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

Dr. Alan Christianson (IG: @dralanchristianson) is a naturopathic endocrinologist who focuses on thyroid function, adrenal health, and metabolism. He has been actively practicing in Scottsdale since 1996 and is the founding physician behind Integrative Health. Alan is a New York Times bestselling author whose books include The Adrenal Reset Diet, and the Complete Idiot’s Guide to Thyroid Disease and the book we're focusing in on today, The Metabolism Reset Diet. He regularly appears on national media like Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The Today Show. In this episode, we discuss: Alan's story of growing up with cerebral palsy & epilepsy Metabolism defined What causes an overloaded liver? Overloaded liver symptoms The 4-Week Metabolism Reset Diet Drinking two smoothies a day The benefits of plant protein Use the whole banana, including the peel Aquafaba contains resistant starch Health benefits of legumes Why a satisfying dinner helps beat insomnia Eat breakfast one hour after waking up The main functions of th

Dr. David Perlmutter (IG: @davidperlmutter) is a Board-Certified Neurologist and four-time New York Times bestselling author. He's a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition and received his M.D. degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. David's been interviewed on many nationally syndicated radio and television programs including 20/20, Larry King Live, CNN, Fox News, The Today Show, The Oprah Show, and The Dr. Oz Show. Today we're discussing his book, Brain Maker: The Power of Gut Microbes to Heal and Protect Your Brain– for Life. In this episode, we discuss: How the microbiome is the ultimate brain maker What causes leaky gut? Exercise impacts the microbiome Do I really need these antibiotics? Probiotics taken with antibiotics helps reduce the risk The benefits of prebiotics The different species of gut bacteria The role of probiotics Shelf stable probiotics vs. refrigerated probiotics What is a fecal microbial transplant (FMT)? The connection between gastrointestinal issues & autism

Dr. Steven Lin (IG: @drstevenlin) is a world leading functional dentist, TEDx speaker and author of the International #1 Amazon Best Selling Book, The Dental Diet. As a passionate, preventative, whole health-advocate, he focuses on the understanding of dental disease through nutritional principles. Steven's work has highlighted that crooked teeth and the orthodontia epidemic are diet based problems and the need for public health policy to prevent braces in the next generation of children. In this episode, we discuss: Steven's fascination with teeth and dental health The book that had a profound impact on Steven's career Good dental and oral health starts at birth Checking for tongue tie The impact of breastfeeding on oral health What is Activator X? The difference between vitamin K1 & K2 Why we get plaque buildup Vitamin K2 MK-4 vs. MK-7 Why you should eat organ meats Oxygen is the most crucial nutrient Get a functional dental exam Vagus nerve function What is stunting the growth of your child's jaw? Sno

Dr. Steven Gundry (IG: @drstevengundry) is a renowned cardiologist, New York Times best-selling author of "The Plant Paradox" and medical researcher. During his 40-year career in medicine, he has performed over 10,000 heart surgeries and developed life-saving medical technology. Dr. Gundry is currently practicing medicine in California. In this episode, we discuss: The truth about our genes What is the holobiome? The influence of the oral microbiome on brain health Explaining the microbiome & lectins How exercise impacts your microbiome The benefits of living in a Blue Zone A 5-minute exercise program HIIT vs. Crossfit Why long-distance running isn’t recommended The secrets to life Dr. Gundry learned from his great grandmother What happens to your brain while you’re sleeping? Break fast, not breakfast Eat vegan 5 days a week Dr. Gundry’s diet Consume a litre of olive oil a week Olive oil is high in polyphenols Oxidation & smoke point of olive oil Buying olive oil Top sources of polyphenols The benefi

Cal Newport is an associate professor of computer science at Georgetown University. He's also a writer who focuses on the impact of technology on society. Cal is the author of six books, including, most recently, the New York Times bestseller, Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World. You won't find Cal on social media but he's been blogging at calnewport.com for over a decade. In this episode, we discuss: Why Cal has avoided social media all these years How the Facebook “like” button changed social media What is web 2.0? Stop socializing on social media Breaking the compulsion cycle Why growing your email list is important Digital Minimalism defined The digital declutter experiment Why the younger generation struggles more without screen time Planning analog time vs. digital time Create time for solitude The ritual of journaling How the Amish evaluate community needs Be intentional when using technology Use social media like a professional Approaching Instagram in a healthy way The key i

