88% suffer from metabolic syndrome

[@DoctorMikeHansen]

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[@vicguani2108]

Hi dok can i copy your video and post on my tiktok and Facebook.. Thank you GOD bless

[@tedphillips2501]

GET HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP BANNED AS A FOOD ADDITIVE !

[@alkante2962]

Very interesting subject worth keeping it talked about again and again. It reminds me of Dr Seignalet's book "l'alimentation ou la troisième médecine" published in 1996 already! Exactly what is preconised nowadays. Stunningly precursor in a time where the information network was not what it is now. Also stunningly honest since dr Seignalet warned about the limitations of his diet, he underlined the diseases his diet won't cure. At the time a bit revolutionary in the medical sanhedrin since only terminal patients were sent to him plus suddenly lots of his conservative colleagues ceased to talk to him, considering him like a charlatan and a lunatic. Rip dr Seignalet, nobody's a prophet in his own country...

[@Bella_Thuy]

That's truth 💯 agreed with Dr. Hansen. I Remember my gredgrandma live in a small farm all she ate just natural fresh and she was died her age 115 years old

[@rollinghillsslo]

OUT OF THE CITIES! OUT OF THE CITIES. Sunday Law is imminent. Grow your food. We're on the verge of stupendous crisis. Famine will produce riots. Climate crisis policies will be so severe.

[@2piecesofwood1pieceofrope]

Yes! We need more doctors discussing health and nutrition. Too much emphasis on drugs and surgery. Keep it coming.

[@yvonnes7874]

That's because docs only get very little nutritional education in the standard studies.

[@dcchong8102]

Some doctors forget they are not pharmacists

[@JLilliquist]

Eat your vegetables folks! Legumes and meat are good too. Also not all fruit is created equal - strawberries, banana, blueberry and lemons are a lot healthier than mango or oranges which are very high in sugar and limited in micro nutrients. Nobody gets fat eating plain strawberries all day. They are mostly fiber. I really hated lumping fruits as all equal.

[@JLilliquist]

@@dcchong8102 Some? All Of Them !!

[@datsuntoyy]

@@JLilliquist True Fruits and vegetables are vastly different in their carb, nutrient, fiber and oil content. Even the types of carbs (sugars) are vastly different. Potatoes for example are worse than pure table sugar for people with diabetes. Strawberries you mentioned have a compound that blocks the absorption of some of it's sugars so even what you see in the lab results isn't so accurate. One reason they are Keto friendly.

[@richardmonson8657]

I’ve been on Keto for over 4 years. I lost 45 pounds and have kept it off and no longer take blood pressure medicine. But the most favorable thing about keto is that my joint no longer ache due to inflation. I just feel better day in and day out and. Metabolic panel is much improved.

[@SusanChinnery60]

I have exercised all my life. Started putting on weight post menopause (I am 62) High familial cholesterol since I was 32. Switched to low carb, around 50g a day, intermittent fasting 16/8 and two meals a day. I have lost 10kg, am the lowest weight I have been since my 30's and my cholesterol is the lowest its been in years.

[@patriciap.9034]

My husband recently went to an old Polish bakery for some Ryebread. There had to be about eight people in the bakery and they all had huge boxes of donuts and no one had bought bread. By the way, they were all overweight. I have been cooking from scratch since 14 years old when my parents taught me how to put out old-fashioned meals that were full of vegetables and not just meat. I’m still cooking that way, and I’m in my 70s. Fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, are my go to foods before anything else. Thanks for listening.

[@carolcole570]

Paula, I am in agreement, except for one point. I weigh 125 and have type 2 diabetes. A gigantic no-no is to eat any type of grains. When I do, my b.s. shoots straight thru the roof. Much healthier to eat low carb always.

[@jamesnguyen7069]

donuts are the best !

[@andrewoyster7956]

@@carolcole570That is because, especially if white bread.... those carbs turn into sugar. They remove the good things out of the wheat. You have to eat like, ezekiel bread and such.

[@carolcole570]

@@andrewoyster7956 ANY wheat is off limits. Any rice. Any pasta. All fruit. All starchy beans. Sorry, Andy. Been doing this for 15 years and at 79 years of age, I know exactly what to stay away from. Oh ! Oats , cereal, corn, too.

[@michaelmerenda8646]

You are saving lives Dr. Hansen thank you for bringing a certain standard of education to the public. We aren't getting it in our schools.

[@Stephanie-bh3wq]

Dr. Hansen, as a nursing student going into healthcare I must say that this video is very informative yet digestible. Great content! Subscribed!

[@JLilliquist]

"digestible" what that a pun

[@fabienneroure9995]

Thank you Dr Mike for this great video! I eat a Mediterranean diet, my father is from Provence and my mother from Greece, therefore we cook a lot from scratch! I do eat " junk food " once in awhile.I exercice in moderation and don't look almost 60 years old (next month)! Take care and best wishes!😘❤

[@MeTreesndirt]

U R FaB.

[@MeTreesndirt]

Nothing healthy about white pasta. Change to whole grain anyway.

[@fabienneroure9995]

@@MeTreesndirt 🤗🌼💛

[@fabienneroure9995]

@@MeTreesndirt I actually prefer quinoa and amaranth as opposed to pasta. I do eat pasta once in a while but it's not one of my main pantry staple! Take care🙂

[@truvelocity]

I eat plant based. I eat an increase in protein based plant foods and supplement. The same rules apply as with meat, in that, you have to know “what” to eat. Many overweight vegans exist, because they too, fall into eating processed foods and they think they’re eating healthy.

[@RandomJane104]

Knock the keto "fad" if you want but it's helped me kick the processed foods and sugar and has been sustainable for 4 years. People call it unhealthy but I've kept off 20+ pounds for all of that time and my blood work and blood pressure are all good now and I feel better. No diet ever worked for me. All whole foods in moderation doesn't work for everyone. Some of us do need to avoid regularly eating fruits, grains, and starchy vegetables/beans.

[@marymccombs8289]

Same here. Keto is the only diet I've really been able to stick to. Shortly after I quit consuming sugar, grains, rice and beans, and other foods high in carbs (all high in carbs/starch which turn to sugar in your body) my glucose readings started going down. In less than 6 weeks I went from 7.9 to 6.1. A couple of months later and my glucose is now 5.3. Oh, and I've lost 40 pounds. Feel better than I have in years. I'm spreading the word - keto.

[@carrie893]

Me to. I've been keto for almost 5 years, and even though I don't keep track of macros anymore, I still stick to the diet because it's made me eat healthy. Before keto I never ate vegetables or whole foods, I ate tv dinners and doughnuts. I'll never leave keto

[@misottovoce]

It's so annoying when people who haven't really educated themselves about the ketogenic way of eating criticize it. One has to understand above all what it ISN'T as well as what it really is and delve into the science behind it and what humans ate pre-agriculture era. It certainly is not a 'fad'. I am 'keto' since 3 years, lost 15 kilos (roughly 33 pounds) and since 2.5 years do intermittent fasting. Am now leading my healthyist life at age 72. Three years ago I was certainly insulin resistant.

[@RandomJane104]

@@misottovoce I'm in my late 40's and feel the best I've felt since by 20's. My mother is a type 2 diabetic and my father is pre-diabetic and weighs almost 300 lbs. I am still overweight but at least I'm no longer obese. I'm sure I was insulin resistant. I never get the talk from my doctors anymore. Just "your numbers look great." I had a benign bone tumor removed from my foot 2 years ago . The surgeon asked how I healed like an 18 year old. He was genuinely shock at my recovery time. So I told him my secret. 😀

[@misottovoce]

@@RandomJane104 Bravo, you!

[@soulie1971]

I grew up in a region where everybody seems to have a small vegetable garden and/ or fruit orchard. Mediterranean Diet, eating seasonal natural food, sugar only on special occasion, taking time for and planing your meals /not eating „on the go“ is my mantra. My doctor is always pleasantly surprised with my blood work ! Thank you for the video!

[@elsagrace3893]

USA culture needs to change to accommodate healthy living. It’s not possible now.

[@skinnydee1886]

soulie 1971, Great; keep it up👍 God bless you 🙏

[@JLilliquist]

Vegetables and fruits are completely different, you are stuck with 20th century thinking!!! Eating an orange is almost as bad as having a doughnut. It is sugar with a small amount of vitamin C, on other hand a lemon is the opposite. PS fruit you grow yourself is always better quality. Strawberries are red all the way though not mostly white like commercial ones. The flavor is rich while still being low on calories.

[@soulie1971]

@@JLilliquist you are right! we are growing everything on our own or buying locally/ produced at most 500 km distance from our home. The oranges and lemons are ordered only in season from Sicily and tangerines from Croatia, which is our neighbor.

[@toriless]

@@soulie1971 speaking of Italy, I love Speck, it has the world best bacon flavor without the tons of fat to render out.

[@DannerPlace]

You have a real gift for over-complicating things.

[@Malcolm-Achtman]

I'm not sure why Dr. Mike Hansen recommends looking at the USDA "My Plate" resource for guidance on what to eat. That would be a big mistake in my opinion and in the opinion of many other "experts" I follow. This diet will make you sick or keep you sick for several reasons, including the recommendation to eat grains and the suggestion to go "low fat." I suspect the My Plate protocol is too lenient with respect to fruit consumption and it's likely too restrictive in protein consumption. The My Plate strategy is a variation of the old food pyramid that is responsible for making us sick and placing Americans into the metabolically most unhealthy population in the world.

