Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger

Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM

Have you ever wondered if there’s a natural way to lower your high blood pressure, guard against Alzheimer’s, lose weight, and feel better? Well, as it turns out, there is. Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM, founder of NutritionFacts.org and New York Times best-selling author of How Not to Die, How Not to Diet, and the just-released How Not to Age, uncovers the best evidence-based nutrition that may add years to our life and life to our years.

Episodes

Are Statins Worth It? (Part 1)

Why aren’t they prescribed for everyone? This episode features audio from: * Why Isn’t Everyone on Cholesterol-Lowering Statin Drugs? * How Effective Are Statins? Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Apr 23

13 min

Losing Weight with Fiber-Rich Foods

We don’t always consider some of the benefits. This episode features audio from: * How to Boost Fat Burning by 25% * One of the Most Effective Single Pieces of Advice for Weight Loss Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Apr 16

10 min

Taking the Cold Plunge

What are the benefits of cold-water immersion? This episode features audio from: * Best Temperature, Timing, and Duration for Cold Plunges for Athletic Performance Recovery * Are the Benefits of Cold Plunges and Cryotherapy Just a Placebo Effect? * The Negative Effects of Cold Plunges for Building Muscle Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Apr 9

19 min

The Hazards of Ultra-Processed Foods

Which foods are the worst? This episode features audio from: * Ultra-Processed Foods: Concerns, Controversies, and Exceptions Visit the video page for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.    

Apr 2

52 min

The Health Benefits of Black and Green Teas

Boosting immune function, oral health, and brain health This episode features audio from: * The Benefits of Black and Green Teas for Brain Waves * Green Tea as a Mouthwash for Halitosis (Bad Breath) * Benefits of Green Tea for Boosting Antiviral Immune Function Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Mar 26

11 min

What’s Taurine and Why Do We Care? (Part 1)

I share some new insight on a nonessential amino acid. This episode features audio from: * What Is Taurine in Energy Drinks? Does It Benefit Cognitive or Athletic Performance? * Taurine Supplementation Increases Lifespan and Healthspan in Animals Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Mar 19

10 min

Deodorize from the Inside Out

Treat body odor with diet. This episode features audio from: * Friday Favorites: How to Treat Body Odor with Diet * Antiperspirants and Breast Cancer Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Mar 12

14 min

Q&A with Dr. Greger 16

Today on the NutritionFacts Podcast, I answer a wide variety of your questions. This episode features audio from: * Q&A: Dr. Greger Talks Upcoming Books, Lowering Cholesterol, and Flu Shots Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Mar 5

21 min

Are Keto Diets Good for Us?

They’re popular, but do they work? This episode features audio from: * The Safety and Efficacy of Ketogenic, Low-Carb Diets for Diabetes Remission * Does a Ketogenic Diet Help Diabetes or Make It Worse? Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Feb 26

13 min

Should We Drink Coffee?

How, why, and when to drink one of our favorite beverages This episode features audio from: * Does Coffee Help Boost Autophagy and Lifespan? * The Healthiest Way to Drink Coffee * Who Should Avoid Coffee? Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor's notes related to this podcast.  

Feb 19

13 min