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How to Improve Your Vitality & Heal From Disease | Dr. Mark Hyman — Whalespan

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How to Improve Your Vitality & Heal From Disease | Dr. Mark Hyman

Andrew Huberman2h 42m · 2025-04-14

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✓Well SupportedAG1 is a vitamin, mineral, probiotic drink with adaptogens designed to meet foundational nutritional needs and provide insurance for adequate fruit and vegetable intake.✓Well SupportedAndrew Huberman drinks Athletic Greens twice a day, typically once in the morning and again in the afternoon or late afternoon, mixed with water and lemon or lime juice.✓Well SupportedComprehensive blood testing is vital for detecting many aspects of mental and physical health, and Function Health offers this affordably.✓Well SupportedAndrew Huberman's mercury levels decreased after limiting tuna, increasing leafy greens, and supplementing with NAC.Well Supported

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AG1 is recommended as the single supplement to take for supporting physical health, mental health, and cognitive and physical performance by covering foundational nutritional bases.

✓Well SupportedRed and near-infrared light therapy can improve cellular health, aiding muscle recovery, skin health, pain and inflammation reduction, and sleep enhancement.

✓Well SupportedUp to 70% of people in the US are deficient or insufficient in vitamin D, suggesting widespread supplementation is advisable.

✓Well SupportedThe 8 Sleep Pod 4 Ultra offers improved cooling and heating capacity, higher fidelity sleep tracking, and snoring detection that can automatically adjust head elevation.

✓Well SupportedSmart mattress covers can optimize sleep environment temperature through cooling and heating.

✓Well SupportedSupplements should be of the highest quality, with ingredient amounts on the label precisely matching the product's content.

✓Well SupportedAbout half of the US population has inadequate magnesium levels, with physically active individuals likely faring worse.

✓Well SupportedOrganic forms of magnesium supplements, such as magnesium glycinate, citrate, and lactate, are generally much more bioavailable than inorganic forms.

✕Not SupportedIndividuals with cancer or high risk of cancer should avoid BPC 157 due to its pro-angiogenic effects.

✓Well SupportedCheck food labels to ensure all ingredients would be recognizable by a great-grandmother.

✓Well SupportedTestosterone levels have declined by approximately 1% per year since the 1970s, potentially closer to 1.5% when adjusted for obesity.

✓Well SupportedPatients should demand ApoB or LDL particle count testing if their doctor does not perform it, as it is crucial for understanding lipid-related risk.

✓Well SupportedNon-HDL cholesterol is generally more predictive of cardiovascular risk than LDL cholesterol.

✓Well SupportedAG1 is offering a free bottle of vitamin D3 K2, a bottle of omega-3 fish oil capsules, and a sample pack of AGZ with the first subscription to AG1.

✓Well SupportedAG1 contains specific micronutrients that are difficult to obtain in sufficient quantities from whole foods alone.

✓Well SupportedKetogenic diets and ketone supplements are being investigated for a broad range of psychiatric disorders, including depression, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders.

✓Well SupportedFunction Health offers comprehensive lab testing, analyzing over 100 biomarkers for heart health, hormones, immune system, metabolic function, and vitamin/mineral status.

✓Well SupportedConsuming leafy greens and supplementing with N-acetylcysteine (NAC) can support glutathione production, detoxification, and reduce mercury levels.

✓Well SupportedWearing ROKA red lens glasses in the evening supports healthy melatonin increases and helps keep cortisol levels low.

✓Well SupportedSaturated fat can be beneficial for obese or metabolically unhealthy individuals, especially when consumed with starch and sugar.

✓Well SupportedIt is advisable to discuss peptide use, including dosing regimens and duration, with a doctor to ensure individualized treatment.

✓Well SupportedElevated blood p-Tau217 levels in healthy individuals may warrant further brain imaging for Alzheimer's risk assessment.

✓Well SupportedThe term 'hyper responder' was coined to describe individuals whose LDL cholesterol, including particle count, increases significantly on low-carb diets.

✓Well SupportedBoosting NAD levels can activate sirtuin defenses and DNA repair proteins.

✓Well SupportedOmega-3 fish oil and vitamin D3/K2 supplementation can support mood, brain health, heart health, and healthy hormone status.

✓Well SupportedSulforaphane reduces toxic load, enhances glutathione, protects the brain, and promotes detoxification.

✓Well SupportedA dosage of one gram per day of the EPA form of omega-3 fatty acids is recommended.

✓Well SupportedInsulin resistance is likely at the root of many health issues, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and metabolic dysfunction.

✓Well SupportedIndividuals taking GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss should incorporate resistance training and higher protein intake to mitigate skeletal muscle loss.

✓Well SupportedHaving a purpose in life that extends beyond personal joy and pleasure is associated with living longer.

✓Well SupportedAdding fat and salt to starchy carbohydrates significantly increases their palatability and can lead to overconsumption.

✓Well SupportedUpon cessation of GLP-1 agonist drugs, hunger returns quickly while metabolism remains suppressed, leading to rapid fat regain.

✕Not SupportedTaking doses of GLP-1 agonists far greater than what the body naturally produces can lead to downstream consequences, including muscle wasting.

◐Partially SupportedFasting may disrupt certain gut microbiota, but a compensatory proliferation of healthy gut microbiota may occur after eating post-fast.

✓Well SupportedExcitement about one's life may allow individuals to function well on less sleep due to higher quality sleep obtained.

✓Well SupportedTestosterone replacement therapy can lower sperm count in males, requiring HCG for conception.

✓Well SupportedDoctors recommend that all adults take a daily supplement of 400-4000 IU of vitamin D year-round.

✓Well SupportedVegans often exhibit significant nutrient deficiencies if they are not supplementing.

✓Well SupportedMagnesium malate may reduce delayed onset muscle soreness.

◐Partially SupportedPractices like running, resistance training, yoga, meditation, breathwork, and psychedelics are becoming mainstream focuses of science and health.

✓Well SupportedGenetic factors like receptor variations cause significant individual differences in vitamin D needs, making personalized testing important.

◐Partially SupportedNAD infusions can be an unpleasant experience but result in feeling great afterwards.

◐Partially SupportedKetogenic diets may be used to treat schizophrenia.

◐Partially SupportedChoosing olive oil and a small amount of butter over seed oils is a simple and sensible approach.

◐Partially SupportedThe Galleri test has identified cancer in 1 in 188 members tested who would not have known otherwise.

✓Well SupportedIndustrial processing of seed oils, including heating, refining, and solvent use, may contribute to their negative health impacts.

✓Well SupportedReduced brain glucose metabolism can be measured decades before Alzheimer's symptoms appear, leading to the term 'Type 3 diabetes'.

◐Partially SupportedPharmacological effects of GLP-1 agonists involve thousand-fold to ten-thousand-fold higher concentrations in the blood compared to the natural hormone.

◐Partially SupportedChemicals disruptive to human health can impair biological reproduction.

✓Well SupportedModerate to extreme exercise for 2 hours/day at 80% max capacity for 12 weeks can lead to a 40% decrease in sperm count and a 50% decrease in testosterone.

✓Well SupportedInsulin resistance leads to secondary consequences that cause cholesterol to become abnormal, including lower HDL, higher triglycerides, and higher Apo B.

✕Not SupportedLong-term use of GLP-1 agonists increases risks, such as bowel obstruction and pancreatitis.

✓Well SupportedThymosin alpha-1 increases white blood cell function and number, improving immune resilience, especially as the thymus gland involutes with age.

◐Partially SupportedAndrew Huberman takes sublingual NMN daily and occasionally NAD infusions.

✓Well SupportedMany cancers are obesity-related and driven by insulin resistance.

✓Well SupportedOmega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) are highly beneficial, and 80-90% of the population is deficient.

✓Well SupportedHormone testing should include estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, the androgen pathway, and estrogen metabolites, with attention to timing.

✓Well SupportedA large waist circumference increases the odds of low testosterone by approximately 75%, which is a greater effect than aging 10 years.

✓Well SupportedPeptides like ipamorelin and tesamorelin are used in the longevity and self-augmentation fields, with some having clinical uses.

✓Well SupportedOlder adults may benefit from sublingual vitamin B12 or B12 injections due to decreased absorption with age, potentially exacerbated by metformin.

✕Not SupportedMagnesium oxide is poorly bioavailable and should be avoided for supplementation.

◐Partially SupportedThymosin alpha-1 can be obtained from eating thymus, which is available in desiccated supplement form.

✓Well SupportedInsulin resistance leads to abnormal cholesterol levels.

✓Well SupportedFructose does not directly elicit an insulin response, although the body can convert it to glucose.

✓Well SupportedWhole food fats such as avocados, coconut, nuts, seeds, fish, and extra virgin olive oil should be prioritized over processed seed oils.

◐Partially SupportedElevated mercury levels were detected in Andrew Huberman's blood after increasing tuna consumption.

✕Not SupportedThe argument that certain supplements are 'expensive urine' is primarily applicable to vitamin supplements.

◐Partially SupportedFunction Health tracks biomarker changes over time, showing improvement from abnormal to normal ranges in users.

✓Well SupportedThe human body has an innate drive towards health and can heal itself when impediments are removed.

◐Partially SupportedAn N-of-1 experiment is the highest quality evidence.

◐Partially SupportedToxins, infections, microbiome imbalances, allergens, food sensitivities, poor diet, and stress can disrupt bodily function.

✓Well SupportedJuicing cilantro daily can help reduce heavy metals in the body.

◐Partially SupportedAndrew Huberman takes sublingual NMN daily and has observed increased energy, faster hair growth, and faster nail growth.

✓Well SupportedNAD stimulates mitochondrial biogenesis, improves mitochondrial function, improves insulin sensitivity, improves mTOR, and induces autophagy.

✓Well SupportedIt is difficult for most individuals to obtain all necessary nutrients solely through diet, requiring careful planning and specific food choices.

✓Well SupportedBrain tumors, aggressive solid tumors, endometrial cancers, certain GI cancers, and lung cancer are potentially responsive to the ketogenic diet.

◐Partially SupportedA widespread issue of metabolic dysfunction (87.8% of US individuals) may influence study outcomes.

◐Partially SupportedFunctional medicine views the body as a connected network or ecosystem, rather than a reductionist system, integrating all symptoms and connections.

✓Well SupportedRoot causes of illness can include toxins, diet, microbiome issues, trauma, and stress, which collectively can lead to system breakdown and disease.

◐Partially SupportedHigh sugar and starch intake can lead to PCOS in women and decreased testosterone in men.

✓Well SupportedIt is not possible to compensate for a poor diet through exercise alone.

◐Partially SupportedExosomes can be administered intravenously in the United States, though their use for certain conditions may be considered off-label.

✕Not SupportedThe nutritional paradigm that vegetable oils are beneficial because they lower LDL is flawed.

✓Well SupportedUsing a HEPA air filter in urban or environmentally toxic areas can mitigate exposure to air pollutants.

✓Well SupportedFunctional medicine aims to understand the root cause of illness rather than just treating symptoms.

◐Partially SupportedCore supplements such as vitamin D3, omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, and iodine may be considered essential.

✓Well SupportedSingle-ingredient or minimal-ingredient foods inherently solve the problem of confusing food labels.

✓Well SupportedA ketogenic diet can cause dramatic increases in total cholesterol, LDL, and particle number in some individuals.

✓Well SupportedUltra-processed foods, containing sugar, starch, industrial seed oils, additives, and preservatives, should be avoided.

✓Well SupportedFemales are more prone to iron deficiency than males due to menstruation.

✓Well SupportedFocusing on eating real food is beneficial for those with limited resources.

✓Well SupportedLDL cholesterol levels below 100 are desirable, with levels below 70 being preferred.

✕Not SupportedMainstream Western medicine often treats health issues in a fragmented manner, failing to recognize the interconnectedness of the body's systems.

◐Partially SupportedFunction Health offers testing for 110 biomarkers, including key metabolic markers, twice annually for under $500, with interpretations included.

✓Well SupportedOptimism is associated with longer life, even if the optimistic beliefs are not entirely accurate.

✓Well SupportedIndividuals should prioritize optimizing behaviors like nutrition and supplementation before considering TRT to address low testosterone.

◐Partially SupportedMuscle wasting from GLP-1 agonist use slows metabolism because muscle burns significantly more calories than fat.

