Show Notes
In this episode we discuss:
What are the sugar diet and other related diets like the honey diet, fairy princess diet, and fruit till noon diets Whether FGF21 is responsible for the weight loss seen on these diets The effects of the sugar diet on muscle mass Whether FGF21 really extends lifespan How to increase FGF21 levels and whether it’s really good for your health
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Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:00 – the sugar diet, honey diet, fairy princess diet, and fruit-till-noon diets as discussed by Cole Robinson, Mark Bell, Anabology, Noah Ryan, celestialbe1ng, and others 6:35 – my experience on a high-sugar diet and what the sugar diet means for the health world 11:17 – what is FGF21? 15:54 – how low-protein diets trigger the release of FGF21 20:00 – the context of FGF21 on low-protein diets and the reasons for its effects: is this really beneficial? 26:15 – the long-term effects of FGF21 on body fat, muscle mass, and metabolic health 33:16 – how the sugar diet compares to low-carb diets 35:55 – high-carb low-protein diets vs. high-fat low-protein diets on FGF21 37:34 – low-protein diets increase your metabolism due to stress: brown fat, uncoupling, and energy expenditure 43:59 – FGF21’s role in stress, energy conservation, and hibernation 49:56 – FGF21 and cortisol: is FGF21 a stress hormone? 54:09 – FGF21 and hormesis: is FGF21 hormetic? 56:10 – FGF21 and liver fat production go hand-in-hand 59:11 – carb-induced increase in FGF21 is activated by reductive stress 1:05:04 – the role of FGF21 in de novo lipogenesis as an adaptive response to stress 1:10:47 – carb-induced FGF21 causes fat gain and sympathetic activity 1:14:29 – does FGF21 cause metabolic syndrome, diabetes, NAFLD, cardiovascular disease, and obesity? 1:21:08 – does FGF21 extend lifespan? if so, is it worth it? 1:27:03 – can you lose weight and extend lifespan without a protein-deficient diet?
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Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/ Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresapiela Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 2:17 – Anthony Jay suggests that sugar is a worse fuel than fat 11:33 – is insulin resistance the cause of arterial plaque and heart disease? 16:47 – does the heart become “addicted” to sugar in insulin resistance and cardiovascular disease? 24:38 – fat metabolism is worse for insulin resistance in the heart 34:25 – don’t feed babies sugar or carbohydrates? do carbs drive heart disease? 44:55 – what Anthony Jay gets wrong about statins and diabetes 52:17 – after years of low-carb, she reversed fatigue, brain fog, and hormonal problems using a bioenergetic approach
Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/ Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresapiela Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:55 – what Layne Norton eats in a day: protein bars, microwave meals, cereal, protein shakes 5:54 – problems with the “if it fits your macros” (IIFYM) diet camp 11:54 – the glaring hypocrisy in Layne Norton’s “no influencer BS” diet 17:43 – what Layne Norton eats in a day cont’d: frozen meals, popcorn, frozen yogurt, chicken + apples 20:12 – “consistency over perfection” mindset: terrible advice? 25:44 – “normal” may not be “healthy” 28:25 – is it possible to prioritize health on a busy schedule? 34:13 – time saving tips for healthy meal prep 42:47 – is Layne Norton’s diet any better than fast-food? 47:01 – social media vs reality: how health influencers hide their health issues 50:56 – success story: cravings eliminated by adding carbs post carnivore
Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/ Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresapiela Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 2:12 –Thomas Delauer admits that intermittent fasting increases cortisol 9:38 – what fasting does to your digestion, thyroid, hormones, and metabolism 15:40 – why intermittent fasting is stressful and increases cortisol 20:20 – Thomas Delauer says intermittent fasting every day is harmful 28:06 – the consequences of long-term intermittent fasting 32:09 – more fat-burning doesn’t mean better health 35:34 – Thomas DeLauer’s new approach to fasting: does it actually make sense? 41:29 – should we try to increase autophagy for better health? 45:56 – are longer fasts better than daily intermittent fasting? do they improve insulin sensitivity? 53:13 – the best way to increase autophagy 1:04:30 – what to do if fasting makes you feel better 1:15:03 – restoring health and finding balance after vegan, OMAD, and carnivore diets