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The Dr. Jules Plant-Based Podcast

Dr. Jules Cormier (MD)
The Dr. Jules Plant-Based Podcast
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  • Your Plate, Our Planet: How Diet Reshapes Earth's Health
    Your fork might be the most powerful climate tool you own. While we fixate on electric cars and plastic straws, we're ignoring the staggering environmental impact of what's on our plates. This episode reveals how animal agriculture generates more greenhouse emissions than all transportation combined, yet remains largely absent from climate conversations.Prepare for some eye-opening comparisons: beef produces up to 60kg of CO2 per kilogram while lentils generate under 2kg—meaning that swapping steak for beans does more climate good than skipping a week of driving. We explore how animal farming monopolizes 80% of global agricultural land while providing less than 18% of calories, and how it depletes water resources (15,000 liters per kg of beef vs. 1,200 for lentils). Beyond emissions, we discuss how industrial animal agriculture creates ocean dead zones through waste runoff and contributes to species extinction.But this isn't just about problems—it's about accessible solutions. From Meatless Mondays to strategic food swaps and reducing waste, you'll learn practical strategies to align your plate with planetary health. I share my personal journey of transitioning to plant-based eating for health reasons, then discovering its profound environmental benefits. True wellness comes when our daily choices reflect our deeper values, transforming each meal into a form of quiet activism for the world we wish to create. Whether you're considering plant-based alternatives or simply reducing red meat consumption, every bite makes a difference. What kind of world will you vote for with your next meal?Subscribe to continue exploring the powerful intersection of personal and planetary health, and visit plantbaseddrjules.com for free resources to support your journey.Go check out my website for tons of free resources on how to transition towards a healthier diet and lifestyle.You can download my free plant-based recipes eBook and a ton of other free resources by visiting the Digital Downloads tab of my website at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shopDon't forget to check out my blog at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/blog You can also watch my educational videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpkQRXb7G-StAotV0dmahQCheck out my upcoming live events and free eCourse, where you'll learn more about how to create delicious plant-based recipes: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/Go follow me on social media by visiting my Facebook page and Instagram accountshttps://www.facebook.com/plantbaseddrjuleshttps://www.instagram.com/plantbased_dr_jules/Last but not least, the best way to show your support and to help me spread my message is to subscribe to my podcast and to leave a 5 star review on Apple and Spotify!Thanks so much!Peace, love, plants!Dr. Jules
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  • Coffee: Medicine in a Mug?
    Coffee—is it friend or foe? That seemingly innocent question sparked this deep dive into coffee science after a colleague questioned my own consumption habits. As a health professional and coffee enthusiast, I was surprised by the persistent myths surrounding this beloved bean.Coffee contains over a thousand bioactive compounds beyond caffeine, including powerful antioxidants called chlorogenic acids that demonstrate anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-cancer properties. Research consistently shows that moderate coffee consumption (3-4 cups daily) correlates with reduced risks of cardiovascular disease, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and several types of cancer. Even your gut microbiome benefits, with studies identifying specific beneficial bacteria that flourish exclusively in coffee drinkers.But not all coffee is created equal. Filtered coffee traps cholesterol-raising diterpenes that pass through into French press and espresso preparations. Light to medium roasts preserve more beneficial compounds than darker roasts, though the latter develops more complex flavors. Adding cow's milk potentially binds to beneficial polyphenols, while plant milks appear not to interfere with these compounds. And those sugary, cream-laden specialty drinks? They likely negate most health benefits you'd otherwise receive.Some people metabolize caffeine slowly due to genetic variations, making them more susceptible to jitters, anxiety, and blood pressure changes. Pregnant women should limit intake to under 200mg daily. But don't worry—decaf still delivers most of coffee's health benefits minus the stimulant effects. The key is moderation, mindful timing (avoid late-day consumption to protect sleep), and listening to your body's unique response.Ready to optimize your daily brew? Visit plantbaseddrjules.com for more resources on integrating coffee into a healthy lifestyle, and connect with me on social media to continue the conversation about evidence-based nutrition and wellness.Go check out my website for tons of free resources on how to transition towards a healthier diet and lifestyle.You can download my free plant-based recipes eBook and a ton of other free resources by visiting the Digital Downloads tab of my website at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shopDon't forget to check out my blog at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/blog You can also watch my educational videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpkQRXb7G-StAotV0dmahQCheck out my upcoming live events and free eCourse, where you'll learn more about how to create delicious plant-based recipes: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/Go follow me on social media by visiting my Facebook page and Instagram accountshttps://www.facebook.com/plantbaseddrjuleshttps://www.instagram.com/plantbased_dr_jules/Last but not least, the best way to show your support and to help me spread my message is to subscribe to my podcast and to leave a 5 star review on Apple and Spotify!Thanks so much!Peace, love, plants!Dr. Jules
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  • The Science of Sleep & How Hormones Shape Your Health
    Your life literally depends on sleep, and in this eye-opening exploration of sleep science, we reveal why this nighttime process might be the most undervalued health tool in your arsenal.Sleep isn't merely a passive state where your body shuts down. It's an intricately choreographed series of stages, each with distinct physiological purposes that keep your body and mind functioning optimally. We journey through the four sleep stages that make up each 60-90 minute cycle, from light sleep transitions to the deep restorative phases where physical healing happens, and finally to REM sleep where emotional processing and memory consolidation occur.Behind this complex sleep architecture lies a fascinating hormonal dance. Adenosine builds up throughout your day creating "sleep pressure," while melatonin responds to darkness to signal bedtime. Cortisol prepares you for morning alertness, and insulin regulation depends on quality sleep. When this delicate system gets disrupted, the consequences are far more serious than just feeling tired - a single night of poor sleep can reduce immune function by 70%, temporarily induce pre-diabetic conditions, and accelerate aging biomarkers.For those struggling with sleep, I’ll offer practical, evidence-based strategies you can implement tonight: creating a wind-down routine, limiting blue light exposure, establishing consistent sleep-wake times, optimizing bedroom temperature, and more. The science is clear, prioritizing sleep isn't self-indulgent; it's essential maintenance for your body and brain. Better brain function, stronger immunity, stable mood, and even weight management all depend on those precious hours of rest. Ready to transform your health? Start with better sleep.Go check out my website for tons of free resources on how to transition towards a healthier diet and lifestyle.You can download my free plant-based recipes eBook and a ton of other free resources by visiting the Digital Downloads tab of my website at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shopDon't forget to check out my blog at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/blog You can also watch my educational videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpkQRXb7G-StAotV0dmahQCheck out my upcoming live events and free eCourse, where you'll learn more about how to create delicious plant-based recipes: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/Go follow me on social media by visiting my Facebook page and Instagram accountshttps://www.facebook.com/plantbaseddrjuleshttps://www.instagram.com/plantbased_dr_jules/Last but not least, the best way to show your support and to help me spread my message is to subscribe to my podcast and to leave a 5 star review on Apple and Spotify!Thanks so much!Peace, love, plants!Dr. Jules
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  • Est-ce que les supplements de Vitamine C sont utiles?
