The Keto Vegan

#95 Starting a Keto Vegan Life

In this episode Rachel delves into the intricacies of merging the ketogenic lifestyle with plant-based eating. 
Embarking on the journey of a Keto Vegan lifestyle requires a thoughtful approach and strategic planning. In this episode, Rachel will guide you through the essential steps to ensure a successful and sustainable transition. Whether you're a seasoned vegan looking to explore the benefits of ketosis or someone new to both worlds, she’s got you covered.
So, grab your favourite low-carb, plant-based snack, settle in, and let's uncover the secrets to thrive on the Keto Vegan Diet.  ✨🌱
 
The Seven Steps to Success in Brief:
Be REALLY prepared.
Be strict to start.
Get urinalysis strips and use each morning.
Know about Keto flu symptoms:
Supplements
Choose your vegan proteins wisely.
Listen or watch my episodes that are recipes.
 
Best Moments:
“Depending where you live in the world will determine what plant proteins you can have.”
“Batch cook – honestly batch cook!”
“If you have a day off, and you eat carbs, your body goes back to not burning ketones again.”
“This diet is so indulgent and rich it doesn’t feel that strict.
“Texture for me is really important, it’s one of the most important ”
 
Valuable Resources
For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
Planted https://uk.eatplanted.com/  
Cru8 https://8foods.co.uk/
Supplements
Vegan: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/7-supplements-for-vegans#1.-Vitamin-B12
Keto: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/best-keto-supplements
 
Host Bio
Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.
Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-vegan
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067
Email: contact@rachelgtherapy.co.uk
https://theketovegan.podbean.com/

#94 Fish Feel More Than You Think: Animal Sentience and the Science Behind It

Do Animals Really Feel? A Deep Dive Into Sentience, Science & Spirituality
Welcome back to The Keto Vegan! I'm Rach, your host—part science nerd 🧠, part spiritual explorer ✨, and 100% obsessed with what’s really going on behind our food choices 🥦🍽️.
This week, I’m pulling apart the complex threads of animal sentience 🐷🧬. Why? Because it’s personal. From my early days believing animals didn’t feel, to now being immersed in the research and the lived reality that they absolutely do—it’s been a journey of consciousness 🌱💫.
If this episode gets your wheels turning (or your tofu sizzling) 🚴‍♀️🔥, please subscribe and share 📲💚—it helps this little vegan corner of the podcast world grow big leafy wings 🕊️🌿. You’ll find all my contact info and links in the show notes below—I'd love to hear from you 💌👂.
Key Takeaways
From Religion to Realisation: Rach unpacks her personal journey from Christian teachings that humans are superior, to the humbling truth that animals are sentient and emotionally complex.
Science Confirms What Pet Parents Know: A 2025 British Psychological Society article shows nearly all surveyed researchers agree animals feel—98% for primates, 89% for mammals, and even 52% for fish.
Empathy & Emotion Beyond Humans: From jealous dogs to grieving octopuses, Rach explores how empathy, sorrow, and even jealousy aren’t just human emotions—they’re animal ones too.
Anthropomorphism vs. Anthropo-denial: The real danger isn’t imagining animals are too like us—it’s denying they feel anything at all. 89% of researchers now say denial is the bigger issue.
How AI Is Changing the Game: New tools are measuring animal vocalisations and emotional responses far more precisely, proving once again—we’ve underestimated animals all along.
Spiritual Vibes & Conscious Living: Rach links the vegan lifestyle to a higher vibration of peace, love, and awareness—urging listeners to raise their consciousness and walk their values.
Best Moments
“I used to believe animals didn’t feel… I now firmly believe and have seen with my own eyes, animals experiencing feelings.”
“I became very, very slowly aware that animals are sentient. I think I remember that awareness coming in that animals have sentience, and it took me a while to get my head around that. Now in today's age, we're in 2025, I think most people know that animals are sentient beings.”
“If you have a pet, dog or cat or whatever horse, guinea pig, whatever rabbit, you are probably very aware that your pet has emotions, which means it has feelings, which means it is sentient.”
“But the less religious I've got, the more spiritual I've become, and the more connected I've become to this beautiful planet and to all the species on the planet. I think this is raising the levels of consciousness that people experience, because basically the absolute law, and there's only one law, and I very much believe that this is the law of love. If we don't experience that, then what is there to life?”
 
