

TMHS 877: How Food Shapes Your Body, Diet Fighting, and 3 Best Brain Foods
36 snips Mar 12, 2025
Max Lugavere, a New York Times bestselling author and science researcher, dives deep into the powerful connection between food and health. He discusses the impact of ultra-processed foods on American diets, particularly for children, and emphasizes the benefits of family meals. Lugavere highlights the best brain foods and shares insights on why personalized nutrition matters. He also advocates for compassion in dietary beliefs, encouraging listeners to create supportive eating environments for healthier choices.
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Food's Crucial Role
- Food makes up every cell, organelle, hormone, and neurotransmitter in our bodies.
- Doctors often lack sufficient nutrition education, overlooking food's vital role in health.
Body's Adaptations
- The human body adapts to unhealthy circumstances, and diseases like type 2 diabetes are examples of these adaptations.
- The body finds ways to operate under less-than-ideal conditions.
Ultra-Processed Diets
- Ultra-processed foods make up approximately 60% of the average American diet.
- This percentage has increased over time, particularly for children, with potential negative health outcomes.