#275 - What labs for micronutrient levels tell you about your health | Dr. Joel Fuhrman & Mike Haney

Proper nutrition supports healthy aging and longevity—that much is clear. But nutritional advice online can be confusing, so what does the science say about healthy eating? It’s less about your macronutrients—protein, fat, and carbohydrates—and more about your micronutrients, which are vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds. Dr. Joel Fuhrman and Mike Haney discuss micronutrient testing, supplements, plant-based diets, and what to eat to stave of disease, reverse disease processes, and live a longer, healthier life. Get a Free Guide to Understanding Your Lab Results: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Joel Fuhrman, MD, & Mike Haney discuss: (06:59) — Using food as medicine (15:00) —Gaining a better understanding of how to use nutrition for longevity (18:45) — Why we must look at nutrition science comprehensively (23:26) — The benefits of a plant-based diet (25:56) — The importance of micronutrients (32:31) — The role of healthy fats (37:44) — Micronutrient testing can help guide decisions about diet and any needed supplements (40:33) — Vitamin D from sunshine takes time to penetrate (43:18) — Focus on the GBOMBS to up your micronutrient intake and support longevity (57:41) — Finding a doctor who is certified in lifestyle medicine (59:06) — Changing your health through diet takes time ⁠⁠ Transcripts & Show Notes⁠⁠ 🔗 Helpful links: Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/jWk55UxvX34⁠ Find us on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