In this episode of the Fit2Fat2Fit Experience, Drew sits down with renowned bodybuilder and personal trainer Leo Costa to discuss how he went from dairy farmer to personal trainer and bodybuilder, to ultimately surviving not one, not two, but THREE strokes in a three week period. They discuss everything from the world of bodybuilding to business and chasing your dreams despite what life throws at you - all of which Leo has intimately experienced. Don’t miss Leo’s powerful story on this week’s episode!
HIGHLIGHTS:
[10:15] How Leo found the sport of bodybuilding and left behind his family’s dairy farm to pursue his dream of becoming a successful personal trainer.
[24:18] Leo’s advice for anyone chasing a dream while running into hardships, and how he overcame financial and mental adversity.
[27:00] A delve into the world of bodybuilding, how Leo taught himself the sport, and how his generation brought personal training to the mainstream.
[45:10] Leo’s transition from bodybuilding, including major life changes as his body demanded change.
[52:00] Leo tells the story of how he endured 3 strokes in a 3 week period.
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In this episode of the Fit2Fat2Fit Experience, Drew talks to professional ultra-marathon runner and keto-adapted athlete Mike McKnight about his recent 100 mile run with zero food. They discuss how Mike discovered the sport of running, how he discovered the keto diet, and how the keto diet has transformed his running performance. Finally, they break down Mike’s 100 mile run with no food, and explore how the results may help future runners properly adapt to the keto diet while optimizing their performance and boosting overall energy.
HIGHLIGHTS:
[04:40] How Mike overcame a broken back and discovered the sport of ultra-marathon running.
[19:25] How Mike prepares in anticipation of an upcoming race including his training schedule, diet, and how he typically fuels his body in an ultra-marathon.
[25:55] Mike’s post-race recovery protocol, and how it might change in light of his fasted 100 mile race.
[29:37] Mike explains how his training differed in preparation for a fasted race, and walks us through his 19 hour run.
[41:50] Mike’s plans going forward and how this race has changed his perspective on preparation as well as the mid-race benefits of adapting to less food.
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In this powerful episode of The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience, Drew sits down with Dr. Ben Hardy to discuss his book “Personality Isn’t Permanent” and how awareness of identity can radically change your life. They discuss objectively viewing your personality as something that is constantly changing—especially when you are in a mindset of growth—and how to use this to define and shape your future self. They also discuss past experiences of trauma and how the past must be viewed as something that happened for you, not something that defines you, in order to grow past where you are in the present.
HIGHLIGHTS:
[11:25] Key things you can do to change your environment in order to achieve your goals.
[21:30] Ben discusses how trauma shapes personality, his chaotic childhood, and how to deal with unresolved trauma.
[28:35] Ben breaks down common myths about personality and offers alternative ways to view personality in order to facilitate personal growth.
[34:35] Ben and Drew talk about the bad science behind personality tests and how they can ultimately cause much more harm than good to your own personal growth or the growth of a business.
[40:26] The most effective and science-based ways to make radical changes in your life.
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In this episode of The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience, Drew shares his experience of running 100 miles in 24 hours. The run came with many hardships, but with the help of an amazing team, friends, and family, Drew pushed through and was able to cross the finish line. However, before walking us through the run, Drew first opens up about last year's attempt and why he failed, as well as explaining how he physically, nutritionally, and mentally prepared for this year's run. Finally, Drew leaves us with a reflection about what he learned after achieving something that he once thought would be impossible.
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HIGHLIGHTS:
[01:45] Drew explains why he wanted to run 100 miles in 24 hours to begin with, and why he failed last year.
[04:00] Drew walks us through his physical training in preparation for the race.
[13:53] Drew explains his diet and nutrition in preparation for the race, as well as how he prepared the day before his run.
[28:05] Drew recalls the race mile by mile, and explains how he sustained his pace - physically, emotionally, and mentally - in order to finish in under 24 hours.
