Step 3: Lean Mean Green Eating Machine

Step 3- Lean Mean Green Eating Machine 
Today’s episode takes a dive into whole food, plant based diet (WFPB). This is more commonly known as a vegan diet. 

Before I lose you - hear me out. 

First - I DO NOT follow a vegan diet.

Second - I am not going to tell you that you HAVE to follow a vegan diet

Third - There are real benefits to increasing the number of plants in your diet, so you MUST listen 

In this episode we cover:

What is a WFPB dietHealth benefitsNutrients and phytochemicalsLower calories, more fiberWeight management toolPrevent, treat and maybe even reverse the following chronic diseases:High blood pressures: Blood pressure improves when patients adopt a more-plant based dietHeart failure: improve markers than can lead to heart failure. One case report with EF improvement from 25% to 55% in 6 months Stroke: decreased inflammation, lower blood pressure, lower LDL, less atherosclerosisDiabetes: more adherence linked with lower risk in many studies. That is even with the consumption of potatoes and starches, often thought to be the culprit of diabetes Mood: meta-analysis found quality of life and psychological well-being improvedGut microbiome: fibers and nutrients in the WFPB promote a richer gut microbiome. Animal products are linked with more inflammation and dysregulationHow to get started

Sources

TONS for studies: https://www.lifestylemedicine.org/ACLM/Lifestyle_Medicine/Scientific_Evidence/ACLM/About/What_is_Lifestyle_Medicine_/Scientific_Evidence.aspx?hkey=ed4b4130-6ce9-41bb-8703-211bc98eed7fhttps://www.mdanderson.org/publications/focused-on-health/5-benefits-of-a-plant-based-diet.h20-1592991.html

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