Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Practitioner, Founder, and Owner of Metabolic Solutions LLC, Brendan Dean Vermeire. Brendan has always been an extremely motivated individual and grew up active in martial arts and wrestling among dabbling in other activities.At a young age, he realized the importance of fitness and nutrition. Brendan felt empowered by the idea that he had control over his health and physique. Brendan enlisted in the United States Navy for the prestigious SEAL program. Unfortunately, his SEAL aspirations were cut short due to an inguinal hernia that led to a medical discharge. Brendan transitioned into competitive bodybuilding and started personal training and nutrition coaching at the age of 19. When he started in the industry, he had the pleasure of working with experienced professionals with a vast array of backgrounds and education. Brendan was fortunate enough to gain exposure to many modalities and areas of science.Being an extremely motivated individual, that exposure has set him on a path to learning as much as he can to optimize human health, happiness, and performance. There is nothing more rewarding to me than being able to help individuals attain a level of wellness they never thought possible. In this episode, Brendan Vermeire talks all about mold and mold illness diagnosis. First, he dives into the importance of fungus for our planet and its role in our ecosystem. Then, Brendan explains how to know if you are living with mold in your home and what you can do when you discover mold in your environment. Later, Brendan reveals his personal story with mold illness. Finally, the conversation turns to EMF radiation and how you can protect yourself.  Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 [02:30] Mold In The Home: How Big A Health Problem Is It? Fungus has been on planet Earth a lot longer than humans have. How much fungal overgrowth do you have in your body? It can be a spectrum. Whereas mainstream doctors want you to believe that it’s all or nothing. Here are some other questions you need to consider when thinking about mold illness: How many mycotoxins might be trapped in your tissues? How much mold exposure are you getting? How resilient is your body against mold? How robust are your detox systems and immune system? [11:50] How To Know If You Are Living With Mold Fungi feeds on carbohydrates and rotting material. Something you should consider is the role of fungi in the natural world. Fungi will break down dead carbon-based material to recycle nutrients back to the soil. Overall, it plays a very important role in our ecosystem. In fact, fungi seem to be a normal part of our gut microbiome. It trains our immune system and matures our immune system. Most people will find mold in their living environment. The US Environmental Protection Authority developed ERMI to provide a straightforward way to assess mold and indoor air quality investigations. Learn more about ERMI here: https://www.envirobiomics.com/product/ermi/ We have to think about the degree of mold exposure in the environment, the frequency, and the mold load. [20:25] What To Do If You Know You Have Mold In Your Home There's a very fine line between creating a problem where there isn't one versus identifying a healing opportunity where there is one. We are all exposed to a lot of bad things every single day. So, we can't make it sound like if you're at all exposed, you're going to be ill. The biggest thing you need to think about is if you have symptoms. However, if you're living in a compromised environment, it's probably just a matter of time before you do start developing symptoms. The first option is to remediate and reduce the fungal load to improve the home's air quality. Otherwise, it would be best if you moved out of your home. Check out @moldfinders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moldfinders [23:40] How Mold Played A Role In Brendan’s Life Nobody cares about mold until they get really sick from it. One day, Brendan’s fiancé at the time woke up with an unrelenting cramp. Eventually, she became emaciated. Brendan had fatigue, and it compounded his depressive tendencies. Unfortunately, Brendan’s fiancé was the canary in the coal mine. Sadly, they ended up separating because it became such a toxic and volatile situation. Four years later, Brendan got the news that she had taken her own life. [34:30] EMFs Are Damaging The Body Humans are so disconnected from our innate intuition. The radiation that's being emitted from our electronic devices cannot be good for us. We need a lot more studies when it comes to EMFs and damaging our bodies. EMFs are already categorized as a probable carcinogen. We as a species, as a collective, are lacking tolerance to both mold and this radiation. [37:30] Reducing The Damage EMFs Can Have On Your Body The most important thing you can do is reduce the exposure. Turn off your wi-fi router at night. Put your phone on airplane mode. There’s not a ton that you can do to reduce the exposure because it is everywhere. Instead, think about what you can control. [43:55] What Brendan Is Most Looking Forward To This Year Brendan is grateful to niche down in the mold world. Brendan is focusing on mental health and a functional medicine approach to mental health. Plus, Brendan is excited to start writing his book, and he is speaking at IMMH. Learn more about IMMH 2021 here: https://www.immh2021.com/. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Metabolic Solutions: https://www.metabolicsolutionsllc.com/ Listen to Holistic Savage Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holistic-savage-podcast/id1472864305 Follow Brendan Vermeire LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-vermeire-23754693/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_holistic_savage/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetabolicSolutionsInstitute/ Listen to Brendan Vermeire | Weight Loss Resistance, Leaky Gut Epidemic, Women & Weight Loss: KKP 69: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brendan-vermeire-weight-loss-resistance-leaky-gut-epidemic/id1470779784?i=1000459088936 Listen to S3-EP5: The Apex of Books - Keto Flex w/ Special Guest @thebenazadi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s3-ep5-apex-books-keto-flex-w-special-guest-thebenazadi/id1472864305?i=1000523269035 Check out @moldfinders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moldfinders Learn more about ERMI: https://www.envirobiomics.com/product/ermi/ Join theKeto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a WatchKeto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. 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Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 Resources from this episode: Check out Cynthia Thurlow’s Website Follow Cynthia Thurlow Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Listen to Everyday Wellness Watch Intermittent Fasting: Transformative Technique Get The Unhealthy Truth: One Mother's Shocking Investigation into the Dangers of America's Food Supply-- and What Every Family Can Do to Protect Itself Join theKeto Kamp Academy  WatchKeto Kamp on YouTube  *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. 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Conventional treatment for diabetes has been wrong for many years. Dr Benjamin Bikman explains the real cause of diabetes, and how to naturally reverse diabetes and insulin resistance through diet changes. RELATED VIDEOS: How to REVERSE INSULIN RESISTANCE (5 Easy Ways) https://youtu.be/CfG8rAyJ5vs What is The Cause of Insulin Resistance? Foods That Lower Insulin With Dr Benjamin Bikman: https://youtu.be/oJiuFDrdS6M Type 2 diabetes symptoms result in higher levels of glucose. Is the solution glucose reducing medications such as insulin? Dr Benjamin Bikman makes the case that medication for diabetes is not getting to the cause. The proper diabetes type 2 diet plan meals should include foods that do not spike glucose and insulin that much. This is why the keto diet and intermittent fasting can be a great way to overcome this lifestyle disease. Purchase Dr Benjamin Bikman's latest book Why We Get Sick: https://amzn.to/3foRBE9 Dr. Benjamin Bikman studies diabetes and obesity, and much of what he focuses on is a seemingly obscure condition called insulin resistance. But it's, in fact, not very obscure at all.  What is insulin resistance? Why did Dr. Benjamin Bikman devote his career to studying something like this? Well, insulin resistance is essentially two things. First of all, some cells in your body aren't responding very well to the hormone insulin. Second, you have more insulin than you did before, a condition called hyperinsulinemia. Dr. Bikman's research focus is to elucidate the molecular mechanisms that mediate the disruption that causes and accompanies metabolic disorders, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dementia. Driven by his academic training (Ph.D. in Bioenergetics and postdoctoral fellowship with the Duke-National University of Singapore in metabolic disorders), he is currently exploring the different roles of insulin and ketones as critical drivers of metabolic function. He frequently publishes his research in peer-reviewed journals and presents at international science meetings. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Today, I am grateful to have here with me a globally recognized expert in nutrition and intermittent fasting, highly sought-after speaker, and the CEO and founder of Everyday Wellness Project, Cynthia Thurlow. Cynthia has been a nurse practitioner for 20+ years, and is a two-time TEDx speaker. Her viral TEDx Talk: Intermittent Fasting: Transformative Technique has been viewed nearly 5.5 million times in less than 9 months. She has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW and in Medium and Entrepreneur. She's also the host of Everyday Wellness podcast, which was listed as "20 Podcasts That Will Help You Grow in 2020"  by Entrepreneur magazine. As an advocate for living a fulfilled, healthy and well- balanced lifestyle, Cynthia has committed her career to serving women in their thirties and beyond. She is countering the notion that "this is just how we age, now settle and accept it" and is leading the way for change. As part of that endeavor, Cynthia brings over 20 years of medical experience, combined with current and progressive nutritional perspectives/approaches to truly serve women frustrated with the status quo. Cynthia provides hope and customized programs that work. She selflessly and transparently shares her own personal experiences navigating hormonal imbalances, peri-menopause, and all of the symptoms that plague so many women. She authentically connects to her clients and tribe. Cynthia has been a guest on numerous podcasts including JJ Virgin's Reignite Wellness, Natalie Jill's Leveling Up, 365 Driven with Tony Whatley, Low Carb MD podcast with Drs. Tro and Lenzkes, and University of Adversity to name a few. Cynthia has been featured on Good Morning Washington, WJLA-ABC 14+ times, KTLA, Fox and speaks on intermittent fasting, hormonal health, fat loss, self-care, the power of whole food nutrition, carb cycling, adaptogenic herbs, digestive health and more. She has worked with thousands of individuals who desire to live their lives holistically, balanced, and fulfilled. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 Resources from this episode: Check out Cynthia Thurlow’s Website Follow Cynthia Thurlow Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Listen to Everyday Wellness Watch Intermittent Fasting: Transformative Technique Get The Unhealthy Truth: One Mother's Shocking Investigation into the Dangers of America's Food Supply-- and What Every Family Can Do to Protect Itself Join theKeto Kamp Academy  WatchKeto Kamp on YouTube  *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Dr Sandra Kaufmann reveals the reasons why we age at the cellular level, and the best bio hacks for reversing our age. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 // O V E R V I E W  Aging consists of seven categories of things that happen to your cells. No. 1: Changes to DNA, including epigenetic modification and telomere length. No. 2: Disruptions in energy production due to mitochondria failure. No. 3: Problems with metabolic pathways, especially the sirtuins, AMPK, and mTOR pathways. No 4: Quality control problems that affect DNA and protein repair. No. 5: Inflammatory issues due to a faulty immune system. No. 6: Not fulfilling the needs of specific cells. No. 7: Incomplete waste management. Boost the immune system with the following... Quercitin circumin, egcg, Zinc vitamin D What's the basis of the Kaufmann Protocol? For every anti-aging agent I've identified, I've created a numerical system that rates it on a 0 to 3 scale for each of the seven categories of cell aging in the order I've already listed. For example, resveratrol and its more bioavailable cousin, pterostilbene, hits every category, carrying a Kaufmann Rating score of 2.3.3.3.2.2 for a total of 15. Carnosine, a dipeptide, has a Kaufmann Rating of 0.3.0.0.0.0.3 for six points. There are also beneficial epigenetic modifiers, such as sulforaphane, resveratrol and curcumin. So you can affect your genes positively by eating good things. What are metabolic pathways and how do they influence aging? Moving on to mitochondria…why do you call these little power stations "a necessary evil?"  Fortunately, there are several things that can help the mitochondria out: astaxanthin, curcumin, quercetin, resveratrol or pterostilbene, and nicotinamide. When too many mitochondria are damaged, energy production drops, which affects all of the other categories and is why old people tend to feel tired a lot. You'll also learn the following... Astaxanthin and skin protection: https://amzn.to/34twM4a Adjuvants vs supplements Purchase The Kaufmann Protocol book here: https://amzn.to/2TrCxgD Dr Sandra Kaufmann's website: https://kaufmannprotocol.com/bio Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Evan Transue. Evan had a secret, and that secret was his mental health problems. Starting as young as five years old, Evan was experiencing full-blown panic attacks. His parents and family doctor were left with confusion about his symptoms, and as a result, these issues were unintentionally forgotten about. As time went on, his mental health issues progressed. Evan was embarrassed of what he was experiencing, so he did his best to hide his problems from friends and family (at least, whenever possible). The more he hid, the worse the problems got, and the worse the problems got, the more he tried to hide them. Eventually, Evan even used drugs and alcohol to try to cope with what he was dealing with. It was a bad cycle that he would not be able to maintain forever. During his senior year of high school, everything would change. While trying to stop abusing drugs on a daily basis, Evan "snapped" and got himself involved in an altercation that would result in him being arrested, kicked out of school, and spending his 18th birthday on house arrest. He still wouldn't admit it, but his actions made it clear to everyone around him that he was not doing well. The only person he was lying to was himself. A few months later, Evan would have what he calls his "aha" moment. This was the moment he gained a new perspective on his situation, realizing that if he never took the first initiative, things were never going to get better. ​Over the next several years following this decision, Evan would finally discover a resolution to his mental health issues (and his physical health issues, too)! He learned about how our modern lifestyles are greatly affecting our bodies and minds, and this is especially true for our youth. He would end up getting multiple certifications in functional and natural healthcare, and still expands on his education to this day. In this episode, Evan tells us about many different topics that affect mental health. We discuss nutrient changes to make right now, all the way to applying three key influences for your health: mindset, food, and light. In between, he explains how exercise and food sensitivities can also affect mental and overall health. Last, Evan explains what an autoimmune disease is and how those with autoimmune diseases can manage their health. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 [07:19] Nutrient Changes To Make Right Now To Impact Mental Health Evan realized in his journey that even though you aren't getting fat, it doesn't mean that you can just eat whatever you want. The first step Evan recommends is to make sure your diet has enough high-quality protein. Vitamins are also essential, but they are also specific to each person. So, taking a test to figure out what vitamins would be most beneficial to you would be best. Otherwise, a high-quality multivitamin and getting enough B & D vitamins are a great start to cover your bases.  [10:46] The Role Exercise And Movement Have In Mental Health Depression and mental illness are almost self-fulfilling prophecies. They get us to do things that worsen the depression. How do you think you're going to feel if you stop exercising and lay in bed all day? Probably not great. Well, depression encourages most people to do those exact things. Don't underestimate the fundamentals. Getting outside and moving your body, together or separately, has been found to make people feel better. Do what makes you feel better, whatever it is. [14:11] Assimilating Nutrients In The Gut Playing around with the gut when we don't know what is causing issues can be uncomfortable; it can provoke outcomes that you do not want. So, the best way to start working on your gut is to have testing done first to figure out the root of your issues. With that being said, the best test to get you started on your gut health journey is a GI map test. It uses PCR DNA testing to be able to find very specific issues. But, if testing is unavailable to you, the best way to start is to cut things out and see how the difference makes you feel. Cutting out gluten can make a huge difference, as well as taking a 60-90 day break from sugar and/or dairy. [20:27] Gut Issues? Symptoms Of A Food Sensitivity Something that makes food sensitivities so confusing is that sometimes it could take up to three days to start seeing the symptoms from a food sensitivity. One surprising symptom that may not happen with everyone is a subtle change in your heart rate 30 minutes to an hour after eating a food you are sensitive to. Another common symptom is skin issues. Food sensitivities can trigger problems like acne or even psoriasis. Headaches are also a considerable symptom that people experience when dealing with a food sensitivity. [23:37] How Does Being In Ketosis Impact Mental Health? Most people think that mental health issues are only caused by neurotransmitter imbalances. Many people have been helped by medications that lead to increased neurotransmitter production, so there is truth to that. However, Evan explains that inflammation is also a huge contributor. If the rest of your body is inflamed, it's safe to assume your brain is as well. We know that when you are in a true state of ketosis, your body will be so much less inflamed. Also, when your carbs are low, naturally, your sugars are going to be low. That will lessen the blood sugar provoked anxiety attacks or mood swings. [29:49] Applying Practical Influences: Mindset, Food, And Light If you are putting positive stuff into your brain all day and replaying it over and over, it seems practical that you're going to start getting better results. What you need to do, is make a conscious practice that every single day, I'm going to take the time, no matter how busy I am, or especially how pissed off I am, I'm going to get in that positive state. When it comes to food, you don't want to form a habit or an addiction, but some of your favorite foods that are still keto-friendly, like dark chocolate, release things that make us feel fantastic. Then, you can use that as a great food to feel a good amount of energy and still stay in keto. Lastly, light is essential for our circadian rhythm. Some things that are easy to do are to try to catch the sunrise and sunset and take breaks throughout the day to go outside and just get some light without glasses or contacts. [40:08] Can You Reverse An Autoimmune Disease? Individuals are all so different, and there are so many different autoimmune diseases that can affect people, but in general, autoimmunity is when your body's immune system is attacking itself. Evan believes that the best start when working with food and your autoimmune disease is to cut gluten. Our body sees gluten as a foreign invader and thinks that it needs to attack it. When it is doing this all day, every day, it can also start to attack foods that look similar to gluten, or worse, it can begin to attack organs like the thyroid and the brain. When it comes to whether or not it can be reversed, it probably depends on the disease and the person's situation. For Evan's autoimmune disease, Meniere's disease, eating low levels of salt dramatically impacts the effects seen from the disease. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Evan’s Website: https://www.evantransue.com/ FDNThrive: https://www.fdnthrive.com/ Follow Evan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evan_transue/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evan.transue Listen to Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Podcast: https://www.evantransue.com/podcast Get Evan’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Overcoming-Mental-Health-Challenges-Naturally/dp/B084DGWF5L/benazadi-20 Join the Keto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a Watch Keto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.  

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Dr. Michael Ryce. He is the founder and director of HeartLand, a self-healing center in the Ozark mountains. He is a world-renowned lecturer and teacher on health and healing, with doctorates in Naturopathic Medicine and in Holistic Philosophy. The focus of his studies has combined bodymind principles, physics, and ancient Aramaic studies into a unique body of pioneering work in the fields of self-healing, healing through relationships, anger and grief resolution, world peace, and the inner process of Forgiveness. His unique syntheses of information and tools is acclaimed, "a powerful blend of spiritual principles and intellectual clarity, guided by the heart!" His workshops explain, with profound simplicity, how the mind/body/emotion interaction affects health, every event in life, and impacts our relationships. In each self-contained workshop, effective tools are presented to assist in creating high-level wellness and eliminating upset, lack and conflict. His book, Why Is This Happening To Me . . . Again?!, is an international bestseller. Plus, Dr. John A. Lieurance joins for a FOURTH time! He is a Chiropractic Doctor, Registered Medical Assistant, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Expert, and has practiced in Sarasota for 24 years.   Dr. Lieurance has a gift for difficult cases where other practitioners have failed. With the successful integration of Functional Neurology, Chiropractic, Naturopathy, Nutrition using the Asyra, Detoxification Programs, and LumoMed inner ear therapy. His Musculoskeletal Ultrasound training includes over 100 hours through the Gulf Coast Ultrasound Institute, 60 hours through AAOM, 90 hours through AOAPRM, and 60 through TOBI. He has been an assistant instructor for hands on practicum for diagnosis using musculoskeletal ultrasound for the 3rd Annual Platelet Rich Plasma & Regenerative Medicine Symposium in Los Angeles, California in 2015, and was a speaker at the Florida Chiropractic Physicians Association (FCPA) in Orlando, Florida in 2016 on Clinical Applications of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. In this episode, Dr. Ryce dives deep into perspectives, energies, and life. He tells us about how life is love flowing through our cells and how forgiveness is essential to our beings. Dr. Ryce touches on the importance of breath in the work that people need to do to get healthy. We also get the scoop on his book, Why Is This Happening To Me… Again?! Last, Dr. Ryce talks about how hate can be a disease in our cells and shares how we must live by dying. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 [01:37] The Way You Are Viewing The World Through Perspective And Energy The first time you ever see a propeller moving, you might think that it was a disc versus something that is actually moving. It has to do with the way that you're viewing the world and your perspective. If you could adjust the rate of vibration in which your eye perceives someone or yourself in the mirror, you'd see a running mass of electrons, protons, neutrons, and light; you wouldn't see a body. When you realize this is an energy system through which you create, you start to realize that you create according to the content of this energy system. And this energy system that we call, or at least one aspect of it that we call a body-mind unit, is literally a multi-generational database that holds everything that's going on in our whole bloodline. There are energies that support this life force and energies that will destroy us. [12:45] The Definition of Life: Love Is Flowing Through Our Cells Life is love flowing through a cell. Anything we do to restrict that, physically, mentally, emotionally, is going to create disease processes. In the ancient Aramaic, where there was a disease process going on, there was a solution to that disease process, and the solution was forgiveness. Now, you'll notice that the Greeks have taught us that forgiveness is this thing that is really nice for me to do because of course, it's all your fault. That is a total fraud. Letting someone “off the hook” will not resolve your pain and trauma. [20:36] How Still Point Relieves Mental And Emotional Stress When people are in disturbance or upset, the first thing they do is shut down their breath. When you shut down your breath, you literally lock down the mind energy that's trying to surface that you don't want to look at, you don't want to deal with. We lock those untoward energies into our unconscious someplace we don't have access to, but they're still there. Life is going to come along and resonate those things and move them and create the drama and the trauma and the pain that we experience. So, the veil has to open, the barrier between the subconscious and the unconscious has to open. How do you open it? You open it with the breath. In that still point process, we opened and moved into a space of bringing love into a present active state. The still point is a place where the breath as opposed to being held spontaneously stops. That's when the veil is wide open. Then you can process whatever your vitality has the strength to process; you can move out of your structure and be done with it. [29:37] The Importance of Forgiveness On Your Journey Forgiveness has nothing to do with me "letting you off the hook" because there's disintegrative energy because, in the Aramaic sense, there's sin in me; there's something that doesn't belong there. It loads you up and creates all kinds of disease processes. You can get all kinds of medical help, which will support and prolong the life of the cell, but if you don't deal with the original offending energy that's in the cell, real health will not be available to you. If you don't have the brain cells for the truth of what's happening in your life, you're going to create a perceptual structure, and you think you see what's going on. But the truth is, you're not seeing anything at all. People must work to build these brain cells to be able to work through what is happening. [35:21] One Basic Principle Around Fasting And Spiritual Practices One basic principle around fasting is that the part of the mind where the ego is seated, where the false self, the self that’s based in errant power, is fed directly from the stomach. When you fast, it gets no nutrition, and it starts to collapse. This is where the wider state of being can open and come into expression.   [37:05] How To Get The Love To Flow With Our Breath All you have to do is breathe fully to start to open the gateway for that flood of love to come back. The still point process itself is one that when you engage in it and start moving things, it can be pretty intense, deeply profound. So it is something that Dr. Ryce only advises to be taught in person. You are meant to breathe fully, but if you've lived in dissociation, of shutting the breath down to dissociate from the content in your own mind, when you open the floodgates, everything in there starts to move. You go into what is called a healing crisis. This is where you've hit a new level of vitality; you get to start to process what needs to be processed. [39:53] Hate As A Disease And The Healing Process The opening words of The Book of John says, “In the beginning was the mind energy and the mind energy became flesh.” When we think a thought, it becomes a neuropeptide; the neuropeptide shows up in your structure, circulates around your structure until it finds a cell with a receptor site that matches, and it lands on that cell. It then inserts itself into the cell. When we realize that this is a process, then we see the neuropeptide of hatred as a disease process is in our cells. This means the healing process is going to look like having to deal with a lot of hate; it's going to be a reversal of the energy flow. As the hatred energy starts to come back out, the state is exactly the same. The symptoms for a disease process and a healing process are exactly the same. [51:31] How You Can Live By Dying If you go back to Yeshua, he says in order for you to live, you've got to die. There's you, the true being, the love that you are, that's designed to incarnate and live in this body. Then there's this false image of self that we fall into identification with; that's the self that has to die. It has to be taken apart. We've got generations of conversations about bodies and hate, fear and rage and all that, and it's all a lie. None of its true about who we are. When we wake up to the truth of who we are, then the work of dissolving who we are not begins. When people have a taste of that pure presence of love, it is so awesome.   AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Why Again: https://whyagain.org/index.php/en/ Call the radio show: 563-999-3581 Get the book Why Is This Happening To Me… Again?!: https://www.amazon.com/Why-this-happening-me-AGAIN/dp/B0029SAF4M/benazadi-20 Forgiveness: HeartLand Aramaic: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.whyagain.healingthewholewoman Follow Dr. Ryce YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC48kxGWOGCp3H85zCLCl5Kw  Here is the link to an awesome piece of work that a woman did in our Codependence to Interdependence /Communication Practicum recently. A powerful opening and healing of generational physical and emotion trauma...   Whyagain.org/index.php/en/multimedia/stories/ancestors   And some links on:  Healing Crises... three files to listen to... https://whyagain.org/images/Media/mp3vidppt/HealingCrisis_April222020_add.mp3  https://whyagain.org/images/Media/mp3vidppt/HealingCrisis_part3.mp3  https://whyagain.org/images/Media/mp3vidppt/ThoughtsBecomePhysical.mp3 Ultimate Cellular Reset: https://www.ultimatecellularreset.com/ Check out MitoZen: https://www.mitozen.com/ Follow Dr. Lieurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advancedsrq/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/docstemcell/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/awcsarasota YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CellularReset/videos Watch Anti-Aging Biohacking Routine with Keto Kamp & Dr John Lieurance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3p6EmP6VFO8 Listen to Dr John Lieurance | The Miracle of Melatonin, Upgrade Your Sleep & Prevent Cancer With Melatonin KKP: 185 Join the Keto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a Watch Keto Kamp on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ketokamp Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. 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Today, I am blessed to have here with me Dr. Bruce Lipton. He is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. Stem cell biologist, bestselling author of The Biology of Belief and recipient of the 2009 Goi Peace Award, he has been a guest speaker on hundreds of TV and radio shows, as well as keynote presenter for national and international conferences. Dr. Lipton has taken his award-winning medical school lectures to the public and is currently a sought-after keynote speaker and workshop presenter. He lectures to conventional and complementary medical professionals and lay audiences about leading-edge science and how it dovetails with mind-body medicine and spiritual principles. He has been heartened by anecdotal reports from hundreds of former audience members who have improved their spiritual, physical and mental wellbeing by applying the principles he discusses in his lectures. He is regarded as one of the leading voices of the new biology. In this episode, Dr. Bruce Lipton explains the basics of what stem cells are and why they are so important in gene expression research. Dr. Lipton also emphasizes the importance of understanding that our cell receptors can pick up energy vibrations and how our cells use that information to send signals to our brains! Last but not least, Dr. Lipton discusses how stress hormones are stealing energy from our bodies and how we can reprogram our minds to limit these stressors through the fundamentals of habit changing. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Wild Foods Superfoods. Receive 20% off your order by using the coupon code KETOKAMP at checkout over at https://www.wildfoods.co/ Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code BEN15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com [02:05] The Basics of Stem Cells & Signals From The Environment Many of the cells in our body are embryonic cells, meaning they can replace any piece that was just lost. They can become brain, skin, muscle, bone, whatever is needed. However, we can't call a cell in an adult human an embryonic cell. So we changed the name to the stem cell. The idea that the general population holds is that genes turn on and off and, in the process, control the expression of our cells. Lipton, however, found while cloning stem cells that taking genetically identical cells and putting them in different environments made the cells show an expression that fit that environment. This shows that the expression of cells is not controlled by genes but by signals from the environment. [16:54] How Energy Frequencies And Our Cell Receptors Intertwine Cell receptors are like antennas that receive signals. Conventional people would say that receptors only respond to physical things like pharmaceutical drugs. Lipton explains that these receptors actually pick up energy vibrations. Receptors pick up signals from the environment and adjust the body accordingly to live in that environment. [19:50] How Our Frequencies Communicate With DNA to Produce Proteins When we see something we love, our brain translates that into complementary chemistry. When we are in love, dopamine is released by the brain, goes into the blood, goes into the cells, and engages them in a pleasurable sensation. Oxytocin is also released when you are feeling love. It sends the signal to your brain to bond with whatever you are feeling love towards. These love hormones promote growth and vitality. Likewise, when we see something that scares us, chemicals are also released. But on the other hand, the chemicals released when we are scared do not promote growth; they instead use that energy to get the body ready to run away. [24:16] How Stress Hormones Steal From Your Body Stress hormones cause the body to shut down the energy used in growth and maintenance, the immune system, and the system's intelligence. The immune system uses a great deal of energy; however, when the body is introduced to stress hormones, it takes energy away from the immune system and gives that energy to get the body ready for stressful situations. When this system was designed, it was helpful because, if a tiger was chasing you, after 10 minutes and you used all of your energy and escaped, you could go back to growth and health again. In today's world, however, stress is involved in so many parts of our everyday lives that we are releasing stress hormones all day, and our body is not able to maintain itself. [33:08] Knowledge Is The Key To Reprogramming The Mind The lack of knowledge is the lack of power. Big pharmaceutical companies have systematically deprived people of knowledge. We must find a balance in this world where even if someone has a different opinion, it isn't censored out of the people’s view. [42:59] DNA Is A Blueprint And The Mind Is An Architect DNA can be thought of as a blueprint used to make the proteins that are the body's building blocks. This means that instead of the popular idea that genes can turn themselves on and off, they are actually just read or not read. Lipton shares that this is important because the reader of this blueprint is the brain and the mind. So as you change your perception of the world, you can change your genetic activity. As the DNA is the blueprint, the mind is the architect. Meaning that if something in the blueprint needs to be changed, it has the power to do so. This also allows it to adapt to its environment. [49:46] Reprogramming To The Side Of Abundance And Love vs. Fear The biggest problem of changing a program is to recognize that the program occurs in the subconscious. The subconscious is a habit mind, and it is not open to randomly changing a habit. It wants to hold onto that habit, and it will resist change as much as possible. There are two fundamental ways to change a habit. The first is that in the first seven years, your brain was in a state of theta, or hypnosis. Therefore, self-hypnosis is a way to change a habit. You can do this by putting earphones on at night before bed and playing a program of something you want. This works because the level of brain activity below consciousness is theta. So, the discussion is happening in your subconscious instead of your conscious brain. The second fundamental way to change a habit is practice. If you put something into practice with repetition, repetition, repetition, it will eventually become habitual. Last, there is a new form of psychology called energy psychology. Which offers what Dr. Lipton refers to it as "super learning." This new form of psychology could potentially be a huge step in changing our behaviors. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Dr. Lipton’s Website: https://www.brucelipton.com Follow Dr. Lipton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brucelipton/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BruceHLiptonPhD/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE7Tm5TVgy0q9hxfBRi1Q Twitter: https://twitter.com/biologyofbelief Get Dr. Lipton’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Bruce-H-Lipton/e/B001JS3MUC?/benazadi-20 Join the Keto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a Watch Keto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. 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Today, I am blessed to have here with me for a THIRD time, a Family Physician, Speaker, and Author, Ken D Berry, MD. Dr. Berry was born in Linden, Tennessee, and grew up in the very small Southern town of Hohenwald, Tennessee. He received a Bachelor of Science degree, with honors, in Animal Biology and Psychology, from Middle Tennessee State University, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, in 1996. He received his MD from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, in Memphis, Tennessee, in 2000. Dr. Berry has been practicing Family Medicine in rural Tennessee for over a decade. He is board-certified in Family Medicine, and has been awarded the degree of Fellow, by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Having seen over 20,000 patients during his career of all ages, he is uniquely qualified to write on both acute and chronic diseases. More and more, Dr. Berry has focused on the chronic diseases caused by the Standard American Diet and Lifestyle, and has made it his mission to turn the tide on the epidemic of Type 2 Diabetes, chronic inflammation, and dementia. Dr. Berry has four children, 3 dogs, 2 cats and 7 peacocks. He, and his beautiful wife Neisha, live on their farm in Holladay, TN. In this episode, Dr. Berry dives into the causes of chronic, inappropriate inflammation. He tells us about the difference between acute inflammation and chronic inflammation, why dairy can be the root of your inflammation issues, and he even shares another inflammatory food that might surprise you! Dr. Berry also goes into the carnivore diet and what lab markers are important for inflammation. Lastly, Dr. Berry answers questions from the Keto Kamp listeners and tells us about his upcoming projects! Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com [03:06] Defining Inflammation: Acute Inflammation Vs. Chronic Inflammation First off, there are good and useful inflammations. Acute inflammation is where you get injured from a sprained ankle, for example, the swelling there is good; it's the first step in healing. Acute inflammation is not what we are talking about today. The enemy; is chronic, inappropriate inflammation. This inflammation is almost always caused by something in your environment getting into your body. It can be caused by something you eat, drink, or chemicals and toxins that you are exposed to in your environment. This leads to chronic inflammation in your body while it is trying to cope with the everyday insult of the toxins. [09:50] Metabolic Health: Inflammation, Obesity, And The Concerns Around Dairy Products Up until about year five, children drink milk regularly and are able to process it well. However, around the age of five, our biochemical machinery starts to shut off the ability to break down lactose. In fact, at least two-thirds of adults are lactose intolerant. This means for most adults, the bovine proteins and amino acids in dairy are inflammatory. As for cheese, some are better than others when it comes to inflammation. Berry explains that the further the cheese has been removed from liquid milk, the less inflammatory in most cases. For example, hard cheeses like parmesan have been fermented for a long time and will cause the least amount of inflammation. A dairy-free month is great to determine if your issues, such as chronic inflammation, gut issues, and trouble losing weight, come from your intake of dairy products. [18:30] Shocking! Another Inflammatory Food That May Surprise You A food that many people think is healthy, but is surprisingly inflammatory, is nuts. Even though nuts are looked at as a healthy snack, they are actually very carb-heavy and can slow down your weight loss. Cutting nuts out of your diet may seem restrictive, but not meeting your goals and being able to do whatever you want to in a day physically is really what is restrictive. A good way to eat nuts is occasionally, not every day. Eating them occasionally is probably fine because it mirrors our ancestors' behavior. [23:23] Why The Carnivore Diet Is Beneficial For Reducing Inflammation The carnivore diet, by definition, is the lowest carbohydrate diet you can eat. It is as close to zero carb as you can get. It also eliminates all the other foods that people could potentially be allergic to, such as the proteins in dairy or the phytochemicals in plants. Berry believes that meat and eggs are the least inflammatory foods on the planet, not including water. Meat is also the most nutrient-dense food on the planet, especially if you add organ meat to your diet.   [31:28] Essential Lab Markers To Get When Assessing Your Inflammation For inflammation, good markers to get are CRP, whether it's high sensitivity or cardiac, sed rate and ESR are great. Another is homocysteine, as well as the ferritin level. Many people think ferritin is just a marker of iron deficiency, but it is way more than that. If a patient is over 35, these are all lab markers that should be checked to tell the doctor so much about their metabolic health. Without these labs, someone could be walking around with pre-diabetes, undiagnosed hyperinsulinemia, hypertriglyceridemia, etc. This is crucial information to determine their metabolic health. [36:48] Are Statins Always Necessary When Cholesterol is Elevated? If a patient has good levels otherwise, has never had a heart attack, and has a CAC score less than 1000, there is no research showing that they would benefit from taking a statin. If the patient has had a heart attack in the past or has a CAC above 1000, they may benefit from a low dose. Elevated cholesterol can become “background noise” or not a sense of concern if you have transformed your health overall. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Dr. Berry’s Website: https://www.kendberrymd.com/ Follow Dr. Berry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendberry.md/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KenDBerry Twitter: https://twitter.com/kendberrymd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kendberry.md Watch Dr. Ken Berry | Lies My Doctor Told Me, Diabetes and the Keto Diet, Thinking Outside The Medical Box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDICwv7Wl-k Get Dr. Berry’s Books: https://www.kendberrymd.com/books Join Dr. Berry’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kendberrymd Join the Keto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a Watch Keto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. 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Avoid these foods if you want a long healthy life, avoid these foods to lose weight and increase your energy. These diet mistakes me you fat, these foods cause inflammation, these foods cause cancer inside of the body, and more. 📖 Free Keto Kamp Blueprint Guide: http://www.ketokampblueprint.com​ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com Related Video: 5 Easy Ways to Lose Weight: https://youtu.be/QGFEzcn8eQQ​ // T I M E S T A M P S 00:00​ Introduction 01:28​ The first food to never eat again: grains. This includes whole wheat bread. Is wheat bread good for you? No. A study published in Wheat Belly by Dr William Davis showed two slices of wheat bread spiked glucose in the blood as much as a 12 ounce can of soda or snickers bar. 03:24​ The second diet mistake that is making you fat. Eating farmed seafood instead of wild caught seafood. Consuming wheat bread is one of the biggest diet mistakes for losing weight. Farmed fish contains high amounts of PCB's. When you consume this, it increases inflammation and cancer risk. PCB's are a known carcinogen. This is why farmed fish are foods that cause cancer, especially when you consume it in excess. 04:30​ These foods cause inflammation (Food Number 3): Corn & Soy. They are typically GMO and loaded with pesticides and herbicides. Not good. Soy can also be estrogenic which is why it's one of the foods that cause inflammation. 05:30​ This is probably the worst food on the list... vegetable oils! Vegetable oils such as canola oil, soybean oil, grape-seed oil and the others listed in this video cause belly fat and disease through inflammation. Some studies suggest these foods can cause inflammation around your cells for 6-12 months! The best foods to eat to lose weight instead of these bad fats, are healthy fats such as coconut oil, olive oil, grass fed butter/ghee, avocado oil and the other healthy foods listed in the video. These foods are the best meal plan to lose fat faster. 10:00​ Are artificial sweeteners bad for you? You decide! Several studies suggest artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and sucralose cause inflammation in the digestive tract, leading to weight loss resistance. Sucralose studies: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10882...​ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...​ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24944...​ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15111...​ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...​ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...​ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...​ 12:00​ Your thoughts are like food. What you feed yourself can manifest in disease or create health. 13:50​ This is how fearful, hateful, stressful thoughts causes disease in the body. *Some Links Are Affiliates* 📖 Free Keto Kamp Blueprint Guide: http://www.ketokampblueprint.com​ This is the best meal plan for weight loss. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.  

Today, I am blessed to have here with me for a THIRD time Dr. Benjamin Bikman. He is a biomedical scientist, professor, and expert on insulin resistance. Dr. Benjamin Bikman studies diabetes and obesity, and much of what he focuses on is a seemingly obscure condition called insulin resistance. But it's, in fact, not very obscure at all.  What is insulin resistance? Why did Dr. Benjamin Bikman devote his career to studying something like this? Well, insulin resistance is essentially two things. First of all, some cells in your body aren't responding very well to the hormone insulin. Second, you have more insulin than you did before, a condition called hyperinsulinemia. Dr. Bikman's research focus is to elucidate the molecular mechanisms that mediate the disruption that causes and accompanies metabolic disorders, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dementia. Driven by his academic training (Ph.D. in Bioenergetics and postdoctoral fellowship with the Duke-National University of Singapore in metabolic disorders), he is currently exploring the different roles of insulin and ketones as critical drivers of metabolic function. He frequently publishes his research in peer-reviewed journals and presents at international science meetings. In this episode, Dr. Bikman starts by telling us about his journey with social media. In this, he explains his thoughts on why people are so addicted to hatred. He then describes his new manuscript about the differences in the hippocampus of Alzheimer's brains vs. control brains. Next, he discusses sphingolipids, different types of fat growth, and the importance of our humble kidneys! Dr. Bikman finishes up by discussing if people perish purely from diabetes and the link between salt and insulin sensitivity. Pre Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com​ [09:03] Are You Addicted To Hate? Most Humans Struggle With This There are chemical mediators to the emotions that we associate with hate. As much as we want to say we hated something in the heat of the moment, the feeling is somewhat satisfying. It is like we've just sunk our teeth in, and we've made the kill. There's almost an animalistic instinct, a satisfaction that comes from letting someone know what you think of them and expressing your anger, hatred, or frustration at them. That is an addictive state. [16:00] Differences In the Hippocampus of Alzheimer's Brains vs. Control Brains Bikman explains that in a new study, they were able to obtain samples of the hippocampus from donors who had passed away both with and without Alzheimer's disease. The hippocampus is the learning memory center of the human brain. When comparing the control brains and the Alzheimer's brains, they found a profound reduction in almost every gene involved in glucose metabolism in the Alzheimer's brains. However, when looking at ketone metabolism, both the control and the Alzheimer's brains looked totally normal. This is a massive step in Alzheimer's research because it shows that it is not a plaque disorder as people believe; it is a metabolic disorder.  [19:20] The Effect of Sphingolipids In The Brain – A Mystery Solved There is a class of fats in our cells called sphingolipids. They were named after the mysterious sphynx because we didn't know what they did for so long. However, now we know sphingolipids are doing two things. The first is causing the hippocampus to become insulin resistant. Which in turn results in the reduction in glucose-related genes being expressed. The second is sphingolipids directly alter the function of mitochondria. Mitochondria produce most of the cell's energy, so if they can't function well, neither can the cell. [26:34] Hypertrophy vs. Hyperplasia Fat Growth Fat tissue, what we pinch and jiggle, grows in two different ways. Hypertrophy is where the number of fat cells is set, but each fat cell itself gets bigger. That is a finite growth because once the fat cell has reached the maximum dimension, the fat tissue stops growing. An alternative mechanism of growth is hyperplasia, where the fat cell gets a little big, and then we make another fat cell and then make another fat cell, and it continues. Hyperplasia is essentially limitless fat growth. However, that's actually a healthier way to get fat. If you can grow fat cells through hyperplasia, they stay very insulin sensitive, and the body stays insulin sensitive. [34:00] The Humble Kidney: It’s A Tissue That’s In High Demand! Bikman was surprised in his research at how high the metabolic demand is in the kidney. In fact, he says he's never seen a tissue with such high demand as the kidney. Compared to the heart, which is known to have high metabolic demand, the kidney blew through oxygen much faster! People look at the humble kidney and think that it is just filtering blood, when in fact, it is doing much more. Of course, it also regulates the hormones responding to insulin. But even further, it is actually what sends the signal when the body is getting low on oxygen. [37:58] Three Ways We Can Support Our Kidneys One of the most important ways to keep our kidneys healthy is to stay hydrated. Second, Dr. Bikman emphasizes the importance of learning to breathe better to increase blood flow through the body. One way to do this is by using strategic vasodilation with brief breath holds from time to time, especially while moving. Last, keeping your insulin low is also important for kidney health. If insulin is high, then insulin is forcing aldosterone to be high. Then aldosterone tells the kidneys to hold onto all this stuff that we don't want to hold onto. [42:59] Has Anybody Ever Died From Type Two Diabetes? Diabetes is considered the seventh leading cause of death. Type two diabetes is overwhelmingly the most common form of diabetes. For someone to die of purely type two diabetes, the one thing that might kill someone is a non-ketotic coma. This occurs when their glucose levels are so massively high that they become hypovolemic. This means their blood pressure would be so low that they cannot pump blood to their brain. This can cause them to lose consciousness and potentially die. However, this is extremely uncommon. What usually kills people with diabetes is other health issues accelerated by diabetes, such as heart disease or cancers. [47:18] The Effect Of Salt On Insulin Sensitivity May Surprise You The obvious way salt and insulin sensitivity are related is that when insulin is up, it pushes aldosterone to be up, which forces the kidney to hold onto more salt and water. More water means higher blood volume, which in turn means higher pressure, leading to hypertension. However, if you restrict salt, the body becomes determined to hold onto any salt that it can. This makes the body insulin resistant. The body makes itself insulin resistant in this scenario because it will raise insulin, which will raise aldosterone, making the body retain salt. So, when you think about today's often dietary advice to cut salt, they are really creating this vicious cycle by exacerbating the insulin resistance. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out the Bikman Lab: http://bikmanlab.byu.edu/ Visit Insulin IQ: https://www.insuliniq.com/ Check out Hlth Code: https://gethlth.com/ Connect with Dr. Benjamin Bikman: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insuliniq/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/benbikmanphd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCblbxPFG0XAsQA2LwzT6xDQ/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benbikmanphd Untangling Alzheimer’s Connection To Insulin Resistance: https://www.sciencefriday.com/segments/alzheimers-insulin/ Watch Dr. Benjamin Bikman | Foods That Help Lower Insulin & Reverse Diabetes | Cortisol Effects on The Body: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msa9NsDZNI0 Dr Benjamin Bikman | Foods That Help Lower Insulin & Reverse Diabetes | Cortisol Effects on The Body: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msa9NsDZNI0 Why We Get Sick: The Hidden Epidemic at the Root of Most Chronic Disease―and How to Fight It: https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Get-Sick-Disease_and/dp/194883698X/benazadi-20 Pre Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com 💻 Free 7 Day Keto Kickstart Challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com​ -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. 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