Ep 32: Fueling the Plant Forward Runner - Myths & Must-Knows, with Dr. Kavita Patel

Can you really fuel your running with plants alone? And what’s the deal with protein and carbs when you’re logging miles? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Kavita Patel, an Internal Medicine physician with a certification in culinary medicine, and founder of CulVita Consulting. Dr. Patel specializes in helping people prevent and manage diet-related diseases through a "food as medicine" approach — and she's also passionate about supporting active lifestyles through plant-forward eating. Together, we explore: *What it means to be a plant-forward runner *How to meet your protein needs with plant-based foods *The truth about carbs and why runners need them Whether you're curious about eating more plants, already plant-based, or simply want to fuel your runs with better nutrition, this conversation is full of actionable tips and myth-busting wisdom. Connect with Dr. Kavita Patel: Website: www.culvitaconsulting.com Instagram: @culvitaconsulting *** Dr. Quirk offers 1:1 run coaching and group coaching programs. To work with her, head to her website https://www.mindful-marathon.com Follow Mindful Marathon on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/Mindful.Marathon https://www.facebook.com/MindfulMarathon​ *** The information contained in this podcast is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should consult your primary care physician before undertaking any fitness regimen or exercise, which can pose serious health risks if undertaken or performed improperly. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in the videos is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/advanced practice provider. ***