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ex150-11 review: weight stable for 30 days

Experimental Fat Loss • 134 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. After a month on the ex150 diet, the person remained stable in weight with an average around 222-224 pounds. A little weight gain was noted, but it was mostly muscle and fat together.
  2. Eating felt more satisfying during a recent protein refeed. They experienced better fullness from their meals than they had in the past.
  3. The experiment with different foods shows that consuming more cream might help maintain weight. They are now trying out a new diet involving rice to see how it affects their results.

Masterclass With Masterjohn: The Antioxidant System

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 279 implied HN points • 27 May 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Antioxidants play a vital role in supporting our health by regulating energy metabolism, boosting the immune system, and aiding in exercise recovery, but can also contribute to health issues in excess.
  2. A balanced diet rich in nutrients like protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals is essential for nourishing the antioxidant system.
  3. Understanding how the antioxidant system works is crucial for harnessing its benefits to support overall health and well-being.

Swamp Update: Detailed Swamping

Experimental Fat Loss • 134 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The Swamp Visualizer can show more detailed diet information now, instead of just using 10% steps. This makes it easier to understand how different diets compare.
  2. You can now see where the ex150 diet falls in comparison to the Standard American Diet. It's a helpful way to visualize macronutrient distributions.
  3. If you know of any interesting diets with specific macro information, you can share them. The author is looking to include a variety of diets in the visualizer.

Peanut Butter

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 21 Nov 23
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. During the pandemic, the author's diet change to less processed food led to stable weight and good health, but going back to old eating habits resulted in weight gain and fatigue.
  2. Giving up polyunsaturated fats improved the author's overall well-being, but the high fat and protein content in peanut butter may have contributed to weight issues.
  3. The author found Whole Earth Peanut Butter to be a staple during the pandemic stockpiling, but later discovered its high fat and protein content could have been counterproductive to their health goals.

Stay soft

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Recovering is important and shouldn't make you feel guilty. Taking breaks helps your body heal and is part of the journey.
  2. Finding the right support, like insoles, can make a big difference in your comfort and performance. Small adjustments can help you avoid injuries.
  3. Challenging experiences can teach valuable lessons about choice and resilience. It's okay to pause and reflect instead of constantly pushing forward.
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What Does the Old Theory Get Wrong?

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 16 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author questions why certain weight loss methods worked or didn't work for them, highlighting the complexities of weight management.
  2. Observations around the effects of different diets on energy levels and weight gain in individuals raise doubts about conventional theories and practices.
  3. The post explores discrepancies between personal experiences and mainstream medical advice, prompting readers to reflect on their own health beliefs and experiences.

Active Recovery

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Active recovery is important, and treating it like a job can help you heal faster. Things like cold showers and strength workouts can make a big difference.
  2. Cold therapy, like ice baths, might help with inflammation and mood, even if the science isn't fully there yet. Many athletes believe in its benefits for recovery.
  3. It's good to follow your passion and step away from things that don't make you happy. Whether it's a job or social media, focusing on what you love is key.

Natural Trans Fats

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 13 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Trans-fats in dairy products from ruminants are naturally occurring and include conjugated linoleic acid and vaccenic acid, produced by bacterial action in the rumen.
  2. Putting seed oils in cow food can lead to the transformation of fats into trans-fats as a detoxifying defense mechanism by gut bacteria.
  3. Vaccenic acid found in human orbitofrontal cortex of patients with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia raises questions about its role in these conditions.

The Hater - Ultra Processed Foods

Vittles • 341 implied HN points • 16 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. UPFs are often demonized in the health and nutrition world, leading to fear and anxiety about food.
  2. The classification of ultra-processed foods lacks nuance and lumps together a wide range of products with varying nutritional profiles.
  3. Issues with our food system go beyond just avoiding ultra-processed foods and need to address systemic inequities and lack of access to nutritious options.

194 | Deadly Listeria in Heat-and-Eat Meals |

The Rotten Apple • 42 implied HN points • 23 Jun 25
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. There was a serious outbreak of Listeria linked to heat-and-eat pasta meals that resulted in multiple illnesses and deaths. It's unusual for such outbreaks to come from foods that are meant to be cooked before eating.
  2. Authorities are investigating why the Listeria was present despite the meals being labeled to be heated thoroughly. We don't know if the problem was in the cooking instructions or if consumers didn't follow them properly.
  3. There are concerns about consumer habits, like cross-contamination and not cooking food enough, which can lead to health risks. Companies may need to ensure their foods are safe even if consumers don't follow instructions.

Metabolic Healing?

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author has observed a positive change in their metabolism over time, with improvements in temperature regulation and hypo-metabolic symptoms.
  2. Decreasing thyroid medication was associated with a rise in temperature, suggesting a potential link between thyroid dose and metabolic function.
  3. The author suspects that removing PUFAs from fat stores may have contributed to the improvement in metabolism, although uncertainties remain about the exact causes.

Sugar and your mind — Quitting added sugars

10x your mind • 139 implied HN points • 29 Sep 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Reducing added sugars can lead to decreased sugar cravings, making it easier to avoid unhealthy sugary foods.
  2. High intake of added sugars can lead to health issues like high blood pressure, weight gain, diabetes, fatty liver disease, and brain fog.
  3. It's beneficial to identify your motivation for reducing added sugars, find healthier alternatives for sugar cravings, and indulge in sweets after intense exercise.

I'm Confused About Sugar

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 06 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. People in history had terrible dental health due to sugar, which was driven by British people's desire for cheap sugar, leading to dental problems and health issues.
  2. Tooth decay might not have always been a problem caused by sugar, which raises questions about ancestral populations' exposure to sugar and the evolution of taste preferences.
  3. The idea that sugar causes tooth decay and people like the taste of sugar might not align over evolutionary timescales, leading to a need for further exploration and explanations.

ex150ish-4

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Mysterious pizza cravings were fixed by a pizza, and the aching legs might have been connected.
  2. Experimenting with different types of cream and predicting water-weight loss and ketosis for weight management.
  3. The author plans to start a new iteration of their diet, hoping for successful weight loss despite challenges and setbacks.

Mom Test : Confusion

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 28 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Weight changes can be confusing, especially when appetite and metabolism seem to be inconsistent.
  2. Cravings, like for baked potatoes, may not align with typical hunger or calorie needs, suggesting complex relationships between food and body signals.
  3. Health symptoms and weight fluctuations can puzzle, leaving individuals uncertain about their body's needs and responses.

Vitamin A

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 219 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Vitamin A is crucial for multiple bodily functions including maintaining moist eyes, smooth skin, strong immunity, healthy vision, and sleep.
  2. Vitamin A is important for vision as it helps the eyes sense light and transmit signals to the brain, impacting both night and day vision.
  3. Getting enough vitamin A from foods involves understanding the difference between plant and animal forms, the need for fats to aid absorption, potential deficiencies and toxicity risks, and how to adjust intake based on dietary preferences or requirements.

Announcing "Food Intelligence"!

Julia Belluz • 31 implied HN points • 21 Jul 25
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. The book 'Food Intelligence' explores how food affects our bodies and health. It aims to provide knowledge to help people understand nutrition better.
  2. A key focus of the book is the food environment, which includes social and economic factors that influence what we eat. This environment plays a big role in diet-related diseases.
  3. The authors hope to change how people think about nutrition, diet, and health policies. Understanding food systems can help improve public health and tackle issues like obesity and diabetes.

Calories In, Calories Out

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 09 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Calories In, Calories Out concept is often misunderstood. It's about the balance of calories consumed and calories burned.
  2. Obesity can be a complex issue influenced by various factors like appetite and metabolism. Some individuals struggle with constant hunger which leads to overeating.
  3. Understanding the reasons behind abnormal eating patterns and appetite can help in addressing obesity and finding solutions.

Cargo Culting ex150: Whipped Cream

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. The u/ex150 diet focuses on simplifying variables by consuming whipped cream as a primary component alongside a controlled lunch of meat and low-carb vegetables.
  2. Drinking double cream straight from the pot can lead to rapid consumption of excess calories, resulting in a feeling of satiety or not wanting to eat further.
  3. The idea of 'cement-truck satiety' suggests that overconsumption of cream can lead to a loss of appetite, indicating that the act of whipping the cream may not be essential in this diet approach.

On the Quality of the Chips in Matlock Bath

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. The quality of chips in a chip shop can vary, with issues like old fryer oil potentially affecting taste and health.
  2. The use of vegetable oils in fryers can be concerning, as they can degrade into harmful substances when used for extended periods.
  3. The history of dietary recommendations regarding fats, like animal fats, raises questions about the impact on human health over time.

ex150ish Redux : Headache City

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Following a strict diet like ex150ish can have different effects on energy levels and health.
  2. Headaches and other symptoms can occur when transitioning to a new diet, like ex150ish, but they may not always be related to the diet itself.
  3. Sharing personal experiences and documenting progress can be helpful for oneself and potentially for others who might be on a similar journey.

Another Go

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 11 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author is trying a new diet called heart-attack-keto that focuses on low carb intake and avoiding certain foods.
  2. They are monitoring aspects like water-weight loss, energy levels, and actual body fat weight loss to see the diet's effectiveness.
  3. The author is committed to sticking with the heart-attack-keto diet for as long as it makes sense, but is open to switching back to their previous diet if needed.

How Much Protein?

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Getting adequate protein is crucial for preventing deficiency diseases and maintaining overall health
  2. The recommended daily protein intake is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight to prevent deficiency
  3. Symptoms of protein deficiency include muscle loss, fatigue, cravings, bone issues, slow healing, weight gain, and hair/nail problems

The Test of the Mom Jabbar

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
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  1. The author is visiting family and indulging in delicious home-cooked food without worrying about weight or strict diets.
  2. The author is experimenting with tracking body temperature and thyroid dose instead of weight to see how it affects energy levels and weight.
  3. There is a sense of curiosity and openness to different outcomes regarding weight and health, with a mix of expectation and uncertainty.

PUFA: The Preponderance of the Evidence

Experimental Fat Loss • 233 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Cutting out seed oils led to significant health benefits for the author, including weight loss and improved overall well-being.
  2. While the link between PUFAs and obesity is not 100% proven, there is substantial evidence and personal anecdotes supporting the idea.
  3. The author believes that the risks of consuming seed oils outweigh any potential benefits, and will continue to avoid them based on the evidence available.

Well Being: Biohacking with Urolithin A

Who is Robert Malone • 10 implied HN points • 06 Nov 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Urolithin A is an exciting supplement that may help counteract aging by improving immune system health. It can help your immune cells act younger and work better as you get older.
  2. Research shows that taking Urolithin A daily can also boost muscle strength and endurance, especially for older adults. This makes it a potentially valuable tool for maintaining physical fitness as we age.
  3. Though it can be expensive, many believe the benefits of Urolithin A make it worth trying for those interested in anti-aging and improving overall well-being.

Nutrition Pillars at Parkday

Particulars • 58 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Personalized nutrition can lead to improvements in eating habits and health outcomes.
  2. Emphasizing diversity of foods and flavors can support a positive relationship with food and improve overall diet quality.
  3. Choosing minimally processed, whole foods and incorporating plant-based options can have significant health benefits and support sustainability goals.

My New Favorite Way to Eat Organ Meats

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 99 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. Incorporate organ meats into your diet by mixing them into ground beef and seasoning heavily with taco seasoning for a flavorful taco meat that masks the taste of organs.
  2. Using a ground meat blend where organs are a portion of the mix can help make the overall flavor more enjoyable compared to using fresh organ meats.
  3. Consider exploring supplements containing a blend of organ meats if you still struggle to eat organs, and look for sustainable, high-quality meat options when purchasing.

Gear Post 3: Judgement Gear

Experimental Fat Loss • 92 implied HN points • 01 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. A Santoku knife is a versatile kitchen tool that can handle both everyday tasks and heavier cutting, making it a good investment for cooking.
  2. Having a reliable can opener is really important, especially for those who open cans occasionally and want it to work well every time.
  3. Trying fat-free sauces and alternative drinks can help you stick to a specific diet while still enjoying flavorful meals and beverages.

Olive Oil Can Save Your Life

Ladyparts • 239 implied HN points • 30 Mar 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Consuming olive oil is linked to longer life expectancy based on a 28-year study by researchers at Harvard.
  2. A Mediterranean diet, rich in plant-based foods and fish, is beneficial for health, with olive oil being a key component.
  3. Switching from butter and margarine to olive oil can be a healthier choice for your diet.

My diabetes secrets

Steve Kirsch's newsletter • 4 implied HN points • 19 Dec 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. A low-cost method can lower blood sugar by nearly 200 mg/dL in under an hour without exercise, pills, injections, or pain, and it costs under $12 per month.
  2. Information is given about diabetes drugs like Ozempic, Trulicity, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, plus a comparison of fast versus long-acting insulins and how they might affect weight and management.
  3. Practical tips and tools are shared, including preferred CGM and finger-stick meters, a zero-pain way to draw blood, and a new sugar substitute that cooks and tastes like sugar but doesn’t raise blood sugar.

Am I Anxious or Just Hangry & Tired?

Ladyparts • 239 implied HN points • 15 Mar 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Anxiety can be triggered by lifestyle factors like lack of sleep, poor diet, and excessive caffeine consumption.
  2. Distinguishing between true anxiety (rooted in fear of death) and false anxiety (due to bodily dysregulation) is crucial for understanding and addressing mental health.
  3. Taking actionable steps to address false anxiety, such as improving sleep habits and diet, can help in reducing feelings of anxiety.

How you work is how you eat

10x your mind • 59 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The type of food you crave after a task reflects how enjoyable or boring the task was - more boring tasks lead to craving unhealthy foods.
  2. Mental energy is vital for self-control and decision-making, and the brain consumes significant energy, influencing food choices.
  3. Engaging in interesting and challenging work situations can lead to a 'flow' state where creativity and productivity thrive without the need for self-control.

ex150ish-4-sour-cream-lowish-protein-recarb

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 23 Nov 23
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. The experiment with ex150ish-4-sour-cream-lowish-protein-recarb was successful with a weight loss of 2.5kg in roughly four weeks.
  2. Eating sour cream and crème fraîche seemed to work the same as double cream for the author.
  3. Switching from Mom Test to ex150ish was able to undo rapid weight gain from eating normally, providing a successful weight loss strategy.

Leaving the Calories In/Calories Out Myth Far Behind

Weight and Healthcare • 259 implied HN points • 30 Oct 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The idea that weight loss is as simple as calories in/calories out can be harmful, especially to fat individuals.
  2. Calculating calorie expenditure is complex and imprecise due to individual factors like genetics, stress, and health conditions.
  3. Semi-starvation as a weight loss technique based on the calories in/calories out model has a low success rate and poses risks to physical and psychological health.