Episode 43: How Not To Age with Dr. Michael Greger

This is one of those moments where I am jumping up and down like a giddy teenager. I got to interview Dr. Michael Greger, a physician and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition.
You’ve probably read or heard of his books, How Not to Die and How Not to Diet but today we’re talking about How Not Age. (Ummm, aging is inevitable, right? Maybe not?)
Dr. Greger’s research cuts through all the nutritional noise and nonsense, and he comes equipped with some really surprising knowledge bombs.
Alright, I know you’re with me in the thought; Aging is natural… Just embrace it. Should we? According to Dr. Greger, aging could actually be considered a disease just as natural as tuberculosis or the common cold; should we embrace those too?
In the barrage of pills and potions to cure every ailment and tighten every wrinkle, the cold truth is they won’t save you.
The #1 killer in America? The American Diet and, coming in second, tobacco. HEY! That’s good news; that means we can wake up, be accountable and actually do something about it.
When talking about reducing aging and living a longer life, Dr. Greger explains the Blue Zones. Areas around the world have recorded longer longevity. Well, what’s their secret?
The secret is in the sauce-the plant-based sauce, that is. People in these Blue Zones eat a primarily plant-based diet, and that makes all the difference.
I could rattle off a bunch of mind-blowing research-based facts, like, as far as longevity goes, a burger = 2 cigarettes, or the truth is, spinach makes much more of an impact than extra protein, but you have to listen to all the mind-blowing goodness yourself.
Prepare to be triggered. Prepare to question everything you know. And also, prepare yourself to be equipped with the knowledge that could really stop aging in its tracks.
What’s Inside:
-Is aging a disease?
-What are people in the Blue Zones eating that’s making them live longer?
-What is the number #1 killer in America?
-Nutritional guidance that can literally stop aging?
-Misconceptions about your diet, who should you trust?
I’ll be the first to admit that there were some tidbits in this episode that left me uneasy and a little defensive. What surprised you the most and what are you going to do with that info? Let me know on Insta!
Mentioned In This Episode:
-How Much Does Meat Affect Longevity?: How Much Does Meat Affect Longevity?
-True Health Initiative: www.truehealthinitiative.org/
-NutritionFacts.org (@nutrition_facts_org) • Instagram photos: / nutrition_facts_org
-How Not to Age: nutritionfacts.org/book/how-n...
-NutritionFacts.org: nutritionfacts.org
-NutritionFacts.org - TH-cam: / nutritionfactsorg
-NutritionFacts.org Facebook: / nutritionfacts.org
-Michael Greger, M.D. (@nutrition_facts) / X: / nutrition_facts
-@Nutrition_Facts_org on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/nutrition_fact...
-Transform Your Body & Habits In 28 Days. Guaranteed.: www.fitfeelsgood.com/transform
-Fit Feels Good (@oonaghduncan) • Instagram photos: / oonaghduncan
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[@crimzdad]

Love a guy who thinks he is the only one who knows how to do anything and everything correctly when it comes to health.

[@lurichar]

😊

[@mindymylrea6994]

Bravo to you for interviewing Dr Greger. Brilliant

[@FitFeelsGood]

Right!?! I was so pumped!

[@ericavansintannaland6118]

Thank you for doing this interview, I am a big fan of Dr Greger. It's a tough message for a lot of people to hear, plant based eating for the win 🌿👍❤️

[@FitFeelsGood]

Agree!

[@SaravananNewcastle]

I am confused. As an avid reader on lifestyle advice to patients and myself, I don’t understand the claim - a single egg = 2 cigarettes. What am I supposed eat instead? More white starch?

[@FitFeelsGood]

More plant based whole foods - vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes, nuts and seeds!

[@tammywade3649]

Is it true if you have Hashimotos thyroid, that you shouldn't have wheat???

[@FitFeelsGood]

I've never heard that but you might want to check out the episode on Hashimotos and thyroid stuff: th-cam.com/video/VxNWfm0lPtg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=zQ-Y32murspEQeFr

[@jamiehopp3129]

Oonagh did he say that we need to be exercising moderately for an hour each day?

[@FitFeelsGood]

I don't remember him saying that specifically - I think what he said is that you need more than 20 mins of heart pumping exercise daily. I think 1 hour of moderate (brisk walk) or 25-30 mins of intense exercise (HIIT) is a good target

[@allycroc1]

He's amazing!! So happy for you, Oonagh!!♡
Eye openers: 1 egg is like smoking 2 cigarettes..What?!
Spinach bit...Wow!
Surprised that exercise had little to do with longevity.
I need to read his books!

[@FitFeelsGood]

right!? Those parts blew my mind!

[@ParisianThinker]

Disagree about the eggs 🥚. I don’t eat the yolks but could. Dr William Li and Rhonda Patrick say to eat eggs for protein. Protein requirements have been updated to 1.2grams per body kilogram. That’s a lot of protein we need to eat.

[@crimzdad]

Avoid

[@crimzdad]

What a hack. Spinach good luck to your kidney s with how much spinach you need to eat for protein.

[@orenschulman4554]

Guy kind of looks like hes aging. Facts.

[@debbieabshire864]

Wow, I had to unsubscribe from your channel because of this ridiculous information. I can't believe you didn't call him out, especially about the egg being as bad as cigarettes. What about essential amino acids? What about muscle protein synthesis? We need protein and even more as we age. I would think someone who specializes in fitness would know this. This kind of "internationally recognized" nutrition information explains why the majority of people remain sick and diseased! Bye