# What we get wrong about weight and nutrition

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Podcast: [It Turns Out](https://stenobird.com/podcast/it-turns-out-7561721)
Published: 2026-05-01T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://itturnsoutshow.com/episode/kevin-hall
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## Resource

Former NIH researcher Kevin Hall explains the science of why we eat what we eat, and debunks persistent myths about willpower, metabolism, and protein. He shares his startling findings from studying The Biggest Loser contestants—revealing why extreme exercise doesn’t prevent metabolic slowing—and explains how our modern food environment is engineered to override our conscious control. Plus, why MAHA has some good ideas, but isn’t on track to make America much healthier. Hall is a co-author of Food Intelligence , published by Avery Books. Did you know you can also watch the show? Subscribe to the show on YouTube! Subscribe to our Substack!

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