Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2020: The Truth About Inflammation With Dr. Stephen Cabral
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Feb 27, 2023 
Dr. Stephen Cabral, a functional medicine doctor specializing in inflammation, shares fascinating insights into the dual nature of this bodily process. He talks about how inflammation can be both beneficial and harmful, especially in relation to exercise. The conversation dives into the impact of pro-inflammatory foods, cholesterol management with natural supplements, and dietary choices like grass-fed versus grain-fed. Listeners also learn about effective strategies to manage inflammation through nutrition and lifestyle, culminating in a call to action for health monitoring.
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Inflammation Sweet Spot
- Too little inflammation can make you overly sensitive to stressors, hindering your ability to handle them.
- Gradual exposure to stressors is crucial for maintaining a healthy stress response and avoiding exaggerated inflammation.
Pro-Inflammatory Foods
- Limit consumption of vegetable oils like safflower, sunflower, soybean, and canola oils.
- These oils are highly inflammatory and contribute to various health issues.
Arachidonic Acid and Muscle Gain
- Arachidonic acid, found in red meat, can increase muscle growth and strength but also soreness and joint stiffness.
- Sal DiStefano's personal experience with arachidonic acid supplements illustrates this trade-off.