[@murphydtx]

Dr. Mike Glad that you are pivoting to this area of health

[@RobCLynch]

Went keto in June 2020 and inside 10 months, I'd lost 103 pounds. Fatty liver healed. Joint inflammation cured. Prediabetes is history. Still only consuming two meals per day, fasting 19:5 and never hungry.

[@John-gk6mz]

What do you eat when you do eat if you don’t mind me asking ?

[@RobCLynch]

@@John-gk6mz Ok I break my fast around 3pm every day and might have a two egg omelette with melted cheese and bacon. For meal 2, it'll be some kind of fatty meat with lots of cruciferous vegetables. If I was going to have a third meal, it could be a salad of some sort. Heavy on the oils. There is a base for anybody to get started quite easily. As I've adapted, I've used KZbin to learn how to make keto muffins and flatbread, so I can stuff myself without missing pasta, rice, bread, noodles and potatoes. Hope that helps.

[@John-gk6mz]

@@RobCLynch That's awesome brother, well done and thank you for sharing your eating plan

[@RobCLynch]

@@John-gk6mz Good luck. Keep it simple and plan. 🙏

[@jjwebster1]

I read somewhere, years ago, that you should always read the list of ingredients on the packet. If there's any word that you can't pronounce or don't know what it is, then don't buy it because it means it's been processed and got non food chemicals in it. I've followed that advice over the years and ended up with a very similar diet to the one he describes. 😊

[@stanj7223]

My variant on that: if my grandmother couldn't pronounce it, then it doesn't belong in my meal. I've followed that for 35 years now. I was an organic vegetarian for 25 years, now an organic omnivore in a three-way blend of Paleo 2.0 / Autoimmune protocol / Mediterranean. My blood work is stellar, except for the high LDL and non-HDL cholesterols. Amusingly, those both LOWERED when I went from vegetarian back to omnivore. Doc still isn't happy about it, but last scans continue to show *no* atherosclerosis, so I'm good with above-normal cholesterol. I'm 63, and healthier than nearly everyone half my age at work.

[@johnzookjr9194]

If it doesn't have a label it's usually good for you

[@nassermj7671]

'Fasting'? Then let me wish you all a 'Happy month of Ramadan'. We've been at it for 1400+ yrs. It is one of our 5 vital mandatory tenets.

[@ТамараБелка-й8с]

So, you don’t eat for the whole month?

[@nassermj7671]

@@ТамараБелка-й8с - 30 days sun up to sun down.

[@phillipgoat00]

I was starting to have long covid and I think my diet changed everything. I am not at 100% percent but I try to eat healthy food and make some exercise, that pretty much allows me to work, I still have brain fog and I forget things often, migraines. But I was way worse. Believe me, diet is everything........

[@UNDERDGOD]

Don’t worry everything gonna fall in to good place just give time to ur body to heal…✌️God bless all 🙌🙏💐

[@skinnydee1886]

Dr. Mike Hansen, Thank you so much for taking the time off your busy schedule to make this wonderful video; very knowledgeable and well explained! These are the kind of things that should be taught at Grade/Elementary schools; this subject should be compulsory! Thanks again and God bless🙏🌹

[@MsBerries25]

You are the only person who explained macro and micronutrients in a way I understood immediately. Thank you Doc 🙏🏾

[@intentionallyinpired]

I got literally yelled At by the wife on a ( very popular Doctor who promotes keto carnivore KZbinrs) live for saying people should not brag about eating low quality poisonous foods to lose weight. This particular dr has encouraged people to eat hotdogs all day if he means losing the weight.. sorry but you can’t tell me down the road the body will not pay for that..we MUST be putting good quality in and it does NOT have to be expensive. There are plenty of ways to do it because I did when I was dirt poor. I found a way ♥️♥️

[@ggbice]

Best take away from this video; stop consuming over processed foods, moderation, and drink water. It's not easy to eat healthy on a regular basis, considering costs, food preparation constraints....... it really takes a commitment to make better healthier choices. It sure pays off, but it won't happen overnight.

[@robinlynn5533]

Doc Mike. You look good and healthy. Going to follow your recommendations. It’s been a long two years and just wanted to thank you for getting us through a very difficult time. Hugs!!

[@joeblack-tz3cp]

Thank you Dr Handsome. You're the best. Thanks for keeping your videos simple and easy to follow. You should think about writing a book.

[@polyanthesis]

I had a head injury almost ten years ago that resulted in seizures. I couldn't get the seizures under control until I started a ketogenic diet-- the kind that is 60% fat (modified Atkins, see the Charlie foundation). My seizures resolved, but so did a lot of problems that I had been told were psychosomatic or psychological in nature. The food supply is broken when 80+% of the population is sick. Now that keto is popular (well, not really keto, but low-carb)-- it's taken a weird vibe where dietitians mock the keto crowd. Nobody eats ketogenic diets long-term without a reason. That reason usually involved improved feelings of well being.

[@monicakelley7901]

Similar story - feeling so much better on a no carb diet after 15 years of debilitation autoimmune condition

[@anitajonsson4379]

Thank you Dr. Hansen. The information you shared was easy to understand, despite the breadth of knowledge being discussed. I plan to follow your channel and believe the information shared will help me to make the necessary changes to heal myself.

[@jeffruebens8355]

I think Sten Ekberg videos are the most scientific. Also see the 60 Minutes KZbin video called Living into Your 90s. Dr. Berg has some good videos about Vitamin D and sunlight, and other benefits from sunlight.

[@booswalia]

At every meal I just ask myself, "How much of this meal would a neanderthal recognize". I have about a 10% allowance.

[@lindabell6954]

Nourishing whole foods, with a balanced lifestyle are key. Skipping meals and avoiding all carbs may not result in best health. Find a way of eating that provides energy, good digestion and sleep. While weight loss is helpful, dieting may leave you depleted of essential nutrients and minerals. Carbs really help with digestion and balanced blood sugar. Think lower carb, rather than zero carb.

[@tombirney7276]

Former ACP employee here. Willing to picket their offices on INDEPENDENCE MALL PHILA to get u 2 b Governor from ur state. Say the word, release the colonial outfitted protestor getting tourist to sign a DECLARATION of Independence from bad science regarding health, nutrition, and reasonable sunlight exposure walking daily.... You inspired me to live my dream, thank you!

[@jcolby298]

I really recommend the book "In Defense of Food" by Michael Pollan. He writes exactly on this topic. Fad diets, obsession with nutritional numbers and food as a part of our culture. Thank you Dr for helping to bring this kind of thinking into western medicine.

[@tylerk.7947]

Michael pollan in my opinion has the best advice for nutrition. He’s great

[@marg716]

“Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”

[@shtroizn]

@@marg716 Precisely - should be the mantra of every human being that wants to be healthy (and who DOESN'T want to be healthy)?

[@bkkintegral]

I can't remember where I heard this quote from, but it rings more true everyday..."The benefits of exercise are so great that a person should need a doctor's prescription to avoid it." Yeah, I know it's tongue in cheek, but still.

[@jimh.5286]

I'd be interested in hearing your views regarding fasting. My particular interest is in regard to reducing insulin resistance, not losing weight.

[@danielpincus221]

Skipping meals occasionally is a very good practice. Some do it rigorously and religiously and rigidly. Best is to know your body signals. If you’re really not hungry, and it’s meal time, no need to eat.

[@robertauclair2278]

Losing weight is how you reduce insulin resistance.

[@smaganas]

7:06

[@JaCeLyN1431]

Dr. Hansen, I’m your big fan and subscribed right when u started ur channel. Please also include information from the book Cannon of Medicine by Persian Polymath and physician Avicenna. He was the first doctor to introduce and uses quarantine which means 40 days of isolation in Arabic /Persian in 11th century. Later this practice entered Europe by Italian merchants and became popular etc. fascinating the way he introduced psychology and holistic medicine. His book the Cannon was the standard textbook in medical schools in Europe and the Middle East in 17th century. Avicenna was the father of modern medicine and worth including his contributions to your large audience. Thanks. (I have watched every one of your videos and have learned so much from them and they r fun too.)

[@nwolinsP]

I was a faculty member in the nutrition department a famous medical school. What I learned over many years in the nutrition department is we could not have a meeting without donuts and bagels. When ~90% of the population is imperiled by their diet culture changes are necessary.

[@lindadantonip7071]

I worked in a hospital and in the morning in the Drs. Lounge were trays of donuts, muffins and bagels. Yes at meetings donuts and also at times had cans of soda and salty snacks chips , pretzels. SAD

[@drchem4127]

Ever noticed how overweight most nurses and doctors are in a typical hospital? All that knowledge about diseases and drugs and so on, but just as clueless as the rest of us when it comes to what they eat themselves... Go figure! 😢

[@ajsorensen2585]

Awesome Video Dr Mike! Processed foods also contain chemicals, coming from a chemical engineer. The most important thing I learned working with chemicals is that we generally don't want to ingest them. There's a great deal of good nutritional advice and 10000 times more bad advice, the best option is to eat as Dr Mike has suggested whole foods pescatarian, flexitarian or lacto-vegetarian, eat colorful vegetables, not just green ones.

[@merrygirl111]

Eat the rainbow!

[@gmodiscool14]

i drink bottles of chemicals all day long

[@Ryan_DeWitt]

Being a chemical engineer then you should know everything is chemicals. Plus chemistry 101, the dose makes the poison.

[@triciaacevedo3582]

Dr. Look at school food guidelines too. 7-8 servings of bread, grain products for lunch for preschoolers just seems very crazy.

