Ultra-processed foods will damage your brain! | Prof Felice Jacka

[@jlarryd]

Every human desperately needs to hear this interview. It’s far too important information

[@julianshepherd2038]

That won't happen. We need our governments to give the food industry a kicking. Tricky because the food industry advertises in the media so much it affects our politics. Democracy struggles against Corporations

[@bobadams7654]

​@@julianshepherd2038good points, but it's not only because they advertise in the media, the big food companies have very powerful lobbying groups that influence policy.

[@tracysmith245]

@@julianshepherd2038 I keep watching videos about processed food and gut health it is easy to control what you eat more people go to doctors and end up having all sorts of conditions what is one thing everyone does. eat and drink. Processed foods include Pasta, microwave dinners, Ice Cream, Dairy, Red Meat, Sodas, Juice, Coffee, bottled Water even tonics, doughnuts Cakes Biscuits Breakfast Cereal is a no for me. reversed my Chronic illness.

[@fruz1378]

"Every human" Please do not consider that the western diet / lifestyle is the only one on this planet. It is not, it is probably one of the worst regarding our health, and it is not the only one.

[@multimjaou]

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[@malcdelnorte7004]

"the diets that women eat when they're pregnant... is linked to ADHD" , yeh... careful with that shotgun approach there Prof Felice. The consensus is that ADHD is genetic. I know she didn't says "caused by" but that was a rather throw away and misleading remark. Tsssk, tsk.

[@multimjaou]

@@malcdelnorte7004 I agree, this needs more clarification. I personally have notised a big difference with my add symtoms since going refined sugar free, but it would be interesting to have more knowledge than just anecdotal data.

[@silverlinings3946]

​@malcdelnorte7004 specifically

[@AlexShiro]

@@silverlinings3946thank you for bringing up epigenetics.

[@estyzesty]

@@malcdelnorte7004agreed… it runs in my family, can see it across generations, and my parents always cooked from scratch

[@Tabitha_K]

I am so grateful to the Zoe scientists for all these podcasts! As a child I had Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), which extended into adulthood. I was an exceptionally picky eater for years and chose only to eat beige, processed foods. I actually hated food and was underweight, which was also linked to hyperactivity. Over the years I accumulated various psychiatric diagnoses, including anxiety, OCD, depression - and finally Autism. I was also constantly sick with viral infections. When the Covid pandemic began I made a huge effort to change my diet; mostly because I was terrified of Covid and wanted to improve my immune system. I gradually cut out UPFs and based my diet around vegetables, whole grains, fruits and fermented foods. I’ve now been following a healthy diet as advocating by Zoe for 3 years and I feel so much better all round!

[@vixcoady8411]

Amazing effort, well done ❤

[@Tabitha_K]

@@vixcoady8411Thank you!

[@gloriareszler4196]

Good for you!

[@PhilipNelson1991]

This type of insight should informing policy at a deep level. We need to move away from mono cropping mega farms and industrial food production back to localised, regenerative mixed farming methods that encourage the consumption of whole foods. We all know it’s healthy, and it tastes better and it doesn’t mean giving up things like meat and dairy etc… just eating less but better quality!

[@eSKAone-]

There is a gigantic lobby you know. It begins with soda machines in schools. Probably even earlier.

[@JARABACOA3]

Agro-quimical lobby?

[@sarahsnowe]

@@eSKAone- You're so right, but governments aren't going to extract themselves from the pockets of Big Food any time soon, so it's down to individuals to educate themselves. (This doesn't mean you shouldn't complain loudly and frequently to the authorities and the media.) If people didn't snack between meals, as was considered normal when I was growing up ("You'll spoil your dinner!") they might save enough money to buy better quality and more ethical food like organic fruit and veg and organic meat from humanely raised animals. Snack "foods" can be quite expensive. People need to learn to shop wisely and cook from scratch. They'd have more time to do that if they wasted less time scrolling through their devices. Also, you can save money by intermittent fasting. Eliminating breakfast enables you to buy better quality food for lunch and dinner. :--)

[@kate60]

Meat and dairy are the source of heart disease, diabetes and obesity. Eat plants

[@keithpp1]

We need urgent government action. It is happening in more enlightened countries, but not US and UK where consumption of ultra-processed food is highest. Treat as we treat smoking. - health warning on upf - tax upf - no promotion or sponsorship

[@wackthegood8884]

Jonathan, please stop interrupting! We want to listen to the guest, and she is very clear in her explanations, so we don't need you to 'ask questions on our behalf'. It's a fascinating topic, and you mean well, but we want to listen to her!!

