There are about 79 million vegans in the US. One survey found that 40% of American millennials consider themselves to be vegans. The plant-based business is expected to grow to a $7.5 billion market by 2025. A plant-based, whole-foods diet may help you lose weight, lower your BMI, lessen your risk of cardiovascular disease, and enhance the function of your heart. A whole-food plant-based diet can be adopted for a variety of reasons. Some people use it to improve their health, the welfare of animals, or to lessen their environmental impact.
We're all in agreement that several studies conducted by medical professionals and other specialists demonstrate the advantages of this diet for overall health, regardless of the choice. The health benefits of a whole food plant-based diet are becoming recognized by the medical profession. This is the diet that more experts are recommending for treating chronic illnesses and for optimum health. I'll limit my list of doctors to these:
Dr T. Colin Campbell is a nutritional biochemist. He is the author of the book "The China Study" and a professor at Cornell University. He has over 40 years of research on the relationship between diet and disease. His work has great importance in whole food plant-based nutrition.
Dr. Michael Greger is New York Times bestselling author and a physician. He runs a non-profit organization called, NutritionFacts.org which provides free videos and articles on the latest research on nutrition. He is also an international speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues.
Dr. Neal Barnard is a clinical researcher and founding president of the Physician Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). He has numerous books including, Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes: The Scientifically Proven System for Reversing Diabetes Without Drugs.
Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn ia a American Physician, researcher, and retired surgeon who is world known for hid groundbreaking work on preventing and reversing heart disease through a whole food plant-based diet. He is the author of the book, "Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease." His wife and daughter, Ann Crile Esselstyn M. ED. and Jane Esselstyn R.N. are a mother-daughter team with years of experience making plant-based recipes. They co-authored the books, "Be a Plant-Based Woman Warrior" and "The Prevent & Reverse Heart Disease Cookbook." Jane created recipes for the bestselling books, Plant-Strong, The Engine 2 Seven Day Rescue Diet, and co-authored, with her brother, The Engine 2 Cookbook.
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a gastroenterologist and author of the book, "Fiber Fueled." He emphasizes on the importance of incorporating fiber-rich plant foods for gut health.He was a repeat guest on The Plant Powered People Podcast.
Dr. Milton Mills is a physician that has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. He has a medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and held positions at various medical institutions like the National Institute of Health (NIH). He is a advocate for whole food plant-based nutrition, social justice, and animal welfare.
Amazing chefs from all over the world are also starting plant-based eateries, and many menu items at these establishments are plant-based. In 2021, "Eleven Madison Park," a Michelin-starred restaurant in New York, eliminated all meat, dairy, and eggs from its menu in favor of unrivaled plant-based cuisine that left patrons with unforgettable dining experiences.
The Michelin Guide awarded a star to Claire Vallee, the chef and owner of the ONA (Origine Non Animale) restaurant in Ares, France, in January 2021. California's Crossroad Kitchen has won multiple accolades, including Best Fine-Dining Restaurant in 2022 from VegNews, Best Vegan Restaurant winner from VegOut, and Most Influential SoCal Restaurants of the Decade from Esquire.
The global plant-based food revolution will only intensify and broaden over time.
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