Eat Meat Sparingly: a Word of Wisdom Podcast
As a mother of six children, including twin baby boys, Ali found herself rushing to the emergency room with her 37 year old husband who had just suffered a stroke. After multiple tests, doctors found no clear answers and encouraged their family to eat a heart healthy diet by avoiding saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol and to eat more fiber. Ali dived deep into the research and found that eating a plant-predominant diet would not only decrease her husband’s risk of stroke, but also decrease ALL types of chronic disease. She realized that the answer was in the Word of Wi...
If I Had High Cholesterol, Here's Exactly What I Would Do
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If your cholesterol is creeping up, where should you start? In this episode, I share the exact evidence-based strategies I would use to lower my LDL naturally.
We discuss:
• The Portfolio Diet and why it is one of the most powerful eating patterns for lowering cholesterol
• The best plant protein swaps, including beans, tofu, soy milk, and tempeh
• How soluble fiber from beans, oats, barley, and psyllium helps lower LDL
• Why nuts, seeds, and plant sterols deserve a place...
I asked Dr. Greger Controversial Questions I Really Wanted Answered
Interviewing Dr. Michael Greger has been on my bucket list for years. His book How Not to Die changed the way I think about food and health, so sitting down with him for this conversation was a true honor. In this interview, we discuss:
• What Dr. Greger actually eats while traveling
• The truth about protein and strength training
• What "eat meat sparingly" really means
• The best foods for longevity
• High cholesterol on a plant-based diet
• Osteoporosis and calcium without dairy
• Fiber, gut health, and beans
• Tips f...
The GLP-1 Mistakes Almost Everyone Makes
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Jenedy Paige on Faith, Art, Grief, and Becoming an American Ninja Warrior
Ali interviews Jenedy Paige, a professional oil painter and American Ninja Warrior athlete, about how her path unfolded through faith, hard work, and consistency. Jenedy explains she discovered art senior year after moving to Colorado, where an art teacher taught her to communicate emotion; she then studied at BYU-Idaho, worked intensely to catch up, and kept painting. She describes starting Ninja at 34 after indoor bouldering sparked her interest, feeling prompted to apply to American Ninja Warrior, training with teens, and competing each season since 2019 (with 2020 canceled due to COVID). Jenedy shares how losing her son reshaped her life, with...
The Obstacle Is the Way: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
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The host recaps the annual PlantWhys Retreat, where about 25 women attended workshops and workouts, and invites listeners to access the event recordings via a link. She shares “cliff notes” from her presentation, “The Obstacle Is the Way,” inspired by Ryan Holiday and stoicism, discussing why change is hard (citing the book Change or Die) and how obstacles can build character. Using Marcus Aurelius’s life and Meditations, she emphasizes controlling one’s response rath...
Protect Your Brain: The MIND Diet and Alzheimer’s Prevention
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Ali Essig reflects on her grandmother’s difficult Alzheimer’s decline and, after DNA testing revealed she carries the APOE4 gene and researching brain health following her husband’s stroke, looks for practical ways to reduce risk without being a “perfect” vegan. She explains th...
When Healthy Eating Becomes Unhealthy with Therapist Amy Harman
Podcast host Ali Essig interviews licensed marriage and family therapist and certified eating disorder specialist Amy Harman, who has 20 years’ experience treating eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, and depression (primarily teens and their parents). They discuss orthorexia as a rigid, health-fixated pattern that disrupts life and can fit within anorexia, and how practices like calorie/weight tracking, extreme exercise, and bodybuilding can become “slippery slopes” when they drive obsession, restriction, and impaired functioning. Harmon contrasts flexible routines with disordered responses (rumination, compensatory restriction, exercising when sick or against medical advice), emphasizes balancing physical and mental health, and highlights intuit...
Perimenopause and Menopause Doesn't Have to Suck
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The 7 Things I’d Do Today for Better Skin (No Botox Needed)
How to “feed” skin to reduce fine lines and wrinkles through nutrition, gut health, sun protection, and a simple topical routine.
Helpful foods include antioxidant-rich plants, dark chocolate (70%+ cacao), healthy fats (nuts, seeds, oils, omega-3s), selenium (Brazil nuts), and zinc. She outlines a practical routine: PM cleanse (ideally double), retinol, moisturizer/oil; AM water rinse, vitamin C/E, moisturizer, and daily broad-spectrum sunscreen (preferably with zinc).
00:00 Feeding Your Skin 00:26 Botox Reality Check 01:53 Skin Starts Inside 03:36 Gut Skin Connection 06:02 Skin Microbiome Basics 06:59 Sugar Meat Aging 10:35 Dairy Alcohol Nicotine 12:26 Skin Friendly Foods 14:47 Antioxidants Explained 17:26 Plant Targets Fats 1...
How to Fuel Your Young Athlete (Without Sports Drinks or Protein Bars)
If you’ve ever wondered… “Do my kids really need Gatorade, protein bars, or all these sports snacks?!” This episode is your answer. Today, I’m breaking down a simple, realistic nutrition approach for youth athletes—especially for busy moms who want their kids to have steady energy, better performance, and strong, healthy bodies… without overcomplicating everything or relying on processed sports products. Because here’s the truth: 👉 Most young athletes are under-fueled, dehydrated, or relying on the wrong foods 👉 And it’s NOT because you’re doing anything wrong—you’ve just been given confusing advice
00:00 Youth Nutrition Reset 01:17 Bu...
Are ‘Forever Chemicals’ on Your Food? The Truth No One Tells You
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“Forever chemicals” (PFAS) are everywhere right now—from headlines to social media—and it’s leaving a lot of people wondering: 👉 Should I be worried about my fruits and vegetables? 👉 Do I need to buy everything organic? 👉 Is my food even safe anymore? In this episode, I break down the truth about PFAS on produce—without the fear, confusion, or extreme advice. Because here...
Where Should You Start? The Biggest, Easiest Change You Can Make to Reduce Chronic Disease.
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali shares a powerful and practical conversation sparked by a simple question: “If we don’t serve ham for Easter… what do we eat instead?” That question opens the door to a deeper discussion about food, tradition, and what actually impacts our long-term health. Ali breaks down the hierarchy of animal products—what to reduce first, what matters most, and how to make simple, realistic changes without going to extremes. Join the PlantWhys Collective (our membership) if you need more help and support: https://www.plantwhys.com/collective or Checkout PlantWhys on Youtube for...
The Missing Piece in Your Health Routine (It’s Not Food)
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali dives into a topic that often gets overlooked in the plant-based world: exercise—and what actually works. While most people focus on food, the truth is that exercise plays a critical role in long-term health, strength, and longevity. And yet… most of us either overcomplicate it or ignore key pieces altogether. Ali breaks down the current U.S. exercise guidelines in a way that’s simple, realistic, and actually doable—no extremes required.
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The 5 Things You Must Learn Before Weight Loss Finally Clicks
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In this episode, Ali shares why weight loss is about so much more than calories, willpower, or “trying harder.” She talks about the surprising power of potatoes and beans for fullness, the lessons she sees women learning on their weight-loss journeys, and the 5 A’s framework that can help you stop starting over. This episode blends practical plant-based tips with mindset and spiritual insight to help you approach change with more compassion and clarity.
Why You Know What To Do… But Still Don’t Do It
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Host Ali Essig promotes the Plant Wise “Healthy Habits Made Simple” six-week tracking journal and introduces an episode on why people struggle to act on health knowledge. She explains that most people get stuck between contemplation and action, shares coaching and Pilates examples about actions over words, and recounts Teen Line training emphasizing listening and drawing answers from others rather than telling them what to do. Ali teaches “better questions” by replacing broad “why” questions with specific “how,” “what,” and “who” prompts, and recommends shifting language from “should” to “could” to “I can” and “I can b...
BYU Professor Ben Bickman Said Plant-Based Is Satanic… So I Responded
The host critiques an interview titled “We’re Getting the Word of Wisdom Wrong” featuring BYU metabolic scientist Dr. Benjamin Bikman, arguing he has a predetermined anti-carb, pro-animal-protein agenda and selectively uses evidence and scripture. They dispute his claimed role in shaping U.S. dietary guidelines, emphasizing modern randomized trials and drug data supporting LDL as causal in atherosclerosis and showing saturated fat raises LDL, while refined carbs also harm metabolic health. The host defends Mediterranean and high-fiber, whole-food plant-based patterns as improving insulin resistance while lowering LDL, and challenges Bikman’s dismissal of fiber and plant protein. They rebut hi...
3 Game-Changing Shifts You Need to Make If You've Been Eating Plant-Based But Aren't Losing Weight
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In a workshop for women eating plant-based without desired weight loss, the speaker explains that plant-based works but progress may stall without three shifts: addressing stress and emotions with self-compassion and completing the stress cycle (movement, breathing, and positive social interaction), following a strategic strength-training plan with progressive overload plus adequate rest and sleep, and eating adequate protein while taking a moderate, nuanced approach to sugar and fat. She shares her...
You Don't Need to Lose Weight Fast. You Need THIS.
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00:00 Welcome + PlantWhys Membership: What’s Coming in March & April 00:17 March Focus: Emotional Eating, Embodiment & Letting Feelings Pass 01:32 April Focus: Strength Training Basics (Progressive Overload for Real People) 02:46 How to Join + What You Get Inside the Membership (Calls, Cooking, Community) 03:38 Episode Theme: Consistency Beats Fast Weight Loss 04:19 Weight Loss Shots & Surgery: Don’t Skip the Inner Work 06:10 Why Consistency Feels ‘Boring’—And How It Changes Your Identity 07:32 The Long-Game Habits: Veggies First, Protein, Beans, Movement & Core Repair...
The Messy Middle: Why You Want to Quit (And Why You Shouldn’t)
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In this episode, the host shares her recent experiences of moving to a new home and the emotional, physical, and mental challenges that accompany such a transition. She highlights the upcoming Plant Wise Retreat, a women's only event focused on plant-based recipes and overall wellness. She draws parallels between moving and transitioning to a plant-based diet, emphasizing planning for opposition and accepting the 'messy middle.' The episode offers practical advice, personal anecdotes, and encouragement for those undergoing any significant life changes. 00:00 Introduction to the Plant Wise R...
She Lost Two Children. The First Loss Destroyed Her Health. The Second Transformed It. Here’s Why.
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, host Ali Essig welcomes Amanda Wilkinson, who shares her deeply personal and transformative journey through grief following the loss of her two children. Amanda discusses how she coped with her profound losses, initially using food as a coping mechanism, which led to negative health spirals. Learning from her experiences, she shares how shifting to a whole food diet and rigorous self-care routine, including weightlifting and proper nutrition, empowered her to improve her physical and mental health. Amanda emphasizes the importance of self-nurturing and offers practical advice on staying consistent with healthy habits...
This Is What Actually Gives You Energy (No One Explains This)
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Ali demystifies mitochondria, commonly known as the powerhouse of the cell. The episode discusses the importance of mitochondria for overall health, including their role in energy production, metabolic function, and disease resistance. Contrary to popular biohacking trends like fasting and cold exposure, the host emphasizes the role of nourishing mitochondria with polyphenol-rich foods found in a plant-based diet. Key insights include the benefits of soybeans, dark chocolate, red grapes, beets, and leafy greens for mitochondrial health. The episode concludes with practical ad...
I Was Shocked by What the Bible Says About Eating Plants and Meat
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In this episode of the 'Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom' podcast, host Ali Essig delves into the Bible's perspective on plant-based eating versus meat consumption. Essig explains that while the Bible does not command vegetarianism or condemn responsible meat consumption, it strongly supports a plant-forward diet as God's original design. Drawing upon various biblical passages—including Genesis, Proverbs, and the teachings of Jesus—Essig emphasizes that reducing meat c...
How We Actually Make Plant-Based Eating Doable with a Big Family
In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom Podcast', host Ali Essig is joined by her friend Elle and her sister-in-law Alyse to discuss plant-based eating. They explore various aspects of transitioning to a plant-based diet, focusing on the 90/10 approach rather than a strict all-or-nothing mindset. The conversation covers practical tips for managing family meals, handling social eating situations, and addressing common concerns such as variety, satiety, and cost. The episode aims to make plant-based eating more approachable and emphasizes the health benefits of incorporating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Ali and Elise share their e...
The One-Can Diet: The Simplest Health Reset That Actually Works
In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom' podcast, host Ali Essig shares a transformative dietary tip inspired by her friend Laura's journey towards healthier eating. Ali emphasizes the surprisingly simple yet effective health benefits of adding a can of beans to your daily diet. She discusses how beans aid weight loss, improve digestion, lower LDL cholesterol, and regulate blood sugar. Ali offers practical advice on integrating beans into your meals, managing digestive adjustments, and maintaining consistency. By demonstrating how beans can replace unhealthy options without stringent dietary restrictions, Ali positions this one small change as...
