MAFIA MOMENTS: Anti-Inflammation Diet with Ali Miller

In this Mafia Moments episode, we had on Ali Miller who previously joined us on episode 226. The discussion of this clip centers on functional integrative medicine, the benefits of an ancestral diet, and the science behind ketosis. The guest emphasizes the interconnectedness of body systems and the importance of seeking root causes rather than just treating symptoms. They highlight the limitations of the industrialized medical system and its reliance on diagnostic codes (ICD-10). The conversation also covers personal health journeys, including overcoming Hashimoto's and anxiety through nutrient-dense diets.

Key points include the rapid health improvements experienced with an ancestral diet, the benefits of ketosis for mood and cognition, and the role of ketones in reducing oxidative stress and enhancing immune function. The historical context of ketosis is explored, noting how modern dietary changes have impacted metabolic health. The discussion also delves into the complexities of women's health and ketosis, highlighting the need for individualized approaches based on stress levels and hormonal health.

Practical dietary tips are shared, such as the importance of bone broth and seasonal eating. The guest advocates for a vibrant, nutrient-dense diet that incorporates a variety of foods to optimize health and leverage the hormetic effects of plant-based compounds. Personalized nutrition strategies are emphasized, considering the individual's health status and balancing hormetic stress with inflammation control.

- Functional Integrative Medicine: Emphasizes interconnectedness of body systems and root cause analysis.
- Industrialized Medical System: Limitations due to reliance on ICD-10 diagnostic codes.
- Personal Health Journey: Overcoming Hashimoto's and anxiety with nutrient-dense ancestral diet.
- Benefits of Ketosis: Improves mood, cognition, reduces oxidative stress, and enhances immune function.
- Historical Context: Modern dietary changes have reduced metabolic health compared to the past.
- Women's Health and Ketosis: Individualized approaches based on stress levels and hormonal health.
- Practical Dietary Tips: Importance of bone broth, seasonal eating, and nutrient-dense diets.
- Hormetic Effects: Benefits of plant-based compounds for antioxidant capacity.
- Personalized Nutrition: Tailoring diet based on individual health status and balancing hormetic stress with inflammation control.