Hollywood Health, Dirty Keto, and Food Lies: Vinnie Tortorich on Myths, Missteps, and Taking Back Control

Everyday Ancestral with James Barry

In this episode, I had the absolute privilege of sitting down with Vinnie Tortorich, a pioneer in the health and fitness world. Vinnie is a seasoned personal trainer, filmmaker, and podcasting veteran, with a career spanning over 40 years. Known for his groundbreaking documentaries like Fat: A Documentary, Beyond Impossible, and Dirty Keto, Vinnie exposes the myths and misinformation rampant in the health and food industries.

We dive into his no-nonsense approach to nutrition, the transformative power of an NSNG (No Sugars, No Grains) lifestyle, and the bold truths behind diet trends like keto and carnivore. Vinnie shares the philosophy that shaped his career and personal life, including his inspiring journey battling leukemia while staying committed to optimal health. You don’t want to miss his take on food industry conspiracies, why science needs skepticism, and how to filter through the noise in modern wellness.

Key Takeaways

The Evolution of Personal Training – Vinnie shares his journey from a teenage trainer in New Orleans to a Hollywood fitness pioneer shaping the industry.

Debunking Diet Myths – Why low-carb, NSNG principles outperform fad diets for long-term health and weight management.

Truth About Fake Foods – Exposing the lies behind the fake meat industry and the hidden dangers of processed alternatives.

Navigating Modern Diet Trends – Insights into the pros, cons, and pitfalls of popular diets like keto, carnivore, and paleo.

The Cancer Connection – How Vinnie’s diet and mindset played a critical role in his 17-year cancer remission.

Where to Find Our Guest

Vinnie Tortorich’s work and resources are available at https://vinnietortorich.com/

Follow Vinnie On Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vinnietortorich/

Links & Resources

Check out Vinnie Tortorich’s documentaries Fat: A Documentary, Beyond Impossible, and Dirty Keto on Amazon : https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries/

Apply for Vinnies VIP group at https://vinnietortorich.com/vip/

Download the Intro To NSNG ebook for $10 at https://nsng.vinnietortorich.com/product/intro-to-nsng/

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Call to Action

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