Obesity Science with Gary Taubes - Episode 2867

Episode 2867: Vinnie Tortorich and health science author Gary Taubes discuss the history of obesity science and hormonal effects in families. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/10/obesity-science-gary-taubes-episode-2867 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Obesity Science Gary has been writing about health for several years. He has written several books on low-carb and ketogenic lifestyles. He credits many others, including Robert Lustig, Jeff Volek, and Eric Westman. Both Vinnie and Gary have seen an increase in health issues, particularly weight gain, among younger and younger populations. (10:00) Gary mentions a New York Times article that follows two sisters for a longevity study. (17:00) He reviews how dietary advice has shifted over the years. Marketing of sugary cereals and orange juice also ramped up sales of ultra-processed foods. (26:00) Generations of people were given the wrong advice for combating weight gain. (28:30) There is a possibility of "fetal programming," which predisposes a baby to certain conditions like diabetes and obesity. But the message should *not* be to not even try to lose weight. What you eat and how your body responds hormonally makes a difference. (38:00) It reminds you that you can't overeat anything, even healthy foods, without consequences. (51:30) Even people on carnivore can overeat. They discuss testosterone and weight gain. (56:30) Gary's next book (still in the works) is about the history of obesity science. (1:03:00) He also has a Substack called "Uncertainty Principles," where he explores issues of good science and bad science. https://uncertaintyprinciples.substack.com/ Important Reminders Get Vinnie's e-book here: https://nsng.vinnietortorich.com/product/intro-to-nsng/ Don't forget to get Anna's new book Eat Happy Cocktail Hour! You can order it here: https://eathappycocktailhour.com It's also available in Vinnie's Book Club here: https://tinyurl.com/eathappycocktail Eat Happy Cocktail Hour features cocktails, mocktails, and appetizers, and you can pre-order now. Pre-order and get bonus goodies! You can pre-order from a wide variety of booksellers at https://e