Episodios

  • Cyd Notter Explains The Three Big Food Mistakes!
    May 21 2025

    In this episode, Cyd Notter, a nutrition educator and author, discusses the common food mistakes that lead to health issues and how to adopt a whole food plant-based diet. She emphasizes the importance of understanding calorie density over calorie counting, the dangers of extracted oils, and the necessity of fiber in our diets. The conversation also touches on the transition to a healthier lifestyle and the benefits of plant-based eating.


    Find more about Cyd in this following links:

    Website: https://cydnotter.com

    Free Webinar – 3 Food Mistakes: https://payhip.com/b/ukJ8N

    Label Reading Course: https://payhip.com/b/ku7Eg


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Education

    02:46 The Journey to Plant-Based Nutrition

    05:48 Understanding Calorie Density vs. Calorie Counting

    11:57 The Dangers of Extracted Oils

    18:12 The Importance of Fiber in Diet

    23:51 Recap of Food Mistakes and Healthy Eating

    39:00 Final Thoughts on Plant-Based Living


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    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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  • Mike Young Curates Fun to Keep You Young!
    May 14 2025

    In this episode, Mike Young discusses his journey towards health optimization and longevity, emphasizing the importance of a plant-based diet, community living, and the eradication of non-communicable diseases. He shares insights on farming initiatives, generational health perspectives, and the six pillars of lifestyle medicine that guide their practices. The conversation also highlights the significance of health optimization events and the unique experiences offered through health-focused cruises. In this conversation, the host and guest explore the unique aspects of health-focused cruising, including gourmet dining experiences tailored to vegan lifestyles. They discuss the importance of community and education in promoting health, particularly through events like health optimization safaris in Uganda and local farm-to-table dinners. The guest shares personal experiences of transitioning to a vegan lifestyle and the mission to eradicate non-communicable diseases through lifestyle changes and education.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Health and Longevity

    02:57 The Concept of Health Optimization

    05:54 Growing and Farming Initiatives

    09:10 Community and Lifestyle Choices

    11:56 Generational Perspectives on Health

    14:46 The Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine

    18:04 Health Optimization Events and Clubs

    24:10 Cruises and Travel for Health Optimization

    29:26 Gourmet Cruising: A Unique Dining Experience

    30:54 Health-Conscious Cruising: The Invitation to Wellness

    31:51 Educational Presentations: Learning on the High Seas

    32:43 Exploring Uganda: A Health Optimization Safari

    34:32 The Future of Vegan Education: A School in Uganda

    36:31 Farming Ventures: Growing in Ecuador and Uganda

    38:27 Plants to Table: Connecting with Local Farms

    39:52 Living in the Future: The Digital Nomad Lifestyle

    44:41 A Journey to Veganism: Personal Transformation

    53:08 The Mission: Eradicating Non-Communicable Diseases


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    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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  • Paul Chatlin and Dr. John Tanner Back from the Brink
    May 13 2025

    In this episode host Glen Merzer interviews Paul Chatlin, founder of the Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group. Paul shares his personal journey of overcoming heart disease through lifestyle changes, emphasizing the importance of nutrition and community support. He discusses his family's history with heart disease, his own health struggles, and the transformative power of a plant-based diet. The conversation also touches on the establishment of the Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group and the Sage Circle Alliance, highlighting their missions to promote health and wellness through education and support. Glen also spoke to Dr. John Tanner. He shares his personal journey through heart disease, detailing his experiences with heart attacks, stents, and the impact of dietary choices on his health. He emphasizes the importance of preventive care and the role of a plant-based diet in managing heart health. John's story serves as a cautionary tale about the medical establishment's approach to heart disease and the potential pitfalls of relying solely on medical interventions like stents.


    Visit Paul's website: https://www.pbnsg.org/

    Visit Dr. John Tanner's websites:

    The Nutrition Science Foundation: https://www.nusci.org

    Little Green Forks: https://www.littlegreenforks.com


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Life-Changing Stories

    01:47 Paul Chatlin's Journey Begins

    02:15 Family History of Heart Disease

    03:43 Personal Health Struggles and Medical Interventions

    06:07 The Turning Point: A Heart Catheterization

    09:04 A Promise for Change

    10:31 Learning to Cook and Embracing a New Lifestyle

    13:23 The Birth of the Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group

    18:24 Growth and Adaptation During COVID-19

    20:50 The Sage Circle Alliance: A New Initiative

    24:21 Reflections on Health and Nutrition

    28:14 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

    32:39 John's Journey: From Heart Attack to Recovery

    39:47 The Role of Diet in Heart Health

    49:15 Stents: A Double-Edged Sword

    57:49 The Importance of Preventive Care


    Have healthy, delicious, oil-free, plant-based Indian food delivered to your door by ordering from https://www.firstseedfoods.com , sponsor of this show, use code GLEN10 to get $10 off your first order!


    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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    1 h y 6 m
  • How To Speed Up Your Metabolism with Maxime Sigouin
    May 13 2025

    In this episode of the Plant Powered Passport, Bryan Dennstedt and Maxim Sigouin delve into the concept of reverse dieting, emphasizing its importance for maintaining weight loss. They discuss the challenges individuals face in keeping weight off after a fat loss phase and introduce strategies to effectively increase caloric intake without regaining weight. The conversation also covers the significance of monitoring progress, the types of foods to incorporate during reverse dieting, and practical tips for tracking calories. Additionally, they highlight the necessity of regular exercise, particularly resistance training, for sustaining weight management. In this conversation, the host discusses various aspects of vegan nutrition, metabolism, and the concept of reverse dieting. Key topics include the importance of calorie deficit for weight loss, the role of specific vegan foods in boosting metabolism, and the sustainable approach of reverse dieting to maintain weight loss. The discussion emphasizes the need for commitment over motivation in fitness and nutrition, as well as the significance of meal timing and frequency. The conversation concludes with actionable advice for listeners to implement changes in their health journey.


    Check out Maxime's website here: https://www.fitvegancoaching.com/


    Have healthy, delicious, oil-free, plant-based Indian food delivered to your door by ordering from https://www.firstseedfoods.com , sponsor of this show, use code GLEN10 to get $10 off your first order!

    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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    53 m
  • Own Your Health with Dr. Michael Klaper
    May 13 2025

    In this conversation, Dr. Michael Klaper discusses the importance of taking control of one's health, emphasizing the role of nutrition and informed decision-making in medical care. The discussion covers personal health experiences, the significance of understanding medical risks, and the necessity of proper nutrition in preventing and reversing diseases. The conversation also touches on the role of supplements in a plant-based diet and the need for a shift in medical education regarding nutrition. In this conversation, Dr. Klaper discusses the evolution of dietary B12, the importance of essential vitamins for those on a plant-based diet, and the complexities surrounding omega-3 fatty acids. He emphasizes the need for modern plant-based eaters to supplement certain vitamins due to changes in food sourcing and sanitation. The discussion also covers the relevance of clinical studies, the PSA test, liver health, dietary fats, and the dynamics of patient-physician relationships in health management. Dr. Klaper advocates for patient empowerment and the importance of nutrition education in healthcare.


    Visit Dr. Klaper's websites: https://www.doctorklaper.com and https://www.movingmedforward.org


    Chapters

    00:00 Owning Your Health: Introduction to the Concept

    01:54 Personal Health Journey: The Hernia Experience

    11:02 The Role of Doctors: Informed Decision-Making

    15:11 Understanding Medical Tests: Risks and Benefits

    21:05 Navigating Health Scans: The Dilemma of Knowledge

    31:52 Nutrition in Medicine: The Need for Change

    33:43 Supplements: What You Need to Know

    36:00 The Evolution of B12 in Our Diet

    38:49 Essential Vitamins for Plant-Based Eaters

    42:10 Navigating Omega-3s: Myths and Realities

    45:54 Understanding Clinical Studies and Their Relevance

    48:13 The PSA Test: A Critical Perspective

    52:02 Addressing Liver Health and NASH

    53:48 The Impact of Dietary Fats on Health

    57:00 Patient-Physician Dynamics in Health Management

    01:01:04 The Role of Nutrition in Healthcare

    01:09:00 Annual Checkups: Are They Necessary?


    Have healthy, delicious, oil-free, plant-based Indian food delivered to your door by ordering from https://www.firstseedfoods.com , sponsor of this show, use code GLEN10 to get $10 off your first order!

    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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    1 h y 15 m
  • Tess Challis Stops Aiming for Perfection and Gets Healthier!
    May 7 2025

    In this episode of The Glenn Merzer Show, Tess Challis, a nine-time vegan cookbook author, shares her journey into veganism, the health benefits she experienced, and her new book, Food Joy. Tess discusses her unique approach to health coaching, the challenges of maintaining a vegan lifestyle, and the importance of balance in diet. She also reflects on raising her daughter as a vegan and the growing vegan movement in Phoenix. The conversation emphasizes the joy of food and the significance of making small, sustainable changes in one's diet.


