In this episode of WellBuilt, Jon sits down with Dr. Layne Norton (@biolayne), a PhD of nutritional sciences, world champion powerlifter, and founder of Carbon, the app transforming how people approach nutrition and macro tracking.

This conversation was particularly meaningful for Jon, as Layne’s work has directly influenced his own relationship with food, shifting his mindset from restrictive, trend-driven dieting to a data-driven, flexible approach.

Layne shares his journey from overcoming bullying to becoming a leading voice in debunking nutrition myths, simplifying science, and helping people develop a healthier, more sustainable mindset around food.

The episode dives into: ✅ Why energy balance matters—and how we’ve lost sight of basic nutrition science ✅ Protein’s role in body composition, metabolism, and satiety ✅ How tracking food intake can be as eye-opening as tracking finances ✅ Why people struggle with restrictive diets—and how to break free from extreme food rules ✅ The myths around artificial sweeteners, seed oils, and the fear-driven food narratives ✅ How Carbon helps people take the guesswork out of hitting their nutrition goals

Layne also explains why calories in vs. calories out is non-negotiable, why focusing on protein can be a game-changer, and how behavior—not just biology—drives most nutrition struggles.

Whether you’re looking to optimize performance, lose weight, or just improve your overall relationship with food, this episode is packed with science-backed, practical takeaways you can start applying today.