Aug 5, 2026
Episode 2836 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss coffee and nerve health, the Mediterranean diet, and the effects of sweeteners on gut health.
https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/08/coffee-and-nerve-health-episode-2836
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Coffee and Nerve Health
- Coffee study from Texas A&M shows the downstream effects of
coffee. (4:00)
- The study suggests that, besides the heart benefits, coffee may also have a positive effect on nerve health.
- They briefly discuss Brian Johnson’s experimentation for increasing longevity, and his recent diagnosis with autoimmune disease. (5:30)
- Olive oil, fish, and reducing refined carbohydrates increase two beneficial mitochondrial peptides. (17:00)
- The Mediterranean diet isn’t a diet; there is too much variation in Mediterranean regions to define it at all. (22:00)
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- Artificial sweeteners are bad for your gut. (38:00)
- Combined with additional things like antidepressants, it made gut diversity even worse.
- Vinnie explains why he tries to encourage people to go cold turkey away from sugar and sweeteners. (43:00)
- The use of a “crutch” may feel necessary, but sometimes it’s best to jump straight into the new habit.
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