VP#61: A Heart on the Line, a Promise to God, a Lifetime of Giving Back, & Nonstop Adventures with Vegan Docs Kahn, Esselstyn, & Campbell: Veganism in Action with PBNSG Founder Paul Chatlin

Looking for a living example of initiative and self-determination? Look no further! In May of 2013, Paul Chatlin was diagnosed with heart disease and presented with two options: bypass surgery or something called "plant-based nutrition." He opted for the latter. The very next day, Paul consulted with Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, who gave him the lowdown on whole-food, plant-based eating. Incredibly, after just three weeks, Paul's angina disappeared. His cholesterol levels plummeted from 350 to 92, and he lost 75 pounds in four months! Not only that, he kept it off. Paul promised himself that when he felt better, he would put together a support group to help others. He contacted Dr. Joel Kahn, who agreed to assist him on the journey. In February 2014, he hosted his first Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group (PBNSG) meeting, and 123 people attended! As of today, PBNSG has helped more than 150,000 people, offering outreach programs that are always educational and plant-based. Paul's current project is creating an alliance called Sage Circle Alliance to bring together like-minded organizations and individuals. Resources: Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group: https://www.pbnsg.org/ Sage Circle Alliance: https://www.sagecirclealliance.org/home Email Paul: ⁠[email protected]⁠