Abel James Show

Can you improve your longevity, health and overall well being just through lifestyle factors alone? Or are we doomed to the fate brought on by our family history and genetics? To help us find out, today we’re here with Dr. Steven Gundry, a bestselling author and former cardiac surgeon who put himself out of business, and is now known as—I love this—the “No More Mr. Knife Guy.” In 2002, Dr. Gundry founded The Center for Restorative Medicine based in Palm Springs, CA where he teaches patients how to live healthier lives through diet and lifestyle choices with the ultimate vision of helping people avoid the kinds of surgeries he performed for over three decades. On today’s show, we’re chatting about: How to improve longevity with a few simple tweaks Elimination diets, like the Drinking Man's Diet, and why they work The importance of vitamin D What's the deal with peanuts and cashews How physicians can be detectives The benefits of snake oil (really) And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-steven-gundry-longevity-elimination-diets-the-benefits-of-snake-oil Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? Returning to the show is a man who routinely skips breakfast… and often skips lunch, too. Mr. Mark Sisson is a rebel who takes great satisfaction in beating the tar out of conventional wisdom. He's one of the veterans, of course, of the Paleo, Primal and Ancestral Health Movement. I very much doubt that we'd be where we are today without his intelligence, dedication and passion for helping others improve their lives.  Mark is a former running and triathlon phenom, bestselling author of The Primal Blueprint, founder of Mark’s Daily Apple, and a bone fide cool dude. He's been very supportive of some of our artistic projects over the years  (I even played music at some of his conferences). On today’s show, he’s joining me to chat about: Why metabolic flexibility is like a Swiss army knife How to use bacon as a gateway drug into eating real food Dirty keto and what to look out for How to get off the hunger treadmill and become a fat-burning machine And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/mark-sisson-metabolic-flexibility-dirty-keto-bacon-as-a-gateway-condiment/ Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Do sugar substitutes mess with your brain and taste buds? If you’ve ever messed with high-octane sweeteners like stevia or monkfruit, you know the sensation of hyper-intense sweetness on your tongue. Even worse with monstrosities like Sucralose. Research indicates that overstimulation of your sugar receptors may actually change the foods you crave. What do we do about it? To help us navigate the thorny world of home cookery and health, we’re here with Anna Vocino, a voice over talent and stand up comic who writes cookbooks and co-hosts the “Fitness Confidential” podcast. She has voiced hundreds of commercials, cartoons, movies, promos, radio stations, and video games, which is a super cool day job to support her passion of food blogging and cookbook authoring. And today she’s on the show chatting with me about: Why natural and artificial sweeteners are a double-edged sword How to ditch Dirty Keto and train your tastebuds Why we should try different elimination diets Learning how to fast after healing from an eating disorder Why comedy is healing And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/anna-vocino-eat-happy-with-low-carb-comfort-foods-why-comedy-is-healing Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Are you using the most of your brain’s energy? If you’re feeling burned out, scattered brained, or befuddled, this is definitely the show for you. Here with us today is Dr. Andrew Hill, one of the leading neurofeedback practitioners in the country. Dr. Hill holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience from UCLA’s Department of Psychology where he continues to do research on attention and cognition. On today’s show, we’re chatting about: What to do about our befuddled brains Why social media is the opposite of neurofeedback How to keep a healthy brain as you age Wacky advancements in brain tech And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-andrew-hill-neurofeedback-brain-tech-what-to-do-about-social-media Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

When was the last time you took a family road trip? Especially one that was just for fun? Unfortunately, the family road trip seems to be somewhat of a dying art. After living a life on the road, I can tell you that getting out of the city— away from all of that crazy brain zapping city energy that we're assaulted with, all the marketing and the billboards—and into the wilderness can be an amazing reset for your body, your mind, and your spirit. Our brain is not used to it, our bodies aren't used to it. In ancestral terms, this is all completely unprecedented. More than ever, it's time to take a break. Take that risk and go out somewhere  remote. Get away from those city centers, because we all know that it's a mess out there. Today we're here with Chris and Holly Santillo, who are a great example of doing something that violates common sense perhaps, but also is a great example of courage and getting away from the norms, and embracing a life of opportunity, adventure and education, especially with their young ones. Right now, they’re actually traveling the country and the world as nomads with their 3 kids. Together they have been working with and educating children for over 35 years. They co-authored the book Resilience Parenting, and founded and instruct at Potomac Kempo, a chain of martial arts studio based in Virginia. And today they’re joining me on the show to chat about: How to raise children that are strong, adaptable, and have the ability to recover from setbacks How to eat and train on the road How to turn mistakes into learning opportunities The power of teaching integrity through story And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/chris-holly-santillo-raising-strong-adaptable-resilient-children Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Do prescription meds cause more problems than they solve? Watch any one of the incessant commercials from pharmaceutical companies in the U.S., and the laundry list of side effects is horrifying. Joining me on the show today is Niraj Naik, a former pharmacist who has a lot to say on the subject. With a history of working long hours, as a community pharmacist across the pond, Niraj witnessed first hand many clients going home with bags full of drugs each month, rarely getting better, and usually going on to suffer from other diseases. Niraj left the pharmacy behind and is now known as The Renegade Pharmacist, helping others heal using natural treatments like Ayurvedic practices, dietary recommendations, meditation, yoga, and mind power techniques like self-hypnosis and NLP. On top of that, Niraj is also a musician and is definitely into sound healing and breath work. You may have even heard his music, which is used by healing centres, spas, and therapists around the world. On today’s show with Niraj, we’re chatting about: The benefits and science behind breathwork How to use natural supplements instead of prescription drugs The power of music in healing Mind training with words instead of drugs And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/niraj-naik-the-renegade-pharmacist-on-breathwork-meditation-the-power-of-music-in-healing/ Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

