Have you ever considered ditching alcohol but don't know where to start? Are you worried about the social pressures around limiting your alcohol consumption, or curious about the impact it could have on both your mind and body? Well buckle up! It's the first episode of 2022 and we're delving into all things sober living with the amazing Karolina Rzadkowolska. Karolina is a certified alcohol-free life coach and bestselling author of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident...

Cramping, water retention, mood swings and intense cravings for everything chocolate. If you’re one of the millions of human beings who get their periods each month, some of these side effects might be all too familiar to you. BUT why do our periods come with this long list of undesirable symptoms? Why for some and not others? And what’s actually happening to your body during your menstrual cycle and throughout the month? Today we’re talking EVERYTHING periods. I’ve had mine for well over a...

Have you ever wondered what it's like being a food blogger, content creator of influencer? In this episode of the PlantPod, I have on my blogging bestie Danielle of @HealthyGirlKitchen to spill all the tea about what it's really like to grow a platform. At the time of taping this, Danielle had 400,000 followers on TikTok, and just a few months later has an engaged community of 1.1 Million fans - so listen closely to her practical tips and tricks! Some of the topics covered: - How to grow a...

Spiritual Medium Carly Pierce joins the PlantPod to discuss all things mediumship, intuition and living in alignment with your true self. We dive into how she got into mediumship, what she actually “sees” when she channels the spirit world and how you too can tap into your intuitive abilities as well. We ask questions including: - What exactly is mediumship? How does this relate to psychic, astrology and tarot readings? - Does everyone have psychic abilities? - How can someone tap into...

All the pressing questions you ever had about plastic surgery answered in this no-hold back episode with one of America's leading Plastic Surgeons Dr. Anthony Youn. - How early should someone start botox? - What are the risks of plastic surgery procedures like a butt lift or breast augmentation? - Do you think Instagram filters are increasing the amount of people seeking plastic surgery? - What can someone do without going under the knife or needle to improve their appearance? And...

Let’s sit down with one of the globe’s leading pollination and bee experts to explore the fascinating world of honey bees. In this episode, we delve into the incredibly massive impact bees have on our food system and communities, lessons we as humans can take away from bee colonies, why bee populations are declining, and whether or not honey should be considered vegan. Mark L. Winston is a Canadian Biologist and Scientist, and one of the world’s leading experts on bees and pollination. He...

Is a plant-based or vegan diet safe for pregnancy, babies and children? This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Alex and Whitney, dieticians, authors and the creators of Plant-Based Juniors to answer all of your burning questions about plant-based eating and the impacts a vegan lifestyle can have on early life. Some of the questions answered: Is a vegan baby at risk for nutrient deficiency? What supplements should we be making sure our kids are getting? Why do so many people...

Right now, more than 70 billion animals are farmed for food each year – two-thirds in conditions that mean they can’t move freely or live naturally. Unfortunately, this includes animals like chickens, pigs and cows that are commonly farmed in both Canada and the United States. It’s an unfortunate reality that the world isn’t going to stop eating animal products overnight. With that in mind, in this week’s PlantPod episode, we delve into how we can lobby the government and industry to...

Have you ever felt like you simply weren’t good enough?  Maybe for that new job, as a parent or just as a human showing up in your daily experience? Or maybe you feel like a fraud, and you’re waiting for the shoe to drop and everyone to figure out that you’re just faking it. These are feelings I know all too well, and if you can relate, sit tight as today we’re delving into imposter syndrome, high functioning anxiety and how to cope in our fast paced world. Questions answered with...

Have you ever turned over the label of your favorite smelling body wash and were surprised at the lengthy ingredient list with a whole bunch of chemical names you couldn’t pronounce? Or maybe you’ve experienced ongoing symptoms like fatigue, insomnia and low mood with no source or explanation from your doctor?  In this week's episode of the PlantPod, I was fortunate to interview Dr. Vivian Chen about about the impact environmental toxins can have on our health and how they often hide in...

Have you ever felt like you were shopping and buying things just because you’re bored? Or maybe you feel like you need the newest style of jeans or workout machine to keep up with your favorite social media influencer? Well today we’re talking about breaking that cycle and living more with less. I’m super excited to be welcoming author Courtney Carver to the podcast who is an expert in this space. Courtney is the author of Soulful Simplicity and most recently Project 333, the Minimalist...

In this week’s episode, we’re analyzing inclusivity within the vegan movement, and how we can better strive for collective liberation for both our fellow humans and non-human animals. I interview Social Justice Activist Iye Bako, touching on several important issues and questions including: What is white veganism? What is collective liberation? Do you think the vegan movement lacks representation of people of color? How can we be better activists? Do you find purity culture...

We’re delving into one of the most controversial nutrition topics in the vegan community: SOY. I interview Dr. Matthew Nagra to interpret the latest research on soy, and ask all the questions you had about this heavily contested food including: Is soy bad for your health? Is soy estrogenic? Will it increase breast tissue in men? Can it have adverse effects on woman’s hormones? Does soy cause acne? Is soy consumption linked to cancer? Should we be seeking out non GMO soy? How...

Wondering how to reduce your environmental footprint? Hint: It has less to do with you as an individual, and more about keeping the world's largest corporations accountable. This week I sit down with Environmentalist and Sustainability Content Creator Lauren Ferree to discuss the world's biggest polluters, how to approach low waste living, and most importantly, how to not lose hope in the midst of all. Some of the questions we dig into:  - How can someone start their low waste journey? -...

How to achieve better focus, a richer human experience and prevent cognitive decline with brain health experts Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, also known as Team Sherzai. Questions we answer: What diet is best for brain health? How can you optimize sleep for better cognitive function? Are alzheimers and dementia related more to genetics or lifestyle? How can someone start taking better care of their brain? Can you improve your intellect through brain activities? Dr. Dean Sherzai is...

How to manifest your dream job, dream partner and dream life. For this episode, I was fortunate to sit down with the amazing Payal Corley, who is the founder of Affirmation Addict and the app, Affirm It. She's been using the power of manifestation and affirmations since she was 12 and after quitting her corporate dream job, she's made it her mission to help people understand the power they carry within them daily. Her goal is to make affirmations accessible and understandable for the masses...

In this episode we answer all your pressing questions about how the birth control pill impacts the body with Naturopathic Medical Physician Dr. Jolene Brighten, Author of Beyond The Pill. This includes: How the birth control pill actually works in our body The biggest risk to taking the birth control pill How the pill can impact our mental health and contribute to brain fog Whether or not the pill impacts fertility The way the pill can impact a person’s libido Non-hormonal...

Welcome to the PlantPod. I’m your host Carleigh Bodrug, journalist turned food blogger and the girl behind the popular plant-based lifestyle brand PlantYou. You’ve made it to a safe space where we’re going to be delving into all of your unfiltered pressing questions about physical, mental and spiritual health. I’ll be interviewing leading experts in a wide range of topics like dietary health, wellness routines, manifestation, veganism and more. So if you’re ready to Grow Your Mind, and Feed...