Podcast: How to Supercharge Your Diet (Part 2) - Dr. Casey Means on The Next Big Idea Podcast
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So you want to eat healthy. But how do you actually go about doing that? Today, Casey Means — Stanford-trained physician, founder of Levels, and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller “Good Energy” — shares the science-backed dietary guide you need.
What they discussed:
Eat fresh, organic, unprocessed foods from high-quality sources like farmers markets for maximum health benefits.
Focus on locally grown, sustainably raised foods to maximize nutrition, regardless of dietary preferences.
Consider reducing grains due to potential impact on metabolic health from modern agricultural practices.
Monitor how foods affect your body using continuous glucose monitors to optimize diet choices.
Walking after meals stabilizes blood sugar levels and improves metabolic health.
Minimize glucose spikes to reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and glycation for long-term health.
Added sugars are unnecessary; enjoy treats like dark chocolate and kombucha without major glucose spikes.
Shift from ultra-processed foods to whole, unprocessed options for significant health improvements.
Opt for natural oils like avocado, olive, and coconut over processed vegetable oils to reduce inflammation.
Include fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi for gut health benefits.
Incorporate varied exercises to enhance mitochondrial health and metabolism.
Time-restricted eating supports metabolic health by aligning eating patterns with biological clocks.
Embrace mortality to enhance appreciation for life and reduce fear.
