In this episode of Clean Plates I have the ultimate experience interviewing Johnny Haddock.

Johnny is a fourth-year medical student and culinary medicine specialist dedicated to the intersection of nutrition and health.

With a personal journey that includes successful weight loss and the development of sustainable eating habits, Johnny is passionate about making nutrition accessible and enjoyable.

He emphasizes the critical role of protein in maintaining muscle mass and feeling full, and explores how proper nutrition can manage and potentially reverse type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes.

Johnny advocates for simple, sustainable habits like hydration, balanced protein intake, and intermittent fasting, while also delving into biohacking practices such as saunas and cold plunges.

Through his social media and upcoming cookbook, Johnny shares practical tips and macro-friendly recipes to help everyone make positive changes in their daily lives.

Takeaways

• Protein is an important macronutrient for maintaining muscle mass and feeling full.

• Type 2 diabetes can be managed through nutrition, specifically carbohydrate management.

• Fasting has numerous health benefits, including improved sleep, reduced inflammation, and better insulin sensitivity.

• Hydration, protein intake, and meal frequency are key factors in achieving and maintaining weight loss.

• Macro-friendly recipes can be affordable, accessible, and enjoyable. Nutrition is a simple and enjoyable way to maintain good health.

• Poor eating habits can have long-term negative effects on the body.

• Education and knowledge about nutrition are essential for making better food choices.

• Biohacking practices like saunas, cold plunges, and fasting may have potential health benefits.

• Consistency and moderation are key to achieving and maintaining good health.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:32 The Role of Protein in Weight Loss and Muscle Maintenance

07:51 Managing Type 2 Diabetes Through Nutrition

11:24 The Benefits of Fasting for Health

14:0 7Hydration, Protein, and Meal Frequency for Weight Loss

20:24 Affordable and Accessible Macro-Friendly Recipes

30:45 The Simplicity and Enjoyment of Nutrition

33:16 The Impact of Poor Eating Habits on Health

37:15 Educating and Guiding Patients towards Better Health

44:46 Creating a Cookbook and Promoting Nutrition Education

55:29 Exploring Biohacking and Optimizing Health

59:53 Consistency and Moderation for Long-Term Health

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