Not Another Nutrition Podcast

In this episode, I reflect on the reactions and comments on my recent posts regarding the fact that appearance does NOT correlate to knowledge.  Throughout the episode, I discuss why appearance should be taken out of the equation and what qualities actually matter when looking for a coach to help you.  It can be tricky to know who’s advice to follow in the fitness industry and it often leads to pe...

In this episode I talk about coaches who are now anti diet but are still, in the eyes of societal norms, in amazing shape; following years of restriction & disordered eating. I often see the anti diet movement being pedalled without any critical thinking, so hopefully this stimulates some deeper thoughts for you & helps prevent more people from being misled! References and links discussed...

In this episode, I discuss some of the problems caused by the mantra that 'salt is bad' and highlight which people may actually benefit from increasing their salt intake. References and links can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep69 TOPICS 00:48 - Has my opinion on salt changed in the last 10 years? 04:02 - Is salt really bad for your health? 11:29 - Who should consider increasing th...

In this episode, I explain how as emotional and irrational humans we can benefit from the scientific method! I discuss the relevance of scientific findings to everyday life and how they can help us to make more informed decisions while avoiding whatever the latest nutrition zealots are shouting about! I also shed some light on my experience of the unsurprising biases in the food industry and why m...

This new episode is recorded with the 'Flex Success' team & is packed full of valuable content.  We discuss hormones (and the myths that need to die!), whether anybody should personalise their diets based on their DNA, and establish the FACTS behind whether diets are damaging. I also share how to can make better, more informed decisions and give my valuable advice on 'how to be les...

Motivational interviewing (MI) is a valuable tool for health-care practitioners, but could you apply it to your own life? In this episode I discuss what MI is and how it could help you. References and links discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep66 TOPICS 01:35 - True dietary flexibility for guaranteed adherence  03:25 - Using motivational interviewing for your own benefit 07:28 - A...

After the release of my aggressive diet calculator I have received some questions on how best to use it and some issues (not actually issues) with the calorie outputs, so I have recorded this podcast to help solve these problems. In the episode I explain what to do if the calculator output is giving you negative daily calories and also why your suggested daily calories may be more than you were ex...

Personal trainers are positioned to give us nutrition advice - but often that advice isn’t as helpful, or in perspective, as it should be. In this episode I explore the common pitfalls that PT’s make when advising clients, and discuss what action you should take if you find yourself receiving bad advice References and links discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep64 TOPICS 00:16 -  W...

In this episode I reveal why I have taken up jogging…… believe it or not the reason is not for fat loss! I discuss exercise beyond fat loss and why as a society we often overlook the "non sexy” health benefits that come with exercising and generally being more active. I also talk on how societal weight stigma has led us to be constantly striving for fat loss and how anything less is labelled...

In this episode I answer some listener questions on very popular topic, Collagen Supplements. I discuss muscle gain, tendon repair, hair, skin & nail health!  I also talk on whether collagen supplements are really worth the expense and some cheaper alternatives that have the same effect! The links to the studies referenced in the podcast and the recipe discussed within the episode can be found...

In this episode, I discuss a new study that questions the idea that ‘Keto’ is special for weight loss maintenance. I also discuss whether some diets are better than others for fat loss, share some advice on how you should choose the diet that’s right for you, and why you may need to re-think your long-term dieting strategy.  References for the studies discussed can be found at  www. Martin-MacDona...

In this jam-packed guest appearance podcast, I discuss PCOS Nutrition with Adam Martin. I share up to date research on supplements, along with revealing the TRUTH behind fat loss with PCOS. Whether you’re living with PCOS yourself, or a nutrition professional, you will benefit greatly from the information I share in this one! References for the studies discussed can be found at  www. Martin-MacDon...

In this episode, I'll unravel the truth behind the insulin lies, share some exciting new research & clarify the parts that even 'experts' can get wrong on insulin! I also share some evidence-backed tips to help yourself, friends or family members this Christmas. Have a good one! References for the studies discussed can be found at  www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep59 TOPICS 03:05 - The...

