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Barbell Medicine Podcast

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Aug 30, 2024 • 52min

306: Quack Watch (Threads Edition)

Dr. Baraki and Dr. Feigenbaum dive into the humorous side of health miscommunication on Threads. They clarify the difference between treating symptoms with medications and addressing root causes. The duo challenges common health metrics like BMI and discusses the real impact of grip strength. They tackle diet myths, critiquing trendy diets and emphasizing the connection between blood tests and underlying health issues. The conversation wraps up with insights on individualized exercise guidelines and the true nature of fatigue in training.
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Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 20min

Episode #305: Hyperthyroidism

In this lively discussion, Dr. Baraki and Dr. Feigenbaum dive into hyperthyroidism, illuminating its effects on metabolism and overall health. They unpack symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and various forms of the condition, like Graves' disease. The duo explores treatment options, including medications and radioiodine therapy, while touching on how thyroid hormones affect exercise performance. With a blend of humor and expertise, they even warn against T3 overdosing, leaving listeners both informed and entertained.
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Aug 16, 2024 • 59min

Episode #304: Hypothyroidism

Dr. Baraki and Dr. Feigenbaum, both medical professionals specializing in thyroid health, share insights on hypothyroidism. They discuss its causes, symptoms, and the critical role of testing in diagnosis. The conversation covers how hypothyroidism impacts athletic performance and muscle function, addressing common misconceptions about thyroid health. They also highlight the importance of safety in hormone supplementation and the ethical considerations of substance use in sports, providing a well-rounded perspective on managing thyroid conditions.
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Aug 9, 2024 • 24min

Episode #303: Metabolic Adaptation

Dr. Feigenbaum, an expert in metabolic adaptation, dives deep into the fascinating complexities of energy expenditure during weight loss. He reveals how daily calorie use can unexpectedly decline on a diet and discusses the intricate relationship between fat and lean mass in resting metabolic rates. The conversation also touches on the individual variability of metabolic adaptation, including the genetic and activity level influences that explain why weight loss results can differ so widely among individuals.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 1h 4min

Episode #302: July 2024 Research Review

Dr. Baraki, a knowledgeable fitness researcher, and Dr. Feigenbaum, an expert in health studies, dive into fresh findings in the fitness and health arena. They explore the psychological impacts of placebo effects on athletic performance, delving into how belief systems can shape outcomes. The duo also tackles the complexities of muscle growth measurement and shares valuable insights into the roles of cholesterol and hormones in overall health. For those juggling busy schedules, they offer convenient nutrition solutions and emphasize the importance of ongoing medical education.
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Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 11min

Episode #301: Great Debates in Fitness and Health VII

Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum debate fitness and health topics like spreading passion for strength training, medical mystery cases, coronary thrombus during exercise, fish oil consumption, weight loss rates, and the debate between VO2 max and strength for health benefits. They also touch on subscription meal services, language learning deals, and the importance of primary cardiologists in cardiology.
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Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 48min

Episode #300: Q/A With The Best Health and Fitness Pros

Experts like Adam Meakins and Alan Aragon discuss back pain, lifestyle changes for chronic diseases, training techniques for strength development, muscle growth, effective reps model for hypertrophy, and the importance of a well-rounded knowledge base in health and fitness industry.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 15min

Episode #299: FDA Bans BVO, BPC 157, Quack Watch, and More

Drs. Baraki and Feigenbaum discuss FDA bans on BVO, BPC 157, and quack watch. They cover a case study on bromism from excessive bromide intake, caution against veterinary medicines, and critically analyze collagen protein supplementation studies. The conversation also explores the origins, studies, and controversies surrounding BPC 157, highlighting the need for more scientific research.
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Jul 5, 2024 • 1h 22min

Episode #298: Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, Quack Watch, Mystery Case, and More

In this podcast, they discuss delayed onset muscle soreness, the importance of accurate lab interpretation, a mystery medical case, and unusual causes of rhabdomyolysis. They also critique Equinox's $40,000/year membership plan and explore the complexity of lab results and muscle damage markers.
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Jun 28, 2024 • 1h 8min

Episode #297: June Research Review, Brain Quack Watch, Mystery Case with Fatigue

In this podcast, the hosts cover a range of topics from research findings to a mystery case with fatigue. They discuss the implications of daily multivitamin use on mortality and delve into a detailed case review of low testosterone levels. Additionally, they explore the importance of exercise for fall prevention and using waist to height ratio as a predictor of disease risk.

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