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82. Dr. Paul Saladino: The Big Lie and The Real Reason You Can't Lose Weight

The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka

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Calories Aren't Everything: Quality Matters

Recent findings indicate insufficient evidence connecting ultra-processed foods directly to obesity, prompting calls for further research. An important discussion arises around the assertion that 'calories cause obesity,' highlighting the necessity of understanding caloric quality. Not all calories hold the same impact on weight loss; evidence suggests significant differences in physiological responses to ultra-processed versus unprocessed foods. A controlled study by Kevin Hall underscores this, where participants consuming equal caloric amounts from ultra-processed and unprocessed foods exhibited differing metabolic reactions, illustrating that caloric intake alone is not a comprehensive measure for weight management.

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