Sep 09 2024 40 mins
In EPISODE 173 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER we explore whether a whole food, plant-based diet and dietary supplements, particularly polysaccharides from aloe vera and rice bran, are optimal for health, in particular brain health. The founder and president of Dr Lewis Nutrition, Dr John Lewis, has a passion for educating others about the value of nutrition, dietary supplementation and exercise, for health. Dr Lewis is a past full time Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is also a diplomate, faculty member and advisor of the Medical Wellness Association. He's been the principal investigator of over 30 studies focusing on the effects of nutrition, dietary supplementation and exercise on human health, with over 180 peer reviewed publications.
Episode Timeline
0:01 Whole food, plant-based diet for health with Dr. Lewis
3:55 His transition from academia to a wellness business
13:34 The challenges in building a business
15:45 Understanding polysaccharides and their benefits
24:42 Plant-based dietary choices
31:26 The role of dietary supplements in brain health
37:10 Conclusions and key takeaways
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