Chris Kresser on Revealing The Sobering Truth About the Coronavirus | Health Theory

Published: April 23, 2020, 12:30 p.m.

On this episode of Health Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Chris Kresser details the consequences of lifestyle and diet related disease, a topic that is garnering significant attention because of the connection between pre-existing conditions and COVID-19 mortality. He delves into the mystery of why diabetes is an even more severe problem than lung disease for COVID-19 sufferers, details the kinds of lifestyle changes we should all be making, and explains why his approach to health and medicine is ultimately always individualized. \n\nThis episode is brought to you by: \nWhoop: WHOOP: For 15% off your order, go to https://www.whoop.com and use discount code HT at checkout. \nITU Planner: Impact Theory Planner: amazon.com/shops/impacttheory \nPatLive: PATLive: Get 15% off their regularly listed rates. Call 866-708-2507 and mention this podcast. For more information, visit PATLive.com\xa0\n\nSHOW NOTES:\xa0\nChris explains why his approach to diet and lifestyle is always individualized [1:59] \nChris distinguishes between food quality and food quantity [3:49] \nWhy are people so dogmatic about dietary beliefs that seem obviously false? [6:41] \nChris discusses the connection between pre-existing conditions and COVID-19 mortality [10:44] \nDiabetes is an even more severe risk factor than lung disease for COVID-19 [15:12] \nChris talks about B12 and why it matters so much [17:15] \nChris explains why we should be very concerned about blood sugar levels [19:46] \nChris discusses the many different forms of fasting, and why they all may be useful [23:16] \nChris theorizes about why the carnivore diet works for some people [26:52] \nHow much do genes affect the results of various kinds of diets? [28:43] \nChris talks about which factors are more important than genetics [33:11] \nChris advocates starting with testing, particularly extensive blood testing [35:12] \nChris explains why most disease is lifestyle driven, and why that matters [37:25] \nChris describes the best lifestyle for an energetic, healthy existence [40:01] \nChris discusses the benefits of meditation in his own life [43:36]\xa0\n\nFOLLOW CHRIS:\xa0\nWEBSITE: chriskresser.com\xa0\nINSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2XVrM6C\xa0\nFACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3eL42In\xa0\nTWITTER: https://bit.ly/2XU5SAD\xa0\n\nAre You Ready for EXTRA Impact?\nIf you\u2019re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.\nWant to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.\xa0\nThis is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.\nSubscription Benefits:\n\nUnlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more\n\nNew episodes delivered ad-free\n\nExclusive access to Tom\u2019s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list\n\nYou\u2019ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:\n\n\nLegendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement\n\n\nMoney Mindset: Business & Finance\n\n\nRelationship Theory: Relationships\n\n\nHealth Theory: Mental & Physical Health\n\n\nPower Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes\xa0\n\nSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz\nSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices