Clean Food Dirty Girl

I'm back from a trip through northern Michigan, New Mexico, and Arizona, and I'm dishing on how I keep eating plant-based on the road without letting it take over the vacation. I also share about how I filmed the entire batch-cooking process so you can follow along and see how it all comes together, in my new program, Batching Foundations. We're talking about everything from choosing a meal plan and adjusting serving sizes to grocery shopping, washing produce, batching my food, and assembling meals together during the week.And because real life loves a plot twist, my original batching-day videos had no sound. I cried, regrouped, filmed the meal videos, and then re-filmed the entire batching day later that week.Batching Foundations isn't about making everything look pretty or getting every step right. I want to show you how the process works in real life, how flexible batching can be and how it can help you eat way more plants. My goal isn't to make eating plant-based another chore on your already-full plate. I want you to eat more plants, enjoy your food, and make taking care of yourself feel like a privilege rather than a punishment. Tune in for a taste of imperfection and inspiration.Helpful links:Batching FoundationsGet my Love LettersUrban Fresh in downtown TucsonAbout Clean Food Dirty GirlClean Food Dirty Girl helps people eat more plants while celebrating imperfection. Subscribe to our podcast for whole-food plant-based eating inspiration and permission to be perfectly imperfect. Sign up for our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free trial to Meal Plan ClubGet instant access to all of our whole-food plant-based recipes for just $12 per month with Recipe ClubLose weight in a kind, sustainable way with Drop It Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Molly’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sweary Saturday Love Letters

Getting older doesn’t mean slowing down, shrinking your world, or settling for feeling less than your best. And eating plant-based? It can be a powerful way to support your body for the long haul.In this episode, I sit down with legendary plant-based registered dietitian Brenda Davis to talk about her new book, Plant-Powered Seniors: Nutrition Essentials and Easy Recipes for Adults 50 Plus co-authored with Vesanto Melina, MS, RD, and Charlyn Black, MD, ScD.We dig into what your body needs as you age, what the science says, and how to put it all into practice without making your life more complicated than it needs to be. From protein to creatine, Brenda breaks down the nutrients worth paying attention to as you get older. We tackle community questions, clear up some nutrition confusion, and talk about why resistance training, nourishing food, and a few smart habits can help you stay ready for whatever life throws your way.Whether you're over 50, caring for someone who is, or plan on aging like a plant-powered badass, this episode is packed with practical takeaways for aging well on a whole-food plant-based diet. We're not here to just get older, we're here to thrive. 💚Here’s some of what you’ll take away from this episodePlant-Powered Seniors: Brenda shares why she and her coauthors created a practical, science-backed resource for adults 50 and up, complete with nutrition guidance, recipes, and tips for making it all happen in real life.Your nutritional needs change with age: We talk about why you might need fewer calories but more of certain nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B6, and protein.Aging with strength and vitality: We talk about why getting older doesn't mean giving up your strength, mobility, or sense of adventure.Nutrients like magnesium, vitamin D and K2, creatine and calcium: We discuss why these supplements may be worth considering for plant-based eaters.Protein and muscle maintenance: Brenda explains how protein needs may shift with age, what all the mTOR talk is about, and why eating enough protein works best alongside resistance training.Better sleep: Brenda shares how food choices, light exposure, and consistent sleep routines can help us get better rest.Labs worth discussing with your healthcare provider.And much more.Helpful links:Brenda’s limited-time Plant-Powered Seniors Mini Menu in Meal Plan ClubPlant-Powered Seniors by Brenda Davis, RD, Vesanto Melina, MS, RD, and Charlyn Black, MD, ScDEpisode 137: Panicking About Protein? Dietitian Brenda Davis Breaks Down the HypeFood Revolution Network Bone webinar with Brenda DavisOmegaQuant for an omega-3 index testTackling Type 2 Masterclass with Brenda Davis, RD and Food Revolution NetworkAbout Brenda Davis, RDBrenda is one of the world’s leading authorities on plant-based nutrition. A registered dietitian and internationally recognized speaker, Brenda has authored and co-authored 12 books, including Becoming Vegan, Plant-Powered Protein, and Kick Diabetes Essentials. Her work has influenced dietary guidelines and public health policies around the world.She has presented at nutrition conferences in over 20 countries, served as lead dietitian for diabetes intervention projects, and consulted for health organizations promoting plant-based living. Brenda combines scientific rigor with a compassionate approach, helping people transition to healthier, more sustainable diets without fear or confusion.Follow Brenda on Facebook, Instagram @brendadavisrd and visit brendadavisrd.com for more. Check out the Work of Brenda Davis Facebook Group.About Clean Food Dirty GirlWe help people eat more plants while celebrating imperfection. Subscribe to our podcast for whole-food plant-based eating inspiration and permission to be perfectly imperfect. Lose weight in a kind, sustainable way with Drop It Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Molly’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sweary Saturday Love Letters

