SuperLife with Darin Olien

Your brain is the tissue that sits in your skull, and your mind is the software that controls that tissue. Little tweaks in thinking can completely transform how you approach life. No one understands this better than one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between the mind and elite performance, Dr. Michael Gervais. But you don't have to be an Olympian to benefit from training the brain. Listen to learn all about training the brain from a sport and performance psychologist. || LINKS || www.findingmastery.com | www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/training-the-brain-dr-michael-gervais

It's a totally normal instinct to want to look your best. And your smile represents who you are. So there's absolutely no shame in wanting whiter teeth. However, in order to understand the potential danger of teeth whitener products, you have to understand how the teeth work. Your sensitive tooth enamel's sole purpose is to protect your teeth. And harsh teeth whiteners can weaken your enamel, thus weakening your teeth in general. In this episode, I'll cover how to prevent tooth yellowing and what natural products to try instead. So show me your pearly whites and listen up! || www.bitetoothpaste.com/darin | Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-teeth-whiteners-what-are-you-bleaching-away/

You don't have to be a monk to meditate. A common misconception is that you have to be some sort of spiritual guru to get anything out of meditation. This is simply not true. Meditating is a way to tap into your inner self, quiet the mind and listen to what you really want out of life. We meditate to get good at life, not to get good at meditation. Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva Meditation, wants to inspire people to try mediation for themselves. And after teaching over 40,000 people just that, you could say she's a bit of an expert on the subject. || LINKS | zivameditation.com/podcast| | ttps://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/getting-good-at-life-through-meditation-emily-fletcher/

Everyone wants stronger nails. In the last decade, a new trend has taken over the manicure game that promises longer-lasting polish and stronger nails. But do gel manicures deliver on that promise? The truth is, gel polish is full of toxic ingredients. And all the processing, scraping, and UV light used in gel manicures could actually be making your nails much weaker. Listen to this episode to learn all about the potential dangers of gel manicures and what to use instead. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-gel-manicures-weakening-your-nails/

We all know that we need oxygen to breathe. But the role of oxygen in the body is even more vital and complex than we realize. Oxygen fuels every cell in your body. And you may not be getting as much oxygen to those cells as you think you are. With over 40 years of experience in sales, manufacturing and nutritional formulation, as well as his education and degrees, Dr. Stephen Krauss uses it all to create products to enhance health and nutrition. And behind all his work and creations is his profound appreciation for oxygen and its role in the body. Listen to learn all about it. || LINKS | https://poweredbyoxygen.com/ | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-role-of-oxygen-in-the-body-dr-stephen-krauss/

Just because it's plant-based, doesn't mean it's good for you. That's certainly the case with canola oil, the second most popular vegetable oil in the US. This cheap cooking oil is used worldwide because of its low price tag, its availability, and its versatility. It's even marketed as a health food. But in reality, it's fattening, genetically modified and is making it harder for organic farmers to cultivate actual healthy crops. Listen to the episode to learn why you should avoid this poison and what to use instead. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-canola-oil-genetically-modified-poison/

Like the song says, the children are our future. And as our planet faces dire challenges, youth involvement in activism is more important than ever. So how do we inspire young activists to spark change among the younger generations? Genesis Butler, 14-year old animal rights and climate activist and the great-niece of Cesar Chavez, knows what it takes to inspire the youth. And she tells us how. || LINKS || https://thesavemovement.org/what-is-youth-climate-save/ | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-rise-of-young-activists-genesis-butler/

Do you have a sleep tracker? A Fitbit? An Apple watch? Do you strap your smartphone to your arm when you go running? If you've ever wondered if those wearable Bluetooth devices are safe, the answer is a resounding NO. We need to be more aware of the wireless technology we're strapping to our bodies. This kind of convenience comes at a price, and frankly, it's pretty alarming. Listen to learn all about the negative effects of wearable Bluetooth devices and what to use instead. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-wearable-bluetooth-devices-protect-your-body/

We often forget that our gut, hormones and immune health are all connected. This fact is especially important for women to grasp, since women's health can sometimes be more complicated. For example, when it comes to intermittent fasting, what makes it work and how can everyone, but especially women, benefit from it? Dr. Amy Shah is the perfect person to address all of this. As a mind-body practitioner with both nutrition and medical training, Dr. Shah always looks at the big picture, and educates others to do the same. || LINKS || http://imsoeffingtired.com/ | https://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien - Use code DARIN20 for 20% off! | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/why-intermittent-fasting-works-dr-amy-shah/

