EP #1401: How to Unmask Hidden Inflammation & Ignite Your Self-Care Journey to Lifelong Health

Send us a text Summary Dr. Efrat LaMandre discusses inflammation and its role in illness and wellness. She explains that inflammation is a state of feeling unwell, characterized by aches, pains, and other symptoms. If left unchecked, inflammation can lead to illness. Dr. Efrat emphasizes that illness and wellness exist on a spectrum, and it takes time for inflammation to progress to an illness. She also discusses the importance of understanding the context of inflammation, such as CRP levels, and the need for personalized approaches to nutrition and lifestyle based on individual genetics and sensitivities. In this conversation, Dr. Efrat LaMandre discusses the importance of inflammation and its impact on health. She emphasizes the need to reduce inflammation through dietary choices and lifestyle changes. Dr. LaMandre also shares her personal approach to nutrition, including intermittent fasting and protein supplementation. She highlights the concept of bio-individuality and the importance of finding what works best for each individual. The conversation concludes with a discussion on indulgences and the importance of balance in a healthy lifestyle. Keywords: inflammation, illness, wellness, autoimmune disease, CRP, cholesterol, nutrition, leaky gut, gluten sensitivity, inflammation, health, dietary choices, lifestyle changes, intermittent fasting, protein supplementation, bio-individuality, balance Takeaways Inflammation is a state of feeling unwell, characterized by aches, pains, and other symptoms. Illness and wellness exist on a spectrum, and inflammation left unchecked can progress to an illness. Understanding the context of inflammation, such as CRP levels, is important for accurate assessment. Personalized approaches to nutrition and lifestyle based on individual genetics and sensitivities are crucial. Leaky gut and gluten sensitivity can contribute to inflammation and autoimmune diseases. Inflammation is a key factor in the development of illness and disease. Reducing inflammation can be achieved through dietary choices and lifestyle changes. Intermittent fasting can be an effective strategy for reducing inflammation and promoting overall health. Protein supplementation can help support muscle health and prevent muscle wasting. Bio-individuality means that what works for one person may not work for another, and it's important to find an approach to nutrition that suits your individual needs. Indulgences can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Sound Bites "Get your affairs in order. I would like to be named." "Wellness, let's just say it's all the way in my left hand, and then we have illness all the way in the right hand." "Listen to your patient. If your patient comes in and says, my joints hurt all the time, especially when I first wake up and then after I move, I feel a little bit better, that's rheumatoid arthritis." "I'm in a constant state of inflammation. That's the inflammation we don't want. That's the one that causes illness." "I try to be, so okay, so I fast. I like intermittent fasting. I try to fast like 16 to 18 hours." "It's like, hey, why is half my container missing? It wasn't me. You probably lost track." Chapters00:00Introduction and Book Recommendation 07:11The Role of CRP in Assessing Inflammation 10:10Personalized Nutrition and the Ideal Plate 25:00The Spectrum of Inflammation 28:35Understanding Inflammation and its Impact on Health 30:20The Role of Intermittent Fasting in Reducing Inflammation 35:46Bio-Individuality: Finding What Works for You 41:14Balancing Indulgences in a Healthy Lifestyle Royalty Free Music from Tunetank.com Track: S