Nutrition Science Daily for Fat Loss (Not Weight Loss), Muscle, Macros, and Metabolism

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→ ⁠ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. ⁠ This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going! -- Is your snacking habit sabotaging your weight loss goals, or could it actually be the secret weapon you need? Discover how mindful snacking can influence your fat loss journey. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question f...

→ ⁠ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. ⁠ This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going! -- Are seed oils truly harmful, or is the hype unfounded? We dissect the controversy and reveal what science says about these common plant-based oils. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

→ ⁠ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. ⁠ This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going! -- Could reducing ultraprocessed foods in your diet boost your energy and improve overall health? Discover the benefits of cutting back on these foods (by adding in THESE foods instead) and practical tips...

→ ⁠ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. ⁠ This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going! -- Could omega-3 supplements, vitamin D, and regular exercise collectively slow down aging? Discover the compelling findings from a recent study and how you can apply them to your life. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a...

→ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going! -- Could cutting ultraprocessed foods be your simplest path to faster fat loss? New research reveals how these convenient foods disrupt your appetite control, making it easier to overeat without realizing it....

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Flu season is (still) here, and your immune system needs the right fuel to stay strong! Forget over-hyped supplements. Here are 5 of the best science-backed nutrients to keep you healthy. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- This mineral is critical for blood sugar control, muscle function, and stress management, yet most people don’t get enough. Here’s how to fix that with food and supplementation. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow t...

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Diet fads never seem to die, even when science disproves them. From starvation diets to fat-burning teas, here are the 5 worst (and outdated) diet trends—and what actually works instead. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

→ ⁠⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Are blood sugar spikes actually as bad as we think? A new study suggests that CGMs may mislead healthy individuals, overestimating glucose levels and making people fear normal foods. Here’s what actually matters for metabolic health. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here...

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⁠⁠⁠ Download the FREE Nutrition 101 for Body Composition guide ⁠⁠ to setup your calories, macros, meal timing, workout nutrition, and more to lose fat and build muscle -- The phrase “eat less, move more” sounds simple, but why do so many people struggle with fat loss? Today, we break down the real science behind fat loss and why this advice often falls short. This is part 5 of a 5-part series on N...

⁠⁠⁠ Download the FREE Nutrition 101 for Body Composition guide ⁠⁠ to setup your calories, macros, meal timing, workout nutrition, and more to lose fat and build muscle -- Is intermittent fasting really superior for fat loss, or is it just another way to cut calories? Today, we break down the science behind IF and its real effects on weight loss. This is part 4 of a 5-part series on Nutrition Myths...

⁠⁠⁠ Download the FREE Nutrition 101 for Body Composition guide ⁠⁠ to setup your calories, macros, meal timing, workout nutrition, and more to lose fat and build muscle -- Are seed oils, sugar, and artificial sweeteners really harmful, or is this just another case of nutrition fearmongering? Today, we break down what the science actually says. This is part 3 of a 5-part series on Nutrition Myths th...

⁠⁠⁠ Download the FREE Nutrition 101 for Body Composition guide ⁠⁠ to setup your calories, macros, meal timing, workout nutrition, and more to lose fat and build muscle -- The idea of being “fat adapted” on a keto diet sounds appealing, but does it actually help you burn more fat? Today, we’re breaking down what the science says about low-carb diets, fat oxidation, and long-term fat loss. This is p...

⁠⁠⁠ Download the FREE Nutrition 101 for Body Composition guide ⁠ to setup your calories, macros, meal timing, workout nutrition, and more to lose fat and build muscle -- Carbs have been blamed for weight gain for years, but is there real science behind it? Let’s break down the myth and what the research actually says about carbs and fat loss. This is part 1 of a 5-part series on Nutrition Myths th...

→ ⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Your nutrition might be the missing link between you and better performance. A new study reveals the strong relationship between your diet, strength, and endurance, and we’re breaking it all down! -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fol...

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→ ⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- If you’re only using the scale (body weight) to track progress, you might be missing out on the bigger picture. Today we break down why THIS is the real game-changer and how to track muscle and fat changes accurately. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

→ ⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- The high-protein food trend is everywhere, but is it actually helping your diet, or is it just another marketing ploy? With protein-packed everything on store shelves, we’re looking at whether these products are truly beneficial or just ultra-processed distractions. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a...

→ ⁠⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Lemons are often marketed as a health and weight loss hack, but do they actually live up to the claims? Today, we break down the real benefits, the overhyped myths, and the potential downsides of adding lemons to your diet. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

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→ ⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Trigger warning: the carnivore tribes and trolls may want to avoid this one. Otherwise you might end up eating an apple. Some people swear by the carnivore diet for reducing inflammation, boosting energy, and fixing digestion—but does the science back it up when compared to any othe...

→ ⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Berberine has been called “nature’s Ozempic” for blood sugar control and fat loss—but is it really as powerful as the hype suggests? We analyze the latest research to see whether berberine is a game-changer or just another overrated supplement. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast...

→ ⁠Join our free Facebook group⁠ for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As -- Beet juice is hyped for improving blood flow, endurance, and heart health, but is it worth adding to your daily routine? A new study puts these claims to the test—let’s find out what really happens when you drink beet juice every day. -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ask a question for the podcast here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...