In this episode, Ash sits down with Kyle Mamounis, PhD, to discuss the implications of low carbohydrate diets. They explore the body's ability to produce carbohydrates through gluconeogenesis, the potential consequences of low carb diets on metabolic health, and the roles of glucose, fats, and proteins in energy production.

Kyle Mamounis earned his PhD in nutritional science from Rutgers University in 2017 studying the effects of different types of fatty acids on obesity, glucose metabolism & hypothalamic inflammation _______________________________________________________________

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00:00 Intro

01:55 Consequences of Low Carb Dieting

04:46 Understanding Metabolism and Macronutrients

10:04 The Role of Glucose in the Body

14:57 Muscle Energy and Fuel Sources

19:47 Balancing Protein and Carbohydrates

25:02 Survival Mechanisms and Dietary Choices

30:14 Conclusion and Personal Reflections

40:00 Understanding Energy Substrates: Carbohydrates vs. Fats

48:12 The Role of Carbon Dioxide in Metabolism

55:53 Gluconeogenesis: The Cost of Relying on Protein

01:12:05 Stress Pathways and Metabolic Health

01:19:26 Exploring Gluconeogenesis and Ketosis

01:29:22 Metabolic Theories: Fast vs. Slow Metabolism

01:37:22 The Role of Ketones and Stress Pathways

01:51:28 Long-Term Effects of Ketosis on Blood Glucose

01:57:11 The Bigger Picture: Beyond Diets and Macros