In this episode, I talk on why the methods used in flexible and rigid dieting research have some obvious flaws and what questions we should be asking ourselves and our clients to build a better relationship with dieting. I also talk practically on the conversations we can have with ourselves to approach dieting in a much more flexible, sustainable and healthy way!  References and links discussed c...

"Does it matter when I eat?” is a very common question I am asked. So in this episode, I demystify the evidence behind the timing of your food intake, and give an overview of the impact of timing on fat loss, health, muscle gain and performance. The podcast mentioned in this episode is titled #49: NUTRITION - Fat Loss Methods: Understanding The Magnitude of Effect. References and links discus...

This episode is from my guest appearance on 'The Mind Muscle Project'. We discuss the factors that are causing the obesity epidemic, the use of aggressive dieting as a fast fat loss method and which supplement I think people should be taking, the answer may surprise you.... it's not Creatine. I am also asked some nonspecialist questions on my daily routine, who I would most like to int...

In this episode, I explain why, even though I have a lot of knowledge and experience, I still sometimes have imposter syndrome. I also give some practical tips on how you can overcome imposter syndrome and low self esteem.  References and links discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep55 As per the podcast, enter your email address here and I’ll email you a coupon for £80 OFF Mac-Nutr...

Don’t worry, I’m not selling out to some Very Low Calorie shake diet. I talk about how to aggressively diet i.e. lose fat as fast as possible, without having to count Calories. I also share some fool-proof strategies that might make it work for you.  References for the studies discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep54 As per the podcast, enter your email address here and I’ll email...

In this episode, I talk on why so many people get confused with what ‘Maintenance Calories’ means & how gaining fat whilst eating maintenance Calories is almost an impossible phenomenon. A list of the references and links discussed can be found at  www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep53 As per the podcast, enter your email address here and I’ll email you a coupon for £80 OFF Mac-Nutrition LIVE! -  htt...

An episode prompted by listener questions! In this episode, it’s a question or variation of a question I get ALL the time. What is the best deficit for fat loss? References and links discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep52 As per the podcast, enter your email address here and I’ll email you a coupon for £80 OFF Mac-Nutrition LIVE! -  TOPICS 06:10 -  What to consider when choosing...

In this episode I discuss the inevitability of criticism & some thoughts around handling it. “To avoid criticism, say nothing, do nothing, be nothing.” Elbert Hubbard References and links discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep51 TOPICS 02:11 - Which people suffer from Imposter Syndrome the most? 05:15 - Why you’ll always be criticised & what to do about it 10:37 - Why you c...

De Novo Lipogenesis - The reason carbohydrates don’t directly make you fat. In this episode I explain the real reason as to why the overconsumption of carbohydrate can lead to fat gain. A list of the references discussed can be found at  www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep50  TOPICS 02:10 -  Is it even possible to turn carbohydrates into fat? 04:03 - What happens in the body when you over eat carbs 07:50...

In this episode, I share how you can have the biggest chance of success in your fat-loss endeavours & explain the importance of considering the magnitude of effect in your strategies. I also reveal a few details about the upcoming Mac-Nutrition event MNU LIVE and why you need to be there this year!  References for the studies discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep49 TOPICS 00:2...

In this episode, I discuss whether there are people more suited to carb cycling, reveal the unique benefits carb cycling could offer you and discuss whether there are physiological advances of eucaloric carb cycling with regards to longitudinal fat loss. References and links discussed can be found at w ww. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep48 TOPICS 3:03 - Why the truth behind carb cycling could hurt your fe...

As part of #PCOSAwarenessMonth, I recorded this episode to dispel some of the common myths around Dairy & PCOS that are disempowering women! I discuss whether dairy actually causes inflammation, the impact of dairy on fertility and high protein diets for PCOS.  References for the studies discussed can be found at www. Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep47 Keep an eye out for my PCOS Awareness Month posts...