Well Beyond 40

Dieting may be one of the easiest ways to guarantee you gain weight! You cannot yo-yo diet or diet as a hobby without negatively affecting your hormones and metabolism, leaving you open to a slew of symptoms and weight loss resistance. Today's guest, author and integrative medicine specialist Dr. Jade Teta, is my go-to expert on metabolism, and his book The Metabolic Effect Diet is an incredible resource. Join us as we discuss the connections between hunger, energy, and cravings, plus the secrets about willpower that no one else will tell you. Jade and I go way back, and I'm delighted to have him with me for this helpful, revealing episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Asprey is an incredible author, entrepreneur, and expert biohacker. His Bulletproof coffee is now available in coffee shops around the country, and his book The Bulletproof Diet is a bestseller. Full disclosure: he's also one of my best friends, and I can't imagine anyone more qualified to talk about how to pursue a productive, fulfilling life. As Dave worked to lose over 100 pounds, he learned about the important role healthy fats play in upgrading your brain, your relationships, and your goals. Dave is with me today to explain what qualifies as healthy fats, how to incorporate them into your diet, and why they're key to getting the most out of your day. You're going to love this guy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sleep is key to transforming your life, one night at a time. My guest is best-selling author Arianna Huffington, who joins me to talk about how to make great sleep a priority. Arianna had a major wake-up call herself when she collapsed because of sleep deprivation and broke her own cheekbone! As she looked further into the topic of sleep, she realized how modern-day life is built on a foundation of sleep deprivation -- and with some disturbing results. You don't want to miss my conversation with one of Forbes Magazine's 100 Most Powerful Women as she talks about how to give your own sleep habits a makeover. (She even taught me something new that's made a massive shift in my own sleep routine!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a lot of information out there about the "how" of food -- I've been educating people about how to eat healthily for years. But there's not as much available about the "why": why do we eat the way we do? My guest today is the brilliant Emily Rosen, Director of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, who has an extensive background in nutrition, counseling, and mind body practices. After struggling with an intense, decade-long eating disorder, she learned firsthand about the role of stress in our eating habits and how to overcome those challenges. Listen in as we discuss this intimate, sometimes difficult topic and reveal some incredible strategies to help you eat and live healthily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While living in Japan years ago, I fell in love with shirataki noodles, a Japanese staple that offers a healthy, filling alternative to traditional pasta. Well, Dr. Jonathan Carp had the same experience, except he decided to start a business so he could share this amazing food with the rest of the world! Today we talk to the author of "Putting Out the Fire: Living an Anti-Inflammatory Life" about his company, Miracle Noodle, and the benefits of this tasty, high-fiber food. We'll also discuss the role shirataki noodles can play in a healing, anti-inflammatory diet, including a dessert recipe idea that's genius! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Almost every American has experienced brain fog at some point. You don't feel quite like ourself: not as sharp and focused, more forgetful and moody. Today, I'm joined by the delightful Dr. Mike Dow, psychotherapist and my fellow co-star of TLC's Freaky Eaters, among his numerous other TV appearances. Mike is an expert on brain fog, a precursor to dementia that's so widespread in the US, they had to invent a medical diagnosis for it! He'll explain the connection between what you eat and issues such as mild depression, anxiety, and forgetfulness, then introduce you to his book and program, The Brain Fog Fix. Mike is an insightful, funny guy, and I can't wait for you to hear his take on this common cognitive issue and its fixes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's discussion is vitally important, but one I wish we never needed to have. My guest is fitness trainer, author, and nutritionist Isabel De Los Rios, and she offers incredible advice about how to maintain your health when your world is turned upside-down by tragedy or loss. Isabel shares her own moving story of extreme stress, as well as practical steps you can take to maintain your physical and emotional health during the most difficult times. I had my own experience with high stress after my son Grant spent over 4 months in the ICU as the victim of a hit-and-run, and I can tell you firsthand how valuable this information is! You never know when high-stress times will happen, so it's crucial to be prepared. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tired of feeling busy without ever accomplishing what's most important to you? Fitness guru and personal development expert, Craig Ballantyne, shares his amazing Five Pillars of Transformation to help you develop a clear vision for your life based on your biggest priorities. Craig developed his Perfect Day Formula after struggling with crippling anxiety attacks, but the same brilliant, straightforward steps can help you lose weight, get healthy, or eliminate debt. I've long admired Craig for his groundbreaking training programs, and I can't wait for you to hear more of his insight. Be sure to listen for an important distinction about success that you don't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allergies have become an epidemic. One billion people suffer from allergic diseases and hidden allergies that lead to weight gain, brain fog, depression, fatigue, joint pain, digestive problems and more, but it doesn't have to be this way! In this episode I'm talking with Dr. Leo Galland who is recognized as a world leader in integrative medicine and he has written a book called, "The Allergy Solution: Unlock the Surprising, Hidden Truth About Why You Are Sick and How to Get Well." I'm a big fan of Dr. Galland so I'm SUPER excited for you to discover how allergies are connected to weight loss, how to spot toxins that could be sneaking into your environment or diet, a simple three-day method for taking back control of your health, and a lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're talking all about belly fat - and to do it, I have a very special guest on the show. Sayer Ji is the founder of Greenmedinfo.com and an author, researcher and thought leader. Sayer curates such amazing people and information and I'm super excited to share him with you on this episode because he's like a walking encyclopedia! You're going to hear about some of the most amazing (and delicious) health hacks you can start using to lower belly fat, where fat-making MSG could be hiding, the truth about toxins most people don't realize, and a lot more! These simple tips can help you make enormous shifts in your belly fat and overall health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Natalie Jill hit rock bottom when she had her daughter: She gained over 50 pounds while pregnant, her thighs were rubbing together, and she was depressed, hungry, had cravings and more. On top of that she was going through a divorce, she had an autoimmune disease, and her finances were stressed. It was worse time of her life. Fast forward to today, and Natalie has turned it ALL around: She's over 40 years old and the healthiest she's ever been while helping people around the globe achieve their health dreams through mindset, fitness and nutrition. No matter no matter where you are right now and what you've tried before, you're going to LOVE this episode where Natalie shares her transformative story and a step-by-step plan you can start using to lose weight and feel your best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disruptive. Mind blowing. Life-changing. These are just a few words that describe what you're about to hear! If you want to break free from limitation and positively transform every area your life, you're going to LOVE this episode with Vishen Lakhiani. Vishen is the founder and CEO of Mindvalley and an amazing author, speaker and entrepreneur. After spending 200 hours interviewing and posing questions to incredible minds like Richard Branson, Elon Musk, Peter Diamandis, Arianna Huffington, Dean Kamen and other legendary leaders, Vishen discovered a blueprint and framework for breaking free from the shackles of ordinary life and achieving extraordinary happiness, purpose and success. By using what Vishen shares on this episode, you can start using The Code of the Extraordinary Mind to experience more freedom, redefine your life and success on your own terms! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a new kind of question that can immediately change your life: Afformations®. They are the missing piece to abundant health, wealth, love and happiness according to my guest Noah St. John. For over 25 years Noah St. John has been helping people from all walks of life reach their goals faster, easier and with less stress. The method of Afformations® you're going to learn in this episode was invented by Noah after he discovered a powerful and effective way for anyone to get on the path to living the life of their dreams. You're going to hear how one woman went from penniless to a six-figure income in less than 6 months, the truth about The Law of Attraction, how to get out of your own way and make massive positive shifts in your life, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this show I'm diving deep into the thyroid with clinical pharmacist Dr. Izabella Wentz. After Dr. Wentz was diagnosed with Hashimoto's in 2009, she dedicated herself to addressing the root causes of autoimmune thyroid disease. You're going to learn the common symptoms and causes of Hypothyroidism, important information on labs tests your doctor probably isn't ordering (including 3 lab test to get ASAP), one nutrient that could help reduce thyroid antibodies, reduce anxiety, help with weight loss, and so much more. Plus, if you're taking thyroid medication and it's not working, Dr. Wentz shares why. By the time you're done listening to this episode, you're going to have exact steps you can take to start treating the root cause of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and take back control of your health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode you're going to hear me talk with Bridgit Danner who has practiced Chinese Medicine for nearly 12 years and performed over 12,000 treatments - but before this, she had a health crisis after she had her baby. That health crisis led her to discovering online coaches that pulled her out of overwhelm, meeting a naturopath that steered her towards better nutrition and functional medicine, and transforming her health from postpartum depression, mononucleosis and adrenal fatigue to fit and balanced. Everything she learned on her journey back to health is part of what Bridgit now shares as a woman's health expert. In this conversation you're going to hear me and Bridgit discuss how to eat healthier, signs and symptoms of perimenopause you should watch for, what you can do if you have fibroids, how to take even better care of yourself and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is losing weight really about food? Why do we often know what to do but still don't do it? In this episode I'm talking with one of my best friends, celebrity nutritionist Cynthia Pasquella. Cynthia helps women discover what they're really hungry for so they can finally make peace with food and themselves. You're going to discover how to get reconnected to who you REALLY are, how to be happier and experience more love, the truth about transformation, and a lot more. After listening to this episode, you'll finally see beyond the food at the bigger picture so you can shift your life and experience more passion, meaning and connection! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to heal when you're sick, you've gone everywhere and no one can figure out what is wrong with you? That's what you're going to discover on this episode as I talk with my guest Dr. Shiroko Sokitch. You're going to hear about the miracles she's seen with her patients and the missing ingredient that can change everything in your healing journey. You'll hear what Dr. Shiroko has seen time and time again with her patients that have led them from being chronically sick with no answers to being better than ever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode you're going to hear me talk to author, health expert and co-founder of Annmarie Skin Care, Kevin Gianni. Kevin was doing everything right (or so he thought!) He had the most nutritious diet (a raw-food vegan diet), he was addicted to finding the rawest, vegan, organic, healthiest food…and he was 25 pounds underweight, irritable, had a low sex drive and was headed toward self-destruction. You'll hear about what Kevin did to finally get better sleep, increase his sex drive and experience more calm - and - what you can do to live a healthy, awesome life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had a really bad knee injury when I was young, and there's something I did to stay healthy and fit for a long time without surgery. In this podcast, I talk with Dr. Robyn Benson, creator of The Self-Care Revolution, about IV Therapies to help your performance, boost your immunity, get rid of pathogens in your system and a lot more. Plus, you're going to learn about Prolozone, cutting edge oxidative therapies, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and regenerative medicine that can help with cartilage and mobility in your joints, reduce pain and even help with facial rejuvenation. There are innovative therapies that can transform your body, health and life and I’m excited to share them with you on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1400x1400One of the things I've been looking at for years is STRESS. Stress can make you age faster, lose your sex drive and gain weight! Oftentimes we're too stressed to even think about stress, so in this episode you're going to hear me interview an amazing Yale trained medical doctor and health expert named Aviva Romm to discuss the role your adrenal glands play, how your adrenals work when it comes to CRAVINGS and how to handle stress in your body. After listening to this episode you will finally see why willpower alone doesn't work and what to do instead of white-knuckling your way through stress and food cravings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is more cancer going on today than there used to be: 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Any time I get the call or email about someone who has just been diagnosed with cancer, the first person I send them to is my guest on this episode, Dr. Nalini Chilkov. She is doing some of the most innovative, breakthrough work on cancer and how to never get there in the first place. She has helped thousands of people achieve and maintain extraordinary health and longevity and she is my go-to expert on all things related to cancer. In this interview you'll learn about why cancer is so prevalent today, how sugar is linked to cancer, how to turn cancer promoter genes off and cancer suppressor genes on, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I did a deep dive survey with my community and what I discovered was fascinating. It turns out that people weren't taking action on their health because they didn't feel like they were worth it OR they had failed so many times in the past that they lost belief in themselves. So in this episode I'm excited to share a conversation I had with Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo who has been called America's most requested celebrity psychologist. She helps free people from counterproductive mindsets and stress caused by perfectionism and our inner critic. In this interview you're going learn how to pinpoint your inner perfectionist thought patterns or behaviors, transform them, and create the life you love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For decades, medicine and pop culture have told us that eating less fat is the secret to sustained weight loss, health, and longevity. Yet Americans are sicker and fatter than ever. In this episode, I'm talking with my friend and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Mark Hyman who is one of the top 10 most influential people in health. You're going to discover the truth about fat, what Dr. Hyman eats every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and what it really takes to lose weight. Plus, Dr. Hyman talks about the ethical, environmental and health issues when it comes to eating meat. After listening to this episode, you're going to have a plan for achieving optimal wellness, preventing disease, and feeling your best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many people don't know they are walking around with elevated blood sugar - and that can put you at risk for dementia, peripheral neuropathy and all sorts of bad news. In this episode you will hear from chiropractor and nutritionist Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo on how to use blood sugar monitoring to design a lifestyle perfect for you so you can create the health you want. When you balance your blood sugar you fix a lot of things FAST and what you're about to learn is going to help you recharge your energy and reclaim your life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a something I want to share with you that can help you lose weight safely and easily and lead to a healthier, happier, slimmer and younger YOU. On this episode you're going to hear me talk to one of my close friends Dr. Kellyann Petrucci. Kelly Ann is a weight loss and anti-aging expert and naturopathic doctor - and today we're talking liquid gold: Bone Broth! This magic soup is as close to the fountain of youth as anything I've ever seen. You're going to start hearing about this soup all over the place and on this show you're going to discover the two main reasons people have so much trouble losing weight (and the roadmap for losing weight the RIGHT way), 2 blood test you should get ASAP, how to tell how healthy someone is just by looking at their skin, everything you need to know to get started healing your health with Bone Broth and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've done The Virgin Diet then you know how I feel about gluten. Gluten is a form of protein found in wheat, rye, barley and many processed foods, and while most of us tend to think, "Oh, proteins are healthy." Some proteins cause our bodies a world of hurt and the protein found in gluten are among the worst. What's worse is we've been eating gluten all our lives, often in hidden places. In this episode I'm going to be talking with Dr. Peter Osborne, one of the world's leading authorities on alternative and functional medicine and natural health with a primary focus on gluten sensitivity and food allergies. We're going to go way beyond gluten and talk about grains and what could be causing you pain and inflammation. By using the strategies you're about to discover in this episode, you will have a drug-free, easy-to-implement plan for eliminating gluten and gluten-like substances, eliminate pain and lead a happier, healthier life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stress, kids, bills, family issues, overhead - with all the demands of day to day life, how do you create more time and energy? In this episode I talk with the founder of Well.org and one of the most influential people in health and green media, Pedram Shojai, about real world steps you can take to feel happier and find peace in your day to day life. You can be a normal, regular person and use the practices you're going to hear about to have more energy, less stress and more fun WITHOUT having to drink any spiritual Kool-Aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode you're going to get to listen in on a conversation with my dear friend Steve Masley, M.D. Dr. Masley is a physician, nutritionist, author, speaker, award-winning patient educator, and a fellow with the American Heart Association, and you're going to learn about fats you should be eating, fats you should NOT be eating and the keys to living a longer, healthier life. Dr. Masley and I discuss our favorite smart fats, how to cook with delicious oils and fats without damaging them and so much more so you can increase your energy, suppress your appetite and get healthy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast, I walk you through a "miracle morning" so you'll have a productive, mindful, fulfilling day. Yes, coffee is among my miracle-morning strategies! What I don't do is immediately check my email, at least not first thing. Not a good idea! I'll walk you through the one thing that totally frames my day. (I can't imagine the morning without it.) I'll discuss my number-one breakfast routine that keeps me full, focused, and burning fat for hours. (It takes just minutes to do and tastes