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Episode

916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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Published: Mon Feb 17 2020
Description

Wealth without health isn't wealth at all. Let's say you're the richest person in the world. You have anything and everything you could ever want. You've started companies, written books, gone on tours—you name it. But your body isn't in the best shape. You've put it second to your career goals. And now, it's starting to show.Your health is a different kind of wealth. Taking care of your finances is important, but so is taking care of your body. If you neglect your body, your body will neglect you. As you age, this only gets harder. You won't be able to enjoy life because you'll feel tired, sick, or miserable.Of course, exercise is vital to maintaining good health, but so are the foods that you eat. The food we eat has an impact on our brain chemistry, our physical health, our community, and even climate change!It's easy to eat the processed food that's offered to us daily, but if we want to start investing in our health, it's time for a change.If there's one person who knows how to help, it's Dr. Mark Hyman.Dr. Mark Hyman is leading a health revolution—one revolved around using food as medicine to support longevity, energy, mental clarity, happiness, and so much more.Dr. Hyman is a practicing family physician and an internationally recognized leader, speaker, educator, and advocate in the field of Functional Medicine. He's the founder and director of The UltraWellness Center, is the Head of Strategy and Innovation of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, AND is the Board President for Clinical Affairs for The Institute for Functional Medicine. And somehow, in the midst of all this, he's a twelve-time New York Times bestselling author and hosts one of the leading health podcasts, The Doctor's Farmacy. He's also a regular medical contributor on several television shows and networks, including CBS This Morning, the Today Show, Good Morning America, The View, The Dr. Oz Show, and CNN. Needless to say, he's an expert. Dr. Hyman is one of my favorite people to learn from about health because he is so honest about what’s going on. Instead of trying to push his own agenda, he’s got humanity’s best interest at heart.If you're wanting to invest in your health, look no further! Join me on Episode 916 with Dr. Mark Hyman to learn how eating the right foods can make you healthier and happier.What are the first steps someone can take to fix the food crisis? (31:50)Has dairy consumption been declining? (43:00)How many people in the U.S. are actually sick (1:01)The truth about what diabetes is and what causes it (7:03)The history of processed food and what it does to the environment (11:15)How much food we waste annually (16:45)Why the FDA doesn’t regulate food the way other countries do (18:40)How the food industry convinces people bad food is safe (23:45)Why nut milks can be problematic (45:02)Plus much more...If you enjoyed this episode, show notes and more at http://www.lewishowes.com/916 and follow at instagram.com/lewishowes

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This episode features the founder of the Ultra Wellness Center, who talks about using food as medicine to support longevity, energy, mental clarity, and happiness.
00:00 - 03:20 (03:20)
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Food as Medicine
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This episode features the founder of the Ultra Wellness Center, who talks about using food as medicine to support longevity, energy, mental clarity, and happiness.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
About 11 million people die every year due to the consumption of preventable, ultra-processed foods produced en masse by the food industry, which disproportionately impact vulnerable populations.
03:20 - 07:30 (04:10)
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Ultra-Processed Foods
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About 11 million people die every year due to the consumption of preventable, ultra-processed foods produced en masse by the food industry, which disproportionately impact vulnerable populations.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
The high rate of pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes in America poses a threat not only to public health but also to national security, as evidenced by the rejection of seven out of ten military applicants due to health issues.
07:30 - 09:35 (02:05)
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Diabetes, National Security
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The high rate of pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes in America poses a threat not only to public health but also to national security, as evidenced by the rejection of seven out of ten military applicants due to health issues. A group of 700 admirals and generals have published a report called "Unhealthy and Unprepared" to address this issue.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
This episode discusses how the consumption of high levels of sugar and starch can lead to diabetes, particularly in the form of pre-diabetes and type two diabetes.
09:35 - 12:15 (02:39)
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Diabetes
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This episode discusses how the consumption of high levels of sugar and starch can lead to diabetes, particularly in the form of pre-diabetes and type two diabetes. Additionally, the speaker highlights the impact of celiac disease on autoimmune diseases and diabetes, with 29% of people with type 1 diabetes having undiagnosed celiac.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
The speaker wonders what causes our food policies and believes the food system is responsible for most diseases that can be cured by food.
12:16 - 14:17 (02:00)
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Food System
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The speaker wonders what causes our food policies and believes the food system is responsible for most diseases that can be cured by food.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Soil organic matter loss contributes to 30% to 40% of all greenhouse gases in the atmosphere since the Industrial Revolution, as it can hold more carbon than the atmosphere.
14:17 - 16:32 (02:15)
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Climate Change
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Soil organic matter loss contributes to 30% to 40% of all greenhouse gases in the atmosphere since the Industrial Revolution, as it can hold more carbon than the atmosphere. As a result, soil preservation is a crucial part of fighting climate change and preserving trees that contribute to carbon reduction efforts.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Spending $300 billion on restoring damaged lands around the world could hold enough carbon to stall climate change by 20 years, according to the UN.
16:33 - 20:37 (04:03)
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Climate Change
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Spending $300 billion on restoring damaged lands around the world could hold enough carbon to stall climate change by 20 years, according to the UN. We need to move away from intensive use of chemicals and large-scale agriculture, which are killing organic matter and polluting rivers, and prioritize regenerative agriculture practices that will rebuild our soils and reduce carbon in the atmosphere.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
The United States has many food additives that are banned in Europe and Singapore, yet only 5% of them have been tested for safety.
20:37 - 24:44 (04:07)
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Food Additives
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The United States has many food additives that are banned in Europe and Singapore, yet only 5% of them have been tested for safety.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
This episode discusses the impact of junk food marketing on children's consumption of sugar.
24:44 - 26:17 (01:33)
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Junk food marketing
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This episode discusses the impact of junk food marketing on children's consumption of sugar. The speaker mentions the voluntary guidelines put in place by the FDA and FTC to regulate the marketing of such products to children.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
The food industry has created front groups like CropLife and the American Council on Science and Health to promote their interests in misleading ways.
26:17 - 30:33 (04:15)
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Food Industry
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The food industry has created front groups like CropLife and the American Council on Science and Health to promote their interests in misleading ways. They manipulate scientific research and co-op social groups in order to create endorsements and sponsored lectures that promote their products.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
After cities in California started considering a soda tax to promote public health, beverage companies spent millions in political lobbying and campaign donations.
30:33 - 33:50 (03:17)
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California, soda tax
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After cities in California started considering a soda tax to promote public health, beverage companies spent millions in political lobbying and campaign donations. This led to preemptive laws that banned future soda taxes in the state, undermining local government authority.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Food waste and cow manure from a farm can be used in an anaerobic incinerator to produce energy that can provide electricity for 1,500 homes.
33:50 - 38:38 (04:47)
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Food Waste
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Food waste and cow manure from a farm can be used in an anaerobic incinerator to produce energy that can provide electricity for 1,500 homes. Changing the way we produce, process, distribute, market and eat food can help save the economy, such as by joining local farming associations and starting a compost pile.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Learn about the benefits of the Good Food Purchasing Program, which promotes buying food in ways that are good for employees, animals, the environment and more.
38:38 - 41:06 (02:27)
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Good Food Purchasing Program
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Learn about the benefits of the Good Food Purchasing Program, which promotes buying food in ways that are good for employees, animals, the environment and more. Also, remember the importance of voting and its impact on shaping values.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Regenerative farming restores ecosystems, pollinators, and soil organic matter while benefiting the environment and producing a diverse set of crops.
41:06 - 43:43 (02:37)
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Regenerative Farming
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Regenerative farming restores ecosystems, pollinators, and soil organic matter while benefiting the environment and producing a diverse set of crops. It also counteracts the damage caused by conventional farming, which uses up a significant amount of natural capital annually and destroys the environment.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
This podcast episode discusses the need to replace dysfunctional food policies such as food stamps and implement better food labels.
43:43 - 46:12 (02:29)
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Food Policies
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This podcast episode discusses the need to replace dysfunctional food policies such as food stamps and implement better food labels. Additionally, it suggests creating policies to treat chronic diseases with food as medicine.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
The podcast host discusses the various non-dairy milk alternatives available, including almond milk, soy milk, macadamia milk, and coconut milk.
46:12 - 49:15 (03:02)
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non-dairy milk
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The podcast host discusses the various non-dairy milk alternatives available, including almond milk, soy milk, macadamia milk, and coconut milk.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Before we used to eat around 800 species of plants but now most of our diet consists of only three - corn, soy, and wheat.
49:15 - 50:46 (01:30)
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plant diversity
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Before we used to eat around 800 species of plants but now most of our diet consists of only three - corn, soy, and wheat.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Perennial currenza wheat has roots that break up soil, create organic matter and produce delicious wheat, while complex farms restore soil and human health.
50:46 - 53:52 (03:06)
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Currenza Wheat
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Perennial currenza wheat has roots that break up soil, create organic matter and produce delicious wheat, while complex farms restore soil and human health.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Learn about the power of a whole program that involves lifestyle, diet, and nutrients to improve energy and engagement in life.
53:52 - 56:04 (02:11)
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Health
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Learn about the power of a whole program that involves lifestyle, diet, and nutrients to improve energy and engagement in life.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness
Lewis Howes promotes sharing the interview with Dr. Mark Hyman on social media and taking control of one's health by being mindful of diet choices.
56:04 - 57:40 (01:36)
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Health
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Lewis Howes promotes sharing the interview with Dr. Mark Hyman on social media and taking control of one's health by being mindful of diet choices.

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916 Build Your Health to Build Your Wealth with Dr. Mark Hyman
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The School of Greatness