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Renowned doctor, researcher and advocate, Chris Van Tulleken joins Jake and Damian for a candid conversation on the impact of ultra-processed foods on our mental and physical health.
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He shares his insights on how certain foods not only harm our bodies but also mess with our minds, leading to anxiety, depression, and a lack of control. He explains his own 30-day junk food experiment and its effects and describes the physical and mental toll of such diets, highlighting their effects on sleep, mood, and digestion.
Chris expresses the urgent need for systemic changes, such as warning labels on food and removing financial ties between the food industry and government committees. He shares how his book ‘Ultra-Processed People’ aims to empower readers and spark a grassroots movement for better food policies.
He offers practical advice for families looking to make healthier choices now, without waiting for policy changes. This episode encourages us to channel our frustration with the food system into activism and policy change to create a healthier future for everyone.
0:00 Introduction
1:02 What Is High Performance?
3:55 UPF Could Increase Depression
9:27 Junk Food Addiction
20:27 Mental Health & Diet Links
25:53 80% UPF Diet
29:49 Sweet Treat Stigmas
33:22 Food Warnings
39:54 Food Industry Corruption
47:27 Links Between Tobacco & Food
51:20 Was This Made By Someone Who Loves You?
52:51 Quick-Fire Questions
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