delicious!) I'll talk about how I manage my time so I'm most productive and utilize my energy most effectively. Armed with these strategies, you'll be able to optimize your morning hours so you're productive, focused, and relaxed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I experienced stress's ugly effects several years ago when a hit-and-run driver left my teenage son for dead. Needless to say, those first few months were incredibly stressful. Heartburn was one of the first signs I was stressed out. Yet if there was any time I needed to be game on, it was during that challenging time. I put everything into place to handle any kind of stress (and hopefully you won't ever be in that kind of stress!). In this podcast, I'll tell you how stress wreaks havoc. (Some of these will shock you!). This vicious domino effect affects everything from your sleep to your waistline to your gut. A wired-and-tired feeling permeates. You don't want to get there! That's why I'll provide some simple, powerful strategies to reduce stress's impact. You'll learn about the nutrient to lower cortisol, why adrenal and thyroid health are so important, the number one vitamin that becomes depleted by stress, and why "vitamin S" might be your magical bullet to reduce stress. Armed with these tactics, you'll become more resilient to stress and more effortlessly "roll through" whatever life throws you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's be honest: We all want great poops, right? And we all know what it feels like not to have those great poops. In this podcast, I'll teach you how so you never again struggle with constipation and other problems "down there." I'll discuss exactly what a well-formed poop looks like. (Don't worry, it won't be gross!) I'll talk about the magic mineral that keeps you regular (you can get it in the bath!) and the vitamin that complements it. I'll provide easy ways to up your fiber along with water for bulky stools. Gut supplements, exercise, thyroid health, and actually making the time also play significant roles keeping you regular. With these strategies, you'll kiss bathroom problems goodbye and regularly have regular poops to be proud of! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does a great night's sleep matter? For just about everything, from energy to fat burning! You know the caffeinated aftermath of a terrible night's sleep. In this podcast, I'll also talk about the hormonal havoc just one night's sleep can create. You'll understand why poor sleep makes you wired and tired, and why we frequently exacerbate that vicious cycle. I'll dissect what a good night's sleep means and some simple strategies that help you get 7 - 9 hours of solid, uninterrupted sleep. You might not even know what a good night's sleep is, it's been so long since you've had one! You'll learn the optimal time to exercise for a great night's sleep, nutrients to help you slumber soundly, and why meal timing matters so much to slumber soundly. These strategies guarantee an amazing night's sleep so you feel great and burn fat all day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newsflash: Cholesterol is not the best predictor of heart disease! In this podcast, I'll tell you what does matter for men and women to maintain cardiovascular (and overall) health. I'll tell you the 3 vitamins that lower homocysteine levels. Did you know it's not "bad" or "good" cholesterol, but the particle size, that best predicts heart disease? I'll share what raises triglyceride levels (hint: it's not dietary fat). I'll talk about the "biggie" vitamin for heart disease that your doc can test for. Oh, and eggs usually do not raise cholesterol, but I will share with you what do. I'll tell you what to increase in your diet to lower cholesterol. (Some of these will shock you.) And you'll learn about natural strategies that lower cholesterol as powerfully as statin drugs without their side effects. You know I'm going to mention exercise, and I'll give you the best way to lower cholesterol in just minutes a day. Just don't stress out about it, since stress can increase inflammation and other problems! Armed with this information, you'll have everything you need to balance cholesterol and promote overall heart health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dairy can actually hurt your bones and swallowing a bunch of calcium pills is not the answer. And guys, osteoporosis is not just something that happens to women. In this podcast, I'll talk about why dietary calcium is just a small part of the overall-bone picture, and why easy shifts can boost your bone health. I'll tell you about the key vitamin that helps you optimize calcium (and why you need to probably supplement). Oh, and while you don't want psychological stress, you need to stress your bones to make them stronger (I know, it sounds counterintuitive). I'll talk about the very best exercise to maintain healthy bones at any age. Gut health? It matters more than you might think for strong, supple bones. I'll share the one thing you want and the one thing you want to ditch in your diet for bone health. Trust me, you don't want the first sign of weak bones to be a broken hip! Armed with this easy-to-apply information, you'll have everything you need to maintain great bones - and great health - no matter what decade of your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast, I'll