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Working With What You Have – Episode 2679

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2679 – Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss goals while aging, working with what you have, NSNG® as a baseline, and fitness in schools.

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Working With What You Have

  • Vinnie discusses his acquaintance Joe, who began following NSNG®. (6:00)
    • Joe has lost approximately 100 lbs over the past year!
  • Vinnie’s recent goal has been prioritizing strength training over aerobics. (12:00)
    • If you’re older, it’s never too late; it’s even more important to get moving!
  • Anna always works with her doctor on multiple regular blood tests. (27:00)
    • She discusses getting an advanced lipid panel.
    • She has discussed it before on the podcast, but she has recently gotten some prickly comments from followers. (31:00)
    • She is genetically predisposed to some things, and NSNG® keeps her at a great baseline. (33:00)
  • So many people want a magic pill that they forget that there is nuance to addressing individual health needs. (33:30)
    • You need to work with what you have.
    • A person’s lifestyle and genetic history can significantly impact how well something works; consequently, it may take a long time for the body to heal. (35:00)
    • You cannot overeat anything without some measure of impunity.
  • Your body naturally changes as you age; as a result, you may have to make adjustments as you progress. (38:00)
  • The President’s Physical Fitness Testing for kids is being reinstated in schools. (44:00)
    • It had been removed due to a variety of reasons.
    • Vinnie is very excited and has been wanting this for years. The fitness of our kids is important!
  • Anna has been working tirelessly to make Eat Happy Kitchen products more accessible and in stores. There is always some level of obstacle, but she’s feisty and doesn’t give up.

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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!

 

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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BEST OF: Glucose, Glutamine, and Cancer with Dr. Thomas Seyfried – Episode 2672

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2672 – BEST OF: Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Thomas Seyfried and they discuss metabolic dysfunction, glucose, glutamine, and cancer therapies.

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Glucose, Glutamine, and Cancer

  • Vinnie explains why he recommends listening to Dr. Thomas Seyfried. (2:00)
    • Vinnie has been in remission and avoided chemo for 17 years by leading a ketogenic lifestyle.
    • There are all kinds of side effects from chemotherapy, even though it can save people.
  • There have been several theories of disease. (8:00)
    • NCI states that cancer is a genetic disease of dysregulated cell growth, called the somatic mutation theory.
    • Another theory suggests that damage to organelles can cause mutations in cells, or that mutations may have a mitochondrial metabolic origin.
    • The treatment of cancer as a metabolic disease also allows people to participate in the management of their disorder.
    • He explains the importance of oxygen and energy and how they affect the cells. (11:00)
      • This is known as the mitochondrial metabolic theory of cancer.
  • Dr. Seyfried explains some fascinating experiments and theories. (14:00)
  • Once there is an agreement on the mitochondrial metabolic theory, treatment for cancers could be much less toxic and more manageable. (17:00)
    • Metabolically treating cancer can help because even if there is recurrence, it can often be treated with fewer chemicals. (20:00)
    • The idea is to reduce or eliminate the cancer through diet and medication that target the fermentation metabolism.
    • Glutamine is an amino acid and has many uses in the body. (22:30)
      • Dr. Seyfried explains the press-pulse therapeutic strategy.

The Glucose Ketone Index

  • What kind of diet and supplementation can help those who may have cancer? (27:30)
    • The Glucose Ketone Index (GKI) calculator and its function are explained.
    • How the GKI happens varies per person, but if you can keep the GKI measurement at 2.0 mmol or below, you can put pressure on the tumor cells. (29:00)
    • Each person is their own experiment, but low-carb is beneficial as it keeps your ketones active.
  • Vinnie asks Dr. Seyfried to explain ketone measurements and monitors. (32:30)
  • They discuss genetics, such as the BRCA1 mutation. (36:00)
  • They discuss the frustration of some doctors’ approaches to other diseases. (40:00)
  • Type 2 diabetes has replaced smoking as the number one risk factor for cancer! (43:15)
  • They discuss the challenges of today’s diet and lifestyle. (46:00)
    • Low-cost and convenience foods are taking their toll on society’s health.
    • Type 2 diabetes is a diet and lifestyle issue.
  • Give people the opportunity to make their own choices. Many doctors need to be re-educated, and people need to know all their options. (50:30)
  • Processed food and glucose are a highly addictive force on the brain. (51:00)
  • Dr. Seyfried is a professor who shares information about and is developing a protocol, which he hopes will be available soon.

More News

  • If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group is currently closed for registration, 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!

 

PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024)

  • The documentary launched in August 2024!
    • Order it TODAY!
  • 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.

  • Additionally, the more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend!

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021)

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FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019)

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Consistency Makes a Difference – Episode 2660

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2660: Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer talk to callers about how consistency makes a difference even when life gets overwhelming, and more.

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Consistency Makes a Difference 

  • No one wakes up wanting to be fat.
    • Fat-shaming is not acceptable; however, there are indicators in society that demonstrate the health of the country is declining. (5:00)
    • Obesity is less about genetics than we tend to think. 
    • Even the Pixar movie WALL-E sends a nod to this trend.

The Callers 

  • Dave has a question about rowing on the Concept 2; he gives a bit of backstory on how he discovered Vinnie and Anna Vocino. (17:45)
      • He had weight loss with NSNG, but life happened over the years, and he fell into bad habits. (22:00)
      • He was then diagnosed with cancer and dialed back into NSNG®.
      • He’s trying to dial in his Concept 2 routine.
    • There is no such thing as permanent weight loss. Weight loss only works when you are eating right. (26:00)
    • It only works as long as you are willing to work it!
    • Vinnie gives Dave suggestions about using the Concept 2 and getting into Zone 2 and other challenges. (27:00)
  • Charles is next: (39:30)
    • He has been going through a slow process after knee replacement surgery; Vinnie gives some suggestions and encouragement.
    • He lost approximately 40 pounds before the surgery and feels ahead of the game, despite healing being a slower process.
  • Nina chats about how she went off plan and how she is struggling to get back to where she was. (50:00)
  • Josh’s daughter has health issues that require a lot of hospital stays. (58:00)
    • His schedule challenges his ability to be consistently active. (1:05:00)
    • Josh’s approach and level of gratitude despite his challenges are inspiring. (1:11:00) 
  • Consistency will always make a difference in how you eat and exercise.

More News

  • If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, it’s closed for registration, 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!

 

 

PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024)

  • The documentary launched in August 2024!
    • Order it TODAY!
  • 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.

  • Additionally, the more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend!

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

PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022)

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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Diet Affects the Brain with Dr. Chris Palmer – Episode 2582

by Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2582 – On this Friday’s show, Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Chris Palmer, and they discuss the increase in mental health disorders, how diet affects the brain, and more.

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Diet Affects the Brain

  • What is the state of mental health, and how did we get here? (5:00)
    • The number of cases has skyrocketed in recent years.
  • Do we have an idea how or when mental issues start? (16:00)
    • How much does genetics play in mental health?
    • Epigenetics can be a factor as well.
  • Today, we have a chronic disease epidemic. (23:00)
  • The rates of depression and anxiety disorders were already increasing even before the pandemic. (28:00)
    • Other conditions like ADHD and autism have increased as well.
    • Whatever is driving poor metabolic health is also driving poor mental health. (30:00)
  • How do we fix this? (32:00)
    • The first step would be to get rid of processed foods.
    • Microplastics can be another concern.
  • How does a medical ketogenic diet help with mental health and brain issues? (46:00)
    • Dr. Palmer refers to a medical ketogenic diet as having a specific, high ketone level.
    • This often requires strict monitoring and rigor, as opposed to kind of “winging it.”
    • You are more likely to get and sustain results with a rigorous approach.
  • Taking exogenous ketone esters may be helpful for some people, but not all. (51:00)
    • Sticking to an actual ketogenic diet is much more effective. (53:00)
  • They discuss cholesterol and brain health. (55:00)
  • You can find Dr. Palmer’s “Brain Energy” book in Vinnie’s book club. https://amzn.to/4iHYwqU
  • You can find out more about Dr. Palmer’s work at https://brainenergy.com and https://chrispalmermd.com
  • Joining the NSNG® VIP Group is currently closed, but you can get on the waitlist by signing up at https://vinnietortorich.com/vip/

More News

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

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PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024)

  • The documentary launched in August 2024!
    • Order it TODAY!
  • 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.

