Lessons From The Rabbit Hole
John discusses what he learned during his time down the "health and wellness" rabbit hole.
On this page
The Future of Food Sensitivity Testing, Curing IBS, Rethinking Gluten Free Diets, and the Genetics of Coffee Metabolism with Dr. Joel Evans, M.D.
enJuly 31, 2019
About this Episode
Food sensitivity testing is a controversial topic. Even among our team here at Gene Food there is disagreement, with some doubting the science behind the standard IgG panels and others swearing by them as an essential tool for healing autoimmune disease. However, debates notwithstanding, there can be no doubt that most IgG food tests on the market today register false positives with the result being overwhelmed consumers staring at a list of 20-30 foods that are now "off limits." Our guest today is hoping to help change all that by making food sensitivity testing more accurate. Joel Evans, M.D. is one of the leaders of the integrative health movement. He is a board certified OB/GYN and international lecturer, is the Founder and Director of The Center for Functional Medicine, where he practices integrative functional gynecology.
Dr. Evans was honored to speak at the United Nations in March 2013 on the topic of Prenatal Origins of Violence, and he now serves as UN Representative and Chief Medical Advisor for OMAEP – World Organization of Prenatal Education Associations. In addition to his integrative practice, Dr. Evans serves as medical director for KBMO Diagnostics, a company that is producing the 2.0 version of IgG food sensitivity tests. KBMO has introduced new technology aimed at not only finding foods that register an IgG response, but that also cause inflammation which can damage gut health. In today's episode, we learn about the new scientific developments aimed at increasing the reliability of IgG tests, we discuss a promising study Dr. Evans did on patients with IBS, when gluten free diets aren't necessary, the health benefits of coffee, how food sensitivity can affect the development of our children and much more.
Recent Episodes from The GeneFood Podcast
Infants Before iPhones, Parental "Set and Setting," and the Histamine Bucket With John O'Connor
Although it isn't often talked about, one of the biggest health challenges adults face is the arrival of a newborn baby. In this episode of the Podcast, John discusses strategies he's cooking up to make the arrival of his new daughter as smooth as possible, including the habits he's planning on changing to make room for a new baby. Notably, we discuss whether using a smart phone and caring for an infant match well.
Also explored is the concept of parental "set and setting." Usually described in the context of hallucinogenic drugs, mindset (set) and setting (physical location) would seem to play a big role in the success of new parents, and especially their moods. We explore parental set and setting against the backdrop of a quote by Robert Pirsig in the famous novel, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance:
"Physical discomfort is important only when the mood is wrong. Then you fasten on to whatever thing is uncomfortable and call that the cause. But if the mood is right, then physical discomfort doesn't mean much."
Podcast listeners can get a 15% discount on custom nutrition plans with the code PODCASTGF. Thanks for listening!
Using Whole Foods to Control Inflammation and Support Methylation with Amanda Archibald, RD
Most of the conversations surrounding MTHFR and methylation focus on supplements. In today's episode, we spoke with Amanda Archibald, RD from The Genomic Kitchen about her whole foods approach to personalized nutrition and, specifically, methylation.
Podcast listeners can get 15% off a custom nutrition plan with code PODCASTGF.
Orthorexia, Clean Keto, PPARA genes, Cholesterol Hyper-Responders, and More With Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD
Many of us have found great benefit in building a personalized health regimen, but how much health and wellness information is too much?
Should we tune into nutrition conversations, like this one, only for as long as we need to to learn what works for us, or is there a benefit to continually staying on the "cutting edge?"
In today's show, we discuss Orthorexia, a condition defined by unhealthy obsessions with health and wellness, and specifically food. People suffering from orthorexia take clean eating too far, transitioning a healthy instinct into an unhealthy obsession.
Later in the show, we also discuss ketogenic diets, and specifically, Kristin's recent TODAY show article on going keto in a clean, sustainable way.
Podcast listeners can get 15% off a custom nutrition plan with code PODCASTGF.
Fasting Mimicking Diets, Cancer Prevention, Autophagy, and Reviewing Prolon with Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD
There are a million fasting protocols out there, but some have better research behind them than others.
Dr. Valter Longo, head of longevity at the University of Southern California, is a giant of gerontology and cancer research. His fasting protocol, called the fasting mimicking diet, is designed to help "everyday Joes" safely implement a 5 day fasting protocol from the comfort of home.
In this episode of the podcast, John and Kristin discuss John's recent experience with Dr. Longo's fasting mimicking diet plus the purported benefits, which include cellular regeneration, cancer prevention, and the regeneration of stem cells.
Choosing an Omega 3 Supplement, Dirty Cannabis, Beef Censorship and More with Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD
In today’s episode, we discuss how to find high quality omega 3 supplements in light of research which shows that many fish oil products contain oxidized fats, label inaccuracies, and even saturated fats. Other topics include a new crackdown on beef recipes and the surprising problems with the carbon footprint of the cannabis industry.
The Alcohol Show: Mezcal vs. Red Wine, Resveratrol, Biodynamic vs. Organic, Sulfates, Portion Control and More With Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD
Many of us had that “occasional” cocktail with a little more frequency during the past year. There is no doubt that alcohol is fun, but is it healthy? It's unlikely that alcohol carries many tangible health benefits, but as with most things, the dose makes the poison. Is a nightly glass of wine with dinner truly deleterious to health, or a harmless vice? Does drinking red wine carry any health benefits? What about additives in wine? Is Mezcal the healthiest alcohol on the planet when consumed in moderation?
In this episode of the podcast, we discuss all things social drinking. We dive into topics ranging from our favorite drinks, to the best and most sustainable cultivation methods, to the potential pitfalls of alcohol as a staple in your diet. Cheers, and if you're going to drink, please do so responsibly!
The Meat Debates: Meatless Schools, Human Eating UFOs, and the CAFO Dilemma with Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD
Is eating meat healthy? If so, how much should we consume? Should kids eat meat at school? Is it ethical to eat meat raised in concentrated animal feeding operations, otherwise known as CAFOs?
Of all the heated disagreements in the diet wars, the meat debate is probably the biggest and most intense. Even state governments have gotten into the fray, with Colorado and Nebraska creating their own meat free and meat celebration days respectively.
In today's episode of the podcast, we discuss the move towards meatless school lunches in cities like Lyon, France, the health impact of eating meat, and how alien nations might view our treatment of the animals we raise for food were they to colonize Earth at a future time. Enjoy!
Intermittent Fasting: Does Skipping Breakfast Increase Disease Risk? With Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD
With the purported health benefits ranging from greater mental clarity, to cardiovascular health, and even longer life, fasting is all the rage these days. Intermittent fasting, or time restricted eating, is one method of fasting commonly used as way to get started with a fasting regimen, but can intermittent fasting be done wrong? How much fasting is too much? And what about the studies which link skipping breakfast to an increased risk for several illnesses, including cardiovascular disease and cancer?
In this episode of the podcast, John and Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD, Chief Nutrition Officer at Gene Food, discuss the latest research on intermittent fasting as well as how best to craft an intermittent fasting regimen suited to your lifestyle.
Omega 3 and Mental Health, Nutritional Psychology, the Protein Ammonia Link, Lectin, Mycotoxins and More With Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD
Many of us know firsthand that there is a significant link between the foods we eat and our mental health. Whether it's a food sensitivity, nutrient deficiency, or just loading up on too much of a good thing, a growing body of scientific data teaches us that food and mood are connected. The field of nutritional psychology explores how nutritional inputs change symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other common problems we face in our fast paced lives. In today's show, we are joined by Gene Food's Chief Nutrition Officer, Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD, to discuss the latest research on eating for mental health. Of particular interest to many of our listeners will be research on omega 3 intake for the treatment of depression, as well as how the microbiome shapes the chemistry of our brains.