Delve into the fascinating world of lab-grown meat in our latest episode. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast, an eco-warrior or simply like food tech, this episode sheds light on the potential of cell cultivated meat and the current stage of the industry. In this episode you’ll hear: 3:00 – What is cellular food and cultivated meat? Is it even meat? 5:00 – Is lab-grown meat the same as cell cultivated meat? 5:40 – What are the environmental benefits of cell cultivated meat? 9:45 – When will lab-grown meat be available? 12:20 – Where are we at now with cellular meat? 13:35 – When will cell cultivated meat be available in your local supermarket? 14:20 – Regulation of the cell cultivated meat industry 14:45 – 10 year forecast Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. Save 25% with discount code AFN25 https://prolonlife.com/products/gofast?rfsn=7478581.2d3e0c6&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=7478581.2d3e0c6 until December 31/23. If you use the link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Credits Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann As referenced in the episode: https://www.caromeats.com/ Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter https://alternativefoodnetwork.com/subscribe/. To help us get to know you, kindly take 30 seconds to fill out this https://forms.gle/QL1EV2ys5mWpB56L7 from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.

Times have changed since the unsophisticated beginnings of plant-based cuisine. Are you ready to discover the culinary innovations and techniques that have transformed plant-based dishes into gastronomic masterpieces? Whether you’re a foodie eager to understand the nuances of modern plant-based cuisine or you want to elevate your own cooking, this episode with renowned Chef Matthew Ravenscroft is a feast for your ears. In this episode you’ll hear: 1:30 – Chef Matthew’s plant-based background 3:30 – The evolution of plant-based eating 6:40 – Chef Matthew’s approach to gourmet plant-based dishes 11:40 – How you can elevate your plant-based food 14:00 – Understanding the best method to cook your vegetable 15:30 – Using Google to research your vegetable 16:30 – Trending ingredients and pairings in the veggie world 19:00 – Cooking with beans 21:00 – How can tahini be replaced in a recipe? 24:00 – Chef Matthew’s vision for plant-based cuisine Credits Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 https://prolonlife.com/products/gofast?rfsn=7478581.2d3e0c6&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=7478581.2d3e0c6. If you use the link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. As referenced in the episode: https://thedirtyraven.com/ Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter https://alternativefoodnetwork.com/subscribe/. To help us get to know you, kindly take 15 seconds to fill out this https://forms.gle/QL1EV2ys5mWpB56L7 from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.

If you’ve ever been a hospital patient, chances are you weren’t impressed with the food. In this episode, we delve into New York City’s ground-breaking ‘Plant-Based by Default’ initiative with the Executive Director of New York City’s Mayor’s Office of Food Policy, Kate MacKenzie, the Executive Director of the Better Food Foundation, Jennifer Channin and Sodexo Client Executive at NYC Health + Hospitals, Samantha Morgenstern. Discover how this bustling city’s healthcare system is leading the charge in promoting healthier, environmentally conscious menus for its patients. Whether you work in healthcare, in government or you’re a citizen who simply wants to see better food in hospitals, this episode is a must-listen! Recorded August 2023. In this episode you’ll hear: 3:25 – The impetus to get plant-based meals offered in New York City hospitals. 4:50 – What levels of government were involved in the plant forward initiative? 6:40 – The use of plant-based defaults in healthcare. 8:10 – How did the food initiative begin? 11:00 – What types of meals are being offered in NYC public hospitals? 14:30 – How many cities are making plant-based meals the default menu in hospitals? 15:20 – Do patients continue to eat plant-based after they leave the hospital? 16:15 – How many patients choose the plant-based menu? 17:50 – Tools provided to patients to support plant-based eating including a cookbook! 19:00 – Day-to-day operation of the plant-based by default program. 21:10 – Is plant-based a healthcare trend? 23:40 – Did the hospital food costs decrease? 25:15 – Recommendations on how to adopt a plant-based by default initiative. Credits Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 https://prolonlife.com?rfsn=7478581.2d3e0c6. If you use the link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter https://alternativefoodnetwork.com/subscribe/. To help us get to know you, kindly take 30 seconds to fill out this https://forms.gle/QL1EV2ys5mWpB56L7 from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.

