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episode 113: 113 Genetics and Nutrient Deficiencies with Amanda Archibald
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Amanda Archibald about the importance of diversity in food as medicine. We discuss:
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Why Euro-Centric cuisines could be completely missing the point for other cultures.
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The significance of polyphenols and bioactives in ancient cuisines,
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The interplay between genetics and nutrient deficiencies
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Why it is super important to start with food first!
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Neurotransmitters and Nutrient deficienicies
This is a far-reaching podcast, and we also delved into inflammation, Omega-3s, genetics, arachidonic acid, vagus nerve activation and more!
Finally, we touched upon the 3 most critical nutrients for children with learning disoders.
You can find more or Amanda’s work at www.genomickitchen.com .
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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.