They're in your kids' lunchboxes, your kitchen drawers, and probably in your refrigerator. Ziploc storage bags have been a part of American culture for decades. But those toxic plastic baggies are leaching harmful chemicals into your food - and killing marine life. Sure, they're "recyclable," but they're ending up in our oceans in massive amounts. There are so many safer, environmentally friendly options for food storage. It's time to commit to giving up plastic baggies for good! || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-ziploc-plastic-storage-bags-toxic-for-humans-the-ocean/

The pandemic has put the issue of food insecurity into full view. So many families struggled to get the food they needed this last year, and the number in need is only rising. While people are going hungry, farms are forced to throw away billions of pounds of wasted produce, dairy and eggs. Aidan Reilly, the co-founder of The Farmlink Project, found a way to turn food waste into food security. And he wants you to get involved, too. || LINKS || www.farmlinkproject.org | https://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien Code: DARIN20 for 20% off | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-farmlink-is-turning-food-waste-into-food-security-aidan-reilly/

Why do we try so hard to reinvent the wheel? Keurig, Nespresso, and other coffee pod machines are ruining our planet - and our health. This one shouldn't be a big surprise - we all know how wasteful those coffee pods are. Not only that, but the machine itself is a mold and bacteria petri dish! But if you've been holding on to your Keurig despite that knowledge, maybe this episode will be that push you need to finally cut the cord. It's time to ditch those coffee pod machines and go back to the old-school java methods. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-keurig-coffee-machines-pods-of-waste/

When Lauren Mones was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease, she was told she'd always be sick. It wasn't until she read about the healing powers of fermented food and tried sauerkraut for the first time that she believed otherwise. Humans have been using the fermentation process for gut health for thousands of years. It's time we unlearned what we think we know about digestive health and dive back into the basics. || LINKS || www.fermentingfairy.com | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-fermentation-can-heal-your-gut-lauren-mones/

Facial recognition technology is an amazing thing. It bulks up the security game of government agencies, companies, and facilities all over the world. The science behind it blows my mind, frankly. But is it really necessary to use a face scanner to unlock your phone? There is just too much we don't know about the long-term effects of Infrared Radiation (IR). But what we do know is disturbing enough. It's time to open our eyes to the effects of facial recognition tech and go back to good old-fashioned passcodes. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/113-fatal-conveniences-facial-recognition-tech-open-your-eyes-to-radiation/

As a Navy SEAL who completed more than 13 overseas deployments, Rich Diviney was trained in some of the most tactical techniques in the world. Eleven of those deployments were in Iraq and Afghanistan. So if anyone knows anything about staying calm in the face of panic, it's him. So how can us civilians use military techniques to help us deal with the punches life throws at us? Listen to this latest episode to find out. || LINKS || https://theattributes.com/ | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/112-staying-calm-in-the-face-of-panic-rich-diviney/

They contain your coffee, tea, take-out, BBQ food, and even your kids' new toys - but what else do they contain? Styrofoam containers are not only destroying our health, but they're also killing our planet. Learn just what makes this material so toxic and what you can do to kick the habit. It's time we said no more to these carcinogenic containers. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/111-fatal-conveniences-styrofoam-carcinogenic-containers/

As a former monk, Dandapani knows all about structure and discipline. And now as a Hindu priest, he uses his wealth of experience and knowledge to help others discover their own spirituality. But if you're expecting a quiet, reserved man who speaks in parables, that's not what you're going to get. Dandapani will break all your expectations of what a spiritual teacher should look and sound like. In fact, he'll break all your expectations of what spirituality should be as well. Tune into this enlightening episode to learn how to structure your spirituality to help you achieve your goals. || LINKS || https://dandapani.org | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/110-how-to-structure-your-spirituality-dandapani/

I may not paint my fingernails, but I can appreciate the desire to have pretty colorful nails. However, the acetone nail polish remover you soak your hands in to remove those pretty colors is extremely problematic. The main ingredient in most nail polish removers is acetone, and it's been known to have pretty severe side effects. But what about all those other ingredients the FDA doesn't require cosmetic companies to disclose? Tune in to learn more. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/109-fatal-conveniences-nail-polish-removal-is-acetone-safe/

Does your job make you come alive? Does it fulfill a great need in you that brings meaning to your life? If the answer to either of those questions is no, it may be time to reassess. Jonathan Fields, the host of the top-rated Good Life Project podcast, knows firsthand the effects of staying in a career that isn't serving you. Now he helps others assess their true passion so that they can live more meaningful and inspired lives. So tell me, what's your spark? || LINKS || https://sparketype.com/ | https://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien CODE: DARIN20 | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/108-assessing-your-spark-for-life-jonathan-fields/

It's hard to resist those BOGO sales on giant three-wick candles. They smell amazing, look nice in your home, and can be extremely comforting. But what is floating in the air once you light that wick? The truth is, a colorful, sweetly-smelling candle can omit a dangerous amount of toxins into the air. Then, once inhaled, those toxins do some scary things to your body and your health. Don't worry, there are safe, natural alternatives. So before you light that match, listen up! || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/107-fatal-conveniences-candles-indoor-air-pollutants/

Your metabolism is much more than just how fast you can lose or gain weight. The truth is, most of us don't understand how it works or the role it plays in our overall health. It's time to change that. Dr. Brenner made some fascinating discoveries involving NR, NAD+ and NAD. Along with other pioneers in his field, Dr. Brenner contributes to research making an everyday difference in peoples' lives. Tune into this fascinating episode on understanding human metabolism. || LINKS || https://www.cityofhope.org/faculty/charles-brenner | https://www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien CODE: DARIN20 | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/106-understanding-human-metabolism-dr-charles-brenner/

There's a lot going on in the world - all the time. It's important to stay informed by staying on top of the latest news, but how much is too much? The constant barrage of negative information pouring into your brain has significant consequences. Watching, reading, and consuming the news is breeding negativity - negativity that is drastically impacting us all. It's time to take a stand against this information overload. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/105-fatal-conveniences-watching-the-news-information-overload/

Firefighters are some of the bravest, strongest people in society. If their collective health is failing due to poor diet choices, what chances do the rest of us have?? What you eat changes everything. Rip Esselstyn, the founder of PLANTSTRONG and a firefighter himself, details the changes a plant-based diet can make in anyone's health. He's out to show the world that even the strongest among will suffer from weak diet choices. Listen to the episode to learn how we all can become PLANTSTRONG together. || LINKS || www.plantstrongfoods.com | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/104-saving-firefighters-with-plant-based-eating-rip-esselstyn/

The average person should be able to live to the age of 93. But the average American life expectancy is only 78 years. What can Blue Zones, the areas in the world where people live the longest, teach us about living a long, healthy life? Dan Buettner, award-winning journalist, producer and best-selling author explains what he's learned about longevity and what he's doing to approve American communities with his knowledge. We all can live longer, if we take the time to learn from our global neighbors. || LINKS || https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Kitchen-Recipes-Live/dp/1426220138 | Full Show Notes -https://darinolien.com/103-what-blue-zones-can-teach-us-about-living-longer-dan-buettner/

No one wants bad breath. I think we can all agree on that. However, using brightly colored, chemical cocktails to clean your mouth is counterproductive. Not only are most store-bought mouthwashes full of toxic ingredients, but they could also be killing the good bacteria in your mouth. It's time to stop getting fooled by clever marketing and instead take our oral health into our own hands - naturally. Pour that mouthwash down the drain! || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/102-fatal-conveniences-mouthwash-killing-good-bacteria/

There's a lot of conflict going on in the world today. We put ourselves in categories and separate ourselves by politics, religion or beliefs. All this division is intensifying our isolation. Dr. Edward Brodkin and Ashley Pallathra are working hard to reestablish our collective connection, so we all can work towards attunement. Their book, Missing Each Other, highlights just what we need to do to get to a state of 'relaxed awareness' and why we should all try a little harder to connect. || LINKS || https://missingeachother.com | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/101-how-attunement-connection-can-save-the-world-dr-edward-brodkin-ashley-pallathra/

I appreciate the need to quit smoking. Cigarettes are so incredibly harmful to your health. But switching out your cigs for vape pens is not much of a trade-off. That toxic cloud you're inhaling has both known and unknown consequences. Testing is nowhere near sufficient, and this stuff isn't regulated the way it should be. Wean yourself off the vaping habit, and please, don't let your teens use this stuff either. All we should be inhaling is fresh, clean air - not toxic chemicals. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/100-fatal-conveniences-vape-pens-inhaling-untested-chemicals/

If we've learned anything this past year, it's that we need a bigger spotlight on the significance of mental health. There's no one size fits all fix for depression - different things work for different people. However, a larger focus on self-care as a society could be a game-changer. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Gregory Brown's own struggle with depression shapes his entire focus on the importance of mediation, spirituality and movement when it comes to managing your mental health. With his column in Men's Health magazine, he helps spread his message of self-care. || LINKS || https://www.menshealth.com/author/223630/Gregory-Scott-Brown/ || Full Show Notes -

There are many different reasons for coughing, but most of the time, it's your body's way of clearing out your throat or lungs. Although suppressing a cough may sometimes be necessary, should you use over-the-counter cough syrups or drops? This segment is all about why we should avoid these toxic "medicines" and instead turn to nature. Plants have all you need, guys! When it comes to suppressing a cough, plants are MORE effective than this over-the-counter crap! || Full show notes & links -

Being a parent is hard. Trying to get your kids to eat healthy and build lifelong nutritional habits is even harder. Licensed dietitians and nutrition experts Alexandra Caspero and Whitney English not only felt that pressure when they had their kids- they used it as fuel. They created Plant-Based Juniors as a community for parents and educators interested in properly implementing plant-based diets for kids. Eating or feeding your family plant-based isn't hard when you're equipped with the right tools. || LINKS || www.plantbasedjuniors.com | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/97-nutrition-education-for-plant-based-kids-their-parents-plant-based-juniors/

Want to look nice in your vacation pictures? Stop! Don't pick up that self-tan! Your skin is going to absorb a lot more than just a golden glow. This Fatal Conveniences™ segment dives into the ingredients in sunless tanners and the harmful effects they can have on your skin. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/96-fatal-conveniences-sunless-tanners-toxic-chemical-sprays/

When you turn away from the things that are breaking you, you're never going to heal or move on. Chase Chewning is an exercise and health advocate, but before that, he was a medically discharged soldier from the Army with severe injuries that left him unable to walk. But the physical pain was nothing compared to the emotional pain he was avoiding. This powerful episode is for you to learn how you can keep living "ever forward". || LINKS || https://chasechewning.com/podcasts | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/95-ever-forward-in-healing-and-self-awareness-chase-chewning/ -

We can finally get back to traveling! This is awesome news, but it does come with some costs. While I'm grateful for the effort that airports make to keep us all safe, I don't think we should have to sacrifice health or autonomy to do it. Are body scanners really necessary? Listen to this segment to find out, and to learn how you can protect yourself. || Full show notes & links -

Human beings are made up of almost 60% water. And water stores information. What information are you hydrating your body with? Tracy Duhs, modern wellness advocate, is obsessed with water, much like I am, and loves educating people on the best ways to hydrate themselves. In this episode, we discuss why intention is everything and how she changed her life partly by deciding to be grateful. Tracy and I are cut from the same cloth and this conversation was so much fun. || LINKS || tracyduhs.com/ || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

Commercial flying is necessary. We can't get everywhere by horse and buggy anymore. And I don't know about you, but I can't spend weeks on a train or ocean liner. So airplanes are essential. But what do they do to the human body? I'm going to tell you! And I'm going to give you plenty of ways to minimize the damage. For some of us, flying is unavoidable. So let's keep our bodies strong and resilient on the ground so we can effectively tackle the skies! || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/92-fatal-conveniences-commercial-flying-airplanes-and-the-human-body/

In our society, collective anxiety is a given. We're constantly looking for instant gratification, and don't handle it well when it doesn't happen. How do we channel all that energy into good? Former journalist and TV presenter Sarah Wilson has always lived with anxiety and mental health struggles. Once the editor of Cosmopolitan Australia, Sarah is now a best-selling author and founder of the largest website in Australia, IQuitSugar.com. In this episode, she tells us how we can all use our fear and anxiety as fuel for change. || LINKS || https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781760556730/ || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

America's obsession with commercial white bread has been going on for centuries. But why are we still eating nutrient-less mush? In this segment, I break down the history of white bread and just why it's so horrible for you. I also explain the benefits of grains but why you need to get them from much better sources. Don't worry, you don't have to give up sandwiches, just be more of a bread snob! || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/90-fatal-conveniences-white-bread-bleached-out-nutrition/

In order to win, in life or in your career, your mind has to be stronger than your feelings. What does that mean? It means a winning mindset is all about looking past your fears, insecurities, and ego and doing what you need to do. In this episode, Tim Grover, trainer to some of the most well-known athletes in the world, talks about what it takes to be a winner. And he gives us some amazing stories about all the winners he's helped in his career. || LINKS || timgrover.com/attack/ || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

Video games have been a global obsession for decades now. Although gaming may be a fun way to pass the time, some invisible dangers come from the game system itself. You don't need to quit playing video games, but you need to be more aware, especially when it comes to your Xbox. In this segment, I'll break down the science and research behind this information, and give you plenty of suggestions to change your habits. Game your heart out. Just do it safely, guys. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/88-fatal-conveniences-xbox-gaming-for-emfs

The ocean should be at the center of every conversation involving saving our planet. The sad reality is that most of us aren't literate in the inner workings of the sea. It doesn't help that our government spends billions of dollars exploring space, but only a fraction of that time and money focusing on the ocean. It's time to change. Husband and wife team Phillipe and Ashlan Cousteau are doing just that. Tune in to hear how they're carrying on the Cousteau legacy and changing the planet by saving our oceans. || LINKS || earthecho.org/ || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

