Carbohydrates have always been controversial, with some people labeling them as "bad" and avoiding them altogether. But what are carbohydrates, and are they all that bad? In this episode, we explore the world of carbohydrates and debunk some of the …

Protein is essential for the growth and repair of tissues and the production of enzymes, hormones, and other molecules that help regulate our bodies. Unfortunately, the Western Diet is often high in animal-based protein sources, which can contribute…

Listen to the full episode here The Daily Dozen app is a powerful tool for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being. Created by Dr. Michael Greger, author of the New York Times bestseller "How Not to Die," the app provides a simple a…

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women. While many believe that heart disease only affects older men, it is just as prevalent in women and can be deadly. Heart disease kills one in three women, more than all cancers combine…

During February, I focused on the pillars of lifestyle medicine to safeguard our hearts. Next week, we will discuss the importance of reducing your alcohol intake. In the meantime, I've added direct audio players for this blog post. Scroll down in …

Heart disease is a growing concern that affects millions of people worldwide, and is the leading cause of death and disability. But the good news is that you can reduce your risks for heart disease with healthy lifestyle choices. This blog post will…

For our new subscribers, I would like to go down memory lane for just a minute. Our outreach work initially started as a result of us learning about lifestyle medicine. We wanted to help empower people to take back their health. We began creating …

I set an intention for my participation at the Tulsa VegFest. My goal was to connect with people. For the past 2 1/2 years, my connection to others has been strictly from my home studio. So, you can imagine how eager I was to connect with others a…

Did you catch my appearance on The Plant Power Coach youtube channel? My Conversation with Kerryn Sawyer I share my story of how I became vegan plant-based and eventually created the PlantPure Communities pod called Plant Based DFW and my Healthy…

Welcome to my podcast blog! This is where I will share news with you. We did it, my friends!  My website is officially called the Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Podcast with Maya. I appreciate everyone who provided feedback and voted for every a…