The High Performance Podcast E165 - Dr Hazel Wallace: Your health is in your hands
Dec 9, 2022
Dr. Hazel Wallace, a medical doctor, registered nutritionist, and best-selling author, shares vital insights into taking control of your health. She emphasizes that nutritional choices significantly impact overall wellbeing and performance. The conversation covers the pillars of high performance—movement, balanced meals, quality sleep, and mental health—while addressing the unique challenges women face in health. Hazel also offers practical tips to manage PMS through nutrition, advocating for a balanced diet rich in plant-based foods and essential nutrients.
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Health Pillars
- Prioritize daily movement, balanced meals, and sufficient sleep.
- View these as pillars of health, aiming for 80% consistency rather than perfection.
Hazel's Journey
- Dr. Wallace's father passed away from a stroke, inspiring her medical career.
- Frustrated with the lack of nutrition focus in medicine, she started "The Food Medic" blog and pursued a master's in nutrition.
Nutrition in Healthcare
- Medical school curriculums lack practical nutrition education, hindering preventative care.
- Restructuring healthcare to emphasize lifestyle and nutrition is crucial for long-term health.
