Vinnie Tortorich

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A Choice to Be Made with Dr. Jen Unwin – Episode 2831

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Episode 2831 – Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Jen Unwin to discuss food addiction and that there’s a choice to be made in approaching lifestyle changes.

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A Choice to be Made

  • Dr. Jen Unwin has been on the show before; however, she was also a part of The Cholesterol Code by Dave Feldman. (2:00)
    • Robyn Dobbins is a strong example of what can happen with low-carb progress. (5:00)
  • Dr. Unwin’s book is entitled “A Fork in the Road.” (12:00)
    • She wrote the book she wished had existed when she was younger.
    • It’s easy to read and understand, including the biology; additionally, it also explains food addiction and how to work through it.
    • You can purchase her book “Fork in the Road” here: https://amzn.to/3TCTCTG
  • Trends come and go, from bodybuilding diets to the cabbage soup diet and others. (17:00)
  • GLP-1s and all the other “-utides” are ubiquitous. (28:00)
    • It’s important to address food addiction.
  • The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) should include food addiction; however, at this time, it doesn’t.
    • Information gets amplified so quickly that the real truth is often delayed or buried. (46:00)
  • You can find Dr. Unwin on X @drjenunwin
  • 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. 

  • The NSNG® VIP GROUP IS NOW CLOSED AGAIN AS OF SUNDAY, MARCH 15TH 

  • 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, then you’ll get bonus goodies!
  • You can preorder from a wide variety of booksellers at https://eathappycocktailhour.com/
  • Please save your receipt from wherever you preorder; you’ll need it for your bonuses!
  • Physical Release Date is October 2026

You can book a consultation with Vinnie to get guidance on your goals. https://vinnietortorich.com/phone-consultation-2/

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A Way to Build Character – Episode 2686

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Episode 2686 – Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss the NSNG® VIP group, electrolyte drinks, and a way to build character through fitness.

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A Way to Build Character

  • The VIP group will reopen soon. (7:00)
    • It’s another tool you can use to meet your goals.
    • Workouts will be added soon!
    • Vinnie holds group consultation calls twice a month, in which members can ask anything.
    • If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, it will be reopening soon. But you can get on the wait list –https://vinnietortorich.com/vip/
  • You have to be able to guide yourself—it all comes down to you. (10:00)
    • People still use COVID as an excuse for becoming overweight and out of shape. The time is over—take control of yourself!
    • Honor the fact that you are alive by taking your health into your own hands. (20:00)
  • They discuss the origin of Gatorade. (25:00)
    • It’s morphed over the years and changed formulations, and not always in great ways.
  • The Presidential Physical Fitness test is returning to schools. (41:30)
    • They discuss one of the reasons it was stopped, which was to reduce competition.
  • It’s also an opportunity for kids to train for hard things, build resilience, and build character. (55:00)

More News

  • If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, it will be reopening soon. But you can get on the wait list –https://vinnietortorich.com/vip/
  • Don’t forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel. 
  • “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon!

 

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  • The documentary launched in August 2024!
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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019)

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Making The Most Of Your Time – Episode 2680

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Episode 2680 – Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss Parkinson’s disease, purpose, the marketing of sugar, and making the most of your time.

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Making the Most of Your Time

  • Vinnie had a long-term relationship with a woman who struggled with Parkinson’s disease. (2:00)
  • He also shares a story about Ozzy Osbourne, who was always very considerate. (5:00)
    • Parkinson’s has its challenges that appear to be less influenced by lifestyle.
    • It can be early-onset and be diagnosed as early as age 35.
  • This launches a conversation about leaving a legacy. (15:20)
    • Vinnie’s main interest has been to help people with their health.
  • Coke made a big announcement that they are bringing “real sugar Coke” back into the U.S. (29:00)
    • This is not a better option—it’s still filled with sugar!
    • Fruit juices are nothing but sugar. (36:00)
    • Chris shares some trivia about the marketing of Coke, Pepsi, and Russia. (44:00)
  • Phone screen diet update. (45:00)
    • A study shows that kids who had cell phones or iPads before age 13 had more mental health challenges. (46:00)
    • Has Vinnie noticed changes in himself or how he feels since using his phone only for work purposes?
  • What goes into your body, both physically and mentally, affects what comes out. (48:00)
    • Be wise in the use of your time!
    • It’s not true that technology always gives you more time. (52:00)
    • A lot of technology just makes you lazy and lose health and mindfulness. (55:00)
  • Do something useful and with purpose!
    • For example, make dinner at home and have it be a part of family time—connection matters.
    • Part of the success of Blue Zones is less about diet and more about community and basic human connection. (57:00)
  • A lot of stuff is coming up with Vinnie in August, so keep an ear open!

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  • Don’t forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel. 
  • “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon!

 

PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024)

  • The documentary launched in August 2024!
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  • This is Vinnie’s fourth documentary in just over five years.

  • Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries

  • Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family.

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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THIS Is the “NEW” Pandemic – Episode 2527

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Episode 2527 – On this Wednesday show, Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss music, community support, an epidemic turned into the “new” pandemic, and more.

