About this episode
Dr. Terry Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa and a pioneer in functional medicine and nutrition-based therapy. She is best known for developing the Wahls Protocol, a diet and lifestyle program that helped her reverse the symptoms of progressive multiple sclerosis. Once confined to a wheelchair, Dr. Wahls regained her mobility through her science-backed approach to mitochondrial health. Her work focuses on using food as medicine to manage autoimmune and chronic diseases. She is also a bestselling author and speaker, inspiring millions with her personal story and clinical research.In our conversation we discuss:(00:00) – Dr. Terry Wahls being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis(8:30) – Focusing on mitochondria(10:45) – Genetic factors vs. lifestyle(18:25) – Hunter-gatherer diet(24:09) – Effects of being born via C-section on health(28:00) – How to make kids eat healthy(30:32) – What are the best organs to eat?(33:17) – Is there an animal that has the most nutrition?(35:10) – Nutritional benefits of eating testicles(36:22) – Supplements(40:18) – Consuming more protein after age 50(42:18) – The Wahls Protocol(43:50) – What are nightshade vegetables?(47:41)– How chronic stress impacts brain health(51:37) – The rise of environmental toxinsLearn more about Dr. WahlsWebsite : https://terrywahls.com/Instagram: @drterrywahlsPatient Registry : https://terrywahls.com/trialsWatch full episodes on: https://www.youtube.com/@seankimConnect on IG: https://instagram.com/heyseankim
