As someone who didn’t like vegetables as a child, smoothies played a huge role in helping me begin consuming quality nutrition and resetting my palate. This is the case for many people—smoothies can be an incredible vehicle for getting in nutrients and starting your day off on the right foot. But not all smoothies are created equal, and it’s important to be mindful of what is going in your blender.

If you’re not paying close attention to what you’re putting in your smoothie, it can be easy to overload on calories and sugar, raise your insulin levels, or create a concoction that is totally contradictory to your goals. A health-promoting smoothie contains an essential foundation of fiber, protein, and micronutrients. Most importantly, your smoothie should be tailored to help you on your own unique journey.

This episode is all about helping you maximize the health benefits of the amazing smoothie. You’ll learn how to avoid the most common smoothie pitfalls. We’re also going to cover the number one question you should ask yourself before you fire up your blender. Smoothies can be a powerful tool for you to transform your nutrition, and I hope you’ll carry these tips into your routine in order to get the results you want.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How incorporating smoothies can help you reset your palate.
• Why drinking smoothies helped me personally in transforming my health.
• The number one questionyou should ask yourself before making a smoothie.
• The incredible health benefits of turmeric.
• How to incorporate superfoodsinto your smoothie.
• Why consuming too much sugar (even from fruit) can lead to fat creation in the body.
• The shocking amount of sugar that is found in common store-bought smoothies.
• Specific examples of resistant starches.
• How to get the maximum health benefitsof flax and chia seeds.
• Why your smoothie should contain fiber.
• How to get more protein in your smoothie.
• The benefits of whole food protein sources.
• How to ensure your smoothie will keep you satiated.
• Why you should drink your smoothie more slowly and mindfully.

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• Take Control of Your Financial Health with Jemal King – Episode 325
• Secrets to a Healthy Family with Braden Stevenson – Episode 326
• The Connection Between Microbiome and Lifespan with Dr. Gundry – Episode 336
• Your Body’s Hidden Fat Loss System with Dr. Alan Christianson – Episode 332
• The Metabolism Reset Diet by Dr. Alan Christianson
• The History of Soda – Episode 284

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Have you ever thought about how long you will live? Have you ever considered what the late years of your life might look like? Just because aging is inevitable doesn’t mean that we have to sit back as our minds and bodies deteriorate over time.

While there is no fountain of youth, and no one can predict the future of medical advances, we aren’t totally helpless. There are certain tools and strategies you can take advantage of now to ensure not only a longer life, but a longer quality of life. In Dr. Steven Gundry’s new book, The Longevity Paradox, he highlights new research linking our quality of life to the overall function and health of our microbiomes.

On today’s show, Dr. Gundry is sharing incredible tips about sustaining longevity through your current habits and behaviors. You’ll learn about cultivating a healthy microbiome, how to eat for longevity, and how to protect your brain health as you age. I find Dr. Gundry’s work to be incredibly enlightening and empowering and I hope this episode will inspire you to become even more proactive about your health, and change the way you think about aging. Enjoy!

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The shocking truth about our changing death rates.
• What Dr. Gundry learned from living in a Blue Zone.
• The importance of cultivating a youthful microbiome.
• How your microbiome can control your appetite and cravings.
• Why “calories in, calories out” doesn’t paint the full picture.
• How the human microbiome has evolvedover time.
• The gold standard procedure for diagnosing Celiac disease.
• How to promote diversityof your microbiome.
• Why mucus is important for longevity.
• The link between your skin and your gut health.
• How antibiotics end up in our food supply (even when it’s labeled antibiotic free)!
• The two main killersof the microbiome.
• How modern farming practices destroy the microbiome and contribute to leaky gut.
• Why eating six small meals a day is harmful for longevity and brain health.
• What the calorie restriction mimicking diet is.
• Why changing your diet seasonallyis good for your microbiome.

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Science agrees: sex is good. Engaging in regular sexual activity not only feels great, but also has many health-promoting benefits. Because sex is so taboo in our culture, no one is really talking about this. That’s why I wanted to dig into the research and bring you a comprehensive look into how sex can help you live a longer and healthier life.

You probably already know that sex releases endorphins and contributes to cardiovascular health. But what if I told you that sex can promote cell growth in your brain, relieve pain similarly to morphine, and increase your overall functionality?

Today you’re going to learn the latest research on how having an active sex life can contribute to your mood, cognitive function, and general well-being. You’ll hear studies linking sexual activity to increased heart function, improved sleep, and a more powerful immune system. Additionally, I’m sharing a few tips for maintaining a healthy sex life. So click play, and let’s talk about sex!

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How sex is linked to cognitive function.
• The most powerful sexual organin your body (it’s not what you think!)
• How sex triggers neurogenesis in the brain.
• The hormones that are released during sex, and how they improve cognitive skills.
• What the science says about sex and heart health.
• How many calories are burned during sexual activity.
• Which muscles are strengthened during sex.
• How regular ejaculation can decrease the risk of prostate cancer in men.
• Which hormone is known as “the cuddle hormone.”
• The impact that frequent sex has on your body’s immune system.
• How cortisol can help you get a better night’s sleep.
• Why sexual intimacy can lead to less stress.
• Tips for maintaining a healthy sex life as you age.

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The ketogenic diet is generating a lot of buzz these days. Headlines often refer to it as a fad, Atkins 2.0, and even warn of its potential issues long-term. But let's all remember this important fact: there isn’t one perfect diet suited for all humans. From bio-individuality to lifestyle differences, we all operate a little differently.

If done correctly, the ketogenic diet can be a powerful tool for burning fat, finding mental clarity, and improving digestion. To better understand the basic mechanisms of how keto works, today I’m bringing you one of the most qualified experts I know—Drew Manning. Drew is a NY Times bestselling author and outstanding coach who has done the research, written an awesome book about keto, and (most importantly) he walks his talk.

His new book, Complete Keto, is much more than your average cookbook. It covers all bases, from a basic framework of eating and biology, to the myths surrounding the keto diet. Additionally, Drew taps into the mindset shifts and emotional breakthroughs that are part of any lifestyle change. If you’re thinking about making keto part of your life, you’re going to need this information to succeed. Enjoy this conversation with the one and only Drew Manning!

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How to maintain muscle mass on a ketogenic diet.
• The mental benefits of following keto.
• How to gain muscle and lose fat at the same time.
• Why your brain loves ketones.
• The neuroprotective benefits of the ketogenic diet.
• What the keto flu is, and how to alleviate its symptoms.
• The average amount of time it takes for the human body to get in ketosis.
• Why it’s so difficult to overeat on a ketogenic diet.
• The preferred testing method to determine if your body is in ketosis.
• How ketosis can help your body tap into stored fat.
• The shocking world record for consecutive number of days fasting.
• What gluconeogenesis is.
• The types of carbohydrates to eat on the keto diet.
• Why salt has been demonized, and its crucial role in the body.
• The truth about eating fat.
• How mental and emotional healing play into weight loss.

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• The Top 10 Ways to Fortify Your Immune System – Episode 321
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• Unbreakable by Thom Shea
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It’s no secret, there’s a lot of confusion out there about what to eat. One day a popular article states the numerous health benefits of coconut oil, and the next day it’s labeled as poison. And while it’s true that sometimes the science changes, that’s rarely what’s going on here. It’s important that we understand where these studies come from, who is funding them, and why they’re being promoted.

Vani Hari, also known as the Food Babe, has advocated for not only herself, but all of us by challenging food companies and organizations and holding them accountable for their actions. Today, she is here to share information from her new book, Feeding You Lies.Vani is discussing the details behind how nutrition research is manipulated, and how the food industry generates fake information.

I hope this episode inspires you to become your own advocate for your health, and to understand where your food comes from. More importantly, I hope Vani’s story reminds you to never underestimate your power to cultivate change in the world. So click play, and enjoy!

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The difference between fast food in the US and overseas.
• How the food industry is similar to the tobacco industry.
• Which two manufacturersuse the most sugar in their products.
• How diet soda triggers cravings and contributes to weight gain.
• What cellulose is, and how it is used in popular grocery items.
• The meaning and purpose of trade groups.
• How food industries incite smear campaigns.
• The importance of understanding where informationcomes from (and who funds it!)
• What astroturfing is.
• The reality behind a trans-fat free label.
• Why the gluten-free label can be misleading.
• The truth about GMOs and non-GMO labeling.
• Three importantquestions you should ask yourself before you eat.

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