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High Intensity Health features breakthrough health tips and hacks from respected authorities in the Fitness, Nutrition and Functional Medicine fields. Our expert guests have shared insider information that has helped thousands of Moms, Dads, Executives, Health Care Professionals and High-Performing Athletes optimize their metabolism, belly fat, gut bacteria, immune system,both physical and mental performance and overall health. No matter where you sit on the health and nutrition spectrum, you’ll benefit from our cutting-edge discussions, 2-days per week.
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28/12/2024

Heart Surgeon Exposes the #1 Cause of Rising Heart Deaths

Today's show is brought to you by MYOXCIENCE.  In this episode, heart surgeon and best selling author Dr. Phil Ovadia discusses the foods and lifestyle factors driving a new wave of early-onset heart disease. Sponsored by MYOXCIENCE: Support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/berberine-fasting-accelerator Use code podcast to save 12% Link to full show notes and articles: https://bit.ly/3uKRKMC Connect with Dr. Ovadia: https://ifixhearts.com/quiz/ Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 1:30 Up to 95% of people with cardiac disease are insulin resistant. 4:45 Processed foods and high carbs are the two primary drivers of metabolic disease, the primary driver of heart disease. 6:53 Insulin resistance damages blood vessels. 11:18 Exercise is indirectly helpful in preventing atherosclerosis. 13:10 The better you can maintain muscle as you age, the better you can deal with the aging process. 14:30 It is possible to reverse atherosclerosis. 16:30 Tests: coronary artery calcium scan (CAC) and coronary CT angiogram (CCTA). 18:30 People in their 30s and 40s now end up on the cardiac operating table. 20:30 High LDL may not be dangerous in a person who is metabolically healthy. 21:00 The quality of your LDL particles is important. 22:54 90% of adults are metabolically unhealthy, so their high LDL is likely dangerous. 24:05 Statin use for over 10 years increases your risk of developing insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, primary drivers of heart disease. 26:30 Inflammation is an important part of the development of heart disease. 27:40 High blood pressure root cause is insulin resistance/metabolic disease. 31:41 Ferritin testing measures total body iron stores. It is also an inflammation marker. 35:50 Linoleic acid LDL oxidation hypothesis 37:30 Plant-based diets 40:25 Lowering your intake of omega 6 improves your omega 3 index. 41:10 Low vitamin D 42:00 Sun exposure has been misunderstood. 44:10 Triglycerides is a higher risk than LDL. 48:30 Bioidentical hormones are superior to synthetic. 50:03 Low testosterone is a risk factor for heart disease. 53:10 Heart surgery does not fix the underlying problem.      
1h 1m
18/11/2024

When to Take Creatine for Muscle Growth & Performance

We dive into the latest research on creatine, covering loading phases, optimal timing, individualized dosing, benefits beyond muscle health—including cognitive performance for kids—and special considerations for various diets like vegan and carnivore. Crush your Workouts and stay hydrated with the  Creatine + Electrolyte Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix *Save with code podcast at checkout Link to Video and Study: https://bit.ly/3UOb8lY Time Stamps: 0:00 Introduction to Creatine and Recent Paper Review - Discussion on creatine's popularity and personal experience with it since 2000. Introduction to a recent paper titled "Does One Dose of Creatine Supplement Fit All," covering topics like loading phases, benefits, and optimal timing. 0:55 Loading Phase and Early Practices - Problems with early creatine loading practices that involved high sugar content, causing issues like pre-diabetes. The discussion on whether a loading phase is necessary and who might benefit from it. 1:46 Who Might Need a Creatine Load Phase - Explanation of who might benefit from a creatine load phase, such as young athletes, football players, or those with low red meat intake. Overview of the benefits of creatine on exercise performance. 2:58 Creatine Uptake and Transport Proteins - Discussion on creatine uptake, the role of transport proteins, and the benefits of pairing creatine with electrolytes. Introduction of Myo Science's creatine product paired with electrolytes. 3:53 Best Timing for Taking Creatine - Importance of taking creatine around exercise sessions to enhance muscle uptake. Suggestions on timing, with emphasis on taking creatine before or during workouts rather than with coffee in the morning. 4:36 Creatine Benefits for Kids and Cognitive Performance - Creatine's benefits for athletic children in high-demand sports and cognitive tasks, including its impact on brain energy during intensive activities like learning or giving presentations. 5:56 Individualized Dosing Based on Body Weight - The need to tailor creatine doses based on body weight and muscle mass. Heavier, more muscular individuals may require higher doses compared to lighter individuals. 6:41 Special Considerations for Vegans, Vegetarians, and Carnivores - The impact of diet on creatine needs. Vegans and vegetarians might see greater benefits from supplementation, while carnivores may already get sufficient creatine from red meat. 7:38 Non-Muscular Benefits of Creatine - Potential non-muscular benefits of creatine, such as improvements in verbal acuity, cognitive performance, mood changes, and post-concussive recovery. 8:30 Conclusion and Recommendations - Summary of key points: no need for dextrose to enhance creatine absorption, tailored dosing based on diet and body weight, and the importance of taking creatine with electrolytes around exercise.
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24/09/2024

Protein & Creatine for Women: Nutrition Expert Reveals Muscle Gain Myths & Science

