UNCONDITIONAL

How Ultra-Processed Foods Took Over The World - Comments & Case Study | Ep 29

Ultra-processed foods now make up 55% of the daily calories for the average American. How did this happen and should we be concerned? In this episode of Unconditional with Norbie Schickel, we explore how ultra-processed foods took over the modern diet, why they became so popular, and what their rise may have cost us in terms of obesity, metabolic health, hormones, diabetes, and human vitality. We look at the convenience, taste, low cost, shelf stability, and marketing power that made ultra-processed foods nearly impossible to avoid. We also examine the bigger question: is the modern health crisis really just about calories, willpower, and exercise—or has the food itself fundamentally changed? This episode covers the rise of ultra-processed foods, the NOVA food classification system, Brazil’s role in defining UPFs, Kevin Hall’s groundbreaking research, Dr. Weston A. Price’s work on traditional diets, Nestlé’s floating supermarket in the Amazon, and the global shift away from whole, minimally processed foods. If you care about real food, weight loss, metabolic health, nutrition science, obesity, fitness, hormones, or seek answers to the following questions: 1. What are ultra-processed foods? 2. Are ultra-processed foods unhealthy? 3. Do ultra-processed foods cause weight gain? This episode is for you.  Subscribe for more conversations on health, fitness, real food, and building an unconditional life. #UltraProcessedFoods #ProcessedFood #MetabolicHealth #FitnessPodcast #HealthPodcast Resources Discussed https://a.co/d/04pDdnA8 https://a.co/d/0bQUaXpj https://youtu.be/bqc8AgO9L5c?si=pVhHkRRnXgQ--SoJ https://youtu.be/CH-vQ2t-y2o?si=lBhfAg9Rrdjuk72e https://www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/fulltext/S1550-4131%2825%2900360-2?utm_source=chatgpt.com https://www.cell.com/cell-metabolism/fulltext/S1550-4131%2825%2900360-2?utm_source=chatgpt.com

What Everyone Gets Wrong About Dr. Weston A Price (Including His Fans) | Ep 28

Dr. Weston A Price's Nutrition & Physical Degeneration [https://a.co/d/02MDQZW1] is the most important book ever written on human health and nutrition. Full stop.  But how many of the foods and ideas commonly associated with Dr. Price  actually appear in the book or in the traditional populations he studied? The answer may surprise you.  Whether you love Price's work, hate it, or have never heard the name... this episode of Unconditional with Norbie Schickel is for you.  00:00 What Everyone Gets Wrong About Weston A Price 05:57 Unique Time, Unique Place & Unique Person 08:53 The War With Iran 10:34 Many Foods Commonly Associated With Dr. Weston A Price Are Wrong 19:55 Intervention Diet Was Not Designed To Be Optimal 29:10 Dr. Weston A Price Would Have Been Pescatarian  33:50 Weston A Price Did NOT Debunk Plant Based Diets 39:08 Dr. Weston A Price - Alcohol, Prohibition & the 1930s Link Discussed Dr. Weston A Price - Part 1 | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/he-traveled-the-world-to-unlock-the-mystery/id1836510781?i=1000725777377] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/49d9SkvxMrOEbmqVRNn6ot?si=8uwksfsjR2yTyuw-cpQSLQ]  Dr. Weston A Price - Part 2 | Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/he-traveled-the-world-to-unlock-the-mystery/id1836510781?i=1000725777399] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5nxK0wdDWk49Bc0RIluF8C?si=FPMwun6HSfa_BCD4NZ1lfw] #ancestraldiet #ancestralnutrition #westonprice #realfoods

