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The internet has transformed nutrition from science into spectacle, where tribal allegiances matter more than truth and algorithms amplify the loudest voices rather than the most accurate ones.
In this landscape, nutrition information has devolved into a battlefield where critical thinking has been supplanted by confirmation bias, dietary evangelists have weaponized cherry-picked studies, and nuanced science gets relegated to clickbait headlines serving predetermined conclusions.
My guest today is Dr. Matthew Nagra, a Vancouver-based naturopathic doctor who has dedicated his career to combating misinformation with evidence-based research. Certified in plant-based nutrition and known for his compelling social media content, Matt is an anomaly, one who allows data to drive his analysis rather than selecting studies to support ideological positions.
“Eating a diet that’s rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, legumes, nuts and seeds—that is the foundation of a healthy dietary pattern.”
– DR. MATTHEW NAGRA
Today, we discuss:
- Seed Oil Hysteria & Evidence-Based Truth
- Plant vs Animal Protein Myths Debunke
- LDL Cholesterol Denialism Exposed
- Carnivore Diet Claims vs Reality
- Navigating Nutrition Misinformation
For those who prefer a visual experience, the conversation is available on YouTube. As always, the audio version streams wild and free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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