The plant-based diet | Michael Greger, MD, | TEDxBismarck

[@berniekeene868]

I bought his book how not to die and went vegan 18 months ago. I’ve gone from 250 ponds to 190. I’m a 59 year old 6’2” male. I never counted calories and enjoy food and eating now more than ever. My bad cholesterol went from 184 to 90. He has made a believer out of me and several of my friends!! Thx Doc.

[@ooo789456123]

Great experience, I had a similar result

[@ooo789456123]

My father's blood pressure went from 160-180, down to 125-135 on a whole food plant based diet

[@VENOMOUSE77]

And what happened to your "good" cholesterol? Vegans nearly always have terribly low HDL.

[@tillrenger6815]

@@VENOMOUSE77 good cholesterol is not correlated with heart disease.

[@timmayer1968]

What exactly is "bad cholesterol"?

[@MictheVegan]

lol to that disclaimer: Greger promotes a 'specific diet that lacks sufficient scientific evidence?!' His upcoming book has 5,000 references. He also just cited more studies than I have ever seen on the TED stage.

[@jean6453]

Mic the Vegan I saw that too. I'd like to know who they were trying to not upset.. donors perhaps? There has been a big jump in acceptance of the realities on how plant-based eating affects our health, the lives of animals and the protection of our plant...too slowly though ! Lol

[@veganologa2179]

Baraa H. Your claims are so laughable! The poorest countries in the world eat a WFPB diet and are not dying from diet related diseases (heart disease, cancer, diabetes, etc), unlike countries with a typical American western diet. When did fruits, vegetables, beans, seeds, nuts become expensive?

[@veganologa2179]

Maybe TED is being sponsored by the meat, dairy and egg industries? I would not surprise me..

[@coreyg.3106]

@Blue Blue he's always had no hair but he won't do very well in old age with that low muscle mass. And on a vegan diet your body has to make so many nutrients like cholesterol, choline and non essential amino acids. I cant imagine the body thriving long term while having to do all that plus deal with antinutrients like oxalates.

[@georgette9203]

@@coreyg.3106 our body makes its own cholesterol we dont need extra cholesterol from cheese or animal protein. that is why heart disease is the #1 killer in the united states more than #2 cancer. do you even know basic nutrition? so why are you even making any claims lol. also choline levels for most people in the US are very low which is funny because meat consumption is at an all time high here. maybe theres a reason why chronic diseases reach a new high every year. every single nutritionist says people aren't eating enough plants therefore meat isn't giving u the proper nutrients you need.

[@artmeditationvista1526]

I've followed Dr Gregers approach for 15 years and raised a son on it. He's 20 years old and is currently bicycling all over the US. At nearly 60, I haven't needed medical care in over a decade. Dr Gregers approach works extremely well!

[@celestinac1105]

Art Traveler that is amazing and so inspiring. I’m 23 and have just started this new way of life. I have 32kilos to lose!

[@valerietomsic8454]

NICE! And I can also join in and say I've been eating whole food plant based since 2010....I am 62 and feel like I'm 32. We had a "health fair" at work in 2016 and the technician took off her glasses and sat back and said to me: "Are you like some kind of super athlete? We RARELY see numbers as good as this!" I told her how I eat and invited her to try it...they took weight, height, blood draw for TC and LDL and blood sugar, and blood pressure.

[@felixxdenolo6793]

Chelestina C I’m 25 same journey maybe we should start an anonymous google group for people like us I think it would help.

[@craigg4219]

How have you raised a son on it when you've only followed the diet yourself for 15 years and your son is 20. 😂😂😂

[@DrReginaldFinleySr]

@@craigg4219 His son would have been 4 or 5 when he started. I don't see the contradiction. I have raised 5 children and have shared many different ideas and lifestyles with them throughout their lives.

[@brandiago]

I made the switch. I feel better, look better, and my blood pressure dropped from 137 over 84, to 114 over 62. Thanks Dr Gregor.

[@calvinrogers4315]

Did you make the switch from an unhealthy diet? or were you eating a well-balanced diet beforehand?

[@ph4ntomsoldier]

@Issac Harrison Don't listen to the troll

[@ph4ntomsoldier]

@I like Potatoes I'll break you troll.

[@ph4ntomsoldier]

@I like Potatoes Are you seriously promoting HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE??? Go have yourself a heart attack.

[@ph4ntomsoldier]

@I like Potatoes Your liver makes all the cholesterol your body needs. Cholesterol and other fats are carried in your bloodstream as spherical particles called lipoproteins.

[@nicoleulrich4897]

Started plant based Whole Foods 2 years ago. High blood pressure, overweight size 16 jean , bloated, tired, dehydrated etc.... 2 years later 60 lbs down. Size 5 jeans. Energy to workout everyday. Perfect blood panel. Blood pressure is 114/ 70. feel better at 43 than I did at 33.

[@welcomeback2mychannel]

Sorry just for reference, which country’s clothing size are you using?

[@nicoleulrich4897]

Kate W the United States

[@ccdrones974]

Nicole did you need to supplement iron and B12

[@FranciscoElNeneGalan]

@@ccdrones974 I take 5000 MG on Sunday

[@GreenGretel]

@@ccdrones974 Vegans usually aren't iron deficient (as long as they're eating a varied diet), but do need to supplement with B12 and possibly Vitamin D. Iodine, Omega 3s, and selenium are actually three things vegans need to watch more carefully than iron (most vegans in the U.S. & Canada have enough of the latter b/c the soil is rich enough with it, but if you're worried about being deficient you can supplement or consume a Brazil nut - the food w/ the highest selenium content - every couple days).

[@seattlegrrlie]

Two years ago, I quit added sugar. No cakes, no cookies, no candy, no ice cream, no sweet drinks. I've lost weight, my skin looks great, and I've replaced those things with veggies and fresh fruit. People are always excited to know what my diet is until I tell them. Then I'm crazy

[@LazerNutz]

Right! HAHAHA No one wants to hear the answer is to eat their vegetables.

[@barbaramartinetti]

Nice cream is so refreshing: one frozen banana, a couple ice cubes, some plant milk, a little vanilla, a date.......blend up....frosty heaven.

[@normannorman8046]

That’s so funny!

[@Vegan_Photographs]

@Strwbryy111yep, people at my work constantly say they’re doing weight watchers and counting calories etc but why I inform them that weight watchers is a business and that I’m order to lose weight you should change your lifestyle, not calories, they’re not pleased at all

[@dal.890]

Never in a million years did I expect to last a year on a plant based diet, let alone one week. I challenged myself to try it a month and just kept going. You can do it, and you find yourself discovering new foods and cooking skills in the process. Personally I lost 30 pounds. Gregers's daily dozen app is great too.

[@thekingslady1]

Don't do it long-term. Get the benefits, maintain the lessons and incorporate meat/animal products back in.

