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RHR: Understanding the Science of Metabolism and Ketones, with Dr. Latt Mansor

June 13, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: The basics of ketone science and why the brain needs ketones to function, especially in the absence of excess glucose An overview of the body’s methods for generating ketones (endogenous ketones) and inducing ketosis The problems with using supplemental ketone salts for performance How ketone diols operate in the body versus ketone salts and ketone esters What various factors affect blood levels of ketones with exogenous ketones The biological effects of ketones on anaerobic metabolism How exercise affects the metabolism of exogenous ketones and the role of exogenous ketones in exercise recovery The optimal use, including dosages and frequency, of exogenous ketones for improving performance and recovery How to use exogenous ketone diols for maintaining focus and improving cognitive performance Who may benefit from supplementing with ketone diols, and whether...

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RHR: Finding a Path to a Meaningful Life Through Sport, Adventure, Charity, and Aging Well, with Sean Lake

May 30, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: What skiing and snowboarding mean to Chris and Sean as lifelong athletes How reframing health as a way of prolonging what you love to do can create a meaningful mindset shift Why our modern diet is lacking in collagen and how a collagen supplement can improve your day-to-day functioning How Sean’s best friend Glen inspired his supplement company, BUBS Naturals, and what makes their products different Show notes: [embedded content] Hey, everybody, Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. Over the 12-plus years I’ve been podcasting, I’ve enjoyed having a wide range of guests on the show, from scientists to physicians to entrepreneurs to athletes to people [who] are just really engaged in whatever it is that they’re doing. And today’s guest...

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RHR: Reviewing the Evidence on the Serotonin Theory of Depression, with Dr. Joanna Moncrieff

May 9, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: The origins of the chemical imbalance theory of depression and whether there is scientific evidence to support this theory How human bias has perpetuated the myth of the serotonin theory and the use of tricyclic drugs to treat depression Our approach to understanding and treating depression prior to the chemical imbalance theory and how this theory has altered approaches to depression in the mental health profession Why the pharmaceutical industry sought to override the dominant conceptualization of depression Whether we can say that there is a true biological basis to depression What happens to people with and without depression when levels of neurotransmitters in the brain are altered in clinical trials and the role of the placebo effect in antidepressant drug trials The long-term negative effects of...

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RHR: Integrating Functional and Ayurvedic Medicine to Treat and Heal Your Autoimmunity, with Dr. Akil Palanisamy

May 2, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: Toxins that have been linked to increased risk of autoimmune disease, and how you can minimize your exposure to them The microbiome, the mycobiome, the virome, and their connection with autoimmunity The five most important keystone bacteria in the microbiome for immune health and autoimmunity The two-phase diet that Dr. Palanisamy designed for those with autoimmunity issues Why stress reduction is a fundamental part of immune health The oral microbiome and its implications in autoimmunity The richest food sources for polyphenols and phytonutrients Experimental therapies promising for autoimmune diseases Show notes: [embedded content] Hey, everybody, Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. The latest statistics suggest that up to 50 million Americans are living with an autoimmune disease today, at a cost of almost $90...

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RHR: The Nutrient Shortfalls of the EAT-Lancet Diet, with Ty Beal

April 25, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: The EAT-Lancet planetary health diet, including why and how it was created and the concept of a “planetary health diet” What micronutrients are lacking in the EAT-Lancet diet and why it matters How mainstream media has received the EAT-Lancet diet Why discussions on nutrient density are so complex, including the synergistic relationships between some necessary nutrients How phytic acid affects the bioavailability of key nutrients like iron, zinc, and calcium Ways to increase nutrient density while following the EAT-Lancet guidelines The problem of outdated and non-standardized recommended daily allowances of nutrients How EAT-Lancet researchers have responded to criticisms of their guidelines Ty Beal’s recommendations on what makes a healthy diet Show notes: “Estimated micronutrient shortfalls of the EAT–Lancet planetary health diet” by Ty Beal, Flaminia Ortenzi, and Jessica Fanzo “Milk and Health”...

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RHR: Overcoming Adrenal Dysfunction, with Dr. Izabella Wentz

April 18, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: What adrenal fatigue or adrenal dysfunction is and how it relates to the thyroid The symptoms of adrenal dysfunction and methods to test or diagnose it The biological relationship between adrenal dysfunction and autoimmunity Ways to treat adrenal dysfunction from a conventional and integrative perspective Why the combination of adrenal dysfunction, autoimmunity, and thyroid dysfunction may be more prevalent in women Techniques for reducing chronic stress that leads to adrenal dysfunction and autoimmunity Pleasure and fun as an antidote to stress How Dr. Wentz’s four-week Adrenal Transformation Program works Show notes: [embedded content] Hey, everybody, Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. Adrenal fatigue is a topic that’s surrounded by misconceptions and misunderstanding. On one end of the spectrum, you have conventional doctors who insist...

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RHR: How Regenerative Grazing Supports Our Health and Our Ecosystem, with Ridge Shinn and Lynne Pledger

March 28, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: The environmental effects of regenerative grazing Why we should consider cattle a “keystone species” How regenerative grazing could increase farmable land and eliminate food insecurity The truth about how much water is necessary to raise cattle Why monocropping corn and soy is bad for the environment Ways cattle grazing restores native wildlife and vegetation Where carbon dioxide and methane emissions from cattle end up The ethical cost of consuming beef How to make regenerative grazing possible all year The real cost of healthy, nutrient-dense foods Show notes: [embedded content] Hey, everybody, Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. There are a lot of misconceptions about the environmental impact of meat. Certainly, meat that’s raised in a conventional agricultural factory environment can be extremely harmful for the environment,...

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RHR: Understanding the Connection Between What You Eat and How You Feel, with Dr. Will Cole

March 21, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: What is the gut–brain connection? How stress and shame can cause gut inflammation and sabotage your health How problems with the gut can often present themselves in the form of depression, anxiety, and other mental and behavioral disorders What metaphysical meals are and how that mindset can help you build parasympathetic resilience The importance of self-compassion How you can heal dysfunction using somatic practices such as forest bathing Show notes: Learn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle, or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needs If you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it here Follow Chris on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook Get your free LMNT Recharge Sample Pack when you purchase any LMNT product...

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Does erythritol increase the risk of heart attack and early death?

March 3, 2023
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You may have seen a rash of media headlines like this one from CNN News recently: Zero-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds These headlines are based on a study published in Nature Medicine called “The artificial sweetener erythritol and cardiovascular event risk.” Erythritol is a zero-calorie sweetener that is often used in low-carb and ketogenic diet products as a replacement for sugar. It’s popular amongst diabetics and others who are trying to limit their sugar and carbohydrate intake, so you can imagine the alarm this has caused in those communities. On the surface, the findings of the study are certainly concerning. Researchers measured levels of erythritol in the blood and found that those with higher serum erythritol levels had an increased risk of stroke, heart...

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RHR: How We Can Strengthen Our Gut-Immune System To Avoid or Recover From Viral Illness, with Dr. Robynne Chutkan

February 28, 2023
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In this episode, we discuss: The connection between the gut microbiome and our immune defense against viral pathogens How we can repair and strengthen our microbiome Why it’s important to focus on both the internal and external environment when it comes to the microbiome Ways we can use nutrition to improve our gut bacteria Why spending time outdoors is key for gut health How practicing mindfulness, meditation, and other stress management techniques helps the microbiome Show notes: [embedded content] Hey, everybody, Chris Kresser here. Welcome to another episode of Revolution Health Radio. Back in 2021, which was still pretty early in the pandemic, I started seeing some really interesting studies come out on the role of the microbiome in COVID-19 infection. The early research suggested that a disrupted gut microbiome may be a...

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