#VeganPodcast #AnimalSentience #VeganKeto #PlantBasedKeto #VeganAwakening #AnimalRights #KetoVeganLifestyle #PsychologyOfAnimals #VeganEthics #ConsciousLiving
Valuable Resources
https://www.bps.org.uk/research-digest/do-non-human-animals-feel-emotion
https://as.cornell.edu/news/researchers-assess-whether-animals-feel-emotion?
https://www.azorobotics.com/News.aspx?newsID=15744&
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/356459802_Review_of_the_Evidence_of_Sentience_in_Cephalopod_Molluscs_and_Decapod_Crustaceans
For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-howFor a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
 
Host BioRachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.Resources: https://theketovegan.lifeWatch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcastsFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

#93 The Ultimate Keto Vegan Burger Slaw – Celeriac Edition

🥗 Celeriac, Slaw, and Squelchy Sounds – Burger Slaw Adventures! 🌱🎉
In this episode of The Keto Vegan podcast, I whip up my signature burger slaw – this time with a celeriac twist! 🧄🧂 With a toddler's birthday party 🎂 and feta-laced salads in sight 🧀🚫, I decide to bring something I know I can eat: slaw, slathered in garlic, dill, and smoky goodness. 🔥 I also test out a new plant-based steak 🥩🌿 and play with my favourite kitchen gadget – the food processor that’s been through it all. 🌀💪
This one's for the dill lovers 🥒 – and if dill’s not your thing… well, brace yourself.
Ingredients
1 Celeriac
Vegan Mayo
Fresh Dill
Tomato Puree
Squeezy mustard
Garlic paste
Smoked Paprika
Chilli paste
Ground Turmeric
Cayenne Pepper
Liquid sweetener
🔑 Key Takeaways
🥬 Celeriac is the unsung hero of burger slaw – low-carb, robust, and perfect for bold flavours.
🌿 Dill or no dill? I go in hard with two full packs – make it your own!
🥄 Forget the measurements – taste as you go, and don’t fear the mayo.
🌶️ Smoked paprika and garlic puree = flavour fireworks 🎇
🤯 Don’t forget the vegan mayo! Or it's just angry vegetables in a bowl.
😬 Beauty optional – looks dodgy, tastes divine.
🎧 Best Moments
“If you don't like dill, don't make this.” 🤷‍♀️“You might be frustrated that I’m not giving you measurements… but it’s all down to taste preference.” 👩‍🍳“Doesn't look very palatable, does it? It looks like... pretty unpalatable. But it tastes good.” 😅“Sounds really squelchy, not a great sound, right?” 🤢😂“That is two packs of dill from Sainsbury's.” 🛒🌿
#KetoVegan #VeganKetoRecipes #BurgerSlaw #CeleriacSlaw #LowCarbVegan #VeganBBQIdeas #HealthyVeganEating #DillObsessed #KetoPodcast #PlantBasedKeto #TheKetoVegan
📚 Valuable ResourcesFor an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-howFor a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
👩‍🍳 Host BioRachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.Resources: https://theketovegan.life🎥 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts👥 The Keto Vegan Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067📧 Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

