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Resprana CEO Sophie Frank on how they're revolutionizing personal air filtration and changing the way the world breathes with a new approach to fighting air pollution. With their innovative design on wearable air filters (WAF), Resprana seeks to offer all the protection of a mask (if not more) - without the mask. Air pollution kills 7 million people every year - including 2 people every minute in India alone. When the Air Quality Index (AQI) was created, the scale was 0-500. Cities like Beijing, China and Delhi, India routinely measure AQI's at 700 to 1,000 - well above the top end of that scale. As I write this, the current AQI in Mexico City is 868 and the prevalence of yellow (moderate), orange (unhealthy) and red (hazardous) AQI's around the world is alarming. (Find a link to this real-time AQI map on the blog post.) As you'll hear from Resprana CEO Sophie Frank, air pollution is something we should all pay more attention to. "We're not opting into this behavior, it's presented to us because of the world's situation." 7 million die a year from effects of air pollution; 2 people every minute Environment matters City wide pollution It's not just urban areas - forest fires, earthquakes, and volcanoes affect air quality Spending one day on New Delhi same as smoking 2 packs of cigarettes When does Sophie wear protection herself in certain cities, and how does she decide? Correlation of exposure to pollution to cancer? Resprana next fashion accessory, while decreasing exposure to pollution Serve the need of the larger populations and increasing distribution through strategic partnerships with the corporate and hotel industries Using 3D printers to better the distribution Phase 2: Customizing and enhancing product as piece of jewelry - something users are proud to wear Get Sophie's Top 3 Tips to #LiveOptimal

Low Carb/Keto/Paleo Nutritionist Amy Berger on how much protein, fat, and salt we really need, insulin as the real cause of hypertension and Alzheimer's as an energy crisis in the brain, aka "diabetes of the brain". Hear how: - Insulin, not sodium, is the #1 cause of high blood pressure - Learn about the body's natural "cutoff points" for salt and protein - but not for carbohydrates - Find out how much salt, protein and fat we really need each day - Alzheimer's = an energy crisis in the brain, cause by glucose intolerance, leading to "diabetes of the brain" Tune in for all this and so much more from Amy.

Episode #139 of the OPP gives you a front row seat to the amazing speakers at the Success Live Conference run by Success Magazine. The event featured some of the world's leading speakers, writers, scientists and innovators - Peter Diamandis, Dr. Daniel Amen, Jocko Willinck, Brendon Burchard, Keith Ferrazi, Mel Robbins, Tom Bilyeu Les Brown, and John Gray, just to name a few... This episode of the OPP is the edited and distilled version of my notes - given you all of the major bullet points, quotes, and takeaways from every speaker. From start to finish, this episode is packed with 63 gems along with the 5-6 themes that seemed to permeate the weekend, regardless of who was speaking. #LiveOptimal

Today's episode of the OPP features straight-shooting Texas-based holistic doctor, Stephen Lewis who specializes in chronic fatigue syndrome, thyroid issues and heavy metal detoxification. On this episode, we talk about why US chicken farmers won't eat their own chickens (you shouldn't either), how heavy metal get into our bodies, disrupt hormonal function and health and what you can do about, as well as other strategies to detoxify our bodies and help optimize our health and energy levels. Dr. lewis shares some of his favorite vitamins, minerals, and herbs for detoxification, hormone optimization, cancer-fighting, and energy metabolism. We cover: Differences in US vs European health and obesity levels Why chicken farmers won't eat their own chickens Heavy metal detoxification - arsenic, lead, mercury… Why grumpy polar bears are indicative of global toxic loads Cadmium and men's prostate health "Detoxify or Die" Why 6-week detoxes suck and what you need to do to turn on your natural detoxification pathways Top causes and indicators of chronic fatigue - and what you can do about it Vitamin B5 for stress, and the power of Selenium and Ashwaganda Cancer and hypo-methylation Is magnolia bark the next super supplement? Road rage in the US vs other other countries Why finding peace is so powerful for our health

Find out why the world's top neuroscientists believe this "groundbreaking" device can reduce body fat and change our set points without any changes to diet or exercise. Neurovalens CEO Dr. Jason McKeown (trained under V.S. Ramachandran) has created a groundbreaking technology that uses vestibular stimulation to "biohack" the hypothalamus, the portion of our brain that serves as the control center for the hormones that regulate weight, appetite and body composition. On the show we talk about: Discover how the hypothalamus controls body fat levels and appetite Learn how neurovestibular stimulation works Why our bodies are prepared to store fat than to burn fat (HINT: our ancestors were more likely to starve to death than overeat on a regular basis Can MODIUS really help us lower this "set point"? And do it without changing our diet or exercise? If it's real, then it can withstand criticism and if it crumbles to criticism it wasn't real Do they see benefit other than the superficial body fat reduction? And what can they say without upsetting the FDA? If this device works by replicating motion, why not walk or play flag football - something that is actually a motion, rather than stimulating it? (This Jason's ultimate goal, but he sees MODIUS as a bridge for millions.) The paradigm shifting study done by NASA in the 60's What you build your self-esteem around matters (Tom's advice) Why it's good to be open to being wrong The Obesity Epidemic in the US has reached an all time high, with every state's population being > 20-25% obese, some states as high as 35-40%. MODIUS may be a life changing tool for millions of people who struggle to reduce fat.

