Health Unveiled with Dr. Dan
There is so much confusion today on how to be healthy. Ideas not rooted in science are masqueraded about as truth causing confusion—and potential danger—as people engage in health practices not validated by bonafide scientific research. This confusion has created a knowledge gap and is impeding the progress of individuals to achieve optimal health.The mission of Health Unveiled is to bridge this health knowledge gap by uncovering science-based research and accurately educating the world on topics related to proper nutrition, exercise, supplementation and general wellness.
Episodes
December 19, 2019 • 15 mins
In this episoide, Dr. Dan talk about how modern science backs up old health adages like:"A apple a day keeps the doctor away""Grain is the staff of life""An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure""Eat to live, not live to eat"And others...
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December 12, 2019 • 18 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses the known science around the hot plant based meat industry.Episode References:Flexitarian diet info: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30042947Potential health concerns regarding conventional meat: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2749260Plant based meats might be more part friendly than conventional meat: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-46590-1.pdfPlant based mea...
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December 5, 2019 • 25 mins
Episode Summary:Natural products from the sea and their ability to promote human health is the topic Dr. Dan tackles in this episode.Episode References:Review on astaxanthin health benefits: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3917265/Astaxanthin and skin health: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5946307/Neuroprotective properties of astaxanthin: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5352583/Astaxanthin a...
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November 28, 2019 • 16 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses the science behind Shilajit—a new health ingredient on the market.Episode References:Shilajit found in Antartica: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18996940Mythical origins of shilajit: https://krishnamurti.abundanthope.org/index_htm_files/The-Bhagavata-Purana.pdfOrigin of shilajit is still unknown: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22557605Beauty from within properties of shilajit: https://www...
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November 21, 2019 • 21 mins
Episode Summary:Listen as Dr. Dan discusses both sides of the vaccination debates and breaks down the accurate science.Episode References:Thiomersal is not responsible for autism: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17168158Legal battles of thiomersal and autism: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17898095Original lancet paper on MMR vaccine and autism that fueled the debate: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0...
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November 14, 2019 • 22 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses natural products that can help with PMS, PMDD, UTIs, morning sickness, breastfeeding, and menopause.Natural Ingredients to Help with PMS:Chaste-treeZinc Calcium Vitamin D3Phosphatidyl serine and phosphatidic acidJustica pectoralis (water willow)Natural Ingredients to Help with PMDD:Chaste-treeNatural Ingredients to Help with UTIs:Cranberry standardized to proanthocyandins (PACs)Natural Ingredients ...
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November 7, 2019 • 26 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan breaks down the actual science behind the safety and efficacy of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)Topics discussed are as follows:What are genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?Scientific literature behind the potential benefits of GMOsLiterature on the potential dangers of GMOsThe real issues behind GMOsSummary/future outlookDr. Dan recommendationEpisode References:See here for an article on the populat...
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October 31, 2019 • 23 mins
Episode Summary:With thousands of supplements to choose from, Dr. Dan explains what to look for in order to find science-based products that can support human health.Principles For Picking Out a Science-Based Supplement:Avoid Pixie-dusting/Witches Brew Formulations Steer Clear of Proprietary Blends that don’t give ingredient amountsChoose ingredients that are standardized to bioactive compoundsLook for technology in formulations th...
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October 24, 2019 • 22 mins
Episode Summary:Mindfulness and its ability to improve human health is the topic Dr. Dan address in this episode. Episode References:Wikipedia has a nice introduction to mindfulness: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MindfulnessStress and anxiety reduction via mindfulness: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31601362Mindfulness increases quality of life in cancer patients: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31621473Postpartum depressi...
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October 17, 2019 • 18 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan breaks down the actual science behind the hot trend of phytoceramides.Episode References:Dr. Oz—How to Fake a Facelift Campaign: https://www.doctoroz.com/episode/how-drop-decade-5-secrets-cheat-your-age?video_id=1937182025001Ceramides Improve Skin Condition: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18492188Ceramides Improve Skin Hydration: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20646083Improvement of wrinkles using ...
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October 10, 2019 • 8 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses the science behind the hot trend of camel milk and its anti-diabetic properties. Episode References:Zero prevalence of diabetes in rural India where camel milk is consumed: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17098321See here for a review article on the health benefits of camel milk: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27432772Anticancer properties of camel milk: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed...
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October 3, 2019 • 20 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan breaks down the known science regarding intermittent fasting.Topics discussed are as follows:Introduce intermittent fastingDifferent types of intermittent fastingIntermittent fasting in the scientific literature Potential mode of action of intermittent fastingChallenges and potential issuesKey takeawaysFuture outlookEpisode References:See here for a review of different types of intermittent fasting: https://...
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September 26, 2019 • 29 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses what is known in the scientific literature about the health benefits, challenges, and future outlook of essential oils.Topics discussed are as follows:Definition of essential oilMolecular composition of essential oilsWhat is the actual published science behind essential oils?Potential problems with essential oilsKey takeaways and future outlookEpisode References:Essential oils and quorum sensing: h...
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September 20, 2019 • 21 mins
Episode Summary:The actual science regarding elderberry is the topic Dr. Dan tackles on this episode.Episode References:Elderberry as a food colorant: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31247974Phytonutrients in elderberry: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29241318Elderberry reduces cold-like symptoms: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30670267Flu duration shortened by elderberry: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9395631Co...
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September 12, 2019 • 23 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses what is actually known in the scientific literature regarding the keto diet.Episode References:The keto diet in the treatment of drug resistant epilepsy: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31204451See here for a good review on the science of the ketones diet: https://www.nature.com/articles/ejcn2013116Keto diet can change composition of the microbiome: https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674...
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September 5, 2019 • 22 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses a science-based eating pattern that can lower blood pressure.Episode References:Blood pressure prevalence by the WHO: https://www.who.int/gho/ncd/risk_factors/blood_pressure_prevalence_text/en/Original New England Journal of Medicine report on the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9099655/See here for a good review of the DASH eating pla...
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August 29, 2019 • 30 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan describes the best science-based methods to repel those pesky mosquitos.Topics discussed are as follows:Synthetically derived insect repellents Naturally derived insect repellentsFactors that attract or repel mosquitosSummary and future outlookEpisode References:See here for a nice review of insect repellents: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29410208Effectiveness of DEET: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub...
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August 22, 2019 • 14 mins
The word "diet" is my most hated word in the english language. Diet means short term, non-sustainable, drudgery, gimmicky, burden, and pain. In this episode I discuss basic princioles of how one can eat healthy food sustainably long term—as opposed to a white-knuckle diet.
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August 15, 2019 • 24 mins
Episode Summary:The scientific efficacy of the popular bean diet is the topic tackled by Dr. Dan on this episode.Topics discussed are as follows:What is the bean diet?Nutritional composition of beansScientific literature on the bean dietIs the bean diet scientifically legit?Future outlook and summary Episode References:Early reference on the bean diet: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/5851199Legumes are rich in polyphenols: http...
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August 8, 2019 • 27 mins
Episode Summary:Dr. Dan discusses the scientific literature behind different types of mushrooms.Topics discussed are as follows:Introduction to mushroomsMushrooms with science based evidenceBest ways to get mushrooms into our dietsFuture outlook and summary Episode References:Reishi mushroom and immune health: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30317947Metabolic syndrome reduced using reishi mushroom: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/...
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