Diets Debunked: The Sketchy Science of Health and Weight Loss

What's the most effective weight loss plan? Do any of the trending "diet tips" on the Internet actually work? Why does the keto diet make your breath smell like death?  Join the guys for an exploration of the wild history of nutrition science through the ages, and learn which (if any) fad-diets are legit.    In this episode: The shifting, shifty food pyramid Fletcherism The cigarette diet The Hay diet Atkins The paleo diet The raw food diet Food replacement (SlimFast etc) ~ Become an Insomniac! Join the Midnight Masses by supporting the show on PATREON and unlock exclusive bonus content. ~ Join the community, chat with fellow insomniacs, and vote on episode topics via DISCORD ~ Send Shane and Duncan a message at [email protected] ~ Rep the show! Grab a tee or mug at the MIDNIGHT MERCH store and spread the word. ~ Follow us on INSTAGRAM