The Weight Loss Scientist: You've Been LIED To About Calories, Dieting & Losing Weight: Giles Yeo

Dr Giles Yeo is a Professor at the University of Cambridge, his research focuses on the genetics of obesity. He is the author of two books, “Gene Eating: The Story of Human Appetite” and “Why Calories Don't Count: How We Got the Science of Weight Loss Wrong”.
Topics:
0:00 Intro
02:43 Professional bio
06:36 Why did you decide to focus on food?
10:41 How has our perspective on food changed since you started?
19:18 Genes & the link between obesity
23:59 Our brain hates us losing weight
33:05 How to burn fat
44:40 Calorie counting
54:29 Is gluten bad for us?
59:52 Lactose intolerance
01:02:17 Genetic components
01:06:07 Veganism
01:16:36 Juice is bad!
01:19:25 Alkaline water is a scam!
01:22:34 The link between ageing & gaining weight
01:34:08 Does exercise help us lose weight?
01:37:06 Body positivity
01:44:05 The last guest question
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[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

IF YOU COULD DO US A MASSIVE FAVOUR AND LIKE the video 👍🏽 By doing that, you’re helping us out more than you know 🙏🏽 thank you

[@Mint_chocolate123]

I'm so glad you asked that question I have battled my weight my whole life and now I'm really struggling. I don't get hungry in the day so chose not to eat , I tend to eat around 6pm. If I do try and eat in the day it's like I hit a switch on button and I'm hungry and eating all day🤦🏾‍♀️.

[@mmhcreates]

@@Mint_chocolate123 apparently it is best to eat between the hours of 6am and 3pm. This is supposed to be when our body clocks are most capable of digesting food. Do what is right for you, nobody really knows. That those that claim to, do not have answers that work for everyone.

[@shannonbrophy3687]

1.25M subs????!!!!! Absolutely mind blowing and how wonderful. I'm so happy for you!

[@alaskanmalamute101]

the biggest cause of death in uk is not cancer it is heart disease aka eating too much food

[@tuckstar]

@Alaska cancer, heart disease, dementia, type2 diabetes... all related to poor diets

[@user-gk9je4hh3x]

You know he's a real one when he answers with a lot of "it depends." This world doesn't need any more oversimplified and twisted truth. It needs more of these who are willing to explain the nuances AND the ones that are willing to listen.

[@Unpopularity]

This guy is obese. Lots of people his age who are extremely in shape

[@JohnnyNoPockets]

Amen!

[@richanarayan]

agree

[@sonyasever7625]

💯💯💯💯💯 facts

[@JustBeingAwesome]

And he asks questions for clarification.

[@kated3165]

As an ''all or nothing'' kinda person, who struggles to find balance in anything, I find that fasting is the best diet for me. If I try starting the day with a large breakfast? Then I've opened the door to overeating before the end of the day, and increase my chances of craving sugar or binging. Fasting, to me anyways, is just a much easier way to control my caloric intakes.

[@mirela2608]

I completely agree with you. I have been always breakfast person. And skinny whole life. I would just not want to eat after 4 pm or 16.00 as we say in Europe. Then l became older (40) start skipping breakfast and eat late and now struggle to get back to my "normal weight" ( one l had for 20 years). I tried so many advices but what l concluded that ppl around world has different genes and different feeding timing cause of many factors as clime, availability, daylight, hotness....And we really have to find what works for us best. There is no one way for all. So l wrote whole novels😃 l wanted to say you are totally right. I completely agree that your way of skipping breakfast affect you like that as l had in my family mt grandpa he was the same and lived to 98 years. So just keep doing what you feel is good for you.👍

[@justmorenoise]

100%

[@moniquew3603]

I agree, I fast and get most of my water in the morning. I have my first meal at 1pm its normally a big salad with protein. I eat dinner a few hrs later around 5pm and I'm good for the rest of the night, especially if I head to bed no later than 10pm.

[@AmandathePandaBooks]

Coffee is my breakfast!! I never eat anything unless im actually hungry. I drink filtered water during the day, with ice, or hot herbal tea, or plain unsweetened cocao baking powder in a mug.

[@DanielGFreeman]

I’m right there with you. If I have a substantial breakfast I’m most likely gonna blow my calories that day and I will definitely be craving some bad foods. I have implemented intermittent fasting wherein I am done eating by 6-7pm, bed at 11. My first meal is generally around 11am to noon. I love breakfast and spent most of my life getting up early and having a big breakfast, but I’m really seeing a feeling a difference by keeping my eating to an 8hr window.

[@ericrobinson8078]

When you eat depends a lot on the individual and your own particular lifestyle. Im 70 and retired. My day is my own. I find the best time for me to have my one meal of the day is around 3:30/4:00 which most working people cant do. I have a small snack with my morning coffee of a couple of bits of toast then nothing till 3:30/4:00. For me this prevents any indigestion or acid reflux that bothered me when I ate late at 7:30. Quality videos like from actual science based academics rather than air headed influencers are so important. Having the facts to enable informed decisions to be made is crucial. Im finding watching these videos is making a positive difference about how I live my life in what's its final stage. Never stop learning never stop keeping going.

[@paulledet6630]

Toast? Not smart

[@roygeorge5364]

​​​@@paulledet6630why is it not smart? The toast in the morning has alleviated her reflux - it seems like it's working for them. Besides, 5 million of us Aussies start the day with Vegemite on toast, and we are still alive?? I lost 50kgs or 100 pounds and still ate white bread as the dietitian said it was fine within my diet. 🤷🤷 Enjoy your day mate.

[@sylviakempson1081]

An interesting comment on the gluten issue! We live in Canada, moved over from South Africa! Suddenly my daughter feels that she has a gluten issue. Tests show that she doesn’t have one, but she feels unwell for days even on a small amount. Doctor tells her she might be slightly intolerant. We visit the Uk, Italy and France, and she finds that she can eat anything made from European flour without it affecting her at all! My daughter did some research and discovered that Canada uses Monsanto pesticides on its crops. Monsanto is banned in Europe. She read about other people who were complaining of the same thing in Canada. This is anecdotal, but we think that she is allergic to the pesticide that is used in Canada. I’m wondering if there is a group of people in Canada who think that they have a gluten problem, when it is actually something else. I’m not sure why this issue only affects her with wheat and not other foods that are sprayed with this pesticide, but it is exciting for her that she can source wheat products from outside Canada that won’t harm her.

[@lisandrogallo]

Thanks for telling this story, I think it's very helpful in racing awareness on the use of pesticides.

[@jac3271]

It’s well known that when N Americans go to Europe, where GMO grains are banned, they have no problems with the bread & pasta.

[@MsEmm10]

I've heard this from my friends as an Australian that Europe's crops are better and lots of plant intolerances disappear.

[@lesliebahamondes536]

I'm from Chile and moved to Canada and every time I eat pasta or anything with gluten I get so sick. But in Chile or Europe I could eat all the pasta or bread I wanted and no problem at all. Now I have IBS

[@miyounova]

It also happens in Australia. I'm European, moved to Australia and have never felt so bad when eating wheat foods. Many of my Italian friends had the same issue (I know about them in particular because obviously, they're used to eating a lot of wheat foods).

[@JR-yd6ug]

I am 100% agree with Dr Yeo. The quality of food matters. I looked at what people in the "Blue Zone" areas eat for ideas. Liked recipes from mediterranean countries. Ate more veg, oily fish, pulses, seeds and fermented food. Didn't restrict. I lost 50kg over a year. I walked, did yoga and weight training to get fitter. I changed how I viewed food. Didn't beat myself up if I had a slice of cake. Because my weight loss was not linear. I focused on what food made me feel better. What is sustainable for me. What people need to realise is how personalised weight loss and getting healthier is. There is no 1 solution. You have to make the effort to find out what works for you.

[@williammclean6594]

Of course you'll lose weight eating Whole Foods and cutting junk food because junk food has a lot of calories in comparison. Like candies cookies chips they all have a lot of calories and they won't keep you full.