Unlock the world of functional smoothies with Chelsie Hodge, the dynamic Founder and CEO of Blender Bites. In this episode, we chat about the health benefits and the ingredients that make these smoothies more than just a tasty treat. Whether you're a smoothie enthusiast or just getting started, Chelsie's expertise on superfoods, adaptogens, and the magic of blending will inspire you to level up your nutrition game. In this episode you’ll hear: 3:15 – Blender Bites presence in the U.S. 4:15 – About functional beverages 5:25 – Chelsie’s background 7:40 – Is it better to eat your nutrients than to drink them? 9:15 – Blender Bites new caffeinated Frappés 12:25 – Sugar comparison 15:30 – What new products are in the pipeline? 16:10 – Blender Bites Partnership with Julianne Hough Credits: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 https://prolonlife.com?rfsn=7478581.2d3e0c6. If you use the link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. As referenced in the episode: Blender Bites: https://blenderbites.com/ Subscribe to Alternative Food Network’s newsletter https://alternativefoodnetwork.com/subscribe/. To help us get to know you, kindly take 30 seconds to fill out this https://forms.gle/QL1EV2ys5mWpB56L7 from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.

Fasting diets are all the rage. But what does fasting have to do with longevity, and what are the optimal times to eat? In this episode, Dr. Joseph Anton, CEO of L-Nutra, breaks down the science behind how our bodies react to periods of fasting and its potential health and longevity benefits. Don’t miss Dr. Antoun’s evidence-based recommendations on the best time to eat and how to incorporate fasting strategies into your routine for weight loss and longevity. In this episode you’ll hear: 1:45 – Difference between intermittent fasting and prolonged fasting 3:45 – Autophagy and the impact of fasting on cellular health 4:50 – 12-16 hour fast for weight loss 6:30 – Fasting mimicking nutrition and physiological fasting for longevity 11:00 – What happens when you don’t eat breakfast? 12:00 – Clinical trials on fasting mimicking diet 12:50 – Circadian fasting explained 14:25 – What happens in your body when you eat late at night? 15:25 – Help for the late-night snacker 18:30 – Who should not fast? 22:00 – What type of fasting and how often for women in perimenopause & menopause? 24:00 – Dr. Antoun’s warning about Ozempic® and Wegovy® 26:05 – What type of fasting and how often for a middle-aged male? 27:40 – Importance of circadian fasting 29:00 – Is fasting a fad? References: - If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Save 15% on prolon® with discount code AFN15 https://prolonlife.com?rfsn=7478581.2d3e0c6. - The Longevity Diet https://www.valterlongo.com/the-longevity-diet/ Credits: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann To help us get to know you, kindly take 30 seconds to fill out this https://forms.gle/QL1EV2ys5mWpB56L7 from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.

Do you want to give your skin back its healthy glow? Discover how Ayurveda can nourish not just your body, but also your skin. Guest Lisa Mattam, the dynamic founder of the evidence-based natural skincare line Sahajan, shares the science behind her skincare line that bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern efficacy. In this episode you’ll hear: 5:00 - What is Ayurveda? 7:35 - What is Ayurvedic skincare? 8:30 - Hyperpigmentation 9:45 - Ayurvedic skincare ingredients 12:45 - “Like dissolves like” – How cleansing oils clean your face, including SPF and pollution. 16:30 - Benefits of face serums 17:15 - Lisa’s skincare routine 21:30 - Why Lisa started an Ayurvedic skincare line? 27:00 - Ayurvedic skincare for psoriasis, eczema, fine lines & hair loss 35:30 - Discount code 36:55 - Smell profile of Sahajan products If you use the following links, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 https://prolonlife.com?rfsn=7478581.2d3e0c6. As referenced in this episode: - Sahajan discount code: Save 15% with code AFN15 https://www.sahajan.com/alternativefoodnetwork. - https://apple.co/3rKLhQh podcast episode Credits: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann To help us get to know you, kindly take 30 seconds to fill out this https://forms.gle/QL1EV2ys5mWpB56L7 from the Producer of Plant-Based Diet.

