In this episode of the Boss Body Podcast, host Dr. Tim Jackson interviews Dr. Jenny Powers, author of “On the Origin of Being.” They discuss the evolutionary mismatch hypothesis, which examines how modern lifestyles diverge from our evolutionary roots as hunter-gatherers. Key topics include the impact of modern technology on health, the importance of circadian rhythms, and the need for lifestyle changes to enhance quality of life. Jenny shares her journey from academia to writing, emphasizing the significance of understanding our evolutionary background to address contemporary health issues. They also explore nutrition, supplements, and the role of community in well-being.

Episode highlights:

• Evolutionary mismatch hypothesis and its implications for modern health.
• The impact of modern lifestyles on health compared to hunter-gatherer lifestyles.
• Importance of circadian rhythms and their disruption by modern technology.
• The role of nutrition and the pitfalls of contemporary dietary practices.
• Environmental toxins and their cumulative effects on health.
• The significance of social connections and community for well-being.
• The health benefits of spending time in nature and restoring that relationship.
• Challenges posed by modern agriculture and its effects on nutrition and health.
• The importance of mindfulness and present living in relation to evolutionary biology.
• The need for a holistic approach to health that considers interconnectedness of various factors.

Connect with guest:

Jenny Powers is a mom, a writer, a scientist, and an athlete from Colorado. Jenny’s PhD is in Immunology, but she left academia to raise her two kids and to pursue a writing career. Prior to working on her collaboration with her co-author Luke Comer, she’d only ever written scientific journal articles and middle grade novels. The opportunity from Luke to research and write “On the Origin of Being”, which allowed her scientific training and passion for writing to come together in so many ways, felt like kismet. She learned so much about her own health and wellness on the journey of writing this book and continues to learn more every day with the connections she has made as the book heads out into the world.

Website: www.ontheoriginofbeing.com

Facebook: @ontheoriginofbeing

Instagram: @ontheoriginofbeing

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-powers-terry-b8a5a658

Episode Transcript

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https://healyourbody.org/episode93

All the best,

Dr. Tim Jackson