Dr. John Lewis, a physiologist with extensive experience in academic research at the University of Miami, shares his transition from academia to developing a dietary supplement business. He highlights the significant neglect of nutrition in favor of drug research and discusses his extensive studies on the health benefits of polysaccharides from aloe vera and rice bran. The research demonstrated improvements in cognitive function and immune responses in Alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis patients. Dr. Lewis emphasizes the importance of understanding the beneficial nuances of complex sugars versus simple sugars and the potential of polysaccharides to reduce inflammation and improve overall health. He advocates for the preventative use of nutrition and shares how practitioners can incorporate his supplement, Daily Brain Care, into their practice for various health benefits.
The Overlooked Power of Nutrition: Dr. John Lewis' Journey to Health and Wellness
In this episode of the Medical Entrepreneur Podcast, host Dr. Sewell talks with Dr. John Lewis, a former academic turned nutrition entrepreneur. Dr. Lewis shares his journey from being a physiologist at the University of Miami to developing a successful dietary supplement business. They discuss the often-neglected importance of nutrition in health and wellness, highlighting Dr. Lewis' groundbreaking research on polysaccharides from aloe vera and rice bran, and their significant impact on brain health, Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, and overall immune function. Learn how Dr. Lewis combines scientific credibility with ethical marketing to offer a holistic approach to health.
00:00 The Overlooked Power of Nutrition
00:33 Introducing Dr. John Lewis 01:04 The Entrepreneurial Side of Academia
02:07 Transitioning from Academia to Business
03:05 The Science Behind Polysaccharides
06:10 The Importance of Proper Nutrition
06:34 Challenges in Modern Nutrition
10:58 Understanding Polysaccharides
18:03 Breakthrough Research on Alzheimer's
19:31 Clinical Trials and Findings 29:00 Challenges in Academic Research
31:29 Exciting Results in MS Research
35:16 Implementing Nutritional Supplements in Practice
36:25 Addressing Cognitive Decline Post-Vaccination
37:05 Case Study: Recovery from Severe COVID-19 Complications
38:15 The Power of Polysaccharides in Healing
40:10 Daily Brain Care: A Comprehensive Solution
43:54 The Importance of Prevention in Health
46:18 Exploring the Science Behind Polysaccharides
49:44 Introducing Daily Brain Care Ingredients
55:33 How Practitioners Can Integrate Daily Brain Care
58:22 The Ethical Approach to Supplementation
01:03:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts