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Eating for Life · August 21, 2026 · 1 min
Dr. Kurt Bravata breaks down the Mediterranean diet — the most studied dietary pattern in the world — including what to eat, what to avoid, and why it works.
Kurt Bravata, M.D. · Educational, not a substitute for your physician.
The PREDIMED trial found the Mediterranean diet reduced major cardiovascular events by 30% compared to a low-fat diet. It also reduces type 2 diabetes risk by 20–30%, protects against cognitive decline, and is associated with longevity in Blue Zone populations.
Start with three changes: switch to extra-virgin olive oil, eat fish twice a week, and add a daily handful of walnuts or almonds.
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Educational purposes only. Consult a registered dietitian before significant dietary changes.
Eating for Life · September 18, 2026
Dr. Steven Gundry\'s Plant Paradox diet challenges conventional wisdom about "healthy" foods. Dr. Bravata explains what lectins are, who should avoid them, and how to implement a lectin-free approach.
Prevent & Treat · October 11, 2026
Fatigue, irregular cycles, mood changes, stubborn weight, and poor sleep often overlap. Dr. Bravata explains how addressing the whole person — sleep, nutrition, movement, stress, and gut health — frequently improves symptoms more than targeting one lab value alone.
Holistic Healing · October 2, 2026
Meditation is not simply a traditional Eastern practice — it is a practice that rests the body, steadies the mind, and, for those who follow Christ, fills the soul with something better than the noise we just turned off. Dr. Bravata explains what the research shows and how he recommends practicing it.