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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 49 MIN

Heal It With The Right Nutrition | John Lewis & Ken D Foster | #HealIt S6EP8

from Heal It · host Ken D Foster

In this episode, Dr. John E. Lewis—renowned nutrition scientist, entrepreneur, and founder of Dr Lewis Nutrition®—shares the groundbreaking insights that have shaped his decades‑long career at the intersection of research, wellness, and human performance. A former full‑time Associate Professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Dr. Lewis has led more than 30 clinical studies, secured over $23 million in research funding, and published more than 180 peer‑reviewed papers exploring how nutrition, supplementation, and exercise influence health and disease.He opens up about his path from academia to entrepreneurship, the science behind polysaccharides, and why these powerful compounds remain overlooked despite their profound impact on cellular health. Dr. Lewis also breaks down common nutrition myths, how to evaluate supplements wisely, and the daily practices he relies on to optimize his own well‑being. This conversation offers a rare blend of scientific rigor, practical guidance, and empowering insights for anyone seeking to take control of their health.Show Benefits: ~ Understand the science behind polysaccharides and why they’re emerging as a powerful tool for improving human health.~ Learn how to evaluate dietary supplements with a critical, research‑informed lens.~ Gain clarity on common nutrition myths and how to make evidence‑based choices.~ Hear Dr. Lewis’s personal journey from academia to entrepreneurship and what it reveals about the future of wellness.~ Take away practical daily habits and nutrition strategies to support long‑term health optimization.John E. Lewis, Ph.D. is the Founder and President of Dr LewisNutrition® and past full-time Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and now Voluntary Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is also a Diplomate, Faculty Member, and Advisor of the Medical Wellness Association. He has been the principal investigator of over 30 different studies in his research career. During that time, he either directly raised or indirectly supported raising over $23 million in grants, gifts, and contracts for research studies and clinical trials and educational programs for medical students. Much of his research has focused on evaluating the effects of nutrition, dietary supplementation, and exercise on various aspects of human health and disease.In addition to his research, Dr. Lewis has been an invited national and international lecturer at conferences and workshops and as a guest on television shows and podcasts, where he discusses the findings of his research and provides guidance and recommendations as an expert in the field of health and wellness. He has over 180 peer-reviewed publications in some of the world’s leading scientific journals.Website:https://drlewisnutrition.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailybraincareInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlewisnutritionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085418756619YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drlewisnutritionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnelewisphd___________________________Find more about Ken D Foster and his shows:YouTube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkE360tv: https://e360tv.com/networks/tv-shows/courage-networkDiscovered TV: https://discovered.tv/VoicesofCourageLinktree: https://linktr.ee/KendfosterVoices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #HealItS6EP8 #VoicesOfCourage #TheCourageNetwork #KenDFoster #JohnELewis #DrLewisNutrition #NutritionScience #FunctionalNutrition #EvidenceBasedNutrition #DietarySupplements #Polysaccharides #CellularHealth #WellnessOptimization #HealthPodcast #IntegrativeHealth #FoodAsMedicine #SupplementEducation #HumanPerformance #LongevityHealth

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