In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, I’m joined by Joe Roberts, a keynote speaker, CEO, plant-based endurance athlete, and advocate. Our paths crossed since his life partner is a longtime member of Clean Food Dirty Girl Recipe Club.Joe shares his story of transformation from struggling with opioid addiction and experiencing homelessness in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside at 22 to becoming the CEO of a multi-million-dollar business in just 12 years.We talk about the power of human potential, the conversation with Gus and how it changed the trajectory of Joe’s life, and what happened when he pushed a shopping cart 5,625 miles across Canada to raise awareness and funds to help end youth homelessness.We also get into plant-based eating and how his wife, Marie, adopted this way of eating while staying in an RV! Joe touches on how it transformed his athletic recovery and has supported his long-term health.Here’s some of what you’ll take away from this episodeSometimes you need someone else to believe in you first. We talk about the power of having someone see your potential before you can see it yourself—and how one conversation can change the entire direction of your life.Your identity comes before your actions. Real, lasting change isn’t just about hitting a goal and becoming a different person. It’s about deciding who you are first, then letting your actions follow.Being fed up can be a good thing. That feeling of being stuck, uncomfortable, or completely over where you are in life can be the thing that gets you moving.You are not your past. Joe went from living under a viaduct in his 20s to running races in his late 50s. His story is a pretty damn good reminder that where you’ve been doesn’t get to decide where you’re going.Plant-based eating fuels endurance. Joe shares how eating plant-based has supported his long-term health and longevity.You don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re recovering from addiction, changing the way you eat, or reinventing your life, having people in your corner can make all the difference.Helpful links:Push for Change e-book access (Use password to open the PDF: W22G9ee7)www.SkidrowCEO.comFind Joe on LinkedIn or book JoePlant-based documentaries (Earthlings inspired Marie to go plant-based)Marie’s creative business and Facebook pageBrittany’s Sourdough Course and podcast episodeRecipes mentioned from Recipe Club: Eggless Egg Salad, Marinated Carrot Dogs, and Caesar DressingMolly’s coaching program, Drop It Club⁠Subscribe to Molly’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sweary Saturday Love LettersAbout JoeJoe Roberts aka The Skidrow CEO is an expert on resilience and change. Having experienced both catastrophic failure and extraordinary success Joe teaches how to overcome the roadblocks that get in the way of high performance.He helps companies and individuals redefine what’s truly possible by confronting limiting mindsets. Participants at Joes’ events leave inspired and moved to action.What is most amazing about Joe is that in 1989 he was living on the streets of Vancouver as a homeless skid row addict. Through perseverance, determination and his resilient human spirit, Joe pulled himself out of darkness and despair, to become a highly respected business and community leader.

What happens when a person goes from junk food, processed meats, and boxed convenience foods to eating mostly plant-based?In this episode, Brittany from Clean Food Dirty Girl shares the messy path that took her from growing up on a highly processed Standard American Diet to building a plant-powered family with her three kids.She talks about discovering farmers markets and community gardening after moving to Washington, and the crisp fall day when she fell in love with fresh produce. She also shares how Clean Food Dirty Girl’s meal plans helped transform the way she feeds her family and taught her how to cook without oil, dairy, or animal products, which ultimately led her to work for our team.Whether your family is surviving on highly processed foods, not ready to give up the cheese, or you're already dabbling in plant-based meals, Brittany shares practical tips to help you go from SAD to Dirty in the most delicious way.Early vegetarian influences and what was hung on the fridgeWhat she typed into the keyboard that night, drunk, to find Clean Food Dirty GirlThe insight that a toddler probably shouldn’t be eating CheetosShe shares her top tips that help her family be plant-poweredWhy you don't need to go all-in overnightHelpful links:Want to go from SAD to Dirty? Start with one of these member-favorite Quickie Meals ASAP.Recipes mentioned or highly suggested by Brittany: Cheesy Broccoli Soup, Smoky Gouda Cheesy Sauce, Queso BlancoMeal Plans mentioned or highly suggested by Brittany: Simple Ring Your Bell, Rockin’ Ramen, Simple Mixed Bag, Simple Saucy Southwest, Dad’s DayBest for Beginner’s meal plan collectionPlant-Powered Carryout meal plan collectionsFeeding a Plant-Based Family on a BudgetA Plant Lover’s Road Trip from Seattle to Glacier (with Kids Who Kinda Wanted to Come)My Sourdough Course and the caprese toast that gets all the omnis attentionStart a free trial to Meal Plan Club

Many years ago, I was on vacation and stayed with a friend for part of my trip. As I was leaving, she said, "I’ve never met somebody with the willpower as you. You have such strong willpower to eat the way that you do."I remember feeling confused since I wasn’t using willpower at all.I don't eat a whole-food plant-based diet because I have perfect self-control.I eat this way because I genuinely love it. I crave it. I can't imagine eating any other way.That's when it clicked.When people struggle to eat a whole-food plant-based diet consistently, it's often because they're relying on willpower.But when you truly love the food you're eating, you don't have to force yourself to choose it.You just eat this way, it’s a part of your life.Over the past decade of helping thousands of people transition to a whole-food plant-based lifestyle, I've noticed a pattern.The people who no longer feel like they're "trying" to eat this way consistently get three things right with their meals.I call it the plant-based trifecta, and I’ll tell you all about it in this episode.I’ll share the exact trifecta that will transform the way you eat plantsWhy healthy eating has way less to do with willpower than you've been led to believeHow to eat enough food to feel physically fullWhy nutrients matter just as much as calories when it comes to feeling satisfiedHow flavor, texture, color, and variety make healthy food crave-worthyEasy ways to tweak your meals when something feels like it's missingHow to build meals you genuinely look forward to eatingHelpful links:Start a free trial to Meal Plan ClubDrop It Club: Plant-Powered Weight LossAbout Clean Food Dirty GirlClean Food Dirty Girl helps people eat more plants while celebrating imperfection. Subscribe to our podcast for whole-food plant-based eating inspiration and permission to be perfectly imperfect. Sign up for our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free trial to Meal Plan ClubGet instant access to all of our whole-food plant-based recipes for just $12 per month with Recipe ClubLose weight in a kind, sustainable way with Drop It Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Molly’s ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sweary Saturday Love Letters