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*SOUND NOTE: We apologize for the slight echo that can be heard from 1:10 to 4:30. It DOES go away, but we understand if you’d like to skip ahead to 4:30 to get past it. Welcome BACK to the Peas of Mind Podcast! It's been a while, and a lot has happened since we've been away. From our own personal life changes to a global pandemic, it's been quite a year. What hasn’t changed is our passion for plant-based foods and cooking. Since most of us have been at home, we figured now would be as good a time as ever to pop into your feeds with a bit of joyful distraction, inspiration, and veg-cooking motivation! In this episode, we talk about what we've been up to amid the pandemic, how our cooking habits have (or haven't) changed, new recipes we've tried, and staples we're sticking with as we try to avoid all cooking stresses in an already insanely stressful time. If you’re looking to mix it up while you’re staying safe at home, here are some of the recipes we mentioned in the show: Vegan lemon Ricotta pasta: https://frommybowl.com/vegan-lemon-ricotta-pasta/ Chickpea chocolate chip cookies: https://frommybowl.com/chickpea-chocolate-chip-cookies/ Chickpea salad sandwich: https://minimalistbaker.com/chickpea-sunflower-sandwich/ Coconut lime rice with red beans and mango (original source: Thug Kitchen): https://www.bigoven.com/recipe/thug-kitchen-coconut-lime-rice-with-red-beans-and-mango/2214757 Southwestern-style quinoa salad: https://tasty.co/recipe/southwestern-style-quinoa-salad Roasted eggplant curry: https://tasty.co/recipe/roasted-eggplant-curry Peanut butter oat balls: https://www.purplecarrot.com/plant-based-recipes/peanut-butter-banana-oat-balls-with-chocolate-chips Vegan cornbread: https://food52.com/recipes/31697-no-fuss-vegan-cornbread Have your cooking habits changed at all amid this pandemic? We’d love to hear about your experience. Email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com or tweet/DM us @peasofmindpod on Twitter or Instagram. Thanks so much for listening. If you’re enjoying our show, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts. It helps fellow vegetarians, vegans, and the veg-curious find the show. Thanks to Milan Gary for our cover art (www.milangary.com) and Bensound for our royalty-free intro song “Clear Day” (www.bensound.com).

US dietary guidelines have changed dramatically over the last 100+ years. What can these changes tell us about the US’s ever-changing economy and culture? In this episode, we’re continuing our review nutrition guidelines by taking it back to their humble beginnings. From color wheels, to pyramids, to pie charts INSIDE of pyramids, it’s been a bumpy ride to make it to today’s dietary recommendations. Wondering what the US dietary guidelines look like today? Check out part 1 of “From Pyramids to Plates.” Got a question, topic suggestion, or just want to say hi? Reach out to us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com, or DM us on Twitter or Instagram @peasofmindpod. And if you’re enjoying our show, let us know! Leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts. Resources: A brief history of USDA food guidelines: https://www.choosemyplate.gov/brief-history-usda-food-guides Changes in dietary recommendations over time: https://www.ers.usda.gov/webdocs/publications/42215/5831_aib750b_1_.pdf More on MyPlate: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MyPlate

Recently, Canada made headlines for some landmark plant-based changes in its dietary recommendations. We were curious how these nutrition recommendations compared to the United States' current dietary guidelines. In this episode, we’re highlighting some of the major differences and speculating how new plant-based research might reshape the US’s dietary recommendations in 2020. Old enough to remember the food guide pyramid? Then you’ll want to tune in for part 2 of this episode, where we’ll be breaking down the US’s food and nutrition recommendations (and hilarious visual aids) over time. Got a question, topic suggestion, or just want to say hi? Reach out to us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com, or DM us on Twitter or Instagram @peasofmindpod. And if you’re enjoying our show, let us know! Leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts. Resources: Canadian Guideline Changes https://www.cookinglight.com/news/canada-food-guide-dietary-guidelines-no-meat-dairy-vegan US 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines https://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/ Executive Summary of 2015-2020 US Dietary Guidelines https://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/executive-summary/ Healthy eating patterns according to current US dietary guidelines: https://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/chapter-1/a-closer-look-inside-healthy-eating-patterns/ Plant Proteins https://www.cookinglight.com/nutrition-101/plant-proteins Overview of historical US food guides https://www.choosemyplate.gov/brief-history-usda-food-guides

In the world of health and fitness, powders and supplements options abound. With all of the supplement choices on the market, it can still be difficult to find quality, affordable vegetarian and vegan options. Do you really need these powders and supplements to be healthy? In this episode, we sit down for a Q&A with a personal trainer (hint: she’s been on the show before) to get the details on when you might need supplements, vegetarian and vegan protein powders, and more! Have you tried protein powders or other ergogenic supplements before? We’d love to hear about your experience! Email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com or tweet/DM us @peasofmindpod on Twitter or Instagram. If you are enjoying our show, let us know! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to our show. Disclaimer: Personal trainers are NOT certified to give specific nutrition advice to individuals, THAT INCLUDES SUPPLEMENTS AND PROTEIN POWDERS. Any information in this episode is intended for general informative purposes, not specific nutrition advice. If you are seeking specific advice about whether a powder or supplement is right for you, ask your physician or registered dietitian. Resources: Wescott, Wayne. "Resistance Training: Programming and Progressions." In ACE Personal Trainer Manual, 378-81. 5th ed. American Council on Exercise. Casein and cancer risks: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4166373/ Creatine safety: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/creatine-safety-and-side-effects#kidneys-and-liver For more on vegan protein powders: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/best-vegan-protein-powder#section5

If you’ve been inside a Whole Foods in the last five years, you’ve probably seen items labeled “superfoods.” But what are superfoods, and are they really worth their hefty price tags? In this episode, we break down some of the most popular superfoods and other growing food trends. WE’RE BACK! From holidays to illnesses to job transitions and more, our time away has been a real party. But we’re excited to pick up where we left off. We’ll be giving you the rest of season 3 every two weeks, starting now. If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to our show. If you want to get in touch, you can email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com or tweet/DM us on Twitter and Instagram @peasofmindpod. Resources: For more info on Acai berries: https://nutritionfacts.org/video/The-Antioxidant-Effects-of-Acai-vs-Apples/ https://nutritionfacts.org/2013/08/22/the-science-on-acai-berries/ ...and Goji berries: https://nutritionfacts.org/topics/goji-berries/ Functional mushrooms: https://us.foursigmatic.com/blog/the-benefits-of-mushrooms Activated charcoal: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/activated-charcoal#section1 Amla AKA Indian Gooseberry antioxidant content: https://nutritionfacts.org/video/antioxidant-content-of-3139-foods/ Baruka Nuts: http://www.superlife.com/our-story-2/ Other food trend facts: Coconut oil is actually high in saturated fat (not great!) - https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/coconut-oil The REAL health benefits of apple cider vinegar - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/6-proven-health-benefits-of-apple-cider-vinegar#section8 https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/apple-cider-vinegar-weight-loss#section6 Still want more info? Learn what foods ACTUALLY have the highest antioxidant content... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2841576/ ...And how to get the best antioxidant bang for your buck: https://nutritionfacts.org/video/superfood-bargains-2/

For vegetarians and vegans, holiday celebrations can cause food struggles. With all of the meat-centric holiday meals out there, what can those on a plant-based diet do to survive the holidays at home (or with others)? In this episode, we share some of our past struggles during the holidays and what strategies (and recipes) we’ve adopted to not just survive, but “slay,” the holidays at home.

Cravings - let’s get real, we all have them. From savory chips to sweet treats, unhealthy food cravings can make us feel great in the moment and guilty later. How can vegetarians and vegans balance cravings with a plant-based diet? In this episode, we’re breaking down our top cravings, sharing our favorite plant-based substitutions, and reframing “cheat” food. Peas of Mind is now on Instagram (and still on Twitter) @peasofmindpod. Give us a follow for beautiful pictures, delicious veg recipes, and the latest updates. And check out our blog for bonus content that didn’t make it into the show: https://peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com/ Special thanks to Milan Gary (www.milangary.com) for our beautiful cover art and to Bensound (www.bensound.com) for our royalty-free intro music.

In a world of social media influencers, there is an overabundance of nutrition information out there that is often conflicting and confusing. From Instagram models, to YouTubers, to podcasters, to celebrity doctors, everyone has their own take on what’s healthy. With all of these voices chiming in, finding reliable sources of nutrition information can be difficult. How do we sift through the noise to find out what’s true? In this episode, we discuss how to find quality, scientifically-based nutrition information (and why you shouldn’t just listen to us for your nutrition advice). Resources: Current US nutrition counseling laws by state: http://www.nutritionadvocacy.org/laws-state#71 Nutrition Information Resources MyPlate: https://www.choosemyplate.gov/MyPlate Nutritionfacts.org: https://nutritionfacts.org/ Ginny Messina, RD: http://www.theveganrd.com/ Brenda Davis, RD: http://www.brendadavisrd.com/ UK study about the effects of social media on the health and wellbeing of young people: https://www.rsph.org.uk/about-us/news/instagram-ranked-worst-for-young-people-s-mental-health.html Our Favorite Social Media Influencers: LilyKoi Hawaii: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZkWBYAAMKgcl1eMjCt3jQ Unnatural Vegan: https://www.youtube.com/user/FitOnRaw Thanks so much for listening so far. If you’re enjoying our show, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts. It helps fellow vegetarians, vegans, and the veg-curious find the show. We’ve got some exciting new ways for you to engage with us and the podcast content! Peas of Mind is now on Instagram (and still on Twitter) @peasofmindpod. Give us a follow for beautiful pictures, delicious veg recipes, and the latest updates. And check out our beautiful blog for bonus content that didn’t make it into the show: https://peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com/. Got a show idea or question? Email us your thoughts at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks to Milan Gary for our cover art (www.milangary.com) and Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

This season, we will be digging into topics related to nutrition; but first, we’re backing up a bit. Where did vegetarianism come from? Has it changed over time? Vegetarianism often gets labeled as a recent dietary trend -- but it actually spans back over 5,000 years. The origins of vegetarianism and interest in the practice are broader than you might think, ranging from religion, to rebellion, to health concerns. In this episode, we delve into the history of vegetarianism and discuss common themes across time. Thanks so much for listening so far. If you’re enjoying our show, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts. It helps fellow vegetarians, vegans, and the veg-curious find the show. We’ve got some exciting new ways for you to engage with us and the podcast content! Peas of Mind is now on Instagram (and still on Twitter) @peasofmindpod. Give us a follow for beautiful pictures, delicious veg recipes, and the latest updates. And check out our beautiful blog for bonus content that didn’t make it into the show: https://peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com/. Got a show idea or question? Email us your thoughts at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. Sources: For a very detailed breakdown of the origins and history of vegetarianism, check out The Vegan Option’s #VegHist The Story So Far podcast: http://theveganoption.org/vegetarian-history/ And for a brief overview of vegetarian history, check out the Vegetarian Society’s website: https://www.vegsoc.org/page.aspx?pid=830

Why can it be so uncomfortable to explain and discuss why we are vegetarian or vegan? Often the reasons are motivated by positivity and compassion for ourselves and the world around us, whether its for improving health, reducing animal suffering, or easing environmental impact. Few people would argue against these things -- so what is the underlying cause of the awkward tension or defensiveness that often arises when discussing vegetarianism with those who do not identify as such? We explore Melanie Joy’s theories on carnism and Barbara Ehrenreich’s arguments about our hyped up wellness culture as we work through this question. Ezra Klein’s interview with Melanie Joy: https://art19.com/shows/the-ezra-klein-show/episodes/ac6df580-ac0e-40bd-88df-b2558cfee818 Melanie Joy’s 3 Book Recommendations: https://www.vox.com/2018/6/11/17442558/ezra-klein-show-book-melanie-joy-vegan-vegetarian-carnism-amazon Review of Barbara Eehnreich’s latest book, “Natural Causes”: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/11/books/review/barbara-ehrenreich-natural-causes.html Check out the Reducetarian Foundation! https://reducetarian.org/

