Dr Richard Johnson | The Surprising Science Behind Why We Gain Weight and How We Can Prevent It KKP: 372

Dr Richard Johnson | The Surprising Science Behind Why We Gain Weight and How We Can Prevent It KKP: 372

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Dr. Richard Johnson. He is a professor of medicine at the University of Colorado and is a clinician, educator, and researcher. He is board-certified in internal medicine, infectious diseases, and kidney disease and is the founding editor of Comprehensive Clinical Nephrology, one of the main textbooks on kidney disease. For more than 20 years, he has led research on the cause of obesity and diabetes, with a special interest in the role of sugar (especially fructose) and uric acid. His research has been highly cited, published in top medical journals, and supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health. He is the author of The Sugar Fix and The Fat Switch. Dr. Johnson lives in Colorado with his wife, kids, and two rambunctious puppies. Read Nature Wants Us To Be Fat: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Wants-Fat-Prevent-Reverse-ebook/dp/B097XMY9VG/benazadi-20 In this episode, Dr. Johnson talks about the inspiration behind his uric acid research. He speaks about the correlation between uric acid, fructose, sugar, and inflammation. Plus, he explains why your body would be producing excess uric acid. Later, we discuss why the keto lifestyle is so powerful and the reason burning calories isn’t the purpose behind exercise. Tune in as we dive into the benefits of the ketogenic lifestyle and Dr. Johnson’s latest book, Nature Wants Us To Be Fat. 90 Day Detox Program: http://www.ketokampdetox.com Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. 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 Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use KETOKAMP15 at checkout for 15% off your order. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. [01:00] About Dr. Johnson and The Inspiration Behind His Research Johnson started studying high blood pressure because it’s such a problem in our country. High blood pressure has something to do with the kidneys and salt. A substance called uric acid seems to be important in what causes high blood pressure. As he studied uric acid, he started to realize it was more than just high blood pressure and gout. Uric acid is actually involved in obesity, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes. Eventually, he found that fructose led to an increase in uric acid. [04:20] What Is The Connection Between High Uric Acid and Inflammation? Our body is made up of protein, carbohydrates, fat, bone, etc. Uric acid is considered a waste product. When we eat meats, drink beer, and eat sugar, these foods can generate uric acid. Uric acid is what is excreted from the body. If uric acid is built up, it can lead to inflammation and gout. 9 million people in the United States suffer from gout. A lot of people have low-grade inflammation in their blood. This inflammation can accelerate diseases like atherosclerosis and heart disease. [09:10] Why Is Your Body Producing Excess Uric Acid? If your uric acid is very high, it increases your risk for mortality. Plus, uric acid is being linked to cancer. Uric acid is involved in the process to make fat. When you eat enough fructose, it triggers uric acid. The body switches from making a lot of ATP to storing the energy in fat. Uric acid is actually important in survival. Humans are very sensitive to fructose. Fructose is in table sugar and high fructose table sugar. [24:20] Why The Keto Lifestyle Is So Powerful Our bodies can make fructose. Potatoes and rice do not contain fructose, but they contain what we call high glycemic carbs, it triggers this response in your body to make fructose. You will start making fructose in response to these carbs. That's why carbs are driving obesity dramatically. The keto diet is powerful because it blocks these two major food groups: fructose and high glycemic carbs. [29:30] The Benefits You Get From Exercise When you exercise, you do things that help the mitochondria regenerate. If the mitochondria regenerate, they can go back to normal. When the function of the mitochondria improves, your energy improves. You can diet all you want, but if your mitochondria are bad, you will also go back to your original weight. When you’re young and gain weight, you can lose it much easier. [38:55] One of the Many Benefits of A Ketogenic Lifestyle When you eat sugar, you have to absorb the sugar. The ability to absorb sugar varies from person to person. If you're eating sugar every day, you're going to absorb the sugar very fast. When you put an animal on a high sugar diet, it will learn how to absorb it fast and absorb it very efficiently. If you don't eat sugar, those transport systems to transport the sugar into the body get turned off. [43:35] The Importance of Oxygen For Creating Energy When you make ATP in the mitochondria, you use oxygen. One of the main reasons we need oxygen is for our mitochondria to make the energy we need. If we don't have enough oxygen, we can't make energy very well. Our body likes to use glucose as fuel. Insulin resistance reduces the amount of glucose that gets into our muscles, liver, and fat. Much of the brain does not require insulin to move glucose in. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Dr. Johnson’s Website: https://drrichardjohnson.com/ Follow Dr. Johnson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-johnson-436b8560/ Read Nature Wants Us To Be Fat: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Wants-Fat-Prevent-Reverse-ebook/dp/B097XMY9VG/benazadi-20 Get The Sugar Fix: The High-Fructose Fallout That Is Making You Fat and Sick: https://www.amazon.com/Sugar-Fix-High-Fructose-Fallout-Making-ebook/dp/B0017SWT5S/benazadi-20 Get all of Dr. Johnson’s books: https://drrichardjohnson.com/books/ Join theKeto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a WatchKeto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ 90 Day Detox Program: http://www.ketokampdetox.com Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. 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 Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use KETOKAMP15 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. 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#1127  The 5 “Healthy” Butter Brands That Are Secretly Poisoning You (And the 2 That Heal Your Metabolism) With Ben Azadi

