Can eating a plant-based diet revolutionize your health? If you ask Susan Smith Jones, the answer is a resounding yes. In the latest episode of the Veganpreneur REVOLUTION™
Podcast hosts VLynn Hawkins and Kathleen Gate engage in a compelling conversation with Susan, a renowned author, coach, and advocate. The episode explores Susan’s journey toward optimal health, her staunch support for plant-based nutrition, and her practical tips for achieving wellness.
The Journey to Health: From Adversity to Advocacy
Susan’s journey to health began with a personal crisis in her teenage years. Following a family tragedy, she faced numerous health challenges, including weight gain and various ailments. A turning point came when her grandmother, a passionate advocate of natural living, introduced Susan to a lifestyle centered around whole foods and natural remedies. This pivotal experience ignited Susan’s passion for plant-based eating and natural healing, shaping her future career and advocacy.
Plant-Based Eating: The Key to Vitality
Throughout the podcast, Susan underscores the vital role of a plant-based diet in maintaining health and vitality. She explains how a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole foods can prevent and even reverse many common health issues. Susan’s books, Uplifted and A Hug in a Mug, provide in-depth guidance on plant-based nutrition, including practical recipes and tips for incorporating superfoods into daily routines.
The Power of Positivity: Integrating Mind, Body, and Spirit
Susan emphasizes the importance of a positive mindset in achieving holistic health. She advocates for nurturing the body, mind, and spirit through good sleep, regular physical activity, and a positive outlook. Susan believes that this comprehensive approach enhances overall wellness and builds resilience.
Enhancing Your Daily Routine: Practical Tips and Advice
Susan provides practical tips for incorporating plant-based habits into everyday life. She suggests starting with manageable changes, such as adding more fruits and vegetables to meals or swapping processed snacks for whole foods. Susan also recommends keeping a food journal to track dietary changes and their effects on health, offering a tangible way to monitor progress and stay motivated.
Mindful Eating: Building a Healthier Relationship with Food
A significant aspect of Susan’s advice is the practice of mindful eating. She explains how paying attention to the quality of food, savoring each bite, and listening to the body’s hunger cues can lead to a more balanced and satisfying eating experience. Mindful eating enhances digestion and fosters a deeper appreciation for the nutritional value of plant-based foods.
Community and Support: Finding Like-Minded Individuals
Susan highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with a supportive community. She encourages listeners to connect with local plant-based groups, online forums, or social media communities dedicated to plant-based living. Building relationships with others who share similar health goals can provide valuable support, inspiration, and accountability.
The Long-Term Benefits of a plant-Based Lifestyle
Susan reflects on the long-term benefits of embracing a plant-based lifestyle. She points out the potential for improved physical health, increased energy levels, and a greater sense of overall well-being. By making conscious choices and staying committed to plant-based principles, individuals can achieve lasting health benefits and contribute to a more compassionate and sustainable world.
Episode Highlights
[00:00] Introduction
[03:00] A grandmother’s wise advise.
[08:00] Spices for health.
[16:15] The number one predictor of longevity.
[26:00] The power of “earthing”.
[32:00] Secrets to easy digestion.
[38:00] Peace be still.
[45:00] Health benefits of alkaline foods.
About Susan Smith Jones
For a woman with three of America’s most ordinary names, holistic health and lifestyle educator and founder/president of her own Los Angeles-based Health Unlimited consulting firm, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions to the fields of high-level wellness.
With 30 years at UCLA teaching students, staff and faculty how to be healthy and fit, Susan has established herself as one of the world’s foremost experts on nutrition and vitality, human potential, healthy living practices, natural remedies and balanced living. She is the author of many bestselling books and over 2,500 magazine articles.
Her latest book titles include UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Peace, Kindness & Vitality and, just released, which we are debuting here today is… A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Fruits, Veggies, Juices, Soups, Spices, Teas & Healthy Living Extras.
Susan created these two books to be a complete set of health- and life-enriching information for whole-body, head to toe rejuvenation. Selected as one of 10 Healthy American Fitness Leaders by the President’s Council on Physical Fitness & Sports, Susan teaches that the body is designed to be self-repairing, self-renewing and self-sustaining and that the power to live a radiantly healthy life is within everyone’s grasp.
Susan is in a unique position to testify on the efficacy of her basic message that health is the result of choice and commitment. When her back was fractured in an automobile accident, her physician told her that she would never be able to carry “anything heavier than a small purse.” Susan chose not to accept this verdict; within six months, there was no longer any pain or evidence of the fracture. Soon, she fully regained her health and active lifestyle. Susan attributes her healing to her whole-foods, Plant-based diet (with an emphasis on raw foods), faith, determination and a deep commitment to expressing her highest, God-given potential. Since that time, she has been constantly active in spreading the message that anyone can choose radiant health and physical, mental and spiritual revitalization.
Her two latest books are easily available on Amazon and in bookstores. If you would like a very special, personally autographed copy of either of Susan’s two latest books, UPLIFTED and A HUG IN A MUG, which include a handwritten notecard from her along with a bookmark that can be sent to you or to anyone you wish, refer to the book page on Susan’s website.
For more info on Susan and her work, or to order autographed books or to sign up for her free, monthly Healthy Living Newsletters , please visit: www.SusanSmithJones.com and join her on X @SusanSmithJones.
About Kathleen Gage
Kathleen Gage is a multifaceted professional, renowned as the founder of Vegan Visibility and co-founder of Vegan Visibility Productions. With certifications in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Plant-Based Nutrition from eCornell University, she’s a seasoned business consultant, keynote speaker, and marketing strategist.
Kathleen’s impact extends to hosting the Vegan Visibility Virtual Summit, a niche event supporting vegan and Plant-based entrepreneurs with top-tier training from industry experts. Since establishing her business in 1994, she’s navigated economic challenges across various sectors, including high-tech, healthcare, and publishing.
Her influential voice resonates through popular podcasts like “Vegan Visibility” and “plant Based Eating for Health,” where she advocates for a sustainable, compassionate world and provides guidance to thousands globally. Moreover, as an award-winning speaker and past president of Utah’s National Speakers Association chapter, Kathleen excels in crafting effective marketing strategies.
Kathleen is a founding member of SAGE Circle Alliance, an organization dedicated to a Plant-based lifestyle, animal compassion, and environmental regeneration. Founded by a group of passionate change-makers and thought leaders, Sage Circle Alliance aims to inspire individuals to make positive lifestyle changes for the benefit of future generations.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Kathleen resides in Central Oregon, where she champions animal rescue and enjoys outdoor activities. Her commitment to creating a more compassionate and sustainable world shines through in both her personal and professional pursuits.
About VLynn Hawkins
VLynn Hawkins is a formidable figure at the intersection of vegan entrepreneurship, extreme athleticism, and business leadership. As the Co-Founder of Vegan Visibility Productions and the Chief Executive/Engagement Officer at P3Academy, she channels her expertise to elevate health and wellness businesses. With over three decades in commercial real estate lending, VLynn boasts a track record of leading high-performing teams to exceptional success, consistently generating substantial revenue for multi-billion dollar enterprises.
Transitioning from her corporate career, VLynn’s journey towards holistic wellness began after a knee injury redirected her focus. Exploring healing modalities like tapping, NLP, and hypnotherapy, she discovered a passion for holistic health practices. Today, armed with certifications in business development, hypnotherapy, joint venture brokering, and digital marketing, VLynn empowers Healthpreneurs to thrive in their endeavors.
As a Certified Plant-Based Ambassador, VLynn passionately advocates for the transformative power of a Whole Food, Plant-Based Vegan lifestyle. She hosts the insightful “Health Wisdom & Wealth Show,” sharing invaluable insights into holistic living. Additionally, VLynn serves as the CEO of CrowdfundingHacker.org, assisting small businesses and nonprofits in fundraising for impactful projects.
VLynn is a founding member of SAGE Circle Alliance, an organization dedicated to a plant-based lifestyle, animal compassion, and environmental regeneration. Founded by a group of passionate change-makers and thought leaders, Sage Circle Alliance aims to inspire individuals to make positive lifestyle changes for the benefit of future generations.
Based in Atlanta, GA, VLynn enjoys an active lifestyle, often engaging in workouts and leisurely walks with her Cairn Terrier, Hiro. Her multifaceted skill set and unwavering dedication make her an influential advocate for veganism, health entrepreneurship, and impactful business strategies.
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