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When it comes to embracing a vegan diet – there are plenty of people who have opinions. But if we cut through it and focus only on your health and wellness, what is really important to consider?

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Dr. Cheryl and Dana dive into the topic in this episode of The Wellness Table, and talk about:

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• The tragic death of a young influencer and her dietary choices that may have contributed to her death
• What can lead to protein deficiency and malnutrition in any diet
• Why any kind of restrictive diet or lifestyle choice must be carefully considered for negative health effects
• The practice of dry fasting and what it can lead to
• What “orthorexia” is and what happens if someone takes a wellness concept to the extreme
• The impact of stress on our hunger hormones and health
• What to know about a vegan diet, whether you’re embracing more plant-based foods and meals or transitioning completely to a vegan lifestyle
• What not to do when following a vegan diet, if your goal is to get healthier and have long-term wellness
• What to understand about the American Heart Association’s approach to the vegan diet and other diets