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Ep. 391 Why Processed Foods Wreck Metabolic Health with Vinnie Tortorich

Aug 28, 2024
01:11:50

I am delighted to reconnect with my good friend, Vinnie Tortorich, today, who was a guest on episodes 133 and 191. For those who may not be familiar with Vinnie, he is a truth-teller and disrupter who prompts people to think outside of their comfort zones in an easy and non-confrontational way. He is host of the Fitness Confidential Podcast, author of Fitness Confidential, and documentary film expert. His most recent documentary is Dirty Keto.

In our conversation today, Vinnie and I dive into the impact of the processed food industry on metabolic health, looking at the issue with net carbs, the dangers of sugar and artificial sweeteners, and their role in the ongoing metabolic health crisis. We discuss the consequences of instant gratification, sedentary lifestyles, and the addictive nature of processed sugars and grains, also exploring various medical therapies, including GLP-1s. 

I am confident you will enjoy this discussion with Vinnie Tortorich as much as I did.


IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

  • How the processed food industry created the term net carbs to make processed foods appear healthier
  • The importance of addressing sugar addiction
  • The lack of discussion around the health risks associated with society celebrating obesity
  • How instant gratification has impacted people’s food choices and health
  • The importance of recognizing true hunger versus boredom or stress-induced cravings
  • How uncomfortable feelings can lead to food addiction
  • Why it is essential to make exercise a daily habit
  • Why it is crucial to avoid non-vegetable carbohydrates for metabolic health
  • A strategy for enjoying sweet treats while maintaining a ketogenic diet
  • How food influences metabolism and brain function
  • Weighing up the risks and benefits of GLP-1 therapies for metabolic health


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Previous Episode Mentioned

Ep. 191 Benefits of an Animal-Based Diet vs a Plant-Based Diet with Vinnie Tortorich

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