The Simply Vegan Podcast

Today is our 99th episode, so we look back on a few of our favourite guests whilst tucking into some tasty vegan BBQ food. We try the new Future Farm burgers and sausages and discuss the new range at ASDA, along with the budget-friendly, meat-free options at Iceland. We also discuss our plans for the Platinum Jubilee – Molly is making a whole array of BBQ food including her own kimchi, whilst Holly is celebrating with an afternoon tea of Coronation Chickpea sandwiches and tofu 'egg' mayonnaise. Coming up on Thursday: Victoria Moran AKA Mainstreet Vegan joins us from New York to share her secrets for staying youthful and energised on a plant-based diet. Music by Purple Planet Want more vegan advice and healthy, nutritious recipes? You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're chatting to the founder of BOL, Paul Brown, about his journey from meat-eating athlete to a plant-based pioneer. Find out why he suddenly decided to stop including meat in his successful range of healthy ready meals, what he's learnt about vegan nutrition, and how we can pack more goodness into our daily diets by eating fresh, seasonal food. Want more vegan advice and healthy, nutritious recipes? You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Music by Purple PlanetShare your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Molly's back from her holiday to share the highs and lows of being a vegan abroad, whilst Holly's been eating lots of sandwiches, including the new Tu'NAH option at Starbucks. We discuss the upcoming Podcast Show London and how we're hoping to hook up with fellow vegan podcaster Fearne Cotton, and what on earth us vegans should do about pesky summer insects like flies and wasps.In today's episode we also review  falafels and burgers from GoodLife, tasty snacks from LoveCorn and chocolate treats from Prodigy before telling you what we're having for our tea!Coming up on Thursday: we chat to Paul Brown, founder of BOL, about how we can pack more plants into our diets.This episode is sponsored by the award-winning Plant Kitchen M&S vegan range, as voted for by you our lovely listeners. Whether you’re aiming to eat less meat or just trying something different, Plant Kitchen by M&S Food means you’ll never have to compromise on taste. From fuss-free prepared meals to scratch-cooking ingredients and on-the-go sandwiches, there’s something for everyone.Music by Purple Planet.Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From executive producers Joaquin Phoenix (Joker) and Rooney Mara (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo), The End of Medicine is a new feature length documentary that exposes the underreported link between global pandemics, the failing of antibiotics and our use of animals. The film follows former factory farm livestock vet and whistleblower Dr. Alice Brough, who we chat to today, as she grapples with the enormity of animal agriculture and the key role it has played historically and currently in not only killer diseases and pandemics, but climate change and environmental destruction as well.  With expert interviews from industry insiders, government advisors, politicians, premiere scientists and leading doctors, The End Of Medicine sounds the alarm few have heard. Directed by BAFTA-winning filmmaker Alex Lockwood (73 Cows), who also joins us for this episode, and producer Keegan Kuhn (Cowspiracy, What The Health), The End Of Medicine examines the often ignored WHO and CDC warnings that if we don’t change, we are at the end of medicine as we know it. US viewers can watch now on AppleTV/iTunes. The film will be available to watch in the UK in spring 2022. Music by Purple PlanetFinding fresh and nutritional vegan recipes can be another thing to worry about. Our best-selling magazine, Vegan Food & Living, is on hand to help! You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Join us today and make cooking delicious vegan food that much more exciting by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast. Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab a cup of coffee (or a glass of wine) and join us as we give Molly a little send off before her  holiday to Portugal. We discuss service station dos and don’ts, what to eat at the airport and vegan plane food (or lack of). Holly also shares her recent cooking disasters and plans for a new cookery series - what do you want to learn how to make? Email us at simplyvegan@anthem.co.uk. In today’s episode we also review the new Biffs range at Waitrose, which includes loaded fries, burgers, sauces and the first vegan chicken wings on a bone, some sparkling drinks with hidden health benefits, and a meal delivery service with the most incredible vegan options.We also discuss last week's Hench Herbivore episode (should we really be that strict with our food choices?), how to get the perfect texture when making hummus and why olive oil isn't the enemy before sharing more of your stories.  Music by Purple PlanetThis episode is sponsored by the award-winning Plant Kitchen M&S vegan range, as voted for by you our lovely listeners. Whether you’re aiming to eat less meat or just trying something different, Plant Kitchen by M&S Food means you’ll never have to compromise on taste. From fuss-free prepared meals to scratch-cooking ingredients and on-the-go sandwiches, there’s something for everyone.Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're joined by Hench Herbivore, otherwise known as body builder turned personal trainer Paul Kerton and his partner Gemma Nichols – a nutritionist. Gemma shares the story of how she suffered from exhaustion,  depression and acne and spent years trying to work out what was wrong before turning to whole food, plant-based eating. She noticed results straight away, regaining her health, energy and losing excess weight.Paul tells us how Gemma inspired him and, despite being a huge meat eater with concerns about losing muscle mass, he slowly went plant based and is now a vegan personal trainer and nutritionist with almost 60,000 YouTube subscribers. We discuss what foods we should eat to keep our guts healthy, what to avoid if you want to manage your weight, the protein debate and how to bulk up if muscle mass is on your agenda. Music by Purple Planet Finding fresh and nutritional vegan recipes can be another thing to worry about. Our best-selling magazine, Vegan Food & Living, is on hand to help! You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Join us today and make cooking delicious vegan food that much more exciting by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast. Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we discuss what we’ve been eating lately and argue about who is the best cook before comparing notes on our first BBQs of the year. Holly also gets excited about her Bath Culture House haul from the local vegan fair, and shares details of an accidental meeting with Prince Charles. We then dive into where to eat on the high street for the best vegan-friendly food – including YO! Sushi, Nandos, TGIs and BrewDog who all have new vegan options for spring.  And don’t miss our listener story, which involves an awkward moment on a first date! Email yours to simplyvegan@anthem.co.uk and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on your platform of choice. Music by Purple PlanetFinding fresh and nutritional vegan recipes can be another thing to worry about. Our best-selling magazine, Vegan Food & Living, is on hand to help! You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Join us today and make cooking delicious vegan food that much more exciting by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast. Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's podcast we are joined by Rosie Martin, an NHS dietician and member of the Plant-Based Health Professionals. Rosie discusses how she turned her back on a career in Zoology to become a dietician after going vegan and being uncomfortable working with animals that are kept in cages.Rosie is now a champion for healthy, plant-rich diets, and today she discusses the link between meat and cancer, how we can mitigate our risk and what meat replacements are best for newbies. Music by Purple PlanetFinding fresh and nutritional vegan recipes can be another thing to worry about. Our best-selling magazine, Vegan Food & Living, is on hand to help! You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Join us today and make cooking delicious vegan food that much more exciting by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast. Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking about stressed skin, including eczema and rosacea, and what vegan skincare products really work. We also chat about cleansing our bodies with celery juice – and for those who want to find out more about this you can follow the Medical Medium. But the real focus of today's episode is replacing meat in your diet for No Meat May (and beyond!). We share our cooking tips, favourite vegetarian brands and review new meat-free chorizo burgers from Bosh x Heura and kebab meats from Squeaky Bean.Don't forget to email us on simplyvegan@anthem.co.uk with your comments, questions and funny stories! Music by Purple Planet. Finding fresh and nutritional vegan recipes can be another thing to worry about. Our best-selling magazine, Vegan Food & Living, is on hand to help! You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Join us today and make cooking delicious vegan food that much more exciting by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast. Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this eye-opening episode, Holly chats to Michelle Thew - CEO of Cruelty-free International - about why animal testing is still taking place in 2022. They uncover how this outdated and ineffective form of testing is still widespread, why the UK is shockingly the worst in Europe, and discuss which animals are used in this very much hidden industry.Michelle gives us hope by explaining what new forms of testing are available and how us vegans can take action to bring this archaic practice to an end.Finding fresh and nutritional vegan recipes can be another thing to worry about. Our best-selling magazine, Vegan Food & Living, is on hand to help! You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive.Join us today and make cooking delicious vegan food that much more exciting by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast. Music by Purple PlanetShare your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we record together in person for the first time EVER and return to the office after two years. Please excuse the sound quality – we promise to get it sorted for next time!This week we delve into the vegan dog debate and discuss what we feed our own our dogs, cocker spaniels Charlie and Chase, before going onto the topic of our favourite accidentally vegan biscuits.   We review delicious vegan condiments by LEON, some unusual seaweed crisps that caused a bit of a divide, and crunchy roasted seed toppers that will elevate your lunches. And finally, we share our embarrassing vegan stories – we’d love to hear yours too! Email them to simplyvegan@anthem.co.uk so we can all have a giggle next week.As always, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review. Need fresh, nutritional vegan meal ideas? Our best-selling magazine, Vegan Food & Living, is on hand to help! You can join us today and try an issue for just 99p, by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast, or using code PODCAST when you order with us. Choose between our print and digital plus membership to receive the latest issue to your door or to your device, along with having easy access to 1000’s of plant-based recipes at your fingertips in our fully searchable digital magazine archive. Join us today and make cooking delicious vegan food that much more exciting by visiting veganfoodandliving.com/podcast. Music by Purple Planet  Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nutritionist Dr Aparna Prinja and Shital Shah join us for a chat about plant-based eating and gut health for IBS and Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. They explain the benefits of plant milks and how we can easily make our own from scratch, why dairy is bad for us, and why our gut is so important to our health, mental wellbeing and even our immune system. They delve into what kind of foods we should be including in our diets, the difference between prebiotics and probiotics, whether we need to take supplements and much more. Click here to order their new recipe book, Plant Milk Power. The Simply Vegan Podcast is bought to you by the team at Vegan Food & Living. Click here to try an issue for just 99p! Music by Purple Planet Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back after the Easter break to bring you more vegan chat, laughter, reviews and opinion. In today's episode, we discuss what we've been cooking lately and taste test new gut-friendly granola from Bio&Me for IBS Awarenesss Month. We also try a make-at-home Indian dosa pancake kit from DabbaDrop and some protein-packed snacks from MyVegan. As always, we round off the episode by answering your questions and today's is about whether it's OK to slip up or not. Email yours to simplyvegan@anthem.co.uk.This episode is sponsored by Immaculate Vegan - your single source of the best and most beautiful vegan fashion in the world, all in one place.They’re on a mission. They love fashion. They just don’t like what it does to animals, people and the planet. So they decided to change it.From vegan shoes, bags and accessories, to ethical and sustainable clothing and homewares, Immaculate Vegan select the best and most beautiful vegan products in the world, without any compromise on quality or style – and make it easy for others to discover and buy them.Every single beautiful item on their website is vegan – so no need for vegan filters or searches. Their high standards allow you to shop with peace of mind without having to do all the background research yourself. Welcome to the Immaculate world. Where fashion is as good as it looks. Click here to try an issue of Vegan Food & Living magazine for just 99p! Music by Purple PlanetShare your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever been asked where you get your protein, what's wrong with dairy or why you eat things that look like meat? We put these classic questions to vegan activist and founder of Stem + Glory, Louise Palmer-Masterton. She puts the protein debate to bed once and for all, discusses regenerative farming, the fishing industry and much more. Music by Purple PlanetShare your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for some vegan chat and a few laughs as we hit the Big Smoke to check out the first plant-based Burger King in Leicester Square, try the exciting new gut-friendly dishes at Wagamama and the incredible, internationally-inspired dishes at the just-opened branch of Mildred's in Covent Garden. This episode is sponsored by Immaculate Vegan - your single source of the best and most beautiful vegan fashion in the world, all in one place.They’re on a mission. They love fashion. They just don’t like what it does to animals, people and the planet. So they decided to change it.From vegan shoes, bags and accessories, to ethical and sustainable clothing and homewares, Immaculate Vegan select the best and most beautiful vegan products in the world, without any compromise on quality or style – and make it easy for others to discover and buy them.Every single beautiful item on their website is vegan – so no need for vegan filters or searches. Their high standards allow you to shop with peace of mind without having to do all the background research yourself. Welcome to the Immaculate world. Where fashion is as good as it looks. Music by Purple PlanetShare your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, Holly delves into the world of vegan beauty and skincare with the founder of cult British fragrance brand, Floral Street. They discuss how hard it can be to know whether your beauty products are truly vegan, cruelty-free and sustainable and what to look out for when shopping. Michelle shares insights into animal testing, new technologies, innovative packaging, non-vegan ingredients to look out for and the impact of scent on our emotional wellbeing. Coming up next week: we take a whistle-stop tour of London to check out the world's first plant-based Burger King, try the exciting new tempeh dishes at Wagamama and visit the recently-opened branch of Mildreds restaurant in Covent Garden. It's gonna be a fun one!And next Thursday, the founder of Stem + Glory, Louise Palmer-Masterton, responds to all the questions you wish you had the answer to when being quizzed by meat-eaters. Music by Purple Planet. Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Find out what we've been up to this week, the vegan restaurants we've visited (including Purezza and Plant Hustler) and the food we've been cooking! We also discuss the fact that free-range eggs are no longer available in the UK and The Humane League's legal challenge against DEFRA for cruel breeding practices. And… the moment you've been waiting for! We review a whole load of vegan Easter eggs from Hotel Chocolat, Wicked Kitchen, NOMO, Doisy and Dam – find out which ones are worth shopping for this Easter! Don't forget to send your questions to simplyvegan@anthem.co.uk. Coming up on Thursday: Holly chats with industry expert Michelle Feeney about all things beauty-related. Music by Purple Planet. Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful interview, life coach, body builder and author of Love Over Fear Monk Coleman shares his story of growing up in poverty and struggling with alcohol addiction before discovering meditation and adopting a vegan lifestyle. Monk discusses how we are all conditioned by those around us to think, feel and eat a certain way but by taking time to meditate and connect with our true selves, we can discover a kinder way of living. This episode is sponsored by California Walnuts, which like all walnuts, are the only tree nut to contain a significant amount of omega-3 ALA, which is good for your heart and overall wellness.   The taste and texture of California Walnuts makes them a versatile ingredient for all kinds of plant-based dishes. California Walnuts absorb the flavours of other ingredients and give your dish a healthy crunch. 30g of California Walnuts offers 4.4 g of protein and 1.4 g of fibre.So why not grab a bag of California Walnuts next time you are shopping, make sure you check the pack for Produce of California or Produce of USA. To find out more visit californiawalnuts.co.uk.Music by Purple Planet.Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're reviewing lunchbox cookies from Snackzilla, an exciting cauliflower hybrid from CauliShoots, and brand new dishes (including a vegan calzone!) from White Rabbit. We also have Doctor Laura Freeman from Plant Based Health Professionals answering questions on peri-menopause and diet, and Holly and Molly discuss how to chat to non-vegan friends. Should we try to convert them? If so, how? Send your own questions to us at simplyvegan@anthem.co.uk. This episode is sponsored by California Walnuts which, like all walnuts, are the only tree nut to contain a significant amount of omega-3 ALA, which is good for your heart and overall wellness.  The taste and texture of California Walnuts makes them a versatile ingredient for all kinds of plant-based dishes. California Walnuts absorb the flavours of other ingredients and give your dish a healthy crunch. 30g of California Walnuts* offers 4.4 g of protein and 1.4 g of fibre. For great tasting walnuts, keep them in the fridge. For longer storage, place them in the freezer for up to 12 months.So why not grab a bag of California Walnuts next time you are shopping? Make sure you check the pack for Produce of California or Produce of USA.  To find out more visit californiawalnuts.co.uk.Music by Purple Planet Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Holly chats to actress, author and activist Alicia Silverstone, star of 90s classic Clueless. They discuss the wide-ranging benefits of a vegan lifestyle and the plant-based foods that can really nourish your body and soul. Alicia talks about raising her son as a vegan, his love of cooking and how her mum inspired her to live a zero-waste lifestyle. They discuss how we can subtly persuade those round us to go vegan, and delve into Alicia's brand-new podcast, The Real Heal, which looks at healing ourselves and the world around us with kindness and compassion. Alicia also shares what helped her cope with finding fame at such a young age, and why she's not a typical Hollywood actress. Today’s episode is sponsored by The Vegan Kind, the home of plant based shopping. The Vegan Kind is the UK’s #1 plant based supermarket. With over 5000 products in stock and next day carbon neutral delivery, it’s a one stop shop for all your shopping needs. From daily essentials to those hard to find artisan, vegan items, it has over 200 vegan cheeses, meat replacements and dairy alternatives, cruelty-free beauty and sustainable, household cleaning with all the top brands you would expect.  Join Kind Club and get up to 75% off thousands of items and 4 free deliveries per month for just £4.99. Shop at the vegankind.com – the home of plant based shopping.Music by Purple PlanetShare your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.