Meal Mentor

On this episode of the Meal Mentor Podcast, member Laura shares how the meal plans helped her surpass her weight loss goals! Laura shares how she went from eating tv dinners to healthy, vibrant plant-based food. Lindsay and Laura discuss ideal healthy weight loss, advice for pushing through plateaus, the best way to measure progress, and how massage therapy can be beneficial! More about this episode: How do you know if you're a food addict? What are some tactics for distracting yourself from cravings? Laura explains how she has influenced her parents to make better choices. How did the Meal Mentor community help Laura reach her goal weight? What does Laura consider the key to weight loss? Laura shares how she uses the meal plans as inspiration to make better choices when she eats out. What should you do if you don't have support? Try our FREE 7-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Join the Meal Mentor community! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for additional recipes and inspiration!

Lindsay chats with meal plan user, and co-host of the Meal Mentor book club, Kim! Kim is the mom of two teens who is here to share how she avoided gallbladder surgery with a plant-based diet, the power of positivity, getting kids involved with healthy meals, coping with OCD, plus more on this episode of the Meal Mentor Podcast. More about this episode: How can you eat healthy while managing multiple busy schedules? How can you be a positive example for others? What is the power of smiling at others? What is the importance of embracing progress? What are some fast weeknight meals for busy families? Try our FREE 7-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Join us at Meal Mentor for weekly meal plans, and to join our book club! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for additional recipes and inspiration!

On this episode of the Meal Mentor Podcast, Lindsay talks with long-time meal plan user Stephanie, who has lost over 100 pounds using the meal plans! Stephanie is here to share how she overcame a few plateaus, why the meal plans work for her family, and how she changed both her tastebuds and her mindset. More about this episode: Stephanie shares how to deal when you feel isolated or unsupported. Should you count calories on a plant-based diet? Stephanie details how she slowly eliminated oil out of her diet. The importance of teaching children healthy habits and routines. How did Stephanie correct her high blood pressure? How can batch cooking change your life? Stephanie teaches her #1 tip for plant-based newbies! Try our FREE 7-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Forks Over Knives The Pleasure Trap by Dr. Douglas Lisle Learn more about batch cooking! Join the Meal Mentor community here! Follow us on Twitter. Follow us on Instagram for daily recipes and inspiration.

Lindsay interviews Gene Baur, animal rights advocate and author of the new book, Living the Farm Sanctuary Life. Gene stops by to share the importance of a positive approach in regards to veganism, how we can live more compassionately, and he also shares the five tenets of the Farm Sanctuary life on this episode of the Meal Mentor Podcast! More about this episode: Why should we celebrate small steps in the right direction? How have things changed since Gene became a vegan in 1985? How are animal rights and human rights related? Why being vegan is not about an ingredient list: Gene shares his insights. Should you throw away your leather shoes? How can you maintain a vegan diet while traveling? Also, Gene answers Meal Mentor member questions! Try our FREE 7-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Living the Farm Sanctuary Life by Gene Baur Forks Over Knives V-dog For more support, join the Meal Mentor community! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

On this episode of the Meal Mentor Podcast, Lindsay is chatting with Dr. Tom Campbell about plant-based nutrition! Dr. Tom Campbell is the co-author of The China Study, a practicing medical professional, and author of the new book, The Campbell Plan. Lindsay interviews Dr. Tom Campbell about the content of The Campbell Plan, running marathons, his nutrition training in medical school, and much more. Don't miss this episode to hear Dr. Tom Campbell's wisdom and advice! More about this episode: What are some energy sources for endurance training? What information is covered in The Campbell Plan, and who is it written for? What should you do if your doctor doesn't support your diet? Why are many health professionals hesitant to prescribe a diet change? Is it imperative to have a plant-based doctor? Does a plant-based diet eliminate your risk to all health problems? How can you learn more about plant-based nutrition? Resources: Learn more about Dr. Tom Campbell The Campbell Plan by Dr. Thomas Campbell The China

Long-time meal plan subscriber Katie shares with Lindsay how she cured her chronic constipation and sinusitis by switching to a plant-based diet. Tune in to this episode of the Meal Mentor Podcast to hear more about Katie's seven-year-long transition, how she lost 12 pounds with diet alone, and how is helping her family make better decisions. More about this episode: What ingredient did Katie eliminate in order to lose 12 pounds? Is there a difference between fiber-fortified foods and naturally fibrous foods? Katie shares her number one tip for being an example to others. How do the meal plans help Katie at work? Try our FREE 7-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Vegucated Connect with us at Meal Mentor for additional support and weekly meal plans. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

Today on the Meal Mentor Podcast, Lindsay talks to single ladies Jessica and Carly! Jessica and Carly share their stories about dating when you're plant-based, including choosing safe restaurants, date ideas, and when to tell a potential partner you eat only plants! More about this episode: How can a single person benefit from the family meal plans? Why is the word vegan so polarizing? What are some good dishes to feed omnivores? How can you center your dates around something other than food? Try our FREE 7-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Forks Over Knives Join the Meal Mentor Community here! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

On this episode of the Meal Mentor podcast, Lindsay chats with longtime member, Rebecca! Rebecca began dieting at the age of ten, and continued to struggle with her weight for many consecutive years. After the birth of her son, she noticed that the pregnancy pounds were not coming off, and she did not feel healthy. Rebecca found the plant-based diet, and she lost 150 pounds effortlessly! Tune in to hear as Rebecca shares her weight loss journey, tips for navigating plant-based parenting, and she provides some of her favorite resources! More about this episode: How to maneuver feeding kids a plant-based diet when co-parenting: Rebecca explains! How do you identify true hunger? Lindsay and Rebecca discuss the link between mental health and diet. What Christmas gift changed Rebecca's life? What's the difference between a diet and a lifestyle? How can you motivate children to eat vegetables? Try our FREE 3-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Check out Rebecca's Tumblr! Click here to read Rebecca's Herbie of the W

Host Lindsay S. Nixon chats with Dr. Allen, a plant-based medical professional! Dr. Allen practices medicine outside of Las Vegas, where he approaches healthcare with a focus on nutrition and prevention. Dr. Allen discusses how a plant-based diet changed his health, and the improvements he has seen in his patients. Whether you are a plant-based newbie or an old pro, you will benefit from Dr. Allen's advice and wisdom on this episode of the Meal Mentor podcast! More about this episode: What's the one thing Dr. Allen encourages his patients to change about their diet? Is it possible for cholesterol to not go down on a vegan diet? Dr. Allen answers this, and other member questions. How can you find a doctor who encourages and supports your lifestyle? A look into the medical system: why do most doctors immediately turn to prescription medications? Should you worry about B12? A discussion about supplements. The truth about coconut oil, Wheat Belly, and other diet fads. Try our FREE 3-Day sample meal plan! Resour

On this episode of the Meal Mentor podcast, Lindsay chats with newly plant-based Amy! When Amy made a pact with her husband on New Years, she had to learn new ways of cooking, eating, thinking, and living. Amy describes her experiences being brand-new to the lifestyle, and what she’s learned in her six weeks on the meal plans. More about this episode: Amy shares the two Meal Mentor recipes that blew her and her foodie husband away! How to navigate holidays and parties on a plant-based diet. Amy gives a great tip for resisting temptations. The importance of leading by example. Finding produce seasonally: Amy shares her experience from Canada! Amy's tips for others new to eating a plant-based diet. Try our FREE 3-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Find the cauliflower hot wings Amy served at her Super Bowl party in Happy Herbivore Holidays & Gatherings! Forks Over Knives Join the Meal Mentor community here Follow us on Twitter and Instagram

