Preventing and reversing chronic disease is within our grasp. We didn't inherit chronic disease; our lifestyle and dietary choices led us to it. By halting harmful habits and allowing our bodies to heal, reversal becomes achievable.
Please note that every one of us is unique, and modifications will be necessary.
Diet and Lifestyle Tips for the Prevention and Reversal of Chronic Disease
Avoid dairy.
Avoid oil.
Limit animal foods to 2-3 times per week (organic meat, eggs, or wild-caught fish). *
Avoid highly processed foods.
Avoid alcohol.
Celiac patients must adhere strictly to a 100% gluten-free diet.
Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
Enjoy other healthy drinks like filtered coffee, green tea, and herbal teas.
Take vitamin B12 (2,000 micrograms once per week).
Limit sugar intake.
Do not smoke.
Ensure adequate sleep.
Manage and reduce stress levels.
Spend time in nature.
Exercise regularly.
Cultivate healthy relationships; eliminate toxic ones.
Get regular sun exposure.
Embrace laughter as a stress reliever.
Practice gratitude daily for mental and emotional well-being.
* The less animal foods you consume, the healthier you will be.
And so will our planet! 🌍
Katz DL. Plant-Based Diets for Reversing Disease and Saving the Planet: Past, Present, and Future. Adv Nutr. 2019;10(Suppl_4):S304-S307. doi:10.1093/advances/nmy124
"Food" for thought:
Disease Reversal Hope! Real People. Real Stories. is a collection of 36 inspiring accounts of individuals who reversed chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and more through a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. Once facing grim prognoses—wheelchairs, lifelong medications, or even terminal diagnoses—they transformed their lives, regaining health and vitality. These moving stories of struggle, discovery, and triumph will make you laugh, cry, and most importantly, believe in the power of whole plant foods to heal and restore.
