https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/251 Aug 7, 2013 Podcast: How to transition from vegetarian to meat eating, the pros and cons of circumcision, why you should avoid red rice yeast, fast ways to heal stress fractures, and getting rid of varicose veins. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Having trouble sleeping? It could be the moon's fault. Higher testosterone AND better heart rate variability with colostrum use? I am in. Stay cool to stay thin. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The Ben Greenfield Fitness phone app - is your portal to all of Ben's best fitness shows, special episodes, and videos in one convenient spot - including exclusive bonus content you won't get anywhere else except inside this app! ONE slot remaining - November 21 to December 4, 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net/thailand. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! August 14 to 17: Ketogenic Diets and Exercise Performance. Ben Greenfield, M.S., CSCS, C-ISSN, Jamie Scott, PGDipNutMed, PGDipSportExMed, Mark Sisson, Robb Wolf, B.S., Jimmy Moore. Ben Greenfield are on the Ketogenic Diet for Athlete Performance panel at the Ancestral Health Symposium in August. Visit http://www.ancestryfoundation.org/ for details. August 23, Friday noon Pacific - Ironman Canada at Whistler Meet-up: All BenGreenfieldFitness fans and athletes are invited to hang out for a lunch hour on Friday before the big race! Come ask your last-minute questions, chill, plan post-race parties and meet other athletes who will be racing. This event will be a Mogul's coffeehouse and you can RSVP on the BenGreenfieldFitness Facebook page. September 10 to 12, 2013: The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one: ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". How To Transition From Vegetarian to Meat Eating Kim says @ 00:29:53She has been a vegetarian for 29 years and is about to start eating meat again. What kind of GI or digestive transition can she expect her body to make and do you have any advice on how to make this transition easier? ~ In my reply to Kim, I mention Digestive Enzymes from Caprazymes, and also: 1-2 capsules HCl with Pepsin immediately prior to meal (may need to work up to more, stop if burn) 1-2 serving organic bitters immediately prior to meal 1-2 servings bone broth or organic gelatin per day The pros and cons of circumcision Adam says @ 00:30:41 They are expecting a baby and are wondering how you feel about circumcision and the long term health implications? Also, are the benefits of Cord Blood Storage large enough to justify the cost, are there any risks involved and do you have any suggestions on how to pick a storage service? ~ In my reply, I recommend the Better Baby Book by Dave Asprey. Why you should avoid red rice yeast Charlie says @ 00:41:02His cardiologist recommended he go on Red Rice Yeast as a way to help reduce the damage of cholesterol lowering medication. Do you have any concerns about Red Rice Yeasts effect on the GI tract? Is there a better way to manage his cholesterol? Fast ways to heal stress fractures Amy says @ 00:52:17 She just got diagnosed with a metatarsal stress fracture. She has been using a bone stimulator (the Exogen 4000) that he doctor have her and is wondering what you think or know about those? ~ In my reply, I recommend: Earthpulse Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy 9-12 Capraflex a day 1-2 servings liquid trace minerals per day 35IU Vitamin D per pound body weight 400-800mg magnesium per day, preferably before bed Vitamin K2 – 50-100mcg per day Getting rid of varicose veins Wes says @ 00:57:41 Is wondering about Varicose Veins and Deep Vein Thrombosis. He has varicose veins and is having leg pains, bad enough that he went to urgent care (they told him not to worry about DVT). He is looking for ways to heal his veins and the valves that aren't working right. His legs feel fine when he is exercising but they hurt when he stands still. Is there anything he should eat or supplements he should take? He has some family history or early death (they just keeled over and died) and it worries him. ~ In my response, I mention the transcript to a previous episode we did on varicose veins, and also our recent podcast on varicose veins. Also: Horse Chestnut Extract, Grape Seed Extract, and Butcher’s Broom. I also mention: An inversion table and these yoga inversion poses 110% Compression Gear (use 10% discount code GREENFIELD) ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love! -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. Buy this track