[42:35] Drew crosses the finish line! The feeling of accomplishment in the face of doubt and uncertainty is special. Here Drew reflects on doing what you once thought was impossible and conquering whatever mountain you may be facing.
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Have you ever wondered what role genetics play when determining what diet may be best for you? In this episode of the Fit2Fat2Fit Experience, Drew sits down with John O’Connor of MyGeneFood.com to discuss the process of genetic testing and how it might transform your life. First, they chat about how John found genetics and why he thinks genetic testing is beneficial. Then, they explore Drew’s genetic makeup and what diet is best suited for him. Finally, Drew and John discuss how genetic testing could help YOU find the best diet and positively transform your life.
HIGHLIGHTS:
[06:30] The benefits of genetics. How John O’Connor discovered the benefit of genetics and why he thinks that genetic testing for diet is the future of nutritional health.
[19:45] Big takeaways from Drew’s genetic type. John and Drew talk about what this means for Drew’s diet going forward.
[26:29] Cannabis Score. John explains how genetic testing can predict one’s mental, and sometimes physical, reaction to substances like cannabis and alcohol.
[34:48] Drew and John explore what makes mygenefood.com unique compared to other genetic tests.
[37:50] How genetic testing can transform your life. John walks us through the testing process step-by-step and explains what you can do to transform your life for the better after getting your results.
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Did you know there are things in the environment actively working against your healthy efforts? Chemicals in the water, estrogen coming from plastics, and additives in processed foods are all working against our body’s natural systems. And, on top of that many doctors prescribe medications that can exacerbate issues and even cause side gastrointestinal problems. Drew’s guest, Dr. David Minkoff, believes that an organic whole food diet is the key to losing weight, regaining health, and healing our bodies. He is the co-founder of LifeWorks Wellness Center and the founder of BodyHealth Products. During this conversation, he shares his wife’s journey back to health, the problems with accepting the status quo of processed foods and prescription meds, and the most important actions you can take to change your life now.
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Key Takeaways:
[5:06] The long journey Dr. Minkoff and his wife went through to cure her autoimmune disease caused by the mercury fillings in her mouth.
[15:27] Dr. Minkoff’s 44th Iron Man has been put on hold due to COVID-19.
[17:21] The toll heavy metal poisoning can take on your body.
[21:12] The diet and hormones Dr. Minkoff suggests for patients who want to lose weight.
[30:08] Why are so many people experiencing health issues such as obesity and diabetes today?
[34:39] How Dr. Minkoff heals people with allergies through nutrition by cleaning up the gut.
[43:12] At 71, this is how Dr. Minkoff keeps his strength up and his body ready for Iron Man competitions.
[52:12] The physiological changes you can experience by changing the food you eat.
[58:28] Dr. Minkoff’s thoughts about the emotional components of eating and lifestyle changes.
[1:03:31] The top 2 things people can do to transform their health.
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There is one key factor that is under your control which will make your dreams come true. You must believe you can. All the physical exertion in the world will make no difference if your mind isn’t set to become the person you want to be. Drew’s guest, Cornell Thomas, is a shining example of ‘if there is a will there is a way’. Every single twist and turn in Cornell’s inspiring story is enough to make most people give up, but not him. He made adversity his teacher. He has transitioned from wannabe basketball player to head coach to professional speaker and author and the sky's the limit for what is next. During this conversation, he shares the power of his mother’s faith, the struggles he faced while working toward his dream, and why he shares his message with the next generation.
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Key Takeaways:
[6:04] When Cornell first started learning basketball he says he had the coordination of a baby deer.
[11:19] The sobering realization that his mother had more faith in him than he did.
[15:40] Just after getting a big opportunity to play ball in Portugal, Cornell tore his calf muscle and needed surgery.
[20:17] After recovery, Cornell realized his purpose in life wasn’t to play basketball, it was to help people.
[30:03] The many transitions Cornell went through on his path to become an author and professional speaker.
