Your Diet May Be Why You Have Chronic Pain...

For all of my childhood and much of my young adult life, I struggled with gastrointestinal issues and gut discomfort. My doctors and I couldn’t figure out why. At one point, I just assumed that would always be how my life would be. Until one day in 2017, I was introduced to the concept of plant-based dieting. I had no idea what that lifestyle entailed, nor did I expect any benefits. I just thought it’d be a fun, healthy thing to try—kind of like a juice cleanse.Within two days, my lifelong stomach issues began to subside. Within two weeks, my energy levels noticeably improved because my sleep quality had almost instantly improved. Within four weeks, my chronic aches and pains were completely gone, and I knew my fun little diet change was indefinite.What is a plant-based diet?A plant-based diet is a nutritional approach focusing on the consumption of fruits, vegetables, seeds, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and minimal to no animal products. Do you know what would happen to your body if you added 30% more vegetables to your diet?* Increased energy levels* Improved gut health, mood, and cardiovascular health* Better immune function* Reduced blood pressure and lower cholesterolIn sharing this part of my life, I hope it resonates or gives a boost to others looking to improve their health through their diet. Please continue to do your research and consult with a medical professional before making any major dietary shifts.This week’s challenge: * Make or buy a plant-based meal this week* Take a photo* Follow and tag Lamisa Wellness Collective on Facebook! Stay tuned for our post on Saturday! Did you see last week’s post? Get full access to Lamisa Wellness Collective at lamisawellnesscollective.substack.com/subscribe