now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know low back pain is caused by gut issues? Or that simply including lemon juice in your recipes can help fix your gut? Or that the integrity of your gut lining can affect your mood and risk of depression? In this interview with Dr. Alenjandro Junger, author of the book Clean Gut and the website CleanGut.com, you're going to learn all about this, and discover Dr. Junger's methods for eliminating the root cause of disease by fixing your gut. During the podcast, we also discuss: -"disguised gut dysfunction" issues... -why the gut is your second brain... -the four R's of gut repair... -cleansing and detoxing... -why healthy eaters can still have broken guts... -one supplement that Dr. Junger says "flies under the radar" when it comes to fixing your gut... -a sample day of eating... -and much more! Leave your questions, comments and feedback at BenGreenfieldFitness.com, and grab the excellent book Clean Gut here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/250 July 31, 2013 Podcast: Can Qigong lower your cortisol, how to build muscle and endurance at the same time, The ALCAT test for food allergies, how to get abs like Magic Mike, how to use oil of oregano, and the best workouts for building speed and endurance at the same time. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Swish your sports drink in your mouth for 10 seconds - then spit it out. You still get benefits! Yet more evidence that much commercial fish oil is rancid - proceed with caution. And only use good fish oil. Good brands - Pharmax, Barleans, Carlson's - this is what Ben uses: "SuperEssentials". A "beer factory" for fish oil? This is one I'd need to see some human studies on! Barefoot running is actually good for your knees! ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: Want to win a brand new Timex watch? Visit Facebook.com/BGFitness! Or maybe you want to win a brand new bag of luxurious magnesium epsom salts? Just be our 10,000 follower at Twitter.com/BenGreenfield The Ben Greenfield Fitness phone app - is your portal to all of Ben's best fitness shows, special episodes, and videos in one convenient spot - including exclusive bonus content you won't get anywhere else except inside this app! November 21-December 4 - 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net/thailand. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! February 6-March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. August 14-17: Ketogenic Diets and Exercise Performance. Ben Greenfield, M.S., CSCS, C-ISSN, Jamie Scott, PGDipNutMed, PGDipSportExMed, Mark Sisson, Robb Wolf, B.S., Jimmy Moore. Ben Greenfield are on the Ketogenic Diet for Athlete Performance panel at the Ancestral Health Symposium in August. Visit http://www.ancestryfoundation.org/ for details. September 10-12, 2013: The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one: ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Can Qigong lower your cortisol? Craig says @ 00:29:58The folks over at SweeBeat recommended that he try Qigong to help with some sympathetic dominance. It seems to be really helping his numbers on the app as well as his general well being. He wants to know what your opinion is of Qigong. He also wanted to recommend people try the iPad app "Healthy with Simple Qigong". How to build muscle and endurance at the same time Chuck says @ 00:37:12Just got hired as a personal trainer at a gym and wants to "look more the part" (put on some muscle) but doesn't want to sacrifice his triathlon endurance training. Would it help to take Creatine? Should the Creatine Monohydrate be blended with beta alanine and citrulline malate? ~ In my response to Chuck, I recommend my protocol at http://www.Tri-Ripped.com and the Muscle Gain Pack. I also discuss: -20-25g portions of DEEP30 protein (whey) or LivingProtein (vegan) spread throughout day, at 0.7-0.8 grams per pound body weight. -Creatine – 0.3g/kg bodyweight for 5-7 days followed by 5g/day. No need to cycle. Recommend Kreaceps capsules. -Carnitine – 750mg-2,000mg/day – in 2 doses. Recommend Nutrarev. -Citrulline – 6-8g, 30-60 minutes before exercise. Recommend Citruvol. -Beta-Alanine – 2-5g, 30-60 minutes before exercise. Recommend NOW Foods. -BCAA’s – 10-20g every 60-90 minutes during exercise. Recommend Recoverease. -Daily serving of concentrated greens (to balance pH). Recommend Enerprime (capsule), Capragreens (low calorie powder), Supergreens (meal replacement powder), or cycling between all three. The ALCAT test for food allergies Jenny says @ 00:52:42 She would like your opinion on the ALCAT Food Sensitivity Test. She had it done and then heard