Podcast Summary
Exploring the benefits of being extra in health care and home furnishings: UnitedHealthcare's Health Protector Guard plans help manage health care costs, while Burrow's durable furniture offers long-lasting comfort. Reishi mushrooms and quercetin can enhance immune system and alleviate hay fever symptoms, and women's testosterone production is crucial for sex drive, brain function, and muscle strength.
Being a little extra, particularly when it comes to health care and home furnishings, can lead to significant benefits. In health care, UnitedHealthcare's Health Protector Guard fixed indemnity insurance plans can help manage out of pocket costs. Meanwhile, in home furnishings, Burrow's durable and weather-resistant furniture can provide long-lasting comfort. In the health realm, there's new research that reishi mushrooms can enhance the immune system and help alleviate hay fever symptoms. Quercetin, a polyphenol found in certain foods, can also help dampen down histamine production and reduce hay fever symptoms. A recent conversation with a natural health practitioner revealed that quercetin supplements can be just as effective as conventional antihistamines without the side effects. ### Testosterone's Importance for Women In last week's discussion, we learned about the importance of testosterone for women, which is often overlooked. Women naturally produce more testosterone in their ovaries than estrogen. This hormone is essential for sex drive and libido, but it also plays a crucial role in brain function, cognitive capabilities, memory capacity, muscle strength, and energy levels. Unfortunately, women start to lose testosterone from their thirties onwards, which can lead to various health issues. Stay tuned for more health and wellness tips, and don't forget to check out the Lizard Well-being website for the latest articles on these topics.
Menopause treatment access varies by region in UK, creating a postcode lottery situation: Advocate for equal access to hormone treatments for menopausal women and be aware of the health risks associated with high blood glucose levels and sugar consumption.
Access to necessary hormone treatments for women going through menopause in the UK varies greatly depending on the region, creating a postcode lottery situation. Only a few local Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) currently allow GPs to prescribe testosterone for women, despite its good safety record and efficacy. Doctor Zoey, a menopause expert, is advocating for change and encourages individuals to contact their local CCGs to push for this issue. In addition, doctor Assim Malhotra, a consultant cardiologist, shared concerning research on Instagram about the increased risk of death from COVID-19 for individuals with high blood glucose levels, even in those who are not diabetic. This risk is increased by consuming just one Krispy Kreme doughnut, for example. He advises anyone feeling unwell to immediately stop consuming sugar and refined carbs. These two pieces of information highlight the importance of advocacy for healthcare access and the impact of diet on overall health.
Maintaining optimal nutrition during illness reduces complications: Avoiding sugar and high glycemic index carbs during illness lowers risk of complications and death by reducing inflammation and insulin levels
During times of illness, including viral infections like COVID-19, maintaining optimal nutrition, particularly avoiding sugar and high glycemic index carbohydrates, is crucial for reducing the risk of complications and even death. The medical evidence shows that high blood glucose levels, which can be worsened by consuming sugar, trigger chronic inflammation within the body, activating the immune system and increasing the risk of complications. Furthermore, high insulin levels, which can result from consuming too much sugar, also act as pro-inflammatory and prothrombotic agents, exacerbating the negative effects on health. This message, emphasizing the importance of nutrition during illness, is not widely disseminated, but it could significantly improve health outcomes for those suffering from viral infections or other diseases.
High blood glucose levels increase COVID-19 risks: Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is crucial for COVID-19 patients as high glucose increases inflammation and clot risk. Eliminating sugars and high glycemic carbs can help manage these risks.
High blood glucose levels increase the risk of complications in COVID-19 patients, including increased inflammation and a higher risk of blood clots. These risks can be managed by reducing the consumption of sugars and high glycemic index carbohydrates. A patient who had managed to put her type 2 diabetes into remission by eliminating these foods reported that she experienced less severe symptoms when she contracted COVID-19. This underscores the importance of maintaining healthy blood sugar levels, especially in the context of the high sugar and refined carbohydrate consumption prevalent in many populations.
