Introducing the Eat to Live Podcast epside where we will be Unveiling the Truth About Fish 🐟 in a 2 part series!
Is fish and seafood good for you? Do you really need omega-3 fatty acids to improve your brain health? Are you puzzled by the conflicting information about fish and its impact on your health? Allow us to demystify the enigma! Join us as we shed light on the benefits and potential drawbacks of incorporating fish into your diet. We believe in evidence-based information that empowers you to make informed decisions about your well-being. So, let's dive in!
Watch Part I
0:00 - Intro
00:42 - The nuances of nutrition and health
06:54 - Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
11:33 - Osteopenia/osteoporosis and sarcopenia
15:57 - Is fish good for you?
20:20 - The case of zinc
21: 33 - Were humans meant to consume fish and meat?
While fish contains important nutritents, it's essential to be aware of potential risks. I meticulously analyzes the environmental factors, including mercury contamination microplastics, and sustainability concerns, helping you make informed choices about what you should put in your body.
The Doctor's Recommendations
The consumption of fish and seafood is fraught with potential health and environmental risks. These dangers include the presence of harmful contaminants such as mercury, PCBs, dioxins, and even microplastics. Recent studies further highlight the potential deleterious impacts of seafood consumption, necessitating a reconsideration of our dietary choices.
Given the compelling evidence, I suggest a considerable reduction, or even complete avoidance of seafood in your diet. This recommendation is anchored in an exhaustive review of corroborating evidence that underscores the benefits of such an approach.
For those who choose a vegan lifestyle or abstain from fish, it's advisable to supplement their diet with key nutrients often found in fish. I advise taking a modest amount of approximately 250 mg of DHA-EPA, which led me to formulate my product, DHA/EPA Purity. You have the option to evaluate your omega-3 index, and it's crucial to keep this index above 6 as a preventative measure against brain reduction and to safeguard your health (I have recently increased my recommendation from 5% to 6% due to corroborative evidence of several recent studies on omega-3 index).
Tune In to the Eat to Live Podcast each month!
Subscribe to the Eat to Live Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. With our expert guidance, you'll have the knowledge you need to embrace the bounties of the sea with open arms and a discerning palate.
Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, seven-time New York Times bestselling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing, who specializes in preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods. Dr. Fuhrman coined the term “Nutritarian” to describe his longevity-promoting, nutrient dense, plant-rich eating style.
For over 30 years, Dr. Fuhrman has shown that it is possible to achieve sustainable weight loss and reverse heart disease, diabetes and many other illnesses using smart nutrition. In his medical practice, and through his books and PBS television specials, he continues to bring this life-saving message to hundreds of thousands of people around the world.
Podcast: Is Fish Friend or Foe?
May 17, 2023 by Joel Fuhrman, MD
Introducing the Eat to Live Podcast epside where we will be Unveiling the Truth About Fish 🐟 in a 2 part series!
Is fish and seafood good for you? Do you really need omega-3 fatty acids to improve your brain health? Are you puzzled by the conflicting information about fish and its impact on your health? Allow us to demystify the enigma! Join us as we shed light on the benefits and potential drawbacks of incorporating fish into your diet. We believe in evidence-based information that empowers you to make informed decisions about your well-being. So, let's dive in!
Watch Part I
0:00 - Intro
00:42 - The nuances of nutrition and health
06:54 - Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids
11:33 - Osteopenia/osteoporosis and sarcopenia
15:57 - Is fish good for you?
20:20 - The case of zinc
21: 33 - Were humans meant to consume fish and meat?
24:50 - My recommendation on eating seafood
Part II
Listen Part I
Part II
Related: How Omega-3 Fatty Acids Support Brain Health
Navigate the Murky Waters of Potential Concerns
While fish contains important nutritents, it's essential to be aware of potential risks. I meticulously analyzes the environmental factors, including mercury contamination microplastics, and sustainability concerns, helping you make informed choices about what you should put in your body.
The Doctor's Recommendations
The consumption of fish and seafood is fraught with potential health and environmental risks. These dangers include the presence of harmful contaminants such as mercury, PCBs, dioxins, and even microplastics. Recent studies further highlight the potential deleterious impacts of seafood consumption, necessitating a reconsideration of our dietary choices.
Given the compelling evidence, I suggest a considerable reduction, or even complete avoidance of seafood in your diet. This recommendation is anchored in an exhaustive review of corroborating evidence that underscores the benefits of such an approach.
For those who choose a vegan lifestyle or abstain from fish, it's advisable to supplement their diet with key nutrients often found in fish. I advise taking a modest amount of approximately 250 mg of DHA-EPA, which led me to formulate my product, DHA/EPA Purity. You have the option to evaluate your omega-3 index, and it's crucial to keep this index above 6 as a preventative measure against brain reduction and to safeguard your health (I have recently increased my recommendation from 5% to 6% due to corroborative evidence of several recent studies on omega-3 index).
Tune In to the Eat to Live Podcast each month!
Subscribe to the Eat to Live Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. With our expert guidance, you'll have the knowledge you need to embrace the bounties of the sea with open arms and a discerning palate.
Reference List For Part 1
Reference List For Part 2
Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, seven-time New York Times bestselling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing, who specializes in preventing and reversing disease through nutritional methods. Dr. Fuhrman coined the term “Nutritarian” to describe his longevity-promoting, nutrient dense, plant-rich eating style.
For over 30 years, Dr. Fuhrman has shown that it is possible to achieve sustainable weight loss and reverse heart disease, diabetes and many other illnesses using smart nutrition. In his medical practice, and through his books and PBS television specials, he continues to bring this life-saving message to hundreds of thousands of people around the world.