[@stanj7223]

Kids graduating high school today are 25-30 pounds heaver than when I graduated in 1977. The '80s _and_ _everything_ _after_ was a bad change for the Standard American Diet.

[@triciaacevedo3582]

@@stanj7223 I didn’t know it was that much.

[@moresagar789]

your intermittent fasting and food exercise. this videos have already increased my life by 20-30 year's. you were the best doctor i have listened to. without taking any fees your advice has changed my life. 👍🏼

[@nassermj7671]

Then let me wish you 'Happy month of Ramadan'. We've been at it for 1400+ yrs.

[@magpiegirl3783]

Loved this summary. Very informative without bias or preaching.

[@victoriahao9960]

Very true after 77yrs i thought all along i was or have been eating heslthy until i got sick vertigo my nightmare started. After constant searched thru goggle i found out where i failed all along. Not understanding eating healthy. 2months i decided to change my food ..Fiber Food. AMAZINGLY GREAT. lost my belly fats 7lbs. Food nutrition and healthy eating should be part in the school curriculum. .

[@lotuspocus76312]

I found you for a reason. I feel like many suffer indeed from this. And food is the key indeed. Thank you. 🎀

[@vivianrios6007]

We missed you and Dr. Mike, and your health news. 😃☺️🙏🏼

[@allencrider]

Another thing about processed food is that it is loaded with salt.

[@gilbertmoreno4638]

Prices what they are its hard to eat healthy. Everyday prices high on every single item. What do we do?

[@poppylove3673]

Looking forward to your next video, part 2! Appreciate your breaking things down for us!

[@jennysam3929]

I appreciate very much the fact that you are in MD. Please always mention your research sources so that your viewer can do their due diligence . Further as an MD do you have any nutrition and diet education and if so please speak to all of those qualifications when doing a video that sites nutrition, diet, and exercise as treatment because MD's traditionally have little or no training and experience in these fields. And, again, I appreciate that you're an MD discussing topics that you know about from a medical doctor's point of view as well as bringing in the right way to approach medicine and healing. thank you for taking on this topic please list all your research so that your viewers can research sources.

[@mysneekers5862]

This is probably one of the most important video’s posted on personal health.

[@Mario-forall]

You should mention that fiber is only healthy if it is eaten in its intact form. Whole wheat bread is just as unhealthy as white bread despite having a lot more fiber.

[@idaliagonzalez7945]

Excellent information! This is a keeper for further studies. Will look at your information soon. God bless

[@mitsu-san1054]

As someone who was dealing so much with weight loss and food addiction I rly found out something that might or might not work for u guys ! ^^ that is to have less salt , spices and carb ! It really make a difference I believe! ^^ what worked for me is just a little bit of salt on my protein and fat rich meal along with a cup of strong black tea or green tea! I love having it with black tea or green tea! What worked for me in weight loss would be "go for that satisfy you , feel ups you but don't have much taste" like if u go for bland black tea or green tea this is actually bitter and helps with sodium! For me ^^ keeps me fuller! Also the fat and protein rich meal with so little salt helps so much! I dun get hungry just after the meal my digestion is smoother than ever! And I actually didn't go for taste instead went for what feels me up such as fat , protein and that bitter tea! ^^ and felt much better overall! My skin is shining , and all acne has gone! Also the behaviour of mine has been a lot polite I personally believe so! ^^

[@stephengilbert5612]

Great subject matter , looking forward to more of your potentiallly life saving videos . 👍

[@Mary-io1mb]

In addition to the food groups mentioned towards the end of this video. It's also very important to drink plenty of water; and avoid drinking soda as he mentioned. Also, eat a lot of fermented veggies as it is good for the gut. Gut health is key to good health.

[@renferal5290]

I'm to the point where I don't even see fast and overly processed food, as food. I eat organic, nutrient dense foods that work well with my body. Being healthy is everything.

[@deastover898]

Thank you Dr Mike! I just finished my course in nutrition and I fully understand this. But you kinda went more in depth which school didn't do. Great video ❤️ I have been on a gluten free Paleo diet for about 6 yrs and never felt better. I am only having a problem with getting more water in me. But can't wait for your new videos to come out!!

[@themisslena1]

Are you gluten intolerant?

[@deastover898]

@@themisslena1 yes ma'am

[@adonnaprice9676]

He wants you on the government pyramid, read the room..

[@stanj7223]

@@themisslena1 We all are, Helena: some people express it, many don't. When I went on a gluten-free diet my autoimmune thyroid antibodies dropped by 70% and stayed there. 1/12th of women and 1/20th of men will eventually have autoimmune thyroid issues.

