Episode 392: Layne Norton: The BEST Diet to Follow + Is Diet Coke Actually Bad For You?

<h2>Ever wondered which diet is the best? Or if artificial sweeteners are actually bad for you? </h2><p>In this Fitness Friday episode, I chat with nutrition expert Dr. Layne Norton as he reveals a surprising truth about dieting. We discuss why personalization matters in choosing a diet strategy, the truth about artificial sweeteners and diet soda, and how cognitive dissonance affects our diet beliefs. </p><p>Tune in for evidence-based perspectives that might challenge what you thought you knew about dieting. </p><p>Layne Norton is the founder of BioLayne. He created the company to provide ethical, science-based coaching that synthesized real-world experience with evidence-based protocols. In his coaching career, he has turned over 70 people pro and reshaped the way that countless people think about nutrition. To that end, Layne completed a BS in Biochemistry and a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences, honing his intellectual skills under Dr. Donald Layman, one of the foremost researchers on protein metabolism and fat loss in the world.</p><p><br></p><p>What we discuss: </p><ul>
<li>Comparison of different diets for long-term weight loss</li>
<li>Personalization of diet strategies</li>
<li>Flexible dieting approach</li>
<li>Diet soda and artificial sweeteners</li>
<li>Effects on weight loss</li>
<li>Impact on gut microbiome</li>
<li>Common misconceptions</li>
<li>Breakdown of aspartame and its components</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Find the full episode here: </strong></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-245-layne-norton-the-secret-hack-to-following/id1451897026?i=1000614962499">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-245-layne-norton-the-secret-hack-to-following/id1451897026?i=1000614962499</a> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors:</strong></p><p>Therasage: Head over to <a href="http://therasage.com/">therasage.com</a> and use code Be Bold for 15% off </p><p>TruNiagen: Head over to <a href="http://truniagen.com/">truniagen.com</a> and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.</p><p>Magic Mind: Head over to <a href="http://www/">www</a>.<a href="http://magicmind.com/">magicmind.com</a>/jen and use code Jen at checkout.</p><p>BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to <a href="https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohen">https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohen</a>and use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase.</p><p>Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at <a href="http://timeline.com/cohen">timeline.com/cohen</a></p><p>Air Doctor: Go to<a href="http://airdoctorpro.com/"> airdoctorpro.com</a> and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Find more from Layne Norton, PhD: </strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://biolayne.com/">https://biolayne.com/</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/biolayne/">@biolayne </a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Find more from Jen:</strong></p><p><strong>Website:</strong> <a href="https://www.jennifercohen.com/">https://www.jennifercohen.com/</a></p><p><strong>Instagram:</strong> @therealjencohen</p><p><strong>Books: </strong><a href="https://www.jennifercohen.com/books">https://www.jennifercohen.com/books</a></p><p><strong>Speaking</strong>: <a href="https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements">https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements</a></p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="http://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>