.

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Episodes

  1. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #106- Women's Health Checklist

    Welcome to Episode #106 of the Ordinary Vegan Podcast! I'm your host, Nancy Montuori, and my mission is simple — to help you live a longer, healthier life by translating the latest scientific research into practical, everyday advice you can actually use. In today's episode, we're focusing on...

  2. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #105 - How To Prevent Cognitive Decline

    Episode #105 – How to Prevent Cognitive Decline In this episode of Ordinary Vegan, Nancy Montuori dives deep into the latest science on preventing cognitive decline, including dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). You'll learn the top lifestyle changes that can protect your brain — from...

  3. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #104- The Hidden Dangers of Red Dye and Artifical Food Coloring

    Welcome to the Ordinary Vegan Podcast! In Episode #104, host Nancy Montuori dives deep into the troubling world of red dye and artificial food colorings—and how they may be impacting your health more than you realize. From Red Dye #3's link to cancer and its upcoming phase-out in the U.S., to the...

  4. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #103- Childhood Trauma: The Link To Disease and Brain Health

    Traumatic invalidation cannot only damage your self-worth but also lead to an increased potential for many adult diseases and negatively impact brain development. The good news is there are ways to repair the long-term effects of childhood trauma. In this episode, Nancy Montuori shares tested and...

  5. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #102 - High Vibrational Nutrition

    High vibrational nutrition is a holistic approach to eating that emphasizes foods with a positive energetic impact on the body, mind, and spirit. Humans are energy. Our bodies are composed of atoms and molecules, which are made up of smaller particles and form the basis of our mass. We are…

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  6. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #101 - Five Ways to Reduce Microplastics in Your Body

    Without our knowledge, microplastics have invaded our bodies, and at an alarming rate. In a new study published in Nature Medicine, researchers reported that plastic concentrations in the brain have increased by 50% over the past eight years. These microplastics have not only invaded our brains,...

  7. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #100 - Manifestation & The Power of You

    Manifestation is the idea that focused thoughts and beliefs can bring desired outcomes into reality. In today's podcast, we explore ways to incorporate the practice of manifestation into your life. The manifestation process may sound easy, but there is more to it than willpower. We will share...

  8. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #99-Mark Bittman - How To Eat More Sustainably

    As many of us know, the food we eat impacts everything. Current food systems are failing us in terms of livelihoods, inequality, human health, and the environment. Today's guest, renowned writer, Mark Bittman, is one of the most successful food writers of all time. Over the past 30 years, he has...

  9. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #98- Kathy Freston & 72 Reasons To Be Vegan

    If there's one person who put the vegan lifestyle on the map, it would have to be Kathy Freston. For over 10 years, Kathy has been part of the plant-based movement. She has written nine books including Veganist, The Lean, Clean Protein, and Quantum Wellness. Her newest offering, co-authored with...

  10. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #97- Mushrooms: The Health Benefits with Jeff Chilton

    Mushrooms are one of the hottest wellness trends of 2021. From weight management to cognitive health, the mushrooms' health benefits are abundant. Today's podcast is dedicated to exploring the magic and the mystery of mushrooms with mushroom guru, Jeff Chilton. Jeff Chilton has been deeply…

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  11. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #96-Vegan Swaps & Recipes for Animal Products

    Are you thinking of adding more plants to your diet in 2021? Today's podcast shares some easy vegan swaps to ease the transition. Finding substitutions for animal products is perhaps the most difficult part of vegan cooking. But it can also be the healthiest thing you can do. For example, when…

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  12. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #95-Alcohol and Cancer Risk - Should You Be Concerned?

    In today's podcast, Dr. Noelle LoConte discusses the relationship between alcohol and cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, alcohol use is one of the most preventable risk factors for cancer. They further state that alcohol use accounts for about 6% of all cancers and 4% of all cancer...

  13. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #94-Arsenic In Rice - Should You Be Concerned?

    The questions about arsenic in rice have been floating around for many years. Mainly because studies have detected high levels of arsenic in rice. So should you eat rice? Unfortunately, there is no easy answer, but today I present all the evidence so you can make an informed decision. Podcast #94...

