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Marcus Antebi and Ralph Sutton

Marcus Antebi founder of Juice Press, and Ralph Sutton founder of GaS Digital Network are childhood friends who are trying to figure out how to live their healthiest lives.

  1. 2d ago

    Can Your DNA Predict Your Health? The Truth About Genetic Testing - Natalie Sampson | goodsugar 283

    This week on the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton sits down with Natalie Sampson, board-certified genetic counselor, integrative health expert, and founder of Golden Genetics Health, to separate science from hype when it comes to genetic testing. They dive into how your genes influence disease risk, supplements, medication response, inflammation, Alzheimer's, histamine intolerance, and even which workouts and nutrition strategies may work best for your body. Natalie also explains why most online DNA tests aren't telling you the full story, how personalized medicine is changing healthcare, and why genetics should empower, not scare, you. Whether you're curious about longevity, preventative health, or optimizing your wellness, this episode is packed with practical insights. 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Meet Genetic Counselor Natalie Sampson 02:12 How Natalie Got Into Genetics 03:54 Family Health & Autoimmune Disease Journey 05:13 Nature vs. Nurture Explained 08:23 What Genetic Tests Actually Show 09:58 Chris Hemsworth & Alzheimer's Risk 11:07 Can Saunas Reduce Alzheimer's Risk? 12:00 Personalized Supplements vs. Trends 13:21 Histamine Intolerance & Hidden Causes 14:02 How Genetics Predict Medication Response 15:15 Why Doctors Are Finally Embracing Genetics 17:05 What Golden Genetics Health Does 18:05 How Much Does Genetic Testing Cost? 18:55 Blood Test vs. Saliva DNA Testing 19:37 Why DNA Tests Are Different From Blood Work 20:22 Is It Better NOT to Know Your Genetic Risks? 21:43 Best Supplements for Most People 22:45 Genetics Success Stories 23:11 Biggest Misconceptions About Genetic Testing 24:14 How to Avoid Bad Genetic Testing Companies 25:10 Is 23andMe Accurate? 25:54 Natalie's Celiac Disease Diagnosis 27:09 Hidden Gluten & Surprising Triggers 28:03 Why Some People Tolerate Gluten Better in Europe 28:27 Where to Learn More About Golden Genetics Health 29:03 Podcast Discount for Genetic Testing 29:21 Outro Follow Natalie Sampson: 🌐 https://goldengeneticshealth.com 📸 https://instagram.com/geneticswithnatalie 📸 https://instagram.com/goldengeneticshealth See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 min
  2. Jun 22

    Dating, Commitment & Emotional Blind Spots | goodsugar 282

    Ralph Sutton becomes the focus of the conversation as Marcus digs into his dating life, relationship patterns, and why meaningful commitment has remained elusive. From dating a woman who lives with her boyfriend to discussing intimacy, attraction, emotional maturity, and the influence of childhood experiences, this episode turns into an unexpected relationship intervention. The guys explore the difference between chemistry and true intimacy, how pleasure-seeking can shape dating choices, and whether personal growth can change long-established relationship habits. Plus, Ralph considers bringing his current love interest onto the show for a future episode.  0:00 - Marcus puts Ralph's dating life on the table 1:14 - Dating a woman who lives with her boyfriend 3:24 - Attraction vs friendship connections 5:47 - Why this relationship feels different 8:25 - What real intimacy actually looks like 10:49 - Relationships with former partners and co-parenting 12:19 - Can people really change their relationship patterns? 14:38 - Fear of commitment or something else? 15:58 - Family influences and childhood dynamics 17:16 - Ralph's longest relationships and what happened 18:15 - Validation, attraction, and choosing partners 21:12 - Pleasure-seeking vs emotional connection 22:18 - The idea of bringing Ralph's girlfriend on the show 23:19 - Final thoughts and plugs TEXT us your questions at 718-306-3906! The goodsugar store is the epitome of cool, nestled at 3rd avenue + 69th street! 🛍️ Explore our trendsetting merchandise and catch those good vibes at https://www.ilovegoodsugar.com/. Follow the trendsetting hosts on social media: 📸 Marcus Antebi: / marcusantebi 📸 Ralph Sutton: / iamralphsutton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    24 min
  3. Jun 15

    The Truth About Guilty Pleasures: Are They Actually Bad For You? | goodsugar 281

    In this episode of Good Sugar, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi explore the complicated relationship between pleasure, guilt, happiness, discipline, and self-control. From cheesecake and espresso machines to travel adventures and late nights out, they discuss whether life's indulgences are worth the cost. The conversation dives into spending versus saving, experiences versus possessions, addiction versus enjoyment, mindfulness, meditation, consumer culture, and the pursuit of inner peace. Along the way, they share personal stories about travel, family, habits, and the choices that shape a meaningful life. If you've ever wondered whether you should take the trip, buy the thing, eat the dessert, or simply learn to be content with what you already have, this episode is for you. 00:00 Welcome & Marcus' apartment flood disaster 02:20 Finding gratitude during a stressful situation 03:09 What is a guilty pleasure? 04:14 Travel experiences vs saving money 06:00 Are guilty pleasures actually healthy? 06:50 Ralph's Austin trip and breaking routine 08:24 The value of spontaneity and fun 10:03 The 80/20 rule for health and self-improvement 11:27 Do Marcus and Ralph have guilty pleasures? 13:23 AJ's take on indulgence and excess 14:21 When guilt is actually a useful signal 15:04 The $1,800 espresso machine debate 16:18 Why Ralph canceled a $10,000 Malta trip 17:17 Travel memories that last a lifetime 18:19 Living on a dive boat with strangers 20:23 Swimming with pigs and unforgettable experiences 22:23 Are younger generations taking fewer risks? 24:18 Beer, habits, and everyday indulgences 26:21 Addiction vs guilty pleasure: what's the difference? 28:00 Can you be happy without experiences and possessions? 30:04 Consumer culture and the need for "more" 31:55 How technology changed human connection 33:26 Marcus on anxiety, mindfulness, and inner peace 35:05 Final thoughts: enjoying life without losing yourself TEXT us your questions at 718-306-3906! The goodsugar store is the epitome of cool, nestled at 3rd avenue + 69th street! 🛍️ Explore our trendsetting merchandise and catch those good vibes at https://www.ilovegoodsugar.com/. Follow the trendsetting hosts on social media: 📸 Marcus Antebi: / marcusantebi 📸 Ralph Sutton: / iamralphsutton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    36 min
  4. Jun 8

    Food Industry Lies, Fasting Myths & Losing 100+ Pounds | goodsugar 280

    This week on the goodsugar podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi tackle some of the most popular food myths and nutrition debates circulating online today. They discuss whether reheated carbs are actually healthier, if cooked tomatoes provide more nutrition than raw ones, the truth about coffee and dehydration, juice cleanses, sugar fears, intermittent fasting, digestion, weight loss, and why so much nutrition advice can be misleading. Along the way, Ralph shares his experience losing over 100 pounds, while Marcus explains why meal timing, digestion, and lifestyle habits may matter more than most diet trends. 00:00 Intro 01:00 Is Reheated Pasta Actually Healthier? 03:00 Cooked vs Raw Tomatoes 04:10 Does Coffee Really Dehydrate You? 06:20 Are We Too Overstimulated? 09:00 Oatmeal vs Oat Bran 13:15 Why People Drink Juice Cleanses 17:20 Can Fasting Reset Your Immune System? 19:20 The Truth About Sugar 23:20 Is Intermittent Fasting Worth It? 28:00 Ralph's 100+ Pound Weight Loss Journey 30:30 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up TEXT us your questions at 718-306-3906! The goodsugar store is the epitome of cool, nestled at 3rd avenue + 69th street! 🛍️ Explore our trendsetting merchandise and catch those good vibes at https://www.ilovegoodsugar.com/. Follow the trendsetting hosts on social media: 📸 Marcus Antebi: / marcusantebi 📸 Ralph Sutton: / iamralphsutton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min
  5. Jun 1

    The Science of Pleasure, Connection & Healthy Relationships - Dr. Nan Wise| goodsugar 279

    Dr. Nan Wise is the author of Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled Life. Why does pleasure matter so much for mental health, relationships, and even longevity? On this episode of the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi sit down with psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and neuroscience researcher Dr. Nan Wise to unpack the science behind sex, dopamine, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and emotional connection. Dr. Nan explains why “sex addiction” is not an official diagnosis, how compulsive behaviors develop, and why pleasure is essential for a healthy brain and nervous system. The conversation dives deep into dopamine, social media addiction, trauma responses, emotional regulation, intimacy, parenting, anxiety, relationships, and the neuroscience of human behavior. 📍Follow Dr. Nan Wise: Instagram: @AskDrNan Website: AskDrNan.com 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on mental health, wellness, relationships, psychology, neuroscience, culture, and human behavior. TEXT us your questions at 718-306-3906! The goodsugar store is the epitome of cool, nestled at 3rd avenue + 69th street! 🛍️ Explore our trendsetting merchandise and catch those good vibes at https://www.ilovegoodsugar.com/. Follow the trendsetting hosts on social media: 📸 Marcus Antebi: / marcusantebi 📸 Ralph Sutton: / iamralphsutton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    32 min
  6. May 25

    Food Myths That Everyone Still Believes | goodsugar 278

    What if most of what you’ve been told about food… is completely wrong? 👀 On this episode of the goodsugar podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi dive headfirst into one of the biggest internet wars happening right now: seed oils, protein obsession, processed food, organic labels, keto diets, carnivore culture, and the truth about what we’re actually putting into our bodies every day. From the rise of ultra-processed foods to why modern nutrition advice feels completely broken, this episode turns into a hilarious but brutally honest conversation about health, addiction, food propaganda, gym culture, and the psychology behind eating. Marcus breaks down why processed food may be the real enemy, Ralph questions viral nutrition claims, and the guys debate: • Seed oils vs olive oil • Protein myths and gym culture • Organic food vs conventional food • Why food labels confuse everybody • Keto and carnivore diet trends • Salt myths and iodine • Ultra-processed foods • Food addiction and cravings • Why modern eating habits are wrecking people If you’ve ever wondered why everyone online suddenly became a nutrition expert, this episode is for you. Watch until the end and let us know in the comments: What food myth do YOU still think people blindly believe? Like, comment, subscribe, and send this episode to the friend who thinks seed oils are killing America. TEXT us your questions at 718-306-3906! The goodsugar store is the epitome of cool, nestled at 3rd avenue + 69th street! 🛍️ Explore our trendsetting merchandise and catch those good vibes at https://www.ilovegoodsugar.com/. Follow the trendsetting hosts on social media: 📸 Marcus Antebi: / marcusantebi 📸 Ralph Sutton: / iamralphsutton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    32 min
  7. May 19

    Nutrition Myths Debunked: Salt, Food Dyes and Processed Foods | goodsugar 277

    In this episode of the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi dive deep into the world of ultra processed foods, food dyes, nutrition myths, anxiety, clean water, modern health problems and the psychology behind unhealthy eating habits. The conversation explores how processed food affects the body, why food companies prioritize shelf stability, the controversy around iodized salt, artificial ingredients, FDA approved food dyes, and whether modern society is becoming disconnected from real nutrition. Marcus and Ralph also debate mental health, chronic stress, nervous system regulation, environmental concerns, water shortages, capitalism, consumer culture, and how anxiety may be driving many of society’s biggest health problems. They also discuss supermarket food systems, organic produce, toxins in modern diets, clean eating, natural foods, dopamine addiction, social conditioning and how technology and advertising shape our relationship with food. TEXT us your questions at 718-306-3906! The goodsugar store is the epitome of cool, nestled at 3rd avenue + 69th street! 🛍️ Explore our trendsetting merchandise and catch those good vibes at https://www.ilovegoodsugar.com/. Follow the trendsetting hosts on social media: 📸 Marcus Antebi: / marcusantebi 📸 Ralph Sutton: / iamralphsutton See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min
4.8
out of 5
31 Ratings

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Marcus Antebi founder of Juice Press, and Ralph Sutton founder of GaS Digital Network are childhood friends who are trying to figure out how to live their healthiest lives.

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