The Energy Balance Podcast

Bryan Johnson, a trailblazer in longevity and wellness, shares insights on his Longevity Blueprint. He discusses the pitfalls of extreme biohacking and the real cost of caloric deficits. The conversation delves into the complexities of diet, stressing the importance of individual responses over popular health trends. Stress and its impact on metabolic health are explored, alongside a critical look at glucagon and insulin’s roles. Johnson highlights the need for a balanced approach in health management and resilience building.

In this enlightening discussion, Berberine, known for its potential in weight loss and blood sugar control, and Urolithin A, noted for gut health benefits, share their insights. They explore the mechanisms by which Berberine lowers blood sugar and its role in gut health. The conversation also tackles the importance of pairing protein with carbohydrates and whether avoiding blood sugar spikes is necessary. Listeners learn about the benefits and complexities of these compounds, emphasizing a holistic approach to weight management.

In this episode we discuss: How to fix adrenal fatigue and adrenal insufficiency and whether these are really adrenal problems Whether it makes sense to use desiccated adrenal products or hydrocortisone for adrenal fatigue How the GAPS diet can resolve autoimmune issues and whether you should consider trying it How to improve fat digestion and bile flow How to improve digestion without a gallbladder   Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide   Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/   Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/   The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-121-how-to-address-adrenal-fatigue-gaps-diet-concerns-and-gallbladder-health/   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:13 – what is adrenal insufficiency and what causes it? 7:02 – what is adrenal fatigue and how can we reverse it? 11:54 – the drivers of adrenal fatigue and issues with typical treatments 18:51 – the importance of establishing solid diet and lifestyle foundations before adding supplements for adrenal support 24:42 – whether our bodies lose the ability to produce hormones as we age 27:20 – concerns with the use of natural supplements like desiccated adrenal glandulars, licorice, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) 36:07 – whether the GAPS diet is ideal for healing autoimmune conditions 40:01 – problems with the GAPS diet and other elimination diets 47:37 – the importance of individualizing your gut protocol and the problems with a cookie-cutter approach 52:09 – the connection between gut health, stress hormones, mental health, and autoimmunity 55:40 – how to improve digestion without a gallbladder 59:13 – common issues seen in those without a gallbladder 1:02:08 – long-term consequences of gallbladder removal and how to heal gallbladder issues 1:05:30 – when to use ox bile, TUDCA, taurine, glycine, or vitamin C 1:09:16 – how much fat to include in your diet to stimulate bile flow, and what types of fats are optimal 1:12:55 – strategies for preventing and resolving bile dumping and reflux 1:15:44 – additional consequences of gallbladder removal 1:17:36 – gallbladder issues in relation to hypothyroidism and estrogen dominance

Grant Genereux, an expert challenging mainstream views on vitamin A, dives into intriguing claims about vitamin A toxicity. He examines whether it's a real threat or merely exaggerated fear. The conversation includes the safety of Accutane and the actual risks of retinoic acid. Genereux critiques studies linking high doses to toxicity, suggesting that they may not reflect typical diets. Is there a conspiracy of vitamin A poisoning? Tune in for a fascinating take on this complex issue!

Discussion on vitamin A toxicity, Grant Genereux's claims, and Ray Peat forum; analysis of vitamin A deficiency research; critique of fearmongering and censorship; evaluation of rat studies on vitamin A intake; exploration of retinol in foods and protective aspects of butter; study on inducing vitamin A deficiency in rats and effects of retinoic acid; examination of various rat studies on retinoic acid, retinol, and deficiency; resources available on YouTube channel and website for further information.

In this episode we discuss: Why serotonin is NOT the “happy hormone” and you may not want to increase it How serotonin and depression relate to stress and energy balance Whether SSRIs are effective for depression How SSRIs actually work, their impact on metabolism, and whether they’re the best treatment option for depression The real drivers of depression and anxiety   Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide   Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/   Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/   The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-118-the-truth-about-serotonin-and-ssris-why-serotonin-is-not-the-happy-hormone   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 0:58 – the research showing that serotonin is not the “happy hormone” 4:56 – serotonin’s role in driving the stress state that leads to depression 8:26 – the overlap between anxiety and depression and why they are both characterized by elevated serotonin levels 10:27 – the origins of the idea that serotonin is the “happy hormone” and how serotonin became a marketing tool for pharmaceutical companies 14:49 – serotonin is increased during fasting and starvation and why increasing serotonin should not be our goal 20:16 – serotonin is increased during stress, shock, and infection and leads to learned helplessness 29:04 –SSRIs use in neonates causes depression in adulthood 31:35 – the serotonergic system as an adaptive stress response to a lack of energy 39:09 – serotonin’s role in energy redistribution under stress 43:15 – how SSRIs inhibit mitochondrial respiration, glucose metabolism, and energy production in the brain and liver 47:13 – how SSRIs can reduce symptoms and how the brain responds to SSRIs 52:42 – the true drivers of depression and anxiety 1:01:30 – how serotonin relates to stress hormones, including cortisol, and energy balance

In this episode we discuss: Concerns surrounding fructose malabsorption and whether fructose is really a FODMAP Whether you need to be concerned about excess fructose in foods Whether you should avoid sugar and supplement with fish oil for brain inflammation Diet and supplement strategies for brain injuries The impacts of drinking alcohol from the Bioenergetic view   Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide   Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/   Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/   The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-117-fructose-malabsorption-protecting-against-alcohol-and-brain-injuries-and-inflammation-q-and-a   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:15 – how fructose gets absorbed in the small intestine 4:24 – the optimal fructose to glucose ratio and how to tell if you have fructose malabsorption 8:41 – the details of how glucose helps with fructose absorption 12:04 – which foods have a high fructose to glucose ratio 16:24 – issues with FODMAP categorization and whether fructose is really a FODMAP 21:23 – listening to your body and understanding individual context vs following rigid “food rules” 27:39 – anti-inflammatory diets and whether we should avoid sugar and supplement with fish oil to reduce brain inflammation 32:06 – dietary and supplement strategies to promote an anti-inflammatory state in the brain 39:15 – the effectiveness of red-light therapy, methylene blue, progesterone, exogenous ketones, and polyphenols in treating brain injuries 44:31 – why we don’t want to prioritize omega 3s in the diet and whether eating fish is any better than fish oil supplementation 47:21 – reducing inflammation with the use of aspirin 47:53 – the main concerns with drinking alcohol: intestinal permeability, endotoxin production, and liver health 52:32 – stress-relieving supplement alternatives to alcohol and the effects of alcohol on vitamins and minerals 54:37 – strategies to mitigate the effects of alcohol in the short-term 58:14 – whether it makes sense to drink alcohol, alcohol use as a coping mechanism, and the impact of culture 1:00:07 – more strategies for mitigating the effects of alcohol in the short and long term

The podcast discusses the validity of counterarguments against the Lipid Energy Model, the relationship between high LDL and cardiovascular disease risk, the impact of thyroid and metabolism on high LDL in low-carb diets, the Lean Mass Hyper-Responder phenotype, and whether low-carb diets are ideal for cardiovascular health.

Discussion on high LDL cholesterol on a low-carb diet, Lean Mass Hyper-Responder (LMHR) phenotype, and Lipid Energy Model. Challenging mainstream views on cholesterol and heart disease. Adapting to lack of carbohydrates and elevated cholesterol levels. Implications for metabolism, hormones, and cardiovascular health.

Topics discussed include the benefits of increasing carbohydrate intake on insulin sensitivity, the role of stress hormones in driving insulin resistance, and the impact of fatty acid oxidation on liver and cardiovascular health. Contrary to popular belief, strategies like intermittent fasting and cold plunges may not effectively improve insulin sensitivity.