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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

Do animal proteins cause cancer? Are they dangerous? Many popular views and diets including the keto and paleo diets say that animal proteins should be reduced or eliminated for various health reasons, while other evidence shows that the health benefits of animal proteins outweigh the risks. We're going to dive deep into this critical topic today to figure out exactly how much protein is too much, what happens to muscle mass when you limit protein intake, and how protein affects overall health and wellbeing.

I'm joined today by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a fellowship trained physician and expert in nutritional science and geriatrics to discuss the facts about protein. We talk about the truth behind some of today's most popular claims about protein, the negative effects of experimentation with macrobiotics, and the "clean meat" movement of the future.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Today's topic is animal protein — does it cause cancer? Do the health benefits outweigh the risks?

[2:55] Dr. Christianson introduces Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, who has trained under one of the world's leading experts on protein and begins by clarifying the facts behind protein and cancer.

[6:05] Questions you need to ask yourself when engaging in conversations about the relationship between food intake and cancer.

[7:45] Understanding mTOR stimulators, animal proteins and their link to obesity and cancer.

[12:18] Shifts in trends of protein intake based on NHANES data show that average muscle mass is dangerously low despite an increasing need as people age.

[15:41] Why would a change in protein affect body composition and obesity? Dr. Lyon explains the link between protein intake and the need for increased muscle protection.

[17:57] The protein leverage hypothesis provides clarity to Dr. C's experience with exhibiting eating disorder-like symptoms when he was lacking protein in his diet.

[21:58] Is protein carcinogenic? Dr. Lyon offers clarification about claims from The China Study.

[24:09] Understanding risk ratios of cancer and protein intake as well as the potential effects of under intaking protein.

[26:59] Vegetarian? Vegan? Dr. Lyon gives dietary suggestions for meeting protein needs from plant-based foods and a gram guideline for protein intake for every dietary style.

[32:03] Healthspan vs. lifespan — understanding the value of arriving at old age in the best health possible, and how you can make a high quality life happen.

[34:07] Low-protein, five-day modified fasting programs are hugely popular right now, but how do they really affect overall health?

[40:04] There is no doubt that higher muscle mass positively affects health throughout ageing, and Dr. C. notes the increased vulnerability of women to such detrimental conditions.

[43:05] A deeper look at the clean meat movement, sustainability, and the true correlation between cows and the greenhouse effects.

[49:10] The biggest reason Dr. C. believes the clean meat movement won't catch on anytime soon might surprise you.

[53:19] Genetic variability, soy, the effectiveness of extreme dieting and why it just doesn't work for everyone.

[55:04] Dr. Lyon wraps up with a summary of the conversation and encourages listeners to take an objective look at poor science and agenda-driven information.

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Clean Meat: How Growing Meat Without Animals Will Revolutionize Dinner and the World by Paul Shapiro

Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

Are you having a hard time determining if you have too much or too little protein in your diet? Too much protein means you might be dealing with potential disease risks, while too little protein presents the possible risk of changes to healthspan. Either way, the literature is often confusing and inconclusive and often leaves people with more questions than answers.

I'm joined today by Dr. Garth Davis, a bariatric surgeon, and author of Proteinaholic. Dr. Davis is an active member of the protein-based community and he has joined me to talk about the possible dangers of dietary protein and to share evidence-based truths about protein and how it might be affecting your health. We dive deep into the specifics of meta-analysis and epidemiology, how red meat really affects overall health, and the points of any study that you need to understand before accepting or rejecting its findings. We also take a look at the new lab-grown and plant-based meat movement that is quickly gaining popularity.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Today's topic is animal protein — does it really affect your overall health and what are the actual risks of cancer for red meat eaters?

[3:57] Dr. Davis shares a classic example of the disconnect between obesity and protein that he regularly experiences in his work.

[5:47] Challenges that surface when trying to study the effects of protein on cancer, including correlations and meta-analysis in epidemiology.

[11:02] Understanding the protein-inclusive diets of blue zone populations and the misunderstandings that are often associated with mechanisms of action.

[17:12] A strong argument comes from a combination of high mechanistic action, high rates of epidemiological evidence, and meta-analysis, but what comes after that?

[22:03] Key points that have to be studied and understood in order to correctly interpret a meta-analysis.

[24:38] The features of red meat, fish, and poultry, and the details of leading healthy diet studies, including the PURE study and the Adventist health study.

