PEP 007: The 5 Things You Need to Know Before Going Primal
In this episode, Amber and Joe discuss some of the roadblocks people face when trying to switch to a primal lifestyle. They also share the 5 things you need to know before adopting this type of lifestyle so you can bypass some of the typical struggles when done improperly. Have sugar cravings? Can't lose that last bit of stubborn weight? Confused as to how saturated animal fat is actually healthy? This is the episode for you!
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Topics discussed Include:
Hormone balance
Insanity workout program
The "reptilian brain" vs the "human brain"
Decision fatigue
The Bulletproof Diet book by Dave Asprey
Why eating primally doesn't equate to an all you can eat bacon buffet
Stress/Blood sugar control
Why you have cravings
Stop having dessert for breakfast
Meditation and box breathing
The importance of having a morning ritual
How stress changes what your body does with nutrients
The importance of good quality sleep
Insulin's role in weight loss/weight gain
Why you lose weight when you stop eating bread
Why high saturated fat won't contribute to inflammation
"That treadmill life"
Ancestral "exercise" patterns
Sugar being a dirty prostitute
Links to topics discussed:
The Bulletproof Diet book by Dave Asprey
Box breathing instructional video
Episode 2 where we discuss energy sustaining breakfast
Enjoy the show!
