Clean Kitchen Podcast

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Exposing the Dirty Secrets of the Supplement Industry – with Oliver Amdrup | Puori Mar 19, 2025

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63: In this episode, we sit down with Oliver Amdrup-Chamby, co-founder of Puori, to discuss clean supplements, transparency, and food safety. We explore Prop 65, toxic heavy metals, and food regulations in the U.S. vs. Europe, shedding light on what consumers should know when choosing supplements.

Puori’s journey began with a need for better omega-3 fish oil, growing into a global brand known for third-party testing and uncompromising quality. Oliver shares insights on evaluating protein powders, whey vs. plant-based options, heavy metal contamination, and the importance of sourcing and supply chains.

Topics Discussed:

The impact of Prop 65 and heavy metal contamination in food and supplements
Differences in food regulations between the U.S. and Europe
What to look for in protein powders and the whey vs. plant-based debate
How Puori ensures transparency and clean ingredient sourcing
Ways to track heavy metal intake and make informed supplement choices

Tune in to hear Oliver’s expert insights and make informed choices about your supplements and overall wellness.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:45 – Prop 65 and Toxic Heavy Metals in Supplements
00:05:14 – The Clean Label Project
00:09:55 – Food Safety Regulations: Europe vs. USA
00:16:31 – How Puori Was Born
00:21:28 – Creating Transparent Products
00:25:01 – What to Look for in Protein Powders
00:28:10 – Plant-Based Proteins and Heavy Metals
00:30:01 – Whey vs. Plant Protein: Which Is Better?
00:33:47 – Sourcing and Supply Chain Transparency
00:37:27 – CrossFit and the Passion for Wellness
00:40:04 – Educating Consumers on Supplement Safety
00:42:12 – Heavy Metal Contamination in Supplements
00:45:03 – Supplement Routine and Nutrition Tips
00:51:53 – Tracking Heavy Metal Consumption
00:52:53 – Chocolate and Heavy Metals: What You Need to Know
00:54:32 – Protein Intake for Children
00:59:01 – Flavor Development in Supplements
01:00:45 – Puori Protein Powder Review
01:02:26 – Natural Flavors, PFAs, and Contamination
01:05:00 – Microplastics in Supplements
01:06:02 – Fish Oil Contamination and What It Means
01:10:01 – How to Test for Heavy Metal Poisoning

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Sweetgreen’s Founder on Ditching Seed Oils | Nicolas Jammet Mar 12, 2025

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Today, we’re joined by Nicolas Jammet, Co-Founder & Chief Concept Officer of Sweetgreen. We talk about Sweetgreen’s mission to redefine fast food, how they built a loyal customer base, and why they intentionally avoid telling people to "eat their veggies." Nicolas also shares how they approached fundraising, built strong relationships with farmers, and created a transparent supply chain.

We also get into the Sweetlife Music Festival, Sweetgreen’s commitment to regenerative farming, and how they think about menu innovation. Plus, Nicolas shares his personal food journey, what goes into creating new menu items, and whether French fries — could ever be on the menu.

Topics Discussed:

- The mission and values behind Sweetgreen

- Why they avoid telling people to "eat their veggies"

- Launching Sweetlife Music Festival

- Sweetgreen’s early days and finding investors

- Building a transparent supply chain and working with farmers

- Sweetgreen’s approach to regenerative farming

- Researching and developing new menu items

- The role of technology in Sweetgreen’s future

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro: Sweetgreen’s Origin Story
00:01:25 - Redefining Fast Food
00:05:51 - Why They Avoid “Eat Your Veggies”
00:09:49 - Launching a Music Festival
00:13:09 - Starting Sweetgreen in College
00:15:21 - Pitching Investors
00:16:12 - Building Customer Loyalty
00:19:27 - Menu Transparency
00:21:17 - Supporting Regenerative Farming
00:25:25 - Inside Their Supply Chain
00:28:12 - Transforming Employee Experience
00:31:11 - Nicolas’s Food Journey
00:36:15 - Creating New Menu Items
00:39:03 - French Fries at Sweetgreen?
00:41:48 - Choosing New Locations
00:43:05 - Tech Innovations in Food
00:48:51 - Scaling Without Compromise
00:50:18 - Nicolas’s Go-To Sweetgreen Order
00:52:11 - Will Sweetgreen Ever Serve Breakfast?

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How to Eat Healthy For Cheap + Debunking Common Food Myths Mar 05, 2025

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61: In this episode, we're diving into some of the biggest food myths you've probably heard—and maybe even believed. From the truth about low-fat diets to whether organic is really worth it, we're separating fact from fiction. Plus, we'll tackle the real cost of eating healthy and whether "calories in, calories out" is the best way to approach nutrition.

Topics Discussed:

How food myths shape our daily decisions
The truth about low-fat diets and why they became popular
Is organic food always better? What’s worth buying organic?
Breaking down “calories in vs. calories out” — does it actually work?
What counts as ultra-processed food and why it matters
Are carbs really the enemy? Understanding carbs in a balanced diet
The cost of eating healthy — is it as expensive as people say?
Practical tips for saving money on high-quality supplements

Sponsored By:

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:23 - Food related decisions
00:02:26 - Myth 1: Low Fat Is Good
00:06:10 - Satiety & healthy fats
00:11:57 - Issues with studies on fat consumption
00:15:07 - Myth 2: Organic is good??
00:18:55 - What do buy organic
00:20:12 - Myth 3 - Calories In & Calories Out
00:22:11 - Processing macronutrients
00:25:02 - “I’m not a weightloss person”
00:27:27 - Ultra Processed foods
00:30:04 - Myth 4 - Carbs are bad for you
00:32:07 - Refined vs Unrefined carbs
00:33:54 - Benefits of unrefined carbs
00:37:35 - Myth 5 - Healthy food is expensive
00:43:47 - Get supplements for cheap
00:47:05 - Myth 5 - No cheat meals
00:52:18 - Dessert

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How Big Food Tricked You Into Fearing Saturated Fat

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The #1 Mistake Parents Make When Buying Baby Products | Amanda Rocchio Feb 26, 2025

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60: In this episode of the Clean Kitchen Podcast, we’re joined by Amanda Rocchio, known as meowmeix to her 1.6 million Instagram followers. Amanda shares her journey of expanding her family and offers some practical tips for new parents looking to make healthier, more informed choices. We also explore her approach to health and wellness, touching on her experience with eating disorders and the lessons she's learned along the way.

We dive into the importance of prioritizing nutrient-dense whole foods and making sustainable lifestyle changes. From meal prepping to shopping smart, Amanda offers plenty of actionable advice for busy families, all while staying true to a healthy, balanced approach to life.

Topics Discussed:

Expanding your family and preparing for a second child
Healthy swaps for your children’s products
Navigating the world of baby formulas
The rise of non-toxic, healthy baby products
Eating disorders and finding a balanced relationship with food
The importance of whole foods and sustainable dietary changes
Tracking macros, protein, and maintaining fullness
Healthy dining out strategies
Reading ingredient labels and making informed choices

Sponsored By:

→ Birch | Go to https://birchliving.com/CLEANKITCHEN for 20% Off Sitewide

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:32 - Preparing for your second child
00:04:44 - Warming breast milk & formula
00:07:47 - The rise of non-toxic baby products
00:11:12 - Red flag marketing terms
00:11:49 - Choosing the right baby formula
00:16:42 - EU regulations on baby formula
00:22:45 - Amanda’s relationship with food
00:25:03 - Healing your relationship with food
00:28:38 - Tips for weight loss
00:29:48 - Tracking macros & protein intake
00:31:20 - Best sources of protein
00:33:32 - Eating out advice
00:34:53 - Order of eating and the satiety index
00:38:10 - Maintaining weight loss
00:41:32 - Rapid-fire questions

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How Big Food Tricked You Into Fearing Saturated Fat Feb 19, 2025

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EP. 59: For decades, we’ve been told that saturated fat is the enemy—but what if everything you’ve heard is wrong? In this episode, we break down the history of how saturated fat was unfairly demonized, thanks to flawed research, industry influence, and government guidelines that pushed seed oils instead. We dig into the infamous Ancel Keys study and corrupt Harvard research, and how these misleading studies led to the removal of beef tallow from fast food. But the tide is turning. More people are realizing that saturated fat isn’t just harmless—it’s essential. We discuss why beef tallow is making a comeback in cooking, skincare, and even major fast-food chains. If you’ve ever wondered whether you should rethink everything you’ve been told about fat, this episode is for you.