This episode of the OPP is for everyone who was ever told they were too short, too slow, or not good enough. Told he was too short for years, Govert Viergever ignored the doubters, honed his craft, created an opportunity for himself and capitalized, earning himself a spot on the Dutch Olympic team for the 2016 Rio Games. After a 5th place finish, he and teammates have their sights set on gold in 2020 and today, Govert is on the OPP explaining how biohacking and functional medicine have fueled his success. Focused and determined to succeed, Govert explains how he's using neurofeedback, cold and hot thermogenesis, keto dieting in his training program and he shares the secrets to behind his training, recovery, mindset and more: Chasing your dreams despite the doubters and obstacles How Govert plans his training to develop both aerobic (power) and anaerobic (endurance) capacities Find out how he cycles his carbs and use the ketogenic diet to support these training goals The difference between having a condition, and being a condition - "I may have a splinter" but that doesn't mean "I am a splinter" Tackle the problems you can measure Tracking HRV, sleep, and using the Oura Ring Goal setting and staying focused for a 4-year training cycle from 1 Olympic Games to the next

Our guest this week is leading digestive health expert, Dr. Michael Murray. Dr. Murray has authored more than 30 books on natural approaches to health and optimization. On today's episode we explore digestive health and dispel common misconceptions regarding heartburn medications, enzymes, probiotics and the public's perception of the term "natural". A few of the common digestive health questions we address: Digestive Enzymes vs. Probiotics (When and Why to use each) Why you should avoid the class of heartburn medications known as Proton Pump Inhibitors (like Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid, etc) Discover the natural alternatives to these drugs Why the public links "natural" with "not scientific" Learn why Ginger and Licorice should be staples in your pantry Why the "therapeutic dose" matters in the food vs. supplement debate How certain drugs get on the market before researchers fully understand their impact and what it takes to eventually pull them once we know they're harmful If you enjoy this episode, you can get more gut health information in Dr. Murray's FREE online Digestive Health Summit 9/9-9/17

"Success leaves footprints" is one of the rules I live by. It's one of the most powerful truths I know of, and it's extremely applicable to today's episode of the OPP featuring 2-time Olympian Peter Shmock. Peter is in the Oregon University Track Hall Of Fame. He was on the same track team as Steve Prefontaine (the Steve McQueen of running), was mentored and coached by the legendary Bill Bowerman - the same Bill Bowerman who invented the waffle outsole running shoe and helped Phil Knight found a little running shoe company called...NIKE! Aside from his Olympic, Oregon, and Nike connections, Peter has coached a wide range of elite performers, from professional baseball players (Seattle Mariners for 11 years) to professional dancers in the Pacific Northwest Ballet. To say he knows a thing or two about excellence and longevity is an understatement. His new book, The Way of The Life Athlete lays it all out, but I take you inside his brain for an inside look at the common traits shared by some of the world's most successful people - in sport, business, and life. Amid great storytelling, here are few of the key lessons Peter shares in this episode: Find a proven method, trust it and follow it with remarkable consistency. Mentors can be game-changers, but you must be open to learning The most successful people are lifetime learners Flow like water & be adaptable - life will inevitably throw you curveballs and chaos Get the details and the rest of Peter's sagely wisdom on this killer episode of the OPP.

Increasing strength and boosting brain power with Dr. Birk. From physical movement to mental performance, the Central Nervous System governs everything we do. On today's episode of the OPP, Dr. Ruminder Birk explains how we can optimize physical, mental, and emotional performance by "biohacking" our nervous system. Owner of Atlantis Chiropractic, Dr. Birk has an intimate knowledge of the nervous system and he brings his holistic, wellness based approach to the show as we discuss: How the Central Nervous System is first to develop Neural pathways controls movement and cognition The Windsor Autopsy Studies - failed attempts to dispel chiropractic claims that spine health impacts organ function What the research says about chiropractic adjustments increasing physical performance (6-16% boost from single adjustment) Old school Strongman secrets to increase neural drive for increased strength How low-level laser therapy, vibration plates, inversion and other biohacks can help us optimize nervous system function How chronic sympathetic activation (aka, stress) impacts hormones, sleep, energy, organs and what you can do about it Why "firefighters put out fires - but don't build houses" Biohacking and optimizing neurotransmitters for optimal mental performance

Beyond Blue Light: Why Technology is Killing Our Eyes Daniel Georgiev is a Bulgarian programmer who created Iris, special software designed to protect our eyes from the harmful effects of increased screen time. If you're an OPP listener, you're no stranger to blue light and it's impact on our hormones and sleep. But our increased screen time is killing our eyes for more reasons than blue light. In fact, Daniel says blue light is the least of concerns when it comes to overall eye health. We cover: the problem with blue blocking glasses and screens pulse waves from LED screens (flicker rate) optimal brightness why Kindle screens are "healthier" color inversion why glossy screens cause "double images" eye-friendly fonts blink detection and eye movement how taking more breaks with the 20-20-20 rule can help mitigate eye strain Daniel's technology to help color blind people experience more color Screen usage may be required, but there are ways to minimize it's harmful effects and Daniel shares numerous helpful tips and explains how his $10 Iris software can help us "hack" our screen usage. (think f.lux but better) On the blog: get Daniel's Top 4 Tips to Hack Your Computer Screen: 1. Use the 20-20-20 Rule 2. Avoid LEDs or Control Flicker Rate 3. Matte > Gloss 4. Use Eye-Friendly Fonts

