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. 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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#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

#1119 What Fasting Really Does to a Man’s Body After 40 — The Truth About Testosterone, Growth Hormone, and Fat Loss With Ben Azadi

#1119 What Fasting Really Does to a Man’s Body After 40 — The Truth About Testosterone, Growth Hormone, and Fat Loss With Ben Azadi

After 40, men experience a natural drop in testosterone, energy, and metabolism — but aging doesn’t have to mean decline. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down how fasting acts as a biological reset for men, helping you burn visceral fat, boost testosterone, and increase growth hormone by up to 2,000%. You’ll learn: The exact fasting schedule Ben recommends (18:6 daily, 24-hour weekly, 100-hour quarterly) How fasting improves focus, libido, and longevity The truth about insulin resistance and belly fat What to eat when breaking your fast for optimal results How to pair fasting with strength training and quality sleep Fasting isn’t about deprivation — it’s about reclaiming your energy, discipline, and masculine edge so you can lead, provide, and thrive well into your 40s, 50s, and beyond. 📘 Free Resources: Download Ben’s free 7-Day Guide — your fat-burning reset with zero calorie counting and simple meals that flip your metabolic switch. 👉 https://bit.ly/472s0e6  👉Oura Ring https://ouraring.com/discount/6e9615cebf?utm_medium=iac_raf  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

7 Okt 19min

#1118 The 72-Hour Secret to Rewiring Your Body & Brain – The Most Powerful Fast You’ll Ever Do with Dr. David Jockers

#1118 The 72-Hour Secret to Rewiring Your Body & Brain – The Most Powerful Fast You’ll Ever Do with Dr. David Jockers

In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. David Jockers for an inspiring deep dive into the incredible power of fasting—especially the transformative effects of a 72-hour fast. Together, they unpack how fasting does far more than just burn fat—it sharpens your mind, renews your cells through autophagy, and supercharges your mitochondria for lasting energy. Dr. Jockers also opens up about the emotional and spiritual side of fasting, from improving dopamine balance and resilience to finding deeper gratitude and presence in daily life. You’ll hear his practical fasting tips, personal insights, and powerful mindset shifts that can help you use fasting as a tool for healing and transformation—not punishment or deprivation. If you’ve ever wondered how fasting could help you feel more energized, focused, and spiritually grounded, this episode is your roadmap to true metabolic freedom. 🔗 Links and Resources: Dr. Jockers Website Dr. Jockers Instagram Fasting Transformation 👉Free LIVE Fat-Loss Masterclass (reserve your spot): https://bit.ly/3VOP0YQ 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

6 Okt 1h 1min

#1117  I Dropped From 34% to 6% Body Fat Without Counting Calories or Doing Hours of Cardio — The Metabolic Freedom Blueprint With Ben Azadi

#1117 I Dropped From 34% to 6% Body Fat Without Counting Calories or Doing Hours of Cardio — The Metabolic Freedom Blueprint With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the exact strategy that helped him drop from 34% body fat to 6%—and maintain 14% year-round without counting calories, overtraining, or following trends. You’ll learn: The healthy fats that help your body burn fat instead of store it How to use strategic carb cycling to boost metabolism and prevent plateaus Why walking after meals is more powerful than hours of cardio The sprint protocol that melts belly fat in minutes per week The truth about the scale—and what to track instead How small, consistent “tweaks” create long-term transformation The key role of sleep, fasting, hydration, and gratitude in fat loss Ben also shares bonus tips, including his “one tweak a week” philosophy and why the ultimate fat-burning vitamin is Vitamin G—gratitude. 👉Free LIVE Fat-Loss Masterclass (reserve your spot): https://bit.ly/3VOP0YQ  👉Food & macro tracker (use the Keto Camp link): http://cronometer.com/ketokamp  👉Inbody Scale: https://amzn.to/4eDRTUR  👉Oura Ring:https://amzn.to/46vf69y, https://ouraring.com/discount/6e9615cebf?utm_medium=iac_raf  👉Mouth Tape: https://somnifix.com/?ref=3778298&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

5 Okt 19min

#1116 The 9 Everyday Foods Linked to Cancer, Obesity, and Inflammation That RFK Jr. Wants Banned — And What to Eat Instead With Ben Azadi

#1116 The 9 Everyday Foods Linked to Cancer, Obesity, and Inflammation That RFK Jr. Wants Banned — And What to Eat Instead With Ben Azadi

In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi uncovers the 9 common foods RFK Jr. wants banned—and why they may be fueling cancer, obesity, and chronic disease in America. From low-fat dairy and farmed salmon to microwave popcorn and deli meats, these everyday items are filled with hidden toxins, gut disruptors, and chemicals already banned in other countries. Ben explains what makes these foods dangerous, what safer swaps to choose, and why fixing our food system is the key to Making America Healthy Again. 🔥Free Masterclass with Ben Azadi Want to know exactly what to eat to lower inflammation, melt fat, and reclaim your health? 👉 Reserve your free spot at https://bit.ly/4nYBZaX  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

4 Okt 16min

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