Unearth By Sandra

Follow me on IG @sandrallargaespada / @unearthbysandra In today's episode, I will be covering animal testing in the cosmetics industry. With social media and influencers starting their own makeup brands, we've all seen a rise in the makeup and cosmetics culture. Unfortunately, behind many of those brands, there are animals who are being experimented on for the sake of, not only safety, but profit. Introduction (0:00) In today's episode (1:13) Legislation and World News (3:15) What are cosmetics? (5:38) What cosmetic tests are performed on animals (7:00) Flawed labeling system (8:09) Brands to Avoid /Cruelty-free cosmetic products (9:45) Conclusion, cruelty-free testing exists (12:11) Resources Hawaii Bill 1088 to end cosmetic testing on animals - https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2021/bills/HB1088_SD2_.HTM Humane Society of the United States - https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/cosmetics-testing-faq Peta's Cruelty-free resource page - https://crueltyfree.peta.org/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In today’s episode, I want to bring some light to the word ‘empath’ and what it means to exist as one. An empath is someone born with a natural ability to feel and understand what other people and animals are feeling and experiencing. There’s so much more to what an empath is than what I had a chance to share here. However, my goal was to bring light to the fact that not everyone that chooses to be vegan does it for the same reasons. And that’s ok. Those of us that have a spiritual and energetic tie to being vegan have a different need to fulfill than those that do it for other reasons. To my empath friends, you know what it’s like to feel others pain, worry, fear, sadness and excitement. You know what it’s like to be born wanting to be of service, wanting to help others find peace and happiness. You know on a deep level that you are here to positively contribute to humanity in a special way that only you can. You are incredible but you’re also fragile. Protect your energy and watch your gift grow. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Switching to a More Plant-Based Diet? 6 Tips for Making It Happen By Jessica Migala Last Updated: May 1, 2020 https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/switching-to-a-more-plant-based-diet-tips-for-making-it-happen/ Changing to a vegan lifestyle and diet has never been easier. Be kind with yourself, and start with subtle changes that will lead to long term permanent changes. In this episode, I will share 6 expert tips for switching from a meat diet to plant-based. IG: SandraLLargaespada Twitter: bysandraL --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Is Honey Vegan? Resources Vegan Honey Alternatives https://www.yourdailyvegan.com/vegan-guides/is-honey-vegan/#alternatives List of Companies that don’t use animal Products www.Caringconsumer.com Factory-Farmed Bees https://www.peta.org/issues/animals-used-for-food/animals-used-food-factsheets/honey-factory-farmed-bees/ Contact Email: UnearthbySandra@gmail.com Twitter: BySandraL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-largaespada-956b9485/ Instagram: SandraLLargaespada --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today's episode is on Plant-based Probiotics. Did you know that probiotics are living microorganisms in your food that can benefit your digestive system? If you did, awesome! Many people think of yogurt when they hear probiotic but today you'll learn about a variety of probiotic-rich vegan foods that'll help you improve your health! Resource: https://www.healthline.com/health/vegan-probiotics#-foods Thank you so much for listening! Let me know your thoughts, what you learned, or what plant-based topics you want to hear! Send me a tweet @bysandraL, a direct message on IG @unearthbysandra or shoot me an email at unearthbysandra@gmail.com. You can find all the deets in the description section of this episode. Twitter: BySandraL Instagram: UnearthbySandra --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today’s episode is on Vegan Birth Control. Birth control is also known as contraception, typically used used for pregnancy prevention and has been around for over a century. There are a variety of methods, like the pill, the IUD’s which are Intrauterine Devices, the patch, condoms, and emergency contraceptives, and a few others. But the question is, are they Vegan? Resources https://urbanvegan.net/vegan-birth-control/ https://happyherbivore.com/2013/07/how-not-to-get-pregnant-vegan-birth-control/ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/contraception/conditioninfo/types Thank you so much for listening! Let me know your thoughts, what you learned, or what plant-based topics you want to hear! Send me a tweet @unearthbysandra, a direct message on IG or shoot me an email at unearthbysandra@gmail.com. You can find all the deets in the description section of this episode. Twitter: UnearthbySandra LinkedIn: https://www.l --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today’s Topic Is: How to Read Food Labels to Avoid Eating Animal Products. This is really helpful if you’re someone who never reads food labels. You’re more than likely to find it more difficult when you're shopping around for vegan products bc you may not really know what to look for. And that’s completely ok. It all starts with taking the initiative to learn. Like you are doing now listening to me speak! Here are 5 actionable steps you can take to make informed choices at the grocery store when you’re trying to avoid animal products: 1. Does the packaging say vegan or vegetarian on it? 2. Read the Allergen Statement below the ingredients in bold. 3. Read the ingredient statement once more to check for the following items (named in the episode). 4. Contact the manufacturer. 5. Is a product vegan if it says “Manufactured on equipment that also processes milk/eggs” or “May contain traces of milk”? After listening to this, you may realiz --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

