Is sugar really to blame for the obesity epidemic? In this episode, I break down one of the most common nutrition myths. Using evidence from epidemiology, randomized controlled trials, and meta-analyses, Layne explains why sugar and high fructose corn syrup aren’t the independent culprits they’re often made out to be. Instead, he reveals what the research actually says about calories, metabolism, and how oversimplified narratives mislead the public. If you’ve ever been told “sugar is poison,” this episode will challenge your perspective with science, not fear.

SPONSORS

• REPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/reps

• Carbon Diet Coach – Achieve your goals with Carbon’s adaptive macro coaching app: https://joincarbon.com/podcast

LAYNE'S COMPANIES

Carbon Diet Coach: https://joincarbon.com/podcast

Outwork Nutrition: https://outworknutrition.com

REPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/reps

Workout Builder: https://biolayne.com/workout-builder

Team Biolayne: https://biolayne.com/online-coaching

Physique Coaching Academy: https://physiquecoachingacademy.com

FOLLOW LAYNE

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http://www.twitter.com/biolayne

http://www.instagram.com/biolayne

TIMESTAMPS

0:00:00 - Intro

0:02:49 - Research Funding and Bias

0:14:52 - Previous Beliefs on Sugar

0:15:31 - Types of Sugar

0:17:42 - Previous Beliefs on HFCS

0:19:37 - Leptin

0:23:56 - Gary Taubes

0:24:33 - REPS

0:25:22 - Carbohydrate Insulin Model of Obesity

0:27:42 - The Case for Sugar Causing Obesity

0:30:08 - The Moment I Started to Change My Mind

0:32:29 - Ice Cream

0:34:18 - Researching Sugar

0:39:15 - Mechanisms vs Outcomes

0:41:10 - Classic Study

0:42:28 - Mark Haub Twinkie Diet

0:45:46 - Carbon Diet Coach

0:46:46 - Metabolic Health

0:48:03 - Glycemic Index

0:49:51 - Sugar Intake vs Calorie Intake

0:52:30 - Sugar Addiction

0:54:21 - Let's Be Clear

0:56:36 - Data Over Feelings

SHOW NOTES

https://biolayne.com/podcasts/dr-layne-norton-podcast/

Building muscle isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s about survival. 💪

In this episode of The Dr. Layne Norton Podcast, I break down why muscle is the most underrated organ of health. You’ll hear how it lowers your risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, infections, Alzheimer’s, and depression — while also protecting against falls, fractures, and the effects of aging.

We’ll dive into:

- How muscle acts like an endocrine organ, releasing myokines that fight disease and slow tumor growth.

- Why more muscle means longer life, better quality of life, and faster recovery if you get sick.

- The myth that you “can’t build muscle after a certain age” — and why it’s total BS.

- How just 50 minutes of resistance training a week can change your health trajectory.

If you want to live longer, feel stronger, and age on your own terms, this is the episode you don’t want to skip.

SPONSORS

• Workout Builder – Customized training programs for all experience levels: https://biolayne.com/workout-builder

• Team Biolayne – One-On-One Coaching: https://biolayne.com/online-coaching

LAYNE'S COMPANIES

Carbon Diet Coach: https://joincarbon.com/podcast

Outwork Nutrition: https://outworknutrition.com

REPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/reps

Workout Builder: https://biolayne.com/workout-builder

Team Biolayne: https://biolayne.com/online-coaching

Physique Coaching Academy: https://physiquecoachingacademy.com

FOLLOW LAYNE

http://www.facebook.com/laynenorton

http://www.twitter.com/biolayne

http://www.instagram.com/biolayne

TIMESTAMPS

0:00:00 - Intro

0:02:18 - Muscle for Vanity

0:03:39 - Cultural Perception of Muscles

0:06:13 - Women in the Gym

0:08:11 - Muscle for Health

0:10:34 - Sarcopenia

0:15:28 - Insulin Sensitivity

0:22:59 - Workout Builder

0:23:54 - Sink Metaphor

0:26:07 - Organ of Health

0:28:11 - Quality of Life

0:32:35 - Cardiovascular Disease Mortality

0:36:35 - Cancer Mortality

0:42:44 - Other Mortality

0:44:45 - Risk of Disease

0:49:22 - Mental Health

0:56:19 - Pain & Injuries

0:57:35 - Team Biolayne

0:58:26 - Wasting Diseases

1:00:59 - Anyone Can Build Muscle

1:03:20 - Outro

SHOW NOTES

https://biolayne.com/podcasts/dr-layne-norton-podcast/why-you-should-try-to-build-muscle-episode-11

Learn how to build muscle from the world's most renowned researcher on muscle growth, Professor Brad Schoenfeld. In this absolute masterclass, Dr. Schoenfeld lays out the non-negotiables for muscle growth, what matters most, what matters least, and how to practically implement these recommendations. If you care about building muscle, you do not want to miss this episode.

SPONSORS

• Workout Builder – Customized training programs for all experience levels: https://biolayne.com/workout-builder

• REPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/reps

LAYNE'S COMPANIES

Carbon Diet Coach: https://joincarbon.com/podcast

Outwork Nutrition: https://outworknutrition.com

REPS Research Review: https://biolayne.com/reps

Workout Builder: https://biolayne.com/workout-builder

Team Biolayne: https://biolayne.com/online-coaching

Physique Coaching Academy: https://physiquecoachingacademy.com

FOLLOW LAYNE

http://www.facebook.com/laynenorton

http://www.twitter.com/biolayne

http://www.instagram.com/biolayne

FOLLOW BRAD

https://www.instagram.com/bradschoenfeldphd

http://www.twitter.com/bradschoenfeld

TIMESTAMPS

0:00:00 - Intro

0:03:20 - How Brad Got Started

0:08:24 - Vanity vs Health

0:14:46 - Muscle Quality

0:16:54 - Muscle and Insulin Resistance

0:22:00 - Most Important Thing for Hypertrophy

0:23:38 - Training to Failure

0:34:51 - Misinformation on Social Media

0:39:02 - Mechanical Tension

0:46:21 - Training Volume

0:52:24 - Workout Builder

0:54:45 - Dose Response

0:59:27 - Overtraining

1:07:19 - Muscle Damage and Soreness

1:14:35 - Mechanisms vs Outcomes

1:19:52 - Cortisol

1:21:15 - Acute vs Chronic

1:24:04 - Mechanisms vs Outcomes

1:25:43 - REPS Research Review

1:26:32 - Research on Volume

1:34:01 - Training Frequency

1:40:06 - Range of Motion

1:46:27 - Intensity Tricks

1:50:32 - Rep Cadence

1:58:03 - Exercise Selection

2:04:43 - Final Question

2:13:53 - Outro

SHOW NOTES

https://biolayne.com/podcasts/dr-layne-norton-podcast/how-to-build-muscle-masterclass-with-professor-brad-schoenfeld-episode-10