What they DON’T teach you in medical school - MUST WATCH

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Paul Saladino22m · 2023-10-09

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Well SupportedRandomized controlled trials showing that red meat is not inflammatory should be considered as part of the overall body of evidence.Not SupportedMedical school curricula teach little about nutrition, including the nutrients in meat and organs, and the value of animal foods.Well SupportedReplacing 600-800 grams of whole grain carbohydrates with red meat in diabetics improved insulin sensitivity and reduced inflammation.Well SupportedFasting insulin levels are often very high in patients with early hyperinsulinemia.Well Supported

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High fiber intake is healthy and supports digestion, nutrient absorption, and gut microbiome diversity.

Partially SupportedRelative risk percentages from epidemiology studies can be misleading without context of absolute risk or the specific study population.

Well SupportedWhen consuming red meat, moderation and selectivity are advised, and processed or overcooked red meat should be avoided.

Partially SupportedHigh-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) is a marker of systemic inflammation.

Partially SupportedThe documentary 'Game Changers' suggested that red meat consumption is associated with less frequent and less hard erections compared to plant-based meals.

Partially SupportedFasting insulin levels should be used to diagnose diabetes, as current reference ranges are too high and lead to missed diagnoses of pre-diabetes.

Well SupportedFor an active 220-pound individual, the upper limit of beneficial protein intake is approximately 220 grams per day.

Well SupportedBeans provide a diverse mix of fibers, including resistant starches, contributing to their high overall fiber content.

Not SupportedEpidemiological studies can be subject to biases including underdiagnosis, misdiagnosis, researcher bias, and healthy user bias.

Partially SupportedOlive oil may be a better choice for cooking fatty foods compared to oils like canola oil in the context of hypertension.

Partially SupportedConsuming fatty meat every day is likely to lead to obesity and necessitate seeing a cardiologist due to clogged arteries.

Partially SupportedSteak contains a significant amount of iron.

Limited ResearchThe bioavailability and amino acid profile of protein from beans is uncertain.

Partially SupportedInterventional studies, which involve controlled interventions with control groups and preferably blinding, are necessary to draw positive inference.

Partially SupportedA healthy diet, as taught in public health lectures, includes a balance of omega fatty acids, vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.

Partially SupportedThe Mediterranean diet is considered healthy and high in fiber.

Not SupportedRed meat is taught as a known carcinogen in medical school.

Partially SupportedWhite meat is considered healthier to eat compared to red meat by some researchers.

Partially SupportedColorful vegetables, such as spinach and kale, are beneficial for health.

Partially SupportedBroccoli contains iron.

Not SupportedStatistical methods like relative risk versus absolute risk can be manipulated to present findings more favorably.

Partially SupportedThe speaker wanted to give up meat to decrease their risk of hypertension due to a family history of the condition.

Partially SupportedHigh sodium intake and fatty foods, particularly from fast food and fried items, may contribute to hypertension.

Partially SupportedDaily consumption of butter may lead to increased cholesterol, inflammation, and hypertension.

Partially SupportedObservational studies in the United States often associate meat consumption with negative health outcomes.

Limited ResearchThe bioavailability of iron in broccoli is uncertain.

Limited ResearchThere is a lack of readily available interventional studies demonstrating that meat consumption causes hypertension.

Partially SupportedWhole grains such as whole wheat bread, brown rice, and quinoa are good grain choices for a healthy diet.

Partially SupportedInsulin resistance is involved in the development of diabetes.

Partially SupportedProtein can be obtained from meat, fish, chicken, red meat, or beans.

Partially SupportedConsuming ribeye steaks and butter or hamburgers twice daily may lead to elevated fasting insulin and potentially diabetes.

Partially SupportedElevated hs-CRP levels may indicate inflammation from a diet high in fatty red meat and butter.

Partially SupportedDiet and stress levels are significant contributors to hypertension.