[@dal.890]

@@thekingslady1 I'm good for now, thanks.

[@ShAlAmAnAyA3]

@@dal.890 I needed some inspiration and i'm glad i saw your post because I'm hesitant but I need to. Gonna try it starting tomorrow.

[@dal.890]

@@ShAlAmAnAyA3 good stuff. Remember you don't necessarily have to be strict about going all-in with only whole foods all at once. Progress makes perfect 👌

[@wobblybobengland]

Therein lies the question. Why did you never expect to? Where do cultural myths begin?

[@backtoyouroots2894]

Awesome talk, Michael Greger, loved your book. Since going plant based I've been asked by genuinely curious people, why don't you eat meat? I recently asked someone the question after they had asked me why I don't, why do you eat meat? They paused, for protein. I then asked, who told you that you need to get protein from meat? They paused and couldn't really answer the question in a straight forward way. The hardest thing for me since I transitioned and I think for a lot of people is you pretty much have to admit your entire life has been a lie and that you were manipulated and controlled by big industry. Once you do make the switch, become more conscious, educated in nutrition and compassionate, your entire life will change for the better! We have a plant based cooking show on our channel and are trying to spread the message in Canada!

[@christinat9029]

My friend asked me about How you get your protein the other day. I told her protein is a myth but if you would like to know veggies have a ton and fruit does too. Very few have no protein. She came back to me after she went home and actually looked it up and was pissed she didn't know that at 32.

[@TELEVISIONARCHIVES]

@@christinat9029 Protein is not a myth. Gregor is know as a nutjob in the circles. Note disclaimer on the video above. Please do not look to this talk for medical advice. The speaker makes strong assertions about a specific diet that lack sufficient scientific evidence for general prescription.

[@JohnSmith-om6tf]

Animals don't make protein, they get it from plants. People talk about animals like they're some holy source of magical protein, but that steak people swear by had to get all the original protein from plants. Plants make protein, animals just eat it.

[@VickiChristchurchNZ]

@@JohnSmith-om6tf yes but what about b vitamins..?

[@JohnSmith-om6tf]

@@VickiChristchurchNZ B12 comes from bacteria. In fact, some cattle ranchers have to supplement their cows with B12 cuz they don't get enough. So, you can skip that step and just supplement yourself.

[@b8665]

gregor has changed my life. 4 years plant based and never going back :) best decision of my life ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@meganwyatt7111]

Whole food plant based diet has changed my life. Thank you Dr Greger and many others

[@toni4729]

Are you still living a complete vegan life?

[@hannahg39]

I have been diagnosed with bipolar 1,panic attacks,CPTSD,ADHD,and developed epilepsy in my 20s.I have been on various pharmaceuticals most of my life.I am now 46,am seizure free,and off most the medications I used to on!Thanks to the pandemic I completely changed my diet,began taking supplements,and began exercising every day.I meditate and do yoga every day,sleep 7,8 hours a night,limit my screen time,and stopped watching the news.I have gone from being my own worst enemy to being my own best friend and I am happier than I ever been!

[@velvetpaws999]

Congratulations, I am very joyful and happy for you. Eliminating the "News" is a very important element in our changes! I have not watched TV and "news" for 30 years, when I threw the TV into the dumpster. The way I see it is that we are being manipulated through this media, and we are constantly driven to fear reactions. There are basically no positive "news" anywhere, ever! That means, people, unbeknownst to them, are producing huge amounts of adrenaline every day, and it contributes to all of their stress in a major way. We are not supposed to produce adrenaline every day. Its function is geared to "survival mode", meaning only in extreme situations of life threatening character should our body resort to this hormone. The sad thing is that people get addicted to the hormone shot and want it every day! Yes, adrenaline is an addictive substance. And it makes your mind foggy. And it kills your organs, slowly but steadily. Even exercise taken too far generates and triggers adrenaline release. So, running until you are totally exhausted and beyond your endurance level, or any other form of sport pushed beyond the natural tolerance of your body is damageable to your health, not healthy at all. Everything is moderation is the golden rule!

[@nicolejacobsoncovers]

Congrats 🍾

[@AlvinLee007]

TEDx, I trust this man with my life.

[@PickleSmithWildlifeAndDrone]

Best post on here.

[@leNutsackOfDoom]

Take a good look at the man and think again.

[@neverforgettodofacepulls782]

@@leNutsackOfDoom Um ok. You resort to insulting his looks? Now what? Was that anecdote supposed to debunk and stomp on any and all research that comes across? LOL

[@leNutsackOfDoom]

@@neverforgettodofacepulls782 Yes

[@jm908270]

Do you trust him with your death?

[@karinesterhammer772]

Some day this will all be common knowledge. Love this guy.

[@jevhenijhorvat8431]

Actually, once it gets more popular, people will become more aware of how deficient and damaging this diet is.People wont believe this was a thing.

[@onblackenedwings]

@@jevhenijhorvat8431 deficient and damaging in what way? Please explain how/why with evidence to back it up please, thanks

[@busta999]

dr greger is a proven liar. the study he quotes often say the complete opposite of what he is saying.

[@pumasheen]

@Tim B cite your source

[@pumasheen]

@Jevhenij Horvat can you please point to the study that says eating plants is bad for you?

[@darcey55]

Dr. Greger changed my life. I read his book How Not to Die and subsequently lost 75lbs over 15 months. It’s been easy to maintain, I love the food I eat, and I never feel deprived! I was obese and my BMI is now 21, ideal for longevity. Not only that but I no longer experience heartburn, acid reflux, constant headaches, heart palpitations, inflammation, or fatigue. It sounds too good to be true but it’s literally true. Thank you Dr. Greger! ❤

[@bettycase6699]

Agree with others. The note from Ted about lack of scientific evidence is absurd. Lots of evidence. That needs to be amended, sounds like it was written by a member of the Dairy Council or Cattlemen Association.

[@tkps]

Why do you lot have so much trouble with the disclaimer? It's the ONLY diet that forces you to exclude foods to the point where you NEED supplements to survive it. Give me a break. At least be honest with yourselves.

[@plantmanpov]

TKPS Curious what exactly do you “need” to supplement on a plant based diet that you wouldn’t “need” to supplement on any other diet? As far as medical literature is concerned that’s b12 and even b12 you can get from plants (specifically purple laver in just 1 handful is the RDI) and used to be abundant in drinking water, and on produce we ate until chemicals came into play and destroyed the bacteria that synthesize it, being knowledgeable about something you’re talking about is usually a good idea and you don’t seem to know much about the matter

[@MRTIJUANAPS3]

@@tkps lmaoooo so are you 100% sure that no meat eater uses supplements? Weak argument

[@chrisobber5604]

@@MRTIJUANAPS3 The vegan bias is strong with you. Once again: there is NO b12 in plants at the moment. Noone cares what other diets need or have. Plants have NO b12. Got it?

