Episodes

  • #68 Macro Magic: The Keto Vegan Guide to Fats, Proteins & Carbs

    #68 Macro Magic: The Keto Vegan Guide to Fats, Proteins & Carbs
    Oct 31 2024

    Welcome to The Keto Vegan! Today, I’m diving into the world of macros—those little percentages of carbs, proteins, and fats that fuel our keto journey. If you’ve ever felt like you need a degree to figure out your ideal macro balance, you’re not alone! In this episode, I’m simplifying the process, or at least trying to! From fats to plant-powered proteins and carb counts that won’t drive you crazy, get ready to unlock the magic of macros and make keto vegan life easier, healthier, and a whole lot more fun.
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    8 mins
  • #67 From Noise to Knowing: How to Trust Your Body

    #67 From Noise to Knowing: How to Trust Your Body
    Oct 16 2024

    How did I start getting out of my head and into spiritual awareness?

    “When we get out of our heads and get into our breath and our body we will find the centre, the beautiful core that is love, that we are…”

    “We are diamonds, covered in shit, and we try to polish the shit to make the shine come out, basically we need to get rid of the shit!”

    “We cannot love anyone else unless we love ourselves.”

    Valuable Resources

    Abraham Hicks subscription and book: The Law of Attraction. Ask and It Is Given. https://www.abraham-hicks.com/ For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    Host Bio

    Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.

    Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-vegan

    Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts

    Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067

    Email: contact@rachelgtherapy.co.uk

    https://theketovegan.podbean.com/
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    17 mins
  • #66 Don’t D-cry! Vegan Tips for Strong Bones This Winter

    #66 Don’t D-cry! Vegan Tips for Strong Bones This Winter
    Oct 9 2024
    Welcome to The Keto Vegan Podcast, with me, Rachel! As the crisp autumn air sets in and sunlight 🌥️becomes a bit more scarce, it's a perfect time to think about how we can keep our bodies nourished and healthy through the changing seasons. Today, we're diving into an essential topic—bone health and vitamin D, especially for us living in the northern hemisphere. Did you know that from October to March, the lack of sunlight here means we’re unable to produce enough vitamin D naturally? This is a crucial piece of the puzzle because vitamin D helps our bodies absorb calcium, which is vital for maintaining strong bones. But don't worry, there are plant-based🪴 ways to make sure we're covered. We’ll also explore vegan-friendly sources of vitamin D and supplements, including the best options for those of us who want to avoid animal-derived ingredients like sheep-grease!! Yuck! 😝 So, grab a cozy blanket and a nice Pinot-Noir 🍷as we explore how to maintain our bone health in the cold months—and remember, you don’t need to compromise on your vegan lifestyle to get the nutrients your body needs! Let's get into it. Key Takeaways A microgram (mcg) is 1,000 times smaller than a milligram (mg). The word microgram is sometimes written with the Greek symbol μ followed by the letter g (μg). Sometimes the amount of vitamin D is expressed as International Units (IU). 1 microgram of vitamin D is equal to 40 IU. So 10 micrograms of vitamin D is equal to 400 IU.]Many Vitamin D supplements are made from the oil of sheep’s wool – basically Sheep Grease! No matter how well looked after these sheep are I think that’s a ‘NO’ from me!How much Vit D should we supplement in the winter every day? Best moments “Thank you to our amazing vegan plant-based companies that are producing for us so many wonderful proteins.” Valuable Resources For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-howFor a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-howEric Berg Vitamin D Toxicity: Is This a Danger? https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3286216338364128&rdid=eF38lMc38ygCfGd5The Big Lie about Vitamin D – Dr. Eric Berg DC https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=419978437691215&rdid=HNZWX6ZRpMzJ2JqRMayo Clinic Proceedings: “Vitamin D Is Not as Toxic as Was Once Thought: A Historical and an Up-to-Date Perspective” May 2015: https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(15)00244-X/fulltextMayoClinic: What is vitamin D toxicity? Should I be worried about taking supplements? Answer From Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D.https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/vitamin-d-toxicity/faq-20058108com: Common Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency and How to Treat Them https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/vitamin-d-deficiency-symptoms#_noHeaderPrefixedContentThe Greasy Truth Behind Vitamin D https://ora.organic/en-gb/blogs/news/the-greasy-truth-behind-vitamin-d?srsltid=AfmBOop_uHAJZdQv-XzJTTaV6ocUf1wRdrDJPNf9I_Iu9jZZ1tDFsJFnWhat is lichen? https://ora.organic/blogs/news/what-is-lichenNHS: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/vitamin-d/WebMD Vitamin D - Uses, Side Effects, and More https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-929/vitamin-d Host Bio Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle. Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-veganWatch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcastsFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067Email: contact@rachelgtherapy.co.ukhttps://theketovegan.podbean.com/
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    20 mins
  • #65 Crafting Keto Cocktails: The Secret Behind Rachel's Hot Lips Martini

    #65 Crafting Keto Cocktails: The Secret Behind Rachel's Hot Lips Martini
    Oct 3 2024

    Welcome to The Keto Vegan! I’m Rachel, and I’m so excited to share a special episode with you today. I’ve been experimenting with homemade liqueurs, including my own orange and raspberry creations, and I can’t wait to tell you all about them. I’ll also be showing you how to make my signature cocktail—the Hot Lips Martini—using my freshly made orange liqueur. So, grab a seat, sip along with me, and let’s dive into this delicious keto-vegan journey together!

    Ingredients:

    ¼ cup Truvia for Baking Caster sugar to go with ½ litre of vodka Peel the oranges, don’t use the juice, just the peel. Raspberries – 2 packs. Every day give a good shake – make sure you have an airtight container (unlike me!)
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    7 mins
  • #64 Vegan Pest Control: A Bug's Life!

    #64 Vegan Pest Control: A Bug's Life!
    Sep 26 2024

    Welcome back, my fellow plant-powered, keto-crushing, animal-loving listeners to another episode of 'The Keto Vegan'! Today, we’re diving into a topic every vegan has probably scratched their head over—literally. Yep, we’re talking about the creepy crawlies! From head lice that seem to think your hair is a five-star resort, to ants who’ve mistaken your kitchen for Coachella or Glastonbury . And don’t even get me started on those fungus gnats treating your houseplants like their own personal jungle gym. So, what’s a vegan to do? Break out the magnifying glass, a moral compass, and maybe some lavender oil? Let’s find out!

    • Cinnamon oil and peppermint oil are fragrant ways to stop ants coming into your home.
    • Pinot Noir is the red wine of my choice! Ketosis not affected by it at all (weeing on those sticks again!)
    • Vegans against head-lice: Self-Defence is the only way!
    • What do vegan parents do when their children have head-lice?
    • “What do vegans do about headlice?” “Not eat them!!”
    • “You want to remove the eggs as well as the nits!!”
    • “Lice are parasitic insects that infests the hairs of the human head and feed from blood from the scalp.” Sounds good doesn’t it”

    Valuable Resources

    For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    Host Bio

    Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.

    Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-vegan

    Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts

    Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067

    Email: contact@rachelgtherapy.co.uk

    https://theketovegan.podbean.com/
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    22 mins
  • #63 Tofu Transformation: 3 Keto-Friendly Ways to Love It!

    #63 Tofu Transformation: 3 Keto-Friendly Ways to Love It!
    Sep 18 2024

    Welcome to The Keto Vegan Podcast! Today, Rachel is diving into a topic she once had strong feelings about—Tofu. For the longest time, she hated tofu—the texture, the bland taste, it just didn’t work. But over time, Rachel discovered a few game-changing ways to prepare tofu that transformed her opinion completely. In this episode, she’ll share three delicious, keto-friendly methods that made tofu not only bearable but truly enjoyable. Whether you're a tofu skeptic or a fan looking for fresh ideas, you’re in the right place. Let’s get cooking!

    Thai green curry

    • 3 packs of Pressed Tofu 3x280g Carbs 9.24g Fat 65.52g
    • 400g baby button mushrooms Carbs 0 Fat 0g
    • Green Curry Paste (Thai Taste) Carbs 12.5g Fat 3g
    • 250g Pak Choi Carbs 4.5g Fat 0g
    • 2 Aubergines Carbs 8g Fat 0g
    • 1 Green Bell Papper Carbs 2.5g Fat 0g
    • 1 pack spring onions 100g Carbs 2.9g Fat 0g
    • 8 cloves garlic Carbs 1g Fat 0g
    • 3 cans coconut Milk (400ml per can) Carbs 32.4 Fat 177.6g
    • 2 cans water chestnuts (225g per can) Carbs 22.5 Fat 0g
    • Cauliflower florets 900g bag Carbs 31.5 Fat 0g
    • TOTAL Carbs 127.04 Fat 246.12

    Made 26 portions. Per portion: Carbs 4.9g Fat 9.5g

    Valuable Resources

    For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    Host Bio

    Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.

    Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-vegan

    Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts

    Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067

    Email: contact@rachelgtherapy.co.uk

    https://theketovegan.podbean.com/
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    15 mins
  • #62 Obesity and Dieting: The Weight of the Problem

    #62 Obesity and Dieting: The Weight of the Problem
    Sep 11 2024

    In this episode of The Keto Vegan podcast 🥦, we explore the global obesity crisis and the challenges of dieting 🥬. With 64% of adults in the UK overweight and 1 in 8 people worldwide living with obesity, this issue is more urgent than ever. We ask: if obesity were treated like addiction, would governments take stronger action?

    We dive into why diets so often fail, with 95% of people regaining lost weight due to restrictive eating and biological changes that make weight loss harder. We also discuss the psychological toll of obesity, where 82% of people blame themselves for their condition, leading to shame and missed opportunities for help.

    But it’s not all bad news. We introduce the vegan keto diet as a sustainable solution for weight loss, focusing on nutrient-dense, plant-based foods. Throughout the episode, we share practical tips on how to implement this lifestyle and tackle common dieting challenges.

    We also look at the role of the food industry in promoting ultra-processed foods 🍩🍧 and the need for stricter regulations to protect public health, especially for children. With personal stories and real-world advice, this episode offers both insight and inspiration for those looking to make healthier changes.

    Information Links from Episode

    Are you 7x more likely to die from obesity than smoking? I did my research AFTER the episode! 🤦‍♀️. Here’s the research. I wasn’t completely wrong – it may not be 7x but it is growing:

    • The Health Risks of Obesity https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RB4549.html
    • Obesity Is More Deadly Than Smoking – Here’s Why https://www.orlandohealth.com/content-hub/obesity-is-more-deadly-than-smoking-heres-why

    Dy’s Episode – Mental Health and Keto. #18 How Keto Vegan Changed Dy’s Life: A Bipolar Survivor’s Story

    • YouTube https://youtu.be/BXunW-tBQtA
    • Podcast: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-58udh-14e9e3c

    Research for this episode:

    Weight-Loss Statistics 2024 March 29th 2024 US article https://www.greatgreenwall.org/supplements/weight-loss-statistics/

    Diet Failure Statistics 2024 – US article https://www.greatgreenwall.org/supplements/diet-failure-statistics/

    UK children shorter, fatter and sicker amid poor diet and poverty, report finds The Guardian March 29, 2024 https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/jun/19/uk-children-shorter-fatter-and-sicker-amid-poor-diet-and-poverty-report-finds

    Valuable Resources

    For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    Host Bio

    Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.

    Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-vegan

    Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts

    Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067

    Email: contact@rachelgtherapy.co.uk

    https://theketovegan.podbean.com/
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    24 mins
  • #61 Beyond Diets: It’s All In Your Head!

    #61 Beyond Diets: It’s All In Your Head!
    Sep 4 2024

    Welcome to The Keto Vegan Podcast! 🌱✨

    In this episode I talk about my personal experiences of how I best lose weight. And, surprise, surprise, it’s nothing to do with the food. It’s ALL about the mindset! We all know what to do to lose weight, so why don’t we do it consistently? It’s about taking full responsibility and recognising that every moment is a choice.

    In this episode, I also discuss about the book “Whole Brain Living” by Jill Bolte Taylor. This fascinating book explores the four different characters in our brain and their unique roles. One of these characters, Character 2, is responsible for so much of our behaviour and choices!

    Join us as we explore these topics and more, helping you navigate the keto vegan lifestyle with confidence and joy. Let’s get started! 🎧🌿

    #IAmEnough #There is nothing more important that you feel good. Abraham Hicks

    Jill Bolte Taylor

    • Website: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/
    • Ted Talk “My Stroke of Insight” on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyyjU8fzEYU
    • Book from Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Whole-Brain-Living-Anatomy-Characters/dp/1788176987/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-MaUtN3U7u5Ee9FUN1IaKHklKWpTR3k2x_cs3CqbD6MIFvrJJhlpbqPTUHm5BmGkVbSWmhg6sh-2-6ObuvzsqlQANwyAiPDUJzcwo6ACVqA.grUmQbacktSmLWHF-LriXNeTQhMG1NEl9LyIxb5Gizc&qid=1725458160&sr=8-1

    Valuable Resources

    • Links to my Ghinn’s Tonic blog on the brain: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/our-incredible-brain
    • My @RachelGhinn YouTube channel with various visualisations and trances: https://www.youtube.com/@rachelghinn
    • For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
    • For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how

    Host Bio

    • Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.
    • Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-vegan
    • Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts
    • Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067
    • Email: contact@rachelgtherapy.co.uk
    • https://theketovegan.podbean.com/
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    16 mins