Back with episode 19. Here is the bloodwork that we discussed during the podcast. Here is the link to the abstract of the A1C paper that Robb has mentioned several times.
Download a transcript of Episode 19
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Robb Wolf is a former research biochemist and 2X New York Times/Wall Street Journal Best-selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat. Along with Diana Rodgers, he co-authored the book, Sacred Cow, which explains why well-raised meat is good for us and good for the planet. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top-ranked iTunes podcast, books, and seminars. He also co-founded the 1st and 4th CrossFit affiliate gyms in the world, The Healthy Rebellion community platform, and is the co-founder of DrinkLMNT Electrolytes.
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Fun stuff as usual guys!
Wow, 19 shows. Good work guys, keep them coming. They’re great.
Hey Robb and Andy,
I have had hyperlipidemia for years. Started quasi Plaeo diet along with CF in August and had bloodwork in October. Total Cholesterol was 270, 55 HDL, triglycerides 214, LDL was something like 161. Versus previous, all readings were higher except triglycerides. I’ve since gone much more strictly Paleo and probably lost another 10-15 pounds of fat (while gaining some muscle .
MY QUESTION FOR YOU IS: with regard to cholesterol numbers (not to mention overall health), do you notice a difference between the results achieved by those deriving a very high percentage of their protein and fat from pastured/free range meat, eggs, butter and wild game as opposed to those who, while on a “Paleo” diet, are still eating a lot of commercially raised meat and eggs?
I have to admit, I’m a little freaked by the amount of fat and red meat I’m consuming— but easily 80-90% of the protein/fat I ingest is now from wild game and pastured or free range sources, coconut milk and nuts.
Thanks
John-
Not really your question, but that level of triglycerides indicates WAY too many carbs. I’d honestly be more focussed on that than fat from any type of animal source.
Great show as usual fellas! I’d like to hear more on the topic of adrenal fatigue. I’m having trouble discerning if I suffer from plain ol’ fatigue or it’s scarier cousin the adrenal type. I fear I may be inflicted but in denial. Any help on this topic when you can get to it (i.e. – finishing the book) would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
P.S.- I think Robb should wear Fred Flintstone attire when he does book signings this fall….classic!
Robb,
Just wondering if you have ever experimented with whole milk PWO, and if this seemed to be less problematic for you then just drinking it any other time throughout the day. Would the GLUT-4/increased insulin sensitivity minimize the insulin response at all from the milk?I realize a big issue here is the effects of casein on insulin and not just the sugar. But would the PWO window not help with this at all??
Also, regarding the milk+insulin=acne issue. Do these people tend to have shitty insulin sensitivity in the first place, or is it just the milk itself? If one maximized insulin sensitivity through lifestyle (low-carb, smart training, tons of sleep) is it possible for the milk/acne issue to subside?
I feel like I am sensitive to just about everything but oxygen. Nuts/seeds, grains & dairy have all been tossed. The dairy thing just kind of bums me out because I’m trying to lift some heavy shit and put some weight on, and obviously a bit of milk would help. Tried some goats yogurt recently and about 2 hours later my gut killed, and then a few days after I had eczema for the first time in maybe a year (since i’ve gone gluten/dairy free). If either whole goats or regular milk doesn’t work I guess I’ll just try to consume some more coconut milk! I’d much rather have clear skin, good Insulin sensitivity and be mistaken for a runner then drinking milk and feeling/looking like hell. I guess this is where the performance/longevity deal you guys were discussing comes into play. I definitely feel like the bubble boy with all these food sensitivities!
Ben-
Whole milk is what I used for my mass gain. It works but I’m still dealing with the aftermath due to high cortisol and hypercaloric feedings. The acne is due only in part to insulin…dairy turns on a ton of different growth factors, EGF (epithelial growth factor) being the buggar in acne.
I think I’ve resigned myself to being lean, reasonably strong and just seriously focus on my digestion. If I do a mass gain gain I’ll go to Mexico for 6 months and come back 60lbs heavier!
You guys need to set up a facebook fan page for the podcast.
Thank you Robb and Andy for this and every one of your podcasts. Awesome info on the LDL size, A1C and CRP bloodwork Robb. Good luck on meeting your deadline, I look forward to pre-ordering your book.
Thanks for answering my question on the podcast. I am working with a gynaecologist about the amenorrhea… my blood work should be back so I will find out the next time I see her. I have been working on this for a while and nothing seems to be helping. I am including coconut oil and other healthy oils in my diet, I take 1500mg of atlantic kelp a day (500mg) per meal for the iodine for the thyroid. I have increased fat intake but so far no such luck. The last time I met with the doc she said that after she got the hormone profile from my blood work she would know better but I think my next option is birth control, which I do not really want to do because of some of the negative health effects it could cause. Do you recommend that I be patient and keep trying to have menstruation return naturally or that I go on the birth control. I was told by trying the birth control, we would be able to tell if my body was still capable of menstruation. I’m a little worried about fertility. Thanks.
SB-
You could give your current regimen soemthing like 3 more months, see if you get any headway. If not, give the HRT a shot. Keep us updated.
thanks so much for all the great information!
Great show as usual, guys — I’m lovin’ it! Andy, would you mind throwing up a link to the “Lights Out” blog. Much Google adventuring didn’t turn anything up.
Thanks!
Keith-
No blog for Lights Out that I know of. Just the book.
Thanks so much for all the info you keep putting out there! You change lives every day and you don’t even know about it half the time! Every time I recieve an email from someone who has drastically changed their health and life because of the stuff I’ve tried to tell them (all stuff that I have learned from you), I want to forward it on. However, I know you get a zillion emails every day, so just wanted to stop by and post a comment to let you know that you are changing lives every day and say THANK YOU! You should sleep really well knowing you go to bed having made the world better! Keep it up!
A quick question before I go…Recently lots of folks around me have been jumping on the Kombucha bandwagon. I can’t find any studies to really support the health benefits they are claiming. What’s your opinion?
Tristy-
Thanks for the support and kind words!
Kombucha…seems pretty cool, has some interesting properties. Give it a shot.
Insulin
http://bja.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/full/85/1/69
Sage-
Nice find!
I swear, if you screen Rad on a jumbo-tron, I will drive up from Anaheim just to be there! Great great info on the blood work guys! Thank you so much for helping me be aware of my own health and learning how to be a critical thinker when it comes to my diet, activity levels, and listening to what my Dr is recommending. Which is, by the way, and based on my last blood work panel, that I go to a “Low Cholesterol Lifestyle” class, eat a low fat / low cholesterol diet, and increase my activity levels to jogging for 15-20 minutes per day!
Thanks again!
Nick-
The gym has been very successful thus far. A public screening of Rad might kill us off@
I’m responding back from the Episode 18 podcast that you did and featured my email in section 8. Thought I’d post it here so it didnt get lost as I’m alittle (alot) bit late on getting into the Epi 18 comments.
Looks like I should have been more detailed from the beginning, but I honestly didnt think my e-mail would lead to a podcast topic. My 21-day challenge was infact a lowcarb “Paleo” approach to eating. I was very strict with it. Even cut out dairy. Kind of a big deal being from Wisconsin and all. After it was over I went on a bit of a carb (bread) laden vodka and soda bender to celebrate how well I did. Great idea. I’m very much guessing that this caused my gout symptoms to some on and be as bad as they were.
Also dont know if this is anyhow related to anything but would assume that it is, I have been diagnosed with and being “treated” for GERD for the last 10-12 years of my life with much success with Nexium. I could eat what I wanted to with it but cant eat anything when I dont take it. The only thing that I found I can handle without the Nexium is water. Also have a long history of seasonal and dog allergies that I am currently getting allergy shots for. Again without taking daily antihistamines I get sick due to the exposure to the allergens. Basically I’m a mess and the big pharmas dream.
Long story short I’m trying to get off of all of these meds and trying to lead a “normal” life. Anyhelp, again would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for the help with the previous answer, I’m back to eating Paleo with limited dairy (its hard not to have some ice cream with the pregnant wife). Thanks again.
Robb,
When you are out “pimping your book” please come and “whore” in Vancouver!
Great podcast again guys, thanks. I just would like to hear the results of Andy’s attempt on Hawaii WOD 5 from the sectionals. The top Hawaii athleats crushed it at the end of a long weekend, what was Andy’s take away thoughts?
Aloha
Hey Robb and Andy,
Thanks for including my question in the podcast – my apologies for the length of the question and for the subject matter, it seems I was majoring in the minor details there but I appreciate you taking the time to address the question. The show was going great until I put you guys to sleep!
Thanks again for the podcast. Great news on the book – I will pre-order my copy as soon as it becomes available!
Ryan
Robb and Andy,
I’m one of the original listeners and have enjoyed the podcasts a great deal.
IMHO, this is one of your better episodes. Lots of useful, meaningful info re blood values, insulin and aging etc. Robb, you seemed more focused. Must be at the perfect dose dependent level of caffeine!
Looking forward to the book and, and of course more of your pod efforts.
Keep up the good work.
Emory
Rob,
I remember reading I believe from Eades’ book that ones HDL level can be lowered and triglycerides raised from eating too many carbs. Do you think maybe that triglycerides might be high and HDL low because of too much carb intake? Maybe if carb intake was lower that both would change in positive directions? Just wondering what you think.
Rob
Rob-
It is certainly the triglyceride problem, might be the HDL problem too.
i am confused zone says i need 16 blocks or 16oz of protien, In your podcast you say that we need to take in 1gram per pound of body weight right, so if my calculations are right which im not saying they are,the zone has me eating 446 grams of protien or way more than i need please help im really confused now. i weigh 244 but want to lean out to 205, also where can i find the cortisol protocol you speak about on the pod cast. And if you screen RAD i might have to come out from Dallas, TX loved that movie.
Kevin-
Give the FAQ a read and see if that clears up the Zone stuff. 446 seems a bit high!
Yeah I knew there was ALOT more going on with milk than just the insulin issue. I’ve read all of Cordain’s work on the matter, he kicks ass, just nice to hear some clinical experience.
Yeah I realize i’ll never be HUGE! Good digestion is just a must for me too. Feel way better. Performance is solid (bwt: 175lbs-C&J 245#, Snatch 180#, “Helen” in 7:36, “Angie” 17:45 etc) just need to get a bit stronger.
Thanks Robb, look forward to hopefully seeing you here in Victoria soon!
Interesting item to note…
I’ve had what I thought was a casein sensitivity for a long time now. I gave up dairy after the nutrition cert w/mat and bobbi and my sinus issues cleared up. Then christmas came, I ate bowl or two of ice cream and I snored that night… Haven’t snored since giving up the dairy.
It didn’t stop there, I start hitting the whey protein again and bam! sinus headaches. Subtle but they were there, about an hour to an hour and a half after the whey.
So again I swore of all dairy and keep a bottle of egg protein around in case I need a quick shake some reason (I’m not lean yet so this is used UBER sparingly, like once a month).
I was driving past a Fair Way, (like a whole foods) while listening to the podcast (I guess I’m listener 13 or 14?) and remembered Andy talking about not having the same side effects from the Irish butter he found. So I stopped in, Fair Way was grass fed milk (holy expensive), and I got a 1/2 gallon, got home and downed 16oz of it.
No apparent sinus issues.
Just did the same again this week (About a week later)…
No apparent sinus issues.
Very interesting but weird stuff.
Robb, you’re thinking of Mike M. from Dartmouth. Crazy smart and a badass athlete as well. Look forward to hearing you both discuss this stuff.
And honestly, how could Rad be detrimental to NorCal S&C? They dance… with bikes! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTyKhLPf62U
Hey Robb –
Cant wait for your book!
On the blood work topic, I’m going to my Dr. on April 6th and want to have him pull any and all pertinent tests for hormones specifically, as well as anything that might explain inflammation/water retention issues I’m having. I wanted to see if you could point me to a specific blog where you might’ve listed this – I didn’t have any luck searching.
I have 90% of the hypothyroid symptoms, so especially want to make sure he’s pulling all the thyroid stuff you recommend.
Is an estrogen test effective? Not sure if heating food in plastic containers in microwave 4X a day over 2 yrs ago would still have me at high estrogen levels, but I have the bio-sign storage sites that point to that too…
what about DHEA?
And I’ll ask him to do the LDL particle size, A1C and C-reactive protein too.
thx! Kari
Robb,
Thanks for the response. I’ve since cut way back on the carbs, and the fat loss has come with it. Keep up the good work.
