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Amelia Wood is an ACE-certified Personal Trainer dedicated to helping people feel strong, confident, and capable in their own bodies. Known for her approachable, no-gimmicks style, Amelia focuses on building sustainable fitness habits that fit real life. She's passionate about functional strength, movement that feels good, and empowering others to discover just how resilient they can be.
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This is a story of faith, community, healing, and self-advocacy.
Twenty years ago Amy Faith Folger discovered the keto diet. After reading Jason Fung's book on intermittent fasting she lost 85 pounds in 3 MONTHS! Thanks to her community, her faith, and her relentless pursuit of weight-loss strategies that work, she has been able, so far, to drop 160 pounds.
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Julia Ross is a pioneering psychotherapist and bestselling author who has spent over 30 years revolutionizing the treatment of mood disorders, food addiction, and binge eating. A leader in nutritional psychiatry, she's helped thousands break free from cravings and compulsive eating by addressing the brain's biochemical imbalances with targeted amino acids and real food. Her groundbreaking work has empowered people worldwide to restore their natural appetite control, emotional balance, and lasting freedom from unhealthy eating habits—without relying solely on willpower or medication.
In this episode, Dr. Brian, Dr. Tro, and Julia talk about…
(00:00) Intro
(03:52) What drew Julia Ross to psychotherapy and how she began to recognize that food addiction and binge-eating were real disorders
(11:37) The amino acid Tyrosine and how it impacts addiction centers in the brain
(16:13) Research on the effectiveness of Tyrosine and why the amino acid Dopamine is over-rated
(19:57) What causes people to crave a substance like sugar
(21:12) Why food addicted individuals need to focus on eating more protein
(26:03) Why fat alone is not sufficient to break food addiction in the brain
(29:29) How amino acids can neutralize stress and help with addiction recovery
(34:30) SSRIs, tryptophan, and addiction
(45:08) Micronutrients, amino acid deficiency, and veganism
(49:31) Whether supplementation is essential for adequate amino acid intake
(54:11) How the industry has warped our thinking about food and eating
(58:37) Whether GLP-1s help with food addiction and cravings
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Julia Ross:
Website and Books: https://www.juliarosscures.com
X: https://x.com/juliarosscures
FB: https://www.facebook.com/juliarosscures/
Dr. Brian Lenzkes:
Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author
Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
Website: https://www.doctortro.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/
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Josh Wageman is a board-certified Clinical Lipid Specialist dedicated to transforming the way we understand and treat heart disease. With a deep expertise in cholesterol, metabolic health, and cardiovascular risk, he helps patients cut through the noise and take control of their health using evidence-based, personalized strategies. Known for translating complex science into actionable steps, Josh is passionate about prevention and proving that heart disease doesn't have to be inevitable.
In this episode, Dr. Brian and Josh talk about…
(00:00) Intro
(00:32) Josh's interesting and varied career path
(04:31) Understanding cardiovascular disease in a nutshell
(8:15) Understanding lipoproteins
(10:10) Why lipids are controversial and what we can all agree on
(12:28) LDL and HDL particles
(19:35) Endurance athletes and coronary calcium
(29:54) Atherosclerosis, carnivore, and gut dysbiosis
(39:46) Advanced lipid panels
(40:29) Statins and LDL
(44:13) Pros and cons of statins
(49:54) Supplements that may be helpful for cardiovascular health
(52:44) Rapping and singing about lipids and heart health
(55:09) Science and faith; physical health and spiritual health
(01:02:25) Outro
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Josh Wageman:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/wagemanjosh/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Security-System-Lipid-Neighborhood-Complicating/dp/B0DTJ1HJ4Y
Dr. Brian Lenzkes:
Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author
Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
Website: https://www.doctortro.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/
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Dr. Shebani Sethi is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and founder of the first academic Metabolic Psychiatry program. Board-certified in both Psychiatry and Obesity Medicine, she bridges the gap between mental health and metabolic health—an approach she calls Metabolic Psychiatry. Dr. Sethi trained at Stanford, Duke, and Johns Hopkins, with expertise in eating disorders, nutrition, and obesity. Her groundbreaking research explores ketogenic and metabolic interventions for serious mental illnesses like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. A recipient of multiple national awards, Dr. Sethi is a leading voice in rethinking how we treat the mind and body—together.