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THIS Is the “NEW” Pandemic

  • Country music, to celebrity sightings. (2:00)
  • Gina mentions a group she heard about in the San Francisco area. (14:00)
    • It’s a hiking community whose members are self-described as “fat”; there is acceptance within the group.
    • What often stops people is their own beliefs about themselves. (16:30)
  • Vinnie shares a story of someone he noticed at the gym and the significant improvement she made. (18:00)
  • He brings up an old commercial that wouldn’t go over well today. (27:00)
  • The “new” pandemic is the percentage of people who are obese and in poor health.
    • No mask or lockdown treats it; the only way it gets treated is with effort and a lifestyle change

 

Check out Gina’s book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube.

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Redefining A Plateau – Episode 2517

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Episode 2517 – On this Monday’s show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss redefining a plateau, how there is always movement, accountability, and more.

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Redefining A Plateau

  • Vinnie has been adding exercise videos to the VIP group. (4:30)
  • Vinnie doesn’t believe in “the plateau” because you are always moving, either forward or backwards. (9:30)
  • We are always learning something; we as humans are never truly stagnant.
  • Vinnie went to his own VIP group to motivate others, because he wanted to get moving even after going through chemo.
  • They discuss what they hear from listeners concerning being in a “plateau.” (23:00)
  • According to some studies, Americans gain the most weight in the latter half of the year.
    • There are so many holidays that are centered around food and candy. (24:30)
  • Vinnie recounts a conversation he had with Adam Carolla about Adam’s “plateau.” (26:30)
    • Actions have a direct result; acknowledge what is truly going on. (30:30)
  • The VIP group was, in part, started because of various people Vinnie has taken a personal interest in (35:00)
    • All of them were having trouble, but are back on track.

Accountability Is Your Friend

  • Anna loves to read things that push her beliefs beyond what she thinks is possible. (39:00)
    • Sometimes it takes a daily check-in with yourself to keep your choices conscious.
  • With NSNG® you don’t have to track any food to be successful; however, some people may need to keep themselves accountable.
  • They compare it to keeping track of your bank account. (41:00)
    • You have to be aware and not be careless with your money.
  • Vinnie even consults with others in various aspects of his life to excel. (46:00)
  • Anna is shopping for TRX equipment and they go through some available options. (53:00)
    • Vinnie believes the off-brands can be as good as TRX brand.
  • annavocino.substack.com is her blogging platform. The platform allows her to post a larger variety of content and gives access to new recipes not available elsewhere.

All Things NSNG®

  • Vinnie is still having issues with Amazon making “Dirty Keto” available.
    • At the time of this recording, Vinnie’s new documentary “Dirty Keto” was supposed to be released; however, it has hit a delay.
    • You can go to Vinnie’s website and enter your email to get notified when it is up on Amazon. When it comes out, make sure you watch and rate it. https://vinnietortorich.com/dirtyketo/

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PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022)

  • The documentary launched on January 11!
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  • This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years.
  • Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video!
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  • Then, Share this link with friends, too!

Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries

REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019)

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Creating Community with Eric Reynolds – Episode 2450

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Episode 2450 – On this Friday’s show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes retired law enforcement officer Eric Reynolds and they discuss success with keto, creating community, and more.

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Creating Community

  • Vinnie found Eric on X/Twitter. (2:00)
    • He is a success story with the ketogenic lifestyle and has the nickname “KetoFiveO.”
    • He was a police officer in Florida and shared some experiences while being an officer. (4:00)
    • The stress of his job was adding to his negative health; he reviews his health history and his introduction to keto. (10:30)
    • He’s turned off from medications because of the condition of people he found with pills while on duty. (14:00)
  • Vinnie talks about the black-and-white viewpoints that some doctors have (meaning not very flexible in their approaches).
    • His neck pain and the approach the doctor wanted to take compared to what he found worked for him.
    • He found some natural remedies that help with relief
  • Eric meets with others in the law enforcement and first responders community to help them get help, both with PTSD and well as metabolic help. (22:00)
    • Like a lot of people, he has a lot of frustration and feels like he’s been poisoned by propaganda from special interests.
      • It makes it difficult for people to get accurate information and help themselves.
  • Vinnie asks him to explain the Thin Blue Line flag and how his organization “Cops and Campers” got started. (25:00)
    • Eric loves the idea of creating a community for his fellow first responders.
  • Eric shares how he and his wife came to travel in RVs and explains all the benefits that his family is experiencing. (32:00)
  • He has become a health coach and he’s looking forward to helping others, but is learning to navigate social media. (39:00)
    • Eric shares some of the events he’d like to have shortly.
  • They switch the focus to Eric’s mother and her becoming involved in work in following Griselda, the drug “queen pin.” (47:00)
    • He shares a variety of stories from his mom’s history.
  • You can find him at https://ketofiveo.com/
  • He is also at https://copsandcampers.com
  • Look for Vinnie’s NSNG® VIP Community and sign up for the waitlist!

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PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022)

  • The documentary launched on January 11!
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  • This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years.
  • Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video!
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  • Then, Share this link with friends, too!

Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries

REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019)

  • Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries
  • Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family.
  • The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend!
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