Nutrition
Enough protein in our diet? What the research says. Summary In this video, Dr. Vikki discusses the common misconceptions and debates surrounding protein intake. Protein is vital for health, with the recommended daily allowance (RDA) being 0.8 gram per kilogram of body weight. While elite athletes require more, the average person below 65 years can […]
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What are the 4 recommendations of a simple, healthy diet? Summary In this video, Dr. Vikki discusses the 4 different components of a healthy diet. After reviewing 10 different diets, from DASH, to Mediterranean, to Vegan, to Vegetarian, Paleo and Keto, the American Heart Association looked at the common threads the were present in all […]
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Celiac Disease & Gluten Sensitivity: You Need to Know This Summary Testing for celiac disease and gluten sensitivity is important for several reasons: Accuracy of diagnosis: Testing allows for a proper diagnosis of celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, which can be challenging based solely on symptoms. Without testing, you may not be aware of your […]
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Summary While gluten-free foods are necessary for individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, it’s important to acknowledge that not all gluten-free foods are inherently healthy. Here are a few reasons why gluten-free foods can sometimes be less healthy. Nutritional deficiencies: Gluten-free products often use alternative ingredients, such as refined flours (rice, potato, tapioca), […]
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Stomach Acid: What Foods Neutralize It? Summary Diet plays a major role in controlling stomach acid reflux symptoms and is the first line of therapy used for people suffering from it. In this video, Dr Vikki Petersen describes what are the best foods in 3 categories to help neutralize stomach acid, and why pill-popping […]
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Summary: Antacids and side-effects Antacids are medications that are commonly used to neutralize stomach acid and provide relief from symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux. While antacids can be effective in relieving these symptoms, they can also have some potential drawbacks. Here are 5 of them, and Dr. Vikki’s video explains how and […]
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Stool Test: Know Your Gut Health Stool tests can provide important information about a person’s digestive and overall health. Some of the key benefits of stool tests include: Detecting gastrointestinal disorders: Stool tests can help detect conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), celiac disease, and infection with parasites. Identifying nutrient deficiencies: Stool tests can […]
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Does dairy cause cancer? Transcript of the video By Dr. Vikki Petersen Does milk cause cancer? Let’s really look at the facts: Dairy is the milk of a cow; you’re not a cow. That might sound silly, but the bottom line really is that as mammals, we make milk for our offspring. If you look […]
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Weight Loss Yes, But The Right Way Summary Obesity is a critical health issue, especially in industrialized nations like the US. Studies have shown that 78% of those hospitalized with Covid-19 were obese, and obese individuals are more than twice as likely to be hospitalized with the virus. Fat is not inert but rather immunologically […]
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