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This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠The Primal Skincare.⁠⁠ We are told that high cholesterol and LDL cause heart disease; this is not the case. We have lowered saturated fat and cholesterol drastically, yet heart disease is still the number one killer worldwide. Dr Ovadia, a board-certified heart surgeon, will discuss how to fix your heart, the truth about cholesterol as a risk marker, and how insulin resistance drives plaque in the arteries. In this episode, we explain: The Statin Trap: Why cholesterol-lowering drugs can increase insulin resistance and cause long-term harm to your health.The Real Enemy: How processed foods and industrial seed oils drive the arterial inflammation that leads to heart attacks. Insulin Resistance: The hidden, underlying root cause of heart disease that standard tests usually miss.Protective Fats: Why natural animal fats do not cause heart failure and why real meat acts as medicine for your body.Reversing Plaque: How switching your diet and fixing your metabolism can clear your arteries and restore your heart.

This episode is brought to you by Primal Skincare. Dr Bright is a thyroid doctor who has decades of experience treating hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s with diet and iodine. In this episode, she will explain how to naturally heal your thyroid, the foods to avoid, how to take iodine, and the role of NDT in low thyroid. Dr Bright’s book: https://amzn.to/4gjYo26 Thyroid markers to test: - TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone): A brain hormone that signals your thyroid gland to produce more or less thyroid hormone. - Free T4 (Free Thyroxine): The main storage hormone produced by your thyroid that is active, unbound, and available for your body to use. - Free T3 (Free Triiodothyronine): The highly active form of the thyroid hormone that directly controls your metabolism and cellular energy production. - TPOAb (Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies): An autoimmune marker used to detect if your immune system is mistakenly attacking your thyroid gland. - TgAb (Thyroglobulin Antibodies): An antibody marker tested alongside TPOAb to help identify autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto's or Graves' disease.

This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠The Primal Skincare. Dr Jason Fung is an expert in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity with science. He will explain why it’s not about calories; it’s about insulin and cortisol. Both are important for reducing blood sugar and insulin levels. In this episode, we reveal: The Calorie Myth: Why eating less just slows down your metabolism and leaves you trapped.Fat Storage Mode: How high insulin levels physically lock your fat cells so your body cannot burn them for fuel.Reversing Diabetes: Why type 2 diabetes is a dietary disease that can be reversed, not a life sentence.Food Order Secrets: How changing the order of the foods on your plate alters how your hormones react.Fasting for Freedom: Simple, no-cost fasting methods that reset your body and lower your insulin naturally.

This episode is brought to you by Primal Skincare. Glycine deficiency can cause inflammation and poor sleep, according to Dr. Joel Brind. Dr Joel Brind is an expert in glycine and will discuss how glycine deficiency can cause inflammation, aches and pain, and poor sleep. He will discuss the science behind glycine, its effects on metabolic pathways, and the appropriate glycine dose. In this episode, we reveal: Deep Sleep Magic: How glycine tells your brain it is time to drop into a deep, restful sleep.Stopping Pain: The truth about why your body swells and how to turn off chronic inflammation.Anti-Aging Secrets: How this simple nutrient slows down the aging process to keep you feeling young.Blood Sugar Help: The surprising way glycine protects your body from metabolic crashes and diabetes.Everyday Sources: Where to find glycine and exactly how much you need to take.

It turns out that belly fat is not a sign that you lack willpower. It is a sign that your stress levels and insulin are out of balance. This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Primal Skincare.⁠ I sat down with holistic doctor Sten Ekberg to explain why standard calorie counting fails and how to fix your metabolism for good. If you want to lose belly fat without feeling hungry all day, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we reveal: Insulin Resistance: Why high stress and rising insulin force your body to store stubborn fat around your stomach.Sugar Cravings: How blood sugar crashes trick your brain into wanting food even when you are full.The Calorie Trap: Why eating less and doing endless cardio just slows down your metabolism and causes belly fat and visceral fat.Smart Fasting: How simple meal timing lowers your insulin levels so your body can burn stored fat for energy.Metabolic Reset: Practical ways to fix your health so you can lose the weight and keep it off naturally without suffering.