Dr. Izabella Wentz (IG: @izabellawentzpharmd) is an internationally acclaimed thyroid specialist and licensed pharmacist who has dedicated her career to addressing the root causes of autoimmune thyroid disease after being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis in 2009. She's a 2x New York Times bestselling author and director of the documentary series, The Thyroid Secret. In this episode, we discuss: Izabella’s Hashimoto’s diagnosis after 10 years of confusing symptoms Why Izabella still had symptoms after taking thyroid medication The impact of going gluten & dairy-free Linking Izabella's pharmaceutical background & thyroid research together How common is Hashimoto’s? Types of thyroid testing Microscope testing vs. ultrasounds What is the safety theory? Why the paleo diet is recommended for Hashimoto's over vegan/vegetarian diets Digestive enzymes explained The 7 most common nutrient deficiencies in Hashimoto’s Stress, trauma & autoimmune conditions Izabella shares her personal trauma of losing

Darya Rose (IG: @daryarose) is a neuroscience PhD, author of the book Foodist, and creator of the award-winning blog Summer Tomato, which was named one of TIME's 50 Best Websites. She spends most of her time thinking and writing about food, health and science. In this episode, we discuss: Darya’s experience raising a healthy child Growing up in the diet culture Why Darya decided to stop avoiding carbs The life-changing transformation that inspired her blog & book The science behind dieting & weight gain Darya’s approach to breaking away from dieting The story behind Summer Tomato Options for buying produce, throughout the year Cost effective tips for healthy eating Shop in season Eating at home vs. dining out Start cooking together Biohacking your health needs The challenges of living in different U.S. states What Darya recommends eating Enjoy what you eat Breaking the habit loop Adopt a growth mindset The rewards of healthy habits How Darya inspired her Dad to change his diet Marathon running Exerci

Katie Wells aka Wellness Mama (IG: @wellnessmama) is a wife and mom of six, as well as an award-winning blogger, author, podcaster, and real food crusader. Her mission with WellnessMama.com is to provide simple answers for healthier families through practical tips, real food recipes, natural beauty and cleaning tutorials, natural remedies, and more. Katie's latest book is The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox. In this episode, we discuss: The walk that changed Katie’s life Experiencing a myriad of health issues The story behind Wellness Mama Why it took 8 doctors before Katie was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease Be active in your health care decisions Remove dangerous oils and artificial foods from your diet How to reduce plastic use in your home Addressing the mental & emotional side of Hashimoto’s Systematize your life Navigating pregnancy with Hashimoto’s Create a team culture within your family What to feed your baby first Katie's approach to family mealtime Educate your children on choices When

don Miguel Ruiz (IG: @donmiguelruiz) is the international bestselling author of a series of books including The Four Agreements, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list for nearly 10 years. He's dedicated his life to sharing the wisdom of the ancient Toltec through his books, lectures, and journeys to sacred sites around the world. Today we're discussing Miguel's latest book, The Three Questions. In this episode, we discuss: What triggered Miguel’s curiosity to study the human mind? The difference his Mother’s Toltec wisdom made in his life The Three Questions You have no idea what you are What is real? What I am Every day is a different reality What is love? Unlearn to love Normal fear vs. irrational fear Stop believing your thoughts Learn to listen and be skeptical "Me" is your own creation Show sponsors: Organifi

Vani Hari (IG: @thefoodbabe) is a food activist, New York Times bestselling author of The Food Babe Way, and co-founder of Truvani. She was named one of the most influential people on the internet by Time magazine. Encouraged by her friends and family, Vani started a blog called foodbabe.com in 2011. It quickly became a massive vehicle for change. Her blog has led campaigns against food giants like Kraft, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Subway, and General Mills that attracted more than 500,000 signatures and led to the removal of several controversial ingredients used by these companies. Today we're discussing Vani's new book, Feeding You Lies: How to Unravel the Food Industry’s Playbook and Reclaim Your Health. In this episode, we discuss: How Vani’s life has changed since becoming a mother The backlash from the food industry after her first book Fighting against food policies that are making us sick Breaking free from the control of the food industry Being named Time magazine’s most influential person on the inte

Dr. Josh Axe (IG: @drjoshaxe) is a bestselling author and the co-founder of Ancient Nutrition. He's a certified doctor of natural medicine (DNM), doctor of chiropractic (DC) and clinical nutritionist (CNS) with a passion to help people get healthy by empowering them to use nutrition to fuel their health. Josh operates one of the world’s largest health websites at DrAxe.com, which has over 17 million visitors a month. Today we're discussing his upcoming book, Keto Diet. In this episode, we discuss: The dietary & lifestyle changes that healed Josh’s Mom from cancer Plant-based keto Treating different types of cancer with food How overconsuming carbs puts stress on the pancreas A customized approach to keto Dirty vs. clean keto What is the keto diet? Why organic meat is important Why you need to take collagen Bone broth is the best source of collagen Alkaline sources of food Benefits of celery juice Anti-inflammatory herbs & spices What is galangal? Thermogenic herbs The Forever Keto Cycling Plan Keto h

Sally Hogshead (IG: @sallyhogshead) is a New York Times bestselling author who believes the greatest value you can add is to become more of yourself. She rose to the top of the advertising profession in her early 20s, writing ads that fascinated millions of consumers. Sally frequently appears in national media including NBC's Today Show and the New York Times. Today we’re discussing her internationally-acclaimed book, Fascinate. The science of fascination is based on Sally’s decade of research with 250,000 initial participants. In this episode, we discuss: The lesson Sally’s Dad taught her growing up What makes you fascinating? Become more of who you are Differentiation is key Reconnect with your own life Why Sally is feeling a little bit discouraged The 100 day project she has planned Two miraculous things that happened during Sally's spiritual journey Great teams are built with diversity Sally’s round table family tradition What is the Fascination Advantage? Three ways to deal with work you don’t enjoy Fin

Robin Sharma (IG: @robinsharma) is a globally respected  humanitarian and #1 bestselling author. Widely considered one of the world’s top leadership and personal optimization  advisors, his clients include many Fortune 100 companies, famed billionaires and professional sports superstars. Today we're discussing Robin's latest book, The 5 AM Club. In this episode, we discuss: Why Robin started studying people's success Joy is a GPS Self-publishing his first book The 5 AM Club The 20/20/20 Formula Practice a new habit for 66 days Start your day with movement Coffee is a healthy drink Build more self-awareness Make time to grow The 4 interior empires Journaling helps give you clarity Rituals are game changers Dehydration affects your energy Why using a paper journal is better for your brain Mastery is not an event it’s a process We have a choice every day 60 seconds to make a move on any new habit Learning to instill the right habits A great morning routine depends on a great nighttime routine Break free of digi

Marianne Williamson (IG: @mariannewilliamson) is an internationally acclaimed lecturer, activist and author of four #1 New York Times bestselling books. She has been one of America’s most well known public voices for more than three decades. Marianne has been a popular guest on television programs such as Oprah and Good Morning America. In this episode, we discuss: The abstract concept that inspired Marianne Growing up in the ’60s & ’70s The radical shift in her thought system Embracing the teachings in A Course in Miracles The principle of extending love Perception is a choice The spiritual technique for personal transformation The essential self is the spirit Love other people before you love yourself Generosity to others is an act of self-interest Self-care vs. selfishness The mind has to rest Meditation is essential to wellbeing Stress is the root of most illnesses Yoga of consciousness Listen to the guidance of your higher mind Are you at peace? Psychic pain is a symptom Growth within ourselves Feed

Chris Wark (IG: @chrisbeatcancer) is an author, blogger, podcaster, speaker and global health coach. He was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer in 2003, at 26 years old. After surgery, Chris opted out of chemotherapy and used nutrition and natural therapies to heal. He began sharing his story in 2010 with a mission to inspire people to take control of their health and show them how to reverse disease with simple but radical diet and lifestyle practices. Chris Beat Cancer: A Comprehensive Plan for Healing Naturally is his national bestselling book. In this episode, we discuss: Chris getting diagnosed with colon cancer at age 26 Getting rushed into surgery Important questions to ask your oncologist Being fed carcinogenic food right after surgery in the hospital Chris follows his intuition & instinct and declined chemotherapy The inspiration behind his book, Chris Beat Cancer Conventional therapy for cancer Why the strength of your immune system is important Converting to a raw food diet Getting help from a

