What can you do before bed if you want to take your sleep, recovery, mindset, & performance to the next level? In this episode I answer exactly that question. The strategies, practices, and protocols I use and recommend in my functional medicine practice to wind down, de-stress, decompress, and prepare your mind & body for an epic night of sleep. Connect with me on Instagram Check out my Best-Selling book Beyond Nutrition Watch the video version of the podcast on Youtube...
Feb 26, 2021•20 min•Ep. 24
The most important aspect to any exercise program that is often not talked about is movement. The simple act of walking burns belly fat, balances hormones, and can significantly improve your overall health. While exercise is very important, the true key to fat loss, longevity, and overall good health is constant movement throughout the day. It can be more impactful than a 30-60 minute workout! Tune into today’s episode to learn: The difference between movement & exercise Many of the benefits...
Feb 20, 2021•15 min•Ep. 23
Stick to fresh/frozen, real, whole foods and avoid packaged, processed food Incorporate some form of intermittent fasting regularly and occasionally longer periods of fasting Strive for high-quality properly raised/grown food (organic, non-gmo, wild, grass-fed, pasture-raised, etc.) Consume a wide array of colorful plants and spices (“eat the rainbow”) Avoid foods that cause inflammation in the body and be aware of how you feel after eating certain foods. Keep your blood sugar stable. Don’t over...
Feb 16, 2021•18 min•Ep. 22
The choices you make within the first 30 minutes of waking up will prime your mind/body for the day. We want to focus on practices that are simple, time-efficient, and bring you more energy + vitality to crush your day and feel amazing. It’s these quick wins during your morning routine that will also build momentum and self-confidence that you will carry with you throughout your busy day. In this episode, Ryan cover’s the best practices to integrate into your morning. Check out Ryan’s full morni...
Feb 10, 2021•13 min•Ep. 21
Tune into today’s episode to learn how Ryan got into Holistic Health and became so passionate about helping others. He shares how the passing of his mom to cancer inspired him to dedicate his life to helping others reverse disease, feel/perform at their best, and achieve optimal health. Ryan also discusses some strategies and insights on working through hardship and how you can turn your pain into your purpose. Be sure to subscribe to the show, leave a review, and share the podcast with other pe...
Feb 05, 2021•7 min•Ep. 19
As many of you know, I took a break from the podcast this past year, but I have decided to respark the podcast and bring you weekly episodes moving forward! Keep an eye out for tomorrow’s episode on my back story and how I got into holistic health and functional medicine. BE sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share the show with people in your life who you think it can serve. Much Love, Ryan
Feb 05, 2021•1 min•Ep. 18
Do you ever get eye strain or headaches after being on your computer for long periods of time? If so, your not alone. It’s extremely common for most people (myself included) to get eye strain, brain fog, headaches, etc. when staring at a laptop or computer monitor. One of the many reasons for this is that computer monitors actual flicker (as do most modern artificial lights) and that’s one of the many reasons why people get undesirable effects when spending long stretches of time on the computer...
Dec 12, 2019•26 min•Ep. 17
I’m really excited to be joined today by Esther Gokhale who is the creator of the Gokhale Method, a unique, systematic approach to help people find their bodies’ way back to pain-free living. Esther is the author of the book - 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back - which has sold over 100,000 copies and has been translated into eight languages. In 2010, she hosted the nationally televised program Back Pain: The Primal Posture Solution (available on DVD). She’s taught at corporations including google, fac...
Nov 21, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 15
There is so much talk about diet and nutrition these days. Literally thousands of books have been written about which diets are best and why, but one aspect to nutrition and health that's been gaining more and more attention is not what to eat, but rather WHEN TO EAT and the benefits of not eating anything at all for extended periods of time. I’m referring to fasting! I’m super excited to have with me Siim Land Author of the book “Metabolic Autophagy” and we are going to be taking a deep dive to...
Nov 15, 2019•59 min•Ep. 14
My guest on today's show is Brian Sanders, a filmmaker who has been interviewing many of the leading health and nutrition experts for his feature-length documentary FOOD LIES. He is also the host of the Peak Human Podcast. He graduated from UCLA with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and then turned to technology and sold an app company. He’s used his technical background and love for fitness & nutrition to also work as a Health Coach and be the co-founder of the health, media, and technolo...
Nov 07, 2019•50 min•Ep. 13
Aren Bahia is a Canadian born entrepreneur who started off life in a rocky way delving into the depths of organized crime and drug addiction. After finding himself feeling empty from the fast life he went down the spiritual path. Moving to Bali in 2016 he dived into the world of yoga, meditation, and charity work. After completely changing his life around, he then went back into business... this time legally. He’s launched 3 businesses in 3 years and has built an epic life with the right people ...
Oct 31, 2019•28 min•Ep. 12
Matt Maruca founded Ra Optics to make the world's finest blue light blocking glasses, and created The Light Diet, the only diet today that directly addresses the root of the modern chronic disease epidemic, mitochondrial dysfunction, after having suffered from poor health and chronic fatigue at a young age due to technology overuse and an entirely indoor lifestyle. He is now 20 years old and travels the world, studying and teaching about the relevance of light in human health. Links: Ra Optics b...
Oct 24, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 11
Hey Folks! Welcome back to the thriving wellness podcast! Pete Evans is an internationally renowned and household chef, author and television presenter. His passion for food and a healthy lifestyle inspires individuals and families around the world. He created one of the best food documentaries on Netflix (at least in my opinion) called the paleo way. He co-hosts the #1 cooking show in Australia “my kitchen rules” which is in its 10th season and is aired in 160 countries. He’s written a ton of a...
Oct 10, 2019•51 min•Ep. 9
Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald is a Board Certified Anesthesiologist who left her practice of conventional medicine to help coach people on how to become healthier and happier. She teaches them how to create a truly healthy lifestyle and uses her large social media platforms on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram to help educate her followers on how to feed the mind, body and soul and make lasting changes. She privately coaches those that desire extra guidance reaching health and wellness goals via her onlin...
Sep 26, 2019•51 min•Ep. 7
Alicia Cook is an established writer and award-winning activist from New Jersey whose work has been featured in numerous media outlets including the NY Post; CNN; USA Today; the HuffPost; LA Times; American Songwriter Magazine; and Bustle. Her bestselling book of poetry, “Stuff I’ve Been Feeling Lately” was a finalist in the 2016 Goodreads Choice Awards. Her activism to fight the opioid epidemic is far-reaching and has garnered a worldwide readership. She advocates for families affected by drug ...
Sep 19, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 6
Men’s Health Influencer Founder @TheMENtour With Juvan's initiative, the Ultimate Men's Health Symposium in Sydney is going to be held 15-17 November. This gathering will bring together some of the brightest minds across industries to tackle the world's most critical challenges as it pertains to the mental and emotional wellbeing of men. Over the course of the weekend, they will foster lively debates and generate rich networking opportunities while showcasing the latest innovations and solutions...
Sep 12, 2019•42 min•Ep. 5
So many people are constantly dealing with low energy levels and overconsuming caffeine and other stimulants just to get through the day and it’s really a result of their lifestyle practices which have caused their bodies underlying energy produces mechanisms to not function properly. I recently stumbled upon the work of a physician named Dr Sarah Myhill who is extremely knowledgeable on this topic of energy and chronic fatigue She’s helped over 10,000 people who suffered from chronic fatigue sy...
Sep 09, 2019•49 min•Ep. 4
Introduction Dai Manuel is a super dad, dating his wife, with a lead by example way of living and a contagious personality, who is on a mission to positively impact one million role models around the globe to lead a FUN-ctionally fit life through education, encouragement, and community . He is an award-winning digital thought leader and author , Distinguished Toastmaster & keynote speaker, former partner and Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar retail company , and a sought afte...
Sep 08, 2019•52 min•Ep. 3
A Favorite quote: There is no treatment or drug - which can overcome or negate - the effects of a poor diet, inadequate nutrition, lack of exercise, and an unhealthy lifestyle. (David Getoff 1998) David is a Board Certified Traditional Naturopath, a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist, and Fellow of the American Association of Integrative medicine. He is an elected member of The American College of Nutrition, The International College of Integrative Medicine, The New York Academy of Sciences a...
Sep 05, 2019•48 min•Ep. 2