This episode is brought to you by ⁠⁠The Primal Skincare. Is your "healthy" supplement routine actually causing mineral imbalances? Today, we are joined by Morley Robbins, creator of the Root Cause Protocol, to expose the systemic mineral dysregulation that is driving modern chronic illness. While many focus on iron levels, Morley reveals why the real "mineral disaster" lies in copper deficiency, magnesium depletion, and the vital role of bioavailable iodine. We break down how iron toxicity and copper dysregulation sabotage your mitochondria and lead to the exhaustion, metabolic issues, and health crises we see today. In This Episode, We Reveal: The Root Cause Protocol: Why modern health issues are often rooted in mineral metabolism rather than just "bad genes."The Iron-Copper Connection: The critical role of ceruloplasmin and why simple iron supplementation may be causing more harm than good.The Magnesium Gap: Why 90% of the population is deficient and how it impacts cellular energy production.Iodine Deficiency: Why this essential trace element is the "missing link" for thyroid and adrenal health.

This episode is brought to you by The Primal Skincare. Dr. Anthony Chaffee is a doctor and an expert in nutrition and its effects on the brain. In this episode, Dr. Chaffee will explain how sugar can damage the brain and cause brain-related diseases, from dementia and Alzheimer’s, to lack of focus and mental health issues. Dr. Chaffee explains how all carbohydrates are sugar, even bread, rice, and pasta, and the effects of fructose and glucose on brain metabolism. Dr. Chaffee explains the science of how our brain runs better on ketones and the science of ketosis.  What you'll learn in this episode: How sugar damages the brain: Why extra sugar ages your body from the inside out and tears up your arteries.Fixing your metabolism: How dropping carbs and moving toward a meat-based diet gives your mitochondria a massive upgrade.The truth about animal fats: Why your brain desperately needs saturated fats and Vitamin B12 to repair itself and function properly.Diet and mental health: The surprising link between processed carbs, seed oils, and conditions like ADHD or severe depression.The 30-day carb-free challenge: What actually happens to your focus, energy, and mood when your body fully adapts to burning fat for fuel.

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Primal Skincare. Is your "healthy" grass-fed beef and pasture-raised chicken actually driving inflammation? In this eye-opening episode, regenerative farmer David Boatright (Fed from the Farm) exposes the massive gap between corporate food labeling and true nutritional quality. From chemical interventions like meat gassing to the regulatory loopholes of "organic" marketing, David breaks down the health consequences of factory farming and provides a practical framework for sourcing nutrient-dense, species-appropriate food that supports long-term metabolic health. In This Episode, We Reveal: The Meat Gassing Illusion: How major corporations use carbon monoxide to mask spoilage and manipulate meat color.The Pasture-Raised Deception: Why the majority of supermarket "pasture-raised" poultry never steps foot outside.The Vegetarian-Fed Chicken Myth: The biological reality of why omnivorous birds require animal protein to yield nutrient-dense eggs.Chemical Interventions in Poultry: What happens to your gut microbiome when you ingest chicken processed in chlorine baths.Hormonal Cascades in Dairy: The medical and endocrine implications of rBST and growth hormones in conventional milk.The Raw Milk Landscape: An objective analysis of the immunological benefits, enzymatic activity, and actual safety profiles of unpasteurized dairy.The Alpha-Gal Epidemic: How the Lone Star tick triggers a life-altering mammalian meat allergy and its connection to immune health.

This episode is brought to you by The Primal Skincare. World-renowned sports scientist and metabolic health expert Prof. Tim Noakes breaks down the science of evolutionary human metabolism and evaluates how modern carbohydrate consumption directly drives metabolic dysfunction, obesity, and insulin resistance. We explore his groundbreaking 2026 study on carbohydrate ingestion and exercise performance, moving past outdated dietary dogmas to look at the real drivers of fat adaptation, cellular health, and longevity. Whether you are navigating the nuances of sugar addiction, trying to optimize your physical performance, or looking for an evidence-based roadmap to reverse chronic illness, this episode provides a scientific guide to reclaiming your metabolic health. In This Episode, We Reveal: The Evolutionary Metabolism Model: Why humans are physiologically designed to utilize fat as a primary fuel source rather than carbohydrates.The Insulin Resistance Cycle: The profound biological impact of chronic glucose and insulin elevation on cellular degradation, fat storage, and systemic disease.The 2026 Performance Paradigm: How the latest clinical research challenges traditional "carb-loading" myths and proves the efficacy of fat adaptation for elite physical performance.Overcoming Sugar Addiction: A medical and behavioral critique of processed ingredients, carbohydrate dependencies, and practical steps to break the addiction cycle.The Muscle and Liver Glucose Pools: Understanding the complex physiological limits of glycogen storage, and how lowering your fasting insulin below 6 units unlocks optimal fat burning.

