The Dr. Hyman Show Predicting & Preventing Disease with Precision Medicine | Dr. Jeremy Nicholson
Oct 2, 2024
Dr. Jeremy Nicholson, a pioneer in phenomic medicine, discusses groundbreaking advancements in precision medicine. He explores how tailored treatments based on individual biology can revolutionize healthcare. Jeremy delves into the significance of the exposome, revealing how environmental factors influence health outcomes. He highlights the role of the microbiome in disease prevention and discusses innovative diagnostics like metabolic profiling to predict health risks. The conversation also touches on the complexities of Long COVID and the need for personalized medical approaches.
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Lifestyle for Longevity
- Prioritize a healthy diet and regular exercise for a longer, healthier life.
- These simple habits, along with not smoking, can prevent 80% of premature cardiovascular deaths.
Occult Long COVID
- COVID-19 leaves lasting biochemical changes, even in asymptomatic individuals, termed "occult long COVID".
- This discovery highlights the potential for long-term health consequences, even after seemingly mild infections.
Long COVID's True Nature
- Long COVID isn't a single disease, but a collection of accelerated pre-existing conditions revealed by COVID-19.
- This understanding shifts the focus from treating long COVID as a novel illness to addressing its underlying components.