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Mental health is often framed as something that happens to  us—driven by genetics, circumstances, or stress we can’t control. But in a recent episode of the Plant-Based Support Podcast , Dr. Niki Davis  and psychologist Dr. Angela Crawford  explore a powerful truth that’s still missing from most conversations: what we eat directly affects how we feel. Dr. Crawford shares her personal journey from a standard American diet to vegetarianism and eventually a whole-food, plant-bas

Some mornings, it feels like the world starts at a sprint before we even open our eyes. Notifications glow on the nightstand. Emails are already waiting. The news feed hums with urgency. Before we have taken a conscious breath, our nervous system is in a low simmer of stress. If you are someone who treasures plant-based food, running on quiet trails, rolling out a yoga mat, or pausing to check in with your mind and heart, you probably know this tension well. You long to live

I still remember sitting at the dinner table at 17, pushing pieces of meat around my plate and feeling this heavy, confusing mix of guilt and grief. I had just started learning about factory farming. The images, the stories, the realization that my choices were part of that system, stayed with me far longer than any meal ever could. Back then, people around me mostly said one of two things: “You’re being dramatic. Humans are meant to eat meat,” or “Ok, but how are you going t

We talk a lot about nutrition in the plant-based world—and for good reason. A whole-food, plant-based diet can dramatically improve heart health, metabolic disease, and longevity. But according to Dr. Matthew Lederman , food is only part of the story. In a recent episode of the Plant-Based Support Podcast , lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Niki Davis  sits down with Dr. Lederman to explore a powerful but often overlooked driver of health: connection . Dr. Lederman shares a st

There is a moment that happens on almost every trail run I go on. My breath settles into a steady rhythm, the chatter in my mind softens, and suddenly I feel very small and very held at the same time. The trees do not care how productive I was this week, or how many emails are still unanswered. The trail only asks for my presence, my attention, my respect. That feeling is what living with intention and compassion points to. It is less about having the perfect morning routine

Some mornings, intention feels easy. You wake up before your alarm, roll out your mat for a few slow sun salutations, sip warm tea while the sky softens from dark to light, and maybe lace up your shoes for a short run. Your food is colorful. Your thoughts are mostly kind. Your body feels like a friend. Other days, intention feels like a distant ideal. You scroll before you breathe. You skip breakfast or eat whatever is closest. Your mind races with to-do lists, worries, and q

There are days when the mind feels louder than the world outside. The to-do lists, the subtle anxiety, the endless scroll. Even when we are eating plant-based, running trails, and doing “all the right things,” our inner world can still feel crowded. This is where yoga and intentional movement become something deeper than fitness. They become a way back to ourselves. A way to soften the mind, not by forcing it to be quiet, but by giving it a new rhythm to follow. This is not a

Some mornings, the mind feels louder than the outside world. You open your eyes and the thoughts arrive before your feet hit the floor. To-do lists, quiet worries, the subtle ache of something you cannot quite name. On those days, it is easy to believe that peace lives somewhere far away, in a future version of yourself who has more time, more discipline, or less to carry. But what I keep learning, over and over, is that mental wellness is not waiting for us in the future. It

Most people believe modern medicine will save them if something goes wrong. But according to Dr. Joel Fuhrman , that belief may be the biggest risk factor of all. In a powerful episode of the Plant-Based Support Podcast , lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Niki Davis  sits down with Dr. Fuhrman—board-certified family physician and nutrition expert—to uncover what the public is not  being told about disease prevention, cancer risk, and the limits of conventional medical care. Dr

❤️ Heart disease is still the leading cause of death worldwide, yet much of it is preventable. In a recent episode of the Plant-Based Support Podcast , lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Niki Davis  sits down with renowned plant-based cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn  to unpack what actually protects your heart—and what many people misunderstand about heart health. 🌱 Dr. Kahn makes one thing clear early on: a whole-food, plant-based diet is the most powerful foundation for cardiovas

Worried about getting enough protein on a plant-based diet? COO of Plant-Based Support, Bryan Dennstedt, busts the protein myth and shares his top tips for a successful transition. Plus, Dr. Niki reveals the nutrient almost everyone is deficient in.

Paul Chatlin faced imminent bypass surgery or a heart transplant at 54. Discover the shocking choice he made, the plant-based lifestyle that saved his life, and how it sparked the global Plant-Based Support movement. Dr. Niki Davis interviews the founder in this must-listen episode.

When I first transitioned to eating plant-based, I never imagined I’d also have to navigate being gluten-free. Like many people, my gut...

In today’s world, chronic illness is on the rise and yet, so many people are still unaware of the powerful role plant-based nutrition can play in reversing disease and restoring vitality. We believe that nutrition is medicine , and that lasting health comes from both the right information  and the right community . But here’s what often gets missed: it’s not enough to simply eat more plants.  To sustain real transformation, people need education, encouragement, and a  support

The types, kinds, and amounts of whole plant foods in your diet boost your gut microbiome and help you lose weight and maintain it, lower...

Welcome to Plant Based Support: A Home for Plant-Based Enthusiasts In a world where health, environment, and ethics are increasingly...

We must each be our own health advocate.  We must read up, ask questions, think about it, talk to a few people in your circle of trust, and then decide. In today’s fast-paced world, taking control of our health has never been more important. While doctors, dietitians, and other health professionals provide valuable guidance, we must remember that no one understands our body better than we do. Becoming our own health advocate means actively seeking the best information, making

In recent years, gut health has become a major focus in the wellness community, and for good reason. Research continues to highlight the...

Loneliness can often feel like a heavy, crushing weight. It has a way of isolating, making movement feel painful and conversation...

I wanted to take a moment to remind you of the incredible benefits of transitioning to a plant-based diet and how it can positively...