Abel James Show

Are we being mind controlled? What's wrong with a sterilized culture, where speaking out against the status quo gets you shadow-banned and censored across platforms? When free speech and free expression on all sides are egregiously squashed by unelected technocratic powers with zero accountability, it's clear someone is trying to influence or control the conversation. That's why it's more important than ever to do your homework and think for yourself, especially when your health is concerned. You have to take on that responsibility. And joining us today is the perfect guest to talk through some spicy and timely topics, our friend and fellow podcaster, writer and founder of Wild Foods, Colin Stuckert. We need all the good people we can get to make it through this circus with our health and sanity intact. Colin is doing great work and I'm honored that our messages and businesses are so aligned. On this show with Colin Stuckert, where we're chatting about: The dangers of sterilizing culture What we can learn from looking to nomadic hunter-gatherer cultures Strategies for improving your mood that cost no money How to navigate difficult situations by joining together as a community How to counteract fragility through lifestyle Benefits of taking the path of most resistance And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/colin-stuckert-how-to-counter-fragility-take-the-path-of-most-resistance/ Check out and support Colin Stuckert at https://www.Colin.Coach and WildFoods.co Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

What's worth more? A $20 bill or a bottle of wine? In a pinch, I've realized real world pleasures like wine can be worth more than cold hard cash. With rising food inflation and obvious issues with our supply chains, it's a good time to make sure you're stocked up on provisions for whatever life throws at you. Which is why, even if you don't drink or you're not drinking right now, having a supply of high quality biodynamic natural wines can be a worthy alternative investment. (Hey there legal eagles, this is not investment advice.) When a friend recently turned down payment in the form of money—actually a couple of crisp $20 bills, he just would not take them—but he gladly accepted our bottle of wine. And that just reinforced the notion that having a diversity of items available to barter and trade could come in mighty handy in the future that we're facing. So returning to the show today is our very good friend, Todd White. Todd is a serial entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and founder of our all-time favorite supplier of natural biodynamic and organic wines, Dry Farm Wines. After 15 years in the wine business, Todd's life is dedicated to educating and helping people make better choices about food, nutrition and how they think about consuming alcohol. We're getting into some fun and interesting topics on today's show, including: How social interaction with friends, family and the community is a nutrient that we all need Daily practices like gratitude, meditation and fitness at home How to spread love and inspire each other, especially in workplace environments Social media and fake news burnout Why it's cool to barter with gifts from the land And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/todd-white-biodynamic-wine-bartering-social-media-burnout Check out and support Todd White, and try Dry Farm Wines yourself and get a bottle for just 1 penny: DryFarmWines.com/wild Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

You know how a steak is marbled with fat—the fatter the animal, the more fat you see marbled through the muscle meat? Did you know the same thing can happen in your muscles? When you don't have your strength, when you're not training, when you're de-conditioned or sedentary, the muscles in the human body can actually become marbled with fat. I don't know about you, but that image alone is enough to keep me training. And we have the perfect guests here today. I'm happy to say that joining us is Dr. Gregory Kelly, a naturopathic physician, author of Shape Shift: The Shape Intelligence Solution, and the director of product development over at Neurohacker Collective. Dr. Kelly has published numerous articles on natural medicine and nutrition, contributed three chapters to the Textbook of Natural Medicine and has more than 30 journal articles indexed on PubMed. He’s the real deal. And on today’s episode, we're talking about: Why you don't want marbled muscles Taking a holistic view of health How sunlight is related to fat loss Longevity and two core things to focus on reinforcing as you age And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-gregory-kelly-marbled-muscles-longevity-fitness-in-lockdown Check out and support Dr. Gregory Kelly at Neurohacker.com Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Have you ever heard of someone dropping 300 pounds, gaining it all back, and then dropping 300 pounds again, for good? Our guest today, our friend Mike Gorman, also known as Gormy, struggled with his weight his entire life. From his peak weight of 540 pounds, he is now more than 300 pounds lighter and is mastering maintenance. Gormy started the popular podcast, The Fat Guy Forum, and became a Nutrition Coach inspiring other folks to overcome the challenges of obesity and especially food addiction, which is more rampant than ever these days. In today’s show, we’re chatting about… Lessons learned from shedding 300 pounds… twice! Mastering weight loss maintenance with mindfulness How to eat low carb at a hospital Prevent serious illness by prioritizing health Why it’s important to go at your own pace And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/gormy-dropping-300-pounds-twice/ Check out and support Gormy at https://www.theketoroad.com/coach-mike Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Have you tried eating low carb yet? How did it go? How did you feel? Did it last? Be honest. Many people get incredible results by kicking out all the processed junk, sugar, and by dialing down the carbs, but I'm going to be honest with you, I love carbs. After my hard workouts, after my runs up the mountains, there's definitely a place for good carbs like wild rice, quinoa, sweet potato, old school sourdough, even some treats every once in a while. Carbs can be our friends too. So how do we scale our intake of fat, protein, and carbs, to achieve our ideal body composition? Today, we're here with a perfect person to talk about it, the wonderful and talented, Tara Garrison. Tara is a certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and mindset coach who helps high performers, including celebrities, professional athletes, and top executives optimize their health. In today’s episode, we're chatting about: How lifting weights makes everything easier Why you should do keto but not forever Intermittent fasting from a woman's perspective Changing your mindset from a restrictive mindset to an abundance mindset And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/tara-garrison-keto-scams-lifting-intermittent-fasting-for-women Check out and support Tara Garrison at CoachTaraGarrison.com Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

What if you could save thousands of dollars every year on your food budget by eating higher quality food? Our guest today not only lost over 100 pounds in a year, but also saved over $2,000 on his food budget in the process. Today we're here with the wonderful Tyler Christensen, an author, designer, creator, host of “After The Run” podcast, and a teacher who spent 15 years in classrooms as an elementary, middle school, and university instructor. In May of 2018, Tyler weighed over 300 pounds and his wife was concerned for his health. Tyler decided to make a change and within just 12 months, he dropped over 100 pounds, wrote and published two books, built a basement, landscaped his backyard, and read over 100 books. And on today’s show we’re chatting about: How to drop 100 pounds in 1 year by shedding 2 pounds a week Boosting energy and brain power by getting outside and exercising Saving $2000 in 1 year by eating healthier How to get a Brain Boost in just 5 minutes And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/tyler-christensen-how-to-shed-100-pounds-and-boost-brain-power Check out and support Tyler Christensen at http://tylerchristensen.com/ and http://aftertherun.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Are you constantly sanitizing and sterilizing, frantically trying to kill every bug in your mitts? This increasing obsession with sterilizing everything around us may actually be doing more harm than good. Returning to the show today is Dr. Michael Ruscio, a bestselling author, Doctor of Natural Medicine, Doctor of Chiropractic, clinical researcher and host of Dr. Ruscio Radio. On today's show, we're talking about: The drawbacks of growing up in a long-term sterile environment How to feed your body's ecosystem Tools for healing your gut What to do about stress And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-michael-ruscio-gut-health-stress-how-to-feed-your-bodys-ecosystem Check out Dr. Michael Ruscio's work at drruscio.com Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Ever since the world shut down, crippling small businesses, decimating communities and filling us all with fears of certain death, the response from politicians and world government has been disturbingly inadequate, to say the least. Instead of educating the public on how to strengthen our immune system, politicians have preyed on people's fears, divided us, locked us inside, forced us all to cover our faces with cloth, and socially distance all the while. But there's a big difference between socially distancing and physically distancing. I'm beginning to feel that this choice of words was not an accident. Also used as a form of torture, social distancing and isolation—especially combined with too much social media and screen time—destroys our relationships and damages our mental health. Living in a constant state of anxiety and fear is just about the worst possible thing for our health and well-being. When our mental health suffers our physical health falls apart. And at some point, we'll all have to acknowledge that mental health actually matters. So we'll talk in this show today about how to deal with all of these crazy feelings that we may or may not be experiencing right now. Today, we're here with Amy Morin, a psychotherapist, psychology lecturer, licensed clinical social worker, and author who’s now on her 4th book. Amy’s TEDx talk, The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong, is one of the most popular talks of all time with more than 14 million views. And Amy’s new podcast “Mentally Strong People” will be coming to you live from her floating podcast studio in the Florida Keys, where she lives on a sailboat! If you're looking to build your mental strength and fortitude, this is the episode for you. On today’s show with Amy Morin we're discussing… Specific mental strength exercises to manage your emotions, regulate your thoughts and take more productive action How to train your brain for happiness and success Facing your fears and taking back your power How to raise self-assured children And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/amy-morin-mental-strength-how-to-face-your-fears Check out and support Amy Morin at amymorinlcsw.com Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Did you ever dream of being a pro athlete? What happens when your goal becomes impossible? It seems like an uphill battle out there recently, and a new playing field, so to speak. You really need an ally. You need someone who's a comrade, someone who's there. And so often that’s just being there physically for them, but also just being that supportive force in the world of Doritos, Oreos, Facebook and all the rest of it. It's rough out there, so we need to prop each other up where we can. And to help us out, today we’re here with David Nurse, an NBA life optimization coach, podcast host, worldwide motivational speaker, and bestselling author of “Pivot & Go.” A former pro basketball player and coach for the Brooklyn Nets, David has helped more than 150 NBA players really succeed on and off the court. You’re going to like this one. On this show with David, we’re talking about: How to turn a strength into a superpower How to harness the power of visualization with your personal highlight reel Why it takes 10 years to become an overnight success How to get into flow through deep breathing And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/david-nurse-coaching-in-the-nba-getting-into-flow-turning-a-strength-into-a-superpower Check out and support David Nurse at http://davidnurse.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