[@TheStruggler101]

@@stanj7223 I wouldn't say we all are. From the research I have seen, in order for the intolerance to be expressed, there must be the presence of gluten, the gene, and damage to the microbiota. If all 3 things are not present, then the intolerance/disease will not manifest. Damage to the microbiota is usually what sets the intolerance off in people these days. The damage can come from eating a low fibre diet since childhood, antibiotics, lack of exercise and even psychological problems and trauma can cause negative alterations in the gut microbiota independent of diet. Health is very complex, and so a holistic view on the health of the organism is required. Unfortunately these days people are looking for quick relief and comfort, rather than seeking understanding and looking at the organism and life as a whole. Most turn to elimination and fad diets, supplements and all kinds of pseudo-science.

[@gregwilvert]

Thanks so much dr Hansen. I have been eating like you recommend for three years. I also cut out snacking, so I slowly learned to function on an empty stomach during parts of the day. I lost weight, lost my arthritis, feel much better overall. And look better, I see a healthier person in the mirror. It’s all about waiting for real hunger. Then have a big meal full of healthy whole foods.

[@irinacar]

Thanks for the advice Dr. Hansen.

[@kashifshehzad2328]

Thank you very much for the valuable information. Really appreciate it.

[@mumo9413]

Insulin resistance is also an issue with some medical conditions such as polycystic syndrome. Not just unhealthy eating. Otherwise totally agree! There was a recent publication proving that processed meats cause bowel cancer.

[@alainfitnessdoc4503]

I appreciate your attempt to explain why the information on nutrition is so confusing and your research, presentation and information is always on point however I don’t think that The My Pyramid or My Plate websites are good references towards reducing the nutrition confusion. Those websites created by the so called “FDA” , that was initially created to protect public interest, are driven by big corporate interests who’s ultimate goal is to create profit for themselves regardless of the consequence on public health.

[@daniel-zu4kp]

90% of my bio-markers improved just by maintaining a healthy weight and by doing exercise, resistance and cardio.

[@clboymom9467]

How do you measure your Biomarkers?

[@daniel-zu4kp]

@@clboymom9467 I use a blood glucose monitor , blood pressure monitor, scale and tape measure. Also annual HbA1c and lipid panel. High blood glucose is a good indicator, if that’s high, you can bet triglycerides and other things are going wonky

[@clboymom9467]

Thank you!

[@ellenwubbels]

I had to quit watching as soon as you mentioned “my plate”. There is no such thing as an essential carbohydrate. After years of living with type two diabetes and being told that I “needed carbs”, I finally began doing my own research, realized that I suffer from hyperinsulinemia (why has no doctor or diabetes specialist told me this?) and need to treat carbohydrates as though I am allergic to them. In doing so, I have been able to lower my blood sugar from an A1c of 8.2 to a 5.6. I have also lost over 70 pounds, and as long as I avoid carbs I have significantly less joint pain and inflammation. I have also been able to drop all of my diabetes medications except metformin and I’m hoping that will go with my next doctors appointment. My plate plate is not a be-all end-all for everyone and to basically tell everyone to follow the standard American diet is doing a disservice.

[@catherinewilson1079]

I agree.

[@8brightside8]

Feed your gut bacteria! Research.

[@saludicious]

Dr Mike - have you seen physicians committee for responsible medicine? They have the data and the community programs to help people with chronic diseases. Hope you take a look and join them. Also the exam room pod cast run by PCRM is a great source of evidence-based nutrition information. Thanks 🙏

[@errollatchmiah8634]

Great content and very informative. Awesome Vlog. Amazing Video. Thank u D. Mike Hanse.🇨🇦👌👍

[@nwolinsP]

~5:45. Paraphrasing: Eat a diet of mostly whole foods is healthiest. Sadly, I walk through the grocery store and there are mostly bad choices. Further, I see a lot of people use gas station for most of their food. Useless you think cigarette count as a green leafy vegetable, gas station are not ideal. We have food distribution and transportation system that makes health lifestyles hard. Infrastructure changes created this problem and infrastructure changes is how to solve it. Pass the salt.

[@TimDawes]

I like the information, but wow, had to go 7/8ths of the way through the video before you got to "here's what to do."

[@susieinthecountry4434]

Thanks for explaining this concept in simply language and terms. We need more topics discussed as well.

[@richricogranada9647]

He is just an MD, meaning, good to perform procedures and prescribe drugs.

[@lizziesangi1602]

Youth needs to know that the best time to find an "exercise" ROUTINE is when they are young teens! The motivation is there, at least it should be, there's time to find something that works for your body and later in life, they'll find it sticks with you. What's learned about your own body at a younger age helps you with the aging process and how the body changes. We have a better handle on what works for us and what doesn't. It's easier if you have to change up. You have the insight on what was working and what may not be working at an older age. Intermittent sports are good but establishing a "routine" you do day in and day out for at least 7, 8 years has the most dramatic effect on body and especially, mind. Thank you for your great videos!

[@frankb5693]

Looking forward to future videos in this series, i think I will learn a lot! Thanks Dr. Hansen.

