Mistakes are a part of life. We all make mistakes when building healthy habits and a healthy lifestyle.  In this episode, I want to discuss 7 common mistakes that prevent people from getting the long-term results that they want despite putting in lots of effort.  Chances are you are making at least one of these mistakes. Make sure you tune in to the podcast to learn more.  Energy Balance Podcast Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here.

Explore the hype around glucose spikes, who should be concerned, money influences, managing blood sugar through lifestyle habits, accurate information promotion, glucose monitoring importance, balanced meal's impact on blood sugar levels

We've all been told that organic, grass-fed, free-range are healthier options than "conventional". But are they really?  And if so, how much of a difference is there between the organic/grass-fed options than the conventional ones?  On this episode of the podcast we dive into the resaerch to help answer these questions.  We discuss nutritional differences between organic and convnetional produce Concerns with pesticide exposure on convnetional produce The nutritional differences between grass fed and conventionally raised beef  Caged vs. pastured and free-range eggs  and more.  Make sure to tune in the show to help you clear up some of the confusion on this topic and help you make informed choices that you feel comfortable with.  Make One-Time Donation to Support the Show  Omega-3 Episode  Citations Included In This Episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24968103/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31861431/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8728510/ https://publications.waset.org/10001374/comparison-of-bioactive-compound-content-in-egg-yolk-oil-extracted-from-eggs-obtained-from-different-laying-hen-housing-systems Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here.

Unlike men, women's hormones can change throughout the month and this can have an impact on energy, recovery, sleep, and more. This can add a layer of complexity to exercise for women and it is something that should be taken into consideration.  Syncing your exercise training and other habits according to the phase of your menstrual cycle has become a hot topic recently and there are a lot of claims being made online about how women need to modify their habits during different phases of their menstrual cycle.  Today on the show I am interviewing Dr. Alyssa Olenick who is one of the leading experts in the field of women's hormones and exercise training to discuss this topic in more depth. In this episode, we take a deep dive into: The different phases of the menstrual cycle and how hormones can change throughout the month  The implications of those hormonal changes on exercise training and performance The importance of autoregulation vs. cycle syncing your training program And more... If you are a woman who exercises or are a man who works with women, you do not want to miss this episode.  Want to support the show? You can do so here.  Alyssa's Instagram  Alyssa's Website       Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here.

Have you ever wondered how people can get so popular promoting things that aren't backed by any evidence whatsoever? Have you ever wanted to become  known for having special health and nutrition information that is unknown to anyone else?  If so, then this episode is for you.  In this podcast, I am going to discuss the step-by-step formula for how people position themselves as nutrition and health gurus. We will outline the tactics that are used, how to gather compelling testimonials, and more!  You don't want to miss this episode:    Vanity Fair Article  Energy Balance Podast     Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here.

Processed foods have been another hot topic in recent years. Many people claim that they're unhealthy and should be avoided at all costs. However, the truth is that almost every food we eat is "processed" in some way. So, what exactly are processed foods, and how do they really affect our health? In this episode of the podcast we are going to discuss:  Why almost every food is a processed in some way The NOVA criteria for classifying processed and ultra-processed foods.  The relationship between processed food consumption and health outcomes in the scientific research Reasons why processed foods can have negative effects Practical considerations for including processed food into your diet And more... Make sure you tune into the show to learn more.  If you want to support the show, you can do so here: Paypal One-Time Donation Page   Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here.

  Saturated fats are another topic that has stirred up controversy in the field of nutrition for quite some time.  The government recommends limiting saturated fat consumption to less than 10% of total energy intake to reduce risk for heart disease, but there is a growing number of people encouraging consumption of more saturated fat... Who is right? Just like with any topic there is a lot more nuance that needs to be added to this discussion. On this episode of the show we will discuss:  Saturated fat types and where they are found in foods  How different fatty types have different biological effects  Evidence of the role of saturated fat on various health outcomes Practical considerations for you saturated fat intake and more.  Tune in to the podcast to learn more.   Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here.

Dr. Krystle Zuniga, Professor of Nutrition at the University of Texas and cancer dietitian, discusses the vital role of nutrition during cancer treatment, key cancer prevention tips, fasting and ketogenic diets as potential treatments for cancer, and debunks misleading stories of people who 'healed their cancer with food'. The podcast explores the complex relationship between nutrition and cancer, debunks the myth about sugar feeding cancer, analyzes cancer rates and factors, and emphasizes the importance of education and empowerment in cancer nutrition.

I love talking about the complexities of nutrition science, but the main reason I publish this show is to encourage you to make lifestyle choices that will positively impact your health.  Lifestyle change is more than just information.  So, on this episode of the show, we discuss a simple 4 step process for how to change your habits and 2 very important strategies that you can put into place to support long-term habit change.  Tune in to the show to hear more.  Paypal One-Time Donation Page     Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here.

Learn about the importance of building muscle for overall health, including benefits for bone health, metabolic health, and cardiovascular health. Discover the significance of strength training, common mistakes in the gym, and setting realistic muscle growth expectations. Explore the physical and mental benefits of weightlifting, as well as debunking myths about building muscle mass. Gain confidence and enhance your well-being through strength training!