    Check-out Tess's website: www.tesschallis.com


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Tess Chalice and Her Journey

    01:55 The One Degree Approach to Health Coaching

    03:14 Tess's Vegan Journey and Health Transformation

    08:20 Food Joy: Balancing Nutrition and Enjoyment

    09:40 Overcoming Perfectionism in Veganism

    12:31 Evolving Dietary Habits Over Time

    14:44 Raising a Vegan Daughter: Challenges and Triumphs

    18:19 Family Dynamics and Veganism

    20:59 The Launch of Food Joy

    24:54 The Growing Vegan Movement in Phoenix

    26:47 Protein Concerns in a Vegan Diet

    29:32 Conclusion and Future Plans


    Have healthy, delicious, oil-free, plant-based Indian food delivered to your door by ordering from https://www.firstseedfoods.com , sponsor of this show, use code GLEN10 to get $10 off your first order!

    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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    31 m
  • Brendan Kesler Breaks Down the Science of Nutrition for Us!
    May 7 2025

    In this conversation, Brendan Kessler, a nutrition expert and PhD candidate, shares his journey into the world of nutrition, emphasizing the importance of a plant-based diet and dietary fiber. He discusses his personal health scare that led him to adopt a vegan lifestyle and highlights the alarming statistics regarding fiber consumption in the U.S. Kessler provides insights into the health benefits of fiber, its impact on gut health, and practical tips for increasing fiber intake in daily diets. The conversation underscores the need for greater awareness and action towards improving dietary habits for better health outcomes. In this conversation, Brendan discusses his journey to a vegan diet, emphasizing the importance of dietary fiber and plant-based nutrition. He highlights the consensus among nutrition scientists regarding the benefits of plant-based diets and introduces his theory of 'fuel plus fortification' in nutrition. The discussion also covers the balance between cooked and raw foods, the implications of saturated fats from coconut, and the foundational role of whole foods in human nutrition.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Brendan Kessler and His Journey

    05:44 Transition to Plant-Based Nutrition

    11:02 The Impact of Fiber on Health

    21:06 The Importance of Fiber in the American Diet

    29:57 Practical Tips for Increasing Fiber Intake

    36:06 Transitioning to a Vegan Diet

    43:41 The Consensus on Plant-Based Nutrition

    50:14 Fuel Plus Fortification: A Nutritional Theory

    58:42 Balancing Cooked and Raw Foods

    01:04:23 The Debate on Coconut and Saturated Fats

    01:10:22 The Foundation of Human Nutrition


    Have healthy, delicious, oil-free, plant-based Indian food delivered to your door by ordering from https://www.firstseedfoods.com , sponsor of this show, use code GLEN10 to get $10 off your first order!


    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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    1 h y 13 m
  • Dr. Angela Crawford on The Vegan Transformation
    Apr 30 2025

    In this engaging conversation, Angela Crawford, PhD, shares her personal journey to veganism and the psychological transformations that accompany this lifestyle change. She discusses the ethical, health, and environmental motivations behind going vegan, as well as the challenges faced in promoting veganism to others. The conversation highlights the seven core themes of transformation experienced by those who adopt a vegan lifestyle, including values alignment, expanded compassion, and a sense of purpose. The discussion concludes with insights on the difficulties of encouraging others to embrace veganism and the importance of community support.


    Visit Dr. Angela's website here: https://angelacrawfordphd.com/book/

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Veganism and Personal Journey

    09:06 The Psychology of Going Vegan

    11:57 Transformational Changes from Veganism

    35:16 Challenges in Promoting Veganism

    49:08 Conclusion and Book Release


    Visit our website: https://www.theglenmerzershow.com

    Get my new book, 'America Goes Vegan!' here: https://shorturl.at/dgrLQ

    Get "Live Your Healthiest Life" here: https://shorturl.at/bitDE

    To order Sweet Indulgence Sweet Indulgence by Chef AJ and me, the healthiest and most beautiful dessert cookbook ever!: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-AJs-Sweet-Indulgence-Guilt-Free/dp/1570674248


    DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The content of this podcast is provided for informational or educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health issue without consulting your doctor. Always seek medical advice before making any lifestyle changes.

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    51 m
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