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Busting Nutrition Myths with Dr. Matthew Nagra

Mar 2, 2022

Watch Episode 167 with Dr. Matthew Nagra:

Many people still believe that what they eat, how they live, their experiences, and even who they share their life with has no impact on their physical health. Today’s guest is out to dispel that. Dr. Matthew Nagra is a Naturopathic Physician, and in case you’re wondering if a Naturopathic Physician is a real doctor, Dr. Matthew Nagra is a health practitioner who treats people holistically. He follows a scientific and evidence-based approach to treating ailments. 

Dr. Matthew Nagra practices Integrated Health in Vancouver, BC. He has a BSc in Microbiology from the University of Victoria and completed his ND training at the Boucher Institute. He has been vegan for over 10 years, is certified in plant-based nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies. He regularly shares information regarding nutrition and health across his social media pages. Learn how to live healthier as you listen to this episode with Dr. Matthew Nagra.

 

Listen to Episode 167 with Dr. Matthew Nagra:

I changed my view on many things. I find that it’s really difficult for us to do sometimes is to acknowledge we have been wrong in the past then change our opinion.” – Dr. Matthew Nagra

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