Podcast | Cynthia Thurlow

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Ep. 381 Addressing Insulin Resistance: Effective Strategies with Dr. Ted Naiman

I am delighted to connect with Dr. Nathan Bryan, an international leader in Molecular Medicine, biochemistry, and nitric oxide today. He was the first ever to describe nitrites and nitrates as indispensable nutrients for cardiovascular health. Having been involved in nitric oxide research for the past 18 years, he has made many seminal discoveries in that area.
After hearing Dr. Bryan speak on the podcast of a colleague, I decided to bring him into the Everyday Wellness Community. In today’s discussion, we explore the role of nitric oxide as a signaling molecule crucial for communication within the body and examine how modern lifestyles affect nitric oxide production, looking at how to differentiate between the two nitric oxide pathways and understanding why our lifestyle choices significantly impact that. We discuss the importance of the oral microbiome and symbiosis, the harmful effects of fluoride, proton pump inhibitors, and mouthwash on our health, and cover the symptoms of low nitric oxide production, the impact of modern farming practices on the nutrient quality of our foods, and the differences between organic and conventional crops. Dr. Bryan highlights the importance of gender differences in nitric oxide production, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. We also explore various factors to avoid, the benefits of tongue scraping, the role of hydrochloric acid, and the importance of genetic testing for supporting nitric oxide production, and Dr. Bryan shares his view on how lifestyle choices and nitric oxide supplementation are as crucial as HRT in the aging process.
I am confident you will love this conversation with Dr. Nathan Bryan as much as I enjoyed recording it.

Ep. 380 Seed Oils and Health: Exploring Their Impact with Cate Shanahan, MD

Ep. 379 Understanding Nitric Oxide and Its Impact on Our Health with Dr. Nathan Bryan

Ep. 378 Calm Your Mind with Food: Nutrition’s Role in Mental Health with Dr. Uma Naidoo

Today, I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Uma Naidoo, who joined me once before for episode 173.
Dr. Naidoo is an awarded and board-certified Harvard nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutritional biologist. She is the Founder and Director of the first-ever hospital-based nutritional and metabolic psychiatry service in the United States at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at the MGH Academy.

In our enlightening conversation, Dr. Naidoo talks about her latest book, Calm Your Mind With Food, and we dive into the impact of anxiety during the pandemic. We explore how anxiety influences our susceptibility to metabolic diseases, autoimmunity, and Alzheimer’s, and the difference between processed foods and homemade meals. Dr. Naidoo emphasizes the pivotal role of nutrition in mental health, particularly the interplay between the enteric nervous system, the vagus nerve, and brain function.

Our discussion also covers the scientific underpinnings of the gut microbiome, the pitfalls of non-nutritive sweeteners and sugars, and the critical roles of neurotransmitters and neuroinflammation. She also elucidates the concept of leptin and its resistance, critiques nutritional trends like the low-fat craze, and clarifies the nuanced impacts of carbohydrates, fiber, and plant-based versus omnivorous diets.

I am sure you will find this conversation with Dr. Uma Naidoo as valuable and enjoyable as I did.

Ep. 377 Unlocking the Benefits of Essential Amino Acids for Muscle Health with Angelo Keely

I am delighted to connect with Angelo Keely today, the Co-founder and CEO of Kion.
Angelo started Kion in 2017, aspiring to create an unparalleled and healthy work culture within a high-growth consumer products company dedicated to motivating their customers to continue along their journeys to personal health.
In our conversation, we explore the advantages of essential amino acids (EAAs), their role in muscle function, how they differ from branched-chain amino acids, and their impact on metabolic processes. We explain the importance of sourcing around essential amino acids, address concerns related to muscle loss, caloric restriction, and fasting, and discuss how EAAs support overall muscle health. Angelo also shares his insights on caffeine, creatine, omega-3s, stress management, and sleep.
Stay tuned for today’s informative and engaging conversation with Angelo Keely.

Ep. 376 Practical Solutions to Manage Perimenopause and Menopause Symptoms with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Today, I am thrilled to reconnect with a previous guest, Dr. Mary Claire Haver.
Dr. Haver is a board-certified OBGYN, a certified menopause provider, and the founder of Mary Claire Wellness, a private medical practice focusing on women in midlife. Her best-selling book, the Galveston Diet, and her latest New York Times best-seller, The New Menopause, are fabulous resources for middle-aged women.
In our discussion today, we dive into various aspects of perimenopause, looking at the associated challenges. We discuss factors accelerating ovarian aging, the role of contraception, mental health shifts, and the often delayed diagnosis of premature ovarian insufficiency. We examine the differences between hormone replacement therapy and oral contraceptives, discussing the importance of advocacy for women’s health and the benefits of vaginal estrogen. We explore the disparity in federal funding for women’s health research, the impact of the Women’s Health Initiative, body composition changes, the estrabolome, the 30 Plant Challenge, and the advantages of HRT. Dr. Haver also talks about her preferred supplements.
I’m sure you will find this conversation a valuable resource that you will likely revisit several times.