Physician to Physician Plant-Based Nutrition
Breaking down the science behind plant-based nutrition and answering the questions most physicians have and most patients ask.
Episodes
In this Bonus Episode, we're talking with Audrey Lawson-Sanchez, founder and executive director of Balanced.org, about the ins-and-outs of nutrition policy and what it takes to advocate for change.
Learn more about Balanced.org on their site and take 30 seconds to endorse the Focus on Fiber campaign to get encourage the USDA to make dietary fiber a nutrition priority in school meals!
It can be hard to answer patient questions about plant-based diets if you don't have direct experience with it yourself - so we're answering some of the most common patient FAQs in this bonus episode! From concerns about protein to questions about gas and bloating, we've got you covered.
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Another quick bonus episode featuring easy tips for transitioning to more plant-based eating.
We know it can feel overwhelming to get started, and there's a misconception it has to be all or nothing. In reality, it can be much simpler, so we're breaking down the basics of making the transition and sharing some of our favorite products to help you and your patients get off to a great start!
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We're back with a bonus episode for Season 2. This week: more travel tips to make plant-based eating possible...no matter where you're venturing!
Special shout out to Happy Cow and The Vegan Stay for making it easy to find great food and accommodations while traveling.
Featuring guest Dr. Michelle Loy, this week we're talking all things Integrative Medicine and the role of nutrition in overall health and wellbeing.
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Dr. Urvi Shah joins us this week to discuss the impact of plant-based diets on cancer and the practice of oncology.
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Pre-diagnosis and early post-diagnosis dietary soy isoflavone intake and survival outcomes: A prospective cohort study of early stage bre...
Nephrologist Dr. Shivam Joshi joins us this week to discuss plant-based nutrition and renal health.
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PLADO Diet (AKA "the new renal diet") A Review on Plant-Based Diets in Kidney Disease Plant-Based Milks and Risks for Stone Formation More information about the Plant-Based Lifestyle Medicine Clinic in NYC.
Neurologist Dr. Ali Saad joins us again to discuss the connection between plant-based nutrition, Parkinson's, and multiple sclerosis.
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Variation in Population Attributable Fraction of Dementia Associated With Potentially Modifiable Risk Factors by Race and Ethnicity in the US
Association of Ultraprocessed Food Consumption With Risk of Dementia
World Stroke Organization (WSO):Global Stroke Fact Sheet 2022
Neurologist Dr. Ali Saad joins us to discuss the connection between plant-based nutrition and brain health.
Studies:
Variation in Population Attributable Fraction of Dementia Associated With Potentially Modifiable Risk Factors by Race and Ethnicity in the US
Association of Ultraprocessed Food Consumption With Risk of Dementia
World Stroke Organization (WSO):Global Stroke Fact Sheet 2022
This episode, we're sitting down with Dr. Sandhya Bassin to discuss the connection between plant-based nutrition and endocrine health.
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A plant-based diet for the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes McMacken M, Shah S. A plant-based diet for the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes. J Geriatr Cardiol. 2017 May;14(5):342-354. doi: 10.11909/j.issn.1671-5411.2017.05.009. PMID: 28630614; PMCID: PMC5466941.
This season, each episode features a different specialist discussing what the science says about plant-based nutrition and their speciality.
This episode, we're fortunate to have Dr. Andrew Freeman, an expert cardiologist joining us to discuss plant-based nutrition and heart health.
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Lifestyle Medicine: An Antidote to Cardiovascular Diseases
Reddy KR, Freeman AM. Lifestyle Medicine: An Antidote to Cardiovascular Disease...
Replacing dairy with plant-based alternatives is often one of the last dietary shifts people make on their way to being entirely plant-based. And although we've been told for years dairy is critical to a balanced diet and our health, the truth is the data doesn't really support that claim.
Want to take action? Sign this petition to get more plant-based foods in schools and to encourage your legislators to remove the fluid dairy m...
For years, fish has been touted as a health food. This week, we're breaking down what the data actually shows when it comes to the health benefits of consuming fish.
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Distribution and translocation of micro- and nanoplastics in fish
The dilemma of health eating and environmental sustainability: the case of fish
Omega-3 fatty acids for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease
In this bite-sized special bonus episode, we're exploring what the science says about the impact of eating eggs on our health.
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Whether they're traveling or just have a busy schedule, finding plant-based foods on-the-go can be a challenge for some of our patients. This week, we're sharing our best advice for finding plant-based foods at airports, gas stations, and even fast-food restaurants. Plus, we share some planning and packing tips to make sure we never find ourselves hungry or undernourished while on-the-go!
When many people hear the words "vegan" or "plant-based" they automatically think "expensive," but that doesn't have to be the case. In this week's episode, we're sharing information, ideas, and resources you can use to help your patients navigate transitioning to a more plant-based diet while staying within their budget!
We set out to feed our families for a week on a budget of $60 and this week we're sharing what we could find ...
Increasingly, people are making changes to their diets based on more than just their health. One leading reason people want to eat more plant-based foods is to lessen their impact on the environment, which in turn, also improves the livability and sustainability of our planet. This episode breaks down a number of ways our dietary choices impact on the planet, as well as the animals and people who live on it.
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An award-winning chef, educator and authority on plant-based cuisine, Chef Mark Reinfeld has over 25 years experience preparing innovative vegan and raw food cuisine. He has written eight acclaimed books and conducts virtual and in-person culinary trainings around the world.
In 2017, Chef Mark was inducted into the Vegetarian Hall of Fame. He was the founding chef of The Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, voted "Best Restaurant on ...Second to protein, making sure they get the right nutrients in the right amounts is a major concern for most people transitioning to a plant-based diet. In this episode, we're digging into what the science says about nutrients in plant-based diets, and offering some tips to make sure your patients are getting everything they need to stay healthy.
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Neufingerl N, Eilander A. Nutrient Intake and Status in Adults Consuming P...
The number one question most plant-based practitioners get is, "Where do I get my protein?" In this episode, we're talking about how much protein the average person actually needs and where people shifting to a plant-based diet can find protein in animal-free foods.
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