This episode is brought to you by the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Primal Tallow Soaps & Balms.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Can a 14-day transition away from carbohydrates fundamentally lower your insulin and help you lose weight? In this episode, metabolic researcher Dr. Andrew Koutnik (PhD) joins us to deconstruct the pathophysiology of keto-adaptation and the long-term systemic effects of nutritional ketosis. Drawing from years of rigorous clinical research and his work in metabolic therapy, Dr. Koutnik explains why the body’s transition from glucose to fatty acid oxidation is a multi-phased biological process.. From the nuances of lipidology and LDL markers to the therapeutic application of carbohydrate restriction for chronic disease, this conversation provides the clarity needed to look past the "fad" and understand the science of metabolic switching. Whether you are looking to reverse insulin resistance or simply lose excess body weight, you will understand what happens to the body when you quit carbohydrates.  In This Episode, We Reveal: The 5 Phases of Keto Adaptation: A detailed scientific breakdown of how the body transitions from acute glycogen depletion to long-term stabilization over six weeks.The Insulin-Adipose Axis: Why high insulin levels act as a biochemical "lock" on fat stores and how restriction facilitates rapid fat oxidation.Lipidology & Cardiovascular Health: A look at LDL cholesterol on a ketogenic diet and why common cardiovascular markers are often misinterpreted in a low-carb context.Therapeutic Ketosis: Exploring the clinical evidence for using carbohydrate restriction as a primary intervention for metabolic and neurological conditions.Hidden Carbohydrates & Label Literacy: Identifying the metabolic impact of hidden sugars and "net carb" marketing that can derail hormonal optimization.The Randall Cycle & Fuel Competition: Understanding how the body prioritizes fuel sources and the biological consequences of chronic "metabolic inflexibility."

This episode is brought to you by The Primal Skincare. Vascular surgeon Dr. Lily Johnston breaks down the definitive science of heart attack prevention and evaluates how modern diet and lifestyle choices directly accelerate or mitigate your cardiovascular risk. We explore the complex biological mechanisms underlying plaque formation and arterial rupture, moving beyond outdated dogmas to examine the real drivers of vascular disease: chronic inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and the direct effects of insulin and glucose on your endothelial lining. Whether you are navigating the nuances of cholesterol management or looking for the most accurate diagnostic testing, this episode provides an authoritative, evidence-based roadmap to optimize your heart health and protect your arteries. In This Episode, We Reveal: The Pathophysiology of Plaque: How arterial plaque forms, why it ruptures, and the crucial clinical distinction between volatile soft plaque and stable calcified plaque.The Metabolic Drivers: The profound impact of chronic glucose and insulin elevation on arterial degradation.Advanced Diagnostics: Why standard lipid panels fail to show the whole picture, and how advanced imaging tools can detect early-stage disease.The Cholesterol Matrix: A scientific contextualization of LDL, the complexities of HDL, and whether elevated markers are a true risk factor on low-carbohydrate diets.Dietary Realities: A medical critique of common foods, the cardiovascular impact of processed ingredients, and the evidence supporting the Mediterranean diet.Scientific Resources & Dr. Johnston’s Work: Dr. Lily Johnston (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@lilyjohnstonmdCleerly Health: https://cleerlyhealth.com/CardioRisk Ultrasound Testing: https://cardiorisk.com/HeartFlow CT Analysis: https://www.heartflow.com/

This episode is brought to you by the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Primal Tallow Soaps & Balms.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join us as cardiologist Dr. Pradip Jamnadas (MD) explains the link between chronic inflammation and visceral fat. In this episode, we explore how high insulin levels act as a metabolic brake, preventing fat oxidation and cellular renewal. Dr. Jamnadas shares his vast cardiovascular expertise to explain the science of cellular autophagy and why prolonged fasting is a clinical powerhouse for cellular repair. By shifting the focus from calories to hormonal optimization, this episode offers a masterclass in preventative medicine. This episode is essential for anyone interested in the science of fasting, both intermittent fasting and the magic of the 36 hour fast, and how it can improve metabolic flexibility.  In This Episode, We Reveal: The Dangers of Visceral Fat: A clinical review of why ectopic fat storage in the abdominal cavity is the primary driver of systemic inflammation and cardiovascular disease.The Insulin-Adipose Connection: Understanding the hormonal "lock" that prevents the mobilization of stored energy and how fasting restores insulin sensitivity.Autophagy & Cellular Maintenance: A scientific breakdown of the body’s innate repair mechanism and the specific fasting durations required to trigger protein recycling.The "Starvation" Myth vs. Clinical Fasting: Differentiating between nutrient deprivation and the controlled, physiological state of metabolic switching.Electrolytes & Metabolic Support: Why sodium, magnesium, and potassium are non-negotiable for maintaining cardiovascular stability during extended fasting windows.Worst foods: Identifying the "healthy" processed foods that trigger metabolic dysfunction and the four nutrient-dense pillars of health.

This episode is brought to you by the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Primal Tallow Soaps & Balms.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Is it possible that our obsession with calories is blinding us to the true hormonal driver of obesity? In this episode, world-renowned metabolic researcher and insulin scientist Dr. Ben Bikman (PhD) joins us to deconstruct the "insulin-centric paradigm" of fat regulation. Drawing from his extensive laboratory research on the molecular mechanisms of metabolic disorders, Dr. Bikman explains why fat cells cannot store energy without the presence of insulin, regardless of caloric intake. From the competition of fuels in the Randall Cycle to the specific way carbohydrates and saturated fats interact with cellular signaling, this conversation provides the clarity needed to master your metabolism. Whether you are battling a weight-loss plateau or seeking root-cause insights into chronic disease, this discussion provides a clear path on how insulin affects metabolism, fat loss, and metabolic flexibility. In This Episode, We Reveal: The Insulin-Centric Paradigm: A scientific breakdown of why insulin is the primary gatekeeper of fat storage and how high levels prevent fat oxidation.The Mechanics of Fat Loss: Why "burning what you eat" is physiologically distinct from burning stored adipose tissue, and how to trigger the latter.The Randall Cycle & Fuel Prioritization: Understanding how the body chooses between glucose and fatty acids for fuel and the consequences of "metabolic inflexibility."Carbohydrates vs. Saturated Fats: A nuanced look at how different macronutrients influence insulin sensitivity and why the combination of carbs and fats can be a metabolic "perfect storm."Strategic Fasting & Refeeding: Why you should prioritize proteins and fats when breaking a fast to maintain a stable metabolic state.Identifying Clinical Markers: How to interpret common blood markers to identify insulin resistance long before it manifests as Type 2 Diabetes.

This episode is brought to you by the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Primal Tallow Soaps & Balms.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Is your body "broken," or is it actually performing a brilliant survival mechanism? In this episode, Dr. Mindy Pelz, the pioneering author of Fast Like a Girl and Age Like a Girl, joins us to break down the traditional "calories in, calories out" myth. Referencing her years of clinical experience and metabolic research, Dr. Pelz explains why belly fat is often a protective response to hormonal imbalances rather than a lack of willpower. From the specific biochemical triggers of a 36-hour fast to the "Violin and Kazoo" analogy of women’s hormonal health, this conversation provides the clarity needed to optimize your biology at any age. In This Episode, We Reveal: - The Autophagy Reset: A scientific breakdown of how to double cellular "cleanup" and the specific fasting windows required to initiate stem cell rejuvenation. - The Brilliance of Belly Fat: Why your body stores fat around the midsection as a protective measure against cortisol and insulin, and how to signal to your brain that it’s safe to release it. - The 36-Hour Healing Protocol: A deep dive into the power of extended fasts for metabolic flexibility and resetting the "weight loss thermostat."- Hormones vs. Calories: Why counting calories fails most women and how to align your eating and fasting patterns with your natural circadian and hormonal rhythms. - 6 Fasting Methods To Burn Belly Fat: Carnivore fasting, olive oil, and sardine fasting.

This episode is brought to you by the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Primal Tallow Soaps & Balms.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this masterclass on metabolic restoration, Dr. Annette Bosworth (MD), known globally as Dr. Boz, joins us to explain the pathophysiology of insulin resistance. With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Boz explains why hyperinsulinemia often remains undiagnosed for years before manifesting as Type 2 Diabetes or cardiovascular disease. Dr. Boz details the "Sardine Trick”, a targeted nutritional intervention designed to restore insulin sensitivity by leveraging high-density, bioavailable nutrients to bypass metabolic stalls. Through the perspective of Dr. Boz’s patient case study, we explore the journey from a broken metabolism and insulin resistance to metabolic flexibility. From the utility of the "Dr. Boz Ratio" to the dangers of "powderized" modern foods, this conversation provides a rigorous, evidence-based roadmap for anyone seeking to reverse chronic illness and optimize mitochondrial function.