On Purpose with Jay Shetty Mark Hyman ON: How Food Can Heal or Damage Your Health & Biological Secrets to Longevity
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Jan 2, 2023 
Mark Hyman, a leading expert in functional medicine and bestselling author, shares insights on the profound effects of diet on overall health. He discusses how ultra-processed foods can increase mortality risks and the importance of mindful eating for longevity. Hyman emphasizes the connection between dietary habits and mental well-being, offering holistic strategies for improving health. He unveils the critical role of proteins and the impact of lifestyle changes on biological aging, highlighting that we truly are what we eat.
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Diet and Gut Health
- The link between diet, gut health, longevity, and aging is becoming increasingly relevant.
- Many people are now realizing the impact of food on their well-being.
Food as Information
- Many patients, even well-educated ones, are unaware of food's impact on health.
- Food acts as information, influencing our biology and impacting disease development.
Foundational Self-Care
- Prioritize foundational self-care practices like food, exercise, and stress reduction.
- Focus on a plant-rich diet, adequate protein, exercise, and quality sleep.
