Sally K. Norton, MPH, is a nutrition educator and consultant specialising in the impact of dietary oxalates on health. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Cornell University and a Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Throughout her career, Sally has held significant roles in medical education, public health research, and holistic healing. Notably, she managed a five-year, NIH-funded program at UNC Medical School, focusing on educating students and faculty about integrative healing practices. Her personal health challenges led her to explore the effects of oxalates in plant-based diets, culminating in her acclaimed book, “Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload Is Making You Sick—and How to Get Better.” Sally is dedicated to raising awareness about oxalate toxicity and offers guidance on adopting low-oxalate diets to improve overall well-being. Her expertise has been featured across various media platforms, and she continues to provide consultations and educational resources through her website.

> During our discussion, you’ll discover:

(00:04:09) What are oxalates

(00:09:18) Why do we have oxalates in our body

(00:10:53) Do plants have a place in our diet

(00:22:24) How oxalates damage mitochondria

(00:31:28) The link between oxalate overload and other medical issues

(00:38:18) How can you be sure that oxalates are the issue

(00:44:24) Is there a relationship between oxalates and fungal infections

(00:45:46) Oxalate testing

(00:49:44) How to start getting rid of oxalates safely

(00:56:39) Supplements

(01:03:43) Why are oxalate issues not talked about more

(01:04:57) What is 1 food people don’t know cause oxalate issues

(01:06:23) The most common misconceptions about oxalates

(01:07:04) Sally’s thoughts on the carnivore diet

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