Sam Miller Science

Two of the most popular and efficacious dieting styles for fat loss and body composition are argued to be the Mediterranean Diet and a high protein diet but is one better than the other? What if we combined the best of each? In today's episode, we're going to examine a recent female focused study looking at the differences between these two dieting styles and glucose control. We'll also discuss how to ideally marry the two. Topics include:

- Mediterranean Diet vs High Protein Diet For Fat Loss

- Pro’s of Both Styles of Dieting

- Study on Mediterranean Diet vs High Protein Diet For Glucose Levels

- Female Focused Study

- Study Details

- One Caveat About Caloric Deficit

- Protein Sparring Modified Fast

- Best From Both World’s?

- FNMS Program

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

A recent poster presentation has sparked some controversy around social media and the implications around intermittent fasting and cardiovascular disease risk. Is there cause for concern? I'll end the suspense: no. In today's episode, I'll explain why these conclusions are highly skeptical, reasons the data shows what it did, who I believe intermittent fasting could be useful for and who it's not, and more. Topics include:

- Intermittent Fasting and Cardiovascular Disease Risk

- Poster Presentation At a Conference

- Reliability of This Information

- Breakfast Skippers and Quality Food Considerations

- Back To The Basics

- Intermittent Fasting As A Tool & Those Who Don’t Need It

- FNMS Program

- My Book Metabolism Made Simple

- Please Share, Rate, and Review

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

I wanted to bring back a oldie but goodie when it comes to segments on this show and that is overrated or underrated and I wanted to specifically talk about one test in particular and that is A1C. Helping students troubleshoot this blood marker in Metabolism School, there are a few considerations I want you to understand when it comes to this number potentially being falsely elevated. We'll talk about why this marker is important and stick around till the end to find out my answer. Topics include:

- Overrated or Underrated?

- A1C Marker

- Quick Explanation Of This Marker

- Please Subscribe, Share, Rate, and Review

- Why A1C Would Be Falsely Elevated

- FNMS Program Inside Metabolism School

- Different States of Anemia

- Baby Aspirin

- Other Considerations For False Decrease Marker

- The Verdict: Overrated or Underrated?

- Blood Glucose and Fasting Insulin Markers

- Metabolism Made Simple Book

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

A popular topic over the past few years is the impact of natural and artificial sweeteners on many of our bodily functions and goals and which sweetener is best for our overall health. In today's episode, we'll be looking at a recent 2024 study looking at Stevia specifically and it's surprising impact and results. Topics include:

- Artificial Sweeteners and Our Microbiome

- Recent 2024 Study on Stevia

- Enhancing Flavor Profiles

- Our Youtube Channel

- Study Details and Results

- Neutral and Positive Effects

- Please Share, Rate, and Review

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

With the increasing popularity of CGM's as consumer products, tracking and awareness around blood sugar regulation has increased tremendously in popularity as well and while it's helpful to understand, it can easily be taken too far. In today's episode, we'll look at the flatline blood glucose myth when it comes to fat loss and whether or not this is necessary for sustained fat loss. Topics include:

- Blood Sugar and Fat Loss

- Breaking Down The Flatline Myth

- Reading Example

- Effects On Your Mood

- How Are You Feeling After A Meal and Biofeedback

- FNMS Program

- My Book Metabolism Made Simple

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Subscribe to My New Youtube Channel: 

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

I am joined by a special guest on today's episode and you'll get to hear her experience within the Functional Nutrition & Metabolism Specialization program.  

Hannah is now a Mastery student but came to us actually as an assistant coach looking to improve her expertise and became so confident in her abilities, she went off on her own and starting her own coaching business.

Listen in as we talk about what she's learned and gained from the program, our mutual pet peeves in the industry, and what advice she has for anyone on the fence. Topics include:

- Hannah’s Beginning With Coaching and ED

- Curiosity For Internal Health

- Investing As An Assistant Coach

- Going From Assistant Coach to Owning Her Business While Inside FNMS

- The Expertise First Approach

- FNMS and Personal Brand/Content

- Annoyances In the Coaching Space

- My Rare Viral Posts

- Inside The FNMS Community

- Hannah’s Advice to Anyone On The Fence

- The Comprehensive Curriculum Inside FNMS

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

Does hormonal birth control play role in hindering exercise recovery? In today's episode, we're going to look at a new 2024 study on this very topic with trained individuals which is a big plus. We'll look at the study details, results, and why eliminating hormonal birth control isn't the "overnight success" strategy it may appear to be. Topics include:

- Hormonal Birth Control on Exercise Recovery

- March 2024 Study

- Understanding the Physiological Perspective

- Similar Episodes on This Topic

- Study Details

- Study Results

- No Overnight Success Stories

- FNMS Program

- Please Share, Rate, and Review

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

Something I see a lot in the coaching industry and something I've struggled with as well in the industry is the difference between incremental and exponential growth. We obviously need those daily deposits and I'm a big fan of the compound effect. What about the big picture though? What actions could lead to massive expansion? I'll share this and more in today's episode. Topics include:

- Incremental Growth vs Exponential Growth

- Intentional Direction and Our Compass

- Becoming The Individuals You Want To Attract

- Reminding Myself Too

- Why Most People Don’t Like This Advice

- Considering This Perspective

- Client Example

- Breaking Out Of The Hypnotic Mundane State

- Please Share, Rate, and Review

- Metabolism School

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Subscribe to My New Youtube Channel: 

https://youtube.com/@sammillerscience?si=s1jcR6Im4GDHbw_1

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

After spending nearly 2 decades in this industry being mentored by some of the greats and observing thousands more, I've noticed some common patterns and trends among them. What I see newer coaches do is get these 4 traits I'm about to share with you backwards and I don't want you to be one of them. In today's episode, I'll share the 4 traits, why they are being done backwards, share my thoughts on the confidence problem, and more. Topics include:

- What Most Coaches Do Backwards

- I’m Not A Spring Chicken

- The 4 Traits

- The Backwards Part

- Honoring The Commitment To Ourselves

- The Confidence Problem

- The 5 Currencies

- My Podcast Journey Example

- Progressive Sense of Commitment

- Working With Me and My Team Live

- Please Share The Show

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

While several factors go into optimizing muscle growth, one advanced way is tracking certain biomarkers or biometrics and in today's episode, we'll be looking at the top 5 biomarkers you should be looking at if you want to optimize muscle growth for you or your clients. We'd be here for several hours if I went over every single one so we'll cover the big ones including a testosterone panel to serum labs to testing cortisol. Topics include:

- Macros and Potion Focused Industry

- Top 5 Blood Biomarkers

- Your Testosterone Panel

- Data on Optimized Testosterone

- Serum Labs, Inflammation, and Gut Health

- Estrogen or Estradiol

- Low Grade Systematic Inflammation

- Cortisol

- Absolute Levels of Cortisol

- Thyroid Hormone

- FNMS Program

- Please Share, Rate, and Review

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My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization 

www.metabolismschool.com

“This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at [email protected]. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."