Episode #147: Fats That Heal with Udo Erasmus

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the importance of fats that heal in supporting health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Udo Erasmus. The legendary Udo Erasmus is the co-founder of the Udo's Choice line, which can be found in Whole Foods and other health food stores worldwide. Udo designed the machinery for making oils with health in mind and pioneered flax oil, a billion-dollar industry. However, Udo walked a difficult path to become the man he is today. Being a child of war, Udo's life began with intense struggle. As an adult, he got pesticide poisoning in 1980, leaving doctors at a loss regarding treatment. Deciding to take his health into his own hands, Udo began researching, and his discoveries led him to a passion for finding the answers to life's big questions which would hopefully one day bring him and the world peace. Today, Udo is an acclaimed speaker and author of many books, including the best-selling "Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill" which has sold over 250,000 copies. He teaches at events hosted by Tony Robbins and Deepak Chopra, has keynoted an international brain health conference, and has traveled to over 30 countries to conduct thousands of live presentations, media interviews, and staff trainings impacting more than 25,000,000 lives with his message on oils, health, peace, nature, and human nature. Udo has an extensive education in biochemistry, genetics, biology, and nutrition, including a master's degree in counseling psychology. Key Takeaways: What are the symptoms of healing fat deficiency? What is the best ratio of omegas? Can some people have problems converting ALA and LA to EPA and DHA? Where does fish oil come from? Would Udo ever use fish oil How can one test for their fatty acid deficiencies? Does fat make us fat? What impact does olive oil have on health?] Can sunflower, sesame, and safflower oil be healthy? When might one want to consider Evening Primrose, Borage, or Black Currant Seed oil? How bad is canola oil? How important is it to have a focus on increasing fat assimilation? Can antioxidants help minimize the impact of oxidized fats Can fats help with detoxification? Are fats able to support the body against infections? Might fats minimize the potential of future neurodegenerative conditions like MS and Alzheimer's? Do fats play a role in hypercoagulation? Connect With My Guest: http://UdoErasmus.com Related Resources: Your Body Needs an Oil Change eBook Interview Date: June 8, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode147. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.