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Bloating, gas, constipation, and food intolerances — you've probably experienced these symptoms before. In fact, a study evaluating gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms in Americans found that out of 71,812 people, 61 percent reported GI problems in the last week. Experiencing gut health issues is nothing to take lightly, though...   For example, "leaky gut" — an increase in intestinal permeability — can allow toxins, bacteria, and undigested food particles into the bloodstream, potentially causing inflammation and autoimmune reactions. Disruptions in the gut-brain axis may also contribute to conditions like anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. Additionally, malabsorption of nutrients in the gut can lead to deficiencies in essential vitamins and minerals. And that's just the tip of the iceberg.  In this "Best of Gut Health" compilation episode, you'll embark on a journey through the world of gut health with my top subject matter experts, getting the opportunity to explore alternatives to GLP-1 weight loss drugs and the latest in probiotics, uncovering the secrets of microbiome testing and its impact on your mood, gaining insights into the delicate balance of a child's microbiome, unlocking the intricate link between eating disorders and gut health, delving into the power of cold thermogenesis in triggering fat loss, and much more! Each of my guests offers a deep dive into gut health, bringing a unique perspective to the table. Dr. Coleen Cutcliffe emphasizes the role of specific bacteria in stimulating GLP-1 production and highlights the importance of a high-fiber diet in this process, which metabolizes into short-chain fatty acids, ultimately influencing insulin responses, blood sugar regulation, and food cravings. Meanwhile, Dr. Patrick Hanaway sheds light on microbiome testing, explaining the significance of individual biomarkers like calprotectin and pancreatic elastase in assessing gut health. He also touches on the impact of gut bacteria on mood and the emerging field of psychobiotics. On the other hand, Raja Dhir discusses supporting children's microbiome, stressing factors like breastfeeding and diet diversity in shaping an infant's gut microbiome. Additionally, Dr. Lauryn Lax explores the concept of total gut reset, linking eating disorders to gut health and discussing strategies for managing conditions like constipation. Lastly, Joel Greene tackles the role of cold thermogenesis in weight loss, explaining its impact on fat loss and sharing tips for optimizing this process for better results. With a wealth of expert perspectives, tips, biohacks, and more, this show is tailor-made for anyone experiencing gut health issues and searching for answers. For the full show notes, visit: BenGreenfieldLife.com/guthealthpodcast Episode Sponsors: IonLayer: Go to ionlayer.com/ben for $100 off your kit to start reaping the benefits of NAD+. FUM: Head to tryfum.com/BEN and use code BEN to save an additional 10% off your order today. BIOptimizers Mushroom Breakthrough: Go to bioptimizers.com/ben now and enter promo code BEN10 to get 10% off any order. Apollo: Head over to apolloneuro.com/bengreenfield and use code BG15 for 15% off. Organifi Shilajit Gummies: Get 20% off at organifi.com/Ben.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Touko 20241h 7min

I recently read The Glutathione Revolution: Fight Disease, Slow Aging, and Increase Energy with the Master Antioxidant and had my mind blown by a ton of facts I never knew about glutathione, the body's so-called "master antioxidant" that plays a crucial role in protecting cells from oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals, building and repairing tissue, making chemicals and proteins needed in the body, and supporting the immune system. After 11 years of clinical research on glutathione, Dr. Nayan Patel finally shares how powerful and essential glutathione is to the body’s detox system, discusses the various benefits it has with slowing the aging process, and explains how you can increase your levels naturally. Dr. Patel is regarded as the foremost expert on absorbable forms of glutathione and holds the only patent on transdermal glutathione. In addition to many other topics such as cellular function and hormone replacement, he is a highly sought-after global authority on the critical role that glutathione and all other antioxidants and endogenous molecules play in the body. Along with traveling the world educating practitioners on advanced biochemistry and anti-aging science, Dr. Patel also serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Southern California School of Pharmacy, where he is also an alumnus. He is a licensed compounding pharmacist who is still involved in designing and compounding drugs and nutrition therapies for his patients, including athletes, CEOs, highly stressed actors, physicians, and the community where he has practiced for 25 years. Besides being a pharmacist, CEO, and leader, he is a father to his three kids, husband to his supportive wife, and son to his dad who is his inspiration to help heal the world. Dr. Patel is a firm believer in providing the body with the tools it needs to defend itself and promote a healthy lifestyle that fits the pace of the modern world. His company, Auro Wellness (use code BEN10 for a 10% discount), is deeply committed to research and innovation.  Ready to explore more about one of the latest breakthroughs in anti-aging science? Let's dive in... For the full show notes, visit BenGreenfieldLife.com/auropodcast Episode Sponsors: CAROL Bike: Get $250 off yours with the code at carolbike.com/ben today. ZBiotics: Get 15% off your first order at zbiotics.com/BEN when you use code BEN. Young Goose: Visit younggoose.com and use code BEN10 at checkout to enjoy a 10% discount on your first order. MOSH: Head to moshlife.com/BEN to save 20% off plus FREE shipping. Pique: Visit PiqueLife.com/Ben and get 15% off with a minimum of a $60 purchase.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Touko 202459min

From a young age, Justin Roethlingshoefer has always been self-motivated to improve, developing the discipline and work ethic necessary to excel. At 13 years old, his father said, “Son, talent will get you noticed, but consistency will get you paid,” setting up his quest of founding Own It. I met Justin when my wife and I presented to guests at his Own It event for couples in Napa Valley, and we hit it off right away. After being exposed to his deep body of knowledge and witnessing his passion for helping people achieve physical, mental, and life success, I knew I had to have him on the podcast. Today's show is all about optimizing not just your fitness, but your life — you'll get to explore topics like training for the Spartan DEKA FIT, using HRV tracking to measure human performance, understanding your purpose, taking ownership of your life, and much more! Justin's work focuses on peak performance, human optimization, and applying data and testing to create personalized blueprints. He excels at simplifying complex concepts, particularly within the Outer Energy team at Own It Coaching, where he takes the latest research on nutrition, training, and recovery and packages it into digestible, systematic, and applicable steps. Additionally, Justin is an Amazon best-selling author for his books: Intent, The Athletic Performance Blueprint, and Own It... …and now the brand new book we discuss in this show: The Power of Ownership: Redeem Your Health, Live Life by Design, and Break the Relentless Pursuit of Normal. For the full show notes, visit: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/ownit Episode Sponsors: BON CHARGE: Go to boncharge.com/GREENFIELD and use coupon code GREENFIELD to save 15%. Quantum Upgrade: Unlock a 15-day free trial with the code “BEN15” at quantumupgrade.io. Hiya: Go to hiyahealth.com/BEN to receive 50% off your first order. C60: Get 15% off at shopc60.com/ben-greenfield using code “GREENFIELD15” LMNT: Go to DrinkLMNT.com/BenGreenfield to get a free gift with your purchase!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Touko 20241h 8min

Whether it's biohacking to limit jet lag, preventing balding, discovering simple daily movements to emulate the physicality of your ancestors, sipping healthier alcohol choices, or debunking fasting misconceptions, today's show is packed with practical advice for rejuvenating the body and mind. In this episode, explore the fusion of ancestral wisdom and cutting-edge biohacking strategies for achieving peak wellness with me and Jag Chima, an entrepreneur, investor, visionary, health and fitness enthusiast, philanthropist, and the host of The Inspired Lifestyle Podcast. Jag is the founder of The London Group, a diversified conglomerate with extensive operations in the UK, India, and other parts of the world. He has been featured on many media platforms including BBC News Asia, BBC Asian Network, and MATV, and is a sought-after speaker and strategic advisor on business affairs. Jag believes in facing fears and taking on challenges for growth and personal development, as demonstrated by his recent adventures completing a triathlon and a 1,450 km bicycle ride from Delhi to Mumbai. He is a proud supporter of The Unique Home for Girls, a home for unwanted, abandoned girls in Punjab, India. Join Jag and me as we discuss everything from mindful eating to combat hyper-palatable foods to utilizing antioxidants for protection against environmental pollutants and the implications of oxidation-prone fats in your diet. The episode doesn't stop at internal health, though — it also provides transformative tips for enhancing your skincare and haircare routines using budget-friendly bio hacks like peptides and red light therapy, discovering the art of preparing plant-based foods to maximize their nutrient content, and staying true to the holistic wisdom your ancestors practiced. For the full show notes, visit: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/chima Episode Sponsors: Manukora: Use code BEN at manukora.com/ben for a free pack of honey sticks with your order — a $15 value. LeelaQ: Visit http://leelaq.com/ben and use code BEN10 for 10% off. Troov: Save 30% off your first order with code Ben at drinktroov.com/products/BEN. BEAM Minerals: Go to beamminerals.com and use code BEN at checkout for 20% off your order. Kreatures of Habit: Go to kreaturesofhabit.com/ben and use code BGL20 for 20% off your first purchase. IQBAR: Get 20% off all IQBAR products plus FREE shipping by texting BEN to 64000.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Touko 20241h 15min

