Podcasts by Healthy Mind Fit Body
How The Mind/Body Connection Can Help You Achieve Well-Being
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158–Final episode, official narrative collapse with Omicron, mental growth, resilience, eudaemonia from 2022-01-27T18:04:28
The wave of covid cases of the omicron variant continues to spread worldwide, and the covid-19 vaccines (and boosters) clearly aren’t preventing infection and spread of it. Only one kind of monoclo...
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157–Pandemic of centralized control and coercion, vaccination aspiration issue, decentralized nutritional health from 2021-11-03T06:02:05
The pandemic restrictions continue to stress people around the globe. Ubiquitous, cheap testing for individuals is still not being offered, though some rapid-antigen tests have become available (at...
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156–Delta variant issues and covid-19 vaccines, ivermectin and nanobodies as solutions, integrating trauma instead of reliving it from 2021-09-06T21:16:10
Centralized, top-down organizations continue to forward vaccines at the exclusion of viable solutions, regardless of costs. Higher viral load found with Delta variant of SARS2. Israel evidenced mor...
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155–Ills of authoritarianism, Covid-19 vaccine controversies, ivermectin for prevention and treatment from 2021-07-30T21:59:08
The CCP in China remains opposed to any thorough investigations of the origins of SARS2, which isn’t surprising given the nature of that domination system. Joe Rogan had an “emergency podcast” abou...
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154–Detrimental corporate farming, vegan dogma, YouTube take-downs and crime of the century from 2021-06-25T02:07:21
Riffing on the last episode with Robb Wolf, we explore more of the misguided perspectives of the corporate-model of farming and ranching, followed by the viable and sustainable solutions to providi...
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153–Longevity, the human condition, Sacred Cow, and viable food solutions with guest Robb Wolf from 2021-05-31T06:55:13
Returning guest (from 11yrs ago!..linked below) Robb Wolf is author of The Paleo Solution, Wired To Eat, and co-author of Sacred Cow. We discuss the nature of futurism and how increased longevity, ...
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152–Vaccines and covid-19 research, best solutions, healthy eating and nurturing self-relationship from 2021-05-11T15:56
Vaccine development and vaccinations for covid-19 continue, as the pandemic massively affects India. Hopefully intranasal vaccines, as explained in episode 150, will come to market sooner rather th...
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151–FDA impeding pandemic solutions, nature of dieting, costly dietary guidelines, keto treats from 2021-04-20T13:00:42
While the Olympics in Tokyo are scheduled this summer, only the athletes and local spectators will be allowed entry. Japan’s vaccine rollout has been minimal thus far. In America there’s a chance t...
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150–Covid testing, nasal spray vaccines, trust and self-empowerment instead of hierarchical control from 2021-04-04T03:52:20
Can “immunity bubbles” be created through testing? It depends on the nature of the rapid-antigen tests being used and whether they are able to detect asymptomatic infectious persons. Clearly, not u...
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149–Catching up with Kevin, doughnut-related issues, keto-carnivore-ish blood readings from labs from 2021-03-11T03:33:52
In this episode Kevin joins in the fun! In addition to addressing healthy blood test results, we discuss a range of issues, from the seeming slow pace of anti-aging biotech (Aubrey de Grey!), the m...
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148–Questioning dogmatic pronouncements and propaganda, weight-loss remedies, sunlight benefits from 2021-02-19T10:29:45
Once again, we need widespread rapid antigen testing (for all individuals, not just “authorized” clinics) and engineered nanobodies (AeroNabs) and lipopeptides to end the pandemic. Of course, gover...
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147–Challenging common mistaken assumptions in the nutritional realm, once again from 2021-01-30T14:58:42
In this episode we explore the realm of medical and nutritional dogmas, which we’ve of course covered in the past, yet they continue to mislead and prevent helpful strategies. Turns out, sitting is...
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146–Metabolic Health Conference, developmental questions by Nathaniel Branden from 2021-01-14T12:30:51
In this shorter episode we note the upcoming low-carb conference (online), which will offer a lot of useful information about achieving metabolic health and well-being. Our physical health remains ...
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145–Medical establishment problems, rapid antigen tests, personal empowerment amidst domination systems from 2020-12-29T14:32:07
In this episode to round out 2020, we focus on a way to end the pandemic via making cheap rapid antigen tests widely available to individuals (sans prescriptions), so everyone can be informed and e...
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144–Aerosolized nanobodies, RNA vaccines, institutional problems, beef for health, non-sacrificial ethics from 2020-12-10T04:43:38
Amidst the highest number of SARS cov-2/covid-19 cases in America and tragic fatalities during the pandemic, potent antivirals from UCSF (YT link below) and Columbia, for instance, could end the ne...
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143–Lipopeptides and nanobodies as pandemic solutions, nature of gender and need for self-esteem from 2020-11-22T10:05:19
We’re of course still being challenged by the pandemic and the fear-based and control-ridden responses to it by governments. The tragic Covid-19 fatalities are still considerably lower than during ...
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142–Nanobodies for resolving the pandemic, perspectives on sexuality and violence, boundaries, bodily integration from 2020-11-06T13:42:01
Treating our bodies well with optimal nutrition (lower carb/keto, Primal/Paleo/Carnivorish) can help a lot during this trying pandemic. Engineered nanobodies, which are both relatively inexpensive ...
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141–Pandemic updates, nature of mistakes and moralistic cycles, fostering mindsight from 2020-10-22T13:29:49
The governmentally imposed restrictions during the pandemic have taken a major toll on people’s health and well-being. Updated scientific information reveals that contact with surfaces exposed to t...
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140–Covid-19 treatments, still needing AeroNabs, emotional expression and mindsight from 2020-10-07T07:59:15
We cover the latest in the Covid-19 saga, including Trump’s treatments, which appear to assist in recovery. Once again, the coercive organization known as the FDA stands in the way of companies bri...
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139–Dealing with fear, cultivating relaxed, confident benevolence, and rupture-repair work from 2020-09-22T07:23:22
As America reaches a (reported) death toll of 200,000 from Covid-19, we still need bottom-up solutions such as AeroNabs to be highlighted by the media and brought to market. There’s still some hope...
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138–Pandemic solutions from the bottom up, can-do spirit, repairing connection ruptures from 2020-09-07T23:23:12
Once again, bringing AeroNabs to market needs to be prioritized along with ubiquitous testing (including at home), so society can return to some semblance of normalcy. Top-down command-and-control ...
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137–AeroNabs to bring the pandemic to a close, valuing ourselves, fostering coherence from 2020-08-23T00:24:10
As this coronavirus pandemic and the varying governmental restrictions drag on (still with inadequate personal testing and problematic contact tracing), many still hope for an effective (and safe) ...
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136–Healthy nutrition during a pandemic, inner and interpersonal repair work from 2020-08-06T03:37:20
Many months into this pandemic, we’re still experiencing the unfortunate effects of coercive systems trying to deal with the spread of sars cov2. These systems not only can create backlash, but the...
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135–Keto conference online, dealing with fear and trauma, and reparenting ourselves from 2020-07-21T04:27:06
The Low-Carb San Diego Keto Conference is happening online next month, which will offer lots of helpful information about nutrition and health, something especially vital during this ongoing pandem...
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134–Cultivating healthy minds, Self-fullness, dietary guidelines, guilt and coherent narratives from 2020-07-07T03:14:47
To cultivate healthy minds, we need to achieve clarity about a lot of systemic issue. As we do, we can actualize our potential, seeking to meet needs for enriching connection, intrinsically motivat...
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133–Empathy distribution, psychedelic movement issues arising from domination systems from 2020-06-20T19:50:18
We really need systems involving free minds and free markets to remedy the unjust systems that continue to diminish people’s lives and well-being throughout society. Power-over strategies tragicall...
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132–Understanding domination thinking and systems amidst crises, cultivating potentialities from 2020-06-06T20:40:25
In times of major societal stress, like today, it’s vital to practice self-acceptance, self-empathy, and self-compassion. Currently, America is trying to make sense of and deal with systemic injust...
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131–Organizational hindrances to pandemic recovery, voluntary solutions, self-worth integration from 2020-05-19T22:49:36
In this episode we explore facets of problematic organizations and their need to transform, so pandemics and a multiplicity of other challenges can be effectively dealt with, minimizing harm to ind...
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130–Testing options, psychedelic journeys into self and reality, steep price of punishment from 2020-05-01T04:20:52
As the pandemic continues, we are still waiting for availability of at-home testing (both molecular and serological), which will be able to shine a vital light for people to make sound decisions (i...
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129–Pandemic problems, nature of authority, trust and collaboration, respect and authenticity from 2020-04-17T04:35:01
From America, various aspects of the pandemic are explored, including how a free and responsible society would effectively deal with it. This contrasts with what we’ve been experiencing in terms of...
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128–Pandemic and crucial testing, cultivating love and attachment ABCs from 2020-03-31T23:40:33
More about the pandemic in this shorter show, including the necessity of thorough coronavirus testing that can allow most people to resume their normal lives. Wearing masks is an important part of ...
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127–Pandemic issues, personal health focus, attachment repairs, and visibility from 2020-03-17T16:10:29
More overview of the coronavirus impact, sadly. Ubiquitous and fast testing (and mask-wearing) needs to be a priority, instead of shutting down commerce and societal functioning for an arbitrary or...
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126–Coronavirus, mortality, achievements of ancient Greece, consideration and dignity from 2020-03-01T00:27:50
Greetings again from Athens. In covering more tragic stories about the coronavirus, we explore the nature of mortality and then early Ionia, essentially what the artists created and philosophers de...
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125–Coronavirus, systemic medical-care problems, self-care and humor sans humiliation from 2020-02-16T00:36:28
After covering various issues surrounding the coronavirus, we explore ways that modern medicine has been falling short for patients in particular and humanity in general. Science journalist John Ho...
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124–Cultural themes, sound nutrition and sustainability, need for trust from 2020-01-27T06:35:33
After covering some recent news from Hong Kong and an another recap of experiences in lovely Japan, we delve into some more nutritional notions. Regarding sustainability, we can maintain biological...
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123–Sorting various facts from fictions in the culture and dietary-advice world from 2020-01-11T06:07:06
After covering more enjoyable experiences in Japan, both foodie and cultural, some historical tragedies and modern legal system problems are explored, which underscore the need for respect, restora...
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122–Issues involving obesity, nutritional, developmental, and cultural from 2019-12-26T02:49:14
Happy holidays, from Japan. In this episode I cover the worldwide problem of childhood obesity and nutritional deficiencies, which is related to what the nutrition establishment has been advising o...
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121–Free Hong Kong, ACEs, and a rational, predictable, and intelligible world from 2019-12-12T05:33:11
Freedom for Hong Kong! :) If we don’t focus on what ails us, in terms of developmental trauma, we’ll tend to relive it. So, it’s vital to recognize and be mindful of the impact of ACEs (Adverse Chi...
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120–Show reboot and highlights from 2yr hiatus from 2019-11-25T10:30:59
Greetings! The podcast is finally up and running once again, after aging for a couple years like a big block of sharp cheddar. ;) Wes is solo this go-round, and I cover a variety of topics in this ...
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119–Liberation from shame pathways from 2017-11-24T02:54:07
(duration 43:57) We’re finally back in the saddle (apologies for the delay!). As we’ve let the show age like a fine primal wine, we share news that Kevin is departing and that Wes will continue sol...
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118–Facets of shame from 2017-09-08T02:06:14
(duration 42:58) After covering Kev’s summer travels in Europe, in our second episode about shame we discuss the various aspects of shame and guilt. Since shame is the opposite of self-esteem, “hea...
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117–Origins of shame from 2017-08-01T01:54:36
(duration 45:59) This is the first episode in our series on the nature of shame. After outlining the basic aspects of shame (i.e., the belief and sense that one is unworthy or flawed in some irrede...
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116–Self-leadership from 2017-04-12T06:18:05
(duration 30:09) In this episode we offer a summary of the nature of internal critical parts via the Internal Family Systems perspective. They can be viewed from the standpoint of managing exiled w...
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115–The inner controller from 2017-03-20T03:59:18
(duration 23:43) The seventh and last inner critic we discuss is the inner controller, which tries to control various impulses and choices that might lead to ill effects, although it lacks trust in...
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114–The taskmaster from 2017-03-01T05:31:36
(duration 18:39) This time we discuss the kind of inner critic known as the taskmaster, which tries to keep one from being considered mediocre or lazy. It fears failure and thus pushes more and mor...
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113–The molder from 2017-02-19T01:53:15
(duration 19:45) In this episode we delve into the nature of the inner critic called the molder, which is formed early on in our minds, attempting to keep us from being abandoned, punished, shamed ...
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112–The destroyer from 2017-01-29T05:42:38
(duration 18:42) In this episode we cover the nature of the inner critic identified as the destroyer. We can tragically internalize severe judgments against our self-worth early in life, in family ...
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111–The underminer from 2017-01-11T07:48:47
(duration 20:35) In this episode we explore the nature of the underminer, a major aspect of inner critic that directly diminishes self-confidence and self-respect, detracting from a sense of effica...
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110–The guilt-tripper from 2016-12-23T19:06:59
(duration 23:07) In this episode we delve into the nature of the guilt-tripper, the kind of inner critic that tends to say such things as “You should have done that, instead of this!” or “You shoul...
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109–The perfectionist from 2016-12-08T22:02:28
(duration 15:24) As we explore various “inner critics,” we’re basically identifying parts that represent aspects of unhealed developmental trauma. In this episode we cover the voice of the perfecti...
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108–Introduction to the inner critic and its types from 2016-11-20T20:04:58
(duration 19:27) This is the beginning of our series about the “inner critic,” wherein we delve into the various facets of this internal dialogue, which essentially lacks self-acceptance, self-comp...
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107–Unconditional self-love from 2016-10-23T22:46:17
(duration 23:33) We return from an extended summer hiatus to discuss the nature of unconditional love and unconditional self-love. The internal dialogue with ourselves needs explicit attention and ...
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106–The importance of taking time-in for yourself from 2016-07-25T06:53:44
(duration 21:53) In this episode we discuss the nature of intrinsic motivation to heal and grow, which entails focusing on one’s developmental history and practicing the mental essentials of self-a...
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105–Introduction to the study of Adverse Childhood Experiences from 2016-06-05T04:40:35
(duration 17:36) In this episode we explore the ACE study and how trauma in childhood can severely affect our health and well-being. This is the beginning of our ongoing discussion of the developme...
