James Swanwick | How Alcohol Impacts Your Body & Brain, Dangers of Junk Light, & The Healing Benefits of Gratitude KKP: 467

James Swanwick | How Alcohol Impacts Your Body & Brain, Dangers of Junk Light, & The Healing Benefits of Gratitude KKP: 467

Today, I am blessed to have here with me James Swanwick. He is an Australian-American entrepreneur who helps casual drinkers reduce or quit alcohol. He is also an investor, speaker, journalist, and former ESPN SportsCenter anchor and Hollywood correspondent. He has coached thousands of people to improve their lives and performance by adopting an alcohol-free lifestyle. He is the author of The 30-Day No-Alcohol Challenge: Your Simple Guide to Easily Reduce or Quit Alcohol and the creator of Project 90, an online program providing support and coaching for individuals eliminating alcohol from their lives. He is also the host of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle Podcast, launched in June 2020, with 22 episodes currently featured on iTunes and Spotify. And the James Swanwick Show, with 330 episodes and 2 million downloads. A sleep evangelist, James is the co-founder (with his brother Tristan Swanwick) of the popular health brand Swanwick Sleep, which produces blue light-blocking glasses to improve well-being and sleep quality. The company has sold more than 150,000 pairs of its “Swannies” glasses, which are worn by pro-athletes in the NFL, MLB, and NBA. The product has been featured on the Kelly Ripa Show, the Today Show, and in Forbes and are recommended by some of America’s top sleep doctors. In his early career as a journalist, Swanwick was a reporter for Rupert Murdoch’s News Ltd, reporting on worldwide news, politics, business, and entertainment for newspapers, including The Courier-Mail and News of the World. His journalistic work has been featured in media, including the New York Times, Associated Press, Wall Street Journal, Sydney Morning Herald, Daily Telegraph, The Sun, and The Courier-Mail. From 2010 to 2012, James was an ESPN SportsCenter anchor. Prior to that, he spent eight years working as a Hollywood correspondent, interviewing celebrities like Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, George Clooney, Bradley Cooper, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, and world leaders, including former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. In 2015, Forbes Magazine included James in its 25 Professional Networking Experts To Watch. In this episode, James dives into why he decided to stop drinking alcohol. He speaks about all the health benefits he experienced when he quit drinking and how it has changed his life forever. James talks about navigating peer pressure when it comes to alcohol consumption and how easy it can be to live a life without alcohol. Plus, James gives all sorts of tips and tricks on getting a better night’s sleep. Tune in as we chat about the importance of gratitude, why you should ditch artificial light at night, and the reasons you need light-blocking glasses for both day and nighttime wear. Get Swanwick Sleep glasses and products here: https://www.bn10strk.com/B26MC9C8S/55M6S/?uid=255 use the coupon code ketokamp for a nice discount on your entire order! 💻 Register for our FREE upcoming 7 day keto challenge: http://www.ketokampchallenge.com Message me on Instagram www.instagram.com/thebenazadi with the word ENERGY to learn more about coaching from me. / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code KETOKAMP15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Upgraded Formulas Upgraded Magnesium & Charge Electrolyte Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use KK15 at checkout for 15% off your order. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. [00:55] How James Swanwick Helps People Feel Better By Quitting Alcohol In 30 days of not drinking, James lost 13 pounds, slept better, looked better, and got a job on ESPN. After 30 days, James decided to stop drinking altogether; that was 12 years ago. Now that he doesn’t drink, he has created a business to help people sleep better and to help people stop drinking. Even a seemingly innocent glass of alcohol each night has detrimental effects on your life. Any amount of alcohol each night is enough to cause brain damage. [07:10] Saying No To Peer Pressure and Alcohol Consumption The social pressure to drink is high. However, it is becoming lower. There is a worldwide movement of people becoming alcohol conscious. Millennials have never drunk less in their entire life. In fact, alcohol has a real image problem at the moment. Remember, 93% of all communication is body language. Go through life being open and relaxed; that way, people don’t harass you to drink. [15:05] Do You Struggle With Instant Gratification? Get Rid of Temptations An alcohol buzz is a short-term pleasure. We should look at our life and make long-term choices. Long-term pleasure is so much more pleasurable and rewarding. We all have to sacrifice something; should we sacrifice short-term rewards for long-term enjoyment? James will sacrifice short-term pleasure for long-term gain. The choices that you made six years ago can pay off today. [19:20] Is It Possible To Drink Alcohol and Get A Good Night’s Sleep? Any amount of alcohol close to bedtime is going to disrupt your sleep. When you’re tired, you tend to seek out sugary foods to give yourself an energy spike. You are better off having alcohol for breakfast than at nighttime. That way, your body can work on getting rid of toxins during the day. There is a direct correlation between alcohol drinking and weight gain. Also, alcohol will destroy energy levels. [23:40] What A Lack of Sleep Is Doing To Your Body and Mind When you are tired, you are miserable. While on the other hand, when you sleep well, everything feels so much better. If you want to feel better, you need to put a premium on your sleep. Don’t drink alcohol at night, don’t eat before bedtime, and don’t look at screens before bedtime. Sleeping above 69 degrees is compromising your sleep. When we have compromised sleep, we are not repairing and restoring. Putting a high focus and premium on optimizing your sleep is critical. [29:30] Ditch Artificial Light and Live By Candlelight During The Night Any artificial light at night compromises your sleep. Light will suppress your body’s melatonin release. Blocking artificial light is imperative to ensure you have a good night’s sleep. The best thing you can do at night is to live by candlelight. Flame does not suppress your body’s melatonin production. [35:40] Why You Need Both Clear Lens Glasses and Orange Lens Glasses Clear lens blue light-blocking glasses will filter blue light and are recommended for daytime computer use. At nighttime, you should switch to orange lens blue light-blocking glasses to ensure you block all the blue light responsible for suppressing melatonin production. Orange lens glasses will help you sleep better for nighttime use. You need both daytime glasses and orange lens glasses. [39:25] Gratitude Changes Your Brain: Giving Thanks Can Make You Happier James will write down twenty things he is grateful for each morning. Science shows that living a life of appreciation instead of expectation will result in lower stress and anxiety levels. It can be challenging to think of 20 things each morning. However, you will realize how many things you must be grateful for. What you feed energy to will expand. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out James Swanwick’s Website: https://www.jamesswanwick.com/ Get Swanwick Sleep glasses and products here: https://www.bn10strk.com/B26MC9C8S/55M6S/?uid=255 use the coupon code ketokamp for a nice discount on your entire order! Swan Vitality: https://www.swanvitality.com/ Follow James Swanwick Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesSwanwickOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesswanwick YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jamesswanwick1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesswanwick/ Snapchat: https://www.jamesswanwick.com/snapchat/ Join the Keto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a Watch Keto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code KETOKAMP15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Upgraded Formulas Upgraded Magnesium Supplement: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use KK15 at checkout for 15% off your order. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

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#1192 Here’s EXACTLY How I’d Reverse Insulin Resistance in 2026, Restore Fat Burning, and Heal Your Metabolism for Good With Ben Azadi

#1192 Here’s EXACTLY How I’d Reverse Insulin Resistance in 2026, Restore Fat Burning, and Heal Your Metabolism for Good With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi shares the exact protocol he would follow to reverse insulin resistance, based on his own transformation and work with thousands of clients. This is a no-fluff, science-backed blueprint focused on lowering insulin, reducing inflammation, restoring fat burning, and removing the real blocks preventing weight loss and metabolic healing. What You’ll Learn Why insulin resistance is a hormonal and cellular communication problem, not a calorie issue How eating too close to bedtime disrupts fat burning, sleep, and insulin sensitivity The inflammatory fats and seed oils silently driving insulin resistance and belly fat Why toxins and obesogens create weight loss resistance and stall progress How to detox safely without sabotaging fat loss The keto + KetoFlex strategy to restore metabolic flexibility The weekly 5-1-1 fasting framework that prevents plateaus Why protein and muscle are critical for blood sugar control The simplest habit that lowers glucose after meals How identity and mindset directly influence metabolic healing FREE GUIDE:  How To Lose 1 Pound Of Fat Per Day - https://bit.ly/4s3Trh2  YOUR COMPLETE STEP-BY-STEP FAT-BURNING PLAN: https://bit.ly/3N4ioZE  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom todayhttp://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Air Purifier: https://Benazadi.com/jaspr  Essential Oils: https://Ketokampoils.com  Seed Oil Card: https://Seedoilcard.com  Trulyfree home detergent: https://click.trulyfreehome.com/aff_c?offer_id=250&aff_id=2489  🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

