Common Sense Health

Don't Let Blood Test Jargon Confuse You: A Simple Guide to mg/dL and mmol/L

Concentration in blood testing is a simple concept that measures the amount of a substance relative to the volume of a fluid or sample. Different units can describe the s

Why You Need Stomach Acid (And How Some Meds Can Damage It)

This video explores the fascinating world of stomach acid, delving into its atomic structure, production process, and the impact of modern drugs on its function. It also

Don't Believe the Hype: The Truth About LDL Cholesterol and Heart Health

The conversation delves into the controversial topic of cholesterol, LDL, and statins, highlighting the influence of financial interests and the importance of interpretin

Don't Panic About Fasting Insulin: Here's What It Really Means

The episode discusses the misinterpretation of low fasting insulin levels in the context of a low-carb, ketogenic, or carnivore diet. It emphasizes the importance of unde

Dr Anthony Jay On The Importance Of Biochemistry In Health

The conversation delves into the manipulation of cholesterol definitions and the impact of statins on health. It explores the changing narrative around cholesterol, the i

Late-Night Meals? Here's What They Do to Your Morning Blood Sugar

Understanding the impact of late-night eating on blood glucose levels and metabolic health. Exploring the interplay of circadian biology, pancreatic endocrinology, and th

The Metabolic Reset: Lower Insulin, Lose Fat, Get Energy

The conversation explores the relationship between low carb, keto, and carnivore eating and its impact on mental health. It emphasizes the importance of metabolic health,

Stop Fearing LDL: What They Don't Tell You

Cholesterol and lipoproteins are essential for the body's functions and are part of a dynamic transport and repair system. The interpretation of blood results should cons

Sleep: The Missing Piece Of Your Health Puzzle

Sleep is a crucial component of metabolic health, impacting appetite, cravings, blood glucose, stress management, and decision-making. Understanding the quality and quant

Human Brains Are Shrinking—Here's Why

The conversation explores the idea that human brains may have been shrinking due to a missing piece in the modern diet - DHA (decossa hexanoic acid). It delves into the i

Supermarkets Are Lying About Your Food

The conversation delves into the deceptive marketing tactics used in the supermarket industry, particularly focusing on the practice of 'farm washing' and the creation of

This Is Why You Accept False Health Information Online

The conversation explores the limitations of AI in interpreting metabolic health data and the importance of context in understanding blood test results. It highlights the

The Carnivore Diet Result Bryan Johnson Should Have Tried

The conversation delves into the complexity of health and nutrition, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various factors in the body. It explores the role of diet in au

What they don't teach you about water

Water is far more complex and intriguing than commonly believed. It exhibits unusual properties, including the formation of exclusion zones, charge separation, and struct

Kidneys Aren't Just Plumbing: Here's What They Really Do

The conversation delves into the multifaceted role of kidneys, extending beyond urine production to encompass blood pressure control, fluid balance, and biochemical admin

Why Your Thyroid Stops Working When You Get Too Much Iodine

The thyroid gland is like a precision instrument that requires the right amount of iodine to function properly. Excessive iodine intake can lead to the Wolff-Chaikoff eff

ctDNA: The Cancer Discovery Nobody's Talking About

The conversation introduces CT DNA testing as a revolutionary method for cancer detection, highlighting its promise and potential, as well as the challenges and limitatio

Iodine Deficiency: Are You Getting Enough?

The conversation explores the significance of iodine, its properties, role in the body, historical discovery, medical applications, environmental impact, and the implemen

Coca-Cola vs. Obesity: The Scientific Fraud Exposed

Coca-Cola spent $118 million to shape nutrition science, emphasizing energy balance over sugar and exercise. The Global Energy Balance Network was exposed as a front for

Low-Carb vs Low-Fat: Which One Actually Works?

The conversation explores the topic of nutrition science, specifically comparing low-carb and low-fat diets. It discusses the findings of randomized controlled trials and