Living A Plant-Based Lifestyle

Welcome to Hot Topics! Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers about living a plant-based lifestyle.Join Gabrielle Crichlow and Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers in this enlightening episode as they explore plant-based living. Discover what a plant-based diet entails, the different labels within this category, and delicious meal options for all times of the day.The speakers debunk myths about plant-based diets, particularly the misconception that they lead to low energy levels. They emphasize proper nutrition and the benefits of a balanced approach to plant-based eating.Pregnant women seeking to maintain a plant-based diet will find valuable insights in this episode. Dr. Toombs-Withers shares advice on managing weight gain during pregnancy and nourishing the body with plant-based foods.As a follower of a plant-based diet, Dr. Toombs-Withers shares her journey and offers guidance on adopting this lifestyle for better health. She highlights that a plant-based diet goes beyond salads and stresses the need for a sustainable intake of food for energy.Learn about the role of exercise and discover the ideal number of meals and snacks for optimal health. Dr. Toombs-Withers provides practical tips for navigating social situations while following a plant-based lifestyle.When dining out, planning ahead and seeking vegetable options on menus is essential. She advises practicing moderation within a plant-based diet and emphasizes the importance of balanced eating.The discussion wraps up with Dr. Toombs-Withers recommending a multivitamin to supplement a plant-based diet for proper nutrient intake.This episode serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in a plant-based lifestyle for health reasons, offering practical tips and insights into nutrition and supplementation on your plant-based journey.Who is Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers?Having practiced a plant-based diet for numerous years, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers has strived to incorporate her lifestyle into educating her patients on improving and overcoming their chronic diseases as a Family Physician. She founded Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching in Chattanooga, TN, in 2019 to combine her deep knowledge of medicine, plant-based nutrition, and athletic training to provide Preventative and Chronic Care to her patients using a unique concierge model of care. Dr. Toombs-Withers earned a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from the Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed Residency training in Family Medicine at The University of Cincinnati and Christ Hospital. She has also completed additional Fellowship Training in Obesity Medicine and holds a Certificate of Plant Based Nutrition. Her health basis aligns with her favorite quotes: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” and “Let food be thy medicine.”You can find Dr. Toombs-Withers:On the web: https://www.eohcoaching.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Essenceofhealthwellnessclinic On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essenceofhealthwellnessclinic/On YouTube: https://youtube.com/@EOHWCvideoOn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drshayla Dr. Toombs-Withers also has a podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/teatimeeoh/Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/AIbmfdLXtVARate this episode on IMDB: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt33095011/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk********************************************Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn X: https://www.twitter.com/ASATS2013 On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/On YouTube: https://youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservicesOn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com   Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcastSupport us:Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013Zelle: [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/supportOriginal date of episode: April 16, 2023