#Jesse Chappus

[severeprincesheep]

"Perhaps because gastroenterology, immunology, toxicology, and the nutrition and agricultural sciences are outside of their competence and responsibility, psychologists and psychiatrists typically fail to appreciate the impact that food can have on their patients’ condition. Here we attempt to help correct this situation by reviewing, in non-technical, plain English, how cereal grains—the world’s most abundant food source—can affect human behavior and mental health. We present the implications for the psychological sciences of the findings that, in all of us, bread (1) makes the gut more permeable and can thus encourage the migration of food particles to sites where they are not expected, prompting the immune system to attack both these particles and brain-relevant substances that resemble them, and (2) releases opioid-like compounds, capable of causing mental derangement if they make it to the brain. A grain-free diet, although difficult to maintain (especially for those that need it the most), could improve the mental health of many and be a complete cure for others.

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The manufacture of exorphins is incredibly efficient. The nutritionally insignificant intake of 1 g of casein (about two tablespoons of cow milk), for example, produces opioids in large enough amounts to exert physiological effects (Meisel and FitzGerald, 2000). This is remarkable in view of the facts that (a) the opioids from gluten are stronger than those from casein (Zioudrou et al., 1979), and (b) the daily average consumption of gluten in Europe is 10–20 g, with many people exceeding 50 g (Sapone et al., 2012). In the brain of rats, the opioids from casein have been shown to be 10 times more potent than morphine (Herrera-Marschitz et al., 1989). If all exorphins released in the gut made it to the brain, it is hard to see how we could keep functioning."

Busting the MYTHS About Iodine, Cholesterol & Fasting | Dr. Elizabeth Bright

"A couple of years ago I read a book called "Devil in the Milk" by an Australian (Keith Woodford) who was explaining A2 milk versus A1 milk (1). There is absolutely an issue with dairy because of the casomorphin content: two tablespoons of A1 cow milk is equal to a shot of heroin in an opiate sense. So the inflammation that a casomorphin that a casomorphin can give your body (two tablespoons of milk) is equal to a shot of heroin. I mean, he literally writes this. So the whiter the milk, the fresher the milk, what you have is a lot of (or dairy, kaffir or yogurt, whatever, goat cheese) you have a lot of protein. If you have aged cheese the fermentation process eats the protein and the lactose, this isn't really an issue it's more the proteins, the proteins are inflammatory.

So if you're not well, if you have an autoimmune condition, your immune system is overreactive, it's going to see a protein like gluten, or dairy, or casomorphin, it's going to see that as a pathogen, it will react. How does it react? Again, it could be any way but it will react to that protein thinking it's a virus.

So if you're, as you said depending upon where you are on your health journey, if you still have pain, if you still have arthritis, if you still have eczema, if you still have psoriasis… I would take out dairy. And in some cases I'll even say to try to stop butter for a week or so. And I've had a couple who've had a really good result from that. And then they heal and then they can add in the butter."

(1) A1 milk, which is the most commonly used milk and is abundantly available, is obtained from cows of Western origin like Holstein, Jersey etc. and yields a large quantity of milk. The A2 milk is the milk obtained by the cows of Indian origin like Gir, Sahiwal etc.

[curryhealthcenter]

5 PODCAST RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BETTER HEALTH

Health Nut writer: Denae Duren

Health Nut photo: Denae Duren

Happy Spring Break, UM!

Now that we have a minute to relax, you may be spending spring break at home, away, on a road trip, a day trip, or anything in between. Regardless, podcasts are a fun way to pass the time if you’re doing something mindless like driving, walking, cooking, cleaning, etc.

According to Podcast Insights, in 2019 over 30% of the U.S. population listened to podcasts monthly. That is 98.2 MILLION people! Podcasts are a wonderful way to gain more information about a specific topic, or just listen to something enjoyable that you’re passionate about. With some (hopefully) extra time on your hands this week, I wanted to recommend a few of my favorite shows to you!

1. Happier and Healthier by Maria Marlowe: Maria is high key one of my greatest role models. She is a Health Behavior Coach living in New York City, and her speciality is helping individuals break unhealthy habits like eating too much sugar, late night eating, endless snacking, etc. Her podcast is intriguing because she features special guests that address “the confusing world of health, nutrition, wellness, relationships, and life in general to help you master your mind, body and spirit so that no matter what life throws out you, you can move towards health and happiness.” The show is honest, informative, and entertaining.

2. This Podcast Will Kill You: In lieu of the progression of COVID19, this podcast in particular can keep you educated on various illnesses and diseases. The Erins - both hosts named Erin - are grad students studying disease ecology. They present a new medical mystery each week like dengue, toxoplasmosis, syphilis, hookworms, and just about anything and everything else. They provide education and facts for the medical mystery and talk about cases that have occured as well as ways in which you can protect yourself. A great way to get all the facts before getting panicked.

3. Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris: Dan Harris is widely known for the panic attack he had on live television in 2004 while he was a news anchor for Good Morning America. These days, his passion is educating others on how they can be more mindful and, overall, “ten percent happier.” He does so by hosting experts to talk about topics like meditation, sleep, habits, stress, and so much more! This show is motivational, and will have you exploring how you too can strive each day to be ten percent happier.

4. The Ultimate Health Podcast: The purpose of this show is to “inspire you to reach your maximum potential in the realm of health.” The hosts, Jesse Chappus and Marni Wasserman, interview various health experts on topics about general lifestyle improvement methods. With episodes about managing inflammation, loving yourself, the brain, non-toxic household products, and more, this show offers an easy way to learn how to increase your quality of life and be healthier as a result.

