Blasphemous Nutrition
The orthodox wellness industry keeps you in purgatory with vague, overly simplistic advice or plunges you into the depths of hell with restrictive commandments that are impossible to sustain. At this point you may be tempted to pursue hedonism instead, but at the end of the day you want to feel and age your best and you know a devil-may-care attitude won’t serve you.
ITS TIME TO LEAVE THE CHURCH OF WELLNESS AND GO TO HEALTH.
Double-degreed functional nutritionist and holistic health coach Aimee shares over 20 years of clinical experience and emerging research on the impact of lifestyle on our healthspan, offering a holy marriage of practical street smarts and relevant data that will empower you to take action.
She’s not just another preachy face looking to sell you on the latest superfood or baptize you into the latest health cult; she’s on a mission to give you balanced, nuanced, honest information to help you make informed, grounded decisions about how to achieve your health goals, whether you aim to lose weight, manage blood sugar, prevent Alzheimer’s or simply age like a bad-ass.
The best results don’t come from listening to what any one person has to say but being able to discard the bullshit, be open to experimentation and learn how to make the best choices for yourself.
When everything is a polarized extreme of vegan vs carnivore or cardio vs weights, tuning in to Blasphemous Nutrition will give you a scandalously nuanced perspective on nutrition and actionable tips that you can begin to implement immediately, so you can rescue yourself from the eternal torment of chasing one dietary savior after another.
Blasphemous Nutrition
Mercury and Seafood: What You Need To Know Isn't What You Know
Avoiding seafood due to mercury concerns? What you think you know is more damaging than what you don't know! In this episode of "Blasphemous Nutrition," Aimee delves into the scary topic of mercury exposure through seafood consumption. She breaks down the concerns around mercury and highlights the importance of understanding the interaction between essential minerals and heavy metals to inform better dietary choices. Aimee seeks to offer clarity amid widespread misconceptions and equip listeners with the knowledge to make informed decisions regarding their health.
The episode offers a comprehensive look at the numerous benefits of including seafood in your diet despite concerns about mercury levels. Aimee emphasizes that seafood is packed with vital nutrients, such as omega-3s, selenium, and essential minerals, which are difficult to obtain from other sources. Through this discussion, listeners are educated on how mercury exposure occurs, the benefits of consuming various seafood, and the body's natural mechanisms for dealing with metals like mercury. Aimee presents practical advice for minimizing mercury intake—such as choosing low-mercury and high-selenium seafood—and backs her points with research, illustrating the resilience of the human body in coping with potential toxicity.
Key Takeaways:
- Seafood provides essential nutrients that are hard to find elsewhere, making it crucial for a balanced diet.
- Mercury and other heavy metals can be buffered by sufficient intake of essential minerals like selenium.
- Different species of fish contain varying levels of mercury, with smaller fish generally presenting lower risk.
- A high intake of selenium with seafood can counteract mercury exposure and aid in its excretion.
- A diet rich in antioxidants can reduce oxidative stress and potential cellular damage from heavy metals.
Notable Quotes:
- "Seafood is chock full of amazing nutrients that are challenging to get elsewhere unless you're a fan of organ meats."
- "Avoiding seafood altogether due to mercury concerns is missing out on a nutrient powerhouse."
- "A diet low in essential minerals leads to increased absorption of toxic metals into the cell."
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