Fitness Confidential With Vinnie Tortorich

Episode 2830 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss the so-called "best" ultra-processed foods and getting to the truth. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/getting-at-the-truth-episode-2830 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Getting to the Truth Vinnie has been sharing his message of no sugar, no grain for years. He used to get pushback, but finally, people are listening. (3:00) There is an article about a statement by the senior lead at Imperial College London, who is part of the diet guidelines. The topic? The top ten best ultra-processed foods. (5:00) They discuss some of the items on the list. What is the benefit of dehydrated peanut butter? (16

Episode 2829 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss a variety of topics, like the importance of hydration, while Anna makes some stuffed meatball magic. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/importance-of-hydration-episode-2829 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Importance of Hydration Anna's in the kitchen making mozzarella-stuffed meatballs today! (3:00) Be sure to watch on YouTube to see her kitchen magic in action. They talk about yummy Italian foods, and Anna gives details on what she adds when making the meatballs. How do things pop into Vinnie's head? (26:00) It's been very hot where Vinnie lives, and he mows his own yard; however, his neighbors h

Episode 2828 - Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Olympian Amy Van Dyken to discuss her career, a life-changing spinal injury, and having strength beyond limits. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/strength-beyond-limits-amy-van-dyken-episode-2828 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Strength Beyond Limits Amy Van Dyken is an athlete and Olympic medalist, winning six gold medals in swimming at the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics. (4:00) Some very specific testing methods are embarrassing. (14:00) Amy gives some backstory on getting into swimming. (18:00) Amy travels the country giving motivational talks when she is not announcing at athletic events and on channels like

Episode 2827 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss lowering the bar when identifying obesity, smoking weed, and the effects of less sleep. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/lowering-the-bar-episode-2827 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Lowering the Bar Vinnie has had a wonderful week. (3:45) He spent time with his best friend since childhood, and they ended up chatting about Jim's health. Jim is ready to make some changes. The obesity rate has been coming down from its all-time high. (19:00) These metrics were taken between 2024 and 2025. However, childhood obesity is 20%, but in the 1970s, it was 3 or 4%. But what is considered obese has been r

Episode 2826 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss trying new things, Anna's grocery store plans, and whether statins are really normal. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/are-statins-really-normal-episode-2826 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Are Statins Really Normal? Vinnie encourages people to go out and live life by trying new things. (4:00) There's a recent drug, similar to a statin, called Repatha. But is it better? (13:00) Statins were originally developed for specific heart-related issues; however, they have now gained traction as almost "normal," even though they weren't intended to be. Please do your own research and advocate for yoursel

Episode 2825 - Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Philip Ovadia to discuss confusion around LDL, his second book, and why food matters. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/why-food-matters-dr-philip-ovadia-episode-2825 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Why Food Matters Dr. Philip Ovadia is a cardiologist and heart surgeon. Heart disease is still the number one killer in the United States. (6:30) Dr. Ovadia's first book is a best seller you can find in Vinnie's book club: Stay Off My Operating Tablehttps://amzn.to/3SelRrs Even athletes in what appears to be extraordinary good health can still suffer from heart disease and cardiac arrest. (14:00) Heavy carb c

Episode 2824 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss the hype behind alkaline H2O, the chemicals behind it, and if it actually works. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/hype-behind-alkaline-h20-episode-2824 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Hype Behind Alkaline H2O Music and the Neville Brothers and the Neville family of musicians have an interesting story. (3:00) Is alkaline water helpful, or is it a scam? (16:30) The likelihood that it actually does anything is slim to none. Trying to add extra hydrogen molecules doesn't seem likely to do anything. In addition, sometimes solvents are added to water to make it more alkaline. They discuss other heal

Episode 2823 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss getting coaching if you can, staying low-carb, and ask: Are you lying to yourself? https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/are-you-lying-to-yourself-episode-2823 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Are You Lying to Yourself? Vinnie speaks about his experience with the Aletha Hip Hook. (6:00) It has made a huge improvement in muscle pain and mobility. (18:00) You can purchase your own through Vinnie's website here: https://vinnietortorich.com/hook The World Cup has exposed visiting Europeans to ranch dressing, and they are trying to take the bottle through the TSA checkpoints. (29:00) Little do they know th

Episode 2822 - Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Lisa Strohman about AI, social media breeding loss of empathy, and the need to reclaim kids from tech. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/reclaim-kids-from-tech-episode-2822 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Reclaim Kids from Tech NOTE: This discussion speaks about various violent crimes. Parental discretion is advised for children. Dr. Lisa Strohman is a clinical psychologist, attorney, and author. Distractions have increased, especially as cell phone cameras have improved. (3:00) In addition, social media is a major challenge. At the same time, most people don't understand how AI actually works. (17:30) T

Episode 2821 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss marketing ploys by Big Food, poorly done food studies, and that exercise is king. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/07/exercise-is-king-episode-2821 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Exercise is King Vinnie tells a story of "who is influencing whom?" (3:00) We can all do better, encourage each other, and be an example. The American Journal of Public Health recently published an article that highlights the connections between the marketing approaches of Big Food and Big Tobacco. (13:00) Lunchables are marketed as having a good amount of protein; however, the breakdown shows otherwise. (19:00) Big Foo

