Plant Based Briefing
The daily inspiration you need to stay committed to your healthy, compassionate, and sustainable lifestyle. I narrate the best articles from experts in plant-based and vegan living—all with permission and passion—curated and narrated for you in just 10 minutes every weekday. Episodes cover the many compelling reasons to embrace a vegan lifestyle. From the ethical treatment of animals to key health benefits, environmental impact, and social justice issues like world hunger and climate change, you'll hear it all. Stay informed about critical subjects such as antibiotic resistance, wildlife conservation, and the vital role of sustainable living in our everyday choices. Whether you're looking for guidance on plant-based nutrition, creative vegan recipes, tips for eco-friendly travel, or the latest in plant-based entertainment, this podcast has something for you. Each episode is designed to empower you with knowledge and strengthen your commitment to living a life that aligns with your values. Tune in daily and transform your understanding of plant-based living while gathering inspiration to continue on your journey. Let's inspire each other to make kinder, healthier, and more sustainable choices—one episode at a time. Your path to a compassionate lifestyle starts here!
Episodes
After a Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Spurred Me to Go Plant-Based, I Feel Like the Energizer Bunny
The doctors recommended a regimen of chemotherapy drugs, warning me of side effects including fatigue and weight gain. When I asked what would happen if I didn't take the drugs, they said most likely I'd be bed-ridden and in lots of pain within 12 to 18 months. It was a grim picture either way. Of course, I chos...
Animal Factory, Factory Farm, Or Something Else? Testing The Language Of Advocacy
The meat industry orchestrated a coordinated online campaign to discredit the landmark 2019 EAT-Lancet planetary health diet. Study summary by Meghann Cant at Faunalytics.org.
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #animalfactory #animalfarm #factoryfarming #factoryfarm
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This Family Farm Raises Dogs for Meat—and We're Kind of Obsessed
Meet Elwood's Organic Dog Meat, the viral fake farm using outrage and "humanely raised" dogs to expose the marketing behind ethical meat. Listen to today's episode written by Charlotte Pointing at VegNews.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #plantbaseddiet #fiber #highfiber
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The Best Source of Iodine to Avoid Deficiency
Iodine is essential for thyroid health. Many people rely on iodized salt or dairy for iodine—but there are healthier sources. Listen to today's episode written by Dr Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #iodine #iodinedeficiency #thyroid #goiter
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McDonald's, Subway and Taco Bell Fail to Meet Antibiotic Reduction Commitments
If you're looking to reduce your water impact, eating less meat is a great place to start. Listen to today's episode written by Natasha Gilbert at Sentient.
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #antibioticresistance #antimicrobialresistance #endofmedicine
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She Was Never Meant To Survive. She Did Anyway. In Memory of Jo
"She was on her way to slaughter as one of billions of hens cycled through an industry that had already taken everything it needed from her. But she fell. Whether she jumped or was simply lost in the chaos of transport, it's unknown. It is understood that she escaped and that someone stopped to help her." Listen to learn more. Written by Elle ...
Comparing Vegetarian and Vegan Athletic Performance, Endurance, and Strength
Long-term plant-based eating may improve exercise capacity and endurance. Listen to today's episode written by Dr Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #veganathletes #plantbasedathlete
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Original post: https://nutritionfacts.org/vi...
Everyone's Talking About ChatGPT's Water Use. Almost No One's Talking About What Uses More.
If you're looking to reduce your water impact, eating less meat is a great place to start. Listen to today's episode written by Seth Millstein at Sentient.
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #AI #AIwaterusage #animalagriculture #dairyfarming
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Is Fruit Healthy? Busting Common Fruit Myths
"What's the truth about fruit? How does it affect our overall health, and what are the pros and cons of eating fruit in more specific cases, like if we're diabetic or trying to lose weight?"
Written by Nelson Huber-Disla at the T Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies.
Do Brain Supplements Work? Sorting The Evidence From The Marketing
"For most healthy adults, brain supplements don't work. Nootropics like ginkgo biloba and lion's mane have failed to show meaningful cognitive benefit in rigorous trials. Supplements do earn their place in one situation: correcting a genuine nutrient deficiency, such as low vitamin B12 or vitamin D. Beyond that, the effect sizes are small, ...
American Horses Are Still Being Slaughtered for Meat
Did you know horses are still being slaughtered for meat? 83% of Americans oppose slaughtering horses for food, yet efforts to ban horse meat remain stalled. Listen to today's episode written by Jessica Scott-Reid at Sentient.
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #horseslaughter #horsemeat #livetransport
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Low-Carb Plant-Based Diet – What To Eat?
The ideal macronutrient combination for a healthy diet remains hotly debated, However, there are different ways to achieve a high quality diet. The ratio of carbohydrates (carbs), protein and fat is not as important as the quality of the foods consumed. But what does that look like for a healthy, plant based diet?
Learn more in today's episode wri...
Evidence-Based Nutrition Delivers Hope Worldwide
"My journey into the whole-food plant-based (WFPB) lifestyle began with a moment of disbelief and awakening. After finishing The China Study, by Drs. T. Colin Campbell and Thomas M. Campbell, I found myself asking, "Why didn't I learn this before?" As a physician, it was both humbling and unsettling. I felt that, up until that moment, I had only understood p...
Neurotech Company Says Its Brain Chips Could Make Cows Produce More Milk, but at What Cost?
Critics tell Sentient that directing animals' minds through neuromodulation raises serious questions about regulation and animal welfare. Listen to today's episode written by Jessica Scott-Reid at Sentient.
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #neuralink #neurotech #animalcruelty #dairy #ditchdairy #d...
Prunes: Nature's Answer to Constipation
Prunes, figs, and exercise are put to the test as natural home remedies for constipation. Listen to today's episode written by Dr Michael Greger at @NutritionFacts.org
#vegan #plantbased #Plantbasednutrition #constipation #prunes #figs #fiber
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Original post: https://nutritionfacts.org/blog/prunes-natures-an...
Is There Such a Thing as an "Ethical Egg"
"There are several reasons why consuming eggs can never be ethical enough, so no egg can be called an "ethical egg." Listen to learn more. Written by Jordi Casamitjana at VeganFTA.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #eggs #ethicaleggs #backyardeggs #humanehoax #humanewashing
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Forget Protein, Fiber Is the New TikTok Nutrition Trend That Actually Makes Sense
Fiber is going viral—but is the trend backed by science? Discover the benefits, risks, and real advice on how to boost your fiber intake the right way. Listen to today's episode written by Charlotte Pointing at VegNews.com
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #plantbaseddiet #fiber #highfiber
Attention, Focus, And Mood: The Connection To Dairy
Research studies show dairy may contribute to many of the symptoms associated with ADHD and the ability to focus, as well as other mental health concerns like depression and emotional regulation. Listen to today's episode written by Tiffany Bruno at Switch4Good.org
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #plantbasedfood #dairy #adhd #saturated...
Are Beans and Whole Grains Inflammatory Foods?
Is our avoidance of beans and whole grains/gluten justified? Or are we being fed misinformation that's actually harming us in our food choices? My vote is for the latter. Here's why.
Written by Will Bulsiewicz, MD at ForksOverKnives.
#vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #wfpb #gluten #glutenfree #celiac #phytates #lectins #resistant...
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