In episode 27 we talk about why we should be concentrating more on counting nutrients, than counting calories. 

The topics covered are nutrient density;

The 7 nutrients are typically lowest in our diets.

Why we should choose non-CAFO meats because of their altered nutrient level.

Why quality over quantity

The Chronometer App

Nutritiondata.com

Low electrolytes

Richard and Karen talk all things poop, IBS and constipation.

We discuss why we can have issues with our bowels and motility what to try to fix the problem.

The topic of pellagra is discussed along with nutrient deficiencies, dehydration, the position we poop in and much more...

RPE Fitness Inc Blog post on pooping position

Bristol Stool Chart

Pellagra

Corporate Wellness Presentations

GAPS Diet

Richard and Karen ask the question can you exercise your way out of a bad diet and are you wasting your time beating yourself into the ground trying?

RPE Fitness Inc

Richard and Karen talk about detoxing. Detoxing seems to be the next big thing with companies selling detox packages and potions to fix all. Are they necessary? Are you wasting your time and money? Are there alternatives?

Benefits of Rebounding Article

Richard and Karen talk about sugar. It's role in our health, society, the economy and much more.........

Karen's Sugar Fix Article

Fructose Study

Richard and Karen talk about cholesterol and whether cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart attack or an innocent bystander who got caught up in all the mele....

We look at particle size, genetic predisposition, diet, statins and even a reference from the movie Despicable Me 2!!

Minnesota Experiment  

APOE Genetic Diagram

Dr Peter Attia

Chris Kresser 

Dr Chatterjee

Triglyceride/cholesterol Calculator

23 and me genetic testing

In episode 21 - Richard and Karen talk all things gluten, what is it? How can it affect the gut? What about the alternatives and much, much more....

Keto Bread Video

Richard and Karen talk plant-based diets. They share their opinions and look at the myths and hype that is presented to convince people to switch to a vegetarian or vegan diet, and ask the question is it really healthy for humans to eat only plants? 

The story of the Human Body - Daniel Lieberman

Catching Fire - Richard Wrangham

Why Evolution is True - Jerry Coyne

Folks, This Ain't Normal - Joel Salatin

Holistic Management - Alan Savory

 In episode 19  Richard and Karen talk about water fasting, what is it, how to do it safely and how it can work wonders for your body with regard to health, disease, fat loss, etc.

They also go into depth with their own anecdotal experiences regarding water fasting and how it was for them

Great Resources

Getting Started on a Keto Diet

Low Carb Diet 

Dr. Valter Longo on fasting and Tumours

Dr. Jason Fung Videos

Dr. Jason Fung Blog

In episode 18 Richard and Karen talk about the keto diet, what is it, how to get on it and importantly how it works and a few hacks to get you into ketosis quicker.

We will also discuss reversing type 2 diabetes with diet and exercise and not drugs

MCT Oil

Exogenous Ketones