Eat Meat Sparingly: a Word of Wisdom Podcast

In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom Podcast', host Ali Essig is joined by her friend Elle and her sister-in-law Alyse to discuss plant-based eating. They explore various aspects of transitioning to a plant-based diet, focusing on the 90/10 approach rather than a strict all-or-nothing mindset. The conversation covers practical tips for managing family meals, handling socia...

In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom' podcast, host Ali Essig shares a transformative dietary tip inspired by her friend Laura's journey towards healthier eating. Ali emphasizes the surprisingly simple yet effective health benefits of adding a can of beans to your daily diet. She discusses how beans aid weight loss, improve digestion, lower LDL cholesterol, and regulate blood s...

Join the PlantWhys Collective and learn more here: www.plantwhy.com/40   Our next cohort starts on Monday! In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom podcast,' host Ali Essig shares insights from her transformative workshop titled 'Hormones, Protein, Stress—Oh My!'. Ali discusses the importance of balancing hormones, consuming adequate protein, and managing stress to improve ove...

In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly - A Word of Wisdom podcast, host Ali Esig interviews Carolyn Cooper, founder of the Simply Align Method. They discuss Carolyn's journey to a plant-based lifestyle, including influences from her youth and key readings like John Robbins' 'Diet for a New America.' Carolyn also shares insights into how eating healthier enhances intuition and addresses mental, emot...

In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly,' host Ali Essig discusses the upcoming Plant Wise Jumpstart program, starting in January, which focuses on eating more plants and maintaining a balanced mindset. Ali shares insights from her recent family trip to Puerto Rico, highlighting the challenges and strategies of maintaining a plant-based diet while traveling. The core theme centers around self-compa...

In this special episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom' podcast, host Ali Esig is joined by her husband Lincoln, as they celebrate a vacation in Puerto Rico. Lincoln candidly shares his personal account of experiencing a stroke at age 37, the subsequent medical confusion, and his journey to recovery. The episode delves into their transformative shift towards a plant-based diet, Lincoln's...

In this episode, we delve into the profound connection between food and spirituality.. Ali explores the spiritual significance of food in religious contexts, particularly focusing on examples from Christian scriptures. Discussions about how food choices, such as plant-based diets versus meat consumption, impact our spiritual sensitivity, emotional well-being, and physical health are highlight...

Grab our Black Friday Deal Here: https://www.plantwhys.com/course In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali Essig shares insights from a workshop she conducted on avoiding holiday weight gain. Ali delves into mindful eating, the importance of behavioral changes for lasting results, and provides three essential shifts to ensure a healthier holiday season. Key topics include enjoying treats without...

In this powerhouse episode, Ali breaks down exactly what it takes to transition to a plant-based lifestyle, build real strength, and finally see results that last. This is NOT another “eat more protein” lecture — it’s the honest truth about what’s actually holding most women back from losing weight, building muscle, and feeling strong in their bodies. Ali shares: The dream that sparked her mission...

In today’s episode, Ali breaks down PCOS in a simple, faith-aligned, science-backed way . You’ll learn what PCOS actually is, why it’s so strongly connected to insulin resistance , and how a whole food, plant-based lifestyle can dramatically improve symptoms like irregular periods, fatigue, acne, weight gain, and inflammation. Ali explains: Why saturated fat is a major root cause of insulin resist...

Neuropathy and kidney failure are usually managed, not healed—often with medications, side effects, and a gradual decline. In this episode, Ali explains what actually drives nerve and kidney damage and shares a powerful case study of Kerry, a long-time type 2 diabetic who saw improvements by day four on a plant-centered diet. Learn how a Word of Wisdom–aligned approach can support the body in ways...

Are eggs actually healthy — or are we just cracking open old myths? 🥚 In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig dives deep into one of the most debated foods on the planet. You’ll discover what the latest science really says about cholesterol, hormones, heart disease, and cancer risk — plus who should probably skip eggs altogether (hint: it’s one-third of us 👀)....

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — but awareness is only half the story. In this episode, Ali Essig (plant-based nutritionist and Pilates instructor) shares what most people are not talking about: breast cancer prevention . You’ll learn what science shows about food, hormones, stress, and emotional health — and how simple, everyday habits can radically lower your risk. Ali also opens up ab...

