Ep 190 Starvation: More than hunger

So your latest blood test results have come in, and you see a couple of numbers for cholesterol. What do those numbers mean, and why do we care about them? In this first part of our cholesterol miniseries, we break down the science behind this compound and trace how we made the l ...  Show more

You’ve seen the headlines: a food-borne parasite is infecting people across the US, leaving them chained to the toilet sometimes for weeks on end, as they are ravaged by wave after wave of gastrointestinal upset. What the heck is cyclosporiasis and where did it come from? How sca ...  Show more

In this episode, I dive into the fascinating and eye-opening history of the Minnesota Starvation Experiment and explore how its findings relate directly to eating disorders today. We’ll discuss the psychological and physical effects of starvation observed during the study, how ...

An introduction to human nutrition, in which we discuss the nutritional importance and role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, before considering the effects of malnutrition, how it is measured, and its prevalence around the world. We conclude with an analy ...  Show more

Caloric restriction has its charms for many people. It also has a dizzying array of side effects. This episode features audio from Fasting to Reverse Diabetes, Fasting to Treat Depression, and Fasting for Post-Traumatic Brain Injury Headache. Visit the video pages for all sources ...  Show more

This episode was supported by the Biochemical Society!

In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike explore the biochemistry of fasting. How does our body maintain homeostasis during period ...