In this episode, Drs. Tro, Laura, and Shebani talk about…
(00:00) Intro
(03:01) What Metabolic Psychiatry is
(03:50) Recent research studying the links between diet and mental health
(07:01) The state of food addiction research
(12:57) How we can help others understand and accept the reality of food addiction
(19:23) The modern processed food epidemic
(23:42) The data from recent studies on how the keto diet reduces binge eating and food addiction symptoms
(24:53) The latest paper worked on by Dr. Tro, Dr. Laura, and Dr. Shebani looking at the impact of various dietary approaches on binge eating and food addiction symptoms
(29:40) How important social support is in reducing food addiction symptoms
(33:18) In what sense food can be considered an addictive substance
(36:02) Dr. Shebani's personal diet
(37:22) Parting words of wisdom for anyones struggling with food addiction or obesity
(39:07) Which interventions Dr. Shebani has found most effective for
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Our new peer-reviewed study on food addiction and binge eating was just published! CHECK IT OUT: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2025.1612551/full
Dr. Shebani Sethi:
X: https://x.com/shebanimd?lang=en
Dr. Brian Lenzkes:
Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author
Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
Website: https://www.doctortro.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/
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Dr. Georgia Ede is an internationally recognized expert in nutritional and metabolic psychiatry. Her twenty-five years of clinical experience include twelve years as a college mental health specialist at Smith College and Harvard University, where she was the first psychiatrist to offer students nutrition-based approaches to mental health conditions.
Dr. Ede co-authored the first inpatient study of the ketogenic diet for serious mental illness, developed the first medically accredited course in ketogenic diets for mental health, and is a recipient of the Baszucki Brain Research Fund's Metabolic Mind Award. Her bestselling new book Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind was recommended by the New York Times Book Review and is being translated into more than a dozen languages.
In this episode, Drs. Tro, Brian, and Georgia talk about…
(00:00) Intro
(04:31) Why food addiction acceptance is growing
(11:58) Why diet and proper nutrition are simple
(14:25) The harms and benefits of medications like statins
(22:11) The lack of critical thinking going in the medical profession
(28:49) Supplementing
(31:23) Plant-based diets and metabolic health
(34:57) Plant-based diet and brain health
(39:53) How quickly mental health symptoms improve for people on ketogenic and whole food diets
(44:37) Gut health and metabolic health
(47:40) The upcoming International Food Addiction and Comorbidities Conference
(54:02) Hyper-palatable foods and binge eating
(55:57) Dr. Georgia's book, Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind
(01:01:50) Outro
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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
International Food Addiction and Comorbidities Conference, IFACC 2025: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/food-addiction-solutions-fas
Jen Unwin's recent study on food addiction: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2025.1556988/full
Dr. Georgia Ede
X: https://x.com/GeorgiaEdeMD
IG: https://www.instagram.com/georgiaedemd/
Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind (book): https://www.diagnosisdiet.com/resources
Dr. Brian Lenzkes:
Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author
Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
Website: https://www.doctortro.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/
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Doug Reynolds is the founder of LowCarbUSA®, a leading organization dedicated to promoting low-carb, ketogenic, and metabolic health through science-based education. A former endurance athlete and self-proclaimed "carb skeptic," Doug turned his personal health journey into a mission to help others reclaim their lives through nutrition.
One of his most impactful contributions to the fight for metabolic health is The LowCarbUSA® conference. Officially known as the Symposium for Metabolic Health, it is a premier scientific and clinical event hosted by LowCarbUSA® in collaboration with the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHP). Founded by Doug in 2016, it brings together world‑renowned researchers, healthcare professionals, and passionate individuals to explore the therapeutic benefits of carbohydrate restriction—and its role in combating insulin resistance, inflammation, hyperinsulinemia, type 2 diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular and neurological disorders.
