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It's our 500th episode! We actually passed this milestone a while back, because I didn't start out naming the Q&A episodes, but this is "officially" episode 500! On top of that, today is Primal Potential's 4th anniversary! The very most important thing on this day is YOU! From the bottom of my heart - thank you for being a part of the Primal Potential family. There would be no Primal Potential without you. For every email you've sent, for every episode you've listened to & blog you've read - thank you! I cannot to see the changes we make together over the next 500 episodes! We are really extending the celebration over here! I asked you all what you wanted to hear for the 500 episode and you gave so many great suggestions. Some of you wanted to hear an update episode with me & my mom. That aired in episode 497. Some of you wanted to hear success stories from clients who have created transformations. One of those aired in episode 498 and another is coming in episode 501. Some of you asked to interview me and that's what we're doing today! For episode 500, the Primal Potential Masters Club has turned the table and they are asking me about Primal Potential, my struggles and successes and where I want the podcast to go from here! I hope you and enjoy it & thanks so much for helping me celebrate! https://primalpotential.com/500/

Every week, I have a live Q&A webinar with clients in my 12 Weeks to Transformation groups. This past week, there was an obvious theme to the questions that came up: guilt. In today's episode, we're talking about guilt that stems from the story we create around our choices. We unlock a powerful truth: you create the story. You can always create a new one. You are the master story teller and meaning maker in your life. As you create these stories are food, alcohol, relationships, workouts or anything else - how do you feel? How do you feel when you believe those thoughts? Do you want to continue to endorse that belief? In today's episode I'm sharing part of the challenge I gave my clients. I had them do 3 things: Identify a story that isn't working and/or doesn't reflect what you want Define a new story Practice the new story daily in both thought and action This is an episode you won't want to miss! https://primalpotential.com/499/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks to Transformation! Oxo Salad Chopper Give Thrive Market a try & save on your favorite fat loss friendly foods plus get great deals on home & personal care products! Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an additional 25% on your first order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

We have so much to celebrate this week! We're closing in on our 500th episode and it's also Primal Potential's 4 year anniversary! Last week I asked you all how you wanted to celebrate the 500th episode and many of you suggested hear from some of my clients who have created success and change. Today we're doing just that! You're going to hear from Amber - a working mom who has lost 120 pounds in the last 18 months. While that's crazy impressive, the weight loss isn't the primary change she made. In fact, the weight loss is a result of the changes she made to the way she thinks. She's going to share how she made these changes and some of the biggest mindset tools that are helping her along the way. https://primalpotential.com/498/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Episode 497 - Family Dynamics and Relationships Follow me on Instagram

What a special episode! Today I'm sharing a conversation with both my mom & my sister where we answer a handful of questions from the Primal Potential Masters Club & my summer 12 Weeks to Transformation Veterans. We talked about their perspective on my weight struggles and how our relationships have been challenged by them. We talked about how we have grown and changed as a family and what they have learned from the podcast. I am so grateful for this episode and it's definitely one of my favorites! https://primalpotential.com/497/ Resources: Episode 204: My Mom Is On The Show! Episode 211: Me & My Sister Barukas Nuts Check out Thrive Market! Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an extra 25% on your first order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

The other day, I got a wonderful question via Instagram direct message. Here's what it said: "You're younger than I am and you have your stuff figured OUT!!! How did you get to the point where you stopped binging, stopped making excuses and got consistent?" I still make excuses. I just have a practice of challenging them and demanding of myself the whole truth. In today's episode, I'm giving some examples of how I do that so I can be stronger than my excuses. Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/496/ Resources: Problem & Practice Blog Episode 168 on Journaling Episode 206 on Journaling Give Thrive Market a try! Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an extra 25% on your first order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

All or nothing is about cycles of intensity & avoidance. All or nothing approaches to fat loss overlook the key to success: consistent execution of the basics. We love dramatic approaches that create dramatic results, even if they aren't sustainable. Here's the thing: it's not sexy, it's not glamorous and it's not exciting but it is both effective and sustainable: know your basics and ruthlessly pursue consistency. In today's episode we're talking about what it looks like when we skip the basics and pursue intensity and how to create a much more effective approach. https://primalpotential.com/495/ Resources: Primal Potential Episode 369: Chasing Excellence Chasing Excellence by Ben Bergeron Follow me on Instagram

The other day, I posted on Instagram that more often than not, it's our internal conditions that need to change, not our external ones. We're so quick to place blame on our external circumstances: we don't have enough time, we don't have enough money. Our work schedule is crazy. We don't have enough support. However, when you realize that your lack of progress & lack of consistency are more about your internal conditions than your external ones, you're in a major place of power. Your internal conditions include your thoughts, words, attitude & perspective, to name a few. In today's episode, we're diving into the how of this. How, exactly, do we do this work to change our internal conditions? I've got you covered! Tune in! https://primalpotential.com/494/ Resources: Join the Summer 2018 Motivation Mixup Hop on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation New to Thrive Market? Register through this link and you'll save an additional 25% on your first order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram to see my routine meals & workouts

What is CBD? Does it get you high? Can it get you high? CBD refers to cannabidiol and is a non-psychoactive component of cannabis. Not only does CBD not make you feel "high", it actually can block the "high" triggered by the psycho-active component, THC. The reason we're looking at CBD is due to it's anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety and endocrine-supporting properties. We'll talk about what CBD is, what it isn't, how it works, the body systems it influences and how it can be used. https://primalpotential.com/493/ Resources: Join the 2018 Modified Summer Session Hop on the wait list for the fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Mary's Nutritionals Give Thrive Market a try! Make sure to register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save an extra 25% on your first order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Products mentioned in today's episode: Dang Unsweetened Coconut Chips Nutiva MCT Oil Follow me on Instagram

Today's episode is a hybrid - part book club episode, part manifesto on your ability, independent of all circumstances, to create change. I read an amazing book called You Are The Placebo and it came to mind immediately when I got a couple of critical comments about episode 490 of the podcast. That episode garnered over 400 emails, text messages, direct messages & social media comments from people who found it helpful and inspiring. It also garnered two critical comments from listeners. Both felt they needed to inform me that depression isn't a choice. Interestingly, I agree and never said it was. I do, however, believe that in every circumstance, we DO have power to create change. That is what we are diving into, especially the science behind our thoughts, in today's episode. This is, without question, one of my favorite recent episodes! Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/492/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation You Are The Placebo Episode 490: Joy, Pain, Progress & Depression Follow me on Instagram

Getting out of debt changed my life. I had no idea that working towards a financial goal would have such a profound impact on health, motivation and fitness, but it did. Some of the biggest lessons I've learned in life came from getting out of debt. The same is true of working out. Building a habit of going to the gym and embracing fitness has taught me lessons about hard work, consistency and stepping out of my comfort zone. Many of these lessons have come directly from CrossFit and while they were learned in the gym, they've changed my life outside of the gym! https://primalpotential.com/491/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the 2018 Fat 12 Weeks To Transformation Episode 035: Fitness For Fat Loss Episode 189: Facts About Fitness Trackers & Heart Rate Monitors Episode 160: Fat To Fit - Fitness Episode 215: 6 Ways To Get More Out Of Your Workout Episode 408: Incorporating Fitness & Staying Motivated Follow me on Instagram

Change can be hard. It can be frustrating. It can feel lonely. For much of my life I felt exhausted by work I hadn't even yet done...I felt like the road ahead of me was impossible. I have no doubt that those feelings contributed to depression & isolation. I could absolutely still choose that perspective. I could choose to upset myself by fixating on what I don't yet have, on how far I have to go, on the gap between where I am and where I want to be and the work I'll have to do to change. Fortunately, I choose a dramatically different perspective and my new perspective makes change dramatically easier and prevents me from experiencing depressive symptoms. Like many of you, I've been moved by the recent high profile celebrity suicides. In today's episode, I'm talking about pleasure, pain, joy and depression. Even if depression isn't something you're struggling with, this episode might help you help someone you love. I hope you'll listen. https://primalpotential.com/490/ If you or someone you know needs assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to the suicide prevention hotline. More information can be found here. Resources: Hop on the wait list for the fall 2018 12 Weeks to Transformation! Follow me on Instagram

There are hundreds of fat loss strategies. Many of them are nutrition strategies. There are also mindset strategies, lifestyle strategies and fitness strategies. In today's episode, we're taking a tactical look at the most important & effective nutrition strategy for both fat loss and energy. This strategy will not only support your fat loss goals but also your overall health, your body's inflammatory response, your hunger, cravings, mood and energy levels. Don't miss this one. https://primalpotential.com/489/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Episode 316: Wired To Eat Episode 195: Golden Rules of Carbs & Fat Loss Robb Wolf: Wired To Eat The blood glucose monitor I use Follow me on Instagram New to Thrive Market? Register via thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save 25% on your first order and get free shipping! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership.

Friends, I am really excited for today's episode! If you are struggling to stay motivated, this conversation about change being hard versus not changing being hard is one you need to hear. Is it really hard or is it an easier life that is simply unpracticed & unfamiliar? That's what we're exploring today! Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/488/ Resources: Hop on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation! Follow me on Instagram

It is so important to challenge yourself & step out of your comfort zone. If you want to create change in your life, you have to create change in your choices. In today's episode, I'm introducing 5 ways you can challenge yourself today, this week and this month. Plus, I'm doing a giveaway to encourage you to embrace these challenges (with a great attitude!) To be eligible to win a Thrive Market or Amazon giftcard, you'll need to do the follow prior to June 15th 2018: Follow @elizabethbenton on Instagram Tag @elizabethbenton in a post of a screenshot of or quote from your favorite Primal Potential podcast episode Include in the caption the way you successfully challenged yourself for a day or week If you want to give Thrive Market a try, make sure to register though thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save 25% and get free shipping on your first order plus a free 30-day trial membership! To join the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks to Transformation, please click here. https://primalpotential.com/487/

We've been talking a lot lately about this idea of your personal brand and rebranding yourself in a way that raises your performance to a higher standard. In episode 480 I introduced the idea for a Primal Potential rebrand and in episodes 481, 484 and 485 I shared some of my Masters Club clients rebrands. Those episodes generated a TON of enthusiasm & excitement as well as a bunch of questions. In today's episode, we're answering those questions including: Elizabeth, what's your brand? What motivates you? We'll also tackle on some seemingly unrelated questions about working out, the microbiome and how frequently we indulge. https://primalpotential.com/486/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Give Thrive Market and their new meat & seafood boxes a try! Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an extra 25% and get free shipping on your first order. Plus, you'll get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

This episode is explicit. This is a real conversation with a client who has struggled with body shame, self-criticism and simply being unkind to herself. While working on a personal rebrand, we have a candid conversation about where she has held her treatment of others to a different standard than the one she has for herself. It's not right. More than that, it's taking joy from her life and causing her pain. Most importantly: it's self-inflicted which means she can create a change right now. If you are sensitive to strong language, this isn't the right episode for you. If you're ready for a bit of fire and truth, take a listen! https://primalpotential.com/485/ Resources: Follow me on Instagram Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation

Last week, I had a powerful call with one of my Primal Potential Masters Club friends. We were talking about how she wanted to rebrand herself. We're doing this to give us a great sense of certainty & direction that will help in all our many moments of decision making. Hotel behemoth MGM recently decided to rebrand themselves. In their video, they clarify their new brand: "We're not in the hotel business. We're in the holy sh*t business". Having that clarity in their brand makes all their decisions easier. As they decide what should be in their lobby, what the guest rooms should look like, what their restaurants should serve and which books they should act, they will be guided by their brand: we are in the holy sh*t business. So, those of us in the Primal Potential Masters Club are doing the same. Today, I'm sharing with you one of those conversations. I know you're going to love it! https://primalpotential.com/484/ Resources Watch that MGM commercial - it's going to fire you up! Episode 480: Transformation Is Now Follow me on Instagram

What are the narratives you escape to that have nothing to do with what you're trying to achieve and where you're trying to go? In today's episode, we're pointing out where you're giving your energy & thought that simply isn't relevant. It's either attaching you to a problem or past pattern or it's keeping you from stepping into the solution. If you're struggling to get out of your head, out of your way and make consistent progress towards your goals, you don't want to miss today's short episode! https://primalpotential.com/483/ Resources: Get on the Wait List for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Follow me on Instagram

We have more bacterial cells than human cells. We have more bacterial DNA than human DNA. There is no question that our microbiome has a massive impact on every single aspect of health. If there is an issue with your bacterial diversity or quantity, it will have an impact on your health. The bacteria, viruses and fungi that make up your microbiome play a massive role in digestion, metabolism and body composition, but that's not all. They are a major player in immunity, mood, cognitive ability, heart health, inflammation and more. In today's episode we're looking deep into the impact of the microbiome and what we can do about it! https://primalpotential.com/482/ Resources: Get on the Wait List for the Fall 12 Weeks to Transformation! Episode 055: Probiotics for Health & Fat Loss Episode 432: How Your Microbiome Can Help You Burn Fat Q&A 7: Cholesterol Is Not the Culprit 075: How Much Fat Is Too Much Fat? 325: Which Fats To Avoid & Why 424: Dietary Fat & Blood Lipid Concerns Episode 048: Leverage Your Genes To Fit In Your Genes 046: Water Filters & Hydration Want to give Thrive Market a try? Register through http://thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to get free shipping and save 25% on your first order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

As I shared in episode 480, I'm working to help my Master's Club clients create new personal brands. It's an amazingly fun project & today I'm sharing a bit of it with you! One of my clients felt that she needed more control. The thing is, we already have all the control we need. There is, however, a difference between having control and taking control. Listen to the episode for more! https://primalpotential.com/481/ Resources: The MGM commercial Episode 480: Transformation Is Now Follow me on Instagram

It's not about becoming someone different. It's about, in any moment, choosing to BE different. Choosing something different. Transformation is later. It's not after weight loss. It's not down the road. It's a choice you make in every moment. I don't want to give a long intro to this episode. Simply, you need to hear it. Make the time. It matters. https://primalpotential.com/480/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation group coaching program! Follow me on Instagram

Today, I'm talking to you. Not a group of you, just you. You are capable of infinitely more than you think you are. In every situation, you are response-able. You are able, in any moment, to choose a strong, positive response. I'm sharing this with you today, in this way, so you have this as a tool in your toolbox when you need it most. Enjoy! https://primalpotential.com/479/ Resources: The wait list is now open for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation coaching group! Hop on the list now to learn more and get the first opportunity to apply & enroll! Want more motivation? Episode 284: The Year Of You Cinco De Mayo Meal New to Thrive Market? Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to get free shipping and an extra 25% off your first order! Plus, you'll get a free 30-day trial membership!

Today I'm answering YOUR questions! I really see this as OUR show and one of my primary objectives is to give you want you need. I want to help you overcome your challenges and excuses. I want to help you make progress towards your goals. One of the ways I can do that is by addressing what's on your mind and what's going on in your life. In today's episode, I'm answering questions you've sent in, including: How do you stay motivated after you've made considerable progess? What are your fears? Do you need to eat every 2-3 hours to maintain blood sugar? I really struggle with moderation. Is it possible to change that mindset or is that just the way I am? Do you ever have a bad day? What does that look like? What are your personal tools for persevering in a negative environment? Don't miss this episode! Make sure to let me know if you have questions! https://primalpotential.com/478/ Resources: Join the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Wait List 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 1 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 2 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 3 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 4 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 5 Follow Me On Instagram

Today I'm answering YOUR questions! I really see this as OUR show and one of my primary objectives is to give you want you need. I want to help you overcome your challenges and excuses. I want to help you make progress towards your goals. One of the ways I can do that is by addressing what's on your mind and what's going on in your life. In today's episode, I'm answering questions you've sent in, including: What's my love language? What are my go-to snacks? What are my pet peeves? What's my approach to pre and post workout nutrition? What are the 3-5 changes I'd make immediately if I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? If you have questions you'd like me to weigh in on or topics you want my take on, go ahead and leave them in the comments or shoot me an email! I'll be doing a part 2 episode soon! https://primalpotential.com/477/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman Lumberjack Coffee Co 046: Water - What You Need To Know for Health & Fat Loss Jessie Mundell - To Birth & Beyond Brazil Nuts from Thrive Market* Episode 476: Food as Medicine - Brazil Nuts Almonds from Thrive Market* Cashews from Thrive Market* Artisana Coconut Butter from Thrive Market* *If you want to give Thrive Market a try, make sure to register through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can get free shipping & save an extra 25% on your first order! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership!

"Let food be thy medicine & medicine be thy food" ~ Hippocrates Today we're taking a look at another food that can deliver medicinal benefis. Brazil nuts, largely because of their high selenium content, have a huge impact on thyroid health & inflammation. Beyond that, they can improve sperm production & motility, increase HDL cholesterol and combat depression! Guess what? Brazil nuts aren't actually nuts! They are seeds from a larger nut. I had no idea!! The nut looks a lot like a coconut and inside are encapsulated seeds - the things we consider brazil nuts! Tune in to hear who should eat some brazil nuts, who shouldn't, what you want to look for when you're buying them and how many is too many! https://primalpotential.com/476/ Resources: 450: Food As Medicine - Coconut 458: Food As Medicine - Turmeric 466: Food As Medicine - Sulfur Thrive Market: Brazil Nuts New to Thrive Market? Make sure to register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can get free shipping and save an additional 25% on your first order! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

I don't watch much television but I really enjoy Showtime's Billions. On a recent episode, Wendy Rhoades, an in-house psychiatrist for a prominent hedge fund, is counseling a one of the firm's executives. The executive is struggling because the firm profited from a major disaster. It was a moral struggle and a question of right and wrong. Wendy was clear & direct. She said, when you're here, "mind the truth that makes you money". I paused the show and wrote it down. We find ourselves in all sorts of true moments. We want the cookies. A second glass of wine would taste amazing. We're tired. All true, right? There are truths that take us in all directions. Truths that keep is where we are. Truths that move us forward. Truths that take us further from our goals. In today's episode we're riffing off that idea from Billions: mind the truth that moves you forward. Don't miss this motivational minisode! https://primalpotential.com/475/ Resources: Breaking Barriers What is Breaking Barriers? Follow me on Instagram Want to give Thrive Market a try? Make sure to register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save an extra 25% on your first order! Plus, you'll get free shipping on that initial order and a free 30-day trial membership!

Want to know how to eat carbs without getting fat? Today's episode is all about what happens when you eat carbs and strategies for eating them in a way that reduces the chances they'll be converted to & stored as fat. Plus, we'll talk about the common mistakes that create an internal environment where even small amounts of carbs you consume are converted to & stored as fat. Carbs aren't bad. That's just not true. The flip side of that is that they are not an essential fuel source, despite what you might have heard. They are, however, quite yummy and can be enjoyed in a way that doesn't lead to weight gain. We're clearing all this up in today's episode so don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/474/ Resources: Q&A 2: What's Your Carb Tolerance 170: 3 Ways To Improve Your Carb Tolerance 199: 3 Stages of Carb Intolerance 009: Carb Spillover 378: Is High Protein Metabolically High Carb? Follow Me On Instagram Are you on the free VIP email list?! Click here to join for recipes, motivation and strategies for taking your life & health to the next level!

Do you ever read something that makes you immediately level up your actions or effort? I sure do and I love it when that happens! I'm no longer intrigued by things that sound nice. I'm only intrigued by things I can act on immediately. I'm intrigued by things that help me improve what I do & how I act. My mind is full of ideas. I think we need to know less but do more. Today's episode is about something that moved me to action and immediately increased my effort. It's an Instagram post from CrossFit athlete Dan Bailey. After injury and surgery, here's what he had to say: "Currently a little over 3 weeks out from surgery after rupturing my quad tendon. Still pretty swollen but it's getting better every week. Progress isn't measured in lbs and kilos but centimeters of knee flexion and reduction in swelling (that and setting a goal to bench 4 wheels). Everyday starts with a POD attitude (performance on demand @tosh.crookedbutterfly) meaning, this is the best your going to feel today, even though your knee looks like a softball, that doesn't really matter, performance is still demanded, so what can you do mentally, physically and spiritually to increase your work capacity? I'd be lying if I said this is what happens everyday but it's what I shoot for." What can you do mentally, physically & spiritually to increase your work capacity? This challenged me and made my day better. Today's episode will do the same for you. Take a listen! https://primalpotential.com/473/ Resources Breaking Barriers Episode 284: The Year of You Follow me on Instagram Are you on the free VIP list? Jump on it!

If you want to change your body, you have to change your mind. Your thoughts and perspectives drive your choices & too many people are trying to white-knuckle improved choices without making the adjustment that truly drives change: changing your mind. In today's episode we're talking about making a shift away from a serious detractor from success: searching for solutions outside yourself. It's a distraction and your journey becomes about everything and everyone other than YOU. https://primalpotential.com/472/ Resources: Episode 391: Motivation Masterclass Episode 464: The Most Important Thing Episode 284: The Year Of You Make sure you're on the free Primal Potential VIP list! Don't miss a single moment of motivation, strategy or a great fat loss recipe! Follow me on Instagram

We live in the information age. Anyone with an opinion can share it with the world and that has led to some major nutrition misunderstandings. Some of these keep us from losing weight, make change harder or keep us from taking action. We're clearing them up today! We're tackling a whole bunch of topics including: Why eating every few hours isn't needed to "keep your metabolism going" Why urinary ketones might not reflect ketosis Misleading information about muscle loss when fasting Make sure you're on the free VIP email list so you don't miss out on motivation, recipes and success strategies! https://primalpotential.com/471/ Resources Episode 469: Is Extended Fasting Healthy? Episode 470: Anti-Aging Strategies for Fat Loss Keto Mojo Blood Ketone Monitor Follow me on Instagram Give Thrive Market a try! When you register though thrivemarket.com/primalpotential you'll save an extra 25% + get free shipping on your 1st order. But that's not all! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership.

