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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:

BV #2: Morley Robbins on the Adrenals vs Thyroid, Seed Oil Myths, and Coconut Oil & Endotoxin Oct 07, 2024

Show notes

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

0:36 – catching up: fruit quality in the Philippines and Ecuador, and the effects of mold toxicity

5:28 – Kiran Krishnan and Nutrition with Judy discuss why they believe coconut oil should not be consumed

9:55 – whether coconut oil causes greater release and absorption of endotoxin (LPS)

12:11 – should you eat coconut oil even if your ancestors didn't?

21:08 – how MCT oil compares to coconut oil as it relates to the microbiome

32:28 – concerns with adopting dietary ideologies

36:21 – Morley Robbins on why the thyroid doesn’t run the body and we shouldn’t ignore the adrenals

47:05 – adrenal fatigue as a systemic issue and whether the thyroid or adrenals run the body

56:45 – our take on Real Food Gangsta’s (Josh & Jeanne Rubin) view that the adrenal glands regulate the body’s mineral and fuel availability

1:07:02 – the importance of optimal gut motility and how to alleviate gut motility issues such as constipation and loose stools

1:19:54 – which lab tests provide the most valuable information

1:25:14 – the benefits of spending time without stimulation (letting your mind wander) during the day

1:27:20 – simple mindset strategies to help you reach your goals

1:32:55 – Alan Aragon’s argument that not all seed oils are harmful

1:40:56 – why the claim that seed oils lower cholesterol does not mean they are healthy

1:42:25 – whether animal studies are valuable for understanding the effects of seed oils on human health

EB. 123: Debunking the CICO Myth: Calorie Deficits Are NOT Required For Fat Loss Sep 26, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Whether “calories in, calories out” is physiologically accurate
The many misconceptions related to “calories in, calories out”
Why a calorie deficit is NOT required for fat loss
Why “calories in, calories out” does not mean that eating less and exercising more is good advice for fat loss
What most people miss when it comes to “calories in, calories out”

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-123-debunking-the-cico-myth-calorie-deficits-are-not-required-for-fat-loss/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:07 – questions about the calories-in, calories-out (CICO) model of weight loss that I’ll be answering

7:18 – what is (and isn’t) a calorie?

11:49 – misapplications of CICO and why CICO is not physiologically accurate in the ways most people use it

19:46 – why the idea that “a calorie is a calorie” is misleading

29:11 – how energy in food is measured and the inaccuracy of food labels

36:16 – the impact of behavioral compensation and metabolic adaptation on energy expenditure

42:07 – how cutting calories lowers metabolism, reduces thyroid function, and increases stress hormones, appetite, and weight regain

48:26 – Herman Pontzer’s Constrained Model of Energy Expenditure and the adverse effects of energy deficits

52:21 – whether CICO can accurately represent physiology

1:00:04 – a simplified version of CICO

1:05:41 –why calories do not equal usable energy or weight

1:13:27 – examples demonstrating the issues with common CICO misconceptions

1:21:09 – summarizing the central issues with CICO and how you can lose body fat without a caloric deficit

1:28:13 – whether there’s value to CICO

BV #1: Bryan Johnson’s Longevity Diet, How Stress Affects Our Cells, & Whether Glucagon is Evil Sep 19, 2024

Show notes

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

0:33 – why we started this podcast

6:25 – our take on Bryan Johnson’s Longevity Blueprint and problems with biohacking

12:13 – whether we should adopt any of the strategies from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint to achieve optimal health

14:50 – the cost of continually being in a caloric deficit and why this does not increase longevity

21:06 – issues with eating hard-to-digest foods and whether supplements can make up for missing nutrients in the diet

22:13 – the importance of avoiding reductionistic thinking around supplements touted for weight loss benefits

28:00 – potential pros and cons of Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint and how to measure health

32:39 – Bryan Johnson’s supplement protocol

41:09 – how low-carb diets negatively affect NAD+ to NADH ratios and estrogen status

46:20 – whether body fat percentage and cholesterol levels can be too low

52:20 – what is stress?

