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Get a free 7-day Youngr™ supply with any Wonderfeel order. Use code FREEDOM Get a free 7-day Youngr™ mini pouch with any Wonderfeel order. Use code FREEDOM in the longevity access box after you put your info at: ⁠https://bit.ly/4jdCsH1⁠ You sleep 8 hours and still wake up tired, and everyone tells you it's just age. Baran Dilaver explains what may actually be happening inside your cells: the molecule your mitochondria depend on, the enzyme that eats it faster every year, and why the expensive IV drip might not be the best way to get it back. If you had zero NAD in your body, you'd be dead in 10 seconds. That's how fundamental this molecule is. It's involved in over 500 enzymatic processes, and about 70% of it goes toward producing energy. But as we get older, our NAD levels drop, and an enzyme called CD38 ramps up and starts shredding what's left. So most people over 40 are fighting on two fronts. They're making less energy, and they're losing it faster. That's why I wanted to sit down with Baran Dilaver, co-founder and CEO of Wonderfeel. We get into what's really draining your cellular battery, whether NAD IVs live up to the hype, and why creatine might be the missing partner to NAD that most people overlook. That afternoon crash around 2 or 3 PM? It's common, but it isn't normal. In this episode, I sit down with Baran Dilaver, co-founder and CEO of Wonderfeel, to talk about NAD, creatine, mitochondrial health, and what may be draining your energy as you age. NAD powers hundreds of processes in your cells, and when levels drop, it may not just show up as fatigue. It can show up as brain fog, mental fatigue, and organs that just don't work the way they used to. Baran explains NAD with an analogy I won't forget: a river feeding a valley full of farms and villages. When the river runs low, every valley suffers differently. That's why two people with the same root cause can have completely different symptoms. We also get into CD38, the enzyme Dr. Andrew Salzman calls the "NAD shredder," and why focusing only on boosting NAD while ignoring what drains it may leave you missing half the equation. Then we tackle a question I get all the time: are NAD IVs worth it? Baran breaks down why NAD struggles to get inside your cells, what the research shows about oral precursors like NMN, and why he still keeps an open mind about IVs. He also shares a warning about NMN product quality you'll want to hear before you buy anything online. Plus: why NAD makes the energy but creatine delivers it, the nutrient your body can't make that collects where tissue is damaged, the longevity breakthroughs Baran sees coming in the next 5 to 10 years, and why loneliness may matter as much as any supplement. If you're dealing with low energy, brain fog, or just want to age slower, this one's for you. Baran Dilaver is the co-founder and CEO of Wonderfeel, a longevity-focused wellness biosciences company known for its Youngr™ NMN supplement and ChocoCreatin™ bars. A UC Berkeley graduate and former scholarship athlete there, Baran led companies as CEO before going all in on NAD research. Since meeting Dr. Andrew Salzman in 2017, he has worked closely with him to develop Wonderfeel's formulas, with a focus on cellular energy, mitochondrial health, and slowing down aging. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, supplements, or health routine. Get a free 7-day Youngr™ supply with any Wonderfeel order. Use code FREEDOM Get a free 7-day Youngr™ mini pouch with any Wonderfeel order. Use code FREEDOM in the longevity access box after you put your info at: https://bit.ly/4jdCsH1 FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileFacebook: Ben Azadi, FDN-PTikTok: Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTokLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadiWebsite: Ben Azadi 📚 Pre-order PRIME HUMAN & unlock exclusive bonuses! ⁠⁠ Prime Human pre-orders⁠

Your grandmother ate butter, eggs, bacon, and whole milk, never counted a calorie, and probably never said the word “diet.” In this episode, I break down what changed between her kitchen and yours, why it was never about willpower, and the simple things worth bringing back from 1955. In 1960, about 13% of American adults were obese. Today, projections put that number close to 50%. Our genetics didn’t change in two generations. Our discipline didn’t collapse. So what happened? In this episode, I walk through the story of a woman who kept a kitchen ledger for 51 years, and what her grocery lists reveal about snacking, breakfast, the war on fat, and the oils that quietly took over the American food supply. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it. Losing weight today feels harder than ever, even though we have more nutrition information than any generation in history. In this solo episode, I compare the 1950s kitchen with the modern one and show why the problem was never a lack of willpower. It was the environment. You’ll learn: What a 51-year kitchen ledger reveals about how an ordinary American woman actually ate Why snacking may keep your insulin from ever coming back down, even when the snacks are “healthy” How the modern breakfast may set you up to be starving by 10 a.m. How butter and lard got replaced by margarine, Crisco, and “heart healthy” spreads What happened when fat was removed from food and replaced with sugar The more than 1,000-fold rise in soybean oil consumption in the 20th century The one food I’d bring back into your kitchen first, and how to tell if yours is high quality How liquid calories, ultra-processed food, lost daily movement, and random meal timing all add up If you’ve been blaming yourself for struggling with your weight, this episode may change how you see the whole problem. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health routine. FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi⁠⁠⁠   📚 Pre-order PRIME HUMAN & unlock exclusive bonuses! ⁠ Prime Human pre-orders⁠

Over 1 in 3 adults have fatty liver, and most have no idea. In this episode, I share 3 everyday breakfast foods that may help your liver release stored fat, the one ingredient that ties them together, and why eating them separately might be the reason they haven’t worked for you. You can eat less, try harder, and do everything “right” and still not lose belly fat. The problem might not be your effort. It might be your liver. Your liver is your most important fat-burning organ. When it gets backed up with fat, your body may struggle to pull from stored fat, especially around your belly. In this episode, I break down 3 breakfast foods that support your liver from different angles, the human studies behind them, and the simple combination most people miss. Fat loss doesn’t start in your stomach. It starts in your liver. In this solo episode, I explain why so many people with fatty liver have no symptoms, and how a backed-up liver may keep your body from burning stored fat. Then I share the 3 breakfast foods I recommend to help your liver unload fat and get fat burning moving again. You’ll learn: The nutrient in egg yolks your liver needs to package fat and ship it out, and the research linking higher intake to about a 30% lower risk of fatty liver What happened to liver enzymes in a 12-week study when people with fatty liver added extra virgin olive oil The 24-week yogurt study that found reductions in liver fat, ALT, and fasting insulin How your gut acts like a control panel for your liver, and why the wrong breakfast may tell your body to store fat Why avocado may help flip your body from storing fat to burning it The ingredient I call the “multiplier,” and how to tell if yours is doing anything at all My grocery store trick for picking a better bottle of olive oil How long it may take to see changes in your liver labs If you’ve been eating “healthy” and still feel stuck, especially with belly fat, this episode may show you what’s missing. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet or health routine, especially if you’ve been diagnosed with a liver condition. FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi⁠⁠⁠   📚 Pre-order PRIME HUMAN & unlock exclusive bonuses! ⁠ Prime Human pre-orders⁠

I’ve been using FlexBeam for recovery, sleep, and gut health 🔥 Get 10% off here: www.benazadi.com/flexbeam. Code BENAZADI is already applied at checkout, so you don’t have to type it. 👊 Red light devices are everywhere right now, in masks, belts, boots, and even toothbrushes. Most of them can’t deliver a dose that does anything. In this episode, Bjørn Ekeberg explains how to tell the difference, the one feature to look for before you buy, and why using more red light can actually cancel out the benefits. Earlier this year, Scientific American ran a feature where researchers said device companies are giving red light therapy a bad name. One even suggested you just go outside instead. So is red light therapy overhyped, or are most people just using it wrong? In this episode, Bjørn Ekeberg, co-founder of Recharge Health and CEO of FlexBeam, joins me in person to break down what photobiomodulation actually does, which wavelengths reach deep into your tissue, why distance from a panel matters more than you think, and the red flags that separate real devices from expensive gadgets. Red light therapy has exploded in popularity, but a lot of what’s on the market doesn’t deliver what it promises. In this episode, Bjørn Ekeberg and I separate the science from the hype. Bjørn explains why the dose that reaches your skin matters more than how bright a device looks, and why consistency is what drives results. You’ll learn: What photobiomodulation actually does inside your cells and mitochondria The difference between red and near-infrared light, and which one can penetrate 2 to 3 inches into the body How much power a typical panel may lose just 10 inches away from your skin The wavelength ranges that matter most, and what happens beyond them Why a device with hundreds of LEDs may still be too weak to do anything The one feature that can help you spot an underpowered device A study Bjørn shares where ICU patients using red light left intensive care 30% faster FlexBeam’s published study on mitochondrial efficiency, and what changed in people with chronic fatigue after one month Why “more is better” is the biggest red light myth Who should be cautious, including with the thyroid, and when you need eye protection If you’re curious about red light therapy for energy, pain, recovery, sleep, or gut health, this episode will help you use it the right way and avoid wasting money. I’ve been using FlexBeam for recovery, sleep, and gut health 🔥 Get 10% off here: ⁠www.benazadi.com/flexbeam⁠. Code BENAZADI is already applied at checkout, so you don’t have to type it. 👊 About the Guest Bjørn Ekeberg is the co-founder of Recharge Health and the CEO of FlexBeam, a wearable red and near-infrared light therapy device. Based in Norway, he co-founded the company in 2019 with Dr. Julia Frost, a medical doctor who has worked for decades with light therapy and neurostimulation. Bjørn’s focus is on helping people get real outcomes from red light therapy through proper dosing, consistency, and clear protocols, and FlexBeam’s ambassadors and co-owners include several players from Norway’s national football team. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any new therapy, especially if you have a thyroid condition or another medical condition. FOLLOW BJØRN EKEBERG Website: Recharge Health | Official Website Personal Website: Dr. Bjorn | Official Website About Bjørn Ekeberg: CEO & Co-Founder of Recharge Health Instagram: Bjørn Ekeberg (@bjornekeberg) Instagram: FlexBeam (@theflexbeam) • Official Brand Profile YouTube: Recharge Health • YouTube Channel LinkedIn: Bjørn Ekeberg • LinkedIn Profile EXCLUSIVE OFFER: SAVE 10% ON FLEXBEAM! I’ve been using FlexBeam for recovery, sleep, and gut health 🔥 Get 10% off here: ⁠www.benazadi.com/flexbeam⁠. Code BENAZADI is already applied at checkout, so you don’t have to type it. 👊 FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi⁠⁠ Pre-order my new book Prime Human and unlock exclusive bonuses! → Prime Human pre-orders

Get Equip Foods Prime Protein for 20% off here: ⁠https://benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals/ ⁠(code AZADI automatically applied at checkout) Your kidneys can lose up to 80% of their function before you notice a single symptom. In this episode, I share the earliest sign your body may give you, why it can show up even when your labs look normal, and the 7-step protocol I teach to support your kidneys starting tomorrow morning. Kidney trouble doesn’t usually start with pain. It starts with quiet signals most people brush off. A little foam in the toilet. Puffy eyes in the morning. Waking up two or three times a night to pee. A strange metallic taste you can’t explain. By the time standard labs flag a problem, a lot of damage may already be done. In this episode, I walk through the 7 early warning signs, the root causes most people never connect to their kidneys, and what you can start doing today to give your kidneys the support they need. Most people assume their kidneys are fine as long as their labs come back normal. But kidney decline is often silent, and your body may be sending signals long before a lab test catches it. In this solo episode, I break down: The #1 early warning sign of kidney stress, and why you should pay attention to it first thing in the morning 7 warning signs most people ignore, from fatigue and puffy eyes to itchy skin and nighttime urination Why GFR may drop long after damage has already started The 5 root causes of kidney decline, including insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, high uric acid, and a common painkiller habit The hidden source of fructose that may be raising your uric acid (it’s not just soda) Why fasting insulin may tell you more than your blood sugar or A1C My 7-step kidney support protocol, including a simple morning drink, the fats I recommend, 4 optional supplements, and the “vitamin” that costs nothing Whether keto or high protein can hurt your kidneys, and how much water you actually need If you’ve been dealing with unexplained fatigue, swelling, or frequent nighttime bathroom trips, this episode will help you understand what your body might be trying to tell you. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you notice any of the symptoms discussed, talk to a qualified healthcare professional. Always consult your doctor before making changes to your diet, supplements, fasting, or health routine, especially if you have a kidney condition. FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi⁠⁠   📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: Metabolic Freedom: ⁠⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠⁠Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

Get Equip Foods Prime Protein for 20% off here: https://benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals/ (code AZADI automatically applied at checkout) That bottle of olive oil in your kitchen? It might be doing nothing for you. Or worse. In this episode, I share the 10-second test that tells you if your olive oil is real, the one way I refuse to use it, and the exact daily protocol I follow to support cortisol, blood sugar, and fat burning. If your olive oil goes down smooth, that’s a red flag. Most people think they’re doing something healthy every time they pour olive oil on a salad. But if it’s oxidized, cut with seed oils, or taken at the wrong time, you may be missing most of what makes it powerful. In this episode, I break down how the right olive oil, taken at the right time and paired with the right foods, may influence your insulin, cortisol, inflammation, and even your brain. And I’ll show you the simple test I want you to do with the olive oil in your pantry today. Olive oil is one of the most researched foods in the world. So why aren’t more people getting results from it? In this solo episode, I explain why the type, timing, and pairing of your olive oil matter more than most people realize. You’ll learn: How extra virgin olive oil may activate PPAR-alpha, a gene tied to fat burning, ketone production, and lower triglycerides Why one tablespoon before your largest meal was linked to glucose spikes up to 35% lower in a small study The truth about the “cortisol belly,” and how olive oil polyphenols may support your stress response and lower chronic inflammation The cooking oil study that tested 10 popular oils under high heat, and which ones produced the most harmful compounds The 4 biggest olive oil mistakes, and the one way I never use it The throat-burn taste test that tells you if your olive oil is loaded with polyphenols My one-day olive oil protocol, including my morning shot and an optional strategy if you wake up at 3 a.m. feeling wired and tired If you’re over 40 and struggling with belly fat, brain fog, low energy, or high cortisol, this episode will change the way you use olive oil. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health routine. FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠ Facebook: ⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠ TikTok: ⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠ Website: ⁠Ben Azadi⁠ 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: Metabolic Freedom: ⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