It's another book club episode! Today we're diving into anti-aging strategies for fat loss & health inside Naomi Whittel's book Glow 15. If you want to feel better, have more energy, look younger, live longer and burn fat, listen to this episode and then go grab the book! https://primalpotential.com/470/ Resources: Glow 15 by Naomi Whittel Episode 466: Food As Medicine - Sulfur Episode 469: Is Extended Fasting Healthy Follow me on Instagram Episode 137: Always Hungry Episode 195: Golden Rules of Carbs & Fat Loss

It's another book club episode! Today we're diving into anti-aging strategies for fat loss & health inside Naomi Whittel's book Glow 15. If you want to feel better, have more energy, look younger, live longer and burn fat, listen to this episode and then go grab the book! https://primalpotential.com/470/ Resources: Glow 15 by Naomi Whittel Episode 466: Food As Medicine - Sulfur Episode 469: Is Extended Fasting Healthy Follow me on Instagram Episode 137: Always Hungry Episode 195: Golden Rules of Carbs & Fat Loss

Is extended fasting healthy? Will it put you in starvation mode, lower your metabolism and make you burn muscle? What are the benefits of extended fasting? Who should do it? Who shouldn't? What are the benefits? How do you do it? What can you eat? What can't you eat? How long should a fast be? Is 1 day enough? How long do I have to fast to get benefits? So many questions about extended fasting and we're tackling them today! Plus, I'll be sharing details of my recent 7 day fast including why I did it, how I felt, what benefits I experienced, if I'd do it again and how I broke my fast. If you're curious, interested or even skeptical, make sure to check out this episode! https://primalpotential.com/469/ Resources: The Complete Guide To Fasting by Dr. Jason Fung & Jimmy Moore Pink Himalayan Sea Salt from Thrive Market EPIC Bone Broth If you decide to give Thrive Market a try, make sure you go through the link: thrivemarket.com/primalpotential because you'll save an additional 25% + get free shipping on your first order AND you'll get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram! Join 12 Weeks To Transformation!

The other night I hosted a free, live webinar to share 3 specific changes you can make TODAY to make creating change in your life easier. The reality is, we're making it too hard. Maybe we don't even realize there's an easier way, but there is. If you take the time to listen, I have no doubt you'll make faster progress and it will feel like less of a struggle or fight against yourself. https://primalpotential.com/468/ Resources: Watch the video here Join the Spring 12 weeks to transformation! Follow EB on Instagram

One of my favorite parts of my 12 week coaching groups is when I get to chat on the phone with people, talk about where they are at and collaborate on creating solutions. Last week I had a powerful conversation about how our thoughts & words are like a compass - the point us in a given direction. We can really accelerate our progress when we consider the direction in which a given thought or declaration points us. In this conversation, my client shared that she was often writing in her journal, "The day is already off to a bad start." Given that all declarations are directional and that declaration is a compass - which direction does that declaration point to? Certainly not the way she wants to go... I think you're really going to enjoy this conversation! https://primalpotential.com/467/

Ready for another Food As Medicine episode? I'm really psyched for this one because I'm VERY passionate about sulfur-rich veggies like brussels sprouts & broccoli. I have no doubt that they have transformed my health. Today we are talking about everything from skin health to metabolism, detoxification, hormones, arthritis & asthma. Plus, we'll go into how you can make these veggies super delicious if you're not usually a big veggie fan. https://primalpotential.com/466/ Resources: Register for the Making Change Easier webinar! Follow me on Instagram Food as Medicine: Coconut Food as Medicine: Turmeric Join the free Primal Potential VIP email EB's Cabbage Salad Bowl Previous episode: Carbohydrate Spillover Previous episode: Carbohydrate Tolerance Q&A 7: Cholesterol Is Not The Culprit 075: Cholesterol Myths

There is no circumstance that takes away your ever-present super power: the power of choice. No matter how much time you have, how much stress you're under, how upset you are or how inconsistent your past has been, you still hold the transformative power of choice. It's always with you. In today's episode we're talking about a major barrier to change: elevating your circumstances, diminishing yourself and convincing yourself that you are small & powerless in the face of things that happen to and around you. It's just not true. Today, we're taking your power back. Today, you'll refuse to diminish yourself and step into your power. https://primalpotential.com/465/ Resources: Work with EB this Spring! Episode 447: The Power of Convincing Shop at Thrive Market!