[@highburycb7344]

Agree and I’m so glad it’s not just me who thinks this.

[@amaracardamine3837]

I like the way he stopps, clarifies, and gives you another chance to absorb the dense amount of info in this podcast.

[@MaryGadsby]

Agree wholeheartedly, I want to have my whole family watch this but it’s so hard to follow with the interruptions

[@m3ade]

Agree. He took her onto a different topic a few times when I wanted her to finish the topic she was on. So interesting

[@andrewd4748]

I slightly disagree with this sorry, there is a fair bit of jargon that may be unfamiliar to some who are listening to info on this topic for the first time. So the interruptions and summaries are helpful context to ensure the information is fully accessible to more people.

[@littlevoice_11]

This discussion just demonstrated why NHS mental health hospital catering is so unacceptable. High fat, high sugar and refined food with low fruit and vegetables. It is exactly the same in dementia hospitals and care homes.

[@beebee1255]

Fascinating. One of the best. Jonathan, don’t jump in so much!

[@MaryGadsby]

Agree!

[@p.m.8316]

agree!!

[@essexcaz5685]

I am forever grateful to my parents who taught me to cook from scratch with fresh ingredients! I honestly think that the Western diet is so poor because nobody cooks anymore. My local High Street is full of takeaways and delivery mopeds.

[@ASbslLoves]

It is so good to hear this. What great parents! Which part of the world are you living in?

[@gloriareszler4196]

So agree. Why does he keep repeating what the special guest has just said. And let he or she finish! Please❤

[@pida9669]

Back in 2010 I started reading the ingredients of the foods I ate and cut back significantly on those that contained added salt, sweeteners, and MSG-the key ingredients that make foods extra delicious. Within three weeks, my lifelong chronic anxiety and irritability virtually disappeared and never returned. Diet was also key in overcoming my clinical depression. Food has a _huge_ impact on mood.

[@susydyson1750]

please give us the guests full name as not everyone has great eye sight to read ! a superb program today!!! and rathervenjoyed listening to Fekice have a chuckle once in. a while!

[@odetbeauvoisin]

Such an important podcast. Thank you immensely for the questions you ask throughout this interview. The answers were always clarifying. The simple fact that Jonathan’s asked those questions helped me feel less “stoopid". Much appreciated.

[@codyhenrichs9699]

I stopped eating processed foods and any foods with unnatural additives in 1976. I read labels and was mocked by so for doing so back then.

[@sweetestaphrodite]

What changes have you noticed in yourself?

[@DENISEKing-s9g]

One of my favourite Zoe interviews, thank you! Felice you mention writing to local MPs to put pressure on to change policies around the growing of food, labelling etc. Can I ask would you or Zoe be willing to draft such a letter that people can adapt if they wish/or not and use to send to their MPs? I think this would really help the amount of people that would then do this.

[@borntotravel4421]

Yes, great idea-- where do I sign. Also sending this interview in an email to my representatives in Congress.

[@PeterDMayr]

Brief talk on alcohol consumption should not be dismissed. That is also an issue.

[@ericagee6299]

I’m in the middle (opinion wise) about Johnathan jumping in with the guests. At times I’d like these interruptions shorter but mostly, they keep me listening by summarising for me and having a variety of voices. Johnathan I imagine is also doing this for his own sake so he can make his clear summaries at the end. Thanks Zoe! Great podcasts- love how you signpost the exact moments on the video. I share with my two adult kids with babies of their own in the hope that they’ll act on this science that wasn’t around when I was a young parent.

[@juliebarker6930]

The food policy comment towards the end is VITALLY important. Why are our politicians condemning our population to poor health by backing off essential population health interventions? The last decent legislation that made a massive impact was the banning of smoking in public places: controversial & brave at the time but no-one would ever dare to suggest it should be reversed.

[@juliebarker6930]

Ive already shared a link with several friends/family who need to hear it & will be sharing it with my patients on a regular basis.

[@GlendaStevens-m7l]

Thank you, that explained clearly why, when I changed my diet about three months ago, my appetite disappeared.

[@bonniepoole1095]

I've heard much of this information scattered throughout the media. Professor Jacka puts it all together in a concise and understandable way. Thanks you for this post!

[@CynCopeland-TheAnswerIsMeat]

I've a dear friend in the UK who has been diagnosed with cognitive issues / early stage of dementia - I wish I were there to really influence her dietary choices along the lines discussed. There is SO MUCH we have control over ... it's about getting the word out and making individual choices.

[@jacobbutts6109]

What are her symptoms, if you don't mind me asking.

[@ron9465]

Thank you so much for your programs. Learning a lot while enjoying listening to you all.

[@lambsquartersfarm]

In a world that made sense, UPF wouldn't get subsidized to create unhealthy people who, in countries with social healthcare, increase the cost and weigh down the healthcare system. Perhaps, the Gov't should fund whole foods instead and save us all a lot money and health troubles... if only...

[@andrewroberts8959]

Far too rational and not enough money to be made

[@Dr.GeorgeMader]

We are in the last quarter of the year and as much as I will like to remain optimistic that things will get better soonest, the facts state otherwise The govt are more preoccupied about the coming elections. And truth be told, they never really care about the citizens that much. Take care of your finances the best you can esp ahead of the early part of next year. Things get worse before they get better. We just have to try and remain afloat before this saga passes through

[@vipushiya7594]

I'm 54 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, and we are finding it impossible to replace them. We can get by, but can't seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 30 years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for

[@rajeshrajan6200]

If you do not have a balanced portfolio or planned for this, it’s gonna hit you harder. Mary Elizabeth Huxley warned about this. Said it will take about 5 years before things get back to normal since the pandemic. And it’s not far from the truth of what’s happening.

[@edwardratcliffe9177]

Why is everyone recommending her recently? Is she like the next Cathy Wood or Warren Buffet? Is she that good?

[@rajeshrajan6200]

She's easily one of the top manage'rs in the US right now. If financial genius was a person, she's the one. I know first hand because I use her services too

[@vipushiya7594]

What makes her different from other advisors. I have worked with some and didn’t like the results I got

[@greenknitter]

I would have listened to her for a lot longer. Very informative indeed.

[@klauslispector]

WOW what a podcast. I've learned heaps. Thank you Zoe and thanks to the wonderful guest!

[@amaracardamine3837]

Absolutely brilliant podcast! Thank you Zoe.

[@RosiBed3650]

She is tremendously informative ❤

[@Ricky-bl7yz]

New podcast video from from Zoe= click immediately

[@vkman34]

Excellent - one of the best Zoe videos so far.

[@bob9749]

Very useful presentation, thanks. I found that Zoe's breaking in and summarizing was a little offputting a few times. Perhaps that is because Professor Jacka's Australian accent was different enough to me that I had to concentrate on what she was saying to follow her, more than is the case with some people. There were time that Zoe's breaking in to summarize while she was in the midst of making her point broke my concentration and it took some work when going back from his voice to hers. Presumably for other people it was different, but for me it would have been more useful at times if he'd waited a bit to do his summarizing of her points. Thanks again for the useful information.

[@janewood9280]

This is why i bought a share in Zoe. THANK YOU

[@angelawilliamson6765]

Top notch discussion, she knows her stuff he is fantastic , he summarises very well with quality questions

[@PeterDMayr]

Could you please turn the all language caption feature on all the videos (or just the great videos like this one)? I love the interviews and the channel (and the delivery). So many more people who don't understand English could use the information, as major corporations & corrupt governments will not inform the public. Let me know if you need help. It is a 3 or 4 click process. No need of editing.

