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Big Fat Keto Lies with Marty Kendall

Keto was the most searched diet in 2020, with over 26 million google searches, while Intermittent Fasting was second, with over 11. million searches. But as we head into the last ¼ of 2021 I can safely say that we are now seeing a number of serious faults with ketogenic fasting world.More and more people are running into hormonal issues, weight gain and a ton of weight loss resistance from the keto/fasting diet. So what is happening ….why are we seeing so many problems arise with this supposed magical weight loss diet? In this episode, my guest is going to give us the answers to these questions and is going to share with us the Big fat keto lies.


My guest today is Marty Kendall, who is the author of the book Big Fat Keto Lies. Marty is an engineer who seeks to optimize nutrition using a data-driven approach. His interest in nutrition began eighteen years ago in an effort to help his wife Monica gain better control of her Type 1 Diabetes. But since then, he has worked to develop a systematized approach to nutrition tailored for a wide range of goals.

Marty has been sharing his learnings at OptimisingNutrition.com and has developed Nutrient Optimizer and Data-Driven Fasting to guide people on their journey of nutritional optimization.

In this episode;

  • What happened when he jumped on the ketogenic diet?
  • What is energy toxicity?
  • Why chasing ketones doesn't work
  • What the research shows on low carb versus low fat for weight loss
  • Why eating more fat for satiety doesn't work
  • The role that insulin actually play in weight loss
  • Why gluconeogenesis from protein consumption isn't the problem people think it is.
  • Why protein is the key to weight loss and satiety
  • Data driven fasting what it is and how it works and more!

Marty Kendall Join the next 30 Day Data Driven Fasting Challenge here

Watch the episode now

Download the episode on iTunes or on your favorite podcast platforms.

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Karen Martel is a Certified Hormone Specialist and Transformational Nutrition Coach dedicated to empowering women through their health journeys.

As the host of the popular podcast The Hormone Solution, Karen tackles the complexities of hormonal health, weight loss resistance, and the challenges that come with perimenopause and menopause. Her mission is to disrupt outdated narratives surrounding women's health, providing reliable information and practical solutions that help women reclaim their vitality. With personal experience overcoming her own health struggles, Karen offers insights into hormone optimization and sustainable weight management strategies.

Join her as she engages in enlightening conversations with experts and shares actionable advice, all aimed at helping women navigate their unique hormonal landscapes with confidence and clarity. Tune in to discover how to embrace life's stages while enhancing overall well-being.

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              Big Fat Keto Lies with Marty Kendall

              Keto was the most searched diet in 2020, with over 26 million google searches, while Intermittent Fasting was second, with over 11. million searches. But as we head into the last ¼ of 2021 I can safely say that we are now seeing a number of serious faults with ketogenic fasting world.More and more people are running into hormonal issues, weight gain and a ton of weight loss resistance from the keto/fasting diet. So what is happening ….why are we seeing so many problems arise with this supposed magical weight loss diet? In this episode, my guest is going to give us the answers to these questions and is going to share with us the Big fat keto lies.


              My guest today is Marty Kendall, who is the author of the book Big Fat Keto Lies. Marty is an engineer who seeks to optimize nutrition using a data-driven approach. His interest in nutrition began eighteen years ago in an effort to help his wife Monica gain better control of her Type 1 Diabetes. But since then, he has worked to develop a systematized approach to nutrition tailored for a wide range of goals.

              Marty has been sharing his learnings at OptimisingNutrition.com and has developed Nutrient Optimizer and Data-Driven Fasting to guide people on their journey of nutritional optimization.

              In this episode;

              • What happened when he jumped on the ketogenic diet?
              • What is energy toxicity?
              • Why chasing ketones doesn't work
              • What the research shows on low carb versus low fat for weight loss
              • Why eating more fat for satiety doesn't work
              • The role that insulin actually play in weight loss
              • Why gluconeogenesis from protein consumption isn't the problem people think it is.
              • Why protein is the key to weight loss and satiety
              • Data driven fasting what it is and how it works and more!

              Marty Kendall Join the next 30 Day Data Driven Fasting Challenge here

              Watch the episode now

              Download the episode on iTunes or on your favorite podcast platforms.

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              Find Karen Martel on Apply Podcast 

              Karen Martel is a Certified Hormone Specialist and Transformational Nutrition Coach dedicated to empowering women through their health journeys.

              As the host of the popular podcast The Hormone Solution, Karen tackles the complexities of hormonal health, weight loss resistance, and the challenges that come with perimenopause and menopause. Her mission is to disrupt outdated narratives surrounding women's health, providing reliable information and practical solutions that help women reclaim their vitality. With personal experience overcoming her own health struggles, Karen offers insights into hormone optimization and sustainable weight management strategies.

              Join her as she engages in enlightening conversations with experts and shares actionable advice, all aimed at helping women navigate their unique hormonal landscapes with confidence and clarity. Tune in to discover how to embrace life's stages while enhancing overall well-being.

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              In today's Quick Hits blast from the past: As Medical Director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, Dr. Gersh focuses on understanding women's innate physical and emotional make-up. Through her research and practical experience, she has come to understand that women have internal, natural rhythms that are absolutely essential to female health. These rhythms are controlled by hormones, particularly estrogen, and may be kept in balance through both conventional and holistic treatments.

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                          Karen Martel Hormone Solutions supplies products listed on the website, and in our stores under the following Terms and Conditions. Please read these Terms and Conditions, and our Privacy and Cookie Policies carefully before using any of our websites, or ordering from us.

                          The Terms and Conditions apply to your use of any Karen Martel website and to any products you purchase from them; regardless of how you access the website, including any technologies or devices where our website is available to you at home, on the move or in store

                          We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time, and any updates affecting you or your purchases will be notified to you, by us in writing (via email), and on this page.

                          The headings in these Conditions are for convenience only and shall not affect their interpretation.

                          We recommend that you print and keep a copy of these Terms and Conditions for your future reference...