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“In this podcast, we discuss and critically analyze a recent headline-grabbing editorial that was published in the Annals of Internal Medicine that reviewed three studies on the topic of multivitamins and chronic disease prevention. We analyze the important shortcomings of the studies and talk about the mechanism.”

“Dr. Patrick recommends transferring food to glass or ceramic before heating and treating BPA-free labels cautiously because replacement chemicals can have their own biological activity.”

“In this episode, Rhonda gives a summary of the science of resveratrol including its effects in animals and humans, the mechanisms behind how it works, and the bottom line on resveratrol supplementation and safety. A few key moments... For a more in-depth timeline, as well as references for this episode, click the timeline tab. Learn more about resveratrol on our overview page”

“In a small randomized crossover trial, a single high dose of creatine improved selected cognitive outcomes during acute sleep deprivation, adding context for her interest in higher doses during travel or sleep loss.”

“In this member Q&A clip, Dr. Rhonda Patrick identifies five supplements she prioritizes when budget and simplicity matter: omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, a multivitamin, sulforaphane, and magnesium.”

“Although the findings of a large meta-analysis published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine indicated that there was no evidence to support the notion that consumption of saturated fat increased the risk of heart disease, the studies on which their conclusions were based were primarily observational.”

“In this video, Dr. Rhonda Patrick summarizes a recent study that found that frequency of sauna use was associated with increased decreased risk of death. Using the sauna 2-3 times per week was associated with 24% lower all-cause mortality and 4-7 times per week decreased all-cause mortality by 40%.”

“A staggering 60% of all calories Americans consume come from ultra-processed foods that fail to induce proper satiety, remain cheaper than whole foods, and hijack our dopamine reward pathways, pushing us to overeat, incentivizing unhealthy food choices, and reinforcing addictive eating behaviors.”