42: Thoughts Become Proteins | Solo Episode

Welcome back to the Holistic Savage Podcast! Today, I'm flying solo for a monologue episode where I unpack the wealth of knowledge gained over years of learning. Join me as I explore the concept that "thoughts become proteins," an often overlooked yet critical aspect of our health. From combining esoteric wisdom with hard science, to discussing health sovereignty, nutrition, fitness, and the impact of beliefs on well-being, we'll cover it all. Tune in as I navigate through topics such as SMART goal analysis, chronic illnesses like Lyme disease, and the importance of staying rooted in objectivity in health care. Don't miss these key takeaways for a more informed approach to your health journey! Topics Discussed: 02:50 - The backstory of Thoughts Become Proteins 05:51 - Combining the esoteric with hard science  08:09 - Challenging our thoughts and beliefs  12:55 - Nutrition fitness and lab testing  19:31 - The start of my career  24:16 - Health sovereignty & autonomy  26:43 - Taking a scientific and objective approach to the health coaching process  31:12 - Lack of objectivity  34:01 - Health of the average American 39:01 - Health goals & root “why” 48:06 - SMART goal analysis  51:58 - Health metrics and weight  57:16 - My theory on the human ego  01:07:20 - Mold illness 01:14:04 - Leptin and adiponectin 01:23:14 - Staying rooted in objectivity  01:25:01 - Complex chronic illness   01:27:45 - Chronic lyme disease  01:36:10 - Clear diagnostic criteria 01:41:19 - Placebo and nocebo  01:49:10 - Psychological preconditioning and perceived outcome 01:52:03 - Preconditioning and functional diagnoses  01:58:03 - Misinterpretation of the data  02:01:49 - Approaching healing scientifically  02:07:33 - False beliefs and creating your own illness  02:09:55 - Measurable objective elevations  02:14:25 - Cocreated problems between the patient and practitioner  02:15:55 - Key takeaways  Sponsored By: Genova Diagnostics Go to  https://connect.gdx.net/shop & use code HOLISTICSAVAGE for a special discount Berkeley Life For Self-Healers For Providers Microbiome Labs Check out Microbiome Labs Today DHA Laboratory Learn more about DHA Laboratory Check Out Brendan: Brendan’s Instagram: @the_holistic_savage Brendan Online - - - Send in a voice message: http://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holisticsavagepodcast/message Produced By: Drake Peterson Edited By: Mike Frey