If you’ve recently transitioned to vegetarian or a plant-based diet then you probably know how COMPLEX it can be when you’re eating out with your friends and family. And a lot of times it’s a bit uncomfortable when you’re the only one asking the waiter a ton of questions while everyone else is watching you...and then making you second guess, should I even follow through with this lifestyle? Well, you’re not alone! In 2014, a large group of former vegetarians and vegans were asked which aspect of the lifestyle did they find most difficult and they said they disliked that their diet made them “stick out from the crowd”. Today’ I’m going to read you an article written by Gena Hamshaw called, “Our Best Tips for Eating Out as a Vegan“, on how to order at every type of restaurant: https://food52.com/blog/15672-our-best-tips-for-eating-out-as-a-vegan?utm_source=cj&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=Food52+Shop&affil=cj&company=Skimlin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Not all sugar is created equal. In today’s episode, I cover 5 questions: What is bone char and why is it used in sugar processing? Does the sugar have bone fragments in it? How do you know if a product has been refined through bone char? Is bone char completely avoidable? Where to find vegan sugar options? You’ll learn how and why bone char is used in sugar processing. I’ll also share a few tips on avoiding these products and provide you with a list of alternative sugar options that use more eco-friendly methods. Here’s a list of a few sugar options that DO NOT contain bone char: The Wholesome brand Trader Joe’s sugar Organic Sugar Simply Balanced - Target Simple Truth - Kroger and Ralphs Bob’s Red Mill Michigan Sugar Company Big Tree farms If you enjoyed today’s audio click subscribe and tune in next Sunday for some more plant-based food knowledge. Thank you so much for listening! Let me know your thoughts, what you learned, or what plant-based t --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today’s episode is a conversation with Tina Bui (IG: Tinabuilove), a long time vegan and food industry professional. Tina graduated with a degree in Animal Science. Instead of going to veterinary school she pursued a career in food research and development. She’s become a lifelong advocate of improving the wellbeing of others through plants and yoga. Having studied animal science in college, Tina shares her journey of becoming a vegan and the challenges she’s faced. Thank you so much for listening! Let me know your thoughts, what you learned, or what plant-based topics you want to hear! Send me a tweet @unearthbysandra or an email at unearthbysandra@gmail.com Twitter: UnearthbySandra LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-largaespada-956b9485/ Instagram: Slargaespada_ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Plant-based Lifestyle/Health/Nutrition Whether you’re considering going vegan, are slowly transitioning, or recently started your journey, you may want to listen carefully! Today’s article is called: “Seven things no one tells you before you go vegan”, written by vegan fitness Youtuber and fitness coach, Robert Webster. He first transitioned to a plant-based lifestyle 2 years ago and now has a coaching and meal planning business - you can learn more about him on: veganphysique.co.uk Youtube: Vegan Physique https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVXBsJEusnU Article: https://www.google.com/amp/www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/nutrition/seven-things-no-one-tells-go-vegan/amp/ Thank you so much for listening! Let me know your thoughts, what you learned, or what plant-based topics you want to hear next. Send me a tweet, a message on LinkedIn or through Instagram! Twitter: UnearthbySandra LinkedIn: https://www.li --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The perfect episode for all the vegan food graduates and professionals who pursued a food science degree in hopes of one day improving the food system and saving the animals! Except, that’s not exactly what happens once you enter the food industry... Don’t worry because, freelance food science writer and product developer, Katie Jones tells you exactly how to navigate through work celebrations and meetings (in steakhouses) when you are the only vegan employee in your food company. Katie also shares her interview with Ken Viscidi, senior food technologist for Earth Island/Follow Your Heart through her blog post, “3 Things Vegan Food Grads Should Avoid When Entering the Food Industry”. This article is available on: http://blog.foodgrads.com/3-things-vegan-food-grads-avoid-entering-food-industry/ Thank you so much for listening! Let me know your thoughts, what you learned, or what plant-based topics you want to hear. Send me a tweet @unearthbysandra, a message throu --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

First off, please sign the petition to help save the elephants: https://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/721/417/558/ In this episode, I discuss the production process of Turkey Meat. From factory farm, debeaking and toe-cutting, antibiotics and genetic engineering, transportation, and slaughterhouse. Resources 7 Tips for Surviving Thanksgiving When You Don't Eat Meat http://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-food/tips-for-surviving-thanksgiving-when-you-dont-eat-meat/ Meatless Alternatives for Thanksgiving http://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-food/best-meatless-turkey-alternatives-for-thanksgiving/ Washington Post - Turkey's Supplied to Whitehouse Are Raised in Inhumane Conditions https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/animalia/wp/2016/11/18/turkeys-supplied-to-white-house-are-raised-in-inhumane-conditions-activist-group-says/?utm_term=.b90e0452f527 Penn's States Small-Flock Turkey Production https://extension.psu.edu/small-flock-turkey-production I didn't speak on this but it's import --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hi everyone, welcome to Unearth by Sandra Podcast. I’m Sandra Largaespada - the host, editor and producer of this podcast. For those of you who don’t know me, I am a food industry professional, a food science and technology graduate and an ardent animal lover who will forever work to improve the lives of animals and educate the public about food. This podcast was inspired by all my friends, family and people who have reached out to me about the plant-based lifestyle. Anyone that knows me knows how passionate I am about food literacy. Aka Food Education. I truly believe that until you learn and understand the food system, from farm to fork, can you actually begin to make better choices for your health, your family’s health, and more importantly, the impact your choices have on the ecosystem and on the planet. My goal is to provide you with an abundance of convenient on-the-go resources that I’ve gathered throughout my journey and that I wish I had when I first mad --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app