[@andreafryettstudio]

@@williammclean6594 not everyone gains weight because they are eating junk and candies. That assumption is a bit his point. I personally can not loose weight if I each starchy veggies or any pasta's, rice, cereals or even whole wheat bread. I have to stick to low glycemic carbohydrates only. Not Keto necessarily, but I end up in ketosis, and it's the only way that I have energy and don't gain. I actually hate sugar, hate the taste, hate they way I feel after eating it, and it makes me want to snack. I look very fit (thanks to 5 days a week in the gym and commuting by bike only), but I'll never look skinny, even eating this way. Not everyone is not skinny because they eat junk.

[@panankan1299]

My friend, what you’ve described perfectly supports the calories in calories out equation. A mix of intuitive eating principles, and regular movement - fat loss always goes back to a balance of calories in calories out, and being in a deficit. This guy Yeo is off his rocker. Sorry but look at his gut hanging over his belt at the beginning of the vid 😂 crazy

[@williammclean6594]

@The Great Artventure trust me you'll lose weight if you actually are in a calorie deficit it's like people in the holocaust and people starving in Africa. If calories weren't real they would never be starving to death if you don't eat you'll eventually lose weight

[@mohammedhelal5778]

So true. I've calorie counted, and it worked. And I've "listened to my body", and it worked so much better, felt so much greater, and was nuch more sustainable.

[@PurpleAmiga]

Key Take aways: 16% of daily diet should contain proteins 30% Fiber 5% allowed for added sugars (not tied-up to fiber, e.g maple syrup, agave nectar) - Limit as much as you can. Exercise helps Maintain weightloss but not directly lead to weightloss. It is still important especially if protein intake is high (due to nitrogen build-up from protein metabolism injuring the kidneys). Don't overdo a specific diet or force it to someone because it can lead to Eating disorder. Fruit Juices are BAD as they are pure sugar and absorbed in the gut quickly, as opposed to eating fruits which triggers the whole process of digestion (chewing, swallowing, digesting and absorbing and so on). It's basically drinking high amount of Liquid sugar. FAT becomes dangerous when they start to leak out of the 'fat pockets' and reach the parts of the body where they're not supposed to be such as muscles and liver. His goal is to spread awareness about the importance of affordable healthy foods in curing obesity. He will not cancel Chocolates if he becomes a PM 😂

[@kirsicat]

I mean, we can't cancel chocolate 😂😂😂😂

[@BrokeMyCrayon]

30 GRAMS of fiber NOT 30%

[@asiangoose90ti]

Too much math.

[@beotho]

@@BrokeMyCrayon 30 grams is not much. this is like keto diet

[@BrokeMyCrayon]

@BeothoTV I really don't know what you're trying to get across here. He did in fact say 30 grams of fiber, not 30%, and on keto you can eat as much fiber as you want as long as you keep your net carbs below a certain amount.

[@totheknee]

So damn positive the _whole_ way through. Wow. 2 hours of positivity _and_ tackling major issues of our time? Unheard of. You guys absolutely _nailed_ it.

[@maskeno]

I could listen to this guy all day. I'm 100 pounds into my weight loss journey with another 50 or so to go. It's been a huge learning experience and really coming to understand what a calorie is and whether it matters more than another choice has been such a huge part of it. It's really not enough to just reduce the portions. I started feeling notably better and getting better tests when I focused on eating the right things, rather than just less of the things I liked. Fiber especially is such an underappreciated nuance in dietary needs. This is food for the mind.

[@SparksnFlash]

Yea, for you! 🎉 My best, best wishes for you going forward.

[@FatiFleur-jn7ky]

Fiber underappreciated? It's been known for years, proven by research time and time again, that a high fiber diet is the best for losing weight and overall health and easiest diet to maintain for the long term. Time and time again physicians and food scientists advice a high fiber diet. The only ones who don't are the people who present themselves as experts in this field but have no educational background in this field, like Dr Eric Berg who studied to become a chiropractor.

[@maskeno]

@@FatiFleur-jn7ky all true, but dieticians are not always dieters. When you talk person to person about diet, people will mention carbs, protein, and fats. They might talk about supplements like creatine and other substances to help gains. The focus is almost entirely on calories in most circles. The only ones I hear talking about fiber are older folks and doctors, which is to your point. Granted, this is a highly subjective experience, but when I'm chatting at the gym or with someone else looking to get healthy, even in message boards and forums, very few people are talking about fiber. Even when discussing carbs, especially rice, no one stops to differentiate white from brown and wild rice. It all adds up and makes a big difference. I fully grant that this could be selection bias and it's like I saw a new word I've never heard before and now I'm hearing it everywhere, when in reality I just missed it.

[@erinkennedy3998]

You're totally right. I don't think I've ever heard anyone say much of anything about fiber except for old people or women in menopause. The only thing I've ever heard is protein, carbs and fats.

[@FatiFleur-jn7ky]

@@maskeno And that's why it's important to do your own deskresearch as most in the fitness circuit are not experts on gastroenterology and public health. The information on high fiber diets and it's health benefits (which are many) are found online on many medical sites or google scholar. Even the World Health Organisation advises a high fiber diet. Don't forget that most people in these circles are very focussed on the aesthetics (how does my body look) and not necessarily on overall health.

[@Peachy08]

Great interview!! My advice as a 64 year old woman. Do not ever slow down. All my life I was at a great weight. I had a job that was very physically taxing. I looked great untill I hit about 55. I was able to retire early and made the biggest mistake of my life. After being on my feet for so many years I decided to sit down in front of a computer for a year and do nothing. HUGE mistake. While sitting in front of computer I was snacking. Next thing I knew I was over weight and could hardly move. My doctor asked me what on earth happened to me? He told me then, that one of the worst things anyone could ever do is retire. He said more people have heart attacks the first year after retirement. So here I am now, very over weight. Take my advice. Never stop moving. If you must retire, find something to replace that activity with.

[@ihavenoson3384]

The problem with exercise and maintaining activity is that most patients fail at maintaining the routine. It requires vastly more discipline than diet control and a lot of people cannot do that much. That is why the standard procedure today by doctors is administering diet pills, though will stop it (and restart with another diet pill product) if it does not seem to work. A fruitless operation is against doctor's Hippocratic oath.

[@smurfiennes]

Replace your snacks with fruits whilst watching movies etc.

[@yangpaan453]

@@smurfiennes fruits contain a high amount of sugar regardless, you're just supposed to not snack at all, not even in moderation. fasting is how you maintain weight. humans did not evolve to graze like animals, which is what snacking is.

[@NannyOggins]

it sounds like great advice until you factor in arthritis etc, not so easy to excercise when every step is pain.

[@annabelleharris1264]

Same thing happen to me .. I feel ur pain. ❤

[@lovepeacebliss]

Amusing how plant diet has been switched from a traditionaly poor persons diet to a modern "privelaged" persons diet. 😅

[@MaxFung]

being fat used to be sexy lol

[@MochaZilla]

​@Max Fung yup back when everyone was poor and a bean pole. The rich folk bavk in those days didnt live long because they were fat and sick

[@MochaZilla]

​@@MaxFung .

[@audreygregis8721]

I guess I'm privileged, as I'm not homeless, but I sure don't agree it's the meat, when you look into veggie/grain farming. Being Carnivore is not being selfish. There is enough research on bringing back bison is good for the soil and land.

[@MochaZilla]

@Audrey Gregis 💯 you are correct. The answer to helping climate change is actually MORE ranching of animals using regenerative practices. Healthy animals trample and defecate on the soil, which actually causes healthy microbes to populate the soil, soil health increases, and the healthy spil can take in more water and sequester CO2 from the air, so the answer is more animals 😀

[@Jerre69]

I began a keto and intermittent fasting regimen simultaneously, which helped me achieve my desired weight loss. After six months, I’ve reintroduced more carbohydrates into my diet, while still adhering to intermittent fasting, and my weight has remained stable. Over time, I’ve adapted to the hunger, and it’s no longer a concern. I used to snack excessively before this, and I’m grateful that habit is behind me. I now feel significantly healthier and more content.

