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There are women eating high PUFA, high Phytoestrogen nuts and seeds. The high PUFA intake lowers estrogen detoxification in the liver, and the phytoestrogens are adding even more estrogenic compounds to the body - making estrogen imbalance even worse.

RT @haidut: Estrogen is NOT low in menopause, in fact there is estrogen dominance in blood and tissues [ #E1 #E1S #…

Popeye got it wrong when it comes to calcium (Ca) - there is a difference between nutrient content and micronutrient availability. Dairy has a 30-35% Ca absorption rate, while the Ca absorption rate from spinach is only 5% due to the high oxalate content. So, you would need to eat 7.5 cups cooked spinach to get the same amount of Ca in just 1 cup of milk. Now, if dairy doesn't work for you at this point in time, that is fine! But there are other dietary Ca sources that have better calcium bioavailability -- 1 cup cooked collard greens contains 266 mg Ca (with a 50-60% absorption rate), 2 oz sardines contains 220 mg Ca (with a 30-35% absorption rate), and 1/4 tsp eggshell powder contains 200 mg Ca (with a 25-40% absorption rate).

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@anomalie_blue almost set my second monitor on fire lol

@richcollins Also curious if you have read through the research? There are a lot of papers documenting this connection.

@Alvi19478870 Lower exposure, sauna 1-2X per week, and potentially donate blood 1X a year - thats all I know of!

Exercising pretty similar amounts now vs then. But also I was eating about 200 g of fat per day, weighing 120-125 lbs. (Sorry, have been asked this question so many times now but that wasn't it for me. There's quite a bit of research showing the carb - thyroid - cholesterol connection). The carbs helped me, my metabolism, and thyroid tremendously. And carbs have for countless others, as well that have gone through our course. If you are thriving, don't change a thing! But after 2 years my hair started thinning, metabolism and thyroid tanked (with low body temperatures in the 95 and 96 - a sign of a low metabolic rate), hormonal problems & other signs. It felt great at first, until it didn't. But again, if someone is doing great on keto/carnivore - that's great. Keep going!

@richcollins I would say both. Thyroid gland functioning, and then the thyroid system involves thyroid hormone transportation and cellular utilization - which is tied to metabolism.

Be mindful of total fat intake. Dietary fat isn't 'bad' - but don't have to eat high fat to experience the benefits. Prioritize foods you do well with. Try to lower stress where you can. And incorporate moderate amounts of exercise into your life! For ex - strength training 2-3X per week + daily steps.

@Zofia_Tadek @therealfoodjb Appreciate that!! I think in general - don't need as much protein as the 'bro crowd' recommends. Keep carbs high. 3X per week is plenty. Progressive overload.

@MarcusGodin did you believe the whole 'lean mass hyper responder' and use this to justify that it was okay? Scary times!

RT @anomalie_blue: One of the pitfalls of not having a holistic understanding of energy metabolism is that it’s a lot more tempting to obse…

@_Regenaissance It often feels good, until it doesnt...

Eating foods that are high in cholesterol does not raise your cholesterol. Elevated cholesterol is often a sign of low thyroid function: hypothyroidism. "Cholesterol is used rapidly under the influence of T3, and ever since the 1930s it has been clear that serum cholesterol rises in hypothyroidism, and is very useful diagnostically.” - Dr. Ray Peat

@FTL_Bonnie @iamjustapeater Appreciate you <3 Wiggly jiggly, high quality bones, minimal cook time.

@ActiveStacksUS @hybridathlete8 Appreciate the support <3 Changing the food system together!

The French Paradox -- a lower incidence of heart disease in France compared to other Western nations (like the US), despite a diet rich in saturated fat and cholesterol (butter, cheese & meat). The fear around saturated fat and cholesterol has been incredibly profitable for Big pharma since it helps sell statins. By pushing the narrative that LDL cholesterol is the primary villain in heart disease, millions of people have been put on statins—often without addressing the real underlying causes like inflammation, oxidative stress, and poor metabolic health. Meanwhile, populations like the French, who consume butter, cheese, and animal fats, but also prioritize whole foods, lower processed food intake, and active lifestyles, tend to have better heart health than what the standard "cholesterol-fear model" would predict.