In her recent appearance on Arizona’s Family, Dr. Cintara Bradley, a licensed naturopathic doctor at Sonoran University of Health Sciences, offered practical insights on how to stay nutritionally balanced while following a plant-based diet. Whether you’re fully vegan or simply looking to incorporate more plant-forward meals into your lifestyle, Dr. Bradley shared that intentionality is key.
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Dr. Bradley highlighted the importance of including a wide variety of whole plant foods, legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, to support overall wellness. She emphasized getting enough protein, iron, calcium, vitamin B12, and omega-3s, nutrients that can be more challenging to obtain without animal products. Fortified foods and supplementation may also play a role in supporting long-term health.
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One of the most common misconceptions? That plant-based automatically means healthy. “It’s easy to rely too much on packaged meat alternatives or miss out on key nutrients,” Dr. Bradley explained. She encouraged viewers to focus on whole, unprocessed foods and to monitor nutrient levels with the help of a licensed provider.
For those considering a plant-based lifestyle, Dr. Bradley advised starting gradually, perhaps with one plant-based meal per day, and building from there. Keeping meals exciting and nutrient-dense helps build sustainable habits.
Dr. Bradley’s appearance builds on guidance shared in our previous post, “Vegan Nutrition: How to Stay Healthy While Plant-Based” where we explore the fundamentals of balanced vegan eating and how naturopathic care can help you thrive. Together, these resources offer a holistic look at what it means to be nourished, mind and body, on a plant-based path.
For more about Dr. Bradley visit her bio page by clicking here.
