#136 : Building a Plant-Based and Wellness-Focused Community with Dr. Riz and Maya of PlantBased DFW
“We are what we eat. It’s real simple.” -Dr. Rizwan Bukhari
Dr. Rizwan Bukhari and Maya Acosta are a husband and wife power team passionate about healthy lifestyles and plant-based nutrition. After learning about plant-based nutrition and doing their own research they have transformed their lives. They are now the leaders of PlantBased DFW a PlantPure Pod that aims to create community for those wanting to learn more about plant-based diets. Dr. Riz also leads Walk with a Doc and talks to his patients about lifestyle habits.
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I interview Dr. Riz and Maya about their journey and how they have created their successful community.
We discuss:
Their plant-based journey
Why they are so passionate about plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine
PlantBased DFW and why they started it
Advice that Dr. Riz has for those ready to make a lifestyle change
How Dr. Riz integrates lifestyle medicine into his practice
What tips Maya has for those wanting to start their own plant-based community
What they wish more people knew
The personal habit they are each proud of
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Dr. Rizwan Bukhari and Maya Acosta
More about my honored guest:
Dr. Rizwan Bukhari is a board certified vascular surgeon and is board certified in lifestyle medicine. He practices in Dallas. He has a specific interest in minimally invasive procedures such as atherectomy, angioplasty, and stenting for limb salvage and amputation prevention. He has seen the ravaging effects of poor lifestyle choices on health.
Maya Acosta is a plant-based nutrition advocate, educator, and avid home cook. She is very passionate about empowering people to improve their health. As a result, she works on collaborations, building relationships, running a podcast, website and social media to support their missions:
To educate individuals on taking control of their own health through better nutrition and better lifestyle choices.
To unite, elevate and grow the Dallas plant-based community and now online community.
To educate other healthcare professionals and physicians on the importance of plant-based nutrition so they too can incorporate this info into their patient education and treatment.
To reach out to medical students and residents in training to teach them about plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine, understanding that they will be the future leaders to teach our patients.
You can learn more at: www.plantbaseddfw.com
The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor.
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