[@MRTIJUANAPS3]

@@chrisobber5604 u didn't reply to my question tho. How am I biased if u can't even reply to my question

[@EarlyRiser71]

Hey TED, you erode your own goodness with that ridiculous warning in your description. I don't know this guy from Adam, but he has cited more peer-reviewed research in this talk tan any other speaker I have seen. I think you just proved you are in the pocket of the meat or dairy industries.

[@thisguyrighthere3647]

Science is organized crime. Funding goes to the person who will "prove" the desired outcome of the funder. No "proof" no funding.

[@fragitude]

@@thisguyrighthere3647 so you're what a science denier looks like....duly noted.

[@danpham93]

it's just a generic liability clause

[@neverforgettodofacepulls782]

@@danpham93 I see what you're saying and that would normally be a good point; but the problem here is that the description claims his findings "lack sufficient scientific evidence." All they had to do was say something along the lines of consult with your doctor or your health-care provider before trying the diet.

[@DerekJojenCummings]

Thats the first thing I noticed too lmao

[@memyselfinsanity9242]

Not going to lie, even if I wasnt vegan I would love to just listen to this guys voice because it's so calming. I've been vegan 3 months now and I think this is my favorite guy to listen to when it comes to my diet

[@workingtravelingover50]

I eat a lot of potatoes, beans, potatoes, courgettes, leeks, apples, figs, ecc. from my sustainable garden.

[@gaspard7052]

great

[@kayondothomas7343]

The exact opposite that a cancer patient would want.

[@DavidSiciliano2100]

"sustainable" lol

[@beforewedie9404]

Do you eat potatoes?

[@PeaceTexas_111]

Keep it up!

[@theorion1508]

Changed the lifestyle of my family, my grandma returned to life after I read his book "How not to die" and fed her all that stuff, she now runs on a treadmill along me.

[@thisisclaudiawang]

Been on Vegan diet for over a week and I already feel way better than when I had meat in my diet. I have more energy, more mental clarity, and overall I have been getting well in the area of chronic constipation, etc. Physical endurance workout wise I have noticed has increased as well as I do MMA and a lot of compound lifts. The fact that TED is being biased in the description already says a lot about the meat industries and sponsors. I have to say I really loved watching What the Health and Game Changers was my tipping point!!

[@coreyg.3106]

For most people eating this diet, it feels like fasting in that it feels great up until their body sends signals telling them to eat animal products again and then if they deny those food cravings then their health deteriorates. So watch out for those cravings.

[@kingdavid2018]

It's great to know that you based your nutrition on 2 Netflix comedies 👌 well done

[@thisisclaudiawang]

David Dey what’s wrong with at least giving something a try? I’m not all of a sudden treating it like some dogmatic approach but the fact that they bring a gentleman to the platform but then say not to really take it seriously is a bit rude. There is extreme vegans but I’m not all of a sudden going to tell others they HAVE to go vegan just cause I did but what’s so wrong with trying to advocate for healthy living either way especially if it really makes a difference in someone’s wellbeing? A lot of dietary stuff has to be trial and error of course but if this helps some people try to make at least BETTER choices for optimal living than why is that comedic?

[@Settowin]

@@thisisclaudiawang at least try. I was diagnosed with arthritis in Februar, became vegan, quit smoking and go for walks everyday. Im another person. Good luck, never give up.

[@fragitude]

Hope your vegan transition is going well for you. Earthlings is another great documentary must watch for a new vegan. It will help you see things from the animals perspective. Truly selfless individuals make the best long term vegans because they aren't doing it for themselves but rather the animals. Selfish 'vegans' are pretty easy to spot and you rarely hear them bring up animal rights because it's their own health they are concerned with.

[@sallyoasispaintingsorigina3859]

I’m doing this and have lost 8 lbs in 4 weeks and more importantly I feel AMAZING now, mentally and physically!!!! I make a massive green smoothie every morning and love it. I have no sugar or coffee cravings anymore and no dip in energy…I feel nicely tired in the evening and relaxed….I’ve given up alcohol too!!!! Seriously life changing. I’m 52 and have inherited high cholesterol …in 3 months time I’m having my bloods done again and can’t wait to see the difference because I’m sure there’s going to be a significant one. I’ve bought Dr Greger’s book HOW NOT TO DIET and it’s beautiful and inspiring…and for a foody like me, a joy to indulge in. Life changing. 🥗🥙💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@drdluv]

Dear Ted, do me a favor and add your so called “disclaimer” to the keto videos as well. “Lacks scientific evidence” bruh, please. I took that as an indirect hit to the plant based community. Thanks.

[@szupakskie]

eating to much of anything is bad for you. Any diet that seeks to remove entire food groups should come with a disclaimer. and should only be used in certain instances where there is evidence to suggest that they might be beneficial. (like keto and type 2 diabetes or WFP diets and heart disease) the main problem with the vegan diet is that it is deficient by default, lacking essential nutrients like vitamin B12 and vitamin D3. Keto might be low on carbohydrates but is not missing any essential nutrients. In general I believe that the best diet is omnivorous´and balanced, the problem is not meat or carbs the problem is ultra processed foods with all of the calories and none of the nutrients + additives, agricultural chemicals and other pollutants.

[@Pyriphlegeton]

@@szupakskie -"Avoid alcohol" should that now have a disclaimer? -Keto diets are associated with a significantly increased mortality risk. -The longest lived population ever to be studied are the adventist vegetarians. So, people who are excluding foodgroups.

[@carinaekstrom1]

@@szupakskie So when a rabbit excludes meat as a food group it's bad for it? Yes, we are herbivores too, erroneously acting as though we were omnivores. It makes perfect sense to exclude meat from human diets.

[@szupakskie]

Observational studies with dozens of variables not accounted for. What quality meat did the participants eat, how was it cooked, was it fried at high heat in vegetable oil or was it boiled. What was it eaten with, fries and Coca-Cola or broccoli and potatoes? Factory farmed meat is bad I agree. But the problem is not meat in general, but bad quality food.

[@szupakskie]

In addition alcohol is not a food group

[@VishalSharma-sy8kk]

never stop doing this sir. the world needs you!

[@ninjaturtletyke3328]

Ya I'm embarrassed for Ted talk for this video description. It's shameful

[@megelizabeth41]

RIGHT! Everything Dr Greger speaks of ever is 100% backed by science. And he always gives his sources. It makes no sense Ted Talk would say it lacks scientific evidence. I'm mad. Who is Tedx sponsored by??? Makes you wonder.

[@prd2bevgy]

AMEN🌱

[@MissSophieLoretta]

🙌🙌🙌

[@stevennath9207]

TED actually you might want to rethink your statement about lack of scientific evidence. There is actually quite a bit of solid scientific evidence to back Dr. Gregor and many more.

