Food as Medicine

​I was at a retreat this weekend, which was great, but honestly the food wasn’t so good.
 
I was eating minimally and a friend asked if I was a vegetarian.  I responded that I wasn’t and that I didn’t follow any of the types of diets that we usually think of – vegan, paleo, pescetarian, etc… but that I’m thoughtful about what I eat.
 
Someone who knew me well added that while most people eat for enjoyment and energy, I view food as medicine.
 
When he said this, I had this deep aha moment.  This is what I’ve been trying to convey when I say that we should eat to maximize nutrients and minimize process foods.
 
Take a moment to think about this.  Food truly is medicine.  What grows around us enables us thrive and to stay healthy.
 
When we take advantage of real food that we can easily incorporate into our diet, we are doing the work of healing.
 
In study after study, people who eat real food and lots of vegetables have better health outcomes.
 
I’ve been writing a lot about my Yummy Healthy Food Group.  I think I’m so jazzed about it because I see the effect that nutritious eating has on my patients.  There are those who see incredible results in a few visits because as they get acupuncture treatments, they are also changing their diets, losing weight and finding increased energy.
 
Some patients make major changes, cutting out all processed and problematic foods.  Other people make smaller shifts, adding more vegetables & cutting down on junk food.  Both approaches lead to feelings of ease and empowerment.  For some it means they can, with their doctor’s care, reduce the amount of medication they take.   They also reduce their risk of diabetes, heart disease and pain due to inflammation.
 
There are still some openings in Yummy Healthy Food Group.  It starts on 9/25 and Monday will be the last day to sign up for the class.
 
If you’re interested in finding out more about it, go to Yummy Healthy Food Group.  You’ll be asked to fill out a form & schedule a free online consultation.
 
Also, feel free to contact me by email or phone.

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