Episode #8: Glyphosate in Food: The Dangers and Effects on Health

Functional Health Radio

Episode Summary:

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Kristin Hieshetter tackles the challenging topic of declining life expectancy in the USA and the alarming rates of chronic diseases among children. She delves into the controversial issue of glyphosate, a ubiquitous herbicide, and its prevalence in our diets. This episode offers a deep dive into the health implications of consuming commonly found grains and the powerful effect that dietary choices have on our overall health.

Dr. Hieshetter touches upon the historical increase in processed foods and a sedentary lifestyle as contributing factors to the deterioration of public health. Alongside these insights, she also provides a wealth of knowledge about avoiding harmful substances like glyphosate, advocating for organic food consumption, and embracing grain-free lifestyles to mitigate the risk of inflammation and chronic disease.

Listeners can expect to be both educated and inspired as Dr. Hieshetter cites various studies and experts to back her claims, painting a clear picture of the detrimental effects of modern agricultural practices and food processing on human health. She doesn't just outline problems but offers robust solutions, advice and allies in the health space to pave the way for improved dietary habits and a return to functional health.

Key Takeaways:

• The life expectancy in the USA has significantly declined, with chronic diseases in children rising at unprecedented rates.
• Glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, has been linked to a spectrum of health issues, including cancer and neurological effects.
• A diet rich in grains can lead to "leaky gut syndrome," causing inflammation and a host of autoimmune and neurological disorders.
• Organic fruits and vegetables can reduce pesticide exposure by a staggering 96%.
• A call to action to embrace dietary changes, avoid processed foods and grains, and to consume low-lectin, organic food for optimal health.

Notable Quotes:

• "We are walking around in the most amazing, intelligent, responsive, adapting, and aware system in the world, the human body."
• "Grains are full of lectins, which we're going to get into. They're full of glyphosate. They can create celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammation in the body."
• "They use [glyphosate] as a chelator. It binds the nutrients and vitamins, and they decide to use it on our food. In fact, to the tune of 280,000,000 pounds a year, in the United States of America."
• "When your gut leaks, your brain leaks. If you're eating this stuff, you are enhancing the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and dementia."
• "Let's get ahead of this, right? We need to consume only organic fruits and vegetables. If you do just that one thing, you can eliminate about 96% of your total pesticide exposure."

Resources:

• Moms Across America Website: Moms Across America
• "Wheat Belly Diet" and "Undoctored" by William Davis, M.D.
• "Grain Brain" by David Perlmutter, M.D.
• "Primal Body, Primal Mind" and "Primal Fat Burner" by Nora Gedgaudas; edited by Dan Murphy, D.C.
• "The Plant Paradox" and "The Longevity Paradox" by Steven Gundry, M.D.
• "The Hacking of the American Mind" by Robert Lustig, M.D.

Tune into "Functional Health Radio" for more empowering episodes that give you the control and knowledge needed to achieve optimal health. Join Dr. Kristin Hieshetter each week as she continues to explore and discuss the mechanisms that influence our health and well-being in today's complex world. Stay informed, inspired, and in charge of your health journey.