The other day I listened to Dan Heath share a story about college professors. It really moved me & inspired this episode. Here's a quick summary of the story he told. A group of college professors were asked what one or two things they'd want their students to remember 10 years later. Of all the things they'd teach, what was most important that they carry with them, understand or know how to do years into the future? The professors all shared their answers. Then, they were asked what percentage of their syllabus was dedicated to teaching that thing. Very little, it turned out. Not nearly enough. I thought about that question. If there was ONE SINGLE THING I could impress upon you guys with my podcast, one single skill, habit or mindset that I could guarantee you mastered and carried with you, what would it be? Today, I'm sharing that thing with you. I'm also promising to talk about & teach this thing much more regularly. Enjoy the episode! If you have questions or there are parts of it you want me to go more deeply into, make sure to leave a comment! https://primalpotential.com/464/ Resources Join the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track! Want to give Thrive Market a try? Register through the link thrivemarket.com/primalpotential & you'll save an extra 25% + get free shipping on your first order! Follow me on Instagram The Power of Moments by Chip & Dan Heath

Just because you could lose more weight or you want to lose more weight, doesn't mean you're a failure if you aren't seeing results. We need to stop being ashamed of maintenance or plateaus. We need to see them as critical parts of the process that shouldn't be fought or rushed. One of the best ways to ensure the change you've worked hard to create is permanent is to prove your ability to maintain it. Periods of maintenance can & should happen along the path to progress. Furthermore, it's beyond okay if weight loss isn't your objective at all times. You can have other priorities while you hold the line. I am super fired up to share today's episode with you. You've got to take a listen! https://primalpotential.com/463/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Spring 2018 Fat Loss Fast Track Follow me on Instagram

My travel habits used to be a complete nightmare. I'd binge in airports, overeat on roadtrips and justify every indulgence because I was out of my normal routine. All the while, I'd make myself empty (yet well intentioned) promises about how "on point" I'd be when I returned home. I'd return home from vacations, business trips or road trips feeling exhausted, defeated and tremendously disappointed in myself. I was both physically & emotionally heavier than when I had left. Because of this habit, I feared travel. I felt like it was impossible to make progress towards my goals, impossible to avoid derailing, when I was away from home. But, I successfully transformed my travel habits & in today's episode I'm going to share with you the steps I took to create the change. https://primalpotential.com/462/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Spring 2018 Fat Loss Fast Track! Avoiding Travel Trainwrecks Part 1 Artisana Coconut Butter Travel Packets Follow me on Instagram!

I used to fear travel. For me, based on my past experiences, travel was a time for overeating, overindulging, and making all sorts of pledges about how I'll "get serious" when I return home. I'd return exhausted, frustrated, feeling bad about my body and completely overwhelmed by all the changes I wanted to make. In the past few years, I have transformed my travel habits. Over the next two episodes I'll share how I made those changes (without restriction, deprivation or missing out) and I'll also address some of your biggest travel fears & frustrations. Thanks to everyone who shared questions and struggles for this episode! https://primalpotential.com/461/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track! Here are the products I mentioned I travel with from Thrive Market. If you give them a try, register through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save an extra 25% and get free shipping on your 1st order. You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership! Artisana Coconut Butter Travel Packs Phat Fudge EPIC Bars: Bison Almond Cranberry

Why is it that we hold others to higher standards than those to which we hold ourselves? Why is it unacceptable for others to break promises to us but we let ourselves off the hook for it every day? Is it not a little hypocritical to demand change from others before demanding it of ourselves? Today's episode is short and powerful. I hope you'll take a listen and then take action. https://primalpotential.com/460 Resources: Join the Wait List for the Spring 2018 Fat Loss Fast Track What is Breaking Barriers Check out Thrive Market! Curious about Butcher Box? Shop through Butcher Box Follow me on Instagram

Last week I was interviewed about the role of mindset - the way we think and make decisions - in our quest to create change. I talked about the most common mistakes I see that hold people back and some simple strategies to overcome them. Plus, I talk about my journey, my childhood and how I created massive change and improvement in my own life. When the full interview becomes available, I'll be sure to share on Instagram where you can find it. For now, this episode is a great one! https://primalpotential.com/459 Resources Join the Fat Loss Fast Track Spring 2018 wait list! Ready to change your mindset and make massive change? Enroll in Breaking Barriers - the self-guided e-course on overcoming self-limiting beliefs and getting out of your own way! What is Breaking Barriers?

I am beyond excited for this 2nd episode in the Food As Medicine series of the podcast! Today we are talking about turmeric and it's active components, curcuminoids. Curcumin has long been used to fight inflammation but it does so much more than that! We'll explore the role of turmeric in cell health, inflammation, skin health, depression, cognitive function and more! We'll differentiate between turmeric root and turmeric powder, talk about how to identify a quality supplement and I'll even share a few recipes. https://primalpotential.com/458/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track! Food As Medicine - Coconut Tomato & Turmeric Shot Blend 1 tsp of tomato paste with 1 cup hot water and 1/4 inch peeled turmeric root Tomato & Turmeric Root Soup Puree the following ingredients: 2 cups water 1 clove roasted garlic 1 inch peeled turmeric root 1 6 oz can tomato paste Here's the tomato paste I get from Thrive Market. If you register through the link thrivemarket.com/primalpotential you can save 25% on your first order and get free shipping and a free 30-day trial membership! Other turmeric products from Thrive Market: Golden Milk Adaptogen Blend

We've become too passive in our own lives. We go with the flow instead of stepping up to be in charge of the journey. Today's episode is a call to be warrior in your own life. It's a call to stop being a victim of your circumstances, to stop acting as if stepping into your potential is a burden or a chore - it is the purpose of your life and the path to a much more fulfilling version of yourself. Here's to becoming a warrior! https://primalpotential.com/457/ Resources: Breaking Barriers - Overcoming Emotional Eating The Emperor's Handbook - Marcus Aurelius Meditations - Marcus Aurelius 21 Day Sugar Detox Salmon Cakes Recipe Butcher Box Thrive Market Follow me on Instagram

Two completely random things inspired me this week. They reminded me of how I'm probably the least likely person on the planet to end up with a podcast about fat loss. My journey has been hard. It's been full of struggle. And yet, I'm here. "A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song" ~ Mike Posner I hope you'll take a listen to this inspired episode about my heart, my mission and my passion. https://primalpotential.com/456/ Resources: Breaking Barriers

For the past couple weeks, I've been challenging myself to eat more raw vegetables. I wanted to see if there was an impact on my digestion and my energy levels. There has been. In today's episode I'm going to talk about the pros & cons of raw vegetables, which ones you should eat raw and which ones are best prepared cooked (from a nutritional standpoint). I'm going to share the changes I've made recently, specifically how I'm incorporating raw vegetables and what benefits I've noticed. I hope you enjoy the episode! https://primalpotential.com/455/ Resources: Cabbage Salad Bowl Register for Thrive Market via thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an additional 25% and get free shipping on your first order (and a free 30-day trial membership!) Phat Fudge via Thrive Market Phat Fudge via Amazon Vitamix Blender

What does meditation have to do with weight loss? Anything? I say with strong conviction: a lot! First and foremost, meditation decreases cortisol levels. Chronically elevated cortisol levels impair decision making, increase hunger, increase cravings, impair sleep and blunt insulin responsiveness. But: meditation takes time. It's hard. Most people suck at it. Those are the most common objections I hear. If you've ever had those frustrations or if you've wondered about meditation, you will want to hear this episode! https://primalpotential.com/454/ Resources: Primal Potential Episode 453: The Impact of Stress Learn more about Transcendental Meditation or find an instructor near you Guided meditation with Tara Brach Headspace Insight Timer Follow me on Instagram

Two of the biggest threats to your metabolism & overall health are chronic stress and overeating. Interestingly, chronic stress drives overeating and overeating creates additional stress. It's what's known as a "feed forward" cycle. In today's episode we're talking about how stress (physical and emotional) drives appetite and cravings while impairing your ability to make sound decisions. Most importantly, we'll be talking about dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to not only reduce the chronic stressors in your life but also improve your response to them. https://primalpotential.com/453/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! Joovv Light Life Flo Magnesium Oil To give Thrive Market a try, use the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an additional 25% on your first order, get free shipping on that initial order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Subscribe to Primal Potential Daily Bites and listen to the daily messages on your Echo or Dot!

Earlier in the week, I shared a post on Instagram that got a lot of people talking. It said: create a life you don't need to escape from. I dove deeper into this idea that you need to create a life you don't want or need to escape from on the blog, but many people requested that I go even deeper on the podcast, and that's what we're doing today! https://primalpotential.com/452/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track Follow me on Instagram On The Blog: I Refuse...