Have you ever wondered how a heart attack can change the way you think about food? What if surviving a life-threatening event leads to a whole new approach to nutrition?

Discover the answers to these questions with Dr. Daniel Chen, whose journey from patient to health advocate is inspiring and educational.

Dr. Daniel Chen is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. He practices at Esperanza Health Center in North Philadelphia, providing primary care in both Spanish and English. Trained at Jefferson Medical College and Temple University Hospital, Dr. Chen connects his love for cooking to his practice, emphasizing a plant-based, nutritious, and culturally connected approach to food. As a second-generation Chinese-American and a survivor of cancer and a heart attack, he leads initiatives combining food, movement, and behavioral health to promote positive lifestyle changes and health justice. He serves on the Medical Advisory Board of the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and enjoys raising his two children plant-strong with his wife, Charlene, a physician.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Chen shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, practical tips on cooking plant-based meals, and insights on where to find specialized food like tofu. We also discuss the importance of avoiding food waste.

Tune in to learn how his personal experiences have influenced his professional mission and how you can apply these lessons to your own life.

Don’t miss out—listen now and get inspired to make positive changes!

Stay tuned for PART 2!

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