DEBUNKING Intermittent Fasting Myths: SHOCKING New Study Raises HEART DISEASE Risk Concerns! Solosode 473

Ben Greenfield

30 may 2024

Episode description

Imagine this: You've just powered through an intense workout, reveling in the satisfying burn of a session well done.

But what if I told you that your post-exercise routine, like a cold shower or ice bath, could sabotage your gains?

In this solosode, prepare to dive deep into groundbreaking research suggesting that cold water immersion might hinder muscle growth, and explore a variety of captivating health and wellness topics challenging the status quo.

First up, you'll dissect the truth behind intermittent fasting, uncovering whether it's truly detrimental to your health, as some studies suggest. Then, you'll unravel a study claiming that animal protein might speed up atherosclerosis — a condition where plaque accumulates inside arteries — as I investigate the study's methodology and implications to separate fact from fiction.

Next, you'll dive into the potential health hazards of smartphone radio frequencies and unveil strategies to minimize exposure, including the use of low-EMF headphones. Additionally, you'll get to gain insights into the captivating world of placebo effects on performance and health, discovering how your beliefs about caffeine intake could impact your running performance.

And that's not all — wrap up with a fascinating study suggesting that blue-green algae could enhance memory in cognitively impaired individuals. I'll even offer a personal recommendation on how to incorporate this superfood into your diet.

Join me to expand your understanding of health and wellness, challenging conventional practices with cutting-edge research. Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being? Tune in and take the first step toward a healthier you!

For the full show notes, visit: BenGreenfieldLife.com/473

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Episode description

Imagine this: You've just powered through an intense workout, reveling in the satisfying burn of a session well done.

But what if I told you that your post-exercise routine, like a cold shower or ice bath, could sabotage your gains?

For the full show notes, visit: BenGreenfieldLife.com/473

Episode Sponsors:

Young Goose: Visit younggoose.com and use code BEN10 at checkout for 10% discount on your first order.

Mito Red Light: Red light helmet & mat at

Mindsip insights from this episode:

Utilize short cold plunges post-workout to enhance recovery

Short cold water immersions of under five minutes after a workout can aid recovery without blunting muscle growth, unlike the long 10-20 minute soaks used in studies that show negative effects.

#cold-therapy

#muscle

Critique misleading animal protein studies on atherosclerosis

Research suggesting animal protein causes atherosclerosis is based on rodent and petri dish studies, which are not generalizable to humans due to vast differences in protein and fat metabolism.

#protein

#research

Critique flawed intermittent fasting study linking eating window to cardiovascular risk

The recent study linking an 8-hour eating window to a 91% higher risk of cardiovascular death is highly flawed, as the fasting group had more confounding risk factors like higher BMI, lower muscle mass, and were more likely to be smokers.

#fasting

#research

Limit mobile phone exposure to protect brain barrier integrity

Research from 2009 showed that radiation from a mobile phone increased blood-brain barrier permeability, with neuronal damage lasting for up to 50 days after a two-hour exposure.

#neurology

#radiation

Choose Ultrasoone headphones to minimize magnetic radiation exposure

Ultrasoone headphones are a specific brand that uses ultra-low emission technology with a metal shield to reduce magnetic radiation by up to 98% compared to standard headphones.

#device

#EMF

Utilize molecular hydrogen and magnesium for radiation protection

To help protect against radiation-induced free radicals, you can take molecular hydrogen, magnesium, and eat sulfur-rich foods to boost the body's protective NRF2 pathway.

#radiation

#supplement

Shift mindset to alter food's impact on health

In a study, participants who believed a high-calorie milkshake was healthy did not experience the negative vascular effects that occurred in those who knew its true contents.

#mindset

#nutrition

Enhance memory with spirulina supplementation

A 12-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found that spirulina supplementation significantly improved memory in people with existing cognitive impairment.