Summary

In this episode, we discuss a range of important factors related to weight loss and body fat reduction, but with a view to what the scientific evidence really tells us as to their validity and efficacy. If you are looking to understand weight loss science, or serve clients who want weight loss but do not want to waste time trying ineffective methods or poor diets, then this episode of the Fit to Succeed show is a must listen!

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Guest biography:

Danny is the founder of Sigma Nutrition and the host of Sigma Nutrition Radio, a highly rated podcast on iTunes, where he has discussed today’s topic, science-based weight loss, several times. Danny earned his master’s degree (MSc.) in Nutritional Sciences from University College Cork, during which time he completed his research thesis directly under the world-renowned vitamin D researcher, Professor Kevin Cashman. He has also completed a BSc. Degree in Biology and Physics Education and spent a year teaching these subjects. In this field, he works as a performance nutritionist to professional MMA fighters, professional boxers and competitive powerlifters and has consulted with several teams across a range of sports. Outside of the nutrition world, Danny is a drug-free powerlifter, BJJ blue belt and a life-long Arsenal fan.

Episode details: Weight loss science

In this episode, we discuss a range of key topics surrounding the hotly contested topic of weight loss science, especially the calorie balance versus carbohydrate restriction debate.

• Topics discussed include:
• steps to formulate effective nutrition strategies
• principles that underpin calorie balance
• principles that underpin carbohydrate restriction
• common misconceptions surrounding calorie balance and carbohydrate restriction
• setting priorities for effect weight loss

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Sigma Nutrition Radio

Danny has discussed content that relates to weight loss science on his own radio show that you may be interested in to learn more on the scientific rationale behind effective weight loss. Here are the links to a few relevant episodes of Sigma Nutrition radio:

#166 Stephen Guyanet PhD – The neuroscience of over-eating and regulation of calorie balance

#210 Professor Tim Noakes and Martin McDonald – Carbohydrate intake, insulin resistance and body fat regulation

#223 Professor Chris Gardner – DIETFITS Trial 018