
Dr Layne Norton, PhD in nutritional sciences, pro natural bodybuilder, and world champion powerlifter, has built his reputation by cutting through fitness industry noise with hard science, and he's not afraid to fact-check claims made on podcasts with millions of listeners.
You'll hear the specific protein distribution research that made him switch from eight meals daily to four, why 1.6 grams per kilogram covers 99% of muscle-building benefits but he still eats 2.5, and his framework for determining whether protein source matters based on total daily intake.
00:00 Introduction
01:20 The plague of misinformation
04:28 How he investigates bogus claims and social media science
08:25 Misrepresented studies and how misinformation spreads
13:33 Why belief bias often overpowers scientific truth
17:17 Changing views on BCAAs and LDL cholesterol
24:28 Mendelian randomisation and lifelong LDL exposure
29:19 Safety of creatine, even for kids and cognitive health
33:27 Protein targets based on goals, not made-up rules
36:57 Do protein sources matter once you're eating enough?
42:25 Whole food vs whey vs bars in muscle building
45:54 Carbs, fats, and why ratios don’t really matter
52:31 Why personal preference might be your biggest edge
54:33 Anabolic windows and how much protein actually counts
59:48 Ideal meal frequency and protein distribution
01:07:34 Layne's Mount Rushmore of supplements and dosages
01:12:11 Sleep anxiety and the real stress-performance link
01:20:58 Current training goals and how he structures sessions
01:26:50 When and how to deload based on fatigue
01:31:59 Thoughts on peptides and being cautious with trends
DISCLAIMER
Nothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.
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