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Does increasing fat burning automatically mean losing more body fat? And what would we need to measure to know whether an intervention preserves muscle? In this Friday solocast, I'm revisiting my conversation with Dr. Amie Hornaman to unpack the research on T2, a lesser-known thy ...  Show more

What is T2, and why have researchers been investigating its effects on metabolism? In this episode of the Optimal Protein Podcast, I'm welcoming back Dr. Amie Hornaman to explore 3,5-diiodothyronine, commonly called T2—a lesser-known thyroid hormone derivative studied for its eff ...  Show more

Using the ketogenic diet to heal the body, how keto helps balance hormones, how keto can help us overcome specific issues, and so much more. TOPICS Steps to using keto to heal your body (28:25) How keto works to overcome imbalance (31:20) Easing into ketosis for overall success ( ...  Show more

Whether or not a calorie deficit matters, the importance of protein intake for lean muscle mass, how to determine the right fat amount for you, and so much more. TOPICS Does copious fat intake stop fat burning? (25:34) Zero carb workouts (32:49) Feeling flat at the gym (44:12) Ho ...  Show more

How to set up for success when you're starting keto, mistakes everyone makes when they start keto, why community is so important on keto, and so much more. TOPICS Should you stay on keto always, always? (24:57) The easiest way to look at fasting (30:33) The mistakes everyone make ...  Show more

If you've been doing everything "right" on keto but still feel stuck, today's episode is for you. I'm joined by Chris Irvin to dive into metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and what real healing looks like on a low-carb diet. We'll talk about signs of carb intoler ...