“Not all calories are created equally.” In this episode, Dr. Paul Saladino, MD, and Gary Brecka discuss the concept of “calories in, calories out” (CICO), caloric deficit, and metabolic syndrome. Dr. Saladino also shares scientific studies on unprocessed versus ultra-processed foods and linoleic acid-rich foods, as well as the role of LDL in human bodies. Join Dr. Saladino & Gary Brecka as they reveal the hidden dangers of ultra-processed foods, and why the USDA needs to promote better food quality. Tune in to discover the truths that the food industry doesn’t want you to know. Connect with Dr. Paul Saladino, MD: “The Carnivore Code” book by Dr. Paul Saladino, MD available here: https://theultimatehuman.com/book-recs Listen to Dr. Paul Saladino, MD "Fundamental Health" podcast weekly on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4f2XCDv For More Information on Dr. Paul Saladino, MD visit: https://bit.ly/3W6NPUh Follow Dr. Paul Saladino, MD on Instagram: https://bit.ly/4cM8OCG Follow Dr. Paul Saladino, MD on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3LtIilx Follow Dr. Paul Saladino, MD on TikTok: https://bit.ly/4cM2RG6 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 01:21 ​Intro of Show and Guest 03:47 ​Dr. Paul Saladino’s Research on Calories 05:42 ​Dr. Kevin Hall Controlled Trial Results on Unprocessed and Ultra-Processed Foods 07:29 ​Calories Not Created Equally 11:49 ​Pilot Study on Linoleic Acid-Rich Meals 14:15 ​Debates on the Causes of Cholesterol 15:44 ​Oxidized LDL (oxLDL) and its Harmful Effects 19:52 ​Atherosclerosis Causes and Risk Factors 23:50 ​“Calories in, Calories out” (CICO) Concept 27:35 ​Markers of Metabolic Syndrome 30:38 ​Connect with Dr. Paul Saladino  Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Order The 1 Genetic Test That Will Give You Results For Life Here: https://bit.ly/3L5k8hl  Get The Supplements That Gary Recommends Here: https://bit.ly/4cMDGm7 Sign up for 10X Health Affiliate Program: https://bit.ly/3ROGPd6 Join our FREE 3-Day Ultimate Cold Plunge Challenge. Register now for exclusive access!: https://bit.ly/3zFjgxb PLUNGE - Use code “Ultimate” for $150 off your order of the best cold plunge & sauna in the US: https://bit.ly/3yYE3vl EIGHT SLEEP - Use code “GARY” to get $350 off Pod 4 Ultra: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E ECHO GO PLUS HYDROGEN WATER BOTTLE: https://bit.ly/3xG0Pb8 BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/4cJdJE7 Discover top-rated products and exclusive deals. Shop now and elevate your everyday essentials with just a click!: https://theultimatehuman.com/amazon-recs   Watch “The Ultimate Human Podcast with Gary Brecka” every Tuesday and Thursday at 9AM ET on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Follow The Ultimate Human on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3VP9JuR   Follow The Ultimate Human on TikTok: https://bit.ly/3XIusTX Follow The Ultimate Human on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Y5pPDJ Follow Gary Brecka on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs Follow Gary Brecka on TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo Follow Gary Brecka on Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H   SUBSCRIBE TO: https://www.youtube.com/@ultimatehumanpodcast https://www.youtube.com/@garybrecka Download “The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka” podcast on all your favorite platforms: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0   The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistanc