Stress, kids, bills, family issues, overhead - with all the demands of day to day life, how do you create more time and energy? In this episode I talk with the founder of Well.org and one of the most influential people in health and green media, Pedram Shojai, about real world steps you can take to feel happier and find peace in your day to day life. You can be a normal, regular person and use the practices you're going to hear about to have more energy, less stress and more fun WITHOUT having t...
Jan 27, 2016•37 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In this episode you're going to get to listen in on a conversation with my dear friend Steve Masley, M.D. Dr. Masley is a physician, nutritionist, author, speaker, award-winning patient educator, and a fellow with the American Heart Association, and you're going to learn about fats you should be eating, fats you should NOT be eating and the keys to living a longer, healthier life. Dr. Masley and I discuss our favorite smart fats, how to cook with delicious oils and fats without damaging them and...
Jan 21, 2016•25 min•Season 1Ep. 57
In this podcast, I walk you through a "miracle morning" so you'll have a productive, mindful, fulfilling day. Yes, coffee is among my miracle-morning strategies! What I don't do is immediately check my email, at least not first thing. Not a good idea! I'll walk you through the one thing that totally frames my day. (I can't imagine the morning without it.) I'll discuss my number-one breakfast routine that keeps me full, focused, and burning fat for hours. (It takes just minutes to do and tastes d...
Oct 14, 2015•10 min•Season 1Ep. 56
I experienced stress's ugly effects several years ago when a hit-and-run driver left my teenage son for dead. Needless to say, those first few months were incredibly stressful. Heartburn was one of the first signs I was stressed out. Yet if there was any time I needed to be game on, it was during that challenging time. I put everything into place to handle any kind of stress (and hopefully you won't ever be in that kind of stress!). In this podcast, I'll tell you how stress wreaks havoc. (Some o...
Oct 07, 2015•13 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Let's be honest: We all want great poops, right? And we all know what it feels like not to have those great poops. In this podcast, I'll teach you how so you never again struggle with constipation and other problems "down there." I'll discuss exactly what a well-formed poop looks like. (Don't worry, it won't be gross!) I'll talk about the magic mineral that keeps you regular (you can get it in the bath!) and the vitamin that complements it. I'll provide easy ways to up your fiber along with wate...
Sep 30, 2015•12 min•Season 1Ep. 54
How does a great night's sleep matter? For just about everything, from energy to fat burning! You know the caffeinated aftermath of a terrible night's sleep. In this podcast, I'll also talk about the hormonal havoc just one night's sleep can create. You'll understand why poor sleep makes you wired and tired, and why we frequently exacerbate that vicious cycle. I'll dissect what a good night's sleep means and some simple strategies that help you get 7 - 9 hours of solid, uninterrupted sleep. You ...
Sep 23, 2015•12 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Newsflash: Cholesterol is not the best predictor of heart disease! In this podcast, I'll tell you what does matter for men and women to maintain cardiovascular (and overall) health. I'll tell you the 3 vitamins that lower homocysteine levels. Did you know it's not "bad" or "good" cholesterol, but the particle size, that best predicts heart disease? I'll share what raises triglyceride levels (hint: it's not dietary fat). I'll talk about the "biggie" vitamin for heart disease that your doc can tes...
Sep 16, 2015•13 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Dairy can actually hurt your bones and swallowing a bunch of calcium pills is not the answer. And guys, osteoporosis is not just something that happens to women. In this podcast, I'll talk about why dietary calcium is just a small part of the overall-bone picture, and why easy shifts can boost your bone health. I'll tell you about the key vitamin that helps you optimize calcium (and why you need to probably supplement). Oh, and while you don't want psychological stress, you need to stress your b...
Sep 09, 2015•11 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In this podcast, I'll talk about why you want to be a fat burner, not a sugar burner. (I know, it sounds a little counterproductive at first.) I'll tell you the signs that you're a sugar burner, and why you're probably eating more sugar than you might realize. You'll learn sneaky sugar sources, why "fat free" often means high-sugar impact, and how to ditch that stubborn belly fat. Turning into a fat burner will help you shed excess weight, build muscle, and boost your energy. I'll give you the p...
Sep 02, 2015•12 min•Season 1Ep. 50
When you zero in on one thing, you can create big changes. In this podcast, I'll show you how picking just one little thing to improve can yield lasting changes. I'll talk about some bad habits that you can make simple swaps for, and how to permanently transform those habits. I'm talking about your diet, of course, but how you do one thing is how you do everything. Take coffee: if you're used to making your morning java a super-sweet, super-creamy milkshake, I mean drink, I'll show you some simp...
Aug 26, 2015•16 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Innocuous dried cranberries or fat-free dressings on that gargantuan restaurant salad can have more sugar than most items on their dessert menu! It's so sad, because most people think they're "ordering the right thing" ordering a salad. In this podcast, I'll talk about how even so-called healthy ingredients and toppings can turn your salad into a high-sugar impact (read: fat-storing) disaster. Some of these you know. Anything "glazed" is a big red flag. Others aren't so obvious, and I'll call ou...
Aug 19, 2015•11 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Got milk? I hope not! In this podcast, I'll tell you why dairy can make you fat, grow (in not a good way!), promote insulin resistance, create or exacerbate acne and cravings, and trigger all sorts of other problems you don't want on your plate (literally!). Dairy also has a drug-like effect on your brain, which explains why you can't stop devouring cheese. I'll even explain why milk is bad for your bones and contributes to autoimmune disease (and I've got studies to support both those claims). ...
Aug 12, 2015•13 min•Season 1Ep. 47
I don't have hours to spend in the kitchen or gourmet shopping daily, and probably neither do you! In this podcast, I'll provide some easy strategies to simplify cooking so you're never running on empty (literally and figuratively!). I'll also share how to keep your kids healthy and happy without giving in to high-sugar impact desserts that are often disguised as food. With these tips, you'll be able to throw together a fast, fat burning meal in minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Aug 05, 2015•11 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Do you have that one friend or family member who innocently or not-so-innocently tries to sabotage your success? They can really break you down and jinx your success, right? In this podcast, I'll give you simple strategies to not let such people sabotage your fat loss and health without making a scene (or making an enemy!). You might not change their mind, but you'll be able to bring them onto your side and maintain your success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jul 29, 2015•9 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Where are you right now? I'm talking about your body, your focus, your skin, your health, everything. Get real about what's holding you back. Where do you want to be? In this podcast, I propose this concept: If you know you can't fail, what would you attempt with your life? If you feel stuck in any area of your life, you'll discover how you can "reverse engineer" and become your most vibrant, best self. How will that best life make you really feel? I'll share some simple strategies about how to ...
Jul 22, 2015•10 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Food is a drug, and sugar is our number one drug of choice. (Gluten and dairy also have an opioid effect on our brains, so I would class them as drugs too.) When you do a cheat meal (or day), it has a far more detrimental impact than "just a little extra sugar." You trigger addiction, cravings, and other problems that sabotage fast, lasting fat loss and optimal health. In this podcast, I want to change the conversation, rethink "cheating," and see food is information that can help you become lea...
Jul 15, 2015•8 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Weight loss needn't be complicated. In this podcast, I'll discuss simple strategies to become more mindful about what you eat. (These good habits will spill over into other areas of your life!) Skinny up your plate and your glasses, put away leftovers, journal, and don't invite the enemy at your table (looking at you, breadbasket!) are among the strategies I'll discuss to eat less and shrink your waistline. Ultimately these strategies make it easy on yourself to lose weight and gain your health....
Jul 08, 2015•10 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Diabetes is a lifestyle disease, which is actually good news because you can employ these simple strategies to reverse this potentially fatal problem. In this podcast, I'll discuss inexpensive but powerfully effective strategies to help reverse Type 2 diabetes. I'll share my number one thing you can do to change your health to balance blood sugar and burn fat. (Hint: it has NOTHING to do with diet or exercise!) Stress? Yeah, that can seriously affect blood sugar. So do some nutrients I'll talk a...
Jul 01, 2015•12 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Bloating can make you fat, tired, and miserable. In this podcast, I'll talk about strategies to ditch bloating to feel vibrant, dump cravings, and ditch that stubborn belly fat. I'll show you a simple way to dump that water weight that keeps you bloated, and my magic bullet to keep you full and reduce cravings. I'll share why too much fiber and raw vegetables can actually become counterproductive. And I'll give you simple tricks to eliminate effectively (AKA poops to be proud of!) and banish the...
Jun 24, 2015•10 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Your gut is everything! Leaky gut and other gut issues can make you bloated, constipated, and all-around miserable. In this podcast, I'll discuss effective strategies to heal your gut. You might not even consider some common culprits like stress and medications that can wreck your gut. Garlic, coconut oil, and fermented foods are among the things you'll want to incorporate to fight bad gut flora. I'll also talk about some fabulous gut-healing nutrients and effective strategies to digest better. ...
Jun 17, 2015•15 min•Season 1Ep. 39
The combination of toxins creates a cumulative load that ultimately can burden your liver and make you fat, tired, and sick. In this podcast, I'll show you how not to detox. (Hint: if you feel worse, you are not detoxing correctly!) I'll talk about specific things your body requires to optimally detox, including fiber, protein, water, and digestive enzymes. And you'll learn why losing weight can make you more toxic. (I'll teach you how to create a weight loss/ detox double whammy!) Toxins can al...
Jun 10, 2015•13 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Learn how to design the perfect plate that takes the guesswork out of the question, "How do I eat correctly?" This podcast will help to reduce inflammation, burn fat, and keep you vibrantly healthy. I'll give you the best food choices that taste great, are easy to find, provide copious nutrients, and blast fat. Best of all, there's no counting or sorting. Every meal becomes an opportunity to lose weight, increase energy, and look and feel your best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
Jun 03, 2015•15 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Discover simple strategies to eat healthily, exercise, and get amazing sleep whether you're traveling to your in-laws or to some exotic locale halfway around the globe. I'll share effective ways to beat jet lag and other obstacles that sometimes impose on your travel plans. You'll save time and money, and best of all, you won't be cursing the scales upon your return home. With this plan, you'll never get in a dietary debacle again on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
May 27, 2015•12 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Learn 5 simple and powerfully effective strategies that help you stay the course no matter what obstacles pop up (and let's face it, they will!). Some of these might surprise you, but based on nearly 3 decades working with clients, I can guarantee they will help you attain and maintain fast, lasting fat loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20, 2015•11 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Even one night of poor sleep can knock fat-burning and stress hormones out of balance. It becomes a surefire recipe for disaster. In this podcast, I provide practical tips about how to get a substantial night’s sleep, leaving you refreshed, focused, and burning fat all day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13, 2015•11 min•Season 1Ep. 34
No contest: muscle is your fountain of youth that keeps you lean and healthy. Among its benefits, weight resistance builds better bones and acts like metabolic spanx to "hold everything better" In fact, resistance training helps you do everything in your life better. In this podcast, I provide practical tips about how to do resistance training, whether you're a beginner or a lifting pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
May 06, 2015•15 min•Season 1Ep. 33
You know the scenario, where a well-intentioned pusher encourages you to have just a bite of their famous dessert. And you know all too well the outcome. In this broadcast, I explain how to bypass temptation and stand firm on your goals. I provide some simple, practical strategies about how to navigate societal temptation with tact and humor for fast, lasting fat loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2015•9 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Even when you're doing everything correctly, you might hit that frustrating wall that stalls your fat loss efforts. In this podcast, I'll show you little-known strategies to break even the most stubborn fat loss obstacles. Especially if you're doing everything right yet can't lose weight, you don't want to miss this broadcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 22, 2015•13 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Coffee shops and energy drinks aren't the answers to our energy crisis. In this podcast, I share top priorities to create steady energy without the spikes and crashes so many of us frequently experience that manifest as low sex drive, constipation, and other problems. By the way, my number one energy booster has nothing to do with diet or exercise (although those count too)! You'll learn what it is in this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Apr 15, 2015•14 min•Season 1Ep. 30
We were never intended to handle the numerous toxins that bombard us today. Let me show you how to eliminate numerous systems and maintain fast, lasting fat loss by reducing your toxic loads. If you want to avoid the celebrity detox hype and get the real deal, you can't miss this podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 08, 2015•18 min•Season 1Ep. 29
