Explore every episode of the podcast The Energy Balance Podcast
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| BV #36: You Don’t Need to Cut Carbs or Sugar to Lose Fat | 05 Nov 2026 | 01:16:09 | |
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 1:51 – do you have to deplete glucose and glycogen to burn fat? 10:37 – is she lying or just uneducated? is it okay to stretch the truth on social media? 16:00 – is intermittent fasting the best way to lose body fat? 23:54 – does burning more fat mean losing more body fat? 27:49 – fasting and low-carb diets cause fat loss at a cost 38:24 – what’s responsible for the benefits of low-carb diets and intermittent fasting? 42:49 – is high insulin preventing you from burning stored body fat? 52:43 – what Mike thinks is preventing weight loss; it’s not the carbs, it’s the calories 1:02:32 – what Jay thinks is preventing weight loss; can you really lose weight using a bioenergetic approach? 1:11:37 – keto and carnivore didn’t work, she thought it was perimenopause; here’s what worked | |||
| BV #35: What You’ve Been Told About Insulin and Fat Loss Is Wrong | 29 Oct 2026 | 01:04:51 | |
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 2:29 – 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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| I Debunked The Cancer Doctor | 22 Oct 2026 | 01:03:41 | |
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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?
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| The "Cancer Doctor" Is Wrong About Cancer... | 12 Oct 2026 | 01:21:02 | |
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 | |||
| BV #34: Avoiding Sugar Won't Prevent Heart Disease | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:58:21 | |
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
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| BV #33: Layne Norton’s Diet is Worse Than We Thought… | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:58:52 | |
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
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| BV #32: Why Health Experts Are Quitting Fasting | 03 Sep 2026 | 01:18:12 | |
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
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| BV #31: Everything We Eat in a Day for Healthy Metabolism (>300g Carbs/Day) | 19 Aug 2026 | 01:24:46 | |
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 | |||
| BV #30: Ray Peat’s Forgotten Healing Principles | 27 Jul 2026 | 01:13:31 | |
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
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| Sleep & Anxiety Solutions, Ketone Benefits, Fermented Foods, & Hormonal Shifts Post Menopause (Q&A) | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:41:25 | |
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?
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| Blood Sugar Spiks, Carbs Deplete Nutrients, Thiamine Protocols, & Optimal Heart Rate (Q&A) | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:44:15 | |
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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
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| BV #29: Sauna vs. Cold Plunge, Cravings vs. Addiction, HIIT, Fasting, & "Healthy" Stress (Q&A) | 03 Jun 2026 | 01:12:57 | |
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 | |||
| BV #28: Retatrutide is WORSE; Mike Israetel & Kinobody Obsessed with GLP-1s | 21 May 2026 | 01:07:05 | |
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
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| BV #27: GLP-1: The Metabolic 'Credit Card' You Can't Pay Back? | 27 Apr 2026 | 01:08:18 | |
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 | |||
| FaceIQ Realizes the Truth & Carnivores Can't Cope | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:45:29 | |
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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
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| BV #26: Carnivore Doctors Don’t Get Insulin, Stress Hormones, and the True Cause of Fat Gain | 25 Mar 2026 | 01:07:33 | |
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 | |||
| BV #25: Carb Confusion: Blood Sugar Spikes, Fat Gain, and the True Cause of Alzheimer’s | 19 Mar 2026 | 01:06:34 | |
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 | |||
| Low-Carb and Fasting Caused Bloating, Low Energy, and Constipation | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:54:39 | |
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 | |||
| BV #24: Nick Norwitz Says Calories Don’t Cause Obesity. Is He Wrong? | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:52:44 | |
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 | |||
| Vitamin D Still Low Despite Supplementing? RED FLAG | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:20:52 | |
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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 | |||
| BV #23: Keto Raises Stress, Sugar Lowers It (Ray Peat on Fasting & Blood Sugar). | 03 Feb 2026 | 01:15:29 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 | |||
| BV #22: Justine Stenger's Glaring Hypocrisy & Doubling Down on Fat vs. Carbs | 27 Jan 2026 | 01:59:23 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:32 – recap of Justine Stenger’s claim covered in episode 19 2:26 – Justine’s response to our critique of her post 5:45 – why it’s crucial to separate personal feelings from intellectual discussions, especially when sharing information publicly 10:48 – our goal as health educators is not to shame or discredit individuals 13:33 – how today’s social media environment incentivizes low quality, thoughtless posts 18:30 – why attention and clicks take priority over quality on social media 21:34 – how to discern reliable information and whether we should outsource understanding to specialists 26:49 – how to develop true discernment in a world full of self-proclaimed experts 30:19 – Justine Stenger doubles down on her claim that fats are superior to carbohydrates32:47 –do carbs or fat better supports a compromised metabolic state? 39:45 – Justine contradicts her earlier claim that fat is a cleaner-burning fuel than carbohydrates 43:10 – Justine Stenger’s claim that glucose oxidation is only beneficial during hypoxia or the cell danger response 49:55 – why carbohydrates are the superior fuel source 55:17 – the difference between glucose oxidation and anaerobic glycolysis, and whether Justine is conflating the two 57:28 – how Ray Peat’s metabolic framework drives growth and expansion in society as a whole 1:01:53 – why having metabolic flexibility in a healthy state doesn’t refute our argument that carbohydrates are the superior fuel 1:08:23 – the inherent cost of favoring fat metabolism over carb metabolism, and why restoring carbohydrate utilization is essential for restoring a healthy metabolism 1:13:30 – Justine admits she hasn’t studied Ray Peat’s work 1:19:17 – Justine’s claim that it’s optimal to switch between fuel sources 1:20:55 – Justine’s claim that redox matter more than carbs vs fats 1:25:11 – did we publicly dismantle Justine’s work, and is it okay to critique others? 1:31:26 – Justine’s hypocritical shaming of us for addressing her incorrect claims about Ray Peat’s work and glucose vs. fat metabolism1:39:48 –there is no “Ray Peat Diet” 1:40:20 – how to embrace criticism and whether debates are typically helpful 1:45:04 – the responsibility that comes with being health educators 1:48:33 – common problems with debates and why we aren’t interested in debating Bart Kay 1:52:09 – how the nervous system impacts our ability to think critically 1:52:56 – problems with debates cont’d – are debates truly valuable? 1:57:24 – blood sugar improvements on a bioenergetic approach | |||
| He Reversed Sleep Issues, Poor Digestion, High Blood Sugar, and More with a Bioenergetic Approach | 15 Jan 2026 | 01:10:07 | |
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 0:57 – how Andrew was introduced to Ray Peat, the bioenergetic view of health, and Jay’s energy balance approach 5:48 – why we structure our programs with teaching the “why” alongside clear action steps and strategies 8:41 – increased energy and lower blood sugar levels while increasing carbohydrates 15:09 – how the Energy Balance approach resolved nighttime binging, high blood pressure, gut issues, and improved sleep quality 19:02 – how restricting carbohydrates leads to binging and “carbohydrate addiction” 21:33 – setting health and weight expectations: how long does it really take to heal your metabolism? 27:07 – refeeding, weight regain, and paying back metabolic debt: the process of losing weight without compromising your health 31:20 – the importance of keeping a health journal and documenting symptoms and wins 33:46 – weight loss as a result of improved health 41:29 – the cost of losing body fat by cutting calories 47:08 – how we work with clients using the Energy Balance approach 49:57 – how extreme diets isolate, while Energy Balance reconnects us by removing food dogma and providing the energy for healthy connection 55:31 – Andrew’s experience learning and applying the Energy Balance system 59:23 – how we structure the Energy Balance programs to foster learning and create lasting health improvements 1:07:02 – how the Energy Balance approach reshaped Andrew’s coaching style | |||
| Prediabetes, Gut Issues, Brain Fog, High Blood Pressure, & Fatigue from Low-Carb & Fasting | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:42:26 | |
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 1:03 – introducing Andrew Wallen 1:50 – Andrew’s background in sports, powerlifting, bodybuilding, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 6:20 – Andrew’s experience cycling through various dietary camps (CICO, paleo, ancestral, carnivore, fasting, low-carb, etc.) 12:04 – whether we should shape our diets around what our ancestors did 15:15 – how low-carb, keto, and fasting diets elevated stress and caused blood sugar issues for Andrew 20:45 – “optimal” blood glucose, HRV, and resting heart rate despite crashing health 23:50 – how stress-inducing (hormetic) health practices led to binging, self-blame, low brain energy, high blood pressure, and weakened immune function 27:36 – low-carb, keto, carnivore, fasting, and fear about reintroducing carbs 33:13 – Andrew’s breaking point with health and what led him to start questioning what being “healthy” really meant 36:27 –exercise intolerance, fatigue, pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, brain fog, gut issues, slow motility, and poor sleep: the product of years of low-carb and fasting | |||
| How To Avoid Heavy Metals, Microplastics, PFAS, & Estrogenic Compounds in Your Home & Body | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:36:08 | |
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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/ Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/non-toxic-product-recommendations-for-your-home-body-cookware-skincare-clothing-emfs-more/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 2:29 – the hidden costs behind cheap products 5:42 – health concerns with common cookware: Teflon, non-stick coatings, PFAS, and leaching 9:34 – concerns with cast iron and carbon steel cookware 12:14 – how stainless steel compares to cast iron and carbon steel and concerns with nickel 15:20 – glass cookware and ceramic cookware 16:56 – the best cookware options 19:54 – recommendations for low-PUFA skincare 21:58 – recommendations for vitamin D and UV light 24:54 – the negative effects of synthetic clothing materials 27:46 – recommended brands for clothing, bedding, towels, and other fabrics 29:08 – coffee brands I trust and what to look for when buying coffee beans 30:30 – EMF protection and air tube headphones 33:09 – recommendations for high-quality meat | |||
| EB. 139: The Truth About the Randle Cycle: Why You Can Eat Carbs and Fats Together | 25 Nov 2025 | 01:13:48 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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/ Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-139-the-truth-about-the-randle-cycle-why-you-can-eat-carbs-and-fats-together/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 0:53 – misconceptions regarding the Randle cycle in the alternative health world 4:57 – what is the Randle cycle? 7:06 – what most people get wrong about the Randle cycle 10:44 – fat oxidation leads to increased ROS production and a decreased NAD+/NADH ratio 16:29 – how fat oxidation inhibits the utilization of carbohydrates 21:03 – the Randle cycle shows the benefits of burning carbs for energy 25:56 – how fat oxidation inhibits the utilization of carbohydrates cont’d 26:57 – metabolic dysfunction, not glucose, drives insulin resistance and aging 32:07 – fat metabolism causes a buildup of citrate which reduces glucose uptake and utilization 38:39 – how glucose oxidation inhibits the uptake and utilization of fats 45:32 – whether you can “activate” or “deactivate” the Randle cycle 47:22 – glucose oxidation leads to an optimal NAD+/NADH ratio and decreased ROS production 52:08 – the protective effects of CO2 and why the brain can’t use fats as a fuel 53:17 – whether we should strive for metabolic flexibility 55:55 – fat metabolism and ketone production as a mechanism for energy conservation and glucose sparing 1:00:02 – insulin resistance as a state of excess fat metabolism and decreasing fat metabolism or stress hormones improves this state 1:05:28 – should we avoid eating carbs and fats together due to the Randle cycle? 1:08:08 – different cells, tissues, and organs can use different fuels at the same time
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| EB. 138: How Low-Carb Diets Worsen AGE Formation (and What to Do Instead) | 05 Nov 2025 | 01:09:55 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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/
Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-138-low-carb-diets-increase-glycation-and-what-to-do-instead/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 0:57 – how glycation products are detoxified and cleared from the body 4:03 – glycation detoxification is impaired by oxidative stress and inflammation, as seen in type 2 diabetes 7:56 – the benefits of carbohydrates for the detoxification of glycation products 10:42 – the benefits of insulin for the detoxification of glycation products 12:45 – how AGEs are cleared 14:36 – increasing autophagy via hormesis is not the answer for clearing AGEs 19:09 – autophagy can drive disease 20:50 – ATP protects against oxidative stress and allows for proper autophagy when needed 24:37 – impaired mitochondrial along with fatty acid oxidation impairs autophagy and increases oxidative stress 26:54 – carbohydrates do NOT inhibit autophagy 29:18 – adequate thyroid hormone supports proper autophagy 30:15 – adequate ATP and mitochondrial function is needed for the UPS (ubiquitin proteasome system) 32:56 – do high-carb diets actually impair metabolism and insulin sensitivity 35:26 – is fructose really worse for blood sugar regulation and glycation? 37:16 – are low-carb or ketogenic diets the solution to reduce glycation? 40:32 – increased glycation and oxidative stress on ketogenic diets 44:09 –low-carb diets don’t prevent glucose exposure 47:56 – there are still considerable insulin and glucose excursions on low-carb diets 50:06 – gluconeogenesis leads to same glycolytic intermediates as glucose metabolism 51:52 –the main driver of AGE formation and impaired AGE clearance 53:40 – the role of vitamin B1 (thiamine) and mitochondrial energy production in decreasing AGEs 56:27 –endotoxin as a driver of glycation and increased AGE production 58:12 – hypothyroidism as a driver of glycation and AGE accumulation 59:37 – dietary solutions for reducing glycation and AGEs 1:03:33 – how to support the glyoxalase pathway to support the detoxification of glycation products 1:05:56 – avoid calorie restriction, low-carb diets, fasting, resveratrol, cold exposure, excess exercise, and iron overload to decrease glycation and AGEs 1:07:33 – iron as a double-edged sword for oxidative stress | |||
| EB. 137: What REALLY Causes Glycation (Is Sugar Really the Problem?) | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:55:59 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 Program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy-balance-solution/
Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-137-what-really-causes-glycation-is-sugar-really-the-problem/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 0:46 – common beliefs about carbohydrates and glycation 2:35 – what are glycation and advanced glycation end products? 6:57 – the process of glycation from glucose 9:30 – is sugar the only source of AGEs? 15:00 – primary drivers of glycation: dicarbonyls 19:30 – how fatty acids, amino acids, and ketones cause AGE formation 21:23 – how increased gluconeogenesis on low-carb diets increases AGE formation 22:53 – glucose metabolism produces very few glycation products in the context of a healthy metabolism 25:33 – omega-6s form AGEs more than 10x faster than glucose 28:24 – the role of ALEs (advanced lipoxidation end products) in glycation and chronic disease 30:36 – whether blood sugar spikes cause glycation 38:52 – whether fructose causes more glycation (or fructation) than glucose 47:05 – can glycation from fructose (fructation) be measured, and does this matter? 52:06 – problems with research looking at fructose’s AGE formation in animal models | |||
| BV #21: Fructose Lies & How Much Glucose Is Too Much | 15 Oct 2025 | 01:00:08 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 2:10 – David Stephens’ claim that glucose can't harm you in any way, no matter the amount 7:46 – the difference between glucose and fructose and whether fructose just gets converted to fat 11:13 – whether extreme acidity, alkalinity, and corrosivity are what make substances harmful to humans 15:14 – David Stephens’ claim that sucrose can't cross the blood-brain barrier 18:59 – how authoritarianism shapes the health industry and the difficulties of verifying information with AI 23:14 – whether the “chemical heaviness” of sucrose means that it can’t be helpful in the body 25:51 – whether we agree with David Stephens on the benefits of glucose 29:14 – whether anxiety, irritability, depression, autoimmune disorders, and diabetes are caused by a lack of glucose for your brain 34:37 – what David Stephens misses about the large amounts of glucose he recommends – poor glucose utilization, gut issues, and blood sugar instability 38:06 – whether glucose deficiency is possible and whether most people are eating enough carbs to thrive vs survive 39:04 – David Stephens’ claim that it’s impossible for glucose to be harmful to the body in any way 45:25 – why someone might feel better using large amounts of dextrose as their main carbohydrate source 48:00 – how large quantities of glucose can lead to weight gain, blood sugar spikes, and cardiovascular problems 52:27 – how to avoid dietary extremes and what balance really means 58:41 – weight loss and recovery from mental health issues using a bioenergetic approach