21 Joulu 27min

#1191 If You Knew What Food Whistleblowers Exposed, You’d Never Shop the Same Way Again: The Hidden Truth Behind Big Food, Inflammation, and Metabolic Disease With Ben Azadi

#1191 If You Knew What Food Whistleblowers Exposed, You’d Never Shop the Same Way Again: The Hidden Truth Behind Big Food, Inflammation, and Metabolic Disease With Ben Azadi

In this powerful episode, Ben Azadi exposes what whistleblowers, federal inspectors, and factory workers have revealed about the modern food system and why it is directly contributing to inflammation, insulin resistance, and metabolic disease. Drawing from firsthand reports, Ben explains how speed, profit, and scale inside Big Food allow contamination, unsafe practices, and deceptive labeling to reach grocery store shelves. From high-speed meat inspection failures to baby formula plant sanitation scandals, this episode reveals why blindly trusting the system puts your health at risk. More importantly, Ben shares a simple, actionable grocery store framework to help you protect your metabolism, reduce inflammation, and make smarter food choices starting today. You will learn how to identify clean proteins, avoid ultra-processed foods, decode ingredient labels, and prioritize what matters most if you are on a budget. This episode is both a wake-up call and a roadmap to reclaim control of your health, your food, and your metabolic future. FREE GUIDE:  The World’s Easiest Breakfast Diet - https://bit.ly/4s6RAYN  YOUR COMPLETE STEP-BY-STEP FAT-BURNING PLAN - https://bit.ly/4qjQ2ZZ  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 👉Meat: https://benazadi.com/meat  👉https://eatwild.com  👉https://localharvest.org  👉https://farmmatch.com  🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

20 Joulu 18min

#1190 This Is Your Wake-Up Call: The Identity Shift You Must Make to Fix Your Metabolism, Reclaim Your Health, and Stop Aging Into Disease With Ben Azadi

#1190 This Is Your Wake-Up Call: The Identity Shift You Must Make to Fix Your Metabolism, Reclaim Your Health, and Stop Aging Into Disease With Ben Azadi

This episode is a powerful wake-up call about health, metabolism, and personal responsibility. Ben Azadi explains that true transformation does not start with diet plans or workout routines, but with identity and decision. Most people are stuck not because they lack information, but because their self-image is broken. Symptoms like belly fat, fatigue, brain fog, cravings, inflammation, and poor sleep are not signs of aging. They are metabolic warning signals asking for change. Ben shares his personal story of pain, depression, and healing, reminding listeners that motivation does not create change. A committed decision does. The episode walks through five life-changing questions that help reprogram identity, followed by a simple wake-up protocol focused on daily non-negotiables, future visualization, and upgrading your environment. This message challenges listeners to stop “trying,” take responsibility, and make today Day One, not someday. FREE GUIDE: How To Lose Fat 1 Pound Of Fat Per Day - https://bit.ly/4j45Yxa  🔥YOUR COMPLETE STEP-BY-STEP FAT-BURNING PLAN : https://bit.ly/3MAYF3H  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

19 Joulu 19min

#1189 1 Tablespoon of This Overlooked Sugar May Lower Insulin Resistance, Calm Blood Sugar Spikes, and Help Melt Stubborn Belly Fat Naturally With Ben Azadi

