Plant-based eating has taken a front seat in the media thanks to documentaries, social media, cookbooks, and news media outlets. Not only is it in the media but medical providers, nutritionists, dieticians, and scientists are now sharing scientific evidence that eating a plant-based diet is beneficial for disease prevention and can increase longevity. Plant-based diets have been shown to prevent and reverse cardiovascular disease, reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of certain cancers.
By definition, plant-based eating consists of foods that comes directly from plants and is free of animal ingredients such as meat, milk, eggs, or honey.
In taking it a step further, eating a whole food, plant-based diet has the best outcomes. Whole foods are foods that are not heavily processed. Examples of whole foods include fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, and grains.
Research in recent years has shown eating plant-based is one of the most impactful things you can do for your health. Eating plant-based is a way to live longer, reduce the risk of chronic disease and adverse health outcomes.
Benefits of Plant-Based Eating
Transitioning to plant-based eating:
A diet change is a huge lifestyle change. It is critical to have support as you navigate the transition. As a holistic health coach and nutritionist, I am trained to help you navigate this transition with individualized guidance that will help you transform your diet into one that can best support you. Schedule a free 15 minute consultation to get started!