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

Autumn Smith (IG: @autumnfladmosmith) is the co-founder of Paleovalley and Wild Pastures. She holds a Masters in Holistic Nutrition, she's a Certified Eating Psychology Coach, and a Certified FDN Practitioner. Autumn's passion for health began with her own struggles with IBS and anxiety: despite a career as a professional dancer and celebrity fitness trainer, her own health was in shambles. Desperate for a cure, Autumn and her husband Chas stumbled upon the paleo diet in 2011 and within a month of beginning it, her health was completely transformed. Autumn then made it her mission to share the information she had learned with as many people as possible. In this episode, we discuss: Transitioning Paleovalley from California to Colorado Supporting farmers using regenerative agriculture Sourcing 100% grass-fed and grass-finished meat Growing nutrient-dense produce Making regenerative organic certification (ROC) today’s standard Shifting our focus to the bigger picture How Autumn maintains balance as a mom, wife

John Chester is an Emmy-winning director and has been a filmmaker and television director for the last 25 years. His latest project The Biggest Little Farm, is a feature-length film that chronicles the epic 8-year story of Apricot Lane Farms, the regenerative farm he and his wife Molly started in 2011. Molly Chester is an author, farmer and chef known for her breadth of culinary work with traditional food techniques. She authored the popular traditional foods blog, Organic Spark, which became the inspiration for her traditional foods cookbook, Back to Butter. In 2011, Molly’s culinary journey led her and her husband John to start Apricot Lane Farms, a 214-acre biodynamic farm in Moorpark, California, with the goal of producing the most healthy, flavourful, and nutrient-dense food possible. In this episode, we discuss: Apricot Lane Farms fall crops How rescuing Todd the dog inspired John & Molly’s new way of living Molly’s passion for food and her PCOS healing journey The world of regenerative agriculture

Dr. Jason Fung (IG: @drjasonfung) is a physician, author, and researcher. His groundbreaking science-based books about diabetes and obesity, The Diabetes Code, The Obesity Code, and The Complete Guide to Fasting have sold hundreds of thousands of copies and challenged the conventional wisdom that diabetics should be treated with insulin. Dr. Fung is also the co-founder of the Intensive Dietary Management Program, North America’s leading clinic to help people lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes naturally with fasting. His work has been cited by CNN, Time, The Atlantic, Forbes, the Toronto Star, and many other media outlets. This conversation is based off of Dr. Fung's latest book, Life in the Fasting Lane that he co-wrote with Eve Mayer and Megan Ramos. In this episode, we discuss: Treating kidney disease & type 2 diabetes by helping people lose weight The real reason people gain weight… hormones Satiety signaling vs. insulin signaling Stop eating 6-10x a day Fasting is the solution for obesity Ghreli

Jordan Younger Albrecht (IG: @thebalancedblonde) is the blogger behind the top-read spirituality & wellness blog, The Balanced Blonde. She covers all things wellness, high vibrational living, the plant based lifestyle, healing from chronic illness, tapping into your creativity and psychic nature, and so much more. Beyond the blog, she is the creator and host of top podcast SOUL ON FIRE, where she goes deep on a range of topics from nutrition, to aliens, to entrepreneurship, to mediumship. In this episode, we discuss: Jordan was diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease Jordan's soul searching trip to Bali where she hit rock bottom Living in a moldy environment flared up her Lyme disease symptoms IGeneX: Lyme disease testing Jordan’s thoughts on the western blot test The overwhelming truth about Lyme disease and co-infections Ozone therapy for treatment of Lyme disease The facts about treating Lyme disease with antibiotics The benefits of stem cell therapy The plant based way of life for healing How sharing you

James Hamblin (IG: jameshamblin) is a Medical Doctor & Master of Public Health but he’s not a practicing physician… he’s a staff writer at The Atlantic, a lecturer at the Yale School of Public Health, and a specialist in preventive medicine. James is the author of If Our Bodies Could Talk and hosted a video series of the same name. His new book is CLEAN: The New Science of Skin. In this episode, we discuss: Why James stopped showering Changing the armpit ecosystem It's time to re-examine your daily skin care routine Are your skin care products causing your acne? Your skin is affected from the inside out The history of soaps People are focusing more on targeted hygiene The psychological effect of cultural beauty trends Are skin care products regulated? Don’t believe everything you read on the labels Marketing ploys used to get men interested in skin care regimens James' journey into medicine and journalism Face mites live in your pores Healthy exposure to microbes train your immune system Probiotics in sk

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: Foraging edible prince mushrooms Are you suffering from nature deficit disorder? Social interaction is good for your emotional well-being Strive for contentment The path to spontaneous happiness The goal of meditation Yoga helps quiet the mind Allow yourself to experience lowered moods Social media sabotages your attention span An anti-inflammatory diet can help treat depression Stay physically fit thr

Dr. Uma Naidoo (IG: @drumanaidoo) is a Harvard trained psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutrition specialist. Her niche work is in Nutritional Psychiatry and she is recognized worldwide as a medical pioneer in this more newly recognized field. Dr. Uma has a special interest on the impact of food on mood and other mental health conditions. She’s been asked by The American Psychiatric Association to author the first academic text in Nutritional Psychiatry. Dr. Uma just released her first book, This Is Your Brain on Food. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Uma’s learning to cook journey How Julia Child inspired Dr. Uma to pursue culinary school The emerging field of Nutritional Psychiatry Food modifications when battling cancer Pay attention to your body and your habits Cancer patients need a solid support system Be present and enjoy the good moments Black pepper activates curcumin in turmeric The language behind “treat days” Using turmeric to treat depression & anxiety The vagus nerve connects your gut a

Robb Wolf (IG: @dasrobbwolf) is a former research biochemist and a 2x New York Times & Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat.  He has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top ranked podcast, books and seminars. Robb's new book is Sacred Cow. In this episode, we discuss: What is well raised meat? The meaning behind the title of Robb's new book, Sacred Cow Why did eating meat become vilified in the health & wellness space Is grass-fed meat more nutritious than conventional meat? The dangers of animals eating mold infected grains Raising animals in a regenerative process vs. grain finishing animals What is the least harm principle? Vegan diets are not sustainable for pregnant women, infants & children You can’t own the intellectual property of nature How the domesticated cow entered our food chain How does wild game fit into the picture? Debunking the "meat is acidic" theory Does meat cause cancer? The carbon footpr

Blake Mycoskie (IG: @blakemycoskie) is a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and bestselling author most known for founding TOMS Shoes. In the Spring of 2020, he co-founded his newest company, Madefor. This is a ten-month program that applies the principles of modern neuroscience, psychology, and physiology to make your brain and body better. In his free time, you can find Blake outside enjoying nature whether it is rock climbing, surfing or snowboarding. In this episode, we discuss: COVID-19 struck when Blake was attending a 7-day silent Vipassana retreat Blake’s morning routine Journaling allows you to focus on the present moment Intermittent fasting helps recalibrate your body Growing your own garden is a valuable teaching experience Experiencing financial freedom & time freedom after the sale of TOMS Shoes Suffering is the path to inner awareness Preparing for a good night’s sleep Stop using your smartphone as an alarm clock Where did the name Madefor come from? How do I use my life to help others?

Lori Gottlieb (IG: @lorigottlieb_author) is a psychotherapist and author of the New York Times bestseller Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, which is being turned into a television series. In addition to her clinical practice, she writes The Atlantic’s weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column and contributes regularly to The New York Times and many other publications. Lori’s recent TED Talk is one of the top 10 most watched of the year, and she is a sought-after expert in media such as The Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, and NPR’s “Fresh Air.” Lori has a new iHeart Radio podcast, produced by Katie Couric, called Dear Therapists. In this episode, we discuss: How to land your kids in therapy Learning how to sit with your feelings Why Lori decided to write about the human condition How you see yourself clearly in other people’s stories The relationship that blindsided Lori Idiot compassion vs. wise compassion The vantage point of a therapist Lori’s unexplained medical symptoms brushed off as a psychological

Dr. Alejandro Junger (IG: @dralejandrojunger) is a cardiologist, founder of the Clean Program, and a 3X New York Times bestselling author. He's been called the father of detox and his Clean Program is followed by people worldwide including dignitaries, A-list celebrities and media personalities. Dr. Junger is frequently interviewed in the press for his detox expertise and has been featured on major national shows including Dr. Oz, Martha Stewart, and ABC News. In this episode, we discuss: Alejandro’s desire to become a doctor Being diagnosed with IBS, depression & severe allergies after moving to the US Choosing meditation over medication Experiencing bliss at an ashram How to stop automatic negative thoughts Being present with your kids Cleansing & detoxification had a profound shift on Alejandro’s health Finding functional medicine Witnessing the power of Ayurvedic medicine The results of intermittent fasting Ayurvedic herbs used in the Clean 7 program Moringa is a complete superfood The benefits o

Dr. Robin Berzin (IG: @robinberzinmd) is a practicing physician and the founder and CEO of Parsley Health. She combines the best of conventional primary care with a functional approach to health. This means that Robin focuses on getting to the root cause of disease rather than just treating the symptoms. In this episode, we discuss: How Robin became the 1st producer of Dr. Oz’s radio show The epiphany that sparked Robin's medical career How yoga led to meditation Transitioning to eating real food Using a holistic approach to medicine to heal chronic illnesses Transforming medicine Robin developing bad cystic acne during medical school Getting to the root of the problem Triggers for intestinal permeability (aka leaky gut) Testing for food allergies & food sensitivities The elimination diet vs. the autoimmune protocol (AIP) Sugar is poison The personalized medicine approach at Parsley Health How Vipassana Meditation transformed Robin’s life Balancing a career & motherhood Eating healthy is self-care Kn

Dr. Daniel Amen (IG: @doc_amen) is a double board-certified psychiatrist and ten-time NY Times bestselling author. In March 2020, his latest book, The End of Mental Illness was published. Dr. Amen is the founder of Amen Clinics, which has 8 locations across the United States. He's also hosted 14 national public television shows about the brain, which have aired over 100,000 times across North America. In this episode, we discuss: The end of the term "mental illness" The history of how "mental illnesses" were treated Nourish your brain What is brain SPECT imaging? The anatomy of the brain The long term impact of concussions & head injuries Brain health involves 3 things Alcohol prematurely ages your brain You don’t have to lose consciousness to experience a brain injury The connection between hearth health & mental health Increasing blood flow with hyperbaric oxygen therapy Autoimmune issues are linked to mental health issues The connection between Lyme disease and schizophrenia How leaky gut impacts

Jack Canfield (IG: @jackcanfield_official) is the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. He has developed 42 New York Times bestsellers, and holds a Guinness Book World Record for having seven books on the New York Times bestseller list at once. Known as “America’s #1 Success Coach,” Jack has studied and reported on what makes successful people different. Over the last 40 years, his compelling message, empowering energy and personable coaching style has helped hundreds of thousands of individuals achieve their dreams. In this episode, we discuss: Being instilled with good works habits as a kid Teaching kids to be motivated and have self-esteem Success is not a 4-letter word Continuing to grow through personal development The drive to pursue excellence Allowing yourself to pursue your passions What is my purpose? Eliminating 1 hour of TV a day How virtual training has increased due to COVID-19 People want to see the real authentic you on social media Ordinary people doing extraordinary things The

Whitney Leigh Morris (IG: @whitneyleighmorris) is a Small Space Lifestyle Consultant based in Venice, California. She's a firm believer that you don't need to "live large" to live beautifully. Whitney helps individuals, couples, and families live comfortably and contentedly in (& with) a smaller footprint. Her book is Small Space Style: Because You Don’t Need to Live Large to Live Beautifully. In this episode, we discuss: Whitney living in a tiny 400 square foot cottage near the canals in Venice, California with her husband, son & two dogs Tips for working from home before & during COVID-19 The tiny home community What it was like for Whitney growing up in Florida surrounded by wildlife Vertical gardening in small spaces Supporting local farms & CSA delivery boxes Cruising around town on a cargo bike Living a conscious vegetarian lifestyle Getting creative with how you use your space Creating space with intention and light What brings you joy in this moment? Rules to ask before bringing new i

Sayer Ji (IG: @sayergmi) is the founder of GreenMedInfo, the world’s largest open-access natural health database. He's the author of Regenerate: Unlocking Your Body's Radical Resilience through the New Biology. In this episode, we discuss: Sayer’s health struggles & becoming a natural health advocate Experimenting with the raw food diet MicroRNAs in foods & how they impact our genes What are exosomes? Why the ancestral diet is the ideal diet GreenMedInfo's mission is to help people make informed choices The apple mono diet The benefits of eating a chlorophyll-rich diet The science behind eating dark, melanin-rich foods Structuring your water Zero point energy aka the quantum vacuum Are gluten-free products negatively impacting your health? Why raw foods are important to eat at every meal You can maintain resilience by feeding your microbiome raw plant material The ancestral diet includes animal foods Chicken soup is therapeutic Black seed oil applied topically acts as a pain reliever Falling in love

Celeste Headlee (IG: @celesteheadlee) is an award-winning journalist, professional speaker, and bestselling author. Today we're discussing her latest book, Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving. In this episode, we discuss: Work shouldn’t be your life Celeste’s health began to downgrade from overworking Design your life to have downtime The negative impact of technology & social media on your brain Tips for working from home Celeste's 13-day train adventure Where did the 40 hour work week come from? The work ethic that was ingrained in us Allowing time for your mind to wander You decrease your productivity when you push your brain too far People can generally focus for 4-5 hours Untouchable days = no interruptions The human brain can’t multitask The distinction between idleness & laziness What are the things that relax you? Your purpose doesn’t have to be connected to your work What is time perception? Ask yourself how you want to spend your time Our #1 need after

Hello parenthood! :) Baby Sarelle is here and we're adjusting well to becoming new parents. We were as prepared as can be for her arrival but have learned so much already. Today we're sharing our first 12 weeks which includes placenta encapsulation, oral vitamin K supplementation, the challenges of breastfeeding, co-sleeping, baby acne, babywearing and so much more. Thanks for continuing to follow our baby (and now parenting) journey! In this episode, we discuss: The first 12 weeks after Sarelle was born (the 4th trimester) Oral vitamin K Encapsulating Marni's placenta A support team after birth is essential Making baths part of your self-care healing routine Allowing time for your body to rest and heal Feeding Sarelle every 2 hours (even through the night) The challenges of breastfeeding, pumping, & top-ups We opted for goat milk formula Natural options to help increase your milk supply Hiring a lactation consultant to guide our breastfeeding journey Chiropractic care during pregnancy & postpartum (

Dr. Satchin Panda (IG: @satchin.panda) is a professor at the Salk Institute and author of The Circadian Code. He is a frequent speaker in international conferences on metabolism, exercise and chronic diseases. Dr. Panda's research focuses on how circadian clocks regulate behaviour, physiology, and metabolism. His discovery of how a blue light sensor in our eyes affect our sleep-wake cycle, depression, and alertness is leading a new revolution in managing light to improve health. Dr. Panda recently discovered that maintaining a daily feeding-fasting cycle – popularly known as time-restricted eating (TRE) – can prevent and reverse many chronic diseases and increase lifespan. In this episode, we discuss: How you wake up is the most important part of your day Getting natural daylight in the morning The light-dark cycle trains our brain clock Melanopsin is sensitive to blue light (aka junk light at night) It takes 2-3 hours to build up your melatonin Simple solutions to manage light throughout your home Make sure

Jenny  Sansouci (IG: @jennysansouci)  is the author of The Rebel's Apothecary: A Practical Guide to the Healing Magic of Cannabis, CBD, and Mushrooms. She's a certified health coach and creator of the wellness blog Healthy Crush, where she's been writing since 2008. Jenny is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and has been trained by functional medicine doctor  Frank  Lipman, MD in New York City. In this episode, we discuss: Jenny’s dad getting diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer Researching cannabis & medicinal mushrooms for cancer Cannabis oil can be used to help relieve the side effects of chemotherapy Cannabis has always been used as a medicine The difference between hemp & marijuana What are turpenes? CBD isolate is different than a full spectrum CBD product The benefits of CBD How skin receptors interact with cannabis molecules If you are new to CBD, start with a tincture Microdosing with THC Medicinal mushrooms for everyday use The benefits of culinary mushrooms: shiita