After years spent self-healing his body from chronic health conditions through biohacking alone, Tim Gray embarked on a mission to educate and empower the masses. As such, he created the Health Optimisation Summit, Europe’s largest health conference, which aims to provide people with the knowledge, tools, and resources to take their health and performance to the next level. In this episode, Tim and I discuss a range of topics, including new technologies and the lineup for the 2024 Health Optimisation Summit, breathwork, mitohormesis (mildly stressing your mitochondria to enhance your health and longevity), peptides, protocols for using methylene blue, my beauty regimen, and much more! So, who is Tim Gray? Tim is known as the UK's leading biohacker and the founder of the fantastic Health Optimisation Summit. The Summit is a world-first collaboration between US-based health titans ​Bulletproof Biohacking Conference and ​Paleof(x), showcasing the best speakers from the health, biohacking, fitness, longevity, nutrition, and functional and preventative medicine spaces. Tim is also the man behind the ​Biohacker London Meetup​ group, a growing global community that laid the foundation in the UK for the Summit’s success. Be sure to join Tim and me in London on June 15–16 at the Health Optimisation Summit 2024 — the ultimate gathering for anyone passionate about biohacking, wellness, and living their best life. You can grab your tickets here! For the full show notes, visit: BenGreenfieldLife.com/biohackertim Episode Sponsors: Vuori: Go to vuori.com/BEN for 20% off your first purchase and free shipping on orders over $75. Jigsaw Health: Visit JigsawAC.com and use "Greenfield10" to get 10% off on your order.  Joovv: Go to Joovv.com/ben and apply code BEN for an exclusive discount. LVLUP Health: Go to lvluphealth.com/BGL for a special discount on their game-changing range of products. BIOptimizers Mushroom Breakthrough: Go to bioptimizers.com/ben and enter promo code BEN10 to get 10% off any orderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Touko 20241h 10min

On a recent three-week tour of India, I had the pleasure of meeting a host of individuals making a huge impact on the country's health and wellness scene. Today, I'm thrilled to have a guest on the show who I knew was a kindred spirit from the moment I met him. Ritesh Bawri, a successful Indian businessman, shares my dedication to health by walking 10,000 steps daily, adhering to an ancestral sleep schedule, and opting for ghee over vegetable oil at restaurants. In this episode, you'll discover Ritesh's health journey, insights on managing India's air pollution, the value of Ayurveda, the impact of seed oils on health, spirituality's role in longevity, and much more. So, who is Ritesh exactly? Ritesh is a fourth-generation entrepreneur and the founder of Breathe Again, a global platform that helps successful people learn to live a long and healthy life. He has an impressive track record, having built and sold several businesses in the construction industry valued at over $1 billion. Eight years ago, Ritesh underwent a remarkable transformation. He lost 60 pounds and reversed type 2 diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and hyperacidity. Since then, he has been on a mission to transform the lives of over 10,000 people from over 20 countries. Ritesh's work has earned him recognition from the highest levels of government and the entertainment industry. He has worked with the Prime Minister of India and six Chief Ministers, as well as actors, actresses, and entrepreneurs. Ritesh is also the author of the book The Amazing Health Transformation, which launched at number two on Amazon's bestselling list, and the host of The Ritesh Bawri Show. For the full show notes, visit: bengreenfieldlife.com/ritesh Episode Sponsors: Ion Layer: Use code GREENFIELD at ionlayer.com/ben for $100 off your kit. Beekeeper's Naturals: Go to beekeepersnaturals.com/BEN or enter code BEN to get 20% off your order. Organifi Shilajit Gummies: Get them now for 20% off at organifi.com/Ben. CAROL Bike: Visit carolbike.com/ben today and get $250 off your order. KetoneIQ: Save 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ at Ketone.com/BENG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Touko 20241h 1min

