
A Root Cause Stopping You From Losing Body Fat (Not Carbs Or Sugar) | Dr. Robert Lustig
Rangan Chatterjee
Mar 6, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Limit branched-chain amino acids to prevent liver fat accumulation
Consuming excess branched-chain amino acids, often found in protein powders, without building muscle can lead to the creation of liver fat.
Manage stress to reduce visceral fat accumulation
Visceral belly fat is primarily driven by chronic stress and the hormone cortisol, not directly by the food you eat.
Uncover honey fraud: most commercial honey is not real
Honey fraud is one of the biggest food frauds worldwide, with most commercial honey being a mix of syrups and artificial flavors rather than real honey.
Rethink glycemic index as a measure of food health impact
The glycemic index is a poor measure of a food's health impact because it ignores the harmful effects of fructose and the protective effects of fiber.
Understand fat storage limits to prevent health risks
Your body can safely store about 22 pounds of subcutaneous fat, but only 5 pounds of visceral fat and a mere half-pound of liver fat before health problems arise.
Utilize fiber in whole fruit to protect liver from sugar absorption
The fiber in whole fruit forms a barrier in your intestine, preventing the rapid absorption of fructose and protecting your liver.
Recognize that thin does not equate to health
While 20% of obese people are metabolically healthy, a staggering 60% of normal-weight individuals are metabolically ill.
Question 'normal' lab results to uncover potential liver issues
The 'normal' range for liver enzyme tests like ALT has shifted upwards over the decades because the general population has become unhealthier, masking potential issues.
Manage chronic stress to protect your brain's health
Chronic stress disables the four natural 'brakes' on the brain's fear center, the amygdala, leading to constant feelings of threat and anxiety.
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