Dr. William Li: Common Nutrition Myths Destroyed by Science! The Reality About What You Should Really Eat

Dr. William Li is a world-renowned doctor, researcher, and bestselling author known for showing how everyday foods can powerfully influence health. His groundbreaking books Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet have transformed how thousands think about nutrition, gut health, and immunity.

Now, in this empowering conversation with Dr. Kristen Holmes, he goes deeper than ever into the simple dietary shifts that can radically upgrade your body. He explains:

• Why most people are eating more protein than they need

• Why blueberries can be more effective than supplements

• The best foods to build a stronger immune system

• How to eat to reset your gut health

• Why you shouldn’t overlook when you eat your meals

• How to eat healthy on a tight budget, without sacrificing nutrition

• Whether supplements and probiotics are truly worth taking

• The surprising benefits of dark chocolate

This episode is your practical guide to using food to become your best self. Whether you're an athlete, or just trying to feel better in your body, Dr. Li offers the tools to transform your health one meal at a time.

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(00:00) Introduction  

(02:23) Is Food the Key to Prevent Illness and Disease?  

(07:37) The Best Foods to Boost Immune Health  

(16:28) How Your Diet Can Activate Stem Cells Naturally  

(19:37) The Unexpected Health Benefits of Eating Dark Chocolate  

(23:42) Top Myths About Inflammation Debunked  

(27:41) Why It's Important to Time Your Meals Around Sleep  

(31:04) How to Easily Fit Intermittent Fasting Into Your Life  

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(36:15) Rethinking Calories: Do They Matter?  

(38:01) Affordable Ways to Eat Healthy and Avoid Ultra-Processed Foods  

(42:51) What Are Ultra-Processed Foods?  

(45:13) Dr. Li’s Personal Diet: The MediterAsian Approach  

(48:56) How to Build Your Own Personalized Eating Plan  

(54:03) How Gut Health Impacts Your Whole Body  

(56:46) Using Food to Improve Gut Health and Ease Discomfort  

(01:00:22) Are Bloating and Gas Normal?  

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(01:04:26) Should You Take Supplements and Probiotics?  

(01:06:34) The 2 Probiotics Dr. Li Recommends  

(01:11:40) A Nutritionist's Take on Protein, Collagen, and Creatine  

(01:18:54) Dr. Li's 3 Nutrition Tips for a Healthy New Year  

(01:25:09) Kristen Breaks Down the Conversation  

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