

Optimal Protein Podcast with Vanessa Spina
Vanessa Spina
Vanessa Spina is a Sports Nutrition Specialist, Best Selling author, creator of the innovative TONE device, as well as a sought after international speaker. On the Optimal Protein podcast, Vanessa shares how to get effortlessly lean and improve metabolic health and fitness with an optimal protein intake!
Featuring interviews with world renowned and leading edge protein scientists & experts, authors, and people with inspiring transformational stories discussing the best tools for becoming optimizing your metabolic health with whole foods, nutrition, exercise and more!
Featuring interviews with world renowned and leading edge protein scientists & experts, authors, and people with inspiring transformational stories discussing the best tools for becoming optimizing your metabolic health with whole foods, nutrition, exercise and more!
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Jul 15, 2022 • 1h 6min
Mitochondrial Health Series: Mitochondria 101, Mitochondrial Uncoupling for Fat Loss & Repair, Ketones as Signalling Molecules, Melatonin as a an Antioxidant
Hi friends!! This episode is the first of the Mitochondrial Health Series!! We discuss Mitochondria 101: -What are the mitochondria? -How do they work? -How do they generate ATP? -What is the Electron Transport Chain? -What is mitochondrial biogenesis (example with brown & beige fat) -What is "Mitochondrial Uncoupling" for effective fat loss & repair? -Ketones as a signalling molecule vs a super fuel -Ways to uncouple mitochondria and -Adjusting Protein intake based on goals -Melatonin as a Mitochondrial Antioxidant ...and much more! Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat and how much! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Get Your FREE ebook on keto: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com/pages/free-ebook Try the Higher Protein Keto Meal Plans & Coaching: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com - Prior to beginning a new diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a new diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a new diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A new diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jul 11, 2022 • 1h 7min
Gaining & Losing over 60 LBS TWICE on Purpose: Drew Manning "Fit2Fat2Fit" Author
Hi friends! This episode is featuring Drew Manning. Drew is a fitness trainer and Keto Diet expert. Manning made major headlines when he embarked on a journey to gain 70 pounds to understand what his clients undergo and experience the challenges himself. "Fit2Fat2Fit: The Unexpected Lessons from Gaining and Losing 75 lbs on Purpose" is a New York Times Bestseller, released in 2012, and his weight gain and weight loss journey was made into a TV show for A&E. Drew recently re-did the experiment again in 2020 and tested and shared not only his journey but also his bloodwork while doing "healthy" and "dirty" versions of keto, paleo, vegetarian and vegan diets and his results might surprise you! Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Follow @optimalproteinpodcast on Instagram to see visuals and posts mentioned on this podcast. Link to join the facebook group for the podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2017506024952802/ Follow Vanessa on instagram to see her meals, recipes, informative posts and much more! Click here @ketogenicgirl - Prior to beginning a ketogenic diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a ketogenic diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a ketogenic diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A ketogenic diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jul 7, 2022 • 47min
Activating Fat to Make it Metabolically Active! Brown & Beige Adipose Tissue (BAT) & "Browning" White Adipose Tissue; Wasting Energy with Mitochondrial Uncoupling and UCP1
Hi friends!! This episode is about Activating Fat to Make it Metabolically Active! Brown & Beige Adipose Tissue (BAT) & "Browning" White Adipose Tissue; Wasting Energy with Mitochondrial Uncoupling and UCP1 Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat and how much! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Get Your FREE ebook on keto: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com/pages/free-ebook - Prior to beginning a new diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a new diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a new diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A new diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jul 6, 2022 • 48min
Saunas for Fat Loss & Longevity: Heat Shock Proteins, FOXO3, Mood Improvement, EuStress & Hormesis
Hi friends! This episode is all about Saunas for Fat Loss & Longevity: Heat Shock Proteins, FOXO3, Mood Improvement, EuStress & Hormesis! Saunas have long been used in certain parts of the world and in today's episode we explore this biohack and some of the mechanisms operating when we practice regular sauna use, as well as some of the studies and research showing the evidence behind these mechanisms. I was blown away by the benefits of regular sauna use! This podcast is for informational purposes only to discuss the scientific research behind sauna use. It is not a recommendation, heat exposure has risks and anyone listening must check with their doctor that this is a safe practice for them. During pregnancy saunas and hot tubs should always be avoided. Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Follow @optimalproteinpodcast on Instagram to see visuals and posts mentioned on this podcast. Link to join the facebook group for the podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2017506024952802/ Follow Vanessa on instagram to see her meals, recipes, informative posts and much more! Click here @ketogenicgirl - Prior to beginning a ketogenic diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a ketogenic diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a ketogenic diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A ketogenic diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jun 30, 2022 • 1h 15min
Ask Me Anything Special: AMA #14 - Part Two! Hacking Ice Baths for Fat Loss, What Numbers Mean "Kicked Out of Ketosis", PMSF & Getting Fat Under 40 g, IF Bad For Women?