Affordable wireless, telemedicine, and socially conscious businesses: Smaller companies offer affordable options, telemedicine provides convenient healthcare access, socially conscious businesses make a difference with every purchase
While big wireless companies can raise prices due to inflation, smaller companies like Mint Mobile are able to offer more affordable options. For example, Mint Mobile is currently reducing the price of their unlimited plan from $30 to $15 per month. Meanwhile, telemedicine platforms like PlushCare offer convenient access to healthcare professionals who can prescribe weight loss medications. Companies like Bombas are making a difference by donating items to those in need every time a purchase is made. In the world of furniture, Burrows prioritizes customer needs with easy assembly, new colors, and fast free shipping. However, it's important to note that bringing food to hospitals or sick individuals may not be the best idea due to a lack of knowledge about the impact of food on health. Modern medicine can certainly help manage complications, but diet also plays a significant role in improving health markers rapidly. It's crucial to understand the importance of both good nutrition and modern medical treatments for optimal health.
Doctors' Lack of Nutrition Knowledge Pose Risks in COVID-19 Pandemic: Doctors' limited knowledge about nutrition can have serious consequences during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially for those with metabolic syndrome in countries like India, where the diet is poor in nutrients and high in sugar and refined carbs. A healthy diet can help mitigate some risks.
There is a significant knowledge gap between doctors and nutrition, particularly when it comes to identifying specific foods and understanding their health benefits. For instance, only one in three doctors in the US could identify what an oily fish is. This lack of knowledge can have serious consequences, especially in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In India, where metabolic syndrome, a condition related to excess body fat, is prevalent among one in three adults, and the diet is poor in nutrients and high in sugar and refined carbohydrates, COVID-19 is exploiting this situation, causing considerable damage, particularly among those with metabolic syndrome. The virus is more lethal for older adults and this particular strain is more contagious, leading to its rapid spread. However, it's essential to note that there is good news. People should be reassured that this virus is more lethal than the flu virus for certain risk groups, and understanding the importance of a healthy diet, particularly for those with metabolic syndrome, can help mitigate some of the risks associated with COVID-19.
Discussing COVID-19 vaccines and heart health: COVID-19 vaccines protect from serious illness, address sugar's impact on heart health, dietary fat doesn't cause heart disease, and consider healthier alternatives for rewards or fundraising.
The vaccines currently available for COVID-19 are likely to protect individuals from serious illness caused by the virus. Dr. Assim also emphasized the importance of addressing sugar's impact on heart health, stating that there is a clear connection between the two. Contrary to popular belief, dietary fat does not cause heart disease. These topics will be explored further in upcoming discussions. It's worth noting that the promotion of sugary treats for healthcare rewards or fundraising might not align with efforts to support overall health and well-being. In the meantime, individuals can consider healthier alternatives, such as a low-sugar matcha muffin recipe, which can be found on the L'Oreal Well-being website. The conversation also touched upon the importance of evidence-based information and the potential influence of powerful industries, such as food and pharmaceuticals, on public health messaging.
Seeking Expert Nutritional Advice: Report concerns to regulatory bodies, consult experts like nutritionists and personal trainers, and stay informed about new research for optimal health and well-being.
It's important to approach nutritional advice from various sources, especially when it comes to new or specific nutrients. GPs may not have extensive nutritional training, so seeking advice from experts in the field, such as nutritionists and personal trainers, can be beneficial. Additionally, it's crucial to report any concerns or issues regarding medications or supplements to the appropriate regulatory bodies, such as the MHRA, and to fill out the yellow card app to provide valuable information for investigations. The discussion also highlighted the importance of staying informed about new research and discoveries related to well-being, especially in the context of menopause and hormonal therapies. Overall, the podcast emphasized the importance of being proactive in managing one's health and well-being, and seeking out reliable sources of information and advice.
Listener Praise and Show Sponsors: Appreciative listener shares praise for informative, interesting, and well-researched content. Check out website for resources and sign up for free newsletter with exclusive offers and competition to win a LED face mask. Sponsored messages from 1800flowers.com and Boll and Branch, offering gifts and organic cotton sheets.
The podcast episode featured positive feedback from a listener named Pipps, expressing appreciation for the informative, interesting, and well-researched content. The host then reminded listeners to check out the website, lizarlwellbeing.com, for resources on food, fitness, weight loss, menopause, and gut health, and encouraged signing up for the free weekly newsletter with exclusive offers and a competition to win an expensive LED face mask. Additionally, the episode featured sponsor messages from 1800flowers.com, promoting their love and care put into gift-giving, and Boll and Branch, offering organic cotton sheets that get softer with every wash. Lastly, Daniel from Pretty Litter shared the importance of monitoring cat health with their color-changing litter, Pretty Litter, and offered a discount for new customers.
