Stop Inflammation: Tips for a Healthier, Longer Life

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

Today we’re discussing the topic of inflammation and its impact on overall health. Inflammation is the root cause of many diseases and can occur in various parts of the body, including the gut, brain, and blood vessels. The older we get, the more importance it becomes to understand inflammation and take preventative measures to reduce chronic inflammation.

Key Takeaways:

• Sugar and certain oils, such as canola oil and soybean oil, are highly inflammatory.
• Alternatives to sugar include raw honey, coconut sugar, stevia, monk fruit, and maple syrup.
• Healthier cooking oils include avocado oil, ghee, coconut oil, and extra virgin olive oil.
• Food sensitivities and allergies can also contribute to inflammation, particularly gluten, dairy, soy, and corn.
• Supplements like BERBERINE and CURCUMIN can help reduce inflammation.
• Cryotherapy and cold therapy can be effective in reducing inflammation.

Don’t underestimate the role that your diet plays on inflammation in your body, particularly the inflammatory effects of sugar and certain oils. Learn more by listening to this week’s Life after Kids. Apply what you learn from today’s episode by committing to make one small change in your lifestyle that will combat inflammation and improve your overall health.
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Timestamp Summary
| [0:00:17] | Importance of understanding inflammation for making better choices
| [0:01:47] | Inflammation as the root of all disease
| [0:03:01] | Importance of passing on information about inflammation to children
| [0:04:08] | Impact of inflammation on longevity and being there for future generations
| [0:05:49] | Sugar as a major culprit of inflammation
| [0:06:38] | Other inflammatory foods like fried foods and trans fats
| [0:08:10] | Differentiating between refined sugar and natural sweeteners
| [0:09:02] | Effects of inflammation on aging and brain health
| [0:10:47] | Healthier alternatives to sugar and oils for cooking
| [0:11:47] | Discussion about the use of oils in restaurants
| [0:12:26] | Importance of not stressing about food choices
| [0:13:27] | Different perspectives on dietary changes
| [0:14:13] | Starting somewhere on the health journey
| [0:14:56] | Making healthier choices when dining out
| [0:15:30] | Introduction of berberine for blood sugar regulation
| [0:16:04] | Inflammatory foods to be aware of
| [0:16:57] | Turmeric and curcumin as anti-inflammatory supplements
| [0:17:35] | Benefits of berberine for blood sugar control
| [0:22:57] | Importance of eating protein before carbohydrates for blood sugar control
| [0:23:48] | Sugary foods can lead to hunger and insulin roller coaster
| [0:24:00] | Diabetes prevention and quality of life
| [0:24:47] | Cryotherapy as anti-inflammatory treatment
| [0:26:19] | Lifestyle factors to reduce inflammation
| [0:28:06] | Avoiding artificial sweeteners like sucralose

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Making tomorrow even better than today,
Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne
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