Get Equip Foods Prime Protein for 20% off here: ⁠https://benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals/ ⁠(code AZADI automatically applied at checkout) If you’ve followed every belly fat protocol perfectly and still can’t lose weight, the missing piece may have very little to do with food. It may be that your body doesn’t feel safe enough to let go. In this episode, Ben Azadi sits down with Josh Trent, host of the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast and creator of the Liberated Life Tribe, to explore the emotional side of stubborn weight and why so many people stall even when they do everything “right.” Josh went from 280 pounds to a decade as a personal trainer. He explains how a reverse breathing pattern can keep the nervous system braced for threat, and why he believes chronic stress makes it so hard to release old weight. He also shares what happened to his own HRV and resting heart rate during three months on retatrutide. Then he introduces emotional epigenetics, the idea that unconscious beliefs and emotional patterns can carry through families. If you know what to do but can’t seem to do it, Josh’s simple four-step model may show you exactly where you’re getting stuck.   About the Guest Josh Trent is the host of the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, which has published more than 850 episodes over 11 years, and creator of the Liberated Life Tribe. A former personal trainer who once weighed 280 pounds, Josh teaches breathwork, emotional intelligence and what he calls emotional epigenetics. Website: https://wellnessandwisdom.com Free community (Liberated Life Tribe): Self-Liberation Blueprint | Transform Your Identity Instagram: Josh Trent (REAL) (@joshtrentofficial) • Instagram profile YouTube: Wellness + Wisdom Podcast Podcast (Spotify): Wellness + Wisdom Podcast Podcast (Apple): Wellness + Wisdom Podcast Health DisclaimerThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health, diet, or medication. FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠ Facebook: ⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠ TikTok: ⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠ Website: ⁠Ben Azadi⁠ Ben’s Approved Products (Metabolic Freedom Podcast Sponsorship Deals ) - using this affiliate link helps support the show! Ben Azadi’s BooksKeto Flex: Get Keto Flex + Bonuses Metabolic Freedom: Get Metabolic Freedom

Get Equip Foods Prime Protein for 20% off here: ⁠https://benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals/ ⁠(code AZADI automatically applied at checkout) Why does losing belly fat become more challenging after 40, even with consistent exercise and calorie restriction? In this episode of The Ben Azadi Show, Ben Azadi welcomes fitness expert, author, and podcast host Doug Bopst for an in-depth conversation about the factors influencing fat loss, metabolic health, and body composition as we age. Together, they challenge conventional weight-loss strategies, exploring why simply eating less and exercising more may not always deliver sustainable results. The discussion examines the roles of insulin resistance, metabolic flexibility, muscle preservation, and hormonal responses in the body's ability to manage energy and stored fat. Ben and Doug also explore how fasting, meal timing, sleep quality, and stress management can influence metabolic health, emphasizing the importance of developing sustainable habits rather than relying exclusively on calorie restriction or intense exercise. Throughout the conversation, they offer practical insights into optimizing health after 40, highlighting the value of understanding individual metabolic needs and building a long-term approach to fat loss, physical performance, and overall well-being. ABOUT THE GUEST Doug Bopst is a fitness expert, author, motivational speaker, and host of The Adversity Advantage podcast, where he interviews leading experts and thought leaders on health, fitness, personal development, and overcoming adversity. Recognized for his personal transformation and commitment to helping others improve their lives, Doug combines his experience in fitness and coaching with a strong emphasis on discipline, resilience, and sustainable lifestyle changes. Through his work, Doug encourages individuals to overcome personal challenges, develop healthier habits, and pursue lasting improvements in physical and mental well-being. In this episode, he joins Ben Azadi to share his perspective on metabolic health, stubborn fat loss, nutrition, fasting, and the importance of adapting health strategies with age. Their discussion connects practical experience with emerging research to provide a more comprehensive understanding of sustainable weight management and long-term health. HEALTH DISCLAIMER The information shared in this episode is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. FOLLOW DOUG BOPST Website: Doug Bopst | Official Website About Doug | Personal Trainer, Author & Podcast Host Instagram: Doug Bopst (@dougbopst) YouTube: Doug Bopst (@dougbopst1) Podcast: The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠ Facebook: ⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠ TikTok: ⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠ Website: ⁠Ben Azadi⁠ 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: Metabolic Freedom: ⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

Get Equip Foods Prime Protein for 20% off here: ⁠https://benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals/ ⁠(code AZADI automatically applied at checkout) My friend Chris was doing one meal a day in a calorie deficit for years and still carried over 100 pounds of extra fat. I tripled his calories, stopped his fasting, and he lost 70 pounds in a few months. In this episode, Dr. David Jockers and I explain why your metabolism responds to signals, not math, and how to use keto and fasting without letting them backfire. Keto works. Fasting works. That's exactly why so many people end up overdoing them. There are two kinds of metabolic inflexibility. The first is the one 93% of Americans are stuck in: they can only burn sugar. But there's a second kind that hides inside the keto and fasting world. It's the person who's been in ketosis so long their body forgot how to handle carbs, and their hormones start paying the price. In this conversation, Dr. David Jockers and I break down how to get the benefits of ketosis without the drawbacks: why higher ketones aren't better, why the timing of your meals may matter more than you think, and why the most important fat-loss window happens while you're asleep. What if you've been doing keto "right," and that's exactly the problem? In this episode, Dr. David Jockers and I dig into ketosis as a metabolic process, not just a diet, and why most people never learned how to use it properly. We cover how to test ketones the right way, why chasing the highest number can be a mistake, and the blood ketone range I consider the sweet spot for fat loss and longevity. I explain the core idea behind Keto Flex: getting fat adapted first, then intentionally flexing in and out of ketosis. We get into what long-term strict keto may do to thyroid markers, testosterone, and cortisol, and what a proper flex day looks like (hint: it's not high carb and high fat at the same time). Then we get into fasting and meal timing. I share a study that changed my mind about breakfast, the one rule I'd make everyone follow if they took only one thing from this episode, and why the hours right after you fall asleep may matter more for fat loss than your time in the gym. Plus: the two biggest keto mistakes I see, why your liver might be the real reason fat "doesn't agree with you," a client who lost about 70 pounds after pausing his 5 AM workouts, and why tripling someone's calories helped him lose weight. If you've tried keto or fasting and hit a wall, this one will change how you approach them. FOLLOW DR. DAVID JOCKERSWebsite: Dr. Jockers | Functional Nutrition & Natural HealthHomeAbout Dr. Jockers: About Dr. David JockersAbout Dr. JockersInstagram: Dr. David Jockers (@drjockers)Dr David Jockers DC, DNM, MS (@drjockers) • Instagram profileYouTube: Dr. David JockersDr David Jockers Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, exercise, or health routine, especially if you have diabetes or take medication. FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileFacebook: Ben Azadi, FDN-PTikTok: Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTokLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadiWebsite: Ben Azadi 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:Metabolic Freedom: Metabolic FreedomKeto Flex: Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

Get 10% off Lineage Provisions with code FREEDOM10 at ⁠https://bit.ly/4hM7tQ6⁠ Get Equip Foods Prime Protein for 20% off here: ⁠https://benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals/ ⁠(code AZADI automatically applied at checkout) Eat less, move more. It's what almost every doctor tells you, and research suggests most people who rely on it regain the weight within a few years. Dr. Paul Saladino and I tier rank exercise, nutrition, supplements, sleep, and biohacks to show what actually moves the needle on visceral fat, and why your hunger may be the real problem. Eat less. Move more. It's the advice almost everyone gets when the doctor says their waistline is too big. And it can work, for a while. Then the weight comes back, often with extra. Dr. Paul Saladino argues that's because calorie counting ignores the real question: why are you so hungry in the first place? His answer starts in a small part of your brain that controls whether you feel full, and what the modern food supply may be doing to it. In this episode, Paul and I build a 30-day plan for losing visceral fat, the hard, round belly fat wrapped around your organs. We rank exercise, foods, supplements, sleep habits, and biohacks from S tier to D tier. Some of the rankings surprised even me. You can't pinch visceral fat. It sits around your organs, drains straight to your liver, and Dr. Paul Saladino calls it the center of insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction. In this episode, Paul and I break down what visceral fat is, how it forms when your body runs out of room to store fat safely, and the simple, inexpensive lab test both of us think everyone should get, even if your blood sugar looks normal. Then we put everything to the test with a tier list. We rank exercise for visceral fat, from post-meal walks to marathon running, and Paul shares why he used to run ultramarathons and wouldn't recommend chronic cardio now. We also respectfully disagree on fasted training. On nutrition, Paul explains how he went from carnivore to animal-based to what he calls "Food For Humans," why he believes calories are a psyop, and how processed foods may disrupt the part of your brain that tells you you're full. He also shares his view on GLP-1 medications: what they do well, and the side effect that worries him most. Plus, Paul ranks creatine, magnesium, vitamin D, fish oil, and berberine, explains why light flicker at night may be hurting your sleep, and tells us why he won't eat at restaurants with LED lighting. If you want to lose stubborn belly fat without white-knuckling your way through another diet, this is one to watch. Try Lineage Provisions: benazadi.com/lineage Code: FREEDOM10 About the Guest Dr. Paul Saladino is a board-certified medical doctor who worked as a physician assistant in cardiology before medical school and completed his residency at the University of Washington. After using a carnivore diet to address his own eczema, he became one of the most recognized voices in the carnivore and animal-based nutrition space and wrote The Carnivore Code. He left formal medical practice to focus on asking "why" about chronic disease, and is behind Lineage Provisions, the upcoming book Food For Humans, and Mr. Tallow's, a healthy fast food restaurant coming to Austin, Texas. FOLLOW DR. PAUL SALADINO Instagram: Dr. Paul Saladino (@paulsaladinomd) YouTube: Paul Saladino MD • YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@Paulsaladinomd Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, exercise, supplements, or medications. FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileFacebook: Ben Azadi, FDN-PTikTok: Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTokLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadiWebsite: Ben Azadi 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:Metabolic Freedom: Metabolic FreedomKeto Flex: Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

Would you rather be 90 with a billion dollars, or 20 with your health, your relationships, and your whole life ahead of you? Most people answer that instantly. Then they spend their lives living the opposite way. Alex and I break down the five types of wealth and why chasing only one of them could leave you rich and empty at the same time. When you hear the word wealth, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Money. For almost everyone. But money is just one of five types of wealth, and it's not the biggest one. You can hit your financial goals and still be broke in time, health, relationships, and peace of mind. Alex knows this firsthand. He was building a business, traveling across the country, and working nonstop "for the family." Then his marriage ended. In this episode, we talk about what real wealth looks like, why reaching your goal can still feel empty, and how to stop climbing a mountain you never really wanted to be on. What if you're chasing the wrong kind of rich? In this episode, Alex and I break down the five types of wealth from Sahil Bloom's book: time, social, mental, physical, and financial wealth. Most people only measure one of them. And when money becomes the only scoreboard, everything else quietly starts to fall apart. Alex opens up about the moment he realized he'd prioritized business so hard that his marriage paid the price, and what he does differently now. We get into why money is like a magnifying glass, why reaching a big goal can feel strangely empty, and the definition of success that completely changed how I think about goals. We also talk about the question that makes everything clear: would you trade places with a 90-year-old billionaire? Plus, why I believe in dying with zero, the biggest regret people are likely to have at 80, and the story of a single conversation that almost stopped Bob Proctor before he ever started. Alex also shares how he got turned down by 30 to 40 investors before raising $1.45 million, and why the next wedding photo, business milestone, or number in your bank account isn't where the wealth actually lives. If you're an entrepreneur, a high achiever, or someone who's hit the goal and still feels like something is missing, this one's for you. FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileFacebook: Ben Azadi, FDN-PTikTok: Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTokLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadiWebsite: Ben Azadi 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:Metabolic Freedom: Metabolic FreedomKeto Flex: Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

You're eating clean, exercising, and trying to sleep on time, but that round, hard belly won't budge. In this episode, I share the exact 7-day plan I'd follow if I had one week to start reversing cortisol belly. Almost every step is free, and none of them involve working harder. You're eating clean. You're working out. You're going to bed on time. And the belly still won't budge. Here's something most people don't know: the area around your vital organs has about three times as many cortisol receptors as other parts of your body. So when you're chronically stressed, your body may be far more likely to store fat right there, around your belly. Alex learned this the hard way. Two weeks off after eye surgery, a little travel, a few extra sweets, and he could literally feel the inflammation in his belly. With his wedding less than 45 days away, he asked me one question: if you only had 7 days, what would you do? This episode is my answer. Why does belly fat stick around even when you feel like you're doing everything right? In this episode, Alex and I break down cortisol belly: what it is, why it's different from the fat you can pinch, and why your body may hold onto visceral fat when it thinks it's under threat. Your body can't tell the difference between a tiger chasing you and stress from your finances, your commute, or a late-night argument. To your body, it's all a threat, and threats tell it to store fat. So the goal isn't to fight harder. It's to change the signal. I walk through a simple 7-day plan where you stack one new habit each day, starting with the change I believe has the biggest impact on your deep sleep. We talk about why scrolling first thing in the morning and watching intense shows before bed could be working against you, and the "palate cleanse" trick my wife and I use at night. I also share the four daily habits I'd keep if I had to simplify everything. Alex gets real about how wedding stress, poor deep sleep, and a few weeks off track showed up in his body. I share what happened to my own stress levels after a few days of eating off-plan in Mexico. We also get into why more workouts, more restriction, and more fasting can sometimes make things worse, and why getting good at the "get back" matters more than avoiding setbacks. If you're dealing with stubborn belly fat, high stress, or poor sleep, start here. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health routine. FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileFacebook: Ben Azadi, FDN-PTikTok: Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTokLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadiWebsite: Ben Azadi 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:Metabolic Freedom: Metabolic FreedomKeto Flex: Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

What if your weight, hunger, sleep, and belly fat aren't controlled by food alone? Dr. Eric Berg joins Ben Azadi to reveal how the environment around you can influence your metabolism, insulin, stress, sleep, movement, dopamine, and even your relationship with food. From the cues in your kitchen to the light you see at night, the amount of time you spend sitting, and how often you check your phone, your daily environment may be shaping your health more than you realize. Dr. Eric Berg joins Ben Azadi to explore a bigger question: What if changing your environment is just as important as changing your diet? Drawing from his new book Change Your Environments, Dr. Berg explains how modern life can create constant triggers for eating, sedentary behavior, poor sleep, stress, distraction, and isolation. He shares why environmental cues can drive eating even when you're not physically hungry, how repeated insulin spikes can interfere with fat burning, and why morning sunlight and consistent sleep timing can be powerful environmental inputs. The conversation also explores movement and physical work, the hidden cost of constantly checking your phone, loneliness as a threat signal, chemical exposure, indoor air quality, liver fat, and the nutrients Dr. Berg believes are important to consider. Rather than focusing on one isolated habit, the episode looks at how multiple environmental factors can stack together and influence metabolic health, stress, recovery, and everyday behavior. Dr. Eric Berg is a chiropractor, health educator, and longtime health content creator with approximately 40 years of experience in practice. He is known for his large health-focused online audience and joins Ben to discuss his new book, Change Your Environments. In this conversation, Dr. Berg shares his perspective on how food cues, light, sleep, movement, technology, social connection, chemical exposure, and nutrition can influence the environment in which our health decisions take place. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health, diet, or medication. GET DR.BERG BOOK 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:  Metabolic Freedom: ⁠⁠⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠⁠⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Get KetoFlex + Bonuses⁠   FOLLOW DR. ERIC BERG Website: Dr. Berg Dr. Berg – Keto, Fasting & Natural Health EducationAbout Dr. Berg: Who Is Dr. Berg? Health Educator & AuthorInstagram: Dr. Eric Berg DC (@drericberg) YouTube: Dr. Eric Berg DC FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi⁠⁠⁠

Your blood sugar can look perfectly normal for up to 14 years while insulin resistance quietly builds underneath. Dave Asprey and I get into why most doctors never test for it, why the restaurant "tallow fries" you ordered may not be what you think, and what happened to my cholesterol, gut bacteria, and inflammation markers after 90 straight days of carnivore. 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy. In 2018, that number was 88%. It's getting worse, not better. And most people won't find out until years after the damage starts, because the test that could catch it early usually isn't ordered. There's no medication for high insulin, so why check? In this conversation, Dave Asprey and I go after the things that keep people stuck as sugar burners: high insulin, seed oils hiding in "healthy" menu items, oxalates in so-called superfoods, and the idea that your metabolism slows down just because you got older. Spoiler: a 6,800-person study says otherwise. What if your labs look fine and you're still years into a metabolic problem? In this episode, I sit down with biohacker Dave Asprey to talk about why so many people are stuck burning sugar, and what it takes to get your metabolic flexibility back. We start with insulin, the marker most doctors skip, and why a fasting insulin over 6 may be a warning sign even when your glucose and A1C look normal. Dave and I also break down why high insulin, not salt, may be what's pushing your blood pressure up. From there, we get into seed oils and why "high smoke point" doesn't mean what most people think. A study on cooking oils found that the oils with the highest smoke points produced the most harmful polar compounds, while one oil most people are told not to cook with produced the least. Dave and I don't fully agree on this one, and that's part of the fun. I also share the results of my 90-day carnivore experiment, including full blood work, stool tests, and a review from a heart surgeon. My total cholesterol went from 300 to 450. What the rest of my markers showed may surprise you. Dave shares his own carnivore experiment, which went very differently, and we talk about where the upper limit should be. Plus: how Dave gave himself gout in three days, why almond flour gave me recurring styes, the right way to think about gut diversity, and why your metabolism isn't fast or slow, it's efficient or inefficient. If you care about insulin resistance, seed oils, keto, carnivore, fasting, gut health, or longevity, this one's for you. About Dave Asprey Dave Asprey is a biohacker, entrepreneur, and host of The Human Upgrade podcast. He founded Bulletproof and wrote The Bulletproof Diet, one of the first major books to bring intermittent fasting and keto to a mainstream audience. He's also the author of Heavily Meditated and the founder of Danger Coffee, and he's involved with Upgrade Labs. After losing 50 pounds in three months on keto, Dave spent the next decade experimenting to lose the last 50. That journey shaped his data-driven approach to metabolic flexibility, longevity, and biohacking. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, exercise, supplements, or health routine. FOLLOW DAVE ASPREY Website: Dave Asprey | Official Website About Dave Asprey: Biohacking, Longevity & Human Performance Instagram: Dave Asprey (@dave.asprey) YouTube: Dave Asprey FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileFacebook: Ben Azadi, FDN-PTikTok: Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTokLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadiWebsite: Ben Azadi 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:Metabolic Freedom: Metabolic FreedomKeto Flex: Get KetoFlex + Bonuses

What if the goal of keto isn't to stay in ketosis forever, but to become flexible enough to move in and out of it? What if your metabolism isn't simply “fast” or “slow,” but adaptable or inflexible? Dylan Gemelli joins Ben Azadi to challenge the idea that metabolic health requires following one rigid diet forever. They break down ketosis, fasting, protein, meal timing, sleep, and the “kitchen closed” rule, while explaining why becoming metabolically flexible may matter more than staying in ketosis year-round. Keto doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing lifestyle. In this episode, Dylan Gemelli joins Ben Azadi to explore metabolic flexibility and why the ability to switch between different fuel sources may be more important than constantly chasing ketosis. Dylan shares how his approach to keto, fasting, protein, and metabolic health has evolved over the years, including why he no longer believes everyone should remain in ketosis continuously. The conversation dives into the role of insulin, fasting, protein intake, carbohydrates, meal timing, and sleep, including Dylan's “kitchen closed” rule: finishing food at least three hours before bed. Ben and Dylan also discuss why late-night eating may affect metabolic health differently than eating earlier in the day, why protein can influence hunger and nighttime cravings, and how better sleep can support the body's ability to recover and regulate appetite. The bigger message is simple: instead of becoming attached to one protocol, learn how to make your metabolism more adaptable. Health Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting, exercise, or health routine. 🎧 Listen or watch the full episode: Metabolic Flexibility: How To Burn Fat, Improve Energy, And Break Free From Metabolic Dysfunction | The Ben Azadi Show #1383 Dylan Gemelli is a health and fitness educator focused on metabolic health, nutrition, ketosis, fasting, and lifestyle strategies. His approach has evolved beyond rigid keto protocols toward a more flexible model that emphasizes metabolic adaptability and individualized nutrition. To learn more about Dylan Gemelli and his work:  Website: ⁠www.dylangemelli.com⁠  Podcast: ⁠The Dylan Gemelli Podcast⁠ FOLLOW BEN AZADI Website: ⁠www.BenAzadi.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠@TheBenAzadi⁠ Facebook: ⁠@TheBenAzadi⁠ TikTok: ⁠@TheBenAzadi⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠@BenAzadi⁠ YouTube: ⁠Ben Azadi⁠ BEN AZADI'S BOOKS Keto Flex: ⁠Get Keto Flex + Bonuses⁠ Metabolic Freedom: ⁠Get Metabolic Freedom

What if the next step in your health journey isn't another complicated protocol, but understanding how your body responds to light, energy, and the right environment? Red light therapy and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF) have become increasingly popular in conversations around longevity and regenerative health. But how do these technologies actually work, and what should you look for when evaluating them? In this episode, Ben Azadi sits down with filmmaker and researcher Jonathan Otto to explore the ideas and research surrounding red light, PEMF, mitochondria, ATP, inflammation, cellular signaling, and the body's regenerative processes. Jonathan shares how he evaluates different devices, including the measurements and testing methods he uses to better understand what a device is actually producing. The conversation also explores different wavelengths and frequencies, how these technologies may be combined, and why foundational health habits still matter alongside emerging technologies. Ben and Jonathan also discuss the potential applications of red light and PEMF in areas such as eyesight, mitochondrial function, circulation, and recovery, while exploring a broader question: how much regenerative potential does the human body already have? This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health, diet, or medication. 🎧 Listen or watch the full episode:Jumper Cables for Your Mitochondria: How PEMF & Red Light Tackle Inflammation, Hashimoto's, Poor Sleep & Stubborn Belly Fat | Jonathan Otto #1382 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:  Metabolic Freedom: ⁠⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get KetoFlex + Bonuses FOLLOW JONATHAN OTTO Website: Jonathan Otto | Official Website About Jonathan Otto: Filmmaker, Journalist & Humanitarian Instagram: Jonathan Otto (@jonno.otto) Linktree: Jonathan Otto | Official Links FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi⁠⁠

What if the life you’re living isn’t wrong, but simply no longer fits who you’re becoming? Sometimes transformation isn’t about fixing a broken life. It’s about recognizing when your habits, routines, relationships, or expectations no longer align with the person you’re becoming. In this episode, Ben Azadi shares five signs that you may have outgrown an older version of yourself, from chronic complaining and waking up with dread to feeling uninspired, living for the weekend, and relying on routines that numb rather than fulfill you. Ben also explores why waiting for “things to settle down” can keep you stuck, how other people’s expectations can influence the life you choose, and why giving yourself permission to change may be the first step toward living more intentionally. Health Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health, diet, or medication.   Ben's Upcoming Keynotes: ⁠https://benazadi.com/events/⁠   📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: Metabolic Freedom: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠⁠⁠⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get KetoFlex + Bonuses   FOLLOW BEN AZADIWebsite: ⁠⁠www.BenAzadi.com⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠@‌TheBenAzadi⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠@‌TheBenAzadi⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠Ben Azadi

Your morning doesn't need to be complicated to make a difference. In this Transformation Tuesday episode, Ben Azadi breaks down three simple habits to prioritize after waking: light before screens, water before coffee, and protein before carbs. Ben explains why the order of your morning routine matters and how small, consistent changes can influence your energy, cravings, eating decisions, and overall daily routine. He also addresses three common mistakes: reaching for your phone immediately, drinking caffeine before hydrating, and starting your first meal with carbohydrates without enough protein. The goal isn't perfection. Ben encourages listeners to choose one habit, practice it consistently for seven days, and then build on it with the next. Health Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health, diet, or medication. Ben's Upcoming Keynotes: https://benazadi.com/events/ 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: Metabolic Freedom: ⁠⁠⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠⁠⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠⁠⁠Ben Azadi introduces the revised edition of Keto Flex⁠⁠ FOLLOW BEN AZADIWebsite: ⁠www.BenAzadi.com⁠Instagram: ⁠@‌TheBenAzadi⁠Facebook: ⁠@‌TheBenAzadi⁠ Youtube: Ben Azadi

After decades of food addiction, extreme diets, and constantly chasing weight loss, Robin Switzer discovered that the real breakthrough wasn’t another diet. It was understanding what was happening inside her body. In this episode, Robin shares her journey from Atkins and low-carb dieting to keto, and how that path eventually led her to KetoCon and Hack Your Health. She also explains why different health tools can work for different people, and why the goal should be better health, not simply a lower number on the scale. 🎧 Listen the full episode:40 Years of Food Addiction: What Finally Changed | Robin Switzer #1379 I’ll see you at Hack Your Health! 🥑 Get your tickets here and use code FREEDOM for $100 off: https://bit.ly/3TBp3OK 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: Metabolic Freedom: ⁠⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi introduces the revised edition of Keto Flex⁠ FOLLOW ROBIN SWITZER Website: Hack Your Health https://hackyourhealth.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com About Robin Switzer | Hack Your Health Coaching https://hackyourhealthcoaching.com/about?utm_source=chatgpt.com Instagram: Robin Switzer (@therobinswitzer) • https://www.instagram.com/therobinswitzer/?utm_source=chatgpt.com FOLLOW BEN AZADIWebsite: www.BenAzadi.comInstagram: @‌TheBenAzadiFacebook: @‌TheBenAzadi Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ketokamp

How many times have you told yourself, “I’ll start Monday”? Ben Azadi challenges the idea that you need the perfect plan, the perfect timing, or the perfect version of yourself before you can make a change. In this episode, he breaks down why waiting to feel ready can keep you stuck and why imperfect action is often the fastest path forward. Using the story of two ship captains, Ben explains the difference between planning endlessly and actually moving. The captain who starts imperfectly can see when he’s off course and make adjustments along the way. The lesson is simple: you can’t course-correct a ship that never leaves the harbor. Ben also explores the “what the hell effect” and how one setback can turn into an entire week, month, or even years of abandoning your goals. The setback itself may be small. It’s the story you tell yourself afterward that creates the real damage. Instead of waiting until Monday, Ben encourages you to start right now, focus on one or two changes at a time, stop protecting fragile streaks, and count your comebacks instead. Because it’s not about the setback. It’s about the get back. 🎧 Listen or watch the full episode:It’s Not Too Late: Stop Waiting for Perfect and Start Changing Your Life | #1378 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: **Metabolic Freedom: ⁠⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi introduces the revised edition of Keto Flex⁠⁠ FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@KetoKamp Website: ⁠⁠Home - Ben Azadi⁠⁠

Walking might be one of the most underrated tools for improving your health, longevity, and quality of life. In this episode of The Ben Azadi Show, Ben breaks down why walking is far more powerful than most people give it credit for, from supporting metabolic health and fitness to helping maintain independence as we age. He also shares six simple ways to make walking a bigger part of your daily routine, including walking after meals, trying Japanese walking intervals, adding resistance, getting outside early in the day, moving throughout the day instead of obsessing over 10,000 steps, and occasionally walking without headphones. You don't need a complicated workout or expensive equipment to start moving more. Sometimes, the simplest habits can have the biggest impact. 🎧 Listen or watch the full episode:The Life-Changing Power of Walking: Live Longer, Feel Healthier & Be Happier | #1377 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS: Metabolic Freedom: ⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠ Keto Flex: ⁠Ben Azadi introduces the revised edition of Keto Flex⁠ FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠ Facebook: ⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠ TikTok: ⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi⁠ Website: ⁠Home - Ben Azadi⁠

What if the stem cell treatment you’re paying thousands of dollars for doesn’t actually contain the viable, functional stem cells you think it does? In this episode of The Ben Azadi Show, Ben sits down with Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, who has spent more than 20 years manufacturing cell therapies, holds patents in the field, and has been involved in FDA clinical trials. Dr. Gonzalez shares a surprising estimate based on the cell samples he has tested: only about 5% may contain viable, functional stem cells. He explains why sourcing the cells is only the beginning. The processing, freezing, thawing, storage, and administration of stem cells can dramatically affect their viability. He also breaks down what can happen when cells die and why proper handling matters when these therapies are administered to patients. The conversation explores what consumers may actually be receiving when they purchase stem cell treatments, the importance of cell viability, and why the science and manufacturing process behind these therapies deserves far more attention. Dr. Gonzalez also explains how his team approaches cell preservation and clinical testing, including why even their own clinical studies typically achieve around 88–89% viability. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the science of cell therapy and raises an important question: Do you really know what’s inside the stem cell treatment you’re paying for? 🎧 Listen the full episode:The Hidden Problem With Stem Cell Therapy Nobody Is Talking About | Rafael Gonzalez #1376 GET YOUR TICKETSGet your ticket to hear Ben speak at this year's ISSCA 126 Regenerative Medicine Global Summit here: benazadi.com/events FOLLOW DR. RAFAEL GONZALES Website: ⁠RESTEM | Regenerative Medicine & Cell-Based Therapeutics https://www.restem.com/about ⁠About Dr. Rafael Gonzales https://www.a4m.com/rafael-gonzalez.html Instagram: ⁠Dr. Rafael Gonzales (@drgonzalezphd) • https://www.instagram.com/drgonzalezphd/ 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:Metabolic Freedom: ⁠Metabolic Freedom⁠Keto Flex: ⁠Ben Azadi introduces the revised edition of Keto Flex⁠ FOLLOW BEN AZADI Instagram: ⁠Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profile⁠ Facebook: ⁠Ben Azadi, FDN-P⁠ TikTok: ⁠Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTok⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@KetoKamp Website: ⁠Home - Ben Azadi

Most people plan for how long they’ll live. Far fewer think about how long they’ll actually be healthy, mobile, sharp, and able to enjoy it. In this episode, Ben Azadi and Alex Montalenti break down the gap between lifespan and healthspan, and reveal how much usable time can disappear into sleep, work, chores, driving, screens, and everyday obligations. They uncover the seven biggest “thieves” stealing your time and explain why retirement shouldn’t be about waiting until later to finally enjoy your life. The goal is to build a life worth continuing to live, while you still have the energy and vitality to enjoy it. This episode is a powerful reminder that time isn’t just something to manage. It’s something to consciously spend. FOLLOW BEN AZADI Website: ⁠www.BenAzadi.com⁠  Instagram: ⁠@TheBenAzadi⁠  Facebook: ⁠@TheBenAzadi⁠ TikTok: ⁠@TheBenAzadi⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠@BenAzadi⁠  YouTube: ⁠Ben Azadi⁠ BEN AZADI'S BOOKS Keto Flex: ⁠Get Keto Flex + Bonuses⁠ Metabolic Freedom: ⁠Get Metabolic Freedom

