#1002 Avoid These Hidden Toxins! – The Most Overlooked Cause of Metabolic Disease with Dr. Aly Cohen
In this episode, host Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Aly Cohen, a board-certified rheumatologist and integrative medicine physician, to discuss the widespread issue of environmental toxins and their effects on our health. Their conversation is based on Dr. Cohen's new book, "Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them." Together, they delve into the risks associated with tap water, the presence of toxins in everyday products, and how these toxins are linked to metabolic disorders like obesity. They also offer practical tips on how to reduce exposure to these toxins and support the body's natural detoxification processes. 🔥 You'll Learn: Discussion on environmental toxins and their impact on health. Focus on the dangers of tap water and unregulated chemicals. Examination of specific toxins found in drinking water, such as fluoride, cadmium, and arsenic. Connection between environmental toxins and obesity/metabolic disorders. Importance of detoxification and the body's natural systems. Practical steps for reducing exposure to harmful substances. Role of nutrition in supporting detoxification processes. Awareness of microplastics and their health implications. Recommendations for safer alternatives to common household products. Emphasis on the significance of sleep and sweating for detoxification. 📘 Grab Dr. Cohen’s new book Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them – available now! CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE DR COHEN'S NEW BOOK: https://amzn.to/44onhDF 🔗 Links and Resources: Connect with Dr. Cohen: 🌐 Website: https://alycohenmd.com 🌿 The Smart Human Platform: https://thesmarthuman.com 🎧 Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-human-with-dr-aly-cohen/id1518816002 🎧 Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ETBDQQ1WWQiHPtvSphUXe 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesmarthuman ▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSmartHuman 🎁 📚 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Gary Brecka, Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: https://www.ketokamp.com/free-course 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
5 Maj 57min
#1001 : The 10-Minute Habits That Melt Fat, Flatten Your Stomach, and Reboot Hormones Fast with Ben Azadi
In this powerful solo episode, Ben Azadi breaks down three metabolic hacks that take less than 10 minutes each but deliver fast, powerful results for fat loss, hormone balance, energy, sleep quality, and longevity. Pre-Order Ben’s new book Metabolic Freedom Get a free $1,000 metabolism course + exclusive interviews 👉 http://metabolicfreedombook.com 💥 What You’ll Learn: These simple lifestyle strategies are shockingly underutilized—yet backed by science and results. Why eating late at night destroys fat-burning hormones like HGH and melatonin The science behind a 10-minute post-meal walk and its impact on insulin and longevity How apple cider vinegar before meals crushes cravings, improves digestion, and flattens your blood sugar curve Why these tips work—even if you're not doing keto or fasting Quick hacks to suppress hunger at night and optimize your evening routine for deep sleep 🧪 Scientific References Mentioned: European Society of Cardiology & University of Massachusetts meta-analysis on daily steps and all-cause mortality Study on postprandial walking and glucose spikes Research showing 34% reduction in post-meal glucose/insulin from apple cider vinegar 🎯 Action Steps: Stop eating 5 hours before bed Walk briskly for 10 minutes after meals Take 1–2 tbsp of ACV diluted in water before each meal (use a straw!) 📘 Mentioned in This Episode: ✅ Pre-Order Ben’s new book Metabolic Freedom Get a free $1,000 metabolism course + exclusive interviews 👉 http://metabolicfreedombook.com 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
3 Maj 15min
#1000 This Is What 1000 Episodes Taught Me: The Only 10 Health Rules You’ll Ever Need to Burn Fat, Stay Young, and Live Disease-Free with Ben Azadi
In this milestone episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi distills nearly two decades of cutting-edge metabolic science into 10 powerful, proven rules that can radically transform your health in just 30 days. You’ll learn: Why chasing calories is a lie and what to focus on instead How to escape the glucose-insulin rollercoaster and finally burn fat The real definition of metabolic flexibility (and how to get there fast) Why seed oils are worse than cigarettes and what to eat instead How to use intermittent fasting as a healing reset button The shocking way toxins make you fat (and how to detox smart) Why deep sleep is more powerful than any supplement How hormetic stress can turn you into a fat-burning machine How to stack biohacks for maximum energy and mitochondrial power The most important tip of all: how to rewire your mind and heal from within 🔥 Plus: Discover the "Vitamin" that slashes all-cause mortality—and you can’t buy it. 📖 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
