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Nutrition Science Daily for Fat Loss (Not Weight Loss), Muscle, Macros, and Metabolism
Hosted by Philip Pape | Certified Nutrition Coach, Wits and Weights · EN
Start your mornings with Nutrition Science Daily, the 5-minute podcast delivering the latest in nutrition, fat loss, and health science.
Hosted by Philip Pape, nutrition coach and voice of the Wits & Weights podcast, this show provides simple tips to help you optimize your diet, build muscle, and improve your health—all before your high-protein breakfast. Available weekdays by 6 a.m. ET, it’s perfect for busy fitness enthusiasts ready to make smarter decisions for their health and fitness.
Follow and listen for your morning routine, then follow the Wits & Weights podcast for a deeper dive.
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Bye (for now)
Mar 22, 202500:02:16Tap to summarizeWith gratitude, goodbye for now 🙏Don't worry... there is LOTS more great content on nutrition, fat loss, and health science over on the Wits & Weights podcast.Click here to follow Wits & Weights... for skeptics of the fitness industry who want to work smarter and more efficiently to build muscle and lose fat. Wits & Weights cuts through the noise and deconstructs health and fitness with an engineering mindset to help you develop a strong, lean physique without wasting time.See you there!Coach Philip 💪
Transcribe →Is snacking actually GOOD for fat loss?
Mar 21, 202500:07:00Tap to summarize→ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going!--Is your snacking habit sabotaging your weight loss goals, or could it actually be the secret weapon you need? Discover how mindful snacking can influence your fat loss journey.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:Is Snacking Good or Bad for You?
Transcribe →Seed oils (influencers vs. evidence)
Mar 20, 202500:05:46Tap to summarize→ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going!--Are seed oils truly harmful, or is the hype unfounded? We dissect the controversy and reveal what science says about these common plant-based oils.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:Butter and Plant-Based Oils Intake and Mortality
Transcribe →Can reducing THESE foods improve your energy and health?
Mar 19, 202500:07:26Tap to summarize→ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going!--Could reducing ultraprocessed foods in your diet boost your energy and improve overall health?Discover the benefits of cutting back on these foods (by adding in THESE foods instead) and practical tips to make healthier choices.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:Study Reveals What Could Happen to Your Body When You Eat Fewer Ultra-Processed Foods
Transcribe →3 interventions that slow aging
Mar 18, 202500:04:23Tap to summarize→ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going!--Could omega-3 supplements, vitamin D, and regular exercise collectively slow down aging?Discover the compelling findings from a recent study and how you can apply them to your life.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:Omega-3 Could Help Slow Aging—And It Works Even Better with Vitamin D and Exercise
Transcribe →Do ultraprocessed foods sabotage fat loss?
Mar 17, 202500:05:57Tap to summarize→ Submit a review on Apple to support the show. This started as a 4-week experiment but we've continued because of listeners like you. Let us know you want this daily show to keep going!--Could cutting ultraprocessed foods be your simplest path to faster fat loss? New research reveals how these convenient foods disrupt your appetite control, making it easier to overeat without realizing it. Discover practical ways to easily reduce cravings and regain control.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:NIH Study Finds Heavily Processed Foods Cause Overeating and Weight Gain
Transcribe →5 immune-boosting nutrients (for severe flu and cold)
Mar 14, 202500:06:48Tap to summarize→ Join our free Facebook group for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As--Flu season is (still) here, and your immune system needs the right fuel to stay strong!Forget over-hyped supplements. Here are 5 of the best science-backed nutrients to keep you healthy.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:The Worst Flu Season Since 2009 Is Here, and These Foods Could Help Boost Your Immune System
Transcribe →The ESSENTIAL nutrient you're probably not getting enough of
Mar 13, 202500:04:27Tap to summarize→ Join our free Facebook group for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As--This mineral is critical for blood sugar control, muscle function, and stress management, yet most people don’t get enough. Here’s how to fix that with food and supplementation.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:6 Ways This Mineral May Benefit Your Health
Transcribe →The 5 worst diet trends that just won't die
Mar 12, 202500:06:53Tap to summarize→ Join our free Facebook group for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As--Diet fads never seem to die, even when science disproves them. From starvation diets to fat-burning teas, here are the 5 worst (and outdated) diet trends—and what actually works instead.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:Diet Trends That Need to Be Retired
Transcribe →Spikes in blood sugar are totally normal, unless...
Mar 11, 202500:04:48Tap to summarize→ Join our free Facebook group for evidence-based strategies, nutrition and training support, and live Q&As--Are blood sugar spikes actually as bad as we think?A new study suggests that CGMs may mislead healthy individuals, overestimating glucose levels and making people fear normal foods. Here’s what actually matters for metabolic health.--Ask a question for the podcast hereFollow the Wits & Weights podcast for more evidence-based insights on fat loss, muscle building, and sustainable health, where Philip dives deeper into the science behind optimizing your body composition.--References:Why you probably don't need a trendy glucose monitor to track your blood sugar if you're not diabetic
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