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The Naru FastCast
Episode 25 - The ONLY diet that will ever work, consistency.
In Episode 25 of The Naru FastCast, Dave delves into the essential ingredient for sustainable weight management, health and longevity: consistency. Join Dave as he explores the power of consistency in adopting a healthy lifestyle, debunking common diet myths, and discovering the key principles behind maintaining long-term success. From practical tips to inspiring anecdotes, this episode will empower you to harness the transformative potential of consistency on your journey towards optimal health and wellness.Thanks so much for listening.Dave & Josh 🙏If you enjoyed the Naru FASTCAST, then come and find out mor...
2024-04-07
18 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 24 - Things that get monitored get changed
In this episode, Dave takes you on a journey of unexpected diagnosis and transformation, emphasising the profound impact of our environment on health and lifestyle changes. The story begins with an individual facing an unforeseen health condition, leading to a dramatic shift towards better health practices and personal evolution. Through discussions on the importance of regular health checks and the challenge of overcoming addiction, we highlight how external circumstances and personal choices intertwine to shape our paths towards wellness. The narrative further explores the concept of 'analysis paralysis' and the struggle to initiate changes, underscoring the significant role of d...
2024-04-07
28 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 23 - Fasting, Hormones, and Harmony: Navigating Women's Wellness
In this podcast, Dave explores the differences in fasting experiences between men and women, shedding light on the unique challenges women face due to hormonal fluctuations throughout their menstrual cycle. Drawing from Dr. Mindy Peltz’s book "Fast Like A Girl," the Dave discusses how factors like energy levels, cognition, and focus vary for women during different phases of their cycle compared to men. Dave emphasises the importance of understanding these differences to be better husbands, brothers and allies to women.The podcast highlights key points such as:Women's hormonal changes impact energy levels, cognition, and cr...
2024-02-29
35 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 22 - Should you fast with a cold and another HIIT episode.
Welcome to Episode 22 of The Naru FastCast, hosted by the Naru Nutrition brothers, Dave and Josh Masson. In today's insightful episode, we delve into two key topics that can help you optimise your health and well-being.First up, Dave takes the mic to discuss the incredible benefits of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). If you've ever wondered how to achieve remarkable results in a short amount of time, this segment is a must-listen. Dave breaks down the science behind HIIT, its numerous advantages, and offers practical tips on how to incorporate it into your fitness routine....
2024-01-26
46 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 21 - Josh's Gym Redemption - 10 Years of Mistakes and the Road to Transformation
In this explosive 21st episode, Josh and Dave return to the mic, but this time, it's all about Josh's journey from gym mishaps to monumental progress. Josh takes the spotlight as he candidly shares the last decade of gym mistakes and the incredible changes he's made to finally achieve the results he's always dreamt of. Tune in as Josh spills the beans on his personal transformation and discover how you can avoid his pitfalls to reach your fitness goals faster! Dave is in there somewhere, teasing the topic for the next episode around the benefits of High Intensity Interval...
2024-01-19
1h 24
The Naru FastCast
Episode 20 - Does X break a fast
In Episode 20 of The Naru FastCast, Dave discusses whether various substances or actions break a fast and impact the benefits of fasting, such as ketosis, gut rest, weight management, and autophagy. It highlights that fasting is not a one-size-fits-all approach and should align with individual goals and preferences. Key points covered include:Ketosis: Fasting rapidly induces ketosis, a state known for fat burning and cognitive benefits.Resting the Gut: Fasting affects daily rhythms in the gut, impacting the gut microbiome and immune system.Weight Management: Fasting encourages the use of existing fat stores for energy and helps manage...
2023-12-22
20 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 19 - Feed the FAST! The best Pre & Post Fasting meals.
In Episode 19 of The NaruFast Dave discusses the importance of timing and food choices when fasting. It emphasises that fasting is not a cure-all for a poor diet but rather focuses on when and what you eat. Breaking a fast is particularly crucial, as the meal immediately after fasting has a significant impact. Dave explains that the body transitions from fat to glucose metabolism when breaking a fast, making it sensitive to glucose intake. To optimise this transition, the podcast suggests following five principles for the ideal fast-breaking meal, including prioritising protein, minding fibrous vegetables, delaying carb intake, enhancing...
2023-12-15
18 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 18 - Fast & Fit: The Runner's Journey
In Episode 18 Josh interviews Gwylym Gibson. Gwylym is Naru Nutrition's FIRST sponsored athlete!Gwylym is a renowned athlete and runner hailing from New Plymouth, New Zealand. His journey in the world of running began at a very young age, starting at 8 years old, and he has since established himself as a prominent figure in the running community. Here are some key highlights of Gwylym Gibson's athletic career so far:Early Beginnings: Gwylym's passion for running started with his involvement in the Ingelwood For Egmont Athletics Club, laying the foundation for his future achievements.M...
2023-12-01
55 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 17 - How can we access our energy?
In Episode 17 of our podcast, Dave delves into a topic that's both eye-opening and thought-provoking: accessing stored energy. In today's fast-paced world, food is just a click away, but despite this convenience, many of us find ourselves overfed and undernourished.Here's a mind-boggling fact: the average person carries around a staggering 100,000 calories of energy with them at all times. To put that into perspective, it's like lugging around 361 Cornish pasties in your backpack, just waiting for those hunger pangs to strike. The big question is, would you keep buying more pasties or finally indulge...
2023-11-19
16 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 16 - Don Armand - Insights into the Mindset of England Rugby Player
In Episode 16 of The Naru FastCast, Dave had the honour of interviewing one of his favourite individuals, Don Armand. During the episode, Don joined Dave and Josh to delve into the role of intermittent fasting in his illustrious professional rugby career.Don Armand's Rugby Career Highlights:Club Career:Joined Exeter Chiefs in the English Aviva Premiership in July 2013 on a two-year contract.Played a pivotal role in Exeter Chiefs' triumphant 2017 Aviva Premiership championship victory.Earned the title of man of the match in the thrilling 2017 final where Exeter Chiefs clinched a 23-20...
2023-11-10
1h 11
The Naru FastCast
Episode 15 - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and intermittent fasting
In Episode 15 of The Naru FastCast I delve into a subject that affects millions of women - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a common hormonal endocrine disorder that can lead to a wide range of issues, from irregular periods to infertility and more. But today, we're going to explore a promising approach to managing PCOS - intermittent fasting, specifically time-restricted feeding (TRF).In a recent study conducted by Li et al. and published in 2021, the effects of TRF on women with anovulatory PCOS were investigated. The study, conducted over a 6-week period, had...
2023-11-03
33 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 14 - Continuous Glucose Monitors
In episode 14 of The Naru FastCast, we discussed the pivotal role of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) in health monitoring, emphasising their capacity to provide real-time insights into how various factors affect our metabolic health. We highlighted the positive aspects, such as personalised nutritional insights, better food choices, and improved diabetes management, as well as the potential of CGMs in personalised nutrition. However, we also delved into the challenges, including accuracy and interpretation complexity, the invasive nature of CGMs, and associated costs. We underscored the relevance of a recent study involving pre- and post-menopausal women, shedding lig...
2023-11-03
18 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 13 - The people around you either make you healthy or unhealthy.
Episode 13 looks into how people around you can either add to your health or take away from it. We are social beings and heavily influenced by our environment. Our social environment influences our behaviours so much. In this podcast we look at the results from this paper "Social influences are associated with BMI and weight loss intentions in young adults". The study examined the influence of social factors on BMI and weight loss intentions among young adults aged 18 to 25. It found that obesity tends to cluster among young adults, and social norms play a significant role in t...
2023-09-29
22 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 12 - 'Micro-workout' & are bluetooth headphones safe?
Episode 12 of The Naru FastCast is one not to miss. In this eye-opening podcast episode, we dive deep into the world of micro-workouts and their astounding health benefits. Discover how just a few minutes of exercise a day can reduce cancer risk and prevent long-term sickness absence. We explore the science behind micro-workouts, share simple exercises to get you started, and discuss how they can fit seamlessly into your daily routine. Tune in to unlock the secret to a healthier, more active, and productive life!We also may make you think twice about your bluetooth headphones.
2023-09-25
19 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 11 - How to avoid the negative effects of shift work
In Episode 11 this week of The Naru FastCast Dave chats about shift workers. By the end of episode 11 you will probably consider yourself a shift worker!In a world that thrives on constant activity, nearly 30 percent of Americans find themselves navigating the challenges of shift work, where disrupted circadian rhythms can take a toll on health. However, a beacon of hope emerges in the form of time-restricted eating (TRE). Recent research, conducted with firefighters often entrenched in irregular schedules, reveals that a 10-hour eating window is not only feasible but profoundly beneficial. Shift workers practicing T...
2023-09-08
10 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 10 - Why does hydration change for women during their menstrual cycle?
In Episode 10 of The Naru FastCast Dave talks about the fascinating world of female hydration. While staying hydrated is crucial for the overall health of both men and women, there's a lesser-known connection between women's unique hydration needs and their hormone cycles. Dave dives into the science as we uncover how oestrogen receptors in the brain's control centre, plays a pivotal role. Learn about the intriguing dynamics during the luteal phase and the role of vasopressin in fluid balance. Discover smart strategies to optimise hydration, including preloading with sodium and choosing electrolyte-rich beverages. Join u...
2023-09-01
16 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 9 - 'Anti-nutrients' and weight training with resistance bands.
In Episode 9 of The Naru FastCast we tackle 'Anti-nutrients' and Josh open Dave's eye's up to how he should be using his resistance bands to train. Dave & Josh this week jump into 'Ant-nutrients' which are basically certain foods that can interfere or reduce the absorption of certain minerals. On the list of culprits are:GoitrogensLectins OxalatesPhytatesSaponinsTanninsTo be frank, choosing broccoli or a donut....the donut will be the clear 'anti-nutrient'. However, if you are cooking with lots of food groups that can affect vitamin and mineral absorption, you should maybe about optimising you...
2023-08-22
55 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 8 - Zone 2 exercise and Heart Rate Variability
In Episode 8 of The Naru Fast Cast Dave fly solo and discusses the importance of keeping exercise within Zone 2 and the broader benefits on heart rate variability. What is Zone 2 Exercise? Zone 2 exercise would be light-to-moderate exercise that you could have a conversation during but find it burdensome to do so.Zone 2 exercise can be calculated in 2 ways:1. Max heart rate is 220 – Age = Max Heart Rate. Your zone 2 exercise will be 60-70% of your max heart rate.2. ...
2023-08-11
22 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 7 - Stacking the deck on healthy behaviours and cold water exposure
In Episode 7 this week Dave discusses how stacking the deck with healthy routines make lasting improvements on your health and wellbeing. Josh has been practising cold water plunges, ice baths and daily cold showers since 2018, so he dives into the science and also finishes with some great tips and tricks for recovery after your cold plunge!What do we cover in Episode 7?Simple tips to reduce regular insulin spikes: ✅ Intermittent Fasting (e.g. eat between 11am and 7pm)✅ Try to consume around 1/3 of your carbohydrates within 1hr of ex...
2023-07-28
1h 01
The Naru FastCast
Episode 6 - Does LOW-SALT cause hypertension? Is physiological sighing the best antidote to sleep problems?
In Episode 6 this week Dave answers the question, does LOW-SALT cause hypertension? Josh brings evidence direct from his clinic surrounding the benefits of physiological sighing for sleep problems?Dave this week will make you think twice before deciding to go onto a LOW-SALT diet.Scientists have found that across all populations, when people are left to unrestricted sodium consumption, people tend to settle in at 3,000 to 4,000 milligrams of sodium per day (7.5g to 10g of SALT 🧂).This amount holds true for people in all hemispheres, all climates, all ran...
2023-07-18
55 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 5 - Josh covers Autophagy and Dave gets into Minerals!
In Episode 5 this week Josh breaks down Autophagy into simple bite size bits. Dave goes into the benefits of minerals in fasting and why this is important. Dave discusses why do we need to sweat the small stuff?Our bodies cannot manufacture everything it needs to function. There are FIVE essential nutrients that everyone needs to consume through dietary sources to maintain optimal health and to prevent death! These are broken down into two groups:MICROnutrientsMineralsVitaminsWaterMACROnutrientsFats (Fa...
2023-07-14
53 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 4 - How Leaky Gut Can Lead to a Leaky Brain & 8 Unconventional Health Tips
In Episode 4 of the The Naru FastCast we bring you some great topics. In episode 4 Dave and Josh cover how leaky gut can lead to a leaky brain & 8 unconventional health tips. Dave goes full nerd in this episode, so listen carefully and you will find out about this amazing topic, intestinal permeability (leaky gut). Our digestive tract is consist of a single layer of epithelial cells (called enterocytes) that control the exchanging nutrients between the intestine and the bloodstream.This layer of the gut must be permeable to nutrients yet impermeable to pathogens.
2023-07-07
55 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 3 - How sitting is ruining our health & menopause and muscle loss
In Episode 3 of the The Naru FastCast we bring you audio and video this week! In episode 3 Dave and Josh cover how sitting is ruining our health, menopause and muscle loss. Dave takes a dive into the world of collagen, menopause, muscle loss and why we need to maintain muscle mass throughout our life. Why supplement with Collagen?Collagen is protein molecules made up of amino acids. It provides structural support to the extracellular space of connective tissues. Due to its rigidity and resistance to stretching, it is the perfect matrix for skin, te...
2023-06-30
45 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 2 - Coffee timing and late night snacking!
In this episode of the Naru FastCast, Josh talks about why it is best to leave around one to two hours before your first caffeine hit of the day. Dave explains why you should always aim to AVOID calories two to three hours before bed and for at least one to two hours after waking. Dave also discusses the relationship between melatonin (sleep hormone) and insulin (storage hormone). Dave and Josh have provided some great evidence based protocols you can implement into your daily routine in episode 2 of the Naru FastCast.If you enjoyed the N...
2023-06-23
29 min
The Naru FastCast
Episode 1 - Find out why two brothers from Devon, England started Naru Nutrition
Two brothers, ONE passion...helping people move away from quick attitude to their health and foster a legacy of healthy lifestyle changes.Every great endeavour starts with an origin story, so here is ours. Epidsode 1 of the Naru FASTCAST will help anyone understand why we have started Naru Nutrition. Dave started his life by having life saving open heart surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital at just TWO days old. Since then he has overcome a car crash that left him in a wheelchair and a fractured back. Dave now at 35 years old is a c...
2023-06-16
29 min
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Dirtybeats #042
1. Corey James & Will K vs. S-A, AN21 & Sebjak vs. Masson - Tenpaku vs. Gods (Pontus Green Edit) 2. Robbie Rivera, Shawnee Taylor - Falling Deeper (Dave Winnel's Energy Mix) 3. M.E.G. & N.E.R.A.K. - Bring It Back (Original Mix) 4. Fraanklyn - Rock The Funky Beat (Original Mix) 5. Danny Ray X Will K - Bot (Original Mix) 6. Third Party vs. Florence & The Machine - Collide vs. You've Got The Love (Pontus Green Edit) 7. Amersy - Air (Original Mix) 8. Wayne & Woods, Fred Issue - Get D Fuck (Original Mix) 9. Lush & Simon x Paris & Simo - Drop The Pressure (Original...
2015-07-10
00 min