The Made to Thrive Show

Where Media Meets Biohacking—with the Lolli FamilyJoin Anthony and Tereza Lolli, along with their children, on a family-driven mission to explore health, fitness, and biohacking in the most immersive way possible—by living it. From Anthony’s incredible 150-pound weight-loss journey to Tereza’s pioneering work in wellness documentaries, the Lollis aim to educate and entertain by sharing real experiences and accessible insights that make a healthier life possible for everyone.Anthony Lolli, CEO of Lollibrands, is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and award-winning filmmaker. After building one of the fastest-growing real estate franchises and licensing over 45,000 students through his real estate school, Anthony turned his attention inward—transforming his body, mind, and life. His dramatic health journey is captured in the documentary From Fat Lolli to 6 Pack Lolli.TereZa Hakobyan-Lolli is an award-winning producer, actress, and founder of Biohack Yourself +. An immigrant from Armenia, TereZa leads a health movement that simplifies longevity and biohacking for the everyday person. Her acclaimed documentaries Biohack Yourself and sHEALed feature over 200 global wellness experts and continue to shape the conversation around sustainable health and medicine 4.0.In this podcast, you’ll discover:How the Lolli family embraces wellness as a shared lifestyleThe 3 mindset rules that can transform your lifeWhat truly drove Anthony’s transformation journeyWhy entrepreneurs and high-performers must be coachable to reclaim their healthThe mission behind BiohackYourself.com and what’s next for the Lollis in wellness mediaHealth is not out of reach—and the Lollis are living proof.Contact: Instagram: @terezalolliInstagram: @anthonylolliWebsite: www.lollibrands.comWebsite: www.biohackyourself.com Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

It’s time to put a ring on it. And I mean an erectile fitness ring. I had never even considered the importance of my erection data until having this fascinating conversation with Dr Elliot Justin. Because it’s about much more than sexual health and performance. Erection data and rings is about your cardiovascular health, and how likely you are to have a heart attack within the next two years. Dr Justin predicts erection data will become the standard of care for cardiovascular health in just a matter of years.Start collecting your erection data and improve your cardiovascular and sexual health with a 15% DISCOUNT of any FirmTech orders using my code stevestavs15.https://myfirmtech.comDr. Elliot Justin, MD, FACEP, is the CEO and founder of FirmTech, the world’s first sex tech company focused on enhancing men’s erectile and cardiovascular health. He developed the Tech Ring and Performance Ring, innovative tools designed to optimize erectile fitness and prevent or potentially reverse erectile dysfunction (ED). With a background in Emergency Medicine and as a healthcare technology consultant, Dr. Justin has a proven track record as a serial entrepreneur, having founded Pegasus Emergency Group and Swift MD.  FirmTech's upcoming expansion will include similar innovations for women’s health.Join us as we explore:The erection masterclass - why erections are about neuromodulation, the healthy number of nocturnal erections, what is actually at the core of “erectile disappointment”, firmness and why the penis is the canary in the cardiovascular disease coal mine.Why nocturnal erections will become the standard of care for cardiovascular health Why the majority of men are dealing with erectile disappointment, not dysfunctionHow a ring provides the opportunity to manage ED and take back your sexual health and confidence without medication.Why FirmTech is developing a clitoral ring for women, and how a mechanical solution to sexual health and pleasure is as effective and less harmful than chronic medication.Normalizing the use of sexual enhancement technology and tools for men.Contact: Website: https://myfirmtech.comInstagram: @doctorelliotjustinFacebook: www.facebook.com/DoctorElliotJustinMentions: Research - Firmtech, https://myfirmtech.com/pages/scienceSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Amazing, miraculous things are happening with stem cells. But where? Unfortunately, the big players in healthcare are making it as hard as possible for these revolutionary medicines to the general public. Whether curing decades long auto-immune conditions like MS or ulcerative colitis, reversing the damage from strokes and putting arthritis into remission, stem cells are doing it right now. That’s why Josh Ketner setup shop in Mexico, and is seeing patients from all over the world and changing their lives with just one stem cell session.Josh Ketner is the founder and a leading expert at Dreambody Clinic, specializing in regenerative medicine and holistic health. With a passion for helping individuals achieve their full potential through natural healing methods, Josh focuses on advanced treatments that promote long-term wellness and vitality. Drawing from his deep knowledge in biomolecular medicine, he combines cutting-edge techniques with personalized care to address chronic conditions, pain management, and overall well-being. Join us as we explore:Everything stems cells and stem cell therapies - what are mesenchyme stem cells, why it is a misconception that they magically become any type of cell and the paracrine effect.Treating cognitive decline, strokes and brain injuries by injecting 2 ml of mesenchyme stem cells into the base of the spine (intrathecal)!The clinical success Josh sees with IV mesenchyme stem cells, including reversing biological age and putting autoimmune and gut disorders into remission with one IV bag!Why the notion that using your own stem cell is the best approach is not right. The value of saving the umbilical cord and placenta for future use, but why it’s not actually for the stem cells.Why the stem cell injury is being stifled by Big Pharma  by How to work with Josh and the Dreambody ClinicContact: Website: https://dreambody.clinicMentions: Person - Dr Arnold Caplan, https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jor.1100090504Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

