The Energy Balance Podcast

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Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide

0:00 – intro 

1:55 – what Layne Norton eats in a day: protein bars, microwave meals, cereal, protein shakes 

5:54 – problems with the “if it fits your macros” (IIFYM) diet camp 

11:54 – the glaring hypocrisy in Layne Norton’s “no influencer BS” diet 

17:43 – what Layne Norton eats in a day cont’d: frozen meals, popcorn, frozen yogurt, chicken + apples 

20:12 – “consistency over perfection” mindset: terrible advice? 

25:44 – “normal” may not be “healthy” 

28:25 – is it possible to prioritize health on a busy schedule? 

34:13 – time saving tips for healthy meal prep 

42:47 – is Layne Norton’s diet any better than fast-food? 

47:01 – social media vs reality: how health influencers hide their health issues 

50:56 – success story: cravings eliminated by adding carbs post carnivore 

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0:00 – intro 

2:12 –Thomas Delauer admits that intermittent fasting increases cortisol 

9:38 – what fasting does to your digestion, thyroid, hormones, and metabolism 

15:40 – why intermittent fasting is stressful and increases cortisol 

20:20 – Thomas Delauer says intermittent fasting every day is harmful 

28:06 – the consequences of long-term intermittent fasting 

32:09 – more fat-burning doesn’t mean better health 

35:34 – Thomas DeLauer’s new approach to fasting: does it actually make sense? 

41:29 – should we try to increase autophagy for better health? 

45:56 – are longer fasts better than daily intermittent fasting? do they improve insulin sensitivity? 

53:13 – the best way to increase autophagy 

1:04:30 – what to do if fasting makes you feel better 

1:15:03 – restoring health and finding balance after vegan, OMAD, and carnivore diets 

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0:00 – intro 

1:33 – is Dr. Boz’s diet healthy? 

6:04 – will Dr. Boz crash and add in carbs soon? 

11:46 – what Mike eats in a day 

19:07 – how to adjust your diet for stable energy and satiety 

24:08 – Mike eats beans, legumes, and cruciferous vegetables? 

29:21 – should we adjust our calorie intake on workout days? 

31:36 – what Jay eats in a day 

40:20 – should you be eating 3,000–4,000 calories per day? 

50:40 – do you really need to track your food? 

55:06 – “nutrient density” is overrated – it’s not all about vitamins and minerals 

59:35 – Theresa’s health journey and what she eats in a day 

1:10:14 – important nutrient targets, the calcium to phosphorus ratio, & restoring gut health post-carnivore 

1:16:49 – easy ways to get organ meat in your diet 

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0:00 – intro 

2:05 – the underlying cause of hypothyroidism 

10:43 – what is the true value of Ray Peat’s work? 

17:57 – stress and aging: is taking thyroid medication the solution? 

23:03 – taking control of your health vs. the modern medical system 

25:20 – the forgotten key to healing and regeneration 

29:34 – Ray Peat’s core principle and the reversal of aging 

34:39 – the problem with modern biohacking and longevity 

38:32 – why enjoying your food is more important than you think 

46:54 – lack of appetite = RED FLAG 

49:47 – how meaninglessness affects your health 

56:32 – can your mindset actually change your physical health? 

1:09:45 – strategies for finding more meaning in life 

1:21:23 – reversing low testosterone, high blood sugar, low energy, and poor sleep with carbs 

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Timestamps:

0:00 – intro 

1:12 – how to fix insomnia and nighttime wake-ups in general and specifically for post-menopausal women 

8:20 – hormonal shifts in post-menopausal women and what’s really going on with estrogen 

13:57 – possible causes of blood sugar instability, hypoglycemia, anxiety, and jitteriness: common protein and fat mistakes on a “Ray Peat Diet” 

19:00 – potential problems with probiotic and fermented foods for gut health (yogurt, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, etc.) 

25:44 – ketones vs. glucose and whether a ketogenic diet lowers oxidative stress 

33:03 – do the benefits of ketones outweigh the costs of a ketogenic diet?

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Check out the Energy Balance Food guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/

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https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy-balance-solution/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro 

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide

0:00 – intro 

1:36 – good vs. bad cravings: how to tell the difference 

4:28 – how to use cravings to understand what your body actually needs 

10:15 – healthy hunger vs compulsive eating 

15:27 – should we limit calories, carbs, fat, or salt? are carbs addictive? 

17:51 – one common reason people feel better on low-carb, keto, and carnivore diets 

20:07 – how chronic stress and trauma shape cravings and compulsive behaviors 

22:26 – is sugar really addictive like a drug? 

26:08 – does a bad response mean it’s a bad craving? 

31:12 – how to understand your cravings 

35:53 – your response to foods is only part of the picture 

39:38 – where sauna, exercise, cold exposure, and fasting fall on the stress spectrum 

45:14 – cold plunging vs saunas: why Jay says sauna is better 

48:57 – pros and cons of fasting 

51:35 – is exercise beneficial because it causes stress? 

57:00 – the benefits of sauna use and whether heat shock proteins are really beneficial 

59:39 – where walking, HIIT, saunas, and cold plunges fall on the “stress spectrum” 

1:02:04 – why metabolic markers can improve from stressors 

1:04:35 – can HIIT and endurance training ever be beneficial from a bioenergetic perspective? 

1:06:55 – how much exercise is too much? 

1:09:27 – how carbs restored energy and recovery for a former carnivore athlete 

Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide

0:00 – intro 

1:32 – Mike Israetel on Retatrutide as the next “miracle drug” 

4:06 – concerns with increasing glucagon: thyroid, fat metabolism, reproductive hormones 

7:22 – Retatrutide leads to more aggressive weight loss at the expense of health 

10:17 – is Retatrutide really healthier for your internal organs (fatty liver, heart, kidney) 

11:41 – healthy weight loss does NOT have to be uncomfortable 

14:44 – Retatrutide signaling explained: what are the long-term effects? 

20:46 – extreme dieting feels terrible for a reason; restriction is not the solution 

24:10 –Mike Israetel’s diet explains his view of Retatrutide 

27:50 – Kinobody (Greg O’Gallagher) says using GLP-1 medications is “high IQ" 

31:29 – are GLP-1s just a “modern day tool” without consequences? 

33:22 – is constant food availability the reason for widespread weight gain and obesity? 

40:24 – why Greg Gallagher is getting push-back for taking Tirzepatide 

43:09 – does “food noise” justify GLP-1s?45:20 – many fitness influencers have body image issues and perpetuate the cycle 

50:40 – the truth about being lean/ripped – what’s actually healthy? 

57:57 – obsession with body composition as a sign of poor health 

1:02:03 – success story: from low-carb fear to feeling better with carbs 

1:04:40 – why people are afraid to try carbs again after low-carb and common mistakes people make when reintroducing carbs 

In this episode we discuss:

0:00 – intro 

0:39 – unpacking Super Bowl ads for GLP-1 weight loss drugs 

5:15 – why GLP-1 marketing is falling flat: are people waking up? 

10:26 – are pharmaceuticals the solution for the modern food system? 

14:40 – GLP-1 commercial downplays potential serious side effects 

18:22 – the benefits of GLP-1 agonists for glucose metabolism 

19:45 – the major difference between GLP-1 drugs and our own natural GLP-1 hormone 

21:49 – GLP-1 drugs lead to increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal behavior 

23:37 – gut problems, muscle loss, and 4x faster weight regain (additional side effects from GLP-1 drugs) 

25:26 – risk vs. reward for GLP-1 drugs 

29:53 –are GLP-1 drugs safe and effective long-term? 

33:37 – GLP-1 drugs vs. diet and exercise 

38:40 – using GLP-1 drugs for losing the stubborn weight and taking willpower out of the equation 

43:13 – the “metabolic benefits” of GLP-1 medications 

45:21 – whether it ever makes sense to take GLP-1 drugs for weight loss or improved health 

48:31 – weight regain on GLP-1 drugs: are they a sustainable solution? 

50:58 – severe undereating leads to faster weight regain, especially body fat 

56:14 – weighing the convenience of taking weight loss drugs vs the side effects and long-term costs 

58:23 – “food noise” vs. hunger and cravings 

1:02:03 – how to get rid of “food noise” and chronic hunger and cravings 

1:05:08 – sharing a listener success story: from carnivore and sad to crushing life with a bioenergetic approach