Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+ Ep. 515 Stop Following Bad Nutrition Advice – The Most Eye-Opening Diet Myths Debunked with Robb Wolf
Nov 5, 2025
Robb Wolf, a former research biochemist and bestselling author, dives deep into the world of nutrition myths. He unpacks the dangers of diet dogmatism and explains how oversimplifying nutrition can mislead us. The conversation highlights the gut health implications of Giardia and the benefits of sun exposure. Robb also discusses the seed oil debate, suggesting they aren't the villains they're made out to be. He explores how modern eating habits contribute to overeating and the importance of personalized dietary approaches for better health.
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Outrage Fuels Diet Echo Chambers
- Social media incentives amplify outrage and entrench diet tribes into echo chambers.
- Robb Wolf says this dynamic prevents nuanced discussion and promotes rigid dogmatism.
A Long Battle With Giardia
- Robb Wolf discovered he had chronic Giardia and a roundworm that damaged his gut for years.
- He treated infections pharmacologically and used antibiofilm agents, then gradually expanded his diet as his gut healed.
Try Diets For 30 Days Then Assess
- Test interventions for a limited period and evaluate objective changes like labs and performance.
- Robb Wolf recommends a 30-day trial with pre/post assessment before committing long-term.
