Not Another Nutrition Podcast by Martin MacDonald

03.14.2024

#114: NUTRITION - Why Eddie Abbew’s Take on Insulin & Fat Loss is SH*T

In this episode, I give my take on Eddie Abbew’s rise in popularity and discuss the research around his demonisation of insulin & various other things. The link to the two Kevin Hall papers and the podcast I discuss in the...

02.13.2024

#113: GUEST APPEARANCE - Jeff Hoehn Interviews me on: What Everyone Should Consider Before Bulking

On the second part of the Mind Muscle Connection podcast, I am interviewed by Jeff Hoehn on the things everyone should consider before starting a bulk! We discuss the factors that affect how someone adapts to bulking including gender, NEAT & genetics. References...

02.08.2024

#112: GUEST APPEARANCE - Jeff Hoehn Interviews me on: The Reason Many People Gain Weight & Why Tracking is Unsustainable

On this week’s episode, I am interviewed by Jeff Hoehn on the Mind Muscle Connection podcast. We discussed what my current nutrition and training goals are and my daily eating behaviours. We also talk about the importance of learning healthy...

01.25.2024

#111: NUTRITION - NEW Protein Study! The Most Significant Nutrition Knowledge Update in The Last Nine Years

A new seminal paper has just been published and it has HUGELY changed/added to our current understanding of how we should be viewing protein intake!! This is big! References for the studies discussed can be found at ⁠www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep111 TOPICS 00:00 - The paper 9...

06.05.2023

#110: NUTRITION - When & How to Refeed During an Aggressive Diet

In this episode, I discuss what needs to be considered when implementing refeeds during an aggressive diet. The link to receive my aggressive dieting resource can be found at: https://www.martin-macdonald.com/aggressive-dieting-resource TIMEPOINTS 02:23 - What is the optimal deficit during an aggressive diet 05:53...

05.28.2023

#109: WISDOM - Training to Get Big Arms! Or Something Like That.

This short episode covers a few insights into the topic of training, more specifically how I took my arms from being my worst body part to arguably my best. The references and links for the study discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep109 TOPICS 1:46 - Dealing...

05.22.2023

#108: NUTRITION - Weight Loss Injections, Insulin Sensitivity and Weight Loss

This is a quick fire episode after I was 'challenged' about the importance of insulin sensitivity for weight loss over simply being concerned with energy balance. I discuss weight loss injections like semaglutide and the diabetes medication, metformin. TOPICS 00:40 - Can...

05.15.2023

#107: GUEST APPEARANCE - Anna Skinner from Body Smart Fitness Interviews me on: PCOS, Reducing Cravings & Sugar Addiction

In this episode, I am interviewed by Anna Skinner from Body Smart Fitness. We discuss myths and dietary changes regarding PCOS, the efficacy of supplements, sugar addiction, cravings & much more! As mentioned in this episode, you can use code 'NANPDublin'...

05.08.2023

#106: NUTRITION - Aggressive Dieting: Non-tracking & Transitioning to Maintenance

In this week’s episode, I discuss key considerations and strategies for aggressive dieting & cover how to transition from a dieting phase to eating at maintenance! TOPICS 05:50 - How I aggressive diet with minimal tracking 09:44 - How often to weigh yourself...

05.02.2023

#105: NUTRITION - An Intro in to Understanding The Lack of Evidence Behind ‘Personalised Nutrition’ Technology

In this episode I start what will likely be a longer journey into dispelling the misinformation that is going to fill the health, fitness & wellness industries for years to come with regards to PERSONALISED NUTRITION. During this short episode, I...

03.20.2023

#104: This was supposed to be a WISDOM episode...

I had an idea for this episode but didn't record it for a couple of weeks so I kinda failed you. Instead, it turned into a Dublin Tour date announcement!! 3rd June. Save the Date! You can register your interest here! -...

03.13.2023

#103: NUTRITION - A Lack of Sleep Does Not Stop Fat Loss

In this week’s episode, I discuss the evidence on the importance of sleep and whether a lack of it can impact fat loss and muscle retention. As mentioned, I'm going to be speaking in Dublin in June!! You can register your...

02.24.2023

#102: NUTRITION/PARENTING - Why Children Shouldn’t Drink Sweet Drinks - Addendum

This episode is a quick addendum to my last episodes, further clarifying why it might not be a good to give children sweet drinks but also emphasising that this is the scientific discussion & we then need to apply it...

02.20.2023

#101: NUTRITION/PARENTING - Why Children Shouldn’t Drink Squash/Cordial

In this week’s episode, I discuss the evidence on whether young children should be consuming sweet drinks like squash/cordial/diluting juice. I explain where the research is up to and give some practical advice that parents can use to help improve their...

02.13.2023

#100 - I'm Back! Where I've been & what to expect in 2023! Guests podcasts? OnlyFans?

I felt like Episode 100 was a perfect time to 1) explain my recent absence a LITTLE, without it being TMI! But also a look at what to expect in 2023 and let you in on a little new venture I'm...

02.09.2023

#99: NUTRITION - Is Consuming 16% Protein Optimal for a Diet?

A certain podcast clip went viral this week of a leading geneticist claiming that we should all be aiming to consume 16% of our Calories from protein and that eating above this ’sweet-spot’ would have adverse effects. In this week’s...

10.04.2022

#98: NUTRITION - Research on the Hormonal Responses to Organic vs Fast Food Consumption

Are you putting the 'wrong fuel in your Ferrari'.... lol. This analogy is dumb when it comes to Fat Loss... and we have the research on humans we can look at. High 'quality' organic food vs Fast Food. In this...

09.27.2022

#97: NUTRITION - Why Adults & Children Can Healthily Consume the Same Number of Calories

This episode is a brisk conversation around the topic of Calories. I discuss why it is utterly ridiculous to compare the calorie deficits of an adult to the calorific needs of a growing child, and, as always, the importance of...

09.24.2022

#96: NUTRITION/PARENTING - Protein for Children - Requirements, Shakes, Vegetarian Children & more!

Following my last episode on the protein needs of young children, lots of you had specific queries regarding your child’s protein needs. So this week’s episode I have responded to your questions regarding protein and the requirements for your children....

09.13.2022

#95: NUTRITION/PARENTING - How Much Protein Your Young Child Needs

Many of you have been asking me about nutrition for children recently and specifically about their protein needs. So this week I have recorded an episode not only on how much protein your child needs but why your anxieties on...

09.07.2022

#94: GUEST APPEARANCE - LTB Interview on: Rapid Fat Loss, Health at Every Size, BMI as a Determinant of Health & More!

This week’s episode is an interview I did with Stu Aitken from Lift The Bar. We discussed why I first became interested in rapid fat loss, BMI as an indicator of health and why I am interested in discussing other topics outside of...

08.31.2022

#93: NUTRITION - Critical Thinking, Slut Shaming & How Diet Drinks Are Affecting Your Health

In this episode, I talk about the importance of using critical thinking in all aspects of life & explain, with examples, that correlation does NOT equal causation! References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep93 TOPICS 00:00 - The importance of critical thinking when...

08.23.2022

#92: WISDOM - The Importance of Prioritising the Process over the Outcome

This episode was inspired by a conversation I had with a friend where I found myself wishing away time. I talk about how important it is to enjoy the process in life, rather than just rushing to tick off achievements and milestones! Hopefully it helps...

08.16.2022

#91: NUTRITION - An Intro to the Lie That is Personalised Nutrition & Blood Glucose Testing

In this episode I discuss the truth about inter-individual variances in our responses to food & exercise & how these are being mis-used to sell personalised nutrition interventions/bio-technology. References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep91 TOPICS 00:00 - Individual variances in responses to food...

08.10.2022

#90: NUTRITION - Cardio Vs. Resistance Training - If You Only Have 1hr Spare, What Should You Do?

In this episode I talk about the benefits of resistance training, the realistic effects walking is having on your body and how sleep is absolutely vital if you want to make any progress. References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep90 TOPICS 02:37...

08.02.2022

#89: WISDOM - Stoicism & How to Feel Less Vulnerable to Online Negativity

On this week’s episode, I discuss why I have started talking about stoicism to my children and how it can help when dealing with negativity online. I also talk about how it can be empowering to understand why people become zealots...

07.27.2022

#88: GUEST APPEARANCE - Steve Hall Interviews me on: Out-training Your Genetics, The Practical Use of Refeeds & How to Retain Muscle When Aggressively Dieting

This is part 2 of the guest podcast that I recorded with Steve Hall from Revive Stronger, we continue to discuss the role of genetics in fat loss & muscle gain, the effect dieting and bulking has on digestion and...

07.20.2022

#87: GUEST APPEARANCE - Steve Hall Interviews me on: How Significant Genetics are for Fat Loss & Muscle Gain

This is a guest podcast that I recorded with Steve Hall from Revive Stronger. We discuss some really cool topics including bodybuilding, physique goals and genetics. TOPICS 11:29 - The difference between MNU and university degrees 22:19 - What my...

07.13.2022

#86: NUTRITION - Tracking Calories & Macros: Should You Weigh Food Raw or Cooked?

In this episode, I talk about the best ways to weigh food when tracking calories or macros. I give some top tips that I’ve learnt from my years of experience with tracking & touch on some myths from my bodybuilding...

07.12.2022

#85: BUSINESS - Can Nutritionists Give Meal Plans, How to Get a Discount on MNU & How To Get Free Fat Loss Lectures

In this episode, I answer a commonly misunderstood topic - Meal Plans. Likewise, I discuss some key content relating to MNU enrolments opening tomorrow! 13th July 2022! References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep85 TOPICS 02:34 - Can Nutritionists...

07.06.2022

#84: PARENTING - The Importance of Clear & Transparent Communication with Children

A super quick parenting podcast this week! This episode is about clear and transparent communication with children & how you can communicate even before your baby can talk! TOPICS 00:38 - YouTube insults & being authentic on social media 02:22...

06.28.2022

#83: WISDOM - Don’t Listen to This Podcast…Unless You Love Me/Seneca

This week’s episode is one for those of you who just can’t get enough of my voice. You’ve been warned. There’s a little ray of wisdom in here from Seneca & some chat about the trials and tribulations of motivation!...

06.22.2022

#82: GUEST APPEARANCE - Cody McBroom Interviews me on: Hormones, Business Coaches, MNU & More

This week's episode was recorded on Cody McBroom’s podcast ’The Tailored Life Podcast’. Cody is an MNU graduate and successful business owner so it was great to hear his take on life after MNU! Was also good to share some...

06.08.2022

#81: PARENTING - Is Using Food As a Tool for Punishment Appropriate for Your Children?

In this podcast I discuss two key themes: Teaching your children using 'appropriate consequences' and how short term sacrifices for long term gain will benefit your parenting. TOPICS 02:26 - Why I’m not ‘lucky’ with my children 03:55 - How...

05.31.2022

#80: PARENTING - What to Do When Your Children Refuse to Eat Their Dinner

In this episode I share some of my key parenting tips I use with my babies. Some of these have had a really profound affect and as they are growing older I can see just how much of an impact...

05.24.2022

#79: NUTRITION - The 'Hormones & Food Quality vs Food Quantity’ Fat Loss Debate

People often get confused about the role hormones play when concerning fat loss. Although they are relevant in the discussion, people are often misled by zealots looking to make money selling their latest product and has led to thinking of...

05.17.2022

#78: NUTRITION - Carbohydrates After Training for Fat Loss & Muscle Gain

I was recently asked if there was some benefit to eating carbs (coco pops in particular!) after training and after my podcast on meal timing I thought I should cover the topic of carbs around training to prevent any confusion....

05.10.2022

#77: PARENTING - Parenting on Purpose - Conscious Parenting for Teaching Boundaries & Consent

This is my very first non-nutrition related Parenting podcast! I've always tried to 'parent on purpose’ & I like to encourage some deeper thinking & offer my insights when it comes to topics like this. In this episode,...

05.04.2022

#76: WISDOM - Sexual Organ Ownership & Expertise on Gender Physiology

This episode is mainly a rant, so please don’t listen if you’re purely here for nutrition information or ‘feel good’ wisdom. I talk about a topic that many people are currently shying away from. As I do. The widespread acceptance...

04.26.2022

#75: NUTRITION - Vitamins and Minerals - Listener Questions

This is a whole episode of listener questions on Micronutrient supplementation! References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep75 Get FREE content from Mac-Nutrition Uni here www.mac-nutritionuni.com/mnu-prospectus You can also join the Mac-Nutrition Uni priority list for the Sep...

04.20.2022

#74: NUTRITION - Fat Loss & When We Eat - What Does the Research Say?

'Does when I eat matter when it comes to fat loss?’……. 'Should I avoid carbs after 6pm?’ I am often asked questions about meal timing and its impact on fat loss. In this episode, I discuss where these myths originated...

04.13.2022

#73: WISDOM - Accepting You Can’t Help Others Until They Want to Help Themselves

In this podcast I discuss words of encouragement for those who feel that they have barriers when helping others & themselves. The importance of keeping an open door and realising that things don’t happen overnight, and you shouldn't try to...

03.29.2022

#72: WISDOM - A Compassionate Approach When Discussing Nutrition With Misinformed People

With nutrition communication it’s important what you say but also the way you communicate. Within this episode, I explain how having a compassionate approach with misinformed clients is not only important for them, but also for you, as a practitioner! ...

03.22.2022

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