The Ultimate Health Podcast: Lifestyle, Nutrition, Fitness, & Self-help

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/dramyshah431 Dr. Amy Shah (IG: @fastingmd) has a unique perspective from her combination of nutrition and medical training. She graduated from the renowned school of nutrition at Cornell and then went on to Einstein for medical school. Amy’s research, internal medicine and allergy/immunology training took her to Harvard then Columbia hospitals. There she discovered her unique skills as a mind body practitioner, but also rediscovered her hate for cold, dark winters. Then in 2010, she and her family relocated to Scottsdale, AZ area. Amy’s currently making waves as a physician educator, clinician, health entrepreneur and women’s health advocate. Today we’re discussing her book, I'm So Effing Tired. In this episode, we discuss: Why are we so effing tired? The rise of obesity, diabetes and heart disease in ethnic groups Focusing on a patient centered approach to nutrition Stick to the four S’s General rules for long-term health Why Amy doesn’t follow

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drandrewweil430 Dr. Andrew Weil (IG: @drweil) received a degree in botany from Harvard and an M.D. from Harvard Medical School. He’s the founder and director of the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine. The Center is the leading effort in the world to develop a comprehensive curriculum in integrative medicine. Dr. Weil is a founder and partner of the growing group of True Food Kitchen restaurants. He’s an internationally recognized expert on medicinal plants, alternative medicine, and the reform of medical education. Dr. Weil is the author of many scientific articles and 15 books. In this episode, we discuss: Adjusting to the pandemic and life on Cortes Island The mentors that helped shape Dr. Weil’s life Travelling at age 17 impacted Dr. Weil's perspective on the world From medical school to studying plant medicine Writing his 1st book, The Natural Mind about drugs and consciousness Psychedelics becoming mainstream Dr. Weil reca

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/nedraglovertawwab429 Nedra Glover Tawwab (IG: @nedratawwab) is a licensed therapist and sought-after relationship expert. She has practiced relationship therapy for over 10 years and is the founder and owner of the group therapy practice, Kaleidoscope Counseling. Every day Nedra helps people create healthy relationships by teaching them how to implement boundaries. Her philosophy is that a lack of boundaries and assertiveness underlie most relationship issues, and her gift is helping people create healthy relationships with themselves and others. In this episode, we discuss: Setting boundaries will change your life Stating the boundary and honouring the boundary Why do we care so much about pleasing others? Stress is a big indicator that you need to set boundaries You can change your boundaries What are high stress areas? Which of those things would change your life? An example of setting a healthy boundary Don’t create a story Create unapologeti

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/daniellieberman428 Daniel Lieberman is a professor at Harvard University. He studies and teaches how and why the human body is the way it is, and how our evolutionary history affects health and disease. Dan is best known for his research on the evolution of running and other kinds of physical activities such as walking, but is also well known for his research on the evolution of the human head. Today we’re discussing his latest book, Exercised: Why Something We Never Evolved to Do is Healthy and Rewarding. In this episode, we discuss: How humans evolved to be inactive Born To Run The real origin of running How many calories does it take to run a mile? Exercise is modern behaviour People need to understand their instinct to not exercise is normal Why people who are obese/sedentary have a hard time unlocking the reward system Aim for 150 minutes of exercise per week Strength training becomes increasingly important as you get older Is sitting the ne

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drkennethbock427 As a leader in integrative medicine, Dr. Kenneth Bock (@KennethBockMD) has accumulated over 35 years of experience diagnosing the root cause of chronic illnesses and restoring balance to the immune systems of his patients. He founded Bock Integrative Medicine in response to the increasing need for board-certified medical providers who take a unique “whole body” approach to diagnose and treat chronic illness. Dr. Bock focuses on the treatment of autism and co-occurring conditions, PANS/PANDAS, ITABI, tick-borne illnesses, and adult conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and heart disease. Today we’re discussing his latest book, Brain Inflamed: Uncovering the Hidden Causes of Anxiety, Depression, and Other Mood Disorders in Adolescents and Teens. In this episode, we discuss: The four A’s: autism, ADHD, allergies & asthma What's causing the increase in food allergies & food sensitivities in kids How to re

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/danicapatrick426 As a racecar driver, Danica Patrick (IG: @danicapatrick) broke barriers and set records with her on-track performance. Her next chapter involves good food, great wine, fitness, and helping others achieve their goals. Danica is the author of Pretty Intense and is the host and creator of the well-established, Pretty Intense Podcast. She also serves as the sole proprietor of Somnium, a vineyard in Napa Valley, California. In this episode, we discuss: The story of how Danica got into racing Leaving high school to pursue racing in England Following your intuition The difference between open-wheel racing and closed-wheel racing Danica’s experience winning the Indy Japan 300 Experiencing the rush from winning If you believe it, you can achieve it Danica’s family played a huge role in supporting her goals Shifting into the health and wellness realm Quitting dairy & gluten in 2013 and its impact on performance The scoop on adaptogens

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/jonlevy425 Jon Levy (IG: @jonlevytlb) is a behavioral scientist best known for his work in human connection, trust and influence. He's the Author of the recently released New York Times bestseller, You’re Invited: The Art & Science of Cultivating Influence. In it Jon explores how our ability to impact anything from longevity, and business, to social causes are a byproduct of our relationships, trust and a sense of belonging. In this episode, we discuss: What defines the quality of our lives? Growing up an outcast and longing for a meaningful community What is locus of control? It's easy to get people's attention, it's hard to get their interest Generous people are successful The four qualities that get the attention of industry leaders and draw them in The first Influencers Dinner The Ikea Effect Bringing together extraordinary people How to connect with influential people Applying behavioural science to real life The secret to managing quali

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drdrewramsey424 Dr. Drew Ramsey (IG: @drewramseymd) is a psychiatrist, author, and farmer. His work focuses on clinical excellence, nutritional interventions and creative media. Drew is an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and he has an active telemedicine clinical practice based in New York City. Today we’re discussing Drew's latest book, Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety: Nourish Your Way to Better Mental Health in Six Weeks. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up on a farm taught Drew the importance of nourishing food Day to day life living off the land Finding space for conventional and non-conventional medicine Integrating nourishment as a preventative measure for mental health How Drew struggled on a vegetarian diet Focusing on foods to help decrease brain shrinkage What to expect when you see a nutritional psychiatrist Drew’s surprising favourite food The emotional comple

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/juliasamuel423 Julia Samuel MBE (IG: @juliasamuelmbe) is a leading British psychotherapist. During the last thirty years she has worked first for the NHS and then in private practice. Julia is Founder Patron of Child Bereavement UK. Her previous bestselling book is Grief Works. Julia’s latest book is This Too Shall Pass. In this episode, we discuss: From the womb, Julia was wired to connect Being a decorator is not so different from being a therapist The key to a strong and lasting relationship Walking and talking is therapeutic A ritual is a habit with a soul The secret weapon of communication is listening Working with families who lost babies & children Dare to love and live despite the pain Using breathing meditations to disconnect from work How to support someone who is going through immense grief How to move through grief in a healthy way What are living losses? Dare to grow outside your comfort zone Understanding planned vs. unplanned c

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/laurelgallucci422 Laurel Gallucci's (IG: @laurelgallucci) world was rocked when she was diagnosed with an aggressive autoimmune disease and told she would never eat cake again. The lifelong baker and dessert lover refused to accept that, which led her to discover the beauty of baking with whole-food ingredients. When Laurel shared a slice of grain-free, refined sugar–free, dairy-free, soy-free, gum-free, filler-free, fudge-frosted chocolate caramel cake with her friend Claire Thomas, Sweet Laurel bakery was born. In this episode, we discuss: Laurel’s lifelong passion for baking Dealing with digestive issues & fatigue in college Laurel's father, a cardiologist, instilled in her the link between health & diet At age 26, Laurel's OB noticed she had a goiter and was later diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Laurel left her teaching job to take a year off to heal The biggest challenge transitioning to the paleo diet Experimenting with paleo baking Laun

