Fitness Confidential

Episode 2447 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss Big Game food and fake foods, the environment, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/02/big-game-food-fake-food-gina-grad-episode-2447 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Big Game Food and Fake Foods Vinnie contemplates the possibility of more NSNG hats. (2:00) He shares a recent conversation he had with neighbors of his. (3:00) They discuss a bit about the changes in the environment and how most of it is from industrialization, yet cows get blamed. (5:30) Fake meats are being pushed, but people aren't buying them. European countries are putting bans on 3D printed fake meats and frankenfood. (10:00) Then some yummy food talk happens. (12:00) The Super Bowl is coming up, and they share some ideas about both team strategies. (15:00) Gina and Bald Bryan (Bryan Bishop) have a Super Bowl tradition. Vinnie and Gina share some of their favorite game snacks. (23:00) Gina's air fryer onion rings are amazing and she's sharing her recipe here at (https://ginagrad.com/2021/03/grain-free-onion-rings/ Quick story from Gina about how the best scientists in the world work for labs that make frankenfood. (27:00) Leona makes a quick appearance on the show. (31:30) And just like that this (normally Wednesday) show gets posted so you can have some great ideas for the Super Bowl! Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Vinnie's rumble channel: https://rumble.com/c/VinnieTortorich Vinnie's X/Twitter channel: https://twitter.com/VinnieTortorich Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2446 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss the cost of five minutes of fame, "pinching an inch," electric stimulation of the muscles, and more. [libsyn_podcast id=29835178] PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Five Minutes of Fame Get ready for a few moments of country music trivia. (2:00) Vinnie shares his screen with Gina and plays a commercial for the "Special K pinch", from the 1980s. Only 40 years ago, being able to pinch an inch was considered "too fat." (13:00) They chat about other things that reflect a different standard than today. This isn't meant to shame—it's merely an observation of the difference in the decades. He reflects upon his recent conversation with Lori Fetrick (episode 2438) regarding "influencers" who have died. (16:00) Unfortunately, sometimes the cost of five minutes of fame is detrimental. Gina asks about a biotech gadget and "health-enhancing apparel" that apparently stimulates your muscles. (20:00) Vinnie answers about e-stimulation for muscles and discerns the B.S. from the truth. He then describes what happened on a recent international flight. (29:00) Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Vinnie's rumble channel: https://rumble.com/c/VinnieTortorich Vinnie's X/Twitter channel: https://twitter.com/VinnieTortorich Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2445 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino review NSNG® 101 with strength training, finding workarounds when excuses come up, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com//2024/02/nsng-101-strength-training-episode-2445 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast NSNG® 101: Strength Training After chatting about musician David Crosby, Vinnie and Anna answer where to find Anna's "Bachelor Chili" recipe on https://annavocino.com. Vinnie shares his cardio goal progress. (6:00) You gotta keep fitting in exercise; life is messy, but you gotta work around it. He challenges some of the most common excuses he hears about exercise. He recommends a TRX system and explains what it is. Anna lives in a small town and has found equipment on Facebook Marketplace. (15:00) There are ways around not having a gym membership. (18:30) The essential moves are push, pull, and leg; some basic equipment will get you there! You can do each movement to failure twice a week and can cause hypertrophy (muscle growth). (20:00) At the very least, you can slow down sarcopenia. Stay away from steroids. He goes over some of the exercises that are great for NSNG® 101 strength training—grab a pen! (22:45) Get ready for leg day. Never skip leg day! (31:30) He talks about what he does for abs—it's not as much as you think! (36:00) The key to great abs is to go to failure. (37:15) Slow way down, focus, and feel everything working. You can send any questions to Anna and Vinnie on X and they will address them in future episodes as well as the NSNG® VIP Community. (38:15) They chat a bit about the occasional pushback they get online. (40:00) Vinnie shares a story from the grocery store and buying steak. (45:30) They discuss Anna's upcoming Eat Happy Italian book. (47:00) You can preorder it from Vinnie's Book Club. Vinnie talks about a great gift he got a few years ago from a listener. (50:00) Listen next week to get advice on Cardio 101! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2444 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Anthony Chaffee and they discuss cholesterol, ketones, claims of caveat mTOR, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/02/caveat-mtor-dr-anthony-chaffee-episode-2444 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Ketones as Fuel NOTE: This episode is a load of information—grab a pen and paper, you may want to take notes! They open up chatting about the fitness of prominent low-carb doctors vs. vegan doctors. (2:00) Being lean and fit by eating right and staying active while growing older is important. (7:00) Your body only takes 4 grams of sugar at any one time; anything above that your body will treat as a toxin. (10:30) You need to eat the right things or your body will deteriorate. Every facet of your life will be improved by living healthfully. (13:00) Vinnie shares a recent X exchange about bananas. (15:00) The idea of "healthy carbs" is misguided. Anthony explains the biological functions happening with types of cholesterol. He shares an experiment with Oreos by Nick Norwitz. The misinformation is that your brain and body "prefer" sugars because they burn them first. Just because carbs get burned first does not mean they are the better fuel. Ketones are the optimal fuel for your body and brain. A frequent question Vinnie gets in his consultations is about statins. (23:30) Statins haven't even been proven to reduce the chance of heart disease or stroke. Anthony explains the history and rate of increase of heart disease; for example, the Inuit people. (34:00) Four grams of sugar in the blood looks like a level teaspoon. (43:30) The ketogenic diet and being fueled by ketones can reverse disease; his example is Pompe disease. They discuss how the body can produce its own sugar if necessary; however, ketones are a more efficient source. (48:30) Athletes on a ketogenic diet can fuel their bodies faster than athletes who depend on sugar and carbs. They chat about carb-loading and how it burdens your body. Vinnie challenges the idea of having to have a fuel belt doing marathons or loading kids up with muffins during soccer games. (1:02:00) Caveat mTOR They discuss mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin). (1:05:00) There is still a lot to be learned about mTOR. If you are eating something you are supposed to eat, then your biochemistry should work properly. The idea that we are getting damaged by eating food that humans have been eating for millennia (meat) is ridiculous. mTOR is a natural protein kinase that fluctuates in the body. You will never micromanage your biochemistry better than your biochemistry can. Anthony reads an amazing excerpt about how the introduction of agriculture has affected human health. (1:10:00) Alzheimer's dementia was observed in the early 1900s; however, no earlier medical literature has described that pathology. (1:12:00) Find him on the "Plant Free MD" podcast and @AnthonyChaffeeMD on social media platforms. Look for Vinnie's NSNG® VIP Community and sign up for the waitlist! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/vip to sign up! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2443 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss an early interest in health and fitness and share a little fireside chat, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/a-fireside-chat-episode-2443 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast A Fireside Chat Today's episode is a little on the lighter side…actually more like fire side. Vinnie introduces some country music to Gina and shares memories of growing up in a rural area. (2:00) Vinnie loved encyclopedias and was fascinated by the section about the human body. (10:00) Gina asks about some of his influences in health and fitness, like Jack LaLanne. (12:00) He shares how he was very resourceful and made his own equipment at home, at a very young age. He has plans with a friend to go down the Colorado River this summer. (20:00) It's a little more "glamping" than what he was anticipating at first, but he is looking forward to it. He has a story about a different camping trip with a bear. (25:30) Avoiding sugar can save your life in many ways, including from bears. (33:00) Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2442 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino review NSNG® 101 with the food list, give you some motivational reminders, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/nsng-101-list-episode-2442 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast MOTIVATIONAL REMINDERS They give a mini tribute to singer Melanie. (3:00) Eric Couch (@BamaBass on X) lost over 100 lbs., but his weight loss slowed down and Vinnie's gonna talk with him. (7:30) Anna reminds us that today is what is most important—stop dwelling on any mistakes you made earlier. (9:50) Do whatever it takes to keep you motivated. (10:00) Vinnie talks about the Rocky Balboa movie he watched recently; even Vinnie needs to be motivated sometimes. Anna talks about getting her sauces into a new store with the help of Kurt Lepird. (16:00) Starting NSNG-- start with the pantry and clear it out. (19:45) The best way is to dive in—it will be most effective. They give other suggestions regarding temptation and when you live with others who aren't NSNG. Anna shares what some of the challenges were when starting NSNG. (23:30) Out of sight, out of mind helps. THE FOOD LIST Anna reads a fantastic list of what she has in her pantry to get you started. (28:00) There are things like nuts that, although considered NSNG, can be overdone. Pay attention to your hunger cues and any rogue snacking. Vinnie always says you can not eat any food with impunity; his friend Don is an example. Anna continues the list of refrigerated items, like dairy. (39:00) If you're not a baby, you don't need dairy; however, dairy (like cheese) is considered NSNG. She gives a disclaimer about meat--buy what you can afford. (42:15) Anna's new NSNG Italian cookbook is coming out later this year, but you can preorder it! Go through Vinnie's Amazon link from his book club to find it at VINNIE'S BOOKCLUB The Super Bowl is coming up. Anna's got tons of recipes for game day! Vinnie explains the sugar in bacon. (53:30) Anna's list is not necessarily comprehensive here, so you can reach out to her on X to ask questions. (56:30) She continues with the veggie list and gives clarity on items like sweet potatoes and squash. They chat about fruit and using citrus to add acid for flavor—that is different from drinking a glass of juice. Don't forget—olives and avocados are fruits! There are freezer items: make room for meats and for saving bones for broth! (1:02:15) Do not use bones that someone has eaten off of as those will hold bacteria from saliva. Once you start making your broth, you'll never go back to boxed broth. Anna's recipes are so good—it makes her happy when people tell her that they didn't use to like cooking, but now they do! (1:05:00) Stay away from grain-free items such as cassava and tapioca flours and starches and they will mess with your goals. (1:06:00) PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2441 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Anthony Jay and they continue their discussion about plastics, hormone disruptors, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/hormone-disruption-dr-anthony-jay-episode-2441 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Hormone Disruptors Anthony's book, "Estrogeneration," is still selling strong. (2:00) Did you know that 79% of foods in supermarkets have BPA and 99% have phthalates—hormone-disrupting chemicals? (3:30) BPA doesn't necessarily mean contaminant-free; others are called BPS, BPF, and others. Vinnie recounts Mike Keen's story about kayaking around Greenland and gathering seal poo for research. (9:00) In one of the remotest places on earth, even plastic was found in seal poo. Pay attention to your products like sunscreens, soaps, and other hygiene items. (18:00) Dr. Anthony Jay reviews his professional experience. (24:00) They discuss various other products that can cause hormone dysregulation, particularly estrogens. Anthony discusses how ubiquitous various plastics are; they are in all kinds of paper products because they are used as coatings. We are seeing the chemicals affect the levels of testosterone and estrogen in young males. (33:30) The effects even show up as apathy in behavior. What does low testosterone mean? Vinnie asks Anthony his thoughts. (40:00) They discuss natural testosterone replacement. (45:00) Testosterone has a lot of functions in the body. Soy estrogens: there are conflicting opinions as to whether it is beneficial or not. It's a holistic approach to increasing testosterone: lifestyle, exercise, whole foods, avoiding plastics, etc. should be considered together. Estrogeneration can be purchased here. Dr. Jay's consulting company is https://ajconsultingcompany.com. Vinnie's NSNG® VIP Community is open again for a short time, so join while you have a chance! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/vip to sign up! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2440 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss inconsistent messaging from some doctors, the holidays, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/inconsistent-messaging-episode-2440 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast INCONSISTENT MESSAGING Gina asks Vinnie's opinion of Dr. Steven Gundry. (2:00) Vinnie's message has stayed the same throughout the time he's been podcasting. Other health and fitness personalities and doctors often change their messages to be contradictory. It's nothing personal against the person, but the message gets mixed. This leads to a chat about OnlyFans. (9:00) Vinnie just got back from England, and it wasn't a great trip because he finally got COVID. (11:00) They compare stories of their experience with the virus. He recounts part of his visit to see family, including pheasant hunting. Vinnie has gotten to experience a variety of experiences and has worked hard all his life to be able to do so. He shares a story about Cheryl Tiegs and this segues to the topic of transmutation. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2439 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino have guest Chris Shaffer on to discuss business and not playing the game of social media algorithms, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/not-playing-the-game-episode-2439 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Not Playing the Game Vinnie and Anna have Vinnie's right-hand man, Chris Shaffer, on to discuss business. (2:00) They also discuss news about the NSNG® VIP Community. Vinnie has been frustrated with his social media numbers being affected. Chris talks about the VIP Community and how rewarding it's been for him. The opportunity to sign up has been opened up again and will remain open until Jan 28, 2024. PLEASE DO NOT RACE TO DO THIS AND BREAK THE INTERNET, AGAIN He gives more details on how the VIP community is doing. Interested? Go to http://vinnietortorich.com/vip. The next open-door sign-up (after this one) will be announced at a different date. Anna will be demoing cooking in the VIP group soon, too. Vinnie is adding Rumble to his social media list to try to reach more people. He still spends time answering questions on X. They explain one of the issues Vinnie's Instagram has run into. Vinnie isn't going to play into the games being forced on him. They shout out to the Dobbins' family who are long-time NSNG folks. (46:00) Other NSNG® folks are mentioned as well. It's their success stories that keep Vinnie going and make him want to do more. The group shares some food inspiration for you. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2438 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Lori Fetrick and they discuss being an American Gladiator, documentaries, how Ice is on fire at age 60, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/ice-on-fire-episode-2438 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Ice On Fire Lori is a former gladiator from the "American Gladiator" show; she is now age 60 and still healthy, strong, and living life to the fullest. (2:00) Vinnie and Lori discuss the generation they are from and how it is a bit of an outlier. Gladiators taught Vinnie a lot. (9:30) "Muscles and Mayhem" documents Lori and her Gladiator co-stars. (15:30) She talks about the challenges of being a Gladiator and some of the contract issues. Lori now has a children's book coming out and she has to take caution around marketing it. She shares what she's done since being a Gladiator. (28:00) She's had to navigate her health journey due to injury and inflammation. She eats well to help fuel her body and reduce inflammation. They chat about animal protein. (32:00) This leads to a conversation about diet and health trends. Her basic rule for herself is to avoid packaged foods. They discuss LDL and cholesterol. (41:45) Vinnie lets Lori know about his documentaries as she has some questions about certain foods and the environment. (50:00) Lori grew up in a very healthy environment—her entire family had healthy habits. (58:00) They talk about all the things they enjoy about life now and how great they both feel at age 60. Being active and living life to the fullest is so important—this is your one life! Lori recaps some of the other American Gladiators and where they are now. (1:15:00) She discusses the ESPN and Netflix documentaries and why the gladiators first refused to agree to the ESPN one at first. (1:17:00) You can find https://lorifetrick.com and her podcast is "Chillin' With Ice." Vinnie's NSNG® VIP Community is open again, so join while you have a chance! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/vip to sign up! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2437 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad chat about social media, the numbers game, telling the truth, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/the-numbers-game-episode-2437 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast The Numbers Game Vinnie discusses changes in his Instagram "insights." (2:00) His social media accounts have become limited, and his Wikipedia entry has been removed entirely. His concern is in integrity and accuracy, and his following is being affected. (8:15) He explains what the "offense" was that his team discovered. (11:30) The Facebook group is even private, but Meta still threatens to close the group over phrases such as "bacon fat." They chat about comedy performances and the use of certain colloquialisms. (17:30) Gina understands that Vinnie is just trying to help people, and to have his social media blocked over ridiculous accusations is frustrating. (26:00) Vinnie will keep doing his best, telling the truth, and helping people stay motivated. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2436 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss how nothing works like food when it comes to healing from surgery and workouts, and more. https://vinnietoritorich.com/2024/01/nothing-works-like-food-episode-2436 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast NOTHING WORKS LIKE FOOD Don't skip Leg Day. (3:00) Vinnie shares some ideas on how to handle leg day, even when you're older. (4:00) He moves squats later in his routine. He gets a lot of questions from people about creatine and if it's safe to use it. (7:00) Yes, you can use it, but be aware that then your body will stop making as much of it on its own. Animal proteins are more effective and in the right form. Vinnie opened up membership to the VIP group again! (8:30) If you join on January 15, 2024, you will receive the $19.95 price, before the new rate increase to $24.95. (9:30) He gives more details on how the VIP community is doing. Interested? Go to http://vinnietortorich.com/vip. Anna had a hysterectomy; she shares her experience before and after surgery. (16:00) Always remember to advocate for yourself. She hopes that being open and honest about her health story will help other women. (20:00) Anna appreciates all the cards, letters, and kind messages of support she received. They give a shout-out to Vinnie's brother and NSNG-er Eddie Fackler who has recently gone through some unexpected surgeries; both are still kicking butt. They switch to the topic of resolutions waning so quickly after the New Year. (30:00) Keep re-committing! Avoid going off the rails--you have so many resources at your fingertips that you can use! Vinnie's "been a bachelor" lately; he explains why. (40:15) He's running out of options for what he cooks, so he asks Anna for cooking advice. They chat about recipes like fra diavolo and others that are making me hungry. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2435 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes back Dave Feldman to discuss Citizen Science and its LMHR study, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/citizen-science-with-dave-feldman-episode-2435 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Making Noise Dave explains a recent double-blind study and the recent data shared with him. (5:00) He defines an LMHR (Lean Mass Hyper Responder) as high LDL, high HDL, and low triglycerides. He explains his background to folks unfamiliar with him. (7:00) Dave is an engineer and noticed a pattern or system. He shares the study with LMHR was about and some of its challenges. Awareness of LMHR is growing, so it should be studied even further. Funding such studies is difficult; however, the low-carb community has stepped up. The study analyzes how much LDL independently induces a high rate of atherosclerosis (lesions on the artery walls). (23:00) The participants are part of a year-long study that will measure plaque volume and soft plaque progression. The majority of studies done are on people who already have various diseases. (32:00) Dave would like to see a larger percentage of studies done on healthy populations to find a common baseline of biomarkers. Dave shares some information about Dr. Matthew Budoff's presentation that may be more useful to view on YouTube. To view the slides go to Vinnie's YouTube channel for this episode to view the discussion. (36:00) It discusses the quantifying of atherosclerosis with CCTA. Dave goes through the slides and explains the findings. A total plaque sore is discussed. (48:45) LDL cholesterol does not correlate with the progression of plaque. The caveat: this is preliminary data and more information needs to be collected. (56:50) Both Dave and Vinnie hope that the funding they have received for projects will help people learn and be empowered. (1:01:00) You can help fund such studies through Citizen Science at https://citizensciencefoundation.org. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2434 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss resolutions, sitting is the new smoking, healthy food myths, toxins, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/sitting-is-the-new-smoking-episode-2434 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Sitting Is The New Smoking Gina ordered "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill, Vinnie's favorite book. (2:30) She loves reading a real book rather than audio. Vinnie suggests she takes notes because writing them will help you accomplish them. Vinnie has a myriad of things on his resolution list each year. (4:30) He doesn't count the steps he takes while he gives phone consults—his cardio goals are separate from that. He's also taking to heart the mantra of "sitting is the new smoking." Exercise that prevents injury is what Gina is taking seriously. (9:15) No sitting while watching TV is her new habit. She emphasizes breaking habits down into manageable steps is the best way to go. A recent headline from the Daily Mail reports how certain "foods" contain toxins; however, some of those toxins have entered our soils, too. She's always wondered if this is the underlying cause of some cancers. (16:30) Dr. Anthony Jay has been on the podcast and has a book regarding environmental toxins. Estrogeneration can be found here. Plastics are infusing even remote areas; Vinnie recalls Mike Keen, who has also been on the show. Mike kayaked around Greenland and collected seal poop, which when tested, was shown to contain plastics. "Dr. Midge" on TikTok reports on four foods that aren't really "healthy" and cause insulin resistance and Gina asks for Vinnie's take on that list. (23:30) Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2433 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss their holiday follow-up and being NSNG®, plans for upcoming episodes, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/holiday-follow-up-episode-2433 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Holiday Follow-Up After chatting about music and a shout-out to NSNG® lifestyler Robyn for a video she created for Vinnie and Anna, the duo discussed how they handled the holiday festivities. (7:00) They discuss certain breakfast foods like pancakes and syrup. (10:30) Vinnie talks about the abomination of maple-infused bacon. Anna's husband has been carb-free for 10 days and is progressing: he's not even talking about sweet foods. (16:30) Anna talks about her holidays and why he went carb-free. She recommends people avoid making different dinners for different people in the same household. (18:15) Anna is prepping for surgery and is sharing what she's been doing to prep. (20:00) Her menopause journey has been a challenge. Peri-menopause and menopause are no joke. It is difficult and not just something you can "think your way" out of. Vinnie shares what his holidays were like. (25:00) He got sick over the holidays along with some other issues. They are planning another NSNG® 101 episode for the newbies. (41:00) Anna will also share how to set up your pantry and food lists for success! The NSNG® VIP Community is taking off! (42:30) Great feedback about the community as well as the group consultations with Vinnie, twice a month. They discuss how and what it feels like to become fat-adapted. (48:00) And once you hit your goal—keep going! Don't revert to your old habits. Anna explains "Pucked Up" BBQ dust—it means a deal for you! (until Eat Happy Kitchen runs out) (54:00) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2432 - BEST OF: On this Friday's BEST OF show, Vinnie Tortorich speaks to Dr. Nadir Ali and they discuss low-carb events, lipotoxicity and cholesterol, dopamine and hijacking your brain, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/statins-and-cholesterol-dr-nadir-ali-episode-2432/ PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN STATINS AND CHOLESTEROL Vinnie welcomes Dr. Nadir Ali back as a guest and they start by chatting a bit about Dr. Ali's focus on educational events, quality cholesterol, and living a "non-prescription lifestyle." (2:35) They also discuss how several doctors' or writers' careers have been limited, or even stopped, when they have tried to educate with the truth. (5:45) Maryanne Demasi from Australia is an example; Vinnie explains who she is. Also, both Gary Fettke and Tim Noakes have been targeted previously. The limitations on certain freedoms and access to information are concerning. The conversation leads to the use of statins. (12:07) Vinnie relays info from a consult he had and why he advised the person to find a different doctor. Dr. Ali goes into detail about when things like statins and CAC scans can be useful, and when they are unnecessary. For a doctor to just give you a statin and tell you it's good for you is not great; there are instances where a statin helps, and when they do not. He also goes into detail about genetic factors like PCSK-9, and how it makes a difference in cholesterol levels. (20:30) Vinnie asks about the carnivore diet and whether it's a good idea for cholesterol. (23:00) There are plenty of good reasons to eat meat. There is potential for lipotoxicity in some people; Dr. Ali explains. (25:10) There needs to be an individualized approach; as a result, it may be better to transition in stages. HIJACKING YOUR BRAIN They switch to talking about how to get people to change their habits, as everyone always wants a "magic bullet". (31:00) Dr. Ali goes into how he and his colleagues have come up with tricks and hacks to help people improve their habits. (31:30) Dr. Ali goes into detail about the "dopamine spike effect." (32:10) He describes studies that show the anticipation of the reward is what spikes the dopamine, NOT the reward itself. He also talks about how food engineering has manipulated our brains to want to eat more, especially things like sugars. Vinnie and Dr. Ali discuss addiction, and willpower vs. changing your environment. (37:00) They discuss how to get someone who is less disciplined to be able to change habits. (47:10) Dr. Ali describes a study that shows how random rewards affect dopamine, anticipation, and behavior. (50:50) The same behavior modification is used in Vegas on slot machines. The food industry uses a similar effect to hijack your brain by modifying food to trigger addiction and purchasing patterns. This leads the conversation to today's tech, algorithms, and the challenge of addiction in that area. (54:00) Vinnie tells Dr. Ali about what he observed with a young man at the gym. Dr. Ali mentions how he has changed his environment to change his patterns. For all the benefits of tech, there is a detrimental side. (59:00) Dr. Ali can be found at alicardiology.com; on youtube at eatmostlyfats; and in his Low Carb Denver talk. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2431 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss wasting junk food, changing habits, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/wasting-junk-food-episode-2431 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Wasting Junk Food Vinnie often has to address people's guilt about "wasting" junk food. (3:00) He offers up a different way to look at getting rid of it. Either your health is a priority or it's not. He made a recent Instagram post about this very topic. They discuss things like "shelf-stable" puddings. (7:30) Vinnie shares he came to create Ultra Fat. They discuss some candies and frozen yogurt and sugar addiction. (15:00) Vinnie recommends a blind taste with frozen yogurt to see if there is much difference in the flavors. This leads to soft drink comparisons. Gina mentions how the same information coming from a different source is often received better. (23:00) A person in Gina's family is familiar with Vinnie and sees Gina's success. However, they didn't change their habits until they heard "only eat meat and veggies" from a weight loss center. This can be frustrating, but people only use correct information when they truly want to hear it. They have to want the change. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2430 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss enjoying the process of sticking to your goals, talk business issues, and do their traditional playing of "Same Auld Lang Syne," and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2024/01/enjoying-the-process-episode-2430 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Enjoying the Process Time is a construct. Your body doesn't know what day it is. (2:30) Vinnie reviews what some of his resolutions will be. (7:45) He plans to keep "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill on a loop throughout the year to help him through some things. His goal to do more than 365 hours of cardio is on his list again. With all the nonsense of people trying to do "hacks" (shortcuts) in their lives, the reality is the things worth doing take time. (10:45) If you can learn to enjoy the process, that's when you will succeed. Vinnie opens up about some recent business issues that will also be reflected in his 2024 resolutions. (15:00) Vinnie is working to correct issues that he discovered. Anna understands the importance of customer service; she responds to every email herself. His goal is to win back loyalty from customers who may have been disappointed. Anna shares what she is learning as she runs her business as well. The tradition of listening to "Same Auld Lang Syne" by Dan Fogelberg continues. (31:00) The song is similar to a Hallmark movie. Inspired by the song, they talk about heading to Peoria, Illinois. More storytelling and awkward hypothetical situations continue, but you can draw your own conclusions about the song. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2429 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes back Dr. Ryan Attar and they discuss making noise about diabetes, GLP-1s, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/making-noise-dr-ryan-attar-episode-2429 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Making Noise Dr. Ryan Attar became a Type 1 diabetic in his adult years. (2:30) Type 1 diabetes used to be called "childhood diabetes." You can become T1D at any age. Vinnie shares his friend Bethany McKenzie's story. (6:25) Her child is T1D, but she and her husband were able to find ways to help their child. When she shared what she was doing with her doctor, his response was disturbing. Ryan explains more about T1D and the program he uses based on the research of Dr. Richard Bernstein. (10:30) Vinnie wants to know why there is so much pushback from the ADA and the diabetic and medical communities. (16:45) Ryan is making noise on X by challenging Dr. Bob Gabbay and the ADA. He discusses the "standard of care" document the ADA releases each year and his problems with it. The popularity of GLP-1 medications is (and isn't) astounding. Yes, a person can lose weight on those medications, but they damage your gut, muscles, and bones. The ADA accepts donations from Big Parma. It seems most people just expect to be on a slew of medications by the time they reach age 50. They discuss the problems they have with prominent vegan doctors. (40:00) You can find Dr. Rayan Attar at https://drattar.com [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2428- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss eggs, just another fad, coffee, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/just-another-fad-episode-2428 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Just Another Fad Vinnie shares some facts about Canada. (3:00) Gina mentions another trending diet—the 10-day Egg Diet. (5:15) Vinnie's take: He doesn't like fads. He recounts an appearance on the Adam & Dr. Drew podcast and discusses the bioavailability of certain foods. Eggs are a perfect food, but he wouldn't recommend it all day, every day. You'd just be teaching yourself another fad, which is a diet mentality. We all teach ourselves either positive or negative reinforcement. (9:30) Gina realizes that she has been eating a lot of beef recently; she hasn't eaten it for decades. (11:30) They chat about the Thanksgiving aftermath of leftovers. In his early days in Los Angeles, Vinnie was given boxes upon boxes of See's candies during the holidays. (18:00) Vinnie shares a little hack to curb his sugar cravings. (22:00) He loves espresso. He explains some differences in types of roasts (for coffee). Head on over to Pure Coffee Club for some great roasts. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP to join the waitlist! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2427 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino enjoy Christmas Day and the spirit of giving with music, a merry countdown and entertaining analysis of "The 12 days of Christmas," and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/the-spirit-of-giving-episode-2427 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast The Spirit of Giving Sit back and enjoy the cheer on Christmas Day as Vinnie and Anna have fun analyzing "The 12 Days of Christmas." The song celebrates the spirit of giving, but the duo also realizes that everything seems like a generous gift, but they raise some concerns. Vinnie, Anna, and our team all wish you a happy, blessed, and Merry-filled Christmas and a very Happy Holiday, from us to you. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2426 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes back Dr. Ben Bocchicchio and they discuss getting more bang for your buck while exercising, zone 2, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/bang-for-your-buck-dr-ben-bocchicchio-episode-2426 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Bang For Your Buck Vinnie and Bo launch straight into exercise physiology and strength training. (2:30) Muscles don't count reps, they respond to load and tension. (5:30) Ben is talking about average people, not bodybuilders; his process gives a bigger bang for your buck. Ben talks about how to tell if the load you're working with is enough. (16:00) The Colorado Experiment by Arthur Jones shows that it doesn't need to take that long to build muscle. (22:00) Your muscles send multiple signals to various parts of your body for better functioning. (28:00) Weight training is the best for that. Other exercises help, but Ben explains the different benefits. It would be best if you ate healthily too, to get optimal results. Sarcopenia is a challenge, but it can be beat. (40:00) You can always improve upon the function of the muscles. Muscle strength improves immunity and longevity. They talk about VO2 Max and Zone 2 training. (48:45) Vinnie explains the hows and whys of his workout. Don't think about what you can't do, focus on what you can do. (53:00) Dr. Ben Bocchicchio or (Dr. Ben Bo) can be found on X at @benbo. His website is https://drbenbo.com. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2425 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss sugar, sweets, remapping your brain, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/remapping-your-brain-episode-2425 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Remapping Your Brain Gina remembers "frosting shots" at Sprinkles cupcake shops. (2:30) The huge amounts of frosting and sweetness were an assault on the senses. The gimmicks never end: Gina has seen vending machines for cupcakes. (6:45) Vinnie remembers taking Tallulah to frozen yogurt when she was a kid, but he limited how many toppings. (8:00) They recall when Vinnie was trying junk food on the air. (9:00) There were two of the items Vinnie tried that stuck in his head about how awful they were. So many people have been brainwashed into thinking junk food is good! (14:55) Remapping your brain is possible! (16:00) When you cleanse your brain and palette, whole foods taste even better! Vinnie has a lot of experience helping people to remove things like soda from their lives. (18:45) It only leads to better health. People make the mistake of telling themselves they can't give up things like sodas or sweets. Those who were resistant initially can't believe how much better they feel without it. That's why it is said so often that sugar is a drug—because it is addicting. The unsexy truth is to eat right, get rid of junky food, and exercise. (25:00) Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2424 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat with surprise guest Leona (aka, "Lois") and Vinnie starts serving up tough love, chatting about resolutions, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/serving-up-tough-love-episode-2424 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Serving Up Tough Love The conversation starts with music, playing musical instruments, and somehow that spurs a call to "Lois" (Leona). (5:00) For new listeners, Anna explains who Leona is. This leads to talking about acting and holiday plans for Vinnie. Anna shares some fun facts about her family as well. (13:00) Vinnie explains why he is so excited about the NSNG® VIP Community. (17:00) He then asks Leona if she has hit all her fitness goals this year. (22:00) She sheepishly answers, and you can hear the dread in her stomach form into a concrete brick. Vinnie serves up some tough love and gives a suggestion or two on fitting in workouts. Vinnie shares what one of his resolutions for 2024 will be. (30:23) His favorite book is "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill. Anna adds things she likes to do to prep for the new year. They agree it's good to stay consistent and not rest on your laurels. Always stay hungry for your goals. (30:20) Listen for the next Instagram "Stay Motivated" post that Vinnie does on air. (35:15) Vinnie gives some other suggestions on getting some good sleep. (38:00) Anna chats about her recent trip to Chicago and some NSNGers who came to see her. (42:00) Eat Happy Kitchen now has e-gift cards available! They never expire so go send a few to friends and family! They come in $25, $50, and $100! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2423 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with dietician Michelle Hurn who shares her new children's book that will teach your kid to be smart like a fox about food, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/smart-like-a-fox-with-Michelle-Hurn-episode-2423 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Smart Like A Fox Michelle began her health journey starting at a very young age. (3:00) She suffered from anorexia, but in treatment learned food could heal her, so she decided to become a dietician. She explains some of the things that always made her question some of what she was learning. Her experience in her profession led her to write "The Dietician's Dilemma," which explains her full history. Vinnie and Michelle discuss failure and getting back up. (17:00) She shares how she got into sports and started feeling even better. Eating disorders are brutal on the body and mind, but there is hope, and Michelle is proof. She is also an Ultramarathon runner. Michelle wrote a book for kids to help educate them about food. (30:00) Learning nutrition is so empowering! She was driven to write the book after she heard the FDA announce that two medications for children with T2D were now available. It's a cute story with fox characters; she shares some pages of her book "The Fox Family Food Fight." The book uses a cute story to teach nutrition and avoiding processed foods. A Different Story You Hear They discuss the evolution of low carb and how it is now supposedly "killing the planet."(44:00) Michelle makes an interesting point about how health care and Big Pharma are an even bigger culprit in emissions in the U.S. Vinnie addresses similar environmental concerns in his documentary, "Beyond Impossible." You can find Michelle's books on Amazon: The Fox Family Food Fight and The Dietician's Dilemma She has also started a charity called The Protein Project, to reduce food insecurity. (49:00) She explains how the project aims to find healthy items like grass-fed beef and get it to food banks in underserved communities. You can find the link to it in her Instagram bio. Michelle Hurn is on Instagram @runeatmeatrepeat and X @MichelleHurnRD. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP for more information. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2422 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad discuss a trickle-down effect, avoiding a bonk, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/trickle-down-effect-episode-2422 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast A Trickle-Down Effect After chatting about music and Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, Vinnie and Gina chat about "learned helplessness". (2:00) Vinnie recalls when he first noticed advertising using negative messaging as men being dumb. (9:30) Both hosts share stories about changing flat tires. Gina tells Vinnie about what she has heard about ketchup and frosting. (15:00) Vinnie explains sugar trickling during ultras and mountain climbing. (17:30) He also addresses ketchup for this; the ingredients have a lot of sugar so it doesn't surprise him that it would be used this way. But he is NOT advocating having these items all the time—he suggests getting fat-adapted. (18:30) He doesn't recommend bars or goos or any of that; he has used just Life Saver candies. There are only certain situations where he considered sugar trickling and he's very specific. But it doesn't change the fact that frosting and ketchup made with sugar are not healthy. You should be able to do your workouts fat-adapted. (23:30) Don't forget about Vinnie's new subscription community. You can find out more by going to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily and a new website, https://myextraseries.com. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2421 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat with Chris Shaffer, and tell the behind "Can't make it, sorry," the three things Vinnie agrees with vegans about, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/cant-make-it-sorry-episode-2421 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Can't Make It, Sorry They bring on a special guest Chris Shaffer, who works with Vinnie (4:30). Chris was brought on because the other guest they were going to have backed out at the last minute. Not surprisingly, Dr. Michael Greger was a last-minute no-show. The group gives some backstory on prepping for this episode. Greger is now advocating protein restriction in his latest book. (18:00) They discuss protein requirements and lean body mass. Vinnie is fine with vegetarianism as it typically includes some animal proteins like eggs and cheese. A question seen a lot is whether oatmeal is healthier than eggs. (26:00) They discuss how Greger's go-to phrase is always a generic term of "the literature" to try to block arguments. (30:00) Nina Teicholz has taken all "the literature" Greger references and has turned it on its head. (31:00) They go back to discuss the role of mTOR in the body, egg consumption, epidemiological studies, correlation, and more. (32:30) There are faulty points Greger makes. Greger is also against olive oil. (42:30) There are three big things that they agree with Greger on. (46:00) They chat about another vegan doctor who not only refused to be in Vinnie's documentaries but berated Vinnie's assistant. (51:30) The whole point of what Vinnie, Anna, and Chris do is to spread the message of good health. The VIP Accountability Group The VIP group will be open for sign-up until midnight Dec 11th, 2023, Pacific time. Use this link for more details regarding Vinnie's accountability group at https://vinnietortorich.com/vip! Submit your email! Even if you don't get in this round, you will be sent an email when the next opportunity to join will be. Chris explains some of the throttling that's been happening to Vinnie's social media accounts. (1:02:00) They share some ideas of what to do with Anna's Eat Happy Kitchen Sauces. (1:06:00) PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2420 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with journalist Andrea Bertaglio who shares a recent controversy where truth is stranger than fiction, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/stranger-than-fiction-andrea-bertaglio-episode-2420 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Truth Is Stranger Than Fiction Andrea is experiencing a similar thing that happened to Dr Tim Noakes. (3:00) His book "In Defence of Meat" has caused some attention, a lot of it negative. (7:00) He is being accused of trying to diminish animal welfare, but that is not what he is doing at all. He just writes science-based articles about the importance of meat in nutrition and the importance of livestock. He also writes about animal welfare and that it is in the best interest of both the farmers and the animals to have reasonable parameters in place. He tells a story that is an example of how certain rules affect farmers' ability to produce. (18:00) Vinnie wonders what a journalist is anymore. (22:30) Now there is "identity news"; Andrea weighs in. Andrea feels like he is transparent in his efforts and in informing the public. (27:00) Andrea explains how he got caught up in a current controversy. (30:00) Truth is stranger than fiction. He was invited to do a podcast interview but it was used for an article where he was misrepresented. He was attacked on LinkedIn and explains how a different article claimed to have reached out to him "in depth" when in actuality it was a "copy and paste" situation. (34:00) So there's a big lack of integrity behind the claims against him. Deep Pocket Interests Andrea explains some of the differences in how topics are addressed in different parts of Europe vs. in the U.S. (35:15) Vinnie discusses how corporations have their hands in so many of the U.S. organizations like the ADA and the AHA. (40:00) There are deep pockets involved in so many of these interests. Vinnie shares an Instagram post that received a lot of comments accusing him of fear-mongering. (42:30) Andrea is not interested in falling into conspiracy theory; however, there is a definite drive from certain ideologies to replace animal agriculture with manufactured products. (48:00) Vinnie gives a rundown on how the argument by vegans and other activists keeps changing. (52:00) Organizations in Europe are trying to claim that livestock animals are emitting more gases than transport vehicles. (54:00) They chat about other ideas that spark controversy. (49:00) Denmark is forcing farms to close to fall under climate numbers. In Ireland, there is a movement to kill over 200,000 head of cattle. Then there is the movement to get schools to reduce serving animal proteins. You can find Andrea on X @AndreaBertaglio. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP for more information. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2419 - On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about playing the long game in life, discuss an article about the effects of fructose, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/playing-the-long-game-episode-2419 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Playing the Long Game Today's episode starts with some football and baseball talk about various teams and historical players. (2:00) Wally Pipp's name is brought up and Gina and Vinnie discuss why you should "never pull a Wally." This lesson applies to much more than just sports! Vinnie shares how he handled having clients and modeling in his early career. He also tried out open mic nights in comedy shows. Gina and Vinnie talk about "playing the long game" in your life by not taking the quick and easy route all the time. You may miss out on a great opportunity. Gina reads an article about a study from the University of Colorado in the NY Post regarding the effects of fructose on the body. (28:15) It looks as if fructose slows down ATP, which the body uses for energy. Vinnie discusses ATP and what it does in the body. Don't forget about Vinnie's new subscription community. You can find out more by going to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2418 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino chat with Vinnie's mother Marie, and share some taste explosions including Anna's egg nog recipe, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/a-taste-explosion-episode-2418 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast A Taste Explosion Recent consult with NSNG® fan Seria Hogg who was seriously injured in a collision but continues to participate in long-distance cycling. (3:30) Anna is demonstrating her decadent egg nog recipe. (7:00) Vinnie shares a recipe for a frittata which was a taste explosion. They call Marie, Vinnie's mother, and chat with her for a few minutes. (11:00) Truth is stranger than fiction; she shares a story about Vinnie when he was 16 years old. (17:00) Marie continues to do well on NSNG and is looking and feeling younger. But she recently developed a serious garlic allergy—and she's been eating garlic all her life. (26:00) They chat a bit about their Thanksgiving gathering. They say goodbye to Marie, and Anna starts her homemade egg nog demo. (38:10) You can find the recipe on Anna's Eat Happy Kitchen Substack here, it's also a taste explosion and perfectly festive. She also shares some great information about what Eat Happy Kitchen is offering for the holidays. (44:20) She has some recommendations on what to ask for gifting purposes. Eat Happy Kitchen now has the option to purchase gift cards! (45:00) Vinnie shares a quick recap of the VIP group details, which you will want to check out. (46:30) Use this link for more details regarding Vinnie's accountability group at https://vinnietortorich.com/vip! Anna continues her steak demo and will make you wish you were having dinner at her house. (51:00) Luckily, since it's a demo, you'll learn how to do it at home. There are some extra holiday pointers in the Villa Cappelli ad, so make sure you listen. (52:00) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2417 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Mimi Morgan about her amazing recovery from RA and Parkinson's, pushing just ten more steps, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/12/just-ten-more-steps-mimi-morgan-episode-2417 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Just Ten More Steps Mimi gives the back story of her health. (3:00) Things started to go wrong with her health around age 62, including RA (rheumatoid arthritis) and Parkinson's. Doctors told her that there was nothing she could do and that she could only take the drugs to mask the symptoms. They also told her diet didn't matter much other than to limit her fat and protein, based on her medication. Her symptoms got worse, and many other complications happened. Hospitals are businesses, and they will only do so much. (17:00) Mimi had a family that advocated for her and insisted on treatment. Mimi continues with more details of her health journey. (19:00) Still struggling with all her illnesses and disabilities, she had to consider going to a home. But she started moving her body: she kept telling herself, "Just ten more steps." (20:00) She finally met a doctor who recommended a high-fat, low-carb diet; as a result, she started to feel better. (26:00) She noticed that eating over 70-80% fat reduced her neuro-related symptoms. Vinnie suggest listening to Dr. Mary Newport, whose husband's Alzheimer's improved on coconut oil. She was on thirteen medications that she slowly started eliminating. (33:00) Do not do this without consulting with your doctor first. She has reversed all symptoms of Parkinson's, and her diagnosis has been removed. (36:00) Vinnie shares a story of a friend who has lupus, who has reversed her symptoms and participates in Ironman marathons. Way Beyond Ten Steps He asked about her activity levels and how she got into exercise. (44:00) She works around any injuries she's had over the years, but she is super strong now! They discuss dogsledding, the Iditarod, and kayaking. (50:00) You CAN be in shape in your older years—it's possible, so get out in nature and be active. (57:00) You can find Mimi on X @mimikmorgan. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP for more information. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2416- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about comments on X, Vinnie's newly-opened VIP Group, the Trojan Horse of labels, and more. [libsyn_podcast id=28828263] PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast The Trojan Horse of Labels Gina asks why "Jesus Christ Superstar" is the intro song. (2:45) Vinnie explains his use of the phrase "Jesus H Christ" on X (Twitter). He doesn't use it to offend or degrade anyone's religion. Vinnie believes in making the world better—and that's what he tries to live by. He had a religious upbringing, however, it was a negative experience; as a result, he doesn't follow any religion. Vinnie's VIP Accountability group opens up on Nov 29th—keep an eye on his social media to learn more. (16:00) He'll be adding more value and content as the group goes along. He'll be launching a special during December for Pure Coffee Club. (20:15) He never tells people they are required to buy his products to have success on NSNG®. He appreciates that people are willing to support his products. Gina loves how supportive Vinnie is—he never shames or judges. (21:00) Processed foods are starting to go through FDA review and are being considered for warning labels on the packaging. (23:30) Vinnie wonders if it's a Trojan horse, like the Nutrition Panels on labels. Nutrition panels on labels can be manipulated; that's why you should ignore them and only go by the ingredients list. They chat about what calories really are, and why they don't matter much overall. Gina just discovered Dr. Cate Shanahan, who has been on the podcast several times. (30:00) Don't forget about Vinnie's new subscription community. You can find out more by going to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2415 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss pain relief and avoiding the "candy man," CBD options, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/avoiding-the-candy-man-episode-2415 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast AVOIDING THE CANDY MAN After chatting about work and camera filters, Anna mentions some of her latest menopausal challenges. (5:00) She advises that women stick to NSNG because, without it, menopause symptoms would be worse. They chat about "pain management" and how it's not ideal–and even dangerous–long term. (6:00) Vinnie talks about some of what he does to manage neck pain. He prefers to avoid the doctors who act like "the candy man." NSAIDs are a silent killer; they slowly mess up your liver and your stomach. (13:45) Anna has some thoughts about NSAIDS (specifically Advil), too, and her experience with it. (15:00) Her recent colonoscopy showed long-term damage. Vinnie mentions how he knows Advil isn't meant to be used frequently. (20:00) He shares his personal experience with CBD (no THC). (23:30) He takes a full-spectrum CBD that has minimal THC. Be careful, however, as according to some sources he's read, continuous use could show up in drug testing. For him, it works similarly to Advil, but without the side effects. Anna shares a question about gut health or "leaky gut". (39:30) There is a real connection between the gut and the brain. Vinnie was viewing the final cut of his next documentary. (42:00) This leads to a discussion about other docs and shows and how they can be edited down. Anna is fascinated with shows about cults. (48:15) Anna is the voice-over actor for the show, "Killer Couples". Vinnie goes over more details regarding his new VIP Beta-Group. (52:30) The plan is to build more tools for the community to use. The Pure Coffee Club website is up and running smoothly again. (59:00) They chat a bit about merchandise for each of their businesses. (1:02:00) Don't forget to sign up for more information regarding Vinnie's accountability group at https://vinnietortorich.com/vip! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2414 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Nina Teicholz about the price of propaganda at Harvard, in the food industry, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/price-propoganda-with-nina-teicholz-episode-2414 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast The Price of Propaganda Harvard is consistently putting out incorrect studies led by Walter Willet. (2:00) Nina has done an extensive deep dive on why this is happening. The big question is, why are Harvard and Walter Willet so anti-meat? She gives a great example of why correlation is not causation. (3:45) She elaborates on her deep dive into Walter Willet. (7:15) He keeps trying to assert that the science is settled on the topic of red meat to avoid debate. (14:30) Vinnie asks Nina a pointed question—What's in it for Willet? (16:45) There are a lot of parallels between him and Ancel Keys. Nina gives more details about the research she has done for her book. (19:30) There are many conflicts of interest regarding funding; there is a price for propaganda. She has written about this topic several times and revealed such conflicts. Actual clinical trials do not support Willet's claims. He always makes hypotheses but never completes clinical trials. There are so many data points that he ignores. Follow the Money There are plenty of fake food companies that are expanding their business interests. (31:00) They are the ones creating the narrative that meat is bad for the planet so they can claim they are saving the planet. Coincidentally, the claim of cow burps affecting the climate didn't arise until after the low-carb movement became popular. (34:45) The Barilla pasta company came up with a $40 million campaign to get meat off the plate, so you could replace it with pasta. (44:50) Ruminants are essential for soil sustainability and health, so why the attack on cows? (38:30) They chat a bit more about recent funding behind Harvard; it includes a donation of $350 million. (40:00) Even the Harvard Crimson, the student newspaper, called out the $350 million donation as disingenuous. (43:00) Nina ends on a positive note that there are plenty of people who conduct N=1 experiments who find their health improving when going low-carb and eating meat. (46:15) You can find Nina's article at her Substack here: https://substack.com/@unsettledscience You can find her book Big Fat Surprise here. She can also be found on X/Twitter @bigfatsurprise. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP for more information. PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2413- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about the so-called Portfolio Diet, how there is no hacking your body, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/no-hacking-your-body-episode-2413 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast There Is No hacking Your Body Gina mentions a new diet, called the "Portfolio Diet". (1:30) Vinnie mentions recent experts on the show who addressed the "study" by Harvard stating red meat causes T2 diabetes. (5:00) Gina says it's not just Harvard spouting this. (7:00) At a family member's recent doctor visit, the doctor repeated the same misinformation. Everything old is new again--the wrong information gets repackaged into a "new" trend. Gina asks who is behind the movement to move away from eating real food. (11:00) Vinnie says people are getting lulled into the false message. (13:30) They chat a bit about Olympic sports which you win by moving backward. (15:30) Gina's next question is regarding HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training). (19:00) This question has to do with walking up stairs. Vinnie makes some general "steps" recommendations. Humans were not meant to be sedentary! Your body is a move-it-or-lose-it proposition! Vinnie always figures out a way to fit in some form of exercise. Vinnie emphasizes there is no "hacking" your body. (24:30) Gina asks Vinnie to talk about her two favorite quotes from Vinnie. (26:00) Don't forget about Vinnie's new subscription community. You can find out more by going to https://vinnietortorich.com/VIP. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2412 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino have a plethora of information to go through and answer questions for you in rapid-fire fashion, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/a-plethora-of-information-episode-2412 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast A Plethora of Information On today's episode, Vinnie and Anna are doing a rapid-fire Q&A. (4:15) They review the details of Vinnie's VIP group. (5:00) Vinnie wants to make sure you hear the upcoming interview with Mimi Morgan (@MimiKMorgan on X/Twitter). (6:00) She has a phenomenal story of transforming her health by changing her nutrition. They get back to the VIP group details. (8:00) They mention several success stories of NSNG. This new format will allow Vinnie to be a little more hands-on in helping members. Get Ready for Great Info What are Vinnie's thoughts on weighted vests? (18:15). Vinnie has suggestions for use, but you also have to be careful when using one. He also explains plyometrics. Can Pilates act as a strength-training day? (23:45) How much fat is too much fat when starting NSNG and needing to lose weight? (25:00) This is tough to answer because it's so individual, but he has general guidelines. How much protein is needed to gain muscle? (28:05) Vinnie clarifies and addresses the myth of the "30-minute window". Taking in extra protein is not how you gain muscle. Your body is going to use what it needs to fuel, so extra will not necessarily do more. Flooding your cells thinking your body is going to absorb more doesn't work, despite what the bro-science guys will tell you. What are Vinnie's thoughts on pills to increase testosterone? (33:30) Vinnie shares his viewpoints, and Anna has a recommendation for women. How can you get enough protein when meat is expensive? (38:00) He suggests varieties of protein, which is best, and where you are being misled. You can also just find cheaper cuts of meat. How many "sets to failure" for weight-lifting are necessary? (44:30) Vinnie suggests the best ways to do this. There is a question about bloodwork, protein, and BUN levels, but it's a medical question, so ask your doctor (48:30) Specific exercises for visceral fat? (49:00) You can't spot reduce fat, even through exercise. Exercise on its own is not a great way to lose weight. Vinnie plays a recent Instagram post that summarizes what to eat. (53:00). Don't forget to get a plethora of information regarding Vinnie's accountability group at vinnietortorich.com/vip! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2411 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss the upcoming holidays, share ideas for your Thanksgiving roundup, answer listener questions, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/your-thanksgiving-roundup-episode-2411 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Your Thanksgiving Roundup After a chat about some personal comments they received recently, Vinnie clarified some more details about his subscription beta group. (2:00) Sign up to get more information regarding Vinnie's accountability group at vinnietortorich.com/vip! Anna describes the difference between different almond flours. (18:00) A listener asks about the sugar in bacon. (20:30) Vinnie recommends going to a real butcher if you can. Vinnie asks Anna about "turducken." (24:30) They talk about each of their Thanksgiving plans and what is different. (25:00) Vinnie will be having a traditional Cajun holiday meal for the first time in ages. Anna has a Thanksgiving roundup PDF available on her website. (30:00) They talk about why people want to overeat at Thanksgiving. (34:30) Vinnie talks about tryptophan and turkey. (35:30) Animal proteins get blamed for what the carbs do. Anna talks about her paleo pumpkin pie. (39:30) As a result, Vinnie has a throwback moment to the Sarah Lee jingle. Vinnie chats about the recent Scott King video and how it made him tear up. (46:50) To Vinnie, Scott and others on a similar path are the real influencers because of sharing their journeys. Anna thanked everyone for coming out to see her in the stores while she was in Texas. (48:00) They finish off with Arlo Guthrie's Alice's Restaurant. (51:30) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2410- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about the Diana Nyad movie, persistence, how this ain't no dress rehearsal, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/this-aint-no-dress-rehearsal-episode-2410 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast This Ain't No Dress Rehearsal There's a little Bob Seger trivia talk in the beginning, and segues to talking about numbers. There's a biopic of Diana Nyad, and Vinnie is very excited about it as he's been a fan of hers for a long time. (2:30) She was in her 60s when she made multiple attempts to swim from Cuba to Florida. She accomplished her goal at age 63—swimming 103 miles! (12:15) Vinnie talks about the concept of "FQ," a Failure Quotient. (15:00) It's important to build yourself up and learn from your mistakes. (17:30) Vinnie shares some of his experiences while going through football recruiting for college. He was intrigued by the students he met at Tulane; as a result, he used that as a stepping stone to learn more about the world. They continue to discuss the Diana Nyad movie. (29:00) Gina encourages people to learn more about lesser-known athletes like Diana Nyad. (32:00) Vinnie wants to emphasize that age doesn't need to hinder your goals! (33:00) Life is not a dress rehearsal--be persistent about your goals no matter what your age is! They discuss challenges that happen during extreme athletic events, like hallucinations. (35:00) Gina and Vinnie discuss "energy work" on the body and mindset. (39:00) Don't forget about Vinnie's new subscription community. You can find out more by going to vinnietortorich.com/VIP. Gina has a new Instagram @myextrafamily. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2409 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss Anna's trip to Texas, sticking to your goals, answering some questions, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/sticking-to-your-goals-episode-2409 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Some Q & A Anna has been traveling to Texas for her latest Eat Happy Kitchen promotional demos. (2:00) Vinnie brings up stressors, such as the pandemic, and how it can cause people to derail. (3:30) They describe what a "whoosh" in weight loss is and how it happens. (12:30) Don't expect a whoosh to be your normal pace of losing weight. Anna asks a question from a listener: What do you do when you hit a lull in your progress? (18:00) Just stay the course! A lull doesn't mean it's not working, it means your body is healing. A second question is: how do you know when you are fat-adapted? (20:00) They give some examples of how your body should feel. Vinnie walked away with some important takeaways from Food Expo West last year. (26:00) There is still a worldwide misconception that fat is bad and frankenfood is fine. They chat a bit about California and Texas. (34:00) Anna was very excited to meet some of the NSNGers in Texas who came to see her. This leads to a chat about Vinnie's affiliate programs and Scott King and how you can become an affiliate for his products. Sticking to Your Goals There is no doubt you need to have goals. (44:00) Part of the process is that "life things" get in the way—but that's the opportunity to learn, adjust, and keep moving forward. Vinnie shares one of his aerobics goals and how he hits it. You have to plan and take action; everything takes time! Don't forget to get more information regarding Vinnie's accountability group at vinnietortorich.com/vip! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2408 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Zoe Harcombe and they discuss diabetes and meat, poor research, a need for a bottom-up revolution, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/a-bottom-up-revolution-with-dr-zoe-harcombe-episode-2408 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast A Bottom-up Revolution Dr. Zoe Harcombe has been on the episode before, and Vinnie recalls a quote she had discussed. (2:00) People who had gone through bariatric surgery and who had lost weight would rather have almost any other affliction rather than be morbidly obese again. Vinnie asks Zoe about the claim that meat causes T2 diabetes. (9:00) The idea that meat, which humans have been eating for millennia is causing a modern-day disease (T2D) is absurd. (11:00) Harvard School of Public Health is consistently putting out misinformation based on survey studies. They chat about why they are so inaccurate. Vinnie talks about how some of his consults go. (20:00) He shares with Zoe how he came to make "Beyond Impossible". (26:45) It was inspired by a deep dive into "reimagined" frankenfood products. He reached out to prominent vegan doctors to get their input, but he was refused by them. Dr. Harcombe reveals that she used to be vegetarian and understands why people do it. (31:00) She mentions the book by Lierre Keith, "The Vegetarian Myth". Vinnie asks her about her experience being vegetarian and vegan. (33:30) She realized that the health problems she was having were prompted by a lack of animal products in her diet. What Is the Endgame? Vinnie asks what is the endgame for doctors like Walter Willet and others. (48:45) Zoe discusses the importance of ruminants and topsoil in the food supply. If we continue on the path of veganism, we will destroy the planet's ability to grow crops naturally. Vinnie asks Zoe what is next in her research. (55:20) She clarifies the recent research claim that red meat causes diabetes. People like Walter Willet most likely send such studies for peer review to those who are most likely to agree with him. (1:01:00) She's written to Walter Willet personally and he refused to answer her questions. Vinnie asks if he and others' attempts to spread reliable health knowledge are futile. (1:06:00) Dr. Harcombe says there needs to be a bottom-up revolution of getting knowledge out. He also worries about how meat is being made more expensive and some people have to resort to cheap foods like pasta and rice to feed their families. (1:10:00) They both give suggestions regarding affordable meat options. Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to vinnietororich.com/VIP for more information. You can find Dr. Zoe Harcombe at zoeharcombe.com and books in Vinnie's Book Club. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2407- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about weight loss drugs and how the risks outweigh the benefits, Vinnie's upcoming subscription plan, accountability and community, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/risks-outweigh-benefits-episode-2407 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast The Risks Outweigh the Benefits Gina and Vinnie chat about Gina's progress. (2:00) Gina has thoughts on GLP-1 drugs and the idea of "the easy way out." (4:00) You are taking a chance by taking those drugs—and not a good one. They read a few of the side effects that make GLP-1s a big risk. The risks outweigh the benefits. Some of the symptoms are worse than what you hear about smoking. (10:00) Gina knows two people on GLP-1, and each is having a different experience. (13:20) Vinnie shares a headline about Nestlé making a "companion candy" to go with Ozempic. (14:30) They chat a bit about denim, fashion, quality, and self-respect. (14:45) They get back to the article and Gina reads about Nestlé and the "companion candy." (22:30) Why would people think that anything Nestlé makes would be "nutrient-dense"? Vinnie clarifies that carbs are not "muscle-sparing." Just eat more real protein! They switch to discussing Vinnie's upcoming subscription community. (27:30) Vinnie shares how he progressed to offering a group consult on Zoom. He then describes how the monthly subscription model community check-in will work. Some of it is still in the planning stages, but for more info go to vinnietortorich.com/VIP. Vinnie plans to start this *before* January to try to help you through at least part of the holiday season. Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2406 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss Vinnie's big announcement, answer a couple of health questions, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/vinnies-big-announcement-episode-2406 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's Big Announcement Vinnie is bubbling over with excitement! (2:30) Vinnie is adding a subscription service that allows for group check-ins and consultations—he gives a few more details for the Beta group. It will be a great opportunity for extra accountability, affordability, and other perks. There's a special landing page on his website that will allow you to receive more information via email. (15:00) NOTE: the landing page will not be the official sign-up for the service—it is merely to receive more details. Go to vinnietortorich.com/vip. Vinnie plans to put out more announcements and information throughout his social media platforms. Anna loves the idea of a buildable community. (16:00) The subscription cost should be affordable for almost anyone. (21:30) Anna suggests showing the progress of community members, too, if they choose. (22:50) Sugar addiction is a real thing that people, including Vinnie, struggle with. They chat a bit about exercise during cooler months, including indoor cycling. (26:15) Anna brings up peri-menopause/menopause and some things her doctor mentions. (31:00) Anna can't imagine not being NSNG during this time of life. (32:00) Her doctor recommended liposomal vitamin C for better skin healing, so she's taking Pure Vitamin Club. Anna has a question about "frozen shoulder," which can be a mysterious yet common issue during peri/menopause. (41:00) Don't forget to get more information regarding Vinnie's accountability group at vinnietortorich.com/vip! [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2405 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Ben Bikman and they discuss weight loss drugs, creating a metabolic storm, if calories count, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/creating-metabolic-storm-with-dr-ben-bikman-episode-2405 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Creating A Metabolic Storm Vinnie asks Dr. Ben Bikman about GLP-1, which are drugs used for weight loss, like Ozempic, Wegovy, etc. (4:00) Dr. Bikman confirms that there are negative consequences that should be considered and that jumping on these drugs should be delayed. (6:30) He's not opposed, but he says the metabolism cannot be tricked. The result of very high doses is the slow down of the intestines—food does not leave the stomach. (8:55) These drugs can create a metabolic storm, especially in high doses. He goes into clear detail and shares examples of fat and insulin resistance. (12:00) But then getting back off the medication creates a "metabolic storm". Vinnie brings up weight loss and muscle loss when on those drugs. (15:30) Dr. Bikman elaborates on muscle loss. Trying to regain muscle is difficult, especially if you're older. It's not just a matter of muscle—you must also keep bones strong. (21:45) They discuss resistance training and repetition—it's most effective to go to failure. (26:15) Don't worry about the calories, worry about insulin. Focus on nourishing your body with proteins and fat—you do not need insulin spikes to grow muscle. (28:00) Dr. Bikman makes a general recommendation for success in health and weight loss. Are Calories a Thing? They discuss the quality of calories, not just the quantity. (31:00) Dr. Bikman elaborates on the two theories of obesity: the endocrine theory and the caloric theory. Calories are a measure used in physics and don't translate directly to biochemical science. (33:00) The moment you spike insulin, you slow your metabolism and return to hunger earlier. (40:00) Why is it that when protein raises insulin, it's not a problem? (44:15) Ben discusses the hormone glucagon and some recent research that is being done. The results of this research are still pending, but Dr. Bikman has some suggestions. Vinnie asks about the "dawn effect." (48:00) Ben describes the phenomenon and how it affects various issues like T1 and T2 diabetics. He recommends that breakfast be a low-carb version. (52:00) Vinnie has questions about sugar and fat cells, long-chain triglycerides, and if the amount of insulin matters. (53:00) Ben describes how fat cells grow and the role of insulin in that process. Dr. Bikman says most people could not get to 600 lbs; he explains why, and what differences can occur in genetics. He describes the various ways that fat cells react, and how a person can develop things like fatty liver disease, fatty pancreatic disease, and more. They agree that all of it can be changed through lifestyle and nutrition. (1:02:00) Ben says low-calorie, low-fat is not the answer—your first step should be a low-insulin step. Once you reach a certain goal, you can try intermittent fasting, but then plan properly. Vinnie adds that it is important to stay out of a "diet mentality." Vinnie shares an update to his website that you'll want to check out: a VIP section! Go to vinnietororich.com/VIP for more information. You can find Dr. Ben Bikman on social media @BenBikmanPhD. You can find his excellent book "Why We Get Sick" here, and also at insuliniq.com. PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2404- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about the importance of colonoscopies, enema trends, and more. [libsyn_podcast id=28478591] PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Importance of Colonoscopies Gina talks about her colorectal consultation. (2:00) Vinnie shares a similar exam for the prostate. Vinnie has a lot to say about getting a colonoscopy. (6:30) One of Vinnie's heroes is Vince Lombardi, who died of colon cancer. He has a family member going through colon cancer right now; it was discovered by accident. (13:30) Vinnie advises not to wait around to get checked! Vinnie laments how people put things off because they're afraid of what is a simple procedure. (19:00) They talk about coffee enemas. (20:15) They also chat a bit about other celebrity fitness personalities. (25:00) Gina asks more questions about coffee enemas and how athletes would use them. (27:00) Vinnie has always been against colonics, too, and explains why. (29:00) They can wipe out the microbiome, and our bodies weren't meant to be cleaned out like that. He recommends taking electrolytes to offset feeling light-headed when prepping for a colonoscopy. Don't delay by filling your schedule with excuses—make sure you get your colon checked! (33:00) Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2403 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss weight training, the importance of signaling your muscles to grow, and more. https:/vinnietortorich.com/2023/10/signaling-your-muscles-episode-2403 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Signaling Your Muscles They start the show by chatting about the movie "Four Weddings and a Funeral," getting acquainted with his sister-in-law, and unrequited love. (2:00) Vinnie brings up a consultation he had with a client named Paul regarding strength training. (10:00) The client has seen weight loss and has reduced joint pain in his knees. He also had questions about weightlifting and slowing down sarcopenia. Vinnie shares the routine so others can learn from it. Compound movements are good. Paul feels he is struggling to get anywhere; Vinnie says he wasn't doing anything wrong, but he wasn't doing enough. (12:00) Vinnie deep dives into the routine. You need to be signaling your muscles properly. He recommends you need a push day, pull day, and a leg day 2x a week for each function. (15:00) Vinnie says what he does to keep going. (24:00) You need a certain amount of work, proper nutrition, and enough rest to gain muscle. More is not necessarily better; doing the lifting correctly is better! Anna's Turn Anna's getting on more store shelves and makes several announcements about her sauces and spices. (37:00) Anna wants to get clean products on the shelves. She talks about some upcoming Texas appearances—you Texas folks need to represent if you can!! (39:00) Vinnie is super proud of Anna's progress. Vinnie mentions the recent group consults he's been having. (46:30) Vinnie floats an idea to Anna and asks for her and the listeners' input. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2402- On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Jen Unwin about food addiction, CGMs and how once you know, you can't unknow, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/10/you-cant-unknow-with-dr-jen-unwin-episode-2402 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast You Can't Unknow Vinnie and Dr. Unwin jump into a discussion about food, addictions, and how certain behaviors can lead to disease. (2:30) Vinnie, however, has a problem blaming folks for getting addicted to foods, because food is necessary for survival, unlike, drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes. Optimally, we should continuously stay away from foods that harm us. (9:00) Dr. Unwin appreciates some of her earlier struggles because now she is more aware of what it takes to keep a healthy body and brain. (10:00) They discuss "bonk" and how Vinnie learned about fueling with ketones. She discusses brain health, ketones, and what happens in the brain with sugars. (15:00) What seems to have been functional in early human evolution has gone awry because of our modern diets. (22:30) They discuss food-like items that mess with body chemistry and how they affect hunger signals. (29:00) The body really doesn't require more than 1-2 teaspoons of sugar to function, and your body can make that on its own from your liver. (34:00) They talk about CGMs and what a beneficial tool it is. (38:00) Once you see what certain foods do to your body you can't unknow! Faulty Research and Faux Information Vinnie shares the recently published article claiming that meat causes diabetes. (40:00) They discuss how it's a flawed study that doesn't even make sense physiologically. Diabetes is caused by carbs, and meat has no carbs. Low-fat and vegan diets are misleading when it comes to health. (50:00) Dr. Unwin is advocating for food addiction to be recognized as a medical problem. (53:00) She hopes for health regulations based on the labeling and advertising of processed foods. Next year she will be part of a food addiction conference where notable doctors and experts will be speaking. You can follow her on X/Twitter @jen_unwin or Dr Jen Unwin-Fork in the Road to receive updates on the conference. Vinnie mentions the challenge of the correct health information getting out there because of funding from high-finance sources. (55:00) He's excited about important conferences like Dr. Unwin mentions because they fight misinformation. Dr Unwin gives a little more info on the conference: May 17, 2024 in Central London at the Royal College of General Practitioners. Follow her on X for more updates and for ticket information when it becomes available. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2401- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about never giving up hope, being close to perfect, changing your paradigm, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/10/close-to-perfect-episode-2401 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast CLOSE TO PERFECT Vinnie recently watched "Varsity Blues" which leads him to a football discussion. (2:30) He shares a story about Thursday night football, a group text, and a friend named Donald Ray Thomas. (5:00) Gina switches to her NSNG progress report. (13:00) Her curves are getting more defined, but even better, she feels amazing! Vinnie has noticed that she and her husband are helping each other. (17:00) They are imperfect, close to perfect, but they do keep each other on track. Gina has noticed a change in her appetite because her body is self-regulating. (19:00) She notices that she feels free from a diet or "lack" mentality. Vinnie and Gina chat about snacking in front of the television. (21:00) Gina brings up eating mindfully. Habits are habits—do you want them to be positive or negative? Vinnie gives some tough love. You're the only one that can change the paradigm! (29:00) They chat about how tracking slips away and mistakes add up. (32:30) He shares a consult that he had recently where things were sneaking into the person's eating. Liquids count! They discuss calories and how "a calorie is not a calorie." (39:00) Your liver is a meritocracy! Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2400 - On this Monday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss handling the holidays, share recipe ideas, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/handling-the-holidays-episode-2400 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH ALL THE PODCAST EPISODES ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Handling the Holidays After sharing several favorite ideas for tacos and chili, Anna asks about Vinnie's first Group Consult. (12:00) It went greater than he even anticipated! Sign up for Vinnie's newsletter through his website, and you'll get notified of the next one sooner. Stay tuned, as soon as Anna's next book is available for pre-order, you will see it all over social media and through her newsletter. (17:00) Vinnie and Anna share ideas on handling the holidays and staying NSNG®. (17:45) Anna runs through some of the things you can do for Thanksgiving. You can find her Holiday Recipe Roundup here. Vinnie shares what he and Serena do for Thanksgiving and Christmas. (25:45) They do it their way instead of all the carb-heavy items that everyone else typically wants. Vinnie plays a clip about mac and cheese and Thanksgiving. (33:00) Anna suggests trying new or adjusted recipes a couple of times before serving them to others if people are going to be picky about traditional items. Anna makes her dessert items with as little sugar as possible and still have great flavor. (41:11) She explains why she doesn't use sweeteners. They discuss ways of handling temptations during the holidays. Decide what you will or won't allow for yourself and stick to it. (44:00) Don't have a push-pull with yourself and then beat yourself up. They chat briefly about a couple of dating shows. (49:00) Vinnie chats a bit about making a documentary and how he can get them out quickly compared to others. (54:50) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2399- On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Teresa Strasser talk about having the hope for health during cancer and other challenges, how mindset matters, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/10/the-hope-for-health-with-teresa-strasser-episode-2399 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast The Hope for Health Vinnie and Teresa open the show by chatting about what friend Gina Grad is doing to lose 18 lbs. (1:30) They discuss YouTube and how it is limiting creators who advocate for meat. (4:00) Vinnie brings up Teresa's recent book called "Making It Home". (9:30) They discuss how well it's doing and what it's about. Baseball is a great metaphor for life! They also chat about certain sports superstitions. Some people focus on keeping a "streak"; Cal Ripken Jr. is one of the most prominent sportsmen ever to do so. (20:00) Teresa talks about her dad and how she feels he treated his lymphoma through exercise. (28:00) They discuss Teresa's brother, Bryan Bishop's glioblastoma, and how Bryan has been progressing. They talk about how important having hope for health is. They discuss how mindset can help with so many things; Vinnie talks about "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill. (37:30) They apply the concepts to people who are obese and their challenges. (40:00) They discuss mindset success stories with athlete examples, like Tom Brady and Michael Jordan. Three Articles to Review Teresa pulls out an article about how genes may be determining vegetarianism. (53:00) Vinnie disputes part of it. This leads to a discussion of Blue Zones, and Sardinia. They talk about real food vs. processed foods, and some other cultural aspects which help with leading a longer, healthier life. (58:00) Teresa brings out a second article that talks about soda and testosterone levels. (1:01:00) Vinnie challenges, "Who funded the study?" Vinnie mentions his group consults and how he hopes they help people at a lower cost. (1:05:00) They talk about how Vinnie learned to ski. (1:11:00) Vinnie just gets things in his head and gets things done! He's also great at diving in and taking risks. Teresa shares a Little League story along the same lines. (1:17:00) Teresa shares a third story about a notorious person currently serving a 20-year sentence. People in jail can get certain food requests honored, but this particular person was complaining. (1:20:00) She talks about a modified fasting approach but is starting to incorporate salmon into her eating. (1:22:00) Vinnie reminds Teresa that eating high fat can help weight loss. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

Episode 2398- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about eating on a budget, the "Skittles ban" in California, what's good for the goose, and more. [libsyn_podcast id=28347695] PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Ways of Helping More People After a quick chat regarding Vinnie being a regular name in Gina's household, they start with recipe ideas at home. (1:30) You can eat great food and within a budget! Vinnie and Serena rarely go out to dinner because they get better food at home! (7:15) Gina loves to repurpose leftovers. (11:00) There is so much you can do that your kids will enjoy, too. Gina reads an article about California's recent "Skittles Ban". (13:00) The list of banned additives is red dye No. 3, bromated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, and propylparaben. She lists the health issues that these items have been linked to, including cancers, brain health, ADHD, and more. Vinnie adds the concern about titanium dioxide and magnesium stearate. (15:00) They chat about kids, school lunches, etc., and the changes that need to be made. He reminds her of the reasons behind the banning of foie gras in California years ago. If it's good enough for geese, why not kids; "what's good for the goose...". Gina brings up how schools have contacts with Big Food and vendors. Vinnie's Instagram he recently posted about spending time "doom scrolling." (24:00) It really puts things into perspective about how we spend our time and lives. Don't waste your life waiting for your life to start! (insert mic drop here) Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube. [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!