We’ve all heard dietary saturated fat and cholesterol cause heart disease - but what you might not know - is that the evidence for this belief is not as foolproof as we’ve been led to believe. 

And given that heart disease is still America’s #1 kill responsible for almost 700,000 deaths per year - understanding what you can do to prevent it is paramount. 

In this week’s podcast with the author of Understanding The Heart: Surprising Insights Into The Evolutionary Origins Of Heart Disease - And Why It Matters, Dr. Hussey, we explore 3 little-known (and preventable) causes of heart-based issues and the common misunderstandings keep us stuck. 

Dr. Hussey provides invaluable insights given his clinical experience and admitted obsession with the heart, but also because he experienced a heart attack and the shortcomings of current systems and strategies personally in 2020.

This conversation was truly fascinating and I hope you walk away feeling as surprised and informed as I did. :) Here are some of my favorite takeaways: 

• The link between intense exercise and heart attacks
• The best test for preventing heart attacks
• The biggest misconception around heart disease
• Why heart attacks occur without a blockage
• The #1 risk factor for heart disease
• The food most of us are eating that may be linked to heart disease
• Why collagen is important for the heart
• Lifestyle tips for heart disease prevention
• Why the sauna is especially heart healthy
• The supplement that can prevent clots as well as medications
• The animal-based nutrients that protect the heart
• The link between heart and dental health
• And so much more!

Please share this important information far and wide, friends.

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Did you know that certain spices, particularly turmeric, have demonstrated the ability to turn off inflammation and positively impact gene expression?

It sounds crazy, but spices are one of our most potent and underrated medicines. 

Which is why in today’s podcast with biochemist, Dr. Bharat Aggarwal, a former professor at University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and expert on cytokines, the role of inflammation in cancer, and the anti-cancer effects of spices and herbs, we take a deep dive into exactly why turmeric and other spices are so powerful. 

And also why most doctors today are not talking about them. 

Here are some of the fascinating highlights from our conversation:

• Two uses of turmeric for children
• Why the FDA denied his patent
• The viruses turmeric can kill
• The toxic dose of turmeric
• The truth about turmeric and its bioavailability
• The only downside to turmeric
• How turmeric turns off inflammation
• How to determine how much turmeric you need
• The difference between curcumin and turmeric
• How turmeric compares to anti-inflammatory drugs
• The brain benefits of turmeric
• Why one of his papers was retracted
• Other spices and their benefits
• And so much more!

Please share this podcast with those you love and stay healthy, friends!

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This week’s podcast, with author and top 50 functional medicine doctor, Dr. Will Cole, is all about INTUITIVE FASTING.

While it may seem counterintuitive, intuitive fasting is a powerful practice that can help you access your intuition and find a fasting rhythm that honors your health and changing circumstances.

It allows you to step into the driver’s seat of your health, and it’s a gentle, gradual approach that begins with simple overnight fasts.

I have been using this practice for years, but never knew quite how to articulate the concept until I read his book.

Dr. Cole is brilliant and I sincerely hope this conversation is as helpful and powerful for you - as it has been for me. 

Here’s what we chat about…

• Why some people were triggered by his book
• What intuitive fasting is 
• How fasting helps us access our intuition
• The benefits of fasting
• His favorite fasts for improving metabolic health 
• The difference between caloric restriction and fasting 
• An intuitive fasting regimen for beginners
• Who should not fast
• How to fast with your cycle 
• A good time to increase carbs during your cycle
• Fasting-approved drinks and tea
• What to drink for cravings during a fast
• Supplements to use during fasting
• How to avoid losing muscle while fasting

Enjoy!

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Have you tried all the popular diets and weight loss strategies, but still don’t feel your best? 

Many times it’s because what works for someone else - won’t always work for you. 

In fact, we are all unique biochemically and our needs change from season to season, so the only way to find your perfect diet and lifestyle is to tune into your body’s feedback. 

Which is why today’s podcast with Renee Belz and Lauren Sombarto (aka The Biohacker Babes) is devoted to beginner biohacking, optimizing the foundations of health (sleep, movement, food) and how to use technology to reconnect to your intuition.

These two ladies are wise, fun, feisty and full of helpful tips and tricks. Here are some of the fascinating things you’ll learn: 

• A common mistake that reduces sleep quality
• The benefits of methylene blue (and what you need to know before you buy it)
• How to use biohacking to get in touch with your intuition
• What is heart rate variability (HRV) and why you should measure it
• The simplest way to increase HRV
• Tips for better sleep
• How alcohol affects (HRV) and how to minimize its negative impacts
• Their favorite biohacking-approved wine
• Helpful supplements for iron issues 
• Energizing and calming herbs
• The best (and worst) ways to add supplements
• The healing power of sound
• Their favorite biohacking devices
• And so much more!

I hope you love this show as much as I did - don’t forget to tag someone in the comments who you think will love the show. 

Happy biohacking!

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Children born to moms with poorly controlled blood sugar during pregnancy have a 6-19x increased risk of diabetes or obesity.

Unfortunately, our current dietary recommendations for carbohydrates during pregnancy are way too high for many individuals which can cause unstable blood sugar.

Many leading organizations also claim that vegan diets are safe for pregnancy, yet, according to registered dietician, Certified Diabetes Educator and author, Lily Nichols, there are many reasons to doubt their safety.

To help feel empowered rather than confused around prenatal nutrition, this week's podcast is devoted to how to eat for the healthiest pregnancy and children possible.

Here are some of my favorite takeaways:

• Why our dietary guidelines for pregnancy are a house of cards
• The nutrient we should be getting 3x more of
• The 4 nutrients you need to avoid anemia
• Two little-known nutrients for bone health (according to new research!)
• How many carbs you actually need during pregnancy
• Why protein recommendations are too low for later pregnancy
• Optimal protein targets for pregnancy
• The consequences of a low-fat diet for women’s hormones
• The nutrient deficiency linked to regressions in infancy and early childhood
• The nutrient 80% of American women do not get enough of during pregnancy
• Are vegan diets safe during pregnancy?
• 3 ways to upgrade your health today
• And so much more!

If you are a mom, planning to get pregnant or know someone who is - please share this podcast so we can help spread the good word.

Happy, healthy New Year, everyone!

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Lily Nichols, RDN
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