What does it mean to be free? It’s a question that’s puzzled philosophers for millennia. But what does it mean to be metabolically free? If you’ve ever felt hangry, crashed after a meal, or dealt with type 2 diabetes, you’ve experienced the opposite — metabolic imprisonment.My guest today, Ben Azadi, knows this firsthand. In 2008, Ben was obese and unhealthy, struggling to find answers. After shedding 80 pounds and turning his health around, he dedicated his life to helping others do the same. Today, he’s a functional health expert, bestselling author, and the founder of Keto Kamp, a global brand empowering people to use ancient healing tools like fasting and the ketogenic lifestyle. His new book, Metabolic Freedom: A 30-Day Guide to Restore Your Metabolism, Heal Hormones & Burn Fat, lays out the blueprint to reclaim your health.In this episode, we dive into:What metabolism really is — and why “slow” or “fast” metabolism may be a mythA groundbreaking study that disproves the idea that metabolism slows with ageWhy fasting insulin is a better marker of health than weight or glucose aloneThe surprising power of “Vitamin G” — gratitude — on your metabolic functionBen’s top daily habits and biohacks to supercharge your metabolismBen’s approach is all about education over medication — empowering you to take control, rather than outsourcing your health. Ben has also made a personal impact on a member of my family.Links:📘 Metabolic Freedom Book: https://tinyurl.com/metabolic-freedom🌐 Website: www.benazadi.com📱 Instagram: @thebenazadiMentions:Study - Pontzer H, et al,. Daily energy expenditure through the human life course. Science. 2021 Aug 13;373(6556):808-812. doi: 10.1126/science.abe5017. PMID: 34385400; PMCID: PMC8370708. Study - Kobayashi LC, Hagan KA, Trudel-Fitzgerald C, et al.Gratitude and Mortality Among Older US Female Nurses.JAMA Psychiatry. Published online July 3, 2024. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2024.1610Study - Picard M, Prather AA, Puterman E, Cuillerier A, Coccia M, Aschbacher K, Burelle Y, Epel ES. A Mitochondrial Health Index Sensitive to Mood and Caregiving Stress. Biol Psychiatry. 2018 Jul 1;84(1):9-17. doi: 10.1016/j.biopsych.2018.01.012. Epub 2018 Feb 3. PMID: 29525040; PMCID: PMC6014908.Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Dr. Sean O'Mara, a medical doctor and attorney specializing in performance optimization, unpacks the dangers of visceral fat and its impact on heart health. He discusses how unhealthy fat can be linked to physical appearance and emphasizes the importance of monitoring these levels. The conversation also covers lifestyle choices affecting heart health, the deceptive nature of appearances, and the critical role of DEXA scans in assessment. With innovative strategies for reducing visceral fat, Dr. O'Mara advocates for a proactive approach to health and well-being.

