Meenakshi Budhraja

Dr. Meenakshi Budhraja is a gastroenterologist in private practice at Digestive Wellness Clinic with more than three decades of experience dedicated to advancing digestive health and wellness. Passionate about the connection between nutrition and medicine, she has focused her career on integrating plant-based culinary health into patient care and medical education.

As an adjunct faculty member at the University of Arkansas, Dr. Budhraja has played a key role in developing a plant-based culinary health curriculum, combining her expertise in teaching, curriculum development and public speaking. Through her work, she is committed to empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed dietary choices and lead healthier lives.