EXCERPT: I preface this by saying that I am neither a doctor nor a nutritionist. I am, however, a Board-Certified health and wellness coach consistently trying to “walk the talk.” I will also say here that while there is significant research supporting Mediterranean (AKA Blue Zones diet), vegetarian and vegan diets to lower the risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and inflammation (the leading cause of disease), while also reducing our carbon footprint, I am not writing this to change anyone’s mind about anything. As I mentioned, I’m a coach, not an advisor, nor anyone’s judge and jury. With that said, I’m sharing my ongoing transition to a more plant-based diet because I believe that it is the healthiest and more compassionate way to live. READ MORE on Medium.