[38:13] Stretching himself outside of his comfort zone is how Cornell keeps continual learning in his life.
[44:57] Cornell explains how he speaks with children.
[48:22] Game of Death is Cornell’s new book about the mindset of an entrepreneur.
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Finding a new way of eating that makes you feel great is exciting but when it comes to maintaining your new food philosophy it is not always easy. In this episode, Drew’s guest, Jeff Frese, Founder of Fat Snax shares his story of taking hard-boiled eggs into the movies to stay in ketosis. He knew there had to be a way to create a satisfying (and less smelly) snack you could eat anywhere. Along with his 6-year-old daughter, Jeff created the perfectly scrumptious keto cookie. Since 2016, Fat Snax has ruled the keto snack market and is available in most major grocery chains and online. Drew and Jeff also discuss the benefits they realize from being on a ketogenic diet, what influenced Jeff to create his own brand of products, and the ingredients that set Fat Snax apart from other keto snacks.
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Key Takeaways:
[4:16] The influences that led Jeff to become the business owner he is today.
[8:40] The benefits Jeff noticed when he went full-on keto were mental clarity and being leaner and stronger without much effort.
[10:14] Following the 4-Hour Work Week formula and with the help of his 6-year-old daughter Jeff tested, branded, and sold his keto cookies.
[16:29] The ingredients and sweeteners that set Fat Snax apart from other keto snacks.
[24:46] Drew and Jeff share their current diet regimen.
[34:14] Key strategies that helped propel Fat Snax into the mainstream.
[40:30] How to find Fat Snax and contact Jeff.
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Finding the right lifestyle doesn’t always happen in a day. Experimenting with workouts, supplements, and food can lead to an individualized approach to health that increases your chances of contentment and success and transitioning from one diet to another shouldn’t leave you riddled with shame or guilt. But, that is exactly what happened to Drew’s guest, Daria Deptula. Daria was a hardcore vegan online influencer and bodybuilder who lost most of her clients and many of her followers when she announced she was integrating animal products back into her diet. During this conversation, she shares the physical changes her body went through when she switched to veganism, what led her back to the omnivore lifestyle, and the emotional impact the negativity from the vegan community left on her after her transition.
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Key Takeaways:
[5:11] Daria shares the experience of moving from a farm in Poland to living in the U.S.
[7:22] Daria got interested in fitness in college but had not yet formulated her nutritional goals.
[13:10] After watching a documentary on Netflix, she started her journey into veganism and found herself engulfed in the ethics.
[19:43] The biggest mistakes people make when going vegan.
[22:09] Daria won second place American Natural’s Bodybuilding bikini competition as a vegan athlete.
[25:00] After losing her menstrual cycle, Daria had an egg moment and it restored her period.
[37:28] A binge session in Costa Rica led Darian to transition back to eating animal products and to experiment with cyclical keto.
[49:36] Daria believes people can thrive as vegans but it’s just not for her.
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The biggest factor in people not succeeding in their physical transformation is most often tied to emotional trauma or challenges they have yet to overcome. Many people ‘put a bandaid on a bullet hole’ by exercising and dieting without fixing their emotional challenges first. To delve deeper into the correlation between physical and emotional transformation, Drew welcomes Chiropractor and Creator of the Overview Method Dr. Nima Rahmany aka Dr. Nima. Dr. Nima has worked for 20 years helping patients heal the trauma that created unhealthy patterns in their life and to overcome anxiety through cognitive and somatic tools and humor. If you struggle with diet and exercise this episode will help you better understand the unconscious patterns that are holding you back. Are you ready to breakthrough?
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Key Takeaways:
[6:13] Dr. Nima describes the correlation between unresolved trauma and chronic illness and the program he developed to help his patients become ‘trigger proof’.
[9:04] How childhood traumas influence adult behavior.
[12:31] Connecting the dots between the parts of ourselves we have abandoned and why we use numbing agents and unhealthy distractions.
