115: The Answer to High Quality Health In One Sentence
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Release Date: 01/27/2025
130: Hidden Dangers of Food Colorings
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In this episode, Dr. Steve exposes the hidden dangers of food colorings, revealing how common dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1 are linked to cancer, organ damage, and hyperactivity in children. He highlights how these toxic additives are still widely used in the U.S. despite being banned elsewhere and how they’re found in nearly half of the foods marketed to kids. He also encourages avoiding artificial dyes by sticking to real, whole foods for better health. [00:01 - 08:16] Early History & Global Reality of Food Dyes 1958 Delaney Clause: mass elixir deaths sparked a rule...
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129: How Does An Unhealthy Gut Lead to an Unhealthy Body
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In this episode, Dr. Steve explores how processed foods and poor nutrition damage the gut, leading to issues like fatigue, bloating, and chronic conditions. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy stomach pH and shares tips for healing the gut, including avoiding man-made foods and focusing on nutrient-dense, animal-based diets. [00:01 - 12:28] The Impact of Processed Foods on Gut Health Processed foods and sugars disrupt gut function, causing fatigue and mental fog. An unhealthy gut worsens food sensitivities and toxin absorption. Insufficient saliva from overeating or...
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128: The Ins and Outs of Digestive Health
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In this episode, Dr. Steve breaks down the importance of digestive health and provides an in-depth look at how our gastrointestinal (GI) tract functions. He explains the anatomy of the digestive system from the mouth to the anus and highlights the critical role digestion plays in our overall health. Dr. Steve emphasizes the impact of nutrition on gut health and discusses how eating the right foods can enhance digestion and prevent disease. [00:01 - 07:01] The Role of the Nervous System in Digestion The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements, like moving your hands. The...
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127: 134 lb Weight Loss and Off All Medications
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In this episode, Dr. Steve interviews Gary, who has undergone an incredible transformation, losing 134 lbs in just under a year and coming off nearly all of his medications. He shares his journey of changing his diet, improving his health, and regaining his energy. Gary’s story is an inspiring example of how proper nutrition and lifestyle changes can lead to remarkable health improvements. Tune in to learn more about his approach, the benefits of clean eating, and the challenges he overcame along the way. A little over a year ago, Gary's health was rapidly declining. Diagnosed with AFib a...
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126: Do Elimination Diets Work?
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In this episode, Dr. Steve dives into the concept of elimination diets, breaking down their purpose, how they work, and the various popular approaches that people use to identify food sensitivities and improve overall health. Dr. Steve covers everything from gut health and gut bacteria to the impacts of plant toxins and how different diets like autoimmune paleo, FODMAP, and others aim to address food-related issues. If you’re struggling with unexplained health problems, this episode could be the key to understanding how elimination diets might help you find the solution. [00:01 -...
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125: What Are 10 Basic Principles of a Healthy Lifestyle
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In this episode, Dr. Steve breaks down 10 essential principles for living a healthy lifestyle. He also reveals why protein is the foundation of your body, why fat isn't something to fear, and how controlling carbs can be a game-changer. He also dives into other key lifestyle habits like time-restricted eating, stress management, and the importance of sleep and hydration. [00:01 - 10:44] Prioritize Protein Protein is essential for building and maintaining muscle. Aim for 0.8-1.2 grams of protein per pound of ideal body weight. Animal-based proteins provide all essential amino acids....
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124: What Is The Difference Between Glucose Intolerance and Insulin Resistance
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In this episode, Dr. Steve explains the difference between insulin resistance and glucose intolerance, two common metabolic issues. He discusses how muscle health, diet, and insulin sensitivity impact glucose levels, offering practical advice on maintaining metabolic health. Learn how regular exercise, especially strength training, and proper nutrition can help prevent insulin resistance and improve glucose regulation. [00:01 - 08:36] Understanding Insulin Resistance Muscles use ATP from mitochondria to power the body. Eating carbs increases glucose, triggering insulin to fuel muscles....
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123: What Is Metabolic Syndrome?
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In this episode, Dr. Steve explains the concept of metabolic syndrome, a term he's used frequently without fully defining it. He talks about how poor metabolic health, largely due to eating the wrong foods like carbs and processed products, can lead to insulin resistance and a range of health issues like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. He also emphasizes the importance of fueling the body with the right nutrients—amino acids, fatty acids, and vitamins—to keep everything functioning properly. He also shares how making simple changes to your diet by cutting out toxins and...
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122: Is Our Medical System Broken?
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In today’s episode, Dr. Steve dives into the deep issues facing our medical system and explore why it’s so broken. From focusing on symptom treatment rather than disease prevention to the profit-driven motives of pharmaceutical companies and the outdated food pyramid, the system is designed to keep us sick. He also discusses how physicians are often misinformed and why nutrition plays such a crucial role in reversing chronic diseases. [00:01 - 06:08] The Flaws of Our Medical System The system focuses on treating symptoms, not prevention. Prevention is underfunded, and nutrition is...
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121: Stop Believing These 12 Health Lies
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In this episode, Dr. Steve tackles the 12 most damaging health myths we've been misled to believe for the past 40-50 years. Drawing inspiration from Dr. Philip Ovadia’s book Stay Off My Operating Table, Dr. Steve explains how food industries and pharmaceutical companies have profited from these lies, leaving us with a generation of people suffering from preventable chronic diseases. He breaks down these health myths, providing clarity on what we should actually be eating for optimal metabolic health and how the food we consume impacts our body’s ability to function at its best. [00:01 -...
info_outlineIn this episode, Dr. Steve gets straight to the heart of what it takes to achieve lasting, high-quality health. He breaks it down into one simple but powerful sentence: keep your insulin levels low. From reversing type 2 diabetes to reducing chronic inflammation and protecting your heart, he explains why managing insulin is the key to unlocking better health and long-term vitality. He also dives deep into the “three pillars of disease”, sharing how they silently damage the body over time. He also unpacks the science behind modern food choices, explains the hidden dangers of processed foods and sugars, and offers practical tips for reclaiming your metabolic health.
[00:01 - 05:48] The One Sentence That Defines Health
Keeping insulin levels low is the foundation for overall health.
Managing insulin can prevent or reverse diabetes, heart disease, and even Alzheimer’s.
High insulin, inflammation, and glucose are the “three pillars of disease.”
When you control insulin, the other pillars naturally fall into place.
[05:49 - 17:45] What Does Insulin Do to Your Body
Insulin is a storage hormone that converts excess glucose into fat.
High insulin forces your body to store fat instead of burning it.
Chronic high insulin levels lead to insulin resistance and weight gain.
Insulin resistance is the root cause of many chronic diseases.
[17:46 - 26:24] The Problem with Modern Foods
Man-made foods are loaded with processed carbs, sugars, and harmful vegetable oils.
Flour is essentially powdered glucose, spiking insulin levels rapidly.
Chemicals like red dye #40, artificial sweeteners, and additives harm your body.
Processed foods increase hunger, leading to a cycle of overeating.
[26:25 - 33:27] Fructose: A Hidden Threat
Fructose is toxic because it turns into fat, uric acid, and inflammation.
High fructose corn syrup is found in nearly all processed foods.
Fructose doesn’t raise insulin immediately but still causes significant damage.
The idea that fructose is “healthy” is a dangerous myth.
[33:28 - 35:08] Practical Steps to Take Back Your Health
Stick to God-made foods like meat, seasonal fruits, and vegetables.
Avoid man-made foods, including ultra-processed grains, sugars, and oils.
Eat, don’t drink, your fruits and vegetables to retain their fiber benefits.
Focus on reducing glucose and insulin levels to heal from the inside out.
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“That one sentence is keep your insulin levels low. That is the answer. If you can just keep your insulin levels low, you can reverse your diabetes, you get reverse your blood pressure problems.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett
“When your insulin levels are high, you force your body to store fat. When your insulin levels are low, you force your body to burn fat for energy. And that is the whole key to health.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett
“The three pillars of disease are high insulin levels, high inflammation, and high glucose levels.” - Dr. Steve Hughlett