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**The Energy Balance Podcast**

Discover how you can live without constant hunger and fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, and other low-energy symptoms. The Energy Balance Podcast will teach you how to maximize your cellular energy so you can take back your health and finally experience clear-headed focus, restful sleep, and all-day energy you didn’t think was possible.

Latest Episodes:

EB. 134: The Sugar Diet: Lose Fat and Increase Your Metabolism WITHOUT Losing Muscle Mass May 27, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

How the sugar diet, honey diet, and other similar diets actually work and whether FGF21 is really responsible for their benefits
How you can lose weight while eating sugar and without sacrificing your health
The side-effects of the sugar diet and how to modify the diet to prevent those effects
The surprising effects of the sugar diet on testosterone, digestion, and bone health
Whether you’ll lose muscle on a low protein diet like the sugar diet
Whether you shouldn’t be eating carbs and fats together due to the Randle cycle

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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

Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/

Click here to check out the show notes:
https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-134-the-sugar-diet-lose-fat-and-increase-your-metabolism-without-losing-muscle-mass

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:08 – FGF21 summary: increasing metabolism at a cost

4:06 – how the sugar diet, honey diet, and other similar diets actually work

10:03 – low-fat diets improve insulin sensitivity, even without protein restriction or FGF21 upregulation

17:50 – whether very low protein diets are ever beneficial and whether they always lead to muscle loss

25:54 – protein recommendations for insulin sensitivity, weight loss, and kidney function

29:07 – using the sugar diet for rapid weight loss or “getting shredded”

32:13 – sugar diet concerns: bone loss, infertility, stunted growth, muscle loss, metabolic suppression, weight regain, and nutrient deficiencies

35:53 – will eating protein with dinner prevent the negative effects?

36:28 – blood sugar instability, sleep issues, and excess glucagon on the honey diet and sugar diet

40:17 – Randle Cycle misconceptions: do you need to separate carbs and fats

44:50 – how low-fat diets work to improve glucose metabolism and misapplications of the Randle cycle

48:17 – low-fat diets and hormones: low testosterone and DHT levels in men

49:22 – the sugar diet and digestion: SIBO, impaired liver detoxification, low bile flow, and endotoxin

53:52 – is the sugar diet too restrictive? Is it sustainable?

59:57 – how to modify the sugar diet to reduce the negative effects

1:02:23 – how to achieve lasting weight loss while improving long-term health

[Mini Episode] Sugar Diet & FGF21 Simplified: Muscle Loss, Stress, and Weight Regain May 22, 2025

Show notes

Download the free Energy Balance Food Guide: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro
1:20 – overview of FGF21 and how it gets triggered
6:40 – FGF21 works via stress, turning down metabolism and leading to weight regain
11:30 – will the sugar diet cause negative effects if only used short-term?
21:44 – does eating protein at night prevent the negative effects?
27:18 – the negative effects only occur in the research after long-term FGF21 upregulation

EB. 133: The Sugar Diet/Honey Diet and FGF21: The Research May 20, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

What are the sugar diet and other related diets like the honey diet, fairy princess diet, and fruit till noon diets
Whether FGF21 is responsible for the weight loss seen on these diets
The effects of the sugar diet on muscle mass
Whether FGF21 really extends lifespan
How to increase FGF21 levels and whether it’s really good for your health

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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

Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/

Click here to check out the show notes:
https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/eb-133-the-sugar-diet-honey-diet-and-fgf21-the-research/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:00 – the sugar diet, honey diet, fairy princess diet, and fruit-till-noon diets as discussed by Cole Robinson, Mark Bell, Anabology, Noah Ryan, celestialbe1ng, and others

6:35 – my experience on a high-sugar diet and what the sugar diet means for the health world

11:17 – what is FGF21?

15:54 – how low-protein diets trigger the release of FGF21

20:00 – the context of FGF21 on low-protein diets and the reasons for its effects: is this really beneficial?