[21:17] Dr. Nima describes the cognitive and body-based Overview Method and how it is used as a healing mechanism.
[24:19] How releasing emotional baggage also releases physical baggage.
[30:13] The 3 steps of integrating intimacy in your life.
[34:54] Is self-healing and emotional regulation the future of healthcare?
[37:45] Becoming trigger proof means that there is a choice not to be driven by old patterns.
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Every body is different. There is no one-size-fits-all for human health especially when it comes to diet. The food we eat affects overall health more than any other lifestyle element. But it seems the health and fitness industry sends mixed and sometimes confusing messages. To gain a better understanding of what bio-individual health looks like from the point of view of a nutritionist, Drew welcomes cookbook author and nutritional therapy practitioner Christina Curp to the podcast. Christina describes how she got over her unhealthy choices to cure her skin, and body issues, how she stays motivated during quarantine with her 7-year-old son, and the focus of her books, Made Whole and Made Whole Made Simple: Learn to Heal Yourself Through Real Food & Healthy Habits.
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Key Takeaways:
[5:31] What it’s like having your spouse deployed in the military.
[6:51] Why Christina started The Castaway Kitchen food blog.
[9:34] Christina describes the unhealthy coping mechanisms she used to numb herself in her youth.
[14:27] Feeding the family a veggie-heavy keto or paleo diet.
[20:37] In her book, Made Whole Made Simple, Christina tries to stress the importance of a bio-individual approach.
[25:52] How to gauge success in health and fitness goals.
[32:13] How Christina is staying motivated and healthy during quarantine and being a single parent.
[38:37] With her book tour cancelled what Christina is craving in 2020.
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There is a myriad of box food products you can buy to feed your family during quarantine but finding high-quality, nutritious, real-food products that last in the freezer, or in the pantry, is essential when it comes to your families health and well-being. Drew asked the founder of Kettle and Fire, Justin Mares, to join him on the podcast because Kettle and Fire’s bone broths and soups are his go-to source of nutritious broths when he feeds his girls. Justin describes the meticulous process of sourcing the high-quality, organic ingredients, how Mark Cuban was essential in creating the recipe, and how the corona pandemic has affected his company.
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Key Takeaways:
[6:11] Justin describes how a family need led him to create his broth and his brand.
[9:06] Developing a high-quality, nutrition-dense bone broth required some powerful partners.
[12:56] The care required to produce a healthy, environmentally friendly product.
[19:25] Kettle and Fire offers several convenient paleo and keto products.
[27:41] Learning to say no was one of the most productive ways Justin could move his business forward.
[34:15] Since the corona pandemic started Kettle and Fire has seen a 4-5 times increase in sales and it has put a strain on the company to deliver products in a timely manner.
[37:47] Where to find Kettle and Fire products.
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A common misconception in business is that an entrepreneur must be an expert in a particular field to create a successful business venture. Drew’s guest, Jeff Fenster, Founder and CEO of Everbowl, an assembly line style superfood bowl franchise is proof of the inaccuracy. Even during the closure of his 28 flagship eateries due to the corona pandemic, Jeff and his team created a revenue stream out of delivering Everbowl’s directly to customer’s homes. He says it’s about seizing opportunities and pivoting and changing when the need arises. During this episode, Jeff shares his passion for health and wellness, how his failures have only made him stronger, and how Everbowl will become the next big franchise in the nation.
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Key Takeaways:
[6:14] What it is like for Jeff in California during the pandemic.
[8:12] Jeff’s career took several twists and turns before he realized he wasn’t meant to work in a large, bureaucratic business environment.
[13:00] In 2016, Jeff decided to follow his passion for health and wellness and create his Everbowl restaurant chain which follows his UNEVOLVE protocol.
[17:43] Jeff considers his lack of experience a strength toward his ability to create a successful restaurant franchise.
[28:51] Drew shares how his Fit2Fat2Fit journey was born out of the last economic downturn.