[@Jerre69]

@Stephlovaahh Engaging in a ketogenic lifestyle means your body shifts to burning fat for energy, a process that is more complex and can sustain satiety longer. I’ve also found that plant-based proteins align better with my limited meat intake. Starting a fasting regimen can be challenging at first. If hunger strikes, it’s okay to gradually work your way up instead of diving into a 16-hour fast. There’s no shame in ending your fast earlier than planned. Remember, by choosing this path, you’re already making a commendable effort towards maintaining your health. Listen to your body’s cues-if it signals the need for a small bite, go ahead and eat.

[@mikec2845]

How did you manage to continue hitting enough calories? I did keto and lost a ton of weight quickly (I am morbidly obese) but my problem is that I'm very sedentary and don't have much appetite. Keto (I did 20g carbs/day) left me feeling weak and sick and horrible, even doing it for months. I would never eat three meals a day, some weeks averaging 800cal a day. I lost the weight, though, and need to lose a lot more. It is hard to up exercise and also bring down caloric intake simultaneously.

[@Jerre69]

@@mikec2845 Have you considered taking a keto supplement? It's important to replenish the extra electrolytes and minerals that are often depleted when you begin a keto diet. Also, are you interested in gaming? I've found that VR gaming is an enjoyable way to stay active. I don’t really measure my intake, I just eat in the six hour space for the amount my body needs it.

[@mikec2845]

@@Jerre69 I haven't really known what kind of supplements to use, mostly it looks like people are just shilling for overpriced minerals. Any recommendations? Thanks for the advice, yeah I use VR quite a bit, it's a great way to get some exercise and I should definitely be using it more often

[@Jerre69]

@@mikec2845 keto diet can cause an initial loss of water weight, which means important electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and magnesium can be depleted. Supplementing these can help prevent cramps, headaches, and fatigue.

[@nfischer7854]

Interviews like this make me want to be better student, to learn more and practice being better at life. So much knowledge.

[@ambition112]

0:00: 🍽 Dr. Giles Yeo, a leading expert on fat and how to burn it, discusses the truth about calories, veganism, and sustainable weight loss. 11:02: 🍽 The speaker discusses the polarized perspectives on food in society, with some people loving and enjoying food while others fear it due to health concerns and restrictive diets. 25:00: ⚠ Obesity is an emergency due to its association with diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain cancers. 32:43: 💡 The speaker discusses the economic impact of obesity and the need to address it, as well as the limitations of BMI as a measure of health. 43:59: 💡 Calories are a blunt tool for measuring food quality and do not reflect the amount of energy it takes to metabolize protein. 55:35: 🧬 Genetic tests can provide insights into food intolerances and predispositions, such as lactose intolerance and alcohol metabolism. 1:06:09: 🌱 The interview discusses the plant-based diet and the misconceptions around it, emphasizing the need for everyone to eat 10-20% less meat for both environmental and health reasons. 1:17:12: 🍊 Orange juice is not as healthy as people think, as it has the same sugar concentration as Coca-Cola and lacks the benefits of eating a whole orange 1:27:03: 🏋‍♂ Exercise is important for weight maintenance but not as effective for weight loss. 1:37:25: 💪 The interview discusses body positivity and the need for a non-stigmatizing approach to obesity, as well as the importance of making healthier food cheaper. 1:48:28: 📚 The speaker reflects on the impact of seeing loved ones with health issues and the importance of evidence-based information in healthcare. Recap by Tammy AI with useful time stamps =)

[@takbardzoomnie918]

so nothing new here really, thanks for recap

[@kat4onelove]

The comment I was looking for. Thanks, you're the best!

[@singaporeghostclub]

Thank you for your effort

[@wendy1908]

Thank you!

[@shanafehr]

Thank you!!! 💐💐💐🤍🤍🤍

[@svass70]

He is such a well-spoken, educated, sympathetic and inspirational guy. Just listening to him put a big smile on my face.

[@staycurious3954]

He sounds like a true scientist ❤

[@yoya4766]

Unlike Bartlett

[@tigertalks1567]

But heis about 30lbs overweight

[@AJ-iu6nw]

oh, and he's quite chubby

[@rwiii5115]

Well ignorance is bliss after all...

[@abrahamwondafrash7549]

I love this guy...I could listen to him 24 hours...and he is the reason I stopped fasting...but kept eating healty.

[@DamiansWord]

Why is he the reason you stopped fasting? Fasting gives the benefit of natural HGH without the bad side effects that would come if you were to take hgh without fasting.

[@siempreseagull2]

You didn't stop fasting. You are either fasting or you are eating. Do you eat in your sleep?

[@Timetotravel298]

Go listen to Dr. Peltz, much better knowledge

[@lbplease]

​@DamiansWord absolutely, fasting has many healing properties, for our mind ,body, & Soul!!!

[@ada6044]

​​@@DamiansWord wait until you get a stomach acidity problems like me. I was extremely healthy before fasting, never had anything, after only 2 months of fasting I had gut problems and acidity. I started to eat normal, healthy but normal and I'm great again.

[@jsema100]

This is one of the most reasonable, intelligent, and non biased podcast I have ever heard... Tired of the keto promoters and vegan promoters taking lots of things in their own favor.. Thank You!!

[@puidemare2337]

Seriously? Dude is promoting his book

[@SU-bc4vn]

@@puidemare2337 Very true. Thats why I don't trust these "experts".

[@benwaggler3541]

I don't think he makes a great case about a vegan diet. The reality is most people in so called "developed" countries can and should eat vegan. Animal agriculture is not sustainable, is harmful to the environment, and while a little isn't unhealthy, a lot is. The reality is animals are supplemented vitamin B12, which is why vegans need to supplement it as well.

[@vincentchapman8595]

it was pretty good overall but dude is far from unbiased, he injected political science a few times.

[@_cesay]

My mom is a keto promoter and trying to make me do keto. I tried, but found that it's nearly impossible to have more fats than carbs. Carbs are in almost every food and the only good fat you can get are from eggs, nuts, and oil. So that means I'll need to cut everything from my diet and only survive on eggs, nuts, and oil?! And there's carbs in eggs too, and I can't go over 50g of carbs, and have to get around 150g of fat? How much olive oil and nuts do I have to consume?? It's unsustainable. I tried for 2 weeks to eat more fat than carbs but seriously, impossible.

[@leigh-anne3311]

As someone who has suffered from disordered eating for over 10 years, I really appreciate the approach that was taken in discussing it in a non judgmental and educational way. I found this very helpful.

[@BBbalistia]

Me as well🩷

[@FlowersHereGrow]

Same here ❤

[@ouranos0101]

Dr Giles Yeo is not only extremely eloquent, wise, but he's a riot and mood to listen to. What a wonderful guest!

[@beatefackler3518]

My thought. 👏👏👏👏

[@pattyengler2569]

I totally agree! He is not only brilliant but also has a dynamic and sweet personality!

[@beniciabowcher-royce7661]

The best most informative interview I've listened to for a long time. Governments taking responsibility for making food healthier and cheaper should be a major priority.

[@Feelisegood]

Healthier food always comes with a price increase because of the decrease of productivity per acre. Let's not live in a pink cloud with pink glasses.

[@beniciabowcher-royce7661]

I'm sure we all know that - I only buy organic

[@KryptoKn8]

​@@Feelisegoodyou _are_ aware that they could just make alot of food, specifically processed foods, with less sugar and sodium yeah? It is always hilarious to me how foods with low carbohydrates (which is sugars aswell) tend to have stupidly low calories. You won't be _healthy_ from purely low carb, but it would most certainly help people not be so overweight. I very, very rarely see people have health issues related to dietary needs other than being overweight. Usually you get your required fats, vitamins, minerals etc. just from everything, you don't really need to keep an eye out for it. Carbohydrates? Wonderful if you need alot of energy or try to gain mass, absolutely horrible if you're trying to lose weight

[@Feelisegood]

@@KryptoKn8 Just stop buying bad food mate

[@dooshimastone]

Took me months before I brought myself to watch this podcast…it’s so wholesome. I needed to see this today. Thanks Steve and Giles.

[@blake3445]

The way a physician described it to me - your body’s current weight (whatever it is) is your base weight. When you lose weight - let’s say 50lbs - in order for your brain to accept that new weight as its base weight, you would need to maintain it for about 2 - 3yrs for the reason Dr. Yeo described in this discussion. Loved this dialogue, his spirit of teaching shows❤

[@mas-udal-hassan9277]

Obviously, it’s still possible to lose weight on any diet - just eat fewer calories than you burn, right? The problem with this simplistic advice is that it ignores the elephant in the room: hunger. Most people don’t like to “just eat less,” as it may result in having to go hungry forever. Sooner or later, many will likely give up and eat without restriction, hence the prevalence of “yo-yo dieting.” While it should be possible to lose weight on any diet, some appear to make it easier and some to make it much harder. The main advantage of the low-carb diet is that it may cause you to want to eat less. Even without counting calories, overweight people tend to eat fewer calories on low carb. Thus, calories count, but you don’t need to count them..

[@Em-vj8sm]

I found that when you lose a lot of weight and maintain it for several years, the weight your body wants to be is still higher than what you are maintaining but it is lower than where you started. It makes me think perhaps we need to get very close to being underweight and maintain that, to convince our bodies that a 'healthy weight' is the new baseline.

[@zxyatiywariii8]

@Emma Maybe so . . . but in a healthy way, and slowly. There was a study on contestants of "The Biggest Loser" TV series, and most had significantly lower metabolisms than when they started. Many gained back all the weight they'd lost and more; but it took fewer calories to do so. So they were almost all worse off than before they'd lost the weight. But they lost it insanely quickly, devoting time to exercise (sometimes 8 hours a day) which they could never maintain once they went back to their jobs.

[@blake3445]

@@zxyatiywariii8 @emma both of you are correct and it’s more than likely the reason why doctors and dietitians suggest losing weight gradually as opposed quickly. It gives your body real time to adjust and allows you to truly develop the habits that will maintain it in the long run. It’s a marathon, not a sprint🫶🏽

[@Em-vj8sm]

@@blake3445 it sure is. I've been losing weight for a decade and haven't yet found the magic method for stopping my metabolism being 'damaged'. I'm not a medical professional or dietician and I don't know how to explain exactly what happens but the effect are obvious. Fatigue, brittle nails, dry damaged hair, skin problems, reflux, slow gut motility etc. I can maintain a lower weight than my body likes for a year or so but can't break through that plateau where I get sick. As I said it's taken a decade to get my 'set point' down by about 20kg (40 something lbs) the most I have from my start weight was 30kg. Nowhere near where I think I need to be. It is definitely a marathon!

[@ladyamberskye]

I love how excited he gets when you talk about the diets you have or are trying. He clearly loves what he does.

[@TamiaPeach]

This channel is one of the most intellectually rewarding one on the internet! The amount of knowledge per minute spent is amazing. Keep it up!

[@victoriar9728]

yes, we can eat in moderation from all food groups: meat, dairy, eggs, fish, fruits, vegetables, healthy oils , seeds, legumes, grains, salt... raw or cooked but not overly processed . This is my experience as well; it is difficult to be fanatical about a fad diet, stick to common sense and eat sensibly with gratitude. Thank you for this very balanced discussion. Do not be carried away when people dictate how and what you should eat. I adjust the food groups according to how my body responds. All the different diet fads, there is some truth to it, so pick the meat and spit the bones as it were.

[@j3551kuh]

Dr. Yeo is such an incredible orator. I genuinely could listen to him explain these things all day long, he speaks in such an engaging manner.

[@worldbender1436]

he's not right at all lmao you cannot argue with thermodynamics

[@texican512]

@ World Bender yeah I cannot take him serious with that chipmunk face 😂. He’s obviously doing something wrong but too stubborn to believe thermodynamics

[@makeit2649]

@@worldbender1436 That is very reductionist thinking. How our body uses food involves way more than just thermodynamics. For instance, if an obese person takes in 2000 calories of soda, their liver will process that directly into stored fat - even if they take in nothing else all day. In contrast, if that person took in 2000 calories of protein and fat, their body will process this much more slowly, and store far less of it as fat. So the idea that a calorie is a calorie is simply false. The source of calories does matter. Also, did you listen to his explanation of caloric availability? If you eat 100 calories of sugar, your body will able to extract almost 100% of the calories from that (because almost no energy to process sugar). If you eat 100 calories of protein, your body will only be able to extract 70% of those calories, because it takes more energy for your body to extract the energy (calories) from that protein. Summary: the laws of thermodynamics do matter - but looking at raw calories doesn't account for the thermodynamics involved in digestion of the specific foods you choose to eat.

[@JS-ll8nk]

He’s talks like an Asian Neil Degrasse Tyson

[@lisaalexander1824]

He's so slow it TAKES all day to listen😅

[@ThatBlondeRecluse]

As a drug & alcohol counselor in recovery myself, I remind my clients that our substances of choice help us cope until they start to kill us. That’s where addiction starts. When Dr. Yeo said “this has kept us alive until it is killing us” about our access to food in general and also poor quality food, I heard that! Thank you for the excellent content!

[@EntithDeZephyr]

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[@Cryin_Lion]

Thank you for writing this! I appreciate what you said on a number of levels, including personally as I'm in recovery as well. The way you put it really resonates with me. Your kind and generous, thanks again!

[@LTPottenger]

and just like with those things, fasting is the best way to control food addiction. Then come back with healthier food no veg oil, sugar or bread and you will be on the right track!

[@mariaa4572]

@@LTPottenger restrictions on food is not ok...

[@LTPottenger]

@@mariaa4572 total nonsense

[@juliaklymenko195]

I’ve never heard of Dr. Yeo, but what a delightful guest. An honest and realistic conversation! Thank you

[@TitoChinitoPH]

This the probably the sincerest way I have seen for asking a subscription for a KZbin channel. You got a new subscriber sir, 2.5 minutes in. Good job! Keep 'em podcasts coming.

[@sbIvanov]

Quotes and notes from the podcast: 1. Most non-infectious diseases are caused by a bad diet! (Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, some cancers) 2. There is no single right diet, you need to find the right diet for yourself. It has to fit biologically, psychologically and lifestyle-wise. Otherwise, you will never stick to it and make it worth it!

[@sbIvanov]

​@@tom7676 Hello Tom! Let me correct it to T2 diabetes! No one has argued that T1 is caused by food. But, in Bulgaria, we rightfully call T2 diabetes "The old people diabetes"

[@patrycja2696]

Yes there is one perfect diet for all. Low carbs. Different type for different people. Keto, carnivore, ketavore.

[@ImSimplyAHuman]

On the note of what would be the right diet… I think it depends on your environment too. If you live in the frozen tundra you’re going to eat a lot of protein and hardly any carbs… And if you live in a place that doesn’t have a lot of animal meat available you’ll probably eat a ton of carbs etc Of course that’s different now with worldwide food networks but it stands to reason that humans are meant to eat what’s in their environment and have a variety of foods

[@sportysbusiness]

@@tom7676 Not true, the average person eats way too little animal protein. The min RDA is 0.8g per lb of bodyweight. The optimal is well over 1g per lb of bodyweight.

[@ericreed4535]

@@sportysbusiness Where do you live? Check your math. And it's protein total, not limited to animal protein 2 grams per kilo is considered excessive and not optimal. What's the average protein consumption per day in the US, Australia, etc?

[@Krinsta1]

My Dad is 86 and he still lifts weights and has never put on any weight. He is way healthier than most people I know, including me.

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

We are not all the same, even in the same family with the same genetics.

