Synopsis
Jesse and Marni teach and inspire you to reach your maximum potential in the realm of health. They interview world-class experts in the health & wellness community. Topics include nutrition, superfoods, fitness, meditation, and spirituality. Jesse and Marni also tackle a health topic they are passionate about every week during their Focus Friday episodes. Either way, youre in for a treat!
Episodes
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451: This Is How to Live Longer & Prevent Disease by Fixing Your Gut Health | Tina Anderson
11/01/2022 Duration: 01h11minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/tinaanderson451 Tina Anderson is the CEO and cofounder of Just Thrive (IG: @justthrivehealth), a supplement company specializing in spore-based probiotics. Her journey into the world of health had a unique start and some unusual turns. Tina began her career as a trial lawyer following by working for a pharmaceutical company. Frustrated by the many abuses in the pharmaceutical industry, she turned toward the field of natural health starting Just Thrive, and found her life’s work. In this episode, we discuss: Tina’s journey into gut health A fever is the body's natural defence mechanism The science behind spore-based probiotics Understanding soil-based vs. spore-based probiotics A good probiotic doesn’t need to be refrigerated What happens when spore-based probiotics make it to the intestine? The causes of leaky gut LPS toxins = inflammation How many different microbes are in your gut? Spores act like a gardener of the gut Are fermented foods a rep
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450: Kick Sugar to the Curb to Reduce Inflammation & Restore Your Health | Julie Daniluk
04/01/2022 Duration: 01h39minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/juliedaniluk450 Julie Daniluk (IG: @juliedaniluk) is a nutritionist and TV personality and the award-winning, bestselling author of Meals That Heal Inflammation, Slimming Meals That Heal & Hot Detox. Her 4th book, Becoming Sugar-Free, was released in September 2021 and quickly became a Canadian bestseller. Julie has appeared on hundreds of television and radio shows, including The Dr. Oz Show. She is in her 11th season as a resident expert for The Marilyn Denis Show. If you’re looking to break up with sugar for good and still have plenty of options for adding healthy sweetness to your diet - this episode is for you. In this episode, we discuss: Sugar = inflammation Eliminating sugar can improve ADHD symptoms Sugar is as addictive as cocaine Sugar ages us head to toe Healthy alternatives to sugar Buffer your blood sugar by eating fiber Cane sugar vs. white sugar Raw honey is healing for your gut Inositol can reduce panic attacks and PCOS Why Ju
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449: How to Make Anxiety Your Superpower | Dr. Wendy Suzuki
30/12/2021 Duration: 01h22minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drwendysuzuki449 Dr. Wendy Suzuki (IG: @wendy.suzuki) is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology in the Center for Neural Science at New York University and a celebrated international authority on neuroplasticity. She was recently named one of the top ten women changing the way we see the world by Good Housekeeping and regularly serves as a sought-after expert for publications including The Wall Street Journal, Shape, and Health. Wendy is the author of Good Anxiety and Healthy Brain, Happy Life. If you struggle with anxiety, Wendy will show you how to turn it into a superpower, working for you instead of against you. In this episode, we discuss: What is good anxiety? Understanding clinical anxiety vs. everyday anxiety Why anxiety levels are increasing as a whole Wendy’s personal struggle with anxiety The gifts and superpowers that come from anxiety Appreciating the moments Wendy’s morning tea meditation ritual How to use social media in a po
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448: The Hidden Root Cause of Most Chronic Disease | Dr. Benjamin Bikman
28/12/2021 Duration: 01h18minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drbenjaminbikman448 Benjamin Bikman (IG: @benbikmanphd) earned his Ph.D. in bioenergetics and was a postdoctoral fellow with the Duke-National University of Singapore in metabolic disorders. Currently, his professional focus as a scientist and professor is to better understand the role of elevated insulin and nutrient metabolism in regulating obesity, diabetes, and dementia. AKA he’s an expert on the topic of insulin resistance and how it’s at the root of most chronic disease. On today’s show - he teaches us how to fight back. In this episode, we discuss: The primary and secondary causes of insulin resistance Diseases that can arise from insulin resistance Skin tags are a strong sign you have insulin resistance The problem with treating type 2 diabetes as a glucose disease Low-carb diets help improve type 2 diabetes Understanding the personal fat threshold Insulin-spiking foods promote the accumulation of fat cells The process of leaky fats The f
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447: How to Break Free From the Shackles of an Ordinary Life | Vishen Lakhiani
21/12/2021 Duration: 01h12minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/vishenlakhiani447 Vishen Lakhiani (IG: @vishen) is the founder and CEO of Mindvalley, an award-winning personal growth education company with millions of students worldwide, shaping the future of our education and how we learn. He is a two-time New York Times bestselling author and hosts a top 20 mental health podcast featuring celebrities, scientists and doctors. This conversation is really going to get you analyzing your life. Vishen explains that much of what we think and how we act is based on bullshit rules or what he calls Brules that are passed down from generation to generation. He'll teach you how to start thinking and living for yourself. In this episode, we discuss: Vishen grew up questioning the assumptions of society The world of absolute truth vs. relative truth The art of self-awareness Find like-minded individuals who share your beliefs Agreeing to disagree The 3 most important questions Cultural programming views Understanding th
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446: Dan Buettner Shares the Blue Zones Secrets for a Longer, Better Life
15/12/2021 Duration: 01h01minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/danbuettner446 Dan Buettner (IG: @danbuettner) is a National Geographic Explorer, a writer, and the founder of Blue Zones. He just released a new book, The Blue Zones Challenge. In this episode, we discuss: If you're overweight & unhealthy... it’s not your fault Making the healthy choice, the easy choice Keep healthy food visible in the kitchen Blue Zones foods to include in your diet The 5 Blue Zones Globalization is deteriorating the Blue Zones What is the grandmother effect? Abolishing mandatory retirement Getting clear on your own sense of purpose Dan’s thoughts on supplements Do people in the Blue Zones intermittent fast? 3 kitchen hacks to increase longevity Curate your social circle Tips on how to make friends as you age How much meat is eaten in the Blue Zones? Pescatarians and vegans live the longest in America Daily life in the Blue Zones Moving every 20 minutes Focusing on sacred rituals to reduce stress Taking The Blue Zones Chall
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445: How to Reach Your Full Potential | Scott Barry Kaufman
07/12/2021 Duration: 01h21minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/scottbarrykaufman445 Scott Barry Kaufman (IG: @scottbarrykaufman), Ph.D., is a cognitive scientist and humanistic psychologist exploring the mind, creativity, and the depths of human potential. He is author/editor of 9 books and is host of the #1 psychology podcast in the world - The Psychology Podcast. You’ve likely heard of Maslow's famous hierarchy of needs, today we’re digging into Scott’s reimagined version of it. In this episode, we discuss: Scott’s fascination with the human mind The theory of personal intelligence What is self-actualization? Find your purpose, follow your calling Defining harmonious passion Job crafting is a possibility Find meaning in what you're currently doing Don’t wait to transcend The wonder and awe of human existence Get yourself into the B-realm Active listening vs passive listening The core aspect of narcissism The link between perfectionism and narcissism Self-esteem and narcissism The difference between authent
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444: How to Free Your Mind and Live a Full & Meaningful Life | Dr. Steven Hayes
30/11/2021 Duration: 01h48minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drstevenhayes444 Dr. Steven Hayes (@StevenCHayes) is a professor of psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno. An author of 46 books and nearly 675 scientific articles, he is especially known for his work on "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy" or “ACT” which is one of the most widely used and researched new methods of psychological intervention over the last 20 years. Steve is ranked among the most cited psychologists in the word. His popular book Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life was written up in a 5 page story in Time Magazine and was for a time the bestselling self-help book in the United States. Steve’s book, A Liberated Mind released to wide acclaim. In this episode, we discuss: Steve dedicated his life to becoming a psychologist The development of his panic disorder later in life Recalling his out of body experience What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)? The trouble with avoidance Give your mind a name Try using one-word
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443: Dr. Alejandro Junger on How to Control Your Thoughts & End Your Suffering
25/11/2021 Duration: 01h09minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/dralejandrojunger443 Dr. Alejandro Junger (IG: @dralejandrojunger) is an LA-based cardiologist, founder and medical director of the Clean Program and bestselling author of Clean and Clean 7. He is an expert in gut health & nutrition and incorporates functional medicine with Ayurveda. In this episode, we discuss: Traveling nourishes you in a different kind of way Global warming is a symptom of toxicity How the detoxification system in the body works Eating food-like products leaves you with nutritional deficiencies Everybody’s diet is different Why Alejandro chose to stop taking medications and look for different solutions How thoughts trigger your unconscious mind Redirecting your attention to the present Using plant medicine as a tool for healing Alejandro’s experience with holotropic breathing The state of enlightenment Chemical toxins we’re exposed to daily Drink clean water to help eliminate toxins How toxins are linked to the obesity epi
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442: Dr. Valter Longo on How to Get All the Health Benefits of Fasting Without the Hunger
23/11/2021 Duration: 01h31minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drvalterlongo442 Dr. Valter Longo (IG: @prof_valterlongo) has thirty years of experience in the field of longevity and healthy eating. He is the author of the bestselling book, The Longevity Diet. In 2018, TIME Magazine named Valter as one of the 50 most influential people in health care for his research on fasting-mimicking diets as a way to improve health and prevent disease. In this episode, we discuss: Born & raised in Italy and moving to the US at age 16 Being in the military taught discipline and leadership Transitioning from studying jazz to getting a Ph.D. in biology Fasting and the effects on human health Studying yeast bacteria and starving organisms The chronological lifespan of yeast The fundamental property of cancer cells Shielding healthy cells through fasting The fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) and chemotherapy Hormone therapy and high-dose vitamin C Defining the fasting-mimicking diet Water fasting versus the 5-day fasting-mimic
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441: Too Much Comfort Is Destroying Your Health & What to Do About It | Michael Easter
16/11/2021 Duration: 01h28minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/michaeleaster441 Michael Easter (IG: @michael_easter) is the author of The Comfort Crisis, a contributing editor at Men’s Health magazine, columnist for Outside magazine, and professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). His work has appeared in more than 60 countries and can also be found in Men’s Journal, Vice, Scientific American, Esquire, and others. In this episode, we discuss: The evolution of The Comfort Crisis Time spent outdoors has great mental health benefits Michael’s 33-day Alaskan backcountry hunting trip Boredom tells us to go do something different The nature pyramid The feeling of hunting for the 1st time The unforgiving weather conditions in the Arctic tundra Understanding for one thing to live, another has to die How do other cultures view death? Traveling to Bhutan to learn the secret to happiness The cosmic calendar concept Death used to be more intimate Rites of passage What is a misogi? The discomfort of failure
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440: Tony Horton Shares His Secrets for Losing Weight and Getting in the Best Shape of Your Life
09/11/2021 Duration: 01h44minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/tonyhorton440 Tony Horton (IG: @tonyshorton) is the wildly popular creator of the most successful fitness program in America, P90X. He is a world-class motivational speaker and the author of top-selling books Bring It!, Crush It! and The Big Picture. Tony’s appeared on countless television programs as a fitness and lifestyle expert to promote healthy living through exercise and proper nutrition. In line with his new fitness concept, Power Nation, Tony’s newest creation is his brand new supplement line, Power Life, aimed at supporting people’s health through proper nutrition. In this episode, we discuss: Tony’s early days as a kid being bullied with a speech impediment Forming friendships in high school that last a lifetime The weight lifting course in college that changed his life Diet is as critical as exercise Transitioning from a pescatarian to mostly vegan diet Stress is a trigger for Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Eating inflammatory foods leads to le
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439: Eat This Way to Reduce Inflammation & Improve Your Chronic Health Condition | Jessica Murnane
02/11/2021 Duration: 01h20minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/jessicamurnane439 Jessica Murnane (IG: @jessicamurnane) is an author, speaker, and creative consultant. She has written two books - the cookbook One Part Plant: A Simple Guide To Eating Real One Meal At A Time and Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis. Jessica is a sought-after speaker and host that's spoken at Apple, SXSW, and Wanderlust, among others. She has contributed to or appeared in several magazines and websites including Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, and mindbodygreen. In this episode, we discuss: What is endometriosis (endo)? Jessica’s long road to getting a diagnosis Bringing awareness to people suffering with endo The mental health aspect of dealing with a chronic illness Pushing through the pain Understanding genetic factors vs. lifestyle factors for endo The conventional medicine approach to endo Birth control pills can negatively affect mental health How endo impacts all aspects of life &
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438: Start Breathing Through Your Nose to Completely Transform Your Health | Patrick McKeown
28/10/2021 Duration: 01h40minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/patrickmckeown438 Patrick McKeown (IG: @buteykoclinic) is an international breathing expert and author. Since 2002, he has worked with thousands of clients, including elite military special forces, Olympic coaches and athletes. Atomic Focus, The Breathing Cure and The Oxygen Advantage are Patrick’s latest books. In this episode, we discuss: The biggest factors that negatively impact our breathing Sleep disordered breathing in kids Why do kids have breathing problems when they’re sleeping? Is your child mouth breathing during the day? Teaching someone how to breathe correctly A breathing exercise to decongest your nose Functional breathing vs. dysfunctional breathing People with sleep disordered breathing will not achieve flow states What happens when somebody takes in a breath through their mouth vs. nose? Consider your breathing when you get into a tricky situation How to measure your BOLT Score Reducing your breathing volume for 15 minutes befo
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437: Eat This Way to Overcome Anxiety & Depression | Liana Werner-Gray
26/10/2021 Duration: 01h19minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/lianawernergray437 Liana Werner-Gray (IG: @lianawernergray) is a certified nutritionist and natural-health advocate. After she experienced the power of healing multiple health issues by embracing a natural lifestyle, she created The Earth Diet and started lecturing and teaching internationally. Liana’s recipes have helped people with acne, anxiety, diabetes, depression, heart disease, obesity, and more. She is the resident nutritionist at Complete Wellness in New York City. Liana’s latest book is Anxiety-Free with Food. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in the Australian Outback, learning to live off the land from the Aboriginals Liana's addiction to processed food before having a major wake-up call Being influenced by her parents unique lifestyles Finding a tumor in her neck at age 21 Get multiple opinions when dealing with cancer Bloodwork can show early stages of cancer Breaking free of addiction The gut-healing & detox protocol reco
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436: Moby on How to Find True Happiness in the Unexpected
19/10/2021 Duration: 01h09minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/moby436 Moby (IG: @moby) is a musician, entrepreneur, activist, and philanthropist who is informally known as “the godfather of veganism.” His album Play sold more than 12 million copies worldwide. He’s released fourteen solo albums in total. A serial side hustler, Moby opened the vegan restaurant Teany in New York City in 2002 and has since opened Little Pine, a unique, contemporary vegan restaurant in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles. In this episode, we discuss: Being an animal rights activist Living in a culture that prioritizes selfishness Hitting rock bottom and getting sober Making music is a spiritual practice Growing up poor and being hungry for fame Forming a love for animals Transitioning from a vegetarian to vegan lifestyle in 1987 Missing a sense of community and friendships Moby’s relationship with religion over the years From squatting in an abandoned factory to buying a five-level sky castle Fame and wealth don’t create
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435: Dr. Karen Becker on the Best Diet for Your Dog to Reverse Aging & Live a Happy, Healthy Life
12/10/2021 Duration: 01h41minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drkarenbecker435 Dr. Karen Becker's (IG: @drkarenbecker) deliberate, common sense approach to creating vibrant health for companion animals has been embraced by millions of pet lovers around the world, making her the most followed vet on social media. She has spent her career as a small animal clinician, empowering animal guardians to make intentional lifestyle decisions to enhance the wellbeing of their animals. Karen also writes and lectures extensively and serves as a wellness consultant for a variety of health-oriented organizations. Today we’re discussing her brand new book that she co-wrote with Rodney Habib, The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine Companion Live Younger, Healthier, and Longer. In this episode, we discuss: What you feed your dog & cat matters The fresh food movement The truth why veterinarians recommend ultra processed pet food Homemade cooked diet vs. raw food diet for pets How can we help vets to s
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434: Dr. Alan Goldhamer on the Incredible Healing Power of Water Fasting
05/10/2021 Duration: 01h29minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/dralangoldhamer434 Dr. Alan Goldhamer is one of the world’s leading experts on medically supervised, water-only fasting. He's an author and frequent lecturer and speaker on fasting, diet and treatment of chronic diseases to achieve optimum health. In 1984, Alan founded and became Director of TrueNorth Health Center in Santa Rosa, California; since then, he has supervised the fasting and care of more than 20,000 patients. In this episode, we discuss: Who can benefit from water fasting? The 5 categories of adverse events The process of healing at TrueNorth Health Center Education is a critical part of making radical changes Prepping, adapting and what to expect during the fasting process Visceral fat causes inflammation Intermittent fasting limits your feeding window What is the SOS Diet? Recommendations for weight loss The psychological and emotional healing responses to fasting How Alan became interested in fasting Alan shares his 1st fasting exp
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433: Holocaust Survivor Shares How to Escape Your Mental Prison | Dr. Edith Eger
30/09/2021 Duration: 01h10minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/dreditheger433 Dr. Edith “Edie” Eger (IG: @dr.editheger) is a sought-after clinical psychologist and lecturer. She helps individuals discard their limitations, discover their powers of self-renewal, and achieve things they previously thought were unattainable. Using her own past as a Holocaust survivor and thriver as a powerful analogy, she inspires people to tap their full potential and shape their very best destinies. Today we’re chatting about Edie’s latest book, The Gift. In this episode, we discuss: Facing discrimination for being a Jew We are born with joy and learn to hate Edie recalls being taken to Auschwitz in 1944 Last words of advice from Edie's mother Letting go of victim mentality Curiosity helped Edie survive Live in the present and never give up Do you play enough? The spirit never dies The cherished wound Relive the experience and revise your life The positive impact of going back to Auschwitz When you forgive, you free yourself
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432: This Simple Habit Will Completely Transform Your Life! | Mel Robbins
28/09/2021 Duration: 01h31minWatch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/melrobbins432 Mel Robbins (IG: @melrobbins) is one of the leading voices in personal development and transformation and an international bestselling author. Her work includes the global phenomenon The 5 Second Rule, four #1 bestselling audiobooks, the #1 podcast on Audible, as well as signature online courses that have changed the lives of more than half a million students worldwide. Today we’re discussing Mel’s new book, The High 5 Habit. In this episode, we discuss: The simple secret to being happy The 5 Second Rule Giving yourself a high 5?! Resistance is holding you back in life Do this habit for 5 days What is neurobics? What does a high 5 mean to you? Gestures of celebration = positive energy The moment you knew COVID was going to turn your life upside down Life is a marathon A high 5 acknowledges where you’re at Be kind to yourself Join the free 5-day challenge Self-love is hard wired into your DNA Keep showing up and celebrate yourself Th