Not Another Nutrition Podcast

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#61: NUTRITION - The Keto Diet, Blood Sugar and Metabolism Jan 11, 2022

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In this episode, I discuss a new study that questions the idea that ‘Keto’ is special for weight loss maintenance. I also discuss whether some diets are better than others for fat loss, share some advice on how you should choose the diet that’s right for you, and why you may need to re-think your long-term dieting strategy.

References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep61

TOPICS

03:10 - Is there a superior diet for fat loss?

06:15 - What new research has uncovered about the Keto diet

08:36 - Should you eat carbs without exercise?

13:22 - Unique benefits of the Keto diet

17:15 - The long-term effects of Keto

#60: GUEST APPEARANCE - Adam Martin Interviews me on: Almost Everything You Need To Know About PCOS Dec 28, 2021

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In this jam-packed guest appearance podcast, I discuss PCOS Nutrition with Adam Martin. I share up to date research on supplements, along with revealing the TRUTH behind fat loss with PCOS. Whether you’re living with PCOS yourself, or a nutrition professional, you will benefit greatly from the information I share in this one!

References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep60

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22:44 - Martin’s experience with PCOS

26:39 - The sexiest nutrition advice you’ll ever get for PCOS

43:34 - The truth behind weight loss in PCOS

48:56 - Why your mindset could be as important as your nutrition with PCOS

01:01:32 - How to own your own unique PCOS situation

01:07:49 - The top 3 nutrition tips women with PCOS should know

01:22:25 - A quick fire Q&A with Martin

#59: NUTRITION - Fat Loss, Health and 'The Insulin Spike' Dec 23, 2021

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In this episode, I'll unravel the truth behind the insulin lies, share some exciting new research & clarify the parts that even 'experts' can get wrong on insulin! I also share some evidence-backed tips to help yourself, friends or family members this Christmas. Have a good one!

References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep59

TOPICS

03:05 - The things that even experts get wrong about carbs and insulin

10:51 - What the insulin fairy never told you about processed foods

19:07 - Carbs vs Keto - insulin spikes and fat loss

24:39 - The unknown hormonal benefits of protein

26:53 - Are there any carbs that we should avoid?

#58: NUTRITION - The Nuance of Flexible Dieting for Fat Loss Dec 11, 2021

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In this episode, I talk on why the methods used in flexible and rigid dieting research have some obvious flaws and what questions we should be asking ourselves and our clients to build a better relationship with dieting.

I also talk practically on the conversations we can have with ourselves to approach dieting in a much more flexible, sustainable and healthy way!

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/ep58

TOPICS

00:52 - Why the research on rigid and flexible dieting is flawed

08:37 - Practical advice on how to be a flexible dieter

17:10 - What questions should we be asking and how can we learn from them

23:45 - How to view dieting in a positive and healthy way

#57: NUTRITION - Does WHEN You Eat Matter for Fat Loss, Health or Muscle Gain? Nov 17, 2021

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"Does it matter when I eat?” is a very common question I am asked. So in this episode, I demystify the evidence behind the timing of your food intake, and give an overview of the impact of timing on fat loss, health, muscle gain and performance.

The podcast mentioned in this episode is titled #49: NUTRITION - Fat Loss Methods: Understanding The Magnitude of Effect.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep57

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02:17 - How your goals dictate the importance of nutrient timing

05:09 - What people get wrong about nutrient timing

07:28 - When nutrient timing really DOES matter

09:21 - Why considering your individuality is crucial

#56: GUEST APPEARANCE - The Mind Muscle Project Interview on: Aggressive Fat Loss, Supplements & much much more! Nov 12, 2021

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This episode is from my guest appearance on 'The Mind Muscle Project'.

We discuss the factors that are causing the obesity epidemic, the use of aggressive dieting as a fast fat loss method and which supplement I think people should be taking, the answer may surprise you.... it's not Creatine.

I am also asked some nonspecialist questions on my daily routine, who I would most like to interview on my podcast and my one positive from the pandemic.

References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep56

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04:41 - What is the cause of the obesity epidemic?

19:31 - Nutritional strategies for those that are motivated yet busy

33:08 - What people don't understand about aggressive dieting

45:30 - How to train when on an aggressive diet

50:15 - Practical advice on how to implement aggressive dieting and what results to expect

01:05:26 - What supplement people should start taking

01:12:01 - My ‘dream' podcast guest...

01:20:01 - Is routine the key to success?

01:31:08 - My 'silver lining' of the pandemic

#55: WISDOM - Imposter Syndrome, Happiness & Improving Self Esteem Oct 29, 2021

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In this episode, I explain why, even though I have a lot of knowledge and experience, I still sometimes have imposter syndrome. I also give some practical tips on how you can overcome imposter syndrome and low self esteem.

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep55

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07:14 - At what point are you qualified to give words of Wisdom?

19:05 - Practical tips to improve self-esteem

23:20 - How you can help more people than you think

26:09 - The importance of perspective for happiness

#54: NUTRITION - The 'Eat As Little As You Can Diet' For Fat Loss Oct 25, 2021

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Don’t worry, I’m not selling out to some Very Low Calorie shake diet. I talk about how to aggressively diet i.e. lose fat as fast as possible, without having to count Calories. I also share some fool-proof strategies that might make it work for you.

References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep54

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00:37 - Why aggressive dieting is misunderstood

04:28 - How the 'Eat As Little As You Can Diet' could benefit you

07:30 - What you need to achieve BEFORE dieting

10:36 - Is there ever a bad time to diet?

12:35 - My recent experiences on the 'Eat As Little As You Can Diet'

19:08 - Can you stay healthy whilst aggressive dieting?

#53: NUTRITION - What Does ‘Maintenance Calories’ Really Mean? Oct 20, 2021

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In this episode, I talk on why so many people get confused with what ‘Maintenance Calories’ means & how gaining fat whilst eating maintenance Calories is almost an impossible phenomenon.

A list of the references and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep53

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04:00 - What idiots don’t understand about maintenance Calories

06:05 - The difference between actual and predicted maintenance Calories

09:48 - Why focusing on weight loss can be damaging to your goals

12:29 - How to actually eat at maintenance

#52: NUTRITION - What Calorie Deficit Should You Choose For Fat Loss? Oct 08, 2021

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An episode prompted by listener questions! In this episode, it’s a question or variation of a question I get ALL the time. What is the best deficit for fat loss?

References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep52

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06:10 - What to consider when choosing your Calorie deficit

10:36 - How much fat can you actually lose per week?

17:41 - Preventing muscle loss when dieting

21:10 - Important advice before starting an aggressive fat loss phase