Q&A #68 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (3/1/25)
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In this Q&A, Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses saturated fats and LDL, luteolin's benefits, glyphosate risks, natural vs. artificial flavors, and black cumin seed effects. Timestamps include:
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Is luteolin a supplement worth taking?
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Are some saturated fats worse than others for raising LDL?
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What are the potential health risks of glyphosate?
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Are black cumin seeds beneficial and safe?
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What are some ways to improve fertility?
Do different types of saturated fatty acids have distinct effects on blood lipid levels?
Saturated fatty acids (SFAs) can vary considerably in how they influence blood lipid levels. Factors such as chain length—the number of carbon atoms (C) in a fatty acid—composition of the food source, and genetics can mediate their impact on cardiometabolic markers like low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Although shifting dietary intake from SFAs to more monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fatty acids typically lowers LDL cholesterol, research indicates that not all saturated fatty acids function identically in the body.
"Saturated fatty acids can vary considerably in how they influence blood lipids. Factors such as chain length—the number of carbon atoms in a fatty acid—composition of the food source, and genetics can mediate their impact on markers like LDL cholesterol. Although shifting dietary intake from saturated fatty acids to more monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fatty acids typically lowers LDL cholesterol, research indicates that not all saturated fatty acids function identically in the body."- Dr. Rhonda Patrick Click To Tweet
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Beginning of Q&A
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Q: Is luteolin a supplement worth taking?
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Bioavailability 1
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Exercise performance 1
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Hair Graying 1
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Diabetes 1
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Cancer 1
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Q: Should you avoid mixing celery with banana? 1
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Q: Are some saturated fats worse than others for raising LDL?
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Stearic acid 1
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Palmitic acid 1
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Q: What are your top picks for omega-3 supplements? 1
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Q: Where does Rhonda get her bloodwork done?
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Q: Can creatine help with traumatic brain injuries? 1
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Q: Can sparkling water erode tooth enamel? 1
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Q: What are your thoughts on the iRestore Illumina facial mask? 1
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Q: Insights from Rhonda's conversation with Valter Longo 1
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Q: Is creatine safe during pregnancy? 1
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Q: What's in Rhonda's latest smoothie?
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Q: Did you find a plastic-free way to remineralize reverse osmosis water? 1
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Q: What brand of zinc lozenges do you use? 1
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Q: What supplements does your son take?
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Q: Any thoughts on carbon filters vs. reverse osmosis? 1
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