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08/05/2026

Whole Grains 101: Simple Swaps for Better Health | The Basics Podcast

Are whole grains really healthier? What counts as a whole grain? And how can you add them to your meals without making eating healthy more complicated?

In this episode of The Basics Podcast, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about whole grains. You’ll learn the difference between whole and refined grains, why fiber matters, and simple ways to add nutrient-rich grains to your everyday meals.
Whether you’re trying to improve your energy, support digestion, stay fuller longer, or simply make healthier food choices, this episode will help you understand why whole grains deserve a place on your plate.

In this episode, we discuss:

✅ What whole grains are and how they differ from refined grains
✅ Why whole grains support digestion, energy, and satiety
✅ Examples of healthy whole grains like oats, quinoa, barley, farro, millet, and brown rice
✅ Easy whole grain breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks
✅ Simple meal prep and batch cooking strategies
✅ Common myths and barriers around carbs and whole grains

If you enjoyed this episode, please watch, like, and share with someone who’s trying to eat healthier.

Learn more and stay up-to-date on upcoming episodes: https://www.meatlessmeals.net/the-basics-podcast

07/08/2026

Tune into our latest episode on plant protein—link in bio or previous post to watch the full episode!

07/08/2026

Soy myths… busted 🌱

Tune into our latest episode on plant protein—link in bio or previous post to watch the full episode!

07/01/2026

Everyone’s talking protein… let’s talk plants 🌱💪

This episode simplifies plant protein—what it is, where to get it, and why it matters.

👉 Watch, like, and share with someone who’s confused about protein

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Everyone’s talking protein… let’s talk plants 🌱💪This episode simp...

06/03/2026

Fat is one of the most misunderstood parts of nutrition… so today, we’re clearing it up.

In this episode, we break down:

✔️ What dietary fat actually is
✔️ Why it’s so easy to overeat (without realizing it)
✔️ The difference between saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats
✔️ Where fat shows up in your everyday meals
✔️ How to approach fat in a balanced, plant-forward way

No fear, no extremes—just the basics that actually stick 💚

👉 This week’s simple challenge: Start noticing where your fat is coming from and experiment with more whole-food sources.

🎧 Tune in now + get ready for next week’s episode on protein! Click the link in bio to subscribe to and stay up to date on future episodes.

06/03/2026

Fat is one of the most misunderstood parts of nutrition… so today, we’re clearing it up.

In this episode, we break down:

✔️ What dietary fat actually is
✔️ Why it’s so easy to overeat (without realizing it)
✔️ The difference between saturated, unsaturated, and trans fats
✔️ Where fat shows up in your everyday meals
✔️ How to approach fat in a balanced, plant-forward way

No fear, no extremes just the basics that actually stick 💚

👉 This week’s simple challenge: Start noticing where your fat is coming from and experiment with more whole-food sources.

🎧 Tune in now + get ready for next week’s episode on protein!

Click the link in below to subscribe to and stay up to date on future episodes.

https://www.meatlessmeals.net/the-basics-podcast



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Fat is one of the most misunderstood parts of nutrition… so today, ...

06/02/2026

VegeCooking and I are breaking down the truth about dietary fat. What to know, what to skip, and what actually matters.

Hit subscribe using the link in bio to stay up to date on new episodes. Stay tuned for our newest episode about dietary fat dropping tomorrow!

06/02/2026

New episode of The Basics drops tomorrow 🌱

and I are breaking down the truth about dietary fat. What to know, what to skip, and what actually matters.

Hit subscribe using the link in bio to stay up to date on new episodes.

05/06/2026

In Episode 5 of The Basics Podcast, Emily from ⁩ and Dawn from ⁩ break down the confusion, myths, and fear around fruit and carbohydrates—without perfection, restriction, or diet culture nonsense.



✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:



Why fruit is a foundation food, not a fear food

How fiber, whole foods, and balance matter more than sugar numbers

The difference between carbs that support your energy and habits vs. ones that hijack them

A simple decision framework you can use this week—no tracking required

Myth‑busting answers to questions like:



Is fruit too sugary?

Are potatoes bad carbs?

What about fruit and insulin resistance?



✅ Weekly Challenge:



This week, add—don’t subtract:

• Add 1 fruit you genuinely enjoy

• Add 1 whole‑food carb you’ve been avoiding (oats, beans, potatoes, rice, etc.)



🎧 Watch now and learn how to think about fruit and carbs without fear.

👉 Click the link in my bio to subscribe for monthly episodes with practical, science‑grounded steps that actually stick.

👍 Like, comment, and share with someone who’s tired of food rules.

05/06/2026

In Episode 5 of The Basics Podcast, Emily from Meatless Meals, LLC⁩ and Dawn from VegeCooking break down the confusion, myths, and fear around fruit and carbohydrates—without perfection, restriction, or diet culture nonsense.

✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why fruit is a foundation food, not a fear food
How fiber, whole foods, and balance matter more than sugar numbers
The difference between carbs that support your energy and habits vs. ones that hijack them
A simple decision framework you can use this week—no tracking required

Myth‑busting answers to questions like:

Is fruit too sugary?
Are potatoes bad carbs?
What about fruit and insulin resistance?

✅ Weekly Challenge:

This week, add—don’t subtract:
• Add 1 fruit you genuinely enjoy
• Add 1 whole‑food carb you’ve been avoiding (oats, beans, potatoes, rice, etc.)

🎧 Watch now and learn how to think about fruit and carbs without fear.

👉 Click the link below to subscribe for monthly episodes with practical, science‑grounded steps that actually stick.

👍 Like, comment, and share with someone who’s tired of food rules.

In Episode 5 of The Basics Podcast, Emily from and Dawn from break down the confusion, myths, and fear around fruit and carbohyd...