Drew Canole (IG: @drewcanole) is a rock star in the world of fitness, nutrition, and mindset, with a huge heart for others. He’s doing his part to transform the world, one person at a time. Drew is the founder of Fitlifetv and the supplement company, Organifi which has an incredible lineup of products that includes superfood blends, protein powders, turmeric and probiotics. Drew is the author of You Be You: Detox Your Life, Crush Your Limitations, and Own Your Awesome. In this episode, we discuss: Drew's being born into an abusive home Chasing money When you change your environment, you can change everything about your life The origin story of Fitlife.tv Drew's first glass of green juice Micronutrients are where it's at The greatest tasting green juice on the planet Commitment is everything in life Creating a vision Waking up from the dream that we call life The only time you can create is when you're present To achieve flow, you must deal with the darkness within What is lucid dreaming? Your liver is your t

Ryder Carroll (IG: @rydercarroll) is a digital product designer and inventor of the Bullet Journal. He's the author of the new book, The Bullet Journal Method. Ryder’s been featured by the New York Times, Fast Company, Lifehacker, and Mashable, and gave a TEDx Talk on keeping a journal to declutter your mind. In this episode, we discuss: How Ryder's ADD eventually lead to the creation of the Bullet Journal (BuJo) Making the move to New York The big flood and being homeless in NY The origin story of the Bullet Journal The benefits of using pen and paper vs. an app Using journaling as a tool to connect with yourself What is the Bullet Journal? (an overview) The BuJo is a system and a practice What type of notebook should you use for Bullet Journaling? Looking at the BuJo as an empty house Decluttering your mind The Bullet Journal is all about content and not presentation Not falling into the perfectionism trap Enough with unattainable goals The community around the BuJo Does Ryder consider himself a minimalist

Dr. David Perlmutter (IG: @davidperlmutter) is a Board-Certified Neurologist and four-time New York Times bestselling author. David serves on the Board of Directors and is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition. He received his M.D. degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. David's been interviewed on many nationally syndicated television programs including 20/20, Larry King Live, CNN, The Today Show, Oprah, and The Dr. Oz Show. In this episode, we discuss: Raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease The impact of gluten & grains on our health Humans have been domesticated by wheat What gluten does to your gut Everyone should avoid gluten Grains raise blood sugar levels What is keto cycling? Focus on a plant-based diet Hidden sources of gluten Type 2 diabetes increases your risk for Alzheimer’s Lifestyle choices matter Cholesterol is your friend How cholesterol benefits your brain What is coffee fruit extract? Supplements that increase BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) Exercis

Tero Isokauppila (IG: @iamtero) is the founder of Four Sigmatic, a nature-centric Finnish-American company specializing in functional mushrooms, superfoods, and adaptogens. He's the author of Healing Mushrooms and Santa Sold Shrooms. Tero was born in Finland and was the 13th generation to grew up on the family farm. There, he foraged for mushrooms and other wild foods while learning about nature at an early age. Tero has a strong personal interest in health and wellness, which includes activities like making raw chocolate and practicing yin yoga. He’s taken up a unique practice of napping on a nail mat, which is a modern form of acupressure and helps to energize his busy life. In this episode, we discuss: The true story behind Christmas The connection between winter solstice and Christmas Santa was a Sami shaman Sami traditions vs. current traditions What is amanita muscaria? Mushrooms & vitamin D How Santa went down the "chimney" Tripping off yellow snow Psychedelics can be healing Beneficial Sami tradi

Are you mindful of how much waste you are producing? We've been pretty good about our consumption and how we manage our waste. But... after our recent interview with Sarah Wilson, we realized we had some serious room for improvement. This week we're discussing how we currently manage our waste and strategies we plan on implementing in the near future. In this episode, we discuss: Composting solutions Making bone broth with veggie scraps Food storage in glass Reusing bags by washing them out Using up every last scrap in the fridge before travelling Storing produce properly to extend its life Gifting packaged food to friends and family before they expire Reusing eco parchment paper Bringing a reusable cup to the coffee shop Condense garbages to save on bags Use what you already have when wrapping gifts Find bulk soap and shampoo Using cloth napkins Being mindful of online and offline purchasing Related links: Listen to our recent zero waste cooking interview with Sarah Wilson (episode #268) Sarah Wilson - Sim