Hormones, Protein, Stress Oh My! What the Wellness Industry Isn't Telling You to Feel Like You Again
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In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom podcast,' host Ali Essig shares insights from her transformative workshop titled 'Hormones, Protein, Stress—Oh My!'. Ali discusses the importance of balancing hormones, consuming adequate protein, and managing stress to improve overall well-being. Using a detailed story of her friend Laura’s struggles, Ali highlights how conventional wellness advice can be overly complex and proposes simpler, more effective plant-based solutions. She also introduces the Plant Wise Collective membe...
Aligning Energy and Nutrition: Insights from Carolyn Cooper
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly - A Word of Wisdom podcast, host Ali Esig interviews Carolyn Cooper, founder of the Simply Align Method. They discuss Carolyn's journey to a plant-based lifestyle, including influences from her youth and key readings like John Robbins' 'Diet for a New America.' Carolyn also shares insights into how eating healthier enhances intuition and addresses mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. They delve into energy work, discussing its benefits and practical applications in overcoming subconscious blocks related to diet, health, and personal goals. Carolyn emphasizes the importance of clearing energetic and emotional baggage...
The Importance of Self-Compassion During the Holidays
In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly,' host Ali Essig discusses the upcoming Plant Wise Jumpstart program, starting in January, which focuses on eating more plants and maintaining a balanced mindset. Ali shares insights from her recent family trip to Puerto Rico, highlighting the challenges and strategies of maintaining a plant-based diet while traveling. The core theme centers around self-compassion and gratitude, stressing the importance of how we talk to our bodies, especially during the holiday season. Drawing on the 1970s rabbit study and principles of psychoneuroimmunology, Ali emphasizes the need to replace self-criticism with gratitude to improve...
He Thought He Was Healthy--Then He Had a Stoke (My husband's side of the story)
In this special episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom' podcast, host Ali Esig is joined by her husband Lincoln, as they celebrate a vacation in Puerto Rico. Lincoln candidly shares his personal account of experiencing a stroke at age 37, the subsequent medical confusion, and his journey to recovery. The episode delves into their transformative shift towards a plant-based diet, Lincoln's initial health struggles, and the substantial positive changes he experienced. Ali and Lincoln offer valuable insights and practical advice for individuals, especially men, who may be reluctant to adopt a plant-based lifestyle. The episode underscores the...
The Spirituality of Food: How What We Eat Affects Our Mind, Body, and Soul
In this episode, we delve into the profound connection between food and spirituality.. Ali explores the spiritual significance of food in religious contexts, particularly focusing on examples from Christian scriptures. Discussions about how food choices, such as plant-based diets versus meat consumption, impact our spiritual sensitivity, emotional well-being, and physical health are highlighted. The host emphasizes the importance of mindful eating, gratitude, and the potential spiritual benefits of consuming less meat and more plant-based foods. Practical advice on mitigating health risks from meat consumption is also provided, alongside an invitation to approach food with compassion and reduced judgment towards o...
How to Enjoy Holiday Food and Still Lose Weight: Your Healthy Holiday Blueprint
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In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali Essig shares insights from a workshop she conducted on avoiding holiday weight gain. Ali delves into mindful eating, the importance of behavioral changes for lasting results, and provides three essential shifts to ensure a healthier holiday season. Key topics include enjoying treats without overeating, feeling good in December through proper sleep and nutrition, and a survival plan for travel and parties. Ali also introduces the benefits of the PlantWhys program, offering a special Black Friday deal for lifetime a...
The ONE Habit That Builds More Muscle Than Protein (Nobody Talks About This!)
In this powerhouse episode, Ali breaks down exactly what it takes to transition to a plant-based lifestyle, build real strength, and finally see results that last. This is NOT another “eat more protein” lecture — it’s the honest truth about what’s actually holding most women back from losing weight, building muscle, and feeling strong in their bodies.
Ali shares:
The dream that sparked her mission to help others transition to plant-based eating
Why perfectionism keeps women stuck
What the 90/10 Word of Wisdom–aligned approach really looks like
Why building mus...
The PCOS Blueprint: The 30/30/30 Plant-Based Method that will Significantly Improve Your Symptoms
In today’s episode, Ali breaks down PCOS in a simple, faith-aligned, science-backed way. You’ll learn what PCOS actually is, why it’s so strongly connected to insulin resistance, and how a whole food, plant-based lifestyle can dramatically improve symptoms like irregular periods, fatigue, acne, weight gain, and inflammation.
