The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey
A Healthy Gut Can Reverse Disease – Dr. Steven Gundry : 1123
Jan 9, 2024
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Steven Gundry, a renowned cardiothoracic surgeon and a pioneer in nutrition, delves into the transformative power of gut health. He shares groundbreaking insights from his latest research, including the connection between the microbiome and disease reversal. Topics include the impact of dietary choices, the truth about gluten and leaky gut, and surprising findings on nicotine and longevity. Dr. Gundry emphasizes the importance of understanding our diet's role in hormone regulation and mental health, challenging conventional beliefs with compelling evidence.
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- Smoking in certain Blue Zones has a protective effect against coronary artery disease, stroke, and lung cancer due to their diets rich in antioxidants.
- The presence of antioxidants in the diets of smokers in Blue Zones contributes to their lower incidence of Parkinson's disease.
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Smoking in the Blue Zones
The Blue Zones, regions associated with longevity, have high rates of male smokers, but lower rates of smoking among women. In Sardinia, the mountainous regions with male smokers have longer lifespans compared to the coastal areas where smoking rates among women are higher. Similar patterns are observed in other Blue Zones like Ikaria, Greece, and Achiroly. Studies have shown that smokers in these communities have lower incidence of coronary artery disease, stroke, and lung cancer compared to non-smokers. While nicotine is involved, the protective effect is likely due to their diets rich in antioxidants.
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