some controversial opinions about its validity. She was going to start changing her diet based on the test but now doesn't know if it is worthwhile. ~ In my response to Jenny, I discuss this ALCAT test. How to get abs like Magic Mike Morgan says @ 01:03:41 He is 43-years-old, 6'3" and lean. He has been using your Magic Mike ab exercises(planks) to build his abs but feels like he is plateauing. What should his next step be, as the planking gets easier and easier? How to use oil of oregano Tanya says @ 01:11:19 She just got over Bronchitis last month and now has an upper respiratory viral infection. She has been taking oil of oregano oil twice a day and is wondering how long she should take it for and is twice a day is enough? ~ In my response to Tanya, I mention http://www.BenGreenfieldFitness.com/oregano The best workouts for building speed and endurance at the same time Will says @ 01:18:28 He is a fast sprinter that struggles to run anything longer than 5k. He is looking for tips to build his endurance without losing his speed. ~ In my response, I recommend my enhanced breathing protocol and the Compex. -- And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love! -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. Buy this track now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this premium podcast with Ben Greenfield, Ben answers the following questions about ketosis, Ironman training, nutrition and more:   Do you use bitter melon to help buffer blood sugar spikes in a effort to continue producing blood ketones? If yes, how important is the timing of taking the bitter melon for this and how much do you take each time? Have you had any breaks from ketosis where you carb binge? Please let us know about your experiences with oxaloacetate -- most importantly about the safety of it and how much (in your opinion) it boosted your performance.  I'm doing your TriathlonDominator.com plan, and am curious as to how you typically train right now... Are you still doing predominantly H.I.I.T. with long Z2 efforts sprinkled in?  How much does it cost you a month to eat that way? Carbs are so cheap and yummy.  Is there any advantage to adding hard to find meat like lamb and bison to my diet? What are your thoughts on barefoot/minimalist  running? ( thinking performance & injury prevention) Do you recommend anything for me in my first 5K? So far I’ve been working out for the last 2 months, 6 days a week, eating ok, I do cheat but I just pray I make it to the end. What do you think of Ezekiel bread? I haven’t heard much, but I love bread and people say it is better for you. I just read some good protein things with brewer’s yeast? Yay or nay? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not often that I bring pro triathletes onto the show, but Tamsin Lewis is not just any athlete. She is also a physician. Tamsin has trained under some of the toughest and smartest triathlon coaches in the world, including Brett Sutton and Cliff English. She has dealt with muscle injuries, eating disorders, low iron and everything else commonly faced by both male and female triathletes, and active individuals around the face of the planet, and during our interview, she offers an educated perspective on how to deal with these issues. Tamsin and I also talk about: -Finding the ideal balance between getting enough strength, and having too much muscle... -Whether endurance training hurts your heart, and the best way to to test if your heart is OK... -The diet and supplements that Tamsin uses... Resources for this podcast: -Ben's Thanyapura training camp, where Tamsin will be offering a "Medical Q&A For Triathletes" -Tamsin's website SportieDoc.com -Floradix -Colostrum -Spirulina -Magnesium Questions, comments or feedback for Ben or Tamsin? Leave your thoughts at http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/?p=15032 and we promise to answer!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/249 July 25, 2013 Podcast: Is Resveratrol Really Bad For You, The Shocking Ingredients in Beer, Debunking The Magic of Vitamins And Supplements, How To Use Activated Charcoal, SweetBeat vs. InnerPeace, Is Your pH Too Low, The Difference Between TianChi and Inner Peace, What Are Isotonic Supplements, Are Male Pattern Baldness Drugs Healthy? Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Is resveratrol really bad for you? The Shocking Ingredients in Beer. Debunking the magic of vitamins and supplements. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The Ben Greenfield Fitness phone app - is your portal to all of Ben's best fitness shows, special episodes, and videos in one convenient spot - including exclusive bonus content you won't get anywhere else except inside this app! 