Why Restrictive Diets Do More Harm Than Good | Dr. Sarah Ballantyne

The Dr. Josh Axe Show

Dr. Josh Axe

Religion & Spirituality, Health & Fitness, Christianity

4.9 • 1.4K Ratings

🗓️ 23 May 2024

⏱️ 60 minutes

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Summary

Did you know that a staggering 50% of people are deficient in vitamin D, with some research suggesting the number could be as high as 99%? Nutrient deficiencies are more common than you might think, even among those following a "healthy" diet. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Josh Axe welcomes Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, bestselling author, and founder of Nutrivore.com, to shed light on the often-overlooked issue of nutrient deficiencies and how to achieve optimal nutrition. Dr. Sarah is a passionate advocate for evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle choices. As the founder of Nutrivore.com, she creates educational resources to empower people with the latest scientific research, helping them make informed decisions about their diet and overall well-being. In this insightful conversation, Dr. Sarah Ballantyne delves into the widespread problem of nutrient deficiencies, even among those who believe they are following a healthy diet. She exposes the harm of "healthism," diet culture, and predatory marketing tactics that can lead to misinformation and dogmatic approaches to nutrition. You’ll discover: What a "Nutrivore" is and why this approach to nutrition is gaining traction The shocking truth about common nutrient deficiencies plaguing modern society Dangers of restrictive diets and why a more inclusive approach to nutrition may be the future of health The most nutrient-dense foods you should incorporate into your diet for optimal health Practical tips on how to create balanced, nutrient-rich meals Join Dr. Josh Axe and Dr. Sarah Ballantyne as they dispel nutritional myths and provide actionable strategies to overcome nutrient deficiencies and unlock your body's full potential. Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok Follow Dr. Sarah Ballantyne Instagram Threads Facebook YouTube Follow Leaders Instagram Twitter Facebook Email Newsletter ------ Links: Order Dr. Sarah’s NEW BOOK, Nutrivore: The Radical New Science for Getting the Nutrients You Need from the Food You Eat → https://www.amazon.com/Nutrivore-Radical-Science-Getting-Nutrients/dp/1668031612 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hey everyone, welcome to the Dr. Josh Axe show. I am your host, Dr. Axe. And each and every week on this show,
0:06.0	we dive into the science and principles behind how to grow in body, mind, spirit, and help take your
0:11.7	health and your life to the next level. On today's episode, I'll be interviewing Dr. Sarah Ballantine,
0:19.2	and she is a best-selling author.
0:21.6	She's the founder of NutraVore.com.
0:24.1	And if you've ever heard of the autoimmune paleo diet, she is the creator of that.
0:31.5	And she's really done an amazing job of helping people overcome autoimmune disease, chronic pain, lose weight, major lifestyle issues,
0:39.9	using food-based medicine. And the thing I love about her is she is very evidence-based and
0:45.6	scientific in her research, but also really practical, creates really simple ways for people
0:51.4	to heal and transform their health. And on today's episode,
0:54.3	we'll be diving into the nutrient that a majority of the population is deficient in. We'll also
1:00.6	be going through what foods are actually nutrient dense. I'm actually I'm going to ask her something
1:05.3	a little controversial because people have tried doing this before, a nutrient density score,
1:09.9	and I think royally messed it up.
1:12.4	And also, I will be talking about these small changes you can make in your diet that will make a massive difference.
1:19.2	Dr. Sarah, welcome the show.
1:21.3	Thank you so much for having me.
1:23.4	Well, you know, you're incredibly popular from the standpoint. I have a group of health coaches I work with, and all of them are very familiar with your dietary protocol. And then you've, again, specifically, I know you've developed this diet that you've recommended for years. People have quoted you on for helping people overcome a number of conditions, but especially
1:44.7	from what I've seen a lot of autoimmune disease. Talk to me a little bit about how you
1:49.7	created this specific diet that has helped literally probably millions of people heal.
1:54.7	Yeah, it's worth noting that I am no longer considered the leader of the autoimmune protocol.
2:00.8	That torch has been passed to Mickey Trescott and Jamie Hartman, who are currently running the
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