Hi friends!! This episode is an Ask Me Anything episode featuring YOUR questions! -Hacking Ice Baths for Fat Loss -What Numbers Mean "Kicked Out of Ketosis" with More Protein? -Why Trade Protein for Carbs instead of Fat for Protein? -Energy Toxicity Risk -What is Your Current Exercise Routine in Detail? -Favorite Workouts to follow on Youtube -PMSF & How to Get Fat Under 40 g per day -Is IF Bad For Women? And Much More! Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat and how much! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Get Your FREE ebook on keto: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com/pages/free-ebook Try the Higher Protein Keto Meal Plans & Coaching: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com Special thank you to Fast Keto sponsors: Try Athletic Greens! ONE tasty scoop of Athletic Greens contains 75 vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients, including a multivitamin, multimineral, probiotic, greens superfood blend and more, that all work together to fill the nutritional gaps in your diet, increase energy and focus, aid with digestion and supports a healthy immune system, all without the need to take multiple products or pills. Visit www.athleticgreens.com/ketogenicgirl and join health experts, athletes and health conscious go-getters around the world who make a daily commitment to their health every day. Again, simply visit www.athleticgreens.com/ketogenicgirl and get your FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today. Pregnant or nursing women should seek professional medical advice before taking this or any other dietary supplement. - ButcherBox is offering new members a free Grilling Bundle in their first order. This is a deal you don't want to miss! Sign up at butcherbox.com/FASTKETO and get two, 10 oz ribeyes, 5 pounds of chicken drumsticks, and a pack of burgers for FREE. That's butcherbox.com/FASTKETO to claim this deal! - Prior to beginning a new diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a new diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a new diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A new diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jun 28, 2022 • 1h 5min
Biohacking Fat Loss and More with Ice Baths: Dr. John Limansky
Hi friends!! This episode is all about Ice Baths for Fat Loss: What is Cold Induced Thermogenesis, Brown Adipose Tissue & More on This Biohack! We define what Cold Induced Thermogenesis (CIT) and Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) is, all the research behind it and fat loss, and also how they are implemented. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a recommendation, cold exposure has risks including shock and hypothermia and anyone listening must check with their doctor that this is a safe practice for them before attempting it. Supervision is also a good idea for anyone doing ice baths due to the aforementioned risks. Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Follow @optimalproteinpodcast on Instagram to see visuals and posts mentioned on this podcast. Link to join the facebook group for the podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2017506024952802/ Follow Vanessa on instagram to see her meals, recipes, informative posts and much more! Click here @ketogenicgirl - Prior to beginning a ketogenic diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a ketogenic diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a ketogenic diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A ketogenic diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jun 23, 2022 • 55min
Ask Me Anything Special: AMA #14 - Part One! Fat Loss vs Fat Burning, How To Lose Fat on Keto (for real!), Starting Keto, Bone Broth Powder vs Whey and Much More!
Hi friends!! This episode is an Ask Me Anything episode featuring YOUR questions! Questions covered in this episode: Best time to take AG1 or Athletic Greens? Should it be refrigerated? Dr. Peter Attia tidbit Thoughts on bone broth protein powder compared to whey protein? How to tell if it's a good protein powder & is collagen good to take? Tips for beginners: What is the best way to start keto? Modified higher protein keto or standard keto? Fastest way to get into ketosis? Doing a fast as a way to "reset" and get back into deep ketosis. How to do keto properly for fat loss: Why and how having ketones & doing keto are helpful for fat loss but how to successfully lose fat on keto; Tone device question on having high numbers but no weight loss yet Thoughts on getting higher ketones on non exercise days? Importance of rest and recovery to reach our goals Thoughts on desiccated liver capsules Is breastfeeding and carnivore a good idea? Study on carbs and breastfeeding volume/content. My personal experience and ideas on making sure you are well nourished and not depleted in micronutrients or iron. Showing high breath acetone in the morning but no weight loss. Best practices for achieving fat loss when measuring ketones. Concept of "no naked carbs" and pairing carbs and fat together Comparing keto and low carb in terms of additional benefits from keto- discussion of anti-ageing, longevity, signalling & epigenetic effects of ketones Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat and how much! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Get Your FREE ebook on keto: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com/pages/free-ebook - Prior to beginning a new diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a new diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a new diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A new diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jun 20, 2022 • 49min
Ice Baths for Fat Loss: What is Cold Induced Thermogenesis, Brown Adipose Tissue & More on This Biohack!