So, you've heard some of these words that are bouncing all around the inter-webs recently: Carnivore, keto, plant-based, vegan. But do you know the nuances of what all these different words mean? What's the difference between keto and Atkins? What's the difference between clean keto and dirty keto? I mean, we can get really complicated with this. Whether it's plant-based, carnivore, detoxes, cleanses—words are very confusing, more than ever. And as it turns out, the meaning of words actually matters. So today, we're here to dial-in the meaning a little bit, so that you can actually figure out what to put on your plate. No matter what identity or word you're following, there are certain principles you can follow to take your health back into your own hands. So joining us on the show today is our friend, Ben Azadi, best-selling author of 3 books—The Perfect Health Booklet, The Intermittent Fasting Cheat Sheet, and The Power of Sleep—he’s also a health coach, public speaker and host of the Keto Kamp Podcast. On this show with Ben, we’re chatting about: Ben's journey to shedding 80 pounds and keeping it off How to get a mental six-pack The difference between dirty keto and restorative keto Why to avoid inflammatory fats (and what to eat instead) How to use intermittent fasting and extended block-fasting Tips on developing the right mental attitude for long-term success How to transform from a sugar burner to a fat burner And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/ben-azadi-health-entrepreneurship-getting-a-mental-six-pack-shedding-80-pounds-of-pure-fat Check out and support Ben's work at http://www.benazadi.com/ Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames 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

How is it possible in the age of lockdowns that some people are getting even MORE fit? Instead of packing on the quarantine 15, our friend Ben Greenfield returns to the show today to show us that you can build muscle and get ripped despite everlasting lockdowns. Ben actually does this interview while exercising outdoors at his local track. He’s literally walking the walk here today. Ben is a human performance consultant, speaker, podcaster, and New York Times bestselling author of 13 books, including Beyond Training and Boundless. And on today’s show with our dear friend Ben Greenfield, we’re chatting about: How to protect your DNA against damaging EMFs What happened when Ben tried eating Carnivore for weeks How to gamify the learning process Why Ben’s not giving up vegetables, especially fresh veggies from his garden And tons more.. Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/ben-greenfield-boundless-longevity-protocols-building-muscle-during-lockdown Check out and support Ben Greenfield at https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Who’s hijacking the internet? It started out, you'd pick up a phone and you'd call or text one other person. But now, we’re all in these separate little online groups. We're connected but it's also been co-opted. And it attacks us from so many different directions. And no matter how much they try to bury us, we can still find each other, we just might need to try a little bit harder. Well, I’m happy to say that returning to the show today is long-time friend, fellow podcaster, and multi-talented maniac Vinnie Tortorich. Vinnie is a Celebrity Fitness Trainer, speaker, cancer survivor, bestselling author, and creator of the hit documentary Fat: A Documentary. And as usual, he holds no punches in today's interview. Vinnie is a OG trainer and coach for 30+ years, training Hollywood comedians and celebrities like Howie Mandel, playmates, captains of industry, ultra-athletes, Ironman triathletes, and even pregnant moms. And on today’s show, we’re chatting about: Mass shadowbanning and censorship of leaders in health and fitness The mystery of the disappearing Wikipedia pages Why you should stop everything you're doing right now and go watch FAT: A Documentary Vinnie's recommendations for handling crazy How to stay fit even during lockdown Why jumping rope isn't just for little girls And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/vinnie-tortorich-fat-documentary-censorship-on-major-platforms-why-jumping-rope-isnt-just-for-little-girls Check out and support Vinnie Tortorich at https://vinnietortorich.com/ Watch FAT: A Documentary on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SR959GP Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ Like the Fat-Burning Man show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

When you're feeling a little down, do you find yourself craving chocolate? I sure do. Well, it turns out, brain science has something to say about that. On today's show, we're going to talk about some foods, like chocolate, that may positively impact your mood and even reduce anxiety. Today, we're here with the perfect rock star guest. In addition to being a Harvard-trained psychiatrist with nearly three decades of experience in the field of medicine, Dr. Uma Naidoo is also a professional chef, culinary instructor, trained nutrition specialist and author of the new book, This is Your Brain on Food. On this show with Dr. Uma Naidoo, we're talking about: How to shop for healthy foods on a budget Tips for supporting the 39 trillion bacteria living in your gut right now How to pull yourself out of a junk food funk The difference between homemade sourdough and store-bought bread How this Harvard-trained psychiatrist recommends indulging in treats And much, much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/ dr-uma-naidoo-this-is-your-brain-on-food-especially-chocolate Check out and support Dr. Uma Naidoo at https://umanaidoomd.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Ever wonder what would happen if you ate nothing but bacon for an entire month? In an effort to entice others to try a ketogenic lifestyle, our friend Dan Quibell founded The Bacon Experiment—a challenge he underwent to eat nothing but bacon for 30 days straight. The results? He dropped 20 pounds in 20 days! Then he went on to improve many biomarkers of his health and much, much more that we'll get into today. Dan Quibell is a ketogenic lifestyle and weight loss coach who specializes in helping others achieve a happier and healthier lifestyle using real foods, especially bacon. On this show with Dan, we’re chatting about: Eating bacon, nothing but bacon, for 30 days straight Why we should focus on eating real whole foods during stressful times Recommendations if you want to try a bacon experiment yourself N=1 experimentation, and how to find what’s right for you How to get started with a therapeutic ketogenic approach to diet And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dan-quibell-dropping-20-pounds-in-20-days-with-the-bacon-experiment-why-the-quality-of-your-meat-matters Contact Dan for one-on-one private coaching at [email protected] or search for "The Bacon Experiment" on social media. Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Have you seen the sun today? According to the EPA, Americans spend about 90% of their lives indoors. How does that look for you? If you're looking to improve your energy, sleep, mood and much, much more, getting sun exposure is critical. I do my best to hop outside when weather permits, just about every day to catch the sunrise. Since I started this practice years ago, I have not stopped. And you're about to learn why. Today we're here with Matt Maruca, a researcher, entrepreneur and educator in the fields of photobiology, mitochondria and optimal human health. Matt is the founder of Ra Optics, a company that teaches people about the risks of the indoor, sun-deficient tech-based lifestyle, and provides blue light protection lenses to mitigate the risks associated with spending so much time indoors. On today’s show we’re talking about: How to reset your circadian rhythm with light The dangers of EMF pollution Why the sun is like a free multivitamin in the sky How light, especially red and infrared light, impacts your mitochondria And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/matt-maruca-the-light-diet-emf-pollution-how-the-sun-is-like-a-multivitamin Save 10% Off Ra Optics: http://raoptics.com/wild Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