On this episode of the Meal Mentor podcast, host Lindsay S. Nixon sits down with long-time member Nicole! Nicole shares how she became plant-based one step at a time. Don’t miss Nicole’s experience on transitioning from a diet that most people would consider healthy, and how her numbers, health, and mindset have all improved in the process. More about this episode: How to be plant-based while living with a nut allergy. Plant-based vs vegan: what's the difference? Nicole shared her big "aha moment" about being healthy. How can an already health conscious person benefit from a plant-based diet? A discussion on mindless eating: Lindsay and Nicole chat about making deliberate choices. How does Nicole use the meal plans while training for a marathon? Nicole shares some of her favorite whole foods, plant-based snack suggestions for athletes. Try our FREE 3-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Earthlings The China Study by Dr. T. Colin Campbell Forks Over Knives No Meat Athlete Thrive by Brendan Brazier Whol

Meal Mentor member Jenny stops by to discuss her experiences eating plant-based in China! Lindsay and Jenny elaborate on making it work in a remote location, overseas, a small town—anywhere! Tune into this episode of the Meal Mentor podcast for tips on making substitutions, and the importance of being an advocate for your own health. Jenny also answers questions from fellow Meal Mentor members and shares her number one tip for maintaining a healthy diet. More about this episode: How to cope when you fall off the plant-based wagon. What are some tips for attending social events? Is the staple in China still rice, or is the Western diet becoming more prominent? How to find a meal anywhere in the world. What are some online resources for finding ingredients that are unavailable locally? Plus more tips on how to make the plant-based diet more doable! Try our FREE 3-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Check out Everyday Happy Herbivore to see the recipes Lindsay wrote while she lived on an island! The China Study b

Meal Mentor enthusiast Kristin shares how the meal plans helped her and her husband cure IBS! Lindsay and Kristin chat about tips for making a plant-based diet work in restaurants, the importance of eating in season, and how couples can make either the individual or family plan fit their lifestyle! More about this episode: The one ingredient that made a difference in Kristin’s GI issues The two resources that converted Kristin's husband to a plant-based diet Why ordering off a vegan menu isn’t always the healthiest choice How the meal plans can relieve choice fatigue Tips for getting used to increased fiber on a plant-based diet How Kristin makes the meal plan fit into her daily life How Kristin’s plant-based diet influences her work Try our FREE 3-Day sample meal plan! Resources: Slim By Design by Brian Wansink Mindless Eating by Brian Wansink Forks Over Knives [Kristin's Etsy store] 5 Join the Meal Mentor community here Follow us on Twitter and Instagram

Today on the podcast, Lindsay sits down with dietician Adrienne to discuss strategies for combating overeating! Lindsay and Adrienne discuss sticking to a meal plan, keeping a food journal, and more tips for mindful eating. More about this episode: Adrienne shares her tips on evaluating why you're overeating How too much variety can lead to overindulging Why it's possible to gain weight while eating plant-based The mantra that Lindsay repeats out loud to prevent overeating Where to find an honest, encouraging support group How to beat acne with diet—the ingredients you may not have considered How Adrienne maintains a plant-based diet in a remote area Hear all of these insights plus more when you listen to episode 2 of the Meal Mentor podcast! Try our FREE 3-Day sample meal plan! Resources: For more help with overeating and weight loss, join the Meal Mentor community here Follow us on Twitter and Instagram

On this premiere episode, host Lindsay S. Nixon chats with guest and Meal Mentor member Beth! Beth shares how adopting plant-based diet helped her lose 80+ pounds, reverse her polycystic ovary syndrome, and stop taking her blood pressure medication! Listen in for the link between insulin and PCOS, how this lifestyle affects hair and nails, plus the roundabout way that a plant-based diet is helping both Lindsay and Beth get a better night’s sleep. More about this episode: The truth about detoxing on a plant-based diet The immediate benefit that encouraged Beth to stick with it The one thing Beth wishes she knew when she was transitioning How to resist food temptations both in the grocery store and at home How Beth’s new lifestyle has influenced her husband and parents Plus more tips on how to make the plant-based lifestyle more doable! Resources: Dr. Neal Barnard’s Program for Reversing Diabetes Forks Over Knives
 The Happy Herbivore Guide to Plant-Based Living Read more about Beth’s story on Happy Herbivore