I had an enjoyable debate on the mechanism driving obesity with Layne Norton. At one point Layne argued that while the animal data was impressive, that the clinical trials were generally negative. He then emailed me the papers supporting his …
Podcast – Brain Ponderings with Dr. Mark Mattson
An engaging discussion on Mark Mattson’s Podcast, Brain Ponderings on the role of sugar and fructose in behavioral disorders and dementia. Mattson is a highly cited neuroscientist with great insights, and the topic is relevant to everyone. Compelling evidence shows …
Podcast – The Lancet Omission: Is Ignoring Nutrition Prevention Bad Science?
Recently the Lancet issued a report on the risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, but did not consider diet as a major risk factor, which is a serious omission. This podcast contains interviews with experts on the key role of bad …
Podcast – With Jesse Chappus from the Ultimate Health Podcast
The good and the bad. Fructose as a driver of obesity but also important for survival of animals. And a new sugar, allulose, that looks like fructose but seems to be protective. Watch the podcast here.
Podcast – This food Turns ON the FAT Switch – Healthy Rebel Speaks Out Podcast #13
This is a Podcast with Bonni London from Healthy Rebels. We talk about sugar, fructose and uric acid. Moreover, we discuss how to evaluate your diet for hidden sugars, the importance of staying hydrated, and when you should be concerned …
Video – Sugar 101 is Mandatory (on the Sevan Podcast)
A discussion on sugar and its bad consequences, and also of a good sugar, allulose, which is now becoming available. Watch the video here.
Podcast and Video – A talk with Florence Christopher from the Kick Sugar Summit on the Fructose Factor in Obesity and Health
We talk about the perils of sugar and especially fructose in obesity and metabolic syndrome. Listen to the podcast here. Watch the video here.
Video – An interview with Dom D’Agostino on fructose and why soft drinks cause obesity, weight gain, craving and low energy.
Traditional soft drinks, juice boxes, and energy and sports drinks are loaded with high fructose corn syrup, an ingredient also found in many processed foods. The body processes fructose differently than other sugars, and fructose can lead to weight gain …
Article – The New York Post – This is why you’re fat — study finds possible major root cause of obesity
All-too-common fructose — found in table sugar and high fructose corn syrup, used widely in everyday foods like ketchup — has long been considered a major reason why Americans pack on the pounds. Now, scientists say they’re closer to figuring …