talk about why you want to be a fat burner, not a sugar burner. (I know, it sounds a little counterproductive at first.) I'll tell you the signs that you're a sugar burner, and why you're probably eating more sugar than you might realize. You'll learn sneaky sugar sources, why "fat free" often means high-sugar impact, and how to ditch that stubborn belly fat. Turning into a fat burner will help you shed excess weight, build muscle, and boost your energy. I'll give you the perfect plate trifecta (trust me, it won't sound like "diet food") that keeps you full 4 - 6 hours so you're not tempted by your coworker's mid-afternoon high-sugar impact catastrophe. I'll even give you the one strategy to totally zap your sugar cravings (you'll never guess this one!) and why fructose (yes, even in fruit) can exacerbate cravings and block fat burning. Incorporate these strategies to reclaim your life from sugar and stay full, focused, and burning fat while feeling and looking amazing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you zero in on one thing, you can create big changes. In this podcast, I'll show you how picking just one little thing to improve can yield lasting changes. I'll talk about some bad habits that you can make simple swaps for, and how to permanently transform those habits. I'm talking about your diet, of course, but how you do one thing is how you do everything. Take coffee: if you're used to making your morning java a super-sweet, super-creamy milkshake, I mean drink, I'll show you some simple, equally satisfying low-sugar impact swaps. You can carry that momentum throughout the day with other strategies I'll share. I'll give you the morning strategy I always do to reach your goals and my one big strategy for fast, lasting fat loss. (It has nothing to do with diet or exercise!) And I'll give you one needle mover that doubles your weight loss. If you've got pesky habits (diet or otherwise) you want to transform, you can't afford to miss this podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Innocuous dried cranberries or fat-free dressings on that gargantuan restaurant salad can have more sugar than most items on their dessert menu! It's so sad, because most people think they're "ordering the right thing" ordering a salad. In this podcast, I'll talk about how even so-called healthy ingredients and toppings can turn your salad into a high-sugar impact (read: fat-storing) disaster. Some of these you know. Anything "glazed" is a big red flag. Others aren't so obvious, and I'll call out some major offenders here. Not to worry: I'll tell you how to effortlessly turn your salad into a low-sugar impact, fat-blasting, crave-busting meal whether you're eating out or serving a family dinner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Got milk? I hope not! In this podcast, I'll tell you why dairy can make you fat, grow (in not a good way!), promote insulin resistance, create or exacerbate acne and cravings, and trigger all sorts of other problems you don't want on your plate (literally!). Dairy also has a drug-like effect on your brain, which explains why you can't stop devouring cheese. I'll even explain why milk is bad for your bones and contributes to autoimmune disease (and I've got studies to support both those claims). After this broadcast, you'll reconsider the health halo that surrounds dairy. Oh, and if you love dairy, I've got some easy swaps to make giving it up a breeze. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I don't have hours to spend in the kitchen or gourmet shopping daily, and probably neither do you! In this podcast, I'll provide some easy strategies to simplify cooking so you're never running on empty (literally and figuratively!). I'll also share how to keep your kids healthy and happy without giving in to high-sugar impact desserts that are often disguised as food. With these tips, you'll be able to throw together a fast, fat burning meal in minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have that one friend or family member who innocently or not-so-innocently tries to sabotage your success? They can really break you down and jinx your success, right? In this podcast, I'll give you simple strategies to not let such people sabotage your fat loss and health without making a scene (or making an enemy!). You might not change their mind, but you'll be able to bring them onto your side and maintain your success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where are you right now? I'm talking about your body, your focus, your skin, your health, everything. Get real about what's holding you back. Where do you want to be? In this podcast, I propose this concept: If you know you can't fail, what would you attempt with your life? If you feel stuck in any area of your life, you'll discover how you can "reverse engineer" and become your most vibrant, best self. How will that best life make you really feel? I'll share some simple strategies about how to regain your health and your life. If you feel stuck in any area of your life, you can't afford to miss this podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Food is a drug, and sugar is our number one drug of choice. (Gluten and dairy also have an opioid effect on our brains, so I would class them as drugs too.) When you do a cheat meal (or day), it has a far