Dr. James DiNicolantonio
Doctor of Pharmacy, cardiovascular research scientist, expert in evidence-based nutrition, and author.
All Topics discussed by Dr. James DiNicolantonio
Topics discussed by Dr. James DiNicolantonio in books and podcast appearances.
Fat
A dose of healthy fats is essential for a healthy diet! Fat is a type of nutrient found in many foods. Fat helps your body absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K. It also provides energy and makes food taste...
Keto Diet
Burn fat for fuel! The ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. Those following the keto diet consume high amounts of fat, moderate...
Supplements
Incorporate supplements into your diet! Supplements are products that are taken orally in the form of pills, capsules, powders, or liquids. They are designed to supplement the diet and...
Immune System
Boost your immune system! The immune system is the body's natural defense against infection and disease. It is made up of a variety of cells, proteins, and organs that work...
Immunological Health Issues
Protect and boost your immune system! The human body is constantly under attack from foreign invaders, such as viruses and bacteria. To protect itself, the body mounts an immune response,...
Inflammation
Don't inflame the situation! Inflammation is a natural process the body uses to heal itself. It is the immune system’s response to infection or injury. However, when...
Therapies
What therapy are you in the mood for? Therapies play an important role in pain management, recovery, and rejuvenation. Some common types of therapies used to treat pain include: Pain...
Fasting
What pattern of eating are you following? Fasting has been practiced throughout history for religious, spiritual, and health reasons. In recent years, fasting has become a popular weight loss...
Autophagy
Consumption of the body's own tissues as a metabolic process.. Autophagy is a fundamental process that occurs in all cells. It is responsible for the degradation and recycling of cellular components, such as...
Energy
Energy is the essence of life! Energy is what gives us the ability to be alive and do work. It is present in all living things and is essential for our survival. Our bodies need...
Longevity
I want to live forever! Longevity refers to the length of time a particular species can live and produce offspring. In humans, longevity is often measured by life...
Water
The only drink you need! Water is a very important resource for life. Without it, we would not be able to survive. Every day, we use water for many different purposes. We...
Tea
How strong do you like your tea? Tea is an aromatic beverage commonly prepared by pouring hot or boiling water over dried Camellia sinensis leaves and allowing them to steep for a...
Coffee
How do you like your coffee? Coffee is a brewed drink prepared from roasted coffee beans, which are the seeds of berries from the Coffee plant. The genus Coffea is native to...
mTOR
Every barrier is meant to be broken... mTOR is a protein that is responsible for cell growth, proliferation, and survival. When mTOR is activated, it signals the cell to start making new...
Protein
Have you had your daily allowance of protein? Protein is a macronutrient that is essential to the human diet. It is made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks of the body. Protein...
Salt
Salt of the earth! Salt is used as a seasoning in food, as a preservative, and for many other purposes. Salt is produced by the evaporation of seawater and rock salt...
Blood Pressure
Is your blood pressure in control? Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps out blood into the...
Heart Disease
Take care of your heart with kid gloves! Every year, about 610,000 people die from heart disease, making it the leading cause of death for both men and women in the US. Heart disease can...
Obesity
Make changes in your lifestyle and diet... Obesity has become a major health problem in the United States. More than two-thirds of adults and one-third of children are considered obese or...
Metabolic Syndrome
Lower your risk factors... Metabolic syndrome is a collection of risk factors that increase your chance of developing heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. The main risk factors...
Hormones
Balance your hormones, they are powerful! Hormones are molecules that are produced by the endocrine glands. These glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream, which carries the hormones to...
Thyroid
Keep your thyroid in check... The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland that is normally located in the lower front of the neck. The thyroid’s job is to make thyroid...
Muscle Building
Let the gains begin! There are many benefits to muscle building. Not only can it help to improve your overall health, but it can also help to increase your strength and...
Optimal Performance
Upgrade your performance through biohacks! There are a variety of ways to improve your performance, both mental and physical. Some people use supplements and special diets to boost their...
Resistance Training
Strength and growth come through continuous effort and struggle! Resistance training exercises can be any technique in which muscle contracts against some type of resistance. Common techniques for resistance...
Circadian Rhythm
Keep your body clock on track! Your body has an internal "clock" that controls many of your physiological processes. This internal clock is called the circadian rhythm, and it...
Recovery
Your body is a vessel. Let it rest, recover, recharge, and go forward with full power! Recovery is a process that allows the body to restore itself from strenuous activity or injury. In the context of exercise, it takes place both...