This episode is brought to you by MYOXCIENCE Nutrition.  JJ Virgin dispels the myth that women will get bulky from resistance training and highlights the benefits of supplements like creatine and herbs like Ashwagandha and more.  Sponsored Message: Crush your workouts with the Creatine+ Electrolyte Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/Electrolyte-Stix-Jar *Save with code podcast at checkout Link to show notes: https://bit.ly/4gzSqrs Time Stamps: 0:15 Discussion on inspiration for staying fit, thoughts on aging and fitness, and research on muscle building over 40. 1:57 Noticing changes in strength, adapting workouts, and the importance of power in fitness routines. 04:00 Structuring workouts to mimic daily activities and observations on everyday strength challenges. 06:15 Adapting workouts while traveling and benefits of portable workout equipment. 08:56 Addressing concerns about muscle gain in women and misconceptions about resistance training. 11:36 Strategies for body recomposition and testing metabolic rates. 12:49 Managing calorie intake, discussing protein importance, and debating protein recommendations. 16:18 Need for protein in muscle maintenance and the role of protein turnover. 20:48 Discussion on older athletes and the benefits of regular exercise for longevity and cancer risk reduction. 21:43 Importance of focusing on overall health and separating protein discussions from environmental concerns. 22:48 Emphasis on eating seasonal and local foods for better quality and addressing misconceptions about protein needs. 25:40 Focus on improving skeletal muscle and recommended protein intake. 27:42 Personal preferences for protein sources and the nutrient density of red meat. 30:02 Observations on food quality in different regions and the impact of ultra-processed foods. 31:43 Importance of whole foods and local eating for health. 34:26 Value of tracking daily steps and incorporating intensity with rucking vests. 37:48 Discussing outdoor activities with kids and the benefits of nature. 39:37 Using creatine for enhancing energy and cognitive function, esp while traveling. 43:37 Emphasizing the importance of muscle over weight in health discussions. 46:01 Questioning societal standards of beauty and discussing hydration. 47:18 Talking about foundational nutrients and the importance of a balanced approach to supplementation. 51:47 Highlighting the significance of exercise for overall health and cellular processes. 53:10 Discussion on the benefits of exercise and the challenges of modern comfort. 54:30 Talk about thermal stress and personal recovery routines. 55:13 Experiences with red light therapy and its uncertain effects. 57:07 Insights on dietary habits and supplementation. 59:15 Discussion on hormone therapy and personal experiences. 01:04:29 Importance of hormone sensitivity and resistance training for health. 01:08:03 Discussion on individual hormone variations and the effects of hormonal fluctuations during menopause, including recovery challenges. 01:09:22 Importance of estrogen in muscle health and preferred hormone delivery methods.    
1h 20m
11/09/2024

Butter & Red Meat Down, Vegetable Oil Up 300%: The 60-Year Nutrition Mistake

Today’s show is brought to you by MYOXCIENCE Nutrition. Mike challenges mainstream dietary advice, pointing out that despite cutting red meat and saturated fats, we're seeing more health issues due to processed foods and vegetable oils. A reevaluation of diet guidelines is needed to address the real culprits: industrial seed oils and processed snacks. Support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the updated Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/berberine-fasting-accelerator Use code podcast at checkout to save 12% Link to Video and Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3ZqDohH Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 0:10 Overview of dietary changes and their impact on health 0:57 Introduction to non-communicable diseases and historical dietary shifts 1:54 Decline in animal fats and rise in plant-based fats 2:49 Correlation between dietary changes and public health trends 3:45 Increase in processed foods and vegetable oils, despite dietary recommendations 4:39 Trends in meat consumption and obesity rates 5:30 Discussion on the confusion surrounding healthy eating and the role of Berberine 6:14 Berberine Benefits 7:06 Changes in food consumption among different age groups and rising health issues 7:53 The impact of processed foods and industrial seed oils on health 8:50 Historical context of dietary guidelines and rising health problems 9:56 Increasing rates of metabolic and mental health issues in children 10:58 The disparity between dietary recommendations and actual food consumption 11:53 Observations on food choices and their impact on health 12:39 Conclusion and call to action for dietary change    
13m
06/09/2024

Longevity Scientist Shares Top Strategies for Improving Your Health Span w/ Matt Kaeberlein, PhD

Today’s show is brought to you by MYOXCIENCE Nutrition. In this episode Matt Kaeberlein, PhD, CEO of Optispan, discusses the significance of enhancing health span through interventions like rapamycin and highlights the role of senescent cells in chronic inflammation and age-related diseases. Crush your workouts with the Creatine+ Electrolyte Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/Electrolyte-Stix-Jar *Save with code podcast at checkout Link to show notes: https://bit.ly/4gdmxES Key Takeaways:  02:44 Pillars of health: eat, sleep, move, connect. 10:30 Eating protein and exercise can turn up mTOR. 15:20 High dietary protein and resistance training preserves muscle while aging. 19:20 Longevity research is underfunded. 25:10 Obesity was rare 50 years ago. 26:25 Fasting, and time restricting eating may not increase longevity. 30:45 Smoking, sedentary life, alcohol consumption and obesity shorten lifespan. 34:40 Resveratrol is not a longevity drug. 36:45 Spermidine is an autophagy booster. 38:10 Alpha ketoglutarate, urolithin A, and NAD precursors, may increase lifespan. 42:45 Acarbose, SGLT-2 inhibitors, and estrogens can increase lifespan. 44:45 Metformin does not corelate to reduced all-cause mortality. 47:30 NAD is a co-factor required for thousands of metabolic reactions. 52:55 Some epigenetic signatures are predictive of future health outcomes. 54:17 Facial imaging using AI can predict future health outcomes. 58:17 Dunedin Pace measures the rate of aging. 59:40 Optispan looks at epigenetics, blood glycan, and immune resilience/aging. 01:04:00 Senescent cells are cells that do not do their job and refuse to die. 01:07:50 Rapamycin impacts senescent cells, autoimmunity, and inflammation.  
1h 29m
20/08/2024