Robb silly quest but what is your take on sugarless gum is 1-2 peices a day wreaking havoc on the body, cuz of all the crap thats in the gum
JD-
Not a problem IMO.
what is the cost of the nutrition seminar in seattle?
C-
$195
Robb and Andy,
Love the blog and the podcasts keep it up!
My question is:
I’m trying help my mom clean up her diet. The catch is she had her gallbladder out last year and because of this she does not handle fats very well. I believe her doctors have recommended a low fat diet, but what would be the best way to go about this within a paleo context?
Robb,
I am sorry that my questions have put your last living, breathing listener into a vegetative state.
I guess that is better than a gluten-induced “food coma.”
I’ve resigned myself to the reality that I will never be able to safely eat eggs–which immune reaction is involved is really neither here nor there, but I just love to hear you pseudoscience types talk!
Hey guys, great show. I’ve been following your website for well over a year and learned a tremendous amount of information from you. Thanks for all you do.
I’ve practiced all types of training from powerlifting, to body building to crossfit. I’ve realized that all have their advantages but I enjoy bodybuilding the most, finding that my body responds much better to high intensity body building techniques of the late mike mentzer. My question for you is how can I naturally increase my testosterone? My goal is to add quality muscle while eliminating body fat. I don’t compete but I know the key to growth is testosterone and turning 30 scares me because of the drop of testosterone that occurs. I’m only 29 but see a difference in where I store my body fat like my pectoral region and lower abdominals. I try to control my cortisol levels as best as I can. But I’m concerned with the pectoral fat storage. I know this forum is based on crossfit and strength training but we all have a common goal of gaining lean muscle. Maybe this testosterone issue can be tackled on a show of yours.
By the way I eat paleo plus diary. My supplements are glutamine, arginine, zma and vitamin D. This is my first comment on your site, sorry it’s so long winded. Thank you again for all the help you have given me.
@SB
Quick comment regarding hormone replacement: I’ve had hypothalamic amennorhea for about 6 years and have been through a slew of regimens, including HRT. I currently see a very well regarded endocrinologist who specializes in this stuff and she’s not super into HRT, nor am I. First of all, it further suppresses your body’s normal hormonal cycle and beyond that, it doesn’t really seem to offer any real benefits in terms of bone density.
I found it made me quite lethargic and depressed, and caused weight gain.
I am obviously still in the midst of managing this, but from what I understand, training levels and caloric intake (including plenty of fat and protein) are the biggest factors.
Good luck!
You guys mentioned the chalk board series from CrossFit. Are they fucking with us? Because that kind of drunken tom foolery would be a lot easier to swallow if I knew they were fucking with us. I know Coach may not be the highest of moral pedlars, but I never took him to be a moron. These videos must be fucking with us. Damn I’m afraid to take a side. OK they are fucking with us , and you are still smarter. Fuck you you drunken fucks. Non cultist can still see through the BullShit. Robb Wolf is a S&C master. Even if he learned a couple things from The Hungover Coach.
Clay-
I honestly have no idea. It’s wacky.
Word on the street is hat I orchestrated the whole Black Box fiasco as a “Marketing Ploy” to gain “Market Share”. Yeesh.
Hey Robb,
I’ll start thinking about someway to make this white board idea work. In payback, you’ll have to sign my copy of your book, “To the Cru Jones of CrossFit” (“Rad” reference).
As too “Primal Body, Primal Mind by Nora Gedgaudas” your recommendations for protein differ greatly from hers. In fact she recommends about 55-65grams total per day. Her book is great, but perhaps not geared towards someone going for maximum athletic performance.
Greg-
thanks…looking forward to reading that.
Rob,
A few of my clients have complained after eating paleo for about a month their hair and nails seem brittle and not as strong. I had the same experience and it went away after I started taking natural calm. Could this be magnesium related or just a coincedence.
Love the podcasts. It would be good to put a picture of you and Andy on your blog. After meeting you guys at your 1st Paleo solutions seminar in chico it was nice to put a face to the voices, especially Andy.
Robb –
What would you recommend for safely gaining weight? An extra 6 to 10 eggs per day? A few extra hamburger patties?
Hi Robb
Do labs that offer blood spot test kits through the mail such as ZRT labs give relaible A1c results?
Thanks
Tom-
Will look into that.
Re protein amount, I found this article from Nora Gedgaudas interesting re excess protein and effect on mTOR
http://www.primalbody-primalmind.com/blog/?cat=3
“Cynthia Kenyon’s important work.. work pretty clearly showed the primary reason that caloric restriction–the single most effective of all anti-aging approaches–actually worked (insulin control). –But it turns out there’s a secondary reason that caloric restriction seemed to confer a marked improvement in health and longevity, and resistance to degenerative processes and cancer. It has to do with something scientists found called mTOR–which stands for mammalian Target Of Rapamycin. I talk about this in my book at considerable length and won’t overly go into it here. Suffice it to say that this newly discovered metabolic pathway, “mTOR”, apparently serves as a sort of metabolic “protein sensor”. It belongs to something called the “P13K” pathway that is activated by insulin, nutrients and growth factors. It turns out that keeping mTOR down-regulated–by limiting protein intake to what is simply necessary for maintenance–is actually part of the key to maximizing our internal repair and regeneration, immune function–enhancing longevity, anti-aging and minimizing the risk of cancer. Coupled with maintaining low insulin levels, keeping the mTOR pathway largely down-regulated helps keep deterioration and disease at bay and helps keep us young. Ironically, dietary fat has no negative influence here.
Because mTOR is intimately involved with growth and reproduction, however, there may be instances–such as while seeking successful conception, pregnancy, extreme work loads, high level athletic training and critical growth periods from infancy through adolescence where the practice of limiting protein and mTOR might be less desirable. During time periods such as this the stimulation of cellular proliferation becomes more necessary. Apart from times like this, however, higher than needed amounts of protein can take away from your own maintenance and repair, lessen immunity, and make you far more susceptible to cancer.”
Have you looked at this? Just wondered if you had an opinion?
For longevity – should we follow this advice?
Julianne
Julianne-
Greg Bataglia asked a similar question. I think the advice is sound but there are many nuances to this. Will hit it later.
Also https://www.facebook.com/NutritionFacts.org/posts/1246130365403470
Robb,
Thanks for all of the awesome nutrition info.
Quick question: As I dabble more in intermittent fasting (less out of curiosity than out a of a very high workload), I’ve noticed that I can get some pretty bad breath. I understand that this could be a sign of ketosis. Is it necessarily a sign of ketosis, or could there be other explanations? My diet paleoish, with peanut butter occasionally instead of nuts, lots of eggs, and lots of espresso. I have more fruit than veggies, and my acid-base balance could definitely use some work.
Bonus round question: To what extent does the Paleo diet cause ketosis? Are there different degrees of ketosis, and how does slipping in and out of ketosis affect performance? When I reduce my food intake, my strength stays high as long as I get sufficient sleep, but I often lack tolerance for training volume, circuits, etc.
Sudden death overtime question (or death-by-over-time question): What are the short-term effects of sleep deprivation? I ask because I notice that I sometimes get a short-term burst of energy in response to total or near-total sleep deprivation; I’ve set PRs after all-nighters (although I go crash hard the following day)
Thanks,
Ross
Listener #5
Ross-
More material there than all 4 seasons of BSG! Great stuff.
Ben,
Have you tried raw milk?
Hey guys I was wondering if adrenal fatigue would be a good topic for future a podcast. You’ve touched on it a bit but I wonder, given the ease of falling into it and the potential downside if it might deserve an in-depth review. Causes, signs/sypmtoms, fixes, complications. Also have you guys heard of this guy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwN9SqqIRAk&feature=player_embedded ? His take on the bulgarian system is to basically suck it up and train through adrenal fatigue and you’ll eventually come out the other side, better for the journey. Is this true for anyone or does this system just self-select for those that can hack it?
Kmar-
great question, will tackle it.
Robb,
Have been eating paleo for about 6 months now and I really like how I’ve been feeling! It is the greatest pseudoscience ever invented!
The arguments for taking fish oil are very convincing and I have been taking it off and on for about a year now. Then, I found this article:
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/03/16/warning-new-proof-confirms-if-you-take-this-supplement-vitamin-d-will-not-work-as-well.aspx
What do you think of this? To my untrained, unscientific mind, it sounds pretty impressive and a little worrisome. He’s saying that fish oils that have a high content of Vit. A block the good effects of the Vit. D. Do you have any further info posted on this. Sorry if you have covered this before — if so, could you point me in the direction where I can find your side of this. Thanks!
