6 Foods to Get Shredded: The Ultimate Diet to Get as Lean as Possible

6 Foods to Get Shredded: The Ultimate Diet to Get as Lean as Possible

July 17, 2026 · 30 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the concept of a six-food diet for optimal fat loss, drawing on old-school bodybuilding strategies and personal food lists.

What if you could only eat 6 foods to get into the best shape of your life? In this episode of The Supra Human Show, the hosts look back at old-school bodybuilding prep strategies, specifically Dave Palumbo's "six foods that work" video, and discuss why hyper-focused, repetitive dieting is often the fastest route to getting shredded. The guys swap their personal "six foods" lists, debating the merits of Greek yogurt, egg whites, potatoes, and even a few convenience wildcards. Along the way, they explain the physiological benefits of keeping your diet predictable: eliminating decision fatigue, managing gut stress, keeping your nervous system calm, and avoiding the "volume trap" that keeps you constantly hungry. What we cover in this episode: The "Six Foods" Concept: The legacy of Dave Palumbo's classic bodybuilding diet and why it still holds weight today. Our Personal 6-Food Lists: The guys share and debate their ultimate fat-loss staples, featuring everything from egg whites and Greek yogurt to potatoes and a few convenience wildcards. Eliminating Decision Fatigue: How reducing your food choices keeps your nervous system calm, prevents…

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