The Food Pyramid’s Dark Side: How It’s Shaped Our Health Crisis w/ Brian Sanders

Brian Sanders, creator of the film "Food Lies," discusses how traditional diets rich in animal-based nutrition contribute to better health and height. Support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the updated Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/berberine-fasting-accelerator Use code podcast at checkout to save Show Notes and Video: https://bit.ly/3yN22Om Research Mentioned: Grasgruber, P., Sebera, M., Hrazdíra, E., Cacek, J. & Kalina, T. Major correlates of male height: A study of 105 countries. Econ. Hum. Biol. 21, 172–195 (2016).   Time Stamps: 03:30 Cooking by the food pyramid led to chronic illness. 08:10 People eating traditional diets are lean, tall, and muscular. 09:20 Only vegan documentaries make it to mainstream. 13:25 Funding goes to developing meat and protein alternatives. 14:30 The top four industries in the US are sick care/pharma. 15:30 There is big money in blaming red meat for processed foods problems. 23:00 Cattle upcycle nutrition from inedible food, creating a high-quality food. 35:30 Blue Zone diets are animal-based, by calories. 37:50 Animal nutrition is the foundation of any healthy diet. 39:30 You can adapt to a plant-based diet for a year or two, tapping our biologic storage. 45:00 The optimal diet of any species is the one they lived on the longest. 45:50 The more animal protein a population eats, the taller they are. 52:15 The low meat intake results in stunted growth, shorter life expectancy, and higher infant mortality. 54:40 Food is protein, nutrients, and energy. 57:30 Eat animal foods with whole foods on the side. 57:50 In a low protein environment, all animals will overeat to ingest the required amount of protein. 01:03:00Food industry pays to keep you in the energy calorie paradigm. 01:06:30 High carb intake is linked with greater odds of dying from all causes, especially cancer. 01:15:40 Long term satiety is from protein and fat. Short term is from volume. 01:20:50 Seed oil trans fats are harmful. 01:25:30 Mental health is tied to food choices/consumption.
1h 31m
16/08/2024

Grass-Fed VS Grain-Fed: A Rancher’s Take on Beef & Nutrient Quality

Rancher Michaela Mann discusses the balance between grass and grain finishing in cattle and challenges faced by U.S. agriculture including land loss and sustainability efforts.  Crush your Workouts and stay hydrated this summer with the Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix *Save with code podcast at checkout Link to Video and Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Ma0G3q Connect with Michaela at D & D Beef: https://danddbeef.com *Save with code DDBEEF10 -----------------Show Notes------------------- 0:00 Intro 1:30 Ranchers care about their animals and treat them well. 7:30 Ranchers get emotionally attached to some of the animals. 8:30 Michaela’s goal for her animals is to have them only have one bad day. 10:20 The US has high processing standards. 11:30 Pre-slaughter stress changes the pH and changes the meat. 15:30 The beef calf stays with its mother for 6 to 8 months. 16:43 Northern states do not have year-long grass for grazing. 17:55 Grain finished cattle only had 11% grain in their diet. 18:20 80 to 90% of grass finished beef sold in the US is from overseas. 19:30 Antibiotics are only used when an animal is sick or injured. 22:38 Large meat packing plants test meat for antibiotics. 23:50 Older cows/bulls are used for cheaper grocery store meat or dog food. 30:30 Cattle dogs and flashing ear tags deter predators. 34:00 Bison are different to raise and harvest from cattle. 41:45 Regenerative and sustainable farming is done by most ranchers and farmers to some extent. 43:40 Ranching utilizes natural grassland and provides habitat for wildlife. 53:15 The US has lost 100,00 farms/ranches between 2011 and 2018. 53:30 Bill Gates is the largest landowner in the state of Nebraska. 56:30 The US has lost 31 million acres of ag land since 1982. 01:00:40 Avian flu can be a problem with poultry, but not in cattle production.
1h 6m
12/08/2024

How Mouth Tape Can Transform Your Sleep and Stop Frequent Night Urination

Learn the connections between mouth breathing, sleep disorder breathing, and their impact on nighttime urination, heart health, and overall sleep quality.  Save on the Bon Charge Red Light Mask: https://boncharge.com/hih Save on the Myo Relax Sleep Blend: https://bit.ly/myo-relax-sleep-blend Save with code podcast Link to Video & Research: Link to studies: https://bit.ly/3yF3G4H Time Stamps:  0:00 Intro 0:40 - Case Study: Client with Sleep Disordered Breathing 1:30 - Tips for Nasal Breathing and Sleep Optimization 2:31 - Connection Between Sleep Disordered Breathing and Nocturnal Polyurea 4:29 - Women, Sleep Apnea, and Overactive Bladder Syndrome 6:16 - Visual Explanation of Airway Obstruction 7:01 - Symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing 8:00 - Bon charge 8:46 - Importance of Addressing Sleep Disordered Breathing 9:31 - Introduction to Mouth Taping 10:13 - Impact of Mouth Breathing on Children 11:03 - Prevalence and Consequences of Sleep Apnea 12:45 - Immediate and Long-term Consequences of Sleep Apnea 13:41 - Link Between Leptin and Sleep Apnea 15:30 - Practical Solutions for Sleep Disordered Breathing 16:15 - Mechanical Impact of Mouth Breathing 17:05 - Research Supporting Mouth Taping 18:46 - Connection Between Obesity and Sleep Apnea 20:23 - Leptin and Breathing in Obesity 21:06 - Introduction to Mouth Taping and Myofunctional Therapy 23:00 How to use mouth tape during the day and night to train nasal breathing.
28m
19/07/2024

Beyond LDL-Cholesterol: These Culprits Drive Artery Plaque Build Up

For the past 60 years the medical community has obsessively focused on lowering LDL-cholesterol levels… Research shows these five preventable health conditions make LDL-Cholesterol more likely to cause artery plaque build-up, even if your LDL-Cholesterol levels are low. Sponsored: Crush your Workouts and stay hydrated this summer with the Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix *Save with code podcast at checkout Link to Video and Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3WfpI5R Research Mentioned: Zanoni, P., Velagapudi, S., Yalcinkaya, M., Rohrer, L. & Eckardstein, A. von. Endocytosis of lipoproteins. Atherosclerosis 275, 273–295 (2018). Ference, B. A., Braunwald, E. & Catapano, A. L. The LDL cumulative exposure hypothesis: evidence and practical applications. Nat. Rev. Cardiol. 1–16 (2024) doi:10.1038/s41569-024-01039-5. Time Stamps: 00:45 LDL's link with atherosclerosis is nuanced.  02:30 Initial damage to the arterial wall makes LDL levels problematic. 03:45 Increases risk of arterial wall damage: elevated blood pressure, insulin resistance/diabetes, smoking/vaping, obesity, elevated blood viscosity, consuming oxidizableoils. 08:40 High LDL and high triglycerides suggest insulin resistance and increased cardiovascular risk. 09:50 Start with diet and exercise together. 11:20 Statins have concerning side effects. 13:15 Plaque formation begins early in life. 13:50 High LDL is found in centenarians. 14:44 Centenarians are metabolically healthy. 15:40 Your liver makes LDL cholesterol. 16:10 Every cell in your body requires cholesterol. 18:00  Diets high in seed oils make your LDL more likely to be oxidized. 20:55 30-50% of people who have heart attacks have optimal serum cholesterol.
22m
21/06/2024

Peptides for Growth Hormone + Hormonal Balance w/ Dr. Elana Zinkov

Dr. Zinkov discusses ways to use peptides therapeutically to improve tissue rejuvenation and repair, promote longevity, enhance muscle growth, and boost mood, vitality, and libido. She discusses the benefits and risks, sourcing, dosages, cycling, administration routes, and how they work in combination w/ hormone optimization. Support your Workout Sessions and Healthy Hydration with the Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix *Save 12% with code podcast at checkout Link to Video, Show Notes and Research: https://bit.ly/4bcEks6 Show Notes: 02:45 Peptides stimulate your endogenous production of growth hormone. 03:10 Sermorelin does not increase growth hormone beyond super physiologic levels. 04:35 Peptides can improve hormone health, longevity, reverse aging-related processes of inflammation and injury recovery. 08:45 Growth hormone improves cell function. 11:05 Sermorelin stimulates growth hormone secretion for about 12 minutes. 12:30 Growth hormone peaks are nighttime and post-workout. 14:30 Symptoms of suboptimal growth hormone. 15:45 IGF-1 is a biproduct of growth hormone breakdown. 18:30 Additional strategies. 22:05 Poor diet and lifestyle choices reduce growth hormone. 25:10 Women in their teens and 20s may have suboptimal production of hormones. 30:30 Progesterone receptors can be stimulated with herbal treatments. 31:30 Xenoestrogens cause more disruptive receptor stimulation. 33:15 Obesity is one of the biggest risk factors for breast cancer. 34:30 Growth hormone stimulates collagen production. 37:15 Low dose Rapamycin slows the aging process. 40:30 Methylene Blue has been used as a nootropic. 43:55 Nicotine directly and quickly stimulates the vagal nerve. 53:00 Growth hormone does not cause cancer.      
56m
25/05/2024

Insulin Resistance Fuels Artery-Clogging Plaque, Early Atherosclerosis

A new study finds insulin resistance and reduced glucose uptake in the heart is linked with early-onset atherosclerosis and heart issues. Sponsored: Support your Workout Sessions and Healthy Hydration with the Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix *Save 12% with code podcast at checkout Link to Video and Research: https://bit.ly/3UXLhal Research Mentioned: Devesa, A. et al. Cardiac Insulin Resistance in Subjects With Metabolic Syndrome Traits and Early Subclinical Atherosclerosis. Diabetes Care 46, 2050–2057 (2023). Time Stamps: 00:00 FDG = Fluorodeoxyglucose 00:30 Reduced glucose uptake in the heart is tethered to atherosclerosis. 01:20 LDL levels are not strongly associated with poor outcomes. 02:00 Your heart becomes insulin resistant. 03:05 Those with no glucose uptake in the heart had higher fasting glucose. 03:45 Those with more cardiovascular risk factors had lower LDL. 04:35 The heart can generate energy from fatty acids, carbs, and ketones. 05:00 Cardiac abnormalities are associated with metabolic syndrome. 07:00 Insulin resistance changes muscle and heart muscle. 09:16 Insulin resistance is associated with a progressive decrease of myocardial FDG uptake. 09:50 Cardiovascular risk increases with the decline of FDG uptake. 11:30 Your heart loses the ability to pump blood effectively as it loses ability to utilize different energy substrates. 12:40 Support your heart by supporting your metabolism.
14m
02/05/2024

