Breast Implants, Explant Surgery, and Breast Implant Illness with Robert Whitfield MD - Episodes Tagged with “Protein Intake”

Episode 134: The Truth About Food That Could Change Your Life with Brian Sanders

Robert Whitfield MD — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 03:00:00 -0400

Ready to take charge of your health and feel your best? Today, Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with filmmaker Brian Sanders to discuss how nutrition and smart food choices play a significant role in our overall health. Dr. Whitfield talks about what he’s learned from helping patients recover from breast implant illness, while Brian shares his own story of turning his health around by changing his diet. They both emphasize the perks of eating whole foods, getting enough protein, and cutting back on processed stuff. You’ll also hear some down-to-earth tips for eating healthy on a budget and why making lifestyle changes really matters. If you’re ready to turn your health around, tune in!

Bio: Brian Sanders

Brian Sanders is the filmmaker behind the Food Lies documentary, host of the top 5 nutrition podcast Peak Human, and an international speaker. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and he’s the founder of Sapien Center, a popular health club in Austin. He also owns the grass-fed meat & beef tallow body care company, Nose to Tail.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/food-lies-post#/https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/food-lies-post#/
https://www.peak-human.com/https://www.peak-human.com/
http://sapiencenter.com/
https://nosetotail.org/

Show Highlights:

Challenges in Changing Habits (00:04:00) The difficulty of changing unhealthy habits, especially for families and children
Enjoyable & Sustainable Healthy Eating (00:08:21) **How healthy eating can be enjoyable and sustainable
**Sugar Addiction & Satiety (00:13:36) Sugar addiction and satiety
Processed vs. Ultra-Processed Foods (00:17:33) Ultra-processed foods and their negative health impacts
Food Processing Categories (00:19:48) Three food categories: whole foods, traditionally processed, and industrially processed foods
Movement & Walking as Essential (00:24:29) **Daily movement and walking for metabolic health
**Protein Focus & Adaptability When Traveling (00:30:09) **Tips for maintaining a protein-focused diet while traveling
**Stepping Down from Unhealthy Snacks (00:32:04) Strategies for transitioning from unhealthy snacks, like chips, to better alternatives
Protein for Healing & Patient Care (00:38:28) Dr. Whitfield discusses the necessity of protein for healing, especially in surgical patients
Affordable Healthy Eating & Cooking Tips (00:40:28) Advice on sourcing affordable protein, simple cooking methods, and prioritizing unprocessed foods

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Episode 115: Uncovering the Hidden Truths Behind Hormone Imbalances with Dr. Deb Matthew

Robert Whitfield MD — Thu, 08 May 2025 03:00:00 -0400

Ready to dive into the world of hormones with a twist? Today, Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with Dr. Deb Matthew, known as "America's Happy Hormones Doctor," about the ups and downs of hormone imbalances in women and how they can shake up their well-being. They get into the nitty-gritty of how things like birth control pills, chronic stress, and what you eat can mess with your hormone levels, especially testosterone. Dr. Matthew is all about getting to the root of low testosterone issues instead of just jumping straight to hormone replacement. They also touch on how inflammation can throw your thyroid off balance and share some tasty tips for keeping your hormones happy. Dr. Matthew is a big believer in taking a holistic approach to women's health, stressing the power of managing stress and making smart food choices. Tune in for some eye-opening insights!

Connect with Dr. Deb Matthew

Website
Download Dr. Deb’s ebook, “This is NOT Normal! A Busy Woman’s Guide to Symptoms of Hormone Imbalances”.

Show Highlights:

Hormonal Issues in Younger Women (00:01:04)
Hormone problems in younger women, particularly related to breast implants.
Impact of Birth Control Pills (00:01:44)
Effects of birth control pills on testosterone levels and women's health
Chronic Stress and Hormones (00:03:55)
How chronic stress affects cortisol and testosterone levels, worsening hormone imbalances
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (00:05:57)
Challenges with testosterone replacement therapy and the importance of proper dosing
Identifying Underlying Issues (00:07:31)
Importance of identifying root causes of low testosterone in younger women
Role of DHEA in Hormone Production (00:08:07)
Discussion on DHEA's role in testosterone production and managing stress
Thyroid Function and Inflammation (00:10:28)
Connection between inflammation and thyroid function, and the risks of synthetic replacements
Gut Health and Autoimmunity (00:16:15)
The link between gut health and autoimmune issues affecting hormone balance
Cortisol and Sleep Disruption (00:22:10)
Impact of cortisol levels on sleep, including circadian rhythm disturbances and reliance on caffeine
Progesterone's Role in Sleep (00:23:45)
Importance of progesterone for restorative sleep, especially in perimenopausal women

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Episode 112: How Genetics and GLP-1 Shape Your Metabolism with Ashley Koff, RD

Robert Whitfield MD — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Whitfield speaks with Ashley Koff, RD, about the fascinating world of peptide hormones, focusing on GLP-1 and its role in metabolic health. Dr. Whitfield starts by highlighting how our genes play a part and why GLP-1 is so crucial, especially when bouncing back after surgery. Ashley, a whiz on GLP-1 agonists, chats about the differences between synthetic and natural hormones. She also stresses the importance of seeing metabolic health as a complex system. Ashley shares how personal genomics can help us fine-tune our health and gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming book on optimizing GLP-1. Tune in to hear more about a holistic and personalized approach to health and nutrition.

Connect with Ashley Koff, RD

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Show Highlights:

Genetic Factors in Metabolic Health (00:04:28)
Impact of genetics on metabolic function and health outcomes
GLP-1's Role in Repair (00:15:33)
GLP-1's potential in repairing the digestive tract lining and considerations for its use
Understanding Medication Use (00:16:25)
Prevalence of acid-suppressing medications and their effects on digestion and inflammation
GLP-1 Optimization Insights (00:22:25)
Significance of GLP-1 hormones in regulating health and addressing weight management
Importance of Nutrition Ecosystem (00:26:28)
Discussion on the interconnectedness of diet, gut health, and overall body function
Fermented Foods and Their Benefits (00:30:36)
Exploration of various fermented foods and their role in enhancing gut health and nutrition
Nutritional Yeast Misconceptions (00:33:16)
Clarification on the nutritional content of fortified nutritional yeast and its impact on health
Fermented Foods and Probiotics (00:34:12)
Exploration of the limitations of fermented foods like sourdough for probiotic intake
Protein Quality and Distribution (00:40:02)
Importance of protein source quality and proper distribution throughout the day
Genetic Factors in Nutrition (00:45:49)
Discussion on the role of genetics in individual dietary needs and behaviors

Bio: Ashley Koff, RD

Ashley Koff, RD, leads the national conversation on truly personalized nutrition. She's translated her 25+ years of practitioner experience into a proven system, 'BNP' (better not perfect), to help you identify and make better nutrition choices more often. She's the founder of The Better Nutrition Program and the founding Nutrition Director for the University of California at Irvine's Susan Samueli Institute's Integrative and Functional Medicine Fellowship.

Koff has a new book available in January 2026 on GLP-1 optimization from Harper Collins and offers certification for it for coaches and practitioners. She's also the author of two consumer publications, Recipes for IBS and Mom Energy, and a contributor to three practitioner publications. She was also the on-air dietitian for three reality TV shows and a regular contributing expert for national and local media outlets. Awarded by InStyle magazine as Hollywood's Leading Nutritionist, as among CNN’s Top 100 health makers, recognized in the Top 10 Social Health Makers in Nutrition (Sharecare.com) and among the top “50 Natural Influencers” in health and nutrition to follow on Twitter (NewHope360 and Shape.com), Koff was also selected for the first list of Top 10 Registered Dietitians in the US by Today’s Dietitian.

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Episode 106: Inflammation, Autoimmune Disease, and Healing Your Body with Dr. Will Cole

Robert Whitfield MD — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 03:00:00 -0500

Today, Dr. Rob Whitfield speaks with Dr. Will Cole, a functional medicine expert, to discuss the intricate issues surrounding breast implant illness and chronic inflammatory conditions. Dr. Cole explores how inflammation, gut health, and nutrition play a role in chronic diseases and stresses the importance of getting enough protein and tackling autoimmune conditions. They also touch on the crucial role of mental and emotional health, sharing some practical tips for managing stress and making smart dietary choices. Tune in!

Connect with Dr. Cole

Website
Dr. Cole’s Books from his Website
Dr. Cole’s Supplements
Facebook
Social Media - @drwillcole

Show Highlights:

Gut Health and Inflammation Discussion (00:01:46)
Importance of gut health in relation to inflammation and chronic symptoms

Rising Autoimmune Conditions (00:13:07)
The increasing prevalence of autoimmune diseases and their complexities

Understanding Trauma's Impact (00:22:02)
Addressing unresolved trauma in patients undergoing explant surgery

Mind-Body Connection in Healing (00:32:49)
Emphasizing the need to heal the relationship with food and body for overall health

Elimination Diets Explained (00:33:49)
Elimination diets in identifying food sensitivities and healing the gut

Sleep and Recovery (00:36:02)
Prioritizing sleep and meal timing to enhance recovery and resilience

Simple Steps for Self-Care (00:39:03)
Self-care habits to improve personal health