Do we need to worry about “complete” proteins? Why might some people be underestimating their protein needs? How did nutrition challenges during pregnancy lead Monica to start a company? What happens when Coach K asks tough questions about moving from vegetarian to vegan? Get these questions (and more) answered in this episode.
Dr. Monica Bhatia is the co-founder and co-CEO of EQUII. She’s a biotech manufacturing, ingredient, and fermentation expert with an impressive background in building sustainable products, including biofuels and oils for foods and cosmetics. She has a PhD in biochemistry from the University of South Carolina. Her journey with EQUII began in her kitchen, where her vegetarian lifestyle inspired her to explore ways to integrate nutritious food seamlessly into daily life. This initial spark of ingenuity eventually led her to establish EQUII and develop its revolutionary fermentation technology, together with co-founders Dr. Baljit Ghotra and Chef Sebastien Canonne.
NBSV 086: Dr. Chana Davis on processed foods, and limitations of "whole foods only" veganism
NBSV 085: Val the Vegan Therapist on navigating the emotional and social challenges of veganism and coping with anxiety
NBSV 084: Devon Hoholuk on eating disorders and veganism--intersections, harmful messaging, recovery, and more
NBSV 083: Mountaineer Jason Addy on being vegan since 1992, and his self-propelled mountain treks
NBSV 082: Aesthetic-driven fitness in the vegan community (balancing health, body, & fitness goals)
NBSV 081: Muzammil Ahmad on the lack of nutrition education in med school & what he's doing about it
NBSV 080: Chef Guy Vaknin has served 2 million vegan meals with his Beyond Sushi brand in NYC
NBSV 079: Bradie S. Crandall busts myths on climate change, cattle farming, organic crops, & GMOs
NBSV 078: Robby Barbaro on mastering diabetes and insulin resistance with a plant-based diet
NBSV 077: Coach Ren Jones on race, equality, and inclusiveness in the fitness industry
NBSV 076: Vegan environmental science prof Dr. Greg Schwartz on fighting climate change with your diet
NBSV 075: Jon Goodman on many ways "hustling" is B.S., and focusing on one thing to achieve success
NBSV 074: Susan Levin on 4 ways the vegan diet is optimal for athletes, and the PCRM’s recommendations for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
NBSV 073: GiGi Carter and Alissa Nash on the increasing number of Black vegans, and whether veganism should include human rights
NBSV 072: Bradie S. Crandall shares 6 reasons why a vegan diet is beneficial for strength athletes (+ book announcement!)
NBSV 071: Ask Me Anything--21 listener questions answered about fitness, nutrition, and veganism
NBSV 070: Why vegans shouldn't support PETA, and how to assess whether an animal sanctuary is legit
NBSV 069: Dr. Scott Lear on exercising and eating well while we're staying home
NBSV 068: Nailing your fitness goals during a pandemic (Part 1): Mike Howard on 4 mindset strategies and at-home fat loss
NBSV 067: From butcher to vegan bodybuilder: Fraser Bayley's story, and powerful insights on mindset
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