What can comedy and entertainment teach us about health? After years of running Beacher's Madhouse, a vaudeville inspired theater and variety show that sold out in cities across the country, Jeff Beacher found himself weighing in at 440 pounds and his friends wanted him to get stomach surgery. Jeff went to work on himself, and shed over 200 pounds! In today's show with Jeff, you'll hear about... Jeff’s journey to shedding an astounding 200+ pounds How Jeff has been able to lose weight even during lockdowns How he’s adapting his business from live theater entertainment to online Why he’s supporting businesses and products that help people be healthy The unexpected benefits of help and accountability from a group And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/how-jeff-beacher-dropped-over-200-pounds-even-during-lockdown Check out and support Jeff Beacher at http://jeffbeacher.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Are we living in an experiment? Instead of securing the general welfare of the people and defending and securing our rights of liberty, it seems the powers that be are more interested in poisoning us while taking away our freedoms. It’s time to ditch the confusion and take our health into our own hands. To help us out, Dr. Cate Shanahan returns to the show to help us look at some everyday ingredients that we would do well to remove from our diets all together, including vegetable oils. Dr. Cate went to Cornell and is trained in Family Medicine with a background in biochemistry and genetics. She’s authored three books including The Fatburn Fix, Deep Nutrition, and Food Rules. Dr. Cate Shanahan is also known for creating nutrition programs that include homemade bone broth for many professional sports teams including the LA Lakers. On today’s show with Dr. Cate, we’re talking about... The toxic and inflammatory effects of vegetable oil Why peanuts may not be as bad as we thought The real culprit behind type 2 diabetes Why the questionable fat sources in our diet are changing the composition of our bodies What to do about the low carb flu (or the keto flu) How to train your body to burn body fat The link between vegetable oil and sugar And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/cate-shanahan-exposing-the-inflammatory-effects-of-vegetable-oils Check out and support Dr. Cate Shanahan at https://drcate.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

These days, it's fashionable to pop antibiotics like Tic Tacs, and it's almost impossible not to feel pressured into pumping sanitizer onto our hands when we enter or leave any store. But did you know that even occasional use of antibiotics, hand sanitizers, and other germ-killers can wreak havoc on your long-term health? Evidence is mounting that this germophobic clean craze - our obsession with antibiotics, hand sanitizer and sterile environments - is actually making us sicker. Why? Because our bodies were perfectly designed to have a symbiotic relationship with bacteria, protozoa, fungi, and even viruses. When you wipe all of those “bugs” away, your immune system can turn on itself. Hence the current epidemic of auto-immunity. And if we stop to take a quick look at the chemical ingredients in some of these hand-sanitizer, you may notice things like Triclosan, which is an endocrine disruptor and toxic to microbes and can actually cause thyroid issues and a lot of other problems. So in this special throwback episode that seems more timely than ever, we're here with Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a leading expert in the world of gut health and one of the most recognizable gastroenterologists working in America. Dr. Chutkan has a B.S. from Yale and an M.D. from Columbia, and is the best-selling author of multiple books, including 'Gutbliss','The Microbiome Solution' and 'The Bloat Cure'. On today's throwback with Dr. Chutkan you're going to learn: The value of getting dirty Why you should reconsider using hand sanitizer How to rewild your microbiome And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-robynne-chutkan-rewilding-your-microbiome-how-to-recover-from-antibiotics-high-octane-poop 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

How do you stay fit when you’re trapped in someone else’s house? Although Dr. John Berardi lives in Canada, he was caught in Arizona when the quarantine started, and was still there when we recorded today’s show. Dr. Berardi is an author, Canadian-American entrepreneur and was named one of the 20 smartest coaches in the world as well as among the 100 most influential people in health and fitness. No matter what life throws at John, he somehow manages to keep himself, his family, and his clients in phenomenal shape. You’re going to like this one. On today’s show with Dr. John Berardi, we’re talking about: Why the future belongs to the generalist (not the specialist) How to preserve your power and adapt your goals as you get older Why perfection is the enemy of progress Why we should commit to moving every single day Setting up your environment to outsmart yourself How to identify your origin story, values and purpose And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-john-berardi-change-maker-adapting-your-goals-with-age-why-the-future-belongs-to-the-generalist/ Check out and support Dr. John Berardi at https://www.johnberardi.com/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ And click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