26:15 – the long-term effects of FGF21 on body fat, muscle mass, and metabolic health

33:16 – how the sugar diet compares to low-carb diets

35:55 – high-carb low-protein diets vs. high-fat low-protein diets on FGF21

37:34 – low-protein diets increase your metabolism due to stress: brown fat, uncoupling, and energy expenditure

43:59 – FGF21’s role in stress, energy conservation, and hibernation

49:56 – FGF21 and cortisol: is FGF21 a stress hormone?

54:09 – FGF21 and hormesis: is FGF21 hormetic?

56:10 – FGF21 and liver fat production go hand-in-hand

59:11 – carb-induced increase in FGF21 is activated by reductive stress

1:05:04 – the role of FGF21 in de novo lipogenesis as an adaptive response to stress

1:10:47 – carb-induced FGF21 causes fat gain and sympathetic activity

1:14:29 – does FGF21 cause metabolic syndrome, diabetes, NAFLD, cardiovascular disease, and obesity?

1:21:08 – does FGF21 extend lifespan? if so, is it worth it?

1:27:03 – can you lose weight and extend lifespan without a protein-deficient diet?

EB. 132: You've Been Lied to About Fructose May 13, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Whether Robert Lustig is right about fructose being a poison
What Robert Lustig completely misses when comparing the biochemistry of glucose, fructose, and alcohol
Whether a low-fat, high-carb diet actually causes fatty liver
The research on fructose and it’s toxicity
Whether you should be minimizing fruit juice intake in the form of fruit, fruit juice, and honey

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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

Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/

Click here to check out the show notes:
https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-132-youve-been-lied-to-about-fructose/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:01 – Robert Lustig’s claims that fructose is a poison

5:50 – what Robert Lustig misses when it comes to glucose, the “good carbohydrate”

12:05 – what’s really responsible for the toxic effects of alcohol

16:53 – Robert Lustig's claim that fructose can’t be converted to glycogen is false [Robert Lustig’s fructose lies begin]

20:50 – whether fructose is inherently toxic in the liver

24:22 – the research showing that Robert Lustig is wrong about fructose

32:40 – whether fructose is really different from glucose in terms of its effects at the liver

35:51 – key factors missing in fructose research – endotoxin, PUFA, and rat research

41:22 – average fructose intakes are far below the amounts that are typically used in research

43:41 – whether Robert Lustig is right that fructose causes more fat production than glucose

49:35 – whether fructose (or carbs in general) cause fatty liver disease

52:15 –low-carb, high-fat diets trigger the exact mechanisms Dr. Lustig blames on fructose

1:00:59 – what really causes fatty liver disease

1:04:20 – should we avoid fructose-containing foods to fix fatty liver disease? Is soda and candy the answer?

BV #10: The Truth About Sugar Addiction & What the Holistic Psychologist Gets Right (and Wrong) May 06, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

The Holistic Psychologist’s claim that psychiatric disorders stem from metabolic dysfunction and whether we agree with her solutions
Whether Layla Al-Naif is right that sugar is as addictive as a drug
The difference between table sugar and natural sugar sources
Whether it’s possible to live a healthy life without starch

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

The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/

Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:44 – the brain's high energy demands and how metabolic dysfunction drives poor brain health

4:19 – are anxiety and depression caused by chemical imbalances in the brain?

7:05 – recognizing insulin resistance as an inability convert glucose to energy

9:42 – whether blood sugar spikes and crashes cause fatigue, brain fog, and psychiatric disorders

11:53 – our take on the Holistic Psychologist’s recommendations for stabilizing blood sugar

18:01 – what really interferes with brain energy metabolism – is it just sugar?

24:57 – refined sugar vs natural sugars such as honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, and date syrup

30:55 – whether sugar is addictive

33:50 –fat triggers the same reward centers in the brain as carbohydrates

36:34 – how Jay & Mike fixed their sugar cravings from keto and low-carb

39:56 – whether eliminating starch is healthy long-term

44:34 – the negative impact of carnivore diets on gut health

50:16 – tips for recovering from the stress of carnivore and the importance of experimentation

53:46 – how much sugar and starch Jay, Mike, and Theresa eat

BV #9: Anthony Chaffee’s Claim That Ketosis Is Our Natural State & Whether LMNT is a Scam Apr 24, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Anthony Chaffee’s view that ketosis is the natural state for animals and humans
Whether LMNT is a scam
Whether we should be getting vitamin D from our food and how that fits with a low-PUFA diet

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

The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/

Theresa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingrootswellness/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:22 – meet Theresa Piela

4:20 – emotional health as an underappreciated Bioenergetic factor

11:03 – is Anthony Chaffee right about ketosis being our natural state?

13:12 – is ketosis is the natural state for humans?

18:57 – is ketosis is the natural state for animals?

24:22 – whether bacteria can serve as a protein source in animals

28:04 – whether ketosis is a natural healthy state rather than a starvation state

32:11 – the potential benefits of ketones are misinterpreted as evidence that ketosis is ideal

34:24 – the appeal of “naturalism” – just because something is natural, does that make it healthy?

36:44 – is LMNT a scam?

44:37 – whether we should always add electrolytes to our drinking water

45:45 – Robb Wolf’s claim that insulin drives aldosterone production

51:08 – stevia and allulose vs. sugar

55:42 – whether we should be getting vitamin D from our food

1:00:04 – how to properly supplement with vitamin D and the importance of calcium, magnesium, and vitamin K2

1:04:18 – how vitamins E, K2, and A relate to vitamin D

1:08:56 – the benefits of UVB and red light, and what to do to prevent aging skin

1:14:19 – can applying cholesterol topically boost sun benefits?

EB. 131: Should You Be Avoiding High Oxalate Foods? How To Fix Oxalate Issues Apr 15, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

The impact of sugar consumption on oxalate production
Whether you really need to avoid all high oxalate foods
Different cooking and preparation methods to reduce oxalate exposure
Which supplements can make oxalate issues worse

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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

Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/

The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/

Click here to check out the show notes:
https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-131-whether-to-avoid-high-oxalate-foods-and-how-to-fix-oxalate-issues/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:53 – whether fructose contributes to increased oxalate production

3:42 – is sugar the culprit behind oxalate issues?

9:14 – the problems with the research demonizing fructose

14:45 – the optimal amount of dietary oxalate and how to determine whether oxalates are an issue for you

17:57 – the importance of testing, experimentation, and listening to your symptoms

25:10 – how to reduce your exposure to high-oxalate foods

32:02 – the best cooking methods to reduce oxalates in food

37:05 – foods highest in oxalates and whether salads are OK to eat

40:17 – oxalate content in raw cacao vs chocolate

45:26 – whether you need to avoid soybeans, potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava, beets, and carrots due to their oxalate content

49:05 – examples of bioenergetic diets with varying oxalate content

57:01 – other dietary considerations for oxalate issues (PUFA, collagen, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, carbohydrates, protein, and fat intake)

1:06:22 – the best supplements to fix your oxalate issues

1:11:45 – which supplements can make oxalate issues worse and whether to take probiotics for oxalate issues

1:14:58 – the long-term impact of carnivore diets on liver and gut health

EB. 130: Low Carb Diets & Oxalates: The Surprising Connection Mar 31, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Whether the claim that your kidneys can only clear 50mg of oxalate per day has any validity
Whether citrate is effective for clearing oxalates
The impact of low-carb and high protein diets on oxalate production and clearance
How glucose, fructose, and insulin effect oxalate production

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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

Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/

The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/

Click here to check out the show notes:
https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-130-low-carb-diets-oxalates-the-surprising-connection/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:06 – is there a daily limit to how much oxalate the kidneys can process?

9:26 – whether we automatically store oxalates if they aren’t cleared through the kidneys

13:40 – why mitochondrial function in the kidney is crucial for calcium oxalate crystal clearance

17:30 – the benefits of citrate and whether it’s effective for clearing oxalates

23:30 – whether baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) support the clearance of oxalates

27:05 – how pH balance relates to oxalate clearance

32:19 – is “oxalate dumping” real?

