LEVELS – A Whole New Level
#266 - How and why to eat an anti-inflammatory diet | Dr. Robert Lustig & Ben Grynol
Oct 10, 2024
Dr. Robert Lustig, an expert in metabolic health, and Ben Grynol from Levels dive into the importance of an anti-inflammatory diet. They discuss how chronic inflammation accelerates aging and drives diseases, largely fueled by processed foods and sugars. Lustig emphasizes the healing role of inflammation while pinpointing the detrimental effects of seed oils. The conversation also highlights the benefits of anti-inflammatory foods like fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D in combating inflammation and promoting overall health.
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- Chronic inflammation is exacerbated by dietary factors like processed seed oils and sugar, which impair immune responses and accelerate aging.
- Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods such as fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D can significantly improve metabolic health and reduce inflammation.
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Understanding Intestinal Barriers
The intestine is equipped with three critical barriers: a physical barrier known as the mucin layer, biochemical tight junctions, and an immunological layer. The mucin layer prevents unwanted substances from entering the bloodstream, while tight junctions ensure that epithelial cells are closely approximated to block junk from passing through. The immunological barrier works to eliminate any bacteria that might breach these defenses. However, these barriers are increasingly compromised due to dietary habits associated with the Western diet, leading to widespread inflammation in the body.
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