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The science of healthy eating broken down... in bite-size pieces. Myth-busting. Fact-checking.Tasty, healthy food doesn't need to be complicated. Whether mediterranean, omnivore, pescaterian, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low carb or high carb, healthy nutrition can be simple and fun.Nutrition Made Simple and Dr. Carvalho have no sponsors, affiliate deals or any ties to pharmaceutical or any other industry. Our content is fully independent.All business inquiries please note: Our policy is to eschew all for-profit arrangements (sponsorships, affiliate deals, discount codes etc). We are unable to partner with any brands or products. We hope you understand. Remaining independent and...

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How to start eating healthier TODAY (Key Mindset Shift)
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Today at 5:32 PM

How to start eating healthier TODAY (Key Mindset Shift)
Today we cover a key mindset shift to start eating healthier today.

References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26429077
https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/185/5/345/2981960

Image credit: NeONBRAND on Unsplash

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Doctor Fact-checks Andrew Huberman´s Most Controversial Health Claims
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Today at 5:00 PM

Huberman Lab´s views Examined. Testosterone, Caffeine, Cold Plunges,
Dopamine, AG1

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References:
Fadogia & Testosterone:
https://consensus.app/search/fadogia-agrestis-safety-and-toxicity/ZpZgTIjCRpi4ZtwiDn-ixQ/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378874107005296

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16281088/

Caffeine https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10930107/
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-98376-z
h...


Professional scientist answers nutrition questions
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Today at 4:35 PM

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References:
The Ian Cramer Podcast:
http://iancramerpodcast.libsyn.com/icp-76-dr-gil-carvalho-md-phd-the-pillars-of-evidence-that-form-our-nutritional-recommendations

Videos on protein and amino acids:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qndZ8_6vTk&list=PLxyjOraXh0-l2CIhstcvQPEKP8y2a4u6e

Videos on cholesterol and saturated fat:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37GhLK80MzM&list=PLxyjOraXh0-kCtqVTBwG6FRQqwemQ5Gba

SFA and CVD: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26429077

HDL ('good cholesterol') doesn't lower risk of heart disease:
...


Butter vs Vegetable Oil, effect on DEATH | Brand New Study
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Today at 4:00 PM

New study pits butter against vegetable oils like olive, canola or soybean and reports risk of death. Media headlines went wild, but what's the actual science?

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References:
New study:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2831265

Fats used to cook in 0.5M people:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12916-021-01961-2

Food frequency questionnaire:
https://biolincc.nhlbi.nih.gov/media/studies/framoffspring/Forms/Exam%203%20Food%20Frequency%20...


Eat healthy | Step-by-step (Part 2) - Whole Grain Foods
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Today at 3:37 PM

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References:
Whole grains affect cholesterol, glucose levels, risk of disease:
https://academic.oup.com/jn/article/142/7/1304/4743493
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(18)31809-9/fulltext

1 serving of whole grains (~1/2 cup cooked = ~120g) associated with ~25% lower risk of all-cause mortality (NOTE: the paper defines 1 serving as 30g, which is associated with 8% reduction in risk, but as per the USDA 1 serving=1/2 cup cooked, e.g. brown rice, which amounts to ~100-120g, which is associated with a 25% risk reduction)<...


Cavemen ate cereals?! (and what that means for us!)
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Today at 3:00 PM

New findings show Neanderthals ate abundant starch and grains. Are ancestor diets useful for our food decisions? Should we eat like our ancestors?

New fossil findings on ancestor diets. We have this visual of cavemen hunting wooly mammoth and eating large chunks of meat around a fire. But new Neanderthal fossils and
“analysis of their dental tartar (hardened plaque) reveal a varied diet, rich in cereals, which may have contributed to brain growth”

new study of Neanderthal fossils also examined their teeth, “hominid oral microbiome by analyzing dental biofilms”. so dead oral bacteria stuck to their...


Mediterranean diet vs Vegan? Which one’s better?
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Today at 2:40 PM

Mediterranean diet vs Vegan diet. New study compares Mediterranean diet to a low fat vegan diet. A look at the features of the Mediterranean diet and how it compares to a vegan diet for weight loss and metabolic health.

Mediterranean diet or vegan? Which one’s better?
new clinical trial compared a Mediterranean diet to a low fat vegan diet
Both are rich in fruits and vegetables. study: “Mediterranean and vegan diets are variations on a theme: one favors plant-based foods; the other consists of plant products exclusively”
low fat vegan was mostly whole foods...


3 Delicious Healthy Snacks
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Today at 2:00 PM

Snacks don't have to be unhealthy to be tasty. Let's look at some examples of delicious & health-promoting snacks.

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References:
more snack ideas: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/dietitians-share-favorite-plant-based-230100260/photo-p-apple-nachos-winning-snack-230100204.html

soy and cholesterol:
https://academic.oup.com/jn/article-abstract/125/suppl_3/598S/4730884
https://academic.oup.com/jn/article-abstract/125/suppl_3/594S/4774174
https...


How to reduce Arsenic in rice
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Today at 1:42 PM

A method to reduce arsenic in rice. Rice accumulates arsenic during cultivation. A new study reports a cooking method cutting arsenic in rice by 2-4x.

A common concern with rice is the arsenic content. Arsenic occurs naturally in soil and water but gets concentrated 10X in rice.

Is there a way to reduce arsenic, to get rid of arsenic from rice?

Washing/soaking reduces arsenic but only in white rice, and it also removes nutrients. Cooking rice in an excess of water and discarding eliminates arsenic and also nutrients. Boiling in less...


8 Foods That Actually Fix Your Gut (Not Probiotics)
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Today at 1:00 PM

8 Foods I Eat as a Doctor for Gut Health

full IBS video: https://youtu.be/FdQexSS0lOg

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References:
Prunes https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/apt.12913
Stanford trial https://med.stanford.edu/nutrition/research/completed-studies/fefifo.html

Kefir
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007...


Keto vs Vegan Health Benefits | A Scientist's View
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Today at 12:45 PM

Keto vs Vegan: Health Benefits. A recent study compared Keto and Vegan diets and looked at health benefits and weight loss. Let's discuss the health impact of Keto and Vegan and what the new study tells us about nutrition and health.

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References:
https://osf.io/preprints/nutrixiv/rdjfb/
https://www.lipidjournal.com/article/S1933-2874(19)30267...


Are the Dietary Guidelines making us all fat and sick?!
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Today at 12:12 PM

We have an epidemic of obesity and type 2 diabetes on our hands. Are the Dietary Guidelines responsible? Is it time to try something else? What needs to change to address this urgent problem?

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References:
1-https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-statistics/overweight-obesity
2-https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/statistics/slides/long_term_trends.pdf
3-https://www.ncbi...


Carbs or fat? Which is the enemy?
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Today at 12:00 PM

Low carb or low fat? Countless fads and nutrition experts later, people are more confused than ever. Today we tackle this issue and clarify some misconceptions.


Healthy Carrot Cake recipe (adapted from http://www.healthyeatingprogram.info/www.harmonizedcookery.com//2016/06/whole-food-carrot-cake.html and https://plantbasedcookingshow.com/2018/05/07/refined-sugar-oil-and-gluten-free-vegan-carrot-cake/ to make it even healthier):
You will need:
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup almonds
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup dates, pitted
• 1/4 cup whole grain flour (oat or your choice)
• 1/2 teaspoon each: cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg
• 1 1/2 cups carrots, grated

Frosting
1...


Saturated Fat Misinformation Spread by MAHA
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Today at 11:47 AM

FDA Commissioner Dr Marty Makary talks about research he hasn´t read.

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References:
https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD011737.pub3/full
https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/pdf/10.1161/01.ATV.9.1.129
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27071971/

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#1 Workout to CRUSH Visceral Fat
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Today at 11:00 AM

Best workouts to CRUSH visceral fat according to science.

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References:
https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/20/3/385/22179/Mobilization-of-Visceral-Adipose-Tissue-Related-to
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/obr.12406
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1467-789X.2011.00931.x
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10624584/
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-017-0807-y
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10423480/

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How well do you know your food? *Game show!!*
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Today at 10:50 AM

Let’s test our knowledge of nutrition. It’s time for *Food Quiz*!!.

References:
Calcium bioavailability:
https://sci-hub.tw/https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0889157504000377


Disclaimer: The Information in this video is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor to replace medical care. The information presented herein is accurate to the best of the author's knowledge as of the time of posting. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding any medical condition. Neve...


Does frozen food lose nutrition? Fresh vs Frozen
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Today at 10:00 AM

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References:
fresh vs refrigerated vs frozen produce study:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889157517300418

we have this general idea that Frozen food is less good.

this study looks at produce, fresh vs frozen

In most comparisons, there was no difference btw fresh and frozen although in some nutrients...


Doctor weighs in on the Carnivore diet
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Today at 9:52 AM

Benefits & Concerns of the Carnivore diet

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Best weight loss diet (science-backed!!!)
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Today at 9:00 AM

Whats more important for weight loss: diet or exercise?
Is there a healthy way to lose weight and keep it off?
Discover the best weight loss diet known to science and the healthiest way to lose that extra weight and keep it off.

References:
https://www.bmj.com/content/346/bmj.f2907.abstract
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1454084
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2557003
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs11002-014-9301-6#page-1

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Doctor reacts to the "Sugar Diet"
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Today at 8:55 AM

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References:
Original video:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FADD9y9tdgA

meta-analysis:
https://www.gastrojournal.org/article/S0016-5085(17)30152-X/fulltext

Kempner´s rice diet:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14771097/

FGF21: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212877816302617

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How to make Vegan Cheese | Cashew Cheese
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Today at 8:00 AM

How to make vegan cheese. An easy recipe for delicious vegan cashew cheese. I've always wondered how to make vegan cheese so here we go! :)

VEGAN CASHEW CHEESE
1 cup raw cashews
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp garlic powder (or to taste)
lemon zest (0.5 medium lemon)
lemon juice (1 medium lemon)
~1/4 cup water
1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
salt to taste (optional)
1 Tbsp olive oil (optional)

Instructions:
Place cashews in a bowl and cover with cool water. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (~12h). If you can’t get to...


Banana is DESTROYING your smoothies? Scientist Fact-Checks | Fact or Fad?
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Today at 7:57 AM

Supposedly, banana makes smoothies less healthy... Is this fact or fad?

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References:
https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/2023/fo/d3fo01599h

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If YOU Have Probiotics, You NEED To Stop!
Today at 7:00 AM

For most people Probiotic Supplements are a waste of money and can actually cause harm.

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References:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7572142/
Individual variation
https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(18)31102-4
Probiotics Can cause harm
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article...


The Common Pill That Raises your Risk of Diabetes (And How to Avoid it)
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Today at 7:00 AM

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References:
Statins lower heart attacks, strokes, death:
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(12)60367-5/fulltext

benefits vs risk of diabetes:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3774022/

Pitavastatin
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/17512433.2024.2433603

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Are Scientists *WRONG* about fiber?
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Today at 6:02 AM

Study shows constipated patients report improvements after REDUCING fiber (!!!). Have we been lied to all along?

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References:
Case-series:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3435786/

Dyssynergic defecation & biofeedback therapy:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4087765/

Other related videos:
IBS: https://youtu.be/FdQexSS0lOg
Overcoming IBS: https://youtu.be/8ulyGr2JYww

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Human canines and dietary choices | #Keep’n it simple
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Today at 6:00 AM

Humans have canines. Does that mean our ancestors were carnivores? Does that mean we are?

The teeth debates are all over the internet. e.g. regarding the Paleo diet. Some argue our teeth shape means our ancestors ate ABC and because of that we have to eat XYZ.

Some say canines mean we evolved eating meat, others say this our canines are pathetic and some herbivores have canines.

Does it matter?

Mortality and life expectancy of our ancestors:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3029716/#!po=20.5882

...


How to stick to a healthy diet: 3 Strategies
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Today at 5:05 AM

How to stick to a diet long term? We struggle to stick to new dietary habits and think willpower is the key. Yet sticking with your diet has relatively little to do with willpower: research indicates it plays a minor role, whereas common, fixable issues underlie most people’s difficulties in sticking with a healthier diet. This video covers the top 5 issues people report when trying to stick to a diet, as well as 3 major strategies to rectify those issues and increase our odds of success.

80% relapse:
https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/82/1/222S/4863393

St...


Scientist Reacts to the most Dangerous Wellness Fads
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Today at 5:00 AM

Coffee enemas, raw meat/milk, Sun-staring or drinking urine. The craziest practices on the Internet reviewed with a scientific eye

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References:
coffee enema:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32899046/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22249393/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3603218/

Sun gazing:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1041624/

Nyquil:
https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/you-overdose-nyquil-3566161/
https://www.fda...


Intermittent Fasting vs Time Restricted Feeding | Health Benefits
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Today at 4:07 AM

Intermittent Fasting vs Time Restricted Feeding. What are the health benefits of Intermittent Fasting and Time Restricted Feeding? Does meal timing impact our health? An objective look at the research on health benefits of Time Restricted feeding and how it compares with Intermittent Fasting in general.

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Time restricted feeding is a type of intermittent fasting where you eat within a time window. The most...


THE Best Exercise for Lowering Blood Pressure
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Today at 4:00 AM

A brand new study compared 5 different types of exercise for lowering blood pressure. The results are surprising.

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References:
https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2023/07/02/bjsports-2022-106503.info

full text access: https://repository.canterbury.ac.uk/download/4f01f6b7cb2edef4d2d28dbaa9d2e647a5fcea9b0af61fe227b94534427715ea/228938/Final%20Manuscript.pdf

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How to debunk diet fads and myths and find the TRUTH about nutrition!! (once and for all)
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Today at 3:10 AM

Headlines and TV pieces love to cite “a new scientific study”. But how accurate are these reports? Learn how to find and access the science directly and discover the tools used by professional scientists to mine the Internet for crucial information you can use to fact-check articles and advice.

Google scholar: https://scholar.google.com/
Sci-hub: https://sci-hub.tw/
Thumbnail image: https://www.freestock.com/free-photos/woman-pushing-wall-isolated-white-background-73145395


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How to start eating healthier | STEP-BY-STEP (Part 1)
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Today at 3:00 AM

Want to know how to eat healthier but not sure where to start? You're not alone. In this series I'll break down a simple, step-by-step, science-based process to clean up your diet and start eating healthy.

Eating healthy is not as difficult as you think you have the right tools.

In this video I cover step 1 of How to start eating healthier.

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References:
not enough fruit is #1 dietary risk factor for disease in the US https://www...


Is Inflammation the "real cause" of Heart Disease? | Prof. Kausik Ray
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Today at 2:12 AM

What role does inflammation play in heart disease, plaque growth and risk of heart attacks? If we keep inflammation in check, is that enough to keep our heart disease risk down? Is inflammation the "real cause" of heart disease or one factor among many?

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References:
1-https://academic.oup.com...


The Mediterranean Diet and Risk of Death
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Today at 2:12 AM

What effect does the Mediterranean Diet have on risk of death? A new analysis compares 7 diets and their effect on mortality and cardiovascular health. How did the Mediterranean diet compare with Low fat, low sodium etc?

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References:
1-https://www.bmj.com/content/380/bmj-2022-072003
2-https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/01.CIR.103.13.1823
3-https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056...


How to separate fact from fad | Good sources
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Today at 2:00 AM

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Top Cardiologist Explains Surprising Cholesterol and Death Link
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Today at 1:15 AM

People with LOW cholesterol tend to die more (!). Heart Disease expert explains.

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References:
Chronic disease lowers cholesterol:
https://journals.lww.com/co-lipidology/abstract/2018/08000/acquired_low_cholesterol__diagnosis_and_relevance.8.aspx

26 randomized trials: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(10)61350-5/fulltext

Adjusting for malnutrition:
https://www.clinicalnutritionjournal.com/action/showPdf?pii=S0261-5614%2822%2900037-1

Genetics:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2814089
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Does Creatine cause Hair Loss?!? A Look at the Science
Does Creatine cause Hair Loss?!? A Look at the Science episode artwork
Today at 1:00 AM

A recent new trial tested the effect of Creatine on Hair Loss. Here´s what they found.

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References:
2009 Rugby trial:
https://journals.lww.com/cjsportsmed/abstract/2009/09000/three_weeks_of_creatine_monohydrate.9.aspx

2021 FAQ paper:
https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1186/s12970-021-00412-w.pdf

2025 trial:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12020143/

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Can Cholesterol be too low?!
Can Cholesterol be too low?! episode artwork
Today at 12:17 AM

Can our cholesterol levels be too low? Do we need cholesterol? Does our body produce all the cholesterol we need?

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References:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-truth-about-cholesterol-with-gil-carvalho-md-phd-ep-72/id1451308876?i=1000489800171

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The truth about Gluten | Celiac Disease, NCGS
The truth about Gluten | Celiac Disease, NCGS episode artwork
Today at 12:00 AM

Is gluten bad for us? A look at Celiac Disease, gluten intolerance and grains.

gluten free: is gluten that bad for us?

what IS gluten? gluten is not a carbohydrate, its a group of proteins. some of us are gluten intolerant. e.g. celiac disease

ppl with celiac disease need to avoid gluten

celiac disease: ~1% of us. typical GI symptoms: abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating, gas

celiacs often have non gastrointestinal symptoms (headaches, numbness or skin rash)

if you suspect celiac disease, get tested. treatment for celiac disease...


Scientist breaks down Beyond and Impossible Burger
Scientist breaks down Beyond and Impossible Burger episode artwork
Yesterday at 11:20 PM

Beyond Meat and the Impossible Burger have taken the food industry by storm. Are they healthier options? I break down the Beyond and the Impossible Burgers and look at their health risks compared to a regular beef patty.

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References:
Univ Michigan study: http://css.umich.edu/publication/beyond-meats-beyond-burger-life-cycle-assessment-detailed-comparison-between-plant-based

Red meat & pollution:
https://www.thelancet.com/pdfs/journals/lancet/PIIS0140-6736%2818%2931788-4.pdf
https://www.pnas.org/content...