What can a former FDA Special Agent teach us about America? With big corporations and big government steamrolling small-town businesses and mom and pop shops, it's time to ask ourselves what we want the future of humanity to look like. Returning to the show today to help us out is my friend Gary Collins, bestselling author of The Simple Life book series and host of Your Better Life Podcast. Gary’s professional background includes working in military intelligence and as a special agent for the U.S. State Department Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Today's show with Gary might be a little bit spicy. You're about to hear… Why it's a surprisingly good time to start your own business How to dramatically turn down your expenses and live on less 3 things you can do to reclaim your freedom How Gary started a recession-proof business Why you don't want to become a unicorn start-up Why we should stop competing and help each other instead And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/gary-collins-how-to-live-on-less-recession-proof-your-business-reclaim-your-freedom 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

How would you like to print your own money? Well, unless you work with the Federal Reserve, you’re going to have to get creative. But in the face of rampant food inflation, growing your own food comes pretty close. And with the price of food rising globally, we’ve got to get prepared. Are you ready for this? Are you ready for the price of food to skyrocket? Health is a survival skill, and also getting access to clean water, and healthy fresh nutrient-dense foods—this is extremely important and it’s only going to become more so because our food system is under attack. So today on the show, we have a throwback episode with Ron Finley, known as the Gangsta Gardener. A decade ago, Ron planted a curbside garden in the strip of soil in front of his house in LA. The city tried to shut it down, but instead of giving up Ron accidentally started a revolution and changed the game of urban gardening. And he’s here to teach you critical survival skills, the ability to grow your own food, no matter where you are. On this powerful show with Ron, you’re about to learn: Why growing your own food is a bit like printing your own money How Ron changed the laws of urban gardening How to change a kid’s life with a homegrown tomato And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/ron-finley-the-gangsta-gardener-on-how-to-change-a-kids-life-with-a-tomato/ Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames 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 is it time to stand up for what you believe in? We believe that time is now. We’re hitting pause on our scheduled podcasts and posts to honor and highlight our black brothers and sisters and people of color in June. In this special episode from the Trust & Believe Podcast, you're going to hear directly from our dear friend, Shaun T. Shaun and I got to know each other about 5 years ago now on ABC TV working on a TV show called "My Diet is Better Than Yours." He inspired me in so many different ways, and I'm very thankful to say that we've kept in touch over the years and he's actually been on the Fat-Burning Man Show two times in the past. You know Shaun, long story short, is one of the best motivators I have ever seen in action and one of the best people I know. So for many reasons, I would like to highlight his voice today. There's a lot that we can learn from what he has to say. And I will warn you, it's a very emotional show. But we did keep the language family-friendly, so don't worry about that. Today, Shaun T explains what's happening from his perspective. This was originally recorded for Shaun’s podcast Trust and Believe, and we decided to cross-post it here. I first listened to this podcast with a lump in my throat and tearing up the whole time. Love, patience, and understanding will get us through this. Not violence and destruction. Black Lives Matter, we see you, we hear you, we stand with you, and we love you. Thank you for being patient as we all work together. We are being divided, I believe, on purpose from the top down. And we will only get through this by showing each other compassion, patience, sympathy, and empathy. And hugs when they're legal again. And so, I hope this special show today and the ones to come will help bring a little bit more empathy or at least sympathy and compassion back to the world. We need it desperately right now. Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames

Are you sick of dietary propaganda? Me too. This week's guest has been wiping the floor with ridiculous, government-mandated, top-down nutrition recommendations for decades now. And she actually demonstrates that decreased health actually correlates with increased recommendations from the government. Thanks Uncle Sam. So, returning to the show this week is, of course, international bestselling author Nora Gedgaudas. Nora is certified in clinical nutrition and neurofeedback and is the bestselling author of "Primal Body, Primal Mind" and "Primal Fat Burner" as well as "Rethinking Fatigue⁠"—a cutting edge approach to adrenal health. Nora is the real deal, and I do believe that more people need to be listening to her and her message right now. There is so much wisdom in what she has to say. In this episode we’re talking about: What to do about dietary propaganda How to eat and supplement for a robust immune system What Pottenger's Cats tell us about diet and nutrition Alzheimer's disease and how it's affecting her family life How to maintain brain health and age gracefully And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/nora-gedgaudas-primal-fat-burner-pottengers-cats-how-to-age-gracefully 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

Ready to boost your confidence? Don't underestimate the power and importance of morale right now. In the age of internet memes, celebrity gossip, social media, clickbait articles and online haters, it's easy to get pulled into that vortex of negativity. Trust me, we get plenty of hate, especially these days. But you’ve got to keep going. So, how can we ditch those bad vibes and get the confidence we need to take back control of our lives? To help us out, today we're here with Elle Russ, the best-selling author, a TV and film writer, comedian, and host of the popular Primal Blueprint Podcast. We're chatting about… How to ditch jealousy and bad vibes Why our confidence is under attack and what to do about it—this one's really important How to speak up and say ‘no’ How comedy helps us find the edges And tons more. Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/elle-russ-how-to-get-confident-ditch-bad-vibes-say-no-with-style 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 sick of being stuck inside? You're in good company. When our survival and basic needs are threatened, our trust in authority figures broken and our human rights ignored, it's pretty easy to lose your head. So how can we protect our brain and nervous system in these trying times? Well, I’m happy to say that returning to the show this week to help us out is Eliza Kingsford, a Licensed Psychotherapist and certified Mind-Body Practitioner. She's the author of Brain-Powered Weight Loss, and she's joining me on the show to share: Easy tips for navigating mental health while we're in such close quarters The importance of protecting your nervous system right now How to manage kids and a career, at the same time The science behind why you might be struggling with food cravings more than usual (and what to do about it) And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/eliza-kingsford-how-to-dodge-cravings-and-protect-your-mental-health 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

Even before the world shut down, 80% of kids don’t get enough exercise. What do you think these numbers look like for grown-ups? Terrifying. Somehow we find ourselves in a world where we need to fight for our right to recess. Even if we're adults. No matter what country we're in. I can't think of a better person to remind us how important it is to go outside and play than our friend Darryl Edwards. Darryl is a former investment banking technologist turned movement coach, author, researcher, and creator of the Primal Play method. He's also a talented musician, as well. Being a creator, some sort of artist, whether that be visual art, theater, performance of any kind, but certainly music and play. These are all very related to each other, and building one of these modalities can help build the others, I believe. On today's show with Darryl, we're talking about: How the phrase "I play" can transform you. Making functional fitness fun again How to take the superhero path What NOT to do in an emergency situation How not to get completely steamrolled by life—that’s important right now. And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/darryl-edwards-animal-moves-surviving-terror-how-to-not-get-steamrolled-by-life 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

So how are you doing out there? Pretty rough, right? You feeling a little stressed? I know I am. But it's important to know, especially during times like these, that at our best we can use this stress and put it to good use instead of letting it completely destroy us. And a long-range of studies, unfortunately, have shown that chronic stress caused by things like social isolation, long-term unemployment, untreated depression and more can actually shorten your DNA telomeres, which in turn can speed up the aging process and then just wreak havoc on your health in a myriad of ways. So how can we be proactive and slow or reverse the signs of aging? Well, to help us out, I figure we might as well invite one of our friends and a modern-day superhero on the show, Mr. Brad Kearns. Brad is a New York Times bestselling author, host of the Get Over Yourself podcast, and a top-ranked professional triathlete, who, get this, broke a Guinness World Record in speed golf. And on today’s show we’re discussing: How to support male hormone function as we age The benefits of micro workouts, I'm a big fan What the latest longevity research is telling us Why we should be eating nose to tail, especially you carnivores and keto folks out there And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/brad-kearns-nose-to-tail-carnivore-micro-workouts-his-guiness-world-record 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

How would you like to build a thriving business around your passion? Well, the good news is that you can. You can make that happen. There is a lot of confidence that comes when you start to do your own thing. And we have a wonderful example on the show here today. Helen Marshall is a certified primal health coach and founder of the grain-free food company, Primal Alternative. Helen hosts the Primal Alternative podcast on the Wellness Couch which is the #1 ranked health and wellness podcast station in Australia. On this show with Helen, we’re chatting about: How to create a business doing what you love How delicious cookies can help a new diet stick Overcoming fears around what we think we’re capable of How to feed your kids a wild diet Why we should be growing a veggie patch Why the easiest way to people’s hearts is through their belly And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/helen-marshall-delicious-cookies-entrepreneurship-how-to-feed-kids-a-wild-diet 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 feeling a little on edge lately? You're not the only one. But be honest now, do you think technology is helping you or hurting you? These are critical questions, especially in the age of lockdowns and censorship. But thankfully, we have fellow health crusaders to help us navigate this increasingly fear-based landscape. Returning to the show this week is Dr. David Perlmutter, a Board-Certified Neurologist and five-time New York Times bestselling author. I'm thrilled to say that joining us, as well, is his son, Dr. Austin Perlmutter, a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician and New York Times bestselling author. We’re discussing: How our health, relationships, and even our thinking has been damaged by modern culture How our minds have been hijacked by technocrats Easy tips for reclaiming your brain health Simple tools to help you think more clearly And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/drs-david-austin-perlmutter-what-to-do-about-mental-hijacking-simple-tools-to-think-more-clearly 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

Did you know that over 600,000 people die of heart disease in the U.S. every year? That’s an astounding 1 out of every 4 deaths. Well today we’re here with one of my old friends from Austin, Texas, Mr. Carl Swanson, a man who somehow stubbornly survived 5 heart attacks and turned his health around for the better. Carl is a former army Scout for a tank battalion with the 9th Infantry Division, he’s worked for Dell and CNN, and is a self-starter who’s done everything from being a tour guide, owning a food cart, and even starting a cheesecake business. And no joke, Carl’s cheesecakes are some of the best I’ve ever had—you’ll hear a bit about that on today’s show. We’re chatting about: How to reclaim your health after 5 heart attacks Food and service entrepreneurship in Austin, TX Ham Jam, a community-food music-based get together Why we should embrace our weirdness The secret to the best cheesecake in the world And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/carl-swanson-community-ham-jam-cheesecake-surviving-5-heart-attacks 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

Tried an elimination diet yet? You’ve likely heard a lot of buzz around the carnivore diet, it's come up a few times on this show. The way I think about elimination diets, is that you're fasting from certain food categories. When you give yourself a break, all of a sudden your immune system can calm down and do the exact work that it needs to do to keep you safe—instead of causing all sorts of problems for you or attacking your own body, in the case of auto-immune conditions. You don't want your health to be getting low at this point, with everything that we're up against. So, let's add to your bag of tricks today—Dr. Paul Saladino is joining us on the show. Dr. Saladino is a certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, he hosts the Fundamental Health podcast, and just released his brand new book, The Carnivore Code. On today’s show, we’re covering... The benefits of elimination diets Nutrient density of eating nose-to-tail How to source good quality meats, eggs and bones Voting with your fork and wallet Cost and practicality of the Carnivore Diet And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-paul-saladino-the-carnivore-diet-functional-medicine-eating-raw-brains 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

As a collective, are we getting smarter or dumber? Let’s be honest. Intelligence—the capacity for learning, logic, understanding, critical thinking, planning, self-awareness, problem solving, emotional knowledge, reasoning, creativity—is a whole brain-body phonomenon. And in order to harness your natural intelligence, it’s important to support your brain and body with the right foods, and turn down other inputs, like pollution and toxins that can drag us down. Well, I’m happy to say that returning to the show today is our friend Mr. Max Lugavere. Max is a filmmaker, health and science journalist, host of The Genius Life podcast, and New York Times bestselling author of Genius Foods. And on today’s show, we’re chatting about: How to eat for your brain health Why it’s important to eat the rainbow (and not the sugary Skittles kind) The metabolic "free ride" of protein How to get smarter in a confusing and divisive time And much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/max-lugavere-brain-health-eating-the-rainbow-how-to-get-smarter-over-time-instead-of-dumber 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 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

According to brain scans, refined sugar and artificially intense sweetness is more addictive than cocaine. If that sounds crazy, consider this: In the early 1900’s, the Average American ate 5 pounds of sugar per year. Pretty reasonable, right? By 2000, the Average American was eating 150 pounds of sugar per year. That’s 30 times more sugar! To help us sort it out, we’re here with Dr. Vera Tarman, the author of Food Junkies: Recovery from Food Addiction. She dropped a 100 pounds and kept it off for over 12 years, and counting. Dr. Tarman is the Medical Director of one of Canada’s largest treatment centers for substance abuse, and she’s spearheaded two unique programs for food addiction. And on this show with Dr. Vera Tarman, we’re chatting about: How she dropped 100 pounds... and kept it off Overcoming food addiction Connection between alcoholism and anorexia How the food industry engineers food to be as addictive as possible And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-vera-tarman-overcoming-food-addiction-how-she-dropped-100-pounds-and-kept-it-off 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.

Here’s a question for you, and be honest now: How much time per day is your phone in your hand? According to smartphone usage statistics, the average smartphone user checks their device 63 times per day. And get this, 22% of us are checking our devices every few minutes, while about half look at their phone a few times per hour. Are all those bleeps and bloops interrupting your day and interrupting your story? There are many things you can do to help improve the situation and adapt to this modern world. And to help us figure it all out, we're here with our friend Aaron Alexander. Aaron is a pioneering manual therapist and movement coach whose clients range from A-list Hollywood celebrities to pro athletes and everyone in between. He’s author of the new Align Method book and host of the top-rated Align Podcast, which is way more spiritual than it sounds. And on today’s show, we’re chatting about: * Benefits of exercising outdoors to increase creativity and reduce stress * The importance of good posture * How to increase muscle growth without compromising balance * Why you should get out of your chair and play like a kid * And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/aaron-alexander-benefits-of-exercising-outdoors-to-increase-creativity-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.

Did you know that playing music and learning to play an instrument boosts cognitive function, and enhances the brain's ability to master tasks involving language skills, memory, and attention? Music can also help reduce stress, and even lower blood pressure. We’re only starting to understand the benefits of learning, playing, and listening to music, and today we’re here with a fellow-musician friend, Chase Barron. Chase is a self-described geeky, artistic computer nerd from Pittsburgh. He’s a highly-caffeinated, bike-commuter with an affinity for alternative rock music and a slight obsession with health/nutrition. Chase is a designer by day and rocks out with his band by night, and they actually just released their first studio album. Today, Chase is here on the show talking about how to balance the mental stress of a day job and passion-driven side job, how to mitigate the effects of heavy screen time, and tons more. On this show with Chase Barron we cover: Tips on mitigating the effects of heavy screen time Why music is good for your mind, body and soul How to get a decent meal at a gas station And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/chase-barron-why-music-is-good-for-your-mind-body-soul/ 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

