The hidden health benefits of beans, with Amelia Christie-Miller

Vegan news and reviews: Discover what Holly and Molly have to say about the new McPlant burger launch and what to expect from Waitrose's new Plantlife range. The girls also discuss the new Meat Atlas report and the upcoming film Eating Our Way To Extinction , featuring Kate Winslet. For this week's taste test, they try the new vegan Baxters soups, Ilchester's Vegan Blue and Melting Mature cheese, and - eek - some of Tesco's Christmas range! This week's listener questions are all about organic food (is it actually better for us?) and ancient grains (what are they and why should we eat them?). To submit your questions to Holly and Molly, email [email protected] interview: Amelia Christie-Miller believes in beans so much that she set up her own  company. Now she's campaigning for the future of food to focus on beans rather than meat replacement products. Find out why beans are so good for us and our soils…Coming up next week: The girls take on a Whole Food Plant Based Challenge with guidance from nutrition advisor and vegan chef Lisa Marley. Music by Purple Planet Share your journey with us! • Become a patron at patreon.com/simplyvegan and access video interviews, live chats with Holly and Molly and free downloads• Visit veganfoodandliving.com and try our delicious recipes• Tag us in your social posts, @veganfoodandliving• Share this episode with a friend• Try an issue of Vegan Food and Living magazine for just 99pMusic by Purple Planet Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Whether you're vegan, plant-based or just vegan curious, join us on a journey into the world of plant-based cooking and discover the countless benefits of eating less meat and more veg.Bought to you by Holly Johnson and Molly Pickering from Vegan Food & Living – the UK's ONLY dedicated vegan magazine – we chat to actors, activists, wellness experts, nutritionists, doctors, scientists and chefs to find out how to cook vibrant, tasty meals that will not only help us to live healthier, happier lives but also positively impact nature and the planet. We guarantee you won't see the world in the same light again…Join our passionate community on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/simplyvegan and access exclusive content, free downloads, live episodes and ad-free listening. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.