Hormones, Metabolism & You! Episode 22: The Need For Nutrition Education To Prevent and Manage Chronic Disease with Johnny Hadac, Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist
About my Guest:
Johnny Hadac:
- 4th Year Medical Student
- Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist
- Certified Nutritionist
- Founder of Total Weight Loss: company dedicated to providing comprehensive resources such as cookbooks, nutrition guides, and workout programs to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals and improve overall health.
- Author Total Weight Loss Cookbook
- Co-Founder Muscle Dummies: a holistic health and supplement company
Johnny Hadac:
Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Cassie Smith interviews Johnny Haddock, a fourth-year medical student and certified culinary medicine specialist. They discuss the importance of nutrition education in medical school, the benefits of intermittent fasting, and the impact of the standard American diet on health. Johnny shares his personal weight loss journey and how it inspired him to become a nutritionist. He also talks about his upcoming cookbook, which focuses on whole foods and nutrition education. The conversation highlights the need for simple, accessible nutrition information and the role of nutrition in preventing and managing chronic diseases. In this conversation, Cassie and Johnny discuss the importance of nutrition and healthy habits for overall health and well-being. They emphasize the significance of making conscious choices about what we eat and drink, and the impact it can have on our bodies. They also share their own morning routines and the practices they incorporate to take care of their physical health. The conversation highlights the need for education and awareness about nutrition and the role it plays in preventing and managing chronic diseases.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
03:36 The Lack of Nutrition Education in Medical School
06:01 The Benefits and Caution of Intermittent Fasting
11:36 The Impact of the Standard American Diet on Health
18:21 Meal Prepping and Reducing Late-Night Snacking
22:36 The Importance of Hydration
26:21 The Need for Accessible and Simple Nutrition Education
32:57 The Impact of Liquid Calories
35:22 Utilizing Smoothies for Nutrition
36:19 Behavior and Mindset Shift for Better Health
37:10 Developing a Consistent Morning Routine
45:42 The Benefits of Cold Plunges and Saunas
49:21 The Limitations of Traditional Medicine
54:04 The Importance of Nutrition Education
57:28 Simple Tips for Better Health
01:00:52 The Most Nutritious Food: Eggs
01:01:50 Free and Easy Health Tip: Water and Meal Timing
01:02:27 The Power of Nutrition Education
01:03:26 Reflecting on Past Health Choices
01:05:43 Disclaimer and Conclusion
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