[30:20] The overall characteristics of healthy patterned eating behavior often include eating poultry and fish, and Dr. Davis shares an example of the results from various studies and offers his overall advice for a healthier diet plan.

[35:47] How diet messages are received by a population is just as important as the details of the diet itself, but too often the public latches onto the wrong details and starts making poor health choices as a result.

[40:12] Dr. Davis offers his viewpoint on veganism, the clean meat movement and how both affect the environment and human health.

[47:50] The increased popularity of plant-based foods just may be proving that meat is in no way good for your heart health.

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Proteinaholic How Our Obsession with Meat is Killing Us and What We Can Do About It by Dr. Garth Davis

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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

We all still have so many unanswered questions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. The information we're given today can contradict the messages we were told yesterday, and it feels harder than ever to know which voices to listen to.

I had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Susan Wilder about some of the biggest myths surrounding this coronavirus. Previously a physician for the AirForce, Dr. Wilder has been active with the Arizona government and is currently working as a first-line private practice physician during this pandemic. She shares her perspective on the COVID-19 crisis from the medical community and has answers to your questions, including the effectiveness of face masks and a realistic timeline for an approved vaccine. We also discuss what life might look like when the peak of this coronavirus pandemic is behind us, and Dr. Wilder recommends ways that you can keep yourself mentally and physically safe during these uncertain times.

Key Takeaways:

[1:08] Today's topic is COVID-19 and the latest information about your biggest questions.

[2:10] Dr. Wilder shares insights into the COVID-19 pandemic and the opportunities that are being presented to humanity as a result of the many ways it has changed our world.

[5:52] Misconceptions surrounding the coronavirus and the truth and danger of the exponential progression of a virus.

[8:28] Understanding the difference between being asymptomatic and presymptomatic with a virus.

[10:37] How does COVID-19 affect your health after you've recovered from it? The first step is understanding the comprehensive health of patients prior to infection.

[14:55] One of the greatest practices for preventative care is getting yourself into optimal health — there are no excuses for not eating well and exercising right during this season of social distancing and self-isolation.

[18:47] What is the next wave of this virus going to look like? A comparison of COVID-19 to the Spanish Influenza of 1918 illustrates the need to approach this virus with a marathon mentality.

[21:26] What is the likelihood of gaining herd immunity to this coronavirus versus developing an effective vaccine to it?

[24:41] The dangers of long-term social distancing extend beyond compromised mental health to presenting the potential for increased exposure to the virus later on.

[26:23] Dr. Wilder shares some of the facts that people are most surprised to hear regarding healthcare during a pandemic — including the truth about face masks and why hospitalized patients are not going to receive the kind of care they might expect during a hospital stay.

[30:22] Top tips for staying sane and managing your health during these unprecedented times, and ideas for looking forward to better days.

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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

I want to address some of the most common myths surrounding the topic that is on everyone's mind right now 1 COVID-19. I don't want you to panic, but there are important medical facts that I want to make sure that you are hearing. I know how hard it can be to separate facts from myths in this rapidly changing environment that we are all suddenly living in, and I want to give you the facts so that you can make informed decisions today that will keep you safe and healthy.

I want to share with you the conversation that I had with infectious disease expert Dr. Tom Moorcroft. He has been working with infectious diseases for over a decade, and has joined me to address some of your most pressing questions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and what it means for your health. Dr. Tom has the perspective and voice of reason that we are all looking for in these uncertain times. He shares the information you need to know about safe medication options, the potential for future vaccines, and how to know when it's time to visit your doctor. He also offers several doable action items that you can start today to improve your overall health and increase your ability to fight this coronavirus.

Key Takeaways:

[1:07] Today's topic is COVID-19, it's most common myths and the latest medical updates.

[2:03] Dr. Tom dives right into two of the most common myths that he has heard surrounding the coronavirus — preliminary medicinal testing with hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin, and the the advantages and dangers of ace inhibitors, including using acetaminophen over ibuprofen.

[7:34] Will drinking hot water or using a hair dryer in your nose protect you from COVID-19?

[9:50] Dr. Tom offers a realistic time frame for a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine to hit the market.

[12:24] A look at the rapidly changing testing, self-quarantine, and social distancing guidelines and what it all really means for the average healthy person.

[16:18] Will a facemask protect you from contracting the coronavirus?

[18:50] Unprecedented levels of public transparency and involvement has made a significant difference in the ability of countries to contain the spread of the virus.

