Lighten Up, Eat More Plants with Ali Essig

If you’ve ever thought, I know I should eat healthier… but where do I even start? — this episode is for you.

Learning how to eat more vegetables doesn’t have to mean going fully vegan, giving up your favorite foods, or flipping your entire life upside down. In this conversation with nutritionist and Plantwise founder Ali Essig, we talk about simple, realistic shifts that can dramatically improve your energy, heart health, and long-term wellness.

After her 37-year-old husband suffered a stroke with no clear cause, Ali dove deep into research and discovered something powerful: small, consistent changes — especially eating more plants — can transform your health. And it doesn’t have to be all or nothing.

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In this episode you’ll learn

• How to eat more vegetables without going completely plant-based

• Why most Americans aren’t getting enough fiber (and how to fix it naturally)

• The connection between saturated fat, cholesterol, and heart health

• Simple swaps to lower cholesterol through food

• Why flexibility works better than an all-or-nothing mindset

• How small daily changes can increase energy and support sustainable weight loss

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Connect with Ali Essig

• Plantwhys on Instagram