New York, NY: World Vegan Vision recently held a successful event on October 19, 2024, at the Asa’mai Temple, spotlighting the vital connection between heart health and a plant-based lifestyle. The keynote speaker, renowned cardiologist Dr. Bimal Chhajer, captivated attendees with his insights on reversing heart disease through veganism.
The event drew an enthusiastic crowd eager to learn about the life-saving benefits of a vegan diet and how it can positively impact heart health. Dr. Chhajer shared key takeaways, including essential practices to manage and even reverse heart disease naturally. His approach emphasized cholesterol management, the elimination of oils in cooking, regular exercise, and stress reduction through yoga and meditation.
The following are few critical insights from Dr. Chhajer’s presentation:
Cholesterol Management: Avoid all animal products to reduce cholesterol.
Zero-Oil Cooking: Exclude all oils to promote heart health.
Exercise: A daily 35-minute walk on an empty stomach significantly improves heart function.
Stress Management: Incorporate yoga and meditation to manage stress, a leading contributor to heart disease.
Blood Pressure Control: Maintain blood pressure at 120/80 mmHg by reducing salt intake.
Blood Sugar Monitoring: Keep fasting blood sugar under 100 mg/dL and HbA1c below 6.5%.
Triglyceride Reduction: Cut triglycerides to under 100 mg/dL (normal is <150>
Heart-Healthy Diet: Focus on high-fiber, antioxidant-rich foods, eliminating high-fat dairy and nuts.
Weight Management: Achieve a BMI below 24 through a whole-food, plant-based diet.
LDL Cholesterol Control: Keep LDL levels under 70 mg/dL for heart disease reversal. (normal is <100>
HDL Cholesterol: Boost HDL levels with regular exercise, targeting over 40 mg/dL. (normal is >40 mg/dl)
Natural Bypass Therapy: Explore EECP non-invasive cardiac therapy covered by Medicare.
Detox Therapy: Combined with a Zero-oil vegan diet, detox therapy like fasting aids in clearing blockages.
Angina Awareness: Learn to identify angina symptoms such as chest pain and discomfort.
Reversal of Heart Disease: A vegan diet paired with lifestyle changes can reverse severe heart disease.
“We would like to clarify that the information we are sharing is not intended to serve as medical advice. Rather, our goal is to provide you with valuable insights and guidance on how to maintain and improve your heart health,” said Rakesh Bhargava, President, World Vegan Vision.
Dr. Chhajer is a respected figure in the field of Non-Invasive Cardiology, dedicated to combating heart disease through comprehensive, scientifically-backed lifestyle changes.
World Vegan Vision is dedicated to promoting the benefits of a vegan lifestyle for both personal health and environmental sustainability.
