It’s no secret that diabetes is now occurring in epic numbers. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that over 9 percent of Americans are affected. Other chronic diseases are also on the rise. Could it be due to what we eat?
The documentary “Forks Over Knives” examines the theory that most, if not all, chronic diseases that afflict us today can be controlled, or even reversed, by changes in our diet.
The film chronicles the pioneering research of two doctors, T. Colin Campbell, a nutrition scientist from Cornell, and Caldwell Esselstyn, of Cleveland Clinic. It also shows the real-life experiences of patients who followed their recommended whole-food, plant-based diet.
“Forks over Knives” will be shown Tuesday afternoons, 3:30-5:00 p.m., in the Holt Conference Room at Grace Cottage Hospital’s Community Wellness Center, 133 Grafton Road, Townshend. Advance reservation is required; showings are free of charge.
To reserve your seat, contact Grace Cottage Health Coach Liz Harrison, 365-3766 or eharrison@gracecottage.org.