East meets West in this week's OPP featuring Scott Dolly, owner of Evolution Human Performance and Rehabilitation. With an education that spans Physics, Biology, Qi Gong, Yoga, Mediation and more, Scott marries the best of Eastern and Western philosophies into his practice which he focuses on the the Neural Patterns in the Biomechanics of Movement, Scraping & Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and Alignment. After he assessed, analyzed, scraped, poked and prodded on me for several hours, Scott and I sat down in his Winchester, VA facility to talk about : Why normal and average are misused terms Tuning a human like a guitar: energy, vibrations resonance frequencies and the musical notes that correspond to each of the 7 chakras Proper motor sequencing in the biomechanics of movement: from cerebellum to motor cortex to the muscles that fire Why foam rolling is a good "warmup" for IASTM & soft tissue mobilization What the heck is scraping? Self-diagnosing your anterior pelvic (if you don't know what it is, you probably have it) Why stretching doesn't always work: you cant remove a knot from rope by pulling on the rope Why stability is more important than strength Why a tool is only as good as the person using it Open-chain vs closed-chain movements Biohacks to accelerate healing (from a man who is 6 weeks out of an Achilles rupture) Why Evolution Human Performance and Rehabilitation has performance enhancing blue lights in the facility Big thanks to Scott for opening his facility and his mind to us. This is a truly insightful podcast and one I'm sure you'll enjoy.

"Few observers have truly internalized the implications of the fact that the rate of change itself is accelerating." - Ray Kurzweil, founder at Singularity U The future is coming faster than we think. Don't be a passive passenger. Think for yourself, think ahead and ask questions - don't follow blindly. Today's guest on the OPP is Hannes Sjob, the Chief Disruption Officer at Epicenter Stockholm and a faculty member at Singularity University. Hannes takes us on a fascinating glimpse into the future of wearable - and implantable - technologies, Artificial Intelligence and the intersection of BioTech with biohacking, health and Big Data. What's coming? What does it mean? What can we do with it? On the positive side, we could see the democratization of medicine - a revolutionary shift in the way we proactively protect our health with real-time biofeedback from heart rates (already happening) to hormone levels along with suggestions for course corrections. Are we really 2-5 years away from grain-of-rice-sized implants that could change the way medical systems operate and treat patients - especially important in rural and undeveloped areas where the nearest doctors are hundreds of miles away. Conversely, on the futuristic Sci-Fi, skeptical side, there are serious questions that we need to ask (and answer) about tracking and monitoring - do we trust the people who have this data? Who will access to it and what can they do with it? What are the real Big Data concerns? Can we encrypt certain information? (yes) Technology is accelerating faster than most of us realize, and while it has tremendous potential upside, we need to have these conversations now while we still have the opportunity to curate the future we want for ourselves. We won't have all the answers today, but we certainly need to start asking the right questions. Enjoy this show with Hannes and let us know your thoughts on Implants, AI, and the future of biohacking.

Andy Murphy is a leading high pressure performance coach for 7 and 8-figure entrepreneurs. He is not your typical mindset guru or NLP mental performance coach - and this is not your typical "design your dream life" podcast episode. Andy explains how our neural networks shape our view of ourselves and how we move through the world - laying out the exact steps we can take daily to upgrade our minds for optimal performance. We examine how our belief systems limit our thinking (and our possibilities), how the prefrontal cortex (PFC), neurotransmitters (like dopamine) and how our mirror neurons (read: social circles) influence our choices. We also cover: Creating your alter-ego and moving through the world as that avatar The importance of a crystal clear vision for where you want to go Why you need to be on "auto-pilot" to attain peak performance What is "Connor McGregor thinking"? (And why you should be using it!) The problem with morning routines - and how to fix them The law of 33% How "mirror neurons" shape our thinking and influence our behaviors The problem with most "self-help" approaches How to make novelty and "shiny object syndrome" work FOR you - not against you Why the advice " be the dumbest person in the room" doesn't work for many people Lifestyle design is an under discussed element of optimal performance. To not actively design our own lives is to leave them to chance. Andy's unique talents to deliver actionable strategies make this episode of the OPP packed with tips to implement into your daily routine.

Is Cancer a Metabolic (Mitochondrial) Disease? Our guest on the OPP today, Dr. Thomas Seyfried says it is. Dr. Thomas Seyfried is a leading cancer researcher, Biology professor at Boston College and author of the book Cancer as a Metabolic Disease. His work focuses on epigenetic and metabolic nutritional therapies for neurological and mitochondrial diseases. According to Dr. Seyfried, cancer is a mitochondrial metabolic disease. His Press-Pulse protocol of ketosis, fasting, and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) created with colleague Dominic D'Agostino is producing amazing results in animals, dogs, and people. On today's show, we explore: Why Dr. Seyfried thinks genetic tests are a waste of time & money Why neuroinflammation should scare you (Hint: it's linked to almost every major disease) How cancer could be single disease with a single cause, and a single cure Why calories restriction - and fasting - signals our healthy cells to improve themselves How ketosis starves cancer cells and helps heal the body Why protecting our mitochondria may be our best method to reduce our risk of cancer How Dr. Seyfried and Dominic D'Agostino linked up to create the Press-Pulse method of starving cancer with ketosis, then destroying it with Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments (HBOT) The frustrating truth about why the scientific and medical communities are not rushing to fund studies and implement these treatment protocols Dr. Seyfried is a brilliant man who is asking the right questions and taking great strides to advance our understanding of cancer and health in general. You'll hear and see more of Dr. Seyfried's Press-Pulse anticancer treatments in the book Tripping Over The Truth and the forthcoming Dog and Cancer Series. We're honored to have him on the OPP, and excited to share this information with you. Share this episode, tag us in your post, and you'll be entered to win a signed copy of Dr. Seyfried's Book "Cancer as a Metabolic Disease"

Today's guest on the OPP is Dr. Cyrus Raji, a neuroradiologist at UCSF conducting structural and functional neuro imaging (brain scans) to investigate neuropsychiatric disorders, cognitive decline and head trauma. He was recently awarded the 2017 Alzheimer's Grant by the ASNR and his colleague during his training at the University of Pittsburg was Bennet Omalu - the man portrayed by Will Smith in the movie Concussion. On the OPP today, we talk about the 7 modifiable lifestyle choices that could reduce Alzheimer's diagnoses by 1 million worldwide. We discuss the amyloid plaques seen on brain scans for Alzheimer's, why waiting for these to show up is too late and why amyloid removing drugs don't work (Hint: neural cells are already dead) and how we might correct this with Growth Factors and lifestyle choices - like exercise - that stimulate the release of BDNF, aka Miracle-Gro for the brain. We also discuss the differences between depression and cognitive decline, what each looks like on the MRI, the difference between structural and functional brain scans, and the procedures that led to Bennet Omalu's CTE discovery, and of course, the current news on NFL players and CTE. Dr. Cyrus Raji is truly a leader in the field of brain imaging to investigate depression, cognitive decline, Alzheimer's and CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) - He has published over 30 peer-reviewed papers on these topics in such journals such as Neurology, Human Brain Mapping, the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, and the American Journal of Neuroradiology. I had a blast chatting with Dr. Raji and I'm sure you'll love this episode.

I'll spare you the sensationalized, click-bait headline about how spirulina and chlorella are the missing nutrient in your diet that are 1000X more powerful than fruits and vegetables. But, technically speaking, one gram of algae – the amount in a single tablet – contains the nutritional equivalent of 1,000 grams of fruits and vegetables. So make no mistake about it, these nutrient dense blue green algae, Spirulina (a bacteria) and Chlorella (a plant) are true superfoods. Spirulina contains 2.5X more protein per ounce than steak and 2-5X more antioxidants per ounce than leading fruits and vegetables. A mere 30 gram serving of chlorella has 5X the chlorophyll content of kale and contains more iron than liver. They're also the most potent source of plant-based omega-3's and Vitamin B12 - making them a powerful supplement for non-meat eaters. These nutrient powerhouses may be the most nutrient dense foods on the planet and Catharine Arnston of Energy Bits is on the OPP to share the details of how we can upgrade our diet with a 30-calorie snack that can: support our mitochondria boost ATP enhance antioxidant capacity buffer and remove lactic acid speed recovery remove heavy metals (detoxify body) and possibly fight cancer* These superfoods also contain 18,000-24,000 I.U.s per serving of the little known antioxidant Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) that is 3500X more powerful than Vitamin C. Tune to learn more about the nutrient density of this powerhouse superfood, and how to get more of it into your diet. Catherine also advises us on the 7 questions we need to ask when choosing our green supplements, including the source, how was the cell wall cracked, how is it processed, how is it packaged - find out the rest (and why these matter) on the show.

The most polarizing topic in medicine, the OPP vaccine debate did not disappoint. We invited Yale Director of Public Health Dr. David Katz and the Paleo Cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson on to explore both sides of the vaccines conversation...what happened shocked me. Our debate quickly turned into a 1-sided conversation as Dr. Katz excused himself from the recording. As a health professional with a position likely funded by - and certainly supported by - the medical orthodoxy, I understand Dr. Katz's reluctance to "pretend there is a legitimate debate" about the safety of vaccines. However, the pro-vaccine contingency's strategy to "ignore the debate so the public will think there isn't one" is more of a red flag than they realize. I, like many others feel like - if there is nothing to hide, we should be able to have an open, honest, transparent discussion about the safety of the public. Despite our loss of the pro-vaccine argument in this debate, I tried to present you an unbiased episode that is digging for answers. Admittedly, it's hard to remain slant-free when one side is running TOWARD you with information and the other side is running AWAY from you. It seems the more and deeper we dig, the more confusing and frustrating this topic gets. This episode is packed with information and thought-provoking details… Among the anti-vaccine information in this episode is the story presented in the Vaxxed Documentary where a CDC whistle-blower and co-author (William Thompson) on the "vaccines not linked to autism" study claims they fraudulently manipulated the data to deliver the outcome desired by the CDC and Big Pharma. Tune in and let us know your thoughts.

