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Understanding Sugar – Episode 2685

by Vinnie Tortorich

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Episode 2685 – Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss the abuse of weight loss drugs, understanding sugar in your body, and more.

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Abusing Weight Loss Drugs

  • Vinnie has been travelling lately on a long road trip. (2:00)
    • They discuss how they pack snacks for a road trip.
  • There is some concerning behavior surrounding the use of Mounjaro. (9:30)
    • Rather than eating healthy, people still want to eat poorly, but ramp up the usage of the drug.
  • There is an emotional component behind overeating. (12:30)

Understanding Sugar

  • Why is sugar so bad? (21:45)
    • They discuss macros and how much sugar your body needs at any one time. (23:00)
    • If you don’t load your body with carbs, then your body will burn fat, which is a good thing.
    • The amount of sugar you need varies depending on your activity. (25:00)
      • For example, a boxer in the ring will burn through sugar very fast.
      • However, there are many activities where your body can produce what it needs with gluconeogenesis.
      • Any extra sugar is stored as fat, or long-chain triglycerides.
  • According to a recent interview Vinnie had with Dr. Tro, it’s not uncommon for people to be on 19 medications. (29:00)
    • The national average is 8 drugs.
  • Vinnie explains complex carbs and the myth that claims they are better for you. (33:00)
    • A glycogen load is bad because it causes your body to continually release insulin. 
    • Grains are starches, and starches are sugar.
  • However, don’t become carb-phobic. That’s where Vinnie’s rule of Life Into Living (LIL) comes in. (37:00)
    • If you are in Italy, have the gelato: meaning on a truly special, limited occasion, enjoy yourself.
    • Just don’t let LIL become frequent or rampant.
  • They chat about travelling and Chamonix. (40:00) 
  • Eat Happy Kitchen is for everyone, and several of the sauces are vegan. (46:30)
    • Anna’s sauces are in several stores. Go to her website and use the store locator to find the store closest to you. https://eathappykitchen.com/pages/grocer-locations
  • Keep listening because Anna will be sharing new wings recipes for Football season! (54:00)
  • Vinnie explains how you’ll be able to join the NSNG® VIP group when it reopens soon!
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