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How Food Changed Everything: The Path to Vibrant Health - Green Glow Lifestyle

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“I wanted to get on top of the rooftop with a megaphone and say, it’s the food, people, it’s the food.” -Brenda Workman

Show Description: In this inspiring episode of the Green Glow Podcast, host Kylie Buckner sits down with Brenda Workman—plant-based nutrition advocate, Food for Life coach, and founder of BrendaWorkmanSpeaks.com. Brenda shares her powerful personal journey from decades of yo-yo dieting and chronic health issues to vibrant health and a new career as a wellness educator. Discover how a plant-based lifestyle transformed her life, the resources that guided her, and how she’s now building a thriving wellness community in West Virginia and beyond. Plus, get the inside scoop on the upcoming Wellness Weekend event and practical tips for anyone curious about plant-based living.

Key Takeaways:

  • Brenda’s health transformation: how switching to a plant-based diet helped her lose 60 pounds, reverse high blood pressure, and get off cholesterol medication after 25 years.
  • The emotional and psychological side of dieting, food cravings, and self-acceptance.
  • The pivotal role of a supportive doctor and the importance of patient empowerment.
  • Brenda’s favorite resources: documentaries, books, and plant-based experts that inspired her journey.
  • Simple, practical advice for starting a plant-based lifestyle—keep it easy, repeat meals, and be kind to yourself.
  • The power of community: Brenda’s work in West Virginia, from library classes to staff development and state fair demos.
  • Details on the annual Wellness Weekend event
  • The importance of sharing success stories and building supportive networks.
  • How plant-based living can benefit families and future generations.
Show Notes

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How Food Changed Everything: The Path to Vibrant Health - Green Glow Lifestyle