The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans have finally arrived! When this podcast first started approximately 8 years ago, a paradigm shift of this magnitude seemed like a nice but impossible dream. In this episode we discuss the content, creation, and future impacts of our new national guidelines.

In this episode, Drs. Brian and Tro talk about…

• (00:00) Intro

• (01:25) The top people involved in bringing about the recent changes to our dietary guidelines

• (05:39) The content of the new dietary guidelines

• (09:27) How the big food companies have been reacting to these guidelines

• (12:20) The incredible success that common sense and real science have had in medicine/nutrition in recent years

• (17:01) The new food pyramid

• (18:40) Developments in HHS

• (21:22) The microbiome as it relates to mental health, structural health, and metabolic health

• (23:30) GMOs, pesticides, and the insane value of buying food from your local producers

• (29:25) The mental health benefits of eating real, whole foods

• (39:08) New recommendations for vegans

• (41:16) The new vaccine schedule for kids

• (43:27) New DPC and HSA policies

• (44:43) The Low Carb MD Podcast is FREE because we don't take money from ANYONE. Please, consider supporting us on Patreon if you believe in what we are doing (link below 👇)

• (50:41) Corruption and conflicts of interest in medicine

• (01:00:04) Outro

For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• The New Guidelines: https://realfood.gov/

Dr. Brian Lenzkes:

• Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author

Dr. Tro Kalayjian:

• Website: https://toward.health

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/

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The Low Carb Cruise brings together keto-curious travelers and seasoned low-carb veterans from around the world for an unforgettable blend of education, connection, and fun at sea. What began as a small gathering of friends and family has grown into a global community, united by inspiring seminars from leading voices in the keto space and a shared passion for healthier living. The cruise spans 7 days of Western Caribbean adventure, May 31–June 7, 2026, sailing to Roatán, Honduras; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico.

In this episode, Dr. Tro talks with Low Carb Cruise organizers Debbie and Michelle about…

• (00:00) Intro

• (03:00) Last year's Low Carb Cruise

• (04:44) How the Low Carb Cruise came to be

• (06:49) How Debbie first discovered the power of Low Carb eating

• (11:25) The speaker line-up for this year's Low Carb Cruise

• (14:32) How Michelle became involved in organizing the Low Carb Cruise

• (21:12) GLP-1s, brain health, and inflammation

• (30:18) More on the speakers and docking locations on the upcoming Low Carb Cruise

For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!

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Debbie Hubbs and Michelle Hall:

• Low Carb Cruise: https://lowcarbcruise.com/

• Email: info@lowcarbcruise.com

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/lowcarbcruise/

• FB: https://www.facebook.com/lowcarbcruise/

Dr. Brian Lenzkes:

• Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author

Dr. Tro Kalayjian:

• Website: https://toward.health

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/

Toward Health App

Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.

Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.

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Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US

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William Sauvé, MD is CMO at Osmind and a leader in interventional psychiatry. A former Navy psychiatrist, he's expanded access to TMS and esketamine nationwide—helping build and scale hundreds of cutting-edge psychiatry clinics.

In this episode, Drs. Tro, Brian, and William talk about…

• (00:00) Intro

• (05:47) Dr. Sauve's educational and professional experiences as a Navy psychiatrist during the Iraq War

• (15:26) The neurotransmitter theory of metabolic dysfunction and why it does not sufficiently explain depression

• (18:50) Common myths in medicine which are finally starting to be challenged

• (26:07) Why practicing psychiatry effectively takes courage and dedication

• (31:22) Trans-cranial Magnetic Stimulation as a treatment for depression

• (35:06) Cranial Electric Stimulation

• (37:18) Combining TMS with metabolic therapy for maximum impact

• (41:20) The possibility of complete, permanent remission of psychiatric disorders and the emergence of Interventional Psychiatry

• (51:36) Some practical, business-related reasons why TMS and Esketamine have not been widely adopted as treatments by psychiatrists

For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!

Links:

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Achilles in Vietnam (book): https://www.amazon.com/Achilles-Vietnam-Combat-Undoing-Character/dp/0684813211

William Sauvé, MD:

• Osmind: https://www.osmind.org/about/william-sauve-m-d

• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-sauvé-md-45009813

Dr. Brian Lenzkes:

• Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author

Dr. Tro Kalayjian:

• Website: https://www.doctortro.com/

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/

Toward Health App

Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.

Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.

Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888

Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US

Learn more: https://doctortro.com/community/