#92 Roasted Veg and Protein the Keto Vegan Way: Smoky, Saucy, and Satisfying

IntroductionGet ready to fire up your oven and your tastebuds! In this tasty, casual cook-along episode of The Keto Vegan, I roast up a sensational batch of low-carb veg with Richmond’s meat-free no-chicken pieces. It’s all about flavour layering, sesame oil obsessions, and unapologetically high fat content — just the way we like it. Whether you’re a cauliflower fan or you side-eye your courgette, this one’s for anyone who wants a hearty, smoky dish that’s keto vegan to the core.
Ingredients
Protein of your choice – I used Richmond Meat-free no-chicken chargrilled pieces Veggies of your choice – make sure they’re low carbs. I used:
Celeriac
Green beans
Mushrooms
Asparagus
Pak Choi
For the flavourings/sauce
Oil, oil and more oil
Liquid Smoke
Soy Sauce (light)
No sugar sugar
Smoked paprika
🔑 Key Takeaways
Keto Tip: Don't skimp on oil! Healthy fats are your friend, especially when you’re not relying on sauces.
Veggie Power: Broccoli and cauliflower are classics, but feel free to swap in your favourites — green beans and celeriac totally steal the show here.
Flavour Stacking 101: Start with olive oil, then layer in sesame oil, soy sauce, liquid smoke, and smoked paprika for bold, complex flavours.
Strategic Roasting: Add softer veg like pak choy and asparagus tips later in the bake to avoid overcooking.
No-Sugar Sugar? Yes Please: Sugar-free sweeteners can help balance umami and smokiness without breaking keto rules.
Tweak As You Go: Taste, adjust, repeat. This isn’t paint-by-numbers cooking — it’s more jazz improv in an oven tray.
🎧 Best Moments
“Do you get the idea that I like smoky things? I do. Bit obvious, isn’t it?”
“That does not look like a little bit at all, that looks like quite a bloody lot… okay, it’s going to be a big dish.”
“You want it to kind of thicken up as much as you can. And by putting a little bit of sugar in there… sugar-free sugar, because we are keto.”
“Turn it over again, tested the flavour… and you can see I did. I wanted more paprika because it was pretty bland at that time.”
“I think I used a whole bottle of sesame oil on that one.”
 
#KetoVegan #LowCarbRoast #VeganTrayBake #PlantBasedKeto #MeatFreeBBQ #KetoVeganCooking #SmokyVeggieBake #NoChickenRoast
 
Valuable ResourcesFor an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-howFor a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
Host BioRachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.Resources: https://theketovegan.lifeWatch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcastsFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

#91 Low-Carb Mushroom Chilli That’s Keto Vegan Magic

Mushroom Magic: Low-Carb Chilli That’ll Smoke Your Socks Off
What happens when you mix sweet chilli plants from B&M, enough mushrooms to fill a small forest, and a dash of sass? You get Rachel’s now-legendary low-carb mushroom chilli, coming in at less than 2g of carbs per portion. In this episode, I walk you through every smoky, garlicky, paprika-laced step of this kitchen triumph—and yes, even the unappetising-looking Vivera mince gets a mention (bless its heart). This is perfect for those keto vegans who are intermittent fasting and still want to eat something warming, satisfying and downright delicious without blowing their carb budget.
So grab your chillies, channel your inner spice alchemist, and let’s get cooking!
Key Takeaways
Less than 2g of carbs per portion: With smart ingredient swaps and careful measurements, this chilli is a keto vegan dream.
Chilli your way: Start with sweet chillies and build up with fresh, jarred, and puréed heat—flavour layering at its finest.
Vivera bacon vs mince: Both are shockingly low in carbs (1.8g and 1.9g per 100g), but the bacon wins on taste—even if it looks nothing like bacon.
Mushrooms are the unsung heroes: At just 0.3g carbs per 100g, two kilos only add 6g carbs total—and they bring texture, umami and joy.
Tomato purée watch: It’s the highest carb ingredient here, but totally manageable with portion control. Adds depth and thickness to the sauce.
Don’t forget the smoke: Liquid smoke and smoked paprika take this from “mmm” to “whoa!” in seconds.
Best Moments
“Tomato purée is the highest carb thing in this whole dish… so you might decide you don’t like tomato purée, and you decide not to put it in. I wanted to put it in because I wanted the end result to be thick and not too runny—nice and thick sauciness.”
“The Vivera bacon bits don’t look like bacon at all, but they do taste good.”
“Don’t put the lid on because there’s going to be so much liquid coming out of the mushrooms that you don’t want it… then adding more and more liquid because you’ve got the lid on the pan—just no.”
“I might even try that disgusting-looking Vivera mince. Sorry, Vivera, it just doesn’t look palatable. I might make it and chuck loads of red wine in it—that might be nice.”
“This is going to be my go-to going forward. Make mushrooms the base, then add a bit of protein, because we need the protein.”
Ingredients with carb count:
Sesame oil 0g
Chilli paste 3.4g per 100g = >0.5g
Chillis 4.2g per 100g = >1g
Garlic paste 13.8g per 100g = >1g
Vivera Mince x1 pack 220g = 4.18g
Tomato puree 100g = 15.3g carbs
smoked paprika 0
liquid smoke 0
Mushrooms x4 bags 500g each. 0.3g per 100 = 6g carbs
 