  14. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #93-Raising Vegan Children Safely with Pediatrician Reshma Shah

    It is more and more common for parents to discuss raising vegan children. But, is a plant-based diet nutritionally adequate for kids? Today we ask an expert. Reshma Shah, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician and clinical instructor at Stanford University of Medicine. Along with her colleague,...

  15. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #92-Dr. T. Colin Campbell: Protein, Cancer and COVID-19

    In this episode of the Ordinary Vegan Podcast, I talk with a man who needs no introduction. His name is Dr. T. Colin Campbell and he is one of the most famous people in the plant-based movement. Dr. T. Colin Campbell, PhD has dedicated his life to the science of human health for more than 60…

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  16. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #91- Turning Your Passion Into A Plant-Based Business Part 2

    Is it time to turn your passion for a vegan lifestyle into a plant-based business? What was recently a radical lifestyle choice, eating plants, is now rapidly moving into the mainstream. And if there was ever a time to open a plant-based business, now is the time. According to Meticulous…

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  17. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #90-Turning Your Passion Into a Vegan Business

    Starting a vegan business is not for the faint of heart. Building a new business can be scary and risky, but every successful entrepreneur will tell you that it's worth it. Today's podcast is part 1 of a vegan business series focused on plant-based entrepreneurs. You might be saying why now?...

  18. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #89-Answers To Common Vegan Questions

    Today, Ordinary Vegan tackles some of the most common vegan questions asked by our community members. And more than likely, all vegans have been asked these common vegan questions at some point. Furthermore, if you're thinking about becoming vegan, you may find the answer to something that's...

  19. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #88-Soup Enhancing Tips To Liven Up Your Vegan Soups

    Several studies that have tested the effects of consuming soup on a regular basis found that routinely eating soup can reduce energy intake, enhance satiety, and promote weight loss. Vegan soups are especially satiating because high fiber vegetables are high volume foods. This is called energy...

  20. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #87-Why Environmentalists Don't Vote with Nathaniel Stinnett

    In the 2016 US Presidential election, over 10 million people who listed the environment their top priority didn't vote.You might be asking, how can you be an environmentalist and not vote? Today, Nathaniel Stinnett provides the answers. Nathaniel Stinnett is the Founder & Executive Director of…

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  21. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #86-: Reversing Diabetes & Inspiring Change with BP Eric Adams

    Today I sit down with Brooklyn Borough President, Eric Adams. Eric is in the running to be the next mayor of New York City and he is using his platform to spark real change and spread the plant-based message. Here is some background. At 15 years old, Eric Adams was beaten by police. The...

  22. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #85-Cultivating Happiness in Stressful Times

    News flash: 2020 has been a rough year on everybody. And according to a recent happiness study, people in the US are more unhappy today than they've been in nearly 50 years. The study found that just 14% of American adults say they're very happy. This statistic is down from 31% who said the same…

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  23. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #84-Building T cells for Immunity & Protection Against Covid-19

    T cells are the most important cells in adaptive immune response because these immune hunters can seek and destroy an infected cell. Unquestionably, building an army of these cells is the single most important defense we have against Covid 19. And although a robust immune system will not totally...

  24. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #83-Socially Responsible Investing For A Green Planet

    Socially responsible investing is a strategy where people choose to invest in companies that are environmentally and socially responsible. As well as align with their core values. Today we welcome Stephan Kerby, author of the book "You Are The Change: A Beginner's Guide To Socially Responsible...

  25. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #82- Hormonal Imbalance: Causes & Cures with Dr. Neal Barnard

    Hormonal imbalance may be to blame for a range of unwanted symptoms and diseases. Addressing the causes directly is the first step in balancing your hormones. Today we welcome back Dr. Neal Barnard. Dr. Barnard is one of the world's most respected authority on vegan diets. He is a best-selling...

