
Light Up Your Metabolism
Welcome to the Light Up Your Metabolism Podcast, where we explore the profound impact of light, environment, and nature on your metabolic health. Hosted by Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and passionate health expert Danielle Hamilton of daniellehamiltonhealth.com, this show is designed to help you break free from the cycle of fatigue, cravings, hormone imbalances, and weight struggles.In today's world, where over 93% of the population is metabolically unhealthy, many people feel stuck despite their best efforts with diet and exercise. Dani delves into the incredible world of quantum and circadian biology, uncovering how simple yet powerful strategies like sunlight, grounding, lowering deuterium, and blocking blue light can transform your health.It's time to reconnect with nature and her cycles. Discover how your environment—including light, electromagnetic fields, temperature, sounds, and even the people around you—affects your metabolic health. Learn actionable tips and bioindividual approaches to charge your body like you charge your phone each night, using the free resources nature provides.Join Dani for insightful discussions and practical advice that will empower you to optimize your blood sugar, boost your energy, improve your sleep, balance your hormones, and feel amazing. Tune in to 'Light Up Your Metabolism' and start your journey to vibrant health today!
Latest episodes

Sep 28, 2024 • 27min
MEAL TIMING: When to eat to have the best blood sugar responses to your meals | Episode 216
TODAY'S SPONSORSUBLOCKOUT: Check out ublockout.com & use the code DANI10 for 10% off STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)👉 Enrollment Opens again this October 2024! Get on the waitlist now: daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you!

Sep 25, 2024 • 1h 11min
The Cholesterol Myth & How to Actually Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease with Stephen Hussey | Episode 215
TODAY'S SPONSORSKION: Check out getkion.com & use the code DANIHEALTH to get 10%UBLOCKOUT: Check out ublockout.com & use the code DANI10 for 10% off TODAY'S GUESTDr. Stephen Hussey MS, DC is a Chiropractor and Functional Medicine practitioner. He attained both his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Masters in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States in Portland, OR. He is a health coach, speaker, and the author of three books on health; The Health Evolution: Why Understanding Evolution is the Key to Vibrant Health, Understanding The Heart: Surprising Insights Into The Evolutionary Origins Of Heart Disease – And Why It Matters, and Pain Sense. Dr. Hussey guides clients from around the world back to health by using the latest research and health attaining strategies.WebsiteInstagramFacebookON TODAY'S EPISODEWhat are the limitations of conventional medicine's approach to heart disease and cholesterol?What role does structured water play in heart health, and how is it formed?How can exposure to sunlight improve cardiovascular health?Why is it important to optimize our circadian rhythm for body healing?What are the benefits of grounding for heart health?How does the heart act as a blood flow regulator and coherence sensor in the body?How can chronic pain in the brain be "reprogrammed" through lifestyle changes?Why is it a myth that heart disease is inevitable, and how can we prevent it?How are body coherence and overall health-related?What practical strategies do you recommend to address heart health from a holistic approach?STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton HealthMy website is daniellehamiltonhealth.comOn my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)Sign up for my Wellness Wednesday Newsletter: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/newsletter👉 Blood Sugar Mastery Enrollment Opens again this October 2024! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐

Sep 21, 2024 • 21min
What’s Your Circadian Rhythm? A Simple Breakdown of Why It’s Crucial for Health | Episode 214
TODAY'S SPONSORSBEAM Minerals: Head to beamminerals.com and use the code DANIHEALTH to get 20% off"Circadian Rhythm" seem to be everywhere lately. Personally, I didn't have a clear understanding of what a Circadian Rhythm was until a few months ago. Because it's quite complicated, I always try to think of simple ways to explain what it is so non-scientific minds, like mine, can get a deep understanding. In this episode, I'll walk you through a simple but powerful analogy to help you understand in what the circadian rhythm actually is and why it is so crucial for optimal health!Waitlist for It Starts With Light ☀️ STAY IN TOUCHThank you for listening to the show!👉 Blood Sugar Mastery Enrollment Opens again this October 2024! Get on the waitlist now!You can find me on Instagram, Facebook My podcast is Light Up Your Metabolism 🎙️ My website is https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com. Be sure to sign up for my weekly newsletter to get all the best tips, coupon codes, and to be the first to know about my upcoming programs!If you are liking the show, please head to Apple Podcasts or iTunes to leave the show a *5-star rating* & a quick review! It helps the show to grow and lets me know what you’re liking!Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you!

Sep 18, 2024 • 1h 23min
Navigating the Interconnection between Relationships, Dating, Divorce & our Health with Chris Bates | Episode 213
TODAY'S SPONSORSBEAM Minerals: Head to beamminerals.com and use the code DANIHEALTH to get 20% offVivarays: Visit vivarays.com & use the code DANIHEALTH for 15% offKION: Check out getkion.com & use the code DANIHEALTH to get 10%TODAY'S GUESTBates is an adamant advocate of learning by doing. After several years of voracious experimenting and working with thousands of individuals on holistic health under Dr. Paul Saladino, he is now focused on helping men who are perpetually single, divorced, or have recently gone through a tough breakup. He ardently believes that physiological health is crucial in supporting mental and interpersonal health.Website: batesdates.comIG: @batesdatesON TODAY'S EPISODEHow do relationships impact our overall health and well-being?What are the dangers of being overly nice and people-pleasing in relationships?In what ways can stress act as a silent killer in our lives?Why is it essential to have tough conversations and set boundaries with loved ones?How can prioritizing self-care contribute to emotional regulation?What strategies can be used to address health concerns with partners effectively?What are the key components of creating a three-year vision for relationship decisions?How can individuals reflect and heal after a breakup or divorce?What role does toxic masculinity play in relationships, and how can it be addressed?What activities can help individuals meet like-minded people in the dating world?STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton HealthMy website is daniellehamiltonhealth.comOn my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)Sign up for my Wellness Wednesday Newsletter: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/newsletter👉 Blood Sugar Mastery Enrollment Opens again this October 2024! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐

Sep 14, 2024 • 25min
11 Very Low Effort Tips to Support Your Blood Sugar, Sleep & Energy Levels | Episode 212
TODAY'S SONSORSTroscriptions: Head to troscriptions.com & use discount code DANIHEALTHTimeline: Head to timelinenutrition.com and use the code DANIHEALTH to get 10% off👉🏻 FAVORITES Guide👉🏻 Get on the WAITLIST FOR BLOOD SUGAR MASTERY!👉🏻 TURN IPHONE SCREEN RED TUTORIALSTAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you!

Sep 11, 2024 • 1h 19min
How to Support our Sleep with Grounding, EMF mitigation and Sunlight with Tristan Scott | Episode 211
TODAY'S SPONSORSTroscriptions: Head to troscriptions.com & use discount code DANIHEALTHTimeline: Head to timelinenutrition.com and use the code DANIHEALTH to get 10% offKION: Check out getkion.com & use the code DANIHEALTH to get 10%TODAY'S GUESTTristan Scott is an Electrical Engineer (M.S.) and the Health/Marketing Lead at Daylight Computer Company. He is an expert in the electromagnetic aspects of our biology and educates around important topics such as light, EMFs, grounding, and a local diet. He is the author of the book Bitcoin and Beef. Website: daylightcomputer.comX @bitcoinand_beefINSTAGRAM: @tristan_healthON TODAY'S EPISODEHow do electromagnetic fields (EMFs) influence our health, and why is it crucial to understand their impact?What is the difference between native and non-native EMFs, and how do they affect our well-being?What are the main strategies to reduce EMF exposure and improve our health?Why is it critical to prioritize circadian health, especially in the bedroom, for cellular repair and restoration during sleep?What steps can we take to create an EMF-free sleep sanctuary in our bedroom?How do electrical devices and blue light affect sleep quality and what steps can we take to mitigate this?Is sleeping with a fan harmful and how should it be considered in the context of EMFs exposure?What is grounding, and how can it benefit our health in terms of circadian rhythms, antioxidant effects, and blood flow?Why is it important to address our EMF environment before relying solely on grounding to improve health?How do natural light and blue light from screens affect our biology and what can we do to manage these effects?STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton HealthMy website is daniellehamiltonhealth.comOn my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)Sign up for my Wellness Wednesday Newsletter: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/newsletter👉 Blood Sugar Mastery Enrollment Opens again this October 2024! Get on the waitlist now:: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐

Sep 4, 2024 • 57min
Light and Your Skin: Myths, Misconceptions, and Health Benefits with Zaid K. Dahhaj | Episode 210
TODAY'S SPONSORSNeurohacker: Check out qualialife.com and use this link to get a discount!BEAM Minerals: Head to beamminerals.com and use the code DANIHEALTH to get 20% offVivarays: Visit vivarays.com & use the code DANIHEALTH for 15% offTODAY'S GUESTZaid K. Dahhaj is an obsessed practictioner of circadian biology who has dedicated the last few years of his life to circadian biology, sunlight, and everything in between. He works as a circadian optimization coach at DexafitOC in Irvine, along with their parent company The Meta Warrior. He’s helped thousands of people develop a healthier relationship with the light and dark cycle through education.Instagram: @zaidkdahhajTwitter: @zaidkdahhajON TODAY'S EPISODEWhy is reconnecting with nature crucial to our health and well-being?How does artificial light, especially blue light, affect our circadian rhythm and overall health?What role does UV light play in health, and how can it act as a positive hormone stressor when exposed in moderation?How do melanin and melatonin influence the body's protection and regulation from light?What misconceptions do dermatology and ophthalmology have about UV light, and why can sun avoidance harm our health?What are the negative effects of wearing sunglasses, sunscreen, and sun avoidance on skin health?How do contact lenses and LASIK surgery impact eye and overall health?How can artificial light and non-native EMFs harm the skin, eyes, and brain?What practical strategies can be implemented to reduce exposure to EMFs, such as using wired headphones and reducing the use of electronic devices?What are the benefits of the sun, especially in the morning and midday, for skin health, such as stimulating collagen production and reducing acne?STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton HealthMy website is daniellehamiltonhealth.comOn my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)Sign up for my Wellness Wednesday Newsletter: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/newsletter👉 Blood Sugar Mastery Enrollment Opens again this October 2024! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐

Aug 31, 2024 • 49min
How to Truly Build a Blood Sugar Stabilizing Plate | Episode 209
TODAY's SPONSORSTroscriptions: Head to troscriptions.com & use discount code DANIHEALTHUBLOCKOUT: Check out ublockout.com & use the code DANI10 for 10% off In this episode I'm gonna share with you all my best tips and strategies for building a blood sugar stabilizing plate no matter where you find yourself on the blood sugar spectrum (blood sugar crashes, high blood sugar and everyone in between). You will not want to miss this life changing episode!- Waitlist for Blood Sugar Mastery (at this link you can also book a call with me) - 50% off Optimize Your Digestion for Low-Carb Diets: STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)

Aug 28, 2024 • 59min
The Truth About EMFs: Hidden Health Risks and How to Minimize Your Exposure with Daniel DeBraun | Episode 208
THANK YOU TO TODAY'S SPONSORSUse this link defendershield.com to get a special offer!Troscriptions: Head to troscriptions.com & use discount code DANIHEALTHUBLOCKOUT: Check out ublockout.com & use the code DANI10 for 10% off TODAY'S GUESTDan Bio– DeBaun is an internationally recognized expert in EMF radiation, EMF shielding, and EMF-related health issues with special focus on the effect of exposure from mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and cell phones. Daniel’s concern regarding the health impact of EMF emissions grew from over thirty years of engineering experience in the telecommunications industry, where he held a variety of executive positions at SAIC, Telcordia, AT&T, and Bell Labs. He is the co-author of Radiation Nation: The Fallout of Modern Technology, and the CEO of DefenderShield, the world leader in EMF radiation protection solutions.**You can view a more in-depth bio here– https://defendershield.com/daniel-debaun InstagramFacebookYouTubeON TODAY'S EPISODEWhat are electromagnetic fields (EMFs), and how do natural EMFs differ from artificial EMFs?How can prolonged exposure to EMFs, especially from devices such as cell phones and Wi-Fi routers, affect human health?What are the main potential health risks associated with constant exposure to EMFs?How does blue light affect our health, and how does it relate to exposure to EMFs?How is 5G technology changing the landscape of EMF exposure, and what are its health implications?What practical steps can be taken to reduce exposure to EMFs in the home environment, especially in the bedroom?How does distance affect EMF exposure, and what steps can be taken to maximize this distance?What is the importance of maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm during EMF exposure?How can products such as Defender Shield help protect against the effects of EMFs?What resources are available for those seeking more information and studies on the health effects of EMFs?STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton HealthMy website is daniellehamiltonhealth.comOn my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)Sign up for my Wellness Wednesday Newsletter: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/newsletter👉 Blood Sugar Mastery Enrollment Opens again this September 2024! Get on the waitlist now: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐

Aug 24, 2024 • 19min
Why did my blood sugar suddenly get worse? | Episode 207
TODAY'S SPONSORVivarays: Visit vivarays.com & use the code DANIHEALTH for 15% offOne of the most common questions I get from clients is, “What the heck is happening to my blood sugar?! It just suddenly got worse.” In this episode, we will dive into the most common reasons that might drive a sudden change in blood sugar from one day to the next.STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)👉 Enrollment Opens again this July 2024! Get on the waitlist now: daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryThank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you!