Q and A: Peptides, Apple Cider Vinegar, and Ground vs. Whole Chia Seeds

Welcome back! On today's episode of the podcast, we will be covering lab tests for health and longevity. There are several new companies on the market, and many people are not receiving proper guidance from their healthcare provider about what to focus on and why. So, in this episode, we will cover some of the most important factors to focus on for lab tests. We will cover:Why lab testing is important Why most labs/supplements promoted for "longevity" are not science-basedThe categories of health that matter most for chronic disease risk The specific lab values to track and what these values meanTune into the show to learn more. Podcast series on cholesterol:Part 1Part 2Substack article covering each of the labsEnjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

Welcome back to the podcast. Today, we are publishing the 100th episode of the show, and I want to celebrate by going back through some of the lessons from the previous episode. If you would like to learn more about any fo the topics that we discussed today, use this searchable podcast episode archive.Want to join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint course? Sign up here. (Use code "Podcast" for special discount)Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

Welcome back to another episode of the show. Today we have a Q&A episode covering the following 3 topics:Is there truth to the hype around peptides?Are there benefits to taking apple cider vinegar?Do you need to grind chia seeds?Tune in to learn more about the science surrounding these popular topics. Previous Podcasts to Listen to:Protein EpisodeFiber EpisodeOmega-3 Episode Scientific References: Review of the Health Effects of Apple Cider Vinegar Ground vs. Whole Chia Seeds on Omega-3 Levels Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

Do you ever feel like you are reacting negatively to some of the foods that you eat? You may be. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the different types of adverse reactions to food that people can experience. We cover:The difference between a food allergy and an intoleranceThe different types of food intolerances Immune vs. non-immune mediated intolerancesWhy food sensitivity testing is inaccurateListen to my previous podcast on food allergies with Dr. David Stukus here. Interested in working with me? Schedule a Discovery Call here. Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

You’ve probably seen the headlines blaming everything from seed oils to tomatoes for chronic inflammation—but what does the science really say?Whether you're trying to support your immune system, improve gut health, or just make sense of the “inflammatory foods” panic online—this episode is for you.🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What inflammation actually is—and why it’s not the bad guy it is made out to beThe difference between acute and chronic inflammationHow dietary patterns shape inflammatory responses in the short term and over timeWhy calling a food “inflammatory” isn't an accurate way to describe foodPractical steps you can take to manage your body's inflammation levels (without food fear!)Make sure you tune into the episode to learn more…Like reading about nutrition? Subscribe to my substack: Substack Article Want to support the show? You can show your support with a one-time donation here. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/drchavezWant to learn more from me? Join my Nutrition Mastery Blueprint course. Resources mentioned in the show. Saturated Fat Episode Seed Oils EpisodeFood Allergy Episode w/ Dr. David StukusEnjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

Welcome back to the show, today we are going to discuss how nutrition science works. I realize that most people don't understand the various forms of nutrition research and how each of these types of research helps us to develop conclusions about a topic. So today we are going to cover: The 4 main types of nutrition researchThe pros and cons of each of these types of researchHow each type of research helps us understand the relationship between nutrition and our healthHow to tie it all together to figure out how food impacts our health. Tune into the podcast to learn more: I also wrote an article about this that I published on my substack if you want to check that out: Substack Article Want to learn more from me? Join my Nutrition Mastery Blueprint course. Want to support the show? You can show your support with a one-time donation here. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/drchavezResources mentioned in the show. Red Meat Episode Saturated Fat Episode Seed Oils EpisodeEnjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

What is the healthiest diet according to science? Is it vegan, vegetarian, Mediterranean, Keto, or something else?This is a question that I get often and I think that answer deserves a more thorough answer so I am covering it here on this episode. Today we discuss: What I would consider the only appropriate response to the question: "what is the healthiest diet?"What that looks like in practiceHow to get started with building a healthy diet that makes sense for youAnd more...Tune into the podcast to hear more. Sign up for our Nutrition Mastery Blueprint course here: https://dradrianchavez.com/blueprintWant to support the show? You can show your support with a one-time donation here. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/drchavezJoin us on Substackhttps://drachavez.substack.com/Resources mentioned in the show. Calculating Energy and Protein Needs20 Nutritious Foods to Eat More of Download Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

Welcome back to the show!Today we have a Q and A episode covering some topics that I have been getting asked about a lot recently. In this episode, we cover the following:Are there heavy metals in protein powder and do we need to be worried?Does coffee have health benefits even though it is decaf?What is an ideal body fat %Tune into the show to hear more about these topics. LinksPaypal Donationhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/drchavezJoin our Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course for $150 off!https://www.dradrianchavez.com/BLUEPRINT(use coupon code Podcast)Join my Substackhttps://drachavez.substack.com/Purchase Legion Supplements FullScript Supplements Clean Label Project Report  Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

Welcome back to the show, today we are talking all things weight loss. There are A LOT of people who are on a journey to drop some excess body fat and most of them fail due to a variety of reasons. While losing weight is hard, it shouldn't be a mystery. There is no special secret or magic formula that you are missing. In most cases what people really need is: To learn what YOUR body needs to lose body fatPractical steps for learning how to eat to meet those needsSimple. But not easy. Tune into the Guide to calculate your calorie and energy needsLong episode discussing the science of energy balanceWant to work with us? Apply here.Join our Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course (Get 25% off before January 21st)  Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation

Happy New Year and welcome back to the podcast! A lot of people have health goals in the new year, which is great! However, most people fail to reach those goals and one of the reasons is they are not tied to clear consistent actions.So in this episode of the podcast we revisit one of our most popular podcast episodes of 2024 and discuss 9 simple, low-effort nutrition habits that you can make in 2025 that, if practiced consistently, can drastically improve the overall quality of your nutrition and health!These 9 simple nutrition habits are ACTIONS that you can make today that will result in healthy sustainable lifestyle changes throughout the year. Tune in to today’s podcast to put these tips into action to ensure 2025 is the year that you take control of your health and wellness! Metabolic Health Blueprint 12-Week Coaching Programhttps://www.dradrianchavez.com/MetabolicHealth The Nutrition Mastery BluePrint Coursehttps://www.dradrianchavez.com/nutrition-mastery-blueprint How to Calculate Your Calorie and Protein Needs Recommended Podcast Episodes Everything You Need to Know About Protein Calorie-Tracker Apps:Cronometer https://cronometer.com MyFitnessPalhttps://www.myfitnesspal.com Protein RecommendationsOWYN ready made shakes Legion Protein Supplements (Use code CHAVEZ at checkout)Whey ProteinPlant Protein  Enjoying the show or have a questions about a particular topic? Send us a message here. Support the showDo you enjoy the show and want to support it? Here are some ways you can 👇🏽 Purchase supplements via Legion Or Fullscript Join the Nutrition Mastery Blueprint Course Leave a one-time Paypal donation