[@williampennjr.4448]

it's 1. a balance of what you eat, when you eat, how often you eat and how much you eat, which 2. depends on how much and how often you exercise, and the type of exercise, and 3. your metabolism, circulatory and immune systems. Simple.

[@swanheart30]

Thank you so much for talking about this subject. It really helps us understand how we should eat healthy because we've heard a lot of stories and I personally don't know what to believe anymore about what is good or not. We really need doctor's opinions.

[@darlings4547]

Hi Dr.Mike Hansen Thank u so much for this great and wonderful video .Take care and best wishes. " love u"

[@shtroizn]

Excellent and informative video - thank you. As others have commented - the basic mantra should be Dr. Michael Pollan's famous quote: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants". The Japanese are generally much healthier than their American counterparts - even though many of them eat the same junk "food". So is it genetics? Could be but another explanation is that the servings of these junk "foods" are much smaller in Japan then they are in America.

[@catherinewilson1079]

As a general rule of thumb, I like to see colour on my plate when I eat! I find the colour very appealing and believe that the variety of colours probably gives me a wide range of vitamins and minerals. After all most processed food seems to be boring white or brown!!!

[@Zfaith_fitness_detox]

As a trainer, I teach people to steer clear of fad diets because it’s just not a safe or effective way to truly change your lifestyle. I also teach that people need to address illness rather than just workout and eat because you can’t fix anything if you’re unwell inside. So many truths in this video!

[@JC-bl9bo]

Excellent, excellent video. Very informative.

[@steviennis6197]

How do you find out if you are metabolically ill? What blood tests do you need?

[@tonynes3577]

Following to EAT LESS and intermittent fasting; that is the key. It takes a bit of a conscious decision. At 60+ yrs old, I've noticed that my prostate is less bothersome, less of a problem to urinate when I eat one to two good meals a day, paying attention to good nutrient rich foods. And other things such as good exercise and sleep, pumpkin seeds and for me, no alcohol anymore.

[@lindamcdermott2205]

Hey Doc Mike...I am w you on this video! Eat a variety of healthful unprocessed foods and get rid of sugar..we do not need it in our current lifestyles....Also..healthy fats are good but not too much! And an important point for people to heal their metabolism and lose weight....a small amount of weight loss can be a big help....what does 3 pounds of butter look like? Keep up the good work Dr. Mike of rational thinking and teaching! ( retired Public health nurse)

[@awizenwoman]

As an ethical vegan, I eat healthy plant based foods, inspired by Dr MICHAEL GREGER and his NUTRITIONFACTS youtube channel, as well as those of other plant based doctors' channels.

[@mavic2175]

Dr Hansen, can you keep us updated on these new cases of idiopathic fulminant hepatitis seen in children 2-16 years old so far in Europe and USA?

[@LENZ5369]

Not a Dr but I can rub a couple confounding factors together and maybe also spot a p-hack. Part of the problem is the use of the vague, unscientific terms like "healthy" and especially "healthy food". Short of an extreme diet or medical condition; virtually everyone in a developed country is getting sufficient nutrition -so the actual issue is moderating energy (calorie/joules) intake/expenditure, while ensuring that you don't end up skewing your diet in the process of reducing your intake -this reduction will naturally reduce energy dense foods with high sugar and fat; in favour of more 'filling' or longer term satisfying ones.

[@smallfootprint2961]

I got turned off when you described a category of food as "Proteins." There's no such thing as proteins being a certain food. Protein is found in lots of foods, such as broccoli. If you eat a plant based eating plan, you'll get all the protein needed.

[@athens31415]

Not all Proteins are the same -- proteins have different amino acid compositions, which is what matters. Protein from broccoli is less complete than protein from chicken, just by sheer diversity of amino acid profiles.

[@marshalepage5330]

Thank you. When I asked my doctor how to lose weight all she did was lecture me on how diet pills are bad. I never once wanted or asked for pills I asked how to lose weight.

[@jillmondt5398]

Please do a video, or a series, on diets for blood type.

[@evahantzi]

Valuable information dr. Mike, leaving in Greece I know the significance of balanced food which I always follow plus working out 5 days a week. Need to mention that in my father's village people leave long and healthy. Many have reached the age of 100, my father is 93 with no health problems and for sure it is because we only use olive oil never butter and eating healthy as you have mentioned. Thank you for the great information as always❤️🇬🇷👍

[@minnie7700]

I also live in Greece and I agree 100%!

[@projectjt3149]

Let’s get Dr. Hansen to 1 Million!

[@chickensdontsurf]

Thank you, I look forward to future videos about this!

[@shiftingrealities4213]

The reason I turned to a carnivore lifestyle, which I believe is the normal healthy, human species, specific diet! Meat, animal fat, eggs, seafood, absolute lifesavers!

[@susanshopsabout943]

My dad is a dentist, 80% of all/most diseases start in the mouth. Make sure u brush your teeth and get your dental cleanings.

