Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi
Ben Azadi
Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and best selling author of Keto Flex, is the host of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast. We bring on the thought leaders in this space in this space to have life-changing conversations so you can apply it and upgrade your metabolism. The topics we cover include bio-hacking, ketosis, carnivore, fasting strategies, mindset and metabolic health. Discover how to cut through all the noise in the health and nutrition space so you can finally get the results you want, and keep them; whether its fat loss, more energy, better sleep, or focusing on general health and longevity. As a former obese man, Ben took his pain of being extremely unhealthy, and turned it into a purpose by transforming his health and now he is on a mission to educate 1 billion people. Ben brings you the thought leaders in the world of health, including Dr. Eric Berg, Ben Greenfield, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Will Cole, Mark Sisson, Dr. Ken Berry, Dr Mindy Pelz, Cynthia Thurow, Dr. Daniel Pompa, and many others. You'll discover everything you want to know about the keto diet, ketosis, paleo, fasting, intermittent fasting, block fasting, fasting mimicking diet, bulletproof fasting, dry fasting, water fasting, and everything that works (and doesn't work) to help you understand what is best for your unique body.
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Dec 31, 2025 • 22min
#1202 The Cortisol Switch That’s Secretly Storing Your Belly Fat And The 30-Day Protocol To Reach 0% Visceral Fat With Ben Azadi
Discover the surprising connection between cortisol and visceral fat, as stress triggers the storage of belly fat. Learn how an 18:6 fasting schedule can help lower insulin and stimulate fat burning. Explore the benefits of a weekly 24-hour fast for enhanced hormonal health and fat loss. Ben reveals foods that spike cortisol to eliminate for 30 days and shares strategies for improving sleep, which is crucial for fat regulation. Plus, find out why walking beats intense cardio in targeting stubborn belly fat.
Dec 30, 2025 • 19min
#1201 Simple Cup That Floods Your Feet With Blood Flow in 30 Minutes, Fixes Cold and Numb Feet, and Restores Circulation Naturally — With Ben Azadi
Discover the surprising real causes of clogged arteries—it's not just cholesterol. Uncover five science-backed drinks that can clear arterial plaque and slash inflammation, including pomegranate juice and high-quality coffee. Learn how raw cacao can boost your blood flow and why apple cider vinegar enhances insulin sensitivity. Ben shares practical tips on rotating these drinks for maximum health benefits and tracking improvement in your lab results. Take charge of your metabolic and heart health with simple, natural ingredients!
Dec 29, 2025 • 60min
#1200 You Are Not Overstressed, You Are Under Recovered - The Fastest Way to Raise HRV with Justin Roethlingshoefer
In this chat, Justin Roethlingshoefer, a human performance expert and founder of Own It Coaching, dives deep into the significance of heart rate variability (HRV) for health and recovery. He highlights how HRV serves as your nervous system's early warning system and explains the critical link between HRV and factors like sleep, nutrition, and training intensity. Justin argues that most people are under-recovered rather than overstressed and offers practical strategies to boost HRV, emphasizing the importance of quality sleep and mindful eating.
Dec 28, 2025 • 19min
#1199 Why You Wake Up at 2 AM Every Night and the Exact Biological Switch That Helps You Fall Back Asleep in Minutes Without Melatonin or Medication With Ben Azadi
Waking up at 2 AM isn't just bad luck; it's linked to low blood sugar and rising cortisol levels. Discover a 4-step protocol involving nasal breathing, humming, and a special honey-salt mix that'll help you drift back to sleep quickly. Learn how gratitude signals safety to your brain and why liver health matters for a good night's rest. Ben also discusses lifestyle changes to prevent those pesky nighttime wake-ups for good. Get ready to reclaim your sleep!
Dec 27, 2025 • 18min
#1198 They Turned Bread Into a Slow-Burn Toxin- How Modern Wheat Destroys Your Gut, Spikes Insulin, and Triggers Belly Fat (And What to Eat Instead) With Ben Azadi
Discover how modern bread has transformed from a superfood to a gut-wrecking, insulin-spiking danger. Ben dives into the industrial processes that strip nutrition and cause inflammation. Learn the impact of glyphosate on your health and the importance of fermentation in bread-making. He provides tips on choosing safer bread options, including the benefits of sourdough. Plus, understand why respecting food can heal your metabolism and why some might benefit from avoiding bread entirely.
Dec 26, 2025 • 20min
#1197 The 1 Science-Backed Insulin Reset That Instantly Kills Cravings and Unlocks Rapid Fat Loss With Ben Azadi
Discover how cravings are linked to hormonal imbalances rather than willpower. Learn about the role of insulin in fat storage and how it affects hunger hormones. Ben shares a simple protocol to stabilize insulin and effortlessly curb cravings. Key steps include prioritizing protein and fat, and avoiding nighttime eating. The 7-day reset promotes rapid fat loss, reducing inflammation and water retention. Plus, get insights on carbs, protein intake, and sustainable habits, turning metabolic healing into an enjoyable lifestyle.
Dec 25, 2025 • 20min
#1196 Never Eat These 7 “Healthy” Foods Again: The Hidden Kidney Killers Raising Blood Pressure, Inflammation, and Stone Risk With Ben Azadi
Discover the surprising 'healthy' foods that can harm your kidneys! Green smoothies and almonds may increase kidney stone risk, while diet sodas and sugar-free drinks accelerate kidney decline. Learn about the hidden dangers in processed foods laden with phosphate additives. Ben shares his personal journey of kidney stress and provides safer food swaps to enhance kidney health. Find practical tips to combat inflammation and improve your metabolic well-being, ensuring you protect your kidneys for the long haul!
Dec 24, 2025 • 20min
#1195 7 “Healthy” Foods That Are Secretly Destroying Your Liver, Blocking Fat Loss, and Keeping Belly Fat Stuck With Ben Azadi
Discover the hidden dangers of popular 'healthy' foods that may be harming your liver and stalling fat loss. Ben Azadi reveals how oat milk, plant-based protein bars, seed oils, and fructose contribute to inflammation and stubborn belly fat. He discusses the gut-liver connection and offers simple food swaps for liver healing. A 7-step liver reset protocol is shared, emphasizing fasting, walking, and better fat choices. Plus, learn about essential foods for liver repair and how to recognize symptoms of fatty liver.
Dec 23, 2025 • 20min
#1194 Why Fasting Keeps Failing You and the Hidden Metabolic Mistakes Sabotaging Fat Loss, Energy, and Healing With Ben Azadi
Fasting can be a game-changer for weight loss and health, but many struggle due to metabolic readiness. Discover why being a sugar burner makes fasting tough and how stress, poor sleep, and nighttime eating sabotage success. Learn the importance of reducing inflammation and toxins before a fast. Ben outlines seven key steps to prepare your body, emphasizing proper protein intake and the impact of environment on metabolism. If fasting has felt frustrating, this discussion reveals why it's not your fault and how to turn things around.
Dec 22, 2025 • 1h
#1193 Everything You Know About Weightlifting Is Wrong – The Shocking Science of Faster Muscle & Fat Loss with Dr. John Jaquish
In this engaging discussion, Dr. John Jaquish, a biomedical engineer and author of 'Weight Lifting Is a Waste of Time', challenges conventional fitness beliefs. He reveals why traditional weightlifting is inefficient and promotes variable resistance training for better muscle growth and fat loss. Dr. Jaquish highlights the importance of high protein intake and the science of macronutrient signaling over calorie counting. He also shares his experiences with amino acids and peptides, and provides insights into why most gym routines fail.
