Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi Aaron Straker + Bryan Boorstein - CGM, Cholesterol, Food Enjoyment, Low Volume
Mar 1, 2025
Aaron Straker, a health and fitness guru specializing in PEDs and bodybuilding, joins Bryan Boorstein, an expert in lipids and metabolic health. They dive into the fascinating world of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and their role in regulating blood sugar. The duo discusses the nuances of cholesterol management, the impact of diet on lipids, and the struggle to balance food enjoyment with health goals. They also explore innovative low-volume training methods and the effectiveness of calorie cycling for maintaining peak performance.
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CGM Experiment
- Dr. David Maconi's friend's wife used a CGM, prompting his own experiment.
- He found inconsistent readings compared to finger-prick tests, questioning CGM reliability.
Lipid Levels
- Brian Boorstein maintains consistently low LDL cholesterol (50-60 range).
- His APOB, however, increased from the 40s to the 60s in a short period.
Straker's Bloodwork
- Aaron Straker achieved his lowest APOB (80), HDL (60), and LDL (112) while consuming 4,000+ calories daily.
- He attributes the slightly elevated LDL to his high caloric intake and recent illness.