Hi friends!! This episode is all about Ice Baths for Fat Loss: What is Cold Induced Thermogenesis, Brown Adipose Tissue & More on This Biohack! We define what Cold Induced Thermogenesis (CIT) and Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) is, all the research behind it and fat loss, and also how they are implemented. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a recommendation, cold exposure has risks including shock and hypothermia and anyone listening must check with their doctor that this is a safe practice for them before attempting it. Supervision is also a good idea for anyone doing ice baths due to the aforementioned risks. Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Follow @optimalproteinpodcast on Instagram to see visuals and posts mentioned on this podcast. Link to join the facebook group for the podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2017506024952802/ Follow Vanessa on instagram to see her meals, recipes, informative posts and much more! Click here @ketogenicgirl Try the Higher Protein Keto Meal Plans & Coaching: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com- Prior to beginning a ketogenic diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a ketogenic diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a ketogenic diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A ketogenic diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jun 16, 2022 • 51min
BIOHACKING FAT LOSS! This ONE Biohack DOUBLED Fat Burning! AND What IS Appropriate Protein?
Hi friends!! This episode is all about the ONE biohack that one of our members did that doubled his rate of fat burning as measured on the Tone device! I can't wait to see if you can guess it. We then talk about an experiment that I did, and finally what is appropriate protein? Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat and how much! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Get Your FREE ebook on keto: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com/pages/free-ebook Try the Higher Protein Keto Meal Plans & Coaching: https://www.ketogenicgirl.com Special thank you to Fast Keto sponsors: Try Athletic Greens! ONE tasty scoop of Athletic Greens contains 75 vitamins, minerals and whole food-sourced ingredients, including a multivitamin, multimineral, probiotic, greens superfood blend and more, that all work together to fill the nutritional gaps in your diet, increase energy and focus, aid with digestion and supports a healthy immune system, all without the need to take multiple products or pills. Visit www.athleticgreens.com/ketogenicgirl and join health experts, athletes and health conscious go-getters around the world who make a daily commitment to their health every day. Again, simply visit www.athleticgreens.com/ketogenicgirl and get your FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today. Pregnant or nursing women should seek professional medical advice before taking this or any other dietary supplement. - ButcherBox is offering new members a free Grilling Bundle in their first order. This is a deal you don't want to miss! Sign up at butcherbox.com/FASTKETO and get two, 10 oz ribeyes, 5 pounds of chicken drumsticks, and a pack of burgers for FREE. That's butcherbox.com/FASTKETO to claim this deal! - Prior to beginning a new diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a new diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a new diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A new diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.

Jun 14, 2022 • 1h 28min
Fitness Fantasy, Cell Immunity and Fat Loss, Crash diets, Too Much Fasting with Joel Greene
Hi friends! This episode is all about Fitness Fantasy, Cell Immunity and Fat Loss, Crash diets, Too Much Fasting with Joel Greene! Introducing the brand new TONE Device! Struggling to lose weight or reach your fitness goals? The TONE is a new breath acetone meter which lets you know if your body is burning fat! All TONE devices are NOW SHIPPING Worldwide!! Order the Black & Gold TONE HERE Order the Black & Rose Gold TONE HERE Follow @optimalproteinpodcast on Instagram to see visuals and posts mentioned on this podcast. Link to join the facebook group for the podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2017506024952802/ Follow Vanessa on instagram to see her meals, recipes, informative posts and much more! Click here @ketogenicgirl - Prior to beginning a ketogenic diet you should undergo a health screening with your physician to confirm that a ketogenic diet is suitable for you and to rule out any conditions and contraindications that may pose risks or are incompatible with a ketogenic diet, including by way of example: conditions affecting the kidneys, liver or pancreas; muscular dystrophy; pregnancy; breast-feeding; being underweight; eating disorders; any health condition that requires a special diet [other conditions or contraindications]; hypoglycemia; or type 1 diabetes. A ketogenic diet may or may not be appropriate if you have type 2 diabetes, so you must consult with your physician if you have this condition. Anyone under the age of 18 should consult with their physician and their parents or legal guardian before beginning such a diet. Use of Ketogenic Girl videos are subject to the Ketogenicgirl.com Terms of Use and Medical Disclaimer. All rights reserved. If you do not agree with these terms, do not listen to, or view any Ketogenic Girl podcasts or videos.