Episode 2820 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss doing in-person events, grocery prices, and getting a second opinion from doctors. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/a-second-opinion-episode-2820 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout A Second Opinion Vinnie and Anna reminisce about the days of doing in-person events. (2:00) Both are open to doing those kinds of events again in the future, to connect with people. Vinnie calls everyone's favorite podcast guest, his mother, Marie, to chat. (16:00) Grocery prices are going up, especially on meat. (28:00) Anna and Vinnie recently posted an episode regarding doing NSNG on a budget. You can listen here: htt

Episode 2819 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer welcome three callers, and the episode becomes all about personal successes and "the victory podcast." https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/the-victory-podcast-episode-2819 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout The Victory Podcast Many popular Vitamin D supplements use D2, not D3. D3 is the superior form and should be taken with K2. The first caller is Dave. (5:00) There's a conversation regarding looking a certain age and television actors. Dave gives an update on his cancer treatment. (14:00) What are some low-to-no cost exercises he can do at home to build strength back? The second caller is Steve. (37:00) T

Episode 2818 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss the importance of ignoring the naysayers, having a positive mindset, and strength training. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/ignore-the-naysayers-episode-2818 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Ignore the Naysayers What you tell yourself matters, and don't let anyone else tell you who you are. (3:00) People can underestimate your capabilities all the time. Vinnie shares some stories as examples. (16:30) However, you can also overcome challenges and grow to reinvent ourselves. Ignore the naysayers. (24:00) They answer a question regarding PVC's Magnesium. (27:00) The modern diet has changed how hu

Episode 2817 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna Vocino discuss his first time in a gym, Anna's recent red carpet event, and how to avoid white-knuckling on NSNG®. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/avoid-white-knuckling-episode-2817 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Avoid White-Knuckling For listeners who may be new, Vinnie shares his first time in a gym. (6:00) He was bullied mercilessly as a kid. But he became interested in getting stronger and was eventually introduced to Joe Bonadonna, his first mentor. Anna just attended the red carpet event for Pixar's Toy Story 5, which opens June 19. 2026. (28:00) Anna is the new voice of Mrs. Potato Head! The after-par

Episode 2816 - Vinnie Tortorich speaks with Dr. Zoe Harcombe about the myth of "settled science" and a new drug that is basically a "statin on steroids." https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/statin-on-steroids-episode-2816 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout A Statin on Steroids The resurgence of the Rice Diet. 6:00 The facts behind the scenes of that study/diet. It is also devoid of any real nutrients. Denise Minger took apart The China Study. The myth of low-carb and the misguided dietary guidelines. (21:00) Efforts to modify the guidelines to correct them have faced backlash. Fat has been incorrectly demonized. Confirmation bias is a real issue that hinde

Episode 2815 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss the importance of hands-on learning for your mind and health, and especially for kids. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/hands-on-learning-episode-2815 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Hands-On Learning The "information highway" is making us dumber. (3:00) People used to learn how to do research; now they don't bother and use AI. Vinnie shares a very hands-on childhood experience that was also a learning experience. Opportunities during school have been lost in today's curriculum because it is different. Kids don't learn much about cooking or food anymore, either, due to changes in the curriculu

Episode 2814 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna discuss some NSNG memories, weight loss stalls, and how your body is listening to the information you give it. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/your-body-is-listening-episode-2814 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Your Body Is Listening The earlier days of modeling. (4:00) The discussion requires a link to an old haberdashery commercial. Take a look: https://youtu.be/gGMi90_ntis There is a very serious discussion about the nuances of mullets. NSNG has been responsible for bringing people together for marriages, babies, and tattoos. (26:00) Your body is always receiving either good or bad information. (32:00) Vin

Episode 2812 - Vinnie Tortorich and Chris Shaffer discuss food dyes and disease, what their effects could be, and much more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/food-dyes-and-disease-episode-2812 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Food Dyes and Disease Ideas to boost protein. (5:00) There is a side quest discussion regarding yachts, private jets, and helicopters. (16:00) Food dyes are being removed from some Jell-Os. (26:00) A hundred thousand participants in a French study said that food coloring additives, even natural ones, increase the risk of chronic disease. (29:00) Findings suggest that even natural food colorings can increase the risk of diabetes a

Episode 2811 - Vinnie Tortorich and Anna discuss recommitting to your goals and your health, getting a grip on life, and living optimally. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/getting-a-grip-on-life-episode-2811 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout Getting a Grip on Life A chat from behind the scenes. (3:00) Why Vinnie loves the movie Vision Quest. (5:00) He shares a touching story about some classmates from his youth. (18:00) Vinnie made a significant decision at that time in his life: With the time we have in this life, we'd better do something good. (22:00) He relates this to a recent conversation with a family member. Another conversation he recently had

Episode 2810 - Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Ben Bocchicchio, and they discuss the business of fitness, gaining expertise, creating opportunity, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2026/06/the-business-of-fitness-with-dr-ben-bocchicchio-episode-2810 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - @FitnessConfidential Podcast Vinnie's workout videos are available to purchase! Choose from a 2-day, 4-day, or 6-day workout–or buy all three at a discount! TO PURCHASE VINNIE'S WORKOUT VIDEOS, CLICK THIS LINK: https://vinnietortorich.com/workout The Business of Fitness Both Ben and Vinnie were in the fitness business before it became mainstream. (4:00) They exchange stories from the early days of their careers; much of it was based on hard work and lucky timing. Both are in the business of helping people get strong and healthy. The carrot the client is looking for: losing weight, being lean, and being strong, so foc