I asked Dr. Greger Controversial Questions I Really Wanted Answered
Interviewing Dr. Michael Greger has been on my bucket list for years. His book How Not to Die changed the way I think about food and health, so sitting down with him for this conversation was a true honor. In this interview, we discuss:
• What Dr. Greger actually eats while traveling
• The truth about protein and strength training
• What "eat meat sparingly" really means
• The best foods for longevity
• High cholesterol on a plant-based diet
• Osteoporosis and calcium without dairy
• Fiber, gut health, and beans
• Tips for raising healthy eaters
Plus, Dr. Greger shares his surprising daily exercise routine and answers some of the most common nutrition questions I hear from women.
00:00 Dream Interview Setup 01:36 Meet Dr Greger 02:48 Eating On The Road 07:07 Faith And Food Wisdom 09:24 How Much Meat Is Sparing 10:26 Family Pushback Strategies 12:25 Healthiest Animal Options 13:56 Emergency Food Storage 15:19 Top Three Foods To Add 15:53 Cancer Keto Question 16:42 Autoimmune And Soy Myths 18:11 Osteoporosis Calcium Basics 18:59 Protein And Strength Training 22:26 Fiber Limits And Gut Adaptation 24:56 High LDL On Plant Based 26:55 Kids And Healthy Eating 29:14 Guilty Pleasures Farewell 29:48 Host Wrap Up And Thanks