Whether you’re vegan, lactose intolerant or simply curious about plant-based milks and their ingredients, this episode is for you. To help us take a closer look at milk substitutes, Esther is joined by the CEO of MALK Organics, Jason Bronstad. In this episode you’ll hear: 3:10 - How Jason Bronstad changed and improved his eating habits 5:30 - Ingredients in some plant-based milks including gums, oils and fillers 10:15 - Why MALK Organics chose to produce oat and almond milk 12:30 - What’s the difference between refrigerated and tetra pak plant-based milks? 16:00 - Should people switch their plant-based milks periodically? 18:50 - Food sensitivity testing 22:30 - What is the #turnitaround campaign? 24:30 - Value, mainstream vs. premium products Thank you to our sponsor prolon®. If you use the following link, Alternative Food Network may receive a small commission from your purchase. Save 15% with discount code AFN15 here: https://prolonlife.com/?rfsn=7478581.2d3e0c6 As referenced in this episode: MALK Organics:https://malkorganics.com/ CREDITS: Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

What does the future of food look like to you? We asked a variety of food industry experts at a live event to share their predictions of what the future of food might look like. In this short montage episode, hear their predictions on everything from sustainability and food security to fusion flavour trends. Credits Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording & Editing: Aidan Robson

Want to give your health a boost? In this episode, we speak with Catharine Arnston, CEO of Energybits, about the science behind algae and how it can benefit our mitochondria and women’s health. From cancer protection to better sleep and increased energy, Catharine shares her insights on the power of algae to help reach optimal health. In this episode you’ll hear: 1:50 – Nutritional and healing benefits of algae 3:00 – Macroalgae v. microalgae 4:25 – The difference between spirulina and chlorella 6:35 – Short and long term benefits of spirulina 10:55 – Benefits of chlorella 12:00 – Chlorella for sleep 12:50 – What happens to our mitochondria as we age? 20:00 – Phycocyanin in spirulina for cancer therapy & Alzheimer’s disease 24:00 – Chlorella to pull out toxins 24:50 – Chlorella for osteoporosis & vitamin K2 27:15 – Chlorella for gut health 30:40 – Is there anyone who shouldn’t take spirulina or chlorella? 33:00 – Doing CrossFit at 86 34:30 – Discount code References - If you want to give algae a try, you can visit the https://www.energybits.com/ website at https://energybits.com/. Use discount code AFN for 20% off your order! Note: Alternative Food Network gets a commission if you decide to make a purchase using discount code AFN. - Doctors+ podcast, Episode 10: https://alternativefoodnetwork.com/doctors-plus/ - Plant-Based Diet, Episode 5: https://alternativefoodnetwork.com/plant-based-diet/episode-5-algae-the-food-of-the-future/ Credits Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording & Editing: Will Crann

Chef Alicia Jenish-Mc Carron of the LinkedIn San Francisco office and Katie Cantrell, CEO of Greener By Default, are two passionate plant-based advocates who share fascinating information about the pilot plant-based program they implemented at the LinkedIn office. Hear how the pilot was received, the delicious plant-based dishes that Chef Alicia creates on-site and what the office has on their menu these days, post pilot. Plus, get tips on how you can make a difference in your own workplace and create a more sustainable and healthier environment. Don't miss this inspiring episode! In this episode you’ll hear: 3:00 – Mission of Greener By Default 4:00 – The LinkedIn-Greener By Default pilot plant-based program 6:30 – The response to the pilot at the LinkedIn San Francisco office 12:10 – Reasons to consider plant-based as the default menu in a corporate setting 13:05 – Greener By Default’s work with New York City public hospitals 13:45 – What Chef Alicia considers when planning menus for LinkedIn San Francisco 15:00 – How is the budget affected with this type of program? 16:20 – Plant-based milks that Chef Alicia makes on-site 18:45 – Did the pilot work: What’s on the menu today at LinkedIn San Francisco? 19:40 – Types of Greener By Default clients 23:45 – Got questions for Chef Alicia? 25:30 – What else Chef Alicia makes in-house As referenced in this episode: - Greener by default website: https://www.greenerbydefault.com/ - Subscribe to https://apple.co/3EPaPjF on Apple Podcasts CREDITS: Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann