Best Diet Intervention Podcasts (2025)

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301. How Bad Food Steals Our Ability to Choose Good Food 35:04

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Blood sugar chaos, relentless cravings, and afternoon crashes—what if it's not your willpower, but your biology? In this episode, we explore how blood sugar dysregulation and gut dysbiosis create a vicious cycle that literally steals our ability to choose nourishing foods, and why this has become a metabolic crisis since 2020. Learn four simple, sc…

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#580: Sodium Bicarbonate for Sports Performance – Prof. Lewis Gough 1:02:45

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Sodium bicarbonate is one of the most consistently supported ergogenic aids in sports nutrition research, yet its underlying mechanisms and real-world applications remain widely misunderstood. More recent developments have focused on how to optimise both the timing and formulation of supplementation. The “individualised ingestion timing” approach h…

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Metabolic Psychiatry: Rethinking Mental Health Through Nutrition | Iain Campbell, Ph.D. - E414 1:08:16

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Iain Campbell, Ph.D. is a leading voice in the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry, exploring how nutrition can transform mental health. His research focuses on how ketogenic interventions may help treat conditions like depression and bipolar disorder. Dr. Campbell is at the forefront of a movement that’s redefining how we think about the brain,…

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#368 ‒ The protein debate: optimal intake, limitations of the RDA, whether high-protein intake is harmful, and how to think about processed foods | David Allison, Ph.D. 1:49:24

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter David Allison is a world-renowned scientist and award-winning scientific writer who has spent more than two decades at the forefront of obesity research. In this episode, David joins for his third appearance on The Dri…

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Ray's Healthy Tidbit about your immune system Episode 252 1:00

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Ray's Healthy Tidbit about your immune system Episode 252By Ray Solano

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The Science Behind Comfort Food: Why We Crave Mac ‘n’ Cheese and Ice Cream, 11:43

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We'd Love To Hear From You - Text Us! In this episode, we delve into the intricate interplay of biological, psychological, and cultural factors that drive our cravings for high-calorie comfort foods. Join us as we explore how cherished childhood memories and the brain's dopamine-driven reward system influence our desire for favorites like mac ‘n’ c…

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What’s Really Driving “Metabolic Chaos”? A Functional Medicine Deep Dive with Dr. Tyler Hartmann 27:46

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Join Ray Solano and Dr. Tyler Hartmann, PharmD, on Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks to uncover how “metabolic chaos” disrupts health—and how functional medicine restores balance for lasting results.----In this week’s episode of Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks, I had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Tyler Hartmann, PharmD, about what he calls “metabolic chaos.…

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300. Stop Walking More—Start Walking Smarter: Adding a Missing Ingredient for Longevity 36:51

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By Carolyn Cohen

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Finding Your Ikigai: The Science and Philosophy of Purpose 16:29

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#579: Is Your Chronotype Hard-Wired or Modifiable? And What Does It Mean for Health? 59:28

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By Danny Lennon, MSc.

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Making Sense of COVID Data and Risk | Prof. Norman Fenton - E413 1:11:56

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Professor Norman Fenton is a mathematician and risk expert who rose to prominence during COVID for cutting through flawed statistics and exposing how data was used and misused to shape policy. “There was never any justification for the lockdowns in the first place, and the whole COVID hysteria was based on massively exaggerated case and mortality n…

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#367 - Tylenol, pregnancy, and autism: What recent studies show and how to interpret the data 1:27:09

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter In this special episode of The Drive, Peter addresses the recent headlines linking acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy to autism in exposed children. Recognizing the confusion these claims have sparked among p…

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Carmella Evans-Molina on the heterogeneity of type 1 diabetes, Samuel Seidu with an observational study on older adults with type 2 & the risk of falls, and more! 49:56

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Welcome to episode no. 38 (October 2025) of Diabetes Care “On Air”—a new and different way to bring the research published in Diabetes Care to life. Join co-hosts Alice Cheng, MD, FRCPC, and Michael Rickels, MD, MS, as they discuss the latest and greatest content in the October 2025 issue of Diabetes Care and beyond. 2:11 Mike is joined by Carmella…

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How I Didn’t Take My Own Advice (and Now I’m Paying the Price!) 20:39

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Have you ever swept a health concern under the rug? Well, this health coach (aka, human) did! I’m changing my ways – see how in this more personal episode! LET’S TALK THE WALK! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Walking to Wellness Together Facebook GROUP Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness Whil…

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#578: Creatine For Brain Health: Overhyped Trend or Science-based Intervention? – Prof. Eric Rawson 52:30

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Creatine is best known as a sports supplement for enhancing muscle strength and high-intensity performance. But could it also improve brain health and cognitive function? Or are such claims overhyped? If creatine can support brain health, it could have implications for aging, neurodegenerative diseases, concussion recovery, and mental fatigue. In t…

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Nourished by Grace: A Christian Keto Journey | John Wilbur (jmacwrites) - E412 1:08:12

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John Wilbur is the author of Nourished By Grace, a faith-centered guide to breaking free from diet culture and finding true health and restoration. After years of battling frustration, fad diets, and dead-end health advice, he discovered a compassionate, Biblical approach to caring for the body. Now he’s on a mission to share it with others. In thi…

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Ultra-Processed Foods and Obesity: Unpacking the Trifecta of Health by Deep Dive - Reluctant Low Carb Life 10:29

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We'd Love To Hear From You - Text Us! The Deep Dive by Reluctant Low Carb Life is where we tackle pressing health issues with clarity and insight! In this episode, we explore the alarming connection between the rising consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the global surge in obesity rates. Join us as we discuss how UPFs are engineered to …

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#366 ‒ Transforming education with AI and an individualized, mastery-based education model | Joe Liemandt 1:47:22

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter Joe Liemandt is a software entrepreneur turned education reformer who left Stanford in 1989 to found Trilogy, a highly profitable private software company, before pivoting to transforming K-12 learning. In this episode…

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299. Food: Fun or Fuel? Exploring Why We Eat Beyond Hunger + What To Do About It 38:24

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Hunger, cravings, emotional eating —discover how to distinguish between physical hunger and the urge to eat for comfort or pleasure. In this episode, we unravel the signals your body can send if we’re paying attention, and we’ll explore practical strategies for responding to them. Tune in to reclaim control and find balance in your relationship wit…

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Is There a Limit to Energy Expenditure? And What Happens When We Push It? (SNP44) 14:09

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Energy expenditure is one of the most fundamental yet often misunderstood aspects of human physiology. A central question is whether there is a ceiling to how many calories we can burn, and what happens when activity levels approach that limit. Grasping these dynamics is essential for health professionals and researchers, as energy balance directly…

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Building Sustainable Strength and Fitness | Amelia Wood - E411 1:21:50

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Amelia Wood is an ACE-certified Personal Trainer dedicated to helping people feel strong, confident, and capable in their own bodies. Known for her approachable, no-gimmicks style, Amelia focuses on building sustainable fitness habits that fit real life. She’s passionate about functional strength, movement that feels good, and empowering others to …

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Binge Eating: Understanding Our Evolutionary Instincts and Finding Balance - Deep Dive By Reluctant Low Carb Life 18:51

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We'd Love To Hear From You - Text Us! The Deep Dive by Reluctant Low Carb Life, where we explore the intricate relationship between our evolutionary past and modern eating habits! In this episode, we delve into the human predisposition to binge eat, rooted in our hunter-gatherer instincts developed during times of food scarcity. Join us as we discu…

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#365 ‒ Training for longevity: A roundtable on building strength, preventing injury, meeting protein needs, guidance for women and youth athletes, and more | Gabrielle Lyon, Mike Boyle, Jeff Cavaliere 2:15:29

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter In this special episode of The Drive, Peter hosts a strength and conditioning roundtable with three experts in the field—Gabrielle Lyon, Jeff Cavaliere, and Mike Boyle. Together they explore why maintaining muscle mass…

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Unlocking Fitness: The Superior Benefits of Interval Walking - Deep Dive By Reluctant Low Carb Life 14:44

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We'd Love To Hear From You - Text Us! Deep Dive by Reluctant Low Carb Life, where we explore effective strategies for a healthier lifestyle! In this episode, we delve into the transformative practice of interval walking, revealing why it stands out as a superior exercise method compared to steady-paced walking. Join us as we discuss key research, i…

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298. Counteracting Limiting Beliefs, Ageism + Anxiety with Walker/Podcaster/Ageism Fighter Ande Lyons at Age 69 47:35

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Walking transformed anxiety into vitality for 69-year-old entrepreneur Ande Lyons, who discovered from a book-on-cassette that 35 minutes daily helped manage her symptoms and eventually led to her current six-mile routine despite facing osteoporosis. Ande argues that movement is a privilege rather than a chore, and that community connections matter…

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#577: Ultra-processed vs. Minimally Processed Diets: UPDATE Trial – Samuel Dicken, PhD 49:38

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Recently a new trial was published in Nature Medicine comparing the effect of ultra-processed versus minimally processed diets. Specifically, the UPDATE trial compared these two diets in the context of a healthy dietary pattern (in line with the UK’s EatWell Guide). This eight-week randomized, crossover trial generated a lot of discussion and was l…

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Eating for Satiety: A Sustainable Path to Health and Wellness - Deep Dive By Reluctant Low Carb Life 17:40

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We'd Love To Hear From You - Text Us! Deep Dive by Reluctant Low Carb Life is where we redefine the way we think about food and health! In this episode, we champion the concept of eating for satiety as a sustainable lifestyle choice, moving away from temporary fad diets and towards a more fulfilling approach to nutrition. Join us as we explore the …

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Dopamine, Serotonin, and the Keto Diet | Dr. Rubén Ancona Bolaños - E410 1:16:26

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Dr. Rubén Ancona Bolaños is a Metabolic Health Practitioner from Mexico who has been having incredible success using ketogenic therapies to help his patients reclaim their metabolic health! He has a special interest in the interplay between diet, metabolic health, and hormones like dopamine and serotonin. From this episode… “One of my hypotheses is…

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#364 – AMA #75: Diets: how to evaluate and implement any diet including keto, carnivore, vegan, Mediterranean, and more 13:29

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View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter explores how to determine the right diet for yourself rather than searching for a universal “best” diet. He begins by laying out five non-negotiable criteria that any sust…

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The Benefits of Japanese Walking and Interval Training - Deep Dive By Reluctant Low Carb Life 12:02

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We'd Love To Hear From You - Text Us! At Deep Dive by Reluctant Low Carb Life, we explore a fascinating collection of articles focused on Japanese walking, also known as Interval Walking Training (IWT). This innovative exercise method alternates between fast and slow paces, making it an effective and accessible way to improve fitness for individual…

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Autism, Nutrition, and the Power of Early Intervention 49:11

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In this episode of Healthy Choices, host Ray Solano sits down with Dr. Emily Gutierrez, a functional and pediatric medicine nurse practitioner, to unpack the rising rates of autism and what families can do to address it proactively.From understanding the role of environmental factors and genetics to practical nutritional strategies, Dr. Gutierrez s…

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297. Fresh-Start Fall: Walking Against Traffic to Build Lasting Health 49:56

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Transform your health this fall! Feeling that September urge to get your life together? That energy is real, but so are the convenience culture, workplace demands, and distractions working against your wellness goals. Today we're turning that autumn reset feeling into your game plan for "walking against traffic" toward lasting health! LET’S TALK TH…

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Breaking Free from Starvation Diets: Embracing Satiety for Sustainable Weight Loss 14:59

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We'd Love To Hear From You - Text Us! Deep Dive by Reluctant Low Carb Life, where we challenge conventional dieting wisdom! In this episode, we take a critical look at starvation diets, revealing why they are not only unsustainable but also unhealthy for long-term weight management. Join our Deep Dive Team as they explain how these restrictive appr…

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#576: The Social Psychology of Health Beliefs and Misinformation – Matthew Facciani, PhD 53:52

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In this episode, Dr. Matthew Facciani explores how social psychology influences health beliefs and the spread of misinformation. The conversation delves into why people adopt certain nutrition or health beliefs so strongly, how identity and group membership shape our interpretation of evidence, and what makes us susceptible to false or misleading h…