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074: From Rocket Scientist to 100% Plant-Based Lifestyle Doc with Dr. Niki Davis

074: From Rocket Scientist to 100% Plant-Based Lifestyle Doc with Dr. Niki Davis

FromNHA Health Science Podcast


074: From Rocket Scientist to 100% Plant-Based Lifestyle Doc with Dr. Niki Davis

FromNHA Health Science Podcast

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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
Apr 4, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Niki Davis, a former rocket scientist turned board-certified physician in lifestyle medicine, was a recent guest on the NHA Health Science Podcast, hosted by the esteemed Dr. Frank Sabatino.  Dr. Davis brings a unique perspective to the table, blending her scientific background with her passion for holistic wellness and plant-based nutrition. With Love.Life/Telehealth, she's pioneering a new era of healthcare, offering personalized telehealth services that prioritize preventive care and lifestyle interventions. Through Love.Life/Telehealth, Dr. Davis provides comprehensive consultations, empowering patients to make informed choices about their health.  Here are three tips she shared for transitioning to a plant-based diet: • Start gradually by incorporating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes into your meals. • Experiment with plant-based recipes and cooking techniques to discover new flavors and textures. • Focus on variety and balance to ensure you're getting all the essential nutrients your body needs. Dr. Davis's dedication to lifestyle medicine extends beyond her clinical practice. She's an active advocate for healthy living, hosting workshops, retreats, and community events to educate and inspire others to embrace a wellness-focused lifestyle. Join us in celebrating Dr. Niki Davis's remarkable contributions to the field of healthcare and her commitment to empowering individuals to live their healthiest lives. Tune in to her episode on the NHA Health Science Podcast at http://www.HealthScience.org/podcast/074-Niki-Davis   and learn more at Love.Life/telehealth. Episode Highlights  [00:00]   Introduction [01:45]  From the space shuttle to lifestyle medicine… the big leap.  [04:45]  Family backlash doesn’t deter Dr. Davis from eating plant-based.  [08:00]  The motivation to specialize in family medicine.  [13:15]  Into lifestyle medicine before becoming a doctor.   [15:00]  Plant Based Montana sets the tone for future endeavors.  [17:30]  Love.Life/Telehealth offers a greater reach to patients.   [22:40]  Aligning patient’s care with their primary care physicians.   [27:00]  Walks in the park, forest bathing and potlucks. [31:30]  Retreats, retreats, retreats. #NHAHealthSciencePodcast to join the conversation. #LifestyleMedicine #PlantBasedHealth #HolisticWellness #Telehealth #LoveLifeTelehealth
Released:
Apr 4, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Health Science Podcast is brought to you by the National Health Association (NHA) championing the Gold Standard of a Whole Plant-Food Diet and Lifestyle Since 1948. The NHA's Mission is to educate and empower individuals to understand science-backed results from an integration of all aspects of health; personal, environmental, social, and the animals. All of our experts subscribe to a whole food, plant-based nutrition, no SOS, lifestyle and take a leadership role in advocating for healthy living and social justice. Many of our experts identify as ethical vegans. NHA supports medically supervised water-fasting. Water-fasting is a widely accepted protocol for healthy fasting.