Eat Meat Sparingly: a Word of Wisdom Podcast

(The Doctrine & Covenants 89 Message Most Members Miss) In this powerful episode of Eat Meat Sparingly , Ali Esig pulls back the curtain on what’s really happening inside today’s factory farms—and why it matters spiritually, ethically, and emotionally. Using Doctrine & Covenants 89 as her guide, Ali unpacks the often-overlooked verse: “It is pleasing unto me that they should not be used.”...

In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, host Ali Essig interviews her friend Neil, ( @neilmcgill.pt  on instagram)  discussing his journey in overcoming alcohol and weed addiction through the principles taught in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Neil shares his transformative experience in AA meetings, the significant role of prayer, and how embracing spirituality has helped him rebuild his lif...

In this deeply reflective episode, Ali Esig explores the sacred feminine meaning behind the Word of Wisdom—uncovering how “wisdom” itself is personified as a divine woman throughout scripture. This is not just about health checklists or dietary rules. It’s about divine nourishment, spiritual discernment, and returning to the Tree of Life. From ancient Hebrew and Greek translations of wisdom to the...

In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast , Ali Essig uncovers a powerful literary structure hidden in Doctrine & Covenants 89 that most people completely miss: chiasmus . This ancient Hebrew pattern places the most important truth right in the center—and what’s there might surprise you. Ali walks you verse by verse through this mirrored pattern to reveal that the true fo...

This week’s episode is something a little different—I’m sharing a special presentation I gave at my family reunion on nutrition, heart disease, and the Word of Wisdom. Most of my extended family doesn’t eat plant-based, but we share the same faith—so I took this opportunity to dive into the why behind the Word of Wisdom’s nutrition guidance and how it can literally change (and save) lives. You’ll...

FREE GUIDES: How Not to Die Cliff Notes: https://www.plantwhys.com/signup-cliffnotes Free one week meal guide: https://www.plantwhys.com/free-1-week-meal-guide-sign-up-1 Free Guide: How to Ease into Eating More Plants: https://www.plantwhys.com/plantwhys-2-0 In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast , Ali dives into the real reason many of us struggle with health—and it’s not...

✨ Episode Summary If you’ve ever been confused about carbs, diabetes, or whether keto is really the answer—this episode is a must-listen. Ali sits down with Dr. Cyrus Khambatta , New York Times bestselling co-author of Mastering Diabetes , to unpack decades of research and lived experience with type 1 diabetes. Cyrus shares his powerful personal story, the science behind why most diets backfire l...

FREE GUIDES: How Not to Die Cliff Notes: https://www.plantwhys.com/signup-cliffnotes Free one week meal guide: https://www.plantwhys.com/free-1-week-meal-guide-sign-up-1 Free Guide: How to Ease into Eating More Plants: https://www.plantwhys.com/plantwhys-2-0 In this deeply informative episode, Ali Essig dives into the connection between breast cancer and nutrition through the lens of science—and t...

🎧 Episode Summary Are you someone who feels spiritually called to eat less meat—but struggle to make it happen in real life? In this deeply personal and practical episode, Ali speaks to the right-brained women —the ones who are led by their intuition, their faith, and their desire to live in alignment with God’s laws. If you've prayed for help following the Word of Wisdom, but still feel stuck… t...

Free Guides:   How Not to Die Cliff Notes: https://www.plantwhys.com/signup-cliffnotes   Free one week meal guide: https://www.plantwhys.com/free-1-week-meal-guide-sign-up-1   Free Guide: How to Ease into Eating More Plants: https://www.plantwhys.com/plantwhys-2-0   Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode, Ali dives into the lesser-discussed scriptures in Doctrine &a...

In this episode, we’re talking about something that could change everything —and no, it’s not meat or carbs or fiber. It’s alcohol. Ali Essig unpacks the hard truth behind one of the most normalized habits in our culture and makes the case—scientifically and spiritually—for why saying no to alcohol may be the biggest domino you can push for better health, clearer purpose, and stronger relationship...

Ali unpacks the science (without the overwhelm!) on why keto seems to work in the short term, but may backfire over time—especially for heart health, inflammation, and insulin sensitivity. Drawing on research from Mastering Diabetes , Dr. Neal Barnard, and the Word of Wisdom itself, she explores how fat—not carbs—is often the real culprit behind insulin resistance. You’ll learn: Why the “glucose k...

In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly , Ali Essig explores a powerful question: Why aren’t LDS communities—despite living by health-focused doctrine—considered a Blue Zone? You’ll learn what Blue Zones are, what people in those regions are doing differently, and why the Seventh-day Adventist community in Loma Linda, California has achieved what we haven’t— yet . Ali dives deep into the striking pa...

Here is the page where I share all the links and info about the healthiest sources of caffeine: https://www.plantwhys.com/caffeine-guide In this powerful episode of Eat Meat Sparingly , Ali Essig dives deep into the history behind the Word of Wisdom, uncovering the deeper purpose behind its teachings — and why it’s about more than just physical health. Ali shares the fascinating story of how...

In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast , Ali Essig dives into the deeper meaning behind the phrase "in the season thereof" found in Doctrine & Covenants 89. Is it outdated advice—or is there modern wisdom hidden in this simple phrase? Ali explores how eating a variety of plant foods, especially those in season, supports a healthy gut microbiome, improves digestion, boo...

When Congresswoman Mia Love passed away from brain cancer, it hit close to home for me. I had worked as her press secretary, and she was a strong, resilient woman who balanced motherhood, leadership, and purpose with incredible grace. In this episode, I explore the powerful (and often overlooked) connection between diet, lifestyle, and cancer. Backed by science—and aligned with the Word of Wisdom—...

Ali shares the heartbreaking story of her father’s sudden death at just 55 years old—and how it (combined with her husband's stroke) became the wake-up call that changed everything. In this episode, you’ll learn why heart disease is still the #1 killer in America, why so many of these deaths are preventable, and how the Word of Wisdom holds answers that modern science is only just beginning to con...

  Episode 1: A Stroke at 37: The Unexpected Journey to The Word of Wisdom On October 1, 2019, my world turned upside down when my husband, just 37 years old, suffered a stroke that left him with vision struggles for months. In that instant, everything I thought I knew about health, nutrition, and wellness was called into question. In this episode, I share: ✅ The shocking reality of my husban...