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Whether you're curious about plant-based eating, gut health, healthy aging, nutrition myths, or practical healthy cooking, we've organized our episodes into easy-to-browse topics so you can start where your interests are.

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Plant-Based Eating Made Simple

Plant-based nutrition, considerations for transitioning to a healthier diet and nutrient considerations.

Tofu 101: How to Cook Tofu Without Failing

The Plate That Shapes the Planet: The Evidence-Based Case for a Plant-Centred Diet (with Dr Tushar Mehta)

Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet: B12, Zinc, Magnesium, Chromium and Avoiding Common Pitfalls

Michelle Guests on Plant‑Based Canada Podcast

Smart Pantry Staples: Build a Healthy, Plant‑Forward Kitchen in Minutes

Easy Plant-Based Ingredient Swaps: Dairy, Egg and Oil Alternatives

Vegan vs Plant-Based: Breaking Down Vegetarian, Vegan and Whole Food Plant-Based Diets

How to Transition to a Plant-Based Diet

Gut Health & The Microbiome

Digestive health, fibre, microbiome science, gut-brain connections and emerging research.

Healing Leaky Gut Naturally

Microplastics, Leaky Gut and Chronic Disease

What Your Bowel Movements Reveal About Gut Health

The Truth About Fibre: Why Most People Are Dangerously Deficient (And What to Do About It)

Are Emulsifiers Wrecking Your Gut?

Gut Health Explained

Healthy Aging & Disease Prevention

Longevity, healthy aging, chronic disease prevention and evidence-based wellness.

Plant-Based Nutrition, Cancer Prevention and the Power of Fiber

Perimenopause and Menopause Demystified

Nutrition and Cancer: Prevention, Treatment and the Power of a Plant-Based Plate (with Dr Zahra Kassam)

Blue Zones Power Nine Hacks

Longevity Secrets of Blue Zones

Health Benefits of Tea: Immunity, Heart Health and Cancer Prevention

Nutrition Basics for Beginners

Start here if you're new to nutrition and want the foundational concepts explained simply.

The Inverted Food Pyramid Explained (with Dr Matt Nagra)

Gluten, Grains and the Great Bread Debate

The Whole Grain Hierarchy: What You Really Need to Know

Choosing Carbs Wisely

Understanding Dietary Fats and Food Labels

Why Protein Matters: Animal vs Plant Protein Explained

How Much Water Should You Really Drink? Hydration Myths and Facts

Canada's Food Guide Explained

Nutrition Myths & Trending Topics

Breaking down headlines, misconceptions, food fears and controversial nutrition claims.

Forever Chemicals (PFAS)

Margarine vs Butter

How to Manage Food Pesticides in a Pricey World

Are Microwaved Foods Safe?

Seed Oils vs Saturated Fats

Are Fast-Food Veggie Burgers Really Healthy?

The Health Risks of Ultra-Processed Foods

Bone Broth Breakdown

Collagen Craze: What It Is and Whether Supplements Are Worth It

The Truth About Sodium and Your Health

Top Food Trends of 2024: What Stayed and What Was Overhyped

Are Carbs Bad?

Is Alcohol Bad for You? Latest Canadian and WHO Guidelines Explained

Is Ghee Healthy? The Truth About Ghee, Saturated Fat and Oil-Free Cooking

Exploring the Latest Food Trends: Plant-Based Innovations and Market Shifts

Exploring Human Evolution: Were We Hunters, Gatherers or Both?

Should You Quit Dairy? The Truth About Milk, Hormones and Healths

Foods, Ingredients & Superfoods

From chia seeds and cacao to coffee and tea, we separate nutrition facts from food hype and explore what the science actually says about the foods on your plate.

The Science of Coffee (with Jenna Goodhand and Tomas Dobranski)

Chia vs Flax vs Hemp: The Super‑Seed Showdown!

The Nutrition of Chocolate (with María Mancini Cenobio)

Unlocking the Magic of Cacao, From Bean to Chocolate Elixir (with María Mancini Cenobio)

What Is Nutritional Yeast? Health Benefits, B12 and Umami Flavour

The Nutrition of Tea: Cognitive Benefits, Antioxidants and Chronic Disease Prevention

Should You Drink Tea When You're Sick? Exploring Herbal Remedies and Immune Support

What Are Phytonutrients? Benefits of Plant Compounds for Health and Disease Prevention

Plant-Based Milk Alternatives: Nutritional Benefits and Environmental Impact

Nutrition That Fits Real Life

Practical nutrition for busy humans: meal timing, habit change, pantry organization, dining out and making healthier choices without overcomplicating life.

Unlocking the Power of Chronobiology: Why When You Eat Matters More Than You Think

The Truth About Fasting: How Meal Timing Impacts Health, Sleep and Aging

Essential Kitchen Tools for Beginners: Knives, Air Fryers and More

Allergy Nutrition Tips

How to Eat Healthy at Restaurants: Smart Dining Out Tips

Tips and Tactics for Changing Eating Habits: Sustainable Nutrition Strategies

Recipes

Easy, healthy recipes, kitchen confidence and proof that healthy food doesn't have to be boring.

Gazpacho Recipes War: Tomato Vibes vs Pea Power

Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe and the Power of Cruciferous Veggies

Plant-Based Mexican Chocolate Cake Recipe

Vegan Caesar Dressing Recipe and Plant-Based Summer Salad Tips

The Noobs Lounge

Lifestyle, adventures and all the stuff that didn't quite fit into a nutrition category.

Sunscreen Myths, Skin Cancer Risks and Safe Sun Exposure: What the Science Really Says

Celebrating 50 Episodes! Behind-the-Scenes Bloopers and Outtakes

Redefining Comfort Food at Ronald McDonald House (with Chef Kim Sutherland)

The Myth of Chocolate Ceremonies (with María Mancini Cenobio)

Post-Hiatus Comeback and What’s New in Healthy Eating

Michelle’s Bali Adventure: Yoga, Food and Travel Insights

Pleased to Meet Us! A Fun Deep Dive into Nutritional Myths and Foundations