Clean Food Dirty Girl

I’ve decided to pause this podcast for a while. Rest assured, we’ll be back with new episodes focused on specific topics and interviews. In today’s episode, I explain why. I also share how hard this year has been for me and Clean Food Dirty Girl. To support our small business, sign up for Plant Fueled Life here. Talk to you in 2024!  Molly   About Clean Food Dirty Girl helps people eat more plants...

In this episode, I tell you about a friend of mine who went plant based years ago and experienced massive positive changes. Eventually, she fell off the plant based train and has been eating more processed foods and she feels like crap. Listen up to hear what I lovingly told my friend. I’ll also tell you about my experience with my recent three-day juice fast.  Sign up here for the 2024 Plant Fuel...

Registration for the 2024 Plant Fueled Reset is now open!  This is a chance to reset your taste buds, your cravings and your body so that you feel light, energized, and healthy, all while enjoying yummy plant based food that you’ll be cooking!  We start on January 3rd and it runs until February 10th, 2024. We’ll kick things off with a mini three-day juice fast to create the perfect launch pad for...

I don’t eat 100% whole food plant based all of the time, and I’ve yet to come across anyone who does. Sure, I was raised vegetarian and had a childhood fondness for millet that rivals most kids' love for Fruity Pebbles, but that doesn’t mean I’m not human. I savor chocolate, vegan butter, and even fried tofu sometimes. How do I do this without beating myself up about not being perfect?  I know...

Here’s a powerful question to ponder:  If you weren’t spending time and energy on being in the cycle of addictive sugar cravings, where and how would you spend that newly freed up energy? We don’t realize it, but it takes a great deal of energy to be hooked on something. If you could break free, where could that energy be directed?  Sugar is addictive and can be more challenging to quit than alcoh...

Join me as I chat with Rabbi Jonathan Bernhard from the Jewish Initiative for Animals (JIFA), who has made it his life’s work to support the Jewish community in aligning their food choices with values the Jewish tradition articulates. Jonathan is keen on promoting the following message: as a community, it’s time to reckon with the impacts of our food choices–on farmed animals, people, and the plan...

Tune in with me and special guests from ReversingT2D. Diana, a registered dietitian, sheds light on the often-overlooked importance of nutrition in diabetes management. Jose, an exercise physiologist, emphasizes the role of physical activity. He explains how exercise aids glucose absorption and promotes a healthier body composition. Their holistic approach integrates both nutrition and exercise to...

Hey there, folks! 🌟 Hang on to your chef hats because today, we're about to embark on a fantastic journey into the world of "batching" that will supercharge your plant based game.  Now, I get it. You might think, "Batching is not my thing," but bear with me!  For those new to the concept, batch cooking means dedicating a few hours once a week to prep multiple meals. It&#39...

The holiday season is upon us, and I know it can be a challenging time to stick to your health and wellness goals. But fear not! I have an exciting opportunity for you to gain the tools and confidence you need to make this holiday season a healthy and happy one. I’ll tell you about it in this episode.  🛷 Register for the Masterclass 🛷 #Holidays #PlantBasedHolidays #Masterclass #Coaching #HealthG...

We had an incredible conversation that I can't wait to share with you all. There were so many aha moments and deep insights.  We initially talked a few weeks ago, and it was so good that I was genuinely excited to share it. But guess what? I forgot to hit record! 🙈 In the end, I realized it was meant to be, as our second conversation was even better. It's funny how life works. During our...

Did you ever dip breadsticks in pudding? I sure as hell did! I’ll tell you more about that and yummy ways to use buckwheat. My mom always made me buckwheat pancakes as a kid, so the flavor is delicious and nostalgic. Buckwheat is a pseudo-cereal, not a grass-based grain, and it's gluten-free.  From toasted buckwheat (kasha) to flour to tea, you’ll put that shit on everything !   If you haven&#...

We've all been there, right? You're cruising along in life, and then something happens–a tough situation, a change in routine–and you find yourself sliding into unhealthy habits. The more you slip, the harder it is to climb back up. So, what do you do when you're in that downward spiral, wondering how you ended up eating handfuls of shredded cheese in your pajamas for a week straight?...

