Limitless Healing with Colette Brown

121. Dr. Joel Wussow - Personalized Healthcare and Understanding the Critical Impact Sugar Has On Mortality

February 19, 2024 Season 1 Episode 121
121. Dr. Joel Wussow - Personalized Healthcare and Understanding the Critical Impact Sugar Has On Mortality
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Limitless Healing with Colette Brown
121. Dr. Joel Wussow - Personalized Healthcare and Understanding the Critical Impact Sugar Has On Mortality
Feb 19, 2024 Season 1 Episode 121

On today's episode Colette hosts Dr. Joel Wussow and they dive into the transformative world of personalized health.

In a world overflowing with generic health advice, Joel brings a breath of fresh air with his concierge longevity medical practice, offering a deeply customized approach to preventative medicine. From discussing the power of taking a post-meal walk to the intricacies of blood sugar management, Joel is here to remind us that our most precious resource is time, and how we live each day greatly influences our health in the future.

In this episode, Dr. Wussow and Colette explore the biological dance of insulin regulation, the impact of muscle absorption on sugar levels, and the role of gut microbiota in controlling sugar's journey throughout our body. 

Get ready to learn how to fine-tune your health and truly understand the negative impact that sugar can have on our well being. 

Episode Highlights:

02:42 Joel's childhood and trajectory to the medical field

04:56 Chose emergency medicine to address chronic diseases

07:16 Chronic disease burden leads to steady decline

10:55 High sugar content in breakfast foods discussed

14:15 Maintain stable blood sugar levels for health

19:38 Akkermansia improves sugar absorption, impact of exercise

22:40 Dexcom app monitors blood sugar in real-time

24:18 Limit carbs, have protein and fat instead

29:46 Glycogen utilization inhibits glucose spikes, sleep crucial

33:31 Insulin controls blood sugar; excess becomes fat

36:23 Liver fat disrupts sugar regulation, causing inflammation

40:20 Be tactical in your approach to living

42:04 Time is our only finite resource. Plan and invest for the future

Connect with Dr. Joel Wussow:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.longevitymd/

Website: https://healthspanbydesign.co

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.longevitymd

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553058076046&mibextid=LQQJ4d

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrLongevityMD

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlongevity/



Professional Summary

Joel R. Wussow, MD, is an accomplished Emergency Physician with extensive experience in various high-pressure medical environments. Demonstrating a robust track record in both clinical and administrative capacities, Dr. Wussow has proven adept at delivering excellent patient care and contributing to the advancement of medical practices. His career is marked by positions in prestigious hospitals across the United States, reflecting a deep commitment to medical excellence. Dr. Wussow is ABEM certified and completed his emergency medicine training at New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia and Cornell, further solidifying his expertise in the field of emergency medicine.

In December 2023, Dr. Wussow took on an entrepreneurial role as the Founder & CEO of Healthspan by Design. In this capacity, he has successfully spearheaded the launch of a pioneering health and wellness company. The organization is dedicated to enhancing cognitive, physical, and emotional well-being through innovative programs. His strategic vision has been instrumental in securing partnerships and developing health optimization strategies tailored to individual needs.


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Connect with Colette:

Instagram: @wellnessbycolette

Website: Wellness by Colette

Thank you for listening to the Limitless Healing podcast with Colette Brown! It would mean the world if you would take one minute to follow, leave a 5 star review and share with those you love!

In Health,
Colette

Show Notes

On today's episode Colette hosts Dr. Joel Wussow and they dive into the transformative world of personalized health.

In a world overflowing with generic health advice, Joel brings a breath of fresh air with his concierge longevity medical practice, offering a deeply customized approach to preventative medicine. From discussing the power of taking a post-meal walk to the intricacies of blood sugar management, Joel is here to remind us that our most precious resource is time, and how we live each day greatly influences our health in the future.

In this episode, Dr. Wussow and Colette explore the biological dance of insulin regulation, the impact of muscle absorption on sugar levels, and the role of gut microbiota in controlling sugar's journey throughout our body. 

Get ready to learn how to fine-tune your health and truly understand the negative impact that sugar can have on our well being. 

Episode Highlights:

02:42 Joel's childhood and trajectory to the medical field

04:56 Chose emergency medicine to address chronic diseases

07:16 Chronic disease burden leads to steady decline

10:55 High sugar content in breakfast foods discussed

14:15 Maintain stable blood sugar levels for health

19:38 Akkermansia improves sugar absorption, impact of exercise

22:40 Dexcom app monitors blood sugar in real-time

24:18 Limit carbs, have protein and fat instead

29:46 Glycogen utilization inhibits glucose spikes, sleep crucial

33:31 Insulin controls blood sugar; excess becomes fat

36:23 Liver fat disrupts sugar regulation, causing inflammation

40:20 Be tactical in your approach to living

42:04 Time is our only finite resource. Plan and invest for the future

Connect with Dr. Joel Wussow:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.longevitymd/

Website: https://healthspanbydesign.co

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.longevitymd

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553058076046&mibextid=LQQJ4d

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrLongevityMD

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlongevity/



Professional Summary

Joel R. Wussow, MD, is an accomplished Emergency Physician with extensive experience in various high-pressure medical environments. Demonstrating a robust track record in both clinical and administrative capacities, Dr. Wussow has proven adept at delivering excellent patient care and contributing to the advancement of medical practices. His career is marked by positions in prestigious hospitals across the United States, reflecting a deep commitment to medical excellence. Dr. Wussow is ABEM certified and completed his emergency medicine training at New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia and Cornell, further solidifying his expertise in the field of emergency medicine.

In December 2023, Dr. Wussow took on an entrepreneurial role as the Founder & CEO of Healthspan by Design. In this capacity, he has successfully spearheaded the launch of a pioneering health and wellness company. The organization is dedicated to enhancing cognitive, physical, and emotional well-being through innovative programs. His strategic vision has been instrumental in securing partnerships and developing health optimization strategies tailored to individual needs.


______________________________________

Connect with Colette:

Instagram: @wellnessbycolette

Website: Wellness by Colette

Thank you for listening to the Limitless Healing podcast with Colette Brown! It would mean the world if you would take one minute to follow, leave a 5 star review and share with those you love!

In Health,
Colette