🎧 HIH Episode 8: What The Fork!? - Nutrition 101: Understanding Macronutrients | Health Is Hard Podcast

Ready to master the fundamentals of nutrition? In this comprehensive episode, Dr. Matt breaks down the essential building blocks of nutrition in a way that's both digestible and actionable. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting your health journey, this episode will give you more nutrition knowledge than most physicians have!

Show Notes - *Timestamps are approximate*

• (0:00) Introduction and preview of the nutrition masterclass series
• (3:45) Why body composition is the foundation of health
• (8:30) Understanding energy balance and calories
• (14:15) The truth about body fat percentages for men and women
• (20:00) Calories in vs. calories out: Why it's more complex than you think
• (26:30) Breaking down your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE)
• (32:15) Protein: The king of macronutrients and essential amino acids
• (38:45) Understanding leucine and muscle protein synthesis
• (45:30) The importance of glycine and collagen
• (51:00) Glutamine and methionine: Often overlooked amino acids
• (57:15) Carbohydrates: Simple vs. complex and the glycemic index
• (1:03:30) The truth about fiber and its benefits
• (1:09:45) Fats: Essential fatty acids and omega ratios
• (1:15:00) MCTs vs. LCTs and cooking with different oils
• (1:20:30) Alcohol: The forgotten macronutrient and its effects

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Stay tuned for the next episode where we'll dive into micronutrients and the complexities of fat loss! 💪