Science Says Working Out Won't Help You Lose Weight | The Energy Paradox | Ep 27

Who burns more calories in a day: a sedentary office worker in an average American city, or a highly active African hunter-gatherer who walks 7 miles a day foraging and tracking game? The answer seems obvious, but science tells a completely different—and shocking—story. Welcome back to another mind-blowing episode of Unconditional with Norbie Schickel. This week, we are diving deep into the fascinating phenomenon known as The Exercise Paradox. When researchers compared the daily energy expenditure of these two vastly different groups, they found that they consumed and burned almost exactly the same amount of calories. But what does this mean for you? If exercise doesn't significantly increase our daily calorie burn, is it actually useless for weight loss? Have our fundamental beliefs about metabolism, fitness, and calories been completely turned upside down? In this episode, we explore: * The Hunter-Gatherer vs. Office Worker Study: Breaking down the shocking scientific observations that defy common sense. * The Truth About Calorie Burn: Why highly active lifestyles don't necessarily equate to higher daily energy expenditure. * Exercise and Weight Loss: Unpacking the claim that working out builds muscle and reduces stress, but might not actually help you lose weight. * The Consumption Equation: Are our issues with weight management primarily on the consumption side rather than the exercise side? * Rethinking Calories: Why we may need to question our most basic ideas regarding human metabolism and energy. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast, someone trying to lose weight, or just curious about human biology, this episode will completely change the way you look at your next workout. Listen now to uncover the truth behind the Exercise Paradox. Links To Sources Discussed The Energy Paradox - Scientific American  [https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-exercise-paradox/] Hunter-Gatherer Energetics and Human Obesity  [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22848382/] Keywords  Exercise paradox, calorie burn, weight loss myths, metabolism, hunter-gatherer vs sedentary, does exercise burn calories, fitness science, energy expenditure, Unconditional Podcast, Norbie Schickel, health and wellness.

Ultra-Processed Foods: The Study That Changed Everything (And What It Missed) | Ep 26

The average American gets over 55% of their calories from ultra-processed foods… and for years, many have suspected this plays a major role in weight gain and metabolic dysfunction. But here’s the shocking part… The first randomized controlled trial to actually test this didn’t happen until 2019. Led by top NIH researcher Kevin Hall, the study compared ultra-processed vs. unprocessed diets—matched for calories, protein, fat, sugar, and fiber. Same macros. Same calories. And yet… Participants gained weight on the ultra-processed diet …and lost weight on the unprocessed diet So what’s really going on? In this episode, we break down: *  What the study actually proves (and what it doesn’t)  *  Why participants eating ultra-processed foods consumed ~500 more calories per day  *  The overlooked role of hunger hormones like ghrelin and PYY  *  Why this study doesn’t fully settle the “calories in vs. calories out” debate  *  And the one insight almost no one is talking about  We also explore the real-world implications—cost, convenience, and why ultra-processed foods dominate modern diets. If you care about fat loss, metabolic health, or the future of nutrition science… this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. #UltraProcessedFoods #MetabolicHealth #WeightLoss

The (Not So Obvious) Case for Staying Natty | Ep 25

Is staying natural the smarter path to building muscle, improving fitness, and protecting long-term health?  In this episode of Unconditional with Norbie Schickel, we break down the rising trend of steroids, SARMs, peptides, and performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs)—and make a powerful, evidence-based case for staying natty. From TikTok fitness influencers to everyday gym-goers, PED use is becoming mainstream—especially among young men chasing faster gains and aesthetic physiques. But what are the real tradeoffs? This episode explores the hidden risks of steroids and PEDs, including: * The link between PED use and body dysmorphia * How drugs may break the connection between fitness and health * Why natural lifters are more likely to achieve sustainable, aesthetic physiques * The unknown long-term health risks of modern performance-enhancing compounds * The influence of social media, looksmaxxing culture, and pharmaceutical incentives We also compare classic physiques like Steve Reeves to modern bodybuilding icons, highlighting how training, expectations, and drug use have reshaped the definition of fitness. If you’re considering steroids, TRT, or other enhancements—or simply want to build muscle naturally, safely, and sustainably—this episode is a must-listen. Key Topics: natural bodybuilding, steroids side effects, SARMs risks, TRT, fitness vs health, muscle building, body image, gym culture, longevity, aesthetics, performance enhancement 🎧 Tune in and discover why staying natural might be your best move—for your body, your mindset, and your future. #StayNatty #NaturalBodybuilding #FitnessTruth #SteroidFree #PEDsAwareness