Podcast Summary
Our gut health affects skin health: Consuming foods not suited for our bodies can lead to skin issues, try removing grains, beans, and certain types of milk for potential improvement.
The state of our skin can be an indicator of what's happening in our gut. The speaker shares his personal experience of developing a rash, which he believes was caused by something he was eating despite maintaining a strict diet. He explains that the inside lining of our gut functions similarly to our skin, allowing necessary nutrients in while keeping harmful substances out. However, this process can lead to issues when we consume foods that are not evolutionarily suited for our bodies, such as grains, beans, and certain types of milk. These foods contain anti-nutrients that can cause harm and contribute to health problems, including skin issues. The speaker suggests removing these foods from one's diet as a first step in the process of repair. Additionally, he mentions that certain foods in the nightshade family, such as potatoes, eggplant, and tomatoes, contain lectins that can cause problems if not prepared properly. By being mindful of what we eat and how it affects our gut, we can potentially improve our overall health and the appearance of our skin.
Hidden health impacts of foods: lectins and antibiotics: Consuming foods with lectins and antibiotics residues can negatively impact our health by harming the microbiome and contributing to leaky gut, allowing harmful substances to enter our bodies.
The foods we consume, including animal meats, can have hidden health impacts due to the presence of lectins and the use of antibiotics in their production. For instance, rice has been consumed with the hull removed for thousands of years, despite brown rice being more nutritious. Similarly, the idea that whole grains are good for us is a relatively modern one, perpetuated by individuals like Dr. Burkitt who mistakenly believed that fiber was the key to preventing diseases like colon cancer. However, Dr. Burkitt himself died of colon cancer. Regarding animal meats, antibiotics are commonly used to make animals grow faster, and these residual antibiotics end up in the meat we consume. These micro doses of antibiotics can harm our microbiome and contribute to leaky gut, allowing lectins and other harmful substances to enter our bodies. A recent study even found that lectins from soybeans can be found in the meat of animals fed soy. It's important to be aware of these hidden health risks and make informed choices about the foods we consume.
Food Production Changes and Their Health Implications: Understanding the impact of modern food production methods on health, such as the presence of lectins in 'organic free range' chickens and the unique sugar molecule in red meat, is crucial for making informed choices. Entrepreneurs can also benefit from utilizing advanced technology and platforms like Shopify to stay competitive.
Our food production methods have significantly changed over the years, leading to unexpected health implications. For instance, the current definition of "organic free range chicken" allows for chickens to be kept in warehouses with open doors for minimal time, meaning they consume large amounts of corn and soybeans. This results in the chickens absorbing lectins from these plants, which can negatively impact human health. Additionally, red meat, particularly from pigs, cows, and lambs, contains a sugar molecule (Neu5gc) that is different from the one in humans (Neu5ac). This molecule can contribute to higher rates of coronary artery disease and cancer in red meat consumers. Furthermore, the competition in business has intensified, making it crucial for entrepreneurs to leverage advanced technology and platforms like Shopify to stay ahead. In essence, being aware of these food production changes and using the right tools for business growth can significantly impact our health and entrepreneurial success.
Protect your personal data and prioritize health: Sign up for Shopify trial, control data with DeleteMe, consume wild fish, limit animal protein, practice intermittent fasting
Protecting your personal data and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are important steps for individuals. For personal data, consider signing up for a trial period at Shopify.com/impact to grow your business, and take control of your data by using DeleteMe to remove your information from data brokers and people search sites. For health, focus on consuming wild fish or shellfish as your main source of animal protein, and limit your intake of animal protein to lower insulin-like growth factor levels, which is associated with longevity. Additionally, practicing intermittent fasting by restricting calorie intake to a specific window each day can help spread out your calorie intake and potentially extend your lifespan.
Focus on incorporating olive oil into your diet for optimal health: Incorporating olive oil into meals can improve overall health, particularly for those dealing with insulin resistance, autoimmune issues, and joint pain. Try using a liter of olive oil per week as suggested in the Mediterranean diet.
For optimal health, focusing on getting olive oil into your diet is crucial. This can be achieved by using olive oil to cook or dress salads and vegetables. The Mediterranean diet, as practiced in the blue zones, suggests consuming a liter of olive oil per week. While this may seem excessive, research shows that olive oil does not produce harmful compounds when cooked at moderate temperatures. Therefore, incorporating olive oil into your meals can help improve overall health, particularly for those dealing with insulin resistance, autoimmune issues, and joint pain. Additionally, incorporating cruciferous vegetables, tubers, and vegetables in the chicory family can provide further health benefits. These foods are not only rich in essential nutrients but also help support gut health. Overall, the key is to focus on consuming whole, nutrient-dense foods, particularly those rich in healthy fats like olive oil, to promote optimal health and well-being.
Factors affecting gut health and causing a leaky gut: Consuming lectins and an imbalance in gut microbiome due to high saturated fats, sugars, antibiotics, and glyphosate lead to toxic LPSs, causing gut inflammation and damage. MCTs may be a better option for maintaining gut health as they do not require Chylomicrons for transport and do not enter the lymphatic system where LPSs hitchhike.
The breakdown of the gut junction, which leads to various health issues, is caused by a combination of factors. These include the consumption of lectins from plants and an imbalance in the gut microbiome due to a diet high in saturated fats, sugars, and other harmful substances like antibiotics and glyphosate. These factors lead to the production and release of toxic LPSs, which can cause inflammation and damage to the gut lining even without a leaky gut. The integrity of the microbiome is crucial for maintaining gut health, and various factors can compromise it. While high-fat, low-carb diets have been successful for some individuals, including the speaker, the type of fat consumed is also important. Most fats, including olive oil, are transported across the gut wall using carriers called Chylomicrons, which LPSs can hitchhike on. However, medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are unique in that they do not require Chylomicrons for transport and do not enter the lymphatic system where Chylomicrons go. Therefore, MCTs may be a better option for maintaining gut health. Overall, it's essential to be mindful of the factors that can compromise gut health and take steps to maintain a healthy microbiome and minimize the intake of harmful substances.
Impact of Certain Fats on Gut Microbiome: Saturated animal fats feed harmful bacteria, causing inflammation. MCTs from coconut oil bypass gut bacteria and reach liver for ketone production. Diverse microbiome is vital for health, and a varied intake of plant fibers as prebiotics helps maintain it.
Certain fats, particularly saturated animal fats, can contribute to health issues due to their impact on the gut microbiome. Specifically, these fats feed harmful bacteria that produce lipopolysaccharides (LPS), which can lead to inflammation. On the other hand, MCTs, a type of fat found in coconut oil, go directly to the liver and tell it to produce ketones. A diverse microbiome is crucial for good health, and the Western diet often leads to a non-diverse microbiome. Postbiotics, created when bacteria ferment prebiotic fibers, play a role in communicating with mitochondria, and are essential for optimal health. A carnivore diet, while effective for some, may trap individuals due to changes in their microbiome. To maintain a healthy microbiome, it's essential to consume a variety of plant fibers as prebiotics.
Gut bacteria communicate with our cells through gases and short chain fatty acids: Discovering the 'trans kingdom language' between gut bacteria and cells influences health, challenging reliance on statin drugs and opening new avenues for disease prevention
Our gut bacteria communicate with our cells through gases and short chain fatty acids, influencing various bodily functions such as energy production and disease prevention. This discovery, known as a "trans kingdom language," has won the Nobel Prize for medicine. For instance, the right amount of hydrogen sulfide produced by our microbiome can prevent atherosclerotic disease despite high cholesterol levels. Conversely, a lack of this signal can lead to plaque formation. This groundbreaking research challenges the reliance on statin drugs and opens up new avenues for understanding and improving health. The man who inspired this speaker's career, Big Ed, was once deemed inoperable due to extensive plaque buildup in his blood vessels. However, after following a diet and taking supplements, he saw significant improvement in just six months, demonstrating the potential of this microbiome-driven approach.
The gut-brain axis and energy production: Consuming whole, unprocessed foods supports gut-brain communication and mitochondrial function, improving energy levels and overall health.
