
S1E800 - Episode #800! Why Low-Carb Burns More Fat in a Calorie Deficit with Dr. Fernando Naclerio
Published: June 8, 2026
Duration: 1:24:56
In this fascinating episode of the Optimal Protein Podcast, Vanessa Spina is joined by Dr. Fernando Naclerio, Professor in Strength Training and Sports Nutrition at the University of Greenwich and Centre Lead for the Centre for Exercise Activity and Rehabilitation.
Vanessa and Dr. Naclerio dive into a brand new meta-analysis comparing higher-carb and lower-carb diets when calories and protein are matched. While both approaches improved body composition, the low-carb diets produced greater reductions in fat mass, fasting glucose, fasting insulin, and triglycerides, along with increases in HDL.
This conversation explores why not all weight loss...