This week, we invited Dr. Ashwani Garg to talk about his experiences with plant-based diets for his family, his patients, and himself. Dr. Garg is a Family Physician at Advocate Health and Clinical Associate Professor at North Central College. Inspired by works such as Forks Over Knives, he has adopted a plant-based diet and works with his patients to make healthy lifestyle changes.

Today, You'll Learn:

7:09 - 7:39 Why Dr. Garg went plant-based

10:44 - 11:10 Taking charge of your children's health

11:50 - 12:13 Reasons for staying plant-based

16:28 - 16:56 Putting more plants on the plate

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Chocolate Veggie Smoothie Recipe:

1 cup shredded carrot

1 cup diced celery

2 cups oat milk

2 frozen bananas

4 Tbsp cacao powder

3 Tbsp maple syrup (to taste)

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Makes about 4 cups.

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