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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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May 20, 2023 • 14min
2149: [Part 1] 10-3-2-1-0: Five Numbers To Remember For Lulling Yourself Into A Deep, Restorative Slumber by Hylke Reitsma
Hylke Reitsma of Ben Greenfield Fitness offers a set of numbers to abide by to insure the best sleep possible. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2149: [Part 1] 10-3-2-1-0: Five Numbers To Remember For Lulling Yourself Into A Deep, Restorative Slumber by Hylke ReitsmaAuthor of the New York Times Bestseller, Beyond Training, Ben Greenfield’s balanced approach to fitness, nutrition and health comes from his extensive experience in the fitness and wellness industry as one of the country’s leading personal trainers and wellness consultants. In 2008, Ben was nominated by the NSCA as America’s top personal trainer, and in 2013 and 2014, Ben was voted as one of the top 100 most influential individuals in health and fitness.A frequent contributor to health and wellness publications and a highly sought after speaker, Ben’s understanding of functional exercise, nutrition, and the delicate balance between performance and health has helped thousands of people around the world achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.The original post is located here: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/article/sleep-articles/10-3-2-1-0-sleep-rule/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 2023 • 8min
2148: Q&A - How Much Water Should You Drink?
Ask Dr. Neal your question about health, nutrition, diet, fitness, and more here:http://OLDPodcast.com/askor call: 614-568-3643Episode 2148: Q&A - How Much Water Should You Drink?Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 18, 2023 • 13min
2147: 5 Natural Sweeteners That Are Good for Your Health by Kris Gunnars
Kris Gunnars with Healthline shares 5 natural sweeteners that are good for your healthEpisode 2147: 5 Natural Sweeteners That Are Good for Your Health by Kris GunnarsHow you feel affects every precious day of your life. Healthline understands that, which is why they’re committed to being your most trusted ally in your pursuit of health and well-being. You can depend on Healthline to provide expert content along with genuine caring--both of which will support, guide, and inspire you toward the best possible health outcomes for you and your family.The original post is located here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/healthy-natural-sweetenersVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 17, 2023 • 12min
2146: Lactic Acid is Your Friend - Listen to It by Sarah Shortt
Sarah Shortt with Les Mills talks about why lactic acid is important to listen toEpisode 2146: Lactic Acid is Your Friend - Listen to It by Sarah ShorttOn a mission to create a fitter planet, Les Mills is the global group fitness leader serving up science-backed workouts and evidence-based education.You can experience LES MILLS™ workouts in 20,000 fitness clubs around the world, or access 1000+ world-leading workouts anytime, anywhere using LES MILLS™ On Demand. To discover the latest fitness insights and advice visit lesmills.com/fit-planet.The original post is located here: https://www.lesmills.com/fit-planet/fitness/lactic-acid/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 2023 • 10min
2145: Is Counting Calories Important? by Riley Pearce
Riley Pearce of Free Form Fitness talks about the value of counting caloriesEpisode 2145: Is Counting Calories Important? by Riley PearceThe vision behind Free Form Fitness is to create a fitness company that is so much more than just a gym that offered personal training. They've created a holistic approach that includes the many facets of a healthy life well-lived. Their time-tested pillars: nutrition, accountability and fitness are just three of the areas their incredible personal trainers focus on, and they are designed to change your life forever.The original post is located here: https://freeformfitness.ca/is-counting-calories-important/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 2023 • 12min
2144: Glycaemic Index and Glycaemic Load: Everything You Need to Know by Lauri Teperson
Lauri Teperson with Ideal Nutrition talks about glycaemic index and glycaemic loadEpisode 2144: Glycaemic Index and Glycaemic Load: Everything You Need to Know by Lauri TepersonIdeal Nutrition is an in-person and online dietitian service based in Brisbane. Their biggest specialty is body composition improvement, with a focus on helping people gain muscle or lose fat.This has developed through their own interest in sports and strength training, with a particular focus on powerlifting, in combination with the experience gained working with clients. The original post is located here: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/glycaemic-index-and-glycaemic-load/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 2023 • 9min
2143: Why We Should All Live The Portfolio Life by Anthony Ongaro
Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch tells us why we should all live the portfolio life.Episode 2143: Why We Should All Live The Portfolio Life by Anthony OngaroAfter years of impulse spending on Amazon and elsewhere, Anthony Ongaro realized that his one-click purchase habits were more of a physical Twitch than an intentional action. It turned out, this Twitch wasn’t just limited to online spending. It applied to social media, impulsive smartphone usage, and more.Break the Twitch is all about minimizing distractions and doing more of what matters.Check out Anthony's new book, Break the Twitch: http://breakthetwitch.com/bookThe original post is located here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/portfolio-life/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 2023 • 9min
2142: Sleep is Your Superpower in Challenging Times by Susan Kolon
Susan Kolon of Kolon Performance Strategies reminds us of our best superpower: sleep.Episode 2142: Sleep is Your Superpower in Challenging Times by Susan KolonSusan Kolon is a worksite wellness communications expert and health coach specializing in wellness education. She works with individuals, corporations, benefits consultants and HR departments to implement education and communications strategies for wellness programs to increase participation, engagement and satisfaction for overall health and well-being.She is accredited by the American College of Sports Medicine as a Certified Wellness Coach, is a National CDC Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Coach, is Mental Health First Aid USA Certified, and is a Faculty Member of The Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)The original post is located here: https://kolonperformancestrategies.com/2020/03/31/sleep-is-your-superpower-in-challenging-times/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13, 2023 • 9min
2141: It is a Must to Have a Balanced Immune System by The DIY Active Team
The DIYActive team share why it's a must to have a balanced immune systemEpisode 2141: It is a Must to Have a Balanced Immune System by The DIY Active TeamDIY Active's mission is to help people stay fit and active no matter where they are and no matter what life demands of them. They believe that being active can and should be fun, and that you can live a healthy life the way you want. Their sustainable approach to fitness doesn't require travel time, fees, or even social skills.The original post is located here: https://diyactive.com/why-it-is-a-must-to-have-a-balanced-immune-system/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 2023 • 8min
2140: Q&A - Does a 30 Day Challenge Work?
Ask Dr. Neal your question about health, nutrition, diet, fitness, and more here:http://OLDPodcast.com/askor call: 614-568-3643Episode 2140: Q&A - Does a 30 Day Challenge Work?Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices