New York State hospitals must now make plant-based meals available to patients upon request, thanks to a law that goes into effect on December 6.
The law helps reinforce advice that I give my patients every day: Eating more fruits, vegetables, grains and beans can help prevent and, in many cases, reverse heart disease. Continue reading “Fighting Heart Disease with Healthy Hospital Food”
The fall and winter are often associated with respiratory illnesses, and it’s not uncommon to see people coughing and sniffling throughout both seasons. It’s always important to do what you can to prevent and best manage such illnesses. It’s also important to identify what you have so you can address it appropriately, and know when to seek professional help.
More types of respiratory ailments are out there than ever before, Continue reading “9 of the Most Prevalent Respiratory Illnesses”
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Your lungs are a vital part of your respiratory system, working with other organs to help you breathe – and live. Doing what you can to maintain optimal lung health is important to ensure your body gets the oxygen it needs. There are many factors that can affect lung health, including lifestyle choices, environment and diet.
This guide will share some of the best vitamins and supplements to keep your respiratory system in top shape during the winter and throughout the year. Continue reading “Best Supplements for Lung Health”
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You need to have good respiratory health to do everything you want to do and live your best life. Your lung capacity affects how well your lungs are functioning, and over time that capacity starts to decrease. There are many things that can impact lung health, such as lifestyle choices, your environment and other factors.
There are always ways to improve your respiratory health, even if it has not always been a priority. Continue reading “6 Ways to Improve Respiratory Health”
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All the nutrients you need to build strong bones can be found by eating plants, without the negative health risks from milk and dairy products.
Nutrient-packed fruits and vegetables, along with exercise, can help build and maintain strong bones. Exercise is one of the most effective ways to build bone density, or the measurement of the amount of minerals contained in a certain volume of bone. Exercise will also help decrease the risk of osteoporosis. Continue reading “A Plant-Based Diet Can Build Strong Bones”
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