Max Lugavere

Max Lugavere, a New York Times bestselling author and expert in brain health, shares groundbreaking insights on the first clinical trial of creatine for Alzheimer’s patients. The study showed astonishing cognitive improvements with high-dose creatine, offering hope for safer alternatives to traditional medications. Max discusses the critical role of diet and lifestyle in preventing neurodegenerative diseases, emphasizing the importance of personal empowerment and education in health decisions. Join him for revelations about nutrition's impact on cognitive well-being!

Max Lugavere and Luke Cook debunk Netflix's vegan documentary 'You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment'. They discuss the biased nature, flawed Stanford study, and misleading portrayal of the standard American diet. The podcast also explores the complexities of LDL cholesterol, questions the expertise of politicians in the documentary, highlights the importance of clean water and fiber for gut health, and emphasizes focusing on what we can control and nurturing relationships.

In this insightful discussion, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a fellowship-trained physician and founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine, explains the parallels between calorie tracking and financial management. Health journalist Max Lugavere emphasizes the quality of calories and its significance in weight management. Meanwhile, fitness expert JJ Virgin recommends a 21-day tracking challenge to kickstart weight loss. Together, they stress the undeniable role of calorie awareness in achieving health and fitness goals.

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, WHOOP, and Lifeforce.Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Max Lugavere to discuss all things weight loss and what Max did to lose 10 lbs of fat in just two months while continuing to build lean muscle.Max Lugavere is a health and science journalist and author of the New York Times best-seller Genius Foods, and The Genius Life. Max is the host of one of the top health and wellness podcasts on iTunes, The Genius Life. He is an international keynote speaker that has given talks at SXSW, the New York Academy of Sciences, the Biohacker Summit in Sweden, and many others.In this episode, Dhru and Max dive into:-The biggest weight loss mistakes (1:55)-Prioritizing protein for fat loss and muscle retention (7:34)-Max’s cheat codes for weight loss (19:29)-Overeating healthy foods as a source of weight gain (25:18)-Using a digital food scale (28:49)-Added fat as a source of excess calories (41:16)-How to simplify cooking at home (46:41)-Examples of how Max reaches 30 grams of protein at every meal (54:32)-Walking as the ultimate fat-burning tool (1:00:24)-Boredom snacking (1:10:42)-The value of the food matrix in weight loss (1:16:12)-Max’s views on society’s narrative around obesity and weight loss (1:21:15)-How not to eat like a snob (1:28:22)-Common sources of overconsumed dietary fat (1:39:00)-Satiety per calorie (1:45:22)-Consistency and patience (1:50:30)Also mentioned in this episode:-Get Max’s Fat Loss Cheat Codes-Max’s Fat Loss Cheat Codes Tweet-The Genius Life Podcast-Sign up for Max’s newsletterFor more on Max Lugavere, follow him on Instagram @maxlugavere, Twitter @maxlugavere, YouTube @maxlugavere, and through his website, maxlugavere.com.Cozy Earth are the most comfortable, temperature-regulating, and non-toxic sheets on the market. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com and use code DHRU.WHOOP is a personalized digital fitness tracker and health coaching platform that monitors your physiology 24/7 and provides personalized recommendations based on what your body needs. To get yours, go to join.whoop.com and get your first month free.Lifeforce is a revolutionary new health platform that’s changing the game when it comes to personalized performance and longevity-based action plans. Right now, get 15% off your first purchase at Mylifeforce.com with code DHRU.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nutrition and brain health expert, Max Lugavere, discusses brain-boosting foods, nootropic supplements, keto, stress relief, and his coined term 'keto fluid' in a live studio audience. Topics include optimizing brain health with nutrients, managing stress, exercise benefits, intermittent fasting techniques, protein intake, veganism doubts, and traditional medicine practices.

Max Lugavere, health journalist and bestselling author of *Genius Foods*, joins Dave Asprey to delve into the hidden dangers of so-called 'healthy' foods. They discuss how sugar can sabotage metabolism and the pitfalls of whole grains. The conversation covers the importance of cooking methods, the impact of fasting, and the real effects of processed foods. Lugavere also challenges myths around plant-based diets and highlights the significance of culinary literacy and biocompatibility in achieving optimal health.

Health and science journalist Max Lugavere discusses the environmental factors influencing dementia risk, such as air pollution, microplastics, and ultra-processed foods. He also shares insights on his new documentary, foods to avoid for better brain health, and personal experience with a loved one suffering from dementia.

Max Lugavere, NYT bestselling author and brain-health advocate, joins the conversation to reveal eye-opening insights about nutrition and longevity. He debunks misconceptions about Alzheimer’s, emphasizing controversial dietary strategies like the ketogenic diet. Max shares his perspective on food as medicine and the alarming effects of ultra-processed foods on health. With a mix of science and personal anecdotes, he highlights the importance of informed dietary choices and ongoing awareness for dementia prevention.

Max Lugavere, a science journalist and bestselling author, discusses nutrition and dementia, particularly focusing on the link between certain genes and Alzheimer's disease risk. He also delves into the impact of trans fats on brain health and the benefits of plant defense compounds and brain-boosting supplements.

In this discussion, health and science journalist Max Lugavere delves into the chaotic landscape of modern nutrition. He tackles contentious topics like seed oils vs. beef tallow and the myths surrounding soy, emphasizing the importance of quality in dietary choices. Max highlights the health benefits of whole soy foods and the nutritional value of eggs, stressing a balanced approach to dietary fats. The conversation also touches on the effects of extra virgin olive oil and encourages listeners to navigate the complexities of food beyond simple caloric values.