In this episode of The Health Edge Mark and John review a recent study linking alcohol intake with health outcomes. This Lancet study sheds a different light than what current recommendations in the US suggest is a safe threshold.
The Health Edge: Vitamin K2
In this episode of The Health Edge Mark and John discuss the critical importance of Vitamin K2, the forgotten vitamin. They review food sources, mechanisms of action and clinical research that supports the link between healthy vitamin K intake (100-200 mcg/day) and reductions in risk of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Vitamin K2 and Vascular Calcification
Chris Masterjohn PhD Vitamin K2 Sources/Resources
Vitamins K1 and K2- The Emerging Group of Vitamins Required for Human Health
The Health Edge: Trace Minerals
In this episode of The Health Edge Mark and John share some thoughts on the importance of trace minerals e.g. Boron, Selenium and Chromium and health.
The Health Edge: Managing Protein Needs
In this episode of The Health Edge Mark and John discuss the importance of balancing protein needs.
Insulin-like growth factor-(IGF)-axis, inflammation, and glucose intolerance among older adults
Human conditions of insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) deficiency
Both Low and High Serum IGF-I Levels Associate with Cancer Mortality in Older Men
Circulating Insulin-Like Growth Factor I Mediates Effects of Exercise on the Brain
The Health Edge: Interesting Medical Headline News
In this episode of The Health Edge Mark and John discuss some recent medical headlines of interest.
The Health Edge: Bile Acids
In this recording of The Health Edge John and Mark reflect on bile acid research. Their discussion explores the role of bile acids in human health and how diet, the gut microbiome, dysbiosis, gut permeability and bile acid signaling are connected in health and disease.
Bile Acid Metabolism and Signaling
Bile Acids and Dysbiosis in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Evolutionary and Functional Diversification of the Vitamin D Receptor-Lithocholic Acid Partnership
The Health Edge: Consciousness, Reality and Health
The brain is not the source of consciousness. Consciousness is the source of the brain.
In this episode of The Health Edge John and Mark share some thoughts of the emerging research in consciousness, unified field theory, reality and how it shapes our experiences of life. They share some reflections on consciousness and health based on the cutting-edge work of Amit Goswami PhD, Nassim Haramein PhD, and Rupert Sheldrake PhD.
Mark Pettus interview on the Lo-Carb Paleo Show
Recently I was interviewed on The Lo-Carb Paleo Show. It was great fun and wonderful to connect with like-minded members of the tribe!
The Health Edge: Sodium, Hypertension and Cardiovascular Risk
In this episode of The Health Edge, Mark and John review current guidelines with respect to sodium intake and the risks of cardiovascular disease. They examine updated research suggesting a safer range for most above the current guidelines with greater emphasis on the need for more plant-based potassium and magnesium.
Sodium, Potassium Intake and Cardiovascular Events
Cochrane Review- Reduced Dietary salt for the prevention of cardiovascular disease
The Health Edge: Weight and Metabolism Part 2 with Mark Pettus MD
Recorded at The Health and Rejuvenation Retreat at La Montana Azul, Costa Rica on December 8, 2017. Mark reviews some interesting research on weight and metabolism. The framework centers less on quantity of calories and more on quality of calories. Food is information and it appears how that information is translated is essential to understanding weight and metabolism. This is the last of our retreat recordings. Enjoy!
Weight and Metabolism PowerPoint Slides
Pettus Slide Deck: Gastrointestinal Health
New Atkins Approach: PowerPoint Slide Deck
Weight Loss Hypnosis