What if there was a way to enhance brain energy metabolism, combat age-related cognitive decline, and even prevent modern health issues like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cancer? Dom D'Agostino shares the secrets at the intersection of neuroscience and metabolic health, from exploration of the ketogenic diet's potential in preserving neuronal activity even under extreme conditions to his insights on the impacts of space on mitochondria. In our quest for optimal health, we often overlook the impo...
Oct 31, 2023•58 min•Ep. 115
Many of the available medicines for respiratory problems only treat the symptoms, but hardly the root cause. Additionally, after many decades of use, some of these medications have been proven to include ineffective ingredients. This prompted Dr. Nazlie Latefi, the founder of Applied Biological Laboratories and the brain behind Biovanta, to seek an innovative approach to target the underlying issue: inflammation. In this episode, she discusses the differences between acute and chronic inflammati...
Oct 24, 2023•45 min•Ep. 114
Can you imagine a life where every celebration, every comfort, and every meal is dominated by a substance that's silently damaging your health? That's how Florence Christophers put it as she shared her personal story of sugar addiction, from her first realization of the harmful impact sugar was having on her health, to her discovery of the Sugar Blues book, and finally, her road to overcoming her addiction. Research reveals that sugar's addictive qualities function in our brains similarly to oth...
Oct 17, 2023•55 min•Ep. 113
Ever been puzzled at the sight of a distance runner struggling with weight issues? Doug Reynolds, a former runner turned metabolic health expert, shares his personal tale of weight gain in his late 40s, and the transformative journey he embarked on as a result of a low-carb diet. His dedication to raising awareness of the benefits of a low-carb lifestyle gave birth to Low Carb USA. His goal was to let more people learn and understand low carb, so armed with his skill of conducting conferences, h...
Oct 10, 2023•52 min•Ep. 112
How come weight gain remains a common struggle for individuals with type 2 diabetes, despite maintaining a restricted diet? Harriet Verkoelen sheds light on the misconceptions surrounding insulin and type 2 diabetes, underscoring the importance of insulin resistance testing, and discussing hyperinsulinemia which could be a far more severe risk factor than high glucose levels. The mainstream understanding and treatment of type 2 diabetes could be flawed, but there's not enough attention given to ...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 111
"That's what we all became health practitioners for, right? We want an income, but not at the expense of the well-being of our clients and patients. And it's so worthwhile when you realize how much good you could do with your knowledge." - Graham Phillips Even though he followed the official government guidelines, pharmacist Graham Phillips got - in his words - "hungrier and fatter by the day." Then he tried what was at that time a revolutionary diet, and quickly lost 10 kilos, (22 pounds.) That...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 110
From the profound connections between metabolic health and conditions such as autism and ADHD to nutrition, integrative neuropsychologist Dr. John Ferrara has utilized functional medical care to improve the situation of children with these conditions. This episode tackles the evolution of our food quality, the complex world of vaccines and their critical, yet controversial, role in health, the emotional debate surrounding adjuvants, and the potential impact of diet and lifestyle changes on the s...
Sep 19, 2023•55 min•Ep. 109
Imagine if one simple practice could unlock the power of your mind, enhance your physical health, and guide you toward greater mindfulness. We've all heard about the benefits of meditation, but how about the untapped potential of breath-holding? Erwan Le Corre, the founder of MovNat and a record-holding expert in breath-hold work, shares his journey from France to the US and reveals how breath-holding can redefine the boundaries of our mental and physical capabilities. Looking into the fascinati...
Sep 12, 2023•58 min•Ep. 108
Could hormones be the secret key to unlocking your metabolic health? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Jay Wrigley, a specialist in functional medicine and hormonal health. As we dive into the intricacies of how hormonal changes impact our metabolism, along with the implications on weight management, we learn that it's not all about diet. We also explore the vital roles of nutrient repletion, hormone replacement, and individualized protocols in helping individuals reach their goals. The discussion...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 107
What could your fitness journey look like if you had a veteran fitness influencer guiding you every step of the way? Our special guest Martin Silva, a renowned fitness professional hailing from Australia, gives us a glimpse into his transformation from being a personal trainer to creating an online transformation program. Martin shares his struggles with food and how he conquered them, which offers a ray of hope for those who have been battling unhealthy lifestyles for over two decades. We then ...
Aug 29, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 106
What if we've been misinterpreting health and wellness all along? This episode is a fascinating journey into questioning the traditional medical approach and exploring a more holistic outlook toward health. Our guest, Dr. Jeff Crippen, a passionate chiropractor, draws upon his own personal health journey and the intriguing insights from his book, Timeless Youth, to challenge our perception of modern healthcare. Do you see any parallels between the Titanic and today's healthcare system? Dr. Jeff ...
Aug 22, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 105
Do you ever feel trapped in your own body, weighed down by unhealthy habits and a toxic environment? Join us as we sit down with Ben Azadi, the mastermind behind one of the largest keto communities, who shares his transformative journey from childhood obesity, depression, and addictions, to a vibrant, healthy adult, all through the power of mindful eating and healthy habits. In a truly inspiring discussion, Ben reveals how he found purpose in health, particularly through the ketogenic diet and f...
Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 104
Imagine this: your parents - the pillars of your life - are locked in a battle of metabolic illnesses and you are helpless. This is the stark reality that our guest, Olivia Khwaja, faced which led her to pivot from a corporate career to a journey of exploration into the world of nutrition. This powerful encounter with metabolic disorders fueled Olivia's mission to revolutionize the understanding of nutrition and its profound impact on metabolic health. Olivia's journey led her not just through t...
Aug 08, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 103
Ever battled with weight and health issues and wondered if there's a way out? From struggling with weight and health problems to adopting a zero-carb, carnivore lifestyle, Kelly Hogan's candid and relatable narrative traverses struggles, an empathetic doctor's intervention, and her discovery of the power of nutritional understanding. She generously shares her journey behind the scenes of her blog, My Zero Carb Life, addressing common queries from her coaching clients and presenting an honest acc...
Aug 01, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 102
Ever wonder why some women seem to handle the challenges of menopause and aging with grace, while others struggle with symptoms that often go untreated? Dr. Kyrin Dunston herself struggled with that. As a traditionally trained OBGYN, she transitioned to alternative medicine to conquer her personal health crisis. She then dared to question the approach to women's health, especially as it relates to hormonal imbalances and midlife metabolic mayhem. Dr. Kyrin discussed how symptoms like weight gain...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 101
And before we know it, we're now on our 100th episode! Let the confetti fly! From metabolic health awareness to actually getting more than enlightening conversations, and breakthroughs with the most fascinating guests, our hearts are filled with gratitude to reach this significant point. None of this would have been possible without you, our incredible listeners. We have now formed a community to help and build each other out, making sure we stay off Dr. Ovadia's operating table. We dedicate thi...
Jul 18, 2023•40 min•Ep. 100
Eliminate processed food in your diet. That's the clear message of Dr. Chris Knnobe, a pioneering nutrition researcher and author who connected the dots between our modern diets and the rise of chronic diseases. As an ophthalmologist, he learned the great impact of processed foods on macular degeneration, the leading cause of irreversible vision loss and blindness, and for the past years, he has focused on intensive cross-nation research which now revolutionizes the way we look at food. In this ...
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 99
An advocate of a diet predominantly focused on meat consumption, Dr. Shawn Baker challenged the preconceived views about nutrition as he talks about his personal journey that led him to adopt a meat-based diet and the unexpected health advantages it provided for both him and his patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. He also discussed its implications for conditions like addiction, diabetes, mental health, and neurological diseases, and how dietary cholesterol has long been demonized when it ca...
Jul 04, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 98
From being an obese kid to getting diagnosed with type-1 diabetes, Dr. Andrew Koutnik, an expert in exercise physiology and type-1 diabetes management, shares his personal journey and the power of lifestyle, nutrition, and exercise to improve health outcomes. With the rising incidence of type 1 diabetes and obesity, as well as the challenges faced by those living with this lifelong condition, Dr. Koutnik sheds light on the limitations of traditional carb-counting strategies and the potential ben...
Jun 27, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 97
What happens when an electrical engineer combines his passions for nutrition and biochemistry to help others live healthier lives? That's exactly what Craig Emmerich and his wife Maria have done by creating a successful nutrition business and co-authoring numerous books on the benefits of a low-carb, ketogenic diet. In this jam-packed episode, Craig explains the science behind nutrition, how our bodies handle saturated fat, and how our bodies function as a system of inputs and outputs. Craig's e...
