Do you want to live a healthier and more robust life? The key to living a full, healthy, and joyous life lies within the foods we eat—and our relationship to them. Because health isn’t accurately measured by the circumference of your waist or how much you can bench press- true vitality is measured by how you feel, not just physically but deep within. Olympic medalist Dotsie Bausch alongside Baywatch actress and certified health coach, Alexandra Paul, take listeners of all ages on a journey to optimal health and stamina through plant based eating. Dotsie and Alexandra, who both fought back from severe food addictions in their twenties, interview expert nutritionists, pro athletes, innovative thought leaders, physicians and plant-based celebrities. Through their stories, you’ll learn how to optimize your health and pave a path for a more meaningful life. So get inspired and join the Switch4Good revolution.
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08 - Giacomo Marchese: On Anorexia, Bodybuilding, and Finding True Health Through a Plant-Based Diet
Giacomo Marchese is a successful natural bodybuilder and coach, but he wasn’t always the epitome of perfect health.
After discovering the sport of bodybuilding at a young age, Giacomo became severely anorexic, forcing him to step away from competitions for several years.
After overcoming his eating disorder and harnessing a healthier mindset around food and exercise, Giacomo eventually made his way back to what he loves and now coaches others in bodybuilding and general
weight loss and fitness. His secret weapon? Sleep, hydration, and a plant-based diet!
In this episode we discuss:
- Giacomo’s struggle with anorexia.
- How to get enough protein (spoiler, everything has protein)
- Society’s misplaced obsession with macronutrients
- Giacomo recommends a blend of pea and rice for the optimum, easy-to-digest protein powder.
- Giacomo’s go-to meals
- Dinner: Baked potato, Beyond Meat burger patty, side of broccoli
- Breakfast: Bowl of oats with fresh fruit
- Giacomo’s tips to lose weight on a vegan diet:
- Get enough sleep (7 - 9 hours)
- Hydration is crucial (¾ - 1 ½ gallons, daily)
- Eat plenty of vegetables
- Keep a food journal
- Follow and support Giacomo on Instagram @muslesbybrussels and visit his website, Veganproteins.com
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