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In this YouTube video, Dr. William Li discusses the importance of rethinking our relationship with body fat. Fat is not necessarily bad, and in fact, it is an organ in our body with multiple functions such as keeping us warm, cushioning our organs, acting as a fuel tank, and secreting hormones such as leptin and adiponectin. There are two colors of fat: white and brown. White fat can be subcutaneous or visceral, with visceral fat being harmful as it can choke our organs and become toxic to our liver. The right amount of fat is important for beauty and health, and the secret to managing it lies within our own body.
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The podcast episode features Dr. William Li, who stresses the importance of using food as a tool for optimizing health. The conversation uncovers the overlooked connection between nutrition and disease, revealing why fat shouldn’t be villainized and how body fat can affect health. The episode also provides tips for burning fat, such as eating specific nuts and drinking certain beverages, and discusses the four phases of metabolism.
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Food: The Powerful Tool for Optimizing Health
Food is an essential part of life, and we all know the importance of eating a balanced diet. However, what most people don’t realize is that food is one of the most powerful tools we have for optimizing our health. In this episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy, Dr. William Li and Dr. Mark Hyman discuss the power of food in preventing illness and disease.
The Missing Piece
Dr. Li discusses what most doctors usually fail to do when it comes to illness prevention. He explains that doctors tend to focus too much on treatment rather than prevention. The result is that most people only seek medical attention when they are already sick. Dr. Li notes that food has the power to prevent and even reverse chronic illnesses.
Fat & Health
Dr. Li also dispels the myth that all fat is bad for us. He explains that fat is essential for the normal functioning of the body. In fact, certain types of fat are good for us. He discusses the importance of understanding the two types of body fat- white and brown. He explains how each type affects our health and why we need to know about them.
The Problem with Overeating
Dr. Li notes that overloading on food can cause fat poisoning. He describes what this means and why it is essential to prevent it. He discusses a simple way to control our food intake to prevent the accumulation of excess fat.
Losing Weight
Dr. Li further explains how losing just five pounds of body fat can have significant benefits for our longevity. He notes that we can utilize our fat to burn more fat. He recommends foods that activate this process and shrink waist circumference.
Boosting Metabolism
Dr. Li and Dr. Hyman delve into the four real phases of metabolism. They explore the aging process and why it does not have to slow down our metabolism. They also discuss simple tricks that can make it easier for our bodies to burn more fat. They also recommend beverages, including green tea and coffee, to optimize metabolism.
The Power of Nuts
Dr. Li recommends a handful of certain nuts a day that can shrink waist circumference and streamline metabolism. He explains the science behind nuts and how they can benefit our health.
The Holy Trinity of Beverages
Dr. Li and Dr. Hyman discuss the “holy trinity” of beverages that can optimize metabolism. They recommend water, green tea, and coffee as the ideal beverages for metabolic health.
In conclusion, food is a powerful tool that we can use to optimize our health. Dr. Li and Dr. Hyman highlight the importance of understanding the role of fats in our bodies, and the adverse effects of overeating. They explain how food, through its certain nutrients and antioxidants, can prevent and even reverse illnesses. Lastly, they recommend simple lifestyle changes, such as consuming certain nuts and beverages, that can have an enormous impact on our health.
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When was the last time your doctor prescribed you a bowl of leafy greens or a handful of mushrooms?
Unless you’re my patient, probably never!
And it’s unfortunate – because the truth is, FOOD is one of the most powerful tools we have for optimizing our health.
In this episode, my guest couldn’t agree more. I welcome back Dr. William Li, physician, scientist, and author of Eat To Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself.
Dr. Li and I reveal what most doctors MISS when it comes to illness prevention, the shocking science behind nutrition and disease, and the health-transforming foods everyone should be consuming on a daily basis.
On this episode you’ll learn:
– Why we should NOT villainize fat (and how you can rethink the relationship between body fat and health)
– The 2 colors of body fat you NEED to know about (and how each type affects your health)
– Why I always say “fat in your gut – you’re out of luck” (and what you can do about stubborn belly fat)
– Why overloading on food can cause fat poisoning – what this means and the simple way to prevent this
– How losing just 5 pounds of body fat can have big payouts toward your longevity
– How you can utilize your fat to burn more fat (and the foods that activate this process)
– Why a handful of THESE nuts a day can shrink your waist circumference and streamline your metabolism
– The four real phases of metabolism (and why aging does NOT mean slowing down)
– The simple tricks that make it easier for your body to burn more fat
– The “holy trinity” of beverages that can optimize metabolism
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