Megan Hall | Artificial Sweeteners & Sugar Replacements on Keto, The Good The Bad The Ugly, Fasting for Gut Health & More! KKP: 524
Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi18 Jan 2023

Megan Hall | Artificial Sweeteners & Sugar Replacements on Keto, The Good The Bad The Ugly, Fasting for Gut Health & More! KKP: 524

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Megan Hall. She received her BS in Exercise Biology and MS in Nutritional Biology at UC Davis where her research focused on the effects of low carbohydrate and ketogenic diets on longevity and health span in mice. This episode originally aired in July 2021. She currently works as Scientific Director at Nourish Balance Thrive, an online health coaching company helping people achieve optimal health and peak performance. In her free time Megan enjoys reading, strength training, and hiking in the Colorado mountains. In this episode, Megan opens up the show by explaining why she wanted to learn more about nutritional and lifestyle interventions for optimal health. Even if you are making the necessary lifestyle changes, you can still be facing health issues. Megan explains why you may want to consider the gut as the reason you are having problems. Plus, Megan talks about how both physical and emotional stress can impact our gut health, and she gives tips on avoiding stress during mealtime. Tune in as we chat about overcoming acid reflux, the impact keto and fasting have on gut health, and whether or not you should give up drinking coffee. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough Special Offer: http://www.magbreakthrough.com/ketokamp Use the coupon code ketokamp10 for 10% off AND a special gift. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. [00:35] Why Megan Got Started In The Health Space In college, Megan became interested in functional medicine. She wanted to know more about how lifestyle and nutrition play a role in chronic diseases. Plus, Megan was becoming frustrated with conventional medical school education. Instead of pharmaceutical education, Megan wanted to learn more about helping people implement impactful nutritional and lifestyle interventions. Now, Megan works at Nourish Balance Thrive. She helps people achieve optimal health and performance. [06:15] You Made Necessary Lifestyle Changes But Something Is Still Wrong Megan will help people who already have changed their diets, and their sleep is on point. However, there are still health issues. In this case, Megan says something is going on in the gut. Intestinal permeability or dysbiosis could be causing health issues. A stool test and targeted supplementation can fix the gut problem. There isn’t a perfect stool test, unfortunately. [09:40] Mental Emotional Stress Impacts Not Just Our Digestive Health, But Also Our Overall Health There are different ways that stress can impact the gut. Both physical and emotional stress can have consequences. The elevation of stress hormones can cause direct inflammation and lead to further gut-derived inflammation. Stress hormones can potentially even lead to food intolerance if gut permeability is involved. Also, stress can directly impact digestion and nutrient absorption. Our bodies are not designed to digest food while we are under stress. Plus, stress can lead to making poor food choices. Stress can also increase motility and fluid reabsorption in the gut. Take deep breaths before eating – it will bring your body back into the parasympathetic state. [16:05] Eating Before Bed: It Can Affect Digestion, Sleep, And Your Circadian Rhythm The body expects food to come during the day. Eating inherently increases our energy output and our body temperature. A drop in body temperature is one of the biggest signs or signals for our bodies to go to sleep. If you’re eating before bed, you’re not able to cool your body temperature down to increase melatonin. Sleep should be a time of rest and repair. If we are digesting while sleeping, it can cause issues. Plus, our gut microbes have their own circadian rhythms. [19:45] Megan Reveals Tips For Overcoming Acid Reflux Avoid really large meals. Some people have specific food triggers that cause acid reflux. Don’t eat close to bedtime. If you’re doing everything right, look at what's going on at the level of the gut to see if there's small intestinal dysbiosis. [21:35] How Ketosis Can Impact Your Gut Health It makes sense from an evolutionary lens that our guts evolved to have this metabolic flexibility to adapt to different food resources available at a given time. There is some recent evidence in animals that butyrate may help enhance sleep. Butyrate also seems to have some anti-inflammatory effects both locally in the gut and then also outside of the gut. [25:00] The Importance of Rotating Foods For Gut Diversity When gut cells use butyrate as a fuel, it's actually converted to ketone bodies. Ketones may help improve gut function and also be used as an alternative fuel source for the gut. Increase gut diversity by rotating which foods you eat. Plus, going in and out of ketosis will also help with gut diversity. [27:25] The Multiple Benefits That Fasting Has On Your Gut Health Longer-term fasting may improve gut barrier function. Improved gut barrier function is associated with reduced relative bacterial abundance. Intermittent fasting or time-restricted eating in your day-to-day life is a good thing. Plus, fasting can give your gut a rest. Strategic fasting is a helpful tool for your toolbox. [38:05] The Problems With Artificial Sweeteners & Which Ones You Should Avoid Monk fruit and stevia are some of the better artificial sweeteners. Whereas aspartame and sucralose are some of the worst. People who consume artificial sweeteners may have higher levels of insulin resistance. Long-term studies in humans looking at artificial sweetener intake that are controlled don't exist. There are a lot of questions that still need to be answered. Artificial sweeteners can potentially impact energy balance. [43:50] How The Carnivore Diet Can Help Heal Your Gut Nutrient-dense whole foods are great for your gut. What diet works for you today may not be helpful for you down the road. Antinutrients in plants can be problematic. They can inhibit nutrient absorption. Some antinutrients will increase intestinal permeability. [48:50] Should You Give Up Coffee For Your Gut Health? Polyphenols in coffee may have a positive effect on the gut microbial ecosystem. However, coffee can be inflammatory. People do not want to give up their coffee. Adding liquid saturated fats to coffee can be making your gut health worse. It can cause significant gut inflammation. If you’re having joint pain, brain fog, or an inability to focus, then coffee could be the issue. We need to appreciate that coffee can have both a positive and a negative effect on our gut health. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Nourish Balance Thrive: https://nourishbalancethrive.com/ Nourish Balance Thrive Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nourish-balance-thrive/id902460252 Read Multi-dimensional roles of ketone bodies in fuel metabolism, signaling, and therapeutics Read The Impact of Artificial Sweeteners on Body Weight Control and Glucose Homeostasis Join theKeto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a WatchKeto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough Special Offer: http://www.magbreakthrough.com/ketokamp Use the coupon code ketokamp10 for 10% off AND a special gift. Text me +1 (786) 364-5002 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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#1137 Doctors MISS This: The 3 Hidden Signs Your Liver Is In Trouble and How to Heal It Naturally — With Ben Azadi

#1137 Doctors MISS This: The 3 Hidden Signs Your Liver Is In Trouble and How to Heal It Naturally — With Ben Azadi

Your liver is your body’s silent superhero—detoxifying, balancing hormones, burning fat, and converting food into energy. Yet, most people (and even doctors) miss the early warning signs of liver distress. In this episode, Ben Azadi uncovers three hidden signs your liver is in trouble, how to fix them naturally, and how to restore your metabolism before it’s too late. ✅Magnesium before bed: http://bioptimizers.com/ketokamp use the code KETOKAMP15 ✅Use a castor oil pack overnight over your liver → http://ketokampoils.com  ✅Supplement: TUDCA from BodyBio:https://bodybio.com/?ref=KETOKAMP  use the code KETOKAMP for 15% off ✅Purity Coffee → http://ketokampcoffee.com  (use code KETOKAMP for 15% off) ✅Fat-Loss Academy:  http://meltfatmethod.com  http://meltfatresults.com ❌5 VEGETABLES YOU MUST AVOID-https://bit.ly/4qkKtLL 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

25 Okt 24min

#1136 3 Fat Loss Hacks That Work So Well They Feel Like Cheating—Science-Backed Secrets to Burn Fat Effortlessly With Ben Azadi

#1136 3 Fat Loss Hacks That Work So Well They Feel Like Cheating—Science-Backed Secrets to Burn Fat Effortlessly With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals three science-backed “cheats” that make fat loss feel effortless — without counting calories, starving, or relying on willpower. These metabolic hacks work with your biology to help you burn fat faster and keep it off. You’ll learn: The Carb Timing Hack: How apple cider vinegar and a short walk after meals blunt glucose spikes and boost fat burning The Protein Precision Rule: Why eating 1 gram of protein per pound of your ideal body weight protects muscle and curbs cravings The Nighttime Cheat: Why closing the kitchen 3 hours before bed can transform your metabolism overnight Plus, Ben shares real-life success stories from the Fat Loss Academy and how you can follow the exact system to reset your metabolism and lose fat on autopilot. 👉Paleo Valley apple cider: https://paleovalley.com/store?pc=pvpartners&oid=25&affid=68  🎯 Join the Fat Loss Academy 🎁 Special bonus: 60-minute live Q&A with Ben for listeners of this episode only. 👉 Join here: http://meltfatmethod.com  🔥HOW TO LOSE 1 POUND OF FAT PER DAY- https://bit.ly/4hquMP0  📗 Ben’s Book – Metabolic Freedom: Learn how to reprogram your cells for fat-burning and longevity: http://www.MetabolicFreedomBook.com  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

24 Okt 20min

#1135 How Doctors Gaslit Me for 24 Years and What They Never Told You About Healing Your Body — With Ben Azadi

#1135 How Doctors Gaslit Me for 24 Years and What They Never Told You About Healing Your Body — With Ben Azadi

For 24 years, Ben Azadi was told “everything’s fine” by doctors while battling fatigue, depression, and weight gain. In this raw and eye-opening episode, he exposes how the healthcare system is designed for profit, not healing—and how he took his power back. Ben shares the truth about medical gaslighting, the lack of nutrition training in medicine, and why 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy. He reveals the exact steps that helped him lose 80 pounds, reverse his symptoms, and create the Fat Loss Academy—a proven system for sustainable fat loss and metabolic freedom. You’ll learn how to read your labs the right way, what foods to eliminate to reduce inflammation, and how fasting, real food, gratitude, and mindset can heal your body naturally. 🔥BETTER THAN OZEMPIC: https://bit.ly/3JqlkOX  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 📖 Download my FREE guide How to Lose 10 Pounds of Stubborn Fat in 7 Days: https://bit.ly/3DRrpkd  💻 Join the Fat Loss Academy: http://MeltFatMethod.com  → Get the 30-day Fat Drainage Protocol, Precision Fasting System, 21 fat-burning recipes, and a 60-minute bonus Q&A with Ben (normally $5,000 value). 📗 Ben’s Book – Metabolic Freedom: Learn how to reprogram your cells for fat-burning and longevity: http://www.MetabolicFreedomBook.com  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

23 Okt 19min

#1134 Why No One Is Doing This Morning Routine That MELTS Belly Fat and Fixes Your Metabolism (Do This for 7 Days!) | With Ben Azadi

#1134 Why No One Is Doing This Morning Routine That MELTS Belly Fat and Fixes Your Metabolism (Do This for 7 Days!) | With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the simple but powerful 7-day morning routine that helps you burn belly fat, balance hormones, and boost energy — without long workouts or restrictive diets. Each day builds a new habit to reprogram your metabolism and align your body with its natural fat-burning rhythm: 💧 Day 1: Hydrate with salt, lemon, and sunlight to reset your circadian rhythm and kickstart digestion.🙏 Day 2: Take your “Vitamin G” — 3 minutes of deep gratitude to lower cortisol and activate fat-burning hormones.🚶‍♂️ Day 3: Get sunlight and movement before screen time to boost serotonin, dopamine, and energy.☕ Day 4: Enjoy high-CGA coffee with butter or ghee and MCT oil to enhance metabolism.🔥 Day 5: Do 15–30 minutes of fasted movement to switch from sugar burning to fat burning.❄️ Day 6: Add minerals and cold exposure to spark mitochondrial energy and dopamine.🧘‍♀️ Day 7: Combine gratitude and goal-setting to rewire your mind and cells for health and abundance. Ben also shares why gratitude is the ultimate fat-loss tool, how to properly time your coffee, and how simple morning choices can transform your health. 👉Redmons: https://glnk.io/oq72y/thebenazadi  👉Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=1&affid=549  👉Purity Coffee: http://ketokampcoffee.com  👉BETTER THAN OZEMPIC: https://bit.ly/471Rzx5  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

22 Okt 25min

#1133 Why No One Is Doing This Morning Routine That MELTS Belly Fat and Fixes Your Metabolism (Do This for 7 Days!) | With Ben Azadi

#1133 Why No One Is Doing This Morning Routine That MELTS Belly Fat and Fixes Your Metabolism (Do This for 7 Days!) | With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the simple but powerful 7-day morning routine that helps you burn belly fat, balance hormones, and boost energy — without long workouts or restrictive diets. Each day builds a new habit to reprogram your metabolism and align your body with its natural fat-burning rhythm: 💧 Day 1: Hydrate with salt, lemon, and sunlight to reset your circadian rhythm and kickstart digestion.🙏 Day 2: Take your “Vitamin G” — 3 minutes of deep gratitude to lower cortisol and activate fat-burning hormones.🚶‍♂️ Day 3: Get sunlight and movement before screen time to boost serotonin, dopamine, and energy.☕ Day 4: Enjoy high-CGA coffee with butter or ghee and MCT oil to enhance metabolism.🔥 Day 5: Do 15–30 minutes of fasted movement to switch from sugar burning to fat burning.❄️ Day 6: Add minerals and cold exposure to spark mitochondrial energy and dopamine.🧘‍♀️ Day 7: Combine gratitude and goal-setting to rewire your mind and cells for health and abundance. Ben also shares why gratitude is the ultimate fat-loss tool, how to properly time your coffee, and how simple morning choices can transform your health. 👉Redmons: https://glnk.io/oq72y/thebenazadi  👉Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=1&affid=549  👉Purity Coffee: http://ketokampcoffee.com  👉Baja Gold Salt:  👉BETTER THAN OZEMPIC: https://bit.ly/471Rzx5  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

21 Okt 17min

#1132 We’ve Been Doing Perimenopause All Wrong – The New Science of Thriving Through Hormonal Chaos with Dr. Mariza Snyder

#1132 We’ve Been Doing Perimenopause All Wrong – The New Science of Thriving Through Hormonal Chaos with Dr. Mariza Snyder

What if perimenopause didn’t have to mean fatigue, brain fog, and frustration—but could actually be a season of power and renewal? In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, host Ben Azadi sits down with bestselling author and hormone expert Dr. Mariza Snyder to unpack the real story behind The Perimenopause Revolution. Together, they break down how women can take control of their hormones, metabolism, and mindset during this pivotal chapter of life. Dr. Mariza shares simple, science-backed strategies for balancing hormones, boosting energy, and feeling like yourself again—through smart nutrition (think protein power!), daily movement, and cycle tracking that actually makes sense. But this conversation goes beyond biology—it’s about rediscovering gratitude, joy, and confidence in your body. If you’ve ever wondered how to thrive—not just survive—through perimenopause, this episode is your roadmap to doing exactly that. 🔗 Links and Resources: Connect with Dr. Mariza: The Perimenopause Revolution on Amazon: https://a.co/d/7Rjz5nv Book Bonus Page with a Perimenopause Toolkit ($500 value): https://peri-revolution.com/ Website https://drmariza.com/ Podcast – Energized with Dr. Mariza https://drmariza.com/podcast/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drmariza/  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmarizasnyder/  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Drmariza  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmariza  Hack Your Health Conference: https://hackyourhealth.com 📖 Get your copy of Metabolic Freedom + FREE course & exclusive interviews: 👉 MetabolicFreedomBook.com 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

20 Okt 56min

#1131 Struggling With Stairs After 50? The 5 Proven Exercises to Rebuild Strength, Balance & Mobility—Without Pain With Ben Azadi

#1131 Struggling With Stairs After 50? The 5 Proven Exercises to Rebuild Strength, Balance & Mobility—Without Pain With Ben Azadi

If going up or down stairs has started to feel harder, it’s not just aging—it’s a sign your body needs help. In this episode, Ben Azadi shares five research-backed exercises that rebuild strength, reduce knee pain, and restore confidence with every step. You’ll learn: Why walking backward can instantly relieve knee pressure and improve balance The eccentric step-down technique that restores control when descending stairs How to strengthen your outer hips to prevent knee collapse The best way to use weighted step-ups to regain leg power Why high-speed calf raises are key for balance and mobility Ben also breaks down a simple 7-day movement protocol you can follow right away—and shares his free 7-Day Breakfast Guide to reduce inflammation and unlock your body’s natural fat-burning switch. ✅Recommended step platform & weighted vest: 👉Step Platform: https://amzn.to/4ne8TDV  👉Weighted Vest: https://amzn.to/3INI9fm 👉Resistance Bands:https://amzn.to/47hqogF 👉MELT BELLY FAT FAST WITH THESE 7 FAT-BURNING MORNING MEALS: https://bit.ly/4oIGsz9  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

19 Okt 13min

#1130 Fasting After 40: The Truth About Hormones, Belly Fat, and Why What Used to Work No Longer Does — With Ben Azadi

#1130 Fasting After 40: The Truth About Hormones, Belly Fat, and Why What Used to Work No Longer Does — With Ben Azadi

If you’re a woman over 40 and fasting isn’t working anymore, you’re not crazy—your hormones have changed. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down what’s really happening to your metabolism after 40 and how to use fasting to work with your hormones, not against them. You’ll learn: Why fasting that used to work in your 30s can backfire in your 40s How cortisol, estrogen, and insulin impact belly fat The exact fasting protocols for perimenopausal and postmenopausal women The difference between fasting harder vs fasting smarter How to pair food, fasting, and exercise for balanced hormones and sustainable fat loss ⚡ Recommended 👉 See the Keto Flex Approved Carb List at http://ketokampblueprint.com  👉BeamMinerals : https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=1&affid=549  👉HOW TO LOSE 1 POUND OF FAT PER DAY- https://bit.ly/46U7Bcb  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

18 Okt 17min

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