Ever wondered if tracking only your "bad" food choices could actually improve your overall nutrition? In this episode of the Mind Muscle Podcast, we kick things off with a bold new approach to food logging that's both effective and unexpectedly amusing. By focusing solely on junk food, clients found themselves more aware of their eating habits, setting the stage for more comprehensive tracking down the road. We share some entertaining anecdotes from this unorthodox strategy and discuss its benefits in easing into detailed nutrition goals.

Next, we go behind the headlines of the lawsuit against Onnit’s AlphaBrain supplement, promoted by Joe Rogan and Aubrey Marcus. We dissect the self-funded 2016 study that claimed to back AlphaBrain, pointing out its methodological flaws and conflicts of interest. Moreover, we touch on the broader issue of health and fitness headlines misrepresenting scientific studies, which often leads the public astray. We also discuss Gary Brecka's recent media spotlight for his so-called "Superhuman Protocol" that allegedly transformed Dana White's health, weighing the true impact of these methods against the undeniable benefits of a solid training regimen.

To wrap up, we revisit the ongoing debate of weightlifting versus cardio, sparked by a thought-provoking article in Barron's. Emphasizing the importance of a balanced approach to fitness, we critique the article's engagement tactics and discuss why combining strength and endurance training is essential, especially as we age. Our discussion advocates for seeing the bigger picture rather than falling into binary thinking. As always, we encourage our listeners to keep the mind and muscle intertwined, ensuring that there are no gains without brains. Keep lifting and learning!

Producer: Thor Benander
Editor: Luke Morey
Intro Theme: Ajax Benander
Intro: Timothy Durant

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