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The Revive Stronger Podcast

394: The High-Carb Diet Experiment - Bill Campbell

Dec 16, 2023
Bill Campbell, researcher, updates on his high-carb case study and delves into topics such as the insulin model, weight loss plateaus, diet and testosterone levels, achieving a lean physique, fat loss limits per day, and ongoing research projects in the lab.
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Episode guests

Bill Campbell

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Quick takeaways

  • Early weight loss plateaus are primarily due to a lack of adherence to the prescribed diet rather than significant metabolic adaptation.
  • Maintaining adherence to the caloric deficit is crucial for long-term weight loss success.

Deep dives

Perceived Weight Loss Plateau: Adherence vs. Metabolic Adaptation

In this episode, Dr. Bill Campbell conducts a case study on himself to test the assertion that a high carbohydrate diet with highly insulinogenic, high glycemic load foods can prevent fat loss. He ate processed foods, soda, cereals, and snacks, achieving a 10% weight loss. He also explores the causes of weight loss plateaus, using mathematical modeling to compare metabolic adaptation and adherence. The study suggests that early weight loss plateaus are more likely due to lack of adherence rather than a significant metabolic slowdown. They found that around six months, individuals start to experience diet fatigue and eat more, leading to reduced adherence to the prescribed diet. This finding highlights the importance of maintaining adherence to the caloric deficit for weight loss success on a long-term diet.

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