1:03:20 – issues with hormesis and the idea that stress is beneficial

1:07:34 – whether avoiding stress is possible and how to develop resilience to stress

1:13:17 – addressing Marty Kendall’s response to our take on glucagon and insulin

1:24:17 – glucagon’s short-term and long-term effects on metabolic function

1:26:46 – glucagon’s role in insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes

1:37:16 – metabolic dysfunction as a driver of insulin resistance

1:41:06 – whether we need to be concerned about wasting energy on hormone production

1:44:50 – whether we should always try to avoid gluconeogenesis

1:51:45 – how to use carbohydrates to stabilize your blood sugar

1:56:11 – habit stacking, simplifying supplementation, and adopting a long-term mindset when it comes to health

EB. 122: Weight Loss with Berberine & Urolithin A, Blood Sugar Spikes, & Pairing Protein with Carbs (Q&A) Sep 05, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Whether Berberine and Urolithin A are good options for weight loss
How Berberine lowers your blood sugar and whether this is really a good thing
The effects of Berberine and Urolithin A on your gut
Whether you always need to avoid blood sugar spikes
Whether you always need to have protein with your carbohydrates

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-122-weight-loss-with-berberine-and-urolithin-a-blood-sugar-spikes-and-pairing-protein-with-carbs-qa/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:10 – what are berberine and urolithin A?

2:26 – the benefits of berberine on gut health

9:06 – berberine as a mitochondrial poison and the mechanisms of berberine’s toxicity and blood-sugar-lowering effects

13:13 – of the effects urolithin A on mitochondria and the gut

18:15 – whether urolithin A is beneficial for weight loss and increases brown adipose tissue activity

22:13 – the importance of avoiding reductionistic thinking around supplements touted for weight loss benefits

26:31 – powerful weight loss strategies that are simple and effective, without supplementation

31:02 – whether we always need to avoid blood sugar spikes and dips

35:30 – when having protein alongside carbs is necessary and why increasing carbohydrate intake improves insulin sensitivity, even in people with type 2 diabetes

40:49 – how fat, fiber, and protein help slow the absorption of carbohydrates and improve blood sugar management

46:20 – issues with grain-based carbs and the importance of finding carb sources that work for you

EB. 121: How To Address Adrenal Fatigue, GAPS Diet Concerns, and Gallbladder Health (Q&A) Aug 16, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

How to fix adrenal fatigue and adrenal insufficiency and whether these are really adrenal problems
Whether it makes sense to use desiccated adrenal products or hydrocortisone for adrenal fatigue
How the GAPS diet can resolve autoimmune issues and whether you should consider trying it
How to improve fat digestion and bile flow
How to improve digestion without a gallbladder

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-121-how-to-address-adrenal-fatigue-gaps-diet-concerns-and-gallbladder-health/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:13 – what is adrenal insufficiency and what causes it?

7:02 – what is adrenal fatigue and how can we reverse it?

11:54 – the drivers of adrenal fatigue and issues with typical treatments

18:51 – the importance of establishing solid diet and lifestyle foundations before adding supplements for adrenal support

24:42 – whether our bodies lose the ability to produce hormones as we age

27:20 – concerns with the use of natural supplements like desiccated adrenal glandulars, licorice, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

36:07 – whether the GAPS diet is ideal for healing autoimmune conditions

40:01 – problems with the GAPS diet and other elimination diets

47:37 – the importance of individualizing your gut protocol and the problems with a cookie-cutter approach

52:09 – the connection between gut health, stress hormones, mental health, and autoimmunity

55:40 – how to improve digestion without a gallbladder

59:13 – common issues seen in those without a gallbladder

1:02:08 – long-term consequences of gallbladder removal and how to heal gallbladder issues

1:05:30 – when to use ox bile, TUDCA, taurine, glycine, or vitamin C

1:09:16 – how much fat to include in your diet to stimulate bile flow, and what types of fats are optimal

1:12:55 – strategies for preventing and resolving bile dumping and reflux

1:15:44 – additional consequences of gallbladder removal

1:17:36 – gallbladder issues in relation to hypothyroidism and estrogen dominance

EB. 120: Vitamin A Toxicity: Retinoic Acid Toxicity, Accutane, and Whether Hypervitaminosis A Exists Jul 29, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

The research behind vitamin A toxicity and whether vitamin A is really a poison
Whether you need to be concerned about the use of Accutane
Whether retinoic acid is toxic because it’s used as a chemotherapeutic agent
Whether Grant Genereux’s claims about vitamin A toxicity are valid

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-120-vitamin-a-toxicity-retinoic-acid-toxicity-accutane-and-whether-hypervitaminosis-a-exists

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:15 – why we're examining Grant Genereux's take on vitamin A toxicity and the evidence behind his claims

4:50 – conceptualizing the amount of vitamin A needed for toxicity

7:07 – is hypervitaminosis A (vitamin A toxicity) real?

9:27 – cautioning against the idea of "detox" as an excuse for negative effects and vitamin A toxicity as an unfalsifiable hypothesis

12:36 – is there a conspiracy to poison the masses with vitamin A?

18:36 – how likely is it that you have vitamin A toxicity?

22:30 – problems with the first in vivo study that Grant uses to support vitamin A toxicity

35:14 – vitamin A toxicity in the studies Grant cited require massive doses of vitamin A that would be impossible to obtain from diet

42:44 – Grant’s cited research actually supports the safety of vitamin A

50:52 – more of Grant’s cited research supporting vitamin A safety

58:25 – further research supporting that extremely high doses are required to cause vitamin A toxicity

1:07:57 – whether vitamin A toxicity is driving autoimmunity

1:09:54 – whether retinoic acid is toxic based on concerns regarding the use of Accutane

1:15:40 – how conflating Accutane with retinoic acid is misleading

1:22:12 – whether retinoic acid is toxic because Accutane is used as a chemotherapeutic agent

1:29:37 – evaluating Grant’s claim that retinol automatically becomes “toxic” retinoic acid

1:35:05 – our concluding thoughts on Grant’s arguments regarding vitamin A toxicity

EB. 119: Vitamin A Toxicity: Examining the Evidence for Vitamin A Deficiency Jul 11, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Whether vitamin A toxicity exists and is something you need to be worried about
Whether Grant Genereux’s claims about vitamin A deficiency are valid
Whether vitamin A is actually a poison rather than a vitamin
What we think about the current state of the Ray Peat forum
The research on vitamin A deficiencies and whether vitamin A deficiencies exist

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-119-vitamin-a-toxicity-examining-the-evidence-for-vitamin-a-deficiency

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:09 – why we’re discussing vitamin A toxicity and Grant Genereux’s perspective

4:53 – closedmindedness within the “low vitamin A” sphere and how it compares to Ray Peat’s work

7:33 – how a low vitamin A diet can have benefits

9:27 – cautioning against the idea of "detox" as an excuse for negative effects and vitamin A toxicity as an unfalsifiable hypothesis

12:33 – the importance of evaluating information objectively while avoiding censorship, tribalism, fearmongering, and religiosity

21:17 – concerns with the current state of the Ray Peat Forum and how to recognize unsubstantiated claims

26:45 – Grant's initial critiques of the original studies on vitamin A deficiency are extremely weak and unsubstantiated

41:48 – introducing Wolbach’s 1925 study on vitamin A deficiency

45:47 – refuting Grant's argument that the retinoic acid in the vitamin-free casein would have caused toxicity

52:35 – refuting Grant's argument regarding confounding variables in lard and butter

1:02:53 – research on vitamin A deficiency and whether vitamin A deficiencies exist

1:20:32 – the necessity of vitamin A for pregnancy, fetal growth, and development

EB. 118: The TRUTH About Serotonin & SSRIs: Why Serotonin is NOT the Happy Hormone Jun 25, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Why serotonin is NOT the “happy hormone” and you may not want to increase it
How serotonin and depression relate to stress and energy balance
Whether SSRIs are effective for depression
How SSRIs actually work, their impact on metabolism, and whether they’re the best treatment option for depression
The real drivers of depression and anxiety

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-118-the-truth-about-serotonin-and-ssris-why-serotonin-is-not-the-happy-hormone

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

0:58 – the research showing that serotonin is not the “happy hormone”

4:56 – serotonin’s role in driving the stress state that leads to depression

8:26 – the overlap between anxiety and depression and why they are both characterized by elevated serotonin levels

10:27 – the origins of the idea that serotonin is the “happy hormone” and how serotonin became a marketing tool for pharmaceutical companies

14:49 – serotonin is increased during fasting and starvation and why increasing serotonin should not be our goal

20:16 – serotonin is increased during stress, shock, and infection and leads to learned helplessness

29:04 –SSRIs use in neonates causes depression in adulthood

31:35 – the serotonergic system as an adaptive stress response to a lack of energy

39:09 – serotonin’s role in energy redistribution under stress

43:15 – how SSRIs inhibit mitochondrial respiration, glucose metabolism, and energy production in the brain and liver

47:13 – how SSRIs can reduce symptoms and how the brain responds to SSRIs

52:42 – the true drivers of depression and anxiety

1:01:30 – how serotonin relates to stress hormones, including cortisol, and energy balance

EB. 117: Fructose Malabsorption, Protecting Against Alcohol, & Brain Injuries and Inflammation (Q & A) Jun 04, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

Concerns surrounding fructose malabsorption and whether fructose is really a FODMAP
Whether you need to be concerned about excess fructose in foods
Whether you should avoid sugar and supplement with fish oil for brain inflammation
Diet and supplement strategies for brain injuries
The impacts of drinking alcohol from the Bioenergetic view

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-117-fructose-malabsorption-protecting-against-alcohol-and-brain-injuries-and-inflammation-q-and-a

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:15 – how fructose gets absorbed in the small intestine

4:24 – the optimal fructose to glucose ratio and how to tell if you have fructose malabsorption

8:41 – the details of how glucose helps with fructose absorption

12:04 – which foods have a high fructose to glucose ratio

16:24 – issues with FODMAP categorization and whether fructose is really a FODMAP

21:23 – listening to your body and understanding individual context vs following rigid “food rules”

27:39 – anti-inflammatory diets and whether we should avoid sugar and supplement with fish oil to reduce brain inflammation

32:06 – dietary and supplement strategies to promote an anti-inflammatory state in the brain

39:15 – the effectiveness of red-light therapy, methylene blue, progesterone, exogenous ketones, and polyphenols in treating brain injuries

44:31 – why we don’t want to prioritize omega 3s in the diet and whether eating fish is any better than fish oil supplementation

47:21 – reducing inflammation with the use of aspirin

47:53 – the main concerns with drinking alcohol: intestinal permeability, endotoxin production, and liver health

52:32 – stress-relieving supplement alternatives to alcohol and the effects of alcohol on vitamins and minerals

54:37 – strategies to mitigate the effects of alcohol in the short-term

58:14 – whether it makes sense to drink alcohol, alcohol use as a coping mechanism, and the impact of culture

1:00:07 – more strategies for mitigating the effects of alcohol in the short and long term

EB. 116: The TRUTH About LDL And Heart Disease: LMHR & The Lipid Energy Model May 24, 2024

Show notes

In this episode we discuss:

The validity of the counterarguments against the Lipid Energy Model
Whether the Lipid Energy Model means that high LDL does not increase cardiovascular disease risk
How thyroid and metabolism relate to high LDL on a low-carb diet
What the Lean Mass Hyper-Responder phenotype means in terms of metabolic health
Whether low-carb diets are ideal for cardiovascular disease health and health in general

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

Free Energy Balance Mini-Course: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy/

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-116-the-truth-about-ldl-and-heart-disease-lmhr-and-the-lipid-energy-model/

Timestamps:

0:00 – intro

1:17 – the primary counterarguments against the Lipid Energy Model

4:15 – BMI, not saturated fat, correlates with the LMHR phenotype

8:15 – eating carbs dramatically lowers cholesterol in LMHR

11:14 – whether Oreos are more effective at lowering cholesterol than statins

17:30 – high cholesterol levels in the LMHR phenotype are not due to excess saturated fat intake or cholesterol production

19:25 – prominent cardiologists and researchers dismissing the lipid energy model due to dogmatism interferes with progress in science and medicine

24:40 – Dr. Shawn Baker’s carbohydrate experiment and contextual considerations when reintroducing carbs into the diet

28:46 – further support for the lipid energy model and the relationship with thyroid function

33:32 – the difference between saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats in relation to lipid profiles

34:40 – whether LDL cholesterol and ApoB cause heart disease and plaque formation

42:18 – how the Lipid Energy Model helps uncover the underlying cause of heart disease

45:15 – LDL levels as a marker of metabolic health rather than a cause of cardiovascular disease and why we may not always want to lower LDL

55:02 – evidence suggesting that LDL does not drive cardiovascular disease

1:05:43 – the difference between high LDL due to metabolic dysfunction and high LDL due to a low-carb diet

1:09:58 – lipid values don’t tell us the whole picture: the Kitavans

1:16:54 – why decreases in insulin, glucose, and HbA1C as well as increased lipolysis and fat oxidation on a low-carb diet is not necessarily a sign of improvement

1:22:57 – increased lipolysis on low-carb diets does not lead to body-fat loss

1:24:25 – whether the Lipid Energy Model proves that low-carb diets are optimal for health

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