[@christophermagera8643]

I have often found his studies to have low participants, based almost entirely on epidemiology, and cherry-picked to support his pre-determined conclusions. Just my opinion

[@themyrtlewoodshomestead9371]

Steven Nath Well the academic journal does state it is suitable for all ages given that proper supplementation is added. So yes but it requires supplementation. This would be the reason for the disclaimer for legal purposes I imagine.

[@xrystofersoule5119]

@@christophermagera8643 Huh? He cites plenty double-blind randomized controlled trials that are the gold standard of empirical evidence. The denial is strong when you don't want to hear what goes against your beliefs.

[@dawnrobbins5877]

@@christophermagera8643 - Greger does not perform any scientific studies so I find your assertion questionable. Greger analyzes studies submitted to medical journals and ties their findings together to a coherent conclusion. He openly provides disclaimers such as who paid for the study. So, listen to this video or any from him, read anything he has written, I challenge you to find any instance where he claims to have conducted the study. He always tells you where he got the information so you can verify it for yourself, or interpret the evidence to your liking.

[@drdluv]

1. Meta analysis. 2. Huge sample sizes. This research is solid bruh

[@stanislawrybinski]

Michael Greger is such a legend, I love him! I've been vegan for 8,5 years, and going vegan is the best decision I've made in my life.

[@slimsonite2111]

Me too! 2 1/3 years...no going back!! 🥗

[@Srindal4657]

Veganism and plant based is different in that plant based focuses on health

[@toni4729]

Why do you consider veganism the best thing you've ever done? Is it for your life or the animals and the planet?

[@gwenkaiser313]

The NOTE FROM TED is pretty much nonsense. There are thousands of studies - large and small - that show the benefits of a whole food plant based diet. The science is really settled on the matter.

[@leonbenj]

Do they not realize he's backed up everything he said with studies? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@y3ldarb2]

@@leonbenj Whoever wrote the note was triggered and had their own biases.

[@RedPillVegan]

@@y3ldarb2 🍠

[@samyim6668]

Scientists mostly is backed by those giant corporations and this video might against them, when come to law. This notes from ted might save them.

[@mattwodziak1750]

This guy will either site weak epidemiological studies or he sites single lines from studies that completely contradict his point. Not only that, he never posts links to his quotes studies so you can’t fact check him. The disclaimer is warranted.

[@frumpd63]

This guy did for me with a twenty dollar book in a week what twenty thousand dollars of specialists couldn't do in ten years.

[@shivnathchaudhary3140]

He is legend

[@shivnathchaudhary3140]

Period!!!

[@mariafernandahernandez9719]

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[@romerghyulrincon9129]

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[@ethicalvegan4852]

Amazing !

[@xfuriousapex]

When I was a young man I was very active. I ran track in school. I ran and biked all the time and walked everywhere. I also ate lots of meat and dairy. Today I am 56 and sit at a desk all day, but I am healthier than I was at 16. Go vegan!

[@toni4729]

Sit on you backside and and eat bacon and eggs for breakfast. You'll probably as thin as you were when you were sixteen. I am and I'm sixty eight.

[@michaelsliders3421]

@@olderalt.4066 we didn’t ask

[@jahmarkabawi9702]

Love hearing stories like this. If only more people gave being vegan a fair shot. 💪🌱

[@johnrambo4245]

Vegan diet is terrible for the body Go eat a steak and enjoy nature's superfood

[@Chris-kr7gg]

How are you more healthy.

[@AskBobnFran]

Excellent video! We are both in our 80's and are all about healthy aging. Getting older does have to mean getting sicker. We still strive for a strong body, calm mind, & positive outlook. The content you present is very helpful.

[@milenaseymour446]

I love this doctor! I went plant based /vegan and I am so excited about my health !

[@melindawiens1301]

Thank you Dr Gregor! What he says makes 100% sense. He is truly one of the greatest!

[@bevr2164]

Meat has not appeared on my food bill since July 5, 2019......Blood lipids and A1C at 6 months are nearly all normal.....my husband and I began Vegan lifestyle July 5th. I was totally shocked at my results. We eat WFPB 80 percent of the time, have lost weight and feel much better. I am looking forward to building my recipes, Vegan 100 percent, and getting off of many medications.....Thank you vegan experts. 💯🤗

[@sebastiankaspohl9667]

Adopting the vegan lifestyle 2 years ago was the best decisions of my life. ❤️🙏🌱

[@thekingslady1]

So you eat meat all your life and now within 2 years are preaching the "animals are people" ideology???

[@thekingslady1]

@NIALL CONLON his username was "animals are beautiful pple" or some such nonsense. Plus check his profile page.

[@andrewmccool5923]

The King's Lady Just eat plants and be healthy, Queen

[@yukikaze2001]

Make a video of yourself now and a video of yourself in 10 years. I wanna see the decay...

[@stevestevenson1486]

@NIALL CONLON If you are going to have to defend your religion through insult at least check your spelling, Niall Colon.

[@NandoWasabi]

I had s heart attack several months and my cholesterol level was off the charts. After coming home from the hospital. I change my diet to plant base. I also walk about three miles a day. Keep your meals simple.

[@bowtiedreynard9167]

Your triglycerides were probably sky high? Also, what was your HDL:LDL ratio? It should be around 1:2. High cholesterol isn't necessarily a bad thing, it becomes critical and damages the arterial walls when too many lipids formed out of sugar are floating around in your bloodstream.

[@HealingLifeKwikly]

@@bowtiedreynard9167 "High cholesterol isn't necessarily a bad thing" Actually, elevated LDL levels are THE central causal factor in atherosclerosis. Normal LDL levels are around 35-70, so people can't run around with LDL levels of 90-200 or more and expect to avoid the consequences of having excess cholesterol in their system. You have to keep the body in proper balance to avoid problems.

[@5nark]

Note to TED: Can you guys put this same info in every single video involving dietary recommendations. Your bias is showing :) NOTE FROM TED: Please do not look to this talk for medical advice. The speaker makes strong assertions about a specific diet that lack sufficient scientific evidence for general prescription.

[@Sasoon2006]

It is good note about this speaker

[@benjaminrosenberger6096]

Do you not know how ted talks work? Mr. Talk doesn't make the information that people use in their talks, walnut.

[@chrisobber5604]

The disclaimer only comes in place when needed. Like it or not but the vegan diet is NOT based on sufficient evidence. Without supplementation it's life threatening. There right there you have a reason.

[@xrystofersoule5119]

@@chrisobber5604 The problem is not inherent to a plant-based diet. It's a problem caused by living in a civilisation that deprives you of the opportunity to receive those essenstial nutrients naturally. Perhaps you are trying to dimiss the validity of a plant-based diet, or perhaps implying something nagetive, simply becuase you don't receive certain nutrients directly or naturally from plants, when in fact you aren't supposed to. Want B12 without animal products? Live off in the wild and drink from ponds. Note: B12 Deficiencies are common in non-vegan populations as well. The strange part is that animals are also being injected with B12. It's so ridiculous and intellectually dishonest to claim or imply that plant-based diets are dangerous or life threatening without supplementation without also mentioning that a regular diet is just as life threatening without supplementation (directly or indirectly by injecting animals instead) and even more likely to develop deficiencies since vegans tend to suffer from fewer deficiencies overall. _''Like it or not but the vegan diet is NOT based on sufficient evidence.''_ His books and videos are always cited with tons of research. His new book has 5000 cited studies... but it is still ''not sufficient evidence''. What a joke.