5. Heal Thy Self: This is the show that made me fall in love with podcasts. Dr Christian Gonzalez is an expert in breast cancer and environmental medicine. His podcast has a unique format: First, a “knowledge bomb” about the topic (dairy-free milks, sound healing, collagen, magnesium, etc.). Then, a product review on a food or lifestyle item that is related to the topic, and finally, a special guest who’s an expert on the topic. This format makes for an incredibly informative show. If you’re someone who loves to try new things, you’ll have lots of options for replacing things in your home that may not be serving your health. 10/10!

All of the shows I’ve recommended can be accessed on Apple Podcasts/iTunes and Spotify.

Of course, there are many more health and wellness podcasts out there, but these are a few of my favorites that I think you’ll love too. Each one is unique and provides new perspectives and knowledge on things you may have been wanting to learn more about, or maybe things you’ve never heard of before!

Stay informed and have a great spring break, UM!

[eclectichealth]

Health experts, Dr. Jesse Chappus and Marni Wasserman will inspire you to reach your maximum potential. They discuss various natural health topics including plant-based living, nutrition, superfoods, fitness, meditation and spirituality. Many of the shows will feature guest interviews with experts in the health and wellness community. They take your health to the next level! Learn more at: http://ultimatehealthpodcast.com Contact us at: contact@ultimatehealthpodcast.com

[severeprincesheep]

Professor Keith Woodford - FAB Conference, 21 March 2014, London

The health implications of A1 beta –casein relative to A2 beta-casein are controversial. At times the scientific debate can become clouded by the reality that milk is a commercial product. Conversion of all herds so as to replace A1 beta-casein with A2 beta-casein over one to two cow generations (4 – 12 years) is technically straight forward. Accordingly, the beta-casein issue can be presented as either a threat to, or an opportunity for, the mainstream industry, with elements of each perspective being valid.

Exogenous opioid substances are called exorphins, as opposed to endorphins. Exorphins include opioid food peptides, such as gluten exorphin and opioid food peptides, and are often contained in cereals and animal milk. Exorphins mimic the actions of endorphins by binding to and activating opioid receptors in the brain.

Endorphins help relieve pain, reduce stress and improve your sense of well-being. Endorphins are created in your pituitary gland and hypothalamus, both located in the brain. Endorphins are a type of neurotransmitter, or messenger in your body.

"Perhaps because gastroenterology, immunology, toxicology, and the nutrition and agricultural sciences are outside of their competence and responsibility, psychologists and psychiatrists typically fail to appreciate the impact that food can have on their patients’ condition. Here we attempt to help correct this situation by reviewing, in non-technical, plain English, how cereal grains—the world’s most abundant food source—can affect human behavior and mental health. We present the implications for the psychological sciences of the findings that, in all of us, bread (1) makes the gut more permeable and can thus encourage the migration of food particles to sites where they are not expected, prompting the immune system to attack both these particles and brain-relevant substances that resemble them, and (2) releases opioid-like compounds, capable of causing mental derangement if they make it to the brain. A grain-free diet, although difficult to maintain (especially for those that need it the most), could improve the mental health of many and be a complete cure for others.

(...)

The manufacture of exorphins is incredibly efficient. The nutritionally insignificant intake of 1 g of casein (about two tablespoons of cow milk), for example, produces opioids in large enough amounts to exert physiological effects (Meisel and FitzGerald, 2000). This is remarkable in view of the facts that (a) the opioids from gluten are stronger than those from casein (Zioudrou et al., 1979), and (b) the daily average consumption of gluten in Europe is 10–20 g, with many people exceeding 50 g (Sapone et al., 2012). In the brain of rats, the opioids from casein have been shown to be 10 times more potent than morphine (Herrera-Marschitz et al., 1989). If all exorphins released in the gut made it to the brain, it is hard to see how we could keep functioning."

Busting the MYTHS About Iodine, Cholesterol & Fasting | Dr. Elizabeth Bright

"A couple of years ago I read a book called "Devil in the Milk" by an Australian (Keith Woodford) who was explaining A2 milk versus A1 milk (1). There is absolutely an issue with dairy because of the casomorphin content: two tablespoons of A1 cow milk is equal to a shot of heroin in an opiate sense. So the inflammation that a casomorphin that a casomorphin can give your body (two tablespoons of milk) is equal to a shot of heroin. I mean, he literally writes this. So the whiter the milk, the fresher the milk, what you have is a lot of (or dairy, kaffir or yogurt, whatever, goat cheese) you have a lot of protein. If you have aged cheese the fermentation process eats the protein and the lactose, this isn't really an issue it's more the proteins, the proteins are inflammatory.

So if you're not well, if you have an autoimmune condition, your immune system is overreactive, it's going to see a protein like gluten, or dairy, or casomorphin, it's going to see that as a pathogen, it will react. How does it react? Again, it could be any way but it will react to that protein thinking it's a virus.

So if you're, as you said depending upon where you are on your health journey, if you still have pain, if you still have arthritis, if you still have eczema, if you still have psoriasis… I would take out dairy. And in some cases I'll even say to try to stop butter for a week or so. And I've had a couple who've had a really good result from that. And then they heal and then they can add in the butter."

(1) A1 milk, which is the most commonly used milk and is abundantly available, is obtained from cows of Western origin like Holstein, Jersey etc. and yields a large quantity of milk. The A2 milk is the milk obtained by the cows of Indian origin like Gir, Sahiwal etc.