Kidney Scientist Reveals the Most Inflammatory Foods to Cease Eating Immediately | Dr. Jacob Torres

The list for those interested: **Foods and Food Components that Can Negatively Impact Gut Health:** * **Polysorbate 80 (Tween 80):** This is a common food additive and emulsifier found in various foods like ice cream. It can disrupt the gut lining by emulsifying the mucus layer, which is a defense mechanism against pathogens and direct contact with food content. This disruption can lead to increased interaction with microorganisms in the gut and trigger an inflammatory response, resulting in gut barrier disruption. * **Carrageenan:** This is another emulsifier that has been used experimentally to induce leaky gut. While different types exist (low vs. high molecular weight), with the lower weight potentially causing more issues, it is generally believed that consistent exposure to carrageenan might not be benign. * **High Fructose Corn Syrup and High Amounts of Fructose:** High levels of fructose, such as those found in soda and high fructose corn syrup, can act as gut barrier disruptors and may lead to inflammation. Studies have shown that even a relatively achievable level in the standard American diet (5-10% of calories) can have this effect. * **Gluten:** In individuals with a predisposition, such as those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, gluten can trigger an immune response in the gut. This reaction is mediated by receptors that bind to gliadin, a component of gluten, and the intensity of the response can vary between individuals. Even in non-celiac individuals, gluten consumption can lead to digestive discomfort and other inflammatory symptoms. * **Foods containing certain types of Oxalates:** While soluble oxalates are processed in the gut, some plants contain sharp, micro-crystals of oxalates that can cause physical damage to the mouth, throat, and potentially further down the digestive tract upon consumption. **Foods and Food Components that Can Positively Impact Gut Health (Indirectly):** * **Fiber and Vegetables:** These are fermented by the gut microbiome, leading to the production of short-chain fatty acids like propionate and butyrate. These short-chain fatty acids are generally considered anti-inflammatory and beneficial for gut health. However, Dr. Torres raises the point that the benefits depend on having a sufficient and diverse microbiome capable of proper fermentation. A radical change in diet, like a long-term carnivore diet, can deplete the microbiome and reduce the ability to ferment these foods effectively, potentially leading to inflammation upon their reintroduction. It's important to note that the impact of these foods can vary depending on individual factors, the composition of the gut microbiome, and the overall diet. Dr. Torres also emphasizes that even if food additives are deemed safe by regulatory bodies at certain levels, the long-term effects of consistent exposure to small doses are not always clear.

Fasting and carnivore, has made a big difference in my health.😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

Can you please do a video on the effects of Castor oil?I think a lot of people don't know about the benefits and you're talking about inflammation today.Castor oil maybe helpful.But I would like you to do a deep dive on that

Read labels and stay away from: 1. HFCS 2. Emulsifiers 3. Preservatives 4. Food coloring

Based on the picture for the clickbait, it is creamsicle ice cream bars, Starbucks Iced Frappe Mocha lattes, Pearl Milling Syrup and Dryers Grand Vanilla Ice Ceram.

Human body is very capable of living 120 years. Most die around 60-70 because of inflammation

I spent three weeks in Europe and ate everything, and I felt great, lost a few pounds, and my inflammation went down, even in my prostate. I will move some day if i can.

This episode is the most worthwhile use of time spent. Thoroughly informative of cell science to understand immunity, allergies, food sensitivity. Have been wondering about additives forever. No clues, explanation, info from allergists. Very greatful of conveying the concepts and research.

As the parent of a daughter with Alport Syndrome(kidney disease), who is a transplant patient, thank you for this!! I have RA so I found this applicable to both of us!

Dr. Jakob Torres is an absolute genius.