◐Partially SupportedTaking methylated B12 is generally safe, though over-methylation or under-methylation is possible.

✓Well SupportedConsuming small fish like salmon, mackerel, anchovies, sardines, and herring minimizes mercury intake.

✓Well SupportedThe rise of industrial food systems after World War II coincided with a significant increase in the use of pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides.

◐Partially SupportedEffective treatment for Alzheimer's requires identifying and treating all underlying causes, which can be multimodal.

◐Partially SupportedThe precautionary principle in Europe requires proving a substance is safe before it is added to the food supply.

◐Partially SupportedMercury exposure can lead to gut dysfunction, cognitive decline, autoimmune issues, and skin problems.

✕Not SupportedYoung men in their 20s or 30s should not take TRT unless they have a serious medical issue.

◐Partially SupportedMercury is one of the most potent toxins known to humans.

◐Partially SupportedThe food industry spends 12 times more on academic nutrition research than the federal government.

◐Partially SupportedFactors like C-sections, antibiotics, and certain infant formulas can negatively impact gut flora.

✕Not SupportedA complete emptying of the digestive tract, such as that induced by certain fermented plum products, can disrupt gut flora.

✕Not SupportedSome plant proteins, particularly those sourced from China, have been found to contain lead.

✕Not SupportedThe low-fat diet recommendations of the 1990s were a disaster.

◐Partially SupportedThe Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food security but not necessarily nutrition security, potentially leading to health issues for recipients.

◐Partially SupportedFood can be used as a drug, with different foods having distinct properties that can be prescribed for different problems.

◐Partially SupportedThe primary cause of chronic illnesses like diabetes, obesity, and autoimmune disease is diet, influenced by food industry policies.

◐Partially SupportedIndividuals with disposable income should prioritize eating well, supplementing, and undergoing blood testing.

◐Partially SupportedEnzymes require cofactors, primarily vitamins and minerals, with significant genetic variability in individual needs.

◐Partially SupportedEating whole foods like eggs, fish, meat, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and olive oil can be more cost-effective than eating prepared food.

◐Partially SupportedExosomes can be used effectively for injuries such as knee and back issues.

◐Partially SupportedMark Hyman understands how to upregulate detox pathways through food and supplements due to his genetic predispositions.

◐Partially SupportedThe cumulative effect of consuming small amounts of food additives and environmental chemicals, compounded over time and through interactions, can be harmful.

◐Partially SupportedHeavy metals can be safely removed from the body using a protocol that may include DMSA, silica, and alginates from seaweed, but not charcoal.

◐Partially SupportedDisruptions in one biological system, such as the gut, can modulate other functions like sleep and cognition.

◐Partially SupportedWhole-body scans are expected to cost around $300 in the future.

◐Partially SupportedStem cell treatment in Costa Rica at a reputable center resolved knee problems for Mark Hyman's wife.

◐Partially SupportedDHEA sulfate can indicate Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).

✕Not SupportedTraditional medicine often uses a single drug for a single mechanism and disease, whereas functional medicine uses multimodal treatments for multi-causal diseases.

✕Not SupportedTraditional medicine failed to diagnose or treat Mark Hyman's chronic fatigue syndrome.

✕Not SupportedCharcoal is not effective for chelating heavy metals.

◐Partially SupportedFunctional medicine is a more effective model for treating complex conditions like Alzheimer's than studying single interventions in isolation.

◐Partially SupportedComplete digestive tract emptying with antibiotics and lactulose can restore cognition in cases of liver failure and hepatic encephalopathy.

◐Partially SupportedReversing health issues required understanding and addressing multiple systems including adrenals, thyroid, mitochondria, muscle enzymes, cognitive function, neurotransmitters, sleep, and immune system.

◐Partially SupportedMDMA-assisted psychotherapy is a potential treatment for trauma that could help repair the body's systems.

✕Not SupportedAlcohol consumption is problematic for cancers and other health issues.

◐Partially SupportedLipid levels can change significantly within one month of altering diet or lifestyle.

◐Partially SupportedMark Hyman experienced chronic fatigue syndrome at age 36, leading to cognitive impairment, gut issues, and autoimmune symptoms.