You've heard all about red light therapy, right? Maybe you've heard that near-infrared and red light therapy can help you with inflammation, collagen production, and skin health in general. Or maybe you've heard red light improves recovery, sleep, and cognition. Can red light therapy do our taxes, too? If you're wondering how to separate the hype from reality, this is definitely the show for you. As you know, I can be highly skeptical of new tech that promises the moon. But it's also important in this wacky world of health to have an open mind and be willing to experiment. And I have to say, I am fascinated and intrigued by light therapy. In a recent Ask Me Anything, you asked about saunas, red light therapy, near and infrared. Are they worth it? The folks at Joovv were generous enough to send us a unit to try, and I’ve experimented with several more devices since. I was surprised and impressed by how quickly I noticed improved recovery after my hill runs at elevation (which usually kick my a$$ the next day). Today we’re here with Scott Nelson, one of the co-founders of Joovv, and the host of Medsider Radio, a top-ranked medical device podcast. On today’s show, we’re chatting about: Why Olympic and pro athletes are turning to red light therapy The difference between the sauna and the steam room The link between light therapy and improved cognitive function How photobiomodulation helps stimulate cell regeneration And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/scott-nelson-does-red-light-therapy-actually-work Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Do you have a “dad bod”? I’ve heard it’s all the rage these days. Or maybe you’re getting an extra curve or two where you don’t want one? You could be working out and eating the same way you did when you were younger, but you're not getting results anymore, you're still putting on weight or you've reached a plateau. This happens to so many of us, it's happened to me. Well, today we’re here with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi. After watching his own Dad lose his health and pass away at the young age of 42, Dr. Balduzzi founded The Fit Father Project to help other busy fathers get and stay permanently healthy for their families. Dr. Anthony holds dual degrees in Nutrition and Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania, a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, and is also a national champion bodybuilder. Today he’s joining us on the show to talk about: What to do about low testosterone How to make meal prep convenient and fun Favorite workouts for turning back the clock How to stay in shape as you age Strategies for overcoming mental blocks and staying in control And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-anthony-balduzzi-how-to-boost-low-testosterone-turn-back-the-clock Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus  

Can changing your thought patterns actually improve your ability to heal? Once you sift through the research, the answer is undeniably yes. We’re here today with Dr. Roy Vongtama, a Board Certified Cancer Specialist with degrees in Biological Basis of Behavior from the University of Pennsylvania, a Medical Doctorate from the University of Buffalo and postgraduate training at UCLA. He’s the author of Healing Before You're Cured, and you may even recognize him as an actor from the TV show 24. Dr. Vongtama has done more than 7,000 hours of silent meditation, and today he’s going to talk to us about how meditation can help rewire the immune system. On this show with Dr. Roy Vongtama, you’re about to learn: Games you can play to relax and decrease stress  The link between your thoughts and your body's ability to fight disease How to turn the laws of motion into your secret weapon How meditation helps rewire the immune system And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-roy-vongtama-7000-hours-of-silent-meditation-games-to-reduce-stress Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus.

Be honest, how often do you say “no” to things you don’t want to do?  We’re conditioned to sit in desks, be quiet, raise our hands and ask permission to go to the bathroom, and follow the rules.  Do what you’re told and never stray from the herd. Get a job, bite your tongue, pay your taxes and behave. But as the years chug along, saying “no” becomes a superpower.  Try it now, it feels good. “NO.” Joining us on the show is Bobby Maximus a former UFC fighter and Toronto police officer, who earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Western Ontario with a double major in Psychology and English.  We’re chatting about: The power of writing it down The importance of saying “no” Why we become too dependent on exercise equipment How to manage your governor without blowing your knee The problem with toxic masculinity on the internet And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/bobby-maximus-how-to-say-no-the-benefits-of-self-imposed-limitations/ Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman