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Obesity Science with Gary Taubes – Episode 2867

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2867: Vinnie Tortorich and health science author Gary Taubes discuss the history of obesity science and hormonal effects in families.

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Obesity Science

  • Gary has been writing about health for several years.
    • He has written several books on low-carb and ketogenic lifestyles.
    • He credits many others, including Robert Lustig, Jeff Volek, and Eric Westman.
  • Both Vinnie and Gary have seen an increase in health issues, particularly weight gain, among younger and younger populations. (10:00)
  • Gary mentions a New York Times article that follows two sisters for a longevity study. (17:00)
    • He reviews how dietary advice has shifted over the years.
    • Marketing of sugary cereals and orange juice also ramped up sales of ultra-processed foods. (26:00)
    • Generations of people were given the wrong advice for combating weight gain. (28:30)
    • There is a possibility of “fetal programming,” which predisposes a baby to certain conditions like diabetes and obesity.
  • But the message should *not* be to not even try to lose weight. 
    • What you eat and how your body responds hormonally makes a difference. (38:00)
  • It reminds you that you can’t overeat anything, even healthy foods, without consequences. (51:30)
    • Even people on carnivore can overeat.
  • They discuss testosterone and weight gain. (56:30)
  • Gary’s next book (still in the works) is about the history of obesity science. (1:03:00)
  • He also has a Substack called “Uncertainty Principles,” where he explores issues of good science and bad science. https://uncertaintyprinciples.substack.com/

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The Truth Zones with Belinda Fettke – Episode 2840

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Episode 2840 – Vinnie Tortorich and researcher Belinda Fettke discuss the “truth zones,” which call out flaws in the study regarding the “blue zones.”

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The Truth Zones

  • Belinda is a nurse, independent researcher, and co-founder of “Nutrition for Life”, and the wife of Dr. Gary Fettke. (4:00)
    • Gary was at one time silenced for speaking out against standardized treatment for people with diabetes by giving nutritional advice.
    • She gives a backstory of everything she and Gary were challenged with, including battling the cereal industry.
  • Belinda has done a deep dive on the concepts of The Blue Zones and longevity. (20:00)
    • There were more factors than just certain foods.
    • There have been misconceptions about how much meat was being eaten.
  • Okinawa had a specific series of historical events that affected their diets and lifestyles; namely, war. (33:00)
  • Religious beliefs also affect outcomes because of practices like fasting. (39:00)
  • Belinda gives the history behind Loma Linda and Ellen G. White.
    • Loma Linda is home to a food factory for processed foods.
  • Since the McGovern committee, the American people have become increasingly unhealthy. (1:05:00)
  • Crete is also an example of how history affected their lifestyle and diet. (1:07:00)
  • When investigating dietary guidelines, it’s important to look at history, religion, and culture. (1:13:00)
  • You can find Belinda Fettke and her research and articles on The Truth Zones Substack. https://truthzones.substack.com.
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Coffee and Nerve Health – Episode 2836

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Episode 2836 – Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss coffee and nerve health, the Mediterranean diet, and the effects of sweeteners on gut health.

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Coffee and Nerve Health

  • Coffee study from Texas A&M shows the downstream effects of coffee. (4:00)
    • The study suggests that, besides the heart benefits, coffee may also have a positive effect on nerve health.
  • They briefly discuss Brian Johnson’s experimentation for increasing longevity, and his recent diagnosis with autoimmune disease. (5:30)
  • Olive oil, fish, and reducing refined carbohydrates increase two beneficial mitochondrial peptides. (17:00)
  • The Mediterranean diet isn’t a diet; there is too much variation in Mediterranean regions to define it at all. (22:00)
  • Go to Vinnie’s YouTube channel for visual reference during the conversation. (25:00) @FitnessConfidential Podcast 
  • Artificial sweeteners are bad for your gut. (38:00)
    • Combined with additional things like antidepressants, it made gut diversity even worse.
    • Vinnie explains why he tries to encourage people to go cold turkey away from sugar and sweeteners. (43:00)
    • The use of a “crutch” may feel necessary, but sometimes it’s best to jump straight into the new habit.
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  • Anna’s next cookbook, Eat Happy Cocktail Hour, is filled with cocktails, mocktails, and appetizers and is available for pre-order right now.
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Keep On Keeping On – Episode 2795

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Episode 2795 – Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer welcome four callers to discuss eating while on chemo, weight-loss goals, how to keep on keeping on, and more.

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Keep On Keeping On

  • Dave is the first caller. (3:30)
    • He was recently diagnosed with cancer and called ot give an update.
    • He’s managed to keep weight on despite having to eat liquid foods.
    • Vinnie gives him some advice about eating while getting chemo. (8:30)
  • John W is the second caller. (15:30)
    • He’s been NSNG for several years now and has noticed that his PSA levels go up if he has carbs. (17:30)
    • PSA is a test to measure prostate antigens as a way of monitoring prostate health.
    • He has a question about HIIT training. (24:00)
      • HIIT training is not the same as strength training.
    • They touch upon a spiritual mindset about life. (35:00)
    • He has a question about how to share information about NSNG® with the Amish and Mennonite communities. (38:00)
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  • Brandon is next. (48:30)
    • He grows his hair to donate to kids with medical issues who have lost their hair.
    • He called Vinnie because he can’t seem to get to the next step to reach a lower weight and has a hard time imagining himself at an optimal weight. (1:02:00)
  • John D is the final caller.
    • He’s lost a lot of weight on NSNG® in a short time; however, he feels his weight loss is slowing.
    • Where can he make changes to keep the loss going?
    • Creatine can increase your energy. (1:27:00)

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  • Anna’s next cookbook, Eat Happy Cocktail Hour, is filled with cocktails, mocktails, and appetizers and is available for pre-order right now.
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The New Dietary Guidelines – Episode 2749

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Episode 2749 – Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer go over the new Dietary Guidelines that have been released, and whether they are on the right track.

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The New Dietary Guidelines

  • There are improvements, but a few things may still be lacking.
  • (3:30)Protein levels are better, but recommendations for fat macros are still off.
  • Institutions will follow the written guidelines, which are not necessarily reflected in the upside-down pyramid graphic.
  • Institutions, like schools, have contracts with Big Food companies, which will affect how closely they follow the guidelines. (12:15)
  • Chris goes through some of the guidelines. (15:30)
  • The fat intake recommendations are off, in Vinnie’s experience. (24:00)
    • Saturated fat is limited to 10% of all fats. (30:00)
  • Vinnie believes these guidelines are good overall, but didn’t go far enough. (33:00)
    • Institutions, companies, congresspeople, and others would most likely push back on a larger sweeping change.
  • Whole grains, packaged breakfast options, and processed foods are at the bottom of the upside-down pyramid, and rightly so. (41:30)
  • Limiting ultra-processed foods and refined carbs is recommended. (46:00)
    • No meal should contain more than 10g of added sugars.
    • It even defines what “added sugars” are.
  • The last point discusses sodium and electrolytes. (54:30)

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BEST OF: Better Mental Health with Dr. Georgia Ede – Episode 2747

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Episode 2747 – BEST OF: Vinnie Tortorich welcomes psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Ede to discuss how nutrition can create better mental health, and more.

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Sugars and Oxidative Stress

    • More kids than ever are presenting with psychological problems. (2:00)
      • Vinnie mentions Robyn Dobbins, who openly shares how diet has improved her mental health symptoms.
    • People are feeding their brains improperly. (4:30)
      • There have been decades of misinformation, so treatment has been off.
      • Everyone deserves the correct information upfront rather than having to go through multiple medications. (7:00)
    • Georgia goes through her personal history and how she stumbled onto dietary health changes.
      • Sweeteners have many side effects. (16:00)
      • Sugar is the only addictive substance that society sanctions for children. (20:00)
        • It is not only addictive, but it is also physically damaging to the brain because it creates oxidative stress in the brain. (24:00)
        • Refined flours do the same by causing a glycogen load; as a result, your insulin is raised longer. (25:00)
    • Most people are metabolically broken, so sugars and carbs are even more harmful.
    • If your body “needs” sugar, your body will make it. Fats and proteins are essential, but carbs are not. (31:00)
    • The FDA recommends a bunch of nonsense.
    • And now our gut health is a topic that needs to be paid attention to.

Better Mental Health

  • Vinnie knows people whose adult kids are still having issues, but refuse to believe that diet can help. (38:00)
  • Georgia always uses dietary interventions first, and she has found them to be the most effective for her clients (41:00)
    • There are certain foods the brain needs. It’s not just junk food that hurts, but also foods we’ve been told are healthy that aren’t (like whole grains).
  • Dr. Ede’s book Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind addresses dietary therapy as a first step. (45:00)
  • They discuss many different things that have been happening in the news, which are examples of declining mental health. (48:00)
  • Vinnie asks how you get more N=1 cases on the books to demonstrate the advantages of diet and mental health.
  • Changing your diet is a change for the better.
  • You can find Dr. Ede at https://diagnosisdiet.com.
  • The keto diet is safe, but there is still a transition, especially if you are on medication.

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