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May 2024
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Empowering Health Through Plant-Based Nu...

Reverse insulin resistance permanently
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Join Robby in Boston for THE BEST PLANT-BASED CONFERENCE EVER!    In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, Patricia Thompson and Brooke Oli, plant-based enthusiasts, share their personal health journeys and the inception of their event known as 'the best plant-based conference ever.' Patricia recounts her battle with thyroid cancer and how a whole food plant-based diet played a crucial role in her health journey. Brooke shares her transition to veganism after being inspired by a documentary and the subsequent discovery of her own health through whole food plant-based eating. The discussion covers the importance of a personalized diet, intermittent fasting, and community support in achieving sustainable health improvements.   They also highlight the significance of their upcoming conference in Boston, where numerous experts, including Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Dr. Michael Greger, and Dr. Neil Barnard, will be speaking.    The episode emphasizes the critical role of community and personalized care in managing and reversing health issues while also sharing practical strategies for implementing these changes in daily life.   01:38 Announcing the Best Plant-Based Conference Ever 02:56 Diving Into Vegan vs. Whole Food Plant-Based Diets 04:09 Patricia's Transformative Health Journey 11:29 Exploring the Nuances of Health and Diet 18:01 Brooke's Path to Plant-Based Living 23:27 The Power of a Plant-Based Diet: A Personal Health Journey 29:42 Sharing Knowledge: The Journey of Writing and Publishing 32:24 Creating Connections: The Conference Experience 37:38 Looking Forward: Future Projects and Closing Thoughts     Check it out to register: https://wellness-20.net/vsl-order-form16727975196   Contact: info@wellness-20.com
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