Episode
E223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
1:49:53
Published: Mon Feb 20 2023
Description
Max Lugavere is a foremost expert on the brain and how we can get the best out of it. A New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author, his books 'Genius Foods', 'Genius Life' and 'Genius Kitchen' have ushered in a new way of seeing how what we eat effects how effective our brain is. What few know about Max is that his best-selling books come from deeply heartfelt motivation, as he saw his mother lost to dementia. Ever since that terrible day he's had one focus and one focus only - what can people do to protect and enable their brain and mental capacity. In a conversation packed with takeaway, practical insights, he takes us through how you can take your brain from ordinary to extraordinary. One of the foremost experts on nutrition to ever appear on DOAC, Max has an ability to take the latest scientific concepts and translate it into human like few we've ever seen before. Topics: Why do you do what you do? Sugar Sugar free products Keto diet Veganism and vegetarianism What food should be eat? Why are we addicted to snacks? Mental health Stressers/stressors Sleep Coffee Is travel good for our health? Relationships Last guest’s question Max Lugavere: Instagram: http://bit.ly/3Z4gIQQ Twitter: http://bit.ly/3IdkuAy Website: http://bit.ly/3xyCBf8 Watch the episodes on Youtube: https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsb Follow: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3CXkF0d Twitter: https://bit.ly/3wBA6bA Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3z3CSYM Telegram: https://g2ul0.app.link/SBExclusiveCommun Sponsors: Airbnb: http://bit.ly/40TcyNr Huel: https://g2ul0.app.link/G4RjcdKNKsb Bluejeans - https://g2ul0.app.link/NCgpGjVNKsb
Chapters
In this podcast episode, brain food expert Max Lugavere discusses the effects of sugar on the brain and controversial research surrounding meat in our diet.
00:00 - 01:16 (01:16)
Summary
In this podcast episode, brain food expert Max Lugavere discusses the effects of sugar on the brain and controversial research surrounding meat in our diet. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the truth about nutrition and its impact on mental health.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Dr. Michael Ruscio shares how watching his mother struggle with health issues inspired him to become a doctor and help others through nutrition and healthy living.
01:16 - 09:18 (08:02)
Summary
Dr. Michael Ruscio shares how watching his mother struggle with health issues inspired him to become a doctor and help others through nutrition and healthy living.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Added sugar is hidden in many commercial food products and can make them hyper palatable, leading to overconsumption.
09:18 - 15:28 (06:09)
Summary
Added sugar is hidden in many commercial food products and can make them hyper palatable, leading to overconsumption. This poses a major health problem as our intake of added sugar has increased significantly in recent years.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Ultra-processed foods, which are low in nutrients and high in added sugars and sodium, present health risks including increased inflammation and chronic disease.
15:28 - 23:38 (08:10)
Summary
Ultra-processed foods, which are low in nutrients and high in added sugars and sodium, present health risks including increased inflammation and chronic disease. While some ultra-processed foods like whey protein may be beneficial, it's important to limit consumption overall.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
A discussion of the ketogenic diet and its potential benefits for the brain, as well as controversies surrounding its inclusion of animal products and potential risks for cancer and mental health issues associated with a plant-based diet.
23:38 - 34:55 (11:17)
Summary
A discussion of the ketogenic diet and its potential benefits for the brain, as well as controversies surrounding its inclusion of animal products and potential risks for cancer and mental health issues associated with a plant-based diet.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The substances that degrade the mucosa in the gut can impact not just brain function but predilection to disease, which is new science surrounding the gut microbiome.
34:55 - 40:31 (05:35)
Summary
The substances that degrade the mucosa in the gut can impact not just brain function but predilection to disease, which is new science surrounding the gut microbiome. It is important to note that anything that inflames the gut can affect the gut-brain axis, and a high meat or carnivore diet is not advisable.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The speaker learns that fruit juices have high levels of sugar and that while enjoying a piece of fruit, it is unlikely that a person would crave another, whereas with chips the opposite is true.
