Intro 01:30 Michelle was a carb fueled athlete.  06:50 Vitamins and cofactors from meat are crucial for your brain.  12:00 Processed foods are designed to override your body and brain’s ability to eat in moderation. 13:50 96% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy. Food stamps are spent mostly on soda. 16:15 Insulin stops your body from burning fat for fuel. 19:10 Start with high animal protein and high fat foods that you can afford.  24:10 Metabolic labs: CBG panel, blood glucose, electrolytes, A1C, fasting insulin, triglycerides, HDL/LDL. 26:15 Continuous glucose monitors give real time feedback.   28:40 The national target A1C is under 7%, which is very high. 30:44 Damage is taking place with 6.5% A1C.  32:30 High protein consumption does not drive blood sugar.  34:10 Vegans and vegetarians have higher rates of mental health issues.  38:30 Nutrition drives mental health.  44:30 Ultra-processed carbohydrates spike glucose and alter the neurotransmitters in your brain.  55:00 Ultra endurance burns stored body fat, for Michelle as a low carb athlete.  01:03:20 Carb loading is best done after your last workout before the event.  01:06:30 You need more protein as you get older.  01:12:40 Spread your protein consumption throughout your meals. Only eat 3 meals.