#197 – The science of obesity & how to improve nutritional epidemiology | David Allison, Ph.D.
“How much does obesity kill you because it stigmatizes you and it creates some stress?” —David Allison
Nutritional epidemiology: abolition vs defending the status quo
A recent review argues for reform in the field of nutritional epidemiology — and recommends ways to improve it
Is lab-grown meat the ‘meat of the future’?
Lab-grown meat faces scrutiny
What a dead salmon can teach us about how we use machines
With new tools come new dangers for misuse and misinterpretation of results. As technology opens new doors, we must constantly evaluate its limitations, even as we look to expand its applications.
#188 – AMA #30: How to Read and Understand Scientific Studies
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob dive deep into all things related to studying studies to…
Ketogenic Diets: Not For Everyone?
Elevated blood lipids on a high fat, low carb diet
Does Exercise Affect Lifespan?
How knowing the answer in advance can undermine science.
#184 – AMA #29: GLP-1 Agonists – The Future of Treating Obesity?
“Getting deeper into how this drug works has certainly made me appreciate its power.” —Peter Attia
Does fish oil cause cardiac arrhythmia in high-risk individuals?
Reports of increased risk of atrial fibrillation in high-risk patients taking fish oil
Does skipping breakfast increase the risk of an early death? Part II
What the literature says about skipping breakfast and its potential impact on health