Why The US Healthcare System Is Failing Patients and What You Can Do About It with Dr. Arti Thangudu
In this episode of The Nutrition Science Podcast, Dr. Adrian Chavez sits down with endocrinologist and direct care physician Dr. Art Thangudu to to a deep dive into what’s really wrong with the U.S. healthcare system and what patients can do about it. Dr. Thangudu shares her journey from working in the traditional healthcare system in a high-volume insurance-based clinic to founding her own direct care endocrinology practice that provides patient centered care where she is able to spend time with her patients, build trust and provide better outcomes at a lower cost. In this episode you will learn: Why today’s insurance-driven model leaves both doctors and patients frustratedHow this system compromises quality care for profitAlternatives to the traditional healthcare model, including direct primary careHow direct primary care cuts out the middlemen and lowers costsReal-world examples of how patients can better advocate for themselvesThe hidden incentives driving inflated medical prices and short visitsSimple ways to find more personalized, transparent careIf you’ve ever felt rushed, overbilled, or ignored by the healthcare system, this episode will help you understand why and show you that there’s a better way forward.Episode Links Dr. Thangudu's Complete Medicine Practice Dr. Thangudu's InstagramEndocrine Matters PodcastBooks Mentioned on the PodcastNever Pay the First BillThe American Sickness The Price We PayEnjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation
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How This Overlooked Food May Improve Your Immune System and Protect Against Cancer
Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today we are going to be discussing a food that I think is highly underrated - Mushrooms. Most people walk past this food in the grocery store without realizing the powerful impact that it can have on our health.So today we are going to cover:The nutritional composition of mushroomsUnique nutrients there are found in mushrooms Research showing the health benefits of eating more mushrooms How to include them into your diet And more...Tune in to learn more about this incredible food. Join our Holiday Health Reset Challenge Here Resources20 Nutritious Foods to Eat More OfFurther Reading: Mushrooms and All-Cause Mortality US studyMushrooms and All-Cause Mortality Korean Study Mushrooms and Cancer Risk Compilation of Studies Mushrooms and Reducing Risk of Cancer ReviewMushrooms and Beneficial Compounds for GI HealthEnjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation
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How This Overlooked Food May Improve Your Immune System and Protect Against Cancer
Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today we are going to be discussing a food that I think is highly underrated - Mushrooms. Most people walk past this food in the grocery store without realizing the powerful impact that it can have on our health.So today we are going to cover:The nutritional composition of mushroomsUnique nutrients there are found in mushrooms Research showing the health benefits of eating more mushrooms How to include them into your diet And more...Tune in to learn more about this incredible food. Join our Holiday Health Reset Challenge Here Resources20 Nutritious Foods to Eat More OfFurther Reading: Mushrooms and All-Cause Mortality US studyMushrooms and All-Cause Mortality Korean Study Mushrooms and Cancer Risk Compilation of Studies Mushrooms and Reducing Risk of Cancer ReviewMushrooms and Beneficial Compounds for GI HealthEnjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. JOIN THE HOLIDAY HEALTHY HABITS CHALLENGE TODAY! Use code "podcast" for $100 off. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation
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Pros and Cons of a Ketogenic Diet
Is the ketogenic diet really a useful diet to follow or just another fad? The ketogenic diet has become one of the most talked-about approaches to weight loss and metabolic health. But what does the research actually say about the diet?In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the science of the ketogenic diet, explaining its potential benefits and risks. In this episode, you’ll learn:What a ketogenic diet actually is and how it is used medically The difference between a true ketogenic diet and what is often promoted online as a "ketogenic diet"Who may want to consider a ketogenic diet, and those who may want to avoid itTips for protecting your health while following a ketogenic dietTune into this episode if you want to learn more about the science of the ketogenic diet.Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation
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Is Walking a Good Form of Exercise?
In today's episode of the podcast, we will discuss whether walking is a good form of exercise. We cover the health benefits of walking and why it is a great form of exercise for most people. Then we discuss why it shouldn't be the ONLY form of exercise and why higher intensity exercises have health benefits that are hard to get from walking.Tune into the podcast to hear more. Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation
If you are overwhelmed with all of the conflicting information in nutrition this is the podcast for you. On this podcast, Dr. Adrian Chavez, who has a doctorate in nutrition and years of experience working with over 1,000 clients, helps to break down the science and practical application around popular topics in nutrition to help you make more informed decisions about nutrition and your health. Weekly episodes include research breakdowns of specific nutrition topics along with practical takeaways, Q and A episodes, myth-busting, and interviews with subject matter experts.