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Mark Sisson is a renowned health and fitness expert, author, and entrepreneur, celebrated for pioneering the primal lifestyle movements. Once a competitive endurance athlete who achieved a top-five finish in the Ironman World Championship, he is now a successful businessman who founded Primal Kitchen, a purveyor of paleo-friendly foods and supplements, bought by Kraft Heinz in 2018. In addition to his business ventures, he's a bestselling author, with works like "The Primal Blueprint" that promote ancestral eating and exercise habits for health optimization. Recently, Sisson embarked on a new entrepreneurial journey with his son, Kyle, to create Peluva, a better-for-your-body shoe company. He still produces content on his legendary blog, "Mark's Daily Apple," and is absolutely ripped and supremely healthy despite turning 70 next month. Get 10% off Mark's new shoes https://peluva.com/discount/SAPIEN Video version: https://youtu.be/A3jQXP9y5Uo   BUY THE MEAT NosetoTail.org Preorder the film here: http://indiegogo.com/projects/food-lies-post   SHOW NOTES:   00:00:00 Introduction to Mark Sisson and his shoe company, Peluva.  00:05:00 Talking about NoseToTail.org and the great products  00:10:00 Sisson's insights on modern running shoes and his journey to designing minimalist shoes.  00:15:00 Emphasis on foot health and the drawbacks of cushioned shoes.  00:20:00 Sisson dispels misconceptions about orthotics, advocates minimalist shoes, and introduces Peluva's Strand model.  00:25:00 Sisson discusses human feet evolution, barefoot experience benefits, and safe transition to minimal shoes.  00:30:00 Importance of toe articulation and foot strength training, promoted through Peluva shoes.  00:35:00 Overview of Peluva's different shoe models and their applications. 00:40:00 Critique of cushioned shoes and the benefits of minimalist footwear for foot mobility.  00:45:00 Sisson talks about the role of walking, exercise, and his personal dietary habits.  00:50:00 Sisson outlines his daily routine, metabolic flexibility, and the value of nutrient-dense diets.  00:55:00 Discussion on caloric value of nutrients, protein-centric diets, and metabolic flexibility.  01:00:00 Closing with Sisson promoting Peluva (use code SAPIEN to get 10% off) and his ambition to globally improve foot health. Get 10% off Mark's new shoes https://peluva.com/discount/SAPIEN   BUY THE MEAT NosetoTail.org Preorder the film here: http://indiegogo.com/projects/food-lies-post       Follow along: http://twitter.com/FoodLiesOrg http://instagram.com/food.lies http://facebook.com/FoodLiesOrg

Dr. Chris Knobbe, a physician and researcher renowned for his work linking Western diets to chronic diseases, dives deep into the dangers of seed oils. He argues that these oils, often overlooked, are critical contributors to conditions like coronary heart disease and age-related macular degeneration. Highlighting his latest book, he exposes how modern diets have shifted from traditional practices, adversely impacting health. Knobbe emphasizes the need to revert to whole foods and questions the common perception of sugar being the main dietary villain.

On this episode, Brian interviews, Kyle Lasota a Sleep Expert, Biohacker, and YouTuber. Kyle has spent over $150,000 on his own personal health and has helped 1,000’s of people transform their sleep. Kyle breaks down exactly how you can start improving your sleep and achieve new levels of performance you previously never had access to. Using these practical biological principles and psychological triggers, he says, anyone can master their sleep. https://www.thesleepadvantage.co/sapien Check out the free video and the course above

Tara Couture is one of the most sensational humans the world has to offer. She is a retired Registered Holistic Nutritionist and mother of 3 amazing girls. She and her husband Troy, who works as an ER Doctor, live and manage their homestead farm where they raise and butcher all their own animals. She nourishes her family with nose to tail, regeneratively grown, beyond organic food. Show Notes coming soon!

Dr. Martin Gorman, a Bioesthetic trained Dental Practitioner with over 40 years of experience, and very knowledgeable expert in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Sleep disorders, and epigenetic orthodontics. Dr. Gorman describes his path into the field of sleep-breathing disorders, highlighting the effect of TMJ disorders on optimal airway patency as well as how this relates to breathing disorders, facial appearance, general well-being, and several predominant medical conditions.  Website: https://www.mgormandental.com/about/   Key Takeaways (simple version) (00:09) Getting a palate expansion (03:10) Dr. Gorman's journey with Sleep Apnea (06:42) About the jaw expansion work by Steven Lamberg (14:50) The scale of the problem of sleep apnea (20:16) The evolution of sleep tests  (26:41) Dr. Gorman’s new product that combines expansion and orthodontic treatment.  (30:35) How Dr. Gorman's appliance works and its benefits. (35:30) With the rising rate of heart attacks, there is now a scan that can show the level of cholesterol in blood vessels. (42:08) Most diseases have a root cause in sleep, diet, or lifestyle. (48:44) The side of your face that looks bad is the side of your head that did not develop well. (54:25) Comparing the roles of nutrition and physical activity in developing the proper jaw in kids.

Dr. Andreas Eenfeldt is a Swedish medical doctor specialized in family medicine and the founder and CEO of Diet Doctor, a fast-growing health company. He graduated from medical school at Uppsala University in 2000 and spent twelve years working as a doctor, treating patients with low-carb, high-fat diets. In 2015, he quit to focus on Diet Doctor, which is completely free from ads, product sales, or industry sponsorship and is instead funded by an optional membership. Dr. Eenfeldt is also on the board of The Dietary Science Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to improving scientific knowledge and helping people live healthier lives. Website: https://www.dietdoctor.com/authors/dr-andreas-eenfeldt Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrEenfeldt Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dietdoctor/   Key Takeaways (simple version) (04:12) Satiety is not just about energy balance or calories-in, calories-out, but offers a flexible approach to nutrition that can be tailored to the individual. (09:12) Carbs aren’t the problem as much as the type of carbs you eat, and how many calories you consume in a day. (18:40) Prioritizing satiety, particularly through the consumption of high-quality protein, ensures we don’t overeat. (24:58) The satiety approach is flawed… but its flaws are few compared to virtually all the mainstream diets out there. (46:53) Satiety can be thought of as an antifragile approach, in that criticism of the concept or evidence that appears to suggest the contrary only end up making the concept more robust. (55:52) People tend to eat more when their energy density is high. (58:21) You don’t need fiber on a low-carb diet, but one thing it does help with is satiety. (1:11:01) A healthy microbiome doesn’t necessarily lead to increased metabolic health, nor is it a solution to obesity. (1:14:26) Dr. Eenfeldt gives his thoughts on the recent debate between Dr. Nick Norwitz and Dr. Ted Naman on the satiety approach.

Ashley and Sarah Armstrong, aka The Strong Sistas, are powerlifters and nutritional coaches who are passionate about bioenergetic nutrition and regenerative agriculture. Suffering from autoimmune disease, the sisters have adopted an animal based lifestyle, utilizing the Carnivore Diet and the Ketogenic Diet, which has transformed their lives. Today, they live on a regenerative farm in Michigan and, in addition to their coaching practice, co-host the Rooted in Resilience Podcast.  Website: https://www.armstrongsisters.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strong.sistas/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongSistas/featured Show Notes  (04:59) Your ability to produce energy, resist disease, and eat a wide variety of foods is developed in the environment you grew up in. (12:38) We need to develop food awareness rather than food fear. (19:57) Reduce your endotoxin load to mitigate its negative impact on estrogen and serotonin. (31:58) There are many misconceptions around PUFAs and saturated fat. (40:27) A weight loss program can result in health issues because even a short-term caloric deficit leads to a significant decrease in thyroid hormone conversion from T4 to T3. (50:29) Calories-in, calories-out does matter; but, the state of your thyroid impacts your basal metabolic rate. (55:50) Ease of digestion should be considered when determining what to prioritize in your diet. (1:05:32) Dr. Ray Peat believes that the small intestine should be relatively sterile (1:13:09) Putting on muscle is extremely advantageous to women over 30.

Calley Means is the cofounder of True Medicine, which enables patients to use HSAs/FSAs to buy healthy food, exercise and supplements. He is writing a book, co-authored with his sister Dr. Casey Means, about how preventable cellular dysfunction (caused primarily by food) is at the root of nearly every chronic condition that plagues American life – and how to fix it. https://calleymeans.com/   Calley has invested in healthcare companies aiming to transform the current sick-care system, including Levels (providing patients with more metabolic health data), Atai (a leading mental health/psychedelic company), Delix (a leading psychedelic company), and Rejuveron (a leading longevity company), as well as consumer startups such as RapidSOS, UpSmith, Dynamic.xyz, and Vibe. Previously, Calley co-founded a company called Anomalie with his wife, which was acquired by David's Bridal. Anomalie's solution is the only customizable, made-to-order bridal brand that helps brides of all sizes, styles, and budgets visualize and create their perfect dream dress.   https://twitter.com/calleymeans https://www.instagram.com/calleymeans/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/calley-means-a29b5512/   SHOW NOTES:  (12:02) Is the growth of the healthcare industry correlated with better outcomes? (18:54) Humans and domesticated animals are the only creatures struggling with systematic obesity, depression, and metabolic dysfunction. (24:45) The average American today goes through 17 different medical specialists throughout their life. (30:59) Most forms of cancer aren’t “unlucky”. They’re very preventable. (44:01) Food, alongside other metabolic habits, are causing not just a health epidemic in the U.S., but economic and political turmoil as well. (54:17) The American Diabetes Association said that as long as you take your drugs (if you’re Type 2 diabetic) you can eat whatever you want. (56:43) Ultra-processed food is made up of highly-processed grains, sugar, and seed oils. (1:02:16) The USDA recommends up to 10% of our diet to be added sugar, nudging us into funding our destruction. (1:13:16) Is there any way, right now, without waiting for policy change, to use our current health benefits to buy root cause habits?     GET THE MEAT http://NosetoTail.org FREE SAPIEN FOOD GUIDE http://sapien.org   Follow along: http://twitter.com/FoodLiesOrg http://instagram.com/food.lies http://facebook.com/FoodLiesOrg  

Ted Naiman is a board-certified Family Medicine physician in the department of Primary Care at a leading major medical center in Seattle. Senior Science and Communication Advisor for DietDoctor.com. His research and medical practice are focused on the practical implementation of diet and exercise for health optimization. He has an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering and utilizes engineering principles when dealing with complex systems such as human health and nutrition. https://tednaiman.com/  Dr. Nicholas Norwitz obtained his PhD in ketogenic nutrition and metabolism from Oxford University and is pursuing his MD at Harvard Medical School. He is a certified Metabolic Health Practitioner (MHP), and the author of peer-reviewed scientific papers and textbook chapters on topics including Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, gastrointestinal health, genetics, osteology, and Parkinson’s disease, as well as a blogger and lecturer on the application of the ketogenic diet as metabolic medicine. https://twitter.com/nicknorwitz   GET THE MEAT http://NosetoTail.org FREE SAPIEN FOOD GUIDE http://sapien.org   SHOW NOTES: [9:49] What is the idea of a healthy diet for a day? [13:05] The biggest factor in the obesity crisis. [17:19] Which is more important: food or exercise? [23:23] Are seed oils poison? [29:08] Satiety Per Calorie concept. [34:05] Is Nutrient Density scoring system going to work? [50:41] Satiety Per Calorie scoring system complexity. [1:13:50] Can the Diet Doctor resource scores be harmful for patients? [1:19:20] What is the Carbohydrate Insulin Model? [1:23:25] What all these models can not explain? [1:32:36] Is it possible to create a scoring system that would be generalizable?   Studies: [44:35] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30429127/  https://insight.jci.org/articles/view/128308  https://www.cell.com/cell/pdf/S0092-8674(22)00919-9.pdf    [1:17:00] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18805087/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23376733/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12672919/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17437143/    [1:24:11] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32666008/    [1:25:46] and [1:29:12] https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916522106167?via%3Dihub   GET THE MEAT http://NosetoTail.org FREE SAPIEN FOOD GUIDE http://sapien.org   Follow along: http://twitter.com/FoodLiesOrg http://instagram.com/food.lies http://facebook.com/FoodLiesOrg  

Robert Sikes (@ketosavage) is the Keto Savage, Founder of the Keto Brick, and accomplished Keto Bodybuilder. Robert is the author of the new book - Ketogenic Bodybuilding, a Natural Athlete’s Guide to Complete Savagery which is the culmination of his research and experience over the past 7 years of ketogenic natural bodybuilding, earning his pro card, and working with hundreds of clients. Robert hosts the Keto Savage podcast, the popular Keto Savage youtube channel with vlogs, cooking demos, and he also coaches clients through online coaching to improve their health, performance, and body composition. Logan Delgado, also known as GoodyBeats, is the co-founder and chief brand officer of BioCoach. Logan used to be 225lbs, overweight and out of shape and completely transformed his life through nutrition and exercise. A YouTuber, husband & father of two little girls, Logan is a huge inspiration in the health space and works his butt off every day to build a bigger following and influence to help motivate people! If you want some serious diet, workout, and life motivation give him a follow. Instagram: @goodybeats YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfLrsGeU0MJNw8o5aDdt5Bw     GET THE MEAT http://NosetoTail.org FREE SAPIEN FOOD GUIDE http://sapien.org   SHOW NOTES: (16:40) Be aware of how emotions play into your dietary choices, and never rely on willpower alone to keep you on track. (31:54) Sustainability is key to any dietary protocol. (37:10) A species-appropriate diet is not a high-carbohydrate diet, and especially not one made of highly-refined carbohydrates. (44:36) Diets are simple, but people are complicated. (59:34) Familiarize yourself with the nutritional makeup of the foods you eat on a daily basis. (1:05:45) Carbs can help in muscle-building as long as the other pieces of the puzzle are in place. (1:17:46) Building muscle has a myriad of benefits for everyone. This is part of the new Peak Human Debate Series where I talk to leading doctors, scientists, and health influencers about controversial topics.     GET THE MEAT http://NosetoTail.org FREE SAPIEN FOOD GUIDE http://sapien.org   Follow along: http://twitter.com/FoodLiesOrg http://instagram.com/food.lies http://facebook.com/FoodLiesOrg