[19:24] Secondary levels of exposure can most effectively be prevented by staying home, advice that applies to everyone from elderly people to millenials and young children.

[21:45] How dangerous are the packages that are being delivered to your house? Or the fresh and packaged foods that you're bringing into your kitchen?

[24:38] A list of the most important things that you can do to boost your immunity, reduce stress, and minimize your chances of being severely affected by COVID-19.

[28:32] Dr. Tom shares his recommendations for when sick people should be tested for coronavirus.

[34:26] Under what circumstances should a sick person go to Urgent Care to receive acute care? If you are considering self-medicating with leftover prescriptions, it's time to contact your doctor.

[39:22] Dr. Tom predicts the short- and long-term future of COVID-19, including global testing, seasonal fluctuations, and the danger and importance of the cases that are going untested and unreported.

[44:01] When can we realistically expect to see the end of this period of social isolation? Dr. Tom reflects on the possibility of developing a natural immunity to this coronavirus.

[47:18] Are there immune supporting herbs that can help you fight the coronavirus?

[51:12] Is it a good idea to wash fruits and vegetables with dish soap? Best practices for handling produce and cooking in your kitchen during this pandemic.

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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

If someone fully recovers from an illness, did it really even happen? Is making an observation in a clinic a good enough reason to act on and interpret findings as a new idea worth sharing with others? Should these observations always be acted upon? One standalone experience is not proof enough that a method of healing should be adopted by the health community at large — we have to go beyond and create data in order to affect policy.

I'm joined today by Dr. Terry Wahls, a clinical professor at the University of Iowa who conducts clinical trials testing therapeutic lifestyle and diet on multiple sclerosis, the progression of the disease and its symptoms. Dr. Wahls is an author and speaker who has joined me to discuss the personal experiences and extensive research that she has conducted in order to make a claim as grand as finding the answer to healing MS. She shares the trials and setbacks she has encountered along the way, updates with her research and several action items that anyone with MS can take today to begin their journey toward healing.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Today's topic is the diet that can heal MS and the level of research that had to be conducted before making such an amazing claim.

[2:55] Dr. Christianson introduces Dr. Terry Wahls, an expert at looking beyond observation and anecdote to create real evidence in healing who shares her experience with Full recovery from progressive multiple sclerosis whole healing after being wheelchair-bound.

[10:00] An overview of the studies that Dr. Wahls has conducted, their details and results, and a brief history of the low-fat Roy Swank diet for healing MS.

[14:39] Which is superior: a low-fat or a vegan diet? Both offer results including improved quality of life, reduction of disease, lower cholesterol, and weight loss, but neither reduce MRI lesions or relapses.

[16:40] Microbiome, added sugar, gluten, and dairy are all contributing factors that have an effect on MS patients and can be altered or eliminated in order to promote healing.

[18:49] Specific recommendations for eating more vegetables and less meat.

[21:20] Dr. Wahl shares updates with her research and experiences with the study of diet and MS.

[24:45] Similarities found within additional studies of other diseases and their results and the importance of health behaviors.

[26:08] Understanding the shift in the funding that has made this kind of research more possible and Dr. Wahl's work with frozen biomarkers.

[30:47] Too many people who rely on drug therapies don't do so out of true conviction so much as a lack of evidence for other approaches.

[32:54] Securing a positive community response has been a long road for Dr. Wahl due to complaints of promising false hope, but her thorough research and relentless commitment to sharing the truth has paid off.

[38:48] A look into Dr. Wahl's updated book and the detailed conversations and guidance that are found within it.

[43:16] Actions steps that anyone suffering with MS can take right now include defining your personal mission, refining your diet, and radically ramping up vegetable consumption.

[47:33] Dr. Wahl shares her gratitude for the entire journey she has traveled — from profoundly disabled to fully recovered MS patient — and the resulting research and story that she now shares with the public.

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The Wahls Protocol: A Revolutionary New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles by Dr. Terry Wahls

The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions by Dr. Terry Wahls

Roy Swank Diet for MS

Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

Genetic testing is all the rage these days, but is it necessary? Is the information accurate or clinically relevant? Does it result in medical action that is unnecessary? Dr. Ben Lynch is a leader in the world of nutrigenomics and he has joined me today to shed some light on the topic. As the founder of Seeking Health and the author of Dirty Genes, Dr. Lynch has extensive experience, knowledge, and answers about the value and importance of the information you can gain from genetic testing.

