In this conversation, Joel Evan and Ben Azadi delve into the concepts of metabolic health, the impact of diet on overall wellness, and the importance of understanding insulin and inflammation. Ben discusses his new book, 'Metabolic Freedom,' which aims to educate the masses about metabolic dysfunction and how to achieve metabolic flexibility. They explore the roles of big food and pharma in health issues, personal stories of metabolic chaos, and the significance of gratitude and mindset in health. The discussion also touches on the importance of fasting, cholesterol, and the power of ketones in gene expression.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Metabolic Freedom
03:05 Understanding Metabolic Health
06:05 The Role of Big Food and Pharma
09:05 The Impact of Insulin on Health
11:51 The Importance of Fasting Insulin
14:52 Cholesterol and LDL Explained
17:53 The Surprising Role of Gratitude
24:37 The Power of Gratitude
27:57 Ketones and Gene Expression
31:01 Keto: A Tool, Not a Panacea
37:09 Inflammation and Hormones: The Hidden Barriers
40:40 Next Steps for Lasting Change
