Episode 2697 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss health concerns, remapping the taste buds, and grocery store challenges and reviews.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/09/remapping-the-taste-buds-episode-2697

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• Vinnie and Anna have been doing the Fitness Confidential podcast for 14 years! (2:30)
  • They're considering doing a call-in show with both Anna and Vinnie.
• Vinnie mentioned a caller he had recently spoken to, named Scott. Scott, his wife, and son have lost a combined 500 pounds so far! (7:00)
  • He summarized the issue Scott had with a false report on him to the authorities.
  • A long-distance relative thought there was abuse happening because they were following a "crazy diet."
• Testosterone replacement therapy and the concerns Vinnie has with it. (14:30)
  • The right foods, proper rest, weight training, and other natural alternatives can help with hormonal function. (16:00)
• Vinnie is not anti-medication or anti-doctor; he wants people to address concerns naturally before resorting to meds. (20:00)
• When you don't eat sugar regularly, your body will remap the taste buds, and things as simple as a strawberry will taste super sweet. (23:30)
• Don't forget to go to Vinnie's Book club to find great reads and learn! (26:00)
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• There's an update on Vinnie's model train project. (26:00)
• This leads to the topic of motorcycles. (2:00)

Grocery Store F*ckery

• Anna describes how the system works and all the challenges of staying in stores. (36:30)
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• These stores are where you can find her sauces. QFC, Fred Meyer, Ralphs, Gelson's, Kroger, Pavilions, King Soopers, Fry's, Lassens, Central Market, Foodtown, Jewel-Osco, Roche Bros., H-E-B, and select independent retailers. (56:00)
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Episode 2696 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer host a call-in show with a discussion around combating aging, managing Type 1 diabetes, and more.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/09/managing-type-1-diabetes-episode-2696

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• Vinnie has been a lifelong athlete and has some aches and pains. (2:30)
• Vic is the first call-in guest. (9:00)
  • They chat about being neighbors in New Orleans.
  • Vic has been NSNG® for a while and is close to his goal. (14:00)
    • He asks Vinnie about stretching and flexibility.
  • Vinnie understands the benefits of fasting, but his concern is that it should be done healthily so it doesn't become disordered eating. (22:00)
• Mike is the next guest and shares his background, including his experience with Type 1 diabetes. (27:00)
  • He was following the suggested protocol from nutritionists, but was gaining weight.
  • He went full-on NSNG® and lost 60 pounds in approximately three months.
  • They discuss Zone 2 training as a form of glucose control, and also HIIT training. (40:00)
  • You will achieve more lean body mass by doing strength training as opposed to just aerobics. (43:00)
• Sherry joins in. (47:00)
  • She had tried Plexus, which is an MLM product.
  • Vinnie explains the difference between cheating and "life into living." (51:00)
  • Sherry lost her husband to diabetes and other complications. He ate whatever and whenever he wanted, and relied on taking insulin to "fix" him.
  • She has also noticed her autoimmune flare-ups (Hashimoto's) have reduced.

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Episode 2695 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss a listener's bizarre health report, how labeling lies matter, and not limiting your goals.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/09/labeling-lies-matter-episode-2695

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• Scott, a listener, was in horrible shape, but a family member called CPS services because they were worried for his well-being. (2:00)
  • They thought he was going through a mental health challenge because he was eating healthfully and trying to become active.
  • Protective Services observed him for 3 months to ensure nothing was wrong.
  • But now, the family is on board. (7:00)
  • The ridiculous viewpoint appears to be that a person must be mentally unstable for trying to eat low-carb and for eating more healthfully. (11:00)
• Vinnie's "Dirty Keto" documentary was prophetic. Companies had started marketing products labeled "keto" that were still junk. (17:00)
  • Lawsuits are popping up based on claims made on certain keto product labels.
  • LMNT electrolytes is being called out for the use of things like maltodextrin hidden under the canopy of "natural flavors." (21:00)
  • It's interesting to see people start to push back against Big Food. (27:00)
  • "Keto Certified" is not something the FDA actually does.
  • Washington, D.C, is one of the most expensive places to live in the United States, and it's not a coincidence that it's filled with luxury shopping areas. (37:00)
• Back to the RFK fitness challenge video (link below for reference). (43:00)
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  • Some view it as unfeasible for most people, so they shouldn't even try. (45:00)
  • The moral of the story is to try something new and set goals. Get started at the level you can begin now, and set incremental goals.
  • The goal isn't the problem—the problem is the limited mindset. (54:00)

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Episode 2694 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino share "bodyweight exercises 101" for beginners, plus discuss how to give advice in social media forums.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/09/bodyweight-exerc…101-episode-2694/

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• Anna and her husband, Loren, do a comedy act together—make it a point to see it, if possible. (2:00)
• The topic today is bodyweight exercises. (3:00)
  • There are great resources on the internet, like Jerry Tiexiera.
  • Dr. Ben Bocchicchio is great at doing sets to failure and body weight.
• Vinnie gives a list of bodyweight exercises and ways to get started with them. (8:00)
  • Some of the exercises may be better viewed on YouTube. @FitnessConfidential Podcast
  • Squats, lunges, Bulgarian split squat, glute bridge
• Remember the phrase "slow is smooth, smooth is fast." Slowing down and doing the moves thoughtfully will help you see results faster. (19:50)
• Vinnie discusses variations in push-ups and pull-ups, especially for beginners. (25:00)
• Core exercises are important, and a plank (and its variations) is a great place to start. (31:00)
  • Doing situps on the floor is great, too.
• Calf raises are a nice thing to finish with. (35:00)
• Anna loves Reddit for various reasons. (39:00)
• Vinnie shares a story about Reddit and the Adam Carolla show. (This section is brief, but could be sensitive to some listeners; discretion is advised.)
• Anna shares an item from Reddit where a woman was asking for fitness advice. (46:00)
  • The mix of good and bad advice is frustrating to read.
  • They give ideas on how to give useful suggestions that counteract the bad advice given by others.

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Episode 2693 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer host a call-in show with a discussion around school lunches, salt intake, leg strength, and more.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/09/lunches-and-leg-strength-episode-2693

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• Today's episode is a Call-in show, but first, Vinnie addresses the recent tragic shooting at a Catholic parish in Minnesota.
  • Listener discretion is advised if you have children present. (2:00)
  • PSA: If you feel like you are depressed or are struggling, please reach out to get professional help!(3:00)
• The first guest is Ty. (5:00)
  • Vinnie and Ty chat about video gaming and getting into fitness. (8:00)
  • Ty has also been a fitness trainer as well.
  • He works in a school, and he and Vinnie discuss school lunches. (16:00)
    • The contents are typically high in grains and starches.
    • Make your kid's lunch a priority and send them to school with a homemade lunch; better yet, have them learn to make their own.
• Maranda is the next guest. (31:00)
  • She admits to having a sugar addiction. (35:00)
    • Even fruit used to amplify cravings.
  • Her next question has to do with salt and how much to have. (39:30)
  • Her third question is about leg strength exercises, especially for her hamstrings. (44:00)
    • Vinnie gives her suggestions: variations on squats, leg press, lunges, Nordic curls, and Bulgarian split squats.

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Episode 2692 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss news on GLP-1 use and blindness, health with GenZ, and leaving the world better than we found it.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/09/better-than-we-found-it-episode-2692

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• Discussion about aging, or rather *not* aging, and some of the trends that have happened. (3:00)
• Is Ozempic (or other semaglutides) affecting vision? (12:30)
  • There is a specific eye condition (called NAION) that can be aggravated by semiglutides and cause permanent blindness.
  • It is still being studied; however, people who are obese or have diabetes are at a higher risk of GLP-1s.
  • Just be aware: if you are on a GLP-1 and have any changes in your vision, consult your doctor right away.
  • Drugs such as these should be considered a last resort, not a first resort, and the side effects are why.(22:00)
• There is some good news that Gen Z is pushing back against processed foods and fake meat. (25:00)
• The more whole foods you have, the less likely you are to need certain drugs, especially for weight loss. (29:00)
• They discuss how misinformation turns into a trend. (32:00)
• A recent fitness competition between RFK Jr. and the Secretary of Defense. The video is linked below. (37:00)
  • https://vinnietortorich.com/RFKHEGSETHCOMPETITION
  • Vinnie analyzes the form and how off they were. He, however, is still glad the Presidential Physical Fitness is back.
  • A challenge like this is a noble goal, but it must be done correctly.
• If we all just focused on improving health and helping others, we'd be leaving the world better than we found it. (52:00)

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Episode 2691- Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss the docuseries "Fit for TV" and its behind-the-scenes revelations and exploitations.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/09/revelations-and-exploitations-episode-2691

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• After a chat about hand modeling and voiceover actors, they discuss the Netflix docuseries "Fit for TV." (2:00)
• The Biggest Loser, when originally aired, was exploitive. (8:30)
  • The contestants weren't paid very well, and the trainers were questionable.
  • The episodes were grueling to watch because of the treatment of the contestants. (16:00)
• They discuss some of the tactics the show used to get contestants.
  • Contracts were complicated and presented in a manner that rushed contestants into signing. (18:00)
  • They'd sign away their image rights, and the production company would own it.
• Vinnie shares his experience with the show's doctor (in a separate incident).
  • After having Vinnie go through multiple tests, the show's doctor couldn't give Vinnie an answer as to what was wrong with him.
  • Two days later, Vinnie found out he had cancer (from a different doctor). (22:00)
• Anna felt that the Fit for TV documentary didn't hammer down on the point hard enough about how dangerous and exploitive the show was. (29:00)
• Caffeine pills—are they harmful? (31:30).
• They discuss some of the contestants and their struggles, including one woman who had to be airlifted to the hospital. (39:00)

An Offer to Help

• Danny Cahill was a contestant and the overall winner of the most weight loss. (51:30)
  • However, he has since regained all the weight, and then some.
  • Vinnie is offering special help to Danny at no cost and with no exploitation, publicity, fanfare, etc. Vinnie wants to help Danny regain his health in a healthy and sustainable manner.
  • Danny has a public Facebook link at: https://facebook.com/loseyourquit/
  • Our audience has shown interest in reaching out to Danny to encourage him.
• Does exercise ramp up appetite, or suppress it? (54:00)
• Eat Happy Kitchen is for everyone, and several of the sauces are vegan.
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  • Make sure you watch, rate, and review it!

• Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook, is available!
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  • You can order it from Vinnie's Book Club. https://amzn.to/3ucIXm
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Episode 2690 - Vinnie Tortorich welcomes guest Tim Mallien for an update, discusses struggling with consistency, then having an epiphany, and more.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/08/having-an-epiphany-tim-mallien-episode-2690

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• Tim shares the background of his health journey. (4:00)
  • The mind can play tricks on you, and you don't always realize how the weight creeps up.
  • He tried several ways of losing weight, and had some success, but the weight would always return.
  • He enjoyed running; however, he hit a point where he could no longer do it due to damage to his hip.
  • Finally, he got a hip replacement, but was told he wouldn't run again. (23:00)
  • Tim went into a deep depression and felt like a shell of himself.
• Stress from work took a toll, and he started gaining weight again. (32:00)
• He made changes and described having an epiphany of how he could move forward.
• Tim has lost 115 pounds since starting again, and his wife has lost 70 pounds.
• Words of Wisdom: (43:00)
  • Firstly, if you are depressed, get help from a counselor, doctor, pastor, etc.
  • Tim has learned to speak up when he is struggling instead of "eating his feelings."
    • Having the support of his family and close friends has made a big difference.
      • You can find Tim on X at @Fleeing400
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• "Dirty Keto" is available on Amazon!
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  • Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook is available!
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    • Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day! https://annavocino.substack.com/
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Episode 2689 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss how things are moving in a better direction with Gen Z, animal protein, the reduction of alcohol use, and more.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/08/moving-in-a-better-direction-episode-2689

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• Gen Z appears to be the generation that is pushing back against fake meat. (4:00)
  • Many vegan restaurants are adding back meat; the demand for meat is still there.
  • The theories are widespread; however, it all boils down to wanting both real animal protein and fruits and veggies. (13:00)
  • Vinnie has nothing against vegans; he is simply for better health, which includes various animal proteins.
• There is a "reverse-engineered" process to make cheese. A genetically modified strain of E. coli is used to produce casein from scratch, enabling the creation of vegan cheese. (27:00)
• Blue Zones are areas that predominantly eat fresh, whole foods—yes, even meat; however, that part is often not discussed. (34:00)
• COVID news: There's been a backlash against alcohol based on overuse during the lockdown years. (39:00)
  • There's a downward trend in alcohol consumption.
  • Side note: Vinnie might get his first piña colada on a long-delayed vacation.
• The VIP group will reopen soon.
  • It's another tool you can use to meet your goals.
  • Workouts will be added soon! If you are a member, you get access to the videos for free!
  • Vinnie holds group consultation calls twice a month, where members can ask anything.
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• If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, it will be reopening soon. But you can get on the wait list -https://vinnietortorich.com/vip/
• Don't forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel.
• "Dirty Keto" is available on Amazon!
  • You can purchase or rent it here.https://amzn.to/4d9agj1
  • Make sure you watch, rate, and review it!

• Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook, is available!
  • You can go to https://eathappyitalian.com
  • You can order it from Vinnie's Book Club. https://amzn.to/3ucIXm
  • Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day! https://annavocino.substack.com/
  • Don't forget you can invest in Anna's Eat Happy Kitchen through StartEngine.
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• The documentary launched in August 2024!
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Episode 2688 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino motivate and challenge you to always be learning, ramp up your goals, and look at the long game.

https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/08/always-be-learning-episode-2688

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• The history behind the phrase "Life into living and do it with enthusiasm." (2:00)
• Vinnie shares how he got interested in cycling. (7:15)
• Goals are goals—set your mind to it. It doesn't apply to just losing weight—always be learning and challenging yourself! (16:00)
• Nothing gets done without starting on Day 1. (16:45)
• You don't know what you can do until you try!
• Things people say to you can often stick with you for life. (21:30)
  • Anna shares some of her motivated moments with mentors.
• They discuss the importance of delayed gratification and the value of putting in the hours. (27:00)
• Eat Happy Kitchen is for everyone, and several of the sauces are vegan. (46:30)
  • Anna's sauces are in several stores. Go to her website and use the store locator to find the store closest to you. https://eathappykitchen.com/pages/grocer-locations
• Vinnie explains how you'll be able to join the NSNG® VIP group when it reopens soon!
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More News

• If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, register here! https://vinnietortorich.com/vip/
• Don't forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel.
• "Dirty Keto" is available on Amazon!
  • You can purchase or rent it here.https://amzn.to/4d9agj1
  • Make sure you watch, rate, and review it!

• Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook, is available!
  • You can go to https://eathappyitalian.com
  • You can order it from Vinnie's Book Club. https://amzn.to/3ucIXm
  • Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day! https://annavocino.substack.com/
• There's a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use!
  • The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon. https://nsngfoods.com/

PURCHASE DIRTY KETO (2024)

• The documentary launched in August 2024!
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• This is Vinnie's fourth documentary in just over five years.

• Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries
• Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family.
• Additionally, the more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend!
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PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries

REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries