What if the key to better health isn't cutting carbs, but changing how you think about them? Ethan sits down with fitness expert Harley Pasternak to unpack the myths surrounding carbohydrates, fad diets, and sustainable weight loss. Drawing from both science and personal experience, they explore why moderation beats restriction, how fear around food develops, and practical strategies for building healthier eating habits that last. If you're tired of nutrition confusion and looking for a balanced approach, this conversation is for you.

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Welcome and Why Carbs Get a Bad Reputation

03:18 - The Fear of Reintroducing Carbohydrates

08:05 - Why Extreme Diets Eventually Fail

13:47 - The Psychology Behind Food Restriction

19:12 - Building a Sustainable Relationship with Food

24:56 - Why Moderation Is So Difficult

30:18 - Debunking Common Nutrition Myths

36:11 - Practical Habits That Actually Work

41:02 - The PATH Method for Balanced Meals

47:01 - Moderation as a Lifelong Philosophy

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