What You Don't Know About Trans Fatty Acids and Depression
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Published 2022-01-26
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All Comments (21)
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0:56 great video as always, thanks - I'm just really confused about the origin of coconut oil now 😅
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Free radicals cause cell oxidation. Oxidation is the body’s rusting process -that’s such a great way of explaining it. Thanks for this video!
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High corn consumption also correlates with less brain serotonin. There were population studies in the 1970s that correlated higher corn consumption with higher levels of violent crime — but correlation is not causation. (These studies also had racist/xenophobic undertones in an era that searched for pathological explanations to inequality caused by policy choices). Anecdotally, I correlate qualitative improvement in my migraines and depression with reduced corn intake.
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Hello, Dr. Marks. I am a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified diabetes educator and am a big fan of your work. You did an outstanding job on this topic. I have been trying to educate physicians and the public about trans fats since the 1980's when much of this information was in its infancy. The Mediterranean diet, which I think has the best evidence for being a great way to eat, is also a great way to minimize trans fats. For those new to the diet, I found America's Test Kitchen cookbooks on the Mediterranean diet to be a great resource. They now have two standard recipe books and a third for Instant Pot. Keep up your most excellent work!
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In Spain we pour olive oil over our toasts and tastes amazing!! (not as much as in the video though). You can try it with salt or sugar on top to taste :) Awesome and superuseful video!! I really enjoy how scientifically oriented all your videos are. Thanks a lot ^^
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This was such a great video. You explained this in a simple and understandable way. I've never really understood why transfats and partially hydronated oil was so "bad". Most doctors will simply say it clogs arteries. And in a sense that's true. I also like how you referred to oxidized as the body's rusting process. Thank you for some really good information!
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I am old so I watched this whole controversy of “good” and “bad” fats unfold. I never understood it properly until this video. Dr. Marks connects all the snatches of information so I can understand the history, and what I can eat safely for my mental health. I had to watch parts of the video twice, and turned on subtitles so I can really learn it.
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I had no idea these foods could cause or exacerbate depression and anxiety. I have dealt with mental health issues for 20 years and knew to avoid “bad” foods but not the impact they could have on your mental health!
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What a great video! This was so informative and comprehensive, from discussing the basic chemistry, to recommended dietary intakes, to federal regulations/their implications. Each time I had a question pop up, you would answer it. Thanks for sharing!
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I been working on refining my whole foods plant-based diet. Far from perfect I am with it, after a time it is now easy to not eat animal products, the whole food's part is more difficult as refined grains and sugar are in so many things and, as you pointed out, so are oils. I enjoy your videos and not just because you are absolutely beautiful to look at and hear talk, but for content. Your awesome.
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Fantastic, Dr. Marks. Better than my organic chemistry classes. Thank you.
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I appreciate you & this content is impeccable!!! Thank you so much for filling in all the gaps that are missing in mental health and providing this info for free!!! Will gladly watch all your ads :) it's beyond evident that you put a lot into the making of these videos 💓
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Wow! I'm glad she didn't want to "complicate" things! But it's easy to understand why she's got 'Dr.' in front of her name. She knows a lot of stuff!
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Thanks for your research, Dr. Tracy Marks! These videos on gut health have given me new info & direction.
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I am so grateful I found your channel! I just finished grad school and and working towards becoming a licensed mental health counselor. We did not discuss the effects of diet on mental health in any of my classes. I can't believe CACREP didn't require this. Thank you!
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Dr...I was looking for a video that properly explained trans fats and the other forms of oils. This is the best video I've ever seen on it and it answers so many questions. I originally came here to congratulate you on the 1mil subs but after watching this I just have to say thank you so much. May you thrive in your good endeavors
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I recently found your channel and you're a great educator. I surely wouldn't mind having you as one of college educators lol
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Thanks for using simple examples. That's why I follow you and also refer your channel to the young adults in my church. you save me a bundle of time trying to gather all the various resources in person and print; your channel is the best!! They actually get it!
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I’m just recently finding your channel, and I’m so glad! All of your videos are so on point. I see why you’ll be celebrating 1 million subs soon! We all need this knowledge ❤️❤️❤️
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Thank you very much Dr. Tracey! You’ve been a great blessing to me since I subscribed to your channel several weeks ago. You’ve put in a lot of work and time to add value to people around the world including me by creating a health awareness contents. We really appreciate you. Stay safe and blessed.
