Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3347: JC Deen explores how balancing amino acids like glycine with muscle meats can support better thyroid function and overall health, while challenging the idea that nutrition alone determines well-being. He emphasizes that food serves emotional, cultural, and social roles, and that true health also depends on movement, mindset, and lifestyle beyond diet. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jcdfitness.com/2016/04/first-diet-book-review-part-2/ Quotes to ponder: "Food is not only fuel for our bodies. It’s social. It’s cultural. It’s how we celebrate." "And if eating makes you happy, it’s not the nutrients in the food that make you feel that way, at least not in the moment. It’s the great tasting food that makes you feel happy when you eat." "Food can offer a comfort that nothing else can." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices