Deficient Vegans

In this week's episode, we go over the basics of how to manage food and calories to reach your health and/or fitness goal. Topics include calorie tracking, calorie targets, protein targets, and an example plan for an example person.

Links discussed in the episode:

Fitness Jump Start E-Book

TDEE Calculator

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0:02 Welcome to Deficient Vegans Podcast
0:29 MrBeast and Lab-Grown Chicken
1:36 Arizona's Contr...

We wrap up the last week of Veganuary in this episode by giving you a crash course on switching to a vegan diet and some tips for going vegan in general. We're covering food swaps, social settings, finding restaurants, and more.

Links mentioned in the episode:

PDV Protein Database

MDV Fitness Jump Start Book

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0:02 Welcome to the Deficient Vegans Podcast
0:30 Vegan News Updates
1:23 Innovative Products in V...

This week we continue our Veganuary theme of highlighting vegan causes and general information about veganism. We watched a lot of vegan documentaries in the last few weeks, and we want to share our take on them! We also let you know which documentaries to share with which type of people in your life if you think they might want to learn more about topics related to veganism.

For our myth of the week this week, we talk about whether...

In this episode of Deficient Vegans, we sit down with Stu Giddens from Veganuary to discuss "The Veganuary Effect" and how a simple “try vegan for January” challenge became a global movement. We talk about the real-world impact (from millions of participants to thousands of media stories), how Veganuary partners with brands to make plant-based options easier to find, and what happens after January ends. Learn why many peo...

This week we switch it up a bit. We're gonna start off this year and Veganuary by sharing a little bit about ourselves and our journey to veganism. We'll talk about how we became vegan, some of the struggles we had around that change, how our mindsets have shifted since becoming vegan, and what advice we might have for new vegans.

Giveaway Instagram Post

Giveaway Reddit Post

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0:04 Welcome to Deficient Vegans Podcast

This week we talk about how to prioritize and balance time between cardio and resistance training. We also discuss the benefits of each and how they help with various goals. 

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0:06 Welcome to Deficient Vegans
0:13 Exciting Chocolate News
2:23 Ikea's Plant-Based Venture
4:01 YeastUP's Protein Innovation
5:36 Cardio vs. Weight Lifting
9:42 Combining Cardio and Lifting
12:43 The Weight Loss Dile...

This week we have a guest! We speak with Lucy Whitney from Switch4Good about the ways they educate, lead, and support students, athletes, and others that are looking to ditch dairy for plant-based alternatives.

Links Mentioned in the Episode

Adam Schiff's PROTEIN Act and the Congress tracker link

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0:03 Welcome to Deficient Vegans Podcast
5:06 Introducing Lucy Whitney from Switch4Good
17:26 The FISCAL Act and School...

In this episode we go through some things to avoid, along with some recommendations, for vegans getting or buying gifts for the holidays. We focus mostly on kitchen and gym equipment that helps support a healthy lifestyle, but we do discuss other categories briefly as well.

PDV Video on Best Vegan Protein Sources

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0:04 Holiday Gifts for Vegans
3:05 Vegan News and Innovations
3:16 Navigating Gifting as a New Vegan
4...

Send this this one to the parents you know with a kid who's decided to go vegan or vegetarian. We discuss everything from mindset to practical tips and advice on how to help support a new vegan in your family or in your life.

Best Vegan Protein Sources Database

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00:02 Introduction
01:45 Vegan Bodybuilding News
02:54 Restaurant Closures
04:05 Supporting Your Vegan Child
08:01 Concerns of Parents
10:11 A...

This week we dive into the discussion around protein and fiber. Information online pits these two nutrients against each other, but do you really need to choose between them? We don't think so! 

We also talk about the differences between vegan and plant-based in our myth of the week.

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0:04 Welcome to Deficient Vegans
0:38 New Season of Stranger Things
1:44 Protecting Endangered Dolphins
3:23 Social Media and A...

In this episode, we talk about how to find restaurants with reliable vegan protein options. Whether that is fast food, road trips, or trying to find sit-down restaurants near you with protein options, we've got you covered with our time-tested tips and tricks. The same ideas will also work for just finding more general vegan options, even if you aren't specifically seeking out protein.

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0:02 Welcome to Deficient Veg...

The holidays are here, which means travel, family gatherings, work potlucks, awkward conversations, and the annual tradition of someone proudly offering you a dish that’s “definitely vegan” (it’s not).

In this episode of Deficient Vegans, we’re breaking down how to survive the holiday season as a vegan with your sanity, nutrition, and boundaries intact.

YouTube - High Protein Pizza Dough and Fresh Vegan Mozzarella

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0:02 Introdu...

In this episode, we talk about hitting your protein goals on a budget as money is tight with the holidays coming up. We introduce a new interactive protein database that features over 200 vegan protein sources, sortable by cost, protein content, and other criteria. We also discuss the latest news, including Miyoko's Creamery's potential comeback and a new sunflower-based meat substitute from Brazil. Finally, we break down...

In this episode, we talk about timing for meals, protein, supplements, and macros. Which ones matter and which ones don't? We also tackle our myth of the week!

Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats Video

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0:03 Welcome to the Podcast
0:14 Meal and Protein Timing
4:16 Protein Timing Myths
10:16 Macro and Supplement Timing
17:21 Timing vs. Overall Intake
18:13 Myth of the Week
22:11 The Soy Stigma
25:...

In this episode, we embark on an essential discussion about stocking a high-protein vegan pantry and fridge. There is a focus on underscoring the importance of having accessible and diverse sources of protein at home to streamline meal prep and achieve nutrition goals.

TVP Apple Cinnamon Muffins on YouTube

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00:02 Welcome to the Deficient Vegans Podcast
01:14 Stocking Your Vegan Pantry
09:58 Exploring TVP Opti...

In this episode, we dive into the essentials of building a home gym and what workout equipment can optimize at-home fitness routines. The conversation begins with a reminder that fitness is a personal journey, and the equipment you need largely depends on your individual goals and fitness level.

High Protein Pumpkin Spice Seitan YouTube Video

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00:05 Home Workout Essentials
00:16 Equipment for Beginners
02:25 Intermedia...

In episode 21 of the Deficient Vegans podcast, we discuss various methods for tracking fitness and nutrition progress. We explore the utility of tracking apps, tips for maintaining motivation, and avoiding burnout from over-tracking. The episode highlights specific apps for different activities, such as Strong and Hevy for lifting, and fitness wearables like Fitbit. Nutrition tracking and the importance of monitoring macros and mic...

In this episode of the revamped Deficient Vegans Podcast, formerly known as the VeGAINS Fitness and Nutrition Podcast, we discuss our journey to offering vegan fitness and recipe content. We also debunk common fitness myths and respond to a listener Q&A on protein powder recommendations.

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00:00 Welcome to the Deficient Vegans Podcast
00:27 The Evolution of Our Brand
01:00 From Reci...

Just a brief update about the future of the podcast. The name will be changing to "Deficient Vegans" on Monday, October 6th. We just wanted to give some info and a heads up so you all aren't surprised when you see the change in your podcast app!

For YouTube listeners, the new channel for the podcast will be at: https://www.youtube.com/@DeficientVegans

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