Does Marty Kendall have the Solution to Breaking Free from Food Fear?

About Today's Guest:Marty Kendall is an engineer revolutionizing nutrition using a data-driven, nutrient-first approach. His interest in nutrition began over twenty years ago to help his wife Monica gain control of her Type 1 Diabetes.  Since then, he’s developed a systematized approach to nutrition that has helped thousands of people lose weight, reverse insulin resistance, and reclaim their health.  This led him to explore the concept of nutrient density and its effect on blood sugar stabilization and overall health. Marty's background in engineering has allowed him to approach nutrition from a quantitative and data-driven perspective, focusing on providing the body with the right nutrients in the most efficient way possible. He shares his learnings at OptimisingNutrition.com and runs Data-Driven Fasting and the Macros and Micros masterclasses to guide people on their journey of nutritional optimisation.  Episode Summary:In this episode, Aimee interviews Marty Kendall about his journey into the world of nutrient density. Marty explains the concept of the personal fat threshold and how it relates to type 2 diabetes and metabolic disease, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing nutrient-dense foods and how they can satisfy our cravings and promote satiety. He also discusses how the food industry influences our food choices and the need to be mindful of processed foods. Throughout the conversation, Marty challenges the conventional beliefs and superstitions surrounding nutrition and encourages listeners to focus on providing their bodies with the nutrients they need to thrive.Key Takeaways:Nutrient density is key: Prioritizing foods that are rich in essential nutrients can help satisfy our cravings and promote satiety.The personal fat threshold: Exceeding our personal fat threshold can lead to metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes, as excess energy backs up into our bloodstream and vital organs.Energy balance and nutrient density: It's not just about eating fewer calories; it's about providing our bodies with the right nutrients in the right amounts.Resources:Photography by: Dai Ross Photography Podcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate Creative Blasphemous Nutrition on SubstackWork with Aimee"Ultra Processed People" by Chris Van Tucken: BookSimpson, S J, and D Raubenheimer. “Obesity: the protein leverage hypothesis.” Obesity reviews : an official journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity. vol. 6,2 (2005): 133-42. doi:10.1111/j.1467-789X.2005.00178.xTaylor R, Barnes AC, Hollingsworth KG, Irvine KM, Solovyova AS, Clark L, Kelly T, Martin-Ruiz C, Romeres D, Koulman A, Meek CM, Jenkins B, Cobelli C, Holman RR. Aetiology of Type 2 diabetes in people with a 'normal' body mass index: testing the personal fat threshold hypothesis. Clin Sci (Lond). 2023 Aug 31;137(16):1333-1346. doi: 10.1042/CS20230586. PMID: 37593846; PMCID: PMC10472166.Nutrient Optimiser CommunityNutrient Optimiser WebsiteCHAT ME UP: let me know what's on your mind by texting here! Find Research Citations and Transcript at Blasphemous Nutrition on SubstackWork with AimeePhotography by: Dai Ross PhotographyPodcast Cover Art: Lilly Kate CreativeHow to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts Via iOS Device1.   Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts).2.   Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search”3.   Search for “Blasphemous Nutrition”4.   Click on the SHOW, not the episode.5.   Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” section6.   Click on “Write a Review” (if you don’t see that option, click on “See All” first)7.   Rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review!8.   Bask in the glow of doing a good deed that makes a difference!