Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Women Who Eat Better Carbs in Midlife Age Better - AI Podcast
Jul 10, 2025
Discover how whole fruits, vegetables, and legumes can enhance health and longevity in midlife. Women who embraced high-quality carbs experienced up to 31% better odds of aging disease-free. In contrast, diets heavy in processed carbs led to significant declines in mental and physical well-being. The podcast emphasizes the gradual incorporation of fiber-rich foods for optimal gut health. Transforming your carbohydrate choices is key for healthier aging. Tune in for practical tips on ditching refined carbs and embracing whole foods!
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Whole Food Carbs Boost Aging
- Women who eat whole fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains in their 40s and 50s have up to 31% better odds of aging healthily.
- Refined carbs like white bread and sugary snacks lower odds of healthy aging and worsen metabolic, mental, and physical health.
Consistency Matters in Carb Quality
- Consistently eating high-quality carbs over many years improves aging odds more than short-term diet changes.
- A steady intake from midlife onward can affect health outcomes decades later.
Fiber Feeds Gut and Calms Inflammation
- Fiber-rich carbs fuel gut microbes producing butyrate which calms inflammation and supports gut barrier.
- Low-fiber or refined carb diets increase blood sugar spikes and inflammation, harming cells and aging.