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104–Focusing on emotional well-being from 2016-05-08T22:02:18
(duration 11:46) In this episode we discuss our new burn-fat-for-life program, which reflects our renewed focus on the mental aspects of living well and being well. This involves an inner true-self...
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103–Mastering habits from 2016-01-18T00:07:23
(duration 15:41) In this episode we discuss the nature of habits and how we can formulate enriching strategies that can last a lifetime. This entails learning how to meet needs without the usual co...
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102–Finding your motivation from 2016-01-16T18:01:16
(duration 10:04) Another short episode (2 of 3 in our series), in which we cover some of the possibly overlooked aspects of motivation. We’ll be exploring these vital aspects much more in our new c...
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101–Self-concept facets from 2016-01-14T23:18:14
(duration 11:17) We’re back! In this short episode, we cover some of the mental aspects that we’ll be exploring in our new course called Burn Fat For Life. Stay tuned for the next two episodes… Ple...
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100–HMFB takeaways from 2013-02-01T14:01:25
(duration 55:52) In this final episode (yes, we’re ending at the century mark), we share some of our stories abroad, such as coconuts and natural pedestrian movement in Vietnam. ;) We cover some of...
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99–Interview with Eat by Choice, Not by Habit author Sylvia Haskvitz from 2012-12-19T10:58:16
(duration 36:57)In this show we talk with nonviolent communication (NVC) trainer Sylvia about her book and experiences helping individuals relate to themselves and others in life-enriching ways. In...
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98–Choices to be healthy from 2012-11-05T01:22:20
(duration 24:29)In this episode we discuss keeping healthy during such candy-laden times as Halloween. Dark chocolate and coconut shavings “toasted” in either butter or coconut oil are great altern...
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97–The mental side of weight loss and our new webinar from 2012-09-22T02:28:53
(duration 15:51)In this episode (sorry for the delay!) we discuss the various problems with the “calorie-counting diet and exercise” approach to weight loss. This sort of lifestyle is not really he...
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96–Reflections on the Olympics and understanding self-compassion from 2012-08-14T16:29:28
(duration 36:20)In this show we discuss aspects of the 2012 Olympics (and the scant NBC coverage, as usual), including our personal favorites such as the Coca Cola collectors cans! ;) What better ...
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95–Interview with Sweet Potato Power author Ashley Tudor from 2012-07-21T21:18:18
(duration 41:55)With our guest Ashley Tudor, we explore the ins and outs of the splendid root known as the sweet potato, often called “yams” in grocery stores (which is a misnomer because yam is ac...
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94–Carb binges and standards of perfection from 2012-07-05T05:57:06
(duration 25:21)In this show we delve into the process of binging on carbs, as noted in a recent study. In an all-too-common practice, people reach for the carbs to deal with their hunger and cravi...
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93–Grocery shopping and eating your veggies from 2012-06-17T00:51:03
(duration 29:58)In this show we discuss a trip to the grocery store, providing some insights regarding such things as coconut milk, meats, and peanut butter. As far as vegetables go, studies have s...
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92–Issues of weight loss and gain and life-extension from 2012-05-27T01:57:55
(duration 23:31) We discuss Kevin’s return to cool SoCal from hot and humid Asia. Apparently, traveling in developing countries can be a way to lose weight, whether or not one wants to! Lots of hea...
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91–Health and fitness traveling tales from Asia from 2012-05-04T00:35:10
(duration 24:00) In this show, we discuss the fine art of eating healthily while traveling abroad. Kevin relates his ongoing experiences in southeast Asia, where there’s hot food and hot climate! H...
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90–Listener Q&A about drinking, vegetarian and soy, self-image, fasting from 2012-04-11T22:05:29
(duration 26:55)In this show (sans Kev) I cover various questions from podcast listeners and our responses to them. Some take-aways: Drink water as your main libation; avoid overly sweet (carb-rich...
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89–Listener emails about calories, carbs, and success stories from 2012-03-18T06:16:49
(duration 26:26)In this show (sans Kev) I cover various questions from podcast listeners and our responses to them. Some take-aways: Go for full-fat coconut milk; If you cut your carb intake, you’r...
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88–Longer health and life spans, overweight explanations from 2012-02-23T21:13:30
(duration 22:16) In this show we discuss our experience at an LAfuturists meeting, where Aubrey de Grey gave a presentation on strategies for engineering negligible senescence and the necessary ste...
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87–Aging, school foods, rodent brains on fat from 2012-02-04T22:15:26
(duration 20:40) This show we cover a mix of things, starting with the stats on long-lived people in Japan. It turns out that many centenarians and super centenarians might not be alive! We share o...
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86–Interview with 100 Plus author Sonia Arrison, part 2 from 2012-01-16T18:30:25
(duration 20:43) We finish our discussion with Sonia about increased longevity, starting with innovation via the benefits of free market dynamics. We also explore various ways to get involved in th...
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85–Interview with 100 Plus author Sonia Arrison, part 1 from 2012-01-06T19:55:42
(duration 27:19)In this episode we discuss the book “100 Plus: How the Coming Age of Longevity Will Change Everything, From Careers and Relationships to Family and Faith” with its author, Sonia Arr...
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84–High-carb paleo issues from 2011-12-17T15:24:18
(duration 31:25)In this show we discuss the nature of the controversy about carb consumption among Paleo-style eaters in relation to health and longevity. Some have challenged the idea that Paleo i...
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83–The severe health effects of government from 2011-11-25T10:19:12
(duration 29:28) After discussing a recent cruise and the nature of the foods onboard, we delve into the parallel needs for self-responsibility and independent thinking in the realms of nutrition a...
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82–Nutella and breakfast fare nuttiness, highest intensity crossfit from 2011-11-01T04:58:05
(duration 20:35)In this episode we start off discussing chocolate and then examine the nutritional nature of the lawsuit against Nutella. The typical “breakfast foods” that are promoted and consume...
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81–Snipping the string of yo-yo dieting from 2011-10-09T03:06:16
(duration 26:24)In this episode we discuss the nature of gaining weight back and yo-yo diets. We cover a CBT study wherein subjects were not able to minimize post-treatment weight gain. We attribut...
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80–Entering The Zone with Dr. Barry Sears, part 2 from 2011-09-15T12:08:37
(duration 26:13) In the second half of our interview with Barry Sears, PhD, we begin by discussing the nature of “anti-nutrients,” such as lectins and phytates found primarily in grains and legumes...
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79–Entering The Zone with Dr. Barry Sears, part 1 from 2011-09-06T03:40:52
(duration 31:15) This is the first half of our interview with Barry Sears, PhD, in which we discuss the nature of eicosanoids and in particular arachidonic acid in relation to metabolic health and ...
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78–Ancestral health symposium reflections from 2011-08-20T21:48:05
(duration 25:40) This episode we discuss briefly the film Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead and the costly perspective of “living the good life” while having an unhealthy lifestyle. We don’t need to just ...
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77–Listener emails about exercise, training, nutrition and health from 2011-07-29T20:09:09
(duration 17:13) In this episode Kevin addresses a couple listener emails dealing with implementing the healthy mind fit body lifestyle. Communicating feelings and needs in a compassionate way will...
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76–The nature of self-control from 2011-07-12T07:41:39
(duration 22:42) In this show we discuss the process of staying focused on your healthy lifestyle choices. It’s not a matter of using either sheer will power or “tricks” to stay on track with your ...
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75–Cheat day defeat from 2011-06-26T20:45:56
(duration 26:20) In this show we delve into a couple listener questions regarding the transition to a healthier dietary lifestyle. What do you with your carb/junk food “cravings”? The main task inv...
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74–Complaining effectively with psychologist Guy Winch, part 2 from 2011-06-20T17:31:29
(duration 34:20) This is the second half of our interview with psychologist Guy Winch, author of a new book titled, “The Squeaky Wheel: Complaining the Right Way to Get Results, Improve Your Relati...
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73–Complaining effectively with psychologist Guy Winch, part 1 from 2011-06-12T21:55:29
(duration 41:43) This is the first half of our interview with psychologist Guy Winch, author of a new book titled, “The Squeaky Wheel: Complaining the Right Way to Get Results, Improve Your Relatio...
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72–Fiber, listener successes, and junk food school from 2011-05-30T14:54:55
(duration 23:45) This show we covered some listener emails. The first dealt with the topic of fiber; do we need it and can we get enough in our diet. Adequate amounts of insoluble and soluble fiber...
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71–Getting Skinny with guest Diana Spechler, part 2 from 2011-05-14T05:27:15
(duration 23:53)This is part two of our two-part interview with author Diana Spechler, author of Skinny, her latest novel. We pick up our discussion regarding body image issues, particularly being ...
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70–Getting Skinny with guest Diana Spechler, part 1 from 2011-05-06T02:32:13
(duration 27:57) This is part one of our two-part interview with author Diana Spechler, author of Skinny, her latest novel. We begin by discussing the nature of body image issues. As we noted a cou...
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69–Sex for health and fitness from 2011-04-19T05:43:22
(duration 19:30) In this episode we explore the topic of sex, specifically its health benefits, both physically and mentally. Hormones such as oxytocin and DHEA are fostered in the process. Immune ...
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68–Body image issues from 2011-04-06T01:44:57
(duration 26:17) In this show we discuss various psychological patterns in body image issues found on bodyconfession.com, a new site by Diana Spechler, whom we’ll be interviewing in a few weeks ab...
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67–Low-carb taubes in the land of dr oz from 2011-03-22T04:15:22
(duration 32:21)In this episode we explore the nature of the interview with Gary Taubes on The Dr. Oz show, set up on account of Taubes’ latest book, Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It. While ...
