Q&A: More Carbs Boost Testosterone, Stop Counting Macros, Is Fasting Bad For Fit People?

We’re digging into the mail bag this week and answering some listener questions today—thanks to all of you who keep sending in such thoughtful comments and inquiries. We start with a great question from longtime listener Jay, who wants to know if I’ve noticed any changes in my blood work since adding more carbs back into my diet (I have!), and then I answer other concerns from listeners such as: what happens when you stop counting macros, my thoughts on the effects of fasting on fit people and the physical symptoms I’ve started to notice on days where I don’t eat enough calories in the morning, what people really mean when they say they’re sensitive to carbs, my views on total testosterone versus free testosterone, and more!   TIMESTAMPS: Jay Dominic asks about adding carbs back to the breakfast. Are there any changes in blood work? [01:58] When you emphasize natural, nutritious, easy-to-digest foods, you are going to self-regulate and optimize your appetite. [08:29] If you push the boundaries of fasting too far, it can result in cold hands and feet. [09:43] How does total testosterone vs. free testosterone compare? What about improving free testosterone through phlebotomy? [13:57] Brad is asked about the macros in his daily diet. [20:38] Industrial seed oils are blamed as the number one culprit for insulin resistance and metabolic disease. [26:18] Jay asks Brad if he were named Surgeon General of the United States of America, what would his recommendations be for the general public in terms of diet, exercise, sleep, sun exposure, breath work, etc.? [26:45] From Bryce’s question: we want you to get around one gram of protein per pound of body weight per day. Eat the big dose of protein first thing in the morning. [33:18] If you are someone struggling with excess body fat, you need to implement these tools like time-restricted eating or intermittent fasting but not for the rest of your life. [37:44] How can parents prioritize protein for their kids when eating at home or out? [41:12] A YouTube comment from Joseph says that successful athletes have been prompted by their parents to start at an early age. Brad says that is not necessarily the case. [44:04] Larry comments that Brad’s videos are confusing about adding carbs to the diet after prompting Keto for so long. Brad’s main point has always been clean up your diet, avoid processed carbs and seed oils. [49:50] Gary Green asks about the heavy metals in dark chocolate. [55:06] A question from Blue Dog asks about supplements enhancing your performance. Brad says the main goal of supplements is to SUPPLEMENT your already healthy natural foods diet. 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