#1186 Aging Isn’t the Problem – The Shocking Metabolic Upgrade Women Over 40 Need with Dr. Mindy Pelz
What if aging didn’t mean decline, burnout, or stubborn weight gain but a powerful metabolic and neurological upgrade? In this in-studio episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to discuss her brand new book Age Like a Girl and share science backed strategies for women over 40 who want better metabolic health, sustainable fat loss, and hormonal balance. Dr. Mindy reframes aging as a biological initiation rather than a breakdown, explaining why stubborn belly fat, fatigue, and stress resistance are signals of adaptation, not failure. Together, Ben and Mindy break down simple but powerful habits that lower cortisol, restore insulin sensitivity, and help women shift from survival mode into strength. This conversation explores fasting rhythms for women over 40, the neurochemical changes of menopause, why walking is one of the most underrated metabolic tools, and how environment and relationships directly influence fat loss and healing. It is both deeply scientific and profoundly human. If you are feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, frustrated with your body, or ready to embrace the next chapter of your health with clarity and confidence, this episode is a must listen. Key Topics Covered Why fat gain is a protective intelligence, not a failure How walking lowers cortisol and restores nervous system balance Eating only during daylight for better insulin signaling The most effective fasting rhythm for women over 40 Carnivore fasting and why it accelerates fat loss safely Estrogen loss and the shift to ketone based metabolism Dopamine, motivation, and the neurochemistry of menopause Why environment and relationships affect metabolic success Menopause as a neurological and emotional initiation Why self prioritization is essential for long term health 🔗 Links and Resources Mentioned 📘 Age Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz Get it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Like-Girl-Menopause-Confidence/dp/1401975569 Also available wherever books are sold — hardcover, Kindle, Audible, and Spotify audiobook (narrated by Dr. Mindy Pelz). 📺 Watch the full video episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi 🌐 Learn more about Ben Azadi https://www.benazadi.com 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
15 Dec 58min
#1185 This 10-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset Fixed My Sleep, Gut, Cortisol, and Stubborn Belly Fat After Years of Diet Failure With Ben Azadi
Ben Azadi shares the exact 10-day anti-inflammatory reset that helped him calm cortisol, improve sleep, heal his gut, reduce anxiety, and finally lose stubborn belly fat after years of doing “everything right” and getting worse results. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why late-night eating is one of the fastest ways to increase inflammation How an 18:6 eating schedule lowers cortisol and inflammatory markers Why protein intake is critical for fat loss and metabolic health How temporarily lowering carbs supports ketosis and inflammation reduction The role of apple cider vinegar in blood sugar and insulin control Why high-quality coffee and olive oil can accelerate fat burning How walking after meals improves glucose control more than medication Why electrolytes, minerals, sunlight, and grounding are essential How a 24-hour fast completes the metabolic reset through autophagy This episode is not about restriction or extremes. It’s about removing interference so your body can heal itself. FREE GUIDE: 5 Vegetables You Must Avoid To Lose Weight & Belly Fat - https://bit.ly/4aealmK 👉Magnesium: https://amzn.to/3Ux3AmY 👉Redmond’s Re-Lyte Electrolytes: https://ketokampsalt.com use code AZADI 👉Olive Oil: https://Benazadi.com/oliveoil 👉Coffee: https://Puritycoffee.com/benazadi 20% off 👉Apple Cider Vinegar: https://benazadi.com/acv 15% off 👉Protein: https://Equipfoods.com/benazadi 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
14 Dec 25min
#1184 The FDA Approved This Without Testing- The Hidden Ingredient Destroying Your Metabolism, Hormones, and Gut Health With Ben Azadi
