In "The Salt Fix," James DiNicolantonio challenges conventional wisdom on salt intake, arguing that moderate salt consumption is crucial for health. He presents evidence suggesting that low-salt diets can negatively impact various physiological processes, including blood pressure regulation, hormone balance, and kidney function. The book explores the historical context of salt recommendations, highlighting potential biases and flaws in research methodologies. DiNicolantonio advocates for a more nuanced approach to salt intake, emphasizing individual needs and the importance of considering overall dietary patterns. He provides practical advice on how to incorporate healthy amounts of salt into one's diet.
Superfuel cuts through the confusion about dietary fats, revealing which fats support health and which do not. It discusses topics such as the benefits of saturated fats, the risks of vegetable oils, and the importance of omega-3 and omega-6 balance. The book also explores a cyclical ketogenic diet and provides guidance on cooking oils and supplements like fish oil and flax oil.
In "The Longevity Solution," James DiNicolantonio and Jason Fung delve into the science of extending lifespan and healthspan. They explore various lifestyle factors that influence aging, including diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management. The book emphasizes the importance of metabolic health and the role of insulin resistance in the aging process. DiNicolantonio and Fung discuss the benefits of intermittent fasting and other dietary strategies for promoting longevity. They also highlight the significance of nutrient optimization and the potential of specific supplements to support healthy aging. The book offers a comprehensive approach to achieving a longer, healthier life.
In 'The UltraMind Solution,' Dr. Mark Hyman explains that many mental and psychological disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and memory loss, are rooted in physical and biochemical imbalances in the body. He proposes a six-week plan to correct these imbalances through optimizing nutrition, balancing hormones, reducing inflammation, and other lifestyle changes. The book emphasizes the importance of functional medicine, focusing on the body's natural healing processes rather than just managing symptoms with drugs or psychotherapy. By following the outlined steps, readers can achieve an 'UltraMind' that is highly focused, able to pay attention at will, has a strong memory, and leaves them feeling calm, confident, in control, and in good spirits.
This episode is brought to you by Paleovalley, Athletic Greens, and InsideTracker.
The RDA, or Recommended Dietary Allowance, for minerals is set to prevent deficiency, not to optimize health. Yet even small amounts of mineral insufficiency can lead to big problems. Unfortunately, the majority of Americans are deficient in the mineral and essential nutrient magnesium.
In today’s episode, I talk with Dr. James DiNicolantonio, Dr. Todd LePine, and Dr. Elizabeth Boham about the importance of magnesium and selecting the best form of magnesium for your personal needs.
Dr. James DiNicolantonio is a Doctor of Pharmacy and a cardiovascular research scientist. He has contributed extensively to health policy and has testified in front of the Canadian Senate regarding the harms of added sugars. He serves as the associate editor of the British Medical Journal’s Open Heart, a journal published in partnership with the British Cardiovascular Society, and is on the editorial advisory boards of several other medical journals. He is the author or coauthor of over 250 publications in the medical literature. He also is the author of five bestselling health books, The Salt Fix, Superfuel, The Longevity Solution, The Immunity Fix, and The Mineral Fix.
Dr. Todd LePine graduated from Dartmouth Medical School and is board certified in Internal Medicine, specializing in Integrative Functional Medicine. He is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. Prior to joining The UltraWellness Center, he worked as a physician at Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA. Dr. LePine’s focus at The UltraWellness Center is to help his patients achieve optimal health and vitality by restoring the natural balance to both the mind and the body.
Dr. Elizabeth Boham is a physician and nutritionist who practices Functional Medicine at The UltraWellness Center in Lenox, MA. Through her practice and lecturing she has helped thousands of people achieve their goals of optimum health and wellness. She witnesses the power of nutrition every day in her practice and is committed to training other physicians to utilize nutrition in healing.
This episode is brought to you by Paleovalley, Athletic Greens, and InsideTracker.
Paleovalley is offering my listeners 15% off their entire first order. Just go to paleovalley.com/hyman to check out all their clean Paleo products and take advantage of this deal.
Right now, Athletic Greens is offering 10 FREE travel packs with your first purchase by visiting athleticgreens.com/hyman.
Right now InsideTracker is offering my community 20% off at insidetracker.com/drhyman.
Full-length episodes of these interviews can be found here:
Dr. Mark Hyman
Dr. James DiNicolantonio
Dr. Todd LePine
Dr. Elizabeth Boham
The Dr. Hyman Show 
