1263: Ways Building Muscle Speeds up Your Metabolism, How to Spot a Good vs. a Crappy At-home Workout, Healthy Alternatives to Unhealthy Foods & More

Apr 3, 2020

Delve into the fascinating link between muscle mass and metabolism and discover how building muscle can supercharge your calorie burn. Learn tips for spotting a solid at-home workout amidst a sea of questionable ones. Enjoy delightful food swaps that make healthier choices easy, like using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. The hosts also share practical health hacks, touching on current events and quirks of remote learning. Plus, get inspired with book recommendations perfect for navigating these uncertain times.

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Girls Gone Wild Crew Hired

Sal DiStefano's past business partners hired the Girls Gone Wild crew.
They created a "marijuana video" to pitch a reality show about their cannabis club.

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Z-Biotics for Alcohol

If you drink alcohol, consider Z-Biotics to reduce negative side effects.
Z-Biotics is a genetically modified bacteria that metabolizes acetaldehyde, a hangover-causing byproduct.

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Beaver Butt Facts

Justin Andrews discussed beaver anal gland secretions (castoreum) in food.
It's used for vanilla, raspberry, and strawberry flavorings in ice cream, soda, and other products.

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Health Hacks, Fitness Tips, and Current Events

01:44 • 6min

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Media Controversies and Moral Dilemmas

07:14 • 7min

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Ethics in Crisis Industries

14:18 • 7min

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Navigating Health Routines and Psychological Challenges

21:25 • 4min

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Flavor Surprises and Economic Shifts

24:59 • 22min

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The Shift to Remote Learning and Muscle Metabolism

46:44 • 5min

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Muscle Mass and Metabolism

52:01 • 22min

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Books for Uncertain Times

01:14:02 • 8min

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Embracing Spiritual Growth Through Weakness

01:22:11 • 3min

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Nobody Knows How to Make a Pizza

Julie Borowski

Tetiana Kopytova

This book, inspired by Leonard E. Read's 'I, Pencil', illustrates how millions of people with specialized skills contribute to making something as simple as a cheese pizza, without central planning. It teaches children about economic principles in an accessible way, highlighting the efficiency of the free market.

How an Economy Grows and Why It Crashes

Peter Schiff

Andrew Schiff

This book, written by Peter and Andrew Schiff, uses a fictional island nation to illustrate key economic principles. It explains how economies grow through production and savings, rather than consumption, and critiques Keynesian economics. The story covers topics such as the importance of capital, the dangers of inflation, and the consequences of government intervention in the economy. The book is known for its engaging and humorous approach to complex economic issues.

Little Blue Truck

Alice Schertle

In this picture book, a little blue truck drives through the countryside, greeting various farm animals. When a big dump truck gets stuck in the mud, the little blue truck tries to help but also gets stuck. The farm animals then come together to rescue both trucks, demonstrating the power of teamwork and the importance of helping others. The story is enhanced by Jill McElmurry's vibrant illustrations and Alice Schertle's rhythmic text.

Fingerprints of the gods

The Evidence of Earth's Lost Civilization

Graham Hancock

In 'Fingerprints of the Gods,' Graham Hancock argues that an advanced civilization existed in prehistory, which served as the common progenitor to all subsequent known ancient historical civilizations. He proposes that this civilization ended in a cataclysm around the end of the last ice age but passed on profound knowledge of astronomy, architecture, and mathematics to its inheritors. Hancock uses tools such as archaeo-astronomy, geology, and computer analysis of ancient myths to support his theory. He explores various ancient sites, including Egypt’s Great Sphinx, the Andean ruins of Tihuanaco, and Mexico’s Temples of the Sun and Moon, revealing evidence of a lost civilization’s vast sophistication and technological advancement.

Purpose Driven Life

Rick Warren

In 'The Purpose Driven Life', Rick Warren guides readers through a personal 42-day spiritual journey to transform their understanding of life's purpose. The book addresses three fundamental questions: Why am I alive? Does my life matter? What on Earth am I here for? Warren emphasizes that real meaning and significance come from understanding and fulfilling God’s eternal purposes for each person. The book is divided into short chapters, each designed to be read as a daily devotional, and includes God's five purposes for life: to love God, to be part of His family, to become like Christ, to serve Him, and to tell others about Him.

Great Teams

Don Yaeger

In 'Great Teams: 16 Things High Performing Organizations Do Differently', Don Yaeger explores the habits of successful teams across sports and business. Through over 100 interviews with top team builders, he identifies 16 essential practices that distinguish great teams from others. The book provides insights into creating a culture of greatness, managing conflict, and embracing change, offering practical advice for leaders seeking to enhance their team's performance.

A New Earth

Eckhart Tolle

In 'A New Earth,' Eckhart Tolle expands on the ideas presented in his previous book, 'The Power of Now.' He argues that our attachment to the ego is the root of suffering, anger, jealousy, and unhappiness. Tolle provides insights and practical advice on how to awaken to a new state of consciousness, letting go of ego-based thinking and embracing the present moment. The book emphasizes the importance of living in the now, recognizing the interconnectedness of all beings, and finding true fulfillment by aligning with one's inner purpose rather than external roles or material possessions.

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer Pump Head questions about how having more muscle speeds up your metabolism, how to spot a good at-home workout plan versus a poorly planned one, favorite healthy food swaps, and book recommendations for the quarantine.

Mind Pump’s despicable movie rentals from back in the day. (7:30)
How taking ZBiotics can assist with the current rise in alcohol consumption. (16:15)
Doug the mule. (19:15)
Sal’s ‘lockdown’ health hacks. (21:13)
Fun Facts with Justin. (25:00)
Why has In N Out closed down? (27:45)
Amazon employees are striking over COVID-19 fears. (28:56)
How free money is too good to be true. (29:46)
How companies/industries are pivoting during this crisis. (33:21)
The Mind Pump spouse questionnaire. (36:55)
Breaking down Jessica’s first trimester. (40:50)
Italy is flattening the curve. (43:10)
Home-schooling updates with Mind Pump. (43:41)
#Quah question #1 – You have mentioned that the more muscle you have the faster your metabolism can be. Can you please explain this a little bit further? (49:13)
#Quah question #2 - How can you spot a good at-home workout plan versus a poorly planned one? Almost everything I’ve seen online has me doing burpees until my knees give out. (57:45)
#Quah question #3 – What are some of your favorite healthy food swaps? For example, I use greek yogurt as a replacement for sour cream. (1:07:54)
#Quah question #4 – Do you have any book recommendations for the quarantine? (1:14:03)