Healthy Mind Fit Body

(duration 19:27) This is the beginning of our series about the “inner critic,” wherein we delve into the various facets of this internal dialogue, which essentially lacks self-acceptance, self-compassion, and self-love. Different kinds of inner critic have been distinguished based on their patterns. Understanding their nature in relation to the nature of the self assists in gaining a healthy perspective. We explore those categorized by therapist Jay Early, who noted seven types: perfectionist; guilt-tripper; underminer; destroyer; molder; taskmaster; and, inner controller. Of course, there are developmental reasons for these critics, even though they come with sizable costs, which we’ll comprehend in upcoming episodes. http://personal-growth-programs.com/inner-critic-section/inner-critic-types/ We invite you to join our new group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthymindfitbody bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com

(duration 23:33) We return from an extended summer hiatus to discuss the nature of unconditional love and unconditional self-love. The internal dialogue with ourselves needs explicit attention and understanding, in order to become more integrated and loving. What does it mean to put conditions on love, and what does forgiveness mean—and how does this relate to self-love? Imagine a world in which children’s self-worth is unconditionally accepted, which means that their persons are honored for who they truly are, without judgment of good or bad, or right or wrong. Now, imagine having your child-self treated with unconditional love. This is a process you can cultivate within yourself, so that you learn to treat yourself with kindness and compassion. Here’s a sentence stem to complete with 6-10 endings for more insight, especially more subconscious understanding… If I can practice unconditional self-love, I might… The theme of love and healing chalked on the sidewalk was created by Autumn: https://www.instagram.com/artbyautumn/ We invite you to join our new group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthymindfitbody bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com

(duration 21:53) In this episode we discuss the nature of intrinsic motivation to heal and grow, which entails focusing on one’s developmental history and practicing the mental essentials of self-acceptance, self-empathy, and self-compassion. Doing this inner work can be quite challenging, and it can be easy to get distracted and focus on other things. Psychological success is vital to our overall well-being. We need to cultivate a loving relationship with ourselves, so our needs don’t often get sacrificed. A life filled with meaning and happiness is within your reach. Nathaniel Branden: Overcoming Barriers to Romantic Love https://youtu.be/lkJRCvItQ9c Viktor Frankl’s profound book https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man%27s_Search_for_Meaning We invite you to join our new group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthymindfitbody bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com

(duration 17:36) In this episode we explore the ACE study and how trauma in childhood can severely affect our health and well-being. This is the beginning of our ongoing discussion of the developmental factors that impact our lives as adults and, further, what we can do to foster health and happiness. Stay tuned for future episodes that explore aspects of emotional health and integration, via the mind/body connection. https://acestoohigh.com/aces-101/ https://acestoohigh.com/got-your-ace-score/ http://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/acestudy/about.html TEDMED 2014: Nadine Burke Harris http://www.ted.com/talks/nadine_burke_harris_how_childhood_trauma_affects_health_across_a_lifetime https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXXTLf7oouU We invite you to join our new group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthymindfitbody bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com

(duration 11:46) In this episode we discuss our new burn-fat-for-life program, which reflects our renewed focus on the mental aspects of living well and being well. This involves an inner true-self revolution that honors your emotions and self-esteem. It’s vital to take time-in for yourself, so that you can connect with internal parts that need acceptance, empathy, and compassion, as well as understanding and visibility. We invite you to partake in this journey and join our new group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthymindfitbody Stay tuned for new episodes that explore aspects of emotional health and integration, via the mind/body connection. bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com

(duration 15:41) In this episode we discuss the nature of habits and how we can formulate enriching strategies that can last a lifetime. This entails learning how to meet needs without the usual costs or sacrifices. This is our third and last part in our series covering the mental aspects that lead to life transformations. We’ll be exploring much more of these aspects in our new course called Burn Fat For Life.   We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038 Bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com

(duration 10:04) Another short episode (2 of 3 in our series), in which we cover some of the possibly overlooked aspects of motivation. We’ll be exploring these vital aspects much more in our new course called Burn Fat For Life. Stay tuned for the next two episodes… Please Like our new page on Facebook! http://facebook.com/burnfatforlife We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes! bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com

(duration 11:17) We’re back! In this short episode, we cover some of the mental aspects that we’ll be exploring in our new course called Burn Fat For Life. Stay tuned for the next two episodes… Please Like our new page on Facebook! http://facebook.com/burnfatforlife We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes! bumper music Kosheen – All in my head (Planet Funk Remix) http://www.kosheen.com  

(duration 55:52) In this final episode (yes, we’re ending at the century mark), we share some of our stories abroad, such as coconuts and natural pedestrian movement in Vietnam. ;) We cover some of the highlights over the past few years, as well as some typical flawed messages from the mainstream, such as the DASH diet. Salt is not really the demon that we’ve been advised to avoid, but a rather important mineral for healthy functioning–same goes for fat; the widespread fat phobia (or phat fobia;) is terribly unfortunate. Self-knowledge via self-esteem principles and the process of connecting with feelings and needs (nonviolent communication) will enable you to really improve your health and enrich your life. Thanks for listening and for being part of our journey. Best wishes to you all, and make sure to follow your bliss. =) We invite you to join our fb fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Kev’s other blog… http://freedomlovin.com http://perfecthumandiet.us/ http://www.fathead-movie.com/ http://rawfoodsos.com/2011/07/31/one-year-later-the-china-study-revisited-and-re-bashed/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancel_Keys#Seven_Countries_Study http://edition.cnn.com/2013/01/08/health/best-diets-ranked/index.html http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/diet-fitness/diets/10-diets-that-just-dont-work1.htm BIL 2012 – Dave Asprey – Bio Hacking, Longevity Via Salt http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDWRDCM3BXo Open Season on Salt: What the Science on Hypertension Really Shows http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=what-science-on-hypertension-really-shows and now, for some levity… http://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading/videos beware the “bacon crusted rolls”… “2012 Debates Highlights” — A Bad Lip Reading of the 2012 US Presidential… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgmARwtptoo and the “orange peanut”… “THE NFL : A Bad Lip Reading” — A Bad Lip Reading of the NFL http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zce-QT7MGSE and the “hoo hah, cherry soda!”… “Ron Paul” — A BLR Soundbite http://youtu.be/igQlbesF0zA sensible sustainability… http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joel_Salatin http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ extra psychological/philosophical resources… http://happinesscounseling.com/happiness-resources/ thanks to Mike for our voiceovers (intro and outro). here’s where you can hear more of “the voice”… http://firstdegreeliberty.podomatic.com/ http://5by5.tv/hypercritical We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!  

(duration 36:57)In this show we talk with nonviolent communication (NVC) trainer Sylvia about her book and experiences helping individuals relate to themselves and others in life-enriching ways. Instead of playing the blame game (which can become never-ending), NVC focuses on the quality of the connection in order to empathize and get needs met. Sometimes food can be used as a strategy to try to fulfill some other need (yet to be discovered). Mindfulness brings choice, a vital need. It’s helpful to connect compassionately with your inner voice(s) (especially your “inner critic”), so you can overcome costly strategies. In the face of demands (both inner- and outer-), we sometimes try to meet our need for autonomy in tragic ways. This presents an opportunity to bring more awareness to your inner dialogue, be best friends with yourself, and embrace better strategies. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Sylvia’s site: http://eatbychoice.net/ Eat by Choice, Not by Habit: Practical Skills for Creating a Healthy Relationship With Your Body and Food: Sylvia Haskvitz MA RD: Kindle Store http://www.amazon.com/Eat-Choice-Not-Habit-ebook/dp/B003GXG3KO/ print version http://www.nonviolentcommunication.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=46 ebook version http://nonviolentcommunication.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=127 Listen to Stephanie Bachmann Mattei speak with Sylvia about her life and work in this 2011 interview: http://nvctraining.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=latest&layout=latest&Itemid=919 We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 24:29)In this episode we discuss keeping healthy during such candy-laden times as Halloween. Dark chocolate and coconut shavings “toasted” in either butter or coconut oil are great alternatives. Since we live in a culture that doesn’t wholeheartedly embrace healthy lifestyles, it can be challenging to navigate social relations. Once again, nonviolent communication, which entails connecting with feelings and needs, really assists in this process with both self and others. A good nutritional rule of thumb is to aim for less than a hundred grams of carbs per day for optimal health–and make sure you get enough sound sleep! It turns out that you can eat Primal on the cheap; if you have a tight budget, it’s not necessary to get “grass-fed” meat or “organic” this or that in order to eat Primal and dramatically improve your health. We invite you to join our FB fan page. Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: To be healthy or not to be healthy… http://www.reddit.com/r/Health/comments/12al9u/to_be_healthy_or_not_to_be_healthy/ http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ An interesting take on Paleo with some tweaks… http://www.bulletproofexec.com/ Eating primal on the cheap… http://www.reddit.com/r/Paleo/comments/1272nx/cheap_primal/ We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 15:51)In this episode (sorry for the delay!) we discuss the various problems with the “calorie-counting diet and exercise” approach to weight loss. This sort of lifestyle is not really helpful for most people, both in terms of keeping the excess fat off and maintaining a healthy and happy mindset. We also discuss our upcoming free webinar on the psychological side of permanent weight loss, which deals with the core aspects of self-acceptance, emotional awareness, and nutritional motivation. We look forward to seeing you there! We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: ‘Biggest Loser’ weight-loss mentality could pose serious health risks by Kyle Hunt http://www.ksl.com/?sid=19148948&nid=1010&title=biggest-loser-weight-loss-mentality-could-pose-serious-health-risks&s_cid=queue-4 We invite you to partake in our free webinar on Tuesday, October 2nd, at 6pm Pacific: The 3 Essential Habits For Permanent Weight Loss http://simpleweightlossremedy.com/ We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 36:20)In this show we discuss aspects of the 2012 Olympics (and the scant NBC coverage, as usual), including our personal favorites such as the Coca Cola collectors cans! ;) What better way than carbonated sugar water and McDonalds to ensure getting the gold or packing on extra pounds! Then, we discuss how to “chew the juice,” based on Kev’s visit to a vegan/raw food meeting. While you can definitely get lots of extra micronutrients from veggies (whether juiced or not), you also need fats and animal proteins for optimal health. Olive oil is great for salads, btw. Lastly, we explore some important research on self-compassion especially regarding weight loss. Self-esteem is an overarching need that entails self-acceptance and self-compassion. If we don’t think and feel well of ourselves, it makes our decisions, among other things, much more difficult. Stay tuned for our new self-acceptance course! We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://theinspirationroom.com/daily/2012/coca-cola-2012-olympics-cans/ http://jonnybowdenblog.com/lighten-up-to-lose-weight/ http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/02/28/go-easy-on-yourself-a-new-wave-of-research-urges/ We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 41:55)With our guest Ashley Tudor, we explore the ins and outs of the splendid root known as the sweet potato, often called “yams” in grocery stores (which is a misnomer because yam is actually a different, much less nutritious species and a tuber not a root). Sweet potatoes are a helpful addition to an athlete’s dietary regimen, offering extra carbs for training without the extra fructose that comes with fruit. And contrary to popular opinion, grains are not great. It’s important to beware the harmful effects of overtraining, as well as of extra carbs, even if they’re from sweet potatoes. Benign dietary ketosis (burning fat exclusively) is fine, though as in any regimen, it’s important to pay attention to your body’s signals. Sweet potatoes can be cooked and consumed in lots of ways, not just baked (check out Ashley’s book for recipes:). It helps to quantify yourself in terms of getting baseline readings and optimizing your health; e.g., a glucometer can be a useful addition. Also, treat your body well in terms of reducing stress and maintaining a good sleep cycle. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Ashley Tudor’s website for her new book, Sweet Potato Power: Smart Carbs, Paleo And Personalized http://sweetpotatopower.com/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweet_potato death march, anyone?… http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cactus_to_Clouds_Trail to get a quantified self… http://www.wellnessfx.com/product#faq http://www.meetup.com/quantifiedself/ be careful with those cortisol levels… http://mindhacks.com/2009/08/02/like-running-through-hell/ “better lighting…for your computer” http://stereopsis.com/flux/ We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 25:21)In this show we delve into the process of binging on carbs, as noted in a recent study. In an all-too-common practice, people reach for the carbs to deal with their hunger and cravings, rather than relying on healthy fat as their main energy source. The key is to keep yourself satiated with various fats such as coconut and palm and olive oils, all sorts of nuts and butters, instead of sugars and grains. Veggies and fruits are an important compliment to your fats and protein. We also discussed the nature of the “perfect” body and optimal health. Rather than pursue some unrealistic standard of perfection, have a standard based on the reality of your ideal body fat percentage and a happy mindset. Self-acceptance is key. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Craving Carbs on an Empty Stomach by Anahad O’Connor http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/06/26/craving-carbs-on-an-empty-stomach/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2012/06/25/paleo-bread-is-here/ How Perfect Is The Perfect Body? by Stefani Ruper http://whole9life.com/2012/07/the-perfect-body/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/05/28-the-practice-of-self-acceptance/ We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 29:58)In this show we discuss a trip to the grocery store, providing some insights regarding such things as coconut milk, meats, and peanut butter. As far as vegetables go, studies have shown that they’ve declined in micronutrient content over the last few decades. So, don’t skimp on them and preferably look for slightly healthier versions at farmers’ markets. In the grand scheme of weight loss, though, nearly any veggies will be beneficial (as opposed to processed foods), and there’s more need to focus on less carbs and healthy fats. More nutrients can be gotten from many vegetables when they are cooked (e.g., steamed, boiled, or microwaved). We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: How Bad is Peanut Butter, Really? by Mark Sisson http://www.marksdailyapple.com/how-bad-is-peanut-butter-really/ Dirt Poor: Have Fruits and Vegetables Become Less Nutritious? http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=soil-depletion-and-nutrition-loss 10 Simple Strategies for Eating More Veggies http://jonnybowdenblog.com/10-tips-eating-veggies/ We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 23:31) We discuss Kevin’s return to cool SoCal from hot and humid Asia. Apparently, traveling in developing countries can be a way to lose weight, whether or not one wants to! Lots of heat, walking, and small portions can take their toll. So, getting more protein and fat (and some carbs from sweet potatoes), as well as strength training, is now on Kev’s agenda. Both weight gain and weight loss can entail self-acceptance and self-image issues. Using a feeding tube (as in the case of the “K-E Diet”) as a substitute for psychological understanding can of course be costly. Caloric restriction (w/ optimal nutrition) might have anti-aging and health benefits, yet this needs to be balanced with overall well-being and a pleasurable life. Probably our best bet for extending our life-spans involves bio-tech innovations that target the main factors in aging, such as what Aubrey de Grey proposes (http://sens.org). We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Read up on Kevin’s travels, including his 30-day car fast ;) http://freedomlovin.com Table of Contents of Ashley Tudor’s new book http://sweetpotatopower.com/202-2/ The K-E Diet: Brides-to-Be Using Feeding Tubes to Rapidly Shed Pounds http://gma.yahoo.com/k-e-diet-brides-using-feeding-tubes-rapidly-080053646–abc-news-health.html Oxford University Science Society debate between Aubrey de Grey and Colin Blakemore http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2012/04/video-this-house-wants-to-defeat-ageing-entirely.php We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 24:00) In this show, we discuss the fine art of eating healthily while traveling abroad. Kevin relates his ongoing experiences in southeast Asia, where there’s hot food and hot climate! He’s noticed lots of junk food and soda that people are consuming, especially tourists. The widespread consumption of rice is probably the least harmful grain, although there’s not much nutrition in it–just extra carbs (aka, cheap filler). Coconut is once again a very healthy choice (especially the oil and milk in curry), as opposed to oh-so sweet banana pancakes! Walking and pushups and other resistance training are helpful to stay in shape while on the go. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Find out what Kevin’s been up to: http://freedomlovin.com A Taste of Exotic Meats at the Explorers Club Annual Dinner http://www.popsci.com/science/article/2012-03/exotic-meats-explorers-club-annual-dinner India’s City Dwellers at Greater Risk Than Americans for Heart Disease http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/observations/2012/04/20/indias-city-dwellers-at-greater-risk-than-americans-for-heart-disease/ Russell Peters – about Chinese and Indian price negotiation http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OO_Fc-OT1Pg We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 26:55)In this show (sans Kev) I cover various questions from podcast listeners and our responses to them. Some take-aways: Drink water as your main libation; avoid overly sweet (carb-rich) drinks and minimize alcohol consumption; soy is not exactly a health food, in addition to not being Paleo; ovo-lacto-pesco vegetarianism is much better than just being a lousy hunter;) reduce your percentage of calories from carbs and increase your percentage from fat; developing a healthy self-image entails an inner process of self-acceptance, fostering a compassionate relationship with oneself; use nonviolent communication to understand and help yourself and others meet needs in life-enriching ways; intermittent fasting and especially caloric restriction have some health and longevity benefits. We invite you to join our facebook fan page. Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Some amusing vidcasts: http://tikibartv.com/ Find out what Kevin’s been up to: http://freedomlovin.com The various purported pros and cons of soy: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soy#Health_benefits http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soy#Health_risks Nonviolent communication informs us of a clear and accurate way to express our needs, so that others hear us in a way that doesn’t entail misunderstanding and further frustration and conflict. In turn, individuals get connected to what’s most alive in them, in terms of their feelings and needs, and they are then in a realm that enables them to enrich their and others’ lives. The useful nonviolent communication vocabulary: http://www.cnvc.org/​Training/feelings-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/​Training/needs-inventory Highly recommended 3-hr workshop given by Marshall Rosenberg (split up in approx 10min segments): The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 http://www.youtube.com/​watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ The workshop in one segment: FULL – Nonviolent Communication Workshop – Marshall Rosenberg (2000) (Multi Subtitles) http://www.youtube.com/​watch?v=UEqmZ2E1o64 How long can a person survive without food? by Alan D. Lieberson http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=how-long-can-a-person-sur Caloric Restriction and Longevity by Sharon Hirsch http://hplusmagazine.com/2012/04/04/caloric-restriction-and-longevity/ We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 26:26)In this show (sans Kev) I cover various questions from podcast listeners and our responses to them. Some take-aways: Go for full-fat coconut milk; If you cut your carb intake, you’re doing your body a world of good; although you can live without carbs but some are still useful to consume via fruits and veggies; isocaloric studies demonstrate that insulin secretion–not calories–is the main factor in fat gain, maintenance, and loss; when cooking your food (especially with fat) avoid using really high heat, as it can cause formation of harmful compounds; fat is your friend for meeting your health and energy needs; when you feel impatient about your weight loss process, or encounter others who frown upon your lifestyle changes, it’s helpful to use nonviolent communication to address feelings and needs and develop more life-enriching strategies. :) We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Zoe’s incisive remarks about metabolism and “calorie counting”: http://www.zoeharcombe.com/ A couple body fat calculators that may be useful: http://www.fitwatch.com/qkcalc/body-fat-percentage-calculator.php This one by Barry Sears requires signing up to access it: http://www.zonediet.com/tools/body-fat-calculator Leave it to USN&WR and the other orgs listed on http://dashdiet.org to lead countless people really astray. Nonviolent communication informs us of a clear and accurate way to express our needs, so that others hear us in a way that doesn’t entail misunderstanding and further frustration and conflict. In turn, individuals get connected to what’s most alive in them, in terms of their feelings and needs, and they are then in a realm that enables them to enrich their and others’ lives. The useful nonviolent communication vocabulary: http://www.cnvc.org/​Training/feelings-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/​Training/needs-inventory Highly recommended 3-hr workshop given by Rosenberg (split up in approx 10min segments): The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 http://www.youtube.com/​watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ The workshop in one segment: FULL – Nonviolent Communication Workshop – Marshall Rosenberg (2000) (Multi Subtitles) http://www.youtube.com/​watch?v=UEqmZ2E1o64 We appreciate your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 22:16) In this show we discuss our experience at an LAfuturists meeting, where Aubrey de Grey gave a presentation on strategies for engineering negligible senescence and the necessary steps to achieving longevity escape velocity. Basically, much more funding of research is needed. Then, we also cover a pretty thorough article in the msm about why Americans are overweight. Excess carbs, especially in the forms of sugar/corn syrup and grain/flour-based products, are the main culprit. Will power only works for so long, so the key is to make lasting mental and lifestyle changes. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://www.kurzweilai.net/investing-in-the-fountain-of-youth http://www.sens.org/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rejuvenation_(aging)#Strategies_for_Engineered_Negligible_Senescence_.28SENS.29 Why we’re fat, Part 1: Simple question with many complex answers by Marni Jameson http://www.orlandosentinel.com/health/os-why-americans-are-fat-food-20111231,0,1020993.story The low-calorie will power program? http://www.aetv.com/heavy/weight-loss-bios/chad.jsp http://www.aetv.com/heavy/weight-loss-bios/ashley.jsp Thanks for your review on iTunes!

(duration 20:40) This show we cover a mix of things, starting with the stats on long-lived people in Japan. It turns out that many centenarians and super centenarians might not be alive! We share our thoughts about the aging process and maximizing one’s potential. Some Japanese relatives seem to be working the governmental welfare system. Speaking of “the system,” we cover some of the USDA’s newest guidelines for school lunches. Contrary to dietary dogma, dairy without fat is less healthy than dairy with fat. Consumption of dairy products may or may not be advisable; it varies across individuals (e.g., those lactose intolerant). Keep in mind that milk contains more carbs as well. Lastly, we cover a report about two rat/mouse studies showing that high-fat chow led to hypothalamic inflammation. Yet another example of research that unfortunately bolsters fat-phobia in our culture. See the purportedly non-inflammatory rat chow link below if you’re curious about its ingredients.   We invite you to join our fb fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Japan, Checking on Its Oldest, Finds Many Gone http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/15/world/asia/15japan.html http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/2012/01/25/20120125school-lunch-standards-require-more-veggies-whole-grains.html http://www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode.cfm?id=fat-may-put-hypothalamus-on-fritz-11-12-27 Standard rat chow, anyone? http://labdiet.com/pdf/5001.pdf Thanks for your rating and review on iTunes!

(duration 20:43) We finish our discussion with Sonia about increased longevity, starting with innovation via the benefits of free market dynamics. We also explore various ways to get involved in the anti-aging movement, including the do-it-yourself bio-community. Strategies for Engineering Negligible Senescence is a main organization involved in solving the problem of aging. Will humans be able to not only stop the aging process, but also reverse the damage that aging has wrought? Maybe, and repair of various damage looks promising, given advances in stem cell research, gene therapy, nanomedicine, etc. Various costly mythologies in our culture, which take our focus off individual flourishing, will eventually give way to a more life-enriching, wondrous, and prosperous future for ourselves and humanity in general. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Sonia’s site: http://soniaarrison.com The costly nature of governmental regulations… “The FDA and its legal penumbra are monstrosities that distort all of the usual incentives involving profit and progress, and steer them towards bad ends.” http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2011/12/when-you-make-medical-progress-illegal-what-results-is-a-black-market-in-medical-progress.php Do-It-Yourself Bio http://diybio.org/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DIY_biology Explore the plans to solve the 7 deadly sins of aging… http://sens.org/ The First Immortal by James L. Halperin http://coins.ha.com/c/content.zx?content=tfi http://www.cryonicssociety.org/free_ebooks.html Francis Collins – Biotech and the Leading Edge of Medical Science http://itc.conversationsnetwork.org/shows/detail5056.html FM-2030: “If it is natural to die then the hell with nature. Why submit to its tyranny?” http://www.bidoun.org/magazine/19-noise/the-future-takes-forever-becoming-fm-2030-by-benjamin-tiven/ http://www.liveforevermovie.com/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 27:19)In this episode we discuss the book “100 Plus: How the Coming Age of Longevity Will Change Everything, From Careers and Relationships to Family and Faith” with its author, Sonia Arrison. Humans are constantly using technology to change their lives, and this includes extending our lifespans and healthspans. How long would you like to live? This is the question for each of us, as innovation continues. Unfortunately, humans have typically sold themselves short in the realm of longevity. Advances in computers and their application in bioinformatics (e.g., in genomics and proteomics) will continue to prove invaluable in the quest to understand and finally deal with aging. Stem cell and nanomedical technologies will prove key as well. Extended lifespans won’t necessarily mean unsustainable populations and destroyed ecosystems, because humans can be quite resourceful beings. :) We invite you to join our FB fan page. Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Sonia’s site: http://soniaarrison.com Media coverage via the Today Show… http://www.soniaarrison.com/blog/2011/12/15/arrisons-100-plus-featured-on-the-today-show/ SENS5 – 100 Plus: How the Coming Age of Longevity Will Change Everything – Part 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6xYA4iKuk4 A Life Decoded: My Genome: My Life by J. Craig Venter http://warwicks.indiebound.com/book/9780670063581 Nanomedicine Book Site by Robert A. Freitas Jr. http://www.nanomedicine.com/ John Smart’s treasure trove of futurist information… http://accelerating.org/ & http://accelerationwatch.com/ Voluntary Human Extinction Movement, anyone? http://vhemt.org Another in-depth interview that Sonia did… Sonia Arrison on Singularity 1 on 1 (part 1) http://youtu.be/4SQWnTeV8uo Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 31:25)In this show we discuss the nature of the controversy about carb consumption among Paleo-style eaters in relation to health and longevity. Some have challenged the idea that Paleo is low-carb as well as the claim that insulin (via excess carbs) is the main culprit in fat gain. So, we explore the nature of insulin once again to dispel the myths surrounding macronutrient calories. The bottom line is that eating fewer grams of carbs per day–thus secreting less insulin–will have positive effects on your fat-burning as well as your long term heath. Perhaps the main misunderstanding, about for instance Gary Taubes’ insulin and fat loss claims, stems from the fact that excess carbs are necessary for fat accumulation, but sometimes not sufficient (depending on your genes). Rigorous scientific investigation is a difficult process, and confirmation bias tends to be an easy process, unfortunately. Keeping tabs on your blood readings is important, especially if you plan on doing an n=1 study on yourself. Needless to say, we’re not in favor of eating 30 bananas a day, or 20 mangos! We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Anthony Bourdain – No Reservations – Namibia 2:3 (what I referenced begins at the 9min mark) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYNf8ZCNZgg Anthony Bourdain – No Reservations – Namibia 3:3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONq6KZD2JYQ http://www.latestinpaleo.com/paleo-podcast/2011/8/15/episode-28-ahs-animal-style.html http://wholehealthsource.blogspot.com/2011/08/carbohydrate-hypothesis-of-obesity.html Gary Taubes in-depth multi-post rebuttal: http://garytaubes.com/2011/11/ http://www.theepochtimes.com/n2/health/our-ancestors-ate-a-low-carb-diet-63418.html http://paleohacks.com/questions/13319/has-the-carb-pendulum-swung-too-far-in-the-opposite-direction http://www.latestinpaleo.com/paleo-podcast/2011/8/29/latest-in-paleo-episode-30-gary-taubes.html Nell Stephenson: Paleo Nutrition and Fitness Expert (Episode 399) http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/shownotes/2381/nell-stephenson-paleo-nutrition-and-fitness-episode-399/ http://triswimcoachonline.com/tri/interview-with-ironman-triathletepaleo-dieter-nell-stephenson-podcast-31/ Re: Science Saturday: Why We Get Fat (John Horgan & Gary Taubes) http://bloggingheads.tv/diavlogs/35831 here’s a VERY informative interview with Gary Taubes http://www.skepticality.com/the-science-of-fat/ Fasting Triglycerides, High-Density Lipoprotein, and Risk of Myocardial Infarction http://circ.ahajournals.org/content/96/8/2520.long Insulin Resistance as a Predictor of Age-Related Diseases http://jcem.endojournals.org/content/86/8/3574.full.pdf http://paleohacks.com/questions/12947/mainstream-article-linking-low-carb-and-insulin-control-to-longevity further reading about insulin’s effects… http://livinlavidalowcarb.com/blog/does-insulin-deserve-a-bad-reputation-the-low-carb-experts-weigh-in/9458 http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/12/25/does-insulin-really-deserve-a-bad-reputation/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 29:28) After discussing a recent cruise and the nature of the foods onboard, we delve into the parallel needs for self-responsibility and independent thinking in the realms of nutrition and political philosophy. Being major advocates of freedom, we discuss the nature of “government,” particularly its inherent rights-violating and propagandistic ways, which don’t serve the interests of individuals. The corporate food and nutrition industries tend to use the coercive tools of government to promote their own agendas, which aren’t so healthy for individuals either. Fortunately, health care will eventually be based on self-reliance and free market services, not a top-down, hierarchical system at odds with personal choice, property rights, and prosperity. Same goes for children’s education, where intrinsic motivation (rather than external control) is essential for growth and flourishing. Speaking of which, be sure to check out the upcoming PaleoFX Theory to Practice Symposium. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: a little levity – Muppet Show – Swedish Chef – making donut …maybe gluten free? ;) http://youtu.be/mbs64GvGgPU Mark Sisson talks to Lew Rockwell on how to get healthier http://www.lewrockwell.com/lewrockwell-show/2011/11/15/234-just-do-the-opposite-of-what-the-government-says/ our political future of complete liberty… http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anarcho-capitalism http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Voluntaryism http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=cholesterol-conundrum U.S. House protects pizza as a vegetable http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/11/17/usa-lunch-idUSN1E7AG1WO20111117 http://robbwolf.com/2011/02/08/paleo-physician-network-is-live/ http://paleophysiciansnetwork.com/ http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=health-care-4-common-myths-test-yourself http://www.thedailybeast.com/newsweek/2011/01/23/why-almost-everything-you-hear-about-medicine-is-wrong.html check it out! The PaleoFX Ancestral Momentum – Theory to Practice Symposium – March 14-17 2012 http://www.paleofx.com/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 20:35)In this episode we start off discussing chocolate and then examine the nutritional nature of the lawsuit against Nutella. The typical “breakfast foods” that are promoted and consumed tend to have an overabundance of carbohydrates, especially in the form of grains and sugars (such as fruit juices). Nuts and at least 70% dark chocolate rock! The 2011 CrossFit Games were a tour de force in high intensity routines; simply amazing, yet we need to be wary of the high cortisol levels downside. Short, high intensity workouts are great, but overtraining isn’t conducive to health and longevity. Finally, congratulations to low-carber interviewer extraordinaire Jimmy Moore, who celebrated his 500th podcast episode last September. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://www.slate.com/articles/life/food/2011/08/go_ahead_eat_chocolate_for_breakfast.html http://www.nutellausa.com/faqs.htm http://games.crossfit.com/finals/workouts http://games.crossfit.com/about-games 2011 CrossFit Games – The Champions, Rich Froning and Annie Thorisdottir http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItDWedJpwpw Congrats, Jimmy! http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/shownotes/4478/500-our-500th-episode-extravaganza/ Our guest appearance on Jimmy’s show… http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/shownotes/1814/wes-bertrand-and-kevin-koskella-offer-you-a-healthy-mind-fit-body-episode-353/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 26:24)In this episode we discuss the nature of gaining weight back and yo-yo diets. We cover a CBT study wherein subjects were not able to minimize post-treatment weight gain. We attribute this not to the therapeutic treatment per se, but rather to the uncertain nutritional regimen of the participants of the study (involving the caloric theory of weight loss); if you don’t know what will be healthy or unhealthy to eat in terms of various macronutrients, then you’re at a major disadvantage. Additionally, self-knowledge via sentence completion exercises and becoming fluent in nonviolent communication will enable you to form an intimate and empathetic relationship with yourself, which is key to making healthy choices and experiencing happiness for the long term. Oh, and steer clear of the pervasive sweet poison. ;) We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: All In The Mind – 10 September 2011 – A weight on my mind http://www.abc.net.au/rn/allinthemind/stories/2011/3311052.htm Testing a new cognitive behavioural treatment for obesity: A randomized controlled trial with three-year follow-up http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2923743/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cognitive_behavioral_therapy Sweet Poison – Book review of Sugar Nation by Jeff O’connell http://www.muscleandbodymag.com/article.php?ArticleID=5956 Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 26:13) In the second half of our interview with Barry Sears, PhD, we begin by discussing the nature of “anti-nutrients,” such as lectins and phytates found primarily in grains and legumes; best to steer clear of them, at least as staples. Everything you eat will have a hormonal and inflammatory consequence. Regarding consumption of omega 3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), adjust based on your level of inflammation–as evidenced by your arachidonic acid to EPA ratio (SIP, or Silent Inflammation Profile)–which will typically mean consuming between 6 and 10 grams of omega 3s per day. Saturated fats aren’t really the villain that the mainstream “experts” have claimed they are; omega 6 fatty acids are more inflammatory. Having a consistent balance of macronutrients is key, consuming more fat (“high octane fuel”), adequate protein, and fewer carbs than typical. Antioxidant supplements tend not to have much empirical support, although polyphenols (found in fruits and veggies) have important health benefits. It’s vital to reduce your intake of refined carbohydrates (flour and sugar or high fructose corn syrup-based products) as well as omega 6 fatty acids, while increasing your intake of omega 3s. And of course calorie restriction tends to increase longevity as well. It’s never too late to get in the zone; you’re only one meal away, after all. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://drsears.com/ Why doctors don’t like to talk about antioxidants. – By Kent Sepkowitz – Slate Magazine http://www.slate.com/id/2300578/pagenum/all/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyphenol_antioxidant http://zonediet.com/ http://zoneliving.com http://zonehealth.com Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 31:15) This is the first half of our interview with Barry Sears, PhD, in which we discuss the nature of eicosanoids and in particular arachidonic acid in relation to metabolic health and overall health. Excessive carbohydrate consumption (which is terribly easy to do in our culture) coupled with excess omega 6 fatty acid consumption (and minimal omega 3 fatty acid consumption) tend to lead to chronic inflammation and disease states. The ratio of (long chain) arachidonic acid to (long chain) eicosapentaenoic should be around 1 to 2, but in most individuals it’s much higher, which is due primarily to unhealthy diets—diets not fashioned for our genes. Massive changes in our nutrient intake from our Paleolithic origins can deleteriously affect our levels of hormones, especially the hormones that control the inflammation process. Even if you’re thin, it’s still important to eat foods (and macronutrient ratios) that don’t contribute to insulin resistance and lipotoxicity. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://drsears.com/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eicosanoid http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insulin_resistance Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 25:40) This episode we discuss briefly the film Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead and the costly perspective of “living the good life” while having an unhealthy lifestyle. We don’t need to just roll the genetic (and environmental) dice in relation to health and fitness; we can take informed steps in the realm of nutrition and lifestyle in order to maximize our health and longevity. The 2011 Ancestral Health Symposium at UCLA brought together many individuals who are dedicated to human vitality and the knowledge and practices of how to ensure it. The loss of muscle mass over time (sarcopenia) can be counteracted through weight or resistance training, which can be performed up to your last year (or week) of life! We invite you to join our facebook fan page. Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://www.fatsickandnearlydead.com/ http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2011/08/some-people-live-long-despite-poor-lifestyles-but-that-doesnt-mean-youll-be-one-of-them.php http://ancestryfoundation.org/ http://ancestryfoundation.org/Ancestral_Health_files/AHS%20Abstracts.pdf http://vimeo.com/ancestralhealthsymposium http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2011/08/calcium-channels-and-aging-muscles.php http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_LaLanne Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 17:13) In this episode Kevin addresses a couple listener emails dealing with implementing the healthy mind fit body lifestyle. Communicating feelings and needs in a compassionate way will help get your and others’ needs met and resolve conflicts. Nutrition needs to be given priority over particular types of exercise in order to achieve fat loss, and of course “chronic cardio” is our least favorite form of training. Strength training is a great complement to your lower carb, higher fat and protein eating regimen. Try to check out this summer’s Ancestral Health Symposium in LA! We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Some nonviolent communication resources… http://cnvc.org http://nvcworld.com Great site for tips about the primal lifestyle; Grok on! http://marksdailyapple.com Kevin’s interviews with a couple lower carb/Paleo athletes on his other show… http://triswimcoachonline.com/tri/interview-with-ironman-triathletepaleo-dieter-nell-stephenson-podcast-31/ http://triswimcoachonline.com/tri/paleo-triathletes-interview-with-coachtriathlete-mark-pomery-podcast-40/ Ancestral Health Symposium http://ancestryfoundation.org/ Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 22:42) In this show we discuss the process of staying focused on your healthy lifestyle choices. It’s not a matter of using either sheer will power or “tricks” to stay on track with your dietary goals. Having a “Zen-like focus” isn’t as important as getting in touch with your feelings and needs, so that you can develop strategies for a healthy lifestyle that doesn’t conflict with your long-term goals. Instead of applying duct tape and sitting on your hands, it’s important to deal with subconscious conflict, which may be hindering you from becoming at peace with your choices and feeling good about yourself. Introspection and self-work are key! We invite you to join our FB fan page Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: How Self-Control Works by Dan Ariely http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=how-self-control-works&print=true where do ideas come from?… http://www.zefrank.com/theshow/archives/2006/07/071106.html Hilarious Seinfeld Clip (S8E08) broccoli as “vile weed” ;) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJw6Z-MLyBA Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 26:20) In this show we delve into a couple listener questions regarding the transition to a healthier dietary lifestyle. What do you with your carb/junk food “cravings”? The main task involves viewing your feelings and food choices as part of your psychology, and thus within your control. For one, it’s important to find alternatives that are both healthier and just as tasty as your not-so-healthy food choices. Second, we recommend a couple powerful psychological methods (nonviolent communication and sentence completion exercises) to reorient your way of dealing with food, which will help you come to better terms with your own emotions and choices. Our new bonus program, Defeat Your Cheat Days, entails effectively dealing with psychological patterns and altering habits acquired since childhood for meeting your needs; and this entails developing compassion for your child-self and becoming your own best friend. The 5-day sentence completion program will help you acquire the self-knowledge and motivation needed for optimal functioning in this realm. We provide more details in our email newsletter (http://freefitnessaudio.com) as well as at http://getyourperfectweight.com We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://livinlavidalowcarb.com/blog/the-llvlc-show-episode-468-tim-ferriss-promotes-his-slow-carb-approach-from-the-4-hour-body/10680 http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/06/02/should-you-have-cheat-days-on-a-diet/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/12/17/the-4-hour-body-and-cheat-days/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 34:20) This is the second half of our interview with psychologist Guy Winch, author of a new book titled, “The Squeaky Wheel: Complaining the Right Way to Get Results, Improve Your Relationships and Enhance Self-Esteem.” We start off by discussing effective complaining, which includes the components of the “complaint sandwich.” This includes the ear-opener, the content, and the digestive. Starting with something pleasant is important, because it creates a genuine connection. The content of the complaint should be only about one specific incident, without any criticism (no global assessments or impugning of character). The digestive entails a request that invokes resolution in a positive way, thus maintaining the connection. Research shows that men need to focus on maintaining eye contact and women need to match the communication flow, so that more effective complaining can happen between couples. Constant complaining entails a theme of victimization, as the person seeks sympathy. Criticism (such as accusations, generalizations, and character slams) can be dealt with effectively, i.e., turned into valid complaints, by not taking things personally, and instead focusing on specifics that can be resolved. Parents need to step off the “demand/withdraw Merry-go-round” with their tweens/teens, by maintaining a flow of mutual interest and sharing, coupled with complaint sandwiches. Taking charge of getting your needs met through effective complaining enables your health and wellness and fosters better interactions in your personal life and in the marketplace. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Guy’s site, where you can discover more about The Squeaky Wheel http://www.guywinch.com Guy’s blog on Psych Today http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-squeaky-wheel Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 41:43) This is the first half of our interview with psychologist Guy Winch, author of a new book titled, “The Squeaky Wheel: Complaining the Right Way to Get Results, Improve Your Relationships and Enhance Self-Esteem.” We explore the various psychological aspects of complaining. Going on rants and venting to others who aren’t in a position to resolve our complaints may be emotionally useful at times, yet they and things like “complaints choirs” tend to fall short of effective complaining. Attitudes of helplessness, hopelessness, and pessimism practically guarantee ineffective complaining, while thinking optimistically, and especially addressing the proper person, practically guarantee getting your complaints resolved. Being persistent and methodical helps a great deal in the complaining process too. Excessive complaining, however ineffective, tends to reflect a victimized mindset that reinforces itself and fosters feelings of disempowerment and defeat. Hostility, blaming, and criticism usually generate defensiveness in the other person and represent ineffective complaining–whereas showing empathy, understanding the other person’s context, as well as reframing your own emotional state, represent effective complaining. To be continued next week… We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Guy’s site, where you can discover more about The Squeaky Wheel http://guywinch.com http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-squeaky-wheel http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-squeaky-wheel/201101/what-complaints-choirs-tell-us-about-our-complaining-psychology http://www.guywinch.com/the-burrito-manager-who-could-not-say-sorry/ Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038  

(duration 23:45) This show we covered some listener emails. The first dealt with the topic of fiber; do we need it and can we get enough in our diet. Adequate amounts of insoluble and soluble fiber can be found vegetables (such as broccoli and cauliflower), fruits (such as berries), and nuts. Another listener related vast improvements in many aspects of her health and a renewed zest for staying fit (having stepped off the calorie-counting and exercise deadmill). The last email noted the junk food ills of the public school system; a lack of nutrients and an overabundance of carbs don’t help kids’ physical and mental conditions. Thanks for writing, everyone! Stay tuned for an upcoming helpful addition to our hmfb package as well as another interview for the next show. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: What happens to your body after you drink a Coke http://ow.ly/549to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-fructose_corn_syrup Check out our friend Brett’s show: School Sucks Podcast http://schoolsucksproject.com/ Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 23:53)This is part two of our two-part interview with author Diana Spechler, author of Skinny, her latest novel. We pick up our discussion regarding body image issues, particularly being dissociated from certain feelings and disconnected from the process of binging. Increasing your awareness is a necessary but not sufficient condition for moderating your eating. Having nutritional knowledge is vital, as is motivation to treat your body as your temple. We also discuss some letters “To fat people” in the book. Becoming comfortable with being overweight yet being advised to exercise more and eat the same foods that made you overweight (just smaller portions) indeed reflect our confusing food culture. Secreting less insulin by eating fewer grams of carbs daily enables your fat stores to be metabolized. Hunger and desire oftentimes pose motivation challenges, in which issues of control and self-control arise. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Diana Spechler’s website: http://dianaspechler.com (where you can order her latest novel Skinny) Diana’s other site, for anonymous confessions: http://bodyconfession.com/ Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 27:57) This is part one of our two-part interview with author Diana Spechler, author of Skinny, her latest novel. We begin by discussing the nature of body image issues. As we noted a couple shows ago, various psychological patterns can be found on bodyconfession.com, one of Diana’s sites. Mental inertia can be self-sabotaging, of course, so self-acceptance (owning various disowned parts of yourself) is key to understanding where you are and getting to where you want to be. Intergenerational transfer of eating patterns from parents (and extended family) to children is common, and one solution is to stock your shelves with healthy choices. “Fat camps” seem to be quick fixes and typically offer programs that are based on calorie-counting rather than a healthy mental perspective on foods and taking into account the insulin factor in weight gain/loss. Articulating and understanding our emotions is another key to developing a healthy self-concept and beneficial eating habits. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Diana Spechler’s website: http://dianaspechler.com (where you can order her latest novel Skinny) Diana’s other site, for anonymous confessions: http://bodyconfession.com/ a helpful language to learn…Nonviolent communication: a language of life By Marshall B. Rosenberg http://bit.ly/kqnsYo (google books) http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory a helpful and comprehensive psychotherapeutic workbook: The Art Of Self-Discovery http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21_23&products_id=38 Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038  

