#68 Dr. Tejal Raju - Plant Based Nutrition for Chronic Pain and Inflammation

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Tejal Raju to discuss chronic pain, inflammation, joint pain, and the role that plant-based nutrition can play in supporting overall health and pain management. Dr. Raju is a double board-certified interventional pain physician in Anesthesiology and Pain Management who has been serving rural Southwest Virginia for over 14 years. In addition to her clinical work, she teaches medical, physician assistant, and resident trainees through her academic appointments at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine and Radford University Carilion. For over a decade, Dr. Raju has followed a plant-based lifestyle and is passionate about the role of nutrition in reducing inflammation and supporting long-term health. She also shares evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle content through her Instagram platform, Fork Over the Pain. In this conversation, we discuss: What chronic pain conditions she sees the most The connection between inflammation and pain Common chronic pain and joint conditions The role of plant-based nutrition in reducing inflammation Fibre, gut health, and why most people are not getting enough How lifestyle approaches can work alongside conventional medicine Connect with Dr. Raju on her website tejalrajumd.com and her Instagram @forkoverthepain. ____________________________________________________________________ Work With Me If you want to transition to a plant-based lifestyle but feel overwhelmed by nutrition science, histamines, or meal planning, let’s chat! I offer private consultations to help you thrive with personalized, evidence-based guidance. 👉 Book your complimentary 15-minute discovery call at synergynutrition.ca Vegan Boss Resources 🛒 Supplements: Visit my Online Store for 100% vegan, carefully curated supplements. Ships across Canada + 10% off everything, always. 👕 Apparel: Wear the message. Check out Vegan Boss Apparel and follow @veganbossapparel. 🎧 Support the Show: Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review if this episode resonated with you! About Your Host Shawna Barker is a nutritionist with a B.Sc. in Nutrition, vegan since 2002. With over 12 years of experience, she shares evidence-based insights to help you master plant-based living. 📩 Connect: DM me anytime @vegan_boss!