Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi17 Aug 2022

Ben Azadi | 4 Reasons Why Long Term Ketosis is Bad For You & How to Practice Keto Flexing - Ben Azadi KKP: 450

On this episode, I explain 4 reasons why long-term keto is a bad idea. Today is the worldwide release of Keto Flex, and I dive deep into Chapter 10 which is all about keto flexing. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com (Available on paperback, kindle & audible) 90 Day Detox Program with Ben Azadi, Dr Mindy Pelz, Dr Daniel Pompa & other detox specialists. Only a Few Spots Available! Learn More Here: http://www.ketokampdetox.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S BiOptimizers Kapex Special Offer: www.kenergize.com/ketokamp Use the code ketokamp10 for 10% off PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. The Beauty & The Broth - High Quality Bone Broth, Concentrated Packets. Visit http://www.thebeautyandthebroth.com Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. *Some Links Are Affiliates* Consuming a low amount of carbohydrates over the long term is a good thing. It will cause you to burn excess body fat and improve your overall health. But there’s one important caveat. A constant, unrelenting state of ketosis—in which your body is burning its own fat for fuel—is obviously unsustainable, because eventually you’d have no more fat. In this chapter, we move into the Flex pillar, which will allow you to maintain your Keto lifestyle month after month, year after year. Four Reasons Why Prolonged Ketosis Is Counterproductive My mantra is, “Lose the excess fat; treasure the necessary fat.” Ketosis is a brilliant strategy for accomplishing the first goal. As for the second goal, prolonged ketosis doesn’t have an automatic shut-off valve. If you remain in state of constant ketosis, burning your own fat, then your body will keep doing that as long as it must to stay alive. If necessary to preserve life, once your fat is gone, various bodily functions will be shut off or minimized. This process of shutting down will continue until Mr. Death knocks on your door and says, “Sorry, buddy—time’s up.” No one wants that. To ensure that you’re well informed, let’s review some of the bad things that can happen if you go too far with ketosis. Fat Burning Slows Down As levels of body fat drop, your primal brain, whom we thought we had trained to accept a high-fat diet and fasting, will be aroused and will begin to object. Why and when will this happen? Your primal brain, that eternal watchdog, will sense that your reserves of fat are becoming depleted. Remembering those long periods of deprivation thousands of years ago, your primal brain will sound the alarm: The fat supply is running low! It will issue the command that your body must preserve its precious fuel. In response, your body will actually slow down fat burning—all for the sake of survival! When you stay in ketosis too long, the body starts to rebel, and conserve its fuel. A good analogy is if you lived out in the woods and you had stored 500 logs of firewood to heat your cabin for the winter. These were your reserves, because you could still go out and chop more firewood. So if you had to dip into these reserves, you wouldn’t be worried. But now it’s early March, and snow still covers the ground. It’s been a tough winter and you haven’t harvested many trees, and you see that you’ve got only 50 logs left. That’s a very low supply! Suddenly you’re reluctant to use them because you don’t want to run out. When you had 500 logs, you didn’t care about burning them. The same thing happens with your body fat. This is why when you stay low carbohydrate for too long, your body will slow down fat metabolism. And you know what? This is a good thing. There is a big difference between losing excess fat and losing all your fat. You want to lose excess fat. But your body needs a small amount of fat, and your primal brain is smart to insist that you meet this minimal requirement. Thyroid Problems Hormone production is often a function of a “chain of command,” as orders are passed from one organ to another, until the desired outcome is achieved. The hypothalamus and the pituitary gland, which are located in the brain, help control the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your throat, just below the Adam’s apple. To provide their direction to the thyroid, the hypothalamus releases thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH), which stimulates the pituitary gland to release thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). When the hypothalamus and pituitary are working normally, they respond when: Thyroid hormone levels are low, so they secrete more TRH and TSH, which stimulates the thyroid to make more hormones. Thyroid hormone levels are too high, so they secrete less TRH and TSH, which reduces hormone production by the thyroid. The thyroid gland uses iodine from food to make two thyroid hormones: triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). The primary secretory product is inactive thyroxine (T4), which is a prohormone of triiodothyronine (T3). T4 is converted to T3 peripherally by tissues with high blood flow, including the liver and kidneys. In the brain, T4 is converted to active T3 by type 2 deiodinase produced by glial cells. The thyroid stores T3 and T4, and releases them as they are needed. These two thyroid hormones function in almost every cell in your body, and play a fundamental role in regulating your metabolism and maintaining your resting energy expenditure—that is, the energy you burn just to keep functioning while sitting on the sofa. Diet can influence thyroid hormone levels, and prolonged ketosis and severe calorie restriction can lead to reduced thyroid function, or hypothyroidism, which is a mechanism to ensure survival in response to perceived famine. The goal is to slow metabolism, preserve energy, and preserve vital organs. T4 is the inactive form of thyroid, it needs to be converted to T3 which is the active form used by the cells. Do you know which hormone helps with this conversion? Insulin. Low thyroid hormones cause a drop in levels of insulin, the hormone needed to transport sugar from the blood to different cells throughout the body. Chronic low insulin levels slow down cellular function, including muscle contractions and basic brain function. Over longer periods of time, low insulin levels compromise this T4 to T3 thyroid hormone conversion. Testosterone Deficiency Sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) is a protein made by your liver. It binds tightly to three sex hormones found in both men and women—estrogen, dihydrotestosterone (DHT), and testosterone. SHBG carries these three hormones throughout your blood. SHBG controls the amount of testosterone that your body tissues can use. Too little testosterone in men and too much testosterone in women can cause problems. Factors such as sex, age, obesity, liver disease, and hypothyroidism can change the level of SHBG in your blood. Hypothyroidism is when your thyroid produces an insufficient amount of thyroid hormones, which can happen with prolonged ketosis. What I’ve seen reviewing lab work over the years is too much SHBG leads to lower testosterone levels, and not enough SHBG leads to an increase in estrogen; both can be problematic for men and women. Long term ketosis can lead to either of these. Leptin Reset Leptin is your “stop eating!” hormone that plays an instrumental role in your hunger and weight management. It comes from the Greek word ”leptos,” meaning “thin.” Fat cells produce leptin in proportion to levels of body fat: the more fat cells you have, the more leptin they make. When your body fat increases, your leptin levels go up. Your brain senses the increase in leptin, and thinks, “Okay, we’ve got enough fat in reserve, so we can stop eating.” Thus, you eat less and burn more. Conversely, when you don’t eat, your body fat decreases, leading your leptin levels to drop. Your brain, sensing a shortage of leptin, thinks, “Hmm, we’re low on fat reserves. Better find some food!” At that point, you eat more and burn less. This negative feedback loop is similar to the control mechanisms for many physiological functions, such as body temperature, breathing, and blood pressure. A properly working leptin system tells your brain that you have enough energy stored in your fat cells to engage in normal, everyday metabolic processes. It leads to better brain function, memory, metabolic performance, mental sharpness, and coordination, and it can even affect the regulation of mood and emotion. This is wonderful—except that many overweight people suffer from leptin resistance. They have plenty of blood leptin, but the brain doesn’t recognize it. Despite the abundance of leptin, the brain thinks there is too little leptin—and orders the body to keep eating! This is obviously a bad situation. What can cause it? Several potential mechanisms behind leptin resistance have been identified. Free fatty acids. Having elevated free fatty acids in your bloodstream may increase fat metabolites in your brain, and interfere with leptin signaling. Inflammation. Inflammatory signaling in your hypothalamus could be a cause of leptin resistance. Having consistently high leptin. It may be that your brain gets accustomed to a constant flood of leptin churned out by your fat cells, and becomes “numb” to it. So, what happens when you follow a low-carb keto diet that puts you in long-term ketosis? Perhaps paradoxically, many people do not suffer from an increase in appetite, as you might expect from falling levels of leptin. It’s complicated, but the short version of the story is that leptin levels will drop, which would normally signal your brain to start eating. But something else happens—your brain becomes more sensitive to the effects of leptin, so a smaller amount of leptin packs more punch. In addition, the brain’s response to leptin is inhibited by inflammation, resulting in increased leptin resistance. Obesity increases inflammation, which increase the brain’s “numbness” to high levels of leptin. Inflammation is dramatically reduced by sustained nutritional ketosis. The reduction in leptin resistance due to reduced inflammation adds to the brain’s heightened sensitivity to leptin. In other words, on a well-formulated ketogenic diet the brain perceives a greater satiety response to less leptin. This explains the paradox as to why we see a decrease in appetite with nutritional ketosis. In order to achieve a sustained state of ketosis, you need to occasionally boost your levels of leptin and send the signal to your brain that higher levels of leptin are normal, and that you need to keep eating. This is another reason why the “flex” part of Keto Flex Lifestyle is so important. We never want your brain to think you’re starving—but we also don’t want it to forget about eating! Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com (Available on paperback, kindle & audible) 90 Day Detox Program with Ben Azadi, Dr Mindy Pelz, Dr Daniel Pompa & other detox specialists. Only a Few Spots Available! Learn More Here: http://www.ketokampdetox.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E S P ON S O R S BiOptimizers Kapex Special Offer: www.kenergize.com/ketokamp Use the code ketokamp10 for 10% off PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. The Beauty & The Broth - High Quality Bone Broth, Concentrated Packets. Visit http://www.thebeautyandthebroth.com Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list. // 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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#1066 This Test Could Save Your Life – The #1 Missing Metric for Heart Health with Dr. Philip Ovadia

What if everything you thought you knew about heart disease was wrong? In this eye-opening episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Philip Ovadia, a heart surgeon who once followed the standard medical playbook until he realized it wasn’t helping his patients or himself. Together, they dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in health: what really causes heart disease. And it’s probably not what you’ve been told. It’s not cholesterol — it’s insulin resistance. Dr. Ovadia explains how testing your fasting insulin could be the missing piece in your health journey. He also shares why he gave up carbs for a more carnivore-style diet and questions whether statins are really the miracle drug they're often made out to be. This isn't just medical theory. Dr. Ovadia has lived it. He brings both personal and professional insight to the table, helping you learn how to spot metabolic issues early and take meaningful steps toward better health. If you’re ready to rethink everything you’ve been told about heart disease, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🔥 Topics Discussed: Root causes of heart disease, emphasizing insulin resistance over cholesterol. Misconceptions about cholesterol and its role in heart health. Importance of fasting insulin tests as a marker of metabolic health. Connection between insulin resistance, blood pressure, and vascular health. Discussion on dietary approaches, particularly the carnivore diet, for reversing insulin resistance. Examination of cholesterol markers and their context in relation to metabolic health. Critique of the reliance on statins and cholesterol management in heart disease treatment. Impact of lifestyle factors, including diet and exercise, on metabolic health. The role of processed sugars and vegetable oils in driving insulin resistance. Advocacy for systemic changes in dietary guidelines and personal responsibility in health management. 🔗 Links and Resources: Ovadia Heart Health: https://ovadiahearthealth.com/ iFixHearts: https://ifixhearts.com/ X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/ifixhearts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifixhearts/ 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

28 Juli 54min

#1065 5 Doctor-Silent Food Swaps That Instantly Lower Inflammation, Melt Belly Fat, and Reset Your Metabolism – With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben shares five underrated but powerful food swaps that can help you lose belly fat, reduce inflammation, and regain energy—especially if you’re over 45 and frustrated with weight gain. These simple changes aren't commonly recommended by doctors, but they can drastically improve your health and metabolism. Top 5 Food Swaps: Swap plant milks for organic heavy cream – Avoid seed oils, gums, and sugars. Ditch seed oils for saturated fats – Cut inflammation and support hormones. Replace grains with low-carb veggies – Stabilize blood sugar and reduce cravings. Avoid high-oxalate foods like spinach and almonds – Choose gut-friendly options like arugula and macadamia nuts. Trade pasteurized dairy for goat, sheep, or raw dairy – Improve digestion and skin health. Bonus Topics: How to eat out without consuming bad oils (http://seedoilcard.com) Best supplements to repair damaged cells Why MCT oil is great for coffee, not cooking How quickly you’ll see results (hint: day one!) Bodybio PC Oil (needs link) 🎁 Claim your free 12-lesson Metabolic Freedom course + expert interviews at:http://metabolicfreedombook.com 🎤 See 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

27 Juli 18min

#1064 The Breakfast Myth That’s Making You Tired, Gaining Fat, and Spiking Insulin—Why It’s Time to Rethink Your Morning Meal With Ben Azadi

Ben Azadi reveals the truth behind the breakfast myth. That "healthy" morning meal might be the reason you’re gaining fat, feeling tired, and struggling with cravings—especially if you're over 45. You’ll learn: Why "breakfast is the most important meal" is a marketing lie from cereal companies How traditional breakfast foods like toast, cereal, oatmeal, and orange juice trigger blood sugar spikes, insulin resistance, and inflammation The 30-30 Rule for a fat-burning breakfast: 30g of protein + 30g of healthy fats 5 breakfast ideas that fuel your mitochondria, stabilize energy, and support fat loss Ben’s answers to common questions on fasting, coffee timing, cholesterol myths, dairy, fruit, and morning workouts 👉 Get Ben’s book Metabolic Freedom + free course: http://metabolicfreedombook.com🎤 Book tour info: http://benazadi.com/events 👉Equip Foods http://equipfoods.com/benazadi for 20% off 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

26 Juli 17min

#1063 The 7 Powerful Nutrients That Reverse Age-Related Muscle Loss, Boost Strength, and Burn Fat After 50 – With Ben Azadi

In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi shares 7 overlooked but powerful ingredients that help rebuild muscle, boost strength, and burn fat—especially for those over 50. If you're experiencing muscle loss, fatigue, or slower recovery, this episode is a must-listen. What you'll learn: Why ginkgo biloba isn’t just for memory—it supports your mind-muscle connection How essential amino acids can overcome anabolic resistance Why melatonin is a mitochondrial antioxidant that boosts recovery How to optimize your daily protein intake for muscle growth The power of creatine for muscle strength and cognitive health Why collagen helps aging joints and muscle fascia How daily gratitude (Vitamin G) boosts recovery and lowers stress hormones Ben also answers listener questions, shares supplement recommendations, and explains how to get a free metabolism course with his new book Metabolic Freedom. 📘 Get Your Copy of Metabolic Freedom 🎁 BONUS: Scan the QR code or visit 👉 http://metabolicfreedombook.com to receive a free metabolism course with your purchase. 👉Gingko Biloba link: https://amzn.to/45hZy8 👉Essential Amino Acids and Creatine : http://www.getkion.com/metabolic (20% off code automatically applied) 👉Equip Prime Protein: http://www.equipfoods.com/benazadi (20% off code automatically applied) 👉Designs for Health Collagen Protein Powder: https://amzn.to/46Yll5X 🎤 Upcoming Speaking Tour 👉 http://www.benazadi.com/events 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

24 Juli 18min

#1062 You’re Sabotaging Fat Loss in Your Sleep – The #1 Metabolic Mistake Revealed with Dr. Michael Breus

What if the secret to unlocking fat loss, focus, and energy wasn’t another supplement—but better sleep? In this episode of The Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with the legendary Dr. Michael Breus—better known as “America’s Sleep Doctor”—to uncover the truth about how sleep could be the missing link in your fat loss and metabolic health journey. Forget generic advice. Dr. Breus shares science-backed, real-world strategies you can start using tonight—like timing your caffeine, optimizing your sleep stages, staying hydrated the right way, and his surprisingly simple banana tea recipe that helps you fall asleep faster. They also explore how something as unexpected as practicing gratitude can actually improve your sleep quality. Whether you’re struggling to lose weight, waking up exhausted, or just want to feel better every day—this conversation will shift how you think about sleep forever. 🔥 Key Topics Discussed: The critical role of sleep in metabolism and fat loss. The impact of sleep deprivation on energy levels and overall health. Hormonal changes due to lack of sleep, including effects on ghrelin and leptin. The relationship between sleep quality and cravings for unhealthy foods. The significance of different sleep stages (non-REM and REM) for physical and mental restoration. The dangers of sleep medications like Ambien and their effects on sleep quality. The importance of hydration and its influence on sleep and metabolic health. Practical strategies for improving sleep quality, including timing of caffeine and alcohol consumption. The benefits of gratitude practices for enhancing sleep and reducing stress. The role of breathing techniques in promoting relaxation and metabolic flexibility. 🔗 Links and Resources: 🐦 Twitter / X - @TheSleepDoctor 📸 Instagram - @drmichaelbreus | @thesleepdoctor Sleep Drink Breathe: Simple Daily Habits for Profound Long-Term Health : https://amzn.to/4kWFywq WHOOP: https://amzn.to/44uzRB2 Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com/product/rings/oura-ring-4/silver?utm_medium=iac_raf 🎁 Bonus: Grab Ben’s new book Metabolic Freedom + free course:http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com 📍 Check Ben’s speaking tour & meet him live:http://www.benazadi.com/events 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

23 Juli 1h 1min

#1061 Scientifically Proven Hacks to Burn Fat, Sleep Better, and Reduce Inflammation Fast — Without Changing Your Diet… With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben shares 7 simple, science-backed strategies that can quickly boost your metabolism, reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and support fat loss — no prescriptions, no extreme diets. What You’ll Learn: Why mouth taping at night boosts deep sleep and nitric oxide How a 10-minute walk after meals lowers blood sugar and insulin The power of shifting your self-image to achieve lasting weight loss Why eating 5 hours before bed improves fat burning and recovery The surprising benefits of Vitamin G (gratitude!) How rotating supplements keeps your body responsive Why grounding barefoot can reduce inflammation and improve mood 🎁 Bonus: Grab Ben’s new book Metabolic Freedom + free course:http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com 📍 Check Ben’s speaking tour & meet him live:http://www.benazadi.com/events ✅ Ben uses: Somnifix (discount code is ketokamp) 🌐 https://bit.ly/3GMfJRR 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

22 Juli 20min

#1060 Why Most Diets Fail After 40 – And the Simple Fix That Works with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi

What if getting healthier after 40 wasn’t about working harder—but working smarter? In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, the powerhouse behind the Fit Father and Fit Mother Project, for a conversation that’s as inspiring as it is practical. Dr. Balduzzi isn’t just throwing around theories—he’s been in the trenches, helping thousands of busy parents and professionals reclaim their health. Together, they dive deep into the real-life strategies that make lasting fat loss possible after your metabolism starts to shift. From morning routines that actually work, to the overlooked power of sleep, structured eating, and smart fasting—you’ll walk away with a game plan you can actually stick to. But this conversation goes far beyond food and workouts. Ben and Dr. Balduzzi talk openly about setbacks, how to bounce back, and why community, mindset, and even spiritual growth are crucial pieces of the puzzle. You’ll also get a sneak peek into Dr. Balduzzi’s upcoming health event—designed to help people like you lead with purpose, connect deeply, and experience true transformation from the inside out. If you’re over 40 and ready to feel strong, energized, and grounded—this one’s for you. 🔥 Key Topics Discussed: Masterclass on fat loss and metabolic health for individuals over 40. Importance of daily habits for sustainable fat loss. Role of sleep in metabolic health and fat loss. Structured eating aligned with circadian rhythms. Benefits of fasting, including a weekly 24-hour fast. Impact of probiotics and nutrition on metabolic health. Significance of consistency in health routines. Influence of lifestyle factors like vitamin D, gratitude, and community on overall health. Strategies for overcoming setbacks in health journeys. Emphasis on the interconnectedness of physical health and community support. 🔗 Links and Resources: 🎟️ Join the Fit Father Fit Mother Live Event (Phoenix, Arizona, August 29th - 31st) https://fitfatherproject.com/ben (coupon code automatically applied) Anthony's Instagram (@anthony) Fit Father Project Instagram (@fitfatherproject) 📘 Get Metabolic Freedom + free course: http://metabolicfreedombook.com 🎤 Ben’s keynote live event schedule: https://benazadi.com/events/ Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

21 Juli 57min

#1059 The 6 Biggest Lies Your Doctor Told You About Fat Loss, Aging, and Metabolism—And What to Do Instead With Ben Azadi

In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals 6 truths your doctor won’t tell you about fat loss, aging, and metabolic health. Learn why fasting beats grazing, why you should eat fat to burn fat, how your lifestyle—not your genes—determines your health, and why muscle is your ultimate longevity organ. Ben also shares practical tips on protein intake, metabolic blood tests, and the right type of exercise for long-term results. 🔗 Get the book + free bonuses: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com📅 Meet Ben live: http://www.benazadi.com/events 📲 Track your macros: http://www.cronometer.com/ketokamp 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

20 Juli 18min

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