(duration 19:30) In this episode we explore the topic of sex, specifically its health benefits, both physically and mentally. Hormones such as oxytocin and DHEA are fostered in the process. Immune and longevity benefits are also noted. It’s important that sex be integrated with the mental side of things for optimal benefits to be derived. Sharing your sexuality with someone you value can bring about the fulfillment of other needs, such as romantic love. Thus, psychological visibility (reflecting your values) becomes a main factor in seeing sex as spectacular and an important component of the happiness of which you are worthy. Sex can evoke powerful emotions, of course, which can result in cultural mores proscribing and prohibiting its expression (and even discussion), which doesn’t help kids understand and develop a healthy view of human sexuality. Going low-carb/Paleo may augment your sex drive, as will fitness/strength training. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: 69 DUDES! ;) http://youtu.be/zYWT4uYOPvs Sex Your Way to Better Health: A Dozen Reasons Why You Should Have Sex Tonight by Yvonne K. Fulbright http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,317189,00.html http://paleohacks.com/questions/654/paleo-diet-lifestyle-and-sex-drive#axzz1JjNi7uNQ The Psychology of Romantic Love http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21_24&products_id=45 Books On Love & Relationships http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=21_24 Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038  

(duration 26:17) In this show we discuss various psychological patterns in body image issues found on bodyconfession.com, a new site by Diana Spechler, whom we’ll be interviewing in a few weeks about her upcoming novel. Body image is affected adversely by comparison contests in your mind. Self-acceptance–i.e., owning those disowned parts of yourself–is key, as is correct nutritional and fitness information. For instance, cravings for sweets can be dealt with by eating a piece of dark chocolate or healthy fruit and even adding stevia, rather than eating cupcakes (or name your high-carb poison). To cultivate trust in being able to treat your body well is to also honor your self-worth, actualizing your potential as an expressive, joyful, and playful person. Also, if you examine your feelings as stemming from unmet needs, you can devise life-enriching strategies to get all your needs met. Ultimately, “Nothing tastes as good as feeling good about yourself.” :) We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://bodyconfession.com/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/05/28-the-practice-of-self-acceptance/ Nonviolent communication: a language of life By Marshall B. Rosenberg http://books.google.com/books?id=nY4tDDO93E8C&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_atb#v=onepage&q&f=false http://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Marshall-Rosenberg/dp/1892005034/ The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 32:21)In this episode we explore the nature of the interview with Gary Taubes on The Dr. Oz show, set up on account of Taubes’ latest book, Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It. While Dr. Oz tends to promote the mainstream dogma about diet and exercise, Taubes was able to provide the evidence-based viewpoint that he writes about in his informative books and articles. Ultimately, being invested in the nutritional status quo can foster straw-man arguments that keep one locked in a position that’s not so life-enriching. Making health and fitness changes need not be a threat to one’s self-worth, but rather a new opportunity for self-growth and for helping others. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: A hilarious potential cooking show… http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/bfb12aea47/charlie-sheen-s-winning-recipes Gary Taubes debriefs with Jimmy Moore about his experience on The Dr. Oz show… http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/shownotes/3844/taubes-vs-oz-special-and-ben-hewitt-interview-episode-456/ Gary Taubes’ appearance on The Dr. Oz show http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/man-who-thinks-everything-dr-oz-says-wrong-pt-1 http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/man-who-thinks-everything-dr-oz-says-wrong-pt-2 http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/man-who-thinks-everything-dr-oz-says-wrong-pt-3 http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/web-exclusive-dr-oz-and-gary-taubes-debate-exercise http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honey_Nut_Cheerios#Health_appeal Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 24:12)This show we start out with a discussion of natural movement from my recent hiking experiences, and then we delve into an article by SciAm about behaviors that do and don’t contribute to weight loss. It’s important to find foods that are tasty substitutes for the not-so-healthy foods we typically grew up eating; that way, counterproductive “cheat days” become less attractive. As far as making your healthy changes stick, getting support from others can be helpful, yet the task of developing more inner awareness is always an individual affair. And this entails resolving emotional conflicts and aligning your present behaviors with your long-term goals. Once again, optimal health is achieved through the mind/body integration process. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Go to http://freefitnessaudio.com to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Behavioral Approaches to Weight Loss – Take our obesity poll http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=obesity-poll&WT.mc_id=SA_CAT_MB_20110119 Meet the Caveman Dieters – Inside the World of Paleo Diets and Caveman Work-Outs http://abcnews.go.com/Health/paleo-diet-meet-caveman-dieters/story?id=13030483 The deleterious effects of chronic video game playing… http://www.southparkstudios.com/full-episodes/s10e08-make-love-not-warcraft Once a Villain, Coconut Oil Charms the Health Food World by Melissa Clark http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/02/dining/02Appe.html?_r=2&emc=eta1&pagewanted=all – Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038  

(duration 24:05) In this show we discuss some of my new experiences in the Land Down Under and then touch on the six pillars of self-esteem by psychologist Nathaniel Branden. We address some of the six pillars, particularly in relation to a listener’s email, which shares her healthy mind fit body experiences amidst a culture that is not so inclined to health and fitness. Ultimately, the best way to inspire others is to present an example of optimal functioning to others and thus pique their interest about the process of achieving a healthy mind and fit body. We invite you to join our fb fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: next best thing to a flock of cockatoos… ;) Dumb and Dumber Most annoying sound in the world & Mocking http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrbKn5boVPA Nonviolent communication: a language of life By Marshall B. Rosenberg http://books.google.com/books?id=nY4tDDO93E8C&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_atb#v=onepage&q&f=false http://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Marshall-Rosenberg/dp/1892005034/ The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory be sure to check out our past series on the six pillars of self-esteem… http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/03/28/episode-27-the-practice-of-living-consciously/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/05/28-the-practice-of-self-acceptance/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/13/29-the-practice-of-self-responsibility/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/27/30-the-practice-of-self-assertiveness/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/05/06/31-the-practice-of-living-purposefully/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/05/13/32-the-practice-of-personal-integrity/ Lifestyle More Important Than Genes to Natural Longevity http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2011/02/lifestyle-more-important-than-genes-to-natural-longevity.php Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/

(duration 29:18) In this show we discuss the nature of the HCG diet, why it’s a fad and what the scientific research says. Rather than going the quick-fix route, which in this case entails eating only 500 calories a day, go for what’s really healthy for you in the long term. You can’t go wrong with Paleo (no grains, legumes, and dairy), but any significant reduction in carb consumption (and corresponding increase in fat consumption) will have positive effects on fat loss and your blood readings. What’s beneficial for you (not excess carbs) should be in line with your long term values of health, vitality, and longevity. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Don’t skimp on vitamin D… Sunlight and vitamin D for bone health and prevention of autoimmune diseases, cancers, and cardiovascular disease http://www.ajcn.org/content/80/6/1678S.long Retail HCG diet drugs are frauds, FDA warns http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/2011/01/26/20110126fda-warnings-about-diet-drugs.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_chorionic_gonadotropin 8 reasons carbs help you lose weight http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/8-reasons-carbs-help-you-lose-weight-2442968/ The Top 10 Health Podcasts Every Low-Carber Should Be Listening To by Jimmy Moore http://livinlavidalowcarb.com/blog/the-top-10-health-podcasts-every-low-carber-should-be-listening-to Some places for relatively inexpensive online ordering of blood tests… http://directlabs.com/ http://medlabusa.com/ http://personalabs.com/ http://privatemdlabs.com/ http://healthcheckusa.com/ https://results-direct.com/ Please consider making a donation to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated :) http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/

