Nature Wants Us to be Fat with Dr. Richard Johnson
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In this episode, Derek Berkey and Natalie Garland speak with Dr. Richard Johnson, a world-renowned scientist who has spent over two decades researching the cause of obesity and diabetes. Dr. Johnson shares his insights on the survival switch and its role in obesity, debunks common dietary myths, and explains why fructose is worse for us than glucose. He also shares practical steps to prevent obesity and related diseases, the impact of fructose on Alzheimer's and ADHD, and his thoughts on supplements like berberine and metformin. Tune in to learn more from Dr. Johnson and take control of your health!
The Invigor Medical podcast’s mission is to provide personalized medical care through scientifically backed education and wellness solutions. The show is co-hosted by Natalie Garland and Derek Berkey.
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Timestamps:
00:46 - Dr. Johnson’s intro and background
01:15 - Dr. Johnson tells his story, and discusses fructose - its non-caloric obesity role
04:22 - Uric acid- why is it so bad?
07:47 - Fructose and how uric acid forms
14:00 - ATP is active energy
17:00 - Survival mode, storing fat, hibernating bears, and fruit
28:55 - Water, salt, fats, dehydration, and glucose conversion
31:50 - Fructose vs. glucose, salt, weight, and drinking water
42:45 - Heart disease and low-grade inflammation from fructose and uric acid
47:17 - Alzheimer's, insulin resistance, inflamation, and fructose
54:32 - Fructose and the ‘foraging response’, Alzheimer’s and the ‘wandering response’
58:42 - Fructose’s impact on all ages - ADHD, Bipolar,
1:01:15 - Berberine, metformin, and dark chocolate’s epicatechins
1:05:01 - Semaglutide
1:08:50 - Want something to do today? Drink a glass of water before each meal
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