The Latest From The Plant-Based Pharmacist
Black Bean and Brown Rice Burger
One of my favorite homemade veggie burgers is my Black Bean and Brown Rice Burger. This is a delicious, filling plant-based burger that makes a wonderful substitute for a ground beef burger. Plus you get all the health benefits to go along with the taste. This recipe is rather quick and simple with only […]
Reversing Lupus on a Plant-Based Diet
On October 31, 2005, my father passed away from complications related to an autoimmune disease. Six years later, in September 2011, after many visits to various doctors and numerous lab tests, I was diagnosed with the same disease—systemic lupus with a positive double marker of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). My ANA was 1:40 and very specific […]
Preventing and Treating Breast and Prostate Cancer – Food vs Medicine
Cancer – the word actually comes from the Greek word karkinos, a word used to describe carcinoma tumors by the famous physician Hippocrates (460-370 B.C.).1 Cancer is arguably the most terrifying diagnosis anyone can receive from his or her physician. It’s also the second leading cause of death in the United States and around the […]
Reversing My Heart Disease With Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, Jr.
My name is Paul Chatlin. I was born in Detroit, Michigan and have lived in West Bloomfield, Michigan since 1971. I am 57 years old. In May of 2013, I was diagnosed with heart disease. One of my arteries was 100% blocked and two others were 65% blocked. I had leaky valves and an enlarged heart, […]
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) – Overview and Treatment Options
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has become increasingly common amongst Western cultures. This chronic disease is now estimated to affect up to 27.8% of North America and 25.9% of Europe.1 With 1 out of every 4 people suffering from this condition, it is not surprising that direct and indirect healthcare costs associated with GERD in the […]
Kale and Butternut Squash Veggie Soup
This kale and butternut squash veggie soup is the perfect way to warm up a cold, chilly winter evening.
Crohn’s Disease – Diet vs Drug Treatment
In this article, I will discuss treatment options as it pertains to using diet versus medications in Crohn’s disease.
10 Plant-Based Holiday Treats
Here you’ll find ten holiday favorites made without using animal products. These are all easy recipes you can make yourself.
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