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Episode 2495 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Cate Shanahan about her new book about oxidative stress, the downside of working against nature, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/05/working-against-nature-dr-cate-shanahan-episode-2495 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Root Causes of Oxidative Stress Cate first noticed issues in pro basketball players. (2:30) What she found out was a symptom of metabolic problems. Dr. Shanahan was one of the early voices who emphasized the toxicity of seed oils. (6:00) She explains how she started paying attention to seed oils. Her background in biochemical engineering transitioned to medical school; however, her personal medical issues led her to a deep dive into health. Her book “Dark Calories” is available in Vinnie’s Book Club . She explains the meaning behind the name. (13:00) Metabolic disease is rampant. Being “hangry” is a sign of insulin resistance, which is a stage of metabolic disease. New standards of testing need to happen; she’s a big believer in using the HOMA-IR testing. They discuss oxidative stress and seed oils and how they are included in many things. (20:00) She defines what she has named as “The Hateful 8.” It’s a similar effect of oxidation as cigarette smoking. Vinnie asks her about her list called the “Delightful Dozen.” (27:00) She hopes to get more doctors on board in expanding the message regarding various oils and the effects of oxidative stress. (35:00) Free radical particles are caused by oxidative stress; vegetable oils are “oxidative stress in a bottle.” (42:30) Empty calories from processed foods and sugars can cause them too. She also challenges the use of protein powders. (46:00) Respecting Nature and how it works is important; trying to “outsmart” nature is a dead-end game. (54:00) The energy model of insulin resistance has to do with your body not being able to use its body fat as fuel. (56:00) Her book “Dark Calories” provides information that can help you reduce cravings while you heal from insulin resistance. (57:00) Working Against Nature Vinnie asks Cate how can people do better. (59:00) She provides several practical food suggestions. “Root cause” knowledge will help you. They pivot to cholesterol. (1:04:00) Cholesterol is a nutrient—it is a building block of cells and hormones. The egg is the most complete package of nutrients you can get. There are plenty of untruths in the “Game Changers” film; they elaborate. (1:06:00) You need to know what is both good and bad about the medical system. The conversation on nutrition is the American College on Lifestyle Medicine, which is a Seventh-Day Adventist group promoting their religious stance on eating and lifestyle. (1:10:00) Vinnie asks Cate’s take on GLP-1s. (1:14:00) She is against them for many reasons; the first one is that those drugs are working against Nature. Acute muscle loss is happening to patients on drugs like Ozempic; remember your heart is a muscle. She lists other concerns she has about them. There's a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use! (53:00) The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon. Vinnie's new documentary "Dirty Keto" is out! Go to to get it at ! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please sha

Episode 2494 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss the "Dirty Keto" film, a cancer update, advocating for yourself by having the conversations, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/05/having-the-conversations-episode-2494 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Having the Conversations Supermodeling trends over the years, (2:30) The “Dirty Keto” documentary is coming out on May 30, 2024! (7:15) It is only available on Amazon. Vinnie is planning some events in the NSNG® VIP group, possibly a watch party. If you are on his email list, you’ll get an email with more info about it. It’s important to watch his movies so he can continue to bring truth to the public. (15:00) He refuses to sell the NSNG® name to avoid the name and brand becoming bastardized. Gina addresses Vinnie’s chemo treatment. (17:30) Vinnie looks great despite going through cancer treatment. He shares how he’s been doing including any exercise and his reactions to medicines. He's advocated for himself regarding his medications; changes were made and he’s doing better. (23:30) He shares what he’s been doing while quarantined and what supplements he’s been taking. He’s not going behind his doctor’s back—he is having the conversations. Don’t forget about the NSNG® Foods promo code! Use promo code VINNIE at the checkout and get 15% off. The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT Amazon. Gina has a new Instagram and a new website, . Go check out her socials! Check out Gina's book . She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and . Vinnie's rumble channel: Vinnie's X/Twitter channel: Vinnie shares an update to his website that you’ll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to   to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!  

Episode 2493 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat about Vinnie's cancer protocol making progress, giving answers to listeners' questions, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/05/making-progress-giving-answers-episode-2493 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - Making Progress & Giving Answers There’s some fun with Sam Elliott voiceovers. (2:00) When this episode airs on May 27, 2024, Anna will have a birthday discount code, “Birthday10” until the end of May. (6:00) Vinnie's cancer update (11:30): Vinnie is an N=1 experiment. His protocol has changed a bit. He thought they were using a smaller amount than 17 years ago, but they are just administering at a different rate. He mentions some of the side effects he was having, especially with the Neupogen. CBD (not THC) has helped him control some of the pain. He’s getting bored—he hasn’t been able to do some of the things he hoped to do to occupy his time, like archery. Vinnie has great health care—better than he had in California. (22:00) Questions from listeners. (27:00) What are NSNG® foods for mouth/jaw damage, especially for getting good protein? There's a great question about various exercises, and Vinnie gives his top 5 exercises. He adds some exercises if you want to push yourself further. Sets to failure are as effective as multiple sets; however, you may need help with sets to failure. The “Dirty Keto” documentary landing page should be up by May 30th. When it comes out, make sure you watch and rate it. There's a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use! (53:00) The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon. Anna’s upcoming Eat Happy Italian book is on the way. You can go to: —upload your receipt and get bonus content.  You can preorder it from . [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!  

Episode 2492 - BEST OF: On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Paul Kolodzik about testing metabolism with CGMs and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/05/testing-metabolism-kolodzik-epsiode-2492 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS   You can watch this episode on Vinnie's Fitness Confidential YOUTUBE channel - TESTING METABOLISM Vinnie shared a recent Instagram post he posted about 3 things not to have for breakfast and received a lot of backlash about it. (2:00) They talk about the problem with oatmeal. Any proteins from oatmeal or similar are insignificant compared to animal protein. Dr. Paul Kolodzik MD  shares what his concerns are as an Emergency Response doctor, and it’s primarily metabolic health. (8:45) Television news covers more traumatic things like gunshot wounds, overdoses, etc. Most of what he sees every day is because of vascular disease, obesity, or other metabolic issues. They discuss some of the complications of COVID due to metabolic issues. (11:45) They discuss the issue of CPAP machines and the increase in usage. (17:00) This moves to a discussion on cholesterol and current medical care–it’s more like “disease maintenance”. Most of the time, treatment is just doctors trying to do what they are told they need to. BENEFITS OF CGM TESTING Paul is working similarly to a concierge model of health so he can give complete and proper care to patients. (24:00)  He has licenses in Ohio, Indiana, Arizona, and Florida, and plans to expand. You can find him at . Paul and his team are advocates of utilizing a CGM (continuous glucose monitor) to help people reach their health goals. (29:00)  It gives immediate feedback so clients can see how different foods affect them—they are fantastic tools. Vinnie equates the ability to view the results similar to reading a tachometer—it’s like a human RPM gauge. CGMs aren’t necessarily needed long term. Testing metabolism is a positive step for an investment toward your health. Once you know, you have to make a change. They discuss being “metabolically broken” and exactly what that means. (35:30) They discuss the “dawn effect” as well as how the hormones leptin and ghrelin work. Vinnie and Paul talk about the benefits of strength training and how it affects metabolism. (48:00) Paul has a book out called "The Continuous Glucose Monitor Revolution" and you can find it .   [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!  

Episode 2491 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss bicycles, Vinnie's "Dirty Keto" documentary, how "easy" got us sick, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/05/easy-got-us-sick-episode-2491 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Easy Got Us Sick Where the term “Soft and Succulent” comes from. (2:00) John Muir named the trail he created for non-mountaineers to reach the top of Mt. Whitney. They switch to talking about bicycles, gears, penny-farthings, and the Tour de France. (6:00) Gina got to preview Vinnie’s new documentary “Dirty Keto”. (14:00) She addresses Dr. Drew’s appearance in the film. They discuss MCT oil and cardiology. (17:00) Cholesterol is not a bad thing; every cell in our body needs it. (22:00) Heart disease has almost nothing to do with cholesterol. All the names for sugar was a powerful point for Gina. (27:00) Honey is not better than any other sugar—the liver is a meritocracy. Gina shares some points she loves; mostly that Vinnie encourages you to learn more. Also, changing may not be easy, but it’s worth it. Making things easy (with processed foods) is what got us sick. Don’t forget about the NSNG® Foods promo code! Use promo code VINNIE at the checkout and get 15% off. The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT Amazon. Gina has a new Instagram and a new website, . Go check out her socials--she shares some relatively recent news. Check out Gina's book . She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and . Vinnie's rumble channel: Vinnie's X/Twitter channel: Vinnie shares an update to his website that you’ll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to   to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!  

Episode 2490 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat about the media's attempt to polarize health and diet, share a Vinnie update, answer listener questions, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/05/an-attempt-to-polarize-episode-2490 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - An Attempt To Polarize Vinnie is talking about business and a brief health update. (2:00) Nina Teicholz posted on X an article from the New York Times which claims that no women paticipate in the carnivore lifestyle. (5:00) It’s ridiculous how the media makes an attempt to polarize health and fitness. (6:30) Working together is how you help people. (11:00) To get some perspective on the idea that “life is hard”, go to a children’s hospital. Anna proposes that more Trixie posts (Vinnie and Serena’s new puppy) is a pretty good remedy for anyone. (17:00) There is more explanation of some of Vinnie’s treatment. (19:00) He finds that kefir and yogurt seems to help his stomach. Anna asks a listener question regarding having a “stall” in weight loss. (29:00) You can’t eat with impunity, and processed ”keto products” are no good. They discuss salt and an encounter Anna had about her sauces. (34:00) This leads to a second question about age, joint pain, and cutting out dairy (43:00) There are tests available that will show you if you are having an inflammatory reaction to foods. Public Service Announement: The avian flu is back, so be sure to cook your eggs completely, and not leave runny yolks.(48:00) There's a new NSNG® Foods promo code you can use! (53:00) The promo code ONLY works on the NSNG® Foods website, NOT on Amazon. Anna’s upcoming Eat Happy Italian book is on the way. You can go to: —upload your receipt and get bonus content.  You can preorder it from . [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie’s third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!  Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!