Well with Arielle Lorre

411: The Science of Metabolism: How to Burn More Fat & Break Plateaus with Dr. Latt Mansor

Sep 24, 2025
Dr. Latt Mansor, a metabolic health expert with a PhD from Oxford, joins the conversation to debunk myths about metabolism and weight loss plateaus. He explains how stress, hormones, and nutrient deficiencies impact fat burning, and shares insights on carb cycling as a strategy for overcoming plateaus. Dr. Mansor also discusses the benefits of exogenous ketones for energy and mental clarity, contrasting them with caffeine and GLP-1s. Plus, he emphasizes foundational lifestyle changes before turning to supplements for optimal health.
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ADVICE

Trust The Plateau

  • Expect weight loss and metabolic changes to plateau and then recalibrate; don't give up at the first stall.
  • Trust the process and push through plateaus to see further improvement.
INSIGHT

Metabolism Is Build And Breakdown

  • Metabolism is the body's process of creating energy through building (anabolism) and breaking down (catabolism).
  • Balanced metabolism requires both breakdown and rebuilding, like muscle damage then recovery.
INSIGHT

Intensity Dictates Fuel Choice

  • Exercise intensity determines whether you burn glucose (high intensity) or fat (low intensity).
  • Glycolysis provides quick ATP without oxygen, so intense work favors glucose usage.
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