Fitness Stuff (for normal people) #132 // Energy Drinks, Caffeine & Cortisol, Green Tea, and Mukbangs
Aug 12, 2024
Dive into the dangers of energy drinks and their alarming health implications, especially for fitness buffs. Explore the mukbang craze and its unsettling ties to binge eating and body image. Unravel the intricate relationship between caffeine and cortisol, debunking myths about weight gain and fat loss. Lastly, learn why green tea's reputation as a weight-loss miracle may not be as justified as many believe. Join the conversation that challenges popular health narratives!
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Energy Drink Evolution
03:17 • 21min
Mukbang Madness: The Dark Side of Food Entertainment
23:55 • 11min
Caffeine, Cortisol, and Weight Loss Myths
35:06 • 7min
Understanding Cortisol: Testing and Management Strategies
42:08 • 2min
Critique of Comparing Natural Supplements to Pharmaceuticals
44:31 • 3min
The Myths of Green Tea and Weight Loss
47:05 • 7min