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The Pastore Podcast

Dr. Robert Pastore, PhD, CNS

Join Dr. Robert Pastore and his co-host Lexie (@lexircise) as they discuss and clarify nutritional and neurochemical science. Dr. Pastore is also joined by guests from backgrounds of all types – from all-star athletes, to top trainers and coaches, to scientists and researchers - and dives deeply into the science behind optimizing performance and longevity. Dr. Pastore is a Certified Nutrition Specialist, and holds an MS in Human Nutrition from Eastern Michigan University and a Ph.D. in Biomedical

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On Sunscreen

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/08/16

Dr. Pastore and Lexie discuss sunscreen, focusing on how the chemicals in the product designed to protect your skin against the sun’s harmful affects can be absorbed and negatively affect the inside of your body, and what you can do about it now. Dr. Pastore covers what SPF is and what the SPF number on your sunscreen bottle means; melanin, sunburns & tans; UVA & UVB rays; how sunscreen affects your body’s natural vitamin D production and what the FDA has to say about the current active chemical

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59:20

On Functional Nutrigenomics

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/08/09

We are all bicohemically unique, and much of that has to do with our genetic makeup. Dr. Pastore and Lexie discuss one of Dr. Pastore’s specialties as a practitioner - nutrigenomics; specifically functional nutrigenomics. Dr. Pastore covers what the research has shown and how he applies nutrigenomics with his patients to identify how their DNA sequence variation/mutations or “genetic errors”(scientifically known as single-nucleotide polymorphism or SNPs) can lead to health complications, nutritional

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50:26

On “Weight Loss” Supplements

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/08/02

Dr. Pastore and Lexie cover 5 popular supplements typically marketed for weight loss. Dr Pastore discusses CLA, apple cider vinegar, L-carnitine, green tea extract (EGCG) and skinny teas; what the actual research and studies have to shown, and how some of them, if taken daily, are actually doing much more harm than good.

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On Common Nutritional Deficiencies

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/07/26

Dr. Pastore and Lexie discuss some of the most common nutritional deficiencies in the standard North American diet. They look in depth at vitamin D, choline, magnesium, Omega 3 (EPA/DHA), zinc and iron and what these vitamins/minerals/nutrients do in the body, where we find them in food, how much we need daily and what blood tests Dr. Pastore recommends to determine if you’re deficient. More info about Dr. Pastore: https://drrobertpastore.com/ More info about Lexie:

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On Artificial Sweeteners & Sugar Alcohols

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/07/19

In this episode, Lexie and Dr. Pastore discuss: • The types of naturally occurring sugar • Artificial sweeteners, how they are chemically processed and their negative health benefits, specifically the increasingly popular sweeteners aspartame and acesulfame potassium (ace-K) • Sugar alcohols and how they are processed • Plant-based & natural sweeteners • Why you should retrain your taste buds to adapt to whole foods and natural sugar again

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52:01

On CBD Research

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/07/12

Lexie and Dr. Pastore discuss cannabinoids, specifically CBD and the scientific research around its current health claims. Dr. Pastore explains the endocannabinoid system, the current lack of regulation for CBD products such as tinctures, creams and food supplements and his hopes for the future of CBD research.

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01:09:40

A Conversation with Roger Deutsch, CEO of Cell...

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/07/05

Roger is the CEO and Founder of Cell Science Systems and PreviMedica, a nutrition consulting firm. He is also the CEO of Cell Science Systems, GmbH, Potsdam Germany. Roger is one of the pioneers of food and chemical sensitivities testing with involvement in this field since 1986. Dr. Pastore and Roger discuss the ALCAT test, what it is and how it difference from standard traditional allergy testing. They discuss some of the research conducted at Yale School of Medicine, pathomechanisms of

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01:03:47

On Diagnosing Celiac Disease

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/06/14

Dr. Pastore elaborates on his recent paper published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition in May 2019 regarding the celiac disease clinical decision support system (CD-CDSS) he designed to help medical experts diagnose the clinical chameleon that is celiac disease. Celiac disease is a genetic disease affecting roughly 1 out of 100 people. The current average duration to diagnosis is 10 years, yet 83% of people with the disease will never be diagnosed. Physician Review of a Celiac

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57:09

On the Glycemic Index, Triglycerides and Cholesterol

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/05/31

Lexie and Dr. Pastore look more in-depth at the glycemic index, glycemic load, how foods are scored, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) & how the GI score of a food affects symptoms, triglycerides, the negative effects of trans fats, and cholesterol, including the good kind of the “bad” LDL cholesterol. Dr. Pastore shares tools and resources including: Harvard Health’s Glycemic Index for 60+ foods: https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/glycemic-index-and-glycemic-load-for-100-foods

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59:47

On Blood Sugar & Insulin

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/05/17

In this episode, Dr. Pastore discusses carbohydrates, blood sugar & glucose, insulin, insulin resistance, symptoms of high blood sugar, medical testing methods, glycogen stores in muscles, diabetes and why you should reconsider drinking juice.

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A Conversation with Ben Prentiss

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/05/10

Dr. Pastore is joined by long time friend and renowned hockey strength and conditioning coach Ben Prentiss. In this conversation, Ben shares a sliver of the knowledge he’s learned over two decades of training professional athletes from the NHL and Olympic, including the importance of individualized macro and training cycles based on seasonal performance, physical testing, and biological and neurochemical analysis. Learn more about Ben here: https://www.prentisshockey.com/

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The Neurochemistry of Focus & Attention

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/05/03

Dr. Pastore covers the neurochemistry of focus and attention, how internal and external noise affect productivity, ADD and ADHD, and the negative health effects of prescription medication and stimulant abuse. Learn more about the neurochemistry of focus here: https://poweronpoweroff.com/blogs/longform/the-neurochemistry-of-focus

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A Conversation with Cary Berkowitz, CSCS

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/04/26

Cary Berkowitz is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, movement specialist, and health and fitness coach in New York City. In this conversation, Dr. Pastore and Cary discuss the importance of breathing in exercise, the tradeoffs between aesthetics, performance and longevity, and potential issues that might disrupt muscle protein synthesis.

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01:09:04

The Neurochemistry of Sleep

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/04/19

Dr. Pastore shares his knowledge around one of the most important aspects of health and recovery: sleep. In this conversation, he explains the basic neurochemistry of sleep, travel and jet lag, REM and sleep cycles, the effects of lack of sleep, insomnia, the negative effects of prescription and over the counter sleep aids and his recommendations for a proper pre-bed routine. Want more information? Find Dr. Pastore’s Neurochemistry of Sleep article here:

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Gluten Intolerances and Allergies

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/04/16

Dr. Pastore discusses gluten sensitivities, gluten allergies and his own personal experience with Celiac disease. He breaks down what gluten is, the signs and symptoms and the physiology related to various gluten reactions, and what medical tests he recommends for a true diagnosis.

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A Conversation with Dr. Corey Peacock

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/04/12

Dr. Pastore sits down with Dr. Corey Peacock, PhD, CSCS, RSCC, CISSN, FRCms, to discuss his research within protein science, genetics and sports performance. The two doctors discuss the sleep, hydration, foam rolling, protein intake of up to 4.4g/kg per day, supplementation, recovery and the future of genetic testing for elite athletes. Learn more about Dr. Peacock here: https://www.peacockperformance.com/

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Neurochemistry 101

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/04/05

Dr. Pastore educates listeners on basic neurochemistry, what the main neurotransmitters and their functions are, and why nutrition is key for optimal neurochemistry.

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A Conversation with Christian Burrus

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/03/29

Dr. Pastore sits down with Christian Burrus, Developmental Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Chicago Blackhawks. Christian discusses how he structured his life to achieve his current role, as well as the innovative approaches he applies to athletes in terms of nutrition, mobility, training frequency, and sleep to improve their overall performance and career longevity. Christian’s off-ice training app can be found here: http://traintoadapt.net/

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On Omega Fatty Acids

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/03/22

Dr. Pastore dives into Omega fatty acids and why they are so critical for overall health. Dr. Pastore covers Omega 3/6/9 and EPA/DHA/ALA, the chemical structure of these fats, where they naturally occur in foods and how they’re digested, fish oil supplementation, and the most recent research regarding weight loss with Omega 3 supplementation.

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The Father of Paleo, Dr. Loren Cordain

The Pastore Podcast ·

2019/03/15

Dr. Pastore is joined by The Founder of the Paleo Diet® Movement, Dr. Loren Cordain. Dr. Cordain is one of the world’s leading experts on the natural human diet of our Stone Age ancestors, the author of more than 100 peer-reviewed scientific articles and abstracts, and has appeared in the world’s top scientific journals for his research into the health benefits of Stone Age Diets for contemporary people. Dr. Cordain discusses how he discovered paleolithic nutrition in the 1980’s and the

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