Big Fellas: The Shocking Truth About Ultra-Processed Foods and Weight Loss with Dr. Lisa Clift
Description
This episode delves into the impact of ultra-processed foods on weight loss, with insights from Dr Lisa Clift, a specialist in weight management for men. Mark and Darren explore how these foods, often laden with additives and sugars, can disrupt our body’s natural signals, leading to increased hunger and overconsumption. They discuss the importance of understanding food labels and making informed choices, highlighting that many seemingly healthy options, like low-fat products, can be misleading. The conversation also touches on practical tips for incorporating more whole foods into your diet, alongside the challenges of navigating a food landscape dominated by convenience and marketing. Listeners are encouraged to rethink their eating habits and consider the nutritional quality of the foods they consume for better health outcomes.
Takeaways:
- Ultra-processed foods are engineered to be hyper-palatable, leading to increased consumption and addiction.
- Understanding food labels is crucial; if you don't recognise an ingredient, it's likely ultra-processed.
- The food matrix, including fibre content, significantly affects how our bodies metabolise sugars.
- Diet sodas and sugar-free drinks can trigger insulin responses, making you feel hungrier.
- Real food, such as whole fruits and vegetables, is essential for good health and weight management.
- Engaging with apps like Yuka can help identify ultra-processed foods and healthier alternatives.
As mentioned in the episode, Darren and Mark play in the Man Vs Fat League, a weight loss initiative to help men lose weight and become more active. If you would like to join Man Vs Fat, listeners of this podcast can use the Promo Code BIGFELLAS. You will pay just £1 registration fee when you join!
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You can find out more about the amazing Dr Lisa Clift and her work specialising in Obesity Medicine for Men, she is a GP and lifestyle doctor. Working in the NHS and privately. Her website is www.drlisalifestylemedicine.com
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