Ben and Alex Montalenti talk about a simpler way to improve your health without getting caught up in complicated routines, endless supplements, or whatever the latest health trend happens to be. They break down five simple signals that can have a real impact: getting natural light in the morning, stopping food three hours before bed, prioritizing protein, taking a 10-minute walk after your biggest meal, and paying attention to the everyday habits that affect how your body is functioning. You don’t need another 22-step routine to improve your health. The focus here is on getting back to the basics and doing a few things consistently. Instead of constantly looking for the next health hack, this episode is about keeping things simple, sticking with the fundamentals, and giving those habits enough time to actually work. FOLLOW BEN AZADI Website: www.BenAzadi.comInstagram: @TheBenAzadiFacebook: @TheBenAzadiTikTok: @TheBenAzadiLinkedIn: @BenAzadiYouTube: Ben Azadi BEN AZADI'S BOOKS Keto Flex: ⁠Get Keto Flex + Bonuses Metabolic Freedom: Get Metabolic Freedom

What if your biological age doesn't tell the whole story? In this episode, Ben sits down with Dr. Will Cole, leading functional medicine expert and co-author of Heal Your Cells (written with Dr. Josh Axe), to explore why aging may be far more individualized than a single biological-age number suggests. They discuss research showing that different organs can age at different rates, why some cells within the same organ may age unevenly, and how deeper testing could reveal vulnerabilities that standard bloodwork may overlook. Dr. Cole also explains how he approaches functional lab testing, environmental toxins, chronic stress, sleep, nutrition, and other factors that influence how the body ages. He shares what he wishes he had known before losing his father to a cardiovascular event and why looking beyond standard reference ranges can provide a more personalized picture of health. They also break down a promising 12-week pilot study that reported nearly six years of biological-age reversal through a combination of personalized nutrition, botanicals, stress reduction, sleep optimization, and physical activity, while emphasizing why larger randomized controlled trials are still needed. This conversation is ultimately about moving from simply measuring age to understanding how your body is actually aging and where you have the greatest opportunity to intervene. 📚 Heal Your Cells releases September 8. If you're listening on release day, it's out tomorrow:Get Heal Your Cells: Heal Your Cells: Reversing the Irreversible--A Proven Plan to Heal Faster, Reclaim Energy, and Unlock Longevity FOLLOW DR. WILL COLEWebsite: Dr. Will Cole | Functional Medicine PractitionerAbout Dr. Cole: About Dr. Will ColeInstagram: Dr. Will Cole (@drwillcole) • Instagram profile 📚 GET BEN'S BOOKS:Metabolic Freedom: Metabolic FreedomKeto Flex: Ben Azadi introduces the revised edition of Keto Flex FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileFacebook: Ben Azadi, FDN-PTikTok: Ben Azadi - Metabolic Freedom on TikTokLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadiWebsite: Home - Ben Azadi

What if losing weight isn't the first step to getting healthy? In this episode, Ben joins Jesse Chappus to challenge the idea that excess weight is the root problem. Ben explains why he sees weight as a symptom of deeper metabolic dysfunction and shares the approach that helped him lose 80 pounds of fat in nine months after years of struggling with obesity. They break down why simply eating less and exercising more can become a frustrating cycle, how inflammation and hormones influence metabolic health, and why focusing on whole foods instead of ultra-processed foods is a powerful place to start. Ben also explains why eliminating constant snacking, building and preserving lean muscle, prioritizing protein, and supporting recovery all play a role in maintaining a healthy metabolism. He shares insights from the landmark 2021 Science study led by Dr. Herman Pontzer, which analyzed more than 6,400 people across 29 countries, including what it revealed about metabolic changes across adulthood and the role of muscle mass later in life. The conversation also explores creatine, protein intake, carbohydrates, insulin, and the importance of looking beyond the number on the scale. The bigger message is simple: don't make weight the only metric you care about. Build metabolic health first, and let the results follow. 📚 Get Ben's books:Metabolic FreedomKetoFlex FOLLOW BEN AZADIInstagram: Ben Azadi (@thebenazadi) • Instagram profileYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KetoKampWebsite: Home - Ben Azadi Follow Jesse Chappus:Website: The -[p Chappus ShowPodcast: The Jesse Chappus Show, available on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessechappusshow/

What if the reason keto isn't working for you has less to do with the diet itself; and more to do with your liver, your fats, and how well your body adapts to stress? In this episode, Ben chats with nurse practitioner, bestselling author, and host of the Everyday Wellness podcast Cynthia Thurlow to break down why keto fails so many women, and what to do about it. They dive into the two biggest culprits behind keto struggles: a backed-up liver that isn't producing healthy bile, and consuming the wrong types of fats that drive inflammation instead of healing. From simple bile-boosting strategies like bitter foods, apple cider vinegar, and ox bile supplementation to swapping processed seed oils for stable fats like butter, ghee, and beef tallow, Ben and Cynthia cover practical steps that can make a ketogenic approach actually work, especially for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. They also explore why chronic cortisol activation could be sabotaging your results, how to use heart rate variability and blood glucose testing to know if fasting is helping or hurting you, and why the concept of "keto flexing", intentionally cycling in and out of ketosis with strategic feast days—may be the missing piece for long-term metabolic flexibility. No rigid protocols. No one-size-fits-all approach. Just smarter strategies that meet your body where it is. To learn more about Cynthia Thurlow and her work: Website: cynthiathurlow.com Instagram: @cynthia_thurlow_ FOLLOW BEN AZADI Website: www.BenAzadi.comInstagram: @TheBenAzadiFacebook: @TheBenAzadiTikTok: @TheBenAzadiLinkedIn: @BenAzadiYouTube: Ben Azadi BEN AZADI'S BOOKS Keto Flex: Get Keto Flex + Bonuses Metabolic Freedom: Get Metabolic Freedom

What if improving your metabolism has less to do with complicated protocols—and more to do with the small choices you make every day? In this episode, Ben chats with health and biohacking expert Dylan Gemelli to dive into some of the fundamentals that matter most: sunlight, gut health, fasting, ketosis, food order, glucose, and movement. From eating protein first, fat second, and carbs last to taking a simple 10-minute walk after a meal, Ben and Dylan discuss practical strategies that can help you better understand and support your metabolism. No complicated protocols. Just better information and simple actions you can actually apply. To learn more about Dylan Gemelli and his work:  Website: www.dylangemelli.com  Podcast: The Dylan Gemelli Podcast FOLLOW BEN AZADI Website: www.BenAzadi.comInstagram: @TheBenAzadiFacebook: @TheBenAzadiTikTok: @TheBenAzadiLinkedIn: @BenAzadiYouTube: Ben Azadi BEN AZADI'S BOOKS Keto Flex: Get Keto Flex + Bonuses Metabolic Freedom: Get Metabolic Freedom

 Book Mentioned in This Episode:The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles What happens when you feed your mind the same message every single day for a year? For 365 days, Ben read or listened to the same three chapters from The Science of Getting Rich. Over that year, he watched so many areas of his life change—his relationships, marriage, health, mindset, gratitude, and wealth. Ben doesn’t believe the book magically created those results. It changed the way he thought, and that changed the way he lived. In this episode, Ben breaks down the three chapters, why he read them in that exact order, and how repetition can reshape your mindset, habits, gratitude, relationships, health, and approach to wealth. He also shares the 90-day challenge he wants you to try.  Listen or watch the full episode:I Read the Same 3 Chapters Every Day for 365 Days — Here's What Happened | The Ben Azadi Show #1369 FOLLOW BEN AZADI:  Website:BenAzadi.com  Instagram:@thebenazadi  TikTok:@thebenazadi  LinkedIn:Ben Azadi  YouTube:Keto Kamp BEN AZADI’S BOOKS Keto FlexGet Keto Flex + Bonuses Metabolic FreedomGet Metabolic Freedom

Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → ketoflexbook.com It’s not too late to change your health. In this episode, Alex Montalenti came back to the show to review what changed in his bloodwork over just 90 days. We broke down his nutrition, training, sleep, inflammation, and the simple habits that helped move his health markers in the right direction. What I love about Alex’s story is that he didn’t need to completely change his life overnight. He made better choices consistently, took responsibility for what he was putting into his body, and started seeing the results. Your health can change at any age. It starts with the choices you make today. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → benazadi.com

Visit Stephen's Website Here: http://revivewellnesscompany.com/ 📘 Ben's book Keto Flex is out now. Grab it and claim your free bonuses → ⁠https://ketoflexbook.com⁠ For years, I thought my lower back pain was something I simply had to live with. I tried everything from chiropractic care and acupuncture to red light therapy, inversion tables, braces, and more. Nothing addressed why the pain kept coming back. Then I met Stephen Shin. In this episode, we talk about what actually changed for me, why movement and breathing matter, and why getting to the root cause can completely change the way you approach pain and strength. If you've dealt with chronic back pain, I think this conversation will give you a completely different perspective. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → ⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals⁠ Ben's website → ⁠http://www.benazadi.com

Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM For years, I thought my health struggles were just genetics. Then I realized I had to take responsibility. That shift changed how I ate, moved, thought, and ultimately lived. Nine months later, I had lost 80 pounds. In this conversation with Dr. Daniel Pompa, we go deeper into the mindset shift that changed everything and how pain can become purpose. That purpose became my mission: helping others find metabolic freedom. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

📘 Ben's book Keto Flex is out now. Grab it and claim your free bonuses → https://ketoflexbook.com You might be tracking your heart rate, but are you tracking HRV? In this episode, Ben Azadi and Alex Montalenti break down what heart rate variability can tell you about stress, recovery, and how well your body is adapting. What we get into: Why HRV is a powerful marker for understanding your nervous system and recovery. How to find your personal baseline and why you shouldn't compare your number to someone else's. Why the goal isn't to avoid stress, but to apply stress, recover, and adapt. The everyday habits that can impact HRV, from sleep and exercise to late-night eating, alcohol, and recovery. How to use HRV to know when to push yourself and when it's time to slow down. The other key markers worth tracking, including resting heart rate, deep sleep, REM sleep, and VO2 max. One line to remember: Test, don't guess. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

A lot of people are now feeling "old" symptoms in their 20s and 30s fatigue, brain fog, slower recovery, decades before their parents ever did. What's actually happening inside your cells before you can even feel it? By the time you notice it, your mitochondria have already been quietly losing power for years. In this episode, I sit down with neuroscientist Dr. Siobhan (PhD in Neuroscience, 25 years researching mitochondria) to break down why aging is really happening at the cellular level, and what you can do about it starting today. Why symptoms that used to show up in your 50s, 60s, and 70s are now showing up in your 20s and 30s What's really happening when your mitochondria "stop working as well" — and why that hits your brain and muscles first The real reason you can't train, eat, or bounce back the way you did in your 20s Why mitochondria act like the "CEO" of your cells — controlling everything from energy production to your immune response The surprising truth about mitochondrial DNA: you only inherit it from your mother, and a single egg can carry over 700,000 mitochondria How oxidative stress from your mitochondria drives nearly every hallmark of aging — DNA damage, inflammation, and more The hidden link between dopamine hits (social media, processed food) and accelerated brain aging Why motivation naturally fades as you age — and how it traces directly back to mitochondrial energy production The top 3–5 habits silently destroying your mitochondria (and the ones that protect them) Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Remember this: Your mitochondria don't just power your cells — they decide how long, and how well, you actually live. Use code BEN10 for 10% off at https://bit.ly/4xK1imd. For subscriptions, this adds an additional 10% off, for up to 30% off Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM What if the way you respond to stress is affecting your health more than you realize? In this Freedom Friday episode, Ben Azadi and Alex dive into the hidden connection between survival mode, stress, relationships, and your health. They break down why constantly reacting to life can keep you stuck in a state of scarcity, and how learning to pause, respond, and shift your perspective can change the way you experience your day. What we get into: - Why your body can get stuck in a cycle of stress and survival mode- How everyday stressors can compound over time.- The difference between reacting and responding, and why the space between the two matters.- How breathing can help you interrupt an automatic stress response.- Why gratitude and abundance can completely shift the way you approach your day. One line to remember: You can't always control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

You felt fine this morning. You went to the gym, ate your usual, told yourself you were healthy. But your blood work is telling a completely different story, and by the time your body starts shouting, the damage has been years in the making. In this episode, I read Alex's full lab panel live and show him exactly where "normal" was quietly hiding a real problem. Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM What we get into: Why "in range" on your labs is not the same as healthy, and how the reference range is built on the average of an unhealthy population The markerbiohacksasic yearly panel skips: triglyceride-to-HDL ratio, LP(a), homocysteine, fasting insulin, and free testosterone How Alex felt totally fine while sitting at pre-diabetic blood sugar, a testosterone of 225, and a cardiovascular risk ratio of 8.2 The simple swaps that move the needle: killing seed oils, cutting the sugar hiding in green juices, and mastering the foundations before the fancy biohacks Remember this: If you treat your health casually, you will end up a casualty. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Get Justin's Holy Health book here: http://www.holyhealthbook.com Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Two studies say the opposite thing about faith and health. Harvard followed 74,000 women and found the ones who went to church more than once a week were 33% less likely to die. Northwestern followed young adults and found the most religiously involved were 50% more likely to become obese by middle age. Live longer, get sicker. In this episode, Ben Azadi sits down with Justin, former NHL performance coach and author of the new book Holy Health, to unpack how that contradiction is even possible and what to actually do about it. Justin's new book Holy Health is out now → https://holyhealthbook.com What we get into: Why "burnout in the name of God" is not holy, and the "devil's playbook" that quietly takes your health apart (distraction, disconnection, division, discouragement, depletion) The three things every cell needs to thrive: oxygen, detoxification, and nutrients Oxygen made simple: VO2 max, and how much zone 2 and zone 5 training you actually need each week Why sleep quality, not juice cleanses, is the real language of detox, plus the 3-2-1 rule for deeper sleep Why your "normal" blood work can look fine while your cells are starving, and what homocysteine and methylation reveal Heart rate variability as the body's language, and Justin's honest take on GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic One line to remember: distraction is focusing on good things instead of God things. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Out of every superfood, supplement, and biohack Ben has studied in 18 years, one thing beats them all. And it's completely free. In this Freedom Friday episode, Ben Azadi and Alex break down "Vitamin G," gratitude, and why it might be the most underrated tool for your brain, your body, and your metabolism. This isn't woo woo. They get into the actual science of how gratitude rewires your brain, lowers cortisol, strengthens your immune system, and even shows up in your mitochondria. What we get into: Why gratitude is a feeling, not a checklist, and the small shift that changes everything The Harvard study on 49,275 nurses that tied gratitude to a 9% drop in all-cause mortality How gratitude lowers cortisol through oxytocin, and why that matters for belly fat and sleep The reticular activating system and the "red Audi" effect that trains your brain to see more good A simple 3-minute morning and night practice you can start tonight The Vitamin G movement, and the one text that could transform your relationships One line to remember: Gratitude is strength training for your soul. The more you take, the more you produce. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Why do we keep sabotaging the exact health, body, and life we say we want? In this Transformation Tuesday episode, Ben Azadi and Alex go deep on the real reason you keep going back to the same unhealthy habits, even when part of you knows better. It comes down to the software that was installed in you before you were seven years old, and a set of invisible chains you have never questioned. They break down how to actually rewrite that programming so the change finally sticks. What we get into: The "paradigm" running your life on autopilot, and why it was set before you turned seven The chained elephant story that explains why you stay stuck when you could easily break free How food and pharma companies engineered your cravings on purpose Why being wired for addiction is secretly a superpower once you learn to channel it The number one regret of the dying, and how to make sure it never becomes yours Why you can't outperform your own self-image, and the simple index card practice Ben used to rewire his How to stop reacting to your past and start creating from your future One line to remember: You can't escape a prison if you don't know you're in one. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Get Ben's new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Grab Bitten's book Sugar Bomb in Your Brain here → https://amzn.to/4wrHXpD What if the reason you can't stop at one cookie has nothing to do with willpower, and everything to do with your brain chemistry? In this episode, Ben Azadi sits down with addiction specialist Bitten Jonsson, who has spent nearly 40 years treating sugar and carb addiction. She breaks down how sugar acts like a psychoactive drug that hijacks your reward center, why some people are wired to be far more susceptible than others, and how three forces inside the body quietly drive the cycle of craving, bingeing, and shame. This might be the most eye-opening conversation we've had on why "just eat less" almost never works. What we get into: Why sugar, flour, and starches all act as psychoactive substances, not just the white powder The three types of eaters, and how to tell an addict from a harmful user The three forces driving overeating: the reward center, the reptilian brain, and the pancreas Why sensitivity to sugar is actually a survival superpower, not a weakness How real addiction hides behind labels like anorexia and binge eating disorder Why keto and carnivore can heal the system when moderation keeps failing The role of purpose, energy, and gratitude (vitamin G) in lasting recovery One line to remember: You are not addicted to food. You are addicted to the psychoactive substances hiding inside so many foods. Learn more about Bitten's work at https://bittensaddiction.com Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Get Ben's brand new book Keto Flex here → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM What's the point of hitting every goal if you're too burned out, sick, or exhausted to actually enjoy it? In this episode, Ben Azadi and his business partner Alex Montalente get real about the true cost of "sleep when I'm dead" hustle culture, and why grinding harder is quietly wrecking your health, your relationships, and even the success you're chasing. Alex opens up about the night he fell asleep at the wheel and crashed his car into a cemetery, and Ben shares the panic attack that hit him right before a major launch after doing 65 podcast interviews in 60 days. Then they flip it and show you how to actually have it all: the health, the happiness, and the success. What we get into: A new definition of success that finally takes the pressure off The quiet warning signs your body sends before a full burnout How to work smarter, not harder, with the 3-day schedule high performers live by (performance, buffer, and free days) Why you actually get more done by doing less The Bob Proctor idea that rewires your whole relationship with work: you work for satisfaction, you provide services for money How to stop moving the goalpost so you finally feel like you're winning One line to remember: You get more done by doing less, and you earn more by chasing purpose instead of the paycheck. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

📘 Ben's book Keto Flex is out now. Grab it and claim your free bonuses → https://ketoflexbook.com Most people are aging their brain every single night without knowing it. In this Transformation Tuesday episode, Ben Azadi and Alex Montalenti break down the simple daily habits that keep your brain young, sharpen your focus, and add years to your life, starting with what you do in the hours before bed. What we get into: Why adults shouldn't snack and graze, and how constant eating speeds up cellular aging and pushes your cells toward becoming inflammatory "zombie" cells. The number one non negotiable habit: closing the kitchen at least 3 hours before bed. And what late night eating really does, from spiking the only hormone that stores fat, to raising your heart rate and body temperature, to wrecking your deep and REM sleep. Your brain's overnight dishwasher. How your brain physically flushes out toxins and plaques while you sleep through the glymphatic system, and how eating too late shuts that process down, a pattern linked to dementia, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. The protein target that kills nighttime cravings: one gram per pound of your ideal body weight. Ben's full morning routine: waking without a jarring alarm, no phone first thing, red light instead of white light, and gratitude done as a feeling, not a checklist. Why sleep is the Swiss army knife of health and the single biggest needle mover for your brain and longevity. One decision to protect your sleep gives you 6 to 7 hours of healing you could never get from a workout. The compound effect of habits, why motivation fades but inspiration lasts, and how to stack one small change a week into a full transformation. One line to remember: if you treat your health casually, you will end up a casualty. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Today, I am blessed to have here with me James Swanwick. He is an Australian-American entrepreneur who helps casual drinkers reduce or quit alcohol. He is also an investor, speaker, journalist, and former ESPN SportsCenter anchor and Hollywood correspondent.  He has coached thousands of people to improve their lives and performance by adopting an alcohol-free lifestyle. He is the author of The 30-Day No-Alcohol Challenge: Your Simple Guide to Easily Reduce or Quit Alcohol and the creator of Project 90, an online program providing support and coaching for individuals eliminating alcohol from their lives. He is also the host of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle Podcast, launched in June 2020, with 22 episodes currently featured on iTunes and Spotify. And the James Swanwick Show, with 330 episodes and 2 million downloads. A sleep evangelist, James is the co-founder (with his brother Tristan Swanwick) of the popular health brand Swanwick Sleep, which produces blue light-blocking glasses to improve well-being and sleep quality. The company has sold more than 150,000 pairs of its “Swannies” glasses, which are worn by pro-athletes in the NFL, MLB, and NBA. The product has been featured on the Kelly Ripa Show, the Today Show, and in Forbes and are recommended by some of America’s top sleep doctors. In his early career as a journalist, Swanwick was a reporter for Rupert Murdoch’s News Ltd, reporting on worldwide news, politics, business, and entertainment for newspapers, including The Courier-Mail and News of the World. His journalistic work has been featured in media, including the New York Times, Associated Press, Wall Street Journal, Sydney Morning Herald, Daily Telegraph, The Sun, and The Courier-Mail. From 2010 to 2012, James was an ESPN SportsCenter anchor. Prior to that, he spent eight years working as a Hollywood correspondent, interviewing celebrities like Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney, Bradley Cooper, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, and world leaders, including former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. In 2015, Forbes Magazine included James in its 25 Professional Networking Experts To Watch. In this episode, James dives into why he decided to stop drinking alcohol. He speaks about all the health benefits he experienced when he quit drinking and how it has changed his life forever. James talks about navigating peer pressure when it comes to alcohol consumption and how easy it can be to live a life without alcohol. Plus, James gives all sorts of tips and tricks on getting a better night’s sleep. Tune in as we chat about the importance of gratitude, why you should ditch artificial light at night, and the reasons you need light-blocking glasses for both day and nighttime wear.  Get Swanwick Sleep glasses and products here: https://www.bn10strk.com/B26MC9C8S/55M6S/?uid=255 use the coupon code ketokamp for a nice discount on your entire order!  Join Ben Azadi's 90 day heavy metal detox program (9 spots available): https://ketokamp.clickfunnels.com/order-page-a  Reserve your FREE spot to our upcoming 5 day Keto Kickstart Challenge with Dr Eric Berg, Cynthia Thurlow, Ben Azadi & The Keto Kamp Team: https://www.ketokamp.com/keto-challenge  Message me on Instagram www.instagram.com/thebenazadi with the word ENERGY to learn more about coaching from me. / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Good Idea Functional Sparkling Water Drinks. Visit http://www.goodidea.us and use the coupon code BEN at checkout. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. [00:55] How James Swanwick Helps People Feel Better By Quitting Alcohol In 30 days of not drinking, James lost 13 pounds, slept better, looked better, and got a job on ESPN.  After 30 days, James decided to stop drinking altogether; that was 12 years ago. Now that he doesn’t drink, he has created a business to help people sleep better and to help people stop drinking. Even a seemingly innocent glass of alcohol each night has detrimental effects on your life.  Any amount of alcohol each night is enough to cause brain damage.  [07:10] Saying No To Peer Pressure and Alcohol Consumption The social pressure to drink is high. However, it is becoming lower. There is a worldwide movement of people becoming alcohol conscious. Millennials have never drunk less in their entire life. In fact, alcohol has a real image problem at the moment.  Remember, 93% of all communication is body language. Go through life being open and relaxed; that way, people don’t harass you to drink. [15:05] Do You Struggle With Instant Gratification? Get Rid of Temptations  An alcohol buzz is a short-term pleasure. We should look at our life and make long-term choices.  Long-term pleasure is so much more pleasurable and rewarding. We all have to sacrifice something; should we sacrifice short-term rewards for long-term enjoyment?  James will sacrifice short-term pleasure for long-term gain. The choices that you made six years ago can pay off today.  [19:20] Is It Possible To Drink Alcohol and Get A Good Night’s Sleep?  Any amount of alcohol close to bedtime is going to disrupt your sleep. When you’re tired, you tend to seek out sugary foods to give yourself an energy spike.  You are better off having alcohol for breakfast than at nighttime. That way, your body can work on getting rid of toxins during the day. There is a direct correlation between alcohol drinking and weight gain.  Also, alcohol will destroy energy levels.  [23:40] What A Lack of Sleep Is Doing To Your Body and Mind  When you are tired, you are miserable.  While on the other hand, when you sleep well, everything feels so much better. If you want to feel better, you need to put a premium on your sleep. Don’t drink alcohol at night, don’t eat before bedtime, and don’t look at screens before bedtime.  Sleeping above 69 degrees is compromising your sleep.  When we have compromised sleep, we are not repairing and restoring.  Putting a high focus and premium on optimizing your sleep is critical. [29:30] Ditch Artificial Light and Live By Candlelight During The Night Any artificial light at night compromises your sleep.  Light will suppress your body’s melatonin release. Blocking artificial light is imperative to ensure you have a good night’s sleep.  The best thing you can do at night is to live by candlelight.  Flame does not suppress your body’s melatonin production.  [35:40] Why You Need Both Clear Lens Glasses and Orange Lens Glasses  Clear lens blue light-blocking glasses will filter blue light and are recommended for daytime computer use. At nighttime, you should switch to orange lens blue light-blocking glasses to ensure you block all the blue light responsible for suppressing melatonin production. Orange lens glasses will help you sleep better for nighttime use. You need both daytime glasses and orange lens glasses.  [39:25] Gratitude Changes Your Brain: Giving Thanks Can Make You Happier James will write down twenty things he is grateful for each morning.  Science shows that living a life of appreciation instead of expectation will result in lower stress and anxiety levels.  It can be challenging to think of 20 things each morning. However, you will realize how many things you must be grateful for.  What you feed energy to will expand.  AND MUCH MORE! 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📘 Dr. Philip Ovadia's new book "Stay Off My Kitchen Table" is out now. Grab it and claim your free bonuses → https://stayoffmykitchentable.com Order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses at → https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM A heart surgeon who has performed over 5,000 surgeries says the vast majority of them never needed to happen, and that almost everything we have been told about cholesterol is wrong. In this episode Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Philip Ovadia to break down what is really driving the number one killer in the world, and how to protect your heart starting today. What we get into: Why cholesterol is NOT the root cause of heart disease, and the 50 year myth that sent medicine down the wrong path. Cholesterol is the fireman at the scene, not the arsonist. The real root cause: insulin resistance and inflammation. And why about 93% of Americans already have some form of it, often hidden for 6 to 14 years. The truth about statins. Why their small benefit likely comes from lowering inflammation, and how they can actually worsen insulin resistance and raise your risk of type 2 diabetes. Meat is medicine. Why this heart surgeon calls red meat the most nutrient dense food on earth and essential for heart health. The under $20 blood test almost no doctor runs, the number you actually want to see, and the simple tests (fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, LP-IR) that reveal your real risk years before a heart attack. How Ben's 90 day carnivore labs showed total cholesterol over 450, yet a LOWER risk of heart disease, and why the full picture beats obsessing over one number. Dr. Ovadia's own story: a morbidly obese, pre diabetic heart surgeon headed for his own operating table, and the moment that changed everything. One line to remember: cholesterol is the fireman at the scene, not the arsonist. The fire is insulin resistance and inflammation. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

📘 Keto Flex is here. Get Ben's new book and claim your free bonuses → https://ketoflexbook.com Alcohol is the one toxin we celebrate. Weddings, happy hours, "mommy wine culture," it's everywhere, and almost nobody talks about what it's actually doing inside your body. In this Freedom Friday episode, Ben Azadi and Alex Montalenti get honest about giving up alcohol for good and exactly what changed when they did. What we get into: Why alcohol is a toxin your liver has to drop everything to clear, and how that stalls fat burning for hours every single time you drink. The stress bucket. Why the same drink barely touches a healthy person but overflows into hangovers, inflammation and weight gain for someone already maxed out on stress. Why it hits so much harder after 40. Bigger hangovers, slower recovery, and why a fuller stress bucket makes every drink cost more. The worst offenders vs the better options. Why beer and most US wine are the biggest problems, what to choose instead if you do drink, and how to have it. Simple ways to protect your liver if you choose to drink, from what to eat with it to what to take beforehand. What alcohol really does to your sleep, even when you swear it helps you fall asleep faster. What changed when they quit. Better blood work, less inflammation, a slimmer waist, more energy, better relationships, and more money and focus for their goals. The one question that made the decision easy: does this serve the future you are building? One line to remember: your body isn't handling alcohol well, it's just handling it, and it does that by storing the stress until one day it can't. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

📘 Keto Flex is officially here. Get your copy of Ben's brand new book and claim your free bonuses → https://ketoflexbook.com The routine that melted fat off in your 20s stops working in your 40s, and it's not your willpower. In this Transform Tuesday episode, Ben Azadi and Alex Montalenti break down why weight loss gets harder after 40 and exactly how to train, eat and recover so your body starts letting go of the fat again. What we get into: Why your 40s change everything. Hormones shift and your mitochondria (your cellular batteries) drop from 90 to 100% charge down to 60 or 70%, so the same workout hits your body completely differently. The stress bucket. How toxins, poor sleep and life stress fill your cells over the years, and why a full bucket flips your body into survival mode and stores belly fat. Why long runs can make it worse. The cortisol spike that packs on fat, and why training smarter (sprints, smart lifting 2 to 3x a week, daily walks) beats grinding harder. Sleep is the number one pillar. Why deep and REM sleep are the biggest needle movers for fat loss, and Ben's target of 90 minutes of each every night. Protein first, and the meal order hack. Get about 1 gram of protein per pound of your ideal body weight, and eat your protein and fat before your carbs. Same calories, very different glucose and insulin response. Muscle as a glucose sponge. Why building muscle after 40 lowers your insulin, protects you from falls and fractures, and keeps you independent for life. How you start your morning decides everything. Sweetened coffee, oat milk and cereal lock you into fat storage. Black coffee, eggs and bacon keep you burning fat. It's not about eating less, it's about eating less often. How a simple eating window beats starving yourself and stacking more stress on an already stressed body. The truth about stubborn belly fat. Why it's protective, the hidden danger of visceral fat, and the hormetic stressors (cold, sauna, longer fasts, sprints) that finally pull it off. One line to remember: It's not about eating less. It's about eating less often. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals → https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website → http://www.benazadi.com

Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses at: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Why do some people hit their 40s and 50s already fighting belly fat, brain fog, and fatigue, while others feel incredible in their 60s and 70s? Ben Azadi sits down with Dave Asprey, the founder of Bulletproof and the man who put biohacking on the map, to break down what actually drives how fast you age, and how much of it is in your control. What we get into: Why there is no single "anti-aging" answer, and how it comes down to your mitochondria and your own biology The "take less hits" principle, and the everyday hits quietly aging you (starting with light at night) Why community may be the single most powerful longevity tool there is The testosterone conversation most doctors are still too scared to have, and where Dave thinks Peter Attia got it wrong Biological age vs calendar age, aging clocks, and the two dead-simple predictors of how long you will live Nicotine as a longevity and brain tool, the right dose, and why quitting cold turkey can backfire GLP-1 drugs, seed oils, olive oil, and the one fat most people are missing A wild real-world case: the gut bug behind an ED problem that no medication could fix One line to remember: don't chase what's supposed to work, chase what actually works. Guest: Dave Asprey, founder of Bulletproof, the father of biohacking, and creator of the Unlimited Life longevity program. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website: http://www.benazadi.com

Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses at: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Most people think manifesting is woo woo. Ben Azadi and Alex Montalenti make the case that it's actually science, and that you're manifesting something every single day, good or bad, whether you realize it or not. This one goes deep on how your thoughts, your environment, and your self-image quietly shape your health, your results, and your future. What we get into: Why every thought is a frequency your 70 trillion cells respond to (angry thoughts trigger inflammation, grateful thoughts calm it) The 60,000 thoughts you have a day, and why most of them are the same negative loop on repeat How your environment programs your thinking, and the simple "chargers vs drainers" audit to fix it Why your morning input matters more than almost anything else you do all day The self-image thermostat: why you keep reverting to the old you, and how to reset it Fake positivity vs actually rewiring your inner voice What it really means to live as your future self before your reality catches up Ben's personal story of manifesting his home, and the unexpected way the money showed up One line to remember: you don't get what you want in life, you get what you are. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website: http://www.benazadi.com

Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses at: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM You're doing all the "right" things — the supplements, the cold plunge, the 5AM workouts — and you're still exhausted and stuck. In this episode, Ben and Alex explain why: most people are majoring in the minors. Real health was never about adding more — it's about removing the interference so your body can heal itself. What we get into: Why chasing the "sexy" biohacks (peptides, red light, detox teas) keeps you stuck — and the unsexy majors that actually move the needle (sleep, sunlight, whole foods, gratitude) Why getting healthy is about SUBTRACTING interference, not adding more The order of operations: why fixing your sleep BEFORE your workouts changes everything (Sander's story: down 70 lbs and off the sleep apnea machine) Motivation vs. inspiration — and why "trying is failure with honor" The two premises: "lose weight to get healthy" vs. "get healthy to lose weight" Ben's own burnout — 60 podcasts in 65 days, a panic attack, and the wake-up call that changed everything Why exercise is a poor tool for fat loss (you burn more fat in deep sleep than in that hour workout) The fear of being judged — and the fear of getting healthy — that quietly keeps people stuck One line to remember: you don't lose weight to get healthy — you get healthy, and the weight loss becomes the side effect. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website: http://www.benazadi.com

Get a FREE 7-day Youngr™ Mini Pouch with code FREEDOM here: https://bit.ly/4f0ddV2 Everyone treats creatine like a gym-bro muscle powder. Harvard-trained physician Dr. Andrew Salzman says that's backwards: the organ with the highest creatine demand isn't your muscles — it's your brain. In this episode, Ben and Dr. Salzman break down why your brain is quietly starving for creatine, how creatine actually shuttles energy inside every cell, and why the trendy NAD IV drip may be a waste of your money. What we get into: Why your brain — not your muscles — has the highest demand for creatine Creatine as your cells' "FedEx truck": how it delivers ATP energy where it's needed The link between low creatine and neurodegeneration (Parkinson's, Alzheimer's) and age-related brain fog Why NAD IV therapy is "pretty much useless" — the molecule can't even get into your cells The kidney myth: why creatine doesn't wreck your kidneys, and is actually essential for them Why you should NEVER mix creatine into a hot coffee Do you really need to "load" creatine? (Dr. Salzman's answer may surprise you) Creatine's surprising role in gut health, leaky gut, and vision One line to remember: creatine is the FedEx truck of your cells — no truck, no delivery. Guest: Dr. Andrew Salzman — Harvard-trained physician, Chief Medical Officer of Wonderfeel Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals https://www.benazadi.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website: http://www.benazadi.com

Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses at: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM Everyone's chasing longevity — more years, anti-aging, living longer. Ben Azadi says that's the wrong goal, and quietly chasing it may be destroying the years you actually get. In this episode, Ben and Alex break down the difference almost nobody talks about: lifespan vs. healthspan. Modern medicine is great at adding years. But adding years you spend inflamed, medicated, and dependent isn't living — it's just declining slower. The real goal was never a longer life. It's a life you can actually enjoy: energy, mobility, and showing up for the people you love. What we get into: Lifespan vs. healthspan, and why extending your life means little if the quality collapses The "take less hits" principle (what Jordan, Kobe, and Brady all figured out) and how it applies to your daily choices Why your symptoms — brain fog, achy joints, belly fat, bloating — aren't the problem, they're your body's check engine light How the damage compounds: it starts as whispers, then your body starts screaming (Sandra's story: 40 wishes vs. one) Why not prioritizing your health is one of the most selfish things you can do, and who really pays the price Common vs. normal: aging is inevitable, but suffering isn't, and how your cellular age can actually be reversed The comfort trap, and how Gail broke out of it, losing 120 lbs and getting her independence back The "medication deficiency" myth, and why only 2 countries on earth allow pharma ads on TV One line to remember: "If you treat your health casually, you'll end up a casualty." Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website: http://www.benazadi.com

Ready to finally lose the fat for good? Join my upcoming LIVE Fat Loss Event — save your spot now: https://bit.ly/4wqcXFT Includes a 60 minute Q&A with me! This one is for the person who keeps starting and stopping. You want more energy, you want to feel better in your body, you want to finally be consistent. But it never sticks. In this episode, Ben breaks down why that happens, and what actually changes it. The truth? It was never a discipline problem. It's a self-trust problem. Every time you break a promise to yourself, you chip away at your identity. Change the self-image first, and the habits follow. The 5 habits Ben swears by: The kitchen is closed. No food at least 3 hours before bed. No snacking between meals. A 15-minute walk after your biggest meal of the day. 10 minutes of morning sunlight. Waiting 90 minutes for your first coffee. What we get into: Why motivation always disappears (hint: it's a symptom, not the source) and why inspiration beats it every time The start-stop cycle, and why people repeat it for years without breaking free How your body communicates through symptoms, and why those symptoms are a gift, not the problem Why perfectionism is just a fancy word for procrastination How small tweaks lead to giant peaks, and why doing less consistently beats doing everything at once One line to remember:It's not about knowing the right habits. It's about becoming the person who actually does them. Start with one: the kitchen is closed. Ready to finally lose the fat for good? Join my upcoming LIVE Fat Loss Event — save your spot now: https://bit.ly/4wqcXFT Includes a 60 minute Q&A with me! Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Ben's website: http://www.benazadi.com

Bloated, exhausted after meals, or battling brain fog you can't explain? Your gut may be trying to warn you. In this episode, Ben sits down with thyroid and gut-health expert Dr. Izabella Wentz to break down the real root causes of IBS — and why less than 25% of people get relief from conventional advice. They cover low stomach acid (the surprising truth behind acid reflux), the gut bacteria that decides how many calories you absorb, carnivore diarrhea vs. constipation, the sweeteners wrecking your gut, and the simple pre-meal habit that transforms digestion. Izabella's message is clear: 98% of the time, IBS has a findable, treatable cause — and you deserve to feel amazing. Dr. Izabella Wentz — bestselling author of IBS Fight: Finding and Treating the Root Cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Click here to purchase her book:  https://amzn.to/448wrmn What You'll Learn: The 3 warning signs your gut is in trouble that most people ignore Why acid reflux is usually too little stomach acid — not too much Natural ways to rebuild stomach acid (including a surprising thiamine trick) How your gut bacteria determine calorie absorption and weight loss Whether fiber heals or harms your gut Carnivore diarrhea AND constipation — the real causes of each The safest sweeteners (and the ones triggering autoimmunity) The link between leaky gut and autoimmune disease Guest: Dr. Izabella Wentz — bestselling author of IBS Fight: Finding and Treating the Root Cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Click here to purchase her book:  https://amzn.to/448wrmn Website: https://thyroidpharmacist.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/izabellawentzpharmd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThyroidLifestyle/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThyroidPharmacist Email: info@thyroidpharmacist.com Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Big Show Announcement Starting July 6th, the podcast gets a complete makeover — three shows a week, each with a distinct purpose. The new weekly lineup: Metabolic Monday — Ben sits down with top experts in metabolic health (doctors, researchers, the people moving the needle). Every episode delivers something actionable you can use that same day. Transformation Tuesday — The tables get turned. Ben's friend Alex Montalenti interviews Ben. No script, no agenda — a heart-based conversation about the stuff Ben doesn't usually discuss: the real journey, the setbacks, the mindset. Freedom Friday — Ben and Alex go deep again, heart to heart, on what freedom really means: metabolic freedom, financial freedom, time freedom. What else is changing: Ads cut by 75% — far fewer interruptions. Two places to listen only: the audio podcast (wherever you're listening now) and Spotify video. No longer on YouTube as of July 6th — if that's where you usually watch, follow the show on audio or follow Ben on Spotify so you don't miss anything. Bottom line: New format, fewer ads, more of the conversations that matter. Mark July 6th — Metabolic Monday, Transformation Tuesday, Freedom Friday. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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Get 20% off Just Thrive supplements here: https://bit.ly/4uZkZVk (Code AZADI automatically applied) Episode Description You can eat clean, train hard, and do everything "right" and still feel sick, foggy, and stuck with stubborn belly fat. The problem might not be your discipline. It might be your gut. We expose why most probiotics may be dead before they reach you, how glyphosate wipes out your good bacteria, the hidden gut-brain link, and why a damaged microbiome makes belly fat almost impossible to lose. If you've been blaming yourself for symptoms you can't shake, this one changes everything. Talking Points & Questions Opening: Is it true someone can eat clean, exercise daily, and still have their gut secretly causing belly fat, brain fog, and inflammation? The probiotic problem Most probiotics die before reaching the gut. Are millions wasting money on fake probiotics? Why do so many people get more bloated and sick after taking probiotics? What's the biggest lie the probiotic industry has sold consumers? Food supply & warning signs What are the biggest warning signs your gut is poisoning your body before disease shows up? Glyphosate kills good bacteria but lets harmful bacteria survive. Is modern food destroying our microbiome? Gut, belly fat & the brain Can a damaged microbiome make it almost impossible to lose stubborn belly fat? What's the connection between gut bacteria, brain fog, anxiety, low motivation, and depression? Longevity & stress Microbiome diversity predicts longevity. What are most people doing daily that's quietly shortening their lifespan? Stress lowers stomach acid and can lead to SIBO. Could chronic stress alone be wrecking millions of guts? The fix With belly fat, cravings, fatigue, constipation, skin problems, or brain fog, what's the first thing you'd fix in their gut? If everyone watching had to do one thing daily to repair their microbiome, what would it be? Get 20% off Just Thrive supplements here: https://bit.ly/4uZkZVk (Code AZADI automatically applied) Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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🔥 Ben is RETURNING to Hack Your Health 2026 📍 Tampa, Florida | November 2026 🎟️ Grab your ticket here: http://www.benazadi.com/events💰 Use code FREEDOM for $100 OFF (stack it with the early-bird discount before prices go up!) What's New This Year? I'm heading back to Hack Your Health with a BRAND NEW keynote, plus something special this year: 📖 Live Book SigningI'm giving away 158 signed copies of my upcoming book. 🤝 Meet & GreetHigh-fives, hugs, and real conversations. 🧠 The Room Where Everything ShiftsBe surrounded by the best minds in metabolic health. If you've ever wanted to connect in person, get your book signed, and experience the energy of the Hack Your Health community, this is your opportunity. About This Keynote Sugar and carbs aren't the main cause of obesity. Something else is. In this Hack Your Health 2025 keynote (Tampa, FL), Ben Azadi breaks down cellular inflammation, the 100-hour fasting timeline, seed oils, and the surprising #1 root cause of obesity that most experts miss. Topics Covered Intro: Dropping out of college over a speech Alarming health stats (cancer, diabetes, heart disease, $4.6T healthcare) Big Pharma & TV drug ads (comedy bit) Is obesity genetic? Debunking the 60 Minutes claim Cellular inflammation: the root of all symptoms The 100-Hour Fasting Timeline (hour-by-hour) Seed oils & cell membrane damage (page 85, Metabolic Freedom) KFC story / restaurant seed oil warning Chapter 10: How your thoughts control your DNA (Bruce Lipton) The "silk / what do cows drink" thinking demo The selective attention gorilla test The REAL #1 cause of obesity: lack of purpose Goal-setting & "act as if" (NYT bestseller story) Vitamin G (gratitude) closing message 🔥 Join Ben at Hack Your Health 2026! 📍 Tampa, Florida | November 2026 🎟️ Get your ticket: http://www.benazadi.com/events💰 Use code FREEDOM for $100 OFF (stack it with the early-bird discount before prices go up!) Don't wait. Early-bird pricing won't last, and seats fill quickly. Lock in your spot and join Ben for a brand-new keynote, live book signing, and an unforgettable in-person experience. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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Get your Myoscience Fasting Berberine Accelerator here: https://bit.ly/4aVZxcl  Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses at: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM   7 Levels of Fasting Nobody Talks About, Including the One That Starves Cancer Cells There are seven levels of fasting, and most people never get past level two. Ben breaks down each level, what organ it heals, and why most fasting advice stops way too early to unlock the real benefits. From the 12 hour fast that frees up your pancreas, to the 16 hour fast that triggers autophagy (the Nobel Prize winning process where your cells clean out their own junk), to the 24 hour fast that flips your liver into fat burning mode, Ben walks through the science level by level. Then things get interesting. At 36 hours, inflammation markers drop and the immune system starts clearing out dysfunctional cells. At 48 to 72 hours, growth hormone floods the body, up to 2,000% in men, to protect muscle while burning fat. And at 5 days, the metabolic environment shifts into one that researchers have shown cancer cells cannot survive in. Key takeaways: 16 hours triggers autophagy, the cellular cleanup process that won a Nobel Prize in 2016 24 hours flips your liver from sugar burning to fat burning, producing ketones that can boost mitochondrial energy by up to 400% 36 hours drops inflammation markers and triggers an immune system reset 48 to 72 hours floods the body with growth hormone (up to 2,000% in men) to protect muscle while burning fat A 2019 German study followed 1,422 patients fasting 4 to 21 days, with 84% reporting health improvements and under 1% adverse effects 5 day fasts create a metabolic environment, backed by USC research and a 2022 Cancer Discovery paper, that cancer cells cannot survive in 7 days shifts something psychological: you realize you were never as hungry as you thought Research and names referenced: Dr. Valter Longo (USC), Yoshinori Ohsumi (2016 Nobel Prize), Otto Warburg, Buchinger Wilhelmi Clinic (PLOS One, 2019), Intermountain Medical Center growth hormone study. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club (buy two bottles, get the third free): https://freshpressolive.com/4fugEVW  Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM    In 2025, Italian researchers tracked over 16,000 adults and found that one specific fat was tied to dramatically smaller waistlines. Not a drug. Not calorie counting. One simple swap in the kitchen. Meanwhile, the people with the worst waistlines were the ones using the "heart-healthy" oils their doctors recommended. In this lesson, Ben breaks down why seed oils now make up about 80% of the US food supply and drive inflammation, insulin resistance, and stubborn belly fat. Then he reveals the winning fat, extra virgin olive oil, and the three compounds inside it that work unlike anything else in your pantry, including one that affects the same anti-inflammatory pathway as ibuprofen. He also explains why most grocery store olive oil fails the research, and exactly how to spot the real thing. Key takeaways: One fat was linked to waistlines about four inches smaller than the seed oil group People who skipped it had roughly a five times higher risk of abdominal obesity Seed oils have shifted our omega ratio from 1:1 to about 20:1, fueling chronic inflammation Oleocanthal in fresh olive oil affects the same COX enzymes as ibuprofen In the PREDIMED trial, olive oil was tied to a 30% drop in major cardiovascular events Most grocery olive oil is adulterated, so buy single origin, dark glass, and run the taste test Smoke point is a poor marker, real extra virgin olive oil is one of the safest oils to cook with Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Get Myoscience Creatine and Magnesium (20% off) HERE: https://bit.ly/4ocjMbp  Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM    Men today are walking around with 20 to 30% less testosterone than their fathers had at the exact same age. Not because of disease. Because of five everyday habits that modern men think are completely normal. In this episode, I'm breaking down the five silent mistakes that are aging men faster than anything else right now, the science behind why they're so damaging, and the exact daily stack I personally use to fight back. I'm 41 years old and I've watched this happen to men I love. The decline doesn't announce itself. But it can be reversed. Key Takeaways: Men today have 20 to 30% less testosterone than men of the same age in 1988, per the Massachusetts Male Aging Study Grip strength predicts death more accurately than blood pressure, per a Lancet meta-analysis of 140,000 people One week of sleeping 5 hours or less drops testosterone by 10 to 15%, the equivalent of aging 10 to 15 years Sitting for long hours thins the memory center of the brain, and exercise does not offset this damage 85-year-olds gained muscle and reversed fiber-level aging in 12 weeks of resistance training in a Mayo Clinic study The five mistakes: stopping explosive movement, stopping brain challenges, ignoring muscle decline, neglecting recovery, and accepting decline as normal The simple daily stack: outdoor walks, heavy lifting twice a week, one gram of protein per pound of ideal body weight, 7+ hours of sleep, creatine, magnesium, and weekly brain challenges Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Get my Myoxcience Electrolyte Stix + NAC HERE : https://bit.ly/4e8BTKu  Pre-order Keto Flex Revised and get free bonuses: https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM    You're doing lemon water every morning thinking it's detoxing your liver. According to Ben Azadi, there's a good chance it's doing the opposite. In this episode, Ben breaks down five common lemon water mistakes backed by published research, including one that causes four times more enamel erosion than Coca-Cola, one that activates inflammatory pathways linked to fatty liver, and one that almost every wellness influencer is teaching wrong. With fatty liver now affecting one in three adults globally, and most people having zero symptoms until the damage is advanced, getting this right matters more than most people realize. The good news? Your liver can regenerate up to 70% of its mass in a matter of weeks once you remove the damage and give it the right inputs. Key Takeaways: Bottled lemon juice contains pasteurized nutrients and plastic-leached endocrine disruptors that give your liver more to clean up, not less The actual liver-supporting flavonoids in lemon (eriocitrin and hesperidin) are in the peel, not the juice Sipping lemon water all morning causes four times more enamel erosion than soda, per a PLOS One study Artificial sweeteners including sucralose and aspartame have been linked to liver inflammation and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease through gut-liver axis disruption Stacking lemon water and coffee back-to-back creates a compounded cortisol, acid, and mineral-depletion event that stresses the liver from the moment you wake up The simple fix: real lemon with peel, drunk in one go, no sweeteners, with coffee spaced out by at least 30 minutes Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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Equip Foods Protein (grass-fed beef isolate, no seed oils, third-party tested) Code: BENAZADI - https://bit.ly/49xXaMq  Keto Flex Revised by Ben Azadi (pre-order now, releases July 21st, includes exclusive bonus chapters as a downloadable PDF): https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM    In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the five foods he eliminated that ended his chronic cravings and led to losing 19 pounds in 30 days. The root issue is not willpower. It's hormones and inflammation. A 2019 NIH study by Kevin Hall had participants eating ultra-processed vs. whole foods at matched calories. On the ultra-processed diet, they ate 500 extra calories per day without realizing it. The food was driving the overconsumption, not a lack of discipline. The five foods to remove: Liquid sugar. Sodas, juices, sports drinks, and flavored coffee drinks don't register as fullness. The Harvard Nurses' Health Study found adding one sugary drink per day led to 358 extra calories consumed daily. Swap for black coffee, plain tea, or sparkling water. Ultra-processed breads and tortillas. Stripped of nutrition and engineered for shelf life, modern bread spikes blood sugar as much as a Snickers bar according to Dr. William Davis. Opt for fermented sourdough or sprouted grain, or remove bread entirely for 30 days. Boxed pastas and processed comfort foods. Hyper-palatable combinations of salt, sugar, fat, and starch that overstimulate the brain's reward centers while leaving the body nutritionally depleted. A follow-up to Hall's study found people eating these foods consumed up to 1,000 extra calories per day. Seed oil-laden dressings, sauces, and condiments. Soybean, canola, corn, sunflower, and related oils produce carcinogenic aldehydes during processing and are in roughly 80% of the food supply. Replace with avocado oil, extra virgin olive oil, grass-fed butter, ghee, coconut oil, beef tallow, or duck fat. Look for seed oil-free brands like Primal Kitchen and Chosen Foods. Alcohol. A 1992 New England Journal of Medicine study found moderate alcohol consumption drops fat oxidation by 70% for hours. The liver prioritizes clearing alcohol above all else, including fat burning, while simultaneously increasing appetite and lowering the brain's stop-eating signals. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club (buy 2 bottles, get 1 free for Ben's community): https://freshpressolive.com/3RBPwdG  Pre-order Ben's new book KetoFlex Revised — Pre-order now and get free bonus chapters:  https://bit.ly/4wKG1sM  Kidney disease doesn't start with pain. It starts with nothing. By the time you feel it, you may have already lost half your kidney function. The National Kidney Foundation reports 90% of people with chronic kidney disease don't know they have it. In most cases, the damage begins 10 to 15 years before any diagnosis — while labs still look normal. THE 7 HABITS Blood Sugar Spikes. Post-meal glucose spikes damage the hair-thin filtration vessels inside the kidneys over time. A 2024 Nature Communications paper found cellular insulin resistance drives kidney damage before diabetes ever appears. Chronic Dehydration. Your kidneys filter 180 liters of plasma daily. Less water means concentrated waste and a higher workload. Coffee, soda, and energy drinks don't count. Drink clean spring water. Processed Food. Phosphate additives and industrial seed oils (soybean, corn, canola) create ongoing inflammation in the blood vessels kidneys depend on. Swap to butter, ghee, tallow, coconut oil, and high-quality olive oil.  Sugar and Fructose. Fructose overwhelms the liver, converts to uric acid, and lands on the kidneys. A 2024 UK Biobank study of 127,000+ adults found even one sugar-sweetened beverage daily significantly raises kidney disease risk. Diet soda is not a safe swap. Ignoring Blood Pressure. No symptoms doesn't mean no damage. Every heartbeat sends pressure through delicate kidney capillaries. Damaged kidneys then lose their ability to regulate pressure — creating a worsening feedback loop. Chronic Stress and Poor Sleep. Cortisol raises blood sugar, blood pressure, and insulin resistance. Sleeping under four hours raises kidney disease risk by 45%. Kidney repair happens at night. Ignoring Insulin Resistance. The root of everything. By the time labs flag it, you've likely been insulin resistant for 6 to 14 years. About 93% of American adults have some form of it. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Get Your Myoxcience - NAC + Vitamin D - https://bit.ly/4dGRiRY  Pre- order Your Keto Flex Revised HERE - https://bit.ly/4e1SKzN  In this episode, Ben Azadi shares how he reversed fatty liver disease naturally after being diagnosed at just 23 years old. Despite barely drinking alcohol, Ben struggled with obesity, brain fog, inflammation, low energy, and stubborn belly fat until he discovered the real root cause: metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance. Ben breaks down the 3 powerful shifts that helped him heal his liver, lose 80 pounds, and restore his health naturally: Stop snacking and constantly spiking insulin Stop eating before bed to support overnight liver repair Walk after meals to lower blood sugar and reduce liver fat He also explains the role of glutathione, NAC supplementation, sleep, insulin resistance, and why belly fat is often a sign of liver overload rather than simply eating too many calories. You’ll also learn: Why fatty liver is now called MASLD How late-night eating damages metabolism The connection between liver health and deep sleep Why walking after meals is one of the most underrated fat-loss tools The best and worst alcohol choices for liver health Why coffee can actually support the liver when consumed correctly Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Get Your Myoscience Optimized Magnesium - https://bit.ly/4uxO0rE  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Why are so many people waking up between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. even while taking magnesium before bed? In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the shocking truth about the biggest magnesium mistakes that may actually be increasing nighttime cortisol, disrupting deep sleep, and keeping your nervous system stuck in a stressed state. You’ll learn: Why magnesium oxide may sabotage your sleep The connection between cortisol, stress, and magnesium depletion Why taking magnesium right before bed can backfire The best forms of magnesium for sleep, anxiety, brain fog, and recovery How caffeine, blood sugar, and stress affect nighttime wakeups Ben’s exact magnesium timing strategy for deeper sleep and lower cortisol Ben also breaks down the science behind magnesium’s role in the nervous system, the HPA axis, and sleep regulation while sharing practical tips to finally sleep through the night and wake up refreshed. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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🔥CLICK For Your Complete 14 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE - https://bit.ly/4uySE8k  In this episode, Ben Azadi dives deep into the science of prolonged fasting and reveals what truly happens to the body during a 7-day water fast. Using research from Nature Metabolism, Valter Longo, and Thomas Seyfried, Ben explains the step-by-step metabolic transformation that occurs when the body shifts from burning sugar to burning fat and ketones. You’ll learn how fasting lowers insulin, activates autophagy, boosts human growth hormone, increases mental clarity through ketones and BDNF, resets dopamine receptors, supports immune system regeneration, and improves metabolic flexibility. Ben also breaks down the critical 72-hour mark where deep cellular repair begins and explains why most people never experience these powerful healing benefits. The episode also covers practical strategies for fasting safely, including electrolytes, sleep, movement, and how to properly break a prolonged fast. Plus, Ben shares alternative fasting approaches for those not ready to attempt a full 7-day fast and explains why fasting may be one of the most powerful healing tools available for fat loss, longevity, brain health, and inflammation support. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

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What if your “slow metabolism” isn’t about calories at all… but a hidden thyroid problem nobody has caught yet? In this eye-opening episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with renowned thyroid expert Dr. Amie Hornaman to uncover the real connection between thyroid health, stubborn belly fat, fatigue, hormone dysfunction, and metabolic resistance. Dr. Amie explains why millions of people are being told their labs are “normal” while still struggling with weight gain, brain fog, constipation, hair loss, anxiety, and exhaustion. She reveals why standard thyroid testing often misses the real issue, how reverse T3 can completely shut down fat burning, and why many people feel worse even while taking thyroid medication. Ben and Dr. Amie also break down the dangerous myth of “eat less and exercise more,” the truth about fasting with hypothyroidism, why insulin resistance and thyroid dysfunction go hand in hand, and how hidden inflammation, stress, toxins, and gluten may be sabotaging your metabolism. If you’ve been doing everything “right” and still can’t lose weight or feel good, this conversation may finally explain why. 🔑 Key Topics Covered The hidden connection between thyroid health and visceral belly fat Why many people gain weight “looking at a brownie” when thyroid function is low The difference between T4, T3, and reverse T3 Why TSH alone is not enough to evaluate thyroid health The real reason many thyroid medications fail to help symptoms How reverse T3 puts the body into “survival mode” Why chronic dieting and overexercising can worsen thyroid function The dangerous downside of “eat less and move more” How hypothyroidism affects insulin resistance and cholesterol The connection between liver health and thyroid hormone conversion Why fasting can still work for women with thyroid issues when done correctly The truth about iodine and why it remains controversial Common thyroid symptoms most people ignore Why gluten may worsen Hashimoto’s and thyroid autoimmunity How fatigue, constipation, hair loss, frozen shoulder, and brain fog can all relate to thyroid dysfunction The importance of testing thyroid antibodies and reverse T3 Why many women are misdiagnosed or gaslit about thyroid symptoms How stress hormones impact metabolism and fat loss The emotional and mental toll of undiagnosed thyroid dysfunction Practical first steps to begin improving thyroid health 📘 Resources & Links Mentioned 📘 Book: The Thyroid Fix by Dr. Amie Hornaman 👉 The Thyroid Fix Book 🎁 Dr. Amie mentioned special bonuses available with purchase of The Thyroid Fix, including: Access to a private live event/Q&A Bonus podcast vault Supplement discounts Giveaway opportunities 🌐 Dr. Amie Hornaman Website: 👉 Dr. Amie Website 🎧 Podcast: 👉 The Thyroid Fixer Podcast 📸 Instagram: 👉 Dr. Amie Hornaman Instagram 👥 Facebook Group: 👉 Fix Your Thyroid Facebook Group 📘 Book Mentioned by Ben Azadi: Metabolic Freedom 👉 Metabolic Freedom Book Bonus Page 🌐 Ben Azadi Events & Speaking Schedule: 👉 Ben Azadi Events 👤 About the Guest Dr. Amie Hornaman is a nationally recognized thyroid expert, functional medicine practitioner, and founder of the Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization. She is also the host of The Thyroid Fixer Podcast and has helped thousands of people overcome hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, hormone dysfunction, weight loss resistance, and metabolic issues through a root-cause approach to healing. Her latest book, The Thyroid Fix, provides a practical guide for understanding thyroid labs, symptoms, treatment options, and metabolic health. Follow Ben Azadi 🌐 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.benazadi.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/ketokamp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

