In this episode of Iron Radio, hosts Coach Phil Stephens, Dr. Mike T. Nelson, Coach Jerell, and Dr. Lonnie Lowery dive deep into the latest news and trends in fitness and nutrition. They discuss the insidious tactics the food industry uses to make their products more addictive in response to the rise of GLP-1 medications, including the role of "snack engineers" and hyper-palatable foods. The hosts also explore the potential implications of this battle between big food and big pharma on consumers and the broader market. Later, they shift gears to discuss the current state of CrossFit, its upcoming sale, and the potential impact of changing leadership within the organization. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of health & nutrition.

01:29 Corporate Warfare in the Food Industry

02:36 The Science of Snack Engineering

05:00 Capitalism and Consumer Manipulation

07:30 Health Implications and Public Response

17:10 The Future of Food and Pharma Coordination

22:35 Twisted News Drill

22:55 Pharmaceutical Industry Insights

25:40 CrossFit's Troubling Times

27:19 Glassman's New Ventures

29:37 The Future of Certifications

36:00 Fitness Industry Personalities

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Phil, Jerrell, Mike T, and Lonnie