The American Heart Association is supposed to work to prevent heart disease, the #1 killer worldwide. Surprisingly, the AHA openly opposed the SNAP reform bill, which would prevent the purchase of junk food with SNAP. Is the American Heart Association really trying to keep us on a “heart-healthy” diet? Find out in this video.

Summarizer

Dr. Eric Berg discusses the American Heart Association's surprising opposition to a bill in Texas aimed at restricting food stamp purchases of unhealthy foods like soda and candy. Despite the AHA's mission to prevent heart disease, they expressed concerns about participation in the SNAP program and the economic implications of the bill. The video exposes conflicts of interest between the AHA and the junk food industry, highlighting significant taxpayer subsidies to the soda industry that contribute to health issues such as obesity and diabetes. Berg argues for the need to shift SNAP funding toward healthier food options to reduce chronic disease and healthcare costs.

Key Points

AHA's Opposition to SNAP Bill

The American Heart Association opposed a Texas bill aimed at restricting food stamps for unhealthy foods. This opposition surprised many, as the AHA's primary mission is to prevent heart disease, which is linked to the consumption of sugary drinks and junk food.

Industry Influence on AHA

Dr. Berg highlights that the AHA receives significant funding from the junk food industry, raising concerns about conflicts of interest. The association's industry partnerships, such as the industry nutrition forum, illustrate the financial ties between them and large food corporations.

Economic Impact of Soda Subsidies

The video notes that taxpayers subsidize the soda industry through SNAP at a staggering $10 billion annually. This funding promotes the purchase of unhealthy foods, contributing to obesity and related health problems, thereby benefiting the big food and pharmaceutical industries.

Call for SNAP Reform

Dr. Berg advocates for reforming SNAP to support only nutrient-dense foods instead of processed options. Such changes could decrease the burden of chronic illnesses and reduce healthcare spending by fostering healthier eating habits among low-income individuals.

Junk Food Industry's Strategies

The soda industry’s campaign against the SNAP bill includes hiring social media influencers and using arguments around food freedom and insecurity to maintain their profits. This highlights a broader PR battle over health and nutrition policy.

Nutrition Epidemiology is a branch of pseudoscience. In this discussion, Prof Kay provides 7 major flaws (each of which are sufficient on their own) to invalidate and discredit nutrition epidemiology and nutrition epidemiologists as fantasists, pseudoscientists, and crackpots. These pseudoscientists have abandoned scientific discipline, and instead indulge in criminal propaganda. Check it out! Don't forget to subscribe, and hit the bell icon. Also leave me your thoughts.

Summarizer:

In this video, Professor Bart Kay argues that nutrition epidemiology is flawed and misleading due to seven main invalidating issues. He emphasizes that association does not imply causality, discusses problems with observational studies, and highlights biases in data collection and reporting that result in false conclusions about health outcomes related to nutrition.

Key Points

Association vs Causation

Professor Kay stresses that simply having an association between two variables does not prove that one causes the other. He gives the example of ice cream sales correlating with shark attacks, illustrating the fallacy of assuming causality from correlation.

Observational Study Limitations

Nutrition epidemiology relies on observational studies which lack control over variables affecting health outcomes. The inability to conduct controlled experiments limits the validity of conclusions drawn from these studies.

Respondent Data Issues

Epidemiological studies often depend on self-reported dietary data, which can be biased or inaccurate. People may misreport their food intake, leading to flawed conclusions.

Arbitrary Selection Criteria in Meta-analyses

Authors of meta-analyses can selectively include or exclude studies based on arbitrary criteria, potentially biasing outcomes to support a desired conclusion.

Publication Bias

Studies that yield negative or inconclusive results are less likely to be published, skewing the available literature and leading to inflated positive results in meta-analyses.

P-Hacking in Research

Researchers may manipulate data collection to achieve statistically significant results (p < 0.05), which can misrepresent the actual findings and contribute to flawed reports.

Misuse of Relative Outcomes

Epidemiological studies often report relative risks without presenting absolute risks, which can mislead the public regarding the actual impact of dietary choices on health.

Extrapolation of Findings

Findings from studies often conducted on older populations are generalized to the entire population, ignoring individual health variations and leading to inappropriate dietary recommendations.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaMPCuYZ208

In this video, Professor Bart Kay debunks ten common claims associated with carnivore, asserting that they are misrepresented or unfounded. He discusses cholesterol and its association with heart disease, saturated fats, the necessity of fiber, and the supposed benefits of vegetable sources of Vitamin C. Each point is backed by scientific data and studies, leading to the conclusion that vegan propaganda lacks solid scientific merit.

Key Points

Cholesterol myths

Kay argues that cholesterol is not a causal factor in heart disease, citing studies that show lower mortality rates associated with higher cholesterol levels in populations.

Saturated fat misconceptions

Multiple meta-analyses consistent in showing that saturated fat intake does not increase the risk of heart disease, contradicting common vegan narratives.

Fiber intake

Evidence from a study shows that removing fiber from the diet can improve symptoms of idiopathic constipation, challenging the assertion that fiber is essential for digestive health.

Vitamin C requirements

Vitamin C can be obtained adequately from animal sources, and excess intake could potentially lead to harmful oxalate production.

Trimethylamine oxide (TMAO) theory

Kay dismisses claims that TMAO from meat consumption is harmful, arguing that our bodies adapt to metabolize it without adverse effects.

Red meat and mortality association

He points out that studies linking red meat to increased mortality are primarily epidemiological and do not establish causation.

Blue Zones fallacies

Kay critiques the idea of Blue Zone diets supporting longevity, noting confounding factors like caloric intake and physical activity.

Teeth and dietary classification

Critiques the argument about teeth for determining diet, emphasizing that human dietary evolution involved significant meat consumption.

Epidemiology flaws

Discusses the numerous problems with using epidemiological studies to draw dietary conclusions, labeling much of the data as pseudoscientific.

Introduction: For half a century, a high level of total cholesterol (TC) or low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) has been considered to be the major cause of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease (CVD), and statin treatment has been widely promoted for cardiovascular prevention. However, there is an increasing understanding that the mechanisms are more complicated and that statin treatment, in particular when used as primary prevention, is of doubtful benefit.

Areas covered: The authors of three large reviews recently published by statin advocates have attempted to validate the current dogma. This article delineates the serious errors in these three reviews as well as other obvious falsifications of the cholesterol hypothesis.

Expert commentary: Our search for falsifications of the cholesterol hypothesis confirms that it is unable to satisfy any of the Bradford Hill criteria for causality and that the conclusions of the authors of the three reviews are based on misleading statistics, exclusion of unsuccessful trials and by ignoring numerous contradictory observations.

Full Paper: https://doi.org/10.1080/17512433.2018.1519391

Dr Penny Figtree graduated from the University of Sydney in 1993 with first class honours. With over 20 years in general practice she has now decided to focus on weight loss and diabetes.

This decision was made after seeing the power of a low carbohydrate diet to help people lose weight and for some to even reverse diabetes. Dr Figtree had previously tried to help patients using various diets such as low fat diets, Optifast, the 5:2 fast but nothing really worked. In the end she would just say “as long as you are not gaining weight then that’s great”. Then Dr. Figtree read a book called “Always Hungry” By Professor David Ludwig where he explained the INSULIN CARBOHYDRATE MODEL OF OBESITY.

Dr. Figtree has now been practising low carb medicine for several years. She describes this as the most rewarding part of her career, stopping medications and patients feeling well.

Summarizer

Dr. Penny Figtree discusses the use of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in healthy individuals, emphasizing their benefits and addressing concerns about their use. She explains how CGMs provide real-time glucose data, helps in understanding metabolic health, and might reveal undiagnosed conditions. The talk also touches on the controversies surrounding CGM use and practical advice for interpreting glucose readings.

Key Points

Introduction to Continuous Glucose Monitors

Dr. Figtree introduces continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), specifically the Freestyle Libre and Dexcom G6, highlighting how they measure blood glucose levels in real-time, providing valuable information for individuals to understand their metabolic health.

Controversy Over CGMs in Healthy Individuals

The use of CGMs in healthy people has sparked debate, with some experts arguing there is insufficient data to endorse their use outside of diabetic care. Dr. Figtree encourages individuals to consider CGMs as tools for gaining insights into their blood sugar responses and overall health.

Setting Up Alarm Parameters

Dr. Figtree advises users to set custom limits in the CGM app to avoid unnecessary alarm reactions. She explains the differences between sensor readings and blood glucose measurements, emphasizing not to panic over minor fluctuations.

Understanding Glucose Variations

The speaker explains that normal glucose responses can vary with exercise, food intake, and other factors. Healthy individuals usually maintain glucose levels below 7.8 mmol/L, but it's normal for levels to fluctuate occasionally.

Reactive Hypoglycemia Insights

Dr. Figtree discusses reactive hypoglycemia, where blood sugar drops significantly post-meal, often causing discomfort. She shares her experience with dietary changes and suggests increasing protein intake to mitigate this issue.

Dawn Phenomenon in Healthy Individuals

The early morning increase in glucose levels, known as the 'dawn phenomenon,' is explained as a natural hormonal response that can influence glucose readings in both diabetics and healthy individuals.

Potential Benefits of Using CGMs

Recent studies suggest that healthy adults may benefit from CGMs to monitor their glucose responses to various foods, which can help in identifying patterns and reducing risks associated with glucose variability.

Conclusion on CGM Usage

Dr. Figtree concludes that while CGMs can be beneficial for healthy individuals, it is essential to interpret the data appropriately and understand personal metabolic responses.

Not intentionally. Stressful week, unplanned traveling around. Ended up doing dirty carnivore.

Ordering bunless burgers from restaurants, with seed oils I'm sure. That was my main food source.

Hard boiling eggs in a water heater.

What have you been eating?

A fascinating interview between two highly invested and well spoken lay people on the subject of carnivore and their healthy journey. Eddie is kinda wordy, but his ideas are solid. I find most of the value here about being your own health advocate for your social circle.

In this episode of the KetoPro Podcast, Richard Smith interviews nutrition expert Eddie Goeke youtube.com/@e.goeke_ who shares his personal journey with hypermobile EDS and how it led him to explore the world of nutrition and the carnivore diet. Eddie discusses the impact of his condition on his life, the role of diet in healing, and his experiences with various dietary approaches. He also delves into the science of insulin, the importance of individualized nutrition, and the challenges faced by influencers in the health space. The conversation highlights Eddie's passion for biochemistry and his commitment to educating others through his book and YouTube channel.

Eddie's journey with hypermobile EDS began at age 16. His condition caused debilitating pain and health issues. He discovered the carnivore diet during his healing process. Eddie's book, 'Contra Indicated,' challenges mainstream health axioms. He emphasizes the importance of individualized nutrition. Insulin plays a crucial role in various bodily functions. Blood tests can be misleading without context. Eddie's YouTube channel aims to educate on nutrition. The carnivore diet has worked well for Eddie personally. Eddie is open to discussing more topics in future episodes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Eddie Goeke and His Journey
01:12 Understanding Hypermobile EDS and Its Impact
04:29 The Role of Diet in Managing Health Conditions
11:49 Discovering the Carnivore Diet and Its Benefits
16:35 Writing the Book: Contra Indicated
22:40 The Influence of Nutrition Experts and Imposter Syndrome
28:53 Exploring Influencer Trends in Nutrition
31:05 The Role of Insulin in Health
36:14 Influencers and Dietary Trends
41:54 Electrolyte Balance and Thyroid Function
46:19 Testosterone Levels on a Carnivore Diet
54:35 The Limitations of Blood Tests

This video may cause vertigo.

A great comedy drama set in the outback, a slice of life type of film

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