#23 - Christian Mongendre - Navigating A Plant-Based Diet (Founder & CEO, TREEHOUSE)

In this episode of Abnormal, I chat with Christian Mongendre, the CEO and founder of Treehouse, about the importance of plant-based dining in Hong Kong. We also discuss his personal journey from sports to nutrition, and the impact of diet on performance and health. Christian delves into the science of nutrition, the benefits of fasting, and the emotional and spiritual aspects of dietary choices. He also shares practical tips for those interested in fasting and emphasizes the importance of self-discovery through nutrition. Additionally, we explore the benefits of fasting, the differences between fasting and ketogenic diets, and the impact of food choices on health, as well as the challenges of sourcing quality ingredients for restaurants, the importance of consumer awareness regarding food quality, and the role of businesses in promoting sustainability.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Treehouse and Its Importance05:12 Christian's Journey: From Sports to Plant-Based Diets09:50 The Science of Nutrition and Performance14:59 Fasting: A Tool for Health and Clarity20:11 Emotional and Spiritual Aspects of Fasting25:01 Practical Tips for Fasting and Nutrition33:24 The Power of Fasting and Sharing Experiences35:05 Understanding Fasting: Duration and Benefits36:52 Fasting vs. Ketosis: Exploring Dietary Approaches39:57 The Role of Alcohol and Food Choices in Health43:36 Sourcing Quality Ingredients for Sustainable Eating46:44 Navigating the Supermarket: Making Informed Choices51:20 The Cost of Quality: Understanding Pricing in Restaurants56:35 Sustainability in Business: The Treehouse Approach01:01:01 Consumer Awareness and Responsibility in Sustainability01:08:12 Embracing the Abnormal: Steps to Personal GrowthProduced by ‪@MUNDAY_STUDIOS‬ Munday.live/studios Get in touch:Instagram: / petelaverick YouTube: / @pete.laverick Facebook: / pete.laverick.5 Email: [email protected]