(duration 28:59) We address the psychological topic of dealing with mental and behavioral changes, especially in relation to those who don’t want to give up their favorite comfort foods, which are typically some form of unhealthy carbs. We explore our newsletter post covering this topic, as well as a listener’s response to it, who relates her stories about dealing with the unhealthy eating habits of her patients and co-workers at a hospital. We read some choice quotes from a motivational book titled As A Man Thinketh by James Allen, which was written over a hundred years ago. Become a “master gardener” of your own mind; understand your own power to change your life course and make firm commitments to lifestyle changes. Also, it’s extremely helpful to compassionately connect with feelings and needs in relation to making changes. For instance, when someone is feeling fearful or reticent or dismissive of a healthy message, acknowledge those feelings and understand various unmet needs that might give rise to them, via nonviolent communication. This will tend to dissolve antagonism and place the focus on what truly matters, which is adopting life-enriching strategies to get one’s needs met. We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/As_a_Man_Thinketh Instructions for Sentence Completion Programs http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/articles_essays/instructions.html Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg http://bit.ly/gwJa4h (google books) The vocabulary of nonviolent communication http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 (extended workshop) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ Please consider contributing to the HMFB cause! Much appreciated http://healthymindfitbody.com/donate/

(duration 40:14) In this show we explore the facets of Sarah’s transition to Paleo nutrition, her upcoming book, and her focus on health and fitness while maintaining a busy lifestyle and family with three boys. Motivation is key, especially determining what you’re going for (or what you’re chasing), putting your goals into perspective; just showing up for a workout may be a good goal initially. And, for those concerned with getting the family on board with Paleo foods, with the various Paleo recipes that Sarah presents, kids will leave very few left-overs! It’s vital to keep your priorities in line to ensure a happy life as well as practicing honesty with yourself and others. Also, restaurant eating can be done selectively, though not recommended for everyday healthy eating. Btw, the ultimate Paleo kitchen instrument is the pressure cooker! Don’t forget that you can choose from myriad herbs and spices for your tasty dishes. We invite you to join our facebook fan page Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Sarah Fragoso’s site http://everydaypaleo.com/ Pre-order Sarah’s book Everyday Paleo: Embracing a Natural Diet & Lifestyle to Increase Your Family’s Health, Fitness, and Longevity http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/11/30/everyday-paleo-book-is-ready-for-pre-order/ http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Everyday-Paleo/Sarah-Fragoso/e/9780982565810 http://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Paleo-Sarah-Fragoso/dp/098256581X http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/12/14/what-are-you-chasing-and-of-course-a-recipe/ Andy Deas exploring aspects of crossfit training… http://chasingcapacity.com/category/crossfit/love-hate-series/ Check out Sarah’s video demos down the page… http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/11/15/thanksgiving-recipes-and-everyday-paleo-pumpkin-pie-cooking-demo/ http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/10/19/cooking-demo-paleo-tacos-with-purple-cabbage-slaw/ http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/09/07/cooking-demo-breakfast-paleo-pizza/ Hopefully you have a Trader Joes near you… http://everydaypaleo.com/2009/12/21/paying-homage-to-trader-joes-salsa-verde/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!

(duration 28:18) In this show, we relate the recent injuries and hospitalization of our close friends and discuss the nature of hospitalization, things to watch out for–such as superbugs–and things to try to avoid, such as CT scans, physical exams, circumcision, C-sections, and antibiotics (unless your life depends on them, of course). In turn, your focus on optimal mental and physical functioning is key for a happy and long life–hopefully a greatly extended one! Getting the impediments of government out of the way will enable much more innovation and accountability in health care and medical research. Oh, and eggs–with yolks–are great to eat (don’t accept the cholesterol myth). We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/12/27/are-eggs-bad-for-you/ http://www.dailyfinance.com/story/eight-deadly-superbugs-lurking-in-hospitals/19647632/ http://www.cracked.com/article_18840_5-common-medical-procedures-that-secretly-arent-worth-it.html http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2010/06/the-carrot-of-happiness.php http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2010/06/the-mess-of-modern-medicine.php http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2008/05/the-million-year-lifespan.php http://www.ted.com/talks/barry_schuler_genomics_101.html Art Devany at 73! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1eyOjgcPSA Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 32:57) In this show, we explore some expert opinions from the mainstream about the ills of carbs, which indicate that the high-carb/low-fat diet dogma is starting to be dispelled. Yet the notion that there are “good” and “bad” carbs still persists, such as whole grains (allegedly good) and refined grains (allegedly bad). Actually, lower amounts of carbs from fruits and veggies are much more nutritious than carbs from grains, breads and cereals (not to mention from sweets). Artificial sweeteners are better than sugary sweeteners, but beware habitually consuming “candy cigarettes.” Make sure not to overdo the carbs with dried fruit too. Thanks to everyone who nominated and voted for us on podcastawards.com; although we didn’t win, it definitely helped get the hmfb message out. :) We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: A reversal on carbs by Marni Jameson http://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-carbs-20101220,0,5893431,full.story Cleaning up your carb act: Where to begin by Marni Jameson http://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-carbs-tips-20101220,0,4034450,full.story http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plumpy%27nut http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kwashiorkor Calories, fat or carbohydrates? Why diets work (when they do) http://www.garytaubes.com/2010/12/calories-fat-or-carbohydrates/ http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/12/25/does-insulin-really-deserve-a-bad-reputation/ Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes! http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=332309038

(duration 35:00) In this second half of our discussion of the role insulin plays in fat storage, we cover the last two posts on the weightology.net blog that dispute insulin’s role. Guest Stephanie Murphy again joins us to explore some more of the biochemistry involved, including cell glucose channels and receptors. One of the main controversies seems to be whether insulin is mostly inhibitory or excitatory in nature; we side with the latter, i.e., that insulin is mostly a fat storage hormone (resulting from excess carb consumption). Additionally, insulin adversely affects blood lipid levels, among other systemic issues. Trying to lose weight in the way most “authorities” in the mainstream recommend (low fat/ high carb) is an uphill battle, physically (hormonally) and psychologically. We again conclude that relatively high insulin secretion is detrimental not only to body fat accumulation (for most people), but also to overall health and longevity. Feel free to vote for Healthy Mind Fit Body Podcast in the “Health/Fitness” category every day until mid-December! http://www.podcastawards.com/ We invite you to join our FB fan page: http://facebook.com/healthymindfitbody Click here to get your free audio download of the 3 Pillars Of Achieving Your Perfect Weight Using The Mind/Body Connection, as well as our succinct newsletter. Items mentioned in this episode: Insulin…an Undeserved Bad Reputation by James Krieger Part 4 – http://weightology.net/weightologyweekly/?page_id=571 Finale – http://weightology.net/weightologyweekly/?p=734 Insulin: understanding its action in health and disease http://bja.oxfordjournals.org/content/85/1/69.full Mechanism of action of insulin in diabetic patients: a dose-related effect on glucose production and utilisation http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1604580/pdf/brmedj00125-0013.pdf Jimmy Moore’s interview: Gary Taubes Update With Preview Of ‘Why We Get Fat’ http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/shownotes/2403/the-return-of-gary-taubes-episode-401/ Michael Eades extensive thoughts on metabolic advantage… http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/metabolic-advantage/thermodynamics-and-the-metabolic-advantage/ http://www.proteinpower.com/drmike/weight-loss/low-carb-and-calories-part-2/ Get started on your healthy mind fit body journey! Feel free to rate and/or review our show on iTunes!