We dive right into the misconceptions about genetic testing which too often leads people to make poorer health choices than they might have without the testing. You will quickly learn from this conversation that the best approach to a long and healthy life is combining your genetic testing results with common-sense action. I understand that there are so many ways that you can feel frightened, overwhelmed, or hopeless in your journey to health, but genetic testing does not have to contribute to those negative feelings. Whether you've considered genetic testing but are feeling hesitant or you have already done the testing and don't know which step to take next, you'll want to listen to my conversation with Dr. Lynch.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Today's podcast covers everything you need to know about genetic testing and the true impact your genes have on your overall health.

[2:14] Dr. C shares his experience with the accuracy of traits testing along with genetic testing.

[6:28] The top takeaway points that consumers still get wrong when factoring genes into overall health include thinking your genes are 'broken' and trying to take supplements to correct for genetic variations.

[8:38] Dr. Lynch shares the knowledge he gained, the experiences he had, and the actions he took following his own genetic testing.

[13:29] Understanding the difference between gene status and gene expression — and how each one affects your overall health.

[15:30] The accuracy of consumer-directed genetic testing and the potential negative effects of inaccurately or incompletely reporting BRCA mutations to consumers.

[20:45] Functional and relevant variances in SNPs that should be reported have been built into the genetic testing offered by Dr. Lynch and offer increased insights into findings.

[26:50] Dr. Lynch's experience with testing positive for an MTHFR variant, taking a methylfolate supplement to attempt to correct it, and ending up with worse symptoms than he ever had before.

[31:45] Common recommendations that come after identifying a mutated gene that often have a negative effect on overall health.

[36:05] Dr. C recommends the Dirty Genes book as a way to get a better sense of your actual gene expression as well as recommendations that are not based on counterproductive unknowns.

[37:20] What are the lifestyle steps that people should take as a result of genetic testing? Dr. Lynch recommends discontinuing the use all supplements to get a baseline measure of your true health and the importance of breathing through your nose.

[44:38] Dr. C dives even deeper into the benefits of controlling osmoreceptors via nostril breathing.

[48:36] The value of educating yourself on how your body functions and the lifestyle changes that will benefit you the most prior to doing genetic testing.

[51:07] Examples of how responding to variances in context can provide advantages to your overall health, and a clear definition of which genes you actually have control over based on your lifestyle choices.

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Dirty Genes: A Breakthrough Program to Treat the Root Cause of Illness and Optimize Your Health by Dr. Ben Lynch

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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

Today we're continuing our conversation on the effect of grains on health. I'm joined by Stephen Yafa, an author and speaker who has critically studied the current ideas and widely accepted misconceptions about wheat — if it has been genetically modified in dangerous ways, whether its basic structure has changed over recent decades, and whether it triggers diseases outside of Celiac. Stephen clarifies the differences between refined wheat and whole wheat, explains the benefits of various types of sourdough, and offers insights into the artisanal flour movement in America.

If you are wondering if grains are actually harmful to people without Celiac disease, or what might happen to the gut health of a person with Celiac disease who decides to eat more fermented foods such as sourdough bread, you'll want to listen to my conversation with Stephen. He has taken the time to break down some of the most common misconceptions about wheat, and he just might convince you that the health benefits of a whole grain diet is worth getting more involved in the growing and delicious worldwide artisanal movement.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Today we continue our conversation about grains — are they harmful to people who don't have Celiac disease? Introducing Stephen Yafa, a gluten researcher with answers.

[2:31] Stephen shares the experiences and preconceived notions that led him to dive deep into the controversial topic of gluten.

[6:15] A quick overview of the false information that is being presented in some of today's most popular anti-gluten literature.

[9:02] Has there been a dramatic shift in genetics that has caused humans to be less tolerant of wheat over the last century?

[12:02] How the origin of wheat positively affected civilization over thousands of years.

[13:09] The correlation between wheat and the obesity epidemic has more to do with the processing of wheat than the composition of wheat itself.

[15:34] Evidence shows that natural fermentation can affect your health in a far more significant way than processed wheat.

[18:04] A look at the benefits of making whole grains a central part of a healthy diet, including lower cholesterol and blood pressure and a longer-lasting feeling of fullness.

[19:50] Understanding the link between cardiovascular death and whole grain in people without Celiac disease.

[21:15] The health benefits of ingesting naturally fermented breads, particularly sourdough, when it passes through the gut wall without triggering an immune response.

[25:38] What would happen if you offered a naturally fermented sourdough bread to a person with Celiac disease?

[27:56] A peek inside the artisanal flour movement, including baking conventions and the passion and knowledge that inspires bakers around the world to continue experimenting with wheat.

[32:32] Stephen's weight loss findings from perfecting his Final Five sourdough bread recipe.

[36:40] A gluten-free diet is synonymous with healthy eating, and other misconceptions about what people have to give up in order to live a more healthy lifestyle.

[40:39] Stephen's recommendations for adding layers of complexity and flavor to any diet — fermented foods.

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Grain of Truth: Why Eating Grain Can Improve Your Health by Stephen Yafa

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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

The Mediterranean diet is considered the top diet in the world, but what exactly makes it so successful? How difficult is it to get started? How expensive is it? There are many myths surrounding the Mediterranean diet that can confuse and complicate this highly effective method for losing weight and living longer, but on today's episode we're going to separate fact from fiction as we dive into the delicious details of the Mediterranean diet

I'm joined by Dr. Steven Masley, a physician, nutritionist, trained chef, author and more to share his insights into the diet that is proven to help you lose weight, reduce the risk for heart disease and memory loss, and live longer. He shares some of the observations he made during his months of sailing through the Mediterranean, ideas for getting started including a basic shopping list and simple recipes, and ways that you can start to enjoy your relationship with food again. If you're looking for a proven diet that is completely doable and sustainable (as well as delicious), you need to listen to this conversation with Dr. Steven Masley.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Today's topic is the Mediterranean diet — what makes it so easy, successful and appetizing.

[2:15] Dr. C introduces Dr. Steven Masley, who offers context about the actual makeup of the Mediterranean diet — what it is and what it isn't.

[4:50] The history behind the Mediterranean diet, the origin, and why it's considered the top diet in the world.

[7:38] How do food quantities affect the effectiveness of the Mediterranean diet, and what foods are most commonly included in it?

[11:30] Additional factors that contribute to the success of this diet include dining at a leisurely pace, interacting with nature, and the promotion of social connectedness during meals.

[16:58] Looking for simple ways to improve your eating habits? Dr. Masley offers tips from the thinnest and longest-lived countries in the world.

[23:35] Understanding the link between affluence and obesity, and why wealthier people in Europe are gaining more weight while obesity is plaguing poorer people in America.

[26:30] You don't need to be a world-renowned chef to successfully follow the Mediterranean diet — Dr. Masley shares ideas on where to start regardless of your skill level.

[31:55] The first steps you need to take to successfully switch over to the Mediterranean diet, including shopping for pantry staples, shopping more often for fresh foods, and increasing your access to herbs and spices.

[34:48] How you can stay on track with the Mediterranean diet even when you're on the road.

[36:24] Dr. Masley shares some of the success stories he has seen in his clinic and offers encouragement for giving the world's most successful diet a try.

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The Mediterranean Method: Your Complete Plan to Harness the Power of the Healthiest Diet on the Planet -- Lose Weight, Prevent Heart Disease, and More! A Mediterranean Diet Cookbook by Dr. Steven Masley

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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

Today we're continuing our conversation about grains with family physician, nutritional researcher, president of the Nutritional Research Foundation and best-selling author Dr. Joel Fuhrman. He and I discuss the role that plant foods have in promoting overall health, especially whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds.

If you are concerned about the potentially negative impact that these foods might have on your health, including inflammation or compromising autoimmune states, you need to hear the clinical information that Dr. Fuhrman shares regarding the ability of these foods to actually reverse such conditions. And if you feel that you're living in fear of the future of your health, I know you will feel encouraged by the simple and meaningful steps that Dr. Fuhrman shares to help you start feeling better today.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] We're wrapping up our conversation about grains with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, nutritional researcher and advocate for a whole grains nutritarian diet.

[2:10] Dr. Fuhrman shares success stories of the diet that is most effective at reversing aging and slowing cancer, alleviating fibromyalgia, allergies, and autoimmune disease.

[4:24] An overview of the nutritarian diet, which is rich in anti-cancer and micronutrients but doesn't miss any nutrients that can help human health and longevity.

[6:17] Understanding the plant-derived G-BOMBS (grains, berries, onions, beans, mushrooms, and seeds) diet and its scientifically-based anticancer effects.

