The Art of Manliness

#285: The Real Science of Nutrition and Supplements

Mar 9, 2017

Guest Kamal Patel, researcher studying the effects of what we put into our body and director of Examine.com, discusses the confusion surrounding supplements and nutrition, how to read scientific studies on nutrition, which supplements actually work, and the growing field of nootropics.

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The lack of regulation in the supplement industry allows for misinformation and potentially dangerous products, highlighting the need for individuals to research and be cautious when using supplements.

Carbohydrates, fats, and meat are not inherently good or bad, but should be consumed in moderation and from healthy sources, emphasizing the importance of balanced consumption and understanding individual dietary needs.

Testosterone boosters and fat burners often offer minimal or short-term effects, and relying on them for dramatic results can be ineffective, highlighting the need for skepticism and a focus on proper diet and exercise.

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The Problems with Supplement Misinformation and Mislabeling

The podcast episode discusses the lack of regulation and misinformation present in the supplement industry. Due to the Dietary Supplement and Health and Education Act (DSHEA) passed in the early 90s, supplement manufacturers are responsible for the safety of their products, and the FDA intervenes only after unsafe supplements are identified. This lack of regulation allows supplement companies to make unsubstantiated claims and sell products with inaccurate ingredient labels. This poses risks to consumers as supplements may not contain the promised ingredients or may even contain harmful substances. The episode emphasizes the need for individuals to be cautious when using supplements and to research them thoroughly before taking them.

Introduction

3min

Supplement Effectiveness and Navigating the Confusion

22min

Common Nutrition and Supplement Myths

11min

Exploring Squarespace Courses and Understanding Personal Behavior in Dieting

1min

Principles of Weight Gain and Common Dietary Patterns

8min

The Lack of Regulation in the Supplement Industry

19min

The Real Science of Nootropics: Are They Worth It?

5min

Where to Learn More About Nutrition and Supplements

3min

If you work out regularly, you probably take some sort of supplement, be it whey protein or creatine or a pre-workout energy drink. But do the supplements you’re taking actually work?
My guest today on the show has spent his career studying the effects of what we put into our body and is the director of the online encyclopedia of supplements and nutrition called Examine.com. His name is Kamal Patel. He’s a researcher with an MPH and MBA from John Hopkins University and is working on his PhD in nutrition. Today on the show, Kamal and I discuss why there’s so much confusion when it comes to supplements and nutrition. For example, he explains why one study can say cholesterol is bad for you, while another one says it’s vital for health. Kamal then breaks down how to read scientific studies on nutrition so you can make informed decisions about your diet instead of relying on clickbait headlines published by pseudo-journalists. We then get into which supplements actually work and which ones are a waste of money. Kamal also shares his insights on the growing field of nootropics and if there really are supplements that will make you smarter.

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The Art of Manliness

#285: The Real Science of Nutrition and Supplements

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

The Problems with Supplement Misinformation and Mislabeling

The Myths Surrounding Carbs, Fat, and Meat

The Ineffectiveness of Testosterone Boosters and Fat Burners

Diet and its Impact on Health

Approaches to Weight Loss and Weight Gain

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