Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN
Welcome to SELFPrinciple.org. I am a practicing nephrologist and obesity medicine specialist. I created this blog to provide evidence-based nutrition, health, and wellness research. My goal is to share all the wonderful research out there in a simple, easy to understand, manner. Living a full life should not be complicated. Simply sleep more, move more, love more and eat a plant-based diet. Thanks for visiting!
Is being a Doctor bad for your health?
I love being a Doctor. There isn’t anything else I could possibly imagine myself doing. It is an incredibly rewarding profession and I am honored that my patients entrust their health to me. That being said,...
Vegetarian Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe
This is a super quick, super easy, super healthy recipe that helps satisfy your pancake cravings. These are very thin, similar to crepes, so don't make these expecting your typical fluffy buttermilk pancakes.
INGREDIENTS: 2...
How a plant based diet can save our planet!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdLC_Diyo2Q We already know that switching to a whole foods plant based diet can have tremendous benefits on your health. Let's look at some of the amazing benefits...
4 Amazing health benefits of a Whole Foods Plant Based Diet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGVtL7iIiQU
Whole Foods Plant Based Diet Definition Consists of whole or minimally processed plants such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seeds, nuts, and legumes. It tends to minimize or exclude animal-based products such as meat,...
Is it time to stop shaking hands
The traditional handshake has been around for a long time. According to Wikipedia, the first documented handshake on human history can be seen on the monument of Kalhu, where it shows the Assyrian king...
Top Myths about Whole Foods Plant Based Diet Part 2
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxhzlZ8bb9Q]
Key Points
Whole Foods Plant Based Diet Definition Consists of whole or minimally processed plants such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seeds, nuts, and legumes. It tends to minimize or exclude animal-based products such...
Top Myths about Whole Foods Plant Based Diets: Part 1
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btjWL-_6a-A] Here is Part 1 of our series discussing the top myths around a plant-based diet.
Whole Foods Plant Based Diet Definition Consists of whole or minimally processed plants such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains,...
The amazing benefits of running on longevity
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCy-DxKrZV0] Running is a popular form of exercise. But how does running impact your longevity? What is the impact of combining running with other forms of exercise? Check out the video above. Key Findings: Runners...
Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
Here is a delicious ice cream recipe using just 2 ingredients. It is creamy, rich, and actually good for you. NO SUGAR added or needed!
INGREDIENTS 3 large ripe bananas
2 tbsp dark cocoa powder INSTRUCTIONS Slice...
Are Whole Food Plant Based Diets Nutrient Deficient?
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Db6_9NzNz5Y]
Key findings: Per nationwide poll in 2016: ~3.3% of American adults are vegetarian or vegan
PROTEIN: Vegetarian and vegan diets meet or exceed recommended protein intakes
Regular use of soy and legumes will...