#1127 The 5 “Healthy” Butter Brands That Are Secretly Poisoning You (And the 2 That Heal Your Metabolism) With Ben Azadi

Not all butter is created equal. In this episode, Ben Azadi exposes the hidden truth behind popular butter brands that secretly contain toxic seed oils, rancid fats, and additives that damage your metabolism, hormones, and gut health. You’ll discover: The 5 butter brands silently wrecking your health (and why) The 2 clean, grass-fed butters that actually help you burn fat How oxidized fats can stay in your body for years, blocking fat loss The truth about “natural flavor” and “spreadable” labels How to store and use real butter for better energy and metabolic health Plus, Ben shares how to detox from bad fats, the best ghee brand, and why avoiding seed oils is non-negotiable for optimal wellness. 👉 Download your free 7-Day Fat-Burning Breakfast Guide at https://bit.ly/470SyMA  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

15 Okt 15min

#1126 What Really Happens When You Eat Nothing for 5 Days: The Truth About Fasting, Autophagy, and Cellular Healing With Ben Azadi

#1126 What Really Happens When You Eat Nothing for 5 Days: The Truth About Fasting, Autophagy, and Cellular Healing With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi, best-selling author of Keto Flex, shares the results of his five-day water fast — no food, no coffee, no shakes, only water and minerals. What began as a personal experiment turned into a deep physical, mental, and spiritual transformation. Ben walks you through what happens inside the body at each stage of fasting — from autophagy and ketone productionto dopamine reset, stem cell regeneration, and immune system renewal. You’ll learn how fasting can help you heal, boost focus, enhance energy, and even reset your relationship with food. He also explains exactly how to break a long fast safely, when women should fast based on their cycle, and how to prepare your body for success. 👉 Download Ben’s free Keto Egg Fast Protocol to accelerate fat loss and reset your metabolism: https://bit.ly/4h5S4cB  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

14 Okt 22min

#1125 Stop Aging In Its Tracks! The Incredible Longevity Molecule You’ve Never Heard Of with Dr. Andrew Salzman

#1125 Stop Aging In Its Tracks! The Incredible Longevity Molecule You’ve Never Heard Of with Dr. Andrew Salzman

What if the key to slowing down aging, restoring energy, and feeling truly alive again came down to one powerful molecule inside your cells? In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Harvard-trained NAD+ researcher Dr. Andrew Salzman to uncover the hidden role of NAD+—the molecule that fuels your metabolism, hormones, and overall vitality. Dr. Salzman breaks down why NAD+ levels drop as we age—and how that decline drives fatigue, inflammation, and hormonal chaos. You’ll learn how to naturally restore your NAD+ through ketogenic eating, fasting, and smart supplementation, along with simple habits that can help you recharge from the inside out. This conversation blends science and soul—packed with practical takeaways, inspiring personal stories, and even a discussion on the power of gratitude in longevity. If you’re ready to boost your energy, sharpen your mind, and age vibrantly, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. 🔗 Links and Resources: Purchase Wonderfeel Products Here: www.benazadi.com/wonderfeel (Coupon code: FREEDOM) 1️⃣ You must enter shipping details before the promo code FREEDOM works. 2️⃣ Then click “Longevity Access” and enter the code FREEDOM for your discount. Subscribe & save $15 off the one-time price, plus get a $20 credit for your next subscription delivery. Valid: October 13th – 20th 2025 Wonderfeel on Instagram Download Ben’s free guide: “How to Lose 10 Pounds of Fat in 7 Days” 👉https://bit.ly/4he0COU  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

13 Okt 54min

#1124 The 3 Science-Backed Habits That Can Naturally Reverse Failing Eyesight and Restore 20-20 Vision — Without Glasses or Surgery -With Ben Azadi

#1124 The 3 Science-Backed Habits That Can Naturally Reverse Failing Eyesight and Restore 20-20 Vision — Without Glasses or Surgery -With Ben Azadi

If your vision keeps getting worse every year, this episode could change everything. Ben Azadi reveals three powerful, science-backed ways to naturally support and even improve eyesight — no glasses or surgery required. You’ll discover: 🔴 Red Light Recharging — how a few minutes of 670nm red light in the morning can recharge your retinal mitochondria and improve color contrast by up to 20%. 👁️ Optimized Blinking — the simple blinking routine proven to strengthen your tear film, reduce dryness, and sharpen vision. 🥑 The Eye Nutrient Trinity — key nutrients like lutein, zeaxanthin, omega-3s, and antioxidants that protect your retina and prevent age-related decline. Plus, Ben shares bonus tips on astaxanthin, bilberry extract, and how to protect your eyes from screen time with blue light blockers. Download Ben’s free guide: “How to Lose 10 Pounds of Fat in 7 Days” 👉https://bit.ly/4he0COU  👉Bon Charge: https://boncharge.com/?aff-view=ketokamp& 👉Glasses: https://vivarays.com/ketokamp 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

12 Okt 16min

#1123 Why You Keep Waking Up at 3 A.M.—And the 1 Tablespoon Sleep Trick That Lowers Cortisol Instantly | With Ben Azadi

#1123 Why You Keep Waking Up at 3 A.M.—And the 1 Tablespoon Sleep Trick That Lowers Cortisol Instantly | With Ben Azadi

If you keep waking up at 3 a.m. with your heart racing and your mind wired — it’s not a sleep problem. It’s a cortisol problem. In this episode, Ben Azadi explains the real reason behind nighttime cortisol spikes and how one simple tablespoon of raw honey and sea salt can calm your nervous system and help you fall back asleep fast. You’ll learn: Why waking between 1–3 a.m. signals liver stress and unstable blood sugar How cortisol blocks melatonin, disrupts fat burning, and triggers inflammation The exact honey + sea salt protocol to balance blood sugar and reduce cortisol The power of adding magnesium and gratitude (Vitamin G) for deeper sleep 5 root-cause fixes to heal your liver, balance hormones, and stop waking up at night Ben also shares a free guide revealing the “healthy” vegetables silently inflaming your body and slowing fat loss. 🔥 Download Ben’s Free Guide: “5 Vegetables You Must Avoid to Burn Fat and Heal Your Gut” 👉 Click here: https://bit.ly/3KLVhC8  🧂 Sea Salt:www.ketokampsalt.com  🍯Unfiltered Honey: https://amzn.to/4q5Hzdm  💊Magnesium: https://bioptimizers.com/ketokamp  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

11 Okt 15min

#1122 Why You’re Probably Fasting the Wrong Way (and the One Fix That Skyrockets Fat Loss) — With Ben Azadi

#1122 Why You’re Probably Fasting the Wrong Way (and the One Fix That Skyrockets Fat Loss) — With Ben Azadi

Most people fast to lose fat—but they’re missing one key piece that can boost results by 33%. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down the science of fasted exercise, how to activate your body’s fat-burning switch (AMPK), and why movement during fasting is the real catalyst for transformation. You’ll learn: Why exercising before breakfast burns significantly more fat The 5 physiological benefits of fasted workouts (from insulin drops to autophagy) The best exercises to do in a fasted state (for men and women) What to drink before your workout without breaking your fast The ideal way to break your fast for continued fat-burning Common mistakes that stall progress—and how to fix them Ben also shares his 3-Day Fasted Exercise Reset Protocol and a free bonus guide — the Keto Egg Fast Protocol — to accelerate results and reboot your metabolism. 📘 Mentioned in This Episode Keto Flex by Ben Azadi: https://a.co/d/0Ysw8e7  Favorite Coffee: https://partners.puritycoffee.com/KETOKAMP  Favorite Green Tea: https://amzn.to/45VbWfa  Free Keto Egg Fast Guide: https://bit.ly/4q2MKuJ  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

10 Okt 17min

#1121 The Hidden Vitamin That Destroys Cortisol, Boosts Fat Loss, and Heals Your Body in Minutes — With Ben Azadi

#1121 The Hidden Vitamin That Destroys Cortisol, Boosts Fat Loss, and Heals Your Body in Minutes — With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals a powerful, free, and natural hack that can lower cortisol — your body’s main stress hormone, in just five minutes. Instead of relying on pills, supplements, or workouts, Ben shares the science behind Vitamin G  also known as gratitude,  and how it instantly shifts your body from stress to healing mode. You’ll learn how feeling gratitude (not just thinking it) boosts oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine, while lowering inflammation, blood pressure, and belly fat. Ben also explains how gratitude rewires your brain’s Reticular Activating System (RAS) so you start seeing blessings instead of stress. He walks you through his 5-minute Vitamin G protocol to calm your nervous system, balance hormones, and feel lighter,  all while improving your metabolism and longevity. 🧭 Recommended Tools 👉Oura Ring (to track Heart Rate Variability) — https://ouraring.com/discount/6e9615cebf?utm_medium=iac_raf  👉KetoFlex Book by Ben Azadi — http://www.ketoflexbook.com  👉 Download Ben’s Free 7-Day Protocol: Lose 1 Pound of Fat Per Day Get it here: https://bit.ly/46EpDiD  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

9 Okt 17min

#1120 This Forgotten Sweetener Could Be the Key to Fixing Your Metabolism and Burning Fat Effortlessly — With Ben Azadi

#1120 This Forgotten Sweetener Could Be the Key to Fixing Your Metabolism and Burning Fat Effortlessly — With Ben Azadi

If you’re eating clean but still storing belly fat, insulin resistance—not willpower—is the real culprit. In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals a surprising metabolic secret: blackstrap molasses. Discover how this nutrient-dense sweetener can help balance blood sugar, lower insulin spikes, and support fat loss naturally. Learn the science behind it, the proper dose and timing, and why pairing it with a post-meal walk can double your results. 🎧 Tune in to learn the “molasses trick” that Big Pharma doesn’t want you to know—and start unlocking true metabolic freedom today. 👉 Download Ben’s free guide “Better Than Ozempic” here:https://bit.ly/3Wm43cy  👉Organic blackstrap molasses (in a glass jar) - https://amzn.to/4o8p0n6  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

8 Okt 14min

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