In this episode of Well with Felicia, I sat down with Felicia Tsam, one of my co-authors on our review titled Animal vs Plant-Based Meat: A Hearty Debate, which has garnered global attention for its exploration of how plant-based and animal-based meats impact cardiovascular health.
We addressed the common fears and summarized the potential health benefits of plant-based meat alternatives. This is a topic rife with misconceptions surrounding processed plant-based meats, despite evidence suggesting they could improve cardiovascular risk by lowering cholesterol levels and potentially promoting weight loss.
We also discuss key factors to consider when choosing healthy alternatives and how plant-based options can be part of a heart-healthy diet, since products do vary substantially.
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Dr. Matthew Nagra is a Naturopathic Doctor in Vancouver who is passionate about evidence-based nutrition and medicine. In addition to his online and public speaking work, he employs a wide range lifestyle interventions, including plant-based nutrition, as well as physical therapies in his practice to help his patients prevent or recover from chronic illnesses and physical injuries. Holding a Plant-Based Nutrition Certification from Cornell University and the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, he has penned several articles on the topic, underlining his specialized training in nutrition.