Total carbs = 27.98
15 portions = less than 2g carbs per portion
Valuable ResourcesFor an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-howFor a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
Host BioRachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.Resources: https://theketovegan.lifeWatch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcastsFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

#90 The Keto Vegan Exposing UK Banks: £75 Billion Invested in Climate Destruction

Why Your Bank Might Be Funding Climate Chaos – And What You Can Do About It
In this eye-opening detour from our usual plant-powered chat, I’m diving into a topic that affects every one of us: where our money sleeps at night. Spoiler alert – if it’s with a major UK bank, it might be financing the very fossil fuel projects threatening to blow our climate goals to smithereens.
I’ll share my own journey from Morgan Chase to a more ethical option, and break down some jaw-dropping figures from a Guardian investigation. We’re talking £75 billion in dirty investments, greenwashing galore, and carbon bombs so big they could derail the global effort to stay below 1.5°C of warming.
This isn’t about guilt-tripping. It’s about waking up to the power in our pockets. If you’re already cutting carbs and counting macros for the planet, this is your next step. Your bank might be doing more environmental damage than your diet ever could.
 
🔑 Key Takeaways
UK Banks and Carbon Bombs: Between 2016 and 2023, UK banks poured over £75 billion into fossil fuel projects poised to release 420 billion tonnes of CO₂. That’s more than a decade of current global emissions.
The Greenwashing Epidemic: Banks like NatWest and HSBC promote green credentials while secretly backing massive fossil fuel expansion.
Naming Names: HSBC funded 104 projects, Barclays 62, and NatWest helped BP raise half a billion for gas in Azerbaijan – all while claiming climate leadership.
What You Can Do: Research your bank. Use platforms like BankTrack and Switch It Green to find better options. Changing banks is easier than you think.
Your Money = Your Vote: Every pound you deposit supports a future. Make sure it’s one you believe in.
 
🎧 Best Moments
“That’s like a rapist saying, ‘Yeah, I only raped one person. There were 20 others I could have raped, but I didn’t. So I'm good.’ It’s madness, isn’t it?”
“The morality of this is disgusting. This isn’t just greenwashing. It’s blatant disregard for our climate crisis, for our beautiful planet.”
“If you are banking with any of these banks, you are indirectly supporting the climate crisis... because it is your money they are doing this with.”
“People said veganism would never take off. Look at us now. Same thing with your money – small changes make seismic shifts.”
“Every single pound that you deposit is a vote for the kind of world you want to live in.”
 
🔗 Ethical Banking Resources
BankTrack – Find a Better BankDiscover banks that prioritise ethics over profit, avoiding investments in fossil fuels, human rights abuses, and environmental destruction.👉 Banktrack
Switch It GreenEvaluate UK banks based on their fossil fuel investments and find greener alternatives.👉 Switchit
Make My Money Matter – Go GreenLearn how to switch to a fossil-free bank and make your money matter for the planet.👉 Make My Money Matter
Bank.Green – Ethical Bank FinderExplore banks that align with your values and avoid financing climate breakdown.👉 bank.green
Hubbub – Switch to a Green & Ethical BankGuidance on moving your money to banks that support positive environmental and social initiatives.👉 Hubbub
Valuable ResourcesFor an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-howFor a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
Host BioRachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.Resources: https://theketovegan.lifeWatch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcastsFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

#89 Burgers, Buses & Bagpipes: A Keto Vegan Weekend in Edinburgh

In this episode, I (Rach!) take you on a lively, leg-stretching, taste-testing adventure through the cobbled streets of Edinburgh during my weekend getaway for the Abraham Hicks workshop.
🍔 Was it easy being keto vegan in Scotland's capital?💸 What did I find at Gatwick Airport at 5:30am that didn’t break the carb bank?🚌 How much does it actually cost to take the bus around Edinburgh? Spoiler: it's shockingly cheap.🧀 And what on earth is a plant-based haggis fritter doing on my burger?
From vegan burger joints with more toppings than sense, to a Madras-hot veggie korma that nearly blew my head off, I dish the highs and the "hmm, maybe next time" moments of finding keto vegan food on the go.
Along the way, I also share:
My go-to snack from WHSmiths (and why you should read the carb label carefully)
The unexpected joy of coordinated bus meetups with friends
The surprisingly lush coffee culture in the heart of tartan town
Why the Beyond Meat burger wasn’t the best choice after three days of burgering
And how a mushroom chilli from a local pub inspired me to recreate it at home
Plus, I give some shout-outs to:
✨ Burgers & Beers Grillhouse – great vegan customisation, but beware the sugary balsamic
✨ Ignite Indian Restaurant – hot, hearty, and very keto-adaptable
✨ The Festival Pub – a proper lunchtime gem for meat-free, carb-aware options
Whether you're planning your own trip to Edinburgh or just here for the keto travel inspo, you’ll get tips, laughs, and the truth about eating low-carb plant-based on the road.
👀 PS: Abraham Hicks is back in Edinburgh next July – might see you there?📸 And yes, I did remember to take photos eventually.
 
🎧 Subscribe and share if you love plant-based sass with science!
 
#KetoVegan #VeganInEdinburgh #KetoTravel #VeganTravelUK #AbrahamHicks #LowCarbVegan #PlantBasedTravel #KetoVeganEats #ScotlandVeganEats #TravelPodcast #VeganPodcast #VeganOnTheGo #KetoVeganFoodie #KetoUK #VeganUK #KetoLife #EdinburghEats #LowCarbLife #PlantBasedAdventures #KetoVeganJourney #VeganConferenceTrip #KetoVeganPodcast
 
Valuable Resources
For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
 
Host Bio
Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.
Resources: https://theketovegan.life
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067
Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

#88 How to Cope When You’re the Only Vegan in the Family

In this episode of The Keto Vegan, I’m talking about what it feels like to be the only vegan in your family — the loneliness, the comments, the Sunday roasts you wish you could unsee. But I’m also diving deeper into something even harder to face: indifference. That blank stare when you speak from the heart. That shrug when you bring up the planet or the animals.
 
This episode was inspired by a tarot card that reminded me: we can grieve, but we must not drown. I’ll share a powerful story from my daughter’s childhood, why I stopped arguing with my mum about lamb, and what it means to clean the world’s water — physically and metaphysically.
 
If you're feeling frustrated, unseen, or just over everyone’s apathy — this one’s for you. You’re not alone. And you’re not powerless.
 
Best Moments:
“I prefer love on my plate rather than fear, sorrow, and terror and sadness.”
“It’s not just about the not understanding — it’s the indifference. Their indifference is astonishing, isn’t it?”
“The opposite of love is not hate. It’s indifference.”
“You can’t drown in grief — you’re not useful if you do.”
“Do your small but important part in cleaning the world’s water, physically and metaphysically. That will clean your heart as well.”
“We must take responsibility — but without martyrdom.”
“You’re no longer outsourcing your conscience. You’re taking responsibility for your actions.”
“Keep true to your beliefs. We attract our vibrational energy. People will start to pick up on it.”
 
Key Takeaways
Feeling alone as the only vegan in your family
Why this episode matters if you're the one who “gets it” when no one else does
The infamous “Why can’t you eat my food?” comment
Choosing to put love, not fear, on your plate
Exploring the idea that indifference, not hate, is the opposite of love
The pain of awakening
No preaching, no burnout, no perfection
Taking ethical action without needing guarantees
“Stay true. Don’t match their frequency. Lead with love.”
 
#LoneVegan #VeganFamilyStruggles #VeganGrief #VeganSpirituality #VeganIndifference #VeganTarotWisdom #MetaphysicalVegan #VeganPodcastUK #KetoVegan #VeganHealing#EcoVegan #VeganEnvironment #VeganCommunity #VeganSupport #CompassionOverConvenience
 
Valuable Resources
For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
 
Host Bio
Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.
Resources: https://theketovegan.life  
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067
Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com

#87 Sleep Yourself Slim: How Better Sleep Boosts Weight Loss

Think sleep is just for rest and recovery? Think again! In this juicy and science-backed episode of The Keto Vegan, I dive into the surprisingly powerful link between sleep and weight loss. Whether you're keto, vegan, both (hello!), or just sleep-deprived and snack-happy — this one's for you.
You’ll learn why poor sleep messes with your hormones, slows your metabolism, spikes your cravings, and makes you store fat even if you’re smashing your macros. Plus, I’m sharing practical, real-life tips on how to reset your sleep routine — without going all monk-like.
Perfect if you’re ready to stop blaming peanut butter and start blaming your dodgy sleep schedule. 👀
 
🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
How lack of sleep increases ghrelin (your hunger hormone) and lowers leptin (your “I’m full” signal).
Why poor sleep raises cortisol and stores more belly fat — especially in women over 40.
The weird but true fact that both too little and too much sleep are linked to fat gain.
Why even five days of bad sleep can derail your weight goals.
How inconsistent wake times impact your fat storage more than you think.
The real reason you raid the fridge at midnight (and it’s not just lack of willpower).
Easy tips to reset your circadian rhythm — without giving up your life.
 
#KetoVegan #VeganWeightLoss #SleepAndWeightLoss #KetoUK #VeganUK #KetoOver40 #WeightLossTips #HormonesAndWeight #KetoForWomen #CircadianRhythm #KetoPodcast #VeganPodcast #SleepCravings #KetoVeganTips #FatLossSleepHack
 
Evidence based research for this episode:
  Bailey, B. W., et al. (2014). Objectively measured sleep patterns in young adult women and the relationship to adiposity. American Journal of Health Promotion, 29(1), 46–54.
  Deng, H., et al. (2017). Short sleep duration increases metabolic impact in healthy adults: A population-based cohort study. Sleep, 40(10).
  Chaput, J., et al. (2012). Longer sleep duration associates with lower adiposity gain in adult short sleepers. International Journal of Obesity, 36(5), 752–756.
  Liu, J., Zhu, L., & Liu, C. (2020). Sleep quality and self-control: The mediating roles of positive and negative affects. Frontiers in Psychology, 11, 607548.
  Engle-Friedman, M. (2014). The effects of sleep loss on capacity and effort. Sleep Science, 7(4), 213–224.
 
Host Bio
Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.
Resources: https://theketovegan.life
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKetoVegan/podcasts
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/821471059206067
Email: rachelghinn@gmail.com
 

#86 Antibiotics, Animals & Armageddon: Why Resistance is Rising (and What It Has to Do with Your Dinner)

In this jaw-dropping episode of The Keto Vegan Podcast, Rachel uncovers the hidden global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) — and guess what? It's not just about your GP handing out antibiotics like sweets. 🧁
Modern medicine relies on antibiotics – for surgery, infections, C-sections, even acne – yet we're on the brink of losing them. Why? Because of how we farm animals, not just how we treat humans. 🐖🐔💉
Using insights from Professor Devi Sridhar’s powerful article (link below), along with deep research into how colistin resistance spread from Chinese pig farms to UK hospitals, Rachel delivers a vital, eye-opening, and 100% vegan perspective on a crisis that affects everyone.
 
🔑 Key Talking Points
✅ What is AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance)?→ And no, it’s not you becoming resistant to antibiotics – it’s the bacteria evolving to outsmart them! 🦠⚔️
✅ The shocking stat: Up to 80% of all antibiotics are given to animals – not people!→ Livestock farming in middle-income countries is a major driver of global resistance. 🐄📈
✅ Colistin: The ‘last resort’ drug 💣→ Learn how a 2018 study traced colistin-resistant bacteria from Chinese pig farms to London hospitals – via air travel and global trade. ✈️🌍
✅ Why you can’t just “make new antibiotics”→ Drug development is slow, expensive, and barely keeping up. Only 2 new classes of antibiotics have been approved since 2017. 🧪⏳
✅ Why the UK is doing better than you think 🇬🇧→ Thanks to people like Dame Sally Davies, we’re actually one of the top 3 countries globally tackling AMR. But we’re still at risk if others don’t catch up.
✅ The vegan angle 💚→ If you needed one more reason to ditch meat, this is it: industrial farming is cooking up the next pandemic-level threat in its feed troughs.
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📚 Article by Professor Devi Sridhar
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/apr/02/antibiotics-stop-working-prescription-gp-animal-farming?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other
 
Valuable Resources
For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
 
Host Bio
Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.
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