1037: How Ultra-Processed Foods Are Making You Fat, Sick, & Weak

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss a recent study on ultra-processed foods that have confirmed what they have long-suggested on the show, that calories are not just calories and that food quality matters. How the problem with most studies done on diet is they are done in an observational manner. (2:47) Ultra-processed foods make us eat more, and it’s not about their nutritional makeup: study. (4:50) What is the definition of ultra-processed food? (7:50) The benefits of processed foods. (9:50) Why the biggest single contributor to chronic health problems in modern societies is obesity. (23:07) Becoming aware of the hedonistic properties of these highly palatable foods. (29:23) The evolution of what we perceive as palatable. (37:23) How we are living in ‘if it fits your macro world’. (45:43) How do we manage around this in today’s world? Understanding your relationship with these foods. (49:22) Why you must create barriers between yourself and these ultra-processed foods and eliminate barriers between yourself and healthy foods. (55:10) The one thing to start TODAY to bring your body to its natural bodyweight. (1:02:21) People Mentioned Layne Norton, PhD (@biolayne)  Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned May Promotion: MAPS HIIT ½ off!! **Code “HIIT50” at checkout** Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain: An Inpatient Randomized Controlled Trial of Ad Libitum Food Intake The Most Effective Single Step You Can Take to Lose Fat – Mind Pump Blog Mind Pump Free Resources