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Dr Daniel & Tana Amen

  • Why You Should Never Drink Fruit Juice with Dr. Robert Lustig

Why You Should Never Drink Fruit Juice with Dr. Robert Lustig

Wednesday 18th September 2019

Learn why fruit juice isn't the healthy choice you think it is and get tips for protecting your liver and gut with Dr. Robert Lustig on The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast.
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The Hidden Dangers of Fruit Juice: Insights from Dr. Robert Lustig

Fruit juice is not good, just not as bad as soda.
Think fruit juice is a healthy alternative to soda? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen team up with Dr. Robert Lustig, author of 'Fat Chance', to uncover the truth about fruit juice. While many of us reach for a glass of juice thinking it's a healthier choice, Dr. Lustig explains why this common belief is misleading.
When fruit is juiced, it loses its insoluble fiber, leaving behind only soluble fiber, which doesn't offer the same health benefits for your gut and liver. Instead, fruit juice can overload your liver with glucose and fructose, leading to long-term damage. But don’t worry, it's not all doom and gloom. Dr. Lustig shares practical tips for protecting your liver and nourishing your gut, such as opting for whole fruits instead of juice and slowing down carbohydrate absorption.
The episode also delves into the hidden dangers of sugar in processed foods and the importance of satiety and frontal lobe function. By the end, you'll have a fresh perspective on what you put into your body and actionable steps to improve your health. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to make informed dietary choices and safeguard their well-being.