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| BV #20: Huberman's Sleep Fix Fail, Resolving Nighttime Wake-Ups, & Meeting Nutrient Needs | 09 Oct 2025 | 01:14:48 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:21 – what Huberman misses when it comes to nighttime wakeups 4:50 – the most common causes of nighttime wakeups and how to resolve them 9:44 –Huberman’s advice to go to sleep earlier is impractical for most people 11:42 – what a healthy sleep schedule looks like and whether running out of melatonin is a concern 13:38 – the relationship between blood sugar and sleep, and whether to have a bedtime snack 16:21 – common drivers of sleep disturbances: gut irritation and elevated stress hormones 19:25 – hidden stressors that could be impacting your sleep: SSRIs, EMFs, devices, and more 22:13 – how to handle unavoidable stressors that interfere with sleep 24:05 – strategies for improving sleep quality and circadian rhythm 26:32 – whether to avoid drinking too many fluids before bed 27:52 – the metabolism-suppressing effects of melatonin and whether supplementing with melatonin is a good idea 29:48 – supplements that may interfere with sleep, and paradoxical reactions that occur while using medications such as SSRIs 33:09 – sleep strategies for shift-workers and recovering from working night shifts 36:33 – the effects of Wi-Fi, EMFs, and dirty electricity on sleep 39:21 – how hormones impact sleep for post-menopausal women 40:54 – evaluating whether supplements are affecting your sleep 44:34 – how low-carb diets impair sleep and increase stress 47:01 – improved thyroid function and weight loss on a bioenergetic approach 48:14 – meeting daily micronutrient needs with food and supplementation 52:57 – how to identify nutrient gaps and excesses 55:37 – which labs to get to gauge micronutrient status and how thiamine (vitamin B1) impacts nutrient absorption 1:00:00 – how concerned should we be with nutrient absorption? 1:03:00 – how anti-nutrients like phytates and oxalates impact nutrient absorption 1:04:37 – navigating different forms of nutrients (non-heme iron vs heme iron, retinol vs beta-carotene, and vitamin K2 vs vitamin K1), and how to know if gut issues are interfering with nutrient absorption 1:07:42 – problems with dietary camps that demonize single nutrients (low vitamin A, low vitamin D, and iron overload) 1:11:24 – how fear and stress deplete critical nutrients | |||
| BV #19: Ray Peat Was Wrong About Biochemistry, Redox, and Structured Water? | 24 Sep 2025 | 01:01:45 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:32 – Justine Stenger’s claim that Dr Ray Peat had it all wrong 6:15 – did Ray Peat ignore physics, structured water, and light? 11:41 – carbs vs fat: which fuel produces more ROS? 16:50 – Justine Stenger’s claim that carbs act as a crutch for a damaged metabolism, and restoring redox is the solution 21:58 – carbs vs fat: which fuel produces more ATP? 25:27 – conflicting health information on social media and why the “Ray Peat diet” doesn’t work 31:55 – common challenges with implementing Ray Peat’s work 34:09 – Justine Stenger’s mischaracterization of Ray Peat’s work as a “dietary roadmap for people with a broken metabolism” 41:20 – why you shouldn’t outsource critical thinking to social media influencers or AI 45:17 – Ray Peat’s generosity with freely sharing advice and information 46:21 – improvements on a bioenergetic approach without extreme restriction 47:31 – why you may experience bloating from carbs and what to do about it 54:52 – what to do about gut dysbiosis and biofilms 56:56 – how to restore gut health and digestion when transitioning away from keto | |||
| EB. 136: High-Carb Diets Cause Insulin Resistance, Overeating, and Glycation? (Eric Westman Debate Follow-Up Part 2) | 16 Sep 2025 | 01:04:48 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/
Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-136-eric-westman-debate-follow-up-part-2-high-carb-diets-cause-insulin-resistance-overeating-and-glycation/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:02 – Isabella Cooper paper: does shifting from a low-carb diet to a high-carb diet increase inflammation? 9:12 – whether you should be concerned about low T3, low testosterone, or high glucagon on a low-carb diet 16:53 – how we know that the brain does not use fat as a fuel source 20:59 – whether a low metabolic rate on a low-carb diet allows you to live longer 25:13 –increased fatty acid oxidation drives insulin resistance 31:12 – increased fat metabolism in the heart occurs in type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and heart failure, and decreasing this fat metabolism improves cardiovascular health and insulin sensitivity 36:37 – whether babies being born in ketosis means that being in ketosis is beneficial for adult humans 40:29 – do high-carb diets cause glycation? 41:56 – low-carb diets don’t eliminate blood sugar and insulin spikes 46:10 – evidence that high-carb diets don’t cause chronically high blood sugar and insulin levels 49:56 – the benefits of high-carb diets on insulin resistance 55:33 – are carbs inherently addictive? do they cause overeating? | |||
| EB. 135: Eric Westman Debate Follow-Up: The Research on Low-Carb Vs High-Carb Diets | 11 Sep 2025 | 01:57:55 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/
Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eric-westman-debate-follow-up-the-research-on-low-carb-vs-high-carb-diets/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:05 – why I’m recording this debate follow-up 3:38 – how the body responds to carbohydrate restriction and the broader biological context 9:47 – the mitochondrial effects of low-carb diets: glycolysis vs beta-oxidation, NADH/FADH2 ratios, NAD+/NADH ratios, and effects at the electron transport chain 15:16 – fat oxidation leads to slower rates of ATP production and higher rates of ROS production 18:14 – how fat oxidation blocks glucose utilization, slows mitochondrial respiration, and reduces carbon dioxide production 20:58 – ketone vs. glucose metabolism 21:52 – glucose metabolism confusion, glycolysis, and whether ketones are beneficial 24:25 – the hormonal effects of low-carb diets 28:13 – how do we know that fat metabolism is less efficient than glucose metabolism? 34:09 – whether research on fat metabolism in rodents applies to humans and other animals 37:02 – the research showing that fat oxidation increases ROS production and reduces mitochondrial efficiency in various animals (including humans) 40:31 – the research showing the mechanisms of increased ROS production and reduced efficiency of ATP production with fatty acid metabolism 47:41 – mitochondrial uncoupling increases during fat metabolism due to increases in oxidative stress 49:19 – are there adaptations on a keto diet that would prevent the harmful effects of fat metabolism? 