The hottest Nutrition Substack posts right now

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200 | 4 Years of Food Safety, Food Fraud and Sustainable Supply Chains |

The Rotten Apple • 21 implied HN points • 04 Aug 25
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. The newsletter focuses on food safety and food fraud, giving valuable updates every week. It's designed to help professionals and the public stay informed about important trends and news.
  2. Celebrating four years of running, there are special offers for group subscriptions that can save companies a lot of money. It's a great chance for teams to stay updated together.
  3. Past popular articles highlight serious issues like food fraud and allergen recalls. These topics are crucial for awareness about food safety and potential risks.

October AMA Answers

Weight and Healthcare • 99 implied HN points • 06 Nov 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The October AMA Answers post includes information for paid subscribers only.
  2. The post mentions that a loss of 5-10 pounds can have an impact, which is a common belief in weight management discussions.
  3. There will be a special guest featured in the December 15 post, as per the newsletter's announcement.

Vitamin B1: Thiamin

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 159 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Thiamin, also known as Vitamin B1, is crucial for burning carbohydrates as an energy source. It is especially important in preventing glucose intolerance and potentially type 2 diabetes.
  2. Severe thiamin deficiency can lead to severe neurological issues such as tingling in the hands and feet, muscle weakness, heart problems, cognitive impairment, and even death, emphasizing the vital role thiamin plays in maintaining nervous system health.
  3. Aside from aiding in energy extraction from food, thiamin also helps protect against oxidative stress, supports vitamin recycling, aids in detoxification, and assists in the synthesis of various essential compounds like fats, cholesterol, and DNA building blocks.

The Food Is Poison, The Lobbyists Know It

QTR’s Fringe Finance • 24 implied HN points • 11 Jul 25
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. Many foods we eat today are ultra-processed and full of harmful chemicals. These foods can make us sick rather than healthy.
  2. Ultra-processed foods can be addictive, similar to drugs, which makes it hard for people to stop eating them. They change how our brain works and influence our eating habits.
  3. The food industry and health system are connected in ways that may prioritize profit over our well-being. This often leaves people confused and unhealthy.
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ex150ish-4: Week One

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 05 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author's weight loss journey with ex150ish-4 started well but faced challenges like a sudden illness during a choir performance.
  2. Despite feeling unwell, the author managed to push through the choir concert successfully by buying medication to alleviate symptoms temporarily.
  3. The author reflects on the impact of the diet amidst challenges like illness and social events, pondering its effects on well-being.

A Secret Post For Paid Subscribers Only

The Heart Attack Diet • 19 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The post contains secret information for paid subscribers only, promising insights into perfect health, success, and spiritual growth.
  2. The author expresses gratitude for the support of subscribers and hints at a desire to maintain authenticity in their content creation process.
  3. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to the Heart Attack Diet newsletter for a 7-day free trial to access more exclusive posts and archives.

Food Notes, Week 16.23

The Analog Family • 79 implied HN points • 20 Apr 23
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. Cooking has become a way to cope with stress and embrace creativity, even if meals feel rushed. It's important to balance time spent on job searching with cooking and family activities.
  2. Using the Instant Pot and recipes with simple ingredients helps make mealtime manageable, especially on busy days. It's a great way to use leftovers and make quick yet healthy dishes.
  3. Trying out new recipes, like curried cauliflower pie or pastitsio, can make cooking fun and enjoyable. It's all about experimenting and making meals that the whole family can love.

Fuel-Partitioning causes Obesity

Experimental Fat Loss • 169 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Mainstream CICO/EBM and Fuel Partitioning/low-carb are two paradigms about what causes obesity.
  2. CICO views calories as the cause of fat gain, while Fuel Partitioning sees excess calories as a result of other issues.
  3. CICO doesn't work for everyone, and there are diets like low-carb or keto that work better for some due to Fuel Partitioning.

Mom Test: Rebound?

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 21 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author discusses weight fluctuations and possible reasons for a sudden weight drop after experiencing COVID.
  2. The author mentions feeling lethargic and sad after going through a mild case of COVID.
  3. In uncertain situations, the author considers taking a cautious approach and 'dithering' until the situation becomes clearer.

174 | The Nitty-Gritty of Risk Assessments | Food Waste Follow-up |

The Rotten Apple • 52 implied HN points • 03 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. A food safety risk assessment helps determine how likely it is for something harmful in food to make you sick. This process looks at the chance of illness and how serious it could be.
  2. Recent cases showed that salad can lead to food poisoning if it gets contaminated. In one incident, a salad caused many airplane passengers to fall ill due to a toxin from bacteria.
  3. A huge amount of food is wasted globally, especially at home. Efforts and resources are being shared to help people reduce food waste effectively.

Choline

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 139 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Choline plays a critical role in assisting B12 and folate, supporting fat digestion, and contributing to memory and attention.
  2. Choline helps clear the liver of fat and supports cell membranes.
  3. This post by Chris Masterjohn focuses on the importance of choline for various bodily functions.

Book & concept review: Omega Balance

Experimental Fat Loss • 148 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The importance of achieving a balanced Omega-6/3 ratio in the diet is emphasized, with a focus on reducing omega-6 intake and increasing omega-3 consumption to improve overall health.
  2. The concept of Omega Balance is introduced as a more detailed and structured approach to understanding the effects of PUFA ratios on the body, particularly in relation to phospholipids in cells.
  3. Cutting out omega-6 linoleic acid from the diet is highlighted as a vital step in improving health, with the book recommending a 'whole-of-diet' approach that combines reducing omega-6 while increasing omega-3 intake.

Food Safety News and Resources | July

The Rotten Apple • 21 implied HN points • 14 Jul 25
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. Children in China got sick because lead paint was used to color their food. This caused many to be treated in hospitals, highlighting serious food safety issues.
  2. Several food products in the USA are being recalled for safety concerns, including bread with undeclared nuts and mineral water contaminated with harmful bacteria.
  3. A restaurant employee in Kansas pleaded guilty after intentionally contaminating food, which caused illnesses among diners. This raises awareness about the importance of food safety and honesty in the food industry.

Mom Test: Mixed Results

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 14 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Recent weight gain of over 2kg in three weeks was the fastest rate ever, mostly due to overfeeding at home.
  2. The author's metabolism is slowly repairing itself, with normal thyroid health and potential impact from avoiding processed food.
  3. The author highlights the complex relationship between appetite, body fat percentage, and weight fluctuations based on different dietary approaches.

Dopamine basics

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Dopamine levels affect our mood and motivation. When we experience a dip in dopamine, it can make us feel low and seek rewards to get back to feeling normal.
  2. Choosing to do hard or uncomfortable things can actually boost our basic dopamine levels. For example, cold showers can help us feel more motivated.
  3. Work ethic is really important for success. Hard work can often lead to being more productive and valued in the workplace, regardless of the external pressures.

Mom Test: Weeks Two and Three

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The individual experienced tiredness which was possibly caused by consuming cherries with high sulphite content. This led to slight hot flashes and adjustments in medication.
  2. Despite feeling overfed due to increased carbohydrate intake, weight gain was observed. This challenges the idea of homeostasis fixing itself as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) clear from the system.
  3. The person plans to monitor weight changes over a week to draw conclusions about the observed weight gain and its relationship to diet changes.

Carbs = Slavery

aproposofnothing • 39 implied HN points • 26 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Carbs can be as addictive as heroin, shaping human history.
  2. Grain-based agriculture has been used for social control throughout history.
  3. Opting for sustainable meat production can benefit both health and the environment.

An interview with Peloton's Matt Wilpers

Intentional Wisdom • 39 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Matt Wilpers shared his experience with anxiety and discussed power zone training in the podcast interview.
  2. Nutrition, exercise, sleep, and relationships are key factors in maintaining or improving mental health.
  3. Content suggestions include listening to Dr. Kelly Starrett on Tim Ferriss and checking out the YouTube version of the Matt Wilpers conversation.

Results Graph

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 05 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author created a graph displaying their weight fluctuations over time, highlighting a period of weight gain and subsequent weight loss.
  2. The data suggests that changes in diet rules, like eliminating sulphites and participating in specific exercises, influenced the author's weight trends.
  3. The graph analysis led the author to question the impact of different diet components, metabolic changes, and adjustments in medication on their weight and overall health.

Heart Attack Keto: Rebound

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 26 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Refeeding syndrome can occur after a period of no carbs, causing symptoms like exhaustion and lethargy.
  2. Unexpected weight fluctuations can happen when transitioning from a low-carb diet, often involving regaining and losing water weight.
  3. Maintaining ketosis may not always result in the same energy boost for everyone, as energy levels can vary based on individual reactions to carbohydrate intake.

ex150ish: Starting Conditions

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author is starting a new experiment, aiming to reach a specific weight goal below 98.2.
  2. He mentioned his past healthy weight and the impact of aging on his current weight goals.
  3. The experiment success will be defined by reaching the target weight and stabilizing it post-experiment.

Heart Attack Keto

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 20 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author experienced different physical and mental effects while trying the Heart Attack Keto diet, such as running out of mental energy and experiencing 'the ghost of a headache,' indicating possible signs of going into ketosis.
  2. Despite some changes in weight and energy levels, the author did not notice the same spectacular water-weight loss or enhanced mood and energy as with a previous diet, leading to mixed feelings about the effectiveness of the Heart Attack Keto diet.
  3. The author is unsure about the impact of the diet on actual fat loss and is considering returning to their previous diet to observe any changes, highlighting the confusion and uncertainty surrounding the outcomes of following the Heart Attack Keto plan.

Rule Three: Don't Be A Psycho

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Friends and family are more important than weight loss or experiments.
  2. Having willpower is crucial when trying to achieve something, so it's important not to give in.
  3. Don't be extreme or obsessive in your approach to dieting or health - it's not worth sacrificing relationships or joy.

ex150ish Stable State: Ketosis Wow!

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Feeling of being in ketosis can bring limitless energy and mental clarity.
  2. Experiencing mental exhaustion without physical exhaustion is a unique feeling.
  3. The possibility that the emergency back-up fat-burning system is still working even when the usual glucose-burning metabolism is broken raises interesting questions.

ex150ish definition

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Don't duplicate someone else's work. It's a waste of time to do the same thing twice.
  2. Create your own unique diet plan, like the 'ex150ish' diet mentioned, by using a specific recipe and approach.
  3. Consider taking vitamin and mineral supplements to ensure you're getting essential nutrients when following a specialized diet.

In which I visit my parents

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Visiting parents can lead to overeating due to their efforts to provide favorite foods and plentiful meals
  2. Weight fluctuations can happen after a visit home, but the effects may not be long-lasting
  3. It was surprising for the author to observe rapid weight gain with a specific diet and the potential for permanent weight increase due to deliberate overeating

Sloth And Gluttony

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 26 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Obesity is a worldwide problem linked to modern diets and lifestyles.
  2. The common solution of 'Eat Less, Exercise More' may not be effective for everyone.
  3. The concept of 'Calories In, Calories Out' is a valid principle, but 'Eat Less, Exercise More' oversimplifies the complex factors influencing weight.

ex150ish-3

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author shares their experience of regaining appetite and energy after a period of almost no appetite and significant weight loss.
  2. Engaging in activities like cold showers and swimming in cold water helps the author manage overheating and boosts their energy levels.
  3. Despite focusing on fixing the boat and feeling energetic, the author reflects on their weight loss journey and the impact of reintroducing carbohydrates to their diet.

Ancestral PUFAs?

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 01 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Southern Europeans have traditionally consumed large quantities of olive oil, which is rich in polyunsaturated fats.
  2. Southern European cultures have potentially evolved over time to metabolize polyunsaturated fats better than other populations.
  3. Descendants of Southern Europeans in America may have inherited a resistance to the obesity epidemic due to a long history of consuming olive oil.

Non-metabolic Diet Hacks

Experimental Fat Loss • 148 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Find a delicious, satisfying meal that you love for long-term weight loss success.
  2. Control portion sizes of hyper-palatable foods to avoid overeating while still enjoying them.
  3. Repetitive meals, cooking at home, and avoiding specific food ingredients can support weight loss efforts.

039: Creatine: Far More Than a Performance Enhancer

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 139 implied HN points • 09 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Creatine is not just for enhancing athletic performance; it plays critical roles in various bodily functions like fertility, digestion, mental health, and even skin health.
  2. Creatine supplementation can help with methylation problems and is recommended at a dose of 3-5 grams per day.
  3. Creatine is involved in buffering ATP supply, increasing muscle power, and many other roles in cells with high energy demands or polarized structures.

Mastering Nutrition

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 139 implied HN points • 07 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Focus on the overall picture when it comes to health and nutrition choices, rather than demonizing specific nutrients like sugar or saturated fat.
  2. Consider the nuances in scientific research and public health recommendations, as new findings can challenge established beliefs.
  3. Understand the importance of balanced diet, lifestyle, and genetic factors in health and dietary choices.