Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition
Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
Optimal Health Daily, hosted by the esteemed Dr. Neal Malik, a tenured professor, registered dietitian nutritionist, and certified exercise physiologist, is a treasure trove of health and wellness insights. Dr. Neal delves into the latest research and timeless wisdom in nutrition, fitness, and diet, presenting them in easy-to-understand, digestible episodes. His expertise shines through as he handpicks and narrates the most informative and inspiring blog posts, offering practical tips and motivational stories to help listeners on their journey to optimal health.Each episode is a blend of science-based information and real-life application, making it a unique resource for anyone looking to improve their health and wellbeing. Dr. Malik's approach is holistic and inclusive, recognizing the importance of balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness. By focusing on diet, fitness, and nutrition, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your health goals. His engaging narration and the podcast's diverse range of topics make it an essential daily listen for you as you seek to lead a healthier, more balanced life.This podcast is designed for those passionate about diet, fitness, and nutrition. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your diet, improving your fitness, and understanding nutrition. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster a healthier lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of diet, fitness, and nutrition in achieving optimal health.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Nov 17, 2023 • 8min
2356: Q&A - Do the Benefits of a Gummy Multivitamin Outweigh the Downside of High Sugar Content
The podcast discusses the pros and cons of gummy multivitamins, including their benefits for those who have difficulty swallowing pills and the potential loss of nutrients. It also highlights the drawbacks of high sugar content, dental cavities, and dietary restrictions. The chapter ends with tips for selecting gummy multivitamins and a call for more listener questions.
Nov 16, 2023 • 10min
2355: You Don’t Have to Avoid Processed Foods. Here’s What Matters Instead by Sally Kuzemchak of Real Mom Nutrition
Registered dietitian Sally Kuzemchak discusses the realistic perspectives on processed foods, including the definitions of unprocessed, minimally processed, and ultra-processed foods. She explores the health risks of consuming ultra-processed foods, such as an increased risk of cancer and negative impact on weight. Sally provides helpful recommendations for managing processed food consumption, like reading labels, cooking at home, and maintaining a balanced diet.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 11min
2354: Expectations Create Reality by Rachel Trotta on Taking Responsibility For Your Health and Life
Rachel Trotta, a certified personal trainer, shares how expectations create reality. She discusses the importance of setting high expectations, having a clear vision, and aligning goals with reality to achieve fitness goals and overall success in life.
Nov 14, 2023 • 13min
2353: What You Need To Know About Creatine And Its Benefits For Performance AND 4 Foods To Avoid At Breakfast by Jessica Spendlov
Jessica Spendlove, one of Australia's most respected Sports Dietitians, discusses the benefits of creatine for performance, recommended dosage, and potential side effects. She also shares four foods to avoid at breakfast and offers healthier alternatives. Other topics include injury management, concussion recovery, and tips for selecting nutritious breakfast foods.
Nov 13, 2023 • 10min
2352: Are You in Your Blue Zone? by Ryan Frederick of Here.life on How Your Location Affects Your Health
Ryan Frederick, an internationally recognized thought leader, discusses the concept of Blue Zones and their impact on longevity. He explores lifestyle choices, such as diet, exercise, spirituality, and social engagement, that optimize health. Frederick emphasizes the importance of choosing the right neighborhood for well-being and offers a free assessment to determine proximity to a Blue Zone.
Nov 12, 2023 • 12min
2351: Benefits of Stretching and Mobility Work by Eric Leija on Ways to Optimize Your Health
Eric Leija, an Onnit Academy Senior Kettlebell Coach, discusses the benefits of stretching and mobility work for overall fitness. The podcast explores topics such as increased range of motion, injury prevention, improved posture, and better muscle recruitment and joint function. It also covers the advantages of stretching and mobility work for optimizing health, including improved fat burning, heart rate elevation, and muscle building. Eric shares his personal journey towards understanding these benefits, emphasizing the significance of patience and regular practice.
Nov 12, 2023 • 9min
2350: Healthy Relationships and Lives Start With Healthy Thoughts by Lisa Merlo Booth on Positive Affirmations
Relationship expert Lisa Merlo Booth discusses the importance of healthy thoughts in building healthy relationships and lives. She explores the impact of negative self-talk and emphasizes the power of positive affirmations. She provides actionable advice on how positive affirmations can transform our thoughts and relationships.
Nov 11, 2023 • 9min
2349: Why It's OK to Hate Exercise and What's Not OK by Lea Genders on Why It's Important to Move and Stay Active
Lea Genders, a certified personal trainer, discusses hating exercise and the importance of staying active. She shares her journey from despising exercise to finding joy in it, emphasizing the need for an exercise routine that suits your preferences and lifestyle. The significance of moving the body is also discussed, highlighting the concept of blue zones and how movement contributes to a healthier life.
Nov 10, 2023 • 11min
2348: Electrolytes and Sea Salt vs. Table Salt - Which Type of Salt is Healthier
Dr. Neil Mollick discusses electrolytes and Celtic sea salt, their effectiveness and necessity, and the use of sugar substitutes in electrolytes. He explores the functions of electrolytes in the body and compares sea salt and table salt for sodium intake moderation. Dr. Mollick also explains that electrolyte sports drinks are usually not necessary for average gym goers, and that plain water and cold water are sufficient for rehydration after a workout.
Nov 9, 2023 • 13min
2347: How Large Should a Calorie Surplus Be for Muscle Gain? by Aidan Muir of Ideal Nutrition on Adapting Your Diet as You Exercise More
Explore how large a calorie surplus should be for muscle gain and learn about recommended calorie surplus amounts, determining maintenance calories, and adjusting intake based on goals. Discover the appropriate calorie surplus for muscle gain based on goals and preferences, with tips for building muscle while staying lean and avoiding excessive fat gain.