Today is a very special day because we're celebrating the 100th episode of this podcast, and I'm beyond thrilled to share this milestone with all of you. When I started this journey, I couldn't imagine recording 100 episodes, but here we are, 100 episodes strong! 🙌 To celebrate, I wanted to share some of the incredible transformations of people in our community. These individuals have...

In today’s episode, I’m sharing tips on making the switch to a whole food plant-based diet. 🌿 If you are ready to go at this full speed ahead, grab some tea and listen up. 1️⃣ Kitchen detox Put on your favorite tunes (maybe some '90s girl-with-a-guitar music) and clear out your fridge, freezer, and pantry of all the non-plant-based stuff. Meat, dairy, eggs, and highly-processed foods, be gone...

Today, I chat about how we get caught up in perfectionism and stress so much about what we eat, how much we exercise, getting enough sleep, and the list goes on. This is a friendly reminder: There's no such thing as perfection . Life is beautifully messy. So, go ahead and savor that piece of cake, take a break from batching, stay up ridiculously late, or embrace a little spontaneity. Life'...

In this episode, I’m diving into the beauty and flexibility of a whole food plant based diet.  We often find ourselves overthinking about what we are (or aren’t) eating, especially when transitioning to this lifestyle. But it doesn't have to be that complicated!  Instead of worrying about every nutrient and calorie, let's focus on something more intuitive: listening to our bodies.  I’ll sh...

Today, I’m talking about batch cooking. 🍲👩‍🍳I rave about it a lot , but it's a game-changer in maintaining a healthy, plant based diet.  If you're a Plant Fueled Life member, you already know how our meal plans simplify your life. Everything is planned for you—from groceries to prepping and cooking.  But here's the deal—many of you start this journey because of health concerns, and...

In this heartfelt episode, I share a sincere thank you to all the listeners who reached out with love and support after the passing of my sister, Kirstie, and the Lahaina Fire. The outpouring of compassion and shared stories of love and loss remind me of the deep connections we all share as humans. Then, I delve into transforming our relationship with food. A profound shift occurs when transitioni...

Whether you’re having a busy week, just returned from vacation, or have a family emergency, having a freezer stocked with various plant-based foods can help you stay on track in a pinch. I am deep in the grieving process as my sister recently passed, and being able to reach into the freezer and make healthy food quickly has been my saving grace this week.  I share a few tips on how to find the bes...

My sister is in hospice and I am here with her. This is really damn hard. Here’s how I’ve been eating this past week. When big hard life stuff happens there’s a tendency to stop eating healthy. I’ve found it’s best to modify things a bit to make it easier on yourself. That way you’re not in a cheese pizza hangover when life goes back to the new normal. Here’s how I do it.  About Clean Food Dirty G...

Join me for this fun talk with Steve Sando, the owner of Rancho Gordo , the incredible bean company specializing in heirloom beans.  Many of our community members are obsessed with these tasty beans, from long-awaited memberships to The Rancho Gordo Bean Club to falling in love with cooking beans from scratch with their fresh heirloom product. We also talk about how he got started and the only way...

As helpful as it would be, food does not cook itself. If you want to eat a healthy whole food plant based diet consistently, batch cooking is a game-changer. But it does take time—that’s the nature of cooking food from scratch and eating healthy. Here are my tips, tricks, and honest talk about batch cooking and ways to make it easier and faster.  Things mentioned in this episode:  Start a free 10-...

Buckle up since we’re going on a journey with the Co-Founder of Complement, Matt Tullman. Matt found himself on the other side of the looking glass when serious health problems hit close to home. First, his uncle was diagnosed with cancer and saw his tumors begin to shrink considerably in just six months after switching to a raw vegan diet. His uncle’s oncologist recommended he start chemotherapy...

I have talked about my sister, Kirstie, so much over the years, and this community has been incredibly generous by donating to her GoFundMe campaign. On a recent visit with her, we recorded this heartfelt episode with her so she could thank everyone personally.  Kirstie shares many things about battling cancer. ❤️‍🩹 Tips for people supporting loved ones going through a cancer diagnosis ❤️‍🩹 Litt...

This episode is perfect for anyone new to a whole food plant based (WFPB) diet or anyone needing a refresher. I go over the difference between a vegetarian diet, a vegan diet, and a whole food plant based diet. I also shed some light on what “plant based” means.  After listening, you’ll have a clear idea of what to eat and avoid on a WFPB diet. I also debunk one of the biggest myths about this way...