In this episode, Ben exposes a hidden ingredient the FDA quietly approved that’s now damaging your gut, metabolism, hormones, and mitochondria: industrial seed oils. These oils are found in more than 80 percent of the U.S. food supply and create toxic compounds linked to inflammation, insulin resistance, obesity, fatty liver, cravings, and even altered gene expression. Ben breaks down:• The 8 seed oils to avoid and why they’re so harmful• How companies hide them under over 50 different names• The shocking 680-day half-life of these fats in your body• How they trigger metabolic slowdown, hormone disruption, and gut permeability• Healthier fats to use instead for energy, fat loss, and cellular healing• How to avoid seed oils at restaurants using Ben’s free allergy card• Why seed oils may be worse for insulin resistance than sugar• Clean product swaps and detox strategies to repair your metabolism faster You’ll also learn how to clean out your pantry, support your mitochondria, and rebuild your cell membranes using simple daily practices. This is one of the most important episodes for anyone dealing with stubborn weight, cravings, low energy, gut issues, or metabolic dysfunction. FREE GUIDE: 5 Vegetables You Must Avoid To Lose Weight & Belly Fat- https://bit.ly/4oPJEIN 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 👉MASA Chips: https://benazadi.com/masa use code BENAZADI 20% off 👉Fresh Pressed Olive Oil: https://Benazadi.com/oliveoil 👉Thrive Market: https://benazadi.com/ThriveMarket 👉Seed Oil Card: https://.seedoilcard.com 👉PC Oil: https://bodybio.com/?ref=KETOKAMP 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
13 Dec 21min
#1183 The 10 Carnivore Mistakes Sabotaging Your Thyroid, Gut, and Metabolism — and How to Fix Them for Good With Ben Azadi
In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down the 10 critical carnivore mistakes that keep people inflamed, tired, constipated, and stuck. After coaching more than 10,000 people through carnivore resets, Ben reveals why carnivore works beautifully for 30 to 90 days — but backfires when done incorrectly. You’ll learn: • Why long-term carnivore can lower thyroid function, reduce microbial diversity, raise stress hormones, and stall progress.• The proper metabolic preparation before starting carnivore (low carb → keto → carnivore).• The hidden inflammation caused by pasteurized dairy — and why goat, sheep, and raw A2 dairy are superior.• Exactly how to break carnivore without wrecking your gut, including the 72-hour reintroduction rule.• The difference between clean animal fats and inflammatory PUFA-heavy meats.• How to hit the right protein target to avoid muscle loss and metabolic slowdown.• The importance of nose-to-tail nutrition and where to source clean meats.• Why electrolytes are non-negotiable and the signs you’re depleted.• How stress, sleep, and cortisol determine whether carnivore works at all.• The reminder that carnivore is a tool — not the whole toolbox. Ben also answers listener questions about constipation, duration of carnivore, and why a minority of people truly thrive long-term. 🔥FREE GUIDE: Lose 10 Pounds in 7 Days - https://bit.ly/3KJEqAi 👉Magnesium: https://amzn.to/3Ux3AmY 👉Potassium: 👉Electrolytes: http://www.ketokampsalt.com use code AZADI 👉Wild Pastures: http://benazadi.com/meat 👉Paleo Organ Meat Complex: https://paleovalley.com/store?pc=pvpartners&oid=25&affid=68 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
12 Dec 18min
#1182 The Hidden Hormone Driving Belly Fat, Stress, and Metabolic Slowdown — And the 30-Day Protocol That Fixes It With Ben Azadi
In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the real reason stubborn belly fat won’t budge — and why calories, harder workouts, and longer fasts aren’t solving the problem.The culprit is cortisol, the stress hormone that tells your body to store fat — especially visceral fat around your organs, the most dangerous kind. Ben breaks down the science doctors rarely explain: how cortisol rhythms, circadian biology, and fat tissue hormone receptors determine where you store fat and how resistant your fat becomes. You’ll discover the 6-step cortisol fix that has helped thousands melt visceral fat naturally: Why fasted running increases belly fat — and what type of morning movement to do instead How to reset the cortisol awakening response with sunlight, delayed caffeine, and screen-free mornings How stress keeps fat cells inflamed — and how breathing, downtime, and “Vitamin G” lower cortisol instantly Why over-fasting backfires — and how protein-focused meals stabilize hormones The strength-training and sprint protocol that builds cortisol-resilient muscle Habits that reduce long-term stress load so your body finally feels safe to burn fat You’ll also get Ben’s 30-Day Cortisol & Belly Fat Reset Plan — the exact week-by-week blueprint he gives his private clients to shrink their waist, lower inflammation, stabilize mood, and reverse metabolic dysfunction. He closes with listener Q&A on testing cortisol, the truth about fasted cardio, alcohol’s impact on fat loss, TOFIs (thin outside, fat inside), and the best ways to track real progress. FREE GUIDE: The World’s Easiest Breakfast Diet HERE - https://bit.ly/3KLExLG Lamp simulation: https://amzn.to/3Mwna23 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
11 Dec 20min
#1181 The One Supplement Proven to Lower Inflammation, Burn Visceral Fat, and Rebuild Lean Muscle at Any Age — Backed by 30 Years of Human Research With Ben Azadi
In this episode, Ben reveals the most researched, safest, and most effective supplement for lowering inflammation, shrinking visceral fat, boosting strength, and upgrading brain energy — and it isn’t a fat burner. It’s creatine monohydrate… but only the right kind. Ben breaks down how creatine protects your mitochondria, reduces inflammatory markers, increases lean muscle at any age, and improves memory, mood, and cognitive performance. You’ll learn why most store-bought creatine is contaminated or underdosed, what to look for instead, and why creatine deficiency — not aging — may be behind low energy, stiffness, and stubborn fat. He also shares his exact dosing protocol, travel hack for jet lag, how to take it without breaking a fast, and answers listener questions about timing, sleep, and supplement stacking. FREE GUIDE: Lose 10 Pounds in 7 Days HERE: https://bit.ly/4oFDfzO 🔥CLICK to Get Your Creatine (25% Off) HERE → https://bit.ly/48KVw8Y coupon code is BEN 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
10 Dec 20min
#1180 The Hidden Hormone Imbalances Behind Neck and Shoulder Pain That Most Doctors Miss — And How to Fix Them Naturally With Ben Azadi
Most people blame posture for their neck and shoulder pain, but research shows the real root cause is often hormones, not mechanics. In this episode, Ben explains how cortisol, thyroid hormones, sex hormones, insulin, and even growth hormone can lock your muscles into chronic tension and why most doctors miss these connections. You’ll learn how stress hormones alter pain pathways, increase inflammation, and create tight traps, stiff necks, and burning shoulders. Ben breaks down a simple daily Cortisol Calm Protocol using breathwork, post-meal walking, a no-stimulation hour, and gratitude to quickly shift your body out of fight-or-flight. He then exposes the deep link between an underactive thyroid and muscle aches, frozen shoulder, fatigue, and chronic stiffness — plus which full thyroid panel to request from your doctor (not just TSH). Next, he explains why women 40–60 experience sharp increases in joint pain during perimenopause and menopause due to changes in estrogen that affect lubrication, cartilage, strength, and inflammation. You’ll also hear why people with insulin resistance or diabetes are five times more likely to develop frozen shoulder. High insulin creates stiff connective tissue and slows healing. Ben gives practical metabolic strategies: lower carbs, test fasting insulin, walk after meals, strength train, and use intermittent fasting. The episode closes with the overlooked role of deep sleep and growth hormone in tissue repair. Poor sleep dramatically reduces recovery, while fasting and strength training boost growth hormone naturally. FREE GUIDE: How To Lose 1 Pound Of Fat Per Day HERE -https://bit.ly/48AYCfC 🔥CLICK For Your Complete 30 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE - https://bit.ly/48napPO 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
9 Dec 21min
#1179 The Sauna Secret to Faster Fat Loss, Better Sleep, and Deep Healing with Brian Richards
What if the key to better metabolism, faster fat loss, deeper detox, and emotional healing wasn’t a pill or protocol… but light? In this in-depth episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Brian Richards, founder of SaunaSpace, for a powerful exploration of near-infrared light, red light therapy, and heat therapy as metabolic medicine. Brian breaks down the science behind how near-infrared light and sauna use can: Mobilize stubborn visceral fat Boost autophagy and mitochondrial function Increase melatonin and glutathione naturally Reduce inflammation at the cellular level Support testosterone and hormone balance Improve cardiovascular health Remove toxins, endocrine disruptors, heavy metals, and even microplastics Ben and Brian also explore the emotional and spiritual side of sauna use, from trauma release to clarity and mental resilience. You’ll hear real testimonials, personal stories, and a special, limited-time SaunaSpace discount available ONLY to Metabolic Freedom listeners. If you’ve been curious about sauna therapy, peptides, longevity, detoxification, or natural hormone support, this episode is packed with insights you can apply today. 🔗 Products and Resources Mentioned 🔗 SaunaSpace Offer Exclusive 15 percent off for Metabolic Freedom listeners Valid December 8 through December 22, 2025 After December 22, the code still works but at a lower discount Shop here: 👉 https://www.benazadi.com/saunaspace Use coupon code: Freedom 📺 Watch the Full Episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BenAzadi 📘 Ben’s Book: Keto Flex https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736163711 📱 Follow Ben Azadi Website: https://www.benazadi.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/benazadi.coachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadiTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benazadi 🔎 Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
8 Dec 1h 2min