[@roninesce8362]

@@geraldmcmullon2465 …you mean some of same genetics 😊

[@Jasmillmelisa]

Loved this!!! Really enjoy the science behind nutrition nd our bodies. “How not to Diet” mentions some of the facts he talks about like Leptin

[@edwinamendelssohn5129]

@@geraldmcmullon2465 he's healthier because he exercises not because he is "different."

[@CL-jq1xs]

@@edwinamendelssohn5129 it's not mutually exclusive

[@stevenb8279]

Amazing guest. Hugely likeable, engaging, knowledgeable, and fun. The type of person the world needs more of. I also like the way you let your guests speak without interruption. Great interview. Thank you

[@erinpedder]

This content is sensational. Im battling through bulimia recovery still after many years. All the conflicting diet info makes it even harder! Being both below and above our homeostatic weight range have severely negative consequences to holistic health. Navigating the world of nutrition is chaotic, confusing and consciously all consuming!! Thankyou for sharing such valuable information!!

[@irishrider]

Weight loss starts in the mind, control the mind, and the body will follow. I was 130kg and went to 93kg. It's a psychological change first.

[@Bladesmobile]

Explain

[@josephinepoku1260]

I agree. There also needs to be a determination to change as well, i think.

[@mmhcreates]

@@Bladesmobile don't give in to the thoughts that want you to eat crap food and too much food.

[@irishrider]

@Keefclimbs For me, I had to open my mind to new experiences, hiking, yoga, boxing, weight lifting, and running. Also, find the reasons I ate so much in the first place.

[@4x4r974]

@@Bladesmobile basically you cant wait to feel "motivated". Motivation is just an emotion. You need discipline.

[@elainedenning]

Giles is so engaging, and relatable, and I could listen to him for hours. Best one yet.

[@marywood8794]

Yes! He must be a good professor.

[@brittanyparistx]

Totally agree!!! And they have great chemistry together! Make him a regular!!! 😂

[@brittanyparistx]

@@marywood8794omg I bet his class would be so fun and fascinating!!!!! Imagine 8-10 weeks of this education. Wow.

[@marywood8794]

@@brittanyparistx Yes the only problem is that I'd have to be able to afford to go to the U.K. to get it. Lol

[@natalied6923]

Right? So real.

[@galex5060]

Thanks for a great interview! Your questions were well considered and spot on. Dr Yeo was so eloquent and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure to watch, especially given the length of the interview. It was quite a validation for my thoughts and attitudes to diet and exercise. Often the big companies complicate it and it all becomes about making money. Let's not get started about politics and the lobby groups.I am 62 and for most of life have been committed to exercise and eating well. I do cardio (75-90 minutes per day; elliptical some days, spinning some days, walking everyday) and resistance training 3 days per week. Of course, the pandemic put a hold on things for a while, but once lockdowns were over, I was back in the gym the same day and built up my fitness again. I am as fit as I was in my 20s and 30s, training up to 12 hours per week. Most people think I am in my late 40s.I eat well and my weight is in the healthy range. Like mentioned in the interview, you have to use or lose it, and I too, want to be able to do everything I can. It's all about mindset. There is a wonderful Chinese saying I live by which is "how old would you be if you didn't know how old you were". So, for me, I still feel like I'm 23. I see so many people in their 60s and 70s and they look old and worn out. But in the gym I have friend who is 84, still lifts weight and looks 10-15 years younger and he still hits the ski slopes as well.

[@ispeakproduction6005]

Dr Giles is so personable and down to earth. And I love how he breaks down all the science but doesn’t make absolutes. I hear a lot of “it depends” vs “do this only” or “calories in, calories out”

[@mmotsenbocker]

I am surprised by how accurate this scientist is. Virtually all nutrition advice on the internet is wrong or misleading but this guy really nails so many issues accurately. I have a PhD in nutrition and have a real difficult time finding anything that is not misleading- but this guy is very informed and provides useful information. Anyone who wants to learn nutrition should follow this scientist.

[@naturalsleepcoach42]

He’s not even close. Anyone saying using supplements as a normal part of a human diet is clueless to health. Secondly all food gurus who don’t account for leptin and other master hormones will never be healthy. Food modulates circadian rhythms. You can’t fix hormone disregulation only with diet.

[@aoisora1445]

my relative already knew most of what he said already, but some things you are not allowed to teach anymore, and lots of nutritional things promoted by pharmacies never include important details and its also a business that gets in the way... its not that no one knows these things, its that most of it gets silenced so people will buy certain food products... A person still asked my why i did not take the fat free version of food, and I was like you eating the fat free version but you still gaining weight, i am eating the whole wheat full of fat situation...

[@shogunofharlem8240]

No, he's actually just as ignorant as you'd expect a mainstream guy like him to be.

[@solomonking328]

How do calories not matter??? I disagree!

[@johnmartinsen963]

@@solomonking328 Keep learning and you will agree. Keep counting if you think it matters, but it doesn't work for weight loss.

[@SpyAlelo]

This is by far the most respectful, intelligent, well-prepared and thought out interview that I've ever seen on KZbin and I watched all one hour and fifty minutes of it. Loved every second of it, very informational and to the point. Dr Giles Yeo definitely has some great answers and I learned a lot from it.

[@mk9330]

I agree 100%, it's the first person I have watched regarding diet and health that makes sense.

[@OneDawn4All]

I was just going to say exactly the same thing!! When I 1st saw the video length, I thought "*sigh* Why so long? Who has this much time?" but because I am passionately interested in the topic, I then thought, "You don't have to watch the whole thing in one 'sitting' (walking). It will be saved in your history to finish whenever you're able;" however, it was SO COMPELLING I couldn't/ can't stop watching!

[@jondoe7936]

🤔🤔🤔 man some people are stranger than strange man seriously I've seen this exact write up about 250 times so far 🤔🤔🤔👈🏻 like 😳 bro

[@Wallabynge]

He doesn't understand the alkali residue diet, though. It's all about potassium, calcium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, sulfur, not the pH of the food. I havent ascertained whether there is any net truth to the diet, but people are generally deficient in magnesium and potassium, and tend to eat too much sulfur and phosphorus.

[@siiiiiuu7]

Agree. It's strange that some of the people in the comments, I'm assuming gym bros, are resorting to name-calling and body shaming this man because they're incapable of understanding the nuanced takes that are being presented. This man is a respected scholar and scientist who repeatedly references calories, caloric breakdowns, and caloric equivalencies. He acknowledges that calories can be a resource to measure nutrition, but advises that it shouldn't be the main resource. It's unbelievable how many people go out of their way to misinterpret and malign an expert in their field.

[@monBon100]

Never heard of this doctor and I will follow him now! What am amazing interview. He's so easy to speak to, with a healthy dose of humor. Would love a sit down with someone like this!

[@ArifAli-hg1eq]

Hi, after watching health and diets videos for many years (and practicing different methods) finally I find ONE rational, logical doctor to explain with an open mind, a profound knowledge with clear logic and common sense. Salute and respect to both of you for this masterpiece. Dr. Giles Yeo you are a lighthouse for health seekers.

[@thenonexistinghero]

That's because most doctors/experts just repeat what they've been taught, rather than actually think about what something means. Doesn't really take much diving into things to see that calories don't really mean anything. It's most comparable to BMI. A rough estimate for something a food/drink provides. This way they can wrap it into a pretty package for marketing to sell people unhealthy low calorie products. That being said, going on a low calorie diet isn't exactly a bad idea. As long as you stick to healthy, mostly unprocessed foods it'll work just fine. Eat some eggs, fruit, veggies and maybe 100 grams or so of meat a day. You can vary up with some dairy products and grains as well (but I would not recommend those every day). If you do that you'll lose weight easily. Eating some cooked eggs in the morning will make sure you won't go hungry later in the day and overal you'll likely be pretty energetic. I did this for a while and lost nearly 20 kilos over the course of a few months without even exercising (I know I should have, but I was too lazy).