Have you played outside today? A recent survey of 12,000 adults and children in the U.S. shows that many of us have lost our close connection with nature. Today, I have the very special privilege of introducing one of my very best friends from all time. Mr. Trevor Lowell. Trev and I go so far back that he literally taught me how to ride a bike without training wheels and blow bubbles in bubble gum. I'm not making that up. These days, Trevor Lowell is the Farm to Institution Program Manager for the State of Vermont's Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets, where he works as an educator and administrator. He's also a man of many talents, a great writer, an avid outdoorsman, and he knows how to play when he has to. Trevor has his M.A. in Food Studies from New York University, and has worked in a wide variety of capacities across the food system: from a goat milker on an organic dairy in Montana, to a food policy researcher in New York City. And today he’s talking with us about food policies, sustainable diets, and how to find peace and happiness by getting outdoors. On this show with Trevor Lowell, you’re about to learn: Why soda is the #1 commodity purchased through the SNAP food program Surprising background into how our food system is actually governed How to better vote with our forks Why protecting and preserving wild landscapes is critical to our happiness And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/trevor-lowell-subsidies-for-soda-sustainable-diets-how-to-have-fun-outside/

Once upon a time, a music producer—who was also a coach on American Idol—found himself bed ridden, weighing almost 300 pounds at just 51 years old... But on August 1, 2015, James decided to make a change. This was a critical moment in his journey to lose 100 pounds and take his life back. Every so often I get a note from one of you that affects me deeply. And recently I've been getting a lot of those, especially because I've opened up a little bit and had that emotional show where I described my near-death experience from carbon monoxide poisoning, just a few weeks ago. One of the people who helped me through that turned out to be James Lugo, the guest this week. He sent me an email last year that went straight to my heart, and I’m looking forward to him sharing more of his story with you today. James Lugo is a musician, Producer, and Vocal Coach out of Nashville. He’s one of the most sought-after vocal coaches in the music industry, including his work on American Idol as an analyst and coach. He’s a very talented dude. I took vocal lessons with him for several months this summer, and he even helped edit the audiobook for Designer Babies Still Get Scabies. Hang around to the end of the interview and I’ll even share a couple poems from the audiobook with you. On this show with James, we’re chatting about: How to overcome food addiction and urges to binge Staying fit and healthy in the entertainment business What James learned about weight loss in the 80s that hurt him How to prep 19 meals in 60 minutes Exercises for singers that everyone should do The benefits of being in shape for music and performing And tons more… Read the full show notes: https://fatburningman.com/james-lugo-how-to-overcome-binge-eating-drop-over-100-pounds/ 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

Do you know how the media you’re consuming is affecting your brain and mood? When you’re around negative news, stressed colleagues, and minute-to-minute stock updates, even if you’re not consciously listening to it, your amygdala is on overdrive, and this can lead to subconscious fears, stress and anxiety. But with a dab of neuroscience, common sense and self-expression, we can rise above the craziness we seem to find ourselves in. And returning to the show to help us get this figured out is Dr. Srini Pillay. In this episode with Dr. Srini Pillay, we’re chatting about: What to do about burnout, depression and anxiety Why we should get into the zone of experimentation How to be different and get away with it And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/dr-srini-pillay-what-to-do-about-burnout-how-to-get-away-with-being-different Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman

Did you know that in the U.S. every single year more than 50,000 people are poisoned by carbon monoxide gas? It's a crazy high number and a lot of people are only somewhat familiar as to what carbon monoxide is and what effects it has on the human body. It's very much a different beast from carbon dioxide. Let's get into it. Carbon monoxide (CO) is often referred to as “The Silent Killer”. It's a colorless, odorless gas that can cause severe brain damage, and ultimately lead to death; and a lot of times this happens completely invisibly. You can't see it, you can't smell it, you can't taste it, but carbon monoxide is responsible for hundreds of deaths in the U.S. each year. And it almost killed me too, and my family, as much as it chills me to say that. Subscribers on the newsletter know a little bit about this... But when I disappeared from the internet about four months ago, I had no idea that there was a toxic gas leak in the rental house. I’ll share more in today’s episode. You're about to hear... Simple steps you can take to protect your family against carbon monoxide poisoning Improvements you can make to the air quality in your home or office Fun and effective methods of detoxing from toxic poisoning And tons more... Read the full show notes: https://fatburningman.com/thanksgiving-update-air-quality-fun-ways-to-detox-a-13-gadget-that-could-save-your-life Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman

Over the past few months, many of you have reached out and asked “Why did Abel unexpectedly disappear from the internet?” “Is he ever coming back?” “...Wait a second, why is his hair so impossibly long right now?” The truth is, Alyson and I spent the past several months recovering our health and focusing on finding a new place to live. It's a long, sticky and scary story, and a really close call. I’ll explain more in an upcoming episode. The good news is that we're still quite alive, we found a place to live, at least for now, and we can finally get back to creating new shows for you. Today, we’re releasing an Ask Me Anything that I actually recorded several months ago, before this whole near death experience debacle. We cover a lot in this episode. I’ll be doing a lot more of these livestreams and AMA’s in the weeks ahead, so be sure to sign up for my newsletter to make sure you don’t miss out. Ok, here goes. In this Ask Me Anything, we’ll cover: Longer fasts that last 3 - 5 days What to steer clear of when it comes to seafood How to kick-start fat-burning again after losing 170 pounds Tips on getting quality sleep How to start incorporating deep breathing and mindfulness Why jumping rope isn’t just for little girls And tons more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/3-day-fasts-dirty-seafood-why-jumping-rope-isnt-just-for-little-girls-ama-livestream