Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Food, Not Lack of Exercise, Fuels Obesity
Oct 6, 2025
Explore how obesity isn't just about exercise; it's heavily influenced by diet, especially ultraprocessed foods that disrupt hunger signals. Learn why body fat percentage is a better health marker than BMI. The hosts discuss the impact of modern diets on metabolism, highlighting the need to avoid vegetable oils and choose gentle carbs. They also provide practical tips to reduce estrogen exposure and lower EMF levels. Discover actionable steps to reclaim your food environment and boost metabolic health through informed choices.
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Food, Not Activity, Drives Obesity
- Wealthier, industrialized populations burn as much or more energy than foragers yet have higher body fat.
- Ultra-processed diets, not lower activity, closely track obesity across populations.
Body Fat Percentage Over BMI
- Body fat percentage reveals metabolic risk more accurately than BMI, which can be skewed by muscle or bone.
- Modern diets lower basal metabolic rate and increase absorption, promoting fat storage even with high activity.
How Ultra-Processed Foods Alter Hunger
- Ultra-processed foods mute satiety signals and make calories easier to store, raising adiposity.
- Traditional minimally processed diets correlate with leaner bodies and fewer metabolic problems.