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Sep 2024
48m 58s

462 | Toxic Superfoods

Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, T.K. Coleman
About this episode

The Minimalists speak with Sally K. Norton, author of Toxic Superfoods, about the supposed health foods that are making us sick and inflamed.

Discussed in this episode:

What is a “toxic superfood” and how are these foods making us sick? (1:45)

What are some symptoms that point toward oxalate overload? (5:57)

How can we apply minimalism to our diets? (9:01)

What processed foods and preservatives do we want to eliminate from our diets? (12:59)

What other foods are toxic or problematic? (17:56)

When are blood tests a waste of time and money? (25:25)

Will an Animal-Based Diet help with chronic pain and brain fog? (28:23)

When is a vegan diet helpful and when is it harmful? (31:15)

How has Earthing helped Lisa? (35:52)

What role does our food play in skin conditions like acne, dandruff, flaky skin, rashes, psoriasis, and eczema? (37:06)

What is the gut microbiome’s role in our overall health? (41:11)

Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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