The communication between the gut and the brain, specifically through the gut-gas brain axis, plays a significant role in our energy levels and overall health. This axis is crucial for the gut to communicate with the organs and organelles inside our cells that generate energy, and any disruption to this communication can lead to fatigue, fogginess, and even plaque buildup. Mitochondria, which produce energy, can become overwhelmed when we consume processed foods, as they are designed to be pre-digested and enter our bloodstream all at once. This traffic jam in our mitochondria can lead to a lack of energy despite consuming large amounts of calories. The first step to addressing this issue is to consider the source and processing of our food and aim for whole, unprocessed options. Additionally, understanding the complexity of plants as sophisticated chemical producers can provide valuable insight into their role in our health.
The Root Cause of Neurodegenerative Diseases Might be in the Gut: The gut's bacteria and lectins can enter the bloodstream, causing inflammation and producing beta-amyloid linked to neurodegenerative diseases. A leaky gut and western diet contribute to this process. Fecal microbial transplants can help restore a healthy gut microbiome and potentially prevent neurodegeneration.
The root cause of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's may not be in the brain but in the gut. Lectins and bacteria particles enter the bloodstream, triggering an immune response and inflammation. Some of these particles produce beta-amyloid, which is commonly associated with neurodegenerative diseases. However, most beta-amyloid is produced in the gut by certain bacteria. The western diet, rich in simple sugars and saturated fats, feeds these amyloid-producing bacteria. A leaky gut allows the amyloid to enter the brain, leading to neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration. The APOE4 gene, carried by 30% of the population, plays a role in this process by affecting cholesterol transport and making it harder for the body to remove excess cholesterol, contributing to both heart disease and Alzheimer's. Fecal microbial transplants (FMT) can help restore a healthy gut microbiome, potentially reducing inflammation and preventing the production and entry of harmful beta-amyloid into the brain. Despite its promising potential, FMT has not been widely adopted due to ethical and logistical challenges.
The unintended consequences of broad-spectrum antibiotics on the microbiome: Broad-spectrum antibiotics disrupted the microbiome balance, allowing harmful bacteria to thrive, leading to severe infections. Today, we understand the importance of maintaining balance in our personal microbiomes through various means.
The widespread use of broad-spectrum antibiotics in the 1970s, while a medical breakthrough, led to unintended consequences. These miracle drugs wiped out many bacteria in the gut, disrupting the delicate balance of the microbiome. This created an environment for harmful bacteria like C. difficile to thrive, leading to severe infections. Researchers later discovered the importance of the microbiome, and methods like fecal transplants were used to restore the balance. Today, we understand that our personal microbiomes, or holobiomes, are made up of numerous bacterial species, some of which we acquire through contact with others. Research suggests that even something as simple as a kiss could involve the exchange of oral microbiomes. It's a fascinating reminder of the complex interconnectedness of life and the importance of maintaining balance in our bodies.
The health of our gut and inherited microbiome impact overall health and conditions like autism: Eat resistant starches, mushrooms, and inulin for a healthy microbiome and longevity, as shown in studies on autistic children and neuroinflammation.
The health of our gut and the microbiome inherited from our mothers plays a significant role in our overall health, including the development of conditions like autism. Women are better equipped to listen to their bodies and pass on a healthy microbiome to their babies through vaginal delivery. A recent study in Australia showed that oral fecal transplants in autistic children led to a significant reduction in symptoms, suggesting a strong connection between the gut and brain. To promote a healthy microbiome and longevity, incorporate foods like resistant starches (yams, jicama, taro root, yuca), mushrooms, and inulin (chicory, Yacon root) into your diet. These foods support the growth of beneficial bacteria and contain compounds that protect against neuroinflammation and promote longevity.
Promoting gut health through diet and exercise: Incorporating inulin-rich foods and regular exercise can boost beneficial gut bacteria and delay Alzheimer's onset by up to 11 years, while practices like meditation and yoga and intermittent fasting can further support brain health.
Making dietary choices rich in inulin, found in chicory, radicchio, Belgian endive, Jerusalem artichokes, and sunchokes, can promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. Regular exercise, especially in midlife women, has been linked to a 90% reduction in Alzheimer's disease and a delay in its onset by 11 years. Exercise also influences the gut microbiome, making it more friendly. Additionally, practices like meditation and yoga have similar effects. Lastly, having a "brainwash day" once a week, which involves finishing your last meal several hours before bedtime and allowing for extended periods between meals, can support brain health by facilitating the brain's natural detoxification process during deep sleep.
