Chris Kruger returns to Peak Human for an electrifying, no-nonsense breakdown of why the calorie paradigm is broken, how hormone health is the real foundation of lifelong fitness, and what he calls the “Forever Jeans” formula — a simple, powerful way to track your health without lab work or complex diagnostics.

In this episode, host Brian Sanders returns after an eight-month hiatus with an update on his documentary 'Food Lies' and a deep dive conversation with fitness expert Chris Krueger. They discuss the myths surrounding diet and exercise, emphasizing the importance of natural hormone optimization over artificial supplementation like TRT. Krueger outlines a holistic approach to health that targets core strength, mobility, balance, and proper nutrition. The conversation also covers practical, actionable insights for achieving optimal health and fitness without the need for extensive gym workouts or rigid diet plans. The episode concludes with practical tips, such as leveraging whole foods and natural supplements like oyster capsules, to naturally boost essential hormones.

Show notes:
00:00 Intro – What’s New with Brian Sanders & Food Lies
02:15 Hormone Optimization Over TRT – Why Natural Matters
04:25 The Forever Jeans Formula – Waist-to-Height Ratio Simplified
08:55 Hormones vs. Willpower – Why You’re Not Broken, the System Is
14:40 You Don’t Need a Gym – The 14-Minute Workout That Changes Lives
21:10 Hunger Means Hunter – Rethinking Hunger, Leptin, and Satiety
28:00 The Leptin Trigger – Why Protein is the Key to Real Satiety
33:00 Snacks Are for Fat Kids? – Fasting, Insulin, and Hormonal Wins
35:00 The Flywheel of Hormonal Momentum vs. the Spiral of Willpower
44:20 How Women Can Optimize Naturally – Fat Loss and the 28-Day Cycle
48:00 The Billionaire with a Heart Attack – A Cautionary Tale
55:00 Helpful vs. Unhelpful Foods – A Simpler Way to Think About Diet
01:02:00 The Fitness Industry’s Scam – What Really Works

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Dr. Rob Vasquez and Dr. Randy Johns, known as The Happy Healthy Guys, wellness experts dedicated to transforming lives through natural health and wellness practices. With a focus on nutrition, detoxification, and holistic living, they aim to empower individuals to achieve optimal health and vitality. Dr. Vasquez and Dr. Johns are passionate about educating others on the importance of a balanced lifestyle, free from toxins and harmful habits. They share their knowledge through online content, public speaking, and wellness programs, helping people across the globe lead happier, healthier lives.

In this podcast episode Dr. Rob and Dr. Randy, share their journey from traditional medical paths to embracing chiropractic care and holistic health approaches. Both doctors recount their personal experiences with health challenges that led them to question the conventional allopathic model, which often focuses on symptom management rather than addressing root causes. Their journey led them to explore various diets and health practices, initially adhering to calorie-restrictive models but eventually shifting towards a more holistic understanding of nutrition. The hosts also discuss their approach to improving metabolic health by addressing common misconceptions and providing practical strategies. They emphasize the importance of metabolic flexibility, explaining how consuming the right types of carbohydrates can actually improve sleep and overall health, contrary to popular low-carb diets. They also talk about the dangers of consuming high-oxalate foods like spinach and almonds, which can lead to serious health issues, including kidney problems.

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Show notes:

[00:02:00] Shift from Allopathic to Chiropractic Care

[00:09:00] Trusting the Body's Natural Healing Process

[00:11:00] Transition to Nutrition and Metabolism

[00:16:00] Evolution of Their Health Philosophy

[00:18:00] Rejecting the Calories-in, Calories-out Model

[00:20:00] Low Carb Diet Journey,Health Decline and Realization

[00:30:00] Reevaluating Dietary Choices

[00:37:00] Key Principles for Sustainable Health

[00:53:00]High Oxalate foods

[00:55:00] Metabolic flexibility

Dr. Cate Shanahan is a board-certified family physician and expert in nutrition, focusing on the intersection of diet and metabolic health. She is the author of Deep Nutrition, The Fatburn Fix, and Dark Calories where she advocates for traditional diets rich in whole foods, emphasizing the benefits of healthy fats and nutrient-dense foods. With a background in biochemistry and genetics, Dr. Shanahan has dedicated her career to understanding how modern processed foods contribute to chronic disease and poor health outcomes. Her work has influenced numerous health professionals and individuals seeking to improve their well-being through dietary changes.