So you’re vegetarian, but what about your pet? Can you still be an ethical vegetarian and feed your pets meat? Can dogs or cats thrive on a vegetarian or vegan diet? In this episode, we explore these questions from the lenses of speciesism and biology, and we share our personal conclusions about what we would feed our pets. What do you feed your fur babies? Let us know at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com or tweet us @peasofmindpod. And if you’re enjoying our show, leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to our show. Resources and additional discussion on pets and plant-based diets: Unnatural Vegan, “Can Dogs and Cats Eat a Vegan Diet”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQXzcPt3CT4&t=1636s National Geographic, “Can Dogs and Cats be Vegan? Science Weighs In.”: https://news.nationalgeographic.com/2018/03/can-pets-be-vegan-food-koji-dogs-cats-wild-earth-science/ The New York Times, “The Vegan Dog”: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/06/well/family/the-vegan-dog.html Rover Blog, “The Pros and Cons of a Vegetarian Diet for Dogs”: https://www.rover.com/blog/vegan-vegetarian-dog-food/ Pet Fooled, The Truth About Pet Food: https://truthaboutpetfood.com/pet-fooled/ Thanks to Milan Gary for our cover art (www.milangary.com) and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

For the days when you have something to celebrate or you just Do. Not. Want. To. Cook. Whether it’s dining out, grabbing fast food, or ordering takeout, the vegetarian options only seem to be growing -- but some restaurants are definitely ahead of others. This week, we share our favorite types of vegetarian-friendly cuisine to order out. We also give some HOT tips every vegetarian needs to know for navigating some popular fast food chains - as well as the dreaded seafood and steakhouse restaurants. If you want more tips for eating plant-based at popular fast food and chain restaurants, check out PETA’s list of vegan fast food options: https://www.peta.org/living/food/chain-restaurants/ The McDonald’s French Fry Controversy: https://www.peta.org/about-peta/faq/i-heard-that-some-vegetarians-sued-mcdonalds-for-using-beef-flavoring-in-its-french-fries-who-won/ Find vegan and vegetarian restaurants near you with Happy Cow: https://www.happycow.net/ Thanks to Milan Gary (www.milangary.com) for our cover art and Bensound (www.bensound.com) for our intro music.

Have you ever tried a new recipe that totally failed because of a tiny mistake? Or maybe a big one…Cooking fails happen to the best of us. In this episode, we share some of our personal vegetarian cooking calamities (and our tips for avoiding our unfortunate errors). Do you have any funny cooking fails? We can’t be the only ones, right?? Share your stories with us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com or tweet us @peasofmindpod. And if you enjoyed hearing about our many failures, leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you listen to our show). Looking for more content? Check out our blog at www.peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com Thanks to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com) and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

Can vegetarians be athletes? Where do vegetarians get their protein? Do vegetarians only eat salad? There are a lot of misconceptions about vegetarian and vegan diets out there. In this episode, we discuss common vegetarian and vegan stereotypes and how we address them. Have you heard any other vegetarian or vegan stereotypes? How do you respond to people? Let us know at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com or tweet us @peasofmindpod. And if you like what you’re hearing, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get our show! Looking for more content? Check out our blog at www.peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com **Disclaimer: We are not registered dietitians or certified nutritionists. We do not have any formal training in nutrition and this is not nutrition advice. Please consult with your doctor before making any large dietary changes.** Resources: From the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: “It is the position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that appropriately planned vegetarian, including vegan, diets are healthful, nutritionally adequate and may provide health benefits for the prevention and treatment of certain diseases. These diets are appropriate for all stages of the life cycle, including pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, older adulthood and for athletes.” Read more: https://www.eatrightpro.org/practice/position-and-practice-papers/position-papers/vegetarian-diets Iron is a common concern about adopting a vegetarian diet.There are a lot of people who are anemic (iron deficient) who are not vegetarian or vegan. For more, check out https://nutritionfacts.org/topics/iron/ For more on plant v. animal iron: https://nutritionfacts.org/2017/06/15/plant-versus-animal-iron/ and https://nutritionfacts.org/video/the-safety-of-heme-vs-non-heme-iron/ Position paper on health as it relates to plant-based vegetarian diets: https://www.pcrm.org/health/diets/pplate/why-power-plate Feeding vegetarian and vegan infants and toddlers: https://www.eatright.org/food/nutrition/vegetarian-and-special-diets/feeding-vegetarian-and-vegan-infants-and-toddlers Track your macro and micro nutrients: https://cronometer.com/ Thanks to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com) and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

Are you trying to find fun, easy, vegetarian recipes, but aren’t sure where to start? In this episode, we discuss a few of our favorite vegetarian and vegan cookbooks. We evaluated these cookbooks based on a variety of criteria, including their recipe difficulty, recipe quality, ingredient accessibility, healthiness of the recipes, and visual appeal. We also threw in some general cookbook tips for good measure. Put on your chef’s hat; we’re breaking down vegetarian cooking. What are some of your favorite vegetarian and vegan friendly cookbooks? Have you tried these out? Let us know at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com or tweet us @peasofmindpod. And if you like what you’re hearing, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get our show! Looking for more great content? Check out our blog at www.peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com. Cookbooks featured in this episode: The How Not to Die Cookbook by Dr. Michael Greger Where to get it: https://nutritionfacts.org/cookbook/ Thug Kitchen: Eat Like You Give a F*ck by Matt Holloway, Michelle Davis, and Thug Kitchen, LLC Where to get it: https://www.thugkitchen.com/tk1 Blissful Basil by Ashley Melillo Where to get it: https://www.blissfulbasil.com/the-book/ The Edgy Veg: 138 Carnivore-Approved Recipes by Candice Hutchings Where to get it: https://www.theedgyveg.com/edgy-veg-cookbook/ Not ready to commit to an advanced-level cookbook? Check out Ashley Melillo’s blog to give her recipes a try: https://www.blissfulbasil.com/ Thanks to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com) and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

If you could only eat 1 fruit, 1 vegetable, 1 legume, and 1 grain for the rest of your life, which ones would you choose? In this episode, we ponder the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine’s Power Plate with a fun thought experiment. Were you surprised by our choices? What does your Power Plate look like? Let us know what you think by tweeting @peasofmindpod or emailing peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. Craving more content? Check out our blog at www.peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com. If you enjoy our content, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, or wherever you listen! For more on the Power Plate: https://www.pcrm.org/health/diets/pplate/why-power-plate Thanks to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com) and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

Feminism: it’s a term that invokes a lot of ideas and emotions, but how does it relate to our diets? In the US, the majority of vegetarians and vegans are women.** In this episode, we unpack the underlying (and highly gendered) reasons why this gap might exist, and what it means for men, women, vegetarians, and vegans alike. Buckle up! We’re taking on the patriarchy. How have gender norms shaped your dietary choices? Have you observed meat-masculinity ties in TV ads? Tweet us @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! If you like what you hear, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you find our show)! Craving more content? Check out our blog: www.peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com Thanks to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com) and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com). **As we note in the episode, there’s not been a lot of research on the gender divide in vegan and vegetarian diets. See our sources below for what we found. If you have other literature on the topic, please send it our way at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. The Sexual Politics of Meat by Carol Adams: https://www.amazon.com/Sexual-Politics-Meat-Feminist-Vegetarian-Revelations/dp/1501312839/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526608062&sr=8-1&keywords=sexual+politics+of+meat The majority of vegetarians in the U.S. are women: https://www.huffingtonpost.com.mx/entry/vegan-woman-lifestyle_n_5063565 “In U.S. 5% Consider Themselves Vegetarian” 2012 Gallup Poll: http://news.gallup.com/poll/156215/consider-themselves-vegetarians.aspx Tofu Hummer Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL4ZkYPLN38 The Meat Industry’s Exploitation of Toxic Masculinity Hurts Us All: https://theestablishment.co/how-the-meat-industry-exploits-toxic-masculinity-868f10989e Anti-Vegetarianism is Sexim in Disguise: https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/politics/a14539150/anti-vegetarianism-sexism/ Hatred of Veganism is Rooted in Toxic Masculinity: https://star.txstate.edu/2018/03/hatred-of-veganism-is-rooted-in-toxic-masculinity/ What We Mean When We Say Toxic Masculinity: https://www.tolerance.org/magazine/what-we-mean-when-we-say-toxic-masculinity Gender Differences in Human-Animal Interactions: A Review http://paws.wcu.edu/herzog/Gender.pdf Pamela Anderson Shows that All Animals Have the Same Parts: https://www.peta.org/features/pamela-anderson-shows-animals-same-parts/ 5 Reasons More Men are Choosing a Plant-Based Diet: https://www.livekindly.co/men-choosing-plant-based/ Male Proponents of Plant-Based Diets Rich Roll - vegan endurance athlete, author and podcaster Dr. Michael Greger of Nutritionfacts.org Thanks to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com) and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

