Episode 2853 – Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss food labels, how misconceptions about zero calories can cause big problems, and Tirzepatide.
Zero Calories, Big Problems
- Anna gives an update on her experience with Xanax for her dental appointment. (9:00)
- Vinnie is considering opening up the NSNG® VIP group for his upcoming birthday. (15:00)
- Anna frequents Reddit groups, and she found one about food labels. (17:00)
- She reads an entry about a woman’s misunderstanding about “zero” calories and a candy product.
- Vinnie breaks down why “zero” calories isn’t working.
- Anna shares an interesting conversation she recently had with a friend who sources ingredients for various food products. (32:00)
- There are misconceptions about the differences between European foods and American foods.
- Society and culture have pushed good, natural things out.
- We had everything, we’re getting rid of everything, and we’re trying to get back to everything. (39:00)
- “Organic” is a big lie; certain other certifications can be challenged as well.
Tirzepatide for the Heart?
- Tirzepatide is being approved to reduce cardiovascular risk in adults with T2 Diabetes. (53:00)
- There is confusion behind its use for the heart.
- The best treatment for T2 diabetes is cutting sugar and grains and moving your body. (57:45)
- Anna’s next cookbook, Eat Happy Cocktail Hour, is filled with cocktails, mocktails, and appetizers and is available for pre-order right now.
- If you pre-order, you’ll get bonus goodies!
- You can pre-order from a wide variety of booksellers at https://eathappycocktailhour.com/
- Please save your receipt from wherever you pre-order; you’ll need it for your bonuses!
- The physical release date is October 13, 2026
- Check out the Aletha Hip HookTM that Vinnie uses to reduce pain and increase mobility:
You can purchase your own through Vinnie’s website here: https://vinnietortorich.com/hook
- Anna’s products are now linked to PureVitamin Club’s website. Look under the “Food and Snacks” section to purchase them there, too.
- https://purevitaminclub.com/collections/food-and-snacks
- Vinnie hopes to add other products as well, all of which will be health-related.
You can book a consultation with Vinnie to get guidance on your goals. https://vinnietortorich.com/phone-consultation-2/
More News
- Serena has added some of her clothing suggestions and beauty product suggestions to Vinnie’s Amazon Recommended Products link.
- Don’t forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on Peacock.
- “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon!
- You can purchase or rent it here.https://amzn.to/4d9agj1
- Please watch, rate, and review it!
- Eat Happy Italian, Anna’s second cookbook, is available!
- You can go to https://eathappyitalian.com
- You can order it from Vinnie’s Book Club. https://amzn.to/3ucIXm
- Anna’s recipes are in her cookbooks, on her website, and on Substack —they will spice up your day! https://annavocino.substack.com/