#1189 1 Tablespoon of This Overlooked Sugar May Lower Insulin Resistance, Calm Blood Sugar Spikes, and Help Melt Stubborn Belly Fat Naturally With Ben Azadi

What if a specific type of sugar could actually help your metabolism instead of harming it? In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down surprising human research showing how organic blackstrap molasses, when used strategically, may lower post-meal blood sugar and insulin spikes, support insulin sensitivity, and help with stubborn belly fat. This is not about eating more sugar, but about using the right kind, in the right way. What You’ll Learn Why insulin resistance is the real driver of belly fat and cravings How most people can be insulin resistant long before labs show it What makes blackstrap molasses different from regular sugar Human studies showing reduced glucose and insulin spikes with molasses How molasses polyphenols slow carb digestion and reduce glycemic impact Why context, timing, and pairing matter more than calories The exact way to use molasses without sabotaging fat loss FREE GUIDE: Lose 10 Pounds in 7 Days - https://bit.ly/3MDMh2T 📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 👉Olive Oil: https://benazadi.com/oliveoil  👉Molasses: https://amzn.to/4o8p0n6  🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

18 Joulu 20min

#1188 9 Silent Signs of Heart Failure Most People Ignore Until It’s Too Late and How to Protect Your Heart Before Damage Is Done With Ben Azadi

#1188 9 Silent Signs of Heart Failure Most People Ignore Until It’s Too Late and How to Protect Your Heart Before Damage Is Done With Ben Azadi

Heart failure rarely shows up suddenly. In most cases, it develops quietly through subtle symptoms that are easy to ignore. In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals nine silent warning signs of early heart failure, explains why they occur, and shares practical, natural strategies to support heart and metabolic health before serious damage occurs. Heart failure is the leading threat to longevity, and the body often whispers long before it screams. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why nighttime shortness of breath can be an early heart failure warning How needing extra pillows to sleep signals fluid buildup in the lungs The connection between swollen ankles, rapid weight gain, and fluid retention Why a persistent cough, fatigue, or brain fog may point to heart dysfunction How irregular heartbeats and digestive symptoms relate to cardiac stress Simple prevention strategies to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and support heart function Key labs and tests to discuss with your doctor for early detection How metabolic health, sleep, nutrition, and movement directly impact heart longevity FREE GUIDE: Better Than Ozempic - https://bit.ly/4pxDyhe  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 👉Magnesium: https://amzn.to/3Ux3AmY  👉SomniFix: https://benazadi.com/somnifix  🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

17 Joulu 16min

#1187 How to Lose 30+ Pounds of Fat in 30 Days by Fixing Inflammation, Resetting Your Metabolism, and Unlocking Cellular Fat Burning With Ben Azadi

#1187 How to Lose 30+ Pounds of Fat in 30 Days by Fixing Inflammation, Resetting Your Metabolism, and Unlocking Cellular Fat Burning With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the exact 30-day metabolic reset protocol he used to lose over 80 pounds of real body fat and keep it off long term. This is not about calorie restriction or excessive workouts. It is about removing inflammation and restoring fat-burning at the cellular level so your metabolism can finally work for you. Ben explains why most diets fail, how inflammation blocks fat loss, and walks you step by step through a proven protocol that can help you lose up to 30 pounds of fat in 30 days. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why weight gain is not a calorie problem but an inflammation problem How inflamed cells block fat-burning hormones The 18-6 intermittent fasting schedule plus a weekly 24-hour fast The 3 dietary exchanges that dramatically lower insulin and inflammation Which foods and oils are silently wrecking your metabolism How to use ketosis and fasting together for metabolic flexibility Why sleep burns more fat than the gym The importance of minerals during rapid fat loss How walking after meals lowers insulin spikes How cold therapy activates fat-burning brown fat Why mindset and gratitude (Vitamin G) directly impact inflammation and fat loss FREE GUIDE: The World’s Easiest Breakfast Diet  - https://bit.ly/4iTrnZH  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 👉Minerals: https://benazadi.com/beam   👉Electrolytes: https://ketokampsalt.com  use code AZADI 👉Magnesium: https://amzn.to/3Ux3AmY  🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

16 Joulu 25min

#1186 Aging Isn’t the Problem – The Shocking Metabolic Upgrade Women Over 40 Need with Dr. Mindy Pelz

#1186 Aging Isn’t the Problem – The Shocking Metabolic Upgrade Women Over 40 Need with Dr. Mindy Pelz

What if aging didn’t mean decline, burnout, or stubborn weight gain but a powerful metabolic and neurological upgrade? In this in-studio episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to discuss her brand new book Age Like a Girl and share science backed strategies for women over 40 who want better metabolic health, sustainable fat loss, and hormonal balance. Dr. Mindy reframes aging as a biological initiation rather than a breakdown, explaining why stubborn belly fat, fatigue, and stress resistance are signals of adaptation, not failure. Together, Ben and Mindy break down simple but powerful habits that lower cortisol, restore insulin sensitivity, and help women shift from survival mode into strength. This conversation explores fasting rhythms for women over 40, the neurochemical changes of menopause, why walking is one of the most underrated metabolic tools, and how environment and relationships directly influence fat loss and healing. It is both deeply scientific and profoundly human. If you are feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, frustrated with your body, or ready to embrace the next chapter of your health with clarity and confidence, this episode is a must listen. Key Topics Covered Why fat gain is a protective intelligence, not a failure How walking lowers cortisol and restores nervous system balance Eating only during daylight for better insulin signaling The most effective fasting rhythm for women over 40 Carnivore fasting and why it accelerates fat loss safely Estrogen loss and the shift to ketone based metabolism Dopamine, motivation, and the neurochemistry of menopause Why environment and relationships affect metabolic success Menopause as a neurological and emotional initiation Why self prioritization is essential for long term health  🔗 Links and Resources Mentioned 📘 Age Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz Get it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Like-Girl-Menopause-Confidence/dp/1401975569 Also available wherever books are sold — hardcover, Kindle, Audible, and Spotify audiobook (narrated by Dr. Mindy Pelz). 📺 Watch the full video episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi 🌐 Learn more about Ben Azadi https://www.benazadi.com 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

15 Joulu 58min

#1185 This 10-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset Fixed My Sleep, Gut, Cortisol, and Stubborn Belly Fat After Years of Diet Failure With Ben Azadi

#1185 This 10-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset Fixed My Sleep, Gut, Cortisol, and Stubborn Belly Fat After Years of Diet Failure With Ben Azadi

Ben Azadi shares the exact 10-day anti-inflammatory reset that helped him calm cortisol, improve sleep, heal his gut, reduce anxiety, and finally lose stubborn belly fat after years of doing “everything right” and getting worse results. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why late-night eating is one of the fastest ways to increase inflammation How an 18:6 eating schedule lowers cortisol and inflammatory markers Why protein intake is critical for fat loss and metabolic health How temporarily lowering carbs supports ketosis and inflammation reduction The role of apple cider vinegar in blood sugar and insulin control Why high-quality coffee and olive oil can accelerate fat burning How walking after meals improves glucose control more than medication Why electrolytes, minerals, sunlight, and grounding are essential How a 24-hour fast completes the metabolic reset through autophagy This episode is not about restriction or extremes. It’s about removing interference so your body can heal itself. FREE GUIDE: 5 Vegetables You Must Avoid To Lose Weight & Belly Fat - https://bit.ly/4aealmK  👉Magnesium: https://amzn.to/3Ux3AmY  👉Redmond’s Re-Lyte Electrolytes: https://ketokampsalt.com  use code AZADI 👉Olive Oil: https://Benazadi.com/oliveoil  👉Coffee: https://Puritycoffee.com/benazadi  20% off 👉Apple Cider Vinegar: https://benazadi.com/acv  15% off  👉Protein: https://Equipfoods.com/benazadi  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

14 Joulu 25min

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