43:06 – how low-carb diets increase oxalate absorption

47:19 – whether having a small amount of oxalates helps prevent oxalate dumping

50:02 – how low-carb diets increase oxalate absorption (cont.)

52:19 – why low-carb diets like keto and carnivore may increase oxalate production relative to high-carb diets

1:00:42 – how high-protein diets lead to increased endogenous oxalate production

1:07:41 – how carbohydrates and insulin reduce oxidative stress and oxalate production

1:11:40 – why glucose does not cause the formation of advanced glycation end products

1:13:18 – how low-carb diets reduce oxalate clearance – stressed kidneys, lack of citrate intake, and more acidic blood & urine

BV #8: Intermittent Fasting, Healthy Body Image, And Weight Loss vs Willpower with Kitty Blomfield Mar 20, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

The appeal of intermittent fasting and restrictive diets and why they often do more harm than good
Why most women are underfed, under-muscled, and struggling with body composition
The extreme things people do in the name of health and the importance of the basics
The impact of stress on our health and the connection between emotional and physical health
Whether drinking a few glasses of water first thing in the morning is optimal for our metabolism

Kitty's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kittyblomfield/?hl=en

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

The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/

Danny's Telegram: https://t.me/dannyroddy

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:38– how Kitty got introduced to Ray Peat

3:59 – whether intermittent fasting is beneficial for women

9:07 – the appeal of intermittent fasting and other restrictive diets, and why they do more harm than good

14:41 – the truth about body recomposition: women are underfed and lack muscle

17:29 – why low-carb diets like keto and carnivore are not sustainable

19:36 – how mainstream health advice has ruined our diets and why we should eat like our grandparents

25:21 – the role of stress in digestive health and the problem with jumping to supplements

31:12 – when it makes sense to move on to more advanced health strategies such as lab testing, hormone replacement therapy, or gut protocols

38:30 – Is Being Fat a Choice? Middle Ground by Jubilee

41:23 – the relationship between emotional trauma, body image issues, and physical healing

44:16 – what really influences body weight?

53:30 – the importance of enjoying the food you eat daily and how it helps prevent binge eating

55:25 – whether we should drink tons of water first thing in the morning

57:35 – how much water do we really need?

EB. 129: The Forgotten Source of Oxalates: Your Body’s OWN Production Mar 06, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

How much oxalate your body produces and how it compares to the amount you consume in your diet
Whether you need to be concerned about vitamin C, hydroxyproline, and glycine converting to oxalates
How you can reduce the amount of oxalates your body produces
Which nutrients decrease oxalate production
How metabolic dysfunction affects oxalate production

Check out the Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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

Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/

The Nutrition Blueprint: https://mikefave.com/the-nutrition-blueprint/

Click here to check out the show notes:
https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-129-the-forgotten-source-of-oxalates-your-bodys-own-production/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:12 – overview of endogenous vs. exogenous oxalates

5:46 – how much oxalate comes from endogenous production vs. diet

9:14 – when endogenous oxalate production matters more than dietary oxalate

15:03 – rare genetic disorders that cause excessive oxalate production: primary hyperoxaluria

22:36 – the pathways in the liver that lead to oxalate production

32:41 – other biochemical pathways involved in endogenous oxalate production

41:19 – deranged metabolic function as a primary driver of glyoxal production and lipid peroxidation

45:14 – the extent to which glycine and vitamin C contribute to endogenous oxalate formation

48:00 – how much does hydroxyproline contribute to oxalate production?

52:06 – the primary precursor to oxalate that’s often ignored (glyoxal)

55:08 – how oxidative stress drives oxalate production and how antioxidants help

1:01:20 – what causes the high oxalate levels seen in type 2 diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)?

1:11:16 – the protective effects of glycine in states of excess oxalate production

1:15:54 – elevated stress hormones and gluconeogenesis increase oxalate production

1:22:43 – nutrient deficiencies that contribute to oxalate issues (vitamin B1, vitamin B6, and zinc)

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