Rich Smith | Is Cholesterol Really the Culprit Behind Heart Disease? The Relationship Between Insulin, Glucagon & Leptin, & More! KKP: 718

Rich Smith | Is Cholesterol Really the Culprit Behind Heart Disease? The Relationship Between Insulin, Glucagon & Leptin, & More! KKP: 718

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Richard Smith. Richard began his keto journey for weight loss hoping to cure severe anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, and daily debilitating migraines. During the year, Richard managed to lose over 100lbs. After reversing his illnesses and transforming his physical and emotional well-being via a ketogenic lifestyle, Richard was dedicated to helping transform the health and lives of others by providing support and supplements. In this episode, Richard discusses his past health problems, including obesity, diabetes, fatigue, depression, and anxiety. He reveals how keto transformed his well-being and life. Then, Richard dives into why cholesterol isn’t the enemy and how you can determine if your cholesterol profile is actually damaged or not. Richard digs deep into insulin and leptin and how to optimize these hormones. Tune in as we chat about the problem with insulin resistance and a simple test to tell if you are insulin resistant. Reserve your FREE spot to our upcoming 5 day Keto Kickstart Challenge with Dr Eric Berg, Cynthia Thurlow, Ben Azadi & The Keto Kamp Team: https://www.ketokamp.com/keto-challenge / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S Wild Pastures: $20 OFF per Box for Life + Free Shipping for Life + $15 OFF your 1st Box! https://wildpastures.com/promos/save-20-for-life-lf?oid=6&affid=132&source_id=podcast&sub1=ad BonCharge: Blue light Blocking Glasses, Red Light Therapy, Sauna Blankets & More. Visit https://boncharge.com/pages/ketokamp and use the coupon code KETOKAMP for 15% off your order. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. [00:40] Richard Speaks About His Health Problems and How Keto Transformed His Life Richard was clinically obese, diabetic, chronically tired, depressed, anxious, and experienced debilitating migraines that would make him blind. The worst part of Richard’s health was his anxiety; he wouldn’t be able to leave his house, car, or office. Richard never felt good enough to be around other people. Eventually, Richard realized that bread made his belly swell. So, he gave it up. Within 30 days of ditching bread, Richard lost 28 pounds. Starting keto has completely changed Richard’s life; luckily, every factor of his life has improved. [26:20] Cholesterol Isn’t The Enemy; In Fact, Cholesterol is Essential For Health Cholesterol is essential for life. It's imperative for cell formation, cell communication, nutrient absorption, nutrient transportation, and hormone production. The brain and the myelin sheath are made of cholesterol. Lacking cholesterol would be detrimental to your health. There is a massive miscommunication when it comes to cholesterol. LDL is proactive; it heals the body and repairs it. The two main contributing factors to heart disease are grains and seed oils. Seed oils do not help lower cholesterol. Reducing carbohydrates and seed oils is the best way to have healthy LDL. [35:00] Is Your Cholesterol Profile Damaged? Richard Explains Where Your Markers Should Be There’s a simple way to see whether your cholesterol profile is damaged. Triglycerides are one of the most significant factors; aim for less than 0.5%. HDL should be greater than 1.5. The triglyceride to HDL ratio should be below one. You’re in good shape if your cholesterol profile is around these markers. Remember, cholesterol is essential for life; every cell in the body is made of cholesterol. [39:45] You Can’t Store Fat Without Insulin From Carbohydrates, Sugars, and Seed Oils We can’t store fat without insulin. Insulin is secreted by the pancreas when we consume carbohydrates. Many people will eat carbs before going to the gym to have the energy to burn fat. However, when insulin is elevated, it tells the body to store fat. Eating carbs will make it almost impossible for us to burn fat for fuel. Insulin puts a biological lock on our fat stores and prevents them from leaving. Carbohydrates and sugars will increase insulin. Seed oils will also impact insulin; they cause insulin resistance. [42:40] The Foods You Eat Could Be Blocking Your Ability To Feel Full Leptin is a satiety hormone. It tells us that we have eaten and that we are full. Seed oils will block leptin. If you aren’t feeling full, you will consume more food. Grains are high in lectins; they cause five times more fat storage than insulin. Lectins in grains will also block leptin. [49:55] Richard Reveals A Simple Test To Tell If You’re Insulin Resistant As a world, we are insulin resistant. In fact, 95% of people are insulin resistant. Diabetes will start with food choices that began ten to fifteen years prior. There’s a simple way to test if you suffer from insulin resistance. You have insulin resistance if you have an overhang over your pants, belt, or skirt. Restrict carbohydrates, and you will see a reduction in insulin levels. You don’t need a myriad of medications to solve insulin resistance. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Keto Pro: https://theketopro.com/ Follow Richard Smith LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-smith-b810881b3/ Follow Keto-Pro Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theketoprocom/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keto_pro/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/pro_keto 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 Get Keto Flex on Audible for Free (New Customers Only): https://adbl.co/36d6A24 Get Keto Flex on Audible here for current customers: https://adbl.co/3699lBm Reserve your FREE spot to our upcoming 5 day Keto Kickstart Challenge with Dr Eric Berg, Cynthia Thurlow, Ben Azadi & The Keto Kamp Team: https://www.ketokamp.com/keto-challenge / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S Wild Pastures: $20 OFF per Box for Life + Free Shipping for Life + $15 OFF your 1st Box! https://wildpastures.com/promos/save-20-for-life-lf?oid=6&affid=132&source_id=podcast&sub1=ad BonCharge: Blue light Blocking Glasses, Red Light Therapy, Sauna Blankets & More. Visit https://boncharge.com/pages/ketokamp and use the coupon code KETOKAMP 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. 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#1104 The World’s Easiest 14-Day Fasting Plan to Melt Visceral Fat, Boost Autophagy, and Unlock Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi

#1104 The World’s Easiest 14-Day Fasting Plan to Melt Visceral Fat, Boost Autophagy, and Unlock Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi

Ben reveals a beginner-friendly fasting schedule designed to melt harmful visceral fat in just 14 days. You’ll learn how to safely progress from a 14:10 fasting window to a full 24-hour water fast, while supporting your metabolism, lowering inflammation, and activating autophagy for deep cellular repair. Ben also shares what to eat during your eating windows, how to break a fast properly, and simple hacks like coffee with butter or green tea to supercharge your results. Discover why visceral fat is so dangerous, the science of ketones and human growth hormone, and how fasting can become your most powerful tool for fat loss and longevity. Resources Mentioned: ✨Free Fat Loss Masterclass: Reserve your spot at http://meltyourfat.com  ✨Organic Coffee: http://ketokampcoffee.com  ✨Green Tea: https://amzn.to/4nGOgAV 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

18 Sep 18min

#1103 The 5 Hidden Coffee Mistakes Destroying Your Gut, Hormones, and Sleep—And How to Fix Them for Lasting Energy and Fat Loss With Ben Azadi

#1103 The 5 Hidden Coffee Mistakes Destroying Your Gut, Hormones, and Sleep—And How to Fix Them for Lasting Energy and Fat Loss With Ben Azadi

Your daily cup of coffee might be doing more harm than good. In this episode, Ben Azadi uncovers the hidden dangers in popular coffee choices, from pesticide-laden beans and mold toxins to oat milk, almond milk, and artificial creamers that spike blood sugar and disrupt hormones. You’ll discover the best time to drink coffee, why the roast matters for fat loss, and how to avoid energy crashes and poor sleep. Plus, Ben shares simple swaps and his personal coffee routine to help you turn your brew into a powerful tool for focus, energy, and metabolic health. 👉Get 15% off Purity Coffee (Flow medium roast) → http://KetoKampCoffee.com  "KETOKAMP"  👉Ben’s book Metabolic Freedom (NYT Bestseller + Free Metabolism Course) → http://MetabolicFreedomBook.com  👉Ben’s upcoming speaking events & book tour → http://BenAzadi.com/events  👉Equip Foods Protein Coffee (20% off) → http://equipfoods.com/benazadi  👉Mana Vitality Shilajit & Ormus → [ 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

16 Sep 19min

#1102 Blocked Lymph = Stalled Results: 5 Habits Sabotaging Fat Loss (Fix Them Fast!) with Dr. Caitlin

#1102 Blocked Lymph = Stalled Results: 5 Habits Sabotaging Fat Loss (Fix Them Fast!) with Dr. Caitlin