[29:58] What led Jeff to create the process of providing superfoods in an assembly line method.
[34:19] Laterbowls was created to get product to customers during the pandemic.
[37:27] When it seems like all is lost where there is a will there's a way. No matter what your goal is.
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A woman is acutely aware of her hormones throughout most of her life. From the onset of menstruation to pregnancy and through to menopause, women can detect hormone imbalances but are never exactly sure what diet and exercise programs will create harmony in their systems. To help us understand the science behind the emotions, Drew welcomes Dr. Anna Cabeca to the podcast. Dr. Cabeca is a board-certified OB/GYN and author of the books, The Hormone Fix and Keto-Green 16. Her work has been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC and in People and Shape magazines. During this conversation, she explains how a keto-green diet can help women stabilize cortisol and oxytocin production leading to ‘hormone harmony’, the beneficial supplements that help both men and women deal with hormone imbalances and sexual and reproductive health, and how women can take control of their health at any age.
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Key Takeaways:
[8:06] Personal experiences led Anna to take a deep dive into the physiology of grief and trauma.
[13:41] Understanding imbalanced hormones and the different stages of menstruation and menopause for women.
[17:52] How insulin and cortisol affect a woman’s reproductive organs and a baseline for hormone level testing.
[22:40] Anna’s ‘Green Keto’ approach was originally called the ‘Keto-Alkaline’ approach and is based on adding alkaline into a diet.
[32:10] The problem with the low-fat movement of the ‘80s and the importance of healthy fats for hormonal balance.
[40:50] Supplements that support sexual health in both men and women.
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Can you imagine being diagnosed with a rare, hereditary disease that affects your nerves and your ability to control your muscles? What about getting the news when swimming competitively is your passion? Most people would consider this uphill battle to be more than they could handle but not Drew’s guest, Jamal Hill. Jamal is currently training for the 2020 Paralympics and holds the national record for 50M and 100M freestyle races. He is the President and Founder of the Swim Uphill Foundation. The foundation has the grand goal of teaching over 1-million people to swim with a program Jamal designed. During this podcast, Jamal shares with Drew his history, what he is doing now, and his big plans for the future. His tenacity for achievement and affinity for entrepreneurial endeavors make this athlete one to watch and listen to.
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Key Takeaways:
[5:10] How Jamal helped actor Terry Crews learn to swim.
[6:31] Jamal was told that he had the rare, hereditary, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease at age ten.
[15:24] Jamal shares the reasons he feels shame about his condition, even after becoming an accomplished athlete.
[18:01] The technique’s Jamal and his coaches use to make him a national champion swimmer.
[27:26] Jamal has big plans for 2020, 2024, and 2028. He shares how he plans to make it to the podium and teach 1-million people to swim.
[33:27] How Jamal’s team handles the nutritional component of his training regime.
[37:48] How Paralympic athletes are grouped and where Jamal’s special abilities fit into the competition.
[41:45] The Swim Up Hill Foundation has a mission to teach 1-million people to swim.
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If you have ever wished for first-hand tips and strategies from a world-record-holding endurance athlete, your wish has come true. Drew’s guest, Zach Bitter, is an endurance athlete and coach. He is a three-time national champion, a world, and U.S. record holder, and a wealth of knowledge on endurance racing. During this podcast episode, Zach shares every facet of what he does to prepare for a race including his nutritional needs and mental prep, how he physically and mentally recovers from a race, how he modifies his keto diet to include carbohydrates before a race, and the biggest hurdles ultra-marathoners face before, during, and after a race. He also answers questions from Drew’s Instagram followers.
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Key Takeaways:
[4:52] Zach was bitten by the running bug in middle school but it wasn’t until he earned an entry to the Western State that he developed a strategy for his runs.
[11:37] Zach describes how he trains his body and his mind for a 100-mile endurance run.
[16:12] How Zach transitioned into a keto diet and how he uses it for performance.
[28:29] It is important to stay positive when mentally preparing for a 100-mile race.
[34:24] Does Zach take supplements or exogenous ketones during a race?
[38:01] Zach’s pre and post-race routines.
[43:29] What is Zach Bitter’s preferred ultra footwear and why?
[47:33] Staving off dehydration during an endurance run.
[50:10] Zach shares examples of when his body just wouldn’t go during a race and how he stays mentally tough.
[56:16] How Zach trains for runs and how he builds strategies for clients.
[1:01:19] Recovery strategies and biohacks.
[1:06:37] Zach shares his career strategy and what’s next on the horizon.
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The beauty of growing and learning as humans is that sometimes we discover new techniques and practices that transcend what we previously thought was the most effective. Current healing methods for joint, nerve, muscle, and structural pain may involve an MRI or X Rays but what if we don’t need to put our bodies into machines to find and heal the source of our problem? That’s what Drew’s guest, Dr. Eugene Charles suggests. Dr. Charles founded The Applied Kinesiology Center of New York and he practices and teaches Applied Kinesiology in New York City. During this interview, he shares tips and takeaways from his book, Journey to Healing: The Art and Science of Applied Kinesiology, how muscle testing works, and how Applied Kinesiology fits into the Triad of Health.
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Key Takeaways:
[4:20] When a doctor healed his shoulder by moving nerve energy, Dr. Charles knew what he wanted to do with his life’s work.
[10:24] Defining Applied Kinesiology and how muscle testing works.
[18:18] Dr. Charles shares his views on why more doctors aren’t studying and making use of Applied Kinesiology.
[24:19] Protocols for identifying and testing knee injuries.
[28:39] Movement is medicine and the triad of health.
[38:17] Dr. Charles describes several key takeaways from his book, Journey to Healing: The Art and Science of Applied Kinesiology.
[43:53] How to find doctors who practice Applied Kinesiology.
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Changing a behavior is a task that seems easy in theory but when it comes to breaking a habit or believing something different about oneself it can take years to accomplish without a strategy. Drew’s guest, Dr. Steven Hayes created the Acceptance and Commitment Theory (ACT) to help individuals emancipate themselves from unconscious habits and thoughts and become psychologically flexible. During this interview, he shares techniques from Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life and A Liberated Mind, two of his forty-six books. He also describes the work he does with competitive athletes to transform their athletic identity. Dr. Hayes’s TEDx talk about psychological flexibility has over 400k views on Youtube and has published over 600 scientific articles.
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Key Takeaways:
[5:36] Dr. Hayes admits to being an academic research geek who studies the processes of change.
[12:24] Dr. Hayes’s book, Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life is a workbook of 6 psychological flexibility processes and A Liberated Mind simplifies the message.
[24:13] Techniques and exercises people can use to transform how they react to unhealthy emotions and feelings.
[32:52] How to become the observer of your own journey by identifying with your inner child.
[39:25] How Dr. Hayes works with competitive athletes to improve performance by working through their identities.
[50:46] Dr. Hayes describes what Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is and how it works.
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As a nutritionist, when Brooke Alpert saw her husband’s physical health dwindling from an autoimmune disease, she tried valiantly to ease his condition with every tool in her toolbox. She had him on one diet after another in an attempt to offer him relief from his chronic pain. When she realized CBD was the safest supplement that worked for him, she set out to find all the information and research she could about CBD. During this episode, Brooke tells Drew about the benefits of CBD based on her private research, how CBD works within the body’s endocannabinoid system, and the powdered CBD product she created and sells.
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Key Takeaways:
[7:11] Brooke describes how she became involved with CBD when looking to ease the symptoms of her husband’s autoimmune disease.
[12:20] The difference between THC and CBD and defining the compound that supplies relief.
[16:40] As a nutritionist, Brooke added CBD to several of her client’s programs with surprisingly good results.
[21:45] How our endocannabinoid system (ECS) works.
