E60: Obesity Medicine: Lifestyle Medicine: Nutrition Recommendations

Today I will be continuing with the lifestyle medicine series, and I will be continuing to talk about nutrition. I will discuss the general way of eating that I advocate for most people, which is a plant-based diet. This doesn't mean no meat products. It means a diet of at least 90% plants. And I acknowledge that it isn't for everyone, but on the whole this is the diet that will lead to a healthier body and mind. I will discuss the principles of this diet, and I will give examples of the types of foods that are in it. I'll talk about fermented foods, fats, omega-3s, proteins, fiber, nutrients, and healthy snacks. I'll give you an idea of the kinds of foods that I think you should eat more of. There's no need for supplements for most people; just whole healthy foods. And we aren't done with this episode. I will be discussing more healthy foods in future episodes, the ketogenic diet, and also the unhealthy foods and what good replacements for them would be. I hope this inspires you that eating healthy can be affordable, fun, easy, delicious, and improve both body and mind. Remember food really is medicine, and if you eat better, you may not need to take any! Have a listen!