[@kenanderson1947]

Read The China Study, buddy.

[@zwinkyecstasy]

I helped my father reduce his high cholesterol with a vegan diet and also cured my acid reflux issue.

[@bowtiedreynard9167]

Oof high cholesterol isn't anything bad. Look into HDL:LDL ratio and Triglycerides. If the triglycerides are high that is a good indication of a heart attack waiting to happen. Or if your HDL:LDL ratio is too low. This is why people shouldn't take their families' health into their own hands if they haven't properly researched.

[@spreadloveandlight555]

"lack sufficient scientific evidence" I wonder what their definition of science is?

[@BernhardKohli]

gold standard = randomized trials with statistical significance, and ideally a lot of them showing overwhelmingly the same outcome. what it is *not*: anecdotal evidence from single experiments performed by people who are morally invested in the outcome

[@patriciaollikainen3674]

I'm not aware of Dr. Greger basing his claims on anecdotal evidence? Quite the opposite actually. I'm also pretty sure he is more into science than ethics. Haven't heard him being animal activist or even talking about ethics.

[@gazlives]

something that isn't epidemiology I. guess. something that shows a causal mechanism.

[@newfiesig]

@Dr Grey I'm assuming by the list of studies you are not a proponent of a plant based diet?

[@tkps]

@Dr Grey How did I know you were going to refer to Lancet and Adventists. The China Study doesn't prove your claims, just the bits pinched from it to suit the agenda of the author who wrote a book based on parts of that study. You call yourself a Doctor?

[@carlrhodes3421]

Love Dr Greger. I went plant based 4 yrs ago. 45yrs old feel fitter than I did when I was 30. I also suffered from hives since I was 13. Totally gone now. The power of plants! 🥦

[@angeloscofield1384]

This guy deserves a Medal. :) Thank you Dr Greger for all your work and passion and changing the lives of thousands of people. I owe you and other Doctors who dedicated their life (and documentaries too e.g Forks Over Knives, Game Changers, what The Health) who revolutionized my belief system of what "healthy eating" really is. If not for all of you, I would still be gorging on dairy and meat naively. In behalf of all the people you have helped and will help in the generations to come, THANK YOU and GOD BLESS YOU!

[@ConsciousCollective-bt9gb]

Dr. Greger knows his stuff. One of the best TED Talks guests ever to have graced your stage!

[@Heather-fx7sr]

@@Tattooed_Agent oh where did you get your medical degree?

[@olwill1]

@@Heather-fx7sr I see you are replying to Northshire Insurance, yet yours is the only Reply on this thread. I see that all the time on KZbin - an answer to a name that I cannot see. What is happening? Are the "missing names" deleted by the poster? Were they deleted by KZbin? Where did the comment go? One more puzzle: When I clicked Reply to make this comment, KZbin started the line with @Nicole, indicating it's your comment I'm responding to. Sometimes I get the automatic '@Name', but other times it's not there. Does anyone know why this happens?

[@toni4729]

He has you fooled. Most of the vegan doctors have crawled away in shame or died off.

[@samermazahreh]

This guy is the one of the most gifted presenters i have ever seen in my life, not to mention the beautiful knowledge and how he presented it!

[@MindForwardAnna]

"Please do not look to this talk for medical advice" LOL Dr. Greger is a MEDICAL DOCTOR - who should we look to then?

[@m0L3ify]

Medical doctors who push meat, eggs, dairy, and keto, I guess. Maybe Dr. Gundry, too? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@mattwodziak1750]

This guy will either site weak epidemiological studies or he sites single lines from studies that completely contradict his point. Not only that, he never posts links to his quotes studies so you can’t fact check him. The disclaimer is warranted.

[@MindForwardAnna]

@@mattwodziak1750 M You must research dr. greger if you don' t know these things then (to find out what he dedicates his life to and the 40 years he has spent researching every peer reviewed scientific study publsihed every year in the english language related to diet (so we don't have to). Or buy his book which has a reference section that is practically longer than the content! lol

[@mattwodziak1750]

MindForward I don’t really have to. Look at some of the studies he cites. Most cite a weak conclusion stating that more research is needed to draw a conclusion, while he tricks you into believing it is scientific proof. While many other claims he completely contradict these conclusions. He pulls one or two lines from a study that conclude something completely opposing his claim. Most of these are for meat and plant based diet studies. Much of his other work regarding weight loss and health benefits of plants are spot on but in regards to meat, he clearly has some bias against meat that he tries to prove by misrepresenting studies. You can’t put everyone on a plant based diet. It’s very irresponsible and will cause widespread health issues. You think the obesity and mental health epidemic is bad now, force people off of meat and watch the epidemic turn pandemic.

[@arcsec3263]

@@mattwodziak1750 Can you cite a study where Vegan diets have caused a pandemic?

[@ahimsa3334]

What's up with the note Tedtalks? This man is a legend. You could've just written..."please do not see it as a substitute for medical advice".... what was the reason for you to add that? What was the reason?

[@dal.890]

They must get funding from the meat and dairy industry! 😂 but really. I suppose they are obligated to say that. People can make their own decision after seeing the evidence.

[@MrMakingwavesmedia]

Money

[@mattwodziak1750]

This guy will either site weak epidemiological studies or he sites single lines from studies that completely contradict his point. Not only that, he never posts links to his quotes studies so you can’t fact check him. The disclaimer is warranted.

[@sunilrao4523]

​@@mattwodziak1750 I would guess it is not possible to read several entire scientific literature in a 15 minute talk, so it makes sense for him to cite specific lines to make his point. By the way, on which part of the speech does he contradict himself?

[@anja6548]

Because you can die on a vegan diet and they don't want to be held accountable

[@MeredithBryant487]

This is one of the most compelling explanations for why someone should be on a plant based diet that I’ve seen. He unpacks his findings well and doesn’t lose me after a period of time.

[@SebHu711]

Do you think he looks like 46? That's what a plant based diet does.

[@christopherstein2024]

@@SebHu711 Do you understand what evidence is?

[@RetrixUniverse]

Dr. Greger Continues to be to such a great influence in my life. Thank You For all your sacrifice cause I know all this worked has costed Greger very important things to him. Thank You sir.

[@Mateo-bo1qc]

Wow, just look at his passion through his body language about this topic. 👍 someone who loves their job will always be influential.

[@banzy3]

We follow this way of eating, and combine it with organic homegrown wholefood. Our young kids are very fit and healthy with boundless energy, and love their vegetables. They leave for school on the bus at 8am, get home at 5pm, and do multiple activities outside of school, and excel in almost everything they apply themselves to. However, because of their diet, they can't eat at the school canteen, so the school has allowed them a packed lunch (the only two kids in the school to do so), and they are segregated from the others and made to eat at a table on their own. We're very normal people, but we seem to be looked upon as being extreme; there's definitely a lot of irony to that. The country introduced one day a week of no meat in the school canteens (I think mostly environmentally driven), and several parents were up in arms about it.

[@GlennMarshallnz]

"We're very normal people." Sadly you aren't normal. Normal people are overweight with numerous health problems and on medications. Your kids are fortunate to have great role models and to have a healthy upbringing. 👍

[@banzy3]

Thanks @@GlennMarshallnz . Since I wrote that comment our kids have gone to a new school. The once a week no-meat canteen school meals have since stopped. The school nurse worried my daughter by trying to tell her, her diet could put her in a wheelchair... As you can imagine I wasn't happy about it - she even bought home a state written leafet (from the health department of the French government), warning how these 'fads' are potentially very dangerous for childrens' health.

[@skincarerainbow4950]

Wow this is really awesome!!!

[@pfrazier6273]

NOTE FROM TED: Most of our organizers eat meat and are uncomfortable with a plant-based doctor making health claims based on thousands of peer-reviewed studies.

[@m0L3ify]

Fixed it

[@BlaauwVanAbel1234]

You are probably right.... : (

[@blissblitz]

Greger is the real deal. Good for all y'all that are working the plant-based living for physical and mental health. The animals appreciate it too.

[@user-kt6fp8me6h]

I'm just going to say this....I was never a person to bash vegans or vegetarians but I was conned into thinking they were cry babies, know-it-alls, and preachy. I literally went vegetarian this week, and no lie..after four days, just four days....my blood pressure went down dramatically - I couldn't f'n believe it. I workout like a madman and thought I was eating right...all I did was drop the chicken I was eating every day and some other meats and eggs and that was it. I can't speak for other countries but in America there is a forced societal sabotage on eating healthy....I now know this as 100% fact.

[@cpg8000]

Can I get an “Amen”?! 🖐🏼Preach it doctor. Love the delivery

[@timr4727]

Can I get a HIYAHHH

[@brunosamora2304]

The man. Thank you for changing our lives. Your book is from another level of depth and Kwowledge.

[@kxewws7681]

Dr. Greger is a national treasure!

[@samturner6061]

NOTE FROM TED: We have received word from our sponsors that this diet does not work its not scientific. Here is a link to dominos and a 10% discount on your next order thanks bye.

[@ivanamicimici]

Yeah it's like mc Donalds giving free vaccines because they care about our health... In any pediatricians voice*:when introducing new food to your baby make sure you feed the same food 3 day in a row and look for any signs of dicomfort. But take this vaccine chemically produced that has coma and death as a known side effect,it's completely fine and apsolutely safe''

[@reginalynnbush]

Keyword: "sponsors". Lol

[@juneharrell1175]

I have had great success on my vegan diet. To date have lost 90 lbs, from size 20 to size 8. Looking and feeling better than ever at the ripe old age of 78 years. Reversed my diabetes, according to my doctor. Came off most medications for diabetes, depression, anxiety and pain. Looking forward to finishing my degree in nutrition so I can teach what I have learned over the past 50 years. I am so at peace now.

[@johnnyblades1742]

Absolutely Plant nutrition is the best way to go. I started as a vegatarian moved on to a whole plant eater for 4 months. I missed ice cream sure and pizza which I consume occasionally. Currently I practice whole plant food plan, not a diet because of the first 3 letters DIE. it changed my life I'm in great shape lean trim stronger than ever months before my 39 birthday!!!

[@radwizard]

Yes! A TED Talk where the guy isn't doing the normal routine of Ted Talks! Finally an Individual!!

[@m0L3ify]

Dr. Greger is a national treasure

[@jahmarkabawi9702]

@@m0L3ify he really is. Gotta love him

[@muccia7328]

Dr. Gregor's work and manner saved me from obesity and all that goes with it. Thank you

[@bigray27]

Dr Michael Greger one of the greats. Can’t wait for his new book “how not to diet “. The truth will be told of these people who manipulate our foods.

[@kayondothomas7343]

LOL..It's 'Die", How Not To Die...not diet.

[@bigray27]

Kayondo Thomas Um his new book out this December ? You are welcome

[@lloydchristmas4547]

@@kayondothomas7343 It's a new book. :)

[@torgeirmolaug196]

@@kayondothomas7343 "How not to die." December 2017. "How not to diet." December 2019.

[@TV-xv1le]

It should be titled "how to age prematurely".

[@moomanchu608]

wow, look at that "note from ted". They are just trying to downplay his work. This man regularly helps change people's lives. They could've just said "Do not take this talk as an Rx for you. Please see your physician if considering a plant based diet" instead they just disrespect him by saying "a specific diet that lack sufficient evidence" even though he presents many studies in the presentation. A blatant bias and possible influence from their sponsors.

[@l21n18]

Wouldn’t be the first time TED has pulled this kind of thing

[@ianman6]

It is the responsible thing to do. Dr. Greger’s strongest assertions about animal products are not supported by evidence of equal strength. It’s called proper science.

[@l21n18]

ianman6 Responsible come on I don’t think so and geez why don’t they make these videos age restricted then or does everyone need to have to their hand held.

[@clsbln]

@@ianman6 Funny thing, he actually provides sources for all claims he makes (see top right). But maybe you're right and Greger is secretly funded by the billion dollar Broccoli lobby... 😂

[@ianman6]

ClaasAug Nothing wrong with his sources, but he makes some claims which are not supported by those sources. I don’t think you know how science works.

[@MxSaganicMechanic]

Oh boy, that “note from ted” disclaimer...What a joke.

[@jeanmyers4446]

The disclaimer seems to only be applied by TEDx Bismarck as the same verbiage is also listed for Dr. Barnard's TEDx Bismarck talk. Look up any other plant-based doctor's TEDx talks in other locales and there is no disclaimer at all.

[@abcdefgh-tb1yz]

@Ginger Ginger it's not what other people say, it's unbiased scientific evidence and studies that are not funded or sponsored by any industry. also, why didn't they put this disclaimer up for the keto diet videos?

[@theunpretentiousvegan8593]

Love all the counter-argument comments that start with "I just don't think..." or "it's obvious that..." or "There's no way your body..." to one of the most researched and thought-through presentations on WFPB diets.

[@selenale7748]

from heart disease, lung is quick, now after 7 years of vegeterian diet able to push up 20-30, fight climbing 30-40 floors/ day, thank for my diet, all experts which i have listened to

[@owenlloyd593]

Love this man, he speaks at seemingly random speeds and just chooses a random word to emphasise every now and then, must be all the broccoli.

[@bowtiedreynard9167]

Nutritional Deficiencies

[@2006017637]

@@bowtiedreynard9167 Pretty fluid, natural and coherent presentation for someone lacking nutrients.

[@mikenorris2346]

I have been recently inspired by Dr. Gregor, (podcasts), and one additional aspect of a whole foods diet I am realizing is the patterns of my appetite has changed as well. Essentially, without the super salty and sweet meals i used to eat, I don't have ravenous appetite cravings two hours after meals. I used eat sushi and curries and snack on sweets though out the morning and work day. In 3 weeks by BP went from 145/93 to consistently 120/80.... Looking for 110/70 sustaining

[@b8665]

TED you are ridiculous. this man is a genius and you should definitely trust what he says. he has the most unbiased research out there

[@Tattooed_Agent]

this man is chaos.... and quite hard to listen to.... Everything he says goes a human appropriate diet, christ veggies as you know them didn't exist in the form they . do untill the last 100-50 years depending... soy is not tested its new.... and he is suggesting whole plant foods meaning nothing processed, though without enrichment and supplementation you will get sick

[@PathtoWellness1979]

Plant based is the way to go! I’ve been at it for over 7 years.

[@toni4729]

The only thing you ever had to chuck was the seeds and the sugar, that's the junk food.

[@rachellydy3367]

Great job! Keep it up! I switched over at age 19, 23 years ago. Never looked back. Grateful I learned truth back then.

[@katsmith4905]

Just starting your comments are encouraging. If you have tips please reply!

[@nirmalaamrutham8945]

R54pt4y373772y3h. Thinning oniii

[@toni4729]

Are you still a vegan, and if so, why? Do you do it for the planet, the animals or your health?

[@jeremymetcalf2502]

* update my blood pressure went down to 107 over 70. It was in the 170's before. * I eat this way every day. Haven't lost any weight yet, but my memory is getting better, no colon pain, I freely poop three times a day, and I'm not tired after eating. I'm never going back.

[@Coffee_break514]

Same

[@bannanaization]

"freely poop" lol

[@Bat0u89]

He modulates his volume, tempo and changes intonations it's like a bethoven piece hahaha

[@cartmansuperstar]

to me, it´s annoying and close to unbearable.

[@vixthemom]

Not only is he a nutritional genius, his unique presentation helps him stand apart from the rest. He is memorable!

[@timothytannersr.997]

It's annoying but it's great information

[@timothytannersr.997]

@@cartmansuperstar I agree wholeheartedly

[@watermelon1221]

@@cartmansuperstar XD

[@Kiyarose3999]

Thank you Dr Greger for the amazing work you do, and for free!!!!. I’ve been Vegan for 35 years and I’m still learning at lot from Vegan Doctors like you, also from Vegan Fitness( Muscle and endurance guys), such as the weight lifting/Body building Contingent. 🌎✊🏽🌻

[@jbidwell605]

Wow, TedX - you really need that disclaimer for a talk recommending natural whole foods?! He's presenting actual scientific studies here, which is more than I can say for most of your other talks. My opinion of Ted has just plummeted drastically.

[@m0L3ify]

Dr. Greger: Eat more vegetables! TED: There is insufficient evidence to suggest that vegetables are good for you. This violates our code of conduct.

[@chrisobber5604]

@@m0L3ify Wrong. Dr. Gregor: Cut out all foods containing b12. TED. There is insufficient evidence to suggest that vegetables are good for you. This violates our code of conduct.

[@chlorophyllphile]

@@chrisobber5604 Also Dr Greger: You *must* supply b12

[@animalsarebeautifulpeople3094]

I helped a friend lose 35 pounds in 5 months EFFORTLESSLY this year via whole food plant based diet :)

[@cj-nyc2057]

Well when you eat food that’s less appealing you tend to eat less of it so ... you shouldn’t be surprised.

[@tillrenger6815]

@@cj-nyc2057 not everyone cooks as badly as you do though.

[@cj-nyc2057]

Mason Bilbrey so then it’s the best of both worlds 🤷‍♂️ superior nutrient profile and great taste since plants are there for seasoning.

[@cj-nyc2057]

Till Renger you got me there. ..although I make a mean French toast.

[@timmayer1968]

I helped a friend lose 60 pounds in 12 months EFFORTLESSLY with low carb IF. :)

[@brookie_cuqui]

And all of that juicy knowledge encased IN THAT VOICE! LOVE IT

[@phatvegan1691]

Dr. Greger is one of those amazing doctors that preaches about truth and facts. He's also very entertaining.

[@annala2956]

I love what an impassioned speaker he is. I guess that's how anyone would talk if they had evidence of something that the majority of the world failed to heed. "LISTEN TO ME!!"

[@Anikoxx]

Passionate.

[@OOOOHHHReynen]

Anna LA He seems like he’s trying to sell us something, not provide evidence of something

[@MrFlex-ft5nt]

@@OOOOHHHReynen Like what, Broccoli?

[@meera2531]

@@MrFlex-ft5nt and his talks...and to get that cheque from the fake food and pharma companies.

[@smushface3999]

Rick Kivari yeah, he’s trying to sell you facts. He literally donates all the proceeds from his books, speaking engagements, etc to charity.

[@deanwalsh1352]

One month one the plant based diet, lost 5kg, toned up a lot, improved my 5k running time yesterday by 1 minute despite not training for 3 whole weeks and have clearer skin than ever... I’ve also noticed a change in taste buds, am eating waaaaay more vegetables and have a new found love for coconuts and mango... love the plant based diet

[@lilyblack1979]

Dean Walsh Don’t eat coconut (flesh, water, oil, milk) so often or too much. It’s not healthy. My country is abundant with coconuts, but we don’t eat it on daily basis.

[@shalinigupta4766]

Kerala in india u search it hs higest heart attacks n cancer rates They cant eat a single meal wdout coconut Its as staple as water on their diet Thought rest of their diet is simpleu can figure that

[@madhav6203]

Do you take any supplement

[@amydecker6207]

My hero! I would love to invite him to a party. He is charismatic!

[@afriquelesud]

I had 12 strokes, the closest succession of which while I was vegan. Also, my T2D spun out of control. Then I changed to strictly carnivore, cold turkey. Six months later, and my blood sugar is normal at around 5.0, not 18+ as before. While eating plant based, my cholesterol went up from 4.0 to 7.1

[@angelawade1445]

Why do people get on this site to insult and put down something they have not even tried. No one is making you watch this, move on. Your loss. We have changed lives to support his scientific research. What more could you ask for.

[@ryantaylor2317]

The disclaimer from TED is demonstrably false. Both the British and American Dietetics Associations - the largest bodies of dietitians in the world - have stated without reservation that plant based diets are nutritionally sound for all stages of life, including pregnancy, nursing, and for athletes. The general prescription is already there; the general adoptions of plant based diets will cause a precipitous decline in lifestyle diseases and deaths, a corresponding decline in healthcare costs, not to mention a vast reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (see Cowspiracy).

[@yingyang1008]

How could they possibly know if it's safe to raise a kid vegan?

[@stewartedgington8164]

@@yingyang1008 Quite simply because it has been done successfully many time. At the same time we continue to have the disasters of eating animal products that is now even causing T2 diabetes in teens. There is no "necessary" nutrient in dead animal or their extrusions that cannot be much better derived much more salubriously from plant sources. The two apparent exceptions are vitamin b12 and certain omega 3 fatty acids. But these are not made by animals and are completely available from non dead animal sources. When they do come from dead animal or animal postpartum extrusions, they come from a host of naturally occuring negative factors that have our life expectancy decreasing rather than increasing. Giving your child a class 1 carcinogen like cigarettes or ham on the one hand or a class 2A carcinogen like fresh dead flesh is something to be avoided. This conclusion is obvious unless you consider raising the odds of your child developing a chronic disease to be a good thing. That of course constitutes either child abuse or profound ignorance. Given the preponderance of evidence of the horror stories from consuming animal products, the burden of proof is squarely on those who would advocate feeding children those products.

[@yingyang1008]

@@stewartedgington8164 go to any diabetes forum - people their eat low carb meat based diets and minimize carbs to manage and even reverse their condition

[@vitaliyyavtukhovskyi5947]

With you, Mike. Thanks for this!

[@SofiaMB]

Note from TED stating that "the speaker makes strong assertions about a specific lack sufficient scientific evidence for general prescription" is appalling! Dr. Michael Greger is a doctor and always bases his videos on scientific evidence! He is well known precisely for that reason and the information given can be life saving!

[@sid35gb]

Sofia MB his book How not to die references over 2000 studies guess that’s not enough, although it did take over 6000 studies to be published before the public was told that there’s a link between smoking and cancer.

[@chrisobber5604]

@@sid35gb If the studies are all epidemiological you have a problem.

[@sid35gb]

Chris Obber if they were all epidemiology studies I would not be wasting my time here. Dr Greger views a body of evidence as having cohort studies, meta-analysis, and randomised control studies that have been verified by having the results replicated in subsequent studies. Also industry funded studies have to be more closely scrutinised for manipulation of outcomes and industry funding is always hi lighted when cited.

[@baconlatte]

Doctors receive next to no training in nutrition. So Greger being a doctor means nothing. You are just preaching mindless appeal to authority. Greger is a quack of the highest (lowest) order.

[@SofiaMB]

@@baconlatte Dr. Michael Greger is someone who has been researching per review articles from many fields of study in nutrition and offers their conclusions in a digestible manner. I totally recommend reading/watching him before forming an opinion or criticising. All the best x

[@LazerNutz]

Love him! The best! Trying to follow his advice.

[@javisol703]

Thank you Dr Greger ❤ you're the best ✨️ I've been on WFPB lifestyle for only 3 months and I feel great, thank you so much ❤

[@theaudioman4446]

This man is such a great person, thank you Sir!

[@johnsaville9210]

I think what is more important than focussing on a plant based diet is to support sustainable farming. Buy local organic and seasonal vegetables, seeds, nuts and fruits when possible. If you are a meat eater chose pastured grass feed meats, free range poultry and wild fish. Avoid factory farmed foods. Being vegetarian but purchasing your vegetables, fruits, grain and soy from huge mono crop industries that grow the same crops year after year, using enormous amounts of chemical pesticides and fertilizers will continue the damage of our soils, water, air, and climate.

[@MathusalaTree]

TEDx Talks I must bring to your attention, whoever wrote the description clearly did not watch the video, please edit it to accurately reflect the significance of the evidence presented. Thank you

[@giuliopaonessa270]

Dr. Greger is quite simply genius . I loved his book How not to die, am now planning to read How not to diet. I have been a vegetarian for 30 years, vegan for 6 months, and feel very well. Though i started not eating meat for ethical reasons i am convinced that a whole food plant based diet is the healthiest way to eat. Thank you Dr. Greger.

[@gffriedman]

Giulio Paonessa what’s with all these “he’s a genius” posts. All he does is scour scientific journals to present the latest nutritional info. He’s just the messenger. He’s certainly smart and entertaining, and he provides a valuable service, but he’s not doing the research himself nor did he invent a plant based diet.

[@Komso47]

there is something smooth about this guy I really like.

[@toni4729]

He's no more than a bad salesman.

[@tristan7844]

smooth?? lol isn't the word I would describe him..everything he says is true but his voice is so annoying

[@user-kp4uu5pb9w]

Dr. Greger is my hero, I love his work and I completely agree with everything he is saying. Been vegan myself for 3 years now thanks to him. However, I find it increasingly difficult to follow his speeches due to his extreme emphasis and the way he talks. I think he’s taking it too far now 😅

[@cerenademe9433]

LOL it grows on your. It's for sure a lot better than monotone!

[@raquelpm3441]

Thank you for sharing, Dr. Michael Greger.

[@toni4729]

Are you still a vegan?

[@CindymeCindy]

His veganism is showing. He's got more energy in that animated talk then I do any day of the week.

[@AndrewPawley11]

We all owe Michael Greger so much.

[@SPACEDOUT19]

you are delusional

[@toni4729]

Yes, he's the only vegan doctor left. The rest have woken up to the fact that it's insane. Some have even died off.

[@AndrewPawley11]

@@toni4729 Not sure you;re right about that. Also, what's your real name troll?

[@Elgatoconbolso]

if you're skeptical about this and you happen to have painful periods, i suggest you try his daily dozen for a month and see how you feel during your period. i know it worked for me and, even though i do not know everything about nutrition, I'm listening to my body and if this is what seems to give me pain free periods, i trust that this will give me a good, healthy, long life as well

[@alyonablueberry]

his charisma is inspiring. gotta love him

[@SunnyDMolish602]

Thanks, Dr. Greger! 💚

[@Komso47]

this man deserves a Nobel Prize.

[@leeretaschen231]

Or an Oscar.

[@toni4729]

You do if you believe it.

[@moresalad221]

I love Dr. Gregor, simple facts and backed up by data that benefits the individual in the long term. Plant based isn't a diet, it's a lifestyle change to effectively alter your way of life in a positive way. With proper macro and micro nutrient intake, also vitamins, you can accomplish to be a healthier you. I've been a plant based eater for 3 years now, and of course I got the haters always barking at me when they have little to no knowledge of how fundamental biology works in your body.

[@RickyVis]

Dr. Greger has completely changed my life, after seeing his frail and emaciated body I decided to do the exact opposite of what he's doing.

[@cynicalidealist11]

Dr Greger is the best.