#281: Multiple sclerosis was a catalyst to her plant-based journey with Ashley Madden
"At the base of MS is inflammation. And so when we talk about lifestyle and diet, what we're really trying to do is decrease the overall inflammation in our bodies." –Ashley Madden
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I chat with plant-based chef, cookbook author, and certified holistic nutrition consultant Ashley Madden about her multiple sclerosis diagnosis and how her plant-based journey has changed the trajectory of her life. We also talk about her radical career change from pharmacist to chef, what it’s like eating a plant-based diet in Taiwan, and her latest cookbook. This is a delightful episode you won’t want to miss!
Some of the topics covered in today’s episode include:
Ashley's journey from pharmacist to a plant-based lifestyle due to her multiple sclerosis diagnosis
Navigating the stages post-diagnosis
What motivates her to embrace diet and lifestyle changes
How she went from pharmacist to chef and cookbook author
Challenges and perks of plant-based eating in Taiwan
Her top three tips for individuals facing life-changing diagnoses and looking to make positive changes
This episode has real value, especially for those dealing with new diagnoses or chronic conditions
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Ashley Madden
More about my honored guest:
Ashley Madden is a trained and passionate plant-based chef, certified holistic nutrition consultant, author of The Plant-Based Cookbook, food photographer, and former pharmacist. A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis triggered an overhaul of her personal and professional life and ultimately, she traded prescriptions for plants!
She shares her flavorful and inventive plant-based, gluten-free and oil-free culinary creations on her recipe blog RiseShineCook.ca. Originally from Canada, Ashley currently resides in Taipei with her husband Bernard, son George, and beloved collection of cookbooks. Riseshinecook.ca
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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