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Start with the noise and jokes, stay for the clarity. We’re taking a scalpel to health and fitness myths people keep bumping into, from GLP-1 panic to the 6 pm food curfew, and giving you the simple playbook that actually holds up. First up: GLP-1s like Wegovy and Ozempic don’t “melt muscle.” Rapid weight loss on a low-protein diet does. If appetite goes down and you eat less of the same low-protein meals, you risk losing lean mass. The fix is straightforward: keep protein high, strength train 2 to 3 times per week, and add fibre so you can stick to the plan.

Next, we crack the late-night eating myth. Calories at 9 pm are still calories. The real problem is behaviour: TV, wine, snacks, and decision fatigue. Some people even adhere better with more evening carbs when total calories are matched. Use a time window if it helps curb the 9 pm spiral, but don’t let a clock bully you. Then we take on sugar “addiction.” Your brain lights up with sugar, but it also lights up with hugs. That’s not the clinical definition of addiction. Ultra-palatable foods are engineered to be easy to overeat. The practical move is less demonising and more structure: protein-forward meals, fibre for fullness, treats without moral drama, and fewer opportunities to mindlessly graze.

We also address insulin and fructose fear. No, you can’t store fat in a chronic calorie deficit because insulin “trapped” it there. Fructose in fruit is not a poison; context and total energy matter. Spot reduction? Still a myth. Crunches build ab endurance, not selective fat loss. You’ll get a slimmer waist with a steady calorie deficit, lifting to keep muscle, and movement you can repeat all week. Breakfast myths fade too: your metabolism never shuts off, and meal frequency doesn’t stoke anything special. Choose a routine you’ll honour consistently.

Finally, we wind down with a tight review of Trick R Treat, a cult Halloween favourite whose rules are actually memorable: wear a costume, respect the jack-o’-lantern, and check your sweets. If only diet advice were that tidy. Until then, here’s what is: energy balance, protein, fibre, strength training, steps, sleep. Keep it simple, keep it human, and keep going.

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Want fat loss that survives real life, not just a good week? We cut through the noise by separating unchanging principles from interchangeable methods, then show how to choose the method that fits your actual routine. We map the four types of dieters so you can spot where you sit—especially the “unknowingly non‑adherent” trap where snacks, oils and sips quietly erase your deficit.

From sleep and stress to protein, fibre and social pressure, we share the small levers that move adherence without turning your life into a spreadsheet.

We dig into hedonic and emotional eating and why unconditional permission to eat often reduces binges more than rigid rules ever will. You’ll hear how controlled food variety supports consistency, why low‑hanging‑fruit habits deliver significant returns, and what the Kevin Hall study reveals about ultra‑processed foods and spontaneous over‑eating. We also unpack the distinction between fast and slow weight loss, when each approach makes sense, and the often-overlooked phase that most plans skip: maintenance. Think of maintenance as a skill—practice it to protect both results and headspace.

Metabolic adaptation gets a reality check: you’re not broken, just more efficient. Maintain muscle with protein and resistance training, stay active, and adjust your approach as needed. Finally, we challenge “clean eating” language and outline a flexible approach that uses structure without moralising food. If you’re tired of plans that look great on paper but collapse on Friday night, this conversation offers clear, evidence‑led steps you can repeat on busy weeks, not just perfect ones.

If this helped, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a sane plan, and leave a quick review—tell us which habit you’ll try first.

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Ever wonder if those multivitamins you're taking are actually doing anything?

You're not alone.

In this eye-opening exploration of micronutrients, we cut through the confusion and marketing hype to reveal what your body genuinely needs and what's just expensive urine.

The truth about vitamin deficiencies is surprisingly nuanced. While many of us associate true deficiency with severe conditions like scurvy or rickets, there's a vast middle ground where we're not technically "deficient" but definitely underperforming. Think of it like your car – when it's truly deficient in oil, warning lights flash and it breaks down. But long before that point, it runs inefficiently, spluttering through the week while you wonder why your energy and performance aren't what they could be.

Vitamin D emerges as perhaps the most critical supplement for anyone living in the UK and Europe. With minimal sunlight exposure, especially during winter months, nearly everyone falls short of optimal levels. The therapeutic dose range far exceeds what most people get through diet alone. This isn't just about bone health – vitamin D impacts everything from immune function to mood regulation and potentially even strength gains and fat loss.

We also tackle the complex relationship between different nutrients.

Calcium without vitamin D is largely wasted, as your body needs the latter to absorb the former properly. Iron absorption varies dramatically between animal sources (heme iron) and plant sources (non-heme iron), with various compounds in food either enhancing or blocking uptake. These interactions explain why simply popping a multivitamin isn't the solution many hope for.

Perhaps most surprisingly, we reveal how many "sleep-enhancing" supplements like magnesium might actually be working through the placebo effect and improved sleep habits rather than direct physiological mechanisms.

Whether you're feeling chronically fatigued, struggling with recovery, or want to optimise your nutrition, this episode provides the evidence-based framework to make informed decisions about supplementation. Because as we discovered, taking a multivitamin with your McMuffin doesn't make it a balanced meal.

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The war between fats and carbs has raged for decades, leaving confused consumers jumping from one diet extreme to another. In this evidence-based exploration, we finally put these "usual suspects" on trial and separate nutrition fact from fiction.

Fat has spent years as public enemy number one, vilified through misguided public health campaigns that failed to distinguish between harmful trans fats and essential dietary fats. We reveal why fat is crucial for hormone production, brain health, and vitamin absorption—and why the term "fattening" was always more marketing than science. From the critical differences between saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats to the danger of the "health halo" that leads to overconsumption, we deliver practical wisdom about this misunderstood macronutrient.

Meanwhile, carbohydrates have endured their own undeserved demonisation. We explore how carbs function as preferred fuel for high-intensity activity and brain function, debunk the insulin fearmongering that's become rampant online, and explain why that rapid weight loss on low-carb diets is mostly water, not fat. The glycemic index, carb timing, and fibre's crucial role—all addressed with clarity and evidence.

What emerges is a surprisingly liberating truth: you don't need to choose between fats or carbs. A flexible approach where you swap them around based on preferences and activity levels can work brilliantly for most people. The real culprits aren't macronutrients in isolation but ultra-processed combinations of refined fats, carbs and salt designed to override our natural satiety signals.

Ready to move beyond restrictive eating dogma? This episode will transform how you think about nutrition fundamentals and give you practical strategies for making peace with both fats and carbs. Because good nutrition isn't about finding villains—it's about finding what works for your body, goals, and lifestyle.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introducing Protein: The Essential Macronutrient
• 06:21 Debunking Common Protein Myths
• 10:34 Why People Avoid High-Protein Foods
• 16:30 Don't You Dare Aldi & Lidi!t
• 19:09 Protein Timing and Distribution for Optimal Benefits
• 24:25 A Midget's Protein Requirements
• 28:11 Protein and Ageing: Fighting Muscle Loss
• 37:35 Losing Muscle as your Gentials Get Saggier
• 43:22 CHATGPT's Wankiness
• 45:30 Foods You Love
• 54:04 Practical Protein Sources and Low-Cost Options
• 01:11:07 Film Review: "The Menu" and Its Metaphors

Robot Ben Episode Summary

Imagine walking the supermarket aisles, passing by countless high-protein options without a second glance. Why? Because somewhere along the way, protein became "that thing bodybuilders eat" instead of what it truly is: the essential macronutrient your body desperately needs.

This episode blows the lid off protein myths that have been holding you back from feeling your best. You'll discover why protein isn't just about bulking up—it's the cornerstone of hormone production, immune function, and that elusive feeling of fullness after meals. We tackle why most people barely hit their protein needs (hint: "carbs are fun, fat is luxury, protein is responsibility") and how this deficiency might be sabotaging your energy, recovery, and body composition goals.

From the startling truth about muscle loss that begins in your 30s to practical, budget-friendly protein sources that don't require cooking skills, we've created a roadmap for achieving protein success. You'll learn exactly how much protein you really need (spoiler: it's more than you're getting), how to distribute it throughout the day for maximum benefit, and why spacing matters more than you think.

Whether you're confused by conflicting nutrition advice or simply seeking sustainable ways to enhance your diet, this episode offers actionable insights without the usual gym-bro intensity. The solution might be as simple as starting your day with 25 grams of protein and building from there.

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WHO THE FU*K ARE WE?

Howdy,

I'm Ben, the only 'health' coach (not a life coach) who allows you to embrace your Rotten attitude towards exercise and nutrition!

Empowering You to give the middle finger to your yo-yo diet and half-arsed exercise routine in JUST 30 Days!

Are you sick of yo-yo-ing from one restrictive diet and hideous exercise plan to the next, begging for it to end so you can slip back into old habits, only to start the same rotten cycle again?

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What if everything you've been told about nutrition is wrong? Or at least, not entirely right? In this deep-dive episode, we tackle the mountain of misinformation surrounding nutrition and health, challenging popular myths that have become accepted as truth.

Ever wondered why vegetarians seem healthier? It might not be what you think. We explore how the "health-seeking illusion" skews research and why comparing health-conscious omnivores to health-conscious vegetarians yields surprisingly similar results. The conversation shifts to gluten – that notorious dietary villain – and reveals why most people who feel better after eliminating it might be experiencing benefits for entirely different reasons than they believe.

The artificial sweetener debate receives a scientific reality check as we examine the evidence behind common concerns. How many cans of Diet Coke would you need to drink daily to reach concerning levels? (Spoiler: it's far more than anyone could reasonably consume.) We also scrutinise organic food claims, questioning whether the substantial price premium delivers proportional health benefits.

Drawing from global dietary patterns – from the high-carb Kitavans to the high-fat traditional Inuit – we demonstrate that dramatically different macronutrient compositions can sustain excellent health. The fascinating case study of the Pima Indians reveals how identical genetics yield radically different health outcomes based on lifestyle rather than diet alone.

The episode concludes with a candid exploration of body positivity, weight stigma, and what constitutes genuine health beyond the numbers on a scale. We also explore Bryan Johnson's extreme anti-ageing experiments and what they might mean for the future of longevity science.

Whether you're a nutrition enthusiast, health professional, or simply trying to make better food choices, this evidence-based exploration cuts through the noise and provides practical insights into what truly matters for optimal health. Subscribe for more evidence-based nutrition information that challenges conventional wisdom and empowers you to make informed decisions.

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Howdy,

I'm Ben, the only 'health' coach (not a life coach) who allows you to embrace your Rotten attitude towards exercise and nutrition!

Empowering You to give the middle finger to your yo-yo diet and half-arsed exercise routine in JUST 30 Days!

Are you sick of yo-yo-ing from one restrictive diet and hideous exercise plan to the next, begging for it to end so you can slip back into old habits, only to start the same rotten cycle again?

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Episode Quotes:

“If you're not doing anything already in terms of exercise, nutrition is a little bit skewed, quite sedentary, it's easy to say 'Oh, it's my hormones'.”

“Life begins at 40, but getting to 50 can feel like a death sentence if you're not proactive with your health.”

"You start hearing all these scary things—weight gain, chronic fatigue, hot flushes, night sweats—and if you’ve not found a form of exercise you can stomach by then, you’re probably not going to start.”

'I'm going through the change,' because people are ashamed to say menopause. And it's just like—it's natural. It's a way of life.

"Just shut up, just be a rock. Just enjoy it.”

Ben and Fiona tackle the chaos, confusion, and clichés around menopause—cutting through the fluff and wellness bullshit to explain what’s going on in your body, and why “waiting it out” is not a plan.

• The four stages: premenopause, perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause—and why no one tells you what any of them mean until you’re in the thick of it
• The common symptoms no one takes seriously: night sweats, weight gain, joint pain, insomnia, brain fog, sudden rage.
• Why strength training, higher protein, and some basic structure aren’t “nice-to-haves”—they’re your ticket to not losing your mind or your independence.
• The truth about HRT: when it helps, what it won’t fix, and why your GP might still be stuck in 1998
• The shame around even saying the word menopause—and why calling it “the change” helps no one
• Plus, how the film Everything Everywhere All at Once weirdly sums up what it feels like to be perimenopausal, overstimulated, and still expected to be functional

You’re not broken. You’ve just been fed the wrong advice—or none at all.
And if you haven’t built the habits yet? You’re probably not going to start amid a hot flush.

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I'm Ben, the only 'health' coach (not a life coach) who allows you to embrace your Rotten attitude towards exercise and nutrition!

Empowering You to give the middle finger to your yo-yo diet and half-arsed exercise routine in JUST 30 Days!

Are you sick of yo-yo-ing from one restrictive diet and hideous exercise plan to the next, begging for it to end so you can slip back into old habits, only to start the same rotten cycle again?

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“Discipline Isn’t About Being Perfect—It’s About Having a Plan When You Can’t Be Arsed”

This episode unpacks the real reason most people fail at consistency—and spoiler alert—it’s not because they’re lazy.

Ben and Fiona tear down the myth that discipline is about grinding harder or punishing yourself into results. Instead, they reframe it as structure, systems, and having your own back when you least feel like it.

Key Takeaways:

• Motivation is unreliable.
  If your whole plan depends on “feeling it,” it’s already dead in the water.
• Discipline is structure, not self-punishment.
  It’s about removing choice in moments where choice becomes chaos.
• You don’t need to be perfect—just consistent enough.
  Fiona shares how learning to bounce back from slip-ups (instead of spiralling) was a game-changer.
• Slipping up doesn’t mean starting over.
  A bad day is just a bad day. Not a reason to torch the whole week.
• Messy repetition > heroic effort.
  Progress comes from doing the basics even when it feels crap, not waiting for a magical fresh start.

Straight from the buff horse's mouth:

Ben:

“You don't need to be motivated. You just need to have a plan that works on the days when you can’t be arsed.”

“People think discipline is about being hard on yourself. It’s not. It’s doing what you said you’d do even when the mood you said it in has long fucked off.”

Straight from the stubby leprechaun's mouth

Fiona:

“I used to think discipline meant I had to ignore every craving. But now I realise it’s about not letting a bad day become a bad week.”

“It’s not about doing it perfectly. It’s about doing it badly, repeatedly, until you get somewhere.”

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WHO THE FU*K ARE WE?

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I'm Ben, the only 'health' coach (not a life coach) who allows you to embrace your Rotten attitude towards exercise and nutrition!

Empowering You to give the middle finger to your yo-yo diet and half-arsed exercise routine in JUST 30 Days!

Are you sick of yo-yo-ing from one restrictive diet and hideous exercise plan to the next, begging for it to end so you can slip back into old habits, only to start the same rotten cycle again?

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