The Energy Balance Podcast

In this episode we discuss: Whether the research suggesting that omega-3s decrease mortality is valid Omega-6 intake as a major confounding variable when looking at omega-3 research The dramatic lifespan-lowering effect of omega-3s and total PUFA across all species How omega-3s increase susceptibility to oxidative stress and damage Looking at the Masai diet as an example of a low-omega-3 diet with high omega-3s in the red blood cells     Download the Free 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://jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-105-challenging-the-idea-that-increased-omega-3-consumption-lowers-mortality/   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro 1:35 – why we’re discussing omega-3s and lifespan 8:10 – the studies showing an association between omega-3 content in phospholipid and reduced mortality 16:48 – conflict of interest as a confounding variable in these studies 18:12 – healthy user bias as a confounding variable in these studies 20:46 – omega-6 consumption as a confounding variable in these studies 29:04 – problems with using RBC phospholipids and serum fatty acids as markers of fatty acid composition of the diet 30:35 – a low omega-6 diet will increase omega-3 content in the RBC phospholipids and serum fatty acids 36:35 – the effect of heritability on RBC phospholipid and serum fatty acid composition 43:58 – the effect of oxidative stress on RBC phospholipid and serum fatty acid composition 52:57 – why it’s important to consider interventional studies and other research to determine whether we should increase omega-3 consumption to reduce mortality 55:30 – research looking at the relationship between composition of phospholipids and lifespan across species 1:07:33 – research looking at the relationship between composition of phospholipids and lifespan within species 1:23:30 – increased consumption of omega-3s increases omega-3 content in phospholipids and therefore the peroxidizability index 1:28:53 – looking at the Masai diet: low omega-6 intake increases omega-3 content in RBC fatty acids

In this episode we discuss: Individualism and competition vs. collaboration and communitarianism Whether humans are inherently selfish and destructive  The cost of social media and other forms of distraction How drugs and alcohol can function as numbing agents  Why many causes that appear worthy turn out to be distractions from the real problems   Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/   Download the Free Energy Balance Food Guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/   Click here to check out the show notes:  https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-104-how-western-culture-keeps-us-distracted-and-fighting-amongst-ourselves/   Timestamps: 1:14 – individualism and competition vs. collaboration and communitarianism 25:45 – randomness, subjectivism, moral relativism, and the resulting nihilism 31:20 – the consequences of the idea that humans are selfish, destructive, and useless other than what we can produce 41:39 – how potentially beneficial advancements become co-opted to maintain the current power structure 48:04 – how western culture degrades esteem and prevents self-actualization 49:43 – the many aspects of modern technology and entertainment that distract us from what’s important 55:26 – how drugs and alcohol can also function as numbing agents 1:03:42 – how worthy causes become co-opted to prevent legitimate progress 1:13:18 – contrasting with cultures that are family-oriented and less distracted by technology 1:16:10 – the effects of culture in science, health, and everyday life   

In this episode we discuss: How lower wages and higher costs have dramatically reduced our quality of life How we’ve ended up working more and resting less with worse outcomes Whether advancements in technology have improved the quality of life of the average person How marketing and consumerism keep us on the hamster wheel The hidden costs of convenience culture Concerns surrounding the collusion between government and corporations How divide and conquer tactics convince us to blame each other rather than the powers that oppress us   Download the Free Energy Balance Food Guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes:  https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-103-how-western-culture-keeps-us-poor-and-destroys-our-family-community-and-relationships/   Timestamps: 1:34 – how western culture degrades safety and security through financial means 7:33 – how lower wages with higher costs reduces safety and forces people to prioritize work over quality of life 15:14 – we currently work more with less leisure time than ever before, with worse outcomes 20:24 – the cost of consumer culture and marketing as an engine that drives consumerism 30:53 – the cost of convenience culture: freedom, privacy, morals, ethics, and health 36:14 – the problems with profit-driven motives and the collusion between government and corporations 45:36 – how western society has become fragile and unstable 51:13 – how western culture degrades relationships and feelings of love and belonging 52:41 – continued how western culture degrades relationships and feelings of love and belonging 53:27 – divide and conquer tactics within western culture and encouraging the “us vs. them” mentality   

In this episode we discuss: Why culture matters and how we can effectively navigate it The impact of the diet culture and the “eat less exercise more” paradigm How Western culture blames the individual for their poor health and the toll that this takes  The problems with excess work, time indoors, and sedentarism How the modern medical system takes away your capacity to improve your health Why the alternative health sphere can be just as problematic as mainstream medicine    Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://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-102-how-western-culture-mainstream-medicine-keep-us-sick/   Timestamps: 0:00 – why we’re discussing culture and our concerns with the culture in the US and the relationship between culture and health   6:05 – frames through which we can view culture and the importance of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs 13:00 – how western culture degrades health: diet culture and the food industry 27:43 – how western culture degrades health: excess work, time indoors, and sedentarism  34:30 – how easily we can become numb to the effects of our culture or environment  38:07 – the broken modern medical system and the problems with the allopathic, symptom management model  48:21 – problems with the alternative health sphere  

In this episode we discuss: Why you want to avoid vegetarian-fed chicken and acorn-fed pork  The best bioenergetic fat, protein, and carb sources  Why it’s best to avoid salmon and bluefin tuna, and what fish and seafood to have instead  Whether we should be including vegetables and fiber in our diet  How to avoid vegetable oils and what fats to use instead  When it makes sense to include high-FODMAP foods    Download the Free Energy Balance Food Guide here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/guide/   Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-101-building-a-bioenergetic-diet-optimal-carb-fat-and-protein-sources/   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  1:34 - bioenergetic food guide  2:59 - bioenergetic fat sources  6:20 - bioenergetic protein sources  15:01 - the importance of collagen/gelatin  18:51 - bioenergetic carbohydrate sources  31:25 – foods and additives to avoid  34:15 – experimentation and context as primary components of the bioenergetic view   

In this episode we discuss: Optimal macronutrient breakdowns for meals and snacks How to calculate your protein, carbohydrate, and fat needs How to use taste, cravings, hunger, and experimentation to guide your macro intake How to find your starting calorie intake The optimal number of meals and snacks to have in a day   Download the Free 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-100-building-a-bioenergetic-diet-macros-calories-and-meal-timing/   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  1:21 – context for these dietary guidelines and the importance of the “why”  7:58 – guidelines for optimal protein intake from the bioenergetic view  14:46 – guidelines for optimal fat intake from the bioenergetic view  29:27 – guidelines for optimal carb intake from the bioenergetic view   31:32 – how to find your starting calorie intake  35:29 – guidelines for optimal carb intake from the bioenergetic view (continued)  42:00 – using taste, cravings, hunger, and experimentation to adjust these guidelines  45:35 – guidelines for optimal meal and snack timing and composition from the bioenergetic view   

In this episode we discuss: The problems with using T4-only medications like Synthroid and levothyroxine for hypothyroidism   When it makes sense to use thyroid hormone supplements  How to use T3, T4, and/or desiccated thyroid (NDT) for hypothyroidism   Whether thyroid hormones should be taken away from food due to absorption concerns   Whether we should be concerned about thyroid hormone supplementation suppressing our own thyroid hormone production    Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://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-99-medications-supplements-for-hypothyroidism-and-the-problems-with-t4-medications-hypothyroidism-part-5/   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  1:24 – vitamin and mineral supplementation for thyroid function  5:22 – the context for using thyroid hormone supplementation  7:16 – the problems with using T4-only medications (like Synthroid and levothyroxine) for hypothyroidism  13:58 – evidence that T4 monotherapy is less effective than T3/T4 combination therapy  21:48 – how to use T3, T4, and/or desiccated thyroid (NDT) for hypothyroidism  37:15 – whether thyroid hormones should be taken away from food due to absorption concerns  41:49 – how much is 1 grain of desiccated thyroid?  42:29 – whether thyroid hormone supplements are pharmaceuticals, food, or something in between  44:30 – whether we should be concerned about thyroid hormone supplementation suppressing endogenous thyroid hormone production  46:50 – thyroid hormone supplements in context 

In this episode we discuss: How fasting decreases thyroid function   Why carbs are essential for thyroid function  Specific anti-thyroid foods to avoid   Why interventions like cold thermogenesis, caloric restriction, and fasting are not the answer for hypothyroidism  The impact of sleep on our thyroid health    Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://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-98-how-to-optimize-your-diet-lifestyle-for-hypothyroidism-hypothyroidism-part-4   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  1:06 – how to address and reverse hypothyroidism 2:36 – the importance of carbs, calories, and fat for improving thyroid function 16:24 – the importance of eating consistently (and not fasting) for thyroid function 18:00 – saturated fats vs. PUFA and micronutrients for thyroid function 19:45 – basic bioenergetic diet recommendations for hypothyroidism 22:14 – anti-thyroid foods (goitrogens) to avoid 23:08 – other diet considerations when transitioning to a bioenergetic approach 25:56 – low iron in women and excess iron from carnivore or keto diets 27:47 – cruciferous vegetables and thyroid health 28:43 – how to properly address nutrient deficiencies for thyroid health 35:06 – whether stressors like exercise, cold thermogenesis, caloric restriction, and fasting are supportive of thyroid health 47:54 – optimizing sleep for thyroid function

In this episode we discuss: What causes Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism  How to properly interpret your thyroid bloodwork (and what your doctor likely doesn’t know about thyroid testing) How your cholesterol values can be used as markers of thyroid status  How symptoms like metabolic rate, body temperature, and pulse rate can be more helpful than blood tests when identifying thyroid status  Ideal blood test values for optimal thyroid function    Check out the Energy Balance Solution program here: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution/   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-97-how-to-properly-test-for-thyroid-function-hypothyroidism-part-3   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  1:17 – what causes Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism and autoimmunity in general 13:30 – how to interpret thyroid blood tests (TSH, T3, T4, rT3)  31:34 – what reverse T3 means on a blood test and how to interpret rT3 values 34:44 – looking at all thyroid markers together to determine thyroid status  37:05 – the anti-thyroid effects of reverse T3 40:38 – cholesterol levels as a marker of thyroid status, and the problems with cholesterol levels that are too high or too low 52:34 – the relationship between cholesterol, heart disease, and thyroid status 56:04 – other blood markers that can be indicative of thyroid status (SHBG, ferritin) 57:02 – how we can use symptoms like metabolic rate, body temperature, and pulse rate to determine thyroid status   1:12:14 – other symptoms that can be used as indicators of thyroid status (low energy, fatigue, low immune function, dry or cracking skin, hair loss brittle nails, slow motility, weight gain, low mood)

In this episode we discuss: The factors that affect thyroid hormone production, conversion, transport, and uptake How high TSH levels cause damage to the thyroid gland High-carb diets vs. low-carb diets for thyroid health Why restricting calories is not the way to go if you’re struggling with hypothyroidism The effects of PUFA and endotoxin on thyroid hormone activity The problems with both deficiencies and excesses of iron, iodine, and vitamin A for thyroid health   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-96-avoid-low-carb-diets-fasting-and-caloric-restriction-if-you-have-hypothyroidism-hypothyroidism-part-2/   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  1:28 – the factors that affect thyroid hormone production, conversion, transport, and uptake 3:45 – the impact of stress on thyroid hormone production and conversion  5:02 – how the stress hormones and inflammatory cytokines affect thyroid hormone production and conversion 16:44 – thyroid hormones increase sensitivity to stress hormones  21:44 – elevated free fatty acids, especially PUFA, inhibit thyroid hormone binding 23:26 – how a lack of energy prevents the cells from taking up thyroid hormone 30:00 – how oxidative stress affects thyroid hormone production and the effects of TSH on oxidative stress 38:25 – how a low-carb diet affects thyroid hormone production and conversion, causing a hypothyroid state; high-carb diets vs. low-carb diets for thyroid health 47:46 – insulin resistance is associated with reduced thyroid hormone conversion, but this doesn’t mean you should avoid carbohydrates   51:39 – how caloric restriction affects thyroid status 55:04 – the effects of fasting on thyroid status 56:42 – T3 has positive feedback on its own production and what this means for thyroid hormone replacement 1:00:01 – the effects of PUFA and endotoxin on thyroid hormone activity 1:04:30 – the effects of micronutrients, specifically iron, vitamin A, selenium, and iodine, on thyroid hormone production, conversion, and activity 1:16:30 – increased thyroid activity increases macronutrient and micronutrient needs, but also improves micronutrient retention in the long-term 1:19:15 – the effects of environmental toxins (pesticides, industrial chemicals, heavy metals, etc.) on thyroid hormone production, conversion, and activity 1:25:20 – the effect of sleep on thyroid hormone production and conversion 

In this episode we discuss: Why hypothyroidism is not the root cause of your issues Why TSH on its own is not a good marker of thyroid status The importance of thyroid hormones for sex hormone production, gut health, and immune function T3’s effects on autophagy, mitochondrial biogenesis, and uncoupling Whether low thyroid activity is beneficial for longevity and aging and when a high TSH may be a good sign   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-95-hypothyroidism-in-context-thyroid-hormone-basics-hypothyroidism-part-1/    Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  1:19 – an introduction to hypothyroidism and common symptoms of hypothyroidism 9:02 – the broader biological context of hypothyroidism and hypothyroidism as a low metabolic state  12:45 – why hypothyroidism is not the root cause 16:23 – the basics of the different thyroid hormones and their regulation 19:54 – the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis and the nuances within the negative feedback loops 24:45 – the basics of thyroid hormone production 29:37 – the basics of thyroid hormone conversion 35:17 – the larger context of thyroid hormone production and conversion 38:58 – the basics of thyroid hormone transport   41:44 – the basics of thyroid hormone uptake 46:23 – the nutrients involved in thyroid hormone production and conversion 50:26 – the cellular effects of T3 (metabolic stimulation, uncoupling, autophagy, mitochondrial biogenesis, steroidogenesis from cholesterol) 57:29 – the effects of T3 on gut health, immune function, and aging 1:03:08 – whether low thyroid activity is beneficial for longevity and aging and when a high TSH may be a good sign 1:08:41 – the relationship between vitamin A and thyroid hormones 

In this episode we discuss: Why uncoupling is harmful in certain contexts and how PUFA cause constant, low-level uncoupling The involvement of uncoupling, mitochondrial biogenesis, autophagy, heat shock proteins, and hypoxia-inducible factors in the stress response How stress prevents our mitochondria from effectively producing energy How chronic stress causes insulin resistance, high blood pressure, weight gain, depression, and cardiovascular disease How sugar and fat cravings result from stress and why listening to them is beneficial How adaptations to stress get passed on through generations   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-94-how-stress-crashes-your-metabolism-why-hormesis-is-not-the-answer-stress-mitochondria-part-2/   Timestamps: 0:00 – intro  2:59 – the details of how mitochondrial respiration can become disrupted, especially from glucocorticoids 6:05 – the short-term effects of catecholamines 8:34 – why uncoupling is harmful in certain contexts and how PUFA cause constant, low-level uncoupling 14:40 – the protective effects of uncoupling as a part of the stress response 20:08 – the role of cytokines (TNF-alpha, IL-1, IL-6, heat-shock proteins, NF-kB, HIF) in the stress response 37:33 – the effect of acute stress on energy production in mitochondria 45:18– the effect of chronic stress on energy production in mitochondria 48:15 – how stress drives degeneration and the evidence for increased activity of hormetic pathways (including effects like mitochondrial biogenesis and autophagy) in degenerative states 1:05:24 – the relationship between mental health, mood, and metabolic function 1:10:21 – how adaptations to stress get passed on through mitochondrial DNA 1:18:32 – how to best improve mitochondrial function and our health

In this episode we discuss: Why stress is not your friend The effects of cortisol on your mitochondria Hans Selye’s general adaptation syndrome How cortisol causes mitochondrial dysfunction, heart disease, insulin resistance, autoimmunity, allergies & hypersensitivity, mineral imbalances, and cancer metabolism Why acute stress does not lead to improved health via hormesis   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-93-how-cortisol-affects-your-mitochondria-acute-vs-chronic-stress-stress-mitochondria-part-1-ep-93/    Timestamps: 3:00 – an introduction to the paper: mitochondria as key components of the stress response    4:03 – Hans Selye’s general adaptation syndrome and the process of stress in relation to energy balance   23:30 – the 3 main effects of the stress hormones in the acute stress response and the cost to this response  31:48 – long-term glucocorticoid exposure causes insulin resistance and the protective effects of high blood sugar in certain contexts  34:04 – how long-term stress causes degeneration  34:55 – functions of the mitochondria  38:54 – mitochondria upregulate energy production in response to stress  41:06 – the short-term vs. long-term effects of the glucocorticoids (cortisol) 44:03 – how stress causes hormetic adaptations and how the hormetic pathways cause degeneration over time 50:30 – how mitochondria respond to excess stress and how this relates to fat gain 59:04 – how chronic stress and exposure to cortisol causes impaired energy production, degeneration, immunosuppression & autoimmunity, mineral imbalance, swelling, allergies & hypersensitivity, and cancer metabolism

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In this episode we discuss: Whether cod liver oil is an ideal source of vitamin A/retinol Whether we should be concerned about the omega-3 content of cod liver oil (CLO) The idea that we want our fat cells to be insulin resistant to lose fat Whether keeping insulin low is the key to fat loss What hormones regulate fat loss   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-91-cod-liver-oil-dangers-the-croissant-diet-and-insulin-resistant-fat-cells-q-a/    Timestamps: 2:54 – what we think about cod liver oil as a vitamin A source   9:50 – why someone may benefit from cod liver oil, and why it likely isn’t a result of the retinol   10:56 – the immunosuppressive effects of omega-3s  14:25 – the major problems with omega-3s, including cod liver oil specifically  25:33 – clarifying our thoughts on the Croissant Diet  28:26 – burning saturated fat versus burning PUFA and whether PUFA create more ROS than saturated fats   31:41 – what we think of the idea that consuming saturated fats will allow for fat loss by causing insulin resistance in the adipocytes (fat cells)   42:50 – why increasing fat burning doesn’t inherently lead to increased fat loss  47:11 – whether increasing satiety is the key to fat loss   

In this episode we discuss: Whether fish oil is beneficial due to its anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-lowering effects Our thoughts on the benefits from a paleo-ketogenic diet What to do if you’re dealing with dental issues from sugar consumption Our experiences eating 5,000 to 6,000 calories per day The best time to eat the carrot salad   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-90-eating-5000-calories-per-day-fish-oil-water-weight-vs-body-fat-paleo-ketogenic-diet-q-a/    Timestamps: 2:44 – why fish oil shows anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-lowering effects, and why this doesn’t mean they’re beneficial  11:25 – eating carrots with a meal versus away from a meal  17:27 – our thoughts on the benefits from a paleo-ketogenic diet  28:45 – which coral calcium supplement we recommend  32:33 – dental issues from sugar consumption  39:45 – what we think of orange juice with added calcium  41:36 – how to determine whether weight gain is due to water weight or body fat   51:57 – our experiences eating 5,000-6,000 calories per day  1:03:23 – whether it’s helpful to use calorie calculators and context to consider when it comes to calorie calculators  1:11:20 – how our current diets vary in contrast to when we were eating 5,000-6,000 calories per day  

In this episode we discuss: Whether PUFA causes more oxidative stress than saturated fats How PUFA intake affects testosterone Whether fruit juice should be avoided for blood sugar regulation The effects of fruit juice on inflammatory markers and endotoxin Whether fruit juice has the same effects as soda   Check out the Energy Balance Solution group coaching program: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-89-the-anti-inflammatory-effects-of-fruit-juice-and-the-hormonal-effects-of-pufa-vs-sfa/    Timestamps: 4:10 – the effects of different dietary fat compositions on phospholipid and neutral lipid compositions in the testicles   18:31 – the effects of different dietary fat composition on oxidative damage and antioxidant status in the testicles 29:44 – the effects of different dietary fat composition on hormone production and metabolism in the testicles  38:26 – introducing the next study discussing the effects of orange juice on a high-fat, high-carbohydrate meal in terms of inflammation and endotoxin   44:14 – the effects of orange juice on blood glucose and insulin sensitivity  47:55 – the effects of orange juice on ROS production, TLR2 and TLR4 expression, and plasma endotoxin  51:35 – factors that could account for the benefits of orange juice   

In this episode we discuss: The hormonal effects of compounds in soy How the effects of BPA compare to soy  Whether soy is estrogenic and causes infertility Whether the amount of soy typically consumed is sufficient to create these effects   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-88-whether-soy-is-estrogenic-and-causes-infertility/    Timestamps: 3:06 – overview of the study we’ll be discussing  5:57 – compounds in soy have potentially estrogenic thymic, immune, and hormonal effects  10:20 – compounds in soy oppose testosterone and reduce its production  13:33 – whether animal research translates to humans  16:40 – BPA has anti-fertility effects in males that are parallel to supplemental estrogen  27:39 – corn oil causes weight gain despite the same number of calories consumed 32:11 – the reproductive effects of soy, BPA, and estradiol  44:50 – the amount of soy required to cause these reproductive effects   

In this episode we discuss: Whether low-carb diets increase cortisol over time How the bioenergetic view incorporates evolutionary biology, and how this differs from the ancestral health model Whether tolerance to stress is improved on low-carb diets Why being overweight or obese is not a sign of excess energy   What we think of Paul Saladino’s interpretation of the “Ray Peat Diet”   Check out the Energy Balance Solution group coaching program: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/solution   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-87-robb-wolf-on-ray-peat-and-the-bioenergetic-view-energy-obesity-evolution-and-paul-saladino/    Timestamps: 4:22 – how low-carb diets increase stress hormones and increase susceptibility to stress 22:32 – why being overweight or obese is not a sign of excess energy 34:20 – whether the bioenergetic view ignores evolutionary biology 49:30 – what we think of Paul Saladino’s interpretation of the “Ray Peat Diet”  

In this episode we discuss: Whether it’s stressful to be in a fat-burning, keto-adapted state How blood sugar is regulated when we’re not eating carbohydrates, and how this impacts stress hormones and thyroid hormones Whether having stable blood sugar levels on a low-carb diet is a good thing The problems with elevated levels of glucagon, which occurs when someone is on a low-carb diet   Why glucagon is a stress hormone and its impact on thyroid hormones   Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Course here: https://jayfeldmanwellness.com/energy   Click here to check out the show notes: https://www.jayfeldmanwellness.com/ep-86-robb-wolf-on-ray-peat-and-the-bioenergetic-view-stress-blood-sugar/    Timestamps: 4:30 – why we wanted to discuss Robb Wolf’s perspective of the bioenergetic view 8:25 – Robb’s main points against the bioenergetic view 9:52 – whether fat-burning and being keto-adapted is stressful and how blood sugar is regulated in these states 31:29 – the problems with elevated levels of glucagon, which occurs when someone is on a low-carb diet