Long before plant-based eating was “cool” there were a handful of doctors who knew health, or lack thereof, was a direct result of what people eat. Ahead of the times, Dr. Michael Klaper was among the few and far between doctors who intuitively understood the healing power of food. As an early adopter of a whole food, plant-based diet, Dr. Klaper didn’t shy away from letting his patients know that a plant-based diet and a balanced lifestyle are essential for health and can be the difference between healing an illness or treating its symptoms. NHA is honored to have had Dr. Klaper as a presenter at the annual conference as far back as 25 years ago. The longstanding relationship is one we value and cherish. In this episode of the Health Science Podcast, host, Dr. Frank Sabatino explores the health benefits of a plant-based diet as well as the impact of animal-based foods on the environment with Dr. Klaper and Moving Medicine Forward. About National Health Association The National Health Association (NHA) is a non-profit organization that promotes the benefits of a plant-based diet. The Association provides educational materials, educational events, and services to thousands of people around the world. The mission of the National Health Association is to educate and empower individuals to understand that health results from healthful living. We recognize the integration of all aspects of health: personal, environmental, and social. We communicate the benefits of a plant-based diet, exercise and rest, a healthy environment, psychological well-being, and, when indicated, the use of fasting. We take a leadership role in advocating health freedom issues. Members who enroll at the basic membership level for only $35 per year enjoy a subscription to our award-winning quarterly health journal, Health Science, access to the “Members Only” section of the NHA Website (which contains all 43 years of back issues of the magazine),  the ability to download for free many classic out of print eBooks on the history of the Natural Hygiene Movement, including Fasting Can Save Your Life and The Greatest Health Discovery, discounts on books, and early notice of NHA events.  https://www.healthscience.org/join-renew/ Join in on the 75th Anniversary NHA Conference taking place in June, 2023. To learn more and register, visit https://www.healthscience.org/2023-nha-conference/ Be sure to check out the NHA Travel itinerary. Book you dream, plant-exclusive cruise. https://www.healthscience.org/plant-based-travel/