  26. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #81-How To Survive a Pandemic with Dr. Michael Greger

    On this special episode, I speak to leading health expert, Dr. Michael Greger, on how to survive a pandemic. It's hard to make sense of the scary reality we now live in. And fears about catching Covid-19 can take an emotional and physical toll. Furthermore, there is so much confusion about...

  27. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #80-Why Physical Activity Reduces Your Risk of Disease

    There are plenty of good reasons to include lots of physical activity into your life. Big ones include reducing your risk for heart disease, obesity, type-2 diabetes, or stroke. Exercise can also cause changes in antibodies and white blood cells. White blood cells are the body's immune system…

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  28. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #79-Dietary Supplements - The Health Risks

    Did you know the Food and Drug Administration does not require dietary supplements to be proven safe before they are marketed? Furthermore, supplement use has reached an all-time high. So clearly, it is important to know how to purchase and wisely use dietary supplements safely. Supplements are...

  29. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #78-The Health Risks Of Social Isolation & Loneliness

    Experts have long been concerned about loneliness, and now social isolation has made the epidemic worse. According to a 2018 national survey by Cigna, loneliness levels have reached an all-time high, with nearly half of 20,000 US adults reporting they sometimes or always feel alone. Sadly, one of...

  30. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #77-How To Improve Gut Health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

    "The single most powerful determinate of healthy gut microbiome is the diversity of plants." ~Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Did you know that over 70% of the immune system lives in the gut? And the Covid-19 virus can hit people with a weakened immune system harder. That is why I am delighted to have Dr.…

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  31. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #76-Breathing Exercises with Patrick McKeown

    "My mission is to empower people to take control of their own health, well-being and fitness using simple breathing exercises proven to improve body oxygenation". Patrick McKeown Most people take their breathing for granted. Why shouldn't they? They have been doing it since birth without any...

  32. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #75: Healthy Pantry Food & Canned Food Recipes For Isolation

    People often significantly underestimate the quantity and value of the foods that they have stored in cupboards and pantries. Today's podcast will teach you how to make the most out of your pantry food. The uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus is the most challenging thing to handle....

  33. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #74-Best Foods For Respiratory System Health

    Did you know what you eat can benefit your lung function and improve your respiratory system health? Today we explore food and exercises to improve conditions in the air passageways to make your lungs stronger. We often don't consider the important role our lungs play in keeping us well. It is…

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  34. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #73-Foods To Help You Sleep & Boost Immunity

    Even in the best of times, many people struggle to get high-quality sleep. So today's podcast is devoted to foods to help you sleep. Since my last podcast, our life, as we know it, has changed drastically. Stress and anxiety are at an all-time high. The coronavirus has changed how we conduct our...

  35. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #72-The Single Best Way to Prevent Novel Coronavirus Infection

    Given the heightened risk of contracting the novel coronavirus, today's podcast is dedicated to the single best thing you can do to avoid it. Unquestionably, I am not an alarmist, but sometimes we need to prepare for a possible disruption in our lives like the novel coronavirus. Also, as of…

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  36. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #71-Leafy Green Vegetables for Weight Loss & Cognitive Health

    If you need more incentive to eat your leafy green vegetables, this podcast is especially for you. Did you know leafy green vegetables are superfoods? They are rich in vitamins and minerals. Low in calories and high in fiber and calcium. Greens can lower your risk of certain cancers, heart…

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  37. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #70-How To Increase Serotonin Naturally with Food

    Are you looking to increase serotonin and dopamine naturally? Maybe to fight the winter blues or perhaps to help with more serious mental health issues. Let"s face it. People are feeling more and more anxious these days. Between the threat of global warming, the coronavirus, and every day news...

  38. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #69 -How To Break A Bad Habit with Dr. Judson Brewer

    We all have bad habits that we struggle with, from unhealthy eating to smoking. Today's podcast examines how to break a bad habit with psychiatrist and addiction expert, Dr. Judson Brewer. Judson Alyn Brewer, M.D., Ph.D. had devoted his career to the mechanisms of habit, and his discoveries have...

