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Podcast #7: Low-Carb Diets with Adam Kosloff

Oct 11, 2011
Adam Kosloff, a journalist and blogger focused on low-carb diets, shares insights from his journey in the world of nutrition. He discusses the evolution of his knowledge and dispels common myths surrounding low-carb dieting. Tips for overcoming carb cravings and successfully integrating exercise into a low-carb lifestyle are among the highlights. Adam emphasizes the personalized approach needed for dietary changes and addresses the emotional challenges many face when navigating food choices.
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ANECDOTE

Adam Kosloff's Career Shift

  • Adam Kosloff shifted from geophysics to screenwriting before diving into low-carb diets after reading Gary Taubes' "Good Calories Bad Calories".
  • He felt a higher calling to use his writing skills to challenge the USDA food pyramid advice to the public.
INSIGHT

Carbs Drive Fat Storage, Not Saturated Fat

  • Too many carbs and sugars disrupt insulin, promoting fat storage instead of fat burning.
  • Contrary to popular belief, research doesn't support that saturated fat like bacon causes heart attacks.
INSIGHT

You Can Overeat On Low Carb

  • It is possible to gain weight on very low-carb diets if you overconsume foods like lard.
  • Overeating still matters even on low-carb diets, reflecting nutrition's complex reality beyond simple calorie counts.
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