Not Another Nutrition Podcast

Still think GLP1 injections automatically beat dieting for fat loss? Here is the truth when you actually pit them head to head.In this episode, Martin breaks down a unique new study that directly compares three approaches in people with type 2 diabetes: Semaglutide (a GLP1), an aggressive diet protocol, and a combo of both. He talks through what an Aggressive Diet, when he talks about it, really is (and why it is not a crash diet), why liquid meal replacement protocols are actually the worst version of it, and how his own food-first AD Blueprint fixes those problems.You will hear what the study found on weight loss, fat loss, lean mass, side effects, adherence, diabetes remission and beta cell function. Martin tackles common misconceptions like “GLP1s are the easy way out,” “Aggressive Diets require extreme willpower,” & “Pills do not change habits!” and explains why both GLP1s and Aggressive Diets remove food noise in different ways. He also explores how an aggressive diet for the weight loss phase, followed by carefully dosed GLP1 use, might be a powerful long term maintenance strategy.There is plenty on protein intake, nausea, binge risk, genetics vs willpower, and why education alone will never solve obesity. Martin also shares how his Aggressive Diet Blueprint, Community Support and Weight Loss Maintenance tools compare in cost and outcomes to a typical 12 week GLP1 prescription.References for the studies discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep120You can find out more about Martin’s Aggressive Diet Blueprint Christmas Sale here: https://study-nutrition.com/aggressive-diet-blueprint TIMEPOINTS00:00 - Why compare GLP1s with aggressive diets02:00 - Instagram reactions and what an aggressive diet actually is03:30 - GLP1 conferences, binge eating disorder and clinical nuance05:00 - Visceral anti GLP1 reactions, laziness myths and education limits07:10 - Liquid aggressive diets vs food based protocols and food obsession09:30 - How GLP1s really change calorie intake and under reporting issues13:00 - Do aggressive diets need willpower or do they remove food noise14:00 - Study design in type 2 diabetes and the three intervention groups17:00 - 12 week results for weight loss, fat loss and why combo gives no extra benefit19:00 - Muscle loss fears, nausea, and low protein on GLP1s23:20 - Coaching people on GLP1s and building high protein aggressive diets27:30 - Diabetes remission, beta cell function and a GLP1 plus aggressive diet maintenance idea32:00 - Free education, eating disorders and long term GLP1 questions36:30 - Adherence, cost comparison and why most people misjudge aggressive diets40:30 - Future episodes, menopause myths and closing thoughtsMartin’s Aggressive Diet Blueprint Christmas Sale here: https://study-nutrition.com/aggressive-diet-blueprint

Part Two with Body Smart Fitness on how to set realistic attainable goals and the best approach to take when undergoing an aggressive diet.References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep118Interested in getting my updated aggressive dieting calculator? Join the interest list HERE! (⁠https://www.martin-macdonald.com/aggressive-diet-calculator⁠)Want to come to my new aggressive dieting seminar? Join the interest list HERE! (⁠www.martin-macdonald.com/aggressive-diet-coaching-seminar⁠)TIMEPOINTS03:48 - Is slow and steady the best approach to a big weight loss goal?09:23 - The difference between an Aggressive Diet & a crash diet11:47 - How you should change your habits in preparation for an aggressive diet15:00 - The theory behind fat loss and how my aggressive calculator can help you19:32 - Is an aggressive diet harder for some people compared to others? 23:22 - The side effects of an aggressive diet that you think are true but they just aren't.28:34 - Mindset shift before starting an aggressive diet - The multiphasic approach47:10 - Why skipping breakfast during an aggressive diet may be beneficial49:50 - The truth about the 'body positive' circle, are they shaming people when they shouldn’t be? 52:46 - The best approach for setting dieting goals

In this week's episode, I discuss how women can diet around their menstrual cycle and the importance of building healthy weight maintenance habits.I also explain why hunger is reduced on aggressive deficits when compared with moderate deficits and how aggressive diets impact an individual’s relationship with food. If you're interested in joining my MacMail, join the list HERE: ⁠https://mailchi.mp/martin-macdonald/macmail-newsletter⁠Interested in getting my updated aggressive dieting calculator? Join the interest list HERE! (⁠https://www.martin-macdonald.com/aggressive-diet-calculator⁠)Want to come to my new aggressive dieting seminar? Join the interest list HERE! (⁠www.martin-macdonald.com/aggressive-diet-coaching-seminar⁠)References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep116TIMEPOINTS05:52 - How women should diet around their menstrual cycle15:39 - Why aggressive deficits are better than moderate deficits for fat loss21:37 - When you shouldn’t diet28:24 - Does aggressive dieting negatively impact an individual’s relationship with food?31:36 - How aggressive diets can actually reduce hunger!37:15 - Why diets don’t have to be sustainable to be effective

In this episode, I give my take on Eddie Abbew’s rise in popularity and discuss the research around his demonisation of insulin & various other things.The link to the two Kevin Hall papers and the podcast I discuss in the episode can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep114 TIMEPOINTS00:20 - Is Eddie Abbew the new Tim Spector?06:29 - What is the insulin hypothesis & why Eddie Abbew thinks you have to control insulin15:05 - The two studies that disprove most low-carb thinking!27:42 - Why some people lose more weight on a low-carb diet34:51 - The fastest way to lose body fat that is ACTUALLY backed by science!

On this week’s episode, I am interviewed by Jeff Hoehn on the Mind Muscle Connection podcast. We discussed what my current nutrition and training goals are and my daily eating behaviours. We also talk about the importance of learning healthy eating habits and why tracking should be considered a tool but not a panacea for sustainable fat loss.References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep112TOPICS10:52 - What is different about MNU & why we regulate our graduates23:47 - How I eat 95% of the time37:25 - Why most people gain weight over time41:44 - Why tracking is unsustainable in the long term

In this episode, I discuss what needs to be considered when implementing refeeds during an aggressive diet. The link to receive my aggressive dieting resource can be found at: https://www.martin-macdonald.com/aggressive-dieting-resource References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep110TIMEPOINTS02:23 - What is the optimal deficit during an aggressive diet05:53 - When and how often are refeeds needed during an aggressive diet09:40 - The negative impacts of refeeds during an aggressive diet 16:15 - Why it's important to maintain muscle during an aggressive diet

This is a quick fire episode after I was 'challenged' about the importance of insulin sensitivity for weight loss over simply being concerned with energy balance. I discuss weight loss injections like semaglutide and the diabetes medication, metformin.References and links discussed can be found www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep108TOPICS00:40 - Can certain 'insulin sensitivity' medications increase fat loss?04:30 - The unknown impacts of increasing your insulin sensitivity06:40 - The role of leptin and appetite hormones in weight loss maintenance08:57 - What advice doctors should be giving alongside the prescription of "weight loss" drugs

In this week’s episode, I discuss key considerations and strategies for aggressive dieting & cover how to transition from a dieting phase to eating at maintenance!References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep106TOPICS05:50 - How I aggressive diet with minimal tracking09:44 - How often to weigh yourself whilst on an aggressive diet10:30 - Two key factors to consider before starting an aggressive diet15:45 - Should you be training whilst on an aggressive diet?19:19 - How to eat to maintain your body fat after dieting 24:15 - The importance of understanding sacrificeIf you enjoyed this, you might benefit from:Episode #12 - Two Facts to Know About Aggressive Dieting Before You Attempt It YourselfEpisode #8 - What Foods Can You Eat on an Aggressive Diet?Episode #3 - Fasting & Aggressive Calorie Deficits

I had an idea for this episode but didn't record it for a couple of weeks so I kinda failed you.Instead, it turned into a Dublin Tour date announcement!! 3rd June. Save the Date!You can register your interest here! - https://mailchi.mp/martin-macdonald/dublinReferences and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep104TOPICS00:00 - Don't come to my Dublin Tour date if you're a snowflake...03:52 - Something about nutritional evangelists07:30 - Don't shoot the messenger...

This episode is a quick addendum to my last episodes, further clarifying why it might not be a good to give children sweet drinks but also emphasising that this is the scientific discussion & we then need to apply it to our REAL world situations properly & appropriately.References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep102TOPICS01:02 - Why completely restricting sweet drinks for children is unrealistic02:24 - The importance of reducing all sweet drinks for children03:33 - Considerations to improve food environment for children

I felt like Episode 100 was a perfect time to 1) explain my recent absence a LITTLE, without it being TMI!But also a look at what to expect in 2023 and let you in on a little new venture I'm starting.References and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep100TOPICS00:00 - I owe you a little explanation for where I've been...02:53 - "What good shall I do this day" is back! 04:37 - What to expect from NANP in 2023!08:40 - Starting an OnlyFans?

Are you putting the 'wrong fuel in your Ferrari'.... lol. This analogy is dumb when it comes to Fat Loss... and we have the research on humans we can look at. High 'quality' organic food vs Fast Food. In this week’s episode I explain what the body of evidence in this area is actually saying and clear up any confusion surrounding whether the type of foods we are consuming is more significant than the Calorie content when it comes to losing weight!As mentioned in this podcast you can get your ticket for the next Mac-Nutrition LIVE Day on Saturday 19th November 2022 here! - https://www.mac-nutritionmentoringlab.com/product/mac-nutrition-live-2022/References for the studies and links discussed can be found at www.Martin-MacDonald.com/Ep98TOPICS04:44 - Should we be avoiding saturated fat?10:18 - How demonising foods helps zealots to make money14:05 - Do processed foods stop us losing weight?22:37 - How to eat for health instead of weight loss29:15 - The main determinant of our metabolism (metabolic rate)