Interested in reclaiming your youthful appearance but terrified by the thought of a plastic surgeon transforming your face into a botched job fit for reality TV? In today's episode, explore how to achieve natural-looking results and rejuvenate your appearance through facial plastic surgery and other effective anti-aging strategies with Dr. Cameron Chesnut, a renowned facial plastic surgeon.  People from all corners of the globe seek Dr. Cameron's astonishing, high-impact outcomes from minimally invasive procedures that leave his patients looking natural, rejuvenated, and seemingly untouched. He is known globally for his progressive use of regenerative medicine and postoperative recovery techniques, as well as his dedicated personal preparation for performance readiness. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine, and the founder of Clinic 5C — an integrated practice of facial plastic surgery, functional medicine, dermatology, wound care, and cosmetics. Dr. Cameron has been described by the Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress as, "[the] best example of the new generation of modernly trained international surgeons." You can catch my previous episodes with Dr. Cameron by checking out the links below: The Big Beauty Podcast Part 2: Botox & Healthy Botox Alternatives, Liposuction, Hollywood’s “Devil Drug,” Popsicles, Vibrators, Non-Invasive Anti-Aging Protocols & Much More With Dr. Cameron Chesnut. The Big Beauty Podcast: Anti-Aging, Hair Growth, Gray Hair, Baldness, Beauty Myths & Beauty Truths, Dermarolling vs. Microneedling, Scars & Stretch Marks, Testosterone, DHT & Much More With Dr. Cameron Chesnut. For the full show notes, visit: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/cameron3 Episode Sponsors: Troov: Save 30% off your first order with code Ben at drinktroov.com/products/ben. BioStack Labs: Get 15% off your purchase of $100 or more by going to biostack.com/ben15. HVMN: Save 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ at hvmn.com/BENG. Clearlight Sauna: Go to HealwithHeat.com and use code: BEN for a discount and free shipping. Air Doctor: Visit airdoctorpro.com/beng now to save big.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Huhti 202448min

From his earliest years, Hagen Thiers battled relentless adversaries: headaches, dizziness, and the torment of sleepless nights. These problems persisted, and by the time he was 11 years old, he was diagnosed with electro-hypersensitivity. Now an expert and inventor in groundbreaking electromagnetic field (EMF) protection, Hagen joins me on the podcast to share his journey of creating technology that can protect you, your home, and your family from the harmful effects of electromagnetic radiation. Just like him, around 10 percent of Germans live with the debilitating effects of electrosmog. For Hagen, escaping into areas with no electrosmog pollution wasn’t an option. In 2014, he founded Qi-Technologies, named after Hagen's advanced invention, which reduces the strength of electromagnetic fields in its vicinity by depolarizing artificial radiation, such as that emitted by mobile phones, Wi-Fi, and other sources of electrical pollution.  Since 2019, Hagen has been able to show numerous studies validating the effectiveness of Qi technology. Further studies are in progress. With a focus on delivering its products to customers internationally, Qi Technologies has now become Waveguard (use code BENGREENFIELD20 to save 20%). Join Hagen and me as we journey into the world of EMF protection and discover how you can safeguard yourself and your loved ones from the pervasive effects of electromagnetic radiation. For the full show notes, visit: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/waveguardpodcast Episode Sponsors: Mito Red Light: Go to mitoredlight.com and use code BGLIFE to save 5%. Young Goose: Visit younggoose.com and use code BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your first order.  Our Place: Go to fromourplace.com and enter code BEN at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. JoyMode: Go to usejoymode.com/GREENFIELD or enter GREENFIELD at checkout for 20% off your first order.  Organifi Shilajit Gummies: Go to organifi.com/Ben and get 20% off your order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Huhti 20241h 7min