[@bobadams7654]

Fascinating, but also very disturbing. Society is so out of line with good health. PS I find Jonathan's summaries are very useful in helping to clarify the information.

[@michaelstreeter3125]

45:34 *THIS* is what I've been waiting to hear from Zoe! The in-app recipes are too complicated for me.

[@m3ade]

Love this. Please get Prof Felice Jacka back on as she clearly has a lot more to say. I felt Jonathan jumped in a little too much on this one.

[@lynne9870]

Agreed... I wish he'd shut up a bit

[@juliahutchinson4542]

Disagree

[@J.R.Y.]

I sent this video to my mom. I really hope it encourages her to eat better. It's sure adding motivation for me, personally!

[@ednalama4244]

Zoe, thank you for these very interesting podcasts !!!

[@Swayeee]

I've been suffering from eczema for years, rashes all over body. After years of food elimination I started to realise it wasn't any particular food, but instead when I ate bad in general over a short period of time. My thinking was that wheat was too hard on my gut. My journey into investigating inflammation led me here and now I realise how deep this goes. I have now cut out as much processed food as realistically possible (I had no idea sweetener in my coffee was so bad!) And I'm feeling great. No rashes have come up since. All doctors wanted to do was address the symptoms but this is going right to the cause! Thanks for getting this message out there. It's totally changed the way I look at food and the industry surrounding it.

[@natures_child]

Another fascinating and insightful interview. Thank you Zoe and Felice. I guess the old saying is true: you are what you eat!

[@T-gp5tf]

I have listened to this several times so enlightening and helpful. Thanks for this

[@ldavies3280]

I’ve been wondering for a while if the no-dig method of growing veg was connected to the Zoe research into microbes. It emphasises supporting the microbes in the soil by not disrupting them, and just feeding them with a top dressing of home-produced compost. Delighted to hear that it almost certainly is, after listening to this. My veg does very well on it, and I haven’t used any fertilisers, even organic ones, for years. If you’re interested, the Charles Dowding channel on here explains the method.

[@sandramasson123]

It encouraging worms that is essential. Worms add so many minerals to the soil, of course the mycology adds to this too. I wish more people had made this connection!

[@frithar]

Ruth Stout really popularized the method early on so hunting out a video or two about her is really inspirational too! Cheers

[@wendywilliams9893]

Thanks as always for this truly inspiring interview. Learnt a huge amount . This should be taught in schools.

[@shelaghl7981]

These podcasts are brilliant. Have made such a difference to me, thank you!

[@ebnanaann5644]

I try to eat UPF's in moderation, and healthy food when possible and I have been making my own Keffir for years. I'm 75 and reasonably fit.

[@sarahangwin7610]

Love these podcasts. So much information to digest but fantastic. Thank you.

[@ReflectedMiles]

It's easier to digest a Tootsie Roll.

[@jgurka2105]

Excellent presentation, balanced and very informative. Thank you both.

[@eSKAone-]

It's easy: stick to things that have only 1 ingredient (you can throw them together obviously for a meal) I consider whole grain pasta to be healthy, but you should have them split up in to maximum 2 meals a day, and with a good amount of healthy plant seed oils (I prefer olive). Other than that I eat nuts and vegetables. Only drink water, coffee, and tea without milk or sugar. If you're vegan have your vit.B12 and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids (like algae oil), maybe vit.D if you're a nightshift worker or not out in the sun much, and you're good. I'm 40 years old, athletic, everyone thinks I'm much younger. Take good care of your bodies folks 💟

[@imhassane]

Yeah I agree, I'm 23 and this year I went plant based. My meals are based around beans, lentils, oatmeal, bananas, oranges and three nuts (almonds, walnuts and peanuts). I get my omega 3s from mackerel and sardines. It's actually pretty easy to follow and very satiating.

[@TheNutmegStitcher]

At 55, I've given up alcohol completely, adopted a whole food mostly plant based diet (occasional meat, fish), added fermented foods, and started progressive overload strength training. Also HRT to add estrogen and progesterone back into the equation. My sleep is good. I've never felt better. Here's hoping my aging brain responds well.❤ I still forget my keys.