Topics Discussed:

How saturated fat got its bad reputation
The flawed studies that shaped nutrition guidelines
Why seed oils replaced beef tallow—and why that was a mistake
The resurgence of beef tallow in food and skincare
Fast-food chains bringing back traditional fats
Why you should be eating saturated fat

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:15 - The History of Fast Food
00:04:48 - McDonald's Fries
00:07:37 - Phil Solocrov’s Saturated Fat Crusade
00:11:16 - Saturated Fat Studies – Ancel Keys Study
00:15:58 - Harvard Study
00:17:46 - Corrupt Studies
00:18:46 - Saturated fat and Heart Disease
00:25:30 - Saturated fat recommendations
00:27:48 - Eisenhower’s Heart Attack
00:32:01 - Fast food restaurants using beef tallow
00:35:47 - Beef Tallow in Skincare
00:44:38 - Eating Fast Food in a Pinch
00:49:59 - Microplastics in Fast Food
00:50:22 - Chick-fil-A Is NOT Good for You
00:54:32 - Fast Food Recommendations
00:59:14 - Research takeaway
01:00:03 - Dessert

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How RFK Jr. Plans to Make America Healthy Again + Pepsi Buys Siete! Feb 12, 2025

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EP. 58: In this episode, we dive into the biggest trends shaping health and wellness. The FDA is updating its “healthy” labeling criteria, harmful additives like Red Dye 3 are being banned, and fast food chains are swapping seed oils for traditional fats like beef tallow. Plus, we explore the growing scrutiny on pesticides like glyphosate and the push for regenerative agriculture to improve food quality.

On the policy side, we break down the proposal to restrict SNAP benefits from being spent on soda and candy, RFK, and the MAHA movement. We also discuss how shifting crop subsidies toward whole foods could transform our food system. If you're interested in the future of food, policy, and performance optimization, this episode is packed with insights!

Topics Discussed:

FDA’s new “healthy” food labeling criteria
The ban on Red Dye 3 & shift away from seed oils
Pesticide reduction & regenerative agriculture
Arkansas’ SNAP proposal & RFK Jr.'s sugar tax
The "Make America Healthy Again" movement
Crop subsidies & their impact on food quality

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:04 - Simple Mills & Siete
00:04:11 - Researching Flowers Foods
00:08:33 - Other health food buyouts
00:09:45 - Regulation changes to the healthy label
00:14:55 - Healthy label criteria
00:15:22 - Added sugar
00:18:33 - Nutrition facts to the front
00:20:55 - Red dye 3
00:24:21 - Steak N’ Shake removing seed oils
00:27:41 - Life expectancy and chronic disease
00:32:36 - SNAP & processed foods
00:37:57 - MAHA & RFK Jr.
00:43:32 - Eliminating ultraprocessed foods
00:45:45 - The war on pesticides & glyphosate
00:51:29 - Reforming crop subsidies
00:54:48 - Dessert (Superhuman protocols)

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2025 Updates: Life-Changing Retreats, Moving Cities + A New Baby Feb 05, 2025

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EP. 57: Welcome back to the Clean Kitchen Podcast! In this episode, we’re kicking off 2025 with a fresh new setup and lots of exciting updates. Kyle shares his big move to West Palm Beach, how the change in environment is shaping his life, and the importance of setting visions for growth this year. We dive into Kevin’s journey into parenthood with his newborn son, Levi, and how the first few nights have been a mix of joy, sleeplessness, and lots of learning. We also touch on the powerful experiences Kyle had at wellness retreats in Mexico and Costa Rica and how those trips gave him clarity on his goals. Plus, we get into some big health topics like the risks of seed oils and artificial food dyes, especially after attending a Seed Oils documentary premiere with food activists like Paul Saladino and Vani Hari.

Topics Discussed:

Kyle’s big move to West Palm Beach and how it’s impacting his lifestyle
The early days of parenthood: sleepless nights and adjusting to life with a newborn
Setting visions for 2025 vs. traditional New Year’s resolutions
Kyle’s transformative experiences at wellness retreats in Mexico and Costa Rica
The importance of community and new connections in personal growth
Non-toxic baby products: what Kyle’s choosing for Levi’s health and safety
Health risks of seed oils and artificial food dyes, and the Seed Oils documentary premiere
The movement to remove artificial food dyes from kids’ cereals and insights from Paul Saladino and Vani Hari
The impact of LED lights on sleep and switching to incandescent bulbs
The advice from parenting expert Nicole Jacks: “You’re doing the best you can,” and how it’s resonating with Kyle now that he’s a parent

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:34 - 2025 goals, visions, & habits
00:05:11 - Move to Florida
00:07:13 - Florida highlights
00:09:02 - A learning mindset
00:11:49 - Mexico trip
00:16:13 - Costa Rica trip
00:21:27 - The truth About Seed Oils premiere
00:24:44 - The Food Babe & artificial food dyes
00:27:48 - Seed Oils and food dyes
00:30:23 - Kevin’s son, Levi!
00:33:45 - Early parenthood struggles
00:35:38 - Lack of sleep
00:38:29 - Non toxic baby products
00:45:02- Dessert

The BEST Morning Routine? Here’s My Thoughts… Aug 13, 2024

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What would you do to live forever? Eclectic millionaire Bryan Johnson has a unique answer to that question.

LINKS:

Bryan Johnson’s Morning Routine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJZ4pjzwDLU&t=667s

CHAPTERS:

(0:00:00 - START)
(0:00:26 - WELCOME)
(0:00:51 - WHO IS BRIAN JOHNSON?)
(0:01:30 - KYLE'S TAKEAWAYS FROM PARIS)
(0:08:00 - OVERWEIGHT IN THE US VS EUROPE)
(0:15:01 - LIFESTYLE DIFFERENCES IN EUROPE)
(0:23:37 - BRIAN JOHNSON'S MORNING ROUTINE)
(0:47:45 - KEY TAKEAWAYS)

Disclaimer: The Clean Kitchen 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 or materials linked from this podcast is 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. 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.

Why It’s Legal to Poison Your Food Aug 07, 2024

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Can you trust the government to give you helpful health advice? How closely does the FDA actually monitor what goes into our food? The truth might surprise you...
LINKS:
Justin Mare’s Blog: https://justinmares.substack.com/p/our-insane-approach-to-regulating
Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976: https://sph.umich.edu/news/2021posts/toxic-substances-control-act-chemical-regulation.html#:~:text=The%20Toxic%20Substances%20Control%20Act%20of%201976%20governed%20chemicals%20in,accessed%20the%20lucrative%20U.S.%20market
UBI Study: https://reason.com/2024/07/25/bad-news-for-universal-basic-income/

Tobacco Ad: https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/throwback-thursday-when-doctors-prescribed-healthy-cigarette-brands-165404/

CHAPTERS:
(0:00:00 - START)
(0:00:14 - WELCOME)
(0:01:30 - HOW THE FDA REGULATES CHEMICALS)
(0:05:48 - WHAT IS TEFLON?)
(0:06:51 - HOW ARE 'SAFE LEVELS' OF CHEMICALS DETERMINED?)
(0:11:21 - BIOACCUMULATION EXPLAINED)
(0:16:34 - FUTURE PROSPECTS LOOK BLEAK)
(0:17:10 - HOW COUNTRIES OUTSIDE THE USA REGULATE CHEMICALS)
(0:19:06 - THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CIGARETTES)
(0:20:24- DO THE OPPOSITE)
(0:22:52- RDA: RECOMMENDED DIETARY ALLOWANCE)
(0:29:42- RDA AND PROTEIN)
(0:33:41 - DESSERT)

How to Heal Your Gut Naturally Jul 31, 2024

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Bethany Ugarte is more than just an author and a blogger; she's a survivor. On this week's episode of the Clean Kitchen Podcast, Bethany tells Kyle and Kevin her story.

LINKS:

Follow Bethany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilsipper/?hl=en

Check out Bethany’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digest-this/id1637478937

Bethany’s Website: https://www.lilsipper.com/
CHAPTERS:

(0:00:00) - START
(0:00:37) - WELCOME
(0:01:30) - BETHANY'S ORIGIN STORY
(0:09:10) - UNDERSTANDING INGREDIENTS
(0:11:04) - PURÉE DIET RESULTS
(0:12:50) - DEVELOPING A 'NATURAL' MINDSET
(0:17:00) - BEHIND THE SCENES WITH BETHANY
(0:21:00) - BETHANY'S PANTRY
(0:27:50) - HOW DOES BETHANY RELAX?

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