PinnedShireen KassamThe Top Science Papers of 2023 Supporting Plant-Based NutritionAs the pandemic of chronic illness worsens and the health of the planet deteriorates, we have a key solution in plain sight. I summarise…Dec 16, 20233Dec 16, 20233
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Shireen KassamReview of the plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine news May 2024I was spoilt for choice this month as there have been some superb papers. I link to ones that I haven’t been able to discuss at the end. I…May 261May 261
Shireen KassamReversing high blood pressure on a whole food plant-based dietI received a diagnosis of high blood pressure around 2006 and was prescribed medication, which quickly became a routine part of my life…May 123May 123
Shireen KassamReview of the plant-based lifestyle medicine news April 2024This month I cover the evolving role of doctors, lifestyle factors and cancer, harms of alcohol consumption, calcium and vitamin D…Apr 30Apr 30
Shireen KassamReview of the plant-based lifestyle medicine news March 2024This month I cover the benefits of sleep, some good news for bone health and those with arthritis, the role of metabolic syndrome in cancer…Mar 24Mar 24
Shireen KassamReview of the plant-based lifestyle medicine news February 2024There was too much choice this month. I cover brain health, prostate cancer, fatty liver, plant-based pregnancies, healthy ageing and more.Feb 24Feb 24
Shireen KassamReview of the plant-based lifestyle medicine news January 2024This year we broaden our focus to include all six pillars of lifestyle medicine, alongside plant-based nutrition. I have changed the name…Jan 27Jan 27
Shireen KassamReview of the plant-based nutrition news November 2023.This month I highlight key evidence for shifting diets towards consuming more plants. The benefits include reduction in chronic diseases…Nov 23, 2023Nov 23, 2023