Brad Kearns: Disciplined Open-Mindedness, The Real Secrets Of Blue Zones, And Focusing On The Big Picture

A listener asked me about what I think about the resets…..fasting, keto, carbs, hormetic stressors, and vegan propaganda.. 

My knee-jerk reply was that we all need to step back and focus on the big picture. It's also important to never get frustrated, and to work hard to stay open minded and think critically instead of succumbing to the marketing hype and the controversy and confusion in the health game. 

It might be a great strategy to focus on self-experimentation. Be willing to experiment, measure results, and evaluate for future modification and refinement. I get into some of the Blue Zones talking points that can be described as propaganda and flat-out unsubstantiated (plant-based promotes longevity!), versus the most valuable takeaways for happiness and longevity (move more!)

If you hear anyone spouting maxims like this, turn and run screaming in the opposite direction: "A cup of beans a day could add two to three years to your life.” Here's an awesome Blue Zones insight: "They're driven by life's meaning and purpose. They’re investing in family, keeping their minds engaged and there’s no existential stress of being worthless in life like so many Americans."

Enjoy the show and check in with me at podcast@bradventures.com

TIMESTAMPS:

There is much controversy and confusion in the progressive health scene about how to pursue longevity. [00:48]

It takes a concerted effort to maintain our open-mindedness and our ability to think critically. [02:44]

Human life expectancy has fluctuated in the early years and now, with all the medical improvements, it has gone up, however, the USA is not rated very highly compared to other countries. [07:49]

When in doubt, do self-experimentation rather than relying on some information that is out there like the Blue Zone. The plant-based diet has been attacked by people in the know.  [12:05]

A good goal is you should have around one gram of protein per pound of your ideal body weight. [19:58]

What about fasting, time-restricted feeding and calories restriction in pursuit of longevity? [21:49]

Brad is pretty sure he does not want to take any prescription medication unless absolutely necessary.  He wants his body to work naturally. [27:08]

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