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Send us a Text Message. How do you start a whole food plant-based diet? Any new task or goal can seem overwhelming, especially if you aren't quite sure where to begin. But having the right system of steps to take you from where you are to where you want to be can make that journey SO much easier... and a lot more fun and enjoyable too! (And we're ALL about that!) So join us today as we share one very simple and effective way to make building a healthy and vibrant life you love simple enough to ...

Send us a Text Message. As the New Year begins, it's the perfect time to start building vibrant energy filled life you love! Chronic Fatigue, arthritis, heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, cancer, migraines, and many other health issues are more and more common these days. Sadly, these diagnoses have become so common that we often think of them as something that "just happens" when you get older. But, do your genes or age really have to determine your destiny, or is there actu...

Send us a Text Message. You're ready to adopt a whole food plant-based lifestyle. You've seen the science, watched the documentaries, and to you, it just makes SO much sense. And of course, you want your children to have the best life possible, one that's filled with energy and vibrant health too! But how will you ever get them on board? Drawing on our own experience, we discuss some of the easiest ways to help kids of all ages love and embrace whole plant foods. The Power On Plants Society Me...

Send us a Text Message. You're ready to build your most vibrant life so you can start feeling great and fully experience all of the great opportunities that life has to offer. Now it's time to go grocery shopping for some healthy food. But how in the world do you know what to put into your cart? It can all seem so overwhelming! But the truth is, plant based living can (and should) be easy, delicious, quick, and affordable too! So today we're sharing our top simple produce buying tips with you,...

Send us a Text Message. Join us as we discuss making simple plant based changes that actually bring joy, making lasting healthy changes, cooking healthy to heal, fast and easy whole food recipes, eating a balanced diet, natural healing, healthy sleep, grounding, and enjoying simple natural whole food plant-based vegan living. You may not think of yourself as the leader of a mighty invisible army, but that is exactly what you are. Whether that army wins... or loses... all depends on the fuel and...

Send us a Text Message. You've started eating whole food plant based, but you're struggling because you just can't seem to get those incredible flavors that you loved before when you ate meat, dairy, eggs, and cheese. So many of the new recipes seem bland and boring... they just leave you wanting more! It's time to learn the BIG KEY to make healthy food taste delicious, and at the same time boost your immune system to fight inflammation and even bacteria and viruses too! Psst.....The Power On ...

Send us a Text Message. Starting something new can feel overwhelming, especially if you've never done anything like it before. It's kind of like trying to change a tire on a car. It's pretty simple to do, but if you've never done it before you don't even know where to start. In this episode, we share several key elements that will help you successfully make the switch to a Whole Food Plant Based Vegan Lifestyle. Psst.....The Power On Plants Society Membership is opening soon! Get your name on ...

Send us a Text Message. You've decided to go whole food plant based, so of course one of the very first questions you probably have is "What in the world will I eat for breakfast?" We get how confusing and overwhelming it can all feel, and that's why we're going to help you kick your day off with a delicious, simple, and power-packed meal that's sure to please! Build a new breakfast mindset, learn about the ultimate fast food, gain the secrets to making a quick and easy breakfast, and SO much ...

Send us a Text Message. Do you find yourself wondering if there's ever going to be an end to all of the miserable diets? We want you to know that it really IS possible to lose weight in a way that you actually enjoy, without ever going on another diet again! We know because it happened for us, our clients, and for SO many others around the world! And you know what, the weight has never come back! It's time to reframe your mindset, and learn how to escape keeping up with all those numbers.....g...

Send us a Text Message. When we started living a whole food plant based lifestyle, there were some things we just didn't expect! In this episode, we unpack the benefits of whole food plant based living and share how clean eating led to BIG problems for us! Join us as we unpack the secret strategies that allow us to live each day in a world that's filled with coronavirus fear while still remaining stress-free. In this episode we're also discussing getting lasting weight loss in a way you'll actu...

Send us a Text Message. 🌱 Hey, busy mom! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to change your destiny? You know, like in the movies where they travel back in time to change one key element, and it ends up changing everything! In this episode, you'll learn some very important strategies you can start implementing right now to change your future! Learn why epigenetics matters, and how you can use this info to easily build a life that's full of energy and incredible possibilities! Whether...

Send us a Text Message. Today Jarrod and Anita Roussel, medical professionals, certified health coaches, and co-founders of Smarter Healthy Living, are answering one of the questions their clients ask them most, "If you eat don't eat meat, where do you get your protein?" In this episode, they help you escape protein anxiety by discussing the role that plant protein plays in a healthy lifestyle, the absolute best sources of protein, and how to easily get enough protein every single day the whole...

Send us a Text Message. Every successful system needs a solid foundation...core building blocks that make it stand the test of time. It's crucial to your health that you learn how to build a healthy plate, so in this episode, Jarrod and Anita are sharing their Five Foundational Foods for Whole Food Plant-Based Living which will provide the solid base you need for creating vibrant energy filled life you absolutely love! Understanding these five inflammation-fighting, immune system boosting food ...

Send us a Text Message. The right tool makes ALL the difference, whether it's in the garden or in the garage. And guess what! In your kitchen, there's no difference. You need tools that are fun to use, that make life easier and do their job well. In this episode, Jarrod and Anita reveal their favorite kitchen tool...the one they'd never want to be without! They love it so much, they even take it with them when they hit the road! Discover the Vitamix love by getting your very own here ➡ poweron...

Send us a Text Message. Eating is universal, we all must eat food to fuel our bodies. Even though hunger is usually the driving force to eat, there is no denying that food can bring enjoyment, too. The sight, the smell, the taste, and even the sound and feel. Despite this, mealtime can be lackluster and if we're being honest, a bit boring. In this episode, we share the top-secret weapon to prevent a boring plate. Be sure to follow or subscribe to the Smarter Healthy Living Podcast so you neve...

Send us a Text Message. Remember what it was like when you were a kid, and it was your birthday. For weeks, you dreamed of that perfectly awesome toy. The big day arrives and you are overjoyed when you get that glorious box... You can picture the box cover now, can't you? You get home, open it, discover everything about it. But wait... Something's missing. It's not included?! You realize... NO BATTERIES! Ugh 😩 You can still play with the toy, but it's just not the same experience. It's a sim...

Send us a Text Message. Every day, we walk around with misperceptions like "Eating plant based would be hard" or "It would involve so much work." 🌱 Ready to break free from the "Matrix" of misconceptions that often surround whole food plant-based living? Join Jarrod and Anita on this eye-opening episode as they unveil the secrets to simple and enjoyable plant-based living that will literally transform your life! 🌿 🚀 In a world where habits put us on autopilot, discovering the reality of a whol...

Send us a Text Message. Imagine yourself sitting down for a meal and being able to eat until you're full. No skimpy, small diet portions, counting calories, or food rationing, but being able to just enjoy your food and feel like you've had a hearty meal. This is one of the biggest advantages of the Whole Food Plant Based Lifestyle. But why can you eat until you are satisfied with whole food plant-based living and still drop pounds? Much of it boils down to the simple principle of Calorie Densit...

Send us a Text Message. If you're like most people, you feel like you need to eat healthier than you typically do. And everywhere you turn, diets claim to be the best way to boost your energy, lose the extra pounds, and create the strong body you desire. But if that's true, why are there such a huge number of diets on the market, and why do countless people continue to suffer through one diet after another without getting the lasting results they're after? A few do get some results for a while,...

Send us a Text Message. You walk into your local grocery store and hear, "You need to avoid carbs because they aren't good for you." Your friend just posted on social media that the best way to get healthy is eating "zero point cabbage soup" for 30 days. On TV, you see an ad for a prepackaged food plan guaranteed to get you the results you want...fast! There is 'this diet' and 'that method', and it's all enough to drive anyone crazy. Perhaps you're not sure what makes whole food plant based liv...

Send us a Text Message. Every great movement starts with a back story...where it began and what inspired it. This is our back story... our origin. In this episode, we share how Anita hit rock bottom with her health, and what turned it all around for her! Hear how we met, married, started our family (we have 2 biological children and 2 through adoption), became healthcare professionals, and then hit a wall with our health, even though we thought we were eating healthy. Sadly, we weren't finding...