  39. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #68-Is Vegan Meat Healthy

    "I try to encourage people to shift to plant protein. I think that's the No. 1 thing that people can do in their lifetime to positively impact climate change." Ethan Brown, Founder Beyond Meat Many companies are entering the plant-based meat business, and sales are booming. But is vegan meat...

  40. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #67-Time Restricted Eating - New Studies Update

    Unlike diets that tell you what to eat, time-restricted eating focuses on when to eat. Today's podcast is devoted to the latest studies on time-restricted eating and the recently revealed health benefits. Time-Restricted eating is becoming an increasingly popular way to lose weight. Furthermore,...

  41. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #66- with Colleen Patrick Goudreau

    Every November, we commemorate World Vegan Month. What better way to celebrate than welcoming long-time animal advocate, author, and all-around inspiring vegan, Colleen Patrick Goudreau. In addition, she is an acclaimed speaker, and her award-winning Food for Thought podcast has been changing...

  42. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #65 - The Dangers of Mixing Medications

    Combined drug intoxication (CDI), also known as multiple drug intake, is an unnatural cause of human death. This shouldn't be confused with drug overdose because CDI is due to the simultaneous use of multiple drugs. CDI is becoming more common in recent years because mental health problems are on...

  43. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #64: Fat Burning Foods To Help Lose Weight

    In Podcast #63 "How Not To Diet", Dr. Greger discussed fat burning foods to help lose weight. Today's podcast is a follow-up to a few of the foods he mentioned. First, we discuss which foods contribute to weight loss and why it works. For example, there are certain foods that increase energy...

  44. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #63-How Not To Diet with Dr. Michael Greger

    The primary cause of weight gain and disease is what we eat. Dr. Greger's new book "How Not To Diet" empowers us with the knowledge on how to live a healthy, obesity-free life without dieting. If you are not familiar with Dr. Michael Greger, you should be. He is a physician, best selling author,...

  45. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #62 - Anti-Inflammatory Food

    Today's podcast explores the root of all disease, chronic inflammation. Also, the anti-inflammatory foods that can help reduce and fight inflammation. Inflammation is part of the body's response to infection and tissue damage, and it is crucial to the healing process. But over the last 15 years,...

  46. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #61- Is Your Tap Water Safe To Drink & The Safest Water To Drink

    Is your tap water safe to drink? Contaminated water has become an alarming issue not only in the United States but all over the world. Uncontaminated water is essential for human survival, healthy ecosystems, and sustainable development. The tap water we drink isn't just coming from your local...

  47. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #60- Legumes List, Health Benefits & Recipes

    In today's podcast we focus on the healthiest beans you can eat from my legumes list. Legumes provide a magnitude of essential nutrients that can help you live a longer and healthier life. And science proves that beans contribute to longevity because they cool down systemic inflammation....

  48. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #59-Wabi-Sabi: Embracing Imperfection In A Vegan Diet

    Today, I want to encourage the pursuit of imperfection. It's called wabi-sabi, and accepting imperfection is the fundamental principal. That does not mean to embrace failure. It means to embrace learning and to be willing not to get it entirely right. "Wabi means simplicity, humility, and living…

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  49. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #58 - Lyme Disease Protection, Symptoms & Treatment

    Anyone who spends time in the outdoors, in backyards, in the woods, fields and even urban cities should be concerned about Lyme disease. Why? Because according to many reports, Lyme disease caused by ticks, increasingly threaten the health of people all over the world. Most noteworthy, is over…

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  50. Ordinary Vegan Podcast #57- How To Increase Metabolism By Cleansing The Liver

    Most people don't think about liver health to increase metabolism, but the liver is responsible for helping metabolize fat, produce bile and clean toxins. All of these functions contribute to converting food into energy. In fat metabolism the liver cells break down fats and produces energy. It…

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Ordinary Vegan Podcast - Are you sick of being sick? Do you want more energy? Do you want to treat yourself with more compassion? Ordinary Vegan addresses all aspects of eating and living healthfully. Each episode addresses commonly asked questions about being vegan, including food, cooking, recipes and nutrition. This unique podcast empowers and inspires the listeners to live a long, healthy life that is also kind to the planet and animals.

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