Creating A Metabolic Storm with Dr. Ben Bikman - Episode 2405

Episode 2405 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Ben Bikman and they discuss weight loss drugs, creating a metabolic storm, if calories count, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/11/creating-metabolic-storm-with-dr-ben-bikman-episode-2405 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS   YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Creating A Metabolic Storm Vinnie asks Dr. Ben Bikman about GLP-1,  which are drugs used for weight loss, like Ozempic, Wegovy, etc. (4:00) Dr. Bikman confirms that there are negative consequences that should be considered and that jumping on these drugs should be delayed. (6:30) He’s not opposed, but he says the metabolism cannot be tricked. The result of very high doses is the slow down of the intestines—food does not leave the stomach. (8:55) These drugs can create a metabolic storm, especially in high doses. He goes into clear detail and shares examples of fat and insulin resistance. (12:00) But then getting back off the medication creates a “metabolic storm”. Vinnie brings up weight loss and muscle loss when on those drugs. (15:30) Dr. Bikman elaborates on muscle loss. Trying to regain muscle is difficult, especially if you’re older. It’s not just a matter of muscle—you must also keep bones strong. (21:45) They discuss resistance training and repetition—it’s most effective to go to failure. (26:15) Don’t worry about the calories, worry about insulin. Focus on nourishing your body with proteins and fat—you do not need insulin spikes to grow muscle. (28:00) Dr. Bikman makes a general recommendation for success in health and weight loss. Are Calories a Thing? They discuss the quality of calories, not just the quantity. (31:00) Dr. Bikman elaborates on the two theories of obesity: the endocrine theory and the caloric theory. Calories are a measure used in physics and don’t translate directly to biochemical science. (33:00) The moment you spike insulin, you slow your metabolism and return to hunger earlier. (40:00) Why is it that when protein raises insulin,