Larissa-
I think that connection is solid but it just menas you should use a non-vit-A form of fish oil which is most varieties besides cod liver oils.
Wayne,
I leave in Canada so getting raw milk here is next to impossible. I’d have to own a cow or know a farmer + it would have to be grass-fed. If i could get it I would definitely give it a go, not GOMAD or anything, but just see if I can tolerate it.
mTOR signaling is not specific to protein intake. mTOR can be activated by amino acids (especially leucine), hormones (insulin), growth factors (IGF-1) and, importantly, it is activated independently by muscle contraction, especially during resistance exercise. mTOR is an anabolic pathway and does promote cell proliferation, but in that context, it is the pathway responsible for mRNA translation initiation and therefore protein synthesis. It allows for accretion of myofibrillar proteins. mTOR is downstream from Insulin/IGF-1-Akt/PKB, therefore it is theoretically activated in response to ingesting anything that produces an insulin response.
There are multiple pathways that signal to mTOR from different points in the pathway, e.g. via other hormones, nutrients, etc. therefore limiting protein intake merely as a means to reduce mTOR signaling would be ineffective at best.
Sage-
You rock! What I see here are many trade-offs and ways of optimizing benefits. mTOR signaling from exercise is COMPLETELY different than that of overfeeding.
Dear Robb,
I just want to say thank you for all the fabulous info you provide to your listeners, these pod castes are money!!! I have gotten so much great info out of them and the Q& A’s that follow. I am 54years old competitive cyclist, and have been on bio identical hormones for a year. I went paleo in Sept 09 and started eating grass fed meat about 6 wks ago and my hormone profile has changed significantly! It is important for the women who follow your work and are on bio identicals to get their blood work updated when they stop eating hormone laden products, it makes a big difference. I am so grateful to you, and Robert Tuller from San Fran Cross Fit for all the terrific info and support you have both provided. I am anxious to get your book! Keep up the good work, it changes lives!
Barbara
Thanks for the excellent podcast.
I have downloaded all on my mp3 player and listen in the car when traveling.
I just listened to podcast #3 with the kids(6and 9) in the car and was a little taken back by the numerous F*** bombs.
I have no problem with the language if I have a heads up.
This is more of a heads up to folks who have kids and have these playing around them and not so much a complaint as I find the info priceless.
Thanks for the great work.
AJP
AJP-
apologies, we will post an “explicit” on this side. When you download from itunes it has the explicit tag. Sorry about that.
Hey Robb, what do u think is worse to consume: sugar or gluten? Just curious. Thanks.
Ian-
I think gluten is satan himself. Dark chocolate covered almonds vs. pop-tart. I’m going for the almonds.
Hi Robb,
your podcasts are incredibliy helpful for me. I live in Germany and crossfit and other high intensity training, low carb and paleo lifestyle are even more marginal than in USA. There are only a handful of MDs, Nutritionists, trainers and trainees who even know about this stuff. It’s like living in the desert. 🙂
Your blogs and podcasts save me a lot of time on own research and figuring it all out. I am looking forward to order your book. There is so much bullshit out there in the world of health and fitness and I invested a crazy amount of time to find the good stuff among the mainstream fairy tales. Mainstream docors and trainers are really no help, actually they are an obstacle on your path to health and fitness.
I want to support the idea that you guys give us more detailed information about adrenal fatigue: Causes, diagnostic tools (blood work: stress hormones, cortisol, DHEA, testosterone?), , rehab plans to get out of it.
How much training is too much in what stage of AF? Paul Chek says high intensity training is a bad idea if you are in AF. How did you manage to get out of AF? I simply don’t know what to do and what to avoid in training for AF rehab. Sprint intervals, clubbells, kettlebells, Systema Martial Art and HIIT bodyweight exercises are too strenuous?
About Nora Gedgaudas: I read her blog, listened to a lot of podcasts and I will buy her book this month. My opinion: For fitness and health buffs like me Robb Wolf is a far better information source. But for my sedentary friends who don’t care too much about health and are not interested in athletic performance all the research and complex analysis would be just too much. No way to get them interested. For this population Nora Gedgaudas is the best book to read (besides Mark Sisson). The protein issue: Nora’s recommendations target the sedentary or moderate active folks. She says if you are a serious athlete or plan to get pregnant you need more protein.
