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

Marie Forleo’s mission is to help you realize your greatest potential and use your gifts to change the world. She’s the creator of the award-winning show MarieTV, founder of B-School, and has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine and Fast Company, among others. Marie was named by Oprah as a thought leader for the next generation. MarieForleo.com is one of Forbes.com’s Top 100 Websites for Entrepreneurs. In this episode, we discuss: Marie's Mom taught her to trust her intuition The voice in your head isn't really you Overcoming imposter syndrome Action is the antidote to fear Marie's network... her team, her man (Josh), and her friends Don't let perfectionism slow you down - done is better than perfect Living a busy life can keep you productive Managing multiple passions/multi-passionate entrepreneurship You don't have to monetize everything your interested in Continuing to break through plateaus... in business and in life Allow yourself to play and creativity will flow It's imperative that entrepreneurs sch

Jairek Robbins is a decorated performance coach and lifestyle entrepreneur who has applied his innovative methods to living a life of adventure, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship. His personal journey has included travelling the globe by ship, helping build schools and houses in multiple countries, and working as a volunteer in underdeveloped regions. Jairek is the author of Live It!: Achieve Success by Living with Purpose. In this episode, we discuss: Unlearning the barriers that keep you from being authentic What was the pressure like growing up having Tony Robbins as a Dad? Testing things on himself (Live It!) before coaching others Embracing the moments in life that suck Learn to love life how it is Change your life by travelling and living the life of other people Jairek's near death experience after contracting malaria Life supports that which supports life and life eliminates that which is no longer needed Defining a life worth living 3 questions at the end of life... Did you really live? Did you rea

Jen Sincero is a #1 New York Times bestselling author (You are a Badass), success coach, and motivational cattle prod who has helped countless people transform their personal and professional lives via her seminars, public appearances, newsletters, products, and books. In this episode, we discuss: How Jen went from knowing nothing about making money to teaching the wealth mindset Taking HUGE uncomfortable risks Make money by focusing on your mindset Your subconscious beliefs can impact your ability to make money Assessing your current beliefs Writing a letter to money Stop saying "I can't afford it" Become grateful for money Universal intelligence and how to use it to our advantage Surrender and release the need for the how Write down why you're so excited to make money Surround yourself with other people who are kicking ass Your environment matters We're motivated by emotions Mediation reminds you that there's a much bigger reality out there and you're infinitely powerful We are all born confident Stand con

Dr. Joseph Mercola is a passionate advocate of natural medicine. He is a wellness champion and a visionary, who has succeeded in implementing much needed changes to our current healthcare system. Dr. Mercola is also a New York Times bestselling author. After 25 years as a physician to thousands of patients, Dr. Mercola merged his passion for health with his interest in technology and created www.mercola.com. Today it's the #1 natural health website, educating and empowering millions of subscribers to take control of their health. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Mercola's personal experience with a high carb, low fat diet The role of your mitochondria The primary motivation for writing his new book, Fat for Fuel Miochondrial metabolic therapy (MMT) We all need some free radicals Changing up your macro nutrients throughout the week There is a massive difference between fasting and starvation Eliminating food cravings If you're eating processed foods, you're eating toxic vegetable oils The most important fat y

Ido Portal has always been obsessed with the physical. His obsession isn't with a specific discipline such as martial arts or strength... his passion is movement. After searching around the world for movement teachers Ido came up dry and decided to become the person he was looking for. Over the years he's traveled the world both teaching and studying from a variety of teachers: from osteopaths, manual therapists and MD's to professional dancers, yogis, athletes, circus performers, and fighters. Ido's workshops became very popular and he conducts a yearly event, The Movement Camp. A community and culture developed around his ideas but more importantly around movement - movement culture. In this episode, we discuss: Ido's childhood Who inspires Ido, past and present Movement is synonymous with life Ido's true passion How do we know if we are getting enough steps in each day? What does Ido eat? Ido's thoughts on the vegan diet Ido sleeps 9 hours a night and naps Taking minerals to combat stress Humans are compl

Meghan Telpner is a Toronto-based author and nutritionist who brings her healthy and awesome life inspiration to fans across the globe. She's the founder of the Academy of Culinary Nutrition and author of the bestselling UnDiet and The UnDiet Cookbook. Josh Gitalis is a Clinical Nutritionist and is a recognized expert in the fields of clinical detoxification & therapeutic supplementation. He runs a Toronto-based private practice, with a worldwide client base. Josh is the first Canadian nutritionist to become an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). Together this power couple will teach you how to transform your house into a healthy home. In this episode, we discuss: Embrace the sacredness of your home Over 82,000 chemicals have been introduced into our environment over the past 100 years What's polluting the air in our homes? The air in your home may be 2-5x more toxic compared to the air outside Filtering your air with a charcoal filter and plants Top plants for filtering the

Robb Wolf is the New York Times bestselling author of The Paleo Solution – The Original Human Diet. He is a former research biochemist and one of the world’s leading experts in Paleolithic nutrition. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top ranked iTunes podcast and wildly popular seminar series. He has a brand new book, Wired to Eat, which is the focus of today's interview. In this episode, we discuss: How Robb's health was a mess 20 years ago Robb's experiment with a high carb, low fat, vegan diet How the paleo diet saved Robb's life Grains and legumes can be harmful to your gut How to enhance the digestibility of grains and legumes What to expect when making the switch to a paleo diet Carbs and the ancestral diet Is a low carb diet ideal for females? Low carb/ketogenic diets are great for reducing appetite Autoimmune paleo (AIP)/autoimmune protocol diet The fasting mimicking diet Is the paleo diet right for everyone, including kids? Kids need to chew t

Dr. Sara Gottfried is a wife, mother to two incredible girls, friend, scholar, seeker, yoga teacher, and Harvard-trained MD with over 20 years of experience. She’s the author of the New York Times bestselling books The Hormone Cure and The Hormone Reset Diet. Sara has a brand new book titled Younger which is the focus of today’s interview. In this episode, we discuss: How at 44 Sara had the telomeres of a 66 year old woman The impact of short telomeres What is healthspan? Epigenetics - turning genes on/off Genetic testing... it's still the early days Aging begins in your muscles Your hormones start to decline in your late 20s The importance of defining your why Floss at least twice a day Purslane is loaded with omega-3s Grass-fed collagen can help with sagging and wrinkles on your face Incorporating collagen into your intermittent fasting routine Berberine can help you regulate your blood sugar Managing your melatonin and growth hormone The connection between vitamin D and your sleep Sleep, shampoo for your

Tero Isokauppila is the president of Four Sigmatic. He's a natural health expert with a passion for shrooms, medicinal herbs, nutrition, and biz development. In this episode, we discuss: Why Four Sigma Foods is now Four Sigmatic What life was like growing up on a farm Focusing on the things you can control Reishi and chaga mushroom are adaptogens Increasing your stress buffer with adaptogens The history of human beings and mushrooms How medicinal mushrooms help regulate your immune system Can medicinal mushrooms down regulate an overactive immune system (autoimmunity)? How to incorporate medical mushrooms into your healthy routine How long does it take to notice the benefits of shrooms? Does Tero take different medicinal mushrooms depending on the season or time of day? Culinary mushrooms vs. medical mushrooms Mushrooms as a meat substitute Beware of portobello and button mushrooms from the grocery store Are medicinal mushrooms a good source of macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals? You can get vitamin D fr

Dr. Bruce Lipton is a pioneer in the new biology and is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. A cell biologist by training, Bruce was on the faculty of the University of Wisconsin’s School of Medicine and later performed groundbreaking stem-cell research at Stanford University. He's the best-selling author of The Biology of Belief and received the 2009 prestigious Goi Peace Award in honour of his scientific contribution to world harmony. In this episode, we discuss: The experience Bruce had in second grade that set the course for the rest of his life There is hope... crisis is an opportunity for evolution We've all been programmed... we require this Only 1% of disease is associated with genetics The pictures you have in your mind create chemistry in your body We all have two minds - conscious and subconscious 95% of your life is controlled by your subconscious mind/your programming The Honeymoon Effect - how to keep it going forever You can change your program - 3 ways to do th

Deepak Chopra MD is the founder of The Chopra Foundation and co-founder of The Chopra Center for Wellbeing. He is a world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation, and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, and Metabolism. The World Post and The Huffington Post global internet survey ranked Deepak the #17 influential thinker in the world and #1 in medicine. He is the author of more than 85 books translated into over 43 languages, including numerous New York Times bestsellers. In this episode, we discuss: Deepak's new book "You Are The Universe" On a fundamental level, who is Deepak Chopra? Deepak's thoughts on ambition How Deepak stays spiritual What is spirituality? Deepak's definition of stress Tactics for managing stress Deepak's current mediation practice Doing small things to upgrade your day to day activities Not taking things for granted Deepak's 3 criteria for doing something or not The importance of career wellbeing The happiness formula Increase your hap

Raymond is an internationally recognized leader in the field of optimal-health maintenance. He is a chemist by training, a graduate of M.I.T., a bestselling author, and a world-class speaker. Raymond has written five breakthrough books, the international bestseller Never Be Sick Again, Never Be Fat Again, Never Fear Cancer Again, Never Feel Old Again, and his newest The Great American Health Hoax. In this episode, we discuss: How Raymond's used his knowledge in biochemistry to save his life Health and disease are choices The way we practice medicine isn't science-based Medical intervention is the leading cause of death in America Very few Americans have ever experience health Having a cold isn't normal Humans are the most toxic creatures on earth We need to focus on getting nutrients and minimizing toxicity Supplements have now become a necessity Most vitamin products don't work How to tell if your vitamins are good quality We are being bombarded with oil soluble toxins Cut your pesticide exposure by 80% by

Joy McCarthy is the founder of Joyous Health, a certified holistic nutritionist, and best-selling author. She’s been featured in hundreds of publications both online and in print and is a regular health expert on TV. Joy lives in Toronto with her husband Walker and their daughter Vienna. In this episode, we discuss: How the Joyous Detox book came to be Joy's previous addiction to sugar and M&M'S Making healthy changes is a process... don't do everything at once How sugar negatively impacted Joy's health Our bodies naturally detoxify... why the need to enhance this process? Eating is an opportunity to boost detoxification We are surrounded by chemicals and toxins, on a daily basis Avoiding the toxins in your environment is key Garlic and onions support detox of your liver Why you might want to consider local garlic over organic There are over 25,000 known phytonutrients (plant nutrients) Feeding your healthy gut bacteria with prebiotics Fermented foods are a detox superfood There's too much focus on curcu

Dr. Deanna Minich is an internationally-recognized teacher, author, scientist, speaker, and artist. Her Doctoral (Ph.D.) research focused on essential fatty acid absorption and metabolism, and her Master’s degree (M.S.) allowed her to explore the health benefits of the colourful, plant-based carotenoids. Deanna has authored five books on health and wellness and over fifteen scientific publications. Currently, she is Faculty for the Institute for Functional Medicine and the University of Western States. Deanna's passion is teaching a whole-self approach to nourishment and bridging the gaps between science, spirituality, and art in medicine. In this episode, we discuss: Deanna's recent sabbatical and what she took away from her trip to Iceland Deanna, the early years and how her Mom brought her into the health world There is more to health besides food The power of a single thought The negative impact of horror movies and the news on your wellbeing Being pessimistic leads to inflammation in the body Chronic st

Dr. Sylvia Tara holds a PhD in biochemistry from the University of California at San Diego and an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. She's the author of The Secret Life of Fat and blogs at Science to Live By. In this episode, we discuss: Sylvia's story and how her body is really good at holding onto fat Why does fat stick more to some people compared to others? Bacteria can impact your waistline The functions of fat in our bodies Fat is an organ Gaining extra weight could permanently alter your metabolism Is body fat percentage a useful measurement? Women naturally store more fat then men do The 3 types of fat - brown, beige, and white fat Convert beige fat to brown fat through exercise and cold exposure Visceral fat... the dangerous type of fat Sumo wrestlers are fit but fat An easy way to test for visceral fat, at home We get fatter as we get older due to hormonal changes The gut-fat connection Change your microbiome for the better by eating more fruits and vegetables Boost your

Julie Daniluk is a nutritionist and the author of the award-winning bestseller, Meals That Heal Inflammation. She's also written Slimming Meals That Heal and her brand new book, Hot Detox. Julie's appeared on hundreds of TV and radio shows including The Dr. Oz Show and she's a resident expert for The Marilyn Denis Show. In this episode, we discuss: The essence of Hot Detox The warming and cooling qualities of foods Address your gut health first How to asses the current state of your gut health Do you have leaky gut? The link between pesticides and ADHD Optimizing your gut health and maintaining it Soup + smoothie = soupie Should you detox and cleanse with cold foods? How to warm up a salad Spark your digestion with herbs and spices Stick to ceylon cinnamon The three Ayurvedic dosha types - Vata, Pitta, & Kapha Stop overcooking your meals How to water sauté Oils that can stand high heat for cooking Bitter herbs and sour foods are great for digestion Is cayenne pepper good for you? Blending Ayurveda with T

The 6 pillars of health make up the foundation of our healthy routine - water, nutrition, sleep, exercise, mental health, and community. Over two years ago we released our original "The 6 Pillars of Health" episode... things have evolved so much since then. Today we're sharing our updated version of The 6 Pillars of Health (version 2.0). Master these 6 pillars and you'll have a solid foundation for your healthy routine. In this episode, we discuss: Harvesting your own spring water You should definitely invest in a shower filter Coffee and tea can lead to dehydration Over consuming water while you eat is bad for your digestion A starting point for how much water you should drink in a day Just eat real food - JERF We're fans of high quality fat Experimenting with new leafy greens Processed foods vs. packaged foods Fermented foods boost your gut health 4 supplements we should all consider Wild foods and sea vegetables Medicinal mushrooms and health promoting herbs Sleep impacts everything Improve your sleep by

Dr. Sanjiv Chopra is a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. He's a best selling author and a sought after motivational speaker throughout the United States and abroad. Sanjiv has written a number of books including his joint memoir with his brother Deepak Chopra called Brotherhood and The Big Five which is the subject of today's interview. In this episode, we discuss: Yes, coffee is good for you! How to lengthen your telomeres The dark side of coffee Sanjiv's recommendation of how much coffee you should drink in a day Is tea a healthy beverage, too? Sanjiv's opinion on Bulletproof Coffee Quality coffee vs. Dunkin' Donut's coffee What to do if you can't drink coffee Exercise is the best drug Don't underestimate walking What we know about vitamin D Vitamin D supplementation - dosages Food sources of vitamin D... how beneficial are they? Why nuts are so good for you Totally avoid artificial sweeteners Sanjiv's meditation routine An easy way to remember The Big Five A friend is a gift you give to you

Dr. Dom D’Agostino serves as an assistant professor at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine and the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology. His research interests are in neuropharmacology, medical biochemistry, cell metabolism, and signaling. Dom is a pioneering developer of ketone esters and ketone salts. In this episode, we discuss: Dom's early experiences with the ketogenic diet and exogenous ketones What is the ketogenic diet? The ketogenic diet provides anti-seizure effects in people with epilepsy The modified Atkins diet Too much protein will keep you out of ketosis Dom's dietary sources of fat MCT oil, ketone mineral salts, and ketone esters Ketone bodies... beta-hydroxybutyrate & acetoacetate Exogenous ketones and glucose in the body, together... a new phenomenon Babies are born obese and in ketosis Athletes get into ketosis, all the time Ketogenic intermittent fasting Ketosis vs. diabetic ketoacidosis Alcoholic ketoacidosis Type 1 diabetics might require less

Ryan Nicodemus is the more social half of The Minimalists and his deepest passion is mentoring other people. After making it in the corporate world, he was living the American Dream... until he got laid off. This ended up being one of the best things that ever happened to Ryan. A packing party in 2010 began his minimalist journey. The Minimalists help people live more meaningful lives with less through their website, books, podcast, and documentary. They've been featured on: ABC, New York Times, TIME, and many more. In this episode, we discuss: What is minimalism? Ryan's journey into the minimalist lifestyle Getting rid of your stuff doesn't make you happy, automatically The origin story of The Minimalists Your identity can get wrapped up in your stuff The just incase rule The memories are not in things, they are inside of us Holding on to too much stuff dilutes the meaning of everything Why your life may be better with less stuff Give yourself a pay raise by spending less The more debt we have, the less tim