Welcome to The Revival Method Podcast!
Where we give you the actionable steps you need to move, think, and feel better.
This week, Dr. Brandon Parker sits down with Dr. Alan Bacon, a fitness and nutrition expert known for cutting through misinformation in the health space. Together, they tackle some of the most common myths in fitness and nutrition, discuss the science behind sustainable health, and share practical tips you can apply today.
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Connect with Dr. Alan Bacon:
🔹 Website:MauiAthletics.com
🔹 Instagram:@DrAlanBacon
Timestamps & Key Topics:
0:00 - Welcome to The Revival Method Podcast
- Introduction to this week’s guest: Dr. Alan Bacon
- Why his content is doing "God’s work" in debunking bad health advice
1:05 - Dr. Alan Bacon’s Origin Story
- From oral surgeon to fitness and nutrition coach
- How personal tragedy shaped his career transition
- The importance of prioritizing health before it’s too late
6:37 - The Biggest Lie: “I’m Too Busy to Be Healthy”
- Time management is your biggest weakness
- Why the “all-or-nothing” mindset is setting you up for failure
- Simple, non-overwhelming steps to start today
12:22 - The Problem with Focusing Only on Weight Loss
- Why the scale isn’t the best measurement of success
- Small wins you might be missing
- The right way to track progress
18:02 - “I’m Eating 1,200 Calories and Not Losing Weight” – What’s Really Happening?
- Why you’re likely underestimating your calorie intake
- The science of metabolic adaptation
- How to accurately track what you eat
27:02 - The Truth About Carbs: Stop Being Afraid
- Why carbs don’t make you fat
- How low-carb diets impact performance
- The real science behind glucose, energy, and brain function
37:20 - Are Vegan Meat Alternatives Healthy?
- The shocking truth about plant-based processed foods
- Why “vegan” doesn’t mean “healthy”
- The nutritional downsides of fake meat
42:30 - The Truth About Fasting: Longevity, Autophagy & Fat Loss
- Does fasting really extend your life?
- Why fasting isn’t the “hack” people claim it is
- The best way to promote longevity and fat loss
50:10 - The Biggest Misconceptions About Cortisol & Insulin
- Why cortisol isn’t the enemy
- The real role of insulin in fat storage and muscle gain
- How misinformation is leading people down the wrong path
1:02:00 - How to Spot Bad Fitness Advice Online
- The red flags of misinformation
- Why large follower counts don’t equal credibility
- The right way to vet health and fitness advice
1:06:45 - The Power of Changing Your Mind When Presented With New Evidence
- The importance of evolving your beliefs
- Why admitting you were wrong is a sign of growth
- How to become a lifelong learner in health and fitness