The Dr. Hyman Show

How Chefs Can Be Doctors, and Doctors Can Be Chefs with David Bouley

Jul 10, 2019
Renowned chef David Bouley discusses the vital connection between food and health, emphasizing that food can be medicine. He shares his inspiring journey from farm to restaurant, blending culinary arts with nutritional science. The conversation touches on the remarkable benefits of ancient ingredients like kuzu and konjac for digestion and blood sugar stability. Bouley encourages listeners to embrace creative cooking for wellness and offers insights from his upcoming book, "Living Pantry," aimed at enriching home cooking with health-enhancing foods.
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INSIGHT

Kuzu's Power

  • Kuzu, a Japanese root, stabilizes blood sugar and is a great source of fiber.
  • Unlike other starches, it doesn't cause blood sugar spikes.
ANECDOTE

Lou Reed and Kuzu

  • Lou Reed, a diabetic, ate a kuzu-based dessert at Bouley's restaurant and his blood sugar remained stable.
  • This led to further research into kuzu's blood-sugar-stabilizing properties.
INSIGHT

Konyaku's Benefits

  • Konyaku, a mountain yam, has zero calories and high fiber content.
  • It can lower blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
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