[25:27] Common misconceptions about CBD use and what scientific research tells us about CBD.
[29:55] All CBD is not created equal. How to know if a product is high-quality.
[37:01] As we become more knowledgeable about THC and CBD, we can make better decisions about what offers us relief.
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There is a lot of debate about what type of diet is most beneficial for the human body. Vegans vehemently support a plant only approach, while others still count calories and avoid salt. For most of us, our bodies will tell us which type of foods we should eat by reacting adversely to a diet that doesn’t serve our health. So, have we been misled about what foods truly nourish our intricate, multifaceted systems? To find out more about the Carnivore diet Drew welcomes the author of The Carnivore Code, Dr. Paul Saladino to the podcast. Dr. Saladino may be best known for the unwarranted verbal lashing he received on the television show, The Doctors for stating his case for a strict carnivore diet. During this episode, Dr. Saladino describes the connection between food and autoimmune disease, the health woes he alleviated by living carnivore, and the studies and evidence that back up his findings.
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Key Takeaways:
[6:17] Dr. Paul was pulled into a raw vegan diet but after losing muscle mass and gastrointestinal issues he knew he needed to change his diet.
[8:46] Dr. Paul’s response to the unwarranted attack from ‘The Doctors’.
[13:28] The connection between food and autoimmune diseases is rarely discussed in the medical community.
[21:29] Dr. Paul describes his typical day and the 5 Tiers of a Carnivore Diet.
[30:49] The downsides of the inclusion of fiber in a diet and how it affects constipation.
[46:08] Cooked meat, raw meat, and vitamin C.
[51:20] Are there supplements a person should consider while on the carnivore diet?
[54:21] When starting the carnivore diet consider these things.
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The human body is genetically designed to eat carbohydrates and other easy to access energy sources. But, it also has the option to run on a multitude of fuel sources and be metabolically flexible when food is not readily available. And in today’s world, access to food created to play on the body’s cravings is plentiful and many of us consistently eat too much. Drew’s guest, Mark Sisson, explains how we can break the carb hungry cycle to become metabolically flexible and feel good. Mark is a 66-year-old endurance athlete dynamo who changed his athletic performance by changing his diet. He is the author of Primal Blueprint and his latest book, Keto for Life which he discusses in this podcast.
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Key Takeaways:
[6:39] From scrawny kid to endurance athlete, Mark shares his coming of age story.
[14:40] As a pre-med student Mark realized he needed a bigger platform than ‘local doctor’ to share his love of health and performance.
[16:50] What changing his diet taught Mark about the correlation between performance and nutrition.
[28:45] Mark describes metabolic flexibility, the key premise from his book, Keto for Life.
[46:21] How to transition out of a strict ketogenic diet.
[50:59] Only having healthy foods at home made it easy for Mark’s children to make healthy eating decisions.
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If you have been struggling with your weight loss goals know that a healthy body is about more than diet and exercise. The human brain is wired to find the easiest, fastest way to satiate hunger. Unfortunately in our modern world, processed food is designed to be quick and easy. So beating yourself up for reaching for a bag of something to snack on will only cause unnecessary stress. To change existing or create new habits and behaviors we need to create new neural pathways. Drew’s guest, Eliza Kingsford, helps her patients do just that. She is a licensed psychotherapist and author of the book, Brain-Powered Weight Loss. During this episode, she shares how our emotions lead us toward certain types of food, how our mindset can shape our eating patterns and the 3 Pillar Process she uses to change people’s lives.
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Key Takeaways:
[7:13] Eliza explains the difference between a child’s relationship with food and an adults’ relationship with food.
[10:08] Language parents can use with kids to help them understand why they are eating a certain way.
[15:45] Eliza explains why we gravitate toward certain foods when we feel certain emotions.
[19:57] Is there a distinction when people use food instead of alcohol, or other addictive substances?
[22:32] The importance of awareness when trying to rewire your brain.
[30:23] In her book, Brain-Powered Weight Loss, Eliza describes why our brains search out the path of least resistance.
[35:44] Techniques to overcome emotional eating.
[42:35] The 3 Pillar Process Eliza uses with her patients.
[48:49] How to work with Eliza Kingsford.
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Great strides forward are being made in the fitness, health, and wellness space every year. In labs, rigorous testing can be applied to food/fuel sources to qualify how they affect the body in its different states of exertion. UCAN’s founders were looking for a cure for a rare genetic disease when they discovered a process of cooking a starch that led to long-lasting energy. While they didn’t find a cure for the disease, they were able to create a Superstarch that offered the afflicted with a better quality of life. And, as an incredible secondary benefit, the manipulated starch offers athletes long-lasting energy that is keto-friendly. During this episode, Drew speaks with one of the founders of UCAN, Peter Kaufman about how the team discovered the starch, how it improves workouts, and why it is a perfect addition to a keto diet.
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Key Takeaways:
[6:54] How Peter became involved with the Feldman’s and eventually created the UCAN product designed to cure a young boy's life-threatening disease.
[14:14] Peter explains how Superstarch, the revolutionary carbohydrate was discovered.
[18:29] How the company’s founders realized Superstarch was more than medicine for glycogen storage disease.
[25:03] Some of the first professional athletes to try UCAN noticed less fatigue during work-outs.
[26:36] What happens when the Superstarch is ingested and why it’s a perfect fit for a keto diet?
[31:42] Peter describes what differentiates Superstarch from regular corn starch.
[33:19] The products UCAN offers and Drew describes the metrics from his 7-day challenge.
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If there ever was a sign that the world is waking up to the interconnected consciousness of our planet it is that the mainstream media is opening up its doors to shamans, astrologers, and Yogis. It’s been a long time coming. The wellness community just needed a champion to push its transformative agenda forward. It seems that Drew’s guest, Tanya Khani, aka The Soulful Publicist is that champion. Tanya is connected to most of the enlightened thought leaders of our time. She finds ways to bring mindfulness and consciousness to traditional media in an artful way. During this interview, she discusses her early adoption of transformational thinking, how the universe prodded her toward her calling, and the obstacles she faces in completing her mission.
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Key Takeaways:
[9:30] Tanya had integrity, intention, and high emotional intelligence at a young age. She attended Landmark training and 14 and started working for lululemon at 18.
[17:21] After college, Tanya thought a career as a life coach was her calling until her mother’s astrologer and the universe led her down a different path.
[19:57] Tanya decided she was finished playing small and in an airport in Costa Rica got clear about her vision and brand.
[24:19] Breaking through traditional media to shine a light on consciousness and mindfulness is tough but Tanya pulls it off.
[30:05] The challenges and obstacles Tanya has faced working with the media and the consumer.
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The media is saturated with content about masculine and feminine energies. But, what exactly is it, how do you recognize it, and how can you use it to make your relationships better? To experience a complete and total transformation, you need to fully embrace all aspects of yourself including the physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional side of fitness. To explain the basics about what masculine and feminine energies are, Drew welcomes Maddy Moon back to the podcast. Maddy is a podcast host, life coach, and spiritual guide who started her career in physique competitions that almost cost her her health. She now thrives, offering insightful, spiritual journeys for clients of her coaching and spiritual retreats.
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Key Takeaways:
[7:03] Maddy moved from Colorado to Brooklyn to get closer to the hustle and inspiration her creative side craved.
[8:50] Maddy shares her history of striving for physical adoration and her current projects which focus on the emotional and spiritual side of life.
[17:33] Maddy breaks down the masculine and the feminine aspects of life and how they are the same and different.
[29:10] Maddy explains how understanding masculine and feminine energies can help us navigate relationships.
[38:26] How becoming aware of which energy you are in and setting time limits can help with conflict resolution.
[48:22] Maddy offers book recommendations for men interested in learning more about their feminine energy.
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