The Luke Smith Nutrition Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Taking a little deep dive into low carb diets, how they work for weight loss and some common misconceptions around carbs in the nutrition space. Topics discussed on this episode:

-What is a low-carb diet?

-How do most-low carb diets work for weight loss?

-Glycogen and water-weight fluctuations.

-Difference between substrate utilization and actual net body fat loss.

-How to decide what will work for you now + over the long term.

+ so many side tangents in-between.

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmithrd

Check out my website HERE

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Recorded this episode to give a few life updates + talk about some things that've been top of mind for me recently. Topics discussed:

-Majoring in the minors - what that means + why it can hurt people.

-Why do people get caught up in the 'weeds' of nutrition?

-Why these 'bad' foods aren't really the problem + what is.

-The role of social determinants of health.

-Important statistics that highlight what America is really struggling with.

-What we should be focusing on to make a meaningful impact on public health outcomes.

+ many.. many side-tangents in between.

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmthrd

Check out my website HERE

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For all my people who are in a fat loss phase (or are planning to start sometime in the near future) let’s talk about how you can get out of a weight loss plateau.

Usually, it just means you’re not being consistent enough to see progress.. Or that maybe you’re missing the mark with a handful of things.

Once some adjustments are made - there’s a good chance you’ll be back on track and seeing the progressions you’re hoping for.

The main areas we'll talk about on this episode: Nutrition, Movement, Exercise, Lifestyle, Sleep and Stress Management.

Make adjustments as needed and continue to be patient.

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmithrd

Check out my website HERE

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Gut health has been a huge topic as of recent (and it should be).

The gut is at the root of everything you do nutritionally so if your gut isn't working well.. everything else is going to be a challenge.

But just because you're bloated, doesn't always mean you have a gut based issue or a 'food sensitivity'.

Let's talk about some common things that you might be able to identify with that can lead to bloating as a side effect + how to change it.

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Answering some questions you submitted via Instagram:

1. How much water should you be drinking per day?

2. Is it 'safe' to eat 4 whole eggs, bagel, and milk everyday?

3. Can you outwork a bad diet and still have good results?

4. Thoughts on Intermittent Fasting and body recomp.

5. Going low carb for 2 weeks before a beach vacation.

+a lot of rants in between.

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Had an amazing conversation with my friend and colleague - Kristen Ludwig - on this episode. Kristen is a fellow dietitian and personal trainer and mom of 3. Her passion is helping kids build a positive relationship with food and their body and primarily works with parents and caregivers.

Topics discussed on this episode:

-For lack of better words... how to not f*** up our kids when raising them

-How to communicate our actions to children around food

-Creating a food neutral environment at home

-How your childhood shapes your mindset and practices around health/fitness as an adult

-Debunking 'Traditional' practices that exist today when feeling & raising kids

-How becoming a parent can change your health goals

-Unlearning bad habits as an adult to better serve your kids and lead by example

+so much more in between.

I loved this conversation.. and I know you will too.

Where to find Kristen:

Instagram: @nourishing.strong.families

Where to find me:

Instagram: @lukesmithrd

Apply for 1:1 Coaching Here

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Let's dive into a pre-fat loss checklist to implement prior to you dropping calories for your next fat loss phase.

Check these boxes to make your next cut easier + to sustain that success long term.

Future you will thank you for it.

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There's a lot BS that gets sold to you this time of year (or literally any time of the year). A lot of people, companies, brands, books... etc prey on peoples emotions and sell them on their insecurities.

Which pisses me off.

Let's talk about five things I hate about a lot of fitness and diet marketing.

Consider these as ‘red flags’ you should look out for:

1. Overblown results-based promises

2. Promising you revolutionary information or 'secrets'

3. Over-promoting one individual method

4. Over-emphasising the short-term

5. Neglecting other aspects of your overall well-being

Plus a ton of other stuff in between.

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Don't fall for the BS and keep making the best decisions for you.

For more fitness and nutrition related content, follow me on IG: @lukesmithnutrition

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Whatever season you're in.. whatever goals you're working towards.. keep these in mind as you work towards sustainability with your health and fitness.

Let's dive into the things that you can implement to maintain your progress long term.

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On this episode, my Dietetic Intern - Devyn Cox - presents a literature review on testosterone optimization as he finished out his rotation with me. I enjoyed this conversation and think others could benefit from the information presented.

Topics Discussed:

-What is testosterone + why it's important

-Nutrition interventions

-Lifestyle considerations

-Common lab tests and ranges

-TRT and considerations

-Popular herbal supplements

+so much more in between.

Hope you enjoy this episode!

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