What if the key to better health isn't cutting carbs, but changing how you think about them? Ethan sits down with fitness expert Harley Pasternak to unpack the myths surrounding carbohydrates, fad diets, and sustainable weight loss. Drawing from both science and personal experience, they explore why moderation beats restriction, how fear around food develops, and practical strategies for building healthier eating habits that last. If you're tired of nutrition confusion and looking for a balanced approach, this conversation is for you.
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00:00 - Welcome and Why Carbs Get a Bad Reputation
03:18 - The Fear of Reintroducing Carbohydrates
08:05 - Why Extreme Diets Eventually Fail
13:47 - The Psychology Behind Food Restriction
19:12 - Building a Sustainable Relationship with Food
24:56 - Why Moderation Is So Difficult
30:18 - Debunking Common Nutrition Myths
36:11 - Practical Habits That Actually Work
41:02 - The PATH Method for Balanced Meals
47:01 - Moderation as a Lifelong Philosophy
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