Are You a Fast Metabolizer of Omega Fatty Acids? Lessons from a Legend

It’s not overstating it to say that I have cited Dr. Artemis Simopoulos’ work in virtually every lecture I have ever given that included the topic of omega-3 fatty acids. She is an incredible human being, indomitable NIH researcher, and absolute legend in her field. In our conversation on New Frontiers, Dr. Simopoulos reviews those essential truths about the evolution of our dietary intake of omega-3 vs. omega-6 fatty acids, the increase in ultra-processed food consumption, and how these play into our health landscape today.
She also pulls on some particularly interesting threads around genetic variability in our ability to metabolize fatty acids and the implications of this for inflammatory conditions (of course, almost all chronic diseases have an inflammatory component). This is especially relevant for “rapid metabolizer” populations that tend to over-produce prostaglandins and leukotrienes, compared to resolvins, when exposed to a standard American diet. I know her insights will inform how you personalize your recommendations. - DrKF
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Artemis P. Simopoulos, M.D., President, The Center for Genetics Nutrition and Health
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Artemis P. Simopoulos, M.D., the author of The Healthiest Diet for You: Scientific Aspects (her latest book), is the Founder and President of the Center for Genetics, Nutrition and Health, a nonprofit educational organization in Washington, D.C. since 1990. A graduate of Bar- nard College, Columbia University, with a major in Chemistry, and a graduate of the Boston University School of Medicine, she is a physician and endocrinologist whose research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) was on the nutritional aspects of genetic and endocrine disorders; evolutionary aspects of diet and fatty acids; and the importance of a balanced ratio of omega-6/omega-3 fatty acids in health and disease and in growth and development. Dr. Simopoulos is a world authority on essential fatty acids and was nutritional adviser to the Office of Consumer Affairs at the White House. She is the author of The Omega Diet; The Healing Diet and has completed a Chapter for the Encyclopedia of UN- ESCO on “Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-9 Fatty Acids: Sources, Metabolism and Supplements.” She is currently Consulting Editor to Lifestyle Genomics. Dr. Simopoulos has edited over 60 books and journal supplements in addition to publishing over 370 scientific papers. She has received many awards, has been Visiting Professor and Keynote Speaker worldwide.
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[@beyondfitrd]

Twenty years ago at a Linus Pauling Institute conference I asked Dr. Walter Willett about the omega-3:6 ratio, and he dismissed it out of hand saying that it was completely disproven. I was shocked, but didn’t trust his assertion (even though at the time I thought he was a rock star). Over the years it became clear to me that anything that didn’t fit a plant-based narrative, including the idea of “vegetable oils” not being healthy was knocked by Willett’s Harvard epidemiological research. I’m a retired dietitian. Looking back, the dietary guidelines (pushing PUFAs) and the growth of ultra processed foods, has destroyed the health of most of the US population.

[@polibm6510]

"How Vegetable and Seed Oils Can Be Good for the Heart | The Proof Clips EP#266" 🤮

[@aubreyvandyne5284]

Plant based doesn't mean these people don't differentiate between Omega 3 and 6, they do. Many plant based avoid oils. They aren't all blind to the lack of micronutrient and inflammatory mechanisms...just so you know.

[@destinedtodevinespiritualc119]

Ive gone from.a dying vegan to a super fit and healthy carnivore reversing early menopause,dropping all my meds and 3 stone within 3 months my family and myself are never going back

[@presterjohn1697]

Why has the meat industry not published studies proving what you just claimed?

[@destinedtodevinespiritualc119]

@@presterjohn1697 they did it was suppressed for 40 years

[@lisawarren400]

Oh, the FDA is not behind the times, they're doing exactly as the business model is designed.

[@nikitaw1982]

Everyone gets to pension age and soon drops dead

[@keithmarshalldds511]

Thank you for this delightful and empowering podcast. Your guest is brilliant and I always enjoy your content.

[@Drkarafitzgerald]

Thank you for tuning in and supporting our work!

[@marcianiec3625]

Very grateful for such an important and timely topic. Thank you so much!

[@Drkarafitzgerald]

Thank you 🙏

[@stanleymcintyre8100]

I understand about the ratios. This doctor looks great and has sound knowledge. I am glad she is not against meat and understands the importance of essential fatty acids. What about lectins and oxylates in the vegetable and all the sugars in the friut.

[@elizabethtencer7950]

Oxylates? What's that?

[@niranjanpaul2176]

@@elizabethtencer7950 toxins in vegetables

[@eugene9000pro]

fruit is natural food, opposed to meat and fish. Lectins and oxalates are mostly in vegies, beans and nuts

[@comptytom]

@@elizabethtencer7950 Fructose is processed by the liver to detoxify it before being converted to triglyceride for use or stored as fat. It is also a fermentable sugar that cancer loves to make its food.

[@faithflores4835]

Certain gut microbes help rid of oxalates. They aren't inherently bad, you just need to have a healthy gut!

[@livialersch123]

Fantastic presentation! I truly believe that Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics are the future of science. Looking forward to read the book of Dr. Artemis Simopoulos! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge

[@Drkarafitzgerald]

Thank you for watching!

[@notadonna5983]

If you care about what you're consuming in the U.S., look at the history of how the EPA has been weakened by certain pro-business political groups and why it matters.

[@maurenemorgan5814]

I just discovered your site and shared it and subscribed. All the best!!!!!

[@Drkarafitzgerald]

Thank you!

[@angelasomerville2987]

Fascinating chat. We need more real science around nutrition.

[@Michael.Freeman]

Hi from Australia, ❤ your life changing education

[@Drkarafitzgerald]

Thank you for supporting all the way from Oz!

[@BenRasmussen-c3u]

very interesting discussion, it really makes sense

[@doughamilton1756]

Great guest Great content, I will be your next test subject.

[@АндрейНазаренко-т6ч]

Enchanting woman.

Love Linus Pauling Insitute ! Thank you For All Citations and news letters!

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[@americanfreedom1777]

Thank you

[@lauraw.7008]

FDA, EPA, originally created to help us, the general population. Lobbying & threats by corporations has weakened them to the point of incompetence. Can Lena Khan help here?

[@presterjohn1697]

How about we privatize them and run both like business'.

[@lauraw.7008]

@ privatization is what has allowed private equity to shutdown community/rural hospitals, giving the directors billions, reducing jobs and benefits for employees.

[@wendyprimhak5756]

I go to Crete every year for a month have lots of Cretan friends. They do not eat a lot of fish. Most can’t afford it now as it is very expensive even there. If you go into the mountains no fish . It’s lamb or pork maybe salad. They love potatoes and bread.

[@Drkarafitzgerald]

Interesting - thank you for sharing.

[@butubuta]

Thank you. I was expecting you, Kara, to ask her about honey since she consumes it.

[@markusaurelius7227]

Her findings have been highjacked and used against us

[@martinklawinski2933]

Where did the greek get their herring. Herring doesn't live in the mediterranean. Minute 17:34

[@odrowsybox5175]

Maybe land and territory layout is diff in the past

[@myroslavabasladynsky4937]

Ever heard of canned sardines?

[@martinklawinski2933]

@@myroslavabasladynsky4937 She's talking about eating herring every friday, not sardines. You can't buy canned herring in greek supermarkets. Ever been to a mediterranean supermarket?

[@NomadicNine]

Agree....good question. To my question "What fish that is similar to Herring is abundant in Crete" chat GPT replied....... In Crete, a fish called sardela (Greek: σαρδέλα), or sardine, is abundant and similar to herring in flavor and texture. Sardines are smaller but have a comparable oily, rich taste profile, making them popular in Mediterranean cuisine. Sardines are often grilled, marinated, or served in dishes similar to how herring is prepared in other parts of Europe. Another option is gavros (Greek: γαύρος), or anchovy, which is also an oily fish and commonly found in Crete. Though smaller than herring, gavros shares a similar flavor and is often served fresh, marinated, or preserved, just like herring.

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LET THE DICTATOR SPEEK!!!!

[@MsElaine122]

Mob grazed beef cattle are huge carbon sinks. Google mob grazing carbon sink.

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The advertising is the worst part of listening to these talks !!!

[@MelissaThompson432]

NOT process-eez. 1 process, 2 processes. There is no justification for -eez. It sounds ignorant and untrustworthy.

[@eugene9000pro]

Fish is essencial? Are we dolpgins? /bullshit

[@elainekoeppel7250]

GMO is taking two different plants and combining them together. Therefore they would not work the same as if it was only one plant. They would cause a problem with the health

[@roughout]

Plant genetic cross breeding has gone on since the beginning of time and happens naturally in nature. GMO accomplishes it faster and potentially makes crosses not naturally occurring.

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