Our guest on the OPP today is Eric Remensperger. Eric was diagnosed with inoperable Stage IV, metastatic Prostate Cancer - and survived. Instead of radiation or chemotherapy, Eric used oxygen, light, fasting, ketosis, sleep and functional foods to improve mitochondrial, cellular, and immune function to defeat his cancer. (Disclaimer: This is not medical advice.) This is the story of one cancer survivor - and his mission to share the information that saved his life. On this information-packed, inspiring episode of the OPP you'll hear: Why Eric says we're all "cancering" ←→ healing on a spectrum at all times and what this means for our immune system and odds of developing cancer (the noun/condition we know) How fasting induces autophagy and promotes a stronger immune system - helping Eric fight off his cancerous growths How Eric used oxygen therapy to reduce lactic acid, and clear metabolic waste from cancer cells to stop their proliferation Learn the single 30-day cycle of medicine Eric used in his treatment (and why) Why morning sunlight plays a crucial in optimal health and wellbeing Ketosis: nutritional vs. therapeutic and how it impacts cancer Why Oxidative stress is beneficial and how it plays into balancing our electron transport system A self-professed health nut BEFORE his diagnosis, learn the single biggest mistake that Eric says led to his development of cancer Why Eric ditched his daily 48-ingredient superfood shake when he was diagnosed with cancer - and what he's doing instead Hear how Eric's daily routine is designed today in an effort to keep him healthy, cancer-free, and thriving Thanks to Eric for sharing his story with us.

Listener Request Episode - the Jet Lag and Travel Hacks episode of the OPP: The 9 Best Travel Tips to Reduce Jet Lag We love travel. But flying is tough on our bodies and immune systems. If you've ever had to fly long distances, you've felt the effects of jet lag on your ability to function optimally. Whether you travel for business or pleasure, you probably want to feel and perform at your best - get the 9 best travel tips to reduce jet-lag, the science behind them and practical strategies for how to implement them. (It's the OPP - strategies to implement the knowledge base is what we do!) Discover the best way to eat when traveling: Fasting? Ketosis? How to use light therapy in your pocket to reset your circadian rhythm Immune-boosting tips to help safeguard against recirculated air and germs Can compression socks and pants reduce jet lag? A tip from Mark Sisson on when to reset your watch and why How to use grounding - on the plane and off it - to enhance cellular function What to drink in airports to maximize your immune system Hacking posture, sitting and exercise to reduce jet lag We've got you covered on these and more. Let us know your favorite - or send us your jet lag hack if we missed it.

The New York Times calls it the $325,000 burger. National Geographic calls it the petri-dish burger. Impossible Foods calls their plant-based "meat" the Impossible Burger. On this very special episode of the OPP, I chat with Chris Davis, Director of Research and Development at Impossible Foods to discuss their meat alternative - the Impossible Burger and it's impact (or lack thereof) on feeding the world, fixing the broken factory farming industry, and decreasing our massive food waste problem. As the Impossible Foods website states: "The world loves meat. But relying on cows to make meat is land-hungry, water-thirsty, and pollution-heavy. That's why we set out to do the impossible: make delicious meats that are good for people and the planet." It's a great marketing message for the general public. It that all it is? Just an empty marketing message? To the discerning Optimizer, or anyone who has given thought to the issue of feeding the world, there are gaps in the Impossible Foods mission (as you'll hear). I'm grateful for Rosie and Chris's willingness to set this up and allow me to press them deeper on this conversation about the future of the world's food supply. It's clear to me that I'm at a different point on the purist-pragmatist spectrum than Chris and Impossible Foods. I'd like to think I'm not a naive idealist...you be your own judge. A taste of what we uncovered: What's actually IN the "burger"? (Tune in to hear for yourself.) Are the plants used produced by the same government subsidized, industrial agricultural complex that we're trying to change? (I found out the answer is...wait for it, YES!) Does it contain any of the healthy fats or proteins that we get from grass-fed animals like CLA, omega-3's, and collagen? (No, but it is "cholesterol-free"...HAH, did we transport back in time to 1985?) Production of the impossible burger requires 1/20 of the land resources that a cow requires...what is being done with the other 19/20th of lands? ("Nothing, not our responsibility.") Is this meat alternative making a positive impact on the lives of food insecure people in impoverished nations? (No - it's being sold at 33 hipster burger joints in LA and Austin for $14/burger) Chris and I do agree on few key points: We waste too much food. Globally, as much as 50% of edible food is wasted. See blog post for statistics and a great video from John Oliver on HBO's Last Week Tonight. The factory farming model for animals is seriously flawed, inefficient and harmful to the environment. We need to have this conversation about course-correcting and exploring alternatives sooner rather than later.

Mind Pump Media meets Optimal Performance Podcast. Adam, Justin and Sal from Mind Pump sit down with me on the OPP (or am I on Mind Pump Media?) for an epic 2 hour conversation of "podcasting magic" that is being released simultaneously on both of our shows. These guys are brilliant, funny, and ready to sling science at every topic that came up. This conversation ranges far and wide, including: podcasting, the pros and cons of technology, dopamine, movement, blue zones, meditation, suffer-fests, how, why, and when to use HIIT training... A few of the specific topics we dive into during this conversation: Why 24 hour was the first billion dollar fitness club Impact of Social media, on psychology life and business The exact moment each of us learned to question everything Why technology has decentralized power How podcasting is a revolution equal to the printed word The problem with high intensity and low frequency training methods Bodybuilding, steroids and testosterone problems The rise of "Suffer Fests" - why society is seeking, even paying premiums for suffering and relaxation And so much more. I realize this is the longest OPP we've put out yet - I don't plan to make shows of this length a regular occurrence, but for special "talk and record" moments moments like this, it has to be done. Break it up into several workouts or commutes - whatever you need to do, but enjoy this gem!

Ben Greenfield is back on the OPP to discuss his newest project, gratitude journaling. Ben explain his own gratitude rituals - answering 3 simple questions first thing each morning while he measures his HRV in bed (don't worry, I get Ben to explain his HRV routine as well.) We dive deep into the science of gratitude and reveal the 5 ways gratitude practices change our brain - including increased physical health, mental health, improved resiliency, better sleep, and enhanced activation of the brain regions that control serotonin and dopamine. Since no conversation with Ben would be complete without his latest biohacks and experiments, we also cover: Oxytocin injections Live O2 for hyper and hypo-oxygenation to boost mitochondria function Red Light Therapy Telomere protection Ben's Top 3 tips to fight aging And much more...

At the risk being accused of hyperbole, this is one of the most powerful episodes of the OPP yet. The ever passionate Todd White (Dry Farm Wines) reveals his Profit and Peace Manifesto: how focusing on gratitude and abundance rather than financial results has helped Dry Farm Wines build the fastest growing club in the world - one that features 6 hour work days, daily team meditations and affirmations, and 100X growth last year. (We don't even mention wine until the 37 min mark.) I visited the Dry Farm Wines team in Napa Valley to participate in their daily pre-work ritual of meditation, affirmation and gratitude. What I experienced was beyond my expectations. The transformative power of their energy, light, and love revealed much about their success as individuals and as a team. Todd shares how we can build these habits into our lives along with the deeper impact of living in a world filled with love and support. As Todd reminds us, "Darkness cannot exist in the presence of light. Likewise, our doubts and fears cannot exist in a world of love, gratitude and abundance." We explore practical ways to implement these concepts, along with minimalism, creating rockstars, setting boundaries between work and personal life, and leaning into - or striving for - a particular goal is the last thing you want to do. Replace expectation with appreciation and you'll find peace. Tune in - and share this episode with your friends, family, and co-workers (I dare you!) to create this fail-proof family environment in your community.

Endurance runner, biohacker, father and husband Todd Shipman will be featured in September's Men's Health magazine for a day in the life of a biohacker. We've got him on the OPP first, sharing his 6 most cost effective biohacks and an epic conversation about promoting health, wellness, nutrition and movement. We discuss: Why Men's Health chose Todd for their "A Day In The Life of Biohacker" feature Is The AHA a terrorist organization? How do we spread our message of health and optimization without turning people off like we're door-to-door evangelists. The phenomenon of Horizontal Hatred: Stopping the in-fighting within our health niches (keto, primal, Crossfit, Vegan, etc) to focus on promoting better living to people currently outside the health community The importance of celebrating every small victory along the journey Todd's best FREE biohacks: breathing, cold exposure, and going barefoot Todd's Top 3 "best bang for your buck" biohacks: Red Light, HRV, and neurofeedback MoveNat - Natural movement How Todd Shipman spans the niches of primal, quantum, bulletproof, and much more...

Dr. Michael Breus, also known as The Sleep Doctor is the author of The Power of When - the book that explains the best time for you to do everything, based on your individual biological clock. Dr. Breus has identified 4 chronotypes or "sleep animals": bears, lions, dolphins, and wolves. Understanding our natural tendencies allows us to find the optimal time to do anything and everything - from sex and sleep, to workouts, highly productive work and everything in between. Understand why most studies and health recommendations are wrong for 40-50% of the population Discover why 90% of people are having sex at the wrong time of day Learn how the PER3 gene is one of 80 genes that determine your sleep drive and your unique biological clock How cancer cells multiply faster when we're sleep deprived Why "The Power of When" can improve your relationships at home and at work How light changes metabolism, sleep, and sexual arousal And much more... Tune in to learn your chronotype and what it says about you.

Kasandrinos Olive Oil is the fastest growing olive oil company in the world. Founder Tony Kasadrinos has built this family business while serving as an active duty US Marine. We talk about family, how the Kasandrinos clan has built such a thriving business, the Paleo world, and of course Olive Oil. Tony reveals the secret behind the "fake olive oil" scandal, why you shouldn't worry about these reports and why he says ALL oils will eventually fail this test. He also explains how to find the best oils - looking for lot numbers, pressed on dates and more - way beyond the normal label claims like Organic and Extra Virgin.

This episode is by request. You guys asked for ways to "hack" your mood, happiness, and mindset...here are 5 research-backed methods to instantly improve your mood, increase happiness and skyrocket your productivity. Find out: How social media is linked to depression and how the average person spend 2 hours a day on social media. Why we produce less serotonin on cloudy days and when we're sedentary. Why 10,000 steps a day doesn't mean you're "healthy". Why city dwellers have a 20 percent higher risk of anxiety disorders and a 40 percent higher risk of mood disorders as compared to people in rural areas. How walking in nature - even looking a pictures of nature can decrease activity in a region of the brain associated with a key factor in depression, reduce mental fatigue, and boost productivity. Plus, we'll cover the 1 simple trick that makes you 12X more likely to be happy, how real social interaction impacts our physiology more than cigarette smoking, and what you can learn from prison shows like Orange Is The New Black and Oz (hint: it has to do with solitary confinement) Tune in and let us know your favorite sound bite. Post a screen grab or photo of you listening, tag @naturalstacks + @ryanmunsey_ + 1 FRIEND who needs to hear this & you'll both be entered to win FREE CILTEP! And use the code CILTEPOPP to save 50% on your first month of CILTEP subscription.

Chris Dancy is the World's Most Connected Man, lecturing all over the world on how we can better utilize technology to monitor our health, hack time, and be more mindful cyborgs. I met Chris at the Biohacker Summit Sweden last month where he presented a keynote on time-traveling using our phones, calendars, and wearable devices. In this episode of the OPP, Chris explains how we "lack the ability to track what we value, so we end up valuing what we track." We explore time travel, time-hacking, and optimizing our tracking devices to enhance our lives. Chris has a new TV show coming soon where he "reads" phones like a psychic reads palms - called "phone palmistry". We have Chris analyze the phones of some of our listeners (with startling accuracy) and we have their reactions to prove it! Discover what your phone says about you and learn how to customize your phone to slow down time, optimize your health and relationships, and enhance your overall wellbeing.

"The opposite of play is not work. The opposite of play is depression." - Charlie Hoehn Charlie Hoehn is the Head of Author Marketing for Book In A Box and has written several best-selling books of his own: Play It Away and Recession-Proof Graduate, that offer simple solutions that help people get on with their lives. Previously, Charlie interned with Seth Godin, Ramit Sethi and was Tim Ferriss' Director of Special Projects, whom he helped edit and launch The 4-Hour Body. The book debuted as a bestseller — #1 New York Times, #1 Amazon, #1 Barnes & Noble. When he graduated college in the midst of the recession, Charlie Hoehn found a way to provide value, allowing him to thrive when many others suffered. His unique approach - explained in this interview - has enabled him to rub shoulders with and learn from some of the most powerful minds of our time. Charlie's own "workaholic" nature drove him to depression and serious bouts of anxiety which led him to discover the power of play and how it can help us increase happiness and reduce anxiety. This podcast is loaded with lessons from Charlie's mentors (Seth Godin, Ramit Sethi, and Tim Ferris) as well as actionable strategies for you to end the guilt you feel when you're not working, reduce stress and anxiety, and how to build more play (read: joy & happiness) into your life.

Paleo Chef & Phat Fudge creator Mary Shenouda is a true unicorn. Mary, aka the Paleo Chef, is a private chef to professional athletes and Hollywood celebrities, and the flavor formulator of many of your favorite #Paleo products. She's also on a mission to help millions eat better, play more, and live a fulfilling life. #EatPlayCrush We sat down with Mary a few weeks ago in Venice, California to decode her secrets of high performance. The result is one-of-a-kind episode of the OPP, where we talk with the creator of Unicorn Fuel to learn how to embrace your uniqueness, eat like you give a damn about yourself, crush life, being a female entrepreneur, individualizing the Paleo diet to fit your own needs, and using mortality to fuel your mission.

The average person SITS 7.7 hours a day, with some people sitting up to 15 hours! By comparison, the average person only gets 6.5 hours of sleep each night. No wonder we're seeing a shift away from health in the average person. After all, 71% of the US is overweight. These statistics tell us a LOT. We sit too much. We sleep and move too little. And you already know we eat more than we ever have in the history of our species - most of that coming from low quality, processed foods. But not you - right?! ;) Back to this sitting thing... The CDC has called sitting the new smoking. Since most of us work from a seated position, commute to work sitting in cars, buses, trains, and planes, and then spend much of our down time sitting in front of TV's, hunched over phones... This podcast is something you need to hear. I'm joined by Aaron Alexander of Align Therapy to discuss how our posture impacts - no, it DICTATES - our physiology. Tune in to find out how you can optimize your sitting time and overcome the muscular, skeletal, and emotional crippling that comes from sitting in submissive, depressive, "douchey" positions for 1/3 of your life (8/24 hours a day). Hack your posture while sitting to optimize your physiology, feelings, mood, decisions and hormonal health. #LiveOptimal

Few things are one size fits all. Especially diets. New research has linked the ketogenic diet to decreases in peak performance for some athletes. In the first ever OPP solo-cast, I'll discuss this research, what it means for us, and for power athletes, the best applications of the ketogenic diet, and how my 8-month experiment with being keto caused a 20-25% drop in strength. We'll look at the benefits of ketosis and how we can hack the ketogenic diet to reap the benefits while avoiding some of the common drawbacks. Study Results on Performance - VO2 Max DECREASED 2.4% - Peak Power DECREASED 4.1% - Grip Strength INCREASED 2.5% Study Results on Biomarkers - 3% reduction in blood glucose - 20% reduction in insulin - 22% reduction in IGF-1

Lacie Mackey is the boss behind the business of Caveman Coffee and she's personal trainer to Hollywood's elite. No name-dropping here, but Lacie shares the do's and don't of recovery, hormonal balance, fitness, natural products, coffee and MCT oil. We expose 3 secrets about coffee - the world's #2 commodity - that most people don't know, including why you should never store it in your refrigerator. (It absorbs freon) Win FREE Caveman Coffee + CILTEP. Along with Caveman Coffee, we're helping 3 lucky people optimize their mornings with this bundle. 3 winners will receive: 1 Bag Caveman Coffee 1 Bottle of Caveman MCT Oil 1 Bottle of CILTEP Entering is easy - just share this post by using this link: http://bit.ly/2rmehKB

Tom Bilyeu is on a mission to end both metabolic disease and generational poverty. His relentless quest includes the stated intent to deliver people the tools required to live outside the matrix and create meaningful impact on the world. We're honored to have Tom on the OPP to share his insights on success and top tips to help ignite our potential. Tom Bilyeu's 7 Ways to Ignite Your Potential Use books to enhance your social circle Do more research than anyone else Find gaps in the existing landscape and fill those voids Outwork everyone Love conquers all. Celebrate transformation to foster a community of support Find your lead domino Master the growth mindset Listen to the full podcast for the details and blueprint to implement each of these in your life. Who is Tom Bilyeu? Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Tom's mission is the creation of empowering media-based IP and the acceleration of mission-based businesses [like Natural Stacks]. Personally driven to help people develop the skills they will need to improve themselves and the world, Tom is intent to use commerce to address the dual pandemics of physical and mental malnourishment. Tom regularly inspires audiences of entrepreneurs, change makers, and thought leaders at some of the most prestigious conferences and seminars around the world, including Abundance 360, A-fest, and Freedom Fast Lane. Tom has also been a guest on the Tony Robbins podcast and The School of Greatness podcast and has been featured in Forbes, Inc., Success, and The Huffington Post. Tom is currently on the Innovation Board of the XPRIZE Foundation. What you'll learn from Tom Bilyeu on the OPP: How to stand out from the crowd - even in saturated markets Ending metabolic disease Execute against your dreams Why adaptability beats strength or intelligence How to build the right team and support system for success Find your lead domino and the right catalysts for change The key to reaching the top: do research, fill in the gaps, outwork everyone The most crucial part(s) of Tom's morning routine Why Tom says "don't trust your emotions" Tom's strategies to live-forever - or at least optimize quality of life Where you can find Tom and get more of his unique inspiration Tom Bilyeu's Top 3 Tips to #LiveOptimal

Your backstage pass to the Biohacker Summit. 5 Speakers and VIPs from the event take their turn on the OPP Hot Seat and give you their best advice, #1 Biohacking Tip, favorite books, proudest moments, and most exciting thing they saw at this summit.

Our skulls are shrinking and it's impacting our breathing & brain function. Anti-aging Dr John Lieurance is back to discuss these epigenetic changes, Functional Cranial Release (FCR), how it improves breathing, frontal lobe activity & vestibular f

Model, celebrity trainer, & movement specialist Adam Von Rothfelder shares the philosophy behind his Earn The Day mission and his 7 Daily Habits For Health and Success- including balance, restructuring water, movement vs. exercise, & hormonal balance.

Leading anti-aging doctor John Lieurance discusses the top regenerative therapies - including stem cells from your own bone marrow and abdominal fat, and PRP for joints, regeneration and longevity. We also cover growth factors, ultra-sounds, & laser IV's.

2008 Olympic medalist Tony Jeffries never lost as a pro boxer, and now runs 2 successful gyms in LA. Tony gives us an unparalleled view of what it takes to win an Olympic medal and how we can apply those skills - training, visualization, mental toughness - for growth and success in business and life.

2 months ago I stopped eating 1 of my favorite foods and I've never felt better. The food? Whole eggs. Turns out, I have a food Intolerances - the #1 cause of inflammation in the gut. We talk to the folks at Pinner Test to explain the difference between food allergies and intolerances, how to ID your intolerances and how gut health impacts Serotonin.

Episode #101: Part 2 of 2 with Tait Fletcher. Part 1 has been called ''the best podcast ever'' & this is the rest of the conversation on building self-esteem, contemplating the ego & the self, and the 6 human needs we're all chasing. Tait delivers big time on this episode of the OPP.

The OPP is going to 2 shows a week! This is Part 1 of 2 with the one and only Tait Fletcher who joins me for a special in-person episode (#100) of the OPP to openly discuss feelings of depression, self-worth, balancing the highs and lows of life.

Are CVAC pods the future of recovery, longevity and mitochondrial health? Learn how these machines use rapid changes in temperature, pressure, and oxygen levels to stimulate, train and detoxify mitochondria for increased recovery, health, and performance.

Everyone talks about sleep hacks, but never the BED itself. This ultimate guide explains everything the world's healthiest bed SHOULD and should NOT have - from magnetic pads, metal springs, & inclines to the 4.5 gallons of chemicals in foam mattresses.

We cover birth control, research ''spin'' & rules of storing fat when immunology expert Dr. Anthony Jay reveals the Top 10 synthetic estrogens that harm estrogen receptors in our brains, muscles, and reproductive organs - plus how we can limit our exposure.

Gut health expert Christine Rosche analyzes my Poop Test results on the podcast. A leader in the Gut-Brain connection, Christine shows how these tests help us quantify our gut bacteria, boost cancer prevention, protect brain function & more on gut health.

The Biohacker Summit is May 19 in Sweden. Teemu Arena and Mattias Ribbing on the pursuit of better living through science and nature. We talk behavior change, wild foods, foraging, memory upgrades, thermogenesis, & US vs. Europe biohacking.

Founder of VIGR Health, David Limacher on why you should eat and live according to your latitude, how to use sunlight, magnetism, and water to improve health, the ancient tradition of Elk Antler Velvet, & more biohacks that you've never heard

CILTEP creator Abelard Lindsay is back on the OPP: Discover how GABA is a ''social shock absorber that puts bubble wrap around the ego'', increases empathy, eases socialization and boosts overall wellbeing. Plus, sulforaphane, NO boosters and new research.

Jamie Wheal, co-author of The Rise of Superman and Stealing Fire is on the OPP. We dive into the$4 Trillion economy of altered and elevated states for the pursuit of non-normal states of consciousness, enhanced learning, peak performance, ecstasis & flow.