570. Why We Are In So Much Trouble

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dr. Martin discusses several health headlines that magnify how metabolically unwell we are. From the top sources of calories in the US diet, to researchers now knowing what causes cold sores, to the importance of lowering triglycerides… they are all connected! </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nearly all foods now contain high-fructose corn syrup, which causes insulin to elevate, which in turn causes our cortisol levels to rise. High cortisol levels is what causes the herpes virus to be activated, causing cold sores or shingles. When we have too much insulin circulating, harmful triglycerides are formed in the bloodstream. This is dangerous to our heart and brain!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The bottom line is that metabolic syndrome all has to do with food!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dr. Martin also shares two health headlines about the amazing benefits of vitamin D when it comes to fending off COVID-19 and preventing breast cancer. It’s sunshine that we all need as 80% of the population is deficient in vitamin D!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tune into today’s podcast to learn why we are in so much trouble!</span></p> <p> </p>