Diet, Pain and Disease

Every single thing we eat or drink has a direct effect on our body and health. Simply put diet, pain and disease are directly related. Diets high in omega-6 polyunsaturated fats are a significant risk factor for inflammatory and neuropathic pain. Foods high in omega-6 polyunsaturated fats include:

Baked goods

Meat

Fast Food

Fried Food

Pre-packaged food and processed snacks like chips

Milk and other dairy products are the top source of saturated fat in the American Diet, contributing to Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, and Alzheimer's Disease. Studies have also linked dairy to increased risk of Breast, Ovarian, and Prostate Cancers.

Eating a plant-based diet doesn't mean you have to give up all the foods you're used to, but we think when you begin to feel less discomfort and associate what you ingest with how you feel, you'll want to explore further. Even substituting a meal without meat a couple of times a week is a start. If done correctly, a plant-based diet is nutrient-dense and packed with fiber, healthy fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals.

We post many of our video recipes on our YouTube Channel too, primarily as easy-to-view "shorts" HERE We are always here to help you! This is what we do in our Family and Lifestyle Medicine Direct Primary Care practice every day! Please just reach out to us HERE Physician or PT? Feel free to share our videos and posts! Patti