Chasing Life It's Not Your Metabolism's Fault
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Aug 1, 2025 
Kevin Hall, a former NIH researcher and food science expert, joins to challenge weight gain stigma. He dismantles common myths about metabolism, urging listeners to rethink popular dieting narratives. Hall emphasizes the complexities of obesity, highlighting the role of systemic health issues over simplistic calorie counting. He also discusses the nuanced perspectives on ultra-processed foods, advocating for a more holistic approach to nutrition. With insights from his book, he champions the importance of scientific validation in understanding food's true impact on our health.
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Metabolism Misconceptions
- Metabolism is the process that powers every cell by converting food and oxygen into energy.
- Misconceptions about metabolism distract us from understanding true weight gain causes.
Slow Metabolism Myth Debunked
- People with obesity generally have faster metabolisms, not slower ones.
- Past underreporting of calorie intake led to the false slow metabolism myth.
Appetite Counters Weight Loss
- Weight loss drugs that increase calorie loss lead to modest weight loss.
- Appetite rises subconsciously, causing people to eat more and reach weight loss plateaus.