52:48 – are there biopsies done on long-term ketogenic diets showing that fat oxidation doesn’t lead to a decreased NAD+/NADH ratio and more ROS production? 59:17 – whether increased fatty acid oxidation enzymes would reduce ROS production in the mitochondria as Dr. Westman suggested 1:02:58 – low-carb and ketogenic diets in rodents cause increased oxidative stress and less efficient ATP production 1:11:41 – do ketones protect against ROS? 1:16:18 – do the potential positive effects of ketones outweigh the negative effects of ketogenic diets? 1:27:47 –low-carb and ketogenic diets cause oxidative stress and insulin resistance in humans1:36:30 – the evidence that glucagon is a stress hormone 1:39:45 – low-carb and ketogenic diets cause physiological stress in humans 1:43:46 – the effects of low-carb and ketogenic diets on cortisol 1:48:29 – low-carb and ketogenic diets decrease thyroid activity 1:53:54 – effects of low-carb and ketogenic diets on reproductive hormones | |||
| BV #18: Calorie Counting Nonsense, Weight vs. Health, & Fixing Lactose Intolerance | 04 Sep 2025 | 01:09:34 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:18 – why Ryan Fischer’s claim that the body only changes weekly is false 6:38 – major problems with the “calories in, calories out” model of weight loss 11:27 – Ryan Fischer’s claim that it takes 3,500 calories to gain one pound 15:07 – whether it’s possible to have more “freedom” on the weekends without wrecking your health 18:11 – Jesse James West & Jeff Nippard on apples vs Sour Patch Kids: are calories all that matter? 24:29 – what calories actually represent and their true role in health 29:03 – is sugar always bad for you? 32:25 – whether tracking calories has any real value 34:21 – problems with equating weight loss with health 38:15 – how to know if excess calories are actually an issue for you 45:33 – why high FODMAP fruits like apples may cause bloating and which fruits would be a better option 49:40 – strategies for reversing lactose intolerance 56:35 – what really drives lactose intolerance and how to tell if it’s affecting you 58:34 – factors that affect lactose intolerance and additional strategies to reverse lactose intolerance 1:04:18 – do leafy greens, digestive enzymes, or slippery elm help with lactose intolerance? | |||
| BV #17: Weight Regain On Sugar Diet & Metformin + Sugar Fasting = Disaster | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:27:06 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:24 – the costs of metformin: mitochondrial toxicity, increased lactate, inefficient ATP production, and slowed metabolism 5:22 – is using Metformin a good idea on the sugar diet? 10:30 – the dangers of increasing FGF21 while on Metformin 13:53 – increasing FGF21 activity is counter to the bioenergetic view of health 20:23 – Hunter Williams’ supplement stack for insulin sensitivity: metformin, Jardiance, retatrutide, and dihydroberberine 21:42 – the negative effects of Jardiance 24:59 – whether retatrutide and other GLP-1 agonists are healthy from a bioenergetic perspective 27:30 – whether there are any benefits to using medications like metformin, Jardiance, retatrutide, and dihydroberberine 31:54 – how increasing FGF21 with the sugar diet could lead to heart problems such as arrhythmias and atrial fibrillation (AFIB) 38:58 – does the sugar diet boost metabolic rate the same way the bioenergetic approach does? 46:27 – examples of how the sugar diet downregulates metabolism through stress 50:51 – the cumulative effects of stress: how much stress can we handle? 55:15 – how to recover from the negative effects of the sugar diet 58:24 – is stress beneficial? is it possible to avoid stress altogether? 59:51 – problems with dropping fat too low, especially in lean individuals 1:03:50 – the risks of rapid weight loss and the importance of keeping long-term goals in mind 1:08:02 – why cutting out entire macronutrient groups can backfire and what to do instead 1:11:20 – how extreme diets prime our bodies for weight regain 1:14:54 – real-life examples of weight regain after the sugar diet and why it happens 1:20:18 – is there a smarter way to do the sugar diet? 1:24:01 – are there legitimate benefits to the sugar diet? | |||
| BV #16: Cole Robinson Flip-Flops on Sugar Diet Recommendations | 07 Aug 2025 | 01:20:54 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:37 – Cole Robinson flip-flops his recommendations on the sugar diet 7:43 – problems with using weight loss as the primary determinant of health 12:43 – Cole Robinson’s early recommendations on sugar fasting 14:16 – the impact of the sugar diet on gut and dental health 16:40 – the importance of understanding how a diet works rather than focusing solely on the short-term results 20:26 – the benefits of eating fruit rather than white sugar sources like candy 21:58 – concerns with blood sugar stability on low-fat diets 23:49 – problems with taking a “1990s low-fat approach” as Cole Robinson recommends 26:18 – Cole Robinson’s flip flop on the sugar diet 31:48 – concerns with digestion and liver detoxification on a low-fat diet 34:46 – Cole Robinson’s history of changing dietary recommendations – from the Snake Diet to the Sugar Diet 36:13 – whether the sugar diet could be used as a short-term tool to lose body fat 38:30 – the many iterations of advice on the sugar diet from Cole Robinson 39:53 – the importance of losing body fat in a healthy way 42:32 – will the 1990s low-fat diet last? 45:29 – whether having enough carbohydrates protects against muscle loss while on the sugar diet 46:57 – caution for those trying the sugar diet for weight loss 51:50 – FGF21 requires a protein deficiency 53:48 – why Cole Robinson’s new low-fat diet may not lead to rapid weight loss like the sugar diet 57:54 – the sugar diet shows that sugar isn’t the cause of insulin resistance 1:03:41 – did Cole Robinson actually lie about what he his original sugar diet recommendations? 1:13:27 – the toxic nature of social media and its impact on learning | |||
| [Mini-Episode] Sugar Diet Cope from the Low-Carb "Experts" | 24 Jul 2025 | 00:48:53 | |
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/
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Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 4:29 – Ben Bikman suggests the sugar diet only works for lean, active, healthy men 9:33 – Ben Bikman’s claim that satiety is lower on high-carb diets 14:37 – Ben Bikman parrots the argument that carbohydrates are not essential 19:40 – Thomas DeLauer on sugar fasting and insulin sensitivity 22:15 – Thomas Delauer says high-sugar diets cause glycation and AGEs 24:44 – Ken Berry and Anthony Chaffee fearmonger about glycation, glucose, and insulin 28:01 – the truth about glycation on high-carb diets 31:48 – how low-carb diets can cause glycation and increase AGEs 35:22 – Nick Norwitz says the sugar diet won't work for obese people due to FGF21 resistance 39:14 – Nick Norwitz claims that fructose harms the liver 44:24 – Nick Norwitz also parrots the argument that carbohydrates are not essential
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| BV #15: Kate Deering on Menopause & HRT, and Primal Bod Says Carbs Deplete Your Nutrients | 16 Jul 2025 | 01:22:41 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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/
Kate's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katedeeringfitness/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 0:22 – Kate Deering’s experience in the Bioenergetic space and finding Ray Peat’s work 3:02 – Dr. Jolene Brighten says that HRT isn’t enough – is she right? 6:15 – common diet misconceptions for women in perimenopause and menopause 9:59 – concerns with using estrogen therapy 14:03 – how estrogen compares to progesterone, DHEA, pregnenolone, and testosterone 16:37 – harmful medical advice given to Mike’s mom 18:17 – whether using estrogen therapy is ever warranted 24:51 – how to tell if estrogen is causing harm in post-menopausal women 30:58 – strategies for reducing symptoms associated with menopause (hot flashes, weight gain, vaginal dryness, poor sleep) 37:16 – blood markers that indicate high estrogen levels and common pitfalls to be aware of 40:13 – the importance of eating enough carbohydrates to prevent cortisol spikes 47:14 – Primal Bod (Candi Frazier’s) argument that more insulin leads to a greater need for nutrients 51:47 – whether RDA targets for micronutrients should be ignored 57:45 – whether high-carb diets cause the wasting of nutrients as Primal Bod suggests 1:03:59 – nutrient deficiencies on the carnivore diet and the demonization of insulin 1:09:56 – is adding fiber the key to hormonal balance? 1:15:46 – the importance of understanding why removing fiber and other plant foods might produce benefits 1:18:36 – the bioenergetic approach still applies to post-menopausal women
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| BV #14: Carbs Are NOT Essential, Should You Eat Them? And Bill Burr on Fasting | 07 Jul 2025 | 00:55:05 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:32 – Max Lugavere and Jordan Peterson discuss the idea that carbohydrates are not essential 7:42 – carbs ARE essential to our physiology 15:24 – Bill Burr discusses his fasting practices with the goal of fat loss 23:18 – fasting concerns and the problem with using restriction and willpower for weight loss 27:10 – Bill Burr is an example of how food restriction and fasting causes food obsession 32:52 – why sugar cravings do NOT mean that you are a sugar addict 38:48 – what the Minnesota Starvation Experiment teaches us about restriction 40:16 – the psychological and emotional harm caused by fasting 50:31 – Bill Burr’s fear of spiking blood sugar levels 53:19 – if fasting makes you feel better, it's a sign your diet isn't working
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| BV #13: Ken Berry’s Fructose Fearmongering, Glycation Myths, & ChatGPT Says We’re Wrong | 26 Jun 2025 | 01:36:11 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:38 – Dr. Ken Berry’s claim that humans historically ate fruit and honey to gain weight like bears for the winter 3:45 – whether fructose and fruit are responsible for weight gain in bears and whether this applies to humans 8:53 – whether humans evolved eating a high-carb diet 11:30 – what about carbohydrate consumption in native human cultures and ancestral environments? 17:27 – Dr. Ken Berry’s claim that fructose is 10x more glycating than glucose 20:51 – whether sugar and carb consumption cause high blood sugar and AGEs (advanced glycation end products) 27:05 – how low-carb diets can increase glycation and AGEs 32:22 – blood glucose and hemoglobin A1C are often higher on low-carb diets than on diets that include healthy carbohydrates 33:41 – how keto diets cause glycation and increase AGEs 37:41 – what really influences hemoglobin A1C levels 44:32 – the importance of finding optimal carb sources – why candy is not the same as fruit 45:43 – problems with hyper-focusing on one single lab value 48:18 – Dr. Ken Berry’s claim that there is no way to test whether fructose is causing glycation 54:05 – regulating blood sugar for type 1 diabetes 59:01 – is glycation happening in the background on a high-carb diet even if your health is improving? 1:00:17 – can we trust AI like Grok and ChatGPT to provide accurate health information? 1:07:42 – debunking Grok’s logic on carb vs. fat efficiency as a fuel source 1:13:16 – how to properly use AI – DON’T use it to replace your own thinking 1:18:01 – Grok is wrong about fat being a more efficient fuel source than carbs 1:22:33 – strategies for understanding complex research papers 1:24:14 – using personal experience and logic as a guide toward optimizing health 1:32:35 – the gratification that comes with the process of true learning | |||
| BV #12: Gary Brecka Doesn’t Understand Thyroid & Natural PUFA vs. Seed Oils | 12 Jun 2025 | 00:59:30 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 1:21 – Gary Brecka’s claim that methylation is responsible for T4 to T3 conversion 5:43 – how T4 to T3 conversion really happens and factors that inhibit it 10:17 – whether a lack of T3 is the primary problem in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis 12:53 – whether taking exogenous thyroid medications harms the thyroid gland 18:19 – Gary Brecka’s advice on how to fix Hashimoto’s and why we disagree 24:14 – be careful of quick fixes and magic pills 26:38 – pros and cons of using thyroid hormone replacement therapy 30:17 – issues with thyroid supplementation recommendations within the Bioenergetic sphere 37:38 – whether you can reverse hypothyroidism without using thyroid supplementation 41:31 – Joe Rogan and Gary Brecka discuss why the processing of seed oils is responsible for their harm 47:30 – whether processed foods are inherently bad 49:23 – are there any benefits to eating PUFA and are they “essential”? 52:28 – the toxic effects of PUFA, including from nuts & seeds 55:19 – potential benefits from nuts & seeds are not due to PUFA content | |||
| BV #11: High-Carb Diet Misconceptions, Gabrielle Lyon on Gluconeogenesis, & Cold Plunging Concerns | 05 Jun 2025 | 01:16:30 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:45 – Gabrielle Lyon on the amount of carbohydrates we can “dispose of” in a meal 8:52 – whether Gabrielle Lyon’s claim that excess carbohydrates turn into fat is valid 12:39 – do we need to “earn our carbs” with exercise? 18:32 – how upregulating gluconeogenesis by not consuming carbohydrates drives insulin resistance 21:27 – do low-carb high-protein diets support skeletal muscle health? 22:56 – strategies for adjusting macronutrients to fit your individual needs 29:24 – how to shift away from low-carb diets, focusing on what’s optimal rather than minimum requirements 31:44 – optimal carb intake for muscles and general health 34:57 – applying Ray Peat’s “perceive, think, act” process to optimize our diets 39:29 – the difference between parroting information and thinking critically 43:20 – cold plunging calms the nervous system by first driving excessive stress 48:36 – the cumulative effects of stressors like cold plunging and the risks associated with them 53:41 – whether the benefits of cold exposure outweigh the costs and how much stress is too much 56:28 – how hormesis works and whether the dose makes the poison 1:01:34 – what is stress and how do we prevent it? 1:05:09 – how to get the same benefits without using hormetics like fasting, Wim Hof breathing, and cold exposure 1:10:35 – does reaching a goal have to be difficult or stressful? | |||
| EB. 134: The Sugar Diet: Lose Fat and Increase Your Metabolism WITHOUT Losing Muscle Mass | 27 May 2025 | 01:07:53 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/
Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-134-the-sugar-diet-lose-fat-and-increase-your-metabolism-without-losing-muscle-mass
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:08 – FGF21 summary: increasing metabolism at a cost 4:06 – how the sugar diet, honey diet, and other similar diets actually work 10:03 – low-fat diets improve insulin sensitivity, even without protein restriction or FGF21 upregulation 17:50 – whether very low protein diets are ever beneficial and whether they always lead to muscle loss 25:54 – protein recommendations for insulin sensitivity, weight loss, and kidney function 29:07 – using the sugar diet for rapid weight loss or “getting shredded” 32:13 – sugar diet concerns: bone loss, infertility, stunted growth, muscle loss, metabolic suppression, weight regain, and nutrient deficiencies 35:53 – will eating protein with dinner prevent the negative effects? 36:28 – blood sugar instability, sleep issues, and excess glucagon on the honey diet and sugar diet 40:17 – Randle Cycle misconceptions: do you need to separate carbs and fats 44:50 – how low-fat diets work to improve glucose metabolism and misapplications of the Randle cycle 48:17 – low-fat diets and hormones: low testosterone and DHT levels in men 49:22 – the sugar diet and digestion: SIBO, impaired liver detoxification, low bile flow, and endotoxin 53:52 – is the sugar diet too restrictive? Is it sustainable? 59:57 – how to modify the sugar diet to reduce the negative effects 1:02:23 – how to achieve lasting weight loss while improving long-term health | |||
| [Mini Episode] Sugar Diet & FGF21 Simplified: Muscle Loss, Stress, and Weight Regain | 22 May 2025 | 00:29:47 | |
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Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:20 – overview of FGF21 and how it gets triggered 6:40 – FGF21 works via stress, turning down metabolism and leading to weight regain 11:30 – will the sugar diet cause negative effects if only used short-term? 21:44 – does eating protein at night prevent the negative effects? 27:18 – the negative effects only occur in the research after long-term FGF21 upregulation
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| EB. 133: The Sugar Diet/Honey Diet and FGF21: The Research | 20 May 2025 | 01:32:31 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/
Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-133-the-sugar-diet-honey-diet-and-fgf21-the-research/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:00 – the sugar diet, honey diet, fairy princess diet, and fruit-till-noon diets as discussed by Cole Robinson, Mark Bell, Anabology, Noah Ryan, celestialbe1ng, and others 6:35 – my experience on a high-sugar diet and what the sugar diet means for the health world 11:17 – what is FGF21? 15:54 – how low-protein diets trigger the release of FGF21 20:00 – the context of FGF21 on low-protein diets and the reasons for its effects: is this really beneficial? 26:15 – the long-term effects of FGF21 on body fat, muscle mass, and metabolic health 33:16 – how the sugar diet compares to low-carb diets 35:55 – high-carb low-protein diets vs. high-fat low-protein diets on FGF21 37:34 – low-protein diets increase your metabolism due to stress: brown fat, uncoupling, and energy expenditure 43:59 – FGF21’s role in stress, energy conservation, and hibernation 49:56 – FGF21 and cortisol: is FGF21 a stress hormone? 54:09 – FGF21 and hormesis: is FGF21 hormetic? 56:10 – FGF21 and liver fat production go hand-in-hand 59:11 – carb-induced increase in FGF21 is activated by reductive stress 1:05:04 – the role of FGF21 in de novo lipogenesis as an adaptive response to stress 1:10:47 – carb-induced FGF21 causes fat gain and sympathetic activity 1:14:29 – does FGF21 cause metabolic syndrome, diabetes, NAFLD, cardiovascular disease, and obesity? 1:21:08 – does FGF21 extend lifespan? if so, is it worth it? 1:27:03 – can you lose weight and extend lifespan without a protein-deficient diet? | |||
| EB. 132: You've Been Lied to About Fructose | 13 May 2025 | 01:11:27 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/ Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-132-youve-been-lied-to-about-fructose/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:01 – Robert Lustig’s claims that fructose is a poison 5:50 – what Robert Lustig misses when it comes to glucose, the “good carbohydrate” 12:05 – what’s really responsible for the toxic effects of alcohol 16:53 – Robert Lustig's claim that fructose can’t be converted to glycogen is false [Robert Lustig’s fructose lies begin] 20:50 – whether fructose is inherently toxic in the liver 24:22 – the research showing that Robert Lustig is wrong about fructose 32:40 – whether fructose is really different from glucose in terms of its effects at the liver 35:51 – key factors missing in fructose research – endotoxin, PUFA, and rat research 41:22 – average fructose intakes are far below the amounts that are typically used in research 43:41 – whether Robert Lustig is right that fructose causes more fat production than glucose 49:35 – whether fructose (or carbs in general) cause fatty liver disease 52:15 –low-carb, high-fat diets trigger the exact mechanisms Dr. Lustig blames on fructose 1:00:59 – what really causes fatty liver disease 1:04:20 – should we avoid fructose-containing foods to fix fatty liver disease? Is soda and candy the answer? | |||
| BV #10: The Truth About Sugar Addiction & What the Holistic Psychologist Gets Right (and Wrong) | 06 May 2025 | 00:56:10 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:44 – the brain's high energy demands and how metabolic dysfunction drives poor brain health 4:19 – are anxiety and depression caused by chemical imbalances in the brain? 7:05 – recognizing insulin resistance as an inability convert glucose to energy 9:42 – whether blood sugar spikes and crashes cause fatigue, brain fog, and psychiatric disorders 11:53 – our take on the Holistic Psychologist’s recommendations for stabilizing blood sugar 18:01 – what really interferes with brain energy metabolism – is it just sugar? 24:57 – refined sugar vs natural sugars such as honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, and date syrup 30:55 – whether sugar is addictive 33:50 –fat triggers the same reward centers in the brain as carbohydrates 36:34 – how Jay & Mike fixed their sugar cravings from keto and low-carb 39:56 – whether eliminating starch is healthy long-term 44:34 – the negative impact of carnivore diets on gut health 50:16 – tips for recovering from the stress of carnivore and the importance of experimentation 53:46 – how much sugar and starch Jay, Mike, and Theresa eat | |||
| BV #9: Anthony Chaffee’s Claim That Ketosis Is Our Natural State & Whether LMNT is a Scam | 24 Apr 2025 | 01:17:29 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 0:22 – meet Theresa Piela 4:20 – emotional health as an underappreciated Bioenergetic factor 11:03 – is Anthony Chaffee right about ketosis being our natural state? 13:12 – is ketosis is the natural state for humans? 18:57 – is ketosis is the natural state for animals? 24:22 – whether bacteria can serve as a protein source in animals 28:04 – whether ketosis is a natural healthy state rather than a starvation state 32:11 – the potential benefits of ketones are misinterpreted as evidence that ketosis is ideal 34:24 – the appeal of “naturalism” – just because something is natural, does that make it healthy? 36:44 – is LMNT a scam? 44:37 – whether we should always add electrolytes to our drinking water 45:45 – Robb Wolf’s claim that insulin drives aldosterone production 51:08 – stevia and allulose vs. sugar 55:42 – whether we should be getting vitamin D from our food 1:00:04 – how to properly supplement with vitamin D and the importance of calcium, magnesium, and vitamin K2 1:04:18 – how vitamins E, K2, and A relate to vitamin D 1:08:56 – the benefits of UVB and red light, and what to do to prevent aging skin 1:14:19 – can applying cholesterol topically boost sun benefits? | |||
| EB. 131: Should You Be Avoiding High Oxalate Foods? How To Fix Oxalate Issues | 15 Apr 2025 | 01:15:19 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 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-131-whether-to-avoid-high-oxalate-foods-and-how-to-fix-oxalate-issues/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 0:53 – whether fructose contributes to increased oxalate production 3:42 – is sugar the culprit behind oxalate issues? 9:14 – the problems with the research demonizing fructose 14:45 – the optimal amount of dietary oxalate and how to determine whether oxalates are an issue for you 17:57 – the importance of testing, experimentation, and listening to your symptoms 25:10 – how to reduce your exposure to high-oxalate foods 32:02 – the best cooking methods to reduce oxalates in food 37:05 – foods highest in oxalates and whether salads are OK to eat 40:17 – oxalate content in raw cacao vs chocolate 45:26 – whether you need to avoid soybeans, potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava, beets, and carrots due to their oxalate content 49:05 – examples of bioenergetic diets with varying oxalate content 57:01 – other dietary considerations for oxalate issues (PUFA, collagen, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, carbohydrates, protein, and fat intake) 1:06:22 – the best supplements to fix your oxalate issues 1:11:45 – which supplements can make oxalate issues worse and whether to take probiotics for oxalate issues 1:14:58 – the long-term impact of carnivore diets on liver and gut health | |||
| EB. 130: Low Carb Diets & Oxalates: The Surprising Connection | 31 Mar 2025 | 01:22:34 | |
In this episode we discuss:
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 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-130-low-carb-diets-oxalates-the-surprising-connection/
Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:06 – is there a daily limit to how much oxalate the kidneys can process? 9:26 – whether we automatically store oxalates if they aren’t cleared through the kidneys 13:40 – why mitochondrial function in the kidney is crucial for calcium oxalate crystal clearance 17:30 – the benefits of citrate and whether it’s effective for clearing oxalates 23:30 – whether baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) support the clearance of oxalates 27:05 – how pH balance relates to oxalate clearance 32:19 – is “oxalate dumping” real? 43:06 – how low-carb diets increase oxalate absorption 47:19 – whether having a small amount of oxalates helps prevent oxalate dumping 50:02 – how low-carb diets increase oxalate absorption (cont.) 52:19 – why low-carb diets like keto and carnivore may increase oxalate production relative to high-carb diets 1:00:42 – how high-protein diets lead to increased endogenous oxalate production 1:07:41 – how carbohydrates and insulin reduce oxidative stress and oxalate production 1:11:40 – why glucose does not cause the formation of advanced glycation end products 1:13:18 – how low-carb diets reduce oxalate clearance – stressed kidneys, lack of citrate intake, and more acidic blood & urine | |||