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/alysonstoner421 Alyson Stoner (IG: @alysonstoner) is a multi-disciplinary artist, published author, and global speaker. She is a co-founder of Movement Genius, a digital platform using movement to improve mental and emotional health. During her childhood years, Alyson performed in 200+ films, TV shows, and tours. She remains active in the voiceover world and can be heard in “The Incredibles 2,” Amazon's "Pete the Cat," and “Lego Batman.” In this episode, we discuss: Alyson’s early roots into the entertainment industry Explicit pressure vs. implicit pressure Noticing behaviours around food restriction & exercise obsession Going to rehab for an eating disorder What is alexithymia? It’s important to slow down and refresh The lack of support within the entertainment industry & what needs to change Can you navigate the entertainment industry in a healthy way? How to show up for someone dealing with body dysmorphia Details of the recovery proce

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/gregmckeown420 Greg McKeown (IG: @gregorymckeown) is a speaker, a bestselling author, and the host of the popular podcast What’s Essential. His New York Times bestselling book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less has sold more than a million copies worldwide. Today we’re discussing Greg’s latest book, Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most. In this episode, we discuss: There’s always a more effortless way to go about life Essentialism is prioritization and Effortless is simplification Greg's daughter's health crisis was the inspiration behind writing Effortless If you get into the wrong state everything will be harder After complaining say something you are thankful for The biggest problem with being in a state of burnout How can this be effortless? Not everything needs the extra mile Am I getting as much return for the effort? Done for the day list Create a high trust agreement with your manager The practice of investing in

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/byronkatie419 In 1986, at the bottom of a ten-year spiral into depression and self-loathing, Byron Katie (IG: @byron.katie) woke up one morning in a state of joy. She realized that when she believed her stressful thoughts, she suffered, but that when she questioned them, she didn’t suffer, and that this is true for every human being. Her simple yet powerful process of self-inquiry, which she calls The Work, consists of four questions and the turnaround, which is a way of experiencing the opposite of what you believe. Katie has been bringing The Work to millions of people for more than thirty years. Her books, public events, weekend workshops, intensives, and nine-day School for The Work have brought freedom to people all over the world. In this episode, we discuss: Katie suffering from depression for 10 years after her divorce How the “Judge Your Neighbour” worksheet can help you Katie's awakening back in 1986 Seeing how the world was created The

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/fearnecotton418 Fearne Cotton (IG: @fearnecotton) is an author, one of the best known and most popular broadcasters in the UK and is most recently known as the Founder of the wellbeing brand, Happy Place. She hosts the Happy Place podcast that has over 40 million downloads and continues to top the charts. In 2019 Fearne hosted two live Happy Place Festivals, the Festival went virtual in 2020. In this episode, we discuss: Fearne finding out she had a massive cyst on one of her vocal cords The esoteric meaning behind the throat chakra How Fearne's life perspective has changed with age Speaking your truth Happiness derived from the simple things in life Being in showbiz can be exciting but it won't make you happy How Fearne felt the day her book Happy hit the bookshelves Moving into a new phase of life after suffering from depression What is stopping us from tapping into spirituality? Enneagram: the self-awareness tool Build discipline and structure

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/annelamott417 Anne Lamott (IG: @annelamott) is a New York Times bestselling author, a past recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship and an inductee to the California Hall of Fame. Her latest book is Dusk, Night, Dawn: On Revival and Courage. In this episode, we discuss: How Anne found her voice writing about her father’s brain cancer Finding healing, salvation and hope with a couple of best friends Anne was 8 years old when she stumbled into the tennis circuit Make writing a habit Anne recalls her terrible experience in Toronto at customs Just keep showing up Writing isn’t about the money, it’s about the sacred tradition The two books Anne recommends Achieve creative freedom through discipline How do we come through really difficult times? Don’t give up, start where you are Take the action and insight will follow The concept of religion... let it be enough Staying sober one day at a time Writing became cleaner and clearer through sobriety Being a Nan

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/marksisson416 Mark Sisson (IG: @marksissonprimal) is a health and fitness expert, entrepreneur, author and the founding father of the ancestral health movement. He’s a former world-class endurance athlete with a 2:18 marathon and a fourth-place finish in the Hawaii Ironman World Triathlon Championships. Mark's blog, MarksDailyApple.com and Primal Blueprint lifestyle program have paved the way for primal enthusiasts to break free from conventional wisdom's diet and exercise principles. His latest book is Two Meals a Day: The Simple, Sustainable Strategy to Lose Fat, Reverse Aging, and Break Free from Diet Frustration. In this episode, we discuss: The two meals a day concept Start by eliminating the big 3: sugar, processed grains & industrial seed oils How to become metabolically flexible Compressing your eating window triggers autophagy The cutting out the carbs strategy What’s the least amount of food I can eat? Carb dependent vs. fat adapted

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/jillianmichaels415 Jillian Michaels (IG: @jillianmichaels) is the world’s leading fitness expert, renowned nutritionist and wellness entrepreneur. With an international community of followers exceeding 100 million, Jillian’s dominance in health and wellness extends to her award-winning The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, successful fitness DVDs, top exercises streaming platform, 8 New York Times bestselling books, live speaking engagements, popular social media channels, a top podcast, and a list of key business partnerships and investments. In this episode, we discuss: Focus on how working out makes you feel, not the process The origin story of how Jillian got into fitness at age 12 The period of time Jillian worked as a personal trainer & bartender in her early 20’s Getting fired from the entertainment industry motivated Jillian to open a sports medicine facility Success comes from passion, perseverance, and patience The different mentalit

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/wadelightheart414 Wade Lightheart (IG: @wadelightheart) is an author, athlete, nutritionist and expert on fixing digestion. He’s the co-founder and president at BiOptimizers, a digestive and health optimization company and also serves as an advisor to the American Anti-Cancer Institute. Wade is a 3-time Canadian national all natural bodybuilding champion who competed as a vegetarian, former Mr. Universe competitor, and host of The Awesome Health Podcast. In this episode, we discuss: The origin story of how Wade got into bodybuilding The bodybuilding magazine from his terminally ill sister that inspired Wade The death of Wade's sister totally changed the trajectory of his life The key is to not develop a victim mentality Discovering meditation Becoming a drug-free vegetarian bodybuilder Wade’s cognitive function improved after changing his diet Fitness is a component of health, not the whole picture Mr. Universe to Mr. Marshmallow... gaining 42 lb

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/jamesnestor413 James Nestor (@mrjamesnestor) has written for Outside, Scientific American, The Atlantic, Dwell, The New York Times, and many other publications. His latest book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, was an instant New York Times bestseller. James has appeared on dozens of national television shows, including ABC’s Nightline and CBS’s Morning News, and on NPR. In this episode, we discuss: How James became fascinated with the subject of breath and breathing What James learned from studying free divers The 10-day mouth breathing experiment Why it’s advantageous to breathe through your nose The difference between mouth vs. nose breathing During allergy season snoring & sleep apnea goes up Mouth breathing can affect the development of your face Breastfed babies will be less apt to snoring, sleep apnea & crooked teeth The problem with braces Palatal expansion is the new wave of orthodontics Practices to make nose breathing an

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/annakaharris412 Annaka Harris (IG: @annakaharrisprojects) is the New York Times bestselling author of CONSCIOUS: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind. She is an editor and consultant for science writers, specializing in neuroscience and physics, and her work has appeared in The New York Times. Annaka is the author of the children’s book I Wonder, a collaborator on the Mindful Games Activity Cards, and a volunteer mindfulness teacher for the Inner Kids organization. In this episode, we discuss: As a kid, Annaka had a deeper sense of reality How Annaka got involved teaching meditation to children Integrating mindfulness into the school system Children learn to meditate easier than adults Practice meditating in the midst of everyday life Annaka’s early influence into meditation Why people have a hard time sticking to a meditation practice The emotions Annaka experienced on her first 5-day silent meditation retreat A radical shift is t