Eat Meat Sparingly: a Word of Wisdom Podcast

If I Had High Cholesterol, Here's Exactly What I Would Do

$10 Trial of the PlantWhys Membership: https://www.plantwhys.com/offers/AsLsmm2N/checkout [https://www.plantwhys.com/offers/AsLsmm2N/checkout] If your cholesterol is creeping up, where should you start? In this episode, I share the exact evidence-based strategies I would use to lower my LDL naturally. We discuss: • The Portfolio Diet and why it is one of the most powerful eating patterns for lowering cholesterol • The best plant protein swaps, including beans, tofu, soy milk, and tempeh • How soluble fiber from beans, oats, barley, and psyllium helps lower LDL • Why nuts, seeds, and plant sterols deserve a place in your daily routine • The importance of reducing saturated fat from foods like butter, cheese, and cream • The role of weight loss, aerobic exercise, and strength training in improving heart health • My thoughts on eggs and cholesterol based on the latest research If I had high cholesterol, these are the exact steps I would take—and they may be simpler than you think. 00:00 What Lowers Cholesterol 00:37 PlantWhys Membership 02:49 Why Cholesterol Rises 03:41 Portfolio Diet Basics 08:37 Swap In Plant Proteins 11:05 Nuts Seeds Soluble Fiber 13:31 Plant Sterols Saturated Fat 18:44 Best Levers Recap 21:30 Eggs Dairy Weight Loss 23:59 Exercise That Helps 27:55 Wrap Up Next Steps

I asked Dr. Greger Controversial Questions I Really Wanted Answered

Interviewing Dr. Michael Greger has been on my bucket list for years. His book How Not to Die changed the way I think about food and health, so sitting down with him for this conversation was a true honor. In this interview, we discuss: • What Dr. Greger actually eats while traveling • The truth about protein and strength training • What "eat meat sparingly" really means • The best foods for longevity • High cholesterol on a plant-based diet • Osteoporosis and calcium without dairy • Fiber, gut health, and beans • Tips for raising healthy eaters Plus, Dr. Greger shares his surprising daily exercise routine and answers some of the most common nutrition questions I hear from women. 00:00 Dream Interview Setup 01:36 Meet Dr Greger 02:48 Eating On The Road 07:07 Faith And Food Wisdom 09:24 How Much Meat Is Sparing 10:26 Family Pushback Strategies 12:25 Healthiest Animal Options 13:56 Emergency Food Storage 15:19 Top Three Foods To Add 15:53 Cancer Keto Question 16:42 Autoimmune And Soy Myths 18:11 Osteoporosis Calcium Basics 18:59 Protein And Strength Training 22:26 Fiber Limits And Gut Adaptation 24:56 High LDL On Plant Based 26:55 Kids And Healthy Eating 29:14 Guilty Pleasures Farewell 29:48 Host Wrap Up And Thanks

The GLP-1 Mistakes Almost Everyone Makes

The 2027 Holistic Holiday at Sea vegan cruise, if you mention PlantWhys you will get $100 off! https://holisticholidayatsea.com/ [https://holisticholidayatsea.com/]   18 Easy Ways to add more plants: https://www.plantwhys.com/plantwhys-2-0 [https://www.plantwhys.com/plantwhys-2-0]  How to Lose Two Pounds in One Week Mini-Course: https://www.plantwhys.com/how-to-lose-2-pounds-in-one-week-1 [https://www.plantwhys.com/how-to-lose-2-pounds-in-one-week-1] Strong Core, Happy Gut Mini-Course: https://www.plantwhys.com/strong-core-happy-gut-workshop-1 [https://www.plantwhys.com/strong-core-happy-gut-workshop-1] Watch this next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9adNV8CLZnY&t=3s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9adNV8CLZnY&t=3s]  PlantWhys Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGrQa7v7G9e2m61DAT6UKKA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGrQa7v7G9e2m61DAT6UKKA] Show Notes: What happens when you stop taking Ozempic or other GLP-1 medications?  In this episode, Ali dives into the science behind GLP-1 weight loss drugs, why many people regain weight after stopping them, and the habits that matter most for long-term success.   You'll learn:  • Why GLP-1s are a tool—not a magic pill  • The surprising role of fiber in managing hunger and food noise  • How much protein you actually need  • Why strength training is non-negotiable while losing weight  • The biggest mistake people make when coming off these medications  • How to build habits that help you keep the weight off for good   Whether you're considering a GLP-1, currently taking one, or simply want sustainable weight loss, this episode will help you focus on what really matters. 00:00 Cruise Announcement 00:47 GLP-1 Safety Overview 01:41 Rebound Weight Risks 02:41 Momentum Habit Mindset 03:21 Eat for Fiber Protein 04:30 Protein Targets Explained 06:48 Fiber Goals Beans 07:58 Exercise Strength Training 09:10 Taper Off Manage Stress 10:10 Food Noise Beans Strategy 11:08 Wrap Up Next Steps

Jenedy Paige on Faith, Art, Grief, and Becoming an American Ninja Warrior

Ali interviews Jenedy Paige, a professional oil painter and American Ninja Warrior athlete, about how her path unfolded through faith, hard work, and consistency. Jenedy explains she discovered art senior year after moving to Colorado, where an art teacher taught her to communicate emotion; she then studied at BYU-Idaho, worked intensely to catch up, and kept painting. She describes starting Ninja at 34 after indoor bouldering sparked her interest, feeling prompted to apply to American Ninja Warrior, training with teens, and competing each season since 2019 (with 2020 canceled due to COVID). Jenedy shares how losing her son reshaped her life, with painting and running helping her process grief, and discusses reframing “questions” as quests and “problems” as forward-moving prompts that intensify prayer. She outlines devotional practices (journaling, prayer, inspirational reading), identity rooted in being a child of God, spiritual connections to fitness, and practical advice on long-term, consistent health habits and moderation, plus where to follow her work and her upcoming June NBC season. Follow Jenedy's Instagram Here: https://www.instagram.com/jenedypaige/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/jenedypaige/?hl=en]  Or check out her art here: https://jenedypaige.com/ [https://jenedypaige.com/] 00:00 Meet Jenedy Paige 01:21 Art Origin Story 03:47 Ninja Warrior Calling 06:05 Grief Through Art Fitness 09:26 Quest In Questions 12:22 Falling Forward Mindset 15:48 Celebrate Small Wins 17:19 Identity And Limitlessness 19:04 Daily Devotional Practice 21:35 Journaling In Mom Life 22:05 Journaling Between Moments 22:43 Make Journals Creative 23:08 Stop Editing Yourself 24:16 Preserving Journals For Family 25:28 Phone Notes Versus Paper 25:50 Body And Spirit Connection 29:25 Temple Takes Time 30:33 Diet Changes That Work 32:41 Moderation Versus Strict 33:51 Healthy Treat Alternatives 35:32 Pray Over Your Goals 38:35 Where To Follow Jenedy 38:55 Ninja Warrior And Goodbye

The Obstacle Is the Way: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything

Podcast listeners get 30% off for a limited time to the retreat recordings with this link: https://www.plantwhys.com/offers/A7ps2qwz?coupon_code=2026 [https://www.plantwhys.com/offers/A7ps2qwz?coupon_code=2026] The host recaps the annual PlantWhys Retreat, where about 25 women attended workshops and workouts, and invites listeners to access the event recordings via a link. She shares “cliff notes” from her presentation, “The Obstacle Is the Way,” inspired by Ryan Holiday and stoicism, discussing why change is hard (citing the book Change or Die) and how obstacles can build character. Using Marcus Aurelius’s life and Meditations, she emphasizes controlling one’s response rather than external events and presents a three-part framework for overcoming obstacles: perception, action, and will. She applies these ideas to health, weight loss, emotional regulation, and persistence through failure, adding a religious perspective that Jesus can strengthen and help during challenges. She also highlights service, journaling exercises led by a life coach, and recommends related episodes on follow-through and weight loss. 00:00 PlantWhys Retreat Recap 01:11 Why Change Is Hard 02:53 Stoicism And Marcus 07:39 Obstacle Becomes Way 13:26 Perception Action Will 14:48 Rock Bottom Lessons 17:23 Victim To Victor 18:31 Astronauts Dont Panic 21:22 Think Like Scientist 22:52 Formula Step Two Action 24:10 What Action Really Is 24:52 Jesus Strength In Obstacles 25:29 Scripture Study With AI 26:59 Prayer And Rest 27:50 Ask God Then Move 28:45 Courage And Persistence 29:37 Failure Is Tuition 30:38 Discipline Of The Will 33:06 Acceptance And Love Fate 34:20 Choose Cheerfulness Now 36:07 Bigger Than Yourself 37:06 Lead By Serving Others 39:56 Retreat Resources And Next Steps