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At one point, Traci Elle was confined to a wheelchair, weighed close to 300 pounds, and was told she would never walk normally again. She was also living with 15 chronic health conditions that were impacting every part of her life. Despite having followed a vegan lifestyle for years, her diet had shifted toward highly processed foods, leading to declining health and increased weight. Everything changed after a breaking point. In one moment, Traci made the decision to take her life back. Over the next 15 months, she released 160 pounds, regained her mobility, and reversed her chronic conditions without medications. Today, she coaches others using the same practical, mindset-driven approach that helped her transform her life. In this episode, we discuss: Why vegan does not automatically mean healthy How ultra processed foods impact cravings and behavior The connection between dopamine and food addiction Simple strategies to reduce temptation How to begin making changes, no matter your starting point Learn more at:  https://VeganVisibility.com/166-Traci-Elle

What if the reason you feel off isn't random… but a signal? In this episode of Plant-Based Eating for Health, Kathleen Gage sits down with keynote speaker and mentor Michel van Amsterdam to explore a powerful idea: your body is constantly communicating with you—and most people aren't listening. Michel's journey started in medicine, but everything changed after a life-shifting experience in India that led him toward a plant-based lifestyle and a deeper awareness of connection, communication, and trust. This is not just a conversation about food. It's about how you live. How you communicate. And how you reconnect to what actually matters. In this episode, you'll discover: Why your body often knows the truth before your mind does How plant-based living can expand into a deeper awareness of life The biggest mistakes people make in communication (and how to fix them) A powerful question that can transform your relationships instantly Simple ways to reduce stress and become more grounded in a chaotic world Why your environment plays a bigger role than you think If you've ever felt disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of what's next—this conversation will give you a new lens to understand what's really going on. Connect with Michel van Amsterdam: https://michelvanamsterdam.com Visit Kathleen Gage's website at https://www.veganvisibility.com

What does it really mean to live in alignment with your values? In this episode of the Plant-Based Eating for Health podcast, Kathleen Gage welcomes back vegan health coach and Plant Positive Journal creator Kate Galli for a powerful conversation on compassion, mindset, and intentional living. Kate shares her journey from long-time vegetarian to committed vegan, explains the critical difference between vegan and plant-based lifestyles, and offers practical insight for anyone seeking greater health, clarity, and purpose. Together, they explore: • Vegan vs. plant-based: what you need to know • How alignment reduces internal conflict • Why compassion is a daily practice • The role mindset plays in lasting behavior change • How to meet people where they are without judgment • Simple habits that build emotional resilience • Why community is essential in a chaotic world Whether you are vegan, plant-based, vegan-curious, or simply looking to live more intentionally, this conversation offers grounded wisdom you can apply immediately. Subscribe for more conversations on plant-based living, health, mindset, and compassionate choices.  https://veganvisibility.com/164-Kate-Galli    

Writing a book that truly matters takes more than a good idea. It requires clarity, structure, ethical alignment, and an understanding of how stories shape behavior, culture, and values. This episode explores what stands between meaningful ideas and books that actually reach readers. It looks at why so many important manuscripts stall, how ethical storytelling can influence health and compassion, and what it means to write books grounded in plant-based values and integrity. The conversation examines publishing beyond mechanics, including visibility, messaging, and responsibility. It also addresses how books can challenge cultural norms, support justice and inclusion, and consider the world future generations will inherit. This is a thoughtful discussion for authors, advocates, and creators who want their work to contribute to a healthier, more compassionate world. https://www.veganvisibility.com/163-sandra-nomoto 

In this solo episode of Plant-Based Eating for Health, host Kathleen Gage reflects on how her vegan journey has evolved since first identifying as vegan in 2018 and why food was only the beginning. Kathleen examines four books that deeply influenced her understanding of veganism as a broader ethical and social responsibility: • Vegan Transformation by Dr. Angela Crawford • The Impactful Vegan by Robert Cheeke • Little Red Barns by Will Potter • Transfarmation by Leah Garcés These works explore animal suffering alongside the often-overlooked human rights violations, environmental damage, and systemic exploitation tied to animal agriculture. Kathleen also discusses how this expanded awareness led her to become more actively involved in advocacy, including joining the board of Blue Barn Farm and Sanctuary, producing The Funding Blueprint for Sanctuaries Summit hosted by Cheryl Moss, and supporting the mission of the Better Life for Animals podcast. The summit was sponsored by Better Life for Animals and WIZE and focused on helping animal sanctuaries build long-term, sustainable funding. This episode invites listeners to consider what it means when veganism moves beyond diet into responsibility, education, and action. https://www.veganvisibility.com/162-kathleen-gage

At just 15 years old, Jessica Faulds woke up one morning with one eye frozen in place. Weeks later, she received a diagnosis that came with a lifetime label: Multiple Sclerosis. For the next 18 years, Jessica navigated relapses, mobility loss, vision loss, countless medical opinions, and a healthcare system that often dismisses women's symptoms. But through research, self-advocacy, movement, and nutrition — along with a stem cell transplant — Jessica eventually received a letter from her doctor stating she no longer needed to be monitored for MS. In this powerful conversation, Jessica shares what MS really is, how dramatically symptoms can vary, and why lifestyle choices matter more than most people realize. She also talks about entering menopause at 27 as a side-effect of treatment and how she refused to accept "just live with it" as an answer. Today, Jessica is a holistic nutrition coach, cycle instructor, writer, and speaker, helping others build resilience, confidence, and clarity in their own health journeys. This episode is for anyone who's ever been told "there's nothing you can do." Highlights include: • What multiple sclerosis actually does in the body • The emotional reality of diagnosis at age 15 • Why food, movement, and data-tracking mattered • What her stem cell transplant experience was really like • How women can advocate for better healthcare • The difference between vegan and plant-based eating • The power of choosing people who stay www.veganvisibility.com/161-jessica-faulds 

Most people are told their health problems are complicated. Dr. Frank Sabatino says they are not. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Frank breaks down how plant exclusive eating, fasting, and lifestyle changes can reverse years of inflammation, weight struggles, and chronic illness. For nearly fifty years, Dr. Frank has guided thousands of people through plant exclusive healing and supervised fasting. His work combines science, lived experience, and a deep understanding of what the body needs to repair itself. He explains why so many people stay sick, how processed foods hijack the body, and why whole plant foods create real change at any age. In this episode we talk about inflammation, oxidative stress, plant exclusive weight loss, water fasting safety, vegan junk food traps, food addiction patterns, and why Ahimsa and compassion belong in every discussion about health. If you want more energy, better digestion, better sleep, improved weight, and a deeper sense of purpose in how you live, this is the episode to watch. Full post: : https://veganvisibility.com/160-dr-frank-sabatino/

Chef Adina joins the Plant Based Eating for Health Podcast with a powerful message. Healthy, plant based cooking does not have to be complicated or expensive. As a global chef and author of Vegan Flavors of the World, she has spent more than a decade creating recipes that bring international flavor into everyday kitchens. In this episode, she shares how her journey began with a casein allergy that pushed her to rethink every recipe she knew. We explore how to shop smarter, reduce food waste, and use simple staples like lentils, chickpeas, rice, and potatoes to create affordable meals that taste incredible. She also breaks down the difference between vegan and whole food plant based eating and why these terms matter if you want to feel your best. If you want easy recipes, flavor inspiration, and practical strategies that help you eat well without spending more, this is the episode for you. Full episode and links: www.VeganVisibility.com/159-Chef-Adina #PlantBasedLiving #VeganLifestyle #EasyVeganMeals

What happens when you commit to 75 days of no excuses, no shortcuts, and no one holding you accountable but yourself? Kathleen Gage shares her full experience completing the 75 Hard challenge while following a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. At 71, Kathleen set out to rebuild her health, focus, and mental toughness. In the process, she discovered how powerful daily discipline can be. From two workouts a day to reading ten pages of nonfiction and drinking a gallon of water, the 75 Hard program became more than a challenge. It became a lifestyle reset. In this episode, Kathleen opens up about how returning to a clean, plant-based way of eating helped her regain clarity, energy, and motivation. She discusses the books that inspired her, including Big Magic, Escape, and The Impactful Vegan, and shares why 75 Hard is not about punishment or perfection. It is about progress, accountability, and consistency. You will hear how this challenge helped her rediscover her purpose, what she learned from reading ten books in 75 days, and why the simplest habits like a morning walk or a progress photo can lead to the biggest transformations. Whether you are plant-based, vegan, or simply ready to push yourself mentally and physically, this episode will motivate you to raise your standards and create change that lasts. In this episode: What the 75 Hard program is and why it works How a plant-based diet supports focus and energy The importance of daily non-negotiables How mental toughness builds confidence Why aging with vitality begins with consistency If you have been thinking about starting 75 Hard or want to get back on track with your health, this conversation will give you the clarity and motivation to begin. www.veganvisibility.com/158-75-Hard

What if you could heal your body through simple, consistent habits? Dr. Laura Marbas, a double board-certified physician in family and lifestyle medicine, shares how whole food plant-based eating can reverse chronic disease, balance hormones, and help you thrive at any age. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Marbas explains her patient-first approach to lifestyle medicine, her nationwide telemedicine practice, and the mindset shifts that fuel real transformation. She also dives deep into menopause, sleep, supplements, and the daily habits that make lasting change possible. You'll Discover Why healing starts with habits, not willpower How food can reverse chronic illness and reduce medications The simple First Five morning routine Why sleep health begins at sunrise The supplements that support plant-based living What it means to age with purpose and strength www.veganvisibility.com/157-dr-laurie-marbas  

