#23 - Christian Mongendre - Navigating A Plant-Based Diet (Founder & CEO, TREEHOUSE)
Abnormal9 Mar 2025

#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.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Treehouse and Its Importance

05:12 Christian's Journey: From Sports to Plant-Based Diets

09:50 The Science of Nutrition and Performance

14:59 Fasting: A Tool for Health and Clarity

20:11 Emotional and Spiritual Aspects of Fasting

25:01 Practical Tips for Fasting and Nutrition

33:24 The Power of Fasting and Sharing Experiences

35:05 Understanding Fasting: Duration and Benefits

36:52 Fasting vs. Ketosis: Exploring Dietary Approaches

39:57 The Role of Alcohol and Food Choices in Health

43:36 Sourcing Quality Ingredients for Sustainable Eating

46:44 Navigating the Supermarket: Making Informed Choices

51:20 The Cost of Quality: Understanding Pricing in Restaurants

56:35 Sustainability in Business: The Treehouse Approach

01:01:01 Consumer Awareness and Responsibility in Sustainability

01:08:12 Embracing the Abnormal: Steps to Personal Growth


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