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

Meik Wiking (IG: @meikwiking) is the CEO of The Happiness Research Institute. He's a New York Times bestselling author and has written several books and reports on happiness, subjective well-being, and quality of life. Meik's books have sold over 1 million copies worldwide. He's is a frequent speaker at a variety of conferences and seminars on happiness around the world. In this episode, we discuss: Influencing your memories Balance positive memories vs. negative memories What were my happiest moments in life? Remembering events through association How your 5 senses help you retrieve memories Attention is the foundation for memory Using scent as a memory trigger Staying present in the moment Establishing healthier habits around smartphones Photographing your everyday life Be Marie Kondo’s arch enemy Curating the happy hundred Harnessing the power of firsts What is the Apollo Picnic? Using the emotional highlighter pen The impact of sharing embarrassing stories Storytelling helps solidify our memories The pea

Dr. Shefali Tsabary (IG: @doctorshefali) is a world-renowned clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and public speaker. She's an expert in her field where she blends Eastern philosophy and Western psychology. Dr. Shefali's books focus on parenting, families, & children and they will change your world. She teaches workshops and courses both online and in-person around the globe. In this episode, we discuss: Why Dr. Shefali had to grieve her fantasy of the perfect childbirth A true wisdom approach to life What is conscious parenting? Parent vs. child expectations How to handle a temper tantrum Creating boundaries for your children You are becoming conscious for you Parents need boundaries too Teach kids consequences of their behaviours Dr. Shefali recalls her childhood in India The teachings of Vipassana meditation Deep awareness of yourself Entering the unknown of parenthood Assessing vs. projecting what is best for our kids A hands off approach to parenting Kids need routine and structure Parenting i

Kyle Cease is a comedian and transformational speaker with two #1 Comedy Central specials to his credit. He is a New York Times bestselling author who shares his unique blend of comedy and personal evolution at his Evolving Out Loud events. Kyle has been a guest speaker at thousands of colleges, summits, and Fortune 500 conferences and leads his own live events. He has made more than 100 various TV and movie appearances, including 10 Things I Hate About You, Not Another Teen Movie, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. In this episode, we discuss: Kyle started performing comedy at age 12 The beginning of Kyle's transformational journey To move forward... release the inner baggage Fully be in this moment Breaking old patterns of behaviour Money is a mirror of your connection to yourself The story of 3 Helen's Invest money in yourself Bring awareness to your why Get excited about yourself, not money What happens after you let yourself fall apart? Kyle's 90 day raw vegan experiment Combining comedy & transformation What y

Eric Thomas (IG: @etthehiphoppreacher) earned his Ph.D. and is a critically acclaimed author, world-renowned speaker, educator, pastor, and audible.com Audie Awards Finalist. He's taken the world by storm with his creative style and high-energy messages. Eric has consulted numerous big brands, major universities, and professional sports teams. His words continue to impact tens of millions of people, across the planet! In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in Detroit Runaway, homeless, and a high school dropout at age 17 Church was a safe haven for Eric Being homeless turned into a blessing Learning to see life differently Eric’s girlfriend inspired him to get his GED College brought Eric a new lease on life Enter to learn... depart to serve Learn by teaching Turning a hobby into a profession We all need motivation, inspiration, and direction The secret to success: the guru story Take advantage of every opportunity Be a role model for your children Finishing school with a Ph.D. The whatever it takes mentali

Summer Rayne Oakes (IG: @homesteadbrooklyn) is an entrepreneur, author and media host whose work focuses on health, wellness and sustainability. Her website, Homestead Brooklyn and YouTube series, Plant One On Me, help reconnect people to nature through the beauty of plants and gardening. Summer's latest book came out this past July, How to Make a Plant Love You. You may see her in Brooklyn hanging out at her local community garden with her pet chicken, Kippee, or tending to her own copious indoor jungle of over 1100 plants. In this episode, we discuss: Being a self-confessed crazy plant lady Having over 1100 plants in a Brooklyn apartment Connecting people to the deeper level of nature House plant trends around the world The origin behind Summer Rayne Oakes' name Growing up enjoying the outdoors Bringing sustainability to the fashion world Create the community you want to live in You always remember your 1st plant… Summer's fiddle leaf fig The benefits of building a ritual with your plants Understanding qua

Trimester 2 has come and gone and we're very grateful that it went so smoothly. Marni's bump really popped early on this trimester and we've felt a ton of movement from TUB which made things feel even more real. We cover a lot in this episode including red raspberry leaf tea, slowing down, diet & supplements, preparing for a natural home birth, pregnancy book recommendations, birth classes, and so much more. Thanks for joining us on our baby journey! In this episode, we discuss: Marni’s growing bump Embracing pregnancy Feeling the baby kick at week 20 Moisturizing your belly, boobs, & bottom Increase your collagen intake with daily smoothies & elixirs Homemade gummies are the tastiest way to consume gelatin Common body changes happening throughout trimester 2 Exercise video recommendations for trimester 2 Yoga is very conducive to being pregnant The benefits of connecting with pregnant mamas in your community Learning through birth classes Pregnancy book recommendations Our babymoon & nesting

Gabby Reece (IG: @gabbyreece) is a world renowned athlete, New York Times bestselling author, wife, and mother.  She’s a former professional beach volleyball player and Nike’s first female spokeswoman. Gabby’s commanding presence, passion for healthy living, and fitness expertise makes her a popular leader in the world of health and wellness. Together with her husband, Laird Hamilton, Gabby created Extreme Performance Training (XPT). In this episode, we discuss: You are not defined by your identity Making personal health a priority Approaching motherhood like an athlete Be accountable, take responsibility Life isn’t perfect, it’s about evolving Adapting to your surroundings Keeping things simple Being connected to nature How to keep your relationship balanced Advice for new parents Being a good example for your children Parenting teenagers Releasing the idea of controlling people Gabby’s progression into extreme sports Meeting her husband… Laird Hamilton Relationships are about partnerships Celebrating your

Laird Hamilton (IG: @lairdhamiltonsurf) is best known as an American big-wave surfer and pioneer in the world of action water sports. In addition to his affinity for the water, Laird is labeled as an inventor, author, stunt man, model, producer, TV host, fitness and nutrition expert, husband, father, and adrenaline junkie. Partnering with his wife, Gabrielle Reece, Laird created Extreme Performance Training (XPT). Laird’s passion for health and wellness combined with innovation, led him to pioneer his own plant-based product line in 2015, ​Laird Superfood. In this episode, we discuss: Living off the land in Hawaii Being born to surf Surfing is limitless, anything is possible Finding comfort with the sea Are sharks the spirits of our ancestors? The evolution of Laird’s surfing journey Enjoying the creative process What is hydrofoil surfing? Continuing to learn The origin of tow-in surfing Surfing competitions set you up for failure Being fulfilled by achieving Underwater pool training Stress builds bonds The

Christine Hassler (IG: @christinehassler) is the bestselling author of three books, most recently Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change your Present and Get What you Really Want. She left her successful job as a Hollywood agent to pursue a life she could be passionate about. For over a decade Christine has been teaching and inspiring people around the world as a keynote speaker, retreat facilitator, spiritual psychologist and life coach, and host of a top-rated podcast. Her appearances include The Today Show, CNN, and The New York Times. Christine believes once we get out of our own way, we can show up to make the meaningful impact we are here to make. In this episode, we discuss: Christine's recent wedding in Greece How Christine became in touch with her intuition Being diagnosed with depression at age 11 Getting off anti-depressants Being addicted to overachieving Why being a people pleaser is actually selfish Start setting boundaries Transitioning to Hollywood Money & fame won't m

Neil Pasricha (IG: @neilpasricha) is a New York Times bestselling author that is all about living intentionally. His current work focuses under the themes of gratitude, happiness, failure, resilience, and trust. Neil gives over 50 speeches a year at places like TED, SXSW, and Google. He also hosts an Apple “Best of 2018” podcast called 3 Books where he's on a 15-year-long mission to uncover and discuss the 1000 most formative books in the world. Neil's book, You Are Awesome, is launching today. In this episode, we discuss: Building resilience by tearing away the layers Will it matter on my deathbed? Reveal to heal 3 simple prompts to start your day Don’t Look Back In Anger Theory Practicing gratitude in the mornings How Neil’s blog (1000 Awesome Things) became therapeutic Gratitude builds a shield of resilience Do you suffer from decision fatigue? The idea of practicing untouchable days Battling cellphone & social media addiction Becoming anti-fragile More failure = more success Purposeful failure increa