Do you ever get so stressed that you want to curl up and sleep it off? Moving your body, even when you don't want to, has countless benefits. With over 10 years of experience working with clients from young kids to elite athletes, Dan Palacios is dedicated to teaching the power of movement. His goal is to guide and inspire people to redefine the meaning of health by inspiring them to move their bodies. Listen to this episode to learn the power and importance of living kinetically. || LINKS || livekinetically.com || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

The Standard American Diet is collectively making us overweight, unhealthy and complicit. The only way things will ever change is if we speak up and stop supporting companies and brands that go along with the status quo. It's time to use your voice to spark a food revolution. Ocean Robbins is doing just that. In this episode, he explains the power of your food choices and how you can help be part of the solution. || LINKS || foodrevolutionsummit.org || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

In our modern society, we've become disconnected from nature. What if we could use infrared technology to help restore balance and bring healing? As the Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Therasage, Rob Besner, PSc.D, is a health and wellness advocate. When his daughter was diagnosed with Lyme Disease as a teenager, he began a mission to find an alternative, natural approach to her treatment. The infrared technology he discovered changed everything. Now he wants to share it with the world. || LINKS || therasage.com/pages/darin-olien-show || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

We are led to believe that cognitive decline is inevitable. But it's not! Your brain is the hardest working organ in your body. The habits you create either fuel or sabotage your brain health. For more than two decades, Dr. Dean and Dr. Ayesha Sherzai have been leading the way on preventative brain health. In this episode, they break down the science of cognitive decline and the habits that can prevent it. || LINKS || teamsherzai.com/30-day-alzheimers-solution/ || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

Anytime you even mention cutting meat from your diet, you hear the question, "Where do you get your protein?" But the question we should be asking is, "Where do you get your fiber?" When it comes to gut health, the key is and always will be fiber. Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, "The Gut Health MD," breaks down the science behind the critical role fiber plays in our gut and our overall health. His best-selling book, Fiber Fueled, is a step-by-step guide on how to break free of the lies the diet industry feeds us and focus on the foods your body really needs. || LINKS || theplantfedgut.com || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

Every time you open your wallet, you support the company that makes the goods you're paying for. This action has way more power and influence than most realize. Jeremy Black, the co-founder of SAMBAZON, knows this first hand. He is dedicated to promoting conscious commerce, not only with his açaí berry brand but beyond. His recent documentary Seeding Change is all about learning how to spend your money wisely, to promote the need for companies committed to healing our planet. Listen to his powerful story. || LINKS | seedingchangefilm.com | Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts/

We all know plastics are polluting our planet. And we all know we should be limiting our use of plastics. But words are just words. Sometimes you need to show people the destruction up close to spark real change. Christine Figgener, top marine conservation biologist, did just that. Her unedited YouTube video of her team pulling a straw from a sea turtle's nose sparked the global anti-straw movement. In this episode, we chat about how to come together to rid the world of single-use plastics. || LINKS | footprintusfoundation.org/ | Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts

Instead of stressing out about the stuff you can't change in your life, focus on what you can do. Mike Lee, former championship boxer, does just that. After being diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder that causes extreme inflammation in the lower back, Mike was in constant pain. He knew he didn't want to pop pills for the rest of his life, so he searched for a better way. Now, as CEO of Soul CBD, he's learning how to control the controllables in his life. || LINKS | mysoulcbd.com/ | Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts

You can't wait for anyone to make changes for you. If we're going to save our planet, we have to change the habits we have that contribute to waste. It doesn't have to be a massive overhaul of every aspect of your life. Start small, but do something. In this episode, Sheila Michail Morovati, President and Founder of HabitsofWaste.org, shares her passion for changing habits of waste with campaigns like #CutOutCutlery and #8meals. Tune in to learn more. || LINKS || habitsofwaste.org || Full Show Notes - darinolien.com/podcasts

Do you turn on your air conditioning the second it gets a bit hot out? No one likes to be hot and sweaty at home. But do we really need to use it as much as we do? AC use is releasing 2 billion tons of Co2 into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. In this segment, I go over the massive toll AC is taking on our energy consumption, as well as the personal effects on our health. And I'll cover things you can do to minimize your AC dependency. Listen, I don't expect you to sweat it out in the summer, just be more aware of the price you pay, and we all pay for comfort. || Full show notes & links - https://darinolien.com/77-fatal-conveniences-air-conditioning-cooling-down-your-house-while-heating-up-the-earth/