Jun 20, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 96
What happens when you go against the consensus and challenge commonly held beliefs in your industry? One of the world's most prolific and accomplished ghostwriters tells us about the power of being "so good they call you fake." From metabolic health to cultivating organic haters for your brand, we explore how breaking barriers and going against the grain can lead to extraordinary results. In this deep dive into ghostwriting, Joshua shares the unique insights he's gained working with experts acro...
Jun 13, 2023•58 min•Ep. 95
80 to 90% of the medical bills in the United States have mistakes, and it’s not in favor of the patient. It wasn’t until Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, an internal medicine physician, and a health insurance executive, witnessed how her hospital roommate was taken advantage of financially that she knew, more than helping insurance companies, it is the patients that need her help the most. With the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), insurance companies now enjoy a system that is significantly...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 94
Ever heard of a business owner providing valuable insight about the importance of health? Jeffrey Feldberg, the founder of Deep Wealth, started his business in his parents’ attic. He ultimately sold it for nine figures. But that's not why he's here. He learned to reverse engineer his failures to make better business decisions. When he experienced the death of his father, it left him devastated. He realized that if he didn’t take care of his own health, he wouldn’t be able to achieve the success ...
May 30, 2023•56 min•Ep. 93
Reading the science changed Nina Teicholz’s perspective on nutrition. She’s a journalist and author who is known for her work on nutrition and health. As a vegetarian with a food review column, she had to eat red meat—exactly the dishes she stayed away from. However, upon checking with her doctor, she was surprised to find that her cholesterol actually improved. This experience led Nina to read the science behind nutrition. In this conversation, she tells us why saturated fats are not the villai...
May 23, 2023•56 min•Ep. 92
At 16, she was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and was told she would never be able to have children. To manage her symptoms , the doctors prescribed a bunch of drugs, but offered her no hope of ever reversing her disease. In the ensuing years, she also developed IBS and put on more and more weight. Maria Emmerich was on a slow train to oblivion and a miserable end. Then... she turned it all around. She lost 80 pounds of fat. She reversed her PCOS, reversed her IBS and regained t...
May 16, 2023•58 min•Ep. 91
They didn't teach this in medical school. Orthopedic surgeon Carlos Moreyra had to do his own research to learn that diet plays a crucial role in maintaining orthopedic health. A variety of factors can affect bone strength and density. Your choice of food can either help prevent orthopedic disease or increase the likelihood of orthopedic diseases including osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and even fractures. In this episode, Dr. Moreyra discussed how advanced glycation end products affect bone heal...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 90
From patient care to employee satisfaction, Dr. Sean Murphy gives the lowdown on how the model of physician-owned hospitals improves the quality of care, why nothing escapes the impact of economics even healthcare, and how in this model, their employees go to work with a sense of ownership and pride. It's all a win-win. It’s time to put the care back into healthcare. Quick Guide 07:14 A fully physician-owned hospital 12:02 Physician ownership improves the patient experience 15:45 Nothing escapes...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 89
Dr. Tony Hampton believes that the key to healing lies in addressing the root causes of illness rather than just treating symptoms. This involves knowing the true state of his patients - physically, emotionally, and even mentally. With his NEST and ROPE approach, Dr. Hampton can identify the root cause of his patient's health issues and create a plan that works for them. In this episode, Dr. Hampton emphasizes the importance of eating healthy proteins and fats, why medication should only be a te...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 88
Dave Feldman was an engineer on the verge of developing diabetes. In an effort to better his health, he made the decision to try a low-carb, high-fat diet. His sister and father followed suit. Dave's LDL cholesterol levels increased, but his family's did not. The different results fueled his curiosity to explore the reasons behind this inconsistency. Many people believe that genetics determines how the body processes a high-fat diet, but Daves findings challenged this notion. In this episode, Da...
Apr 18, 2023•52 min•Ep. 87
Why are pregnant women advised to avoid eating fat when fat is one of the building blocks of the human body? Dr. Robert Kiltz provides clear answers and dispels many of the misconceptions that have plagued us for far too long. As a fertility expert who focuses on metabolic health and incorporates nutrition in his practice, he challenges the generally accepted idea of a healthy diet and how it relates to fertility. Couples come to him when they struggle to conceive. And the primary reason, like e...
Apr 11, 2023•57 min•Ep. 86