40:31 - 47:53 (07:22)
Summary
The speaker learns that fruit juices have high levels of sugar and that while enjoying a piece of fruit, it is unlikely that a person would crave another, whereas with chips the opposite is true.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Observational studies suggest that vegan diets increase the risk of depression, while regular sauna use may improve physical health and mental wellbeing.
47:53 - 1:00:30 (12:36)
Summary
Observational studies suggest that vegan diets increase the risk of depression, while regular sauna use may improve physical health and mental wellbeing.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Consuming foods like honey before bed can lower cortisol levels and improve sleep, while stress from food can cause digestive symptoms and potentially lead to autoimmunity and allergies.
1:00:30 - 1:11:28 (10:58)
Summary
Consuming foods like honey before bed can lower cortisol levels and improve sleep, while stress from food can cause digestive symptoms and potentially lead to autoimmunity and allergies.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
While it's ideal to work out and eat in optimal windows, it's still better to exercise and eat at suboptimal times than not at all.
1:11:29 - 1:17:16 (05:47)
Summary
While it's ideal to work out and eat in optimal windows, it's still better to exercise and eat at suboptimal times than not at all. The speaker's morning routine involves getting ambient bright light by the window to anchor their body's circadian clock.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Drinking coffee in moderation has been linked to the prevention of diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, and cardiovascular disease.
1:17:16 - 1:22:10 (04:53)
Summary
Drinking coffee in moderation has been linked to the prevention of diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, and cardiovascular disease. However, high doses of caffeine can act like a drug and make your liver more effective at recycling cholesterol, so it's important to consume coffee mindfully and take occasional breaks from caffeinated coffee.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The speaker discusses how getting into a routine of just waking up, doing a few things, and then going back to bed can hinder neurogenesis.
1:22:10 - 1:26:20 (04:10)
Summary
The speaker discusses how getting into a routine of just waking up, doing a few things, and then going back to bed can hinder neurogenesis. Shaking up your routine can lead to an up-regulation in various indicators of neurogenesis.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The benefits of routine, such as a balanced diet and community connections can be positive, but the excitement and novelty can start to wear off.
1:26:20 - 1:30:09 (03:48)
Summary
The benefits of routine, such as a balanced diet and community connections can be positive, but the excitement and novelty can start to wear off. To break out of a rut, try shopping at different stores, trying new hobbies or investing in things with emotional value.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The speaker emphasizes the importance of challenging preferences to avoid the comfort crisis, such as trying new foods like blueberries and avocado, dark leafy greens or grass fed beef.
1:30:09 - 1:34:53 (04:44)
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the importance of challenging preferences to avoid the comfort crisis, such as trying new foods like blueberries and avocado, dark leafy greens or grass fed beef.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
In this conversation, the speaker shares their experience of undergoing therapy for the past year and a half to address their avoidant attachment style resulting from childhood trauma.
1:34:53 - 1:39:59 (05:05)
Summary
In this conversation, the speaker shares their experience of undergoing therapy for the past year and a half to address their avoidant attachment style resulting from childhood trauma.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The speaker shares their personal journey of investigating their difficulty in attaching emotionally to other women and how it has inspired them to continue unravelling and peeling back the layers of the onion in their relationships.
1:39:59 - 1:44:16 (04:17)
Summary
The speaker shares their personal journey of investigating their difficulty in attaching emotionally to other women and how it has inspired them to continue unravelling and peeling back the layers of the onion in their relationships.
EpisodeE223: The No.1 Health Expert: The One Food (WE ALL EAT) That's Killing Us Slowly: Max Lugavere
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The speaker expresses a personal perspective on the quality of a tool for producing virtual events and mentions the love for his/her mother as the motivation for engaging in the production of these events.
1:44:16 - 1:49:24 (05:08)
Summary
The speaker expresses a personal perspective on the quality of a tool for producing virtual events and mentions the love for his/her mother as the motivation for engaging in the production of these events.