Drew welcomes Dr. Eric Westman to the podcast to discuss the science behind the keto diet. Dr. Westman reveals the politics behind the American Heart Association’s publications, how the movement to reduce fat in the American diet was not based on scientific research and how the keto diet can help people to manage their health based on what they consume.
Dr. Eric Westman received his MD from the University of Wisconsin and his Master’s degree in Clinical Research from Duke. He has over 100 peer-reviewed publications and is the Founder and Director of Duke’s Lifestyle Medicine Clinic. Dr. Westman has co-authored several science-based healthy lifestyle books including, The New Atkins for a New You and Keto Clarity.
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Key Takeaways:
[05:23] Low-fat diets were not based on science, it was all politics.
[10:37] Doctors are seeing the benefits of a keto diet.
[12:16] The American Heart Association isn't a scientific organization.
[14:13] Dr. Westman breaks down the fat and protein scientific elements of a keto diet.
[25:57] 'Adapt Your Life' offers fat shots and other convenient keto foods.
[33:26] Cholesterol management is different for every person.
[41:46] Creating an army of educated doctors and coaches.
[43:31] Dr. Westman's daily food intake.
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Mentioned in This Episode:
Keto Clarity by Jimmy Moore and Eric Westman
The New Atkins for a New You by Jeff Volek, Stephen Phinney, and Eric Westman
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Lynn Manning hosts this week’s podcast to share how she felt and dealt with Drew’s indiscretions. In this raw and honest podcast, Lynn describes her attempts at keeping it all together and putting on a happy face during an experience that could have broken her. But instead of drowning in her story, Lynn was able to lift her mind, body and spirit out of the darkness and into the light through the use of books and counseling.
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Key Takeaways:
[00:14] Why Lynn Manning is hosting this podcast.
[04:04] Putting on a happy face while in the midst of heartbreak.
[08:34] When Lynn knew it was finally time to split from Drew.
[11:48] Lynn shares 10 tips that helped her heal.
[27:27] People are doing the best they can.
[36:39] There is no perfect road map for healing.
[38:32] Lynn shares a personal post about getting through the darkness.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Recommended Books:
Loving What Is by Byron on Katie
The Little Soul and the Sun by Neale Donald Walsch
Love Yourself to Greater Health
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In this very personal centennial episode, Drew shares intimate details of his religious upbringing, the guilt and shame associated with participating in things the church deemed sinful and why he and Lynn divorced. Drew is publicly sharing his life’s story as part of his personal growth journey. He hopes other men who may be struggling in silence can find solace in their quests to become better versions of themselves. Drew’s inspirational story shows that through coaching and vulnerability you can love yourself and create your own happiness.
In the next episode, Lynn shares how this story impacted her life.
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Key Takeaways:
[03:50] Drew grew up in the strict, conservative Mormon church where pornography was deemed sinful.
[08:46] The unhealthy habit of guilt and shame.
[09:41] The defining moments that caused Drew to hide his struggles.
[15:11] In 2009, Lynn discovered Drew had cheated on her.
[22:15] A life coach taught Drew how to love himself and to live in his own business.
[26:15] So, why did Drew cheat on a wife he truly loved?
[33:03] Overcoming his addiction to pornography has made Drew more authentic.
[42:14] Be grateful for everything that happens to you.
Mentioned in This Episode:
Recommended Books:
Daring Greatly & Rising Strong by Brene Brown
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
You're a Badass by Jen Sincero
The Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle
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Drew welcomes the talented Anna Vocino to the podcast. Anna is a voice over talent and stand-up comedian, she is the co-host of the Fitness Confidential podcast and the author of the cookbook, Eat Happy. Anna discovered she had Celiac disease and had to abruptly change her diet. After going gluten-free, she started to gain weight. She had to ‘go against the grain’ of traditional diet advice and find a solution to work with her specific condition. Anna shares her story and her favorite recipes which are designed to help you get healthier and happier.
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Key Takeaways:
[04:27] Anna describes how she discovered she had Celiac's and how her body reacted to the change in her diet.
[14:35] Eating gluten-free doesn't mean the food is healthy and you can gain weight.
[18:32] How Anna deprogrammed herself from believing traditional diet advice.
[23:55] The Fitness Confidential Podcast is about being a fitness trainer for 30-years.
[31:53] Anna's cookbook is a mixture of tried and true, hearty meals which lean towards a keto diet.
[39:07] What common sauces contain gluten?
[47:41] Anna shares her favorite voices and acting substitution parts.
Mentioned in This Episode:
@AnnaVocino on Instagram
Fitness Confidential Podcast
Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program
Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit
Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com
Drew welcomes The Paleo Chef, Mary Shenouda to the podcast. Mary is also the creator of famously delicious Phat Fudge. Mary was riddled with physical ailments when she was a child. It wasn’t until she took her health into her own hands and made important dietary changes, that her wellness started. Her paleo cooking was noticed by major athletes and celebrities who enlisted her to be their private chef. Mary shares her story of transitioning from a corporate employee to becoming the self-funded, successful entrepreneur she is today.
Drew is a dedicated fitness professional but also an accomplished public speaker. If you would like to have Drew share his intimate experience with empathy at your next corporate event or outing send an email to info@fit2fat2fit.com and if you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.
Key Takeaways:
[08:27] After spending much of her life in pain Mary realized removing certain foods from her diet alleviated her ailments.
[16:54] People ask for a one-solution-fits-all diet program but it should be based on the individual.
[22:42] Mary was able to get hired for positions a normal high school dropout couldn't.
[31:06] Mary is surprised at how little marketing she needed to do to get clients for her business.
[33:14] How Mary accidentally created Phat Fudge and a growing business.
[44:41] New products on the way from Phat Fudge
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Mentioned in This Episode:
Transform with Drew’s Fit2Fat2Fit 6-month Program
Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit
Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com