    🎙️ Bienvenue dans cet épisode où on plonge dans le monde fascinant de la vitamine C 🍊On l’associe souvent à l’immunité, à l’énergie ou à la prévention des rhumes… mais que dit vraiment la science sur la supplémentation en vitamine C? Est-ce que ça fonctionne? Est-ce que c’est sécuritaire? Et surtout, est-ce que tout le monde en a besoin?Dans cet épisode, on explore les bienfaits prouvés (comme dans certains cas de carence, de stress oxydatif accru ou chez les fumeurs) mais aussi les limites et les mythes entourant les mégadoses qu’on voit souvent promues sur internet. Parce que non, au-delà d’un certain seuil, notre corps n’en absorbe plus beaucoup… et l’excès finit souvent dans l’urine.Restez avec moi pour faire la part des choses entre ce qui est utile, ce qui est exagéré… et ce qui est carrément inutile 💊🔍Go check out my website for tons of free resources on how to transition towards a healthier diet and lifestyle.You can download my free plant-based recipes eBook and a ton of other free resources by visiting the Digital Downloads tab of my website at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shopDon't forget to check out my blog at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/blog You can also watch my educational videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpkQRXb7G-StAotV0dmahQCheck out my upcoming live events and free eCourse, where you'll learn more about how to create delicious plant-based recipes: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/Go follow me on social media by visiting my Facebook page and Instagram accountshttps://www.facebook.com/plantbaseddrjuleshttps://www.instagram.com/plantbased_dr_jules/Last but not least, the best way to show your support and to help me spread my message is to subscribe to my podcast and to leave a 5 star review on Apple and Spotify!Thanks so much!Peace, love, plants!Dr. Jules
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  • Why Doctors Don't Know Nutrition
    Modern medicine has a blind spot – one that's costing us dearly in terms of health and longevity. Despite overwhelming scientific evidence that nutrition and exercise are the two most powerful levers for preventing and reversing chronic disease, most physicians receive minimal training in these areas. After completing a decade of rigorous medical education, I emerged with hundreds of hours of pharmacology training but barely 10 hours on nutrition. This disconnect continues to shape our healthcare system decades later.The six pillars of lifestyle medicine – nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, stress management, avoidance of toxic substances, and social connection – have been proven exponentially more effective at extending healthspan than pharmaceutical interventions. Yet our medical system remains structured around treating diseases rather than preventing them. The curriculum is overloaded with clinical guidelines, new drugs, and interventional procedures, leaving little room for the fundamentals of health promotion. Without "big broccoli" to fund multi-million dollar studies and marketing campaigns, nutrition science gets sidelined in favor of more profitable interventions.This knowledge gap creates real consequences. Patients with heart disease, diabetes, and obesity leave appointments with prescriptions but minimal practical guidance about food. Without evidence-based nutrition advice from their trusted healthcare providers, people turn to social media and fall down rabbit holes of misinformation. The good news is that change is coming. The American College of Lifestyle Medicine now offers board certification, some medical schools are incorporating cooking classes and motivational interviewing, and in 2026, our family medicine residency program will integrate comprehensive lifestyle medicine training. You can accelerate this shift by asking your doctor nutrition-specific questions, seeking out lifestyle medicine practitioners, and demonstrating through your own health improvements that food truly is medicine. Remember – genetics may load the gun, but lifestyle pulls the trigger. You don't need permission to start healing through what you eat.Go check out my website for tons of free resources on how to transition towards a healthier diet and lifestyle.You can download my free plant-based recipes eBook and a ton of other free resources by visiting the Digital Downloads tab of my website at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/shopDon't forget to check out my blog at https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/blog You can also watch my educational videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpkQRXb7G-StAotV0dmahQCheck out my upcoming live events and free eCourse, where you'll learn more about how to create delicious plant-based recipes: https://www.plantbaseddrjules.com/Go follow me on social media by visiting my Facebook page and Instagram accountshttps://www.facebook.com/plantbaseddrjuleshttps://www.instagram.com/plantbased_dr_jules/Last but not least, the best way to show your support and to help me spread my message is to subscribe to my podcast and to leave a 5 star review on Apple and Spotify!Thanks so much!Peace, love, plants!Dr. Jules
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About The Dr. Jules Plant-Based Podcast

Hey, I’m Dr. Jules! I’m a medical doctor, teacher, nutritionist, naturopath, plant-based dad and 3X world championships qualified athlete. On this podcast we’ll discuss the latest in evidence-based and plant-based nutrition, including common nutrition myths, FAQs and tips on how to transition towards a healthier dietary pattern and lifestyle that creates little friction with your busy life!
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