[@nicosaloneftis6345]

Revolutionary and insightful podcast. Loved all the advice too, thank you!

[@SMARTvoterWorld]

What steps were taken to insure the 60% aging hippocampus effect of diet was not correlative. People who just each junk are often also passive mentally and physically.. from an early age.

[@PySnek]

It''s complete bs. The western world still invents the greatest things for nearly all sectors. Nothing comes close.

[@marko7425]

Brilliant podcast. But what about 'forever chemicals' etc., that affect our metabolic systems, bisphenols from plastic packaging. I think most tins/ cans are lined with plastic so best choose jars if possible

[@EmmaHughes-x1e]

Thank you. That was another facinating pod cast from which I learned so much. As ever, brilliantly presented too. Thank you to the team at Zoe :)

[@trishwilder7158]

Wow! Food for thought! Go Felice and the Food and Mood Centre in Melbourne. Now I’m off to the Gym!

[@julianshepherd2038]

I live near 3 supermarkets and a bakery and none of their bread is proper bread.

[@jaybee8581]

What a great video. I'm so glad Zoe is around. I have learned much about diet and nutrition watching these videos, and feeling comfort in the fact that I've been eating fairly good on a very limited pension. Sadly, Zoe isn't in Australia yet, but I've signed up and am on the waiting list for when they do include Australia. Many thanks Zoe, keep up the excellent work :)

[@glenysrentoul204]

I second that.

[@PiotrNowak-ol2ip]

It's really important to keep away from processed food and eat healthy/whole food as much as possible. I give myself 30mins to an hour to meditate to ready myself mentally every day. I'm also taking Dihexa from nextchems to increase my mental stamina.

[@sarahsnowe]

Regarding prepped supermarket salads, I'd always understood that leaving cut veggies for even a few hours diminishes their nutrients. Anybody know? (Also, these products always come wrapped in wasteful plastic.) Of course, even these salads are superior to other "ready meals."

[@T-gp5tf]

This is a brilliant podcast and thank you for the amazing information. I love the quick fire questions at the start too.

[@AP-ri5ph]

I love the content of your podcast, but i feel its constantly 'interupted' & it affects the flow. Anyhow, thanks for sharing - its was powerful 🙏🙏🙏

[@butching6665]

💥 - Dear 'Zoe', it's fabulous and delightful to be able to listen to such a podcast. Thank you. Dear Prof Felice Jacka, 👍, it was greatly appreciated to be able to hear your thoughts on this from you. THANK YOU.

[@howardgould1079]

Excellent podcast. Given Zoe's interest in intermittent fasting, was a little surprised that there was no question about any link between fasting and, eg the hippocampus. Will this be covered in a later podcast?

[@millertas]

Have this on the background. From around 30:00 she talks about compounds we haven't discovered. Heard on ABC Radio that Blueberries have a compound that helps prevent Alzeheimers.

[@tarafriend100]

If the audio or video annoy then the transcript version is available. At the beginning of the transcript, it introduces the Prof. and her background . I use the Zoe app, so get email updates with links to these talks.

[@RSLtreecare]

Fascinating, I'll come back. This is very important.

[@carodee7113]

What a wonderful knowledgeable speaker

[@cherylchapman5136]

Excellent podcast as usual! Thank you Zoe!

[@angelawilliamson6765]

I'm pleased she highlighted the government very inadequate policy linked to the food industry we are so effected by it and the destruction of top soil!! Keep the diet whole, varied & fibre veg & simple, there are cheap ways around having a healthy, blood she mentioned this as well!!

[@BB-ux5wd]

Hello, I loved listening to this talk today. I do wish I could of asked Prof a question. My question would be : Does time-restricting affect brain health and is there an ideal window to consume meals specifically for brain health? Thank you.

[@Peter-ud9bx]

Brilliant! Great programme. So interesting and, it seems, important.

[@MsMousepusher]

The implications of the government strategy for the dentistry service are huge if it affects the mental health of the population as described.

[@PeterDMayr]

Please turn on the auto-translate caption for all languages feature please. There are many billions of people who cannot read or understand English. Thank you. PS: If you do not know how, leave a message and I will show you a video that explains the very simple process. It is a 3 minor steps process that takes maybe at a maximum 1 minute.

[@joanhall3718]

I loved this podcast. I was confused because there was no introduction to prof. Felica, ( I’m not sure of her last name). On future interviews please give your guests a proper introduction.

[@johnhmrolt]

It's mentioned in the top comment above, along with other info .. :)

[@childofthe50s53]

Prof Felice Jacka. Her name is in the video title

[@sueroberts5432]

You're talking about mouth microbial health. Is toothpaste with all its antimicrobials a bad thing to use?

[@yvonnecoogan8287]

Very interesting guest, but please let her speak and stop jumping in and interupting her.

[@deborahcapill6939]

Interesting discussion, thank you. What does this mean for pet nutrition? Should dogs be on a raw diet vs Kimble or canned foods? The vets I’ve come across seem to have a lack of interest in pet nutrition and not support raw food.

[@EMusicMaestroUK]

I'm interested in this too. I've started my puppy on raw food and stopped feeding kibble several years ago.

[@juliajones3613]

When I've been to Vets they have supplies of VERY expensive tinned and dried dog food on display which they promote - maybe they have a vested interest in not recommending a raw food diet - not that I'm cynical, of course!

[@juliajones3613]

PS the dog food on display is usually only available from the Vets. Sounds like they could have a vested interest of some sort or maybe they do really believe it's the best stuff for your dog. I don't have an opinion on this as I'm not a dog owner but "follow the money" :

[@EMusicMaestroUK]

@@juliajones3613 Yesterday I took my new puppy for vaccinations and they have a freezer full of raw food on sale! Perhaps it's the start of better nutrition for dogs.

[@EMusicMaestroUK]

It's a brand that's widely available.

[@keithpp1]

This is a fascinating discusion.

[@PeterDMayr]

Hypocampus shrinking & being deregulated when eating junk food is imho caused by a lack of nutrients and a need for more nutrients (eat more; i need more).

[@nicolesmith4490]

It would be amazing to see studies done on diet and neurodegenerative conditions such as Huntington's Disease, in hopes that the progression could be slowed or even halted. I don't know what all has been done thus far, but the disease runs in my paternal family. When I talked to a neurologist, I was hoping my thoughts about diet would be valid, but even he said there's nothing solid showing diet has a positive effect. Of course, what kind of diet are most on? Not one that's as healthy as what would be needed, I imagine.

[@claranunes4872]

Such a useful episode, thank you. I worry about the plastic involved in frozen food as well as the plastic lining of cans used for food. Should I be?

[@macsmiffy2197]

Some cans are lined to stop the acid in the product from eating into the tin.

[@SusannaSedler]

Very clear explanation from Prof . Jacka. Thank you . But I am surprised to hear that people are astonished tomlearn thst food is linked to brain health. I mean : we are what we eat after all!

[@AlexShiro]

Professor Rucklidge in Uni of Canterbury New Zealand and Emiritus Professor Kaplan in Canada have done some excellent studies and research into food and mental health, in schizoaffective disorders and also ADHD and trauma treatment.

[@annwilliams6438]

If you watch any cleaning or hoarder house shows where the householder uses their home as a trash tip, the packaging shows that they basically eat ultra processed foods almost exclusively. It is a McDonalds and donuts diet showing up vs empty apple, carrot and bean packets… no surprise that these people are deeply depressed, anxious and cannot make decisions and are heavily fatigued.

[@macsmiffy2197]

What has happened to the Cox apples and other British varieties which used to dominate the shelves in the supermarket this time of year?

[@ellikay2590]

I'd love to be part of the Zoe study but unfortunately I live in Australia. Will it be available here soon?

[@marthacolvin6834]

This was a GREAT video!!! Thank You!

[@Art_is_life]

THANK YOU 🙏🏼

[@JARABACOA3]

Bread should be only 4 ingredients but you can read at least 4 more.

[@mignonelliott8727]

Have you ever heard of the product NAD+ therapy and what is your view on it?

[@sharonche5042]

For those of you who avoid dairy and use oat/nutmilk - have a look at the ingredients! Not so healthy!

[@julianshepherd2038]

Just did that. I do dairy and some soya milk and the brand I buy is pretty good. It's not impossible to do but I agreed, check the ingredients

[@helenpayne840]

So interesting and impactful - personal changes coming now!

[@nataliepayne7436]

Interesting beyond words. This information should be taught at grass roots in schools.

[@andrewmainprice2179]

Can you outline practical budget suggestions to make our diet more healthy.

[@no-oneinparticular7264]

Explain why supermarkets are having fantastic offers on all kinds of junk food these days. Seems to me, the government needs to step in...

[@andrewtan7246]

Jonathan - please stop interrupting. Your guest is an eloquent and accomplished communicator and does not require your mansplanning the way through her incredibly informed and interesting report. Appreciate you’re trying to help but we also don’t require your attempts at dumbing down points that, although potentially complex, were better described by the professor in the first instance. Great podcast though. Thank you and congrats.

[@imaginejl4]

😂 I was wishing Jonathan could interrupt more for longer yesterday listening to the mindfulness talk... It's a balancing act though...he does help to re affirm key points and get simpler explanations but sometimes more than necessary sure...but it's more helpful for some listeners than others...she's a wonderful speaker and super listener..

[@optimise.thailand]

Loving this but surely going out on a limb describing the human brain as "the most complex thing in the universe"...... where "science" fails, thinking that if we don't know about something it doesn't exist.

[@artie496]

Please stop interrupting, Jonathan. We really don't need you to paraphrase everything your guests say. We are intelligent adults, not children.

[@vatsmith8759]

When I were a lad 'ready-made meals' were the latest thing but nowadays it seems 'pre-prepared ready-made meals' are also available. I suppose I must have missed the 'prepared ready-made meals'. Otherwise, a jolly useful video.

[@extrememinimalistparent]

what if food stores had labels that said 'not processed at all' at the front of the storage to 'highly processed' at the back of the store.

[@jacquilayton2557]

I’ve been a strict vegetarian for 40 years, I do have my weaknesses such as chocolate, and bread, but other than that I don’t eat much processed food. But I’m still fat, I still have memory and learning issues, and I wouldn’t describe myself as fit and healthy.

[@jolurie3636]

Hard luck🙂

[@tonyloomes3917]

You need to become a meat eater 💪

[@paulawhittaker3538]

Health is more than food. Not everyone in the world is meant to be small/thin/slim - genetics plays about a 65/70% part. The only way I was smaller was restricting my food to a ridiculously small amount of calories & eating mainly fruit & veg...that wasnt healthy. Keep doing what you're doing xx

[@eSKAone-]

It's easy: stick to things that have only 1 ingredient (you can throw them together obviously for a meal) I consider whole grain pasta to be healthy, but you should have them split up in to maximum 2 meals a day, and with a good amount of healthy plant seed oils (I prefer olive). Other than that I eat nuts and vegetables. Only drink water, coffee, and tea without milk or sugar. If you're vegan have your vit.B12 and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids (like algae oil), maybe vit.D if you're a nightshift worker or not out in the sun much, and you're good. I'm 40 years old, athletic, everyone thinks I'm much younger. Take good care of your bodies folks 💟

[@eSKAone-]

You also should use your body more guess, find some sports that you like (running and bouldering are my favs)

[@myrealretirementadventures]

An amazing podcast … and scary too…I’m really pleased I’ve slowly changed my diet over the last year or so to eat much less ultra processed food …. Even though it’s often tasty and easy… and I. I lost a few pounds which was good and I’m finding out more by doing the Zoe tests at the moment.

[@janooms9482]

At long last, someone recognising the link between soil biodiversity and the gut microbiome and the consequential influences on health, intelligence, and behaviour.