  • The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend!

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

PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022)

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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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Genetically Modified Food with Dr. Kevin Folta – Episode 1196

by Vinnie Tortorich

 : Episode 1196 – Dr. Kevin Folta joins Vinnie this Friday, and the two talk genetically modified food, organic food, the health implications genetic manipulations of foods, and more on this fascinating 1 on 1!

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DR. KEVIN FOLTA

  • Dr. Folta has been studying DNA manipulation since he was a kid
  • He is a GMO expert
  • Has a PhD in molecular biology
  • Works largely in horticulture (runs the department at UF)

GENETIC MANIPULATION OF FOOD

  • There are different ways to do this
  • We can breed certain fruits a certain way, for example, to get the desired effect
  • We can also genetically modify seeds in the lab
  • Additionally, we can put chemicals on plants while they grow to affect their growth
  • Now, we can provide more fruits and veggies nearly all year round
    • This is a score for public health in general
    • Not really a thing when Vinnie and Dr. Folta were kids
  • Organic is still a production system
    • For example, still using insecticides, just different types
  • Genetic engineering is actually changing the DNA in the lab
    • Add resistance, other things
    • Genetically modified food can be good!
  • We are starting to grow produce in cities, making them healthy and happy
    • Making this happen is largely what Dr. Folta is working on in his lab
  • People don’t really understanding genetic modification
    • Assume it’s evil when it can be good
    • It’s not so black and white
    • Genetic modification is going into human beings – this is the more controversial subject
      • Dr. Folta thinks we are close to being able to prevent things like heart disease predisposition, etc.
  • We do allow technology to change (and improve) the lives of people
    • This can be a good thing, if done responsibly!

The Power of Genetic Analysis with Dr. Anthony Jay – Episode 1081

by Vinnie Tortorich

 : Episode 1081 – The amazing Dr. Anthony Jay joins Vinnie this Friday to discuss his background in genetics, his book, Estrogeneration, his study of Vinnie’s genes, statins, and more on this podcast!

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ANTHONY JAY

  • Anthony’s brother, Nick, was on last Saturday show!
    • He is an amazing guy, and also in the health care business
  • He is the author of Estrogeneration: How Estrogenics are Making You Fat, Sick, and Infertile
  • He looks at raw DNA code and looks at Detox genes
    • How does your liver get rid of toxins?
    • Some people can’t rid themselves of aluminum and the like easily, whereas others can, for example
  • First looked at animal genes, then got a real interest in human genes and DNA consults
    • Helps a lot of pro athletes as well
  • Works for Mayo Clinic
  • He analyzed Vinnie’s genes

VINNIE’S GENES

  • Vinnie’s body washes out salts more than the average person
  • He has to drink extra water and eat extra salt as a result
    • Part of the reason Ultra Salt exists
  • Needs more Vitamin D than normal
    • Both of his parents likely have Vitamin D deficiency
      • PVC also has a Vitamin D supplement!
  • Genetically disposed to caring about others more
  • Slightly weaker bones
  • He would likely get muscle damage from statins
    • Just ANOTHER reason not to buy into statins
  • Long telomeres — good for life expectancy
  • Red wine can improve his heart!
  • Coumadin resistant
    • His mom should be checked too seeing as she receives this drug and she may be resistant
  • He actually has a decreased sensitivity to fructose, including its taste and how much his body take it up
  • His genes suggest he may want to avoid high lactose
    • However, he doesn’t feel he does
  • Adderal and the like would make him go crazy
  • Slow metabolizer of caffeine — stays in his body longer
  • Most people can overcome most genetic weaknesses with the right diet and lifestyle