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The holiday season can be a wonderful time of year — but it can also throw a wrench into your metabolic health. Over 75% of people eat more during the holidays, and 90% of us gain between one and 10 pounds. With all the cookies, candies, and holiday treats, keeping your eating habits in check Read More
Mollie Eastman, a renowned expert in ‘sleep optimization’, delves into the intricacies of improving sleep quality and its impact on overall health. Eastman shares her personal struggle with sleep-related issues and how it pushed her to explore the field of sleep science.
Read MoreThere is little evidence suggesting red meat is a carcinogen, and instead plenty of proof it leads to a healthier, stronger metabolic system.
Read MoreAri Tola, CEO of ELO, discusses his experiences in mobile gaming and talks about his experiences in the world of healthcare and nutrition. Ari’s personal story, fueled by his wife’s health crisis, is on a mission is to harness the power of food as a healing tool.
Read MoreA whopping 85% of food label claims lack adequate substantiation for animal-raising claims. More than 44% of us don’t trust food labels to begin with. You as the consumer need to peek behind the curtain and understand what you’re buying and how it might affect your metabolic health.
Read MoreIn this episode, Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng talks with esteemed cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Philip Ovadia. They explore the worlds of transformative diet and lifestyle changes. The discussion spans a spectrum of health-related topics, including insights into ketogenic diets, effective weight loss strategies, the intricacies of heart disease, the role of cholesterol, optimal methods for assimilating essential minerals and vitamins, and the promotion of healthy food practices. Tune in for a wealth of knowledge that transcends conventional boundaries!
Read MoreDr. Gelb is an optometrist who explains how our eyes can reveal more about our overall health than we ever imagined. Gelb says that inflammation is a major culprit in many eye diseases, and he’s got advice on how to fight it off. And if you thought nutrition was only about maintaining a healthy weight, Dr Gelb’s insights on preventing macular degeneration through dietary changes is a wake-up call.
Read MoreI believe we’re in a metabolic health crisis created by processed food and a tendency to prescribe medications rather than lifestyle changes. You need to know what you’re being exposed to so you can make decisions for yourself. Here’s what you deserve to know about food and drug ads.
Read MoreQuitting sugar looks different for all of us. However, maintaining our metabolic health stays the same no matter how you look at it. So as you wade through misleading packages and confusing marketing claims, you have to ask: is this sweetener bad for me? Or can it help maintain my metabolic health? It usually depends on how much you use, how pure it is, and how often you’re using each one.
Read MoreJust how much does sodium impact our metabolic health? And are low-sodium diets truly good for our hearts? Let’s take a closer look.
Read MoreCan you imagine a life where every celebration, every comfort, and every meal is dominated by a substance that’s silently damaging your health? That’s how Florence Christophers put it as she shared her personal story of sugar addiction, from her first realization of the harmful impact sugar was having on her health, to her discovery of the Sugar Blues book, and finally, her road to overcoming her addiction.
Read MoreKnowing how to read an ingredients label is paramount for metabolic health. It’s also a great way to reassess your eating habits and cut out foods that don’t serve your goals. Here’s what you need to know.
Read MoreWe can no longer trust a monolithic food industry with so much to lose if the public perceive their products as ‘unhealthy.’ So rather than taking their claims at face value, it would be wise to do our own research and come to our own conclusions.
Read MoreDr. Philip Ovadia recently appeared on the “That Fitness Couple” podcast with hosts Mike & Corrie-Beth, the founders of PURE PHYSIQUE.
Read MoreHeart surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia joins Ray on the show today to discuss the most important topics from Ovadia’s book, Stay Off My Operating Table. The cholesterol controversy, diagnostic testing, blood panel specifics, and other areas of interest related to avoiding heart disease are reviewed.
Read MoreThe American idea of food is broken at its core. More than 73% of the US food supply consists of ultra-processed food imbued with colorants and additives. But the US is the exception rather than the norm, especially when compared to European countries. The most heavily processed European countries consume just 43.8% of their calories in ultra-processed foods, while countries like Italy and Romania consume even less (just 14% of their diet).
Read MoreThis episode tackles the evolution of our food quality, the complex world of vaccines and their critical, yet controversial, role in health, the emotional debate surrounding adjuvants, and the potential impact of diet and lifestyle changes on the severity of conditions in diagnosed children.
Read MoreErwan Le Corre, the founder of MovNat and a record-holding expert in breath-hold work, shares his journey from France to the U.S. and reveals how breath-holding can redefine the boundaries of our mental and physical capabilities.
Read MoreGluten actually damages their small intestine’s villi, which allow for nutrient absorption and digestion. Too much damage to villi leads to malnutrition and weight loss, as well as long-term chronic conditions like osteoporosis, cancer, and autoimmune diseases.
Read MoreCould hormones be the secret key to unlocking your metabolic health? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Jay Wrigley, a specialist in functional medicine and hormonal health. As we dive into the intricacies of how hormonal changes impact our metabolism, along with the implications on weight management, we learn that it’s not all about diet.
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard that excessive sunlight should be avoided at all costs.
But what you haven’t heard is that not getting enough sun could be shortening your lifespan.
According to a 20-year study performed by scientists in Sweden, non-smokers who don’t get enough sunlight have a similar life expectancy to smokers in the highest sun exposure group.
Read MoreOur guest Martin Silva, a renowned fitness professional hailing from Australia, gives us a glimpse into his transformation from being a personal trainer to creating an online transformation program. Martin shares his struggles with food and how he conquered them, which offers a ray of hope for those who have been battling unhealthy lifestyles for over two decades.
Read MoreDr. Jeff Crippen, a passionate chiropractor, draws upon his own personal health journey and the intriguing insights from his book, Timeless Youth, to challenge our perception of modern healthcare.
Read MoreHeart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States.
But did you know its presentation depends on your sex?
We know heart disease is a devastating condition that does permanent damage to the body. However, men and women share the disease burden differently, depending on specific factors.
Read MoreMichael Matheson Miller speaks with heart surgeon, Dr. Philip Ovadia MD, about metabolic health, diet, science, cholesterol, insulin resistance, the US government food pyramid, Ancel Keys and the cholesterol – saturated fat -heart disease hypothesis.
Read MoreBen Azadi reveals how he found purpose in health, particularly through the ketogenic diet and fasting. He presents an interesting perspective on the concept of keto flexing, highlighting the importance of metabolic flexibility. Listeners, prepare to be enlightened on how incorporating healthy carbs can aid hormonal conversions and why ketosis is not a one-size-fits-all solution for weight loss.
Read MoreStay Off My Operating Table® Podcast with Dr. Philip Ovadia Imagine this: your parents – the pillars of your life – are locked in a battle of metabolic illnesses and you are helpless. This is the stark reality that our guest, Olivia Khwaja, faced which led her to pivot from a corporate career to a journey Read More
Stevie Jay and Diane Ducey speak with cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia, author of the book “Stay Off My Operating Table.”
Read MoreMany people think that their age is a shield against heart disease.
And while youth can certainly play a part in your health, it offers poor protection against processed foods, excessive alcohol, and sugary snacks.
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