Barbell Medicine Podcast

Explore the weird science of the gravitostat theory, which suggests increased weight can aid weight loss. Discover the role of genetics in body weight regulation and the limited effectiveness of leptin. Delve into the potential benefits of understanding hormones secreted by the bone and their impact on hunger centers in the brain.

This podcast explores metabolic bariatric surgery, including its efficacy, eligibility criteria, and preoperative assessment. It also discusses the long-term outcomes and impact on fertility and pregnancy. The chapter highlights misconceptions and barriers surrounding the surgery and suggests rebranding as behavior change surgery.

Dr. Feigenbaum discusses the mechanisms, safety, and usage of creatine, debunking myths and providing insights on loading and maintenance dosing. The podcast also explores the effects of creatine on performance, health benefits, and its lack of link to hair loss. Safety considerations for different populations are addressed.

The podcast discusses the effectiveness of collagen protein in improving tendons, pain, and skin elasticity. It explores the role of exercise in osteoarthritis and debunks misconceptions about its negative effects. The hosts analyze the limited benefits of collagen protein compared to other forms of protein and highlight the influence of marketing on its popularity.

Topics discussed include the potential harm of consuming seed oils, whether a powerlifting program can achieve a great physique, long-term health risks, factors affecting vitamin D levels, interpreting testosterone levels, addressing obesity in children, and new YouTube videos.

This podcast explores the dark side of protein, discussing its impact on kidney disease, osteoporosis, kidney stones, and liver function. The hosts debunk common protein myths and introduce a segment called 'Quackwatch'. They also discuss protein intake guidelines, its relationship with kidney disease and calcium loss, its impact on bone health, and its effects on blood ammonia levels in liver disease. Additionally, they address exaggerated claims about protein and muscle gains while offering announcements and requesting reviews.

The podcast discusses the impact of high volumes of sets on strength and hypertrophy, weakness in American adults, genetic predisposition for low or high carbohydrate diets, qualities of a good interviewer, upcoming guests, an embarrassing interaction, an upcoming event, a protein supplement sale, debunking migraine claims, measuring sodium deficiency and its effects, factors affecting muscle growth, defining sarcopenia, genetic variations and weight gain, and the limitations of personalized solutions in genetics, nutrition, and training.

Dr. Guyenet, an expert in appetite, hunger, and eating behaviors, joins Dr. Feigenbaum to discuss the neurobiology of hunger and cravings, the impact of the food environment on food choices and obesity, challenges of policy changes, unveiling the scope of nutrition misinformation, and the differences between reference-based science and evidence-based science.

Speakers tackle topics such as negative self-talk, handling conflicting information, the use of assistive equipment for non-competitive lifters, managing food cravings and the role of protein, approaching sensations like numbness and tingling, and programming considerations for medical conditions.

Dr. Jose Areta, an expert in energy deficit in sport, joins Dr. Feigenbaum on this episode. They discuss the impact of energy deficits on performance, explore the distinctions between endurance and strength sports, and emphasize the importance of an integrative approach to optimize performance. They also delve into topics like weightlifting belts and accessories, muscle gain during an energy deficit, and muscle protein synthesis.