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666: Mastering Nutrition: How to Think Clearly About Diet in a World of Conflicting Advice with Christopher Masterjohn

Seed oils have become one of the most polarizing topics in nutrition. In this episode, Ted speaks with nutrition scientist Christopher Masterjohn to unpack the history, science, and controversy behind the debate. They explore fatty liver, oxidative stress, choline intake, metabolic testing, and how to think more clearly about diet in a world full of conflicting advice.

Your 2026 Body Blueprint — Part 5: Nutrition After 40 Without the Confusion, Extreme Diets, or Quitting Your Social Life

After 40, nutrition gets more confusing — not less. Strict diets, conflicting advice, and the idea that a “slow metabolism,” hormones, or age are to blame often lead busy men down the wrong path. In this episode, Ted breaks down a clear, evidence-based approach to nutrition that supports metabolic health, longevity, and fat loss without quitting your social life or eliminating foods you enjoy. Learn how to prioritize what actually matters after 40 and build an approach that fits your lifestyle, travel schedule, and long-term goals.

656: How to Stay Lean During the Holidays (It’s Easier Than You Think)

The holidays don’t have to mean weight gain and frustration. In this episode, Ted shares his exact strategy for staying lean while enjoying family, food, travel, and celebrations — without dieting, guilt, or fitness extremism. Learn the simple habits that keep you on track and make the holidays feel good again. Listen now!

654: The Big Mac vs Salmon Debate: Why Your Bloodwork Tells the Truth About Your Diet

Many people think they’re eating healthy, but their blood work and body composition tell a different story. In this episode, Ted reveals why food quality is only part of the picture — and how data, not diet labels, is the real key to optimizing your health and longevity. Listen now!