In this podcast episode by Mind & Matter Podcast, the host, Nick Jacomas, interviews neurologist and researcher Dr. Orin Daninsky from the New York University School of Medicine. They discuss Daninsky’s research on dietary trends in the United States since the 1800s and their impact on health issues such as cardiovascular disease, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. The conversation covers historical context on the rise of obesity and diabetes, debates the validity of the diet-heart hypothesis, and examines the roles of institutions like the American Heart Association and Public Health agencies in promoting questionable dietary recommendations.
The episode also touches on the importance of vitamin D and various topics related to diet and health, including the differences between glucose and fructose metabolism, human history and diet, insulin’s role in weight loss and health issues, and the historical context of public health institutions.
