The BITTER TRUTH About Sugar: How It's KILLING YOU! | David Perlmutter & Lewis Howes

Good vs Bad Fats

David Perlmutter emphasizes the significance of fats in our diet, distinguishing between beneficial and harmful types. He advocates for the consumption of good fats like extra virgin olive oil and omega-3s, which are crucial for building cell membranes and supporting brain function. However, he warns against processed vegetable oils such as canola and soybean oil, which can negatively impact cellular health 1.

The good fats are a blessing. Eat all the extra virgin olive oil. You can put your hands on organic fats, like good sources of omega three s, but by all means, you really want to avoid the processed vegetable oils.

--- David Perlmutter

Lewis Howes and David discuss the importance of sourcing quality olive oil, noting that many commercial products may not be pure 2.

   

Dietary Choices

Dietary choices play a pivotal role in reducing inflammation and promoting health, according to David Perlmutter. He stresses the importance of being one's own health advocate, as mainstream medicine often focuses on treatment rather than prevention 3. Foods high in fructose and sugar, such as soda and sweets, are off-limits for him due to their detrimental health effects.

We've got to be our own advocates. It's very clear mainstream medicine, again, is going to be there. If you need them in an accident or to have surgery, great. But in terms of keeping you healthy, you've got to be your own advocate.

--- David Perlmutter

Perlmutter also discusses the role of continuous glucose monitoring in understanding how foods affect our health, highlighting its potential to provide insights into uric acid levels in the future 4.