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Breaking The Sugar Cycle, How to Use Food as Medicine, The Science of Metabolic Health & The Truth About Detoxification with Dr Mark Hyman #545

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Apr 8, 2025

Dr. Mark Hyman, a leading figure in Functional Medicine, shares powerful insights on metabolic health and the impact of food on mood. He challenges the notion of 'healthy' breakfasts, urging listeners to prioritize protein over sugar. Hyman discusses the benefits of a 10-day detox plan, the issues surrounding modern wheat and dairy, and food addiction. With an evidence-based approach, he encourages taking charge of one’s health and understanding the importance of nutrition education in medical practices. Get ready to rethink your relationship with food!

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ADVICE

Protein-Packed Breakfasts

Prioritize protein and healthy fats for breakfast to optimize metabolic health.
Avoid sugary cereals, muffins, bagels, and sugary drinks, as they negatively impact insulin levels and lead to cravings.

INSIGHT

Breakfast's Impact on Metabolism

Starting the day with sugar triggers a metabolic cascade, increasing hunger and cravings.
This behavior, if repeated, contributes to weight gain, belly fat, and metabolic dysfunction like prediabetes.

INSIGHT

Breakfast and Stress Hormones

Consuming sugar and starch for breakfast elevates stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline.
Chronically high cortisol contributes to belly fat, high blood pressure, diabetes, and cognitive impairment.

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Is your ‘healthy’ breakfast actually dessert in disguise? Why is it that so many of us are struggling these days with our metabolic health? What is the relationship between our food and mood? And, what is the real deal with detox?

My guest today is someone, who for many years, has been leading a global health revolution, one revolved around using food as medicine, to support longevity, energy, mood and happiness.

Dr Mark Hyman has been a practising medical doctor for several decades and an internationally recognised leader, speaker and educator in the field of Functional Medicine. He is co-founder and the chief medical officer of Function Health, founder of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine and the author of an incredible fifteen New York Times best-selling books.

This is Mark’s 4th appearance on my podcast and in today’s conversation we cover a variety of fascinating topics, including:

The science of metabolic health
How to break your reliance on sugar
The connection between food and mood
The multiple benefits of starting your day with protein
The 10-Day food plan that can transform your energy, mood and digestion
The problem that many people face with modern wheat and dairy
The truth about food addiction
The simple but effective method that can enhance the way you eliminate environmental toxins.

Throughout our conversation, Mark's passion for empowering people to take charge of their health shines through. His accessible, evidence-based approach offers practical steps anyone can take. As he reminds us, small daily improvements in diet, movement and stress management compound over time – and it's never too late to start.

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