Podcast: How to Feel Incredible, Avoid Disease, and Age Well (Part 1) - Dr. Casey Means on The Next Big Idea Podcast
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Today on the Next Big Idea podcast, Dr. Casey Means tells host Rufus Griscom about her journey, explaining why she thinks the medical system fails patients, and shares the simple biomarkers that you should check to see if you’re at risk for a deadly disease.
Bad news: 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy. Their bodies struggle to convert food into the energy their cells need. And this fuel shortage underlies all sorts of conditions, from diabetes and cancer to insomnia and erectile dysfunction.
Good news: Simple changes to how we eat and exercise can dramatically improve our metabolic health.
This is the thesis of “Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health” by Casey Means. A Stanford-trained physician, Casey grew disillusioned with conventional healthcare when she realized that many doctors are great at prescribing pills and performing surgeries but hopeless when it comes to addressing root causes. This led her to leave traditional medicine and focus on combating metabolic dysfunction, which she believes is at the heart of America’s health crisis.
What they discussed:
Casey Means criticizes modern health science for focusing on symptoms rather than enhancing well-being through diet and lifestyle.
Resistance and interval training are vital for metabolic health by building muscle and promoting mitochondrial function.
Despite high healthcare spending, little emphasis is placed on improving metabolic health, contributing to poor health outcomes.
Daily lifestyle choices significantly influence metabolic health, underscoring its dynamic nature.
The hidden costs of cheap food include healthcare expenses and environmental damage, perpetuating unhealthy dietary choices.
Continuous glucose monitors provide insights into daily health fluctuations, despite skepticism from traditional medicine.
Financial incentives may drive skepticism towards health-monitoring tools, potentially keeping patients dependent on medications.
