Satisfying hunger is a fundamental human need crucial for survival and well-being. Hunger signals the body's need for nourishment, energy, and nutrients. But many of us suffer from feeling safety around food. This concept has been growing in recognition because many people are beginning to realize the vast emotional component to eating that was often neglected or outright dismissed in the workd of diet culture. To dive into this concept, we invited Ali Shapiro to the show. Ali created the health...
Sep 19, 2023•45 min
There are many commonalities between mental health and weight loss. In fact many of the lifestyle choices that we make create poor outcomes in both of these areas. Emotional factors, like stress, depression, and anxiety, often trigger unhealthy eating patterns, leading to weight gain. Conversely, excess weight can exacerbate mental health issues, perpetuating a cycle of negative emotions and overeating. Lifestyle choices, such as sleep, exercise, and nutrition, significantly impact both mental w...
Sep 05, 2023•46 min
Often, we neglect to recognize the true importance of our liver in our day to day lives. In this episode, we are going to give the liver some much needs love and attention to acknowledge how critical it is for our overall health. In the world of weight loss, the liver plays a pivotal role in due to its involvement in metabolic processes, fat metabolism, and detoxification. A well-functioning liver aids in optimizing metabolism, regulating hormones, and processing nutrients efficiently, contribut...
Aug 22, 2023•46 min
Diet and exercise is aren’t the only shows in town when it comes to weight loss. Sleep plays a crucial role in weight loss due to its impact on various physiological processes. Sleep supports hormone regulation, specifically leptin and ghrelin, which control appetite and hunger. Inadequate sleep disrupts this balance, leading to increased hunger and food cravings, and reduced satiety. Moreover, during deep sleep, the body undergoes essential metabolic and restorative processes that aid weight lo...
Aug 01, 2023•33 min
All the dieting in the world may not help you. In other words, there's more to wellness than a healthy diet. The word wellness is most often used to describe an aspirational state of physical health, attained by attention to diet and lifestyle. This episode expands on this and emphasizes the impact of integrating authentic connection with family, friends, colleagues, spirit, and the natural world. To share these often overlooked pillars, we invited Dr. Alona Pulde and Dr. Matthew Lederman to the...
Jul 18, 2023•42 min
Are you finding it increasingly difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle as you enter your 40s? Don't worry, you're not alone. This is a truly challenging time highlighted by slower metabolism, hormonal changes, and just a busier lifestyle. But there's a way to combat these challenges head on and create a lifestyle that promotes health as we age. To discuss his signature approach on how to accomplish this, we invited Dr. Anthony Balduzzi to the show. Dr. Balduzzi is the founder of the Fit Fathe...
Jul 03, 2023•39 min
The truth hurts, and blood sugar levels don't lie. Blood sugar levels provide vital insights into our health, making them an indispensable metric. Their accuracy stems from their ability to reveal the body's true metabolic state. By monitoring and maintaining optimal blood sugar levels through diet, exercise, and lifestyle, individuals can mitigate health complications and promote overall well-being. To dive deeper into this topic, we invited Dr. Ben Galyardt to the show. Dr. Ben is the Founder ...
Jun 20, 2023•40 min
The role of dietary fats has undergone a transformative evolution. Formerly demonized, fats are now recognized for their essentiality in optimal health. So to be on the forefront of the scientific research that has unveiled the benefits of healthy fats, such as improved brain function, heart health, and hormonal balance, was an amazing journey lived out by one of the true pioneers in the health space, Udo Erasmus. Udo joins the show to talk about his extensive journey as a health advocate. Udo i...
Jun 06, 2023•47 min
Molecular hydrogen (H2) has been gaining attention as a powerful antioxidant and therapeutic agent in the health space. Study after study credit molecular hydrogen due to its ability to selectively neutralize damaging free radicals in the body. H2 has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects, supports the body's natural detoxification processes, and protects against oxidative stress. Studies have also suggested that drinking hydrogen-rich water or inhaling hydrogen gas may improved cognitive...
May 08, 2023•43 min
A diagnosis of diabetes isn’t just a diagnosis of diabetes. It is important to know the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. They are two distinct conditions that require different approaches to management and treatment. And while blood sugar and insulin are key players in both, knowing the difference between the two types of diabetes can help people understand their own risk factors and take steps to prevent or manage the condition. To help us navigate these differences, we invited Me...
Apr 26, 2023•30 min
Procrastination around dieting is a common issue that many people face. Whether it's putting off meal planning or postponing starting a new diet, the temptation to delay can be overwhelming. However, this behavior can be detrimental to achieving any of our weight loss goals. It's important to recognize the underlying reasons for this and take steps to overcome it. To talk about this, we invited Sonia Jhas to the show. Sonia is the author of I’ll Start Again Tomorrow (And Other Lies I’ve Told Mys...
Apr 10, 2023•43 min
Toxins can play a significant role in weight gain and weight loss. Our bodies are bombarded by toxins from a variety of sources, including food, the air we breathe, and the products we use. These toxins can accumulate in our bodies over time and can disrupt our hormonal balance, metabolism, and immune system, which can lead to weight gain. However, by reducing our exposure to toxins and supporting our body's natural detoxification processes, we can improve our overall health and promote weight l...
Mar 29, 2023•41 min
Autoimmunity and our weight are linked in several ways. Autoimmune disorders are conditions in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues, causing inflammation and damage. Many autoimmune disorders are associated with weight, and in order to resolve them both, we need to get to the root cause of the autoimmunity. To break down all the ways in which autoimmunity and weight loss are linked, we invited Dr. Krista Coombs to the show. Dr. Coombs joins the show to share ...
Mar 22, 2023•43 min
In the world we live in that's dominated by diet culture, it often feels like we can't operate without some form of restriction when it comes to what we eat. So when the concept of intuitive eating comes up, many of us just don't feel comfortable trusting our natural instincts and listen to the hints our body suggests. Intuitive eating also doesn't mean that we can eat whatever, whenever and however much we want mindlessly. To help us navigate this artform, we invited Kim Hynes to the show. Kim ...
Mar 14, 2023•38 min
We all are familiar with prescription drugs and supplements. However, Medical Foods are a unique category of FDA regulated products that meet the distinctive nutritional requirements or metabolic deficiencies of a particular disease state. Medical Foods have shown to support life or maintain homeostasis by adjusting the nutritional needs of the particular medical condition, obesity being one of the conditions that Medical Foods can address. To dive into this new topic and how it assists in weigh...
Mar 01, 2023•40 min
Sometimes what we see in the mirror isn’t a true reflection of what’s going on. Our perception of our bodies can be very deceptive. If we struggle with a poor body image, we can experience a cascade of issues that can lead to eating disorders, exercise addiction, and other destructive behaviors that are unhealthy. We invited Kelly Gifford to the show to discuss this issue. Kelly joins the show to share her tips on how to heal a poor body image and how to cultivate real confidence. She is the own...
Feb 21, 2023•36 min
Wouldn't it be nice to finally have that magic pill in the weight loss world? We can't say we have discovered it in Omega-3's yet, but the overall health benefits that it possesses are so vast that there is a huge argument to get it in your supplementation routine. And as our philosophy holds strong that weight loss is a byproduct of health, Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to a healthy weight especially since Omega-3's reduce inflammation and improves insulin sensitivity. To break down the ben...
Feb 14, 2023•43 min
A plant based diet is another tool worth looking into if you are trying to shed pounds while embracing a healthy and ethical lifestyle. But, just like any other diet, there's a proper way to go about embarking on a plant based journey besides just cutting out the meat. There is a methodology to this approach and a science behind why plant based diets are getting weight loss results. To dive into the science behind the relationship between veganism and weight loss, we invited Nafsika Antypas to t...
Jan 31, 2023•34 min
One of the most common complaints that poeple make on their weight loss journey is that there’s just too much noise when it comes to weight loss advice. By noise we mean all the talk of the various fad diets and trends that seem to always contradict one another. It is easily understandable how a person can easily be frustrated by this and get a feeling of hopelessness and quit before they start. So what if we had a blueprint that helps ditch the fad diets and helps to lose weight sustainably wit...
Jan 18, 2023•46 min
Functional Medicine is making its presence known in the health and wellness arena big time. With the current health landscape, people are truly looking for a better way to deal with their health crisises that are outside of the current model. This is really showing up when it comes to weight management. Given the explosion of the obesity epidemic and the current solutions that the medical establishment is providing, it clearly isn’t working. To discuss how this approach is benefitting individual...
Jan 10, 2023•36 min
As we kick off the new year, we felt that it would be great to start with the hottest health topic going on right now: Intermittent Fasting. Especially now, right after a holiday season of excess, people are trying to right the ship and one of the best strategies out there would be to incorporate intermittent fasting. To show us the proper way to approach this lifestyle, we invited Cynthia Thurlow to the show. Cynthia is a nurse practitioner, intermittent fasting and nutrition expert, and a two-...
Jan 01, 2023•56 min
Did you know that within three years of starting a diet, only 5% of dieters have actually maintained their weight loss? Knowing what we know about dieting and diet culture, that number isn't that shocking. The industry itself does not foster the abillity for people to make sustainable and long lasting changes. Trust me, they don't call it yo-yo dieting for nothing. To help us become one of those in elite company, we invited Paul Salter to the show. Paul is the author of The Maintain My Weight Lo...
Dec 15, 2022•34 min
Whenever you are trying to lose weight, it's typical to hear a number of restrictions that we would have to put into place to do so. These restrictions are also the main reason why so many people have such a difficult time enjoying sustainable weight loss and are trapped in a vicious cycle of dieting. Does this have to be this way? Rachel Freiman does not believe so. Rachel is the CEO of MindStrong Fitness, lover of donuts, and the the author of the bestselling book Becoming MindStrong: The Trut...
Dec 07, 2022•36 min
Have you been on a strict diet and you just aren't losing any weight? Are you eating all the "right" foods and you don't see any movement on the scale? Are those same foods also not sitting right with you and you don't feel well overall? If so, maybe you can benefit from a low Oxalate Diet. To break down how oxalates affect you, we invited Monique Attinger to the show. Monique is known as the Low Ox Coach and is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist who focuses on dietary oxalate reduction and compl...
Nov 22, 2022•57 min
Metabolic health is the key to living a healthy lifestyle and to maintaining a healthy weight. If our metabolic health is out of sorts, it creates a cascade of health issues that are very difficult to reverse unless we get to the root of the dysfunction. Through testing and lifestyle changes, we are able to reverse many of these issues and allow for healing opportunities throughout the body. To discuss the concept of metabolic chaos and what we can do about it, we invited Reed Davis to the show....
Nov 15, 2022•42 min
There’s a lot of truth in the idea that we can’t get away with a lot of things in our health in our later years opposed to when we were in our 20’s. Things surely change and it is quite common that many of us fall off physically as we age. And while the slowing down of our bodies does happen, it isn’t the main cause of the overall decline. To discuss why this tends to happen and to provide solutions, we invited Bill Vogel to the show. Bill is a Certified Health and Longevity Coach who specifical...
Nov 08, 2022•39 min
Our results are based on formulas that we implement every day. We can look at any aspect of our lives and see that our actions are the reasons we are in the predicaments we currently are in, good or bad. So what if there was an equation to identify how our mind can drive our actions in order to get the health results we really want? To discuss this concept and to introduce us to the concept of Mind Math, we invited Tracy Pleschourt to the show. Tracy is the Founder of Self-Made U and the Host of...
Oct 25, 2022•38 min
Is there a magic number of pounds to lose that can keep weight off forever? James Keck believes so! He makes a compelling argument that if you are able to lose 20 pounds, the exact same principles apply in order to lose 30, 40, or 100 pounds! Once that formula is realized on an individual basis, the amount of weight you can lose is limitless. James is the author of Lose 20 Pounds, Keep it off Forever and the owner of Kuma Health and Wellness in La Grange, IL. His goal is to provide everyone with...
Oct 18, 2022•30 min
Diet culture is a real thing. If you were to take a poll, the vast majority of people are currently on some form of a diet. And while this seems like a normal thing nowadays, it wasn't always that way. In fact, we intuitively know exactly what we need to eat. This knowing unfortunately, has been hijacked. To help us get this ability back on track, we invited Victoria Yates to the show. Victoria is a registered Nurse and Intuitive Eating Counselor who is passionate about helping high-achieving wo...
Oct 11, 2022•32 min
How many times have you heard that a person is too busy to get fit? It is a common excuse many people make. Busy people have two fundamental problems when it comes to staying in shape. They don’t have a lot of time, and they need to have information that can be turned into actionable results. Without these, they won’t be able to make the changes that actually work. Unfortunately, these people end up sacrificing their health and fitness and eventually suffer in all areas of their lives. To share ...
Sep 27, 2022•40 min
