Why a Plant-Based Diet is Good for Your Health

Chiropractic care complements a natural lifestyle because it doesn't involve medication or invasive procedures. In Hendersonville, many of our patients have heard about the benefits of a plant-based diet. At Carter Natural Health Center, we recommend eating plenty of fruits and vegetables to help your body heal itself and to be a healthier you.

What Is a Plant-Based Diet?

Centering your diet on plants doesn't necessarily mean you have to become a vegetarian. In fact, seeds, nuts, and quality protein make sense in a plant-based diet. Many Americans fill up on calorie-rich foods that don't contain the nutrients needed to maintain a vital metabolism. A concentration on vegetable oils, as well as simple carbohydrates, often leads to obesity, malnourishment, fatigue, and allergies.

Your Cells Need Healthy Food

Many people use food to gain pleasure. The taste and social experience of sharing food often cause Americans to overindulge. However, it's possible to make good food choices and enjoy your meal at the same time. Your cells require specific nutrients and elements to function optimally. They're counting on you to make the right decisions.

Fresh vegetables and fruits provide antioxidants, micronutrients, phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals, and fiber to your body. Lean meat contributes essential amino acids to round out a healthy diet.

Here's a trick to help you make the right decisions every time you eat. Start with a plant-based appetizer. Raw foods hold the most nutrients, so this could be a salad or sliced fruit. This simple habit gets nutrients into your body and helps you fill up on the healthiest option first.

We believe that chiropractic care begins with building a healthy body. Eating plants helps you fuel your body down to a cellular level. This amplifies the results of the treatment you receive in our office.

Ask Us for More Information about Plant-Based Diets

At Carter Natural Health Center in Hendersonville, we provide comprehensive chiropractic care, including nutritional counseling. Contact us today online or by phone (615-826-8480) to set up an appointment.