[8:10] Scientific studies that have proven the negative effects of increasing animal proteins in your diet include shortened lifespan and risk of cancer and cardiovascular death.

[10:39] What dietary choices would you be willing to make in order to extend your lifespan to nearly 100 years?

[11:50] Sensitivities to the richest source of resistant starch — beans — are not reason enough to eliminate them and their benefits from a healthy gut diet, including the second meal phenomenon.

[14:27] Eating these four foods, including soybeans, will offer the most health benefits to the lining of your digestive tract.

[15:53] The three ways that you can gather information to make the most informed and beneficial decisions for your gut health, and the advancement of our genetics that optimize the nutrients that come from G-BOMBS.

[18:55] The importance of raw versus cooked foods, which ones offer aroma taste inhibitors, angiogenesis inhibitors, fat storage, and cancer cell promotion, and how to best prepare each for your diet.

[25:24] Dr. Fuhrman's retreat programs offer the opportunity to learn how you can make drastic lifestyle changes that can change your health for the better — and for good.

[28:42] The psychological benefits and transformations that come with overcoming unhealthy food addictions to better control our health destiny.

[32:54] It's time to stop living in fear of the future of your health. Dr. Fuhrman's mission is to bring people hope of living a better life, free of pain and free of fear.

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Eat to Live Quick and Easy Cookbook: 131 Delicious Recipes for Fast and Sustained Weight Loss, Reversing Disease, and Lifelong Health by Dr. Joel Fuhrman

Fast Food Genocide: How Processed Food Is Killing Us and What We Can Do About It by Dr. Joel Fuhrman

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Between the latest online fads and the crazy media headlines, it's easier than ever to get confused about your health. If you want to make better decisions about your health today so you can feel better and live longer, you've come to the right place.

Today is the first episode of a three part series that examines the effect of grains on health. I'm joined today by the Gluten-Free Warrior — Dr. Peter Osborne, the founder of the Gluten-Free Society who works to help people with autoimmune and degenerative diseases. He shares some of the experiences and citations that have led him to work so passionately to educate people about the effect of grains on our overall health. Dr. Osborne has helped over 5,000 patients regain overall health and wellness with a grain-free diet, and his approach to healing is focused on individuals with auto-immune diseases.

If you've ever suspected that you might have gluten intolerance but aren't sure if you have Celiac disease, if you're wondering what environmental factors might be affecting your health, or if you are looking for ways to eliminate painful reactions to gluten, you need to listen to this conversation to help you decide which steps you need to take next.

Key Takeaways:

[1:10] Today's topic is grains — are they harmful to people who don't have Celiac's disease?

[2:00] Introducing Dr. Peter Osborne, who shares his overall thoughts on the effects of grains on human health, the quality of studies that have been conducted about grains, and the importance of identifying autoimmune diseases when healing for chronic disease.

[5:48] Dr. Osborne reacts to the statement that reduced-grain diets contribute to worse health outcomes, including cardiovascular death, and explains how the quality of the diet is a greater factor than the gluten intake itself.

[9:52] The correlation between a grain-free diet and autoimmune disease, and a snapshot of the overall history and changing health factors that have an influence on a person's weakened health status.

[15:00] The danger of not controlling for variables in a patient, the importance of believing that you can feel better again, and the value of overall body-fuel balance.

[18:10] How can you tell if you have non-Celiac gluten sensitivity, and what can you do about it? Dr. Osborne suggests starting with diet change and supporting nutritional deficit.

[22:30] Understanding the prevalence of non-Celiac gluten sensitivity and the environmental factors that accelerate it including exposure to pesticides, plastics, antibiotics, chemicals and medications.

[27:04] Should all people with a gluten sensitivity be tested for Celiac's disease? Dr. Osborne says that it is not necessary, and he explains why.

[29:40] What are the pitfalls of making dietary changes that are not accurate relative to the symptoms that are actually present? A look at the variables that affect overall health regardless of gluten-sensitivity.

[37:04] If variables such as molds, pesticides and hybridization are present, it becomes increasingly difficult to separate individual aspects of the diet. Here's what to do about it.

[39:24] A list of conditions for non-Celiac gluten sensitivities that are actually caused by gluten and the next steps you should take to begin healing.

[43:41] Dr. Osborne's number one tip for enhancing overall health starts with self observation — pay attention to how your body responds to activity, exercise and food before you decide that your condition is irreversible.

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