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66–Weight loss behaviors and mindset from 2011-03-06T03:54:14
(duration 24:12)This show we start out with a discussion of natural movement from my recent hiking experiences, and then we delve into an article by SciAm about behaviors that do and don’t contribu...
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65–Promoting change from within from 2011-02-18T15:45:38
(duration 24:05) In this show we discuss some of my new experiences in the Land Down Under and then touch on the six pillars of self-esteem by psychologist Nathaniel Branden. We address some of the...
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64–HCG diet facts and fictions from 2011-02-02T00:47:53
(duration 29:18) In this show we discuss the nature of the HCG diet, why it’s a fad and what the scientific research says. Rather than going the quick-fix route, which in this case entails eating o...
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63–Sowing the seeds of your own health success from 2011-01-19T18:22:24
(duration 28:59) We address the psychological topic of dealing with mental and behavioral changes, especially in relation to those who don’t want to give up their favorite comfort foods, which are ...
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62–Everyday Paleo with guest Sarah Fragoso from 2011-01-09T22:35:40
(duration 40:14) In this show we explore the facets of Sarah’s transition to Paleo nutrition, her upcoming book, and her focus on health and fitness while maintaining a busy lifestyle and family wi...
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61–The ills of hospitalization, living long and prospering from 2011-01-02T07:40:19
(duration 28:18) In this show, we relate the recent injuries and hospitalization of our close friends and discuss the nature of hospitalization, things to watch out for–such as superbugs–and things...
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60–The turning of the high-carb tide from 2010-12-25T00:51:48
(duration 32:57) In this show, we explore some expert opinions from the mainstream about the ills of carbs, which indicate that the high-carb/low-fat diet dogma is starting to be dispelled. Yet the...
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59–The ills of insulin, part 2 from 2010-12-14T05:01:42
(duration 35:00) In this second half of our discussion of the role insulin plays in fat storage, we cover the last two posts on the weightology.net blog that dispute insulin’s role. Guest Stephanie...
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58–The ills of insulin, part 1 from 2010-12-07T02:18:47
(duration 31:30) In this show, guest and friend Stephanie Murphy joins us to address a series of posts on the weightology.net blog that dispute the insulin factor in weight management. Stephanie’s ...
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57–Tis the season to challenge eating myths from 2010-11-29T00:33:34
(duration 17:59) In this show, we address some of the myths surrounding foods and eating during the holiday season. From gaining weight to so-called food “comas,” the primary culprit is over-doing ...
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56–Man v. food, metabolic advantage from 2010-11-21T18:47:51
(duration 16:06) In this show, we follow up with last week’s episode discussing the junk food diet and calories. We also explore excessive calorie consumption in relation to Adam, the host of Man v...
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55–The Twinkie diet and the mistaken calorie theory from 2010-11-13T13:03:05
(duration 27:26) In this show, we discuss the controversy over the so-called junk food (or twinkie or snack-cake) diet done by Mark Haub, a professor of human nutrition at Kansas State University. ...
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54–Fitness theory to practice with guest Keith Norris from 2010-11-05T19:12:28
(duration 39:26) In this episode, Kevin interviews fitness enthusiast and trainer Keith Norris, and they discuss the motivational aspects of peak performance and many of the finer points of maintai...
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53–Paleo bites the potato from 2010-10-27T15:03:04
(duration 18:04) In this show we discuss a couple news items dealing with what paleolithic humans ate and what this means for low-carb eating, or not. Regardless of what group ate what particular f...
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52–Is orthorexia a problem from 2010-10-19T20:50:12
(duration 25:48) In this show we discuss the nature of having “rigid” rules for eating. Is there a downside to eating healthily all the time? Further, are there any upsides to not caring much about...
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51–Tech devices for fitness, avoiding healthiness self-sabotage and happiness anxiety from 2010-10-11T00:13:28
(duration 24:23) In this show we discuss weight scales, heart monitors, and robots that are being used in the health community. Should we turn to technology to help us with our weight loss or fitne...
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50–How to overcome weight loss overwhelm issues from 2010-10-03T12:50
(duration 16:30) In this show we discuss a motivated listener’s weight loss objectives and once again determine that “counting calories” is ill-advised, and that keeping your daily carb consumption...
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49–Nutritional crackpottery and HMFB podcast value from 2010-09-25T20:22:10
(duration 21:00) In this episode we begin with more paleo banter and its challenges (especially on the road), Kevin’s exercise regimen, including a hand-on collision with a turtle. We address one l...
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48–Freeing the animal with guest Richard Nikoley from 2010-09-18T13:18:58
(duration 36:28) In this show we interview Richard Nikoley, whose blog promotes “expressing our primal genes for lean health, vitality, and attractiveness.” Understanding our nature as “rational an...
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47–Losing weight steps and missteps from 2010-09-10T07:48:08
(duration 16 min) In this shorter show we cover the challenges of being an olympian and the nature of self-identification, followed by a critique of a mainstream article on losing weight. Again, th...
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46–Natural movement benefits, paleo-ish shopping, cholesterol myths from 2010-09-02T15:40:28
(duration 36:01) In this show, Kevin shares his recent natural movement experiences in Austin with Erwan for a day (and I share my unnatural movement experience on the ranch;). It’s important to un...
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45–Natural Movement with guest Erwan Le Corre from 2010-08-25T00:12:51
(duration: 36:05) In this inspiring interview, we explore with Erwan the nature of practical and adaptive movement that enables truly excelling in health and fitness, as well as an ethics of contri...
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44–Good parenting habits, kids and food from 2010-08-16T03:59:28
(duration 19:55) Join us in our continuing discussion about childhood eating and the best methods of parenting (feel free to comment below the show notes). Promoting reason, respect, and rational s...
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43–More answers to listener questions, eating habits of kids, parenting from 2010-08-08T22:05:42
(duration 18:28) In this show we offer further answers to questions by listeners, this time dealing with persuading others, particularly children, about healthy mind fit body lifestyle choices. Ult...
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42–Answers to training and eating questions, persuading others from 2010-07-31T23:05:39
(duration 19:39) This episode we explore Kevin’s upcoming couple months deep in the heat/heart of Texas, non-sweet bbq, his blog post on the China Study, and then we offer our answers to a few ques...
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41–Paleo solutions with guest Robb Wolf, part 2 from 2010-07-24T02:09:51
(duration 35:56) In this second half of our interview with Robb Wolf, author of upcoming book The Paleo Solution, we discuss the potential ills of legumes, such as beans, peas, and peanut butter. S...
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40–Paleo solutions with guest Robb Wolf, part 1 from 2010-07-16T20:25:05
(duration 31:57) This show is the first part of our two-part interview with Robb Wolf, a paleo-oriented strength and conditioning coach with a biochemistry background. He offers his insights about ...
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39–Healthy confidence and optimal lifestyle eating from 2010-07-08T18:50:30
(duration 23:27) We discuss a mix of things in this show, starting with my recent experience with food poisoning (wasn’t pretty) and Kevin’s July 4th holiday foodstuff experiences. Confidence comes...
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38–Interview with Dr. James Carlson, part 2 from 2010-07-01T06:25:14
(duration 31:24) In this show Kevin finishes interviewing Dr. James Carlson, who provides us with a wealth of biochemistry knowledge and experiences with patients (and fellow physicians) concerning...
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37–Interview with Dr. James Carlson, part 1 from 2010-06-22T07:17:34
(duration: 35:41) In this show Kevin interviews Dr. James Carlson, who provides us with a wealth of biochemistry knowledge and experiences with patients (and fellow physicians) concerning the ills ...
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36–Eating rules of thumb, recipe tips, problems with grains from 2010-06-14T05:10:55
(duration 24:35) In this show we discuss an eclectic mix of topics, starting with the best way to eat Mexican food and what sort of carb-to-protein ratio is optimal. Kevin offers a great hmfb salad...
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35–The real belly fat cure from 2010-06-06T22:54:20
(duration 17:12) In this show we discuss the latest mainstream acknowledgement of what we’ve been saying all along: excess carbs (i.e., high insulin levels) have bad health effects, not saturated f...
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34–Issues in childhood obesity from 2010-05-30T03:51:48
(duration 15:13) The Body Mass Index (BMI) and weight scales are not the best indicators of body fat percentage, which reflects the carb/insulin factor http://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/childhood-obe...
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33–Interview with fitness instructor Josef Brandenburg from 2010-05-22T01:20:22
(duration 34:30) In this show we explore the nature of health and fitness training from an expert’s perspective Josef’s fitness blog and site http://josefbrandenburg.com/ http://thebodyyouwant.com ...
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32–The practice of personal integrity from 2010-05-13T06:18:55
(duration 20:00) We explore the sixth and final pillar of self esteem: integrity, a congruence between your beliefs and behaviors The Six Pillars Of Self-Esteem by Nathaniel Branden http://www.nath...
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31–The practice of living purposefully from 2010-05-06T02:16:43
(duration 22:21) In this episode we explore the fifth pillar of self-esteem, which is about intention, goal-setting, and productive achievement The Six Pillars Of Self-Esteem by Nathaniel Branden h...
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30–The practice of self-assertiveness from 2010-04-27T22:24:49
(duration 20:32) In this episode we explore the fourth pillar of self-esteem, which essentially means saying “yes” when you want to say “yes” and saying “no” when you want to say “no” The Six Pilla...
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29–The practice of self-responsibility from 2010-04-13T21:48:03
(duration 21:34) Warm-ups are not for wimps! It’s always wise to ease into a series of sprints, for instance Microwave oven cooking is quick and easy, and healthy Try to avoid eating foods cooked a...