We live in a world that is full of toxic chemicals... inside and outside the home. We're here to help you make better choices, decreasing your chemical exposure and the toxins in your body. We address chemical sensitivities, natural beauty products, greenwashing, non-toxic bedding & furniture, purifying the air in your home, and so much more! All this being said, we don't want you to stress. Continue to learn, evolve, and do the best you can. In this episode, we discuss: Reducing your chemical exposure More people are becoming chemically sensitive The importance of breathing clean air Are you exposed to chemicals in your work environment or office? Bring your own soap when you travel Filter your water for drinking & showering Your skin is your largest organ, stop sucking in all those toxins Switching to natural deodorant (that actually works) Can you recommend a 100% natural hair gel? Remove the toxins in your laundry room Be weary of greenwashing Your “natural” products could be affecting your micro

Eric Zimmer (IG: @one_you_feed) is a dad, serial entrepreneur, podcast host, behavior coach, and author. He is endlessly inspired by the quest for a greater understanding of how our minds work and how to intentionally create the lives we want to live. At the age of 24, Eric was homeless, addicted to heroin and facing long jail sentences. In the years since, he has found a way to recover from addiction and build a life worth living for himself. Eric’s story and his work have been featured in the media including TedX, mindbodygreen, Elephant Journal, the BBC, and Brain Pickings. In this episode, we discuss: Eric’s struggle with alcohol & drugs Becoming aware and realizing the bigger issue Physical addiction vs. psychological addiction The moment that led to Eric's sobriety Hope & support are important in recovery Strategies to fight depression A snapshot of Eric’s diet Relapsing back to old habits Check in with yourself Broadening your perspective Focus on gratitude & kindness Share how you are fee

Michael Hyatt (IG: @michaelhyatt) is the CEO and founder of Michael Hyatt & Company. He’s scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company and his own leadership development company that has grown over 60% year over year for the past 4 years. Michael is a New York Times bestselling author whose latest book is titled, Free to Focus, which focuses in on productivity and how to achieve more by doing less. He’s been married for over 40 years, has five daughters, and nine grandchildren. In this episode, we discuss: Michael’s health scare, 20 years ago Achieve more by doing less Establish a hard boundary Make the commitment The 4 types of freedom Be intentional about rejuvenation Optimize your sleep routine What are your three big wins today? 4 daily rituals Start your day by journaling What is the double win? The power of constraints The Freedom Compass The development zone Setting up your workday routine Don’t respond to messages instantly Work productivity hacks Setting up emai

Dr. Will Cole (IG: @drwillcole) is a leading functional medicine expert that consults people around the world via webcam and locally in Pittsburgh. He specializes in clinically investigating the underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing health programs for various health conditions. Dr. Cole was named one of the top 50 functional medicine and integrative doctors in the nation and is a health expert and course instructor for a couple of the world’s largest wellness brands, mindbodygreen and goop. He's the author of Ketotarian and The Inflammation Spectrum, the latter comes out today and is the focus of our chat. In this episode, we discuss: Managing anxiety through functional medicine Inflammation is linked to anxiety, depression & cognitive issues Self-care protocols to help manage anxiety Weighted blankets help reduce anxiety Magnesium is nature’s chill pill Healthy plant fats help to calm inflammation Stabilize your blood sugar, stabilize your moods Adaptogens can help calm your mind Therap

Dr. William Li (IG: @drwilliamli) is a world-renowned physician, scientist, speaker, and author of Eat to Beat Disease – The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself. He is best known for leading the Angiogenesis Foundation. Dr. Li's TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has been viewed more than 11 million times. He's an author of over 100 scientific publications in leading journals such as Science, the New England Journal of Medicine, and The Lancet. In this episode, we discuss: The inspiration behind Dr. Li’s book “Eat to Beat Disease” Studying the Mediterranean Diet The 5 health defence systems The role of angiogenesis in cancer What is cancer? Helping prevent cancer by eating anti-angiogenic foods Drinking green tea to help prevent tumors Sources of omega-3 fatty acids Angiogenesis stimulating foods The process of regeneration Foods that stimulate stem cells Foods & lifestyle choices that injure stem cells Green tea vs. matcha green tea Foods that kill cancer stem cells Dr. Li's thoughts on s

Genevieve Howland (IG: @mamanatural) is a childbirth educator, breastfeeding advocate, and the woman behind Mama Natural, the web’s #1 natural parenting site. She is the bestselling author of The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth. Genevieve is a prominent YouTuber whose videos have been viewed over 85 million times. In this episode, we discuss: Genevieve's transition from junk food junkie to Mama Natural Preparing for pregnancy EMF exposure and fertility Monitor your thyroid during pregnancy What is lunaception? How much caffeine is allowed during pregnancy? Green & black tea can inhibit folate absorption Find out your MTHFR status The debate between folate vs. folic acid How long should you take prenatal vitamins for? The importance of preconception nutrition Trust your cravings, listen to your body The benefits of cod liver oil Food & supplement recommendations Consume foods high in calcium Get in tune with your body What is the Brewer Pregnancy Diet? Pregnancy differences

Most of us have specific tasks we continually avoid for weeks, months or even years. These open loops can range from simple (can be completed within a minute or two) to complex (more time consuming). What do these tasks all have in common? They take up mental bandwidth and deplete your energy. We share specific examples of open loops and a system to close the loops in your life. In this episode, we discuss: Closing the loops in your life How to complete tasks To-do lists vs. closing the loops Examples of tasks Start by taking an inventory Work together and delegate Organize one master list Create a method to track Weekly to-do lists Celebrate small wins! Clear the mental bandwidth Make room for creativity What have you been putting off in your life? Related links: Tap here to go to our show notes to download the worksheet for this episode Listen to Marni & Jesse - A Snapshot Of Our Life previously on TUHP (episode #300) Listen to Ryder Carroll previously on TUHP (episode #274) The Bullet Journal Method

Chase Jarvis (IG: @chasejarvis) is well known as a visionary photographer, director, and social artist. He's earned recognition doing work for brands like Nike, Pepsi, Volvo, Reebok, Apple, and Red Bull. Chase also focuses on personal work and fine art that has gained the attention of curators and art critics, mainstream audiences, and celebrity circles worldwide. He is also an entrepreneur, having started one of the world’s fastest growing online education companies, creativelive.com, in March 2010. Chase's new book, Creative Calling is available today. In this episode, we discuss: Unlocking the power of creativity Everyone is creative Creativity is where we find fulfillment Build the life you want Listen to your intuition Find your calling Take control of your morning The benefits of cold therapy It’s never too late to start Create on a daily basis Give yourself permission to fail Get good at being vulnerable What is a creative mindset? Cultivating a sense of imagination while growing up The evolution of C

James Altucher (IG: @altucher) is a successful entrepreneur, angel investor, chess master and prolific writer. He’s started 20 companies (17 have failed but he’s learned a lot along the way) and is currently invested in over 30. James is the author of 18 books, including Wall Street Journal bestsellers: 'The Power of No' and 'Choose Yourself'. His latest book, "Reinvent Yourself" was #1 in the Amazon store shortly after its release. His blog, JamesAltucher.com, has attracted more than 20 million readers since its launch in 2010. James hosts a successful podcast, "The James Altucher Show" which has over 30 million downloads. In this episode, we discuss: James' experiment with minimalism Always rent, don’t buy a home The idea of practicing change Money, materialism, and consumerism Comedians see the truth Challenge yourself 10 ideas a day Executing on an idea Self-care is a part of life Practice staying in the moment Don’t read the newspaper or watch the news Lessons James learned from his Dad What is success?

Leanne Vogel (IG: @healthfulpursuit) is an international bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of Healthful Pursuit. She's written The Keto Diet, The Keto Diet Cookbook, and her recent title, Keto for Women. Leanne has been in the field of nutrition since receiving her holistic nutrition certification in 2007. In this episode, we discuss: Living in a mobile home to life on a sailboat Getting diagnosed with an eating disorder at age 12 The evolution of Healthful Pursuit Transitioning from vegan to keto Do things that light you up Listen to your body Keto for Women Intuitive eating & keto Eat food that makes you feel good You are more than a number on the scale Focus on healthy behaviours Pregnancy & keto What are carb ups? Stop the restrictive mentality Ask yourself “What does my body need?” It’s not willpower, it’s self-respect You are more than a body Show sponsors: Vuori Clothing