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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2026 · 42 MIN

Why Calorie Counting Is Bullsh*t: The Glucose Method That Actually Works

from First Principles · host Adrian Wells

Your doctor has been lying to you about weight loss. In this episode, Adrian Wells breaks down why calorie counting is complete nonsense and reveals the glucose method that actually works. Spoiler alert: a slice of white bread can spike your blood sugar just as much as a candy bar. 🎯 What You'll Learn: • Why people eating identical foods in different orders see 73% different glucose responses • The one-tablespoon trick that cuts glucose spikes by 30% before any meal • How a simple 10-minute walk after eating reduces spikes by 50% • The real reason your metabolism isn't broken (hint: it's all about timing) 👤 Perfect for: lifelong learners and anyone who's tried every diet but still can't figure out why the scale won't budge. 📍 Chapters: [00:00] Adrian Wells destroys the calorie counting myth [02:15] The white bread vs. candy bar experiment that changes everything [04:30] Why your glucose response matters more than calories [07:00] The vinegar hack that works in under 30 seconds [09:45] Food order secrets that transform the same meal [11:30] Key takeaways you can test today 🔔 Never miss an episode: Follow First Principles on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and turn on notifications. New episodes drop daily, your next favorite insight is one tap away. 🔍 Topics: glucose control, weight loss, metabolism, blood sugar, insulin resistance Find all episodes at First Principles ---------- Keywords: ai dangers, depression stories, mental health celebrities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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