This week on the pod we share our favorite vegan and vegetarian celebrities! This eclectic list of singers, actors, comedians, athletes, and politicians run the full spectrum of plant-based eating from newbie vegetarians and part-time/seasonal herbivores to active vegan advocates (peep Miley Cyrus at the 2018 Met Gala: https://www.livekindly.co/miley-cyrus-met-gala-vegan-fashion/). We chat about their reasons for exploring a plant-based lifestyle and share some fun facts about them! Who are your favorite vegan/vegetarian celebrities? Did anyone on our list surprise you? Tweet us @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! If you like what you hear, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you find our show)! Check out this list of "Currently Verified Vegan Celebrities": https://www.bustle.com/articles/149515-32-verified-currently-vegan-celebrities More deets on some of the celebrities mentioned Cory Booker: https://www.livekindly.co/vegan-sentator-cory-booker-impossible-burgers-charity/ Beyonce: https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelpellmanrowland/2018/04/24/beyonce-artificial-intelligence-vegan/#179803967160 https://www.livekindly.co/beyonce-advocates-benefits-of-vegan-diet-to-112-million/ Venus & Serena Williams: https://www.ecowatch.com/venus-and-serena-williams-raw-vegan-powerhouses-1882106143.html https://ohmyveggies.com/famous-vegetarian-athletes-and-how-they-get-enough-protein/ https://veganuary.com/people/venus-serena-williams/ Zac Efron: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/zac-efron-shares-his-grooming-routine-and-life-advice Drake: http://www.vegnews.com/articles/page.do?pageId=11055&catId=1 Thanks to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com), and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

So you’ve decided to become vegetarian; but what about your partner? In this episode, we talk about what it’s like being a vegetarian with a non-vegetarian partner. From grocery shopping, to cooking, to dining out, we discuss some of the surprising challenges, adaptations, and discoveries Sarah and her boyfriend Mario have encountered since Sarah became vegetarian. Are you vegetarian or vegan with a non-vegetarian partner? What boundaries have you made? Tweet us @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! If you like what you hear, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you find our show)! Thanks to our special guest Mario for your time and input, to Milan Gary for our beautiful cover art (www.milangary.com), and to Bensound for our royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

We've officially wrapped Season 1 of the Peas of Mind Podcast! Thank you so much for listening to this past season - we're working hard on Season 2 and will be back in your feeds soon. For now, we're giving you a taste of what's to come. If you enjoyed Season 1, please drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts. It helps others find the show. Follow us on Twitter @peasofmindpod or email us with your thoughts and show ideas at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. And look out for new content on our blog at www.peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com. Thanks to Milan Gary for our cover art (www.milangary.com) and Bensound for the royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

We’ve all been there, stuck in class or work late in the afternoon and your stomach starts to rumble. But you don’t have to suffer through the afternoon slump! In this episode, we’re serving up some vegetarian and vegan snack ideas that let you do the least and eat the most. From plant-based combinations to pre-made treats, we’ve got you covered. Like our snack time ideas? Got a favorite snack you’d like to share with us? Tweet us @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. And if you enjoyed this episode, drop us a rating on Apple Podcasts! Curious how much you should be snacking? Check out the USDA’s daily recommendations for fruit (and other goodies): https://www.choosemyplate.gov/fruit Thanks to Milan Gary for our cover art (www.milangary.com) and Bensound for the royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

How do we define what it means to be a vegetarian? Is vegetarianism a diet, or is it a lifestyle? The answers may be more subjective than you think. How we define “vegetarian” often depends on our reasons for becoming vegetarian in the first place. It might also change over time as we learn more about health implications, animal welfare, or environmental issues. In this episode, we discuss where we personally draw the line for the foods we eat and products we purchase, and our reasons for practicing this lifestyle the way we do. How do you define vegetarianism? Where do you draw your lines? Tweet us @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! If you like what you hear, drop us a rating on iTunes. Thanks to everyone on Facebook that helped us think through these questions. Your definitions and personal accounts helped us think through our own practices. Want to learn more about vegetarian definitions and debates? Check out these resources: Vegetarian society’s definition of vegetarian: https://www.vegsoc.org/page.aspx?pid=508 Vegetarians and Vegans: A Philosophical Look into Whether they can rightfully adopt a moral high ground: https://bit.ly/2puHbbQ Peas of Mind Podcast, Minisode 4 - Surprise! You Can’t Eat That: https://soundcloud.com/peasofmindpod/minisode-4-surprise-you-cant Thanks to Milan Gary for our cover art (www.milangary.com) and Bensound for the royalty-free intro music (www.bensound.com).

Thinks it’s easy to tell what’s vegetarian and what isn’t? Think again. In this episode, we talk about the top 10 most surprising things we’ve found that are not vegetarian (or at least fall in some gray areas). From beer to figs, to marshmallows and soup - there are a lot of tricky foods out there for vegetarians. Did anything on our list surprise you? Tweet us @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com and let us know! If you like what you hear, drop us a rating on iTunes! Defining what a vegetarian is can be harder than it seems! Check your feeds next week for a discussion on defining vegetarianism. For the purposes of this episode, we define “vegetarian” based on the Vegetarian Society’s definition (but we are definitely open to others!) “A vegetarian does not eat foods that consist of, or have been produced with the aid of products consisting of or created from, any part of the body of a living or dead animal. This includes meat, poultry, fish, shellfish*, insects, by-products of slaughter** or any food made with processing aids created from these.” Read more here: https://www.vegsoc.org/page.aspx?pid=508 Curious about what candy’s you can eat? Check out this awesome list: https://www.peta.org/living/food/accidentally-vegan/ Want to know more about that parmesan and rennet? Read this article: https://www.buzzfeed.com/delaneystrunk/cheese-is-love-cheese-is-life?utm_term=.allqA9Kqnv#.mmvYAEDYkr Yes, it’s true. In 2018, some beer brands still use fish bladders (http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-37350233) What alcohol is safe? Find out here: http://www.barnivore.com/ And figs - even sweet, innocent figs might be a problem: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/insects/fig-wasp2.htm Red dye?! Yep, that too: https://www.vegan.com/carmine/ And here's some anchovy-free Worcestershire sauce for your enjoyment! https://goo.gl/Qv7DKL Cover art created by Milan Gary (www.milangary.com). Royalty-free intro music provided by Bensound (www.bensound.com).

What is clean meat? In this episode, we discuss how meat grown in a lab, developed in a cruelty-free way from animal cells, could impact the factory farming industry, food consumption, and how we define vegetarianism. Meat consumption across the world is on the rise, presenting a whole host of problems, including greater harm to animals, the environment, food safety, and global public health. Clean meat may offer some solutions. Could this have an impact on how we define vegetarianism and veganism? We have a special guest join us to discuss clean meat’s future potential, benefits, challenges, and questions it presents for vegetarian identity and American food culture. What do you think of clean meat? Would you eat it? Tweet us @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. If you like what you hear, drop us a rating on iTunes! For more information on clean meat, check out http://cleanmeat.com/ & these resources: Would you eat lab-grown meat? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgX9GTie0_0 Lab-Grown Meat is Healthier. It's Cheaper. It's the Future. https://futurism.com/were-5-years-away-from-lab-grown-meat-hitting-store-shelves/ Memphis Meats: http://www.memphismeats.com/ Memphis Meats - How to make clean meat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgdFjy1DTjA WWF: 60% biodiversity loss due to land cleared for meat-based diets https://www.ecowatch.com/biodiversity-meat-wwf-2493305671.html Research on the psychological and environmental impact of factory farming: A Call To Action: Psychological Harm in Slaughterhouse Work https://yaleglobalhealthreview.com/2016/01/25/a-call-to-action-psychological-harm-in-slaughterhouse-workers/ Cover art created by Milan Gary (www.milangary.com). Royalty-free intro music provided by Bensound (www.bensound.com).

Living on a budget? Having a hard time rising and shining in the morning? We’ve got the breakfast recipes for you! In this minisode, we’re dishing up our top 10 favorite easy breakfast recipes for vegetarians and the veg-curious. Want to try these recipes for yourself? Check out a few of them on our blog at peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com. Got questions or ideas for other top 10 minisodes? Hit us up on Twitter @peasofmindpod or shoot us an email at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. Like what you’re hearing so far? Rate us on iTunes! Check out Sarah’s Insta: @sarahsanssalad for more visual meal inspiration Cover art created by Milan Gary (www.milangary.com). Royalty-free intro music provided by Bensound (www.bensound.com).

Lunch — it can be the best of times or the most awkward of times, especially if you’re vegetarian. In this minisode, we share our top ten favorite easy lunch recipes for our fellow veg peeps on the go. Want to try these recipes yourself? Check them out on our blog at peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com. Got ideas or other recipes to share? Hit us up on Twitter @peasofmindpod or shoot us an email at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. Like what you’re hearing so far? Rate us on iTunes. Check out Sarah’s Insta: @sarahsanssalad Cover art created by Milan Gary (www.milangary.com). Royalty-free intro music provided by Bensound (www.bensound.com).

This week we are kicking off our top 10 mini-series! These will be shorter episodes, or "minisodes" where we'll discuss a list of top 10 things we like, and dislike, as vegetarians. In this minisode, we're serving up dinner (our at least our derivative works of other people's dinners). Check out the episode to hear our top 10 favorite quick, go-to vegetarian and vegan dinners. Got your own favorites to share? Let us know! Follow us @peasofmindpod on Twitter. And check out our blog at peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com. Cover art provided by Milan Gary (www.milangary.com). Royalty-free intro music provided by Bensound (www.bensound.com).

In this episode, we discuss the role language plays in how we perceive and desire foods. Language plays a huge role in how food is branded. This is an area where vegetarian and vegan foods struggle. A large industry catering to vegans and vegetarians are fake meats, substitutes, and meat alternatives. But who wants to eat something that is fake, a substitute, or an imitation? Most of the time these brands just sound like a bad knock off - and we’re here to tell you why that’s a problem. Got thoughts on how language affects what and how we consume food? Can you come up with a better word for nutritional yeast? Tweet us your suggestions @peasofmindpod or email us at peasofmindpodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on at soundcloud.com/peasofmindpod for more episodes - and check us out on iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play! Curious about that research on attractive food naming we mentioned? Check out Michael Greger’s awesome book “How Not to Die” https://www.amazon.com/How-Not-Die-Discover-Scientifically/dp/1250066115/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1517882621&sr=8-1&keywords=how+not+to+die And peep these articles: Attractive names sustain increased vegetable intake in schools - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0091743512003222 How descriptive food names bias sensory perceptions in restaurants - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0950329304000941 Still here? Check out these articles on those dairy industry lawsuits we discussed + some stats on the growth of plant-based milks: Milk v. Plant-based beverages - https://www.nytimes.com/2017/02/13/well/eat/got-almond-milk-dairy-farms-protest-milk-label-on-nondairy-drinks.html Just Mayo v. Big Egg - https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2015/12/18/how-little-just-mayo-took-on-big-egg-and-won/?utm_term=.92a87d0d6d61 Plant-based milk market growth: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2017/09/prweb14683840.htm Royalty-free music provided by Bensound - www.bensound.com Cover art by Milan Gary - www.milangary.com

In this episode, we discuss our experiences participating in Veganuary, or going vegan for the month of January. Veganuary is a social media trend and also an organization - check them out: https://veganuary.com/ Sidenote: Cow farts are destroying our planet. Don't believe us? The United Nations says so: http://www.fao.org/docrep/010/a0701e/a0701e00.HTM Do you love Taco Bell as much as Sarah? Download their app here: https://www.tacobell.com/mobileapp (but seriously, they don't sponsor us) Let us know what you think of going vegan - or if there are any fellow "fleegans" or "convegans" out there. Email us at peasofmindpocast@gmail.com. Check out our blog: https://peasofmindpodcast.wordpress.com/ Cover art created by Milan Gary (www.milangary.com). Royalty free intro music provided by Bensound (www.bensound.com).

In this episode, we discuss New Years' Resolutions, bad fads, and how to stick with a diet - and we throw in some veggie tips along the way. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked the "best" and "worst" diets for 2018 - check out the article here: https://health.usnews.com/best-diet Let us know what you think of these rankings or your own resolution diet struggles (& successes!) Email us at peasofmindpocast@gmail.com. Cover art created by Milan Gary (www.milangary.com). Royalty free intro music provided by Bensound (www.bensound.com).