The Symposium for Metabolic Health – San Diego 2025, hosted by LowCarbUSA® and the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners (SMHP), takes place August 14–17 at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort. This premier event brings together healthcare professionals, researchers, and health enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge science and clinical strategies focused on therapeutic carbohydrate reduction and metabolic health. Highlights include a full day dedicated to brain and neurological health, 28 CME credits, practical tools for improving patient outcomes, and unique networking opportunities—all set against the scenic backdrop of Coronado Bay, with both in-person and livestream options available.
In this episode, Dr. Tro, Dr. Brian and Doug talk about…
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Doug Reynolds:
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Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
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Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.
Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888
Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US
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Dr. Zoë Harcombe is an intellectual powerhouse—a Cambridge graduate with degrees in economics and mathematics, a long-standing member of Mensa, and a fearless truth-seeker. In this episode, she brings her sharp insight and deep curiosity to a wide-ranging conversation that spans nutrition, public health, and the increasingly complex issue of free speech.
Before dedicating herself to the world of diet and health in 2008, Zoë built a high-flying career in the corporate world. She held international roles in management consulting, manufacturing, and marketing across major global industries—from FMCG to telecoms—before focusing on Human Resources. She's worked on the inside of both Big Food (Mars Inc.) and Big Pharma (GSK), giving her a rare, insider's perspective on how these powerful sectors operate. At the height of her corporate journey, she served as Vice President of HR for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
In this episode, Drs. Tro and Zoë talk about…
(00:00) Intro
(04:04) Dr. Zoë's career shift from working for Big Food to becoming a diet, health, and nutrition researcher
(08:04) Dr. Zoë's first book (see links below)
(09:57) Calorie Counting versus eating a whole food diet featuring meat, fish, eggs, non-starchy vegetables, and yogurt
(15:55) Vested interests and the possibility of change to the dietary guidelines
(23:12) The war against free-thought and why you should keep your mind open to new ideas that contradict the majority opinion
(36:33) The insane level of censorship of free speech in the UK
(42:58) Assisted suicide, abortion, and climate change in the UK
(53:31) Why the facts of nutrition contradict the guidelines
(55:35) Dietary carbohydrates now versus in your grandparent's generation
(01:05:37) What Dr. Zoë eats in a day
(01:08:01) Dr. Zoë's hobbies and favorite activities
(01:11:00) Outro
For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!
Links:
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Dr. Zoe Harcombe:
Website: https://www.zoeharcombe.com/
Books: https://www.zoeharcombe.com/my-books/
X: https://x.com/zoeharcombe
Dr. Brian Lenzkes:
Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author
Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
Website: https://www.doctortro.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/
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Sevan Matossian is the son of Armenian immigrants. After spending two years homeless, he filmed movies in one hundred countries, seven continents, and forty-nine American states. As the Executive Director of CrossFit Media, he was a vital part of growing CrossFit from a movement with three-hundred gyms to an organization with fifteen-thousand gyms and an international footprint. During that time, he became educated on health in the United States and now believes that added sugar and refined carbohydrates are at the center of today's health crisis.
In this episode, Dr. Tro and Sevan talk about…
(00:00) Intro
(02:41) Getting de-platformed and shadow-banned
(07:27) How Sevan's beliefs and values were shaped as a kid and how they changed over time
(13:53) The fundamental differences between Liberalism and Conservatism
(22:00) Capitalism
(24:54) Tolerance
(27:15) The founding of Crossfit
(30:05) Sevan's homelessness experience and search for truth
(35:43) God, prayer, and miracles
(39:00) Rules for being homeless
(43:36) How Sevan began working for Crossfit
(51:45) Reaching people through media
(55:34) Truth and integrity
(01:01:26) Regulatory capture, authoritarianism, and free-markets
(01:12:23) Sevan's kids and how to raise good kids
(01:17:14) Sevan's podcast
For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!
Links:
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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
MetFix: https://brokenscience.org/metfix/
Joel Salatin: https://polyfacefarms.com
Sevan Matossian:
The Sevan Podcast: https://thesevanpodcast.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/therealsevanpodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSevanPodcast/featured
X: https://x.com/sevanmatossian?lang=en
Dr. Brian Lenzkes:
Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author
Dr. Tro Kalayjian:
Website: https://www.doctortro.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/
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Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.
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Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US
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