LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam #333: Keto Myths, Carb Days, and Why Calories Don’t Count | Ben Azadi on Breaking the Weight Loss Cycle
May 9, 2025
Join Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and author of Metabolic Freedom, as he debunks pervasive weight loss myths. He discusses why calorie counting often fails, stressing the importance of metabolic flexibility and gut health. The conversation covers keto diet evolution, the dos and don’ts of carb cycling, and intermittent fasting pitfalls. Ben highlights the significance of muscle mass in metabolic health and the emotional power of gratitude, all while reshaping how we think about food for sustainable wellness.
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Gym Trainer's Oversimplified Advice
- A personal trainer told an overweight man only to expend more energy than consumed.
- Ben Azadi points out this oversimplifies weight loss and misses metabolic damage.
Calories Are Not Everything
- Calories matter but are not the main factor in weight loss.
- Hormones and cell inflammation drive fat gain more than calorie counting.
Eat Real Food to Reduce Inflammation
- Lower cell inflammation to improve hormone function and fat burning.
- Eat whole, minimally processed real foods instead of ultra-processed items.