Ali explains:
Why saturated fat is a major root cause of insulin resistance
Why low-carb diets help short-term but harm your long-term health
The 30/30/30 Rule for PCOS (fat, sugar, fiber)
What foods help balance hormones naturally
Why stress...
This Should Be Standard Care for Neuropathy & Kidney Failure… But It Isn’t
Neuropathy and kidney failure are usually managed, not healed—often with medications, side effects, and a gradual decline. In this episode, Ali explains what actually drives nerve and kidney damage and shares a powerful case study of Kerry, a long-time type 2 diabetic who saw improvements by day four on a plant-centered diet. Learn how a Word of Wisdom–aligned approach can support the body in ways standard care often misses.
What You’ll Learn
• What neuropathy and kidney failure are and why symptom meds don’t address the root
• Why saturated fat (not just carbs) plays a majo...
The TRUTH About Eggs: Are They a Superfood or Silent Risk?
Are eggs actually healthy — or are we just cracking open old myths?
🥚 In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig dives deep into one of the most debated foods on the planet. You’ll discover what the latest science really says about cholesterol, hormones, heart disease, and cancer risk — plus who should probably skip eggs altogether (hint: it’s one-third of us 👀). Ali breaks it all down through the lens of faith, health, and compassion — including the ethical side of egg production that few people talk about.
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The Breast Cancer Truth No One’s Talking About 💗 (And What You Can Actually Do)
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — but awareness is only half the story.
In this episode, Ali Essig (plant-based nutritionist and Pilates instructor) shares what most people are not talking about: breast cancer prevention. You’ll learn what science shows about food, hormones, stress, and emotional health — and how simple, everyday habits can radically lower your risk.
Ali also opens up about her own health journey, the changes she’s made since going plant-based, and why she now believes that “an ounce of prevention is worth a lifetime of peace.”
You’ll discover:
🌱 Why earl...
The Hidden Truth About Cheese That’s Wrecking Women’s Hormones 😳
In this eye-opening episode, Ali uncovers what’s really hiding behind our favorite comfort food—cheese. From the day her husband suffered a stroke to the moment she realized how dairy affects our hormones, this story is part personal transformation and part health revelation.
You’ll learn why cheese is the #1 source of saturated fat in the American diet, how it influences your hormones, cancer risk, and menopause symptoms, and the science-backed reasons why swapping cheese for plants can dramatically change your health.
In This Episode You’ll Learn
🧀 Why cheese feels so addictive...
I Did a Triathlon (Even Though I Couldn’t Swim 😅)
In this inspiring episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig opens up about her first triathlon experience — from not knowing how to swim to crossing the finish line with confidence.
She shares what it really takes to push past fear, self-doubt, and the sneaky ways we self-sabotage when chasing big goals. Through personal stories and faith-based reflection, Ali explores how adopting a growth mindset and leaning on others for help can transform your progress — in fitness, health, and life.
You’ll also learn about powerful therapeutic tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therap...
The Hidden Layer of the Word of Wisdom No One Talks About
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In this heartfelt episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig opens up about the phone call that changed her family’s life forever — the day her 37-year-old husband suffered a stroke.
As a mother of six, Ali shares what it was like to face uncertainty, fear, and grief — and how that experience became the turning point that transformed not just her husband’s health...
Understanding Wisdom and Heavenly Mother in the Word of Wisdom
In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast,' host Ali Essig welcomes special guests Sherry and Victor from MotherInHeaven.com. The discussion revolves around Ali's upcoming speech at Restore, focusing on the deeper meanings of the Word of Wisdom and the connection to Heavenly Mother. Sherry and Victor share their journey of discovering Heavenly Mother through scripture and research over the past decade. They delve into various scriptural references and ancient texts that highlight Heavenly Mother's role, wisdom, and symbolism, including the Tree of Life and healing. They emphasize the importance of recognizing Heavenly...
The Environmental Impact of Factory Farming: Fact vs Fiction
Episode: Factory Farming & the Environment—Why Your Food Choices Matter
Summary:
Ali unpacks how modern factory farming (CAFOs) impacts greenhouse gases, deforestation, soil health, water use, and nutrient pollution—and why simply eating meat more sparingly can create outsized environmental benefits. This isn’t politics; it’s cause-and-effect. You’ll leave with practical, doable swaps that reduce your personal water footprint and support a healthier planet.
What you’ll learn
What “factory farming/CAFOs” actually means (not your neighbor’s small farm)
Why demand for meat has skyrocketed since the 1950s—and why that mat...
