Nick Norwitz: What links the SAD diet & metabolic health? - #56

Nick Norwitz was diagnosed with osteoporosis in his late teens. Not long after, he developed gut problems and ulcerative colitis. At one point in his early 20's, he ended up in the ICU with a heart rate the same as his age.  Who would have thought that this young man used to be a healthy, active guy who ran three-hour marathons? While lying in ICU, he realized he had 3 options:  live a horrible life die figure things out for himself.  He chose to take responsibility for his own health. He experimented with lifestyle and dietary interventions. The Ketogenic diet improved his symptoms and his inflammatory markers dropped to their lowest level.  These effects sparked his interest in nutrition and metabolic health. He now pursues medical studies at Harvard Medical School and continues to advocate metabolic health.  In this episode, Nick talks about his journey to healing, being "metabolically woke," and how he wants science to be more accessible to people. Quick Guide: 04:08 From running sub-marathons to getting diagnosed with osteoporosis 11:39 Choosing ketogenic diet 13:18 Plant the seeds of metabolic health in the next generation of doctors 15:49 First encounter with the ketogenic diet 25:53 We continue with the narrative of the US Dietary Guidelines 27:28 The use of CGM excited people about nutrition and metabolic health 37:29 How ketogenic diet affects ulcerative colitis 49:00 Collaboration with non-scientists Get to know our guest: Nick Norwitz has a PhD from Oxford University and currently is a medical student at Harvard Medical School. He has published several scientific papers and co-authored a book on ketogenic diet called, “The New Mediterranean Diet Cookbook.” “The most unique aspect of my story is that it's not unique at all. I see this motif now everywhere where someone's desperate. They're a little hopeless. They try this, and it works. And then they become really passionate about it. And that's how the community builds.” - Nick Norwitz Connect with him: Twitter: @nicknorwitz YouTube: Nicholas Norwitz  Publications: The New Mediterranean Diet Cookbook on Amazon Metabolic Health Immersion for Medical Education: A Pilot Program with Continuous Glucose Monitors in Medical and Dental Students Episode snippets: 11:02 - 12:08 He could die tomorrow anyway so why not try the ketogenic diet 13:23 - 14:28 The most unique parts of my story are not unique at all 26:01 - 26:46 The majority of the population is the exception 32:34 - 33:09 They have become “metabolically woke” 40:24 -41:49 Following the dietary guidelines can still lead to a very westernized diet 50:25 - 51:13 The scientific process of being genuinely curious Send Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com WEBSITE: Stay Off My Kitchen Table Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table.  Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk. Ready to take control of your health?  Grab Dr. Ovadia’s brand new book Stay Off My Kitchen Table now!  This isn’t just another diet book; it reveals why it’s not just what you eat, but what your body actually absorbs that determines your health. If you’re struggling with low energy, stubborn weight, or feeling like “healthy eating” isn’t working… this book shows you exactly how to fix it. Learn how to reset your gut Eliminate hidden foods sabotaging your progress Unlock real energy, metabolism, and longevity Don’t wait until it’s too late. Take action today. Get your copy of Stay Off My Kitchen Table now. Learn More: Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts  Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Theme Song : Rage Against Written & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey (c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.