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the February 6-March 6 retreat. The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. September 10-12, 2013, Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one: ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". How To Use Activated Charcoal Heather says @ 00:30:20 She would like to know more about using charcoal to mitigate the damage caused by conventional meat and/or alcohol. Is it possible to take too much or take it too often? How does it know to only bind to toxins? Can it bind to good stuff as well? ~ In my response, I mention taking activated charcoal called CharcoCaps prior to any meals that contain potential toxins, such as meat, animal products from unknown sources, foods that tend to give you gas, etc. SweetBeat vs. InnerPeace Clay says @ 00:36:49 Can you compare and contrast the Sweetbeat app and Heartmath's Inner Balanceapp? Is one better than the other? Which should he use? Is Your pH Too Low? Keith says @ 00:41:30 He is using litmus strips to test his PH and is wondering if 6.4 is too low. Is there any optimal level and should he be trying to raise his level? ~ In my reply I mention this interview with Dr. Ted Morter on pH diet. The Difference Between TianChi and Inner Peace Craig says @ 00:49:45 He would like to know the difference between TianChi and Inner Peace. He is taking both and is wondering if that is necessary or should he just take one? What Are Isotonic Supplements? Erin says @ 00:58:41She is a registered dietitian who works in functional medicine and is wondering what you think of the Isotonic Supplements. She believes in a whole diet but is wondering if this might be of help to her clients. Are Male Pattern Baldness Drugs Healthy? John says @ 01:06:31 He took Propecia every day for 9 years until he found out that he had low testosterone and estradiol. He stopped taking it 2 years ago but is still concerned that he will have ongoing issues. Is there anything he should be doing to mitigate the damage Propecia caused. ~ In my response I mention: -Vitamin D3 (ideally test first) ~ 35IU/lb -Fish oil – 2-5g/day + cod liver oil, 1-2T/day -Magnesium (500-1000mg/day) -Brazil nuts (selenium) – 5-6/day (get raw from health food store and keep frozen) -Grass fed beef – several 6-8oz servings/week -If you do not eat shellfish or use zinc regularly, also include 2-4 Prostelan capsules per day (5 Alpha Reductase inhibitor + Zinc) And then use either: -D-Aspartic Acid – 3g/day (approx 1 teaspoon) combined with Myomin (aromatase inhibitor) – 1000-1500mg/day OR -5 day on/2 day off of herbal blend of tribulis, maca, nettle, fenugreek (recommend RenewMale, Aggressive Strength, or Onnit T+) -- And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love! -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. Buy this track now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wished you could be as productive as possible, even when you're exercising? How about use special "biohacks" to help you eat the right way? Or have little tricks to save 10 minutes here or 5 minutes there? In today's podcast episode with Ari Meisel (pictured here) from LessDoing.com, you're going to learn how to biohack your workouts, your diet and your life to get more done in less time. Resources that Ari and I discuss in this episode: -SoundGecko.com -FancyHands.com -TaskRabbit -IFTTT.com -Evernote.com -Ubersense Slow Motion Video Analysis -YouDemy.com - use 50% discount code "GREENFIELD" -The ManMaker exercise (video here) Do you have questions, comments or feedback about getting more done in less time? Leave your thoughts below and either Ari or I will respond at http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/?p=14853See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/248 July 17, 2013 Podcast: Does Fish Oil Cause Prostate Cancer, Are Body Fat Scales Accurate, Is Milk Healthy, How To Use A Standing Workstation, What To Eat Before Surgery, and How To Run Downhill. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right, use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. You get about 1/3 of your total carbohydrate energy from lactic acid! - I also mention oxaloacetate as a way to speed up lactic acid conversion to glucose. Turns out for good endurance athletes you need more LONGER intervals than REALLY short intervals. Would YOU donate YOUR poop to a needy friend? ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: The Ben Greenfield Fitness phone app - is your portal to all of Ben's best fitness shows, special episodes, and videos in one convenient spot - including exclusive bonus content you won't get anywhere else except inside this app! 2013 Thailand Triathlon Adventure with Ben Greenfield - details at pacificfit.net. Now including the pre-camp: It's a "high end" triathlon training resort. Brand new facilities - check 'em out! We're going to do coached sessions every day. It won't be hardcore training as much as a focus on learning about nutrition, training, fitness, and how to "get the edge" in endurance, life and health! Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Click here for all details. Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the February 6-March 6 retreat. The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. September 10-12, 2013, Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one: ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Does Fish Oil Cause Prostate Cancer? - Kelsey and Morimasa both asked @ 00:20:56 The headline "Fish oils may raise prostate cancer risks, study confirms (NBC News)" grabbed a lot of people's attention. What is your opinion on this study? ~ In my response, I mention SuperEssentials fish oil. Are Body Fat Scales Accurate? - Body Fat says @ 00:28:48 She is curious how accurate body fat measuring gadgets and scales actually are. The one she used asked her age, height and weight and then she held on to two hand sensors for a minute. It told he she was 15% body fat (she is 25 and weighs 135-140lbs)... is that a good target or is that too low/too high? ~ In my response, I recommend the article "How To Measure Body Fat", the Body Metrix Ultrasound system and this episode of Endurance Planet.  Is Milk Healthy? - Jim says @ 00:40:48 Would like to know how lactose is processed by the body. How is it different from glucose, sucrose and fructose? How does it effect insulin levels and blood sugar levels? Also can you touch on IGF? A big portion (50-90%) of his carb intake is from milk sugar (2 to 3 gallons a week of grass fed, non-homogenized, pasteurized) should he change that? He has no issues with dairy. How To Use A Standing Workstation - Standing Desk says @ 00:50:28 She uses a standing work station (for 4-6 hours a day) and has noticed that her recovery time after a hard workout has been drastically lengthened since she started standing. Is there a scientific reason for that or is it all in her head? ~ In my response, I recommend an inversion table and 110% Compression gear (use 10% discount code GREENFIELD). What To Eat Before Surgery - Steve says @ 00:56:29 He is scheduled for slap-tear surgery on his right shoulder just 3 days after IM Steelhead 70.3. Is there anything he should do in the 3 days between the race and the surgery? He doesn't want to go into surgery too beat up. Any advice for not gaining weight during the recovery period would be appreciated as well. ~ In my response, I recommend loading on proteolytic enzymes like Recoverease prior to surgery and also taking Capraflex post surgery at 12 per day. I recommend this Recovery Pack. I also recommend this free e-book "How To Recover Like Wolverine from X-Men" and smell sticks for appetite control along with greens, amino acids, MPX100 and coconut oil. How To Run Downhill - Tim says @ 01:08:26He is currently training for a half marathon (starts at 9,500 feet of elevation ending at 12,000 feet). It's a very technical course with some very steep downhills on a road. He was pretty beat up by it last year and is looking for some ways to go a little faster, lessen the impact of the downhill and fuel for this race. -- And don't forget to go to BenGreenfieldFitness.com/love! -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. Buy this track now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aubrey De Grey is a British researcher on anti-aging. He claims he has drawn a roadmap to defeat biological aging, and provocatively proposes that the first human beings who will live to 1,000 years old have already been born.  In today's podcast, I interview Dr. De Grey, and we discuss his seven "reasons" for aging and what you can do about it. You'll learn: -Why aging may not actually be inevitable... -7 strategies for increasing longevity... -Which enzymes keep your body from building up junk... -Cutting-edge strategies to keep you actually feeling good when you live long... -And much more! Resources mentioned in this episode include: -Sens.org -Ending Aging book -The Island Where People Forget To Die article -Marine Phytoplankton drops -Pacific Elite Fitness Anti-Aging Pack Questions, comments or feedback about anti-aging strategies? Leave your thoughts at http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/?p=14649See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/247 July 10, 2013 Podcast: Can You Still Exercise When Recovering From Overtraining, How To Push Yourself While Racing, What Is The Best Blood Test, How To Fix Exercise Induced Anemia, Natural Remedies for Tonsil Stones, Are Prohormone Supplements Dangerous and 3 Good Testosterone Supplements. Have a podcast question for Ben? Use the Contact button at the bottom of the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “Ask Ben” form on the website... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and you could win a BGFitness care package! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Top 5 ways to get your health-promoting, endurance-boosting nitrates: Arugula, Rhubarb, Beet, Celery & Swiss Chard. Your intramuscular triglycerides (i.e. your MCT's) are a HUGE SOURCE of fuel during endurance. On a related note: What fuel is used when endurance trained males exercise in a fasted state? Find out here. Think you're gluten intolerant? Think again. It may actually be "FODMAPS", not gluten. Here is a chart with foods suitable on a low FODMAP diet. ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: This Month’s InnerCircle webinar - is on Friday, July 12, 6:30pm Pacific time and is entitled: "Be Your Own Diet Sleuth". You’ll get the in’s and out’s of analyzing and interpreting your own nutrition and food intake – and the best resources and tools to track your diet. 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Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by Brock, the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Testimonial from Chris Hughes @ 00:23:14 He's loving his custom training plan from Ben and can't wait to race Ironman Canada. Can You Still Exercise When Recovering From Overtraining? - Mark says @ 00:27:46 He has been diagnosed with early stage over-training syndrome and was prescribed 1 month to 1.5 months of rest and recovery (he has been training for 7 years straight). He is wondering what he can do to speed his recovery along (supplements, stretching, mobility exercises, resistance training). ~ In my response to Mark, I recommend this article on overtraining recovery. How To Push Yourself While Racing - Brett says @ 00:39:32 She is wondering if you have any tips on how to go harder in the beginning and middle or races and workouts? She feels like she is "saving herself" for the last push of a race or workout. ~ In my response to Brett, I mention how Andy Potts breathes before a race. What Is The Best Blood Test? - Julia says @ 00:48:58 She usually takes 3 to 4 days after running or a spin class (5 days after resistance work) to feel like working out again. Could this be a diet or nutrition issue that is causing her to recover so slowly? ~ In my response to Julia, I recommend a micronutrient analysis - specifically the ION Profile w/40 Amino Acids-METAMETRIX KIT. I also recommend the Longevity test and my article on how to recover quickly from workouts. How To Fix Exercise Induced Anemia - Ken says @ 00:57:01 At a recent checkup at the doctor he found out that although his hematocrit and hemoglobin levels are normal, his red blood cell size is on the low side of normal (mean carpuscular volume) and his ferritin is about 50% of normal. He is not yet anemic but he is headed that direction. He has some mild hemorrhoids but they do not bleed. He had a colonoscopy that was normal. No ulcers. He is an avid triathlete and is wondering if the sport may have caused this issue. ~ In my response to Ken, I recommend he listen to "Legally Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels". I also recommend he introduce a lactoferrin supplement and Floradix. Natural Remedies for Tonsil Stones - Zach says @ 01:07:28 Wants to know more about Tonsil Cheese and how to get rid of it. ~ In my response to Zach, I recommend Oil of Oregano. Are Prohormone Supplements Dangerous and 3 Good Testosterone Supplements - Chas says @ 01:13:11 He has been using prohormones supplements. In the past 18 months he has done 4 different long cycles with 3 months between cycles. He focuses on dialing in his pericycling and postcycle supplementation and gets plenty of sleep and stays hydrated even though he is training hard. He wants to build size and strength but he really likes to get the strength boost that leads to better size gains. What are you thoughts on prohormones and do you have any tips other than postcycle therapy to restore endogenous hormones? ~ In my response to Chas, we discuss these prohormone supplements. 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