1 Maj 32min
#999 The Truth About Frankenfoods, Gut Damage, and Red Meat: How Brett Ender Healed Autoimmunity with a Carnivore Diet
Free access to the Metabolic Freedom Course + interviews with Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Daniel Pompa, Cynthia Thurlow & Megan Ramos when you order the book at http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com Ben Azadi is joined by Brett Ender for a powerful in-person conversation on the lies of modern nutrition, the war on red meat, and Brett’s full recovery from ulcerative colitis using an animal-based diet. 🔍 Key Highlights: The real reason seed oils, not red meat, are driving modern disease Brett’s story: From 30+ bloody bowel movements a day to fully healed with carnivore Why ultra-processed foods make up 63% of calories—and what that’s doing to your gut Carnivore vs. keto vs. real food: How to get started based on your budget The 2030 plant-based agenda, regenerative farming, and food freedom The truth about symptoms: Why they’re not a curse, but your body’s check engine light How to shop smart, find local farms, and eat meat on a budget Tips for navigating restaurants with seed oil allergy cards How a strict 30-day diet helped Brett reset his metabolism, reclaim his health, and thrive drug-free 👥 Plus: The power of food-based community, how to think critically in a broken system, and why metabolic freedom is the ultimate act of rebellion. 📍Mentioned: EatWild.com – find local regenerative farms SeedOilCard.com – print your free restaurant request card Meat Mafia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meatmafiamedia/?hl=en 🎁 📚 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Gary Brecka, Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: https://www.ketokamp.com/free-course 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
30 Apr 1h 14min
#998 How Vegetable Oils Hijack Your Fat Cells, Cause Inflammation & Block Ketosis – The Energy Model of Disease Explained with Dr Cate Shanahan
Free access to the Metabolic Freedom Course + interviews with Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Daniel Pompa, Cynthia Thurlow & Megan Ramos when you order the book at http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com In This Episode: Ben Azadi is joined by Dr. Cate Shanahan to uncover the truth behind her groundbreaking new book, Dark Calories. Discover why vegetable oils are more dangerous than sugar—and even cigarettes. Learn how seed oils create oxidative stress, damage mitochondria, and get stored in body fat, making weight loss nearly impossible. Explore the two-layered toxicity of vegetable oils: from cooking-generated toxins to long-term metabolic damage. Hear how seed oils contribute to obesity, insulin resistance, cancer, dementia, and more. Get the truth about fish oil, seed oil propaganda, and the myth of heart-healthy oils. Dr. Shanahan calls out the American Heart Association and major health institutions for decades of dietary misinformation. 🔬 Topics Include: “The Hateful Eight” seed oils to avoid Why PUFA = “oxidative stress in a bottle” Why antioxidants won’t save you How to avoid seed oils at restaurants (Ben’s card hack!) Debunking cholesterol myths & the dark history of nutrition policy 📘 Grab Dark Calories here: https://amzn.to/3Gv5T6k and visit DrCate.com for more. 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Gary Brecka, Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: https://www.ketokamp.com/free-course 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
29 Apr 1h 57min
#997 You’re Burning Muscle, Not Fat! – The Critical Metabolism Mistake Sabotaging Your Health with Vince Pitstick
In this episode, Ben Azadi sits down with Vince Pitstick, a seasoned functional nutritionist and transformation coach. Vince brings a wealth of experience in guiding people through the challenges of metabolic dysfunction and chronic weight loss resistance. Together, they explore fascinating topics like adaptive thermogenesis, the effects of diet culture, and why keeping your muscle mass is crucial for a healthy metabolism. Vince highlights the importance of metabolic flexibility and shares practical strategies such as dietary variation, seasonal fasting, and resistance training. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to achieve lasting metabolic health and tackle weight loss hurdles. 🔥 Key Topics Discussed: Understanding metabolism and its role in energy transformation. Challenges of weight loss resistance and its underlying metabolic issues. The concept of adaptive thermogenesis and its impact on weight loss efforts. The detrimental effects of diet culture on metabolic health. Importance of maintaining muscle mass for a healthy metabolism. Strategies for restoring metabolic flexibility, including dietary variation and intentional fasting. The role of stress in metabolic health and its effects on hormonal balance. The significance of autophagy in cellular health and metabolic function. The impact of lifestyle factors, including mindset and emotional well-being, on metabolic health. The need for a holistic approach to health, considering various stressors and their cumulative effects. 🔗 Connect with Vince: Instagram: @vince_pitstick Facebook: Vince Pitstick X (formerly Twitter): @vince_pitstick LinkedIn: Vince Pitstick Linktree: linktr.ee/Vince_pitstick Vidal Coaching: vidalcoaching.com Metabolic Mentor University (MMU): metabolicmentor.com NuEthix Formulations: nuethix.com Personal Website: vince-pitstick-1c184942876f9fd92739cf36.webflow.io 🧭 Join the Challenge:👉 Free 3-Day Burn Fat Challenge 📍 Register: http://www.burnfatchallenge.com 📚 Based on Ben’s new book Metabolic Freedom 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Gary Brecka, Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: https://www.ketokamp.com/free-course 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
28 Apr 1h 22min
#996 What Happens When You Don’t Eat for 2 Days – The Metabolic Timeline That Heals Your Body Hour by Hour with Ben Azadi
Ben Azadi takes listeners on an hour-by-hour timeline of what happens inside the body during a 48-hour water fast. From digestion and insulin reduction to autophagy, fat-burning ketosis, stem cell regeneration, and a dopamine reset—this is the ultimate metabolic transformation guide. ⏰ 12–14 Hours: Complete Digestion → Energy is diverted from digestion to cellular repair Insulin Drops → Bloating decreases, energy rises ⏰ 16–17 Hours: Autophagy Begins → Cleans out damaged cells and mitochondria Mitophagy Kicks In → Optimizes fat-burning and anti-aging ⏰ 20 Hours: Ketosis Accelerates → Burning body fat, not dietary fat Mitochondrial Biogenesis → 400% boost in energy production Metabolism Increases → Burn more calories effortlessly ⏰ 24 Hours: Intestinal Stem Cell Activation → Gut healing, reduced leaky gut Surge in Human Growth Hormone 2,000% in men 1,300% in women ⏰ 30 Hours: BDNF Boosts → Brain-derived neurotrophic factor = brain repair and plasticity Mitophagy in Brain Cells → Cognitive clarity, less risk of neurodegeneration ⏰ 36 Hours: Deep Ketosis & Inflammation Drops Fat Burning Peaks → Even while at rest ⏰ 48 Hours: Apoptosis → Clearance of zombie cells (senescent cells) Stem Cell Generation → Tissue regeneration, anti-aging Dopamine Reset → Less emotional eating, reduced sugar/social media addiction 🧭 Join the Challenge:👉 Free 3-Day Burn Fat Challenge 📍 Register: http://www.burnfatchallenge.com 📚 Based on Ben’s new book Metabolic Freedom 🎁 📚 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Gary Brecka, Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: https://www.ketokamp.com/free-course 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
26 Apr 21min
#995 The Top 3 Zero-Carb Foods That Melt Fat, Kill Cravings & Reset Hormones (Backed by Science, Not Diet Dogma) with Ben Azadi
In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down 3 of the best fat-burning foods that contain zero sugar and carbs — and shows how they can help you stop weight gain, build muscle, regulate hormones, and crush cravings. These foods aren’t just filling — they’re metabolic powerhouses that turn your body into a fat-burning machine. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: 🥩 Red Meat: Why fatty cuts like ribeye are anti-inflammatory, muscle-building, and crucial for satiety & thermogenesis 🥚 Eggs (with the yolk): Nature’s multivitamin — loaded with choline, vitamin D, and muscle-activating amino acids 🥑 Avocados: This fatty fruit lowers cortisol, controls blood sugar, and fights belly fat 🧠 Big Takeaways: Metabolism doesn’t slow down with age — muscle loss does. More cholesterol isn’t bad — it fuels your hormones and brain. Stop counting calories. Focus on foods that lower inflammation and support hormone health. Eating clean doesn’t have to be expensive — these foods help you fast longer and eat less frequently. 📣 Join Ben’s FREE 3-Day Fat Burn Challenge: 🔥 Live coaching on the best foods, worst offenders, and how to combine keto & fasting for massive results. 👉 http://www.burnfatchallenge.com 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Gary Brecka, Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: https://www.ketokamp.com/free-course 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
24 Apr 19min