more detrimental impact than "just a little extra sugar." You trigger addiction, cravings, and other problems that sabotage fast, lasting fat loss and optimal health. In this podcast, I want to change the conversation, rethink "cheating," and see food is information that can help you become lean, healthy, and vibrant. Rather than deprivation, I suggest some easy lateral shifts that create low-sugar impact versions of your favorite foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weight loss needn't be complicated. In this podcast, I'll discuss simple strategies to become more mindful about what you eat. (These good habits will spill over into other areas of your life!) Skinny up your plate and your glasses, put away leftovers, journal, and don't invite the enemy at your table (looking at you, breadbasket!) are among the strategies I'll discuss to eat less and shrink your waistline. Ultimately these strategies make it easy on yourself to lose weight and gain your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diabetes is a lifestyle disease, which is actually good news because you can employ these simple strategies to reverse this potentially fatal problem. In this podcast, I'll discuss inexpensive but powerfully effective strategies to help reverse Type 2 diabetes. I'll share my number one thing you can do to change your health to balance blood sugar and burn fat. (Hint: it has NOTHING to do with diet or exercise!) Stress? Yeah, that can seriously affect blood sugar. So do some nutrients I'll talk about. And I'll discuss a time-efficient, effective workout that restores insulin sensitivity in just minutes a day. With these strategies, you'll have easy-to-implement strategies to reverse diabetes and become lean for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bloating can make you fat, tired, and miserable. In this podcast, I'll talk about strategies to ditch bloating to feel vibrant, dump cravings, and ditch that stubborn belly fat. I'll show you a simple way to dump that water weight that keeps you bloated, and my magic bullet to keep you full and reduce cravings. I'll share why too much fiber and raw vegetables can actually become counterproductive. And I'll give you simple tricks to eliminate effectively (AKA poops to be proud of!) and banish the bloat. Oh, and I'll talk about the best fat loss aid that's absolutely free. With these strategies, you'll be red-carpet ready before you know it and easily fit into your skinny jeans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your gut is everything! Leaky gut and other gut issues can make you bloated, constipated, and all-around miserable. In this podcast, I'll discuss effective strategies to heal your gut. You might not even consider some common culprits like stress and medications that can wreck your gut. Garlic, coconut oil, and fermented foods are among the things you'll want to incorporate to fight bad gut flora. I'll also talk about some fabulous gut-healing nutrients and effective strategies to digest better. With this information, you'll be able to address various gut conditions including leaky gut, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and Candida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The combination of toxins creates a cumulative load that ultimately can burden your liver and make you fat, tired, and sick. In this podcast, I'll show you how not to detox. (Hint: if you feel worse, you are not detoxing correctly!) I'll talk about specific things your body requires to optimally detox, including fiber, protein, water, and digestive enzymes. And you'll learn why losing weight can make you more toxic. (I'll teach you how to create a weight loss/ detox double whammy!) Toxins can also occur with your thoughts, and I'll talk about a simple strategy to "detox" your negative thoughts. With this information, you'll be armed with all the tools you need to ditch excessive toxins and finally attain fast, lasting fat loss and glowing health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how to design the perfect plate that takes the guesswork out of the question, "How do I eat correctly?" This podcast will help to reduce inflammation, burn fat, and keep you vibrantly healthy. I'll give you the best food choices that taste great, are easy to find, provide copious nutrients, and blast fat. Best of all, there's no counting or sorting. Every meal becomes an opportunity to lose weight, increase energy, and look and feel your best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover simple strategies to eat healthily, exercise, and get amazing sleep whether you're traveling to your in-laws or to some exotic locale halfway around the globe. I'll share effective ways to beat jet lag and other obstacles that sometimes impose on your travel plans. You'll save time and money, and best of all, you won't be cursing the scales upon your return home. With this plan, you'll never get in a dietary debacle again on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn 5 simple and powerfully effective strategies that help you stay the course no matter what obstacles pop up (and let's face it, they will!). Some of these might surprise you, but based on nearly 3 decades working with clients, I can guarantee they will help you attain and maintain fast, lasting fat loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices