Eat Meat Sparingly: a Word of Wisdom Podcast
Episodes
Aligning Energy and Nutrition: Insights from Carolyn Cooper
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly - A Word of Wisdom podcast, host Ali Esig interviews Carolyn Cooper, founder of the Simply Align Method. They di...
The Importance of Self-Compassion During the Holidays
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly,' host Ali Essig discusses the upcoming Plant Wise Jumpstart program, starting in January, which focuses on eat...
Journey of Overcoming a Stroke and Embracing a Plant-Based Diet
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly, A Word of Wisdom' podcast, host Ali Esig is joined by her husband Lincoln, as they celebrate a vacatio...
The Spirituality of Food: How What We Eat Affects Our Mind, Body, and Soul
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the profound connection between food and spirituality.. Ali explores the spiritual significance of food in religio...
How to Enjoy Holiday Food and Still Lose Weight: Your Healthy Holiday Blueprint
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grab our Black Friday Deal Here: https://www.plantwhys.com/course In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali Essig shares insights from a workshop she...
The ONE Habit That Builds More Muscle Than Protein (Nobody Talks About This!)
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerhouse episode, Ali breaks down exactly what it takes to transition to a plant-based lifestyle, build real strength, and finally see resul...
The PCOS Blueprint: The 30/30/30 Plant-Based Method that will Significantly Improve Your Symptoms
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Ali breaks down PCOS in a simple, faith-aligned, science-backed way. You’ll learn what PCOS actually is, why it’s so strongl...
This Should Be Standard Care for Neuropathy & Kidney Failure… But It Isn’t
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Neuropathy and kidney failure are usually managed, not healed—often with medications, side effects, and a gradual decline. In this episode, Ali expl...
The TRUTH About Eggs: Are They a Superfood or Silent Risk?
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are eggs actually healthy — or are we just cracking open old myths? 🥚 In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig...
The Breast Cancer Truth No One’s Talking About 💗 (And What You Can Actually Do)
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — but awareness is only half the story. In this episode, Ali Essig (plant-based nutritionist and Pilates in...
The Hidden Truth About Cheese That’s Wrecking Women’s Hormones 😳
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this eye-opening episode, Ali uncovers what’s really hiding behind our favorite comfort food—cheese. From the day her husband suffered a stroke...
I Did a Triathlon (Even Though I Couldn’t Swim 😅)
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig opens up about her first triathlon experience — from not knowin...
The Hidden Layer of the Word of Wisdom No One Talks About
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Slides to my Presentation: Embodiment and the Divine Mother in the Word of Wisdom https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1AijsKWrLo5InoycteHFDXublulv7...
Understanding Wisdom and Heavenly Mother in the Word of Wisdom
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of 'Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast,' host Ali Essig welcomes special guests Sherry and Victor from MotherInHeaven.com. T...
The Environmental Impact of Factory Farming: Fact vs Fiction
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode: Factory Farming & the Environment—Why Your Food Choices Matter Summary: Ali unpacks how modern factory farming (CAFOs) impacts greenhou...
He Said No to Chemo at 26—Here’s What Happened: An Interview with Chris Wark
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Ali interviews Chris Wark, a 21-year cancer survivor, patient advocate, and bestselling author (Chris Beat Cancer, Beat Cancer Ki...
The Untold Truth About Diabetes, Protein, and Fat with Dr. Cyrus Khambatta
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amla Green Link: https://www.amlagreen.com/plantwhys What if everything you’ve been told about diabetes and diet was incomplete—or eve...
Debunking the 'Drama of the Comma' and Why Meat “All the Time, Sparingly” Makes No Sense
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the entire way we read the Word of Wisdom about eating meat came down to… one comma? In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali Essig takes ...
What Are We Not Paying Attention To That We Need To?
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is a powerful blend of scripture, science, and soul-searching. As we prepare to study the Word of Wisdom in church, I want to re...
Glyphosate vs. Meat: Which Is the Bigger Risk?
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We hear a lot of noise about GMOs, glyphosate, seed oils, and whether organic food is worth it. But here’s the bigger question: are we even worrying...
Is a Plant-Based Diet a Doctrine of Devils? A Faithful Response to 1 Timothy 4
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if choosing to eat fewer animal products wasn’t “anti-human”… but actually deeply Christlike? In this eye-opening episode, Ali Esig respo...
When Willpower Isn’t Enough: How to Actually Break the Emotional Eating Cycle
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know what to eat. So why are cookies calling your name at 9pm? In today’s episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali tackles one of the most frustrating...
Why It Pleases the Lord When We Don’t Eat Meat
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(The Doctrine & Covenants 89 Message Most Members Miss) In this powerful episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali Esig pulls back the curtain on what’...
Overcoming Addiction and Finding Strength Through Faith: An Interview with Neil
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, host Ali Essig interviews her friend Neil, (@neilmcgill.pt on instagram) discussing his journey in o...
The Deeper Wisdom in the Word of Wisdom
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply reflective episode, Ali Esig explores the sacred feminine meaning behind the Word of Wisdom—uncovering how “wisdom” itself is per...
The Hidden Center of the Word of Wisdom: What God Really Wants You to See
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig uncovers a powerful literary structure hidden in Doctrine & Covenants 8...
The Word of Wisdom and Heart Disease: What No One’s Talking About
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is something a little different—I’m sharing a special presentation I gave at my family reunion on nutrition, heart disease, ...
“Do You Understand the Word of Wisdom?” — Why That Question Matters More Than Ever
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
FREE GUIDES: How Not to Die Cliff Notes: https://www.plantwhys.com/signup-cliffnotes Free one week meal guide: https://www.plantwhys.com/free-1-week-m...
What Most People Get Wrong About Diabetes, with Dr. Cyrus Khambatta
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
✨ Episode Summary If you’ve ever been confused about carbs, diabetes, or whether keto is really the answer—this episode is a must-listen. Ali si...
Breast Cancer & Diet: Why “Everything in Moderation” Doesn’t Work
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
FREE GUIDES: How Not to Die Cliff Notes: https://www.plantwhys.com/signup-cliffnotes Free one week meal guide: https://www.plantwhys.com/free-1-week...
Why You’re Struggling to Eat Plant-Based (and How to Fix It)
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎧 Episode Summary Are you someone who feels spiritually called to eat less meat—but struggle to make it happen in real life? In this deeply perso...
What LDS Scriptures Really Say About Eating Meat
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Free Guides: How Not to Die Cliff Notes: https://www.plantwhys.com/signup-cliffnotes Free one week meal guide: https://www.plantwhys.com/f...
The Biggest Health Domino You Can Push (And It’s Not Cutting Sugar)
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking about something that could change everything—and no, it’s not meat or carbs or fiber. It’s alcohol. Ali Essig u...
What Doctors Should Tell You After a Diabetes Diagnosis (But Don’t)
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ali unpacks the science (without the overwhelm!) on why keto seems to work in the short term, but may backfire over time—especially for heart health...
Why LDS Communities Aren’t a Blue Zone (Yet)
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali Essig explores a powerful question: Why aren’t LDS communities—despite living by health-focused doctrin...
Is Green Tea Really the Healthiest Caffeine? A Surprising Discovery
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here is the page where I share all the links and info about the healthiest sources of caffeine: https://www.plantwhys.com/caffeine-guide In this ...
Why Fiber Is the Most Underrated Commandment in the Word of Wisdom
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat Meat Sparingly: A Word of Wisdom Podcast, Ali Essig dives into the deeper meaning behind the phrase "in the season thereof" fou...
Why Eating Meat Sparingly Could Be the Most Overlooked Cancer Prevention Tip
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Congresswoman Mia Love passed away from brain cancer, it hit close to home for me. I had worked as her press secretary, and she was a strong, res...
The Day Everything Changed: What My Dad’s Death Taught Me About the Real Cause of Heart Disease
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ali shares the heartbreaking story of her father’s sudden death at just 55 years old—and how it (combined with her husband's stroke) became the wa...
A Stroke at 37: The Unexpected Journey to The Word of Wisdom
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 1: A Stroke at 37: The Unexpected Journey to The Word of Wisdom On October 1, 2019, my world turned upside down when my husband, just 37...