What if your lowest moment became the very thing that set you free? For years, Tim Kaufman lived in pain so deep it seemed impossible to escape. Diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that left his joints unstable and his body in constant agony, he turned to opioids, alcohol, and food to numb the hurt. At over 400 pounds, on more than 20 prescriptions, and barely able to tie his shoes, Tim thought his story was over. Then one small moment of clarity changed everything. What began as a desperate search for relief led him to a radical truth: the body and mind have an incredible capacity to heal when given the right fuel, the right focus, and the right reason to live. In this powerful episode of Plant Based Eating for Health, Kathleen Gage sits down with Tim to talk about his remarkable journey from addiction and hopelessness to completing triathlons, teaching others how to reclaim their health, and finding peace through a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. Together they explore the raw realities of recovery, the emotional weight of self-forgiveness, and how gratitude and purpose can turn pain into power. Tim is the creator of FatManRants, a passionate advocate for sustainable change, and the author of Escape, a book that chronicles his path from self-destruction to self-discovery. His story is proof that transformation does not require perfection; it begins with one honest choice to try again. You will learn: ●     The erosion effect and how addiction slowly takes hold ●     The mindset shift that begins real recovery ●     Why gratitude became Tim's most powerful healing tool ●     How food addiction mirrors substance addiction and how to break both cycles ●     The first steps to rebuild your health and your hope If you have ever felt stuck, lost, or beyond saving, do not miss this conversation. Change is available to anyone willing to start. For more resources related to this episode, visit: https://veganvisibility.com/156-Tim-Kaufman

What happens when two vibrant women from different walks of life discover the power of plants at the same time? Magic. In this inspiring episode of Plant Based Eating for Health, host @KathleenGage sits down with Paige Parsons Roache and Sherri Johnson, the dynamic duo behind Plant-Based in the Burbs. Paige, a communications pro and passionate advocate with Plant Based Treaty, and Sherri, a certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and entrepreneur, share how curiosity led to transformation—and how compassion keeps them going. They open up about food, fitness, and friendship, offering practical tips for anyone ready to feel better, live stronger, and eat with purpose. This conversation proves that plant-based living isn't about giving things up. It's about gaining vitality, clarity, and community. Listen now at www.VeganVisibility.com/155-Paige-Sherri

At 91 years young, Betsy Bragg is living proof that plant-based living can transform your health and your future. Founder of Eat to Thrive and Real Kids Real Food, Betsy has spent decades teaching adults and children how to create lifelong healthy habits through whole, living foods. In this inspiring conversation, Betsy shares her journey from struggling with weight and depression at 49 to becoming a vibrant wellness educator and advocate for future generations. Learn how her programs help eliminate childhood obesity, chronic disease, and malnutrition by teaching families to eat real, organic food and live with purpose. Tune in as Betsy and host Kathleen Gage discuss the power of sprouts, the impact of mindful eating, and how one woman at 91 continues to shape the next generation of healthy, compassionate eaters. Full post: www.VeganVisibility.com/155-Betsy-Bragg 

Nearly 70% of women over 50 struggle with weight gain. Nancy Leeds Gribble, a plant based functional nutrition and lifestyle coach, helps women 50 plus ditch the diet cycle, reclaim confidence, and create a vibrant second half of life. Her story began with compassion for animals, leading her from vegetarianism to veganism, and finally to a whole food plant based lifestyle. This shift gave her energy, stability, and a method she now teaches to others. Listeners will discover: How to move past junk food vegetarian habits into whole plant eating The keys to breaking diet culture and learning sustainable maintenance skills Why plant protein, creatine, and resistance training are game changers for midlife health The power of flexibility and the 80 to 90 rule for lasting results How Nancy's 90 day one on one program is designed specifically for women over 50 Nancy's philosophy is simple. It is never too late for a fresh start. Full post at: www.VeganVisibility.com/153-Nancy-Leeds-Gribble

Victoria Moran has maintained a 60-pound weight loss for more than four decades through whole food, plant-based meals and compassionate choices. A vegan since 1983, she is the author of 14 books on well-being, a two-time guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, and the founder of the Main Street Vegan brand. Her podcast has been running for 13 years, and her academy has trained hundreds of vegan lifestyle coaches who have gone on to create nonprofits, open businesses, and influence the plant-based movement worldwide. Her latest book, Age Like a Yogi, explores how yoga and Ayurveda can help us approach aging with vitality, joy, and peace. She emphasizes practical steps for wellness, from mindful eating rhythms to balancing energy in later life. Victoria also bridges the gap between health-first and ethics-first vegan perspectives, reminding us that compassionate foods can sustain both body and spirit. For resources, books, and training, visit victoriamoran.com and mainstreetvegan.com. Full post:  www.VeganVisibility.com/152-Victoria-Moran