[@ksharpe8137]

That’s crazy. Most of ALL diseases is because of what you PUT in your mouth. SMH

[@Europa1749]

I don't think air popped popcorn is unhealthy as long as it's not coated in butter and salt. With a little nutritional yeast sprinkled on it, seems like a healthy evening snack. Canola oil is recommended on the healthy eating plate....lol.....also juice which is loaded with sugar.

[@toni4729]

All processed foods have added sugars or sweeteners in them and are cooked with oils, which are also processed severely.

[@markabrice]

The expression is "homing in on," not "honing."

[@rachelarmel7547]

Either one is acceptable. I prefer "honing in." That's the way I was taught in school.

[@KJSvitko]

You are what you eat. Your diet impacts your health. Lower stress, reduce obesity and more exercise are key to a healthy life. Obesity in children and adults is rising across the world. Fast food and sugary drinks are contributing to the problem of poor health and obesity. Eat a healthy plant based diet and exercise regularly. Reduce or ELIMINATE cows milk, eggs, cheese and meat. Eat more salad greens, beans, fruit and vegetables. Eliminate fast food, snacks like cookies, cakes, chips, and sugary drinks and juices. Every adult and child should own a bicycle and ride it regularly. Regular exercise will help you sleep better. Yoga is a great stress reducer. Obesity is all too common today. Get off the couch. Get off the phone, ipad or video game. A variety of stretching and other exercises help with increased mobility. Ride to work, ride to school, ride for fun. Every city should be a bicycle city. Speak up for bicycles in your community

[@euneater8654]

Hi Dr. Mike, I just had a physical (02-25-22) and my doctor had blood taken and one of the things he checked was my COVID antibodies since I had both Pfizer vaccine shots and the Pfizer booster (taken 6 mo after 2nd vaccine shot, Jan 2022). He told me that my antibody level was 2500 and proceeded to explain what that meant. I have not had COVID nor been sick since the start/duration of the pandemic. He did emphatically say that I should not take another vaccine due to the antibody level mentioned previously. Could you give some info regarding what these antibody levels mean? Thanks

[@carolcole570]

I guess this is the first ray of respect I have felt for a man in the medical field ! Stick with your doctor. Clearly you are completely clueless as to the whole vaccine thing. I feel very sorry for you. But, hey, don’t that that very wise doctor get away from you !!!!!

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

Ask him if he is referring to ANCA levels. ANCA levels are the overall autoimmune levels, too high and it could mean that you always had an autoimmune disease. As with a higher autoimmune level, any interaction with a virus raises it. And a vaccine is a neutralized portion either it’s a spike protein or a full virus that’s neutralized. If it’s just the Covid immunity it could mean that it’s there so you are fine for a few more months. If you get exposed to it your immunity kicks in. Also, what’s to say that you aren’t one of those blood types that gets Covid but with minimal symptoms

[@xymonau2468]

Then what do you say to the claim that fats are what block the ability of cells to take up insulin? And the fact that people placed on high carbohydrate whole food diets, with no fatty food or oils, and no animal products, appear to reverse and even cure type 2 diabetes?

[@FLP90]

Problem is I’m addicted to sugar and the feeling of being full

[@maryanderson4221]

Many of us are! I am 61 and overweight and after many years I’d dieting and falling off track have decided to commit to a whole foods, primarily vegan way of eating knowing that this has to be for life. I have lost 15 kg so far. Interestingly after about four days sugar cravings go away and you can fill your plate with low carb veges or salad so your belly is full. As I see it now I have a choice of long term dietary change or long term illness and medications.

[@pearli8181]

I'm the same. Try Swerve or other alternative sweeteners; they're not artificial. Most leave a sweet aftertaste in the mouth, many too much, imo, like Stevia. However, it really helps with cravings and I think may even help with ketosis, just an idea I have.

[@dalialovesdoggies4361]

you will end up very sick

[@Srindal4657]

Balance and variety. Avoid processed and gmos. Limit but dont eliminate meat.. Minimise sugar and artificial sweeteners. Minimise going out but cook in the kitchen. Maximise organic, plant based ingredients. Maximise whole foods (foods that dont come with other ingredients). Focus your diet around gut health. Do this and you will go far. Source: personal experience

[@arthurpowers3724]

Sir - You seemed for a significant interval of time to have been caused to be a casualty of the war in Ukraine on KZbin. I have missed your reports on health issues enormously, and I like particularly the presentation here regarding authentically healthy foods and diet. I hope that you won't again be so seemingly eclipsed by the bizzarreries and strife of our current times. Your perspective is informed in my view and invsluable...part of a good reading 'diet,' as such. Thanks a bunch for your efforts.

[@GregariousAntithesis]

Its less about what you eat and more about not over fueling habitually. Moderate Exercise is critical for proper cell function as well.