Phynova, a science-driven ingredient company focused on metabolic health solutions, today announced the launch of Take It With a Grain of Sugar, a new podcast dedicated to exploring the science, challenges, and future of metabolic health.
Hosted by Loïck Fenaux, the podcast was created in response to a growing realisation: while conversations about blood sugar, weight management, nutrition, and healthy ageing continue to gain momentum, metabolic health itself remains widely misunderstood. Through expert-led discussions, the podcast aims to make this complex and increasingly important area of health more accessible to consumers and industry professionals alike.
Take It With a Grain of Sugar aims to bridge that gap by bringing together leading researchers, physicians, dietitians, scientists, and healthcare innovators for conversations that translate complex science into practical insights.
"Metabolic health has become one of the most important conversations in healthcare, yet there remains significant confusion around what it actually means and how people can improve it," said Loïck Fenaux, host of Take It With a Grain of Sugar. "We created this podcast to elevate credible expert voices and provide people with the knowledge and tools they need to better navigate their own metabolic health journey."
The title Take It With a Grain of Sugar reflects the spirit of the series. Metabolic health is a rapidly evolving field, with new discoveries emerging regularly and many areas still under active scientific investigation. Rather than offering simple answers, the podcast explores the nuances, debates, and evidence shaping the future of metabolic health.
The inaugural episode features Erin Glynn, PhD, a metabolic health specialist and researcher with extensive expertise in nutrition science, aging, and glucose metabolism.
In the episode, Glynn discusses:
- Why two individuals can eat the same meal and experience dramatically different blood sugar responses
- How age-related changes in muscle mass and body composition influence metabolic health The role of hormones such as estrogen and testosterone in glucose regulation
- Differences in metabolic risk across populations
- Practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting healthier glucose responses
Through her research and educational work, Glynn has become a respected voice in helping translate metabolic science into actionable health guidance.
Future episodes will continue to feature recognised leaders from across the nutraceutical, healthcare and food and beverage sectors. Upcoming guests include Jacqueline Jacques, ND, FTOS, a naturopathic physician and obesity expert known for her work across integrative health, dietary supplements, and consumer wellness.
The podcast supports Phynova's broader mission of advancing awareness and understanding of metabolic health. By creating a platform that combines scientific rigour with accessible storytelling, Phynova hopes to foster more informed conversations about metabolic health among consumers, healthcare professionals, and the nutrition industry alike.
The first episode of Take It With a Grain of Sugar is now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and iHeart.
Podcast: Take It With a Grain of Sugar
Host: Loïck Fenaux
First Episode Guest: Erin Glynn, PhD
Upcoming Guest: Jacqueline Jacques, ND