◐Partially SupportedMayo Clinic received over $3 million for research into ketogenic diets for serious mental illness, and Stanford and Harvard have departments for metabolic and nutritional psychiatry.

◐Partially SupportedFunctional medicine principles like dietary changes can improve symptoms in autoimmune diseases, depression, gut issues, dementia, autism, and diabetes.

◐Partially SupportedPsychiatric illness is increasing in both children and adults.

◐Partially SupportedGLP-1 and insulin are examples of peptides that the body uses for regulation.

◐Partially SupportedEliminating highly refined sugars from the modern American diet would have a greater positive impact than eliminating seed oils.

◐Partially SupportedConsumption of soybean oil has increased by 1,000-fold since 1900.

◐Partially SupportedWhile the incidence of heart disease is increasing, deaths from it are decreasing due to better treatments.

◐Partially SupportedLow iron stores (ferritin < 16) can lead to fatigue, brain fog, hair loss, and insomnia.

◐Partially SupportedAutoimmune diseases are increasing significantly.

◐Partially SupportedAthletes use peptides like BPC-157, TB-500, and GKE to increase recovery and repair.

◐Partially SupportedThe field is moving towards personalized precision medicine, understanding biochemical individuality.

◐Partially SupportedEating real food, such as whole grains and beans, does not have to be expensive.

◐Partially SupportedPersonalized health assessment ('test, don't guess') is important because individuals respond differently to interventions.

◐Partially Supported80% of federal healthcare expenditure is used for chronic diseases that are preventable or reversible through intensive lifestyle therapy.

?Limited ResearchThe data on whether seed oils are problematic is mixed, with some epidemiological studies showing reduced disease risk, but these studies show correlation, not causation, and do not account for what the oils are replacing.

◐Partially SupportedDetoxification pathways can be upregulated through food, N-acetylcysteine, lipoic acid, methylating vitamins, and adequate protein intake.

◐Partially SupportedN-acetylcysteine (NAC) is taken daily at a dose of 600 milligrams.

◐Partially SupportedNick Norwitz managed colitis with a carnivore/keto diet, leading to improved health and fitness.

◐Partially SupportedSupplements like CoQ10, fish oil, probiotics, and prenatal vitamins are integrated into medical practice by cardiologists, gastroenterologists, and OB-GYNs.

◐Partially SupportedConditionally essential nutrients, such as CoQ10, may be required by the body and not obtained in sufficient amounts from diet.

◐Partially SupportedMonitoring for GLP-1 agonist side effects should include DEXA scans, kidney function tests, amylase and lipase levels, other hormone levels, and liver function tests.

◐Partially SupportedSub-pharmacologic doses of GLP-1 peptides, guided by a physician, can be effective tools.

◐Partially SupportedThe exposome is more predictive of health outcomes than an individual's genome.

◐Partially SupportedThe Galleri test screens for 50 common cancers with a false positive rate of approximately 0.5% and an accuracy of about 75% in early cancer detection.

◐Partially SupportedThe ketogenic diet is being explored for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

◐Partially SupportedDetoxification, anti-aging, and bodily repair pathways are inherent in humans and can be encouraged.

◐Partially SupportedWhole-body scans can identify critical health issues such as brain tumors and aneurysms.

◐Partially SupportedMark Hyman has focused on medically tailored meals, chronic disease awareness, environmental toxins, and the role of sugar and starch in the metabolic crisis.

◐Partially SupportedComplete emptying of the digestive tract can disrupt gut flora, which often repopulates with its previous composition.

◐Partially SupportedAdvanced biological assessments, including extensive lab testing and data analysis from wearables and CGMs, can provide deep understanding of an individual's biology and health status.

◐Partially SupportedEndocrine-disrupting chemicals, heavy metals, and pesticides can negatively impact fertility and hormone levels.

✕Not SupportedCurrent cancer screening methods are considered antiquated.

◐Partially SupportedCycling peptides, particularly those that stimulate growth hormone, is recommended over continuous use.

◐Partially SupportedEndocrine-disrupting chemicals can affect fertility rates and birth rates in both males and females.

◐Partially SupportedProponents of psychedelics for PTSD treatment in veterans include individuals from diverse political backgrounds.

✕Not SupportedStandard 20th-century cardiovascular risk assessment metrics are outdated.

◐Partially SupportedAndrew Huberman monitors his free sperm count annually and cryopreserves sperm due to potential age-related effects.

◐Partially SupportedAndrew Huberman takes 1800-2400mg of N-acetylcysteine 3-4 times per week, particularly when feeling a cold coming on.

◐Partially SupportedIndividuals should reclaim ownership of their biology and health, understanding they are in charge.

◐Partially SupportedReverse-osmosis water filters are recommended to remove wastewater contaminants like drugs, pesticides, and hormones from drinking water.

◐Partially SupportedMark Hyman believes high levels of mercury exposure from burning coal in Beijing triggered his chronic fatigue syndrome.

◐Partially SupportedRegeneratively farmed fish can be a healthy option with lower heavy metal content.

◐Partially SupportedSiddhartha Mukherjee's research includes ketogenic diets for reversing stage 4 melanoma and pancreatic cancer.

◐Partially SupportedHarm to gut flora is prevalent due to C-sections, antibiotics, lack of breastfeeding, and certain infant formulas.

◐Partially SupportedThe ingredients for health include the right food and the right amount of nutrients, which can vary individually.

◐Partially SupportedTesting for nutrient levels is valuable for health.

◐Partially SupportedEuropean food policies restrict GMO foods, glyphosate, and limit high-fructose corn syrup more than US policies.

◐Partially SupportedA high-quality multivitamin with bioavailable nutrient forms can cover micronutrient needs for most people.

◐Partially SupportedWhite bread has a glycemic index of 100, while sugar has a glycemic index of 80.

◐Partially SupportedFoods that upregulate the liver, such as cruciferous vegetables and garlic, support detoxification.

◐Partially SupportedThe average American consumes approximately 152 pounds of sugar and 133 pounds of flour annually.

◐Partially SupportedIncreasing dietary fiber intake can help bind and eliminate heavy metals through the colon.

◐Partially SupportedPesticides are neurotoxins that function as biological weapons to kill insects.

◐Partially SupportedTotal caloric load is a significant factor in health.

◐Partially SupportedSeaweed and fish are sources of iodine, but tuna should be avoided.

◐Partially SupportedAn elimination diet and gut-focused treatment including vitamin D, fish oil, and probiotics resolved symptoms and allowed cessation of medications in a patient with psoriatic arthritis, migraines, pre-diabetes, depression, reflux, and irritable bowel syndrome.

◐Partially SupportedTreating only one issue, like a vitamin deficiency, is insufficient when multiple problems are present.

◐Partially SupportedBasic supplementation may include vitamin D3 (minimum 3,000 IU), omega-3s (1 gram EPA/DHA), magnesium, iron, zinc, and selenium.

◐Partially SupportedIt can take up to three months to normalize Vitamin D levels if low.

◐Partially SupportedVitamin D3, omega-3 fatty acids, and magnesium are increasingly being taken by the general population.

◐Partially SupportedPrioritizing cardiovascular exercise, resistance training, and consuming eggs, fish, meat, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and olive oil is a wise approach to health on a limited budget.

◐Partially SupportedFood assistance programs in other countries prohibit the purchase of unhealthy foods like soda and junk food.

◐Partially SupportedThe American Heart Association opposed the removal of sugary soda from the SNAP program.

◐Partially SupportedIn some countries, Coca-Cola can be cheaper than water.

◐Partially SupportedThe Minnesota Coronary Experiment found that for every 30-point drop in LDL cholesterol, the risk of death from heart attacks or strokes increased by 22% when participants consumed corn oil compared to butter.

◐Partially SupportedPersonalized treatments based on unique biology are necessary for complex conditions like Alzheimer's.

◐Partially SupportedPersonalized approaches addressing root causes can reverse dementia.

◐Partially SupportedConstipation increases the risk of Parkinson's disease by 400% and is considered a toxin-related neurological disease.

◐Partially SupportedA good multivitamin should not contain fillers, binders, artificial colors, titanium dioxide, and should use well-absorbed nutrient forms.

◐Partially SupportedElevated Apo B levels can be problematic even on a healthy, anti-inflammatory diet that includes meat, olive oil, butter, coffee, and yerba mate.

◐Partially SupportedResearch measures the quality and number of cholesterol particles, not just their weight.

◐Partially SupportedIndividual responses to the same food, particularly regarding cholesterol, can vary significantly due to metabolic differences.

◐Partially SupportedLDL targets under 70 can be accomplished through diet, exercise, or medication.

◐Partially SupportedReplacing some red meat with fish or chicken may lower elevated Apo B levels.

◐Partially SupportedInflammation is the root cause of many chronic illnesses including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, dementia, autism, and depression.

◐Partially SupportedToxins can be direct causes of serious health issues including cardiovascular disease, dementia, cancer, and diabetes.

◐Partially SupportedGut health impacts digestion, the immune system, and the production of neurotransmitters, thus affecting brain function.

◐Partially SupportedThe shift in dietary guidelines away from fat and towards carbohydrates is the single biggest factor contributing to weight gain and metabolic dysfunction.

◐Partially SupportedPublic adherence to advice that fat is bad and carbs are good led to increased sugar intake and a rise in obesity and type 2 diabetes.

◐Partially SupportedSignificant and sustained weight loss can be achieved by using food to regulate hormones, peptides, brain chemistry, and the microbiome.

◐Partially SupportedRick Warren led a program where 15,000 people lost a combined quarter-million pounds in a year by engaging in health activities in groups.

◐Partially SupportedThe food pyramid's recommendation of 6-11 servings of grains daily contributed to obesity.

◐Partially SupportedMost people's diets consist of ultra-processed foods, with refined oils being a major component.

◐Partially SupportedFunction Health testing is not yet covered by regular insurance, but coverage is a future goal.

◐Partially SupportedManipulating a variable, such as injecting a drug at a high enough dose or depriving sleep, can demonstrate an effect.

◐Partially SupportedIngredients for health include eating whole, real foods that are as close to nature as possible, such as those grown in plants rather than manufactured in plants.

◐Partially SupportedCharcoal can bind to various substances and was historically used in emergency rooms for drug overdoses.

◐Partially SupportedSome food additives are linked to cancer, allergies, and ADD.

✕Not SupportedThe idea that it is expensive to be healthy is a myth, as foundational practices like eating real food, exercising, sleeping, and managing stress are free.

✕Not SupportedNutrition facts labels and ingredient lists in the US are intentionally confusing and difficult for the average American to understand.

◐Partially SupportedThe population is significantly depleted in essential nutrients, making supplementation often necessary unless a highly structured diet is followed.

◐Partially SupportedNeurologist Richard Isaacson uses deep diagnostics and personalized approaches to address root causes of Alzheimer's and has observed outcome reversals.

◐Partially SupportedHeavy metal detoxification can resolve chronic fatigue syndrome and improve cognitive function.

◐Partially SupportedAlzheimer's disease can be stopped or reversed by intervening early based on biomarker identification.

◐Partially SupportedDiabetics have a four times higher rate of developing Alzheimer's disease.

◐Partially SupportedDietary guidelines in the 1970s promoted fat as the enemy and carbohydrates as good, leading to increased obesity and type 2 diabetes.

◐Partially SupportedEpidemiological studies show a lower risk of diabetes associated with butter and milk fat consumption.

◐Partially SupportedKetogenic diets are high in fat, moderate in protein, and very low in starch.

◐Partially SupportedAndrew Huberman takes 25mg of testosterone cypionate every other day, staggered with 600 IU of hCG every other day, starting at age 45.

◐Partially SupportedSupplements are not needed under ideal conditions of pure water, clean air, synchronized sleep-wake cycles, no chronic stress, no environmental toxins, and a diet solely of hunted/gathered wild food.

◐Partially SupportedB12 shots and B vitamins can treat methylation issues and B vitamin/folate deficiency, leading to recovery from early dementia.

◐Partially SupportedMark Hyman experienced rapid recovery from severe COVID-related cognitive and mood issues after taking a high dose of exosomes intravenously.

◐Partially SupportedStem cell-derived exosomes contain growth factors, healing factors, anti-inflammatory factors, and tissue repair factors.

◐Partially SupportedApo B is a better predictor of heart attack risk than LDL cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association.

◐Partially SupportedNick Norwitz's LDL cholesterol increased to 500 mg/dL on a carnivore/keto diet.

◐Partially SupportedIodine supplementation, or consumption of seaweed and fish, can help address low thyroid function.

◐Partially SupportedIodine deficiency is becoming more common due to reduced intake of iodized salt, sea salt, and Himalayan salt, potentially contributing to thyroid issues.

◐Partially SupportedApproximately 20% of women and 10% of men have low thyroid function, with 50% of these cases undiagnosed, and iodine supplementation may help.

◐Partially SupportedDMSA can be used to mitigate mercury exposure from consuming tuna.

✕Not SupportedThymosin alpha-1 can be used for immune function, particularly when experiencing colds, immune issues, or COVID-19.

◐Partially SupportedStem cells extracted from a patient's baby teeth can be transplanted into an injured permanent tooth to promote root development, dentin regrowth, and increased blood flow.

◐Partially SupportedKetogenic diets, chelation therapy, and fixing diabetes are potentially effective interventions for Alzheimer's, but require identifying all contributing factors.

◐Partially SupportedFunctional medicine involves removing detrimental factors and incorporating beneficial ones, tailored to individual biology.

◐Partially SupportedReducing exposure to heavy metals, particularly from large fish like tuna, is a primary detoxification strategy.

◐Partially SupportedUpregulating endogenous detoxification pathways through diet can help eliminate toxins.

◐Partially SupportedFor every dollar spent on highly-processed junk food, three dollars are spent in collateral damage to health, the economy, and the environment.

◐Partially SupportedRoger Williams' work on biochemical individuality influenced the understanding of nutrition's importance.

◐Partially SupportedDoctors are increasingly recognizing the value of nutrition, nutritional supplements, and nutrient testing.

◐Partially SupportedCrisco, a hydrogenated vegetable oil product, was a known cause of heart attacks.

◐Partially SupportedComprehensive lab testing, including blood and urine tests, is important for health to detect internal bodily processes.

◐Partially SupportedFunction Health's testing services can be covered by HSAs or FSAs.

◐Partially SupportedArtificial lighting and daylight saving time disrupt circadian rhythms and biological clocks.

◐Partially SupportedFunctional medicine practitioners assess microbiome, hormones, mitochondria, inflammation, insulin resistance, and environmental toxins to understand how the body works.

◐Partially SupportedA 10-day whole-foods diet eliminating inflammatory foods can improve lipids, insulin, blood sugar, and inflammation.

◐Partially SupportedCancer cells are metabolically dependent on carbohydrates and cannot burn fat, suggesting carb reduction and fat increase can alter cancer progression.

◐Partially SupportedAn individual's metabolic response to food can change if their health status improves.

◐Partially SupportedMetabolic type, insulin resistance level, and overall health influence individual responses to dietary interventions like the ketogenic diet.

◐Partially SupportedA ketogenic diet can lead to significant improvements in cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, weight, and inflammation in some individuals.

◐Partially SupportedModern diets are deficient in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, magnesium, iron, zinc, and selenium compared to ancestral diets.

◐Partially SupportedNutritional testing reveals widespread deficiencies in omega-3 levels, homocysteine, B12, folate, B6, and vitamin D.

◐Partially SupportedPeptides are mini proteins that regulate sex hormones, growth hormone, metabolic health, nerve function, and sexual desire.

◐Partially SupportedConsuming 22 teaspoons of sugar daily drives the metabolic crisis.

◐Partially SupportedConsuming compounds new to nature or in unnaturally high amounts, such as refined sugars, drives metabolic issues.

◐Partially SupportedHighly refined sugars and starches are the primary drivers of the metabolic crisis in the modern American diet.

◐Partially SupportedSugar and starch are primary health concerns, more so than soybean oil.

◐Partially SupportedThe combination of fat and starch, particularly with sugar, is detrimental to health.

◐Partially SupportedIn some countries, like Argentina, poverty does not necessarily correlate with obesity, suggesting that calorie availability is not the sole driver of weight gain.

◐Partially SupportedBremelanotide (PT-141) is approved for hyposexual women, works for men, and can cause nausea.