Podcasts about metabolic health

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Bret Scher, medical director of the Coalition for Metabolic Health.

Dr. Bret Scher, medical director of the Coalition for Metabolic Health, discusses making metabolic health the foundation of medicine amid rising obesity and type 2 diabetes and reports that 93% of Americans have suboptimal metabolic health. Scher defines metabolic health using markers including glucose, insulin, triglycerides, HDL, blood pressure, and waist size, and cites evidence linking insulin resistance to heart disease, stroke, cancer, psychiatric illness, and other complications. They discuss simple self- and lab-assessments (waist-to-height ratio, fasting insulin with glucose/HOMA-IR, triglyceride-to-HDL ratio, CGMs). Scher critiques the Eat Lancet report for assuming one optimal diet, reliance on low-quality nutrition epidemiology, potential nutrient shortfalls, and environmental oversimplification, while supporting newer dietary guidelines that allow lower-carb approaches. Part two covers contradictory nutrition studies, distinctions between low-carb and ketogenic diets, emerging “metabolic psychiatry” and ketogenic therapy for mental illness and cognitive decline, limits and rebound risks of GLP-1 drugs, and Coalition efforts to improve school food and influence policy.

Dr. Alan Schaffer is a board-certified physician specializing in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. With decades of clinical experience, he focuses on the intersection of respiratory health, sleep disorders, and metabolic health, including the role of nutrition and carbohydrate restriction in improving chronic disease. Dr. Schaffer practices with St. Peter's Health Partners in New York and is a frequent educator and media guest discussing conditions such as sleep apnea, insomnia, and the broader drivers of cardiometabolic health.   In this episode, Drs. Tro and Alan talk about… (00:00) Intro (09:59) Sleep Medicine and metabolic health (13:37) Pulmonary Medicine and environmental factors (18:57) How Dr. Alan helps his patients improve their sleep quality and metabolic health (26:43) Helping late bloomer patients (32:30) How to help patients trust you as a doctor (37:07) Sleep apnea and CPAP (42:52) Sleep apnea tools and tips (46:08) Sleep tape (52:05) Didjeridoo (55:16) Weight loss and sleep apnea (01:01:52) The Cholesterol Code documentary (See links below) For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening! Links: Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/ Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The Cholesterol Code Screening (Wed, Apr 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT): https://gathr.com/events/0ed2437d/the-cholesterol-code-at-amc-crystal-run-16 Cholesterol Code Movie: https://cholesterolcodemovie.com Dr. Alan Schaffer: https://www.sphp.com/provider/alan-edward-schaffer-md-sleep-medicine-0 Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://toward.health Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/ Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.  Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://toward.health/community/

Today, I have the honor of connecting with Temple Stewart! She is a registered dietician specializing in low-carb dieting for women's weight loss.  I have spoken on the stage with Temple several times over the last year, and she is delightful! In this episode, she shares her background, and we dive into how she was able to reverse her PCOS and Hashimoto's by adopting a low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet. We discuss food psychology, woke nutrition, whether “if it fits your macros” is a good philosophy, issues with the traditional allopathic nutrition model, and challenges in nutrition research. We also get into plateau busters and share five ways to measure success other than the scale.  IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: How Temple transformed her life by using nutrition as medicine. Which foods tend to provoke inflammation in the thyroid gland in women? How people's relationships with food play into the work Temple does. Temple shares her thoughts on woke nutrition. Temple dives into some of the big issues with the allopathic nutrition model. I share some interesting statistics related to American health. Creating consumer awareness will hopefully lead consumers to demand more for their health in the food supply and health care. Why is it so challenging to do nutritional research? Temple offers a starting point for addressing weight-loss resistance. What carbohydrate reduction or restriction does for us metabolically. The benefits of following a carnivore diet. Why do we need to read food labels and become aware of where sugar may sneak into our diets? Temple shares her favorite ways to break plateaus. Five ways to measure success other than the scale.   Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Temple Stewart On ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, ⁠Twitter⁠, and ⁠Spotify⁠ (@the.ketogenic.nutritionist) ⁠The Ketogenic Nutritionist Podcast⁠ Books mentioned: ⁠Metabolical⁠, by Robert Lustig

In this live coaching episode, we're diving deep into the foundation of lasting metabolic health — and it starts with getting honest about where you are right now. Part 3 of the Empowered Eating Journey is all about the Nutrition Reboot: a powerful inventory and calibration process that helps you understand exactly what's working, what's not, and what needs to shift to support your energy, body composition, and overall metabolic health. This isn't about starting over from scratch — it's about getting strategic. We walk through how to audit your current eating patterns, identify the gaps, and recalibrate your nutrition in a way that actually fits your life. What We Cover in This Episode The Nutrition Inventory: how to take an honest look at your current habits without judgment What "calibration" means in practice — and why it's more effective than overhauling everything at once Common patterns that quietly sabotage energy levels and body composition goals How to use this process as a launchpad for sustainable change Ready to Do a Full Nutrition Reboot? If this episode resonated with you and you're ready to reset your nutrition with personalized support, I'd love to work with you 1:1. The Nutrition Reboot Package is designed to help you cut through the confusion, recalibrate your eating, and finally build a foundation that supports how you want to feel in your body.

Dr. Andrew Koutnik is a metabolic scientist and researcher who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 16 — an experience that drove him to dedicate his career to understanding and optimizing human metabolism. Despite managing a chronic disease that requires calculating insulin for every meal, every day, he has turned that challenge into a professional edge, conducting research at institutions including Harvard and Johns Hopkins on topics like ketogenic diets, blood sugar regulation, and metabolic disease prevention. He is also the co-host of the podcast In Range and an active educator who provides free resources to help people — with or without chronic disease — take control of their metabolic health.In our conversation we discuss:(0:00) – The Diabetes Epidemic Nobody Talks About(2:45) – What Is Type 1 Diabetes (And Why It's Different)(6:30) – Diagnosed at 16: His Blood Sugar Was 6x Normal(12:00) – The Moment That Changed Everything(17:20) – How He Turned a Disease Into a Superpower(23:10) – The Hidden Warning Signs You're Pre-Diabetic(30:45) – Why You Feel Tired After Every Meal(38:00) – The #1 Diet to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes(46:30) – The Truth About Keto (LDL, Risks & Who It's For)(54:15) – How Exercise Rewires Your Metabolism(1:01:00) – Sleep, Stress & the 40 Factors Destroying Insulin(1:08:20) – CGMs: The Biohacker Tool Everyone Should Use(1:14:45) – Supplements That Actually Lower Blood Sugar(1:21:30) – AI & Wearables: The Future of Metabolic Health(1:29:50) – Where to Find Dr. Koutnik's Free ResourcesLearn more about Dr. Andrew Koutnik here:Website: https://andrewkoutnik.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewkoutnikphd/Listen to the full episode on Youtube:https://youtu.be/6DGCJgjYqpg

What if the timing of your meals matters just as much as what you eat? In this episode, we explore emerging research suggesting that eating fewer meals—and cutting out late-night snacks—may help protect against Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity, while also improving gut and heart health.We break down new findings on why closing the kitchen earlier in the evening could help your body reset overnight. From metabolic signals to hormone balance, we discuss how simple habits—like stopping food intake at least three hours before bed—may support your cardiovascular system and optimize digestion.You'll also hear about the science behind the Leptin Diet, including how the hormone Leptin helps regulate hunger, metabolism, and energy balance. We review new research that reinforces the core principles of the leptin-focused approach to eating, including meal timing, reduced snacking, and supporting metabolic signaling.Finally, we take a closer look at The Leptin Control Pack, a nutritional support system designed to enhance thyroid and leptin function, and discuss how supplements may complement lifestyle strategies aimed at improving metabolic health.If you're curious about how meal timing, hormone balance, and metabolic science intersect, this episode offers practical insights and the latest research to help you rethink when—and how often—you eat.http://www.myvitaminresource.com/https://www.georgebatista.com/

In this insightful episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston welcomes Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, a board-certified interventional cardiologist who transitioned from emergency heart procedures to the world of functional and integrative medicine. Dr. Bhojraj shares his "origin story," explaining how a decade of performing "oil changes" on the heart led him to realize that conventional medicine was missing the most critical part of the equation: the mental, emotional, and spiritual lifestyle factors that drive chronic disease. The conversation dives deep into the "lost 20 years" where metabolic issues brew silently before a cardiac event occurs. Dr. Bhojraj introduces his Well12 program, a science-based approach to reversing insulin resistance and inflammation through light optimization, sleep, and whole-food nutrition. They also tackle the modern craze of GLP-1 medications, discussing how to use them as a "slingshot rather than a crutch" by prioritizing muscle preservation and long-term lifestyle shifts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biohacking expert Gary Brecka spent 22 years predicting people's deaths for life insurance companies. While analyzing millions of medical records, he discovered that many health problems stemmed from preventable nutrient deficiencies and poor oxygen management rather than genetics. Yet he was legally forbidden from warning the people behind the data. Frustrated by the system, he walked away from the industry and dedicated his life to helping people reclaim their health. In this episode, Gary shares powerful biohacking and wellness strategies to boost energy, improve brain health, and add years to your life through simple daily habits. In this episode, Hala and Gary will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (02:12) Predicting Death in the Insurance Industry (07:06) Gary's Early Fascination with Human Biology (13:51) Hidden Nutrient Deficiencies Causing Illnesses (24:13) How Nutrient Deficiencies Affect Mental Health (34:50) How Oxygen Powers Health and Longevity (48:04) Hormone Balance and Energy Optimization (51:36) The Impact of Sugar on Metabolic Health (57:46) Why Physical Discomfort Slows Aging (1:01:18) Real Biohacking Health Transformation Stories Gary Brecka is a human biologist, biohacker, and co-founder of 10X Health System, a wellness company specializing in genetic testing and personalized supplementation. With over 20 years of experience in biohacking and functional medicine, he helps people optimize their health and performance. Gary also hosts The Ultimate Human podcast, where he interviews leading researchers and physicians on bio-optimization, longevity, and overall well-being. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Keep your business connected seamlessly with fast, reliable Internet, Phone, TV, and Mobile services. Visit https://spectrum.com/Business to learn more. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Bitdefender - Start protecting your business today with Bitdefender Ultimate Small Business Security. Get 30% off your plan at bitdefender.com/profiting  Intuit - Start paying bills the smart way, not the hard way. Learn more at QuickBooks.com/billpay   Resources Mentioned: Gary's Instagram:instagram.com/garybrecka Gary's Podcast, The Ultimate Human: bit.ly/TUH-apple  10X Health Gene Test: 10xhealthsystem.com Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Motivation, Manifestation, Life Balance, Self-Healing, Positivity, Happiness, Sleep, Diet

Send a textBiology of obesity resistance and factors influencing weight gain in humans and animals.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Historical views on obesity: In some cultures, like northern Africa or Stone Age societies, high body fat signaled status or attractiveness due to food scarcity, unlike today's focus on leanness amid calorie abundance.Energy balance components: Metabolizable energy (95% absorption on average, but varying 1-11%) and unabsorbed nutrients excreted as waste significantly influence weight.Obesity resistance in animals: Inbred mouse strains show wide variation in weight gain on high-fat diets, often somewhat uncoupled from overeating, suggesting roles for feed efficiency, energy expenditure, or waste rather than intake alone.Genetic & twin studies: Monozygotic twins overfed 1,000 extra calories daily vary widely in weight gain (4-13 kg), indicating genetic influences, while mouse litter size affects lifelong obesity propensity via early-life programming.Bloodborne factors & hormones: Parabiosis studies led to leptin's discovery for defending against weight loss, but evolutionary logic suggests systems also prevent excess gain, though modern environments may weaken this.Human thinness research: Constitutionally thin people snack more, move less, yet have better cardiometabolic health, but we don't yet understand why.GLP-1 drugs & future directions: These slow gut transit and suppress appetite, but obesity's root causes remain unclear; emerging thinness studies could inform prevention beyond drugs.ABOUT THE GUEST: Jens Lund, PhD is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Copenhagen's Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research.RELATED EPISODE:M&M 132 | Obesity Epidemic, Diet, Metabolism, Saturated Fat vs. PUFAs, Energy Expenditure, Weight Gain & Feeding Behavior | John SpeakmanSupport the showHealth Products by M&M Partners: SporesMD: Premium mushrooms products (gourmet mushrooms, nootropics, research). Use code 'nickjikomes' for 20% off. Lumen device: Optimize your metabolism for weight loss or athletic performance. MINDMATTER gets you 15% off. AquaTru: Water filtration devices that remove microplastics, metals, bacteria, and more from your drinking water. Through link, $100 off AquaTru Carafe, Classic & Under Sink Units; $300 off Freestanding models. Seed Oil Scout: Find restaurants with seed oil-free options, scan food products to see what they're hiding, with this easy-to-use mobile app. KetoCitra—Ketone body BHB + electrolytes formulated for kidney health. Use code MIND20 for 20% off any subscription (cancel anytime) For all the ways you can support my efforts

Berberine has been getting a lot of attention lately—some people even calling it “nature's Ozempic.” But what actually is it, and how does it work in the body?In this episode of the Thrive with Carrie Podcast, I break down the science behind this powerful plant compound and why it's becoming a conversation in the world of metabolic and gut health.We talk about how berberine may help support:• healthy blood sugar balance• insulin sensitivity• metabolism and energy• gut microbiome balance• inflammation regulationIf you've been feeling like your metabolism isn't responding the way it used to—or you're riding the blood sugar roller coaster of cravings and energy crashes—this episode will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface.You'll also learn why gut health, protein, fiber, and meal timing play such an important role in metabolic health and how berberine may fit into a bigger picture approach to supporting your body naturally.If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s looking for sustainable ways to support your metabolism, this episode is for you.Want personalized support? Visit Thrive4Life Holistic Health on Facebook to learn more about Carrie's coaching programs and how you can start feeling like yourself again.Follow Carrie on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrive.with.carrie/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrie.o.chojnowskiVisit https://thrivewithcarrie.com/ to book a free discovery call!See you next time!Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

In this episode, Meg and Heather discuss the incredible MetaPWR oil (and mention the entire line of products). This is a simple blend of 5 oils that can truly help with metabolic health. Not only can it help curb your appetite, it also may provide a bit of a pep to encourage healthy movement. Listen to the episode to discover Heather's lovely mocktail recipe. To find the price or purchase MetaPWR oil, click here: https://link.doterra.com/py0tcITo learn more about the podcast, check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.essentialoilconversations.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link to Reference Book Matchmaker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://balanceredeemed.myflodesk.com/ezcw54ppia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To learn more about Heather Skold, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.jugglingsimplicity.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To learn more about Meg Fittsgill, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.balanceredeemed.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Peak Human, Brian Sanders sits down with physician, athlete, and author Dr. Jaime Seeman to discuss what it really takes to become "hard to kill." Dr. Seeman is a practicing OB-GYN, former Mrs. Nebraska, competitive athlete, and metabolic health advocate. After struggling with her own metabolic issues, including prediabetes and hypothyroidism, she transformed her health through diet, strength training, and lifestyle changes. Together, Brian and Dr. Seeman explore how metabolic dysfunction develops, why muscle is one of the most powerful tools for longevity, and why focusing on nutrients instead of calories may be the key to fixing modern health problems. They also dive into women's metabolic health, perimenopause, visceral fat, and the role of diet evolution—from ketogenic to carnivore to a flexible real-food approach. This conversation breaks down the science of human nutrition and performance while offering practical strategies for living stronger, longer, and healthier.   Show Notes 04:00 – Why modern medicine focuses on treatment instead of prevention 07:00 – The growing movement for metabolic health 11:00 – Diet tribes vs. real food 12:00 – Dr. Seeman's personal metabolic health journey 15:00 – Keto, carnivore, and evolving diets 18:00 – The Sapien lifestyle: eating like humans evolved to eat 20:00 – Women's hormones, carbs, and the menstrual cycle 23:00 – Fasted training and metabolic flexibility 27:00 – Nutrient density vs calorie counting 31:00 – Muscle: the most overlooked organ in medicine 33:00 – Visceral fat and hidden metabolic disease 35:00 – Beauty and nutrition 42:00 – C-sections, childbirth, and the infant microbiome   BEEF TALLOW PRODUCTS: NosetoTail.org Preorder the film here: http://indiegogo.com/projects/food-lies-post    Film site: http://FoodLies.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FoodLies   Follow along: http://twitter.com/FoodLiesOrg http://instagram.com/food.lies http://facebook.com/FoodLiesOrg

For decades, conventional medical guidance has emphasized lowering cholesterol—often with statins—to reduce cardiovascular risk. Statins are widely prescribed and have been shown to reduce cardiovascular events and mortality in many high-risk populations. But emerging research is prompting a deeper conversation about lifestyle factors that may play an equally important role in health outcomes. In this episode, the hosts examine evidence suggesting that sunlight exposure may influence mortality through mechanisms such as vitamin D production, circadian rhythm regulation, and metabolic health. They discuss a large observational study from Sweden indicating that women with higher sun exposure lived longer than those who avoided sunlight—potentially rivaling the benefits attributed to some pharmaceutical interventions. The conversation challenges listeners to reconsider long-standing assumptions about cholesterol, statin therapy, and the role of sunlight in overall health. Rather than presenting a simple “sun vs statins” answer, the episode encourages critical thinking about lifestyle, environment, and how modern medicine balances prevention strategies with broader determinants of longevity. GET SOCIAL WITH US!

Dr. Aleksandra Gajer is a board-certified physician and a leading expert in metabolic health, hormone balance, and performance medicine. She is the founder of The Gajer Practice, a root-cause focused medical clinic helping patients transform their health from the inside out. Her work combines advanced diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and science-backed innovation to heal metabolism, restore hormonal harmony, and enhance whole-body performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Mary Rosser, obstetrician gynecologist and director of Fazzalari Women's Health at NewYork-Presbyterian The One and Columbia, joins us to explain how the endocrine system functions and how external chemicals can disrupt hormonal signals that influence metabolism, fertility, cancer risk, and long-term health. She details the most common sources of endocrine disruptors — including plastics, personal care items, cleaning products, and pesticides — and shares clear, manageable strategies for reducing everyday exposure. Dr. Rosser's guidance empowers listeners to make small, sustainable changes that can help protect hormonal well‑being.   Chapters: 00:00:00 — Understanding Hormones and Endocrine Disruptors 00:05:01 — Health Effects Linked to Endocrine Disruptors 00:09:55 — Everyday Sources and How to Reduce Exposure 00:17:28 — Can the Body Recover? Practical Steps and Final Takeaways   Key Topics Covered What hormones are and how the endocrine system works What endocrine disruptors are and how they interfere with hormone signaling How endocrine disruptors enter the body (skin, food, air) Health impacts: metabolism, fertility, cancer risk, and chronic conditions Common sources of disruptors (plastics, BPA, phthalates, cosmetics, cleaning products, pesticides, microplastics) Practical ways to reduce exposure in daily life How to monitor hormone health and when to talk to a doctor The body's ability to recover once exposure is reduced   Takeaway Message This episode empowers listeners to understand how everyday chemicals can interfere with the body's delicate hormonal system — and shows that small, practical changes in the products we use and the foods we choose can meaningfully reduce exposure.   Expert Guest Dr. Mary L. Rosser, M.D., Ph.D., NCMP is an obstetrician gynecologist and the director of Fazzalari Women's Health at NewYork-Presbyterian The One and Columbia. She is the Richard U. and Ellen J. Levine Assistant Professor of Women's Health (in Obstetrics and Gynecology) at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons. She joined the faculty of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Columbia University in April 2018 to provide routine gynecology care and to further develop a comprehensive well-woman program. She has been a practicing obstetrician gynecologist for more than 20 years, starting in private practice and then joining the faculty at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY. While at Montefiore, she created, launched, and led the forty-person Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Rosser received her undergraduate degree at Emory University and a Ph.D. in Endocrinology at the Medical College of Georgia. She attended Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Emory University. She is also a NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner, able to provide high-quality care for patients at menopause and beyond. Primary care and heart disease in women have always been areas of focus for Dr. Rosser. She conducted basic science research on heart disease during graduate school and was the Chair of the "Women & Heart Disease Physician Education Initiative" for District II of the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology. She continues to conduct clinical studies around patient awareness and understanding of heart disease and well-woman care. Dr. Rosser serves on the Medical Leadership Team of the Go Red for Women movement of the American Heart Association and she is ACOG's liaison to the American College of Cardiology.  

In this episode of Talking Smack 415, Jamie the Great and I dive into one of the biggest health conversations happening right now: GLP-1 weight-loss drugs.From celebrities like Oprah and Sharon Osbourne to friends, family members, and coworkers, medications like Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs seem to be everywhere. Nearly 10% of U.S. adults are now taking GLP-1 medications, and the cultural conversation around them is growing fast.Are they a breakthrough for obesity and metabolic health — or the beginning of a new wave of diet culture?To help us unpack the science and the societal impact, we invited Dr. Erika Siegel, a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, and author of The Nourish Me Kitchen. With more than two decades of experience in integrative medicine, Dr. Siegel blends functional medicine with nutrition and whole-food healing.In this episode we ask the questions everyone seems to be wondering: Are GLP-1 medications like Ozempic truly a miracle drug for weight loss and type 2 diabetes?  What exactly is “food noise,” and how do GLP-1 drugs reduce cravings? Why do many people regain weight after stopping GLP-1 medications?  What are the most common GLP-1 side effects, including hair loss, muscle loss, and digestive issues?  Is micro-dosing GLP-1 drugs becoming a new trend?  Can GLP-1 medications actually help reduce cravings for alcohol and other addictions?Dr. Siegel also explains why nutrition, strength training, and fiber intake (25–30 grams per day) are critical when using these medications — and why protein, sleep, and hormone balance still matter.We also explore the bigger cultural questions:• Are GLP-1 drugs fueling a new era of SkinnyTok and diet culture? • What are the long-term effects of GLP-1 medications, especially for younger people? • How might these drugs affect fertility, metabolism, and overall health? • And who were GLP-1 medications actually designed for — versus who is using them now?Whether you're curious about Ozempic, GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, food noise, addiction, or long-term safety, this conversation takes a deeper look at the science, the culture, and the future of one of the most talked-about medical trends today.You can follow along with all things Erika : Instagram @dr.erikasiegelInfo on her book on nourishme.comBuy her bookset on Amazon the Nourish Me KitchenShare this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

Episode #2: A Live Coaching Session What happens after food freedom? In this new coaching series, you'll follow one woman's journey as she moves from intuitive eating and food freedom into a season focused on metabolic health, hormone balance, energy, and body composition — without returning to dieting. This is Episode 1, and you're sitting in on our first session together. She's done the work to heal her relationship with food. She's no longer obsessed. But now she wants more: More stable energy Better metabolic health Hormone balance Improved body composition Sustainable weight changes A stronger, more capable body In this session, we unpack: Body composition and the process of making peace with body fat Sport nutrition  Adapting and adjusting nutrition for vacation    You'll hear the real questions. The hesitations. The mindset shifts. And you'll begin to see how Empowered Eating bridges the gap between food freedom and sustainable metabolic health.   Who This Series Is For This live coaching journey is for women who: Have done intuitive eating or food freedom work Want to support hormones and metabolism without dieting Feel stuck with energy, body composition, or blood sugar Crave structure without obsession If you see yourself in her story, you're not alone.   What's Coming Next In the upcoming sessions, you'll hear us work through: Protein targets and muscle building Blood sugar regulation Calibrating intake without tracking obsession Body composition goals without body shame Moving from self-trust to strategic alignment You'll get to witness the process — not just the principles.   Ready to Start Your Own Journey? If this episode resonates and you're ready to move from food freedom to metabolic health with guidance and support, we'd love to connect. Visit The Well Collective to: Book a Free Discovery Call  Learn more about our Empowered Eating programs Join our email community

In this episode of Bowel Sounds, hosts Drs. Amber Hildreth and Jason Silverman talk to Dr. Saul Karpen, the inaugural chief scientific officer for the Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Va., where he is a professor of internal medicine and adjunct professor in pediatric medicine at the VCU School of Medicine. We talk about new genetic discoveries in biliary atresia and the future goals of research on this important pediatric liver topic.Learning objectivesDescribe the pathophysiology of biliary atresia Understand the importance of early screening and new tools to assist in early detection Examine the newly discovered genetic etiology to biliary atresiaLinks:Guidance for the Primary Care Provider in Identifying Infants with Biliary Atresia by 2-4 Weeks of Life: Clinical ReportBilitool.orgLiver-Restricted Deletion of the Biliary Atresia Candidate Gene PKD1L1 Causes Bile Duct Dysmorphogenesis and CiliopathyStravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic HealthAASLDPrevious Episodes Mentioned:Bill Balistreri- Neonatal CholestasisJorge Bezerra- Advances in Biliary AtresiaDisclosures:Dr. Karpen has a non-reimbursed consulting relationship with Ipsen as BOLD PIDr. Hildreth serves as a consultant and speaker for IpsenSupport the showThis episode may be eligible for CME credit! Once you have listened to the episode, click this link to claim your credit. Credit is available to NASPGHAN members (if you are not a member, you should probably sign up). And thank you to the NASPGHAN Professional Education Committee for their review!As always, the discussion, views, and recommendations in this podcast are the sole responsibility of the hosts and guests and are subject to change over time with advances in the field.Check out our merch website!Follow us on Bluesky, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all the latest news and upcoming episodes.Click here to support the show.

If you're entering perimenopause and suddenly noticing more abdominal fat, higher cholesterol, poorer sleep or increased anxiety, you're not imagining it. In this episode, I'm joined by Professor Sarah Berry to unpack what actually changes in women's cardiometabolic health during the menopause transition We explore why premenopausal women are often metabolically protected compared to men, what shifts during perimenopause, and how declining estrogen impacts fat distribution, blood glucose control, inflammation and cholesterol. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN • Why cardiometabolic health often worsens during perimenopause • When visceral fat redistribution typically begins • The role of estrogen in fat storage, cholesterol and inflammation • Whether hormone therapy protects against abdominal fat gain • How glucose dips can drive an extra 300+ calories per day • What ApoB really means and why it matters beyond LDL • The truth about seed oils, saturated fat and cardiovascular risk • Why soy isoflavones work for some women but not others • How replacing typical snacks with almonds predicted a 30% drop in cardiovascular risk TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro: Why Cardiometabolic Risk Increases During Perimenopause 05:01 Does Hormone Therapy Protect Against Visceral Fat & Cholesterol Changes? 13:42 How to Improve Your Gut Microbiome through Diet 19:01 Why Belly Fat Increases in Perimenopause (Estrogen, Hunger & Blood Sugar) 27:39 Saturated Fat Explained: Butter vs Yogurt & The Food Matrix 45:31 Eating Speed, Late-Night Meals & Metabolic Health in Midlife VALUABLE RESOURCES • Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it.

Send a textKyle Hulbert is the CEO of the Longevity Center, the co-host of Longevity Unlocked, and a wellness and integrative nutrition coach specializing in detoxification.In 2019, Kyle was struggling with alcoholism, anxiety, and depression while living a dream life in Dubai and finishing his master's. In 2021, Kyle found Dr. Benjamin Kosubevsky, who ran several tests that most other doctors overlook and discovered that the root cause was heavy metal toxicity and low testosterone.Addressing these issues changed everything, and sent him into a deep dive into detox, integrative health, and biohacking, which led him to earn multiple coaching certifications.Following this, Kyle left his family business, and he and Dr. Kosubevsky co-founded The Longevity Center to make advanced health treatments more accessible. Within a year, they've helped 1,500+ people detox, heal, and rejuvenate, and expanded to a second location.Find Kyle at-https://www.thelcfl.com/Podcast- @Longevity UnlockedIG- @thelcflFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

A new meta-analysis of 174 randomized controlled trials on “carbohydrate-restricted diets” found consistent benefits for body composition, blood pressure, inflammation, and more. But instead of highlighting the metabolic benefits, most of the headlines focused almost entirely on a small bump in LDL.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher breaks down why that reaction misses the point and how biases in nutrition reporting are holding back real progress in improving metabolic health.

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Send a textMitochondria in human evolution, climate adaptation, maternal genetics, aging, and disease.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Endosymbiotic theory: Mitochondria arose from oxidative bacteria engulfed by archaea-like hosts, confirmed by phylogenetic analysis.Maternal mtDNA inheritance: Mitochondrial DNA is inherited from the mother, not the father. There are adaptive reasons for this.Haplogroups & adaptation: Tropical lineages tightly couple energy production for efficiency; northern ones uncouple to generate heat.Heteroplasmy & aging: Mixed mutant and normal mitochondria accumulate in cells, eroding energy in high-demand tissues like brain and heart.Bioenergetics in disease: Many common conditions, from Parkinson's to cancer, stem from mitochondrial-nuclear interactions rather than nuclear genes alone.Ketogenic diets: High-fat intake fuels mitochondrial beta-oxidation, which may compensate for brain energy deficits in epilepsy and bipolar disorder.Warburg effect: Cancer cells shift to glycolysis to prioritize biosynthetic building blocks over maximal ATP production.Modern mismatches: Global travel pairs ancestral mtDNA with mismatched diets and climates, raising risks for metabolic dysfunction.ABOUT THE GUEST: Douglas Wallace, PhD is a geneticist and evolutionary biologist who has studied mitochondria for over 50 years. He currently directs the Center for Mitochondrial and Epigenomic Medicine at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania.RELATED EPISODE:M&M 260 | Energy Resistance Principle in Life, Healing & Disease | Martin Picard & Nirosha MuruganSupport the showHealth Products by M&M Partners: SporesMD: Premium mushrooms products (gourmet mushrooms, nootropics, research). Use code 'nickjikomes' for 20% off. Lumen device: Optimize your metabolism for weight loss or athletic performance. MINDMATTER gets you 15% off. AquaTru: Water filtration devices that remove microplastics, metals, bacteria, and more from your drinking water. Through link, $100 off AquaTru Carafe, Classic & Under Sink Units; $300 off Freestanding models. Seed Oil Scout: Find restaurants with seed oil-free options, scan food products to see what they're hiding, with this easy-to-use mobile app. KetoCitra—Ketone body BHB + electrolytes formulated for kidney health. Use code MIND20 for 20% off any subscription (cancel anytime) For all the ways you can support my efforts

Dr. Baker shares his journey from orthopedic surgeon to one of the most visible advocates of meat-based nutrition and discusses why he believes modern dietary recommendations may contribute to chronic illness. The discussion explores metabolic health, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and the growing movement of individuals experimenting with elimination diets to improve symptoms. Throughout the episode, the hosts examine both the enthusiasm and controversy surrounding the carnivore approach, asking whether nutrition could play a larger role in treating disease rather than simply managing it with medications. GET SOCIAL WITH US!

Is obesity really just about eating too much — or is something deeper driving it? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Yasmine Elamir to unpack the concept of “diabesity” — the intersection of insulin resistance, blood sugar regulation, and chronic overeating. We explore how glucose swings influence hunger, why many people struggling with weight may have underlying insulin resistance, and how muscle, sleep, and diet can improve metabolic health over time. We also take a thoughtful look at GLP-1 medications, why some patients stall on them, and the biggest mistakes people make when relying on medication without addressing behavior and lifestyle. Dr. Elamir explains how to interpret glucose patterns, determine carb tolerance, and break emotional eating cycles using practical strategies. If you want a deeper understanding of the biology and behavior behind modern obesity, this episode delivers a clear, evidence-based perspective. Coach Vinny Email: vinny@balancedbodies.io Instagram: vinnyrusso_balancedbodies Facebook: Vinny RussoDr. Eryn Email: dr.eryn@balancedbodies.io Instagram: dr.eryn_balancedbodies Facebook: Eryn StansfieldDr. Yasmine Elamir YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@diabetes_MD Instagram: diabetes_mdLEGION 20% OFF CODE Go to https://legionathletics.com/ and use the code RUSSO for 20% off your order!

In this episode of Disruption/Interruption, KJ sits down with Oleg Kovalev, Chief Marketing Officer at Aspect Health, revealing how his company became the #1 women's hormonal health startup in the USA by disrupting traditional PCOS treatment. Discover how continuous glucose monitoring and lifestyle coaching are helping one in five women manage a condition that doctors have been treating wrong for decades—and how this medical innovation is driving explosive business growth. Four Key Takeaways: [4:21] PCOS affects 20% of women and is the #1 cause of infertility - Traditional medicine has underdiagnosed and undertreated PCOS for decades, leaving millions of women without proper answers or solutions beyond pills that mask symptoms. [8:33] Managing glucose levels can dramatically reduce PCOS symptoms - Simple lifestyle changes combined with continuous glucose monitoring help women see real-time correlations between their food choices and symptom improvement, leading to exceptional product retention. [17:24] Data-driven positioning beats gut feeling every time - Aspect Health grew 12x in nine months by systematically testing positioning through paid ads and user behavior metrics rather than relying on intuition or assumptions. [24:11] Ask what you should NOT be doing - Focus and intentionality come from eliminating tasks rather than adding them—the critical question every founder and marketer must answer to achieve breakthrough success. Quote of the Show (8:00):"When women go to doctor and they ask questions about PCOS, in most cases they don't get answers to their questions. Often they are given some standard protocol of taking some kind of pills." - Oleg Kovalev Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome. Want PR that actually matters? Get 30 minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval Ways to connect with Oleg Kovalev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alecko/Company Website: www.aspect-health.com How to get more Disruption/Interruption: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send a textDr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out his first appearances on episode 471 and 585 of Boundless Body Radio!Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng is an ICU physician, health advocate, and wellness influencer dedicated to transforming lives. With a deep understanding of critical care medicine and a passion for prevention, he helps individuals like you take charge of your health through education and community. His holistic approach empowers you to live healthier and more fulfilling lives—and ensures he meets you thriving, not in the ICU.Dr. Kwadwo is here to guide you toward the health transformation you deserve. By addressing the core aspects of your well-being, he equips you with practical strategies to create lasting change. With every article, podcast, and resource he shares, Dr. Kwadwo's focus remains on helping you prevent health setbacks, avoid the ICU, and live a life rooted in wellness.He is the author of two books, including Unapologetic Leadership: Finding The Moral Courage To Do The Right Thing, and his latest book Prevention Over Prescription: Take Control of Your Health through Nutrition, Movement and Community.He is also the host of the amazing Prevention over Prescription Podcast, AKA the KWADCAST!!Find Dr. Kwadwo at-https://drkwadwo.ca/TW- @kwadcastIG- @kwadcastFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Send a textWhat if the most effective probiotic isn't alive? We dive into the surprising science of pasteurized Akkermansia muciniphila—how a heat-treated microbe can tighten the gut barrier, steady blood sugar, and spark fat oxidation without needing to survive your stomach. Drawing on recent human trials and compelling mechanistic insights, we unpack why preserving cell-wall signals and membrane proteins may matter more than colony counts, and why autoclaving destroys the very benefits pasteurization protects.We break down Akkermansia's unique role in maintaining a thick, resilient mucus layer that shields the intestinal lining and reduces permeability. From there, the systemic payoffs emerge: improved insulin sensitivity, GLP-1–like effects, reduced inflammation, and better liver fat metabolism. We also highlight the speed of change—often within weeks—when gut signaling and barrier integrity improve. Along the way, we explore the “food matrix” idea, showing how even non-living microbial fragments can shape the microbiome's behavior.Looking for practical steps? We outline how to track progress with a CGM, fasting insulin, and LPS-related markers. Then we share simple levers to support Akkermansia naturally: intermittent fasting, low-glycemic or ketogenic patterns, polyphenol-rich foods like cranberries, pectin from citrus peels or unripe apples, and regular aerobic training. Equally important, we call out what to avoid—artificial sweeteners like sucralose and aspartame that can suppress Akkermansia. For those considering a postbiotic, pasteurized Akkermansia offers a targeted, promising path for metabolic health, gut integrity, and even potential strength gains in older adults.If this conversation sparks ideas or challenges a long-held belief about probiotics, share it with a friend, subscribe for more science-forward self-care, and leave a review to help others discover the show. What's your next step to build a stronger gut?For video, slide deck and open source references: www.thehealthedgepodcast.com

Despite the rising popularity of high-protein, low-carb diets and macro tracking, metabolic disease is still on the rise. So why isn't the perfect macro balance solving the problem? In today's episode, Dr. Ritamarie explores why focusing solely on macronutrients isn't enough to restore metabolic health. While macros are important, they're only one piece of the puzzle. The real key lies in understanding how the body responds to those inputs and why your clients might still struggle even when they're following the "perfect" protocol.What's Inside This Episode? Why just tweaking macros doesn't address the deeper metabolic issuesThe hidden truth: metabolic health is driven by how the body responds, not just what you eatWhy insulin resistance, thyroid issues, and weight struggles persist even with the "right" macrosHow chronic stress, inflammation, and nervous system imbalances shift how the body handles foodThe vital shift from focusing on numbers to understanding the body's signalsWhy looking at metabolic health through a systems lens changes everything in practiceThe real question practitioners should be asking to restore metabolic healthResources and Links:Download the full transcript here.Download our FREE Metabolic Health Guide here. Join the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group here for free resources and community supportVisit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skills and grow your practice by getting life-changing results. Check out other podcast episodes here

Dr. Sandeep Palakti spent years at Harvard and Mayo Clinic before realizing the American healthcare system isn't designed to keep people healthy. In this conversation with cardiac surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia, he breaks down why 70% of physicians are now employed by large health systems or insurers, how that institutional capture prevents real preventative care, and what both doctors and patients can do about it. He explains how he broke free to create Velocity Health, a national concierge practice focused on sleep, diet, exercise, and mental health through precise measurement and individualized strategies. For physicians feeling stuck and patients paying tens of thousands annually for insurance that doesn't deliver health, this conversation maps pathways to better options.BIG IDEAWhen the health insurer owns your doctor, your pharmacy, and your insurance, they have every incentive to drive costs up, reduce quality, and withhold care.Dr. Sandeep “Deep” Palakodeti, MD - Contact InfoBook: The Ultimate AssetWebsite: VelocityHealthClinic.comPodcast: https://velocityhealthclinic.com/the-ultimate-asset-podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/velocityhealth/X: https://x.com/join_velocitySend Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com Pre-Order Stay Off My Kitchen Table at Amazon. Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table. Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk.Stay Off My Operating Table on X: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro RecordingsAny use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

Dr. Volker Menzel shares his transformative journey into carnivore diet, its impact on health, and the deep connections between nutrition, dental health, and metabolic processes. Discover how dietary choices influence systemic health, dental outcomes, and the importance of personalised medicine.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:41 Dr. Menzel's Personal Health Journey and Motivation01:57 Reversing Blood Pressure and Diabetes with Diet02:43 Impact of Carnivore Diet on Family Members' Health03:26 Oxalates, Dumping, and Dietary Sensitivities04:30 Anecdotal Evidence of Food Sensitivities and Personal Experiments04:59 Dentistry, Metabolism, and Nutritional Connections06:13 Dentists' Lack of Nutrition Education and Systemic Links07:54 Collagen, Soft Tissue Healing, and Metabolic Factors09:27 Effects of Carnivore Diet on Oral and Systemic Health10:42 Diet and Bacterial Infections in Oral and Systemic Diseases12:20 Role of Fats and Bacterias in Oral Health12:52 Challenges in Changing Dietary Habits and Behavior14:12 Fluoride, Tea, and Dental Health Concerns15:03 Plaque Development and Carnivore Diet Experiences16:39 Brushing Techniques and Oral Hygiene on Carnivore Diet19:11 Mercury Fillings and Dental Materials20:44 Soft Tissue and Bone Healing in Dentistry22:21 TMJ, Clenching, and Systemic Connections23:57 Mechanical and Metabolic Causes of Clenching and Grinding25:45 Adrenal Activation, Cortisol, and Collagen Breakdown27:33 Protein, Methylation, and Nutritional Strategies for Aging29:10 Impact of Metabolic Health on Dental and Surgical Outcomes30:31 Root Causes of Clenching, TMJ, and Systemic Stress32:17 Multifactorial Causes of Clenching and Stress33:56 Therapeutic Approaches: Physiotherapy, Splints, and Spinal Alignment36:37 Vicious Cycles of Clenching, Stress, and Systemic Effects38:14 Final Thoughts: Education, Personal Responsibility, and Diet39:28 Encouragement to Question, Learn, and Trust Your Instincts

Episode 1: A Live Coaching Session What happens after food freedom? In this new coaching series, you'll follow one woman's journey as she moves from intuitive eating and food freedom into a season focused on metabolic health, hormone balance, energy, and body composition — without returning to dieting. This is Episode 1, and you're sitting in on our first session together. She's done the work to heal her relationship with food. She's no longer obsessed. But now she wants more: More stable energy Better metabolic health Hormone balance Improved body composition Sustainable weight changes A stronger, more capable body In this session, we unpack: What “metabolic health” really means for women The difference between restriction and optimization Why food freedom is a foundation — not the finish line How nervous system safety impacts hormones and metabolism The fears that surface when shifting from freedom to focus You'll hear the real questions. The hesitations. The mindset shifts. And you'll begin to see how Empowered Eating bridges the gap between food freedom and sustainable metabolic health. Who This Series Is For This live coaching journey is for women who: Have done intuitive eating or food freedom work Want to support hormones and metabolism without dieting Feel stuck with energy, body composition, or blood sugar Crave structure without obsession If you see yourself in her story, you're not alone. What's Coming Next In the upcoming sessions, you'll hear us work through: Protein targets and muscle building Blood sugar regulation Calibrating intake without tracking obsession Body composition goals without body shame Moving from self-trust to strategic alignment You'll get to witness the process — not just the principles. Ready to Start Your Own Journey? If this episode resonates and you're ready to move from food freedom to metabolic health with guidance and support, we'd love to connect. Visit The Well Collective to: Book a Free Discovery Call  Learn more about our Empowered Eating programs Join our email community You don't have to choose between peace and progress. You can build both.

I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Jason Fung today. He is a trained nephrologist and world-leading expert on intermittent fasting and metabolic health. He has authored multiple books, including the New York Times best-seller, The Obesity Code, The Diabetes Code, and, more recently, The Hunger Code.   In our conversation today, we unpack the obsessive focus on the calories-in, calories-out model, which is neither practical nor effective. We explore the root causes behind the narrow-minded thinking that calories alone drive obesity, differences between types of hunger and conditioned responses, how hormones affect other hormones, and lessons about GLP-1s. We examine the critical importance of fiber and protein, and offer clarity around carbohydrates. We also cover the impact of meal timing, sleep, and circadian biology, the fat thermostat and sympathetic tone, nutrition, stress, and mindful eating, and dive into the issue of ultra-processed foods. Join us for an insightful conversation that challenges conventional wisdom and offers a nuanced and sustainable approach to understanding hunger, metabolism, and long-term health. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: “Calories in, calories out” framework is technically correct, but practically useless How the homeostatic, hedonic, and conditioned hunger types differ Dr. Fung shares his take on GLP-1 medications How fiber stimulates natural GLP-1 production Processed and natural carbohydrates produce vastly different glucose and insulin responses. Avoid eating late-night meals! Complex relationship between hunger, hormonal regulation, and sleep quality Hormones that drive body fat regulation  How bitter foods suppress appetite and enhance satiety Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Jason Fung On his website Instagram and YouTube Dr. Fung's latest book, The Hunger Code, will come out in March. Pre-order on Amazon!

Send a textRole of bile acids in cholesterol regulation, digestion & metabolic diseases like diabetes.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Bile acids basics: They enable cholesterol excretion, with about half of bodily cholesterol eliminated this way, and also aid digestion by emulsifying fats to increase enzyme access.Bile production & pathway: Synthesized in liver hepatocytes, bile flows via ducts to the gallbladder for storage or directly to the small intestine; post-meal, cholecystokinin triggers gallbladder contraction for fat emulsification.Regulation of bile acids: Self-regulated to prevent cytotoxicity, as excess can damage cell membranes; insulin and bile acids themselves influence synthesis and transport, with defects in insulin-resistant states.Bile acids in metabolic diseases: Increased synthesis, especially 12-hydroxylated types, occurs in type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance, potentially as an adaptation for better nutrient absorption during perceived scarcity.Gallbladder removal & gallstones: Common due to cholesterol supersaturation forming stones; removal eliminates concentration but preserves bile flow, reducing tolerance for high-fat meals.Bariatric surgery impacts: Procedures like gastric bypass increase circulating bile acids without major synthesis changes, while more extreme ones boost synthesis due to impaired intestinal sensing.Cholesterol homeostasis: Cells tightly regulate membrane cholesterol for fluidity and signaling; most bodily cholesterol is synthesized internally, with LDL receptors key to blood levels.Ongoing research: Haeusler's lab explores manganese's role in metabolism, bile acids in liver inflammation, and insulin's effects on lipoproteins.ABOUT THE GUEST: Rebecca Haeusler, PhD is an associate professor at Columbia University in the departments of medicine and pathology and cell biology, affiliated with the Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center and the Digestive and Liver Diseases Research Center.RELATED EPISODE:M&M 269 | Soybean Oil: Obesity, Fatty Liver Disease, Gut Health, IBS & Colitis | Frances SladekSupport the showHealth Products by M&M Partners: SporesMD: Premium mushrooms products (gourmet mushrooms, nootropics, research). Use code 'nickjikomes' for 20% off. Lumen device: Optimize your metabolism for weight loss or athletic performance. MINDMATTER gets you 15% off. AquaTru: Water filtration devices that remove microplastics, metals, bacteria, and more from your drinking water. Through link, $100 off AquaTru Carafe, Classic & Under Sink Units; $300 off Freestanding models. Seed Oil Scout: Find restaurants with seed oil-free options, scan food products to see what they're hiding, with this easy-to-use mobile app. KetoCitra—Ketone body BHB + electrolytes formulated for kidney health. Use code MIND20 for 20% off any subscription (cancel anytime) For all the ways you can support my efforts

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about zero-calorie drinks and whether they are really the guilt-free option we have been led to believe. A well-known Copenhagen study compared four groups of people who drank a liter a day of regular soda, diet soda, milk, or water for six months, and the results were surprising enough to stop anyone mid-sip. Could a beverage with absolutely no calories still be working against your blood sugar, waistline and your metabolism? What do your gut, your pancreas, and even your taste buds have to do with it? Jenn digs into the science, questions the study's details, and shares what she has seen play out in real life with herself and her clients for years. But before you toss your diet soda or defend it to the end, you should hear what Jenn has to say about who this affects, why, and whether the calorie count on the label is telling you anywhere near the whole story. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramNutrition Nugget: IQ MixCopenhagen StudyKEYWORDS: Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Zero Calorie Drinks, Diet Soda, Artificial Sweeteners, Aspartame, Insulin Response, Blood Sugar, Weight Gain, Gut Microbiome, Metabolic Health, Calorie Counting, Sugar Cravings, Glucagon, Pancreas, Glucose, Fat Burning, Gut Bacteria, Sweet Taste Addiction, Copenhagen Study, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Diet Cola, Regular Soda, Sugar Soda, Milk, Water Intake, BMI, Non-Diabetic Subjects, Weight Loss, Caloric Beverages, Nutrition Research, Food Cravings, Hormones, Insulin Levels, Blood Pressure, Overweight, Obese, Beverage Choices, Wellness, Weight Management, Health Coaching, Microbiome, Nutrition Science, Zero Calorie Drinks And Weight Gain, Do Diet Sodas Cause Insulin Response

In this solo episode, Carrie breaks down why cravings, “food noise,” and never quite feeling full are not a willpower problem  ~  they're often a regulation problem rooted in the gut–brain connection.You'll learn:What the gut–brain axis is and why fullness cues can get mutedWhy blood sugar swings, inflammation, stress, and constant grazing make cravings louderHow simple habits like protein-first meals, fiber, meal spacing, hydration, and sleep help your body hear its natural fullness signals againWhat people mean by “GLP-1 support” (and what it is not)How a simple supplement combo can support digestion, metabolic balance, and appetite awareness when paired with real habitsThis episode isn't about quick fixes or hype. It's about understanding your body and giving it the support it needs so healthy choices feel easier ~ not harder.If you've tried everything and still feel stuck with cravings or food noise, this conversation will help you see what's actually going on and what can help in a realistic, sustainable way.Want personalized support? Visit Thrive4Life Holistic Health on Facebook to learn more about Carrie's coaching programs and how you can start feeling like yourself again.Follow Carrie on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrive.with.carrie/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrie.o.chojnowskiVisit https://thrivewithcarrie.com/ to book a free discovery call!See you next time!Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

In this episode of the Y Health Podcast, we welcome Dr. Evan Thacker, BYU epidemiologist and dedicated mentor, to discuss brain health, metabolism, and the power of student-driven research.Dr. Thacker shares his journey from neuroscience at BYU to graduate training at Harvard and the University of Washington, and how mentorship shaped his path. Now, with nine publications in 2025, he's helping students take real research projects—from initial question to national presentation at the American Public Health Association and even peer-reviewed publication.We explore student-led studies on PCOS and mental health, rural versus urban differences in cognitive decline using data from the REGARDS study, and research on leptin and how metabolic health influences brain aging. A key theme emerges: heart health, metabolic health, and brain health are deeply connected.Dr. Thacker leaves listeners with two simple challenges:Improve one daily health behavior—sleep, nutrition, or movement.Stay curious. Write down your questions and pursue answers.It's an inspiring conversation about scholarship, mentorship, and how small actions—both in research and in health—can have lasting impact.Articles Mentioned:Knowledge about polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), body image and depression by PCOS status among a sample of US females by Mireya Long, Ruth Larson, Lexi Maycock, Emma Huefner Wood, and Gray Stratford Rural Versus Urban Residence in Adulthood and Incident Cognitive Impairment by Matthew Harris, Erica Bennion, and Kristine MagnussonLeptin, adiponectin, body mass index, and incident cognitive impairment by Reena Karki, Rachel Gabor, Cyrille Kouambo Beckodro, Quinn Preece, Sam Prince, and McKay SmithRecorded, Edited & Produced by Averee Bates, Christy Gonzalez, Harper Xinyu Zhang, Madison McArthur, Kailey Hopkins, and Tanya Gale

Most people think skin tags are just a harmless cosmetic issue — something you remove and forget about.The truth is, these small changes on your skin can sometimes be early clues that something deeper is going on.In this episode, I'm diving into the real story behind skin tags and what they may be telling you about the way your body is processing food, managing hormones, and handling inflammation. We'll look at the dietary patterns and everyday choices that can influence skin health from the inside out, and why what you eat plays a much bigger role than most people realize.On this episode, you'll learn: Why small skin tags are more than a cosmetic nuisance — and what they could be signaling about your health (1:40)The surprising pattern I've seen in virtually every patient with skin tags (4:40)How a specific style of eating can help lower insulin-like growth factors and support healthier aging from the inside out (8:45)The reason you should think twice before trying to burn off a skin tag (12:00)Whether grass-fed ghee actually contains NEU5GC (12:32)Thank you to our sponsors! Check them out: Go to timelinenutrition.com/GUNDRY to get 10% off your first order of Mitopure.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textRosemary Laberee, aka “Ro”, has been married to her husband Pete for 35 years, and they have 4 grown kids and a grandson. Her undergraduate degree is in business, and she has a master's degree in health science. She is also senior fitness certified and a certified osteoporosis peer educator.At age 60, Ro set out to reverse osteoporosis, something her doctor had said was impossible, and they were wrong. After encountering many women who had been told that there was nothing they can do besides taking medications, she decided to take her story to Instagram. She now has a growing audience eager for information about what lifestyle changes they can make to move the needle in the right direction when it comes to bone health.Recently, she retired from her work as a consultant in a nationally acclaimed pediatric research institute in order to devote more time to building her Instagram following and spreading the word on her motto- “Build bones now; ask me how!” In her spare time, she lifts weights, reads books, and continues to learn more about human biology.Find Ro at-IG- @coffeebooksbarbellsEmail- bonebodyrecomp@gmail.comFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

In this Your Health University episode, Jamie sits down with Nurse Practitioner, Brooke Howard, President of Clinical Operations, to talk about Biote, wellness, and bioidentical hormone optimization—and why it has been life-changing for both of them. Brooke shares how a trusted colleague pushed her to look deeper when she was exhausted, gaining weight, and “holding it together by a thread.” Jamie opens up about anxiety, ADD medication, and how feeling hormonally balanced gave him the confidence to step into a new chapter. This conversation is for anyone who feels “off,” has been told their labs are “normal,” and wants to explore a more complete picture of wellness. www.YourHealth.Org

Two cardiac specialists—one who performs open-heart surgery, the other who places stents in blocked arteries—sit down for an honest conversation about what they see on the operating table and in the cath lab. Dr. Philip Ovadia and Dr. Arasi Maran treat patients at the end stage of heart disease, often when it's too late for interventions to make a meaningful difference. Both physicians share the same conclusion: you don't need a cardiologist or surgeon if you understand what real food looks like and take responsibility for your health before disease sets in.Dr. Arasi Maran Contact InfoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drarasi-maran/website: https://DrArasiMaran.comInstagram @docarasimaran Podcast: Reboot with Dr. Arasi MaranSend Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com Pre-Order Stay Off My Kitchen Table at Amazon. Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table. Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk.Stay Off My Operating Table on X: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro RecordingsAny use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

Today, I have the honor of connecting with Dave Watumull, the Co-founder and CEO of AX3 Life, a consumer health company dedicated to astraxanthin products, education, and community. Dave is on a mission to introduce the world to astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is a marine-derived super-nutrient that supports whole-body health and longevity, a pursuit that has inspired Dave for over 25 years of research, development, and commercialization. In our discussion, Dave explains what astraxanthin is, its functions, and its key properties. We explore specific studies where astraxanthin has been particularly beneficial for lipids, particularly oxidized LDL. We discuss the impact of nutrition and examine the results of astraxanthin research on sarcopenia, cognition, and joints, liver, skin, and eye health. We also cover the dose-dependent effects of astraxanthin, and Dave answers a series of rapid-fire questions. Astaxanthin is truly a supplement worth considering. I'll be taking it to see if it helps reduce my Lp(a). My husband and one of my children also have high Lp(a), so we will all try it as a family experiment, and I will share the results. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Astaxanthin's origins and mechanisms The ideal dosing range for starting astaxanthin, and how the benefits appear even at lower doses What a dose-dependent effect actually means The importance of fundamentals like consistent sleep, a balanced, nutrient-dense diet, and daily physical activity How astaxanthin forms a protective antioxidant network The value of astaxanthin for supporting brain and ocular health How astaxanthin reduces inflammation without suppressing immunity The importance of taking astaxanthin with a meal to maximize absorption Why AX3 Astaxanthin surpasses other astaxanthin supplements Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dave Watumull AX3 Life AX3 Life on Instagram

Reflections on the Peter Attia/Epstein scandal; How to lower lp(a)—does diet help? What are bio-active peptides? Could they stave off kidney disease? Scientists just tested the fittest 81-year-old in the world—here's what they found; Media erroneously report that intermittent fasting is not effective for weight loss; Sugary drinks may stoke anxiety in teens; Omega-3s support kids' reading fluency and spelling scores; Surprising study shows saturated fats not harmful to kidneys.

Is your steak a byproduct of a corrupt financial ledger? Texas Slim (@modernTman) explains how food centralization serves as currency debasement. We discuss the 1971 "Big Fat Lie" and how ending the gold standard led to declining nutritional integrity via subsidized grains. Slim argues the health of our children is proof of work, noting the current legacy system is failing.Modern cattle ranching is a struggle against corporate cartels. For years, the industry has prioritized inflationary weight gain over biological vitality. Slim describes the transition from forage-based systems to scientific manipulation. This centralization has hurt independent ranchers through regulatory capture and debt traps.El Salvador is now a hub for regenerative agriculture and food security. Slim is moving away from Angus beef marketing myths to launch heritage breed programs designed for local microbiomes. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach with Brahman cattle, he is building a sovereign food system. He believes fixing the money is the first step toward fixing the food.Vertical integration allows producers to remove parasitic middlemen. The Beef Initiative develops decentralized micro-processing to return power to ranchers. By owning the value chain from the water table to the fork, producers can move away from the industrial machine.The acquisition of beef.com represents a change. It acts as the digital backbone for a global movement connecting producers and consumers via a Bitcoin standard. This infrastructure ensures the narrative remains with land stewards. The goal is to build a future based on hard assets.—Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect and Learn more about Texas SlimX: Main: https://x.com/modernTmanX: Movement: https://x.com/@beefinitiativeX: Media: https://x.com/@TexasSlimsCutsIG: https://www.instagram.com/iamtexasslim/IG: https://www.instagram.com/texasslimscuts/YT: https://www.youtube.com/@iamtexasslimWeb: https://harvestofdeception.substack.com/Web: https://beef.comWeb: https://beefinitiative.com/Web: https://beefnews.org/Web: https://beefmaps.com/       Support and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeach IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00 Intro05:42 Why the 1971 money shift ruined our food11:08 How to exit the corporate meat monopoly18:16 Why El Salvador is the hub for food security22:49 How to build a sovereign cattle program24:13 How decentralized processing kills the food cartel31:59 Fixing food economics: Price per acre vs. pound37:05 Mining volcanic soil for high-density protein51:00 How Beef.com disrupts global middlemen1:06:01 Protecting your wealth with hard assetsLive From Bitcoin Beach

In this episode, I sit down with neuroscientist Dr. Louisa Nicola to unpack what women actually need to know about Alzheimer's risk, cognitive decline, and long term brain protection. We break down APOE genetics, advanced blood biomarkers that can now detect amyloid and tau with remarkable accuracy, and why brain health is inseparable from metabolic health. Louisa explains how muscle acts as a metabolic sink for glucose, why resistance training and high intensity intervals stimulate BDNF, and how sleep drives the glymphatic system to clear amyloid from the brain. If you want practical tools to assess your personal risk, understand your labs, and build a proactive prevention plan decades before symptoms appear, this conversation is for you. → Leave Us A Voice Message!  Topics Discussed: → What does APOE4 mean for Alzheimer's risk? → Can exercise prevent cognitive decline? → Do blood tests detect early Alzheimer's? → How does perimenopause affect brain health? → Does hormone therapy reduce dementia risk? Sponsored By:  → Timeline | Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit https://timeline.com/KELLY and save up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies. → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com. → Cozy Earth |  Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code BEWELL for up to 20% off. And if you get a post-purchase survey, make sure you tell them you heard about Cozy Earth right here at the Be Well by Kelly podcast.  → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:27 - Mission to end Alzheimer's  → 00:03:28 - Women's rate of Alzheimer's  → 00:04:11 - Alzheimer's overview  → 00:07:44 - Education level & health  → 00:09:57 - Anatomy  → 00:14:16 - Neuroplasticity & glucose  → 00:19:38 - Amyloid-beta → 00:26:41 - LDL Cholesterol → 00:28:36 - Preparing for menopause  → 00:31:30 - Blood testing recommendations  → 00:34:26 - Lifestyle interventions  → 00:39:05 - Nutrition & the MIND diet  → 00:42:19 - Zone 2 vs zone 5 training  → 00:44:36 - Lactic acid  → 00:47:58 - HRT is protective → 00:50:19 - When to test for HRT → 00:51:56 - Testosterone + brain health  → 00:53:40 - Cognitive reserve  → 00:57:12 - Hot flashes  → 00:58:13 - Quick fixes  → 01:00:01 - Brain surgery  → 01:05:38 - The brain code  Show Links: → Function | Own your health for $365 a year. That's a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use gift code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit toward your membership Further Listening: → How to Take Control of Your Health in a Toxic Food Landscape | Max Lugavere  Check Out Louisa:  → Instagram  → The Brain Code Check Out Kelly: → Instagram → Youtube → Facebook

Your metabolism isn't about how fast you burn calories. It's about how well your cells create energy. And when cellular metabolism slows down, everything slows down — including ovulation. In today's episode, we're breaking down the 3 key markers we use inside fertility recovery to assess metabolic health: Your metabolic type (via HTMA) Your basal body temperature (BBT) Your full thyroid panel (not just TSH) Because when we support metabolism at the cellular level — whole body healing becomes possible again, and this is what restores your fertility. If you're ready for personalized support, there are 2 spots left in Premier Period Recovery for Fertility this month. Apply HERE.

If you're a top performing executive or entrepreneur who wants a fully customized comprehensive health protocol and support from a team of world-class specialists, click here to speak with a member of my team to review all of your goals and options: https://www.muscleintelligence.com/apply?utm_campaign=YT   Episode Summary Most diet advice fails high-performing men because it ignores the only thing that matters: outcomes. In this episode, Ben breaks down how to build a simple, repeatable nutrition protocol using calories, protein, carbs, and fats as controllable levers, then personalizes it to your digestion, lifestyle, and genetics. You'll learn Ben's 5-day "whole foods" calibration method, why weekly calories matter more than daily perfection, how to set protein targets without wrecking your gut, and when fasting helps or harms men over 40. If you want fat loss, muscle, and energy without living in food confusion, this is your blueprint.   Resources Masszymes.com (code Muscle) Calculate your Macros: Mifflin-St Jeor   About Ben Ben Pakulski is the Chief Performance Officer to elite executives, successful entrepreneurs, and top athletes.With over 25 years of experience, he coaches high achievers to build the physical, psychological, and metabolic resilience required to lead at the highest level. As the creator of the Muscle Intelligence framework, Ben specializes in aligning biology and behavior to drive sustained peak performance. His mission is to redefine what's possible for people in their prime and push the boundaries of human potential.   Time Stamps: 00:00 - Build Your Nutrition Blueprint 01:36 - The 5-Day Whole Foods Calibration Method 03:05 - Weekly Calories vs Daily Perfection 07:22 - Protein Targets + Digestion Rules 10:34 - Carbs Based on Metabolic Health 13:19 - Genetics: Carb vs Fat Tolerance 15:19 - Stop Chasing Inputs, Measure Outcomes 17:43 - Fiber, Gut Health & Food Quality 22:30 - Water Timing for Energy & Sleep 26:33 - Supplements: Foundational vs Situational 31:50 - Calorie Cycling & Fueling Performance