There are billions of dollars made in the supplement industry every year, but do you really need nutritional supplements, or is it all just marketing hype?
If you've ever wondered if supplements are even worth taking, this podcast episode is for you!
In this episode, Functional Medicine doctor Mark Hyman interviews nutritionist, author, and dietary researcher, Chris Kresser, about why supplements may be of value in supporting a healthy lifestyle.
You'll learn why people don't actually get the same amount of nutrients from food today as our ancestors did, why we may not be absorbing enough nutrients from the healthy foods that we do eat, why a global food system is harming our health, why today's recommended daily amounts (RDAs) of nutrients are woefully inadequate, and more.
You'll also learn about nutrient synergy, signs of deficiencies, whether you should worry about nutrient toxicity, so be sure to check it out and watch below!
If you've ever wondered if supplements are even worth taking, this podcast episode is for you!
In this episode, Functional Medicine doctor Mark Hyman interviews nutritionist, author, and dietary researcher, Chris Kresser, about why supplements may be of value in supporting a healthy lifestyle.
You'll learn why people don't actually get the same amount of nutrients from food today as our ancestors did, why we may not be absorbing enough nutrients from the healthy foods that we do eat, why a global food system is harming our health, why today's recommended daily amounts (RDAs) of nutrients are woefully inadequate, and more.
You'll also learn about nutrient synergy, signs of deficiencies, whether you should worry about nutrient toxicity, so be sure to check it out and watch below!
Chris Kresser M.S., L.Ac. is the co-founder of the California Center for Functional Medicine, the founder of Kresser Institute, the host of the top-ranked health podcast Revolution Health Radio, the creator of ChrisKresser.com, and the New York Times best-selling author of The Paleo Cure and Unconventional Medicine.
Chris is one of the most respected clinicians and educators in the fields of Functional Medicine and ancestral health and has trained over 2,000 clinicians and health coaches from over 50 countries in his unique approach.
Here's a quick guide to what you'll learn in this special interview:
Chris is one of the most respected clinicians and educators in the fields of Functional Medicine and ancestral health and has trained over 2,000 clinicians and health coaches from over 50 countries in his unique approach.
Here's a quick guide to what you'll learn in this special interview:
- Do we really need to take supplements? (5:14)
- Why our food is less nutritious than it used to be (13:32)
- Can you really get your nutrients from food? (15:28)
- The prevalence of, and most common, nutritional deficiencies (16:27 )
- Testing your nutrient levels (21:35)
- Symptoms of common nutrient deficiencies (29:03)
- Can you take too much or overdose on nutrients? (41:57)
- What to look for in a quality vitamin or supplement (51:37 )
- What nutrients are provided by plant vs animal foods (59:41)
- The most nutrient-dense foods (1:10:23)
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To your health,
Rose.
To your health,
Rose.
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