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RHR: The Importance of Connection and Community in a Digital World, with Adam and Vanessa Lambert

April 1, 2022
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In this episode, we discuss: The paradox of our digital world Our essential need for in-person connection The transformative potential of live events The role of celebration and retreat in our lives Adapt Live event at Snowbird in September The importance of opening yourself up to the unexpected Show notes: [embedded content] Hey, everybody, Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. This week, I’m excited to be talking with Adam and Vanessa Lambert, founders of Bee The Wellness, a collective that offers transformative coaching and retreats to purpose-driven humans. This is one of my favorite episodes that I’ve ever recorded, and I think it is so timely. Over the last couple of years, as you all know, we’ve been locked down and isolated and alienated from our communities, and I...

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RHR: Micronutrient Density and Bioavailability, with Ty Beal

March 29, 2022
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In this episode, we discuss: The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) The burden of undernutrition worldwide The process and challenges of defining nutrient deficiencies Ty’s recent study on global micronutrient deficiencies The importance of considering nutrient bioavailability Why micronutrients and protein from animal-sourced foods are unique Misconceptions about dairy products Why a mixed animal- and plant-based diet is ideal Show notes: [embedded content] Intro to Ty Beal Hey, everybody, Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. This week, I’m really excited to welcome Ty Beal as my guest. He’s a research advisor on the knowledge leadership team at the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, where he generates evidence to guide programs and mobilize knowledge related to global nutrition and food systems. His research seeks to understand what people eat, why, how it...

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RHR: The Anatomy of Anxiety, with Dr. Ellen Vora

March 22, 2022
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In this episode, we discuss: The epidemic of anxiety in today’s society Defining anxiety- What is “true” versus “false”? The impact of technology and social media on anxiety Psychedelics and their role in addressing anxiety Awareness of the larger ecosystem in our anxiety response How religion and spirituality relate to anxiety Viewing anxiety as a positive opportunity for growth Show notes: [embedded content] Hey, everyone. Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. This week, I’m really excited to welcome Dr. Ellen Vora as my guest. She is a holistic psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher and the author of The Anatomy of Anxiety: Understanding and Overcoming the Body’s Fear Response. That’s what we’re going to be talking about today. Anxiety was already an epidemic prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, and, of...

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RHR: The Secret Biomarker for Optimal Health, with Dr. David Perlmutter

March 1, 2022
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Dr. David Perlmutter, the author of Drop Acid, joins Chris Kresser in this episode of Revolution Health Radio to discuss the very important biomarker, uric acid, and how its levels affect overall metabolic health. Dr. Perlmutter explains its effects and dangers, which foods can raise or lower your levels, and how to test your levels on your own if unable to work with your primary physician.  [embedded content] In this episode, we discuss: The importance of uric acid as a biomarker The difference between normal ranges and optimal levels for biomarkers The effects of blood sugar and cravings for sweet things on overall health The correlation between weight gain and metabolic issues Understanding evolutionary mismatch Which foods to eat and which to avoid for optimal uric acid levels Talking with your doctor about...

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RHR: The Science of Reversing Aging, with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald

February 17, 2022
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In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Dr. Kara Fitzgerald, author of Younger You, sits down with Chris Kresser to discuss the results of her landmark study on methylation and anti-aging. Understanding the impact that methylation has and diet behavior and lifestyle inputs that affect methylation is one of the keys to extending our health span and making sure that we age in a graceful way and really can enjoy our health and well-being as we get older.  [embedded content] In this episode, we discuss: Why discussing aging is so important What methylation is and why it matters How toxin exposure impacts epigenetics and changes in the body and health Dr. Kara Fitzgerald’s study as a multifaceted holistic approach to anti-aging and the results  Where to learn more about the 3...

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RHR: The Importance of Nutrition for Mental and Physical Health, with Autumn Smith of Paleovalley

February 4, 2022
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Mental health is an important concern for all human beings, but the connection between depression and diet seldom comes up in mainstream discussions. In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, I meet with Autumn Smith, founder of Paleovalley, to discuss the motivating factor of personal health problems that brought both of us into our current line of work, and dig deeper into important topics like that little-discussed connection between nutrition and mental health, the widespread problem of nutrient deficiencies, how soil quality affects the nutrient density of food, and more.  [embedded content] In this episode, we discuss: Autumn Smith’s personal health journey, which led her to found Paleovalley The connection between diet and mental health The widespread problem of nutrient deficiencies, even in the modern, civilized world How soil quality...

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8 Tips for Beating Insomnia and Improving Your Sleep

February 1, 2022
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Page Contents: You’re probably aware by now how important sleep is for good health. Inadequate sleep is a major stressor on the body and has been implicated in obesity, insulin resistance, heart disease, impaired cognitive function, and numerous other health complaints. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) It doesn’t matter how dialed in your nutrition and exercise are; if you don’t get enough sleep, your health will suffer. (7) The trouble is, making sleep a priority—although an important step—doesn’t necessarily guarantee you’ll get a restful 8 hours per night. Many people can’t fall asleep at a reasonable hour, wake up in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep, or consistently wake up too early. According to a review published in 2013, an estimated...

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RHR: Managing Screen Time for Kids

January 18, 2022
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Technology has grown to play an increasingly important role in our daily lives, so it’s absolutely essential that we consider the possible harmful effects of screen time on both adults and children. There is a growing concern for children whose developing brains and social skills can be affected by [the] overuse of technology, and yet it’s become apparent that tech will remain ingrained in our lives for the foreseeable future. In this podcast, I cover some of the ways that my family uses and restricts technology in our daily lives, some examples of how it can be harmful and what we can do about it, as well as some suggestions for each family to adopt a plan for managing their screen time in [a] way...

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RHR: Body Awareness and Athletic Mastery, with Tom Gellie

January 4, 2022
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Athletic performance is about far more than simply developing a skill. In this episode, I talk with Tom Gellie, my personal ski coach, about his unique approach, not only to skiing but to the learning and mastery of physical skills in general. We discuss the principles of body awareness, the importance of practice, and how to achieve athletic mastery in your sport of choice. This episode is important to me, not only because of my personal relationship with Tom, but because of my own lifelong passion for learning, discovery, and the mastery of new skills.   In this episode, we discuss: Introduction to Tom Gellie and his background How to assess your athletic performance The links between body awareness, kinesthetic intelligence, and athletic success Building body awareness to achieve mastery Practice drills...

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RHR: Q&A on Osteoporosis: Risk Factors and Lifestyle Considerations

December 27, 2021
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Osteoporosis affects approximately 50% of people over the age of 50 or 60, making prevention and treatment an important topic for people of all ages. In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, I provide a deep dive into some of the most important factors affecting bone health, reveal the critical nutrients that are necessary to maintain a strong body, and answer a number of questions patients and listeners have asked about what to eat and how to live in order to prevent osteoporosis and limit some of its negative effects. This episode contains Chris’s tips for decreasing your risk of osteoporosis, even without access to lab testing or a Functional Medicine doctor.  In this episode, we discuss: Dietary considerations for osteoporosis, including the importance of nutrients like...

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