In this eye-opening episode, Ali uncovers what’s really hiding behind our favorite comfort food— cheese . From the day her husband suffered a stroke to the moment she realized how dairy affects our hormones, this story is part personal transformation and part health revelation. You’ll learn why cheese is the #1 source of saturated fat in the American diet , how it influences your hormones, cancer...

In this inspiring episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast , Ali Essig opens up about her first triathlon experience — from not knowing how to swim to crossing the finish line with confidence. She shares what it really takes to push past fear, self-doubt, and the sneaky ways we self-sabotage when chasing big goals. Through personal stories and faith-based reflection, Ali explores ho...

Slides to my Presentation: Embodiment and the Divine Mother in the Word of Wisdom https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1AijsKWrLo5InoycteHFDXublulv76UlB5LXupHHObrQ/edit?usp=sharing In this heartfelt episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast , Ali Essig opens up about the phone call that changed her family’s life forever — the day her 37-year-old husband suffered a stroke. As a moth...

In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast,' host Ali Essig welcomes special guests Sherry and Victor from MotherInHeaven.com. The discussion revolves around Ali's upcoming speech at Restore, focusing on the deeper meanings of the Word of Wisdom and the connection to Heavenly Mother. Sherry and Victor share their journey of discovering Heavenly Mother through scripture and re...

Episode: Factory Farming & the Environment—Why Your Food Choices Matter Summary: Ali unpacks how modern factory farming (CAFOs) impacts greenhouse gases, deforestation, soil health, water use, and nutrient pollution—and why simply eating meat more sparingly can create outsized environmental benefits. This isn’t politics; it’s cause-and-effect. You’ll leave with practical, doable swaps that red...

In this episode Ali interviews Chris Wark, a 21-year cancer survivor, patient advocate, and bestselling author ( Chris Beat Cancer , Beat Cancer Kitchen , Beat Cancer Daily ), and creator of the Square One Cancer Coaching Program. What we cover Chris’s stage III colon cancer diagnosis at 26 and why he questioned the default treatment path The hospital “food moment” that sparked his nutrition...

Amla Green Link: https://www.amlagreen.com/plantwhys     What if everything you’ve been told about diabetes and diet was incomplete—or even flat-out wrong? In this special episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom Podcast , Ali shares a rare behind-the-scenes recording from the PlantWhys Book Club, featuring New York Times bestselling author and co-founder of Mastering Diabetes , D...

What if the entire way we read the Word of Wisdom about eating meat came down to… one comma? In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly , Ali Essig takes you deep into the so-called “Drama of the Comma” —a hotly debated punctuation mark that some use to justify eating meat regularly. Ali breaks down where this comma came from, how it changed the meaning of Doctrine & Covenants 89, and why the “all...

This week’s episode is a powerful blend of scripture, science, and soul-searching. As we prepare to study the Word of Wisdom in church, I want to revisit the question that first sparked Doctrine & Covenants 89: 👉 “What am I not paying attention to that I need to?” In this episode, I share insights from the International Conference on Nutrition and Medicine, where leading doctors—including Dr....

We hear a lot of noise about GMOs, glyphosate, seed oils, and whether organic food is worth it. But here’s the bigger question: are we even worrying about the right things? In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly , Ali Essig breaks down the food and environment debate—without fearmongering. From skyrocketing global meat demand to the rise of genetically modified crops, pesticides, and seed oil contr...

What if choosing to eat fewer animal products wasn’t “anti-human”… but actually deeply Christlike? In this eye-opening episode, Ali Esig responds to a viral claim that a plant-based diet is “anti-human” and even “doctrines of devils” according to 1 Timothy 4. But what does that scripture actually say—and does it condemn thoughtful, spirit-led dietary choices? Ali dives deep into scripture, science...

You know what to eat. So why are cookies calling your name at 9pm? In today’s episode of Eat Meat Sparingly , Ali tackles one of the most frustrating challenges many of us face on a plant-based or health-conscious journey: emotional eating . Whether it’s stress, boredom, or just needing something to look forward to at the end of a long day, we often turn to food for reasons that have nothing to do...