[@janwarie]

I have never stayed watching for two hours on any video on youtube ever. This is was a very mind opening talk and Giles has been been a wonderful guest. The back and forth was also both funny and entertaining. There were many things discussed that were so expertly but simply discussed that my muggle brain just ate it up. Thank you Dr Yeo for doing what you do. You will save a lot of lives. And also many thanks for not cancelling chocolate altogether. 😅

[@TheNessquest]

Agreed....

[@mk9330]

Me too

[@agentorange8888]

Hahah “genetics of the puffer fish was not going to pay my mortgage.” As an academic, I can totally relate 😂

[@eastcoast4233]

Honestly one of the best videos I’ve seen (I’ve seen many!). Worth watching whole thing. Would love an updated video once more research done.

[@kaliayang8504]

I love your interviews. You’re so genuine and ask such great questions.

[@meilinaa.8185]

I am normally not a podcast listener, but your style of interviewing as well as the quality of the guest and your questions really shows how prepared and engaged you are. I truly enjoyed watching/listening to the entire thing. It was overall very well done as well as very informative

[@MasterKaloryfer]

Yes, me too, the guest was great, very informative and presented in a funny and interesting way ☺️

[@DannyB-cs9vx]

In my 60's I lost 50 lbs using the Keto Diet. I was about 150lb in my early 20's. I am back there again. I was not a perfectionist at Keto. When out for dinner with others I ate high carbs at times. I heard and believe that it is not what you do once in a while that helps or harms. It is what you do most of the time.

[@ellieantar809]

Absolutely nuggets of wisdom. The information is no BS, honest and direct. Dr Giles Yeo is brilliant and down-to-earth..Fabulous

[@NotesWithNate]

One of the best podcasts I have ever listened to... Amazing! 🎉

[@jayduncan9315]

At 60, I have been reborn!! I literally cleaned my house listening to this whole podcast! LOL!! I have never heard anything more practical, non-preachy and sensible in my life regarding the food we eat. Thank you so much Dr. Yeo for helping me enter my third chapter. I DO want to walk those damn stairs for the next 20 years of my life. Resistance training it is and here is to a happier and non punishing relationship with food. I would, however like to mention that exercise can improve mental health and increase endorphins, so, just as you mentioned, exercise alone may not make huge differences on the scale (if you do not eat in a more healthy way), it can improve mental health and ones outlook on life.

[@DeeDeeKarol]

❤️❤️

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

@@Jay, that is fabulous!!! 🙌🏻 Wishing you the best on your new journey and next “healthy” chapter, Sir!! 🙏🏻💚

[@LoudMinded]

Check out Pahla B. here on KZbin, she is uplifting and has great exercises targeting 50+ ages.

[@jenjen836]

I lost weight by not eating after my last meal of the day (which stopped evening emotional snacking), stopped all refined sugar, stopped processed food, reduced the carbs a little bit, and stopped alcohol. Stopping alcohol feels great and like cutting off a ball and chain.

[@noctodemus]

I discovered this podcast a couple of months ago and my only regret is not finding it sooner. Amazing work.

[@swimm3r137]

I've been studying food for the last 10 years and this blew my socks off! So much confirmed and I learned more than I thought.

[@suzetteccc]

At 66 I have been on every diet until 10 years ago. I no longer need to diet, except after a vacation! I now have meat ,vegetables and my home made 100% whole grain bread, and lots of good olive oil, nuts and avocados - things I avoided because they are so "fattening". I finally found an activity that I enjoy, which I feel has helped enormously. Dr Yeo has answered so many questions I have had over the years. What a pleasure it was to meet him. He is truly inspiring. Brilliant interview. Thank you to both.

[@mdhs6575]

dont eat bread it will kill you

[@sawa1067]

Grain is fattening though. Farmers fatten their cattle with grains. I can't understand why humans and domesticated animals have an obesity problem. I guess we will never know

[@gasperstarina9837]

Things you just mentioned are most fattening with 9kcal per gram 😂 sorry but this guy is bs

[@SieMiezekatze]

I have tried to gain weight (muscle ) for years... I always eat olive oil and nuts religiously to maximize my daily calorie intake... I despise all sugar, fried food and sweets.. It is so hard to gain weight when you despise fattening food

[@mdhs6575]

@@SieMiezekatze get more protein

[@weltcitizen3533]

Tim Spector and Giles Yeo - What a combination?! I watched both podcasts one after the other in that order and I'm flashed. The combination is a real blast. Giles is an incredible speaker. I especially enjoyed listening to him. His energetic delivery not only entertained me, but kept my attention throughout the podcast. Thank you so much! I'm completely blown away.

[@Z.November]

Dr. Giles was an absolutely delightful, fun and insightful guest. First podcast I watched in its entirety.

[@TheEmelda]

The chemistry between you two is amazing; like two old friends sharing info. Also, this was packed with meaningful information. THANK YOU. Sincerely.

[@andrewscott1380]

This is the second interview I have watched on your channel, and I subscribed on this one. The great radio broadcaster, Hugh Hewitt, said, "Good interviewers ask short questions, and let their subjects speak." You're a natural. Well done. Looking forward to more from your channel.

[@TheSpookyFriendsClub]

I concur

[@Ricky-Ricardo82]

THIS. This was the honest interview and video I've been looking for all my life. I figured out everything that was discussed on my own, but this video confirms my self-discovery of my body, health and lifestyle. I choose to eat to live, not live to eat. Thank you! 👏👏👏

[@kaysmovingwithpurpose4420]

Amen! I love you got confirmation I did as well 👏🙏🏾

[@Karess8701]

I THROUGHLY enjoyed listening to his articulation on all food topics! This was so nice, and your questions were also very good at getting all of the topics across!

[@AncaFit]

Doctor Giles is amazing, I found out so many things from this interview. Great interview, so glad to find this channel.

[@ggukiescave]

I’m 18 and tired of my shaky relationship with food. This podcast provided so much insight.

[@sportylad99]

Don’t just take one persons view on things. Do your research. I’m a PT and it frustrates me how one person says this and other persons say that. At the end of the day, eat a healthy balance diet and exercise and avoid as much processed made products I.e fizzy drinks; sweets; fast food and alcohol. Don’t get me wrong i have some of these but in now keep to a minimum

[@sportylad99]

@@boochi7087 and it’s your narrow mindedness which will hold you back in life. That and the stick that is stuck up your ***. Why are you coming at me with this attitude. If feel sorry you have to act like that. Back to the topic at hand. Like with everything in life, a well qualified expert will say something and another well qualified person with the same qualifications will say the opposite. Hence it’s all about getting a number of opinions and having a balance in life. I didn’t say anything untoward Dr.Yeo, just giving Kirsten good sound advice. Kirsten is young and clearly unsure which direction to take. I advised her to stick with the basics and do more research. Hope you find a doctor to remove that stick and manage to become more open minded

[@sportylad99]

@@boochi7087 you are a fool sir and rude from the start. You made an attack on my first post and following up once against. Now accusing me of taking steroid. I have never taken steroids and also a former professional athlete. And once again, I never said to take just my advice. My advice was to listens to many others!!!! I just laid out the basics of eating clean. You are coming off very sad and pathetic. Also you said my words reiterated what he said anyway.

[@boochi7087]

@@sportylad99 I feel like I've been really mean and I've upset you. I'm really sorry about it. I've deleted my previous responses to you. Enjoy the rest of your day.

[@XOJeanne]

Found myself with an eating disorder and THIS is fantastic timing to hear what a professional has to say on weight loss. Thank you! ❤

[@panankan1299]

Please don’t fall for this. If you have an eating disorder get emotional healing - see a therapist. You are NOT at the mercy of your genes. You CAN control, when you’re in an emotionally healthy place, your weight through a sustainable healthy lifestyle ❤

[@infini_ryu9461]

@@panankan1299 Emotional Healing is only part of the puzzle. Mentality is highly linked to diet, that is a fact. If you make sure you get enough nutrients from your food, then that is going to make it a lot easier to deal with mental issues. The brain is made of matter. It needs to be fed properly. The significant reduction of animal fat and fat soluble vitamins over the past 100 yrs has been a disaster for mental and overall health. Humans are hypercarnivores by nature and our brain is made of animal fat and protein.

[@R_W103]

What type of eating disorder? Genuinely interested

[@panankan1299]

@@infini_ryu9461 exactly. It goes back to what and how much, one puts in their mouth

[@jdmosaics]

@@infini_ryu9461 I so agree with you here… For me I can not go without animal protein.

[@veraghaly8321]

Such a captivating interview. Absolutely new topic for me .. I left this interview more aware , educated & encouraged to live healthier & well self controlled life .

[@AyseIben]

Thank you so much for making these podcasts. They are all so inspiring and interesting and cant get enough of them....😍

[@amanieaboushi6099]

I absolutely love your channel!! I stumbled across it accidentally, but I’m so glad I did. I love that you asked questions that pertain to you, because 99.9% are generally going through the same or some similar experience. I appreciate your approach, and your vulnerability. It makes such a big difference in connecting to you and your channel.❤

[@charlynewilder1522]

Honestly I watched this entire podcast and wondered where you've been all this time! I'm so glad I discovered you. I could have listened to you and Dr. Yeo for a much longer period of time. Thank you both for enlightening the public with facts and doing so in such an interesting and entertaining fashion.

[@edkisselback463]

I was hoping to hear a lot of hard scientific data but I heard a lot of philosophically motivated advice.

[@CanYouHandleThis]

This was really good! I also loved the time stamps in the bio thanks 👍

[@katylin5857]

This man needs to be celebrated! This is the most enlightening, entertaining, and engaging video I’ve ever watched on KZbin!

[@worldbender1436]

He doesn't need to be celebrated, his info might lead to a healthier life but he is not right about calories, the ONLY reason you lose or gain weight is due to calories, even disorders and diseases still have to do with calories. It's just science, you cannot argue with thermodynamics

[@adia990]

@@worldbender1436 no, it's about what you eat too. Yes, less calories an more movement will equal weightloss, but to his point, calories are only a reference. If you are on a 2500 calorie diet, but you only eat cake and brownies and pizza etc, you will not be satisfied, you will have crap health, and you will probably die faster. Quality of calories is bounds more important that just the number.

[@worldbender1436]

@@adia990 i understand what you mean, please reread my comment and you will see i mentioned this. Calories are the Single most important thing to WEIGHTLOSS, i COULD strictly drink 2500 calories worth of Sprite if my maintenance Was around 2700 and Lose weight, although this isnt healthy i will still Lose weight

[@worldbender1436]

@@adia990 i agree with you though im just touching on something a lot of people dont seem to understand which is thermodynamics. I try to eat a fruit and meat based diet with a bit of vegetables every now and then and i feel really energized and happy

[@jimjimson6208]

@@worldbender1436 On god go off king, people seem to conflate overall health with weight loss. Eating a nutritionally rich diet is obviously important for health, but if you somehow managed to eat 15000kJ of cabbage it is going to have the same effect on your weight as eating 15000kJ of chocolate, and vice versa. Eating healthier foods will almost certainly make maintaining a healthy energy intake easier, and will result in greater overall health, but it isn't the magical cure for weight loss as ultimately the amount of energy you eat is what determines your weight change. I have been working out and measuring myself daily for years, and to the surprise of absolutely nobody, when I eat more than my maintenance kilojoules my weight goes up and vice versa. Same case for everyone else I know who tracks their macronutrients and weighs themself regularly. I'll believe that energy in vs energy out isn't the determining factor for weight gain when I meet someone who can eat more than their maintenance energy without gaining weight or the opposite. Advocating for quality nutrition is great, and encouraging the general population to healthier eating is undoubtedly going to be an important strategy to reduce obesity and increase population health from an administrational perspective, but I think that the claim that god knows how many years of hard evidence about energy balancing are built on LIES is plain clickbait.

[@MariaMoleEpic]

Best Fricken interview I have watched in a very long time. Amazing! Both of you have such incredible chemistry that this was an absolute joy to be a part of. Absolutely amazing! Thank you.

[@Sarie2727]

This was wonderful. You ask the best questions, and he was so animated and enjoyable as well as knowledgeable 😊

[@yosimt]

Having just found your channel in the past month, I have been binge watching your videos. OMG I am awe struck! But this interview was by far the best one. Thank you for putting in so much thought and time to research and interview amazing people.

[@saraismail5632]

I too don’t have breakfast anymore. I follow a low carb diet to help my insulin resistance which is key for many things including hormone regulations as a woman. Never felt more energetic because i cut out sugar, starchy foods, and all carbohydrates. It’s okay if your gut feels hungry, and yet you don’t eat. Your gut is made to get through that and make it through. Good luck to all on your health journey, what works for me may not work for you, just remember that your health and your body are a loan you need to take care of.

[@geekycoder3669]

I couldn’t live without carbs. Carbs is energy. I need it to train hard. It’s probably fine not to have so many carbs if you’re overweight but it’s a macronutrient like protein and fats. I’m incredibly fit have a toned body, I’m 40 and look young for my age and I’ve kept the weight off for years now. And I’ve had 2 kids, one was 11lbs 15oz. The carbs I eat is mostly rice and fruit

[@saraismail5632]

@@geekycoder3669 i see. Good for you! Personally i’m not going low carb to lose weight necessarily, i’m fit and happy with my weight. I do it to control the glucose in my blood, which will trigger the hormone production in my ovaries as a woman, since i might be subject to a slight hormone imbalance ;) good luck and good job for being healthy at your age, big achievement 🙏🏼

[@defixon]

@@geekycoder3669Biologically, you could live without carbs. It’s the only macronutrient your body doesn’t really need to survive, but I get what you’re saying. I stay low carbs for insulin sensitivity, but on leg day I definitely eat more carbs before my workout for energy.

[@tootstoyou1]

I eat healthy unprocessed food, healthy carbs in the way of vegetables, eggs, meat, local goat yogurt… I also drink a couple glasses of the ole vino most nights :) Now 70, F and my energy is waning a bit. But I still walk and ride my bike everywhere. 10 lbs heavier than my ideal weight…. Oh well 🤷‍♀️. I figure it’s here to protect me somehow 😹

[@AL-hr9tv]

When two good people with such beautiful intentions sit down together, it's a great treat! And Giles you have a wonderful soul and I'm so glad you are doing society such a big big favour by sharing with us your privileged mind and showing us the positivity of so many aspects of who we are and how food can play an important role in our lives, the best medicine indeed!! You sure make the best of the different worlds! May you be blessed all the way❤

[@user-hm7dd6ue1m]

❤❤❤ loved this episode Steve. Dr. Yeo is brilliant. Finally the facts are put out there rather than another fad. I feel relaxed now to continue with my long weighloss journey at age 52. Thank you, thank you, thank you...❤

[@brentpowers9830]

Grew up on a dairy farm, lived off the land, and LOVE all dairy. Feel sorry for those who cannot.

[@Ilonamaee]

I truly enjoyed listening to Dr. Giles Yeo. I appreciate him spreading his truth and knowledge on a subject that the average individual would only receive from a nutritionist or trainer if they paid for it. Truly, truly appreciate the time spent discussing the science behind genetics and weight gain/loss. Thank you! Subscribed.❤

[@sct4040]

From 2000 on, I went from 115lb to 129lb. Retired in 2021, and lost 10 lbs by lowering carbohydrates. I am happy with my 120lbs at 64 years old. Eating less, and being stress free is the key.

[@A_Madden]

I'm enjoying your channel. These are quality interviews! You have a real skill. Thank you!

[@teen7034]

I thoroughly enjoyed this episode. Such good information. Thank you 🙏🏽.