Losing Fat & Building Muscle Over 40 w/ Fitness Model Holly Hines

Holly Hines, a renowned fitness model, defies age stereotypes by showcasing her journey of losing fat and building muscle after turning 40 with nutrition and lifestyle change.  Sponsored: Support your Workout Sessions and Healthy Hydration with the Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE. *Save 12% with code podcast at checkout Link to Video: https://bit.ly/4dkTKNf Time Stamps:   09:00 A varied whole food approach to fitness contest dieting is gaining traction. 12:20 Weight loss is best addressed with quality nutrition and appropriate digestion. Prioritize quality protein.  You need to fuel your workout. Sleep, rest, proper hydration, and recovery are also needed. 16:30 Holly consumes 1.25 grams per pound of protein in the building phase. General protein recommendations were 1 gram of protein for 1 pound of ideal body weight.  In the cutting phase of caloric restriction, protein becomes even more important. 19:00 Holly has increased her fiber intake (with minimal lectins). It has changed her digestion. Basil seeds have twice the fiber, iron, and potassium as chia seeds and no lectins. 26:30 Holly’s carb consumption is dependent upon the exercise she is doing. In prep phase, Holly eats Japanese sweet potatoes and has no digestive issues with it. She eats plantains. 30:00 Holly’s breakfast is always protein and fat, eating no carbs at breakfast. 31:00 Holly trains in the afternoon after eating. She does a 14 to 18 hour fast daily. 34:15 Holly trains lower body 3 times per week. She trains heavy with longer rests for 2 hours on Saturdays. Time under tension, tempo work, and progressive overload are her focus. ** 37:44 Walking lunges and Bulgarian split squats work well for those with long femurs. You don’t need to be a barbell back squatter. Embrace your anatomy. 39:14 Pendulum squat is called the great equalizer. It builds your quads and does not affect the lumbar spine. 42:34 Reps are all contextual to your goals. Your last few reps should be a struggle. 43:34 Many women hold back to avoid over-developing the upper body. 45:24 In a caloric deficit, you can’t gain much muscle. You can’t build something from nothing. You need to eat and gain weight, muscle, and body fat. 53:09 A regular menstrual cycle is a vital sign. Work with a qualified practitioner to help you optimize your hormones. 53:34 Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy helped Holly balance her hormones, thus improve her energy levels, sleep, libido, and ability to train hard consistently. 56:44 Women need testosterone and men need estrogen. DHEA has an anti-cortisol effect and is a precursor to testosterone and estrogen. 10 mg for decade of life dosage for men.  75% less for women. 01:06:29 Holly eats 3 to 4 times a day, prioritizing protein and fat and compressing it into a 6 to 8 hour eating window.          
1h 11m
17/04/2024

Metabolic Origins of Joint Pain, Arthritis & Tendon Issues with Amy West, MD

Dr. Amy West, a Sports Medicine Physiatrist, is at the forefront of a paradigm shift in understanding the root causes of joint pain, tendon issues, and other musculoskeletal problems. Sponsored Message: Support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/berberine-fasting-accelerator Save with code podcast at checkout Link to Video Interview, Research and Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3U5RIaS Show Notes: 02:00 CrossFit trains all three energy pathways: glycolytic, anaerobic, and aerobic. It is based on function. Physiatry and CrossFit focus on function and living better. 08:00 Metabolic health impacts recovery, injury propensity, pain levels and physical function. Leptin worsens osteoarthritis and pain issues. 12:15 Osteoarthritis is from the dysfunction of chondrocytes within the joint from inflammation and fragility of cartilage within the joint. Metabolic disease causes a downward spiral. There is more inflammation and more cartilage damage and more boney hypertrophy. 14:00 Trigger finger is often a first sign of metabolic disease. Tendons are also impacted by the inflammation of metabolic disease. Healing process is impacted by the chronic inflammation of metabolic disease. 14:54 Bone and bone density are impacted inflammation. This can appear as stress fractures. Treat the fracture and the reason why. 17:00 Hemoglobin A1C is a marker of overall glycation in the body. Non-painful things become painful with increased glycation. 17:30 The burden of age-related changes is dependent upon your metabolic state and physical wellbeing. 96% of American adults have some sort of metabolic dysfunction, making them predisposed to accelerated aging and physical decline. 23:00 Time is a major reason for not exercising. Short 20-minute bouts of more intense exercise are easier to fit in and you get the same metabolic benefits in a shorter time. 23:40 Functional movement training increases strength and supports life functions. It uses multiple joints and practices coordination. 24:30 Heavy resistance training induces the benefits of bone density and muscle integrity. 24:45 Osteosarcopenic obesity: as you gain weight, you lose muscle mass and bone. 26:00 Weakened tendons, tendonitis, and fibrosis are often a result of chronic inflammation from metabolic dysfunction like diabetes. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the US. 27:25 Cortisone is a potent anti-inflammatory that brings short-term pain relief. It can raise blood sugar. Repeated cortisone injections can further degrade cartilage, worsening arthritis. You can build up a tolerance to it. 29:00 Hormones affect joint pain. Menopausal decreased estrogen levels correlate to increased joint pain. 29:40 Turmeric, omega 3s, vitamin D anti-inflammatory effects can be effective in a person with a small amount of inflammation. 31:00 PRP can be beneficial in the right patient with mild arthritis or chronic tendinopathy. It is only as good as whatever is attached to it. PRP efficacy depends upon your metabolic health. 34:10 Athletes have more muscle mass around the joints making the joint more functional and eases the load bearing on the joint. Muscle secretes myokines, which affect pain perception. 34:50 Chronic inflammation from metabolic disease around your joints can affect levels of inflammation and how the inflammation is received by your brain. It can affect brain serotonin signaling. 36:00 Low carb diets produce less leptin signaling which reduces pain and inflammation signaling. 39:50 Dr. West prioritizes protein. Traditional medicine protein recommendations are just enough to keep you alive. Protein helps with satiety and powers workout gains. 41:25 Animal protein, over plant protein, can help you feel stronger. It is challenging to get enough plant protein without eating a lot of carbs. Chronic vegan/vegetarian dieting can cause collagen and bone breakdown. 50:30 Eccentric loading of the Achilles tendon can help build capacity and be more effective than chronic stretching. Tight hamstrings can be addressed with hip extension, pelvic tilting, and hip adduction. 55:25 There can be some risk to doing isolated heavy bicep work. You can develop bicep tendonitis. Over time, it can result in rupture of the bicep tendon. 58:36 Shoulder: Drill down on technique before adding load or intensity. 01:00:10 Hanging is important for grip strength and being able to manage your own body load. 01:01:10 Deadlift/hip hinge can be done using a platform to limit range of motion to maintain form. Push with your legs rather than pulling with your back. 01:02:30 Have a physical biomarker. Do an annual measure of functional movement or movements to track your strength and fitness, along with your labs. Continue to improve. Physical goals are important. 01:06:30 Coca Cola/Gatorade has invested heavily in healthcare, exercise science and exercise guidelines. Fitness professionals are pressured not to make nutritional recommendations. Coca Cola is involved in the American Cancer Society and American College of Cardiology.  
1h 19m
03/04/2024

Women's Hormonal Balance for Anxiety, Sleep & Fat Loss | Dr. Elana Zinkov

Hormones play a pivotal role in every aspect of a woman's life, from mood to fertility and beyond, understanding how to optimize their function is paramount. Dr. Elena Zinkov shares actionable strategies and insights that empower women to take control of their hormonal health and thrive. Support Your Sleep and Hormonal Balance with innovative Myo Relax and Calm: https://bit.ly/myo-relax-sleep-blend Save with code Podcast at checkout Link to Video & Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3vC0hSK Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 4:50 Hormonal birth control and xenoestrogens from our environment push women into perimenopause and premature ovarian failure. 6:30 Women who come off birth control may experience early perimenopause. 9:30 Bioidentical hormones can help women coming off hormonal birth control to recuperate. 11:30 Women have more testosterone than estrogen. 13:40 PCOS is an insulin and low progesterone issue. 15:40 Women’s estrogen and progesterone are produced in the ovarian follicles. Adrenal glands also produce estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. 18:25 AMH levels reflect the ovarian reserve. 18:50 Egg quality depends upon balanced levels of estrogen and testosterone. 21:30 DHEA is important for energy, healthy estrogen levels, blood sugar metabolism, immune system, muscle mass, and post workout recovery. 29:05 All hormones are at their peak between 8 and 10 am. 29:45 Blood/serum testing is the most accurate. 32:30 Follicle-stimulating hormone FSH helps the egg to mature and stimulates the release of estrogen and progesterone. 34:15 We are starting to see late perimenopause and menopause levels of FSH in young women. 34:40 Optimal estradiol is between 70 to 150. 35:00 The follicular phase starts on day one of bleeding and luteal starts with ovulation. 37:15 Body temperature and cervical fluid are effective ways to determine if you are ovulating. 42:00 Signs of low progesterone 46:50 Bioidentical oral progesterone 50:00 Helps with sleep: valerian root, CBD, magnesium, GABA, and L-theanine (am and pm). 53:30 Growth hormone peptides can help you sleep through the night. 58:45 Oxytocin nasal spray is neuroprotective and can help with stress management and resilience, anxiety, and depression. 59:50 Women should consume 30 to 40 grams of protein at least 3 to 4 times per day, with a minimum of 120 grams/day.
1h 5m
15/02/2024

Heart Surgeon: Spike in Heart Deaths, Tips to Reverse Arterial Plaque

Heart Surgeon and best selling author Dr. Phil Ovadia discusses the foods and lifestyle factors driving a new wave of early-onset heart disease. Sponsored: Support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/berberine-fasting-accelerator Use code podcast to save 12% Link to full show notes and articles: https://bit.ly/3uKRKMC Connect with Dr. Ovadia: https://ifixhearts.com/quiz/ Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 1:30 Up to 95% of people with cardiac disease are insulin resistant. 4:45 Processed foods and high carbs are the two primary drivers of metabolic disease, the primary driver of heart disease. 6:53 Insulin resistance damages blood vessels. 11:18 Exercise is indirectly helpful in preventing atherosclerosis. 13:10 The better you can maintain muscle as you age, the better you can deal with the aging process. 14:30 It is possible to reverse atherosclerosis. 16:30 Tests: coronary artery calcium scan (CAC) and coronary CT angiogram (CCTA). 18:30 People in their 30s and 40s now end up on the cardiac operating table. 20:30 High LDL may not be dangerous in a person who is metabolically healthy. 21:00 The quality of your LDL particles is important. 22:54 90% of adults are metabolically unhealthy, so their high LDL is likely dangerous. 24:05 Statin use for over 10 years increases your risk of developing insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, primary drivers of heart disease. 26:30 Inflammation is an important part of the development of heart disease. 27:40 High blood pressure root cause is insulin resistance/metabolic disease. 31:41 Ferritin testing measures total body iron stores. It is also an inflammation marker. 35:50 Linoleic acid LDL oxidation hypothesis 37:30 Plant-based diets 40:25 Lowering your intake of omega 6 improves your omega 3 index. 41:10 Low vitamin D 42:00 Sun exposure has been misunderstood. 44:10 Triglycerides is a higher risk than LDL. 48:30 Bioidentical hormones are superior to synthetic. 50:03 Low testosterone is a risk factor for heart disease. 53:10 Heart surgery does not fix the underlying problem.      
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06/01/2024

25 vs 100 Grams of Protein Post-Workout for Muscle Gains: New Study Breakdown

A new study challenges the assumption that you can only absorb and utilize 25 grams of protein in one meal.  Anything more than this won’t increase muscle protein synthesis or anabolic signaling—those excess amino acids will be oxidized (broken down), the thinking went.  Scientists in the Netherlands challenged this old paradigm… Sponsored: Support your Workout Sessions and Healthy Hydration with this Creatine Electrolyte Combo by MYOXCIENCE: http://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix Save 12% with code podcast at checkout Link to Research and Video: https://bit.ly/3NO3Afd Episode Time Stamps:   0:00 Higher protein after exercise increases muscle protein synthesis. 0:45 Essential amino acids do not become oxidized even after 100 grams of protein. 2:00 You do not have to spread out your protein consumption. 3:45 Anabolic resistance is a phenomenon of aging, requiring more protein. 6:00 The more protein you have, the more anabolism you have. 8:00 Exercise and protein both build muscle. 9:10 Animals consume large amounts of protein infrequently. 12:18 There is no scientific proof that excess amino acids are being oxidized. 13:30 There are progressively increased levels of amino acids if you have sufficient protein, over the course of 12 hours. 17:00 There was a transient rise in insulin in the 100-gram group. 18:25 More protein translates into increased muscle protein synthesis at the level of the muscle tissue. 20:56 Amino acids are not preferentially oxidized as fuel or converted into glucose.  
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28/12/2023

Family Meals Keep Belly Fat Off: The Power of Unplugging During Mealtime w/ Shawn Stevenson

Shawn Stevenson discusses why socializing during meals can contribute to a sense of community, reduce feelings of loneliness, and provide emotional support. Sharing meals with others can also influence your eating habits, fostering healthier choices.  Sponsored Message: Save on the Bon Charge Sauna Blanket: bit.ly/IR-sauna-blanket Save on the Ultimate Six Week Glute and Leg Training Program: bit.ly/glute-masterclass Link to Video and Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3GYzAcP Episode Time Stamps: 03:30 We are the most chronically diseased nation in history. CDC says 60% of all US adults have at least 1 chronic disease. 40% have two or more.  Being well is now not normal. 75% of US citizens are overweight or obese. 60% have some degree of heart disease. 04:45 Behavior change is not the solution. It is difficult to make diet changes in an environment of ultra processed foods. 06:55 Create a microenvironment around yourself that makes healthy choices easy. Behavior can become automatic. The root cause is the culture, shared values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors shared by a group of people that are passed to the next generations. 08:30 Childhood obesity has tripled in the past few decades. In 1999 the average child had a diet of 61% ultra processed food. By 2018 it was almost 70%. 09:30 People who eat together with their family consistently consume more real whole nutrient dense foods. 11:00 3 meals a week eaten with family can dramatically reduce the incidence of obesity and developing eating disorders in children.  For adults, eating family dinners results in work morale staying high, stress staying negligible, and higher productivity. 13:05 Only 30% of families eat together on a regular basis. We evolved to eat together. We communicated and shared family history and knowledge. 15:20 Our devices divide us and should be supplemental communication. Our genes expect us to connect with real humans. 16:20 60 to 80% of all physician visits today are for stress-related illnesses. 17:00 Downregulate stress: Being with people we care about produces more oxytocin, the love hormone.  It neutralizes the effects of cortisol. 17:50 The parasympathetic state is rest and digest. When you are with people you care about, you digest and assimilate your food better and have better elimination. 18:30 Frequent eating in isolation causes poor diet quality and lower intake of vital nutrients that help prevent disease. 19:30 Eating at home with your children regularly gives you time to discover, observe, and communicate, to have them truly be seen. 22:30 Make healthy food taste good, to help with the transition from junk food. Our flavor receptor system is complicated and intertwined with our ability to smell. 23:20 Post-ingestive feedback is where your cells take notes on the nutrition in your food. Cravings are cultural. We crave what we have been around. 23:50 Flavor is a language.  Food scientists manipulate our flavor associations. 25:25 Shawn’s simple recipes focus on 40 foods that improve metabolic health, cardiovascular health, mental health, and sleep quality. 28:00 People who eat less than 4 grams of DHEA/EPA omega 3s each day have the highest rate of brain shrinkage. 29:30 Impossible burgers are ultra processed and packed with unhealthy ingredients. 32:00 Every culture eats cultured foods. Eating kimchi can reduce belly fat, weight, and BMI. 36:25 Animals stressed before slaughter have different and unpalatable meat. Everything and everyone is made of energy. Our attention on things affects the outcome. 42:30 Virtual Family Health & Fitness Summit access is part of your book purchase. 53:00 We outsource our care to entities that profit from our sickness.
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14/12/2023

Dementia is Diabetes of the Brain: Metabolic Health and Cognitive Decline

New research finds dementia is diabetes of the brain, here's the science and ways to optimized brain health and prevent cognitive decline. Support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/Berberine-Fasting-Accelerator Save with code Podcast at checkout Link to Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3GHKiEp Studies Mentioned: Pereira, J. D. et al. Alzheimer’s disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus: A systematic review of proteomic studies. J. Neurochem. 156, 753–776 (2021). Borovcanin, M. M., Vesic, K., Petrovic, I., Jovanovic, I. P. & Mijailović, N. R. Diabetes mellitus type 2 as an underlying, comorbid or consequent state of mental disorders. World J. Diabetes 14, 481–493 (2023). Show Notes:   00:00 Alzheimer’s may be a neuro-endocrine disease associated with dysfunctional insulin signaling. 01:30 Long-term alcohol consumption can correlate with early onset dementia. 03:30 Weight gained in your 30s and 40s correlates with a much higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s in your 60s and 70s. 06:05 Type 3 diabetes represents a form of diabetes that selectively involves the brain. 07:30 Pre-diabetes in the elderly is 75%. This predisposes them to cognitive decline. 08:05 Insulin resistance strongly correlates with depression. 08:30 Diabetes predisposes you to cognitive decline. 09:00 Low carb/ketogenic diet significantly improves cognition and quality of life. 11:20 Insulin plays critical roles in the health of your brain. 11:40 Under muscled people over 60 have increased risk for cognitive decline. 12:00 Dementia starts in your 30s.
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29/11/2023

Build Muscle to Burn Fat After 40 w/ Coach Erika Gasztonyi

Sought after coach Erika Gasztonyi shares strength training and nutrition tips to help push your limits to reach your fitness and body composition goals. Crush your next workout and support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE : https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix  Use code podcast to save 12% OFF at checkout  Get Erika's Six Week Training Program: https://bit.ly/glute-masterclass Link to Video and Show Notes: https://bit.ly/49VZpYr ---------Show Notes----------------------- 0:00 Intro  1:30 Women falsely believe that weight training will bulk them into looking like men.  3:40 Working your glutes is the secret solution to most back problems.  5:50 Erika has a rare bone disease in her wrist.  10:55 The results of the science of progressive overload and intelligent programming feel like magic.  12:10 Strength training is glycolytic. You need carbs.  13:10 Erika’s macros: 2800 total calories, 160 grams of protein, 80 grams of fat, and 340 grams of carbs.   15:30 Undereating and over-training are common.  20:30 Fueling before a workout helps you to burn more calories and build more muscle. Your fat loss journey will be better.  24:17 Creatine positively affects training and recovery.  27:30 Erika works lower body 3 days a week, occasionally 4 days a week.  32:20 Muscular endurance translates into strength.  37:40 Erika does no cardio.  39:00 When you lift weights, you are burn fat post workout.  44:10 Erika’s sciatica has disappeared since she started lifting heavy weights.  45:25 The 3 best exercises for glutes are hip thrust, squats, and deadlifts.  49:10 Bands do not build you a butt.  53:00 If you are not getting CNS stimulation, you are not getting the hypertrophy.  53:10 Men often have back problems because they do not also develop their glutes.  55:00 Belt squats are a great alternative if you have back problems.
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21/11/2023

Saturated Fat is Not Bad for Your Heart, Dietary Guidelines Are Bogus

Studies suggest that the link between saturated fat consumption and heart disease may not be as straightforward as once thought, and that other factors, such as the overall diet and lifestyle, may play significant roles. In today's show we dive into these details. Sponsored Message: Support your fasting lifestyle with the Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE Nutrition: https://bit.ly/berberine-fasting-accelerator Use code Podcast to save Links to Video & Images: https://bit.ly/3sJ86EK Study Mentioned Souza, R. J. de et al. Intake of saturated and trans unsaturated fatty acids and risk of all cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes: systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. BMJ : Br. Méd. J. 351, h3978 (2015). Harcombe, Z. et al. Evidence from randomised controlled trials did not support the introduction of dietary fat guidelines in 1977 and 1983: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Open Hear. 2, e000196 (2015). Time Stamps 00:00 There is no evidence that a low saturated fat diet improves or reduces cardiovascular disease. 03:10 Trans fats are problematic. 05:30 Government dietary advice initially focused on reducing fat and saturated fat consumption. 07:15 Randomized control trials done before government recommendations showed no statistical difference in mortality. 09:30 The control group in the Rose Corn Oil Study had a lower death rate than the intervention group. 11:50 Mean serum cholesterol levels were higher in the intervention groups but did not result in significant differences in cardiovascular disease or all-cause mortality. 14:00 At the time dietary advice was introduced despite having no evidence to support it. 15:30 More than 600,000 people die from cardiovascular disease every year.
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10/11/2023

Muscle Toning is a Myth: Train Like This to Build Muscle & Burn Fat w/ Tara Garrison

Coach Tara Garrison discusses the best tactics and strategies to burn fat and build muscle with resistance exercise.  Crush your next workout and support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE : https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix  Use code podcast at checkout to save Tara's Book: https://amzn.to/3JTPOEQ   ---------------Time Stamps----------------------- 0:00 Intro 2:40 Weightlifting was empowering. But Tara’s body really changed when she dialed in her nutrition. 7:05 Your body does not thrive in an environment of self-hatred. 13:40 Mental health inner work and physical health/fitness outer work grow in parallel. 15:07 Be curious about what your body is capable of.  19:50 Tara lost 40 lbs from weightlifting and eating whole foods.  22:20 Women, work as hard as you can toward muscle growth, and you will lean out and have a toned look.  26:10 If you are pursuing muscle growth, you can have a little protein or carbs sometime in the hour after your workout.   26:50 In an intense workout, you are in fight/flight mode.  28:10 Skeletal muscle and hormones adapt to your biologic rhythm. Be consistent with workout timing.  30:50 Tara does not take days off from going to the gym at her scheduled time.  32:40 Tara rotates workout focus through strength (1-4 heavy reps), hypertrophy (8-12 rep) and muscular endurance (12-15 reps).  35:20 The reason most people do not get results in a short period is because they do not go intense enough.. 40:10 Compound movements get the most activation and are good if you are traveling. 41:40 Heavy compound movements creates a hormonal adaptation response afterward.  42:30 True high intensity cannot be maintained for 30 seconds. 49:33 Muscles are carb-sponges.  53:00 Going to bed early has been life-changing for Tara.  58:40 Ask your body what it needs, listen and act.
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