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Regenerative Farming Practices Vying To Stop Food From Making Us Sick

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In our latest episode of The Heart of Innovation, Emmy Award-winning journalist Kym McNicholas and interventional cardiologist Dr. John Phillips dive deep into the transformative world of regenerative farming with two extraordinary guests.

Groundbreaking Nutrient Density Research:

Recent studies reveal the incredible potential of regenerative agriculture:

  • 21% More Nutrients: The Bionutrient Food Association found regeneratively-grown vegetables contain significantly more nutrients than USDA averages

  • Mineral Boost: Regenerative wheat shows:

    • 58% more selenium

    • 27% more zinc

  • Vitamin Power: Regenerative vegetables demonstrate:

    • 22% more iron

    • 19% more vitamin C

Why Regenerative Farming Matters:

Conventional industrial agriculture has led to:

  • Declining soil health

  • Reduced nutrient density in crops

  • Increased nutrient deficiencies in communities

Regenerative Agriculture Offers:

  • Improved soil microbiome

  • Enhanced crop nutrient profiles

  • Increased food security

  • Reduced environmental impact

Special Guests: • Richard Lackey, World Food Bank Chairman • Joni Kindwall-Moore, Snacktivist Foods CEO

Political Landscape: With RFK Jr. potentially leading Health & Human Services and championing regenerative agriculture, we explore how this approach could revolutionize our food system.

Key Discussion Points:

  • What is regenerative farming?

  • How does it differ from modern agricultural practices?

  • Potential impact on nutrient density and public health

  • Economic and environmental benefits

The Science Behind the Transformation: Regenerative practices like cover cropping, reduced tillage, and diverse crop rotations create:

  • Healthier soil microbiomes

  • More resilient ecosystems

  • Nutrient-rich food systems

Emerging Research Insight: Regenerative agriculture isn’t just about sustainability—it’s about creating a holistic approach to food production that benefits:

  • Soil health

  • Plant nutrition

  • Human wellness

  • Environmental sustainability

Tune in to discover how regenerative farming is set to transform our understanding of food, nutrition, and ecological balance!

#RegenerativeFarming #FutureOfFood #Nutrition #HealthyEating #SustainableAgriculture #peripheralarterydisease #cardiovasculardisease #heartdisease #paddiet #hearthealth

  continue reading

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Manage episode 464307017 series 1374780
Content provided by Kym McNicholas. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Kym McNicholas or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In our latest episode of The Heart of Innovation, Emmy Award-winning journalist Kym McNicholas and interventional cardiologist Dr. John Phillips dive deep into the transformative world of regenerative farming with two extraordinary guests.

Groundbreaking Nutrient Density Research:

Recent studies reveal the incredible potential of regenerative agriculture:

  • 21% More Nutrients: The Bionutrient Food Association found regeneratively-grown vegetables contain significantly more nutrients than USDA averages

  • Mineral Boost: Regenerative wheat shows:

    • 58% more selenium

    • 27% more zinc

  • Vitamin Power: Regenerative vegetables demonstrate:

    • 22% more iron

    • 19% more vitamin C

Why Regenerative Farming Matters:

Conventional industrial agriculture has led to:

  • Declining soil health

  • Reduced nutrient density in crops

  • Increased nutrient deficiencies in communities

Regenerative Agriculture Offers:

  • Improved soil microbiome

  • Enhanced crop nutrient profiles

  • Increased food security

  • Reduced environmental impact

Special Guests: • Richard Lackey, World Food Bank Chairman • Joni Kindwall-Moore, Snacktivist Foods CEO

Political Landscape: With RFK Jr. potentially leading Health & Human Services and championing regenerative agriculture, we explore how this approach could revolutionize our food system.

Key Discussion Points:

  • What is regenerative farming?

  • How does it differ from modern agricultural practices?

  • Potential impact on nutrient density and public health

  • Economic and environmental benefits

The Science Behind the Transformation: Regenerative practices like cover cropping, reduced tillage, and diverse crop rotations create:

  • Healthier soil microbiomes

  • More resilient ecosystems

  • Nutrient-rich food systems

Emerging Research Insight: Regenerative agriculture isn’t just about sustainability—it’s about creating a holistic approach to food production that benefits:

  • Soil health

  • Plant nutrition

  • Human wellness

  • Environmental sustainability

Tune in to discover how regenerative farming is set to transform our understanding of food, nutrition, and ecological balance!

#RegenerativeFarming #FutureOfFood #Nutrition #HealthyEating #SustainableAgriculture #peripheralarterydisease #cardiovasculardisease #heartdisease #paddiet #hearthealth

  continue reading

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