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LEVELS – A Whole New Level

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Dec 7, 2023 • 59min

#239 – Big Ag feeds into Big Pharma: Metabolic health benefits from regenerative farming | Dr. Robert Lustig & Ben Grynol - (Replay)

Dr. Robert Lustig, an expert in metabolic health, and Ben Grynol, a wellness tech industry professional, delve into the impact of regenerative farming on metabolic health. They discuss topics like the dangers of pesticides, the difference between soil and dirt, the negative consequences of monoculture farming, and the need for more informed consumer choices. This episode provides valuable insights into the relationship between food production, metabolic health, and the wellness tech industry.
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Nov 23, 2023 • 1h 8min

#238 - How regenerative farming boosts soil health and the nutrient content of the plants and animals we eat | Will Harris & Dr. Casey Means

Expert in regenerative farming Will Harris and proponent Dr. Casey Means discuss the depletion of soil, birth of industrialized farming, antibiotic resistance, and the need for change at the consumer level. They highlight the importance of animals expressing instinctive behavior and the differences between organic and regenerative farming. They also discuss shifting towards reigniting natural cycles and the impact of technology on society.
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Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 34min

#237 - Erectile dysfunction may mean chronic disease & early death | Dr. Merrill Matschke & Dr. Casey Means - (Replay)

Dr. Merrill Matschke and Dr. Casey Means discuss the connection between metabolic dysfunction and erectile dysfunction, how ED develops, oxidative stress, the importance of testosterone levels in insulin sensitivity, and the role of diet, exercise, and sleep. They also talk about the reasons for dropping testosterone levels and the need for improvement in our healthcare system.
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Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 33min

#236 - How keto improves brain health and weight loss and combats chronic disease and disorders such as ADHD | Dr. Annette Bosworth & Dr. Casey Means

Dr. Annette Bosworth and Dr. Casey Means discuss the benefits of the keto diet for brain health and weight loss. They explore topics such as the value of ketones as fuel, adapting to ketosis, cognitive impairment, behavior change, metabolic dysfunction, getting kids to eat healthfully, and the food industry's profit-driven motives. The podcast also touches on the use of continuous glucose monitors and ketone monitors, the role of exogenous ketones, and the transformative power of the ketogenic diet for individuals with Down Syndrome.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 28min

#235 – Understanding predictive markers of metabolic dysfunction | Dr. Sara Gottfried & Dr. Casey Means - (Replay)

Dr. Sara Gottfried, pioneer in health, research, and education, discusses topics from her new book. They cover the importance of metabolic health, tracking glucose levels, the impact of a ketogenic diet on women, hormones in women's metabolic health, democratizing access to metabolic health data, the predictive ability of glucose levels for type two diabetes risk, and collaboration and empowerment.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 1h 2min

#234 - Why your workout isn’t working for you and what to do instead for improved metabolic health and body composition | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon & Dr. Casey Means

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon and Dr. Casey Means discuss the importance of strength-training and protein intake for muscle mass and metabolic health, highlighting why gaining muscle is more important than losing fat. They also address the benefits of focusing on metabolic health during menopause and the significance of tracking glucose levels for weight management and disease prevention.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 60min

#233 - Big Food, Big Sugar & how they affect our metabolic health today | Dr. Robert Lustig & Ben Grynol - (Replay)

Dr. Robert Lustig and Ben Grynol discuss the impact of Big Food and Big Sugar industries on our metabolic health. They delve into topics such as the manipulation tactics used by these industries, the dangers of sugar, and the need for behavior and policy change.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 27min

#232 - How do you afford nutritious food when you live in a food desert and why investing in nutrition is an investment in yourself | Shawn Stevenson & Dr. Casey Means

Shawn Stevenson, author of the Eat Smarter Family Cookbook, discusses his journey from limited access to whole foods to transforming his eating habits. Dr. Casey Means explores the impact of environment and culture on food choices. They discuss the effects of ultra-processed foods, controlling controllables, and the power of dominant questions. They also emphasize the importance of family meals and shifting focus towards personal and community change.
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Sep 21, 2023 • 1h 57min

#231 – Adaptation and why it’s important to our metabolic health, stress, and trauma | Dr. Casey Means & Dr. Molly Maloof - (Replay)

Experts Dr. Casey Means and Dr. Molly Maloof discuss the importance of adaptation in relation to metabolic health, stress, and trauma. They delve into topics such as the root causes of disease, global human disconnection, love and oxytocin, addiction, and increasing physical and emotional adaptation.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 1h 29min

#230 - How the ketogenic diet may work as a medical therapy for various conditions such as migraine, epilepsy, mental health issues, and more | Beth Zupec-Kania, Denise Potter & Dr. Dominic D’Agostino

Beth Zupec-Kania, Denise Potter & Dr. Dominic D’Agostino discuss the benefits of the ketogenic diet as a medical therapy for various conditions, customizing keto for dietary preferences, easing into the change with a pre-keto diet, and reducing or eliminating medications under supervision. They explore nutrient intake improvement, customization of the diet, the impact on brain functioning, and the uniqueness of the ketogenic diet. They also share experiences with fermented dairy, personal diets, ketone supplements, and discuss integrating the diet with medications for conditions such as bipolar disorder and epilepsy.

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