She has good infos about healing your gut, thyroid,problems, improving digestion, stomach problems and other health issues.
Keep up the good work!
Andrea-
You are very kind, thank you.
Robb-
Keep it up brother! My tuesday night 1.5hour indoor cycling ride is something I look forward to so I can get my weekly paleo fix!
I was at my local wholesale nutrition warehouse this weekend, and I found they carry a grass-fed butter from Pastureland. I am as skeptical as the next caveman, knowing that grass doesn’t grow year round, so it is impossible to have grass-fed butter, or so I thought. Looking into the info they present on their website, it seems they only produce the butter when there is grass (april-november). So the butter is seasonal, and you can get it frozen, or fresh during grassy months. Used it last night in my sauteed veggies and it was like the heavens parted as my pallet once again shook hands with one of the god’s greatest creations once again (maybe not as dramatic, but freaking tasty). Food porn aside, was wondering what everyone’s thoughts were on this stuff, and if anyone else has tried/found this stuff before.
Thanks!
Prawn-
Sounds GREAT to me. I’m going to track some down!
Rob, I wanted to thank your for all the fab info you provide, on the podcast and on your web site. I am a 54yr old competitive cyclist who went paleo in Sept 09 and have been on grass fed meat for the past 2 months. I use bio identical hormone replacement and wanted to let you know that my blood profiles have changed dramatically since changing my diet. I would be lost and clueless without all the good info I have picked up from you and Robert Tuller @ Cross Fit San Fran who has also given me great direction, insight and encouragement.
I can’t wait to get your book!!
Barbara
Barb! that’s awesome! Keep me posted on your progress and thanks for the shout-out!
Robb,
A segment on adrenal would be great! Even better if you add some insight on how you have dealt with it yourself.
Personally I feel like I have been toeing the line on adrenal fatigue for most of my adult life (and actually some of my adolescent life as well), and lately I feel like I am getting closer to the bad side of that line.
I do pretty well with the paleo + some dairy, fish oil, vit d, natural calm at night, and as gluten free as possible. I’ve even cut the amount of coffee in recent years, and I’ve debated switching what I do drink to decaf as I like the taste of coffee and caffeine has never had much of an effect on me anyway.
Would love to hear your thoughts on the topic. Thanks again for the great work you do! Looking forward to attending the PSS in April!
Mike-
Will do a thorough accounting on the cortisol issue.
Hahahaha thanks Robb. I was wondering if I’m better off eating pizza or ice cream on a cheat meal. Looks like ice cream for the win!
Hey Robb,
This is totally off topic but I really want to become a nutritionist and was wondering if you know if there are any schools that teach paleolithic nutrition? I really don’t want to have people telling me that whole wheat bread and low fat milk is healthy when I know they’re full of shit, but at the same time if I want to be a nutritionist I need a diploma or something. You may not have answers for this but any direction would be appreciated.
Jay-not much to offer here. Colorado State might be an option but you are still getting the standard crap. Cordain has not had much influence on his fellows.
Today in my Biology class my professor said that eating a high protein diet like the zone diet or an Atkins diet lets to an onslaught of glycerol and fatty acid in the body, which will then produce ammonia (a toxin). He essentially stated that eating too much protein and fat is toxic to the body if done over long periods of time.
I am extremely hesitant to trust anyone who considers the zone diet a “high protein” diet, but I thought that I would run this by you anyways. Is there any validity to this?
Ben-
Your professor needs a refresher on integrated metabolism.
Robb,
Here’s something about the role of leptin in premenstrual carb cravings: http://humrep.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/full/15/11/2329
Thanks for continuing with the fascinating podcast!
Just a quick question. Got my bloodwork done. Paleo for the last 1.5 years, with occasional weekend cheat, usually GF.
Total Cholesterol: 266
HDL: 79
Tri: 26
LDL (direct): 166
Sed Rate: 7
A1c: 5.4
He didn’t do a CRP test or test LDL particle size, however. Any need to be alarmed? Do I request other tests in the future? On a positive note, my Triglycerides were at 100 two years ago just before I started eating clean.
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Oh, this may sound strange but, due to it being broken down in the stomach, might a rolled up twenty be a better way to take it?