by Catherine O'Rourke | Jul 22, 2025 | Lifestyle Medicine, Resources and Tools
We often hear about macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fat. But the benefits of fiber in our health is often overlooked. Fiber: Your Secret Weapon Against Inflammation Over 90% of Americans are fiber deficient, according to Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, a...
by Catherine O'Rourke | Jul 8, 2025 | Recipe
Looking for plant-based bowl recipes for a crowd — that even your omnivore friends will love? Build-your-own plant-based bowls are the best solution! These customizable meals use a bunch of ingredients for everyone to mix and match for their own bowl. It’s one...
by Catherine O'Rourke | Jan 7, 2025 | Kids
“Do you make your kids eat plant-based?” This is a common question in the office. Patients want to know if we’re walking the walk of eating plant-based and are we raising plant-based kids. The short answer is yes, to a point. As with anything and kids, there’s lots of...
by Catherine O'Rourke | Aug 5, 2024 | Success Story
My first introduction to lifestyle medicine and plant-based eating was before CT Lifestyle Medicine opened. I was Catherine’s manager at the hospital, and she came to my office and said to me: “I believe I can help you improve your life and health. ...
by Catherine O'Rourke | Jul 5, 2024 | Success Story
I chose CT Lifestyle Medicine as my primary care practice because I was already eating a mostly plant-based diet and strongly believed in the tenets of lifestyle medicine. I had my first in-person annual appointment in 2023. I was eager to successfully adhere to all...
