The Olive Oil Myth EXPOSED | Dr. Peter Rogers Q&A

We just posted our full Q&A session with Dr. Peter Rogers, MD, and it's packed with straight talk you won’t hear from most plant-based doctors—or mainstream media.

Dr. Rogers takes on some of the biggest myths in nutrition and answers YOUR questions, covering everything from dementia prevention to what actually causes autoimmune disease. No fluff, no industry spin—just evidence-based, results-driven insight.

🔍 In this video, you’ll learn:
Why olive oil is not a health food—and what the real research shows

What foods to eat (and avoid) to prevent dementia and autoimmunity

Why most supplements are a waste—and a few that might be worth it

Why fruit sugar isn’t always your friend

The surprising truth about flax, chia, and “healthy” fats

Whether endurance athletes should add electrolytes—and how

The role of protein in aging, cancer, and chronic disease

And much more…

Peter goes deep, citing research and sharing practical strategies you can use to stay healthy, strong, and sharp—without being fooled by fads or food industry science.

Contents and Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & the Olive Oil Myth
7:40 – Can a WFPB diet help POTS or EDS?
11:05 – Best vegan foods to prevent dementia
17:45 – Fruit vs starch for weight loss
20:20 – Should you take supplements beyond B12?
24:15 – How much salt is too much? McDougall’s view
29:30 – Should we worry about fat absorption from salads?
33:20 – High cholesterol on a strict diet—should you take a statin?
36:10 – Is high protein linked to faster aging and cancer?
40:10 – The truth about flax seeds and omega-3 hype
45:00 – Strange case of needing massive B1—Peter’s take
48:00 – Palmitic acid levels on high-carb vegan diet?
51:00 – Why Peter chose radiology and later focused on nutrition
54:40 – Hydration, electrolytes, and endurance sports as a vegan
58:20 – How to manage erosive osteoarthritis naturally
1:01:10 – HPV and immune system support
1:04:00 – Is water fasting better than just a calorie deficit?
1:06:45 – One cup of beans a day—too much protein?
1:08:10 – Ideal vitamin D levels and why sunshine beats supplements
1:12:15 – Adding sugar for performance—good or dangerous?
1:15:40 – Creatine and kidney risks
1:17:35 – The real cause of multiple sclerosis
1:21:10 – Plant-based fats: Can they still be harmful?
1:25:40 – Brooke Goldner, chia, flax, and the omega-3 claim
1:30:20 – Restless leg syndrome tips and magnesium explained
1:33:00 – Intermittent fasting & blood pressure after 70
1:37:45 – Is low sodium dangerous on a clean diet?
1:40:00 – Chronic kidney disease: How to lower weight & protect kidneys


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