Feeling puffy, tired, or stuck at the same weight even when you’re “doing everything right”? Your lymphatic system might be the missing link. In this episode of Metabolic Freedom, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Caitlin, a leading voice on lymph health and detox, to unpack how this under-talked-about system affects fat loss, energy, and hormones. You’ll hear the five sneaky habits that clog your lymph (most of us do at least two), plus simple daily fixes—movement snacks, real hydration, better sleep, and diaphragmatic breathing—to turn your body’s drainage back on and feel lighter, clearer, and more energized. What you’ll learn: The “circulatory system no one talks about” and why fat loss stalls when lymph slows. 5 habits that jam drainage: long sitting, shallow chest breathing, skimping on water/electrolytes, poor sleep, and chronic stress. How diaphragmatic (belly) breathing acts like a pump for lymph—try it in 60 seconds. A hydration reset that actually moves fluid (hint: water + minerals, not endless refills). How lymph influences hormone balance and fat absorption, and what to do about it today. Quick wins (do-them-today) Move every hour: 1–2 min of walking, calf raises, or rebounding. Belly-breath box: 4–4–6–2 (inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 6, pause 2) for 5 cycles, 2–3x/day. Mineralize your water: add a pinch of quality electrolytes to 2–3 glasses. Sleep upgrade: defend a 7–9 hr window; dim screens 60–90 min before bed. 🔗 Links and Resources: Drainage Checklist: https://doctalksdetox.aweb.page/p/825ac357-1867-48bd-a01c-87d908df43a9 🎤 Meet Me On Tour: I’d love to connect in person! Check out my Metabolic Freedom speaking events, lectures, and book signings → http://benazadi.com/events 📖 My Latest Book: Get Metabolic Freedom today – including chapters on sleep, stress, and mindset: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

15 Sep 54min

#1101 The Shocking Truth About Ozempic: Why Natural GLP-1 Activation Works Better for Lasting Fat Loss With Ben Azadi

#1101 The Shocking Truth About Ozempic: Why Natural GLP-1 Activation Works Better for Lasting Fat Loss With Ben Azadi

Ozempic may be trending for weight loss, but the truth is it often leads to muscle loss, rebound weight gain, and hormonal chaos.  In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals how your body already has a built-in Ozempic system—and how to activate it naturally. You’ll learn: Why Ozempic weight loss isn’t real fat loss The 5 foods that naturally boost GLP-1 (your body’s appetite-regulating hormone) The Better Than Ozempic Protocol for sustainable fat loss and muscle preservation How fasting, fermented foods, apple cider vinegar, and bitter-rich foods rewire your metabolism 👉Grab my free 7-Day Fat Loss Ebook → https://bit.ly/4phcIu4  In just 30 minutes, you’ll learn a plan that helps people lose up to 10 pounds of fat in 7 days while preserving muscle. 🎤 Meet Me On Tour I’d love to connect in person! Check out my Metabolic Freedom speaking events, lectures, and book signings → http://benazadi.com/events  ⚖️ Tools I Recommend InBody Bioimpedance Scale → Track fat loss vs. muscle loss accurately https://amzn.to/4eDRTUR  📖 My Latest Book Get Metabolic Freedom today – including chapters on sleep, stress, and mindset: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

14 Sep 14min

#1100 The 7 Artery-Healing Superfoods That Unclog Plaque Naturally—No Statins, No Surgery With Ben Azadi

#1100 The 7 Artery-Healing Superfoods That Unclog Plaque Naturally—No Statins, No Surgery With Ben Azadi

Most people think heart disease is caused by cholesterol—but the real problem is hidden in the foods you eat every day. In this episode,  Ben Azadi reveals seven artery-healing superfoods that naturally raise HDL, lower triglycerides, and unclog your arteries—without statins or surgery.  You’ll also learn the “healthy” food combos that are secretly destroying your heart, and the simple daily habits that boost nitric oxide, reduce inflammation, and protect your cardiovascular system for life. Resources: 👉Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club ($39 bottle for $1):  http://ketokampoliveoil.com  📚My new book Metabolic Freedom + free metabolism course: http://metabolicfreedombook.com  👉Speaking tour dates and events: http://benazadi.com/events  👉SomniFix mouth tape for better sleep & nitric oxide: https://somnifix.com/?ref=3778298&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro  👉CoQ10 (Designs for Health): https://amzn.to/4fBnMh6  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

13 Sep 20min

#1099 The Hidden Ways You’re Eating Avocados Wrong (And How to Turn Them Into a Fat-Burning Cheat Code) With Ben Azadi

#1099 The Hidden Ways You’re Eating Avocados Wrong (And How to Turn Them Into a Fat-Burning Cheat Code) With Ben Azadi

Most people think avocados are always healthy—but the way you eat them could be blocking fat loss. In this episode, Ben breaks down the top five mistakes people make with avocados and how to turn this superfood into a fat-burning ally. You’ll learn why avocado toast, guac with chips, fruit smoothies, restaurant salads, and overeating avocados can stall your results. Ben also shares simple swaps, avocado-buying hacks, and his favorite fat-burning recipes like chocolate avocado mousse, avocado boats, and low-carb smoothies. Discover how to enjoy avocados the right way to support your metabolism, reduce inflammation, and accelerate fat loss. 👉 Get the Equip Foods protein powder for 20% off here: http://www.equipfoods.com/benazadi  📖 Grab my book Metabolic Freedom with free bonuses: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com   🥑 Weekly Keto-Friendly Fat-Burning Recipes: http://ketokamprecipes.com  🎤 See me on tour: http://benazadi.com/events  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

11 Sep 17min

#1098 7 Hidden Signs Your Liver Is Failing (And How to Heal It Naturally) With Ben Azadi

#1098 7 Hidden Signs Your Liver Is Failing (And How to Heal It Naturally) With Ben Azadi

Your liver is the MVP organ of your body—responsible for detoxification, fat burning, hormone balance, and energy production. But when it’s overloaded, subtle warning signs show up long before serious disease develops. In this episode, Ben  breaks down 7 early signs your liver is in trouble—from fatigue and stubborn belly fat to skin issues, brain fog, and poor sleep. He also reveals the 5 biggest liver destroyers you need to avoid, plus 7 proven ways to heal and support your liver using nutrition, fasting, and lifestyle upgrades. You’ll walk away with a clear roadmap to restore your liver, burn fat more efficiently, and feel energized again. Resources & Links Mentioned 🎯 Free 30-Day Guide to Melt Visceral Fat: https://bit.ly/485llBI  ☕ Purity Coffee (organic, liver-friendly): http://ketokampcoffee.com  (Use code KETOKAMP for 15% off) 📚 Ben’s latest book Metabolic Freedom: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com   🎤 Upcoming events & book signings: http://BenAzadi.com/events  🌿 Supplements for liver health: BodyBio TUDCA + PC Oil: https://bodybio.com/?ref=KETOKAMP  🔎  Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

9 Sep 20min

#1097 This is Why You’re Always Tired – The Hidden Mitochondria Problem Sabotaging Your Health with Dr. Anurag Singh

#1097 This is Why You’re Always Tired – The Hidden Mitochondria Problem Sabotaging Your Health with Dr. Anurag Singh

In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Anurag Singh to uncover why your mitochondria—the tiny power plants inside your cells—might be the key to unlocking more energy, slowing down aging, and boosting your metabolism. Ben shares his own powerful transformation story, and Dr. Singh breaks down how struggling mitochondria can leave you exhausted, stuck with stubborn weight, and even more vulnerable to disease. The two dive deep into urolithin A—a fascinating compound your gut bacteria can produce—that helps your body clean out damaged mitochondria so the healthy ones can thrive. From diet and fasting to smart supplementation and everyday lifestyle tweaks, this conversation is packed with practical, science-backed strategies to recharge your energy, protect your health, and support a longer, stronger life. 🔥 Topics Discussed: Mitochondrial health and its impact on metabolism and aging. The role of mitochondria in energy production and metabolic function. The concept of mitophagy and its importance in removing damaged mitochondria. The postbiotic compound urolithin A and its effects on mitochondrial health. The relationship between mitochondrial dysfunction and metabolic issues like obesity and diabetes. The benefits of fasting and ketogenic diets on mitochondrial function and autophagy. The differences between prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics. The potential of urolithin A in enhancing recovery and performance in athletes. The implications of mitochondrial health on neurodegenerative diseases. The importance of gut health and dietary choices in supporting mitochondrial function. 🔗 Links and Resources: 🔬 Learn more about Urolithin A: http://timeline.com/azadi use this link for 20% off 🌐 Website / Bio 💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter / X 📚 ResearchGate 📸 Instagram – Timeline Longevity 🎁 Grab your free guide:https://bit.ly/46EYYm5 📅 Meet Ben on tour: http://benazadi.com/events 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

8 Sep 1h 1min

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