It’s painful seeing so much sickness and ill-health. And one of the big reasons for so much sickness is the pain so many people’s guts are in. IBS, Chron’s disease and ulcerative colitis are becoming more common for more people, and tragically as young as 6 months old. This episode is a true gut health masterclass , with someone who really knows his gut stuff and is having real clinical success with real people, Josh Dech.Josh Dech is a Holistic Nutritionist and IBD specialist who believes that doctors often miss the mark by simply prescribing medication that masks symptoms. He advocates for functional medicine, focusing on addressing the root causes of health issues rather than just treating the symptoms. With his Gut 911 approach, Josh aims to heal the gut, rebuild the microbiome, and restore freedom to his clients’ lives by addressing the underlying causes of digestive diseases like Crohn’s and Colitis. His success in reversing these conditions led him to partner with medical clinics across the country, and he now shares his expertise as a medical lecturer for the Priority Health Academy, teaching doctors to implement his approach. Josh’s extensive background includes being a Physician’s Consultant for IBD and IBS, a former paramedic, and the Scientific Strategist and Education Director for the Root Cause For Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.Join us as we explore:What is at the root of the continuous rise of gut imbalance conditions like Chron’s and colitis, and why the North American population has over 50% of the GLOBAL cases of serious gut disease.How it’s possible to cure - YES CURE - the most serious of gut imbalance in just 16 weeks by following Josh’s Gut 911 approach.The three reasons you get gut disease, the three ways to treat, reverse and cure them and the specific detox protocols and tools Josh finds success with.How detoxing as principle is woefully misunderstood, leading to worse symptoms and outcomes.The difference between IBD and IBS, and why Josh doesn’t believe a specific diagnosis between IBD, IBS, Chron’s or colitis is critical to treating, reversing and curing it.Why your gut health is about a lot more than what you eat.Contact:Website: https://gutsolution.ca/aboutInstagram: @joshdech.healthSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Guests don’t get as accomplished and credentials as Dr Robert Lufkin, a physician and medical school professor of the highest calibre with over 200 peer-reviewed scientific papers. And then he wrote a book about the lies he HIMSELF was teaching in medical school. I believe this is one of the most important books I have ever read, and that Dr Lufkin himself is one of the greatest health heroes speaking truth despite the personal consequences. That’s why it was a true privilege to have him on the show and unpack the lies he was telling at medical school. Robert Lufkin, MD is a physician and medical school professor at both UCLA and USC. New York Times bestselling author dedicated to helping people reclaim their metabolic health through lifestyle and other evidence-based tools. A frequent guest on the Today Show, USA Today, FOX, and other major news outlets, his weekly video podcast reaches over 500,000 viewers. After reversing his own chronic disease, Dr. Lufkin has made it his mission to empower others to do the same. His latest book, Lies I Taught in Medical School, quickly became a New York Times bestseller and has reshaped the public conversation around metabolic health and longevity. In addition to his clinical work, he has authored over 200 peer-reviewed scientific papers and 14 books, published in fourteen languages.Join us as we explore:Why western or allopathic medicine is losing the battle against obesity, diabetes, strokes, heart attacks, cancer, Alzheimer’s and mental illnessWhy being diagnosed with four of the main chronic diseases and then reversing them with a few simple lifestyle changes left Dr Lufkin understanding he was “trusting the science that couldn’t be trusted” and that he was teaching lies as a medical school professor.Which lie Dr Lufkin believes is the most egregious and harmful still being told by the official medical institutions.Why going to your doctor is not the person who is going to make you healthy, but AI could be.The debate around lipid health and markers like apolipoB.Why despite writing a book about the abundance of untruths in medicine Dr Lufkin is more optimistic about the future than he’s ever been.Contact:Website: https://www.robertlufkinmd.comMention:Quote - “Gentlemen, I have a confession to make. Half of what we have taught you is in error, and furthermore we cannot tell you which half it is. Be calm and strong and patient. Meet failure and disappointment with courage”, Sir William Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

In this engaging talk, Dr. Brandon Crawford, a functional neurologist specializing in childhood neurodevelopment and photobiomodulation, shares groundbreaking insights about the power of light in health. He discusses his unique therapy laser, 'laser focus,' and its transformative effects on mental health and cognitive performance. Listeners will learn about heart rate variability, the role of different light wavelengths in enhancing organ health and overall well-being, and the fascinating therapeutic potential of lasers for conditions like ADHD and anxiety.

In this engaging discussion, Dave Feldman, a senior software engineer and entrepreneur passionate about cholesterol research, questions conventional wisdom about cholesterol's role in heart health. He introduces the revolutionary idea that cholesterol may function as an energy adaptogen. The conversation playfully explores how eating Oreos can lower LDL as effectively as statins. Feldman also highlights the importance of understanding ApoB, the lean mass hyper responder phenomenon, and innovative health assessments for better cardiovascular health.

Dr Patrick Porter is on a mission to better a billion brains, and he’s definitely bettered a few thousand brains with me here in Africa. BrainTap is a game-changing mental performance tool, and yet people tell me every week they don’t have time for it. It breaks my heart, because people do not understand the power they are refusing to even try. In today’s show Dr Porter shares some incredible insights on how best to utilize BrainTap, amazing new research statistics and why his latest discovery Neuralcheck is going to revolutionize mental performance.Dr. Patrick Porter is the esteemed Founder & CEO of BrainTap, driven by a profound dedication to unraveling the complexities of the brain and leveraging neuroplasticity to enhance lives worldwide. Recognizing the limited accessibility of such life-altering technology to practitioners, Dr. Porter embarked on a mission to democratize its availability. Today, he proudly shares groundbreaking scientific advancements with a global audience through BrainTap, aiming to catalyze positive change on a significant scale. With over 40 annual appearances, Dr. Porter integrates daily routines that include Wake-Up, Afternoon Reboot, and Go-to-Sleep sessions. Dr. Porter finds immense fulfillment in witnessing the profound enhancements in brain function among BrainTap users. His vision drives the team at BrainTap to continually strive towards making a lasting, positive impact on the world—one brain at a time.Join us as we explore:How to get more people to sit down and do a BrainTap, and what Dr Porter tells people when they say they don’t have time.Dr Porter’s morning BrainTap recommendation for a better day of brain performance, the importance of the headset and why you shouldn’t listen to the same session for 72 hours.How to get 23% more production after 2 pm with a “brain break”, and other incredible stats from BrainTap’s research.Why the brain is inherently lazy, and what that means we have to do to overcome the survival mindset.NeuralChek why it has become central to BrainTap’s impact and future and what two drinks do to the “color” (and performance) of your brain!BrainTap, your kids and your grandkids.Mention:Study - 2 pm brain break, https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8uutgexVdl/Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/