Week 9: A Doctor's 52 Week Journey to an Unprocessed Life
- laartzy
- Apr 27
- 2 min read
Week 9: A Doctor’s 52 Week Journey to an Unprocessed Life
Week 9 Summary: Dr. Brent Laartz's Unprocessed Journey – Paris Travel Edition
Summary by Speaker
Dr. Brent Laartz
Travel Edition (Paris/France): Week 9 update; praises French culture, food (organic markets, berries, strawberries, chocolate), architecture; notes smoking culture among youth.
5 Pillars Challenges/Adaptations:
- Diet: Mostly vegan (3-5 days/week), antioxidants (berries, dark chocolate), local produce; avoids fake meats/cheeses; plans crepes/hot chocolate (dairy-free); less alcohol, zero-alc options.
- Movement: High activity (25k steps/12 miles walking, 4-mile run); preps with prior training to avoid injury; prefers walkable areas, run clubs, hiking; avoids Ubers.
- Sleep: Jet lag prep (dark room, morning light, advance clock, avoid caffeine/plane sleep); cooler room, weighted blanket.
- Connection: Meets locals/expats (college friend, run clubs, cafes, small tours, French classes like "French as You Like It"); avoids tourist traps/Americanized spots.
- Plastics/Chemicals: Organic shops for soaps/lotions; glass water bottles (Evian); avoids hotel plastics.
9-Week Progress Recap: Weight loss, better cholesterol/HbA1c (ex-pre-diabetic); berries daily, Oura ring, meal prep, supplements (Ca/D/B12/omega-3), vegan shifts, low-carb/no artificial sugars, psyllium/fiber, homemade dressings, run clubs, non-plastic home, mindfulness.
Personal Insights: Stay true to local culture; health for longevity; self-worth key.
Key Points and Decisions
Diet Decisions: 3-5 vegan days (incl. travel); prioritize antioxidants/local organic (berries, dark chocolate); homemade dressings; poultry/seafood only if non-vegan; no fake vegan products.
Movement: 6 days/week training (cardio/resistance); vacation exceeds routine; prep to prevent injury; join Paris run clubs (walkers welcome).
Sleep/Travel Hacks: Blackout rooms, morning sunlight, clock advance, no afternoon caffeine.
Connection: Local immersion (cafes, small tours/classes, expats); family cultural exposure.
Avoidances: Plastics/chemicals (glass/stainless, organic products); processed foods/oils; non-stick pans; red meat/dairy excess; Ubers when possible.
Health Wins: Improved metrics despite family diabetes risk; extended fasting.
Next Steps
Meet college friend in Paris (possible walk/Uber).
Join Paris run clubs (20+ options).
Take French class ("French as You Like It").
Continue 3-4 vegan days; eat crepes/dairy-free hot chocolate.
Weekly Zoom calls; follow/share on gonopro.com, social media (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Substack, YouTube/Spotify/Apple video podcasts; Brent William Laartz, MD).
Sustain pillars for longevity; audience input welcome.
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