Eating more protein can lead to increased satiety and is an efficient source of energy. Americans only consume around 12-13% protein on average, making it a simple way to improve nutrition.
The guest speaker discusses the harmful effects of seed oils, and how the history of misinformation led to the popularity of margarine. He also mentions the trend in using optimization science in nutrition, and faulty research on food scores for health.
The podcast features a mix of bad nutrition advice and common-sense tips, along with true confessions of scandalous events. Topics range from smoothie science to Dear Abby-style letters.
The hosts talk about the benefits of eating fish, even when studies linking DHA to depression are not definitive. No ads were detected.
Is there an optimal diet for humans or different configurations for different groups of people? Research shows that as long as people ingest fewer calories than they burn, they will lose weight regardless of the type of diet they have.
While convenient, getting nutrition from whole foods is essential due to the fiber content, bulk, and vitamins involved. However, for those with financial constraints, choosing a higher quality omega-3 fatty acid fish oil supplement can help.
The speaker promotes the use of Athletic Greens, a supplement that can be taken in the morning to provide the nutrients that can be missed from whole food meals throughout the day. They also promote Thrive Market, a membership-based site that offers healthy food and products at discounted prices.
The podcast discusses how paid-for studies are used to portray foods as either good or bad for you based on who commissioned the research instead of focusing on the actual health benefits of certain foods.
The hosts discuss the recommended amount of protein and micronutrients needed for those looking to improve their health and athletic performance, citing the benefits of consuming around a gram of protein per pound of body weight and 800 grams of fruits and vegetables per day.
The speaker discusses the importance of gut-friendly diets and touches on keto-friendly foods, fermented foods and the benefits of dark chocolate.
The importance of proper nutrition, allocation of food, and high glycemic carbs for strength athletes is discussed in this podcast.
The guest speaker talks about the benefits of eating mostly plants and a little bit of fish, mentioning that red meat, particularly meat-based protein, and chemicals in red meat can cause atherosclerosis potentially.
The podcast discusses the benefits and downsides of purchasing nutritious but overpriced lettuce wraps and recommends a chicken breast, egg whites, and cheese breakfast option from Chick-fil-A without the bun.
The flaw in the caloric intake guidelines lies in the way people compare the recommended intake to the average intake, which is much higher, instead of looking at how the guidelines were derived.
The speaker tells a story about going to the bank with someone who had a distended African gut from malnourishment and an "alcohol laborer body."
