Mindful Medics | Season 2 Episode 5

Food as Medicine: Dr. Sandy Musial on Reversing Chronic Disease with Plant Docs

On this episode of Mindful Medics, Dr. Sandy Musial discusses her groundbreaking work as the founder of Plant Docs, a nonprofit dedicated to reversing chronic illnesses through plant-based eating. Host Dr. Leonaura Rhodes dives deep into Dr. Musial’s passion for whole foods, the connection between nutrition and mindfulness, and her mission to empower people to live healthier lives.

Published on
March 05, 2025

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Chapters

  • 00:00:00 – Intro 

  • 00:02:30 – Dr. Musial’s Early Life & Her Path to Medicine

  • 00:10:48 – Urban Gardens

  • 00:19:52 – Dr. Musial’s Current Projects

  • 00:25:02 – Life Challenges Faced by Dr. Musial

  • 00:34:00 – Advice Dr. Musial Wished She’d been Given

  • 00:43:50 – The Importance of Fats & Proteins 

  • 00:43:50 – Top 3 Pieces of Advice to Live Your Best Life

  • 00:46:27 – Final Question & Wrap-up