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Summary of Transcript:
In this podcast episode, Sean Stevenson, a nutritional expert, host of the Model Health Show, and author of the book Eat Smarter, is interviewed by Dr. Gundry. Sean shares his story of how he was an aspiring athlete at 15 and suffered a broken hip from running. He was diagnosed with an incurable degenerative disc disease and given bed rest and prescriptions. He asked himself what he could do to improve and discovered that his bones were not getting the nutrients they needed from his diet. He changed his diet to provide his body with the raw materials it needed to regenerate, and this changed his body and his mind. He encourages listeners to seek a second or third opinion before taking drastic action and to understand food’s role in creating a better version of themselves.
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Summary of Description:
Shawn Stevenson and Dr. Gundry discuss why fat is not the enemy, the truth about calories, and how much protein is necessary for optimal health. They provide insight into how to make healthy lifestyle choices and debunk the myths about the diet industry.
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Fat Isn’t the Enemy: Exploring the Truth About Calories and Protein with Shawn Stevenson
We all know that our food affects our health, but it can be hard to know what to believe. On this episode of The Dr. Gundry Podcast, I’m joined by Shawn Stevenson, host of The Model Health Show and best-selling author of Eat Smarter. We dive deep into the truth about calories, fat, and protein and discuss why fat isn’t the enemy.
Calories: Not All Created Equal
We discuss why it’s important to look at the source of the calories and the food quality rather than just the number of calories. When it comes to calories, not all are created equal. For example, a calorie from processed food differs from a calorie from a fresh vegetable.
The Real Enemy: Processed Foods
Shawn and I talk about why processed foods are the real enemy. Processed foods are often loaded with sugar, unhealthy fats, and chemicals, leading to weight gain, inflammation, and other health problems. We discuss why it’s important to avoid processed foods and focus on whole, unprocessed foods instead.
The Truth About Fat
Contrary to popular belief, fat isn’t the enemy. Certain types of fat are essential for optimal health. We discuss why it’s important to get the right kinds of fat, such as omega-3 fatty acids, and why it’s important to avoid unhealthy fats, such as trans fats.
The Right Amount of Protein
Protein is essential for building and maintaining muscle, but too much can harm your health. Shawn and I discuss why it’s important to get the right amount of protein for optimal health and why it’s important to focus on quality sources of protein, such as lean meats, eggs, and plant-based proteins.
Conclusion
Shawn and I had a great conversation about the importance of looking at the source of calories, avoiding processed foods, getting the right fat, and getting the right amount of protein. We hope this discussion helps you make better food choices and achieve optimal health.
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Source Description
Shawn Stevenson, the host of The Model Health Show and best-selling author of Eat Smarter, chats with me about why fat ISN’T the enemy, the TRUTH about calories, and the amount of protein you NEED for optimal health.
Full transcript and show notes: drgundry.com/shawn-Stevenson
