This week on the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton sits down with Natalie Sampson, board-certified genetic counselor, integrative health expert, and founder of Golden Genetics Health, to separate science from hype when it comes to genetic testing.

They dive into how your genes influence disease risk, supplements, medication response, inflammation, Alzheimer's, histamine intolerance, and even which workouts and nutrition strategies may work best for your body.

Natalie also explains why most online DNA tests aren't telling you the full story, how personalized medicine is changing healthcare, and why genetics should empower, not scare, you.

Whether you're curious about longevity, preventative health, or optimizing your wellness, this episode is packed with practical insights.

00:00 Introduction

00:41 Meet Genetic Counselor Natalie Sampson

02:12 How Natalie Got Into Genetics

03:54 Family Health & Autoimmune Disease Journey

05:13 Nature vs. Nurture Explained

08:23 What Genetic Tests Actually Show

09:58 Chris Hemsworth & Alzheimer's Risk

11:07 Can Saunas Reduce Alzheimer's Risk?

12:00 Personalized Supplements vs. Trends

13:21 Histamine Intolerance & Hidden Causes

14:02 How Genetics Predict Medication Response

15:15 Why Doctors Are Finally Embracing Genetics

17:05 What Golden Genetics Health Does

18:05 How Much Does Genetic Testing Cost?

18:55 Blood Test vs. Saliva DNA Testing

19:37 Why DNA Tests Are Different From Blood Work

20:22 Is It Better NOT to Know Your Genetic Risks?

21:43 Best Supplements for Most People

22:45 Genetics Success Stories

23:11 Biggest Misconceptions About Genetic Testing

24:14 How to Avoid Bad Genetic Testing Companies

25:10 Is 23andMe Accurate?

25:54 Natalie's Celiac Disease Diagnosis

27:09 Hidden Gluten & Surprising Triggers

28:03 Why Some People Tolerate Gluten Better in Europe

28:27 Where to Learn More About Golden Genetics Health

29:03 Podcast Discount for Genetic Testing

29:21 Outro

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Ralph Sutton becomes the focus of the conversation as Marcus digs into his dating life, relationship patterns, and why meaningful commitment has remained elusive. From dating a woman who lives with her boyfriend to discussing intimacy, attraction, emotional maturity, and the influence of childhood experiences, this episode turns into an unexpected relationship intervention.

The guys explore the difference between chemistry and true intimacy, how pleasure-seeking can shape dating choices, and whether personal growth can change long-established relationship habits. Plus, Ralph considers bringing his current love interest onto the show for a future episode. 

0:00 - Marcus puts Ralph's dating life on the table

1:14 - Dating a woman who lives with her boyfriend

3:24 - Attraction vs friendship connections

5:47 - Why this relationship feels different

8:25 - What real intimacy actually looks like

10:49 - Relationships with former partners and co-parenting

12:19 - Can people really change their relationship patterns?

14:38 - Fear of commitment or something else?

15:58 - Family influences and childhood dynamics

17:16 - Ralph's longest relationships and what happened

18:15 - Validation, attraction, and choosing partners

21:12 - Pleasure-seeking vs emotional connection

22:18 - The idea of bringing Ralph's girlfriend on the show

23:19 - Final thoughts and plugs

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In this episode of Good Sugar, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi explore the complicated relationship between pleasure, guilt, happiness, discipline, and self-control. From cheesecake and espresso machines to travel adventures and late nights out, they discuss whether life's indulgences are worth the cost.

The conversation dives into spending versus saving, experiences versus possessions, addiction versus enjoyment, mindfulness, meditation, consumer culture, and the pursuit of inner peace. Along the way, they share personal stories about travel, family, habits, and the choices that shape a meaningful life.

If you've ever wondered whether you should take the trip, buy the thing, eat the dessert, or simply learn to be content with what you already have, this episode is for you.

00:00 Welcome & Marcus' apartment flood disaster

02:20 Finding gratitude during a stressful situation

03:09 What is a guilty pleasure?

04:14 Travel experiences vs saving money

06:00 Are guilty pleasures actually healthy?

06:50 Ralph's Austin trip and breaking routine

08:24 The value of spontaneity and fun

10:03 The 80/20 rule for health and self-improvement

11:27 Do Marcus and Ralph have guilty pleasures?

13:23 AJ's take on indulgence and excess

14:21 When guilt is actually a useful signal

15:04 The $1,800 espresso machine debate

16:18 Why Ralph canceled a $10,000 Malta trip

17:17 Travel memories that last a lifetime

18:19 Living on a dive boat with strangers

20:23 Swimming with pigs and unforgettable experiences

22:23 Are younger generations taking fewer risks?

24:18 Beer, habits, and everyday indulgences

26:21 Addiction vs guilty pleasure: what's the difference?

28:00 Can you be happy without experiences and possessions?

30:04 Consumer culture and the need for "more"

31:55 How technology changed human connection

33:26 Marcus on anxiety, mindfulness, and inner peace

35:05 Final thoughts: enjoying life without losing yourself

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This week on the goodsugar podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi tackle some of the most popular food myths and nutrition debates circulating online today.

They discuss whether reheated carbs are actually healthier, if cooked tomatoes provide more nutrition than raw ones, the truth about coffee and dehydration, juice cleanses, sugar fears, intermittent fasting, digestion, weight loss, and why so much nutrition advice can be misleading.

Along the way, Ralph shares his experience losing over 100 pounds, while Marcus explains why meal timing, digestion, and lifestyle habits may matter more than most diet trends.

00:00 Intro

01:00 Is Reheated Pasta Actually Healthier?

03:00 Cooked vs Raw Tomatoes

04:10 Does Coffee Really Dehydrate You?

06:20 Are We Too Overstimulated?

09:00 Oatmeal vs Oat Bran

13:15 Why People Drink Juice Cleanses

17:20 Can Fasting Reset Your Immune System?

19:20 The Truth About Sugar

23:20 Is Intermittent Fasting Worth It?

28:00 Ralph's 100+ Pound Weight Loss Journey

30:30 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up

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Dr. Nan Wise is the author of Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled Life.

Why does pleasure matter so much for mental health, relationships, and even longevity? On this episode of the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi sit down with psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and neuroscience researcher Dr. Nan Wise to unpack the science behind sex, dopamine, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and emotional connection.

Dr. Nan explains why “sex addiction” is not an official diagnosis, how compulsive behaviors develop, and why pleasure is essential for a healthy brain and nervous system. The conversation dives deep into dopamine, social media addiction, trauma responses, emotional regulation, intimacy, parenting, anxiety, relationships, and the neuroscience of human behavior.

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What if most of what you’ve been told about food… is completely wrong? 👀

On this episode of the goodsugar podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi dive headfirst into one of the biggest internet wars happening right now: seed oils, protein obsession, processed food, organic labels, keto diets, carnivore culture, and the truth about what we’re actually putting into our bodies every day.

From the rise of ultra-processed foods to why modern nutrition advice feels completely broken, this episode turns into a hilarious but brutally honest conversation about health, addiction, food propaganda, gym culture, and the psychology behind eating.

Marcus breaks down why processed food may be the real enemy, Ralph questions viral nutrition claims, and the guys debate:

• Seed oils vs olive oil

• Protein myths and gym culture

• Organic food vs conventional food

• Why food labels confuse everybody

• Keto and carnivore diet trends

• Salt myths and iodine

• Ultra-processed foods

• Food addiction and cravings

• Why modern eating habits are wrecking people

If you’ve ever wondered why everyone online suddenly became a nutrition expert, this episode is for you.

Watch until the end and let us know in the comments:

What food myth do YOU still think people blindly believe?

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In this episode of the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi dive deep into the world of ultra processed foods, food dyes, nutrition myths, anxiety, clean water, modern health problems and the psychology behind unhealthy eating habits. The conversation explores how processed food affects the body, why food companies prioritize shelf stability, the controversy around iodized salt, artificial ingredients, FDA approved food dyes, and whether modern society is becoming disconnected from real nutrition.

Marcus and Ralph also debate mental health, chronic stress, nervous system regulation, environmental concerns, water shortages, capitalism, consumer culture, and how anxiety may be driving many of society’s biggest health problems. They also discuss supermarket food systems, organic produce, toxins in modern diets, clean eating, natural foods, dopamine addiction, social conditioning and how technology and advertising shape our relationship with food.

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Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi have an honest conversation about stress, anxiety, addiction, routines, mental health and trying to stay grounded while life feels overwhelming. Ralph opens up about family struggles, work pressure, losing social media accounts and feeling underwater, while Marcus shares the habits and philosophies that help him stay balanced through chaos.

They talk about breathing exercises, journaling, exercise, therapy, meditation, gratitude, building routines, connecting with nature, dealing with addiction, creating healthy systems and why small daily habits can completely change your mindset.

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In this episode of the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi discuss health, stress, and the habits that influence long term well being.

Ralph shares his recent experience navigating conflicting medical advice after being told he may need to go on statins for high cholesterol. After improving his lifestyle, losing weight, and receiving strong test results, he chose to explore additional options before starting medication. This leads to a thoughtful conversation about how to work with doctors, ask informed questions, and take an active role in your health decisions.

Marcus offers a broader perspective on behavior and habit formation, suggesting that many everyday patterns such as diet, caffeine, spending, and even thought cycles can become difficult to control over time. The discussion focuses on how stress and anxiety contribute to these habits, and why awareness is an important first step toward change.

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Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi are joined by urologist Dr. Justin Houman for a hilarious and surprisingly informative conversation about men’s health, sexual health, testosterone, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, prostate issues, stress, and the questions most guys are too embarrassed to ask.

Dr. Houman breaks down how testosterone really works, when men should consider treatment, what causes ED, how prostate surgery can affect sexual function, and why stress might be one of the biggest health factors men overlook.

From Peyronie’s disease to vasectomies, testosterone therapy, prostate health, and how long sex should actually last, this episode covers the men’s health questions you might be afraid to Google.

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In this episode of the goodsugar podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi dive into one of the biggest questions in psychology and philosophy: do we actually have free will, or are our decisions shaped by our past, our environment, and our biology?

They break down how anxiety affects the brain, how stress can shut down logical thinking, and why so many people feel stuck in reactive patterns instead of making intentional decisions. The conversation explores the difference between the logical brain and the emotional brain, and how mindfulness, awareness, and mental health practices can help you regain control.

They also get into real-world topics like social media addiction, authenticity, personal growth, self improvement, and the pressure to chase algorithms instead of building something meaningful. It’s a mix of mental health insights, neuroscience concepts, and honest conversation about how people actually live and think today.

If you’re interested in anxiety, overthinking, decision making, self awareness, or understanding how your brain works under stress, this episode will hit.

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