Thinking about going plant-based? Your body will thank you.
A well-planned plant-based diet is linked to lower risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. It’s naturally rich in fiber, antioxidants, and phytonutrients that reduce inflammation and support gut health. Many people also notice improved energy, better digestion, healthier weight management, and improved cholesterol levels.
So why don’t more people adopt it?
In this talk, Dr. Marta Christov will address three common concerns that keep people from incorporating more plant foods into their diets and give practical tips on how to succeed.
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About the Presenter:
Dr. Marta Christov is a physician-scientist, nephrologist (kidney specialist), and poet based in the Boston area. She earned both a PhD in biology and an MD at Dartmouth and completed her nephrology training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Over more than two decades in medicine her research has explored mineral metabolism, kidney injury, and the close links between kidney and cardiovascular health across more than twenty-five peer-reviewed publications. Alongside her clinical and scientific work, she is an emerging poet whose writing seeks to elevate the patient experience — finding attention, dignity, and beauty in the body and its vulnerabilities. At Cary Memorial Library, she brings both the clinician’s and the poet’s eye to a conversation about the benefits of plant-based nutrition to cardiovascular and kidney health and tips on how to overcome some common barriers to adopting healthier eating habits. See: kidneyhealth360.com