[@petermartin5030]

On 800 calories a day meal replacement diet I lost 32lbs and 4 inches off my waist to control type 2 diabetes. Once back to controlled normal eating I find processed carbs are what trigger binge eating, and we don't need the calorie and blood sugar surge they bring. Therefore I eat veg, fruit, meat, fish, dairy without carbs and it gives plenty of calories. I pick the foods in these categories that I really enjoy, and do weekly meal prep and freezing to make it easier.

[@gloriasaliba3395]

Same for me

[@Morning2glory1]

How long did it take you to lose the weight?

[@petermartin5030]

@@Morning2glory1 10 weeks on 800 calorie a day meal replacement plan.

[@unknownunknown-ni1ns]

type 2 is pancreatic/insulin issue not diet, blood sugar spike is a symptom. keep up the good work controlling levels. research excess insulin level symptoms and be careful.

[@petermartin5030]

@@unknownunknown-ni1ns Type 2 diabetes can be caused by excess weight being stored as fat in the pancreas and liver, even in people like me who are not much overweight. It can in these cases be put into remission by shedding 2 stone or so on a short sharp very low calorie meal replacement diet, then keeping to the new weight by the correct maintenance calories thereafter. Research already done... look up Professor Roy Taylor of Newcastle University and subsequent patient trials and roll outs in the UK National Health Service.

[@kaylycoleman9956]

Incredible interview! You ask such thoughtful questions. You’re very intuitive, inquisitive and engaged as an interviewer. It didn’t even feel like an interview, which is a hard skill to master. I would love to hear more conversations like this. Just gained a new follower!

[@prayushgiri6515]

Thank you for this podcast, a brilliant podcast through and through. So much knowledge was gained and with a positive mindset as well. My main takeaways: 1. 16% protein 30 gm of fibre, and 5% or less of "added sugar". 2. Exercise is good maintenance of weight for use regular Joe's and Joyce's of the world. 3. The more muscle mass(natural) you have/gain the more metabolism rate you will have/gain.

[@annajester9171]

Thank you for an intelligent, science based, humorous and thoughtful conversation with your esteemed guest…. I am grateful as I navigate my weight loss journey as a 62 year old woman. I would also like to recommend another accomplished person, Mindy Pelz, who is an author and health practitioner and utube educator. Dr Mindy opened my world to understanding hormones, post menopause and weight loss. Thanks again and keep doing what you’re doing!

[@ktcooki276]

Oooh and she's now done an amazing podcast episode here right thanks for the pecommendation

[@stamatispelekanos650]

This video exemplifies a magnificent amount of brilliance. We have one guy explaining everything very well and another guy asking excellent questions. 2 very knowledgeable gentlemen.

[@1lordgray]

This is an amazing podcast. I’m 52 and was told by my doctor that I had to lose weight because of my liver and if I don’t lose weight she would put me on medication. So I have been walking on a treadmill to get me active since my job is sedentary. I’ve learned so much during this conversation and feel much less confused. Thank you both.

[@MarinaFrancesca]

Hi Michelle, I hope you're doing well. Once the weather gets a bit nicer, I just wanted to encourage you to try a walk in the woods. Start with a nice flat trail and your favorite podcast, and I you might very well get addicted. 😉

[@rachelminneapolis]

Nice! Good for you! Keep up the good work

[@fALSE.fLAGGOT]

@@MarinaFrancesca how'd you know her name was Michelle? 🧐

[@IoloIololoIoI]

@@fALSE.fLAGGOT its her username lol....

[@fALSE.fLAGGOT]

@@IoloIololoIoI LoL I knew that?🤭 JK for some reason premium YT membership shows up the actual username address like @________ not the display name.

[@user-ve6ek1cd1n]

I've been watching these videos for a while now, and I always got really interested in all your guests and the discussions raised. But I have to say, this time I enjoyed and learned so much that I so much agree with what you said at the end, that Giles has such a delivery of his word and work that I loved every part of this video. And finally subscribed to the channel . I really hope to keep learning with all of you and nurturing from the wise and exciting guests you keep inviting. It also really helps my vocabulary, listening, and pronunciation, because I'm from Argentina so I'm not a native English speaker, but yeah... thanks to all this great team

[@AlexKojfman]

This was a fantastic interview. I've already got his book and looking forward to reading it. Thank you! Glad I clicked on this.

[@SherG2774]

Okay….so how do we nominate Steven Bartlett for a Podcast award??? This episode was superb in every way! SB asked ALL the questions we needed answers for and Giles’s scientific and realistic modelling was extremely relatable. I am grateful for this impartation of wisdom and knowledge at this point in my life! 🎉🙏🏾👌🏾🙌🏾

[@tondraprice1498]

The BEST I've seen!🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@TheMsOShow]

TOTALLY AGREE! There were questions that I had and then boom he asked them!!!! He is an amazing interviewer as well.

[@peterthomas5792]

Great conversation. It's great to hear in-depth discussions on anything, there's far too little of it in these days of social media soundbites. For me, I've put on 20 pounds since leaving school 50 years ago, but still have a BMI of 22 so don't try too hard to shed it. > Most people want to cut fat / lose weight. People should instead concentrate on muscle/fat ratio - "I want to have better muscle mass ratio next week/month". That's the way to get to & maintain a healthy weight. Just be active, stay off the couch - it doesn't need gym sessions.

[@luluperez8255]

The point about caloric availability is mind blowing! Completely changes the way I think about calorie labels. With so much caloric range, it really drives home the point that nitpicking numbers are not that important, and that choosing overall healthier foods will make a bigger difference.

[@renixsa]

Such an honest and wonderful interview/video. The world really needs more realistic people like them. Thank you for making this.

[@Cuttiegirlsu]

Dr. Giles Yeo is a legend. This interview was fantastic and truly so informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@norlisamayes2888]

By far one of the best interviews that I have listened to in years. Thank you for this guest and his delivery of information that is vital to our health today and years in the future.

[@coffeewithlinda]

Hubby and I have ‘been keto’ for over 12 years. He’s 70 this year and I will be 66. Just had our annual physical, and we are both like someone 40 years younger. It IS sustainable.

[@pavlvs_maximvs]

I completely agree. Keto or low carb take no effort and are sustainable for life. Sugar being everywhere and bad social habits are the problem, not that way of eating.

[@hrodvithit]

Diet is not a one size fits all. I love keto, but I cycle it, personally.

[@coffeewithlinda]

Us, too. Strict at first, got us to where we wanted to be, then introduce some good carbs back in and live somewhere in between the two.@@hrodvithit

[@voxyyy3108]

So you're saying you're biologically 26 ? 😃 from your profile pic defo doesn't seem that way

[@ksealy4]

Wow what an open minded scientist! I wish more teachers and researchers had this mindset. His personally is infectious

[@FARID1870]

Love this interview and dialogue. Steve made it relatable because he basically fielded questions that we ourselves want to ask and based on his own personal experience. The length may be off-putting for some due to time constraints but the time stamps are useful and the content is engaging enough to make you watch uninterrupted. Shared with friends and family. Subscribed, thank you!

[@hueeldridge1689]

He’s so right about the ‘default factor’. If the food industry would just do this very simple suggestion, imagine how healthy we COULD be.

[@VintageCR]

yes but they do this to control us, to make more money of of us while in the mean time we get "bigger" and crave more and more.. foods/drinks/salts/sugars ect ect and the circle repeats. its very simple, we control our own intake(s).

[@nickgennady]

They don’t want us to be healthy because it’s not profitable

[@makingapoint]

90% the food industry is 7th day adventist owned or controlled and the other half is big sugar.

[@maggie-bj1vb]

Do you know the timestamp?

[@sylviarollins412]

This is my first time hearing Giles. Wow! So thankful! This was extremely relevant to me since I recently started watching some food documentaries and you are right, after you watch them you start to wonder what should you really eat, especially after watching those who tend to lean more towards veganism or raw. I loved what he had to say across the board because it all was scientific, sound and balanced. He gave information about calories, fat cells and so much that helped me to understand more how our bodies function and how we not all calories are created equal in regards to health and how our bodies absorb calories from foods. Thank you so much for sharing this podcast! It was amazing!!