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28–The practice of self-acceptance from 2010-04-05T08:01:51
(duration 21:49) Self-acceptance is something you do: the refusal to be in an adversarial relationship with yourself The Six Pillars Of Self-Esteem by Nathaniel Branden http://www.nathanielbranden....
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27–The practice of living consciously from 2010-03-28T18:02:24
(duration 18:29) It’s crucial to turn the searchlight of consciousness inward Not acting on what one sees and knows is not living consciously Most human beings are unfortunately sleep-walking throu...
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26–Paleo perspectives, the meaning of self-esteem from 2010-03-20T18:50:33
(duration 21:08) “Chronic cardio” is the typical prescription for the misguided high-carb/low-fat diet Having the proper nutritional information is the biggest key to your health and fitness Our cr...
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25–Getting primal with guest Mark Sisson from 2010-03-13T09:30:11
(duration 43:19) Mark’s mission is to empower people to take full responsibility for their own health and enjoyment of life by investigating, discussing, and critically rethinking everything we’ve ...
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24–To eat or not to eat candy cigarettes from 2010-03-05T05:53:09
(duration 14:39) Paleolithic humans didn’t have access to all the carbs that we do today …they’re not good for us, because our genes aren’t adapted to them Short, intense exercise is preferable to ...
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23–Interview with Jimmy Moore of livin’la vida low-carb from 2010-02-26T02:20:47
(duration 43:00) Jimmy joined us to explore his own health and nutrition journey as well as the wisdom of the low-carb lifestyle His general site http://livinlavidalowcarb.com/ His podcast http://w...
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22–Sugar slumps, water intake, and Whole Foods mistake from 2010-02-18T00:41:05
(duration 14:58) The sun brings us life! Health Hype by John Stossel http://www.libertyforall.net/?p=3837 Eating high sugar foods doesn’t necessarily induce hyperactivity; but beware the blood suga...
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21–Calorie counting and nutrition label bunk from 2010-02-10T20:17:57
(duration 21:53) Most people have a hard time challenging conventional (and their own) wisdom about health and nutrition Calorie counting and trying to burn those calories basically put you on the ...
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20–Interview with Low Carb Lindsey from 2010-02-01T21:06:04
(duration 28:59) Lindsey joined us from http://www.lowcarblindsey.com FB – http://www.facebook.com/lowcarblindsey twitter – http://www.twitter.com/lowcarblindsey Instead of getting discouraged and ...
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19–Coping with food cravings from 2010-01-26T23:49:48
(duration 19:04) Why Do You Continue to Eat When You’re Full? by Joseph Mercola http://www.lewrockwell.com/orig5/mercola29.1.html If you get stressed out from lack of sleep, you’ll have a harder ti...
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18–Addressing nutritional bologna with guest Tom Naughton of Fat Head from 2010-01-19T18:04:08
(duration 40:54) In this episode we interview the creator of the documentary film Fat Head: You’ve been fed a load of bologna http://fathead-movie.com http://tomnaughton.com Fast food may not be he...
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17–Overrated health foods and tasty carb substitutes from 2010-01-12T12:07:43
(duration 28:21) 5 most overrated health-food trends http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/ct-overrated-food-trends-pg,0,6975867.photogallery It’s always better to eat the whole fruit than to drink ...
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16–Resolutions for self-improvement from 2010-01-03T19:04:02
(duration 16:28) Happy 2010! Happy Festivus: Top 10 Festivus Foods for your Festivus Party! http://blogs.miaminewtimes.com/shortorder/2009/12/happy_festivus_top_10_festivus.php 2010 New Year’s Reso...
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15–Healthy self-assertiveness and dealing with negativity from 2009-12-26T06:02:15
(duration 17:48) Kevin’s fast food nation experiences while driving to San Fran… http://healthymindfitbody.com/2009/12/24/fast-food-nation/ Discussion of recent comments on our last podcast… http:/...
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14–Living Low Carb with Guest Amy Dungan from 2009-12-18T21:29:29
(duration 22:18) Amy Dungan joined us from http://healthylowcarbliving.com The insulin factor in fat gain and fat storage is often overlooked To prevent “yo-yo” dieting, it’s important make permane...
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13–Weight loss plateaus, metabolism and calorie myths from 2009-12-11T23:55:49
(duration 20:19) Stay healthy during ‘the cold and flu season’! Top 12 Foods for Healthy Immune Response by Joseph Mercola http://www.lewrockwell.com/orig5/mercola20.1.html Can’t lose weight? Don’t...
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12–Breakfast for champions of fat loss from 2009-12-03T20:11:44
(duration 18:44) Darker honeys tend to have more antioxidants (and minerals), e.g., wildflower or better yet buckwheat honey Frozen veggies and frozen berries are always good choices (thaw in micro...
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11–Fast food survival tactics from 2009-11-25