The Energy Balance Podcast

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Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

2:29 – does insulin really slow your metabolism and make you fat?

8:13 – the study doesn’t support Ben Bikman’s claims

16:33 – why suppressing insulin isn’t the goal

21:12 – Ben Bikman is wrong about insulin and fat storage

27:26 – the carb-insulin model ignores the research

36:16 – why lowering blood sugar and HbA1C doesn't mean you've fixed insulin resistance

43:17 – Andrew Huberman says to wait 90 minutes after waking before drinking coffee, is he right?

55:05 – how to avoid stress effects from coffee and afternoon energy crashes

59:21 – are you relying on stress hormones to stay alert and productive?

1:02:32 – five years on keto: what changed when he started eating carbs again?

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Show Notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/the-cancer-doctor-is-wrong-about-cancer/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

2:18 – Does Thomas Seyfried’s research on ketogenic diets and cancer support his claims?

10:23 – Thomas Seyfried’s research on ketogenic diets and cancer cont’d

17:42 – what do other studies reveal about keto and cancer growth?

26:05 – what human research reveals about ketogenic diets and cancer

32:02 – does metabolic health impact cancer? Is keto the answer?

38:19 – keto diets do not starve cancer cells

46:50 – can improving glucose metabolism and blocking fatty acid metabolism stop cancer?

50:24 – is starving cancer the solution? Is calorie restriction and weight loss beneficial for cancer?

55:52 – what is the best diet for cancer? is keto ever a good idea?

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

Check out the Energy Balance Food guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/

Check out the Energy Balance Solution here:

https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy-balance-solution/

Show Notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/the-cancer-doctor-is-wrong-about-cancer/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:33 – is Thomas Seyfried right about cancer as a metabolic disease?

3:22 – Thomas Seyfried’s claim that cancer cells can’t use fats or ketones as fuel

8:21 – how cells convert glucose, fatty acids, ketones, and glutamine into energy

15:18 – studies showing that ketones and fatty acids fuel tumor growth and metastasis

23:49 – Thomas Seyfried’s counterargument regarding tumor growth and metastasis from ketones and fatty acids

30:37 – studies that suggest fatty acid utilization as a fuel in cancer cells

42:06 – fatty acid metabolism and confirmed oxidative phosphorylation in cancer cells

54:53 – ketones are used as a fuel in cancer cells – confirmation of oxidative phosphorylation of ketones

1:00:53 – fatty acids are used as a fuel in cancer cells – confirmation of oxidative phosphorylation of fatty acids

1:13:25 – what does the research actually show when it comes to cancer, fatty acids, and ketones

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresapiela

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro
2:17 – Anthony Jay suggests that sugar is a worse fuel than fat
11:33 – is insulin resistance the cause of arterial plaque and heart disease?
16:47 – does the heart become “addicted” to sugar in insulin resistance and cardiovascular disease?
24:38 – fat metabolism is worse for insulin resistance in the heart
34:25 – don’t feed babies sugar or carbohydrates? do carbs drive heart disease?
44:55 – what Anthony Jay gets wrong about statins and diabetes
52:17 – after years of low-carb, she reversed fatigue, brain fog, and hormonal problems using a bioenergetic approach

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresapiela

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:55 – what Layne Norton eats in a day: protein bars, microwave meals, cereal, protein shakes

5:54 – problems with the “if it fits your macros” (IIFYM) diet camp

11:54 – the glaring hypocrisy in Layne Norton’s “no influencer BS” diet

17:43 – what Layne Norton eats in a day cont’d: frozen meals, popcorn, frozen yogurt, chicken + apples

20:12 – “consistency over perfection” mindset: terrible advice?

25:44 – “normal” may not be “healthy”

28:25 – is it possible to prioritize health on a busy schedule?

34:13 – time saving tips for healthy meal prep

42:47 – is Layne Norton’s diet any better than fast-food?

47:01 – social media vs reality: how health influencers hide their health issues

50:56 – success story: cravings eliminated by adding carbs post carnivore

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresapiela

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

2:12 –Thomas Delauer admits that intermittent fasting increases cortisol

9:38 – what fasting does to your digestion, thyroid, hormones, and metabolism

15:40 – why intermittent fasting is stressful and increases cortisol

20:20 – Thomas Delauer says intermittent fasting every day is harmful

28:06 – the consequences of long-term intermittent fasting

32:09 – more fat-burning doesn’t mean better health

35:34 – Thomas DeLauer’s new approach to fasting: does it actually make sense?

41:29 – should we try to increase autophagy for better health?

45:56 – are longer fasts better than daily intermittent fasting? do they improve insulin sensitivity?

53:13 – the best way to increase autophagy

1:04:30 – what to do if fasting makes you feel better

1:15:03 – restoring health and finding balance after vegan, OMAD, and carnivore diets

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:33 – is Dr. Boz’s diet healthy?

6:04 – will Dr. Boz crash and add in carbs soon?

11:46 – what Mike eats in a day

19:07 – how to adjust your diet for stable energy and satiety

24:08 – Mike eats beans, legumes, and cruciferous vegetables?

29:21 – should we adjust our calorie intake on workout days?

31:36 – what Jay eats in a day

40:20 – should you be eating 3,000–4,000 calories per day?

50:40 – do you really need to track your food?

55:06 – “nutrient density” is overrated – it’s not all about vitamins and minerals

59:35 – Theresa’s health journey and what she eats in a day

1:10:14 – important nutrient targets, the calcium to phosphorus ratio, & restoring gut health post-carnivore

1:16:49 – easy ways to get organ meat in your diet

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

2:05 – the underlying cause of hypothyroidism

10:43 – what is the true value of Ray Peat’s work?

17:57 – stress and aging: is taking thyroid medication the solution?

23:03 – taking control of your health vs. the modern medical system

25:20 – the forgotten key to healing and regeneration

29:34 – Ray Peat’s core principle and the reversal of aging

34:39 – the problem with modern biohacking and longevity

38:32 – why enjoying your food is more important than you think

46:54 – lack of appetite = RED FLAG

49:47 – how meaninglessness affects your health

56:32 – can your mindset actually change your physical health?

1:09:45 – strategies for finding more meaning in life

1:21:23 – reversing low testosterone, high blood sugar, low energy, and poor sleep with carbs

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

Check out the Energy Balance Food guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/

Check out the Energy Balance Solution here:

https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy-balance-solution/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:12 – how to fix insomnia and nighttime wake-ups in general and specifically for post-menopausal women

8:20 – hormonal shifts in post-menopausal women and what’s really going on with estrogen

13:57 – possible causes of blood sugar instability, hypoglycemia, anxiety, and jitteriness: common protein and fat mistakes on a “Ray Peat Diet”

19:00 – potential problems with probiotic and fermented foods for gut health (yogurt, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, etc.)

25:44 – ketones vs. glucose and whether a ketogenic diet lowers oxidative stress

33:03 – do the benefits of ketones outweigh the costs of a ketogenic diet?

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

Check out the Energy Balance Food guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/

Check out the Energy Balance Solution here:

https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy-balance-solution/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro
1:26 – are beans and legumes actually healthy?
6:06 – whether we should avoid foods that spike our blood sugar
14:23 – challenging Ray Peat’s view that a higher resting heart rate is healthier than a low RHR
21:36 – factors that affect resting heart rate: stress, fitness, cardiac output, thyroid, and metabolic rate
25:22 – why a high metabolic rate can be unhealthy or healthy
29:10 – what is an optimal resting heart rate?
31:51 – the optimal amount of exercise to do each week
37:00 – when high-dose vitamin B1 supplementation may be beneficial
38:49 – do carbohydrates deplete thiamine (vitamin B1) and other nutrients?
41:15 – whether palm oil is healthy

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:36 – good vs. bad cravings: how to tell the difference

4:28 – how to use cravings to understand what your body actually needs

10:15 – healthy hunger vs compulsive eating

15:27 – should we limit calories, carbs, fat, or salt? are carbs addictive?

17:51 – one common reason people feel better on low-carb, keto, and carnivore diets

20:07 – how chronic stress and trauma shape cravings and compulsive behaviors

22:26 – is sugar really addictive like a drug?

26:08 – does a bad response mean it’s a bad craving?

31:12 – how to understand your cravings

35:53 – your response to foods is only part of the picture

39:38 – where sauna, exercise, cold exposure, and fasting fall on the stress spectrum

45:14 – cold plunging vs saunas: why Jay says sauna is better

48:57 – pros and cons of fasting

51:35 – is exercise beneficial because it causes stress?

57:00 – the benefits of sauna use and whether heat shock proteins are really beneficial

59:39 – where walking, HIIT, saunas, and cold plunges fall on the “stress spectrum”

1:02:04 – why metabolic markers can improve from stressors

1:04:35 – can HIIT and endurance training ever be beneficial from a bioenergetic perspective?

1:06:55 – how much exercise is too much?

1:09:27 – how carbs restored energy and recovery for a former carnivore athlete

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:32 – Mike Israetel on Retatrutide as the next “miracle drug”

4:06 – concerns with increasing glucagon: thyroid, fat metabolism, reproductive hormones

7:22 – Retatrutide leads to more aggressive weight loss at the expense of health

10:17 – is Retatrutide really healthier for your internal organs (fatty liver, heart, kidney)

11:41 – healthy weight loss does NOT have to be uncomfortable

14:44 – Retatrutide signaling explained: what are the long-term effects?

20:46 – extreme dieting feels terrible for a reason; restriction is not the solution

24:10 –Mike Israetel’s diet explains his view of Retatrutide

27:50 – Kinobody (Greg O’Gallagher) says using GLP-1 medications is “high IQ"

31:29 – are GLP-1s just a “modern day tool” without consequences?

33:22 – is constant food availability the reason for widespread weight gain and obesity?

40:24 – why Greg Gallagher is getting push-back for taking Tirzepatide

43:09 – does “food noise” justify GLP-1s?45:20 – many fitness influencers have body image issues and perpetuate the cycle

50:40 – the truth about being lean/ripped – what’s actually healthy?

57:57 – obsession with body composition as a sign of poor health

1:02:03 – success story: from low-carb fear to feeling better with carbs

1:04:40 – why people are afraid to try carbs again after low-carb and common mistakes people make when reintroducing carbs

In this episode we discuss:

-The truth about GLP-1 receptor agonist weight loss drugs: benefits vs side effects

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:39 – unpacking Super Bowl ads for GLP-1 weight loss drugs

5:15 – why GLP-1 marketing is falling flat: are people waking up?

10:26 – are pharmaceuticals the solution for the modern food system?

14:40 – GLP-1 commercial downplays potential serious side effects

18:22 – the benefits of GLP-1 agonists for glucose metabolism

19:45 – the major difference between GLP-1 drugs and our own natural GLP-1 hormone

21:49 – GLP-1 drugs lead to increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal behavior

23:37 – gut problems, muscle loss, and 4x faster weight regain (additional side effects from GLP-1 drugs)

25:26 – risk vs. reward for GLP-1 drugs

29:53 –are GLP-1 drugs safe and effective long-term?

33:37 – GLP-1 drugs vs. diet and exercise

38:40 – using GLP-1 drugs for losing the stubborn weight and taking willpower out of the equation

43:13 – the “metabolic benefits” of GLP-1 medications

45:21 – whether it ever makes sense to take GLP-1 drugs for weight loss or improved health

48:31 – weight regain on GLP-1 drugs: are they a sustainable solution?

50:58 – severe undereating leads to faster weight regain, especially body fat

56:14 – weighing the convenience of taking weight loss drugs vs the side effects and long-term costs

58:23 – “food noise” vs. hunger and cravings

1:02:03 – how to get rid of “food noise” and chronic hunger and cravings

1:05:08 – sharing a listener success story: from carnivore and sad to crushing life with a bioenergetic approach

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Timestamps:

0:00 – intro
2:16 – Frost (FaceIQ) on why he transitioned away from carnivore to Ray Peat
4:27 – suboptimal blood test markers (low T3, low testosterone, high ferritin, etc) as a result of low-carb diets
6:20 – whether low T3 and elevated stress hormones are a problem on low-carb diets
11:46 – most people on carnivore experience deteriorating health over time
15:18 – debunking carnivore myths: modern fruit is sweeter, humans should be eating seasonally, and humans are not adapted to high sugar levels in fruits
20:57 – whether an increase in dopamine after eating fruit makes it an addictive drug
22:28 – carnivores don’t understand the Randle Cycle
26:19 – “carbohydrates are addictive”
27:24 – digestive symptoms when reintroducing carbohydrates
31:28 – ”once you start eating carbs you have to keep eating them”
33:05 – ”carbohydrates are not essential”
35:40 – the truth about sugar and glycation
39:07 – why the claim that fructose is toxic is false and the benefits of fructose
40:16 – “high-carb = high blood sugar = high glycation”
41:54 – carnivore excuses for high A1c on low-carb
44:01 – proof that low-carb dieting leads to high stress hormones

In this episode we discuss:

-Shawn Baker claims gluconeogenesis is fine – is he right?
-Dr Rob Cywes on carb addiction, insulin resistance, and bariatric surger

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:47 – Shawn Baker compares gluconeogenesis to cholesterol synthesis – is the comparison valid?

2:47 – is increasing gluconeogenesis through low-carb diets optimal?

6:54 – problems with upregulating gluconeogenesis: stress hormones, ammonia, muscle breakdown, and insulin resistance

10:15 – Shawn Baker’s claim that breathing too much isn’t stressful – is that true?

12:28 – gluconeogenesis as the result of elevated stress hormones – is there a long-term cost?

14:24 – Shawn Baker’s social media post reveals flawed reasoning and a lack of critical thinking

17:47 – what “stress” really means and whether cortisol is always harmful

23:45 – the cost of upregulated gluconeogenesis, elevated glucagon, and low t3 on low-carb diets

25:15 – Dr Rob Cywes’ claim that carbs do no harm, it’s our relationship with them that’s the problem

29:09 – Dr Cywes’ claim that glucagon is more important than insulin

33:33 – you're not addicted to carbohydrates, your body just needs fuel

38:13 – Dr Cywes contradicts himself on carbs and obesity

40:37 – native cultures on high-carb diets don’t have obesity or insulin resistance

43:05 – whether high insulin levels drive fat gain and why low-carb diets don’t prevent insulin excursions

44:51 – is diet properly considered before bariatric surgery?

48:08 – many “high-carb foods” are actually high-fat foods

49:01 – bariatric surgeries ignore other possible root causes of metabolic dysfunction

49:53 – Dr Cywes misunderstands glucagon, insulin, and cellular energy production

56:48 – what Dr Cywes gets right: stress hormones increase in reaction to a cellular energy deficiency

58:57 – elevated glucagon drives insulin resistance and whether glucagon resistance exists

1:03:41 – reversing keto damage: weight loss, gut, and brain health on a bioenergetic approach

In this episode we discuss:

-The calories in calories out model of obesity
-Dr Boz’s take on fruit and blood glucose spikes
-Richard Smith on aging and the NAD+ to NADH ratio

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:
0:00 – intro

1:17 – Is fruit evil or is Dr Boz insulin resistant?

5:00 – whether high blood glucose levels drive Alzheimer’s and dementia

7:39 – does glucose automatically get converted to fructose and fat?

10:58 – Dr Boz & Glucose Goddess’s fearmongering about fruit and glucose spikes

14:12 – Dr Boz parrots Robert Lustig: they’re both wrong about fructose

15:43 – concerns with blood sugar spikes when reintroducing carbs and whether using a CGM is worth it

17:32 – less, not more, glucose uptake in the brain creates the conditions for Alzheimer’s disease

20:15 – poor glucose utilization as a driver of Alzheimer’s and dementia

22:48 – reducing carbohydrate intake causes insulin resistance and less metabolic flexibility

26:27 – possible reasons for Dr Boz’s high blood sugar and our advice for Dr Boz

30:31 – our experiences with “keto snacks” and how keto caused intense cravings and binging

33:53 – Richard Smith on keto, NAD+ and aging

35:23 – what Richard Smith misses about glucose and the NAD+ to NADH ratio

41:00 – glucose metabolism leads to a higher NAD+ to NADH ratio than ketone metabolism

44:15 – how low-carb diets can restore the NAD+ to NADH ratio through stress pathways

47:02 – whether ketones are beneficial

49:57 – fats vs carbs: which is the better fuel for the NAD+ to NADH ratio?

55:17 – how to support healthy aging and NAD+ levels (hint: not low-carb)

1:00:31 – what the NAD+/NADH ratio actually indicates

1:05:02 – lower blood sugar with a bioenergetic approach

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

Check out the Energy Balance Food guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/

Check out the Energy Balance Solution here:

https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy-balance-solution/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:47 – Sean’s professional bodybuilding career and how excessive exercise harmed his health

5:50 – Sean’s experience with various diets (keto, carnivore, fasting, low-carb, carb-cycling, low-fat, etc.)

12:37 – issues with the low-fat craze of the 1980s and the cost of constant diet cycling

18:09 – excess protein slowed Sean’s metabolism and caused major gut issues

24:35 – how the sugar diet helped Sean recover from excess protein intake and low-carb diet stress

29:15 – using colon massage and myofascial release to support digestive health

31:23 – sugar diet results and how it impacted Sean’s bodybuilding competition and sleep

34:36 – muscle loss, lower energy, and cravings on the sugar diet

36:33 – how Sean transitioned to a more balanced approach while listening to his cravings and hunger signals

40:23 – when it comes to exercise, more is NOT always better

42:26 – improved health and freedom from listening to your body with the bioenergetic approach

46:27 – how to reverse autoimmune conditions like ankylosing spondylitis (AS) using a bioenergetic approach

49:04 – Sean’s advice to young athletes on how to support long-term health

50:43 – how Sean overcame health dogmatism

In this episode we discuss:

-The calories in calories out model of obesity
-What really causes fat storage
-Whether there are any concerns with consuming organ meats

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide
The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/
Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:
0:00 – intro
0:56 – Nick Norwitz’s claim that calories don’t cause obesity and whether we agree
6:25 – the value and limitations of calories
14:27 – the true cause of obesity
19:40 – “excess calorie intake causes weight gain” is unhelpful and irresponsible
23:28 – how and when measuring calorie intake can be valuable
27:24 – do calories matter?
32:28 – how “it’s just calories” often places blame on the individual
34:26 – Nick Norwitz on when the calories-in-calories-out model “breaks”
37:28 – hypothyroidism and weight gain resolved using a bioenergetic approach
38:26 – thoughts on organ meats like liver, heart, kidney, stomach, and intestine
42:41 – freeze-dried or desiccated vs fresh organ meat
45:12 – Nutrition with Judy’s claim that “liver is not a superfood”
47:11 – can you overdose micronutrients like vitamin A and copper from organ meats?
49:43 – strategies for including more organ meats in your diet

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

Check out the Energy Balance Food guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/

Check out the Energy Balance Solution here:

https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy-balance-solution/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:25 – why your vitamin D levels are still low despite supplementing

3:17 – the dangers of low vitamin D for bone health & immune function

7:16 – essential nutrients and food sources to resolve low vitamin D

17:25 – top supplement recommendations for optimal vitamin D

In this episode we discuss:

• Ray Peat’s ideas about fasting and the stress response
• Why relying on fatty acid oxidation is inherently stressful

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide

The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/

Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:03 – Ray Peat’s view on fasting for 12–15 hours without triggering stress

4:22 – the true definition of stress and how much stress is optimal

9:18 – how the efficiency of glucose metabolism and glycogen storage impacts stress

12:23 – whether we agree that fasting for 12–15 hours doesn’t cause stress in healthy people

17:05 – do hunger signals mean the stress response has already started?

21:08 – the short- and long-term costs of low carb diets

22:22 – finding balance between eating frequently to reduce stress and spacing meals out strategically

24:47 – why meditation, magnesium, and other tools don’t stop physiological stress

27:04 – Ray Peat on what happens when stored glucose (glycogen) runs out

28:53 – hypothyroidism as a driver of poor glucose utilization and liver glycogen storage

31:50 – stress hormones and elevated fatty acid metabolism characterize the stress response

34:50 – ketosis mimics starvation and lowers the metabolic rate

36:50 – sugar is anti-stress and whether sugar is addictive

41:46 – once you add in carbs you won’t go back

44:12 – how your body adapts when you add in carbs following low-carb diets

48:30 – Ray Peat on the harmful effects of fasting

50:14 – the cost of stress and increased fat metabolism

52:06 – the dangers of releasing PUFA from storage and how long it takes to deplete PUFA

55:11 – strategies for protecting against PUFA

1:01:50 – how long it takes to see benefits from lowering PUFA and setting expectations for progress

1:06:00 – binge-eating and food addiction resolved with a bioenergetic approach

1:10:48 – how low-carb and keto diets cause intense cravings and food obsession while a bioenergetic approach resolves them