🔥CLICK For Your Complete 14 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE - https://bit.ly/4uySE8k  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) If you’re over 40, your workouts may be doing more harm than good without you even realizing it. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down the 5 worst exercises for people over 40 that may increase inflammation, elevate cortisol, damage joints, accelerate muscle loss, and negatively impact longevity. From long-distance running on pavement to heavy barbell back squats, sit-ups, crunches, and high-impact HIIT workouts, Ben explains the science behind why these exercises become more problematic as we age.  You’ll also learn smarter alternatives that support healthy aging, including zone 2 cardio, strength training, walking, rucking, and functional core exercises designed to preserve muscle, protect your spine, improve recovery, and help you feel stronger for decades to come. Ben also shares why muscle mass is one of the greatest predictors of lifespan and how shifting from intensity to longevity-focused training can completely transform your health after 40.  Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

🔥CLICK to Get the Only Olive Oil I Trust (Buy 2, Get 1 FREE) → https://freshpressolive.com/4dt27bz  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) In this episode, Ben Azadi shares the results of a 10-day olive oil experiment where he consumed three tablespoons of high polyphenol extra virgin olive oil daily. What started as a simple self-experiment quickly turned into a deep dive into inflammation, cravings, metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and visceral fat loss. Ben breaks down the science behind olive oil’s powerful compounds like oleocanthal, explains why most people are using olive oil incorrectly, and reveals the exact protocol he followed to improve satiety, energy, recovery, and waist circumference without changing his workouts or diet. He also uncovers: The biggest mistake people make with olive oil Why quality matters more than quantity How olive oil impacts GLP-1 signaling and appetite The connection between inflammation and stubborn belly fat What happened to his sleep, cravings, and energy levels during the experiment This episode is packed with practical strategies and research-backed insights for anyone looking to optimize their metabolism and improve overall health naturally. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Equip Foods Prime Protein (20% off — code BENAZADI): https://bit.ly/4exTTjy  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Everyone's talking about Ozempic — but almost nobody is talking about the $2, 10-second tool that triggers the exact same biological pathway naturally. That tool is protein. And chances are, you're not getting nearly enough of it. The government's protein recommendation of 0.8g per kilogram of body weight was set in 1973 to prevent deficiency — not to optimize your metabolism. Research points to 1.6 to 2.2 grams per kilogram as the real target for satiety, fat loss, and muscle protection. For most people, that gap is enormous, and it's showing up as afternoon crashes, sugar cravings, and constant food noise. Here's why it works: protein triggers GLP-1 — the same fullness hormone Ozempic is designed to mimic, completely naturally. It slows digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, and burns 20 to 30 percent of its own calories through digestion alone. Studies show that people who hit adequate protein targets spontaneously eat hundreds of fewer calories per day without dieting, experience fewer cravings, protect their muscle mass, and recover faster. The challenge isn't knowing you need protein. It's consistently hitting the target every day. That's where a clean, high-quality protein supplement earns its place, not as a replacement for whole foods, but as a practical backup on busy days. Ben's go-to is Equip Foods Prime Protein: four ingredients, grass-fed beef protein, no seed oils, no fillers, no whey, and it comes out to about $2 per serving. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

🔥FREE GUIDE: The 5 Step Egg Rules To Speed Up Fat Loss HERE - https://bit.ly/4reW12s📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Most people assume eggs are one of the cleanest foods they can buy. But what's actually inside that carton — and inside your body after eating it — may be very different from what the label suggests. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down the seven things happening to commercial eggs right now that most people have never heard of. Starting with the foundation: whatever the chicken eats ends up in the egg, and ends up in you. From there, Ben walks through how commercial feed is loaded with genetically modified corn, soy, and glyphosate — how label terms like "natural," "farm fresh," and "vegetarian fed" are legally meaningless marketing language — and how cage-free and pasture-raised certifications often describe conditions that look nothing like the imagery on the carton. Ben also exposes how yolk color is routinely engineered using synthetic pigments and a literal color fan deck, what's legally permitted in commercial chicken feed that will never appear on your egg carton (antibiotics, mold inhibitors, growth enhancers, and more), and why American eggs are chemically washed and oil-coated in a process that strips the shell's natural protective bloom. He also reveals how eggs on store shelves can be quietly swapped between cartons, making sell-by dates unreliable. Ben shares a striking story from his interview with triple board-certified physician Dr. Zach Bush about a patient whose weekly panic attacks were traced back to daily commercial egg consumption — and disappeared when she switched. The episode closes with Ben's three personal rules for buying clean eggs: buy local and see the chickens yourself, look for pasture-raised with a real third-party certification seal (not just the words), and use the crack test to assess egg quality at home. Eggs aren't the problem. Sourced correctly, they can be one of the most powerful anti-aging, fat-burning foods available. Ben also shares a free guide — the Keto Egg Rules to Melt Fat — to help you use eggs the right way to support fat burning, stable energy, and reduced cravings. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

What if the products you use every single day for “oral health”… are actually harming your body? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Ben Azadi sits down with biological dentists Dr. Shawn Javid and Dr. Ben Javid to uncover the hidden truth about modern dentistry and its impact on your overall health. With over 44 years of combined experience and 10,000+ patients treated, the Javid brothers explain why conventional dental practices often miss the root cause of chronic illness. You’ll discover how antiseptic mouthwash, fluoride toothpaste, root canals, and even poor breathing habits may be contributing to inflammation, fatigue, brain fog, and long-term disease. This episode goes far beyond teeth. It reveals how your mouth is directly connected to your gut, brain, hormones, and entire immune system. If you want to optimize your health from the inside out, this conversation will completely change how you think about oral care. 🔑 Key Topics Covered Why antiseptic mouthwash may destroy your oral microbiome and increase disease risk The shocking truth about fluoride and its impact on brain health How oral bacteria imbalance affects your gut, heart, and immune system Why nutrition is the foundation of strong teeth and overall health The real dangers of root canals and hidden infections How oral health connects to systemic inflammation and chronic illness The truth about veneers and when they may or may not be appropriate Why sleep apnea is massively underdiagnosed and linked to major diseases The role of airway health, breathing, and nitric oxide production Why mouth taping can improve sleep quality and overall health How childhood development, jaw structure, and diet affect lifelong health   🎧 Resources & Links Mentioned 🌐 My Smile Body Clinic: https://mysmilebody.com 📍 Location: Los Angeles / Southern California 👨‍⚕️ Biological Dentist Resource: https://iaomt.org   👤 About the Guests Dr. Shawn Javid & Dr. Ben Javid are biological dentists and founders of My Smile Body, a holistic dental and health optimization center in California. With decades of experience, they specialize in identifying root causes of oral and systemic disease, combining dentistry with functional medicine, airway health, and biohacking. Follow Ben Azadi 🌐 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.benazadi.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/ketokamp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

🔥CLICK For Your Complete 14 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE - https://bit.ly/4tgoK96  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Most people don't start worrying about Alzheimer's until stage four or five. But the metabolic changes that drive cognitive decline often begin decades earlier — silently, without a single warning sign. In this episode, Ben Azadi walks you through an educational framework of the five stages of Alzheimer's progression, explains why so many people are unknowingly living in Stage 3, and gives you four actionable levers to protect your brain starting today. The real villain isn't aging or genetics. It's brain insulin resistance, chronic neuroinflammation, mitochondrial decline, and reduced glucose metabolism — what researchers call metabolic brain dysfunction. A 2008 Lancet Neurology study showed reduced brain glucose metabolism in individuals years before any diagnosis. This is why Alzheimer's is increasingly referred to as Type 3 Diabetes. Ben breaks down each stage — from the silent metabolic shift of Stage 1 (no symptoms, but damage quietly underway) through Stage 3, where most people are living right now with subtle memory slips they're dismissing as normal aging, all the way to the advanced dependence of Stage 5. The through line: this didn't start where it's diagnosed. It started metabolically, decades before. The four levers that matter most: insulin control through low-carb eating and intermittent fasting, daily movement to improve cerebral blood flow, inflammation reduction through omega-3-rich foods and quality sleep, and mitochondrial support through strength training, adequate protein, and ketosis. Ben also covers the powerful role of BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) — the brain's version of Miracle-Gro — and answers listener questions on genetics, exercise, sleep, and why the medical system rarely addresses the metabolic roots of cognitive decline. Your brain is not just aging. It's adapting every day to the signals you send it. And the good news — you can change the signal. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

🔥CLICK to Get Your Magnesium (20% off code FREEDOM) HERE → https://bit.ly/4w9MU6I  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) What if stubborn belly fat, post-meal crashes, and stalled workouts after 40 have nothing to do with carbs, hormones, or aging — and everything to do with one mineral your cells are starving for? In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down the real root of insulin resistance: a cellular signaling failure, not a willpower problem. Drawing on his own transformation — losing 80 pounds of fat in nine months — Ben explains how magnesium controls the two critical steps that allow your muscle cells to receive insulin's signal and clear glucose from the bloodstream. Without it, insulin keeps calling, but your cells can't pick up the phone. Ben covers the published research showing that the highest magnesium intake group had a 71% lower risk of worsening insulin resistance, why 93% of Americans may already be affected without knowing it, and why your vitamin D supplement may be doing nothing if magnesium is missing from the equation. You'll walk away with a practical three-layer protocol — the right forms and dosage of magnesium, a simple post-meal movement strategy that bypasses insulin entirely, and how to use the overnight recovery window to reset insulin sensitivity while you sleep. If you've tried everything and nothing has moved the needle, this episode will change the way you see your metabolism. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

🔥CLICK For Your Complete 14 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE - https://bit.ly/4tgoK96  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Most people trying to lose weight are focused on eating less and doing more — but that's not what actually moves the needle. In this episode, Ben Azadi shares the three-step protocol he used to lose 80 pounds and go from 34% body fat to 6% — and has kept it off for over 18 years. The real reason fat loss stalls isn't lack of discipline. It's a hormonal signaling problem. Your body may be receiving the signal to store fat even when you're trying harder. Before you can accelerate results, you have to remove what's blocking them. Step one: Close the kitchen 3–4 hours before bed. Late-night eating depletes willpower, triggers poor food choices, disrupts deep and REM sleep, and raises resting heart rate — all of which keep you in fat-storage mode. A hard eating cutoff eliminates the majority of bad food decisions and unlocks deeper, more restorative fat-burning sleep. Step two: Delay your first meal. Fat burning only happens when insulin is low. By extending your overnight fast to 12, 14, or 16 hours, you give your body the time it needs to burn through sugar reserves and tap into stored fat — the belly fat, visceral fat, and love handles. Let the window build naturally and your hunger will adapt. Step three: Fix your meal order. Lead every meal with protein, healthy fat, and fiber before anything else. This blunts the glucose response, keeps insulin low, and shifts your body into fat-burning mode faster. If you include carbs, have them last. Stack these three habits in the right order and fat loss becomes less effort and more efficient. Ben also shares a simple three-phase system — Reset, Burn, Lock It In — to help you build momentum without burning out. If you want a complete day-by-day plan, Ben's 14-Day Fat Loss Reset Guide walks you through everything step by step — what to eat, when to eat, how to crush cravings, and how to stay consistent without overthinking it. It's $17 with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club (exclusive buy-2-get-1-free deal): https://freshpressolive.com/3QxTG5P  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) If you're bloated, constipated, and gaining stubborn belly fat — more fiber isn't the answer. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down the real reason your body is stuck: a vicious cycle of inflammation, backed-up waste, and fat storage that feeds itself. When waste sits in your gut too long, your body begins reabsorbing it, driving inflammation that signals your body to store even more fat. The fix isn't a supplement or a stricter diet. It's one tablespoon of high-quality extra virgin olive oil — taken first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Backed by clinical research showing nearly a 70% reduction in constipation severity in just four weeks, EVOO lubricates the digestive tract, stimulates bile production, and activates natural gut motility — without forcing the system the way laxatives do. The catch? Quality is everything. Most olive oils on store shelves are oxidized, diluted, or stripped of the polyphenols that make this work. Ben shares exactly what to look for, how to taste-test your oil at home, and the one brand he trusts — Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club — with an exclusive buy-two-get-one-free deal for his community. When your body finally starts releasing properly, everything shifts: less bloating, flatter stomach, better energy, fewer cravings, and fat loss that doesn't require willpower. Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

What if the reason belly fat won’t budge after 40… has nothing to do with willpower—and everything to do with your gut? In this powerful episode, Ben Azadi sits down with Cynthia Thurlow to unpack the real reason women struggle with weight gain, fatigue, and hormonal chaos in midlife. Drawing from her new book, The Menopause Gut, Cynthia explains why perimenopause and menopause are far more complex than just declining estrogen—and why the gut microbiome may be the missing piece most women (and doctors) overlook. They break down how stress, sleep, muscle loss, ultra-processed foods, and hidden hormonal shifts create the perfect storm for weight loss resistance. You’ll also discover why common “healthy habits” like excessive cardio, under-eating protein, or over-fasting can actually make things worse. If you’ve ever felt like your body stopped responding after 40, this episode will completely change how you approach fat loss, hormones, and long-term health.   🔑 Key Topics Covered Why belly fat after 40 is not about calories but hormones and metabolism The connection between gut health and every major system in the body How declining estrogen impacts insulin sensitivity and fat storage The role of cortisol and chronic stress in visceral fat gain Why poor sleep directly worsens hormones, cravings, and metabolism How ultra-processed foods hijack hunger and increase calorie intake The truth about intermittent fasting for women in midlife Why strength training beats chronic cardio for fat loss after 40 Early warning signs of metabolic dysfunction before diagnosis How gut health affects hormones, inflammation, and detoxification 🔥 Key Takeaways Your metabolism after 40 is hormone-driven, not calorie-driven Gut health is central to fat loss, energy, and aging Muscle is your metabolic currency Stress management is non-negotiable for fat loss You must adapt your strategy as your body changes  🛒 Products and Resources Mentioned 📘 Book: The Menopause Gut👉 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/777129/the-menopause-gut-by-cynthia-thurlow-np/ A comprehensive guide exploring how gut health influences hormones, inflammation, metabolism, and aging—designed to support women navigating midlife and beyond with a more holistic, science-backed approach.   👤 About the Guest Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, author, and internationally recognized expert in women’s health, with a focus on perimenopause, menopause, and metabolic health. With over two decades of clinical experience and a background in cardiology, she now helps women understand the powerful connection between hormones, lifestyle, and the gut microbiome. She is also the host of the Everyday Wellness Podcast and a leading voice in integrative and functional health education. Follow Ben Azadi 🌐 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.benazadi.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/ketokamp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find All The Ben Azadi Show Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals