Episode 60 – 6 Simple Habits to Master Plant-Based Eating in 2026

Description:
Stop relying on willpower and start building systems. Discover 6 plant-based habits to master plant-based eating and stick with it in 2026.

In this episode of the Plant-Based Diet podcast, we discuss habit formation with plant-based health coach, Michele Stamn. Transitioning to a whole-food plant-based (WFPB) lifestyle doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We explore how habit stacking and minor routine shifts can create sustainable eating habits that last a lifetime, even with a busy schedule.

In this episode you’ll hear:

03:20  About health coach Michele Stamn

04:20  Keeping plant-based eating fun with an Orange Dreamsicle fruit dip

05:00  Habit 1: Bring in more plants to squeeze out the other stuff

06:15  Habit 2: Keep meals familiar

07:15  Plant-based pancakes

08:30  Habit 3: Plan ahead with plant-based meal prep at home and social eating hacks outside

11:10  Habit 4: Aim for progress, not perfection

13:10  Habit 5: Celebrate your wins

16:30  Habit 6: Keep plant-based eating fun

Guest link: https://www.wellness-empowered.org/

Referenced in the episode:

• How to Overcome Plant-Based Eating Roadblocks, Episode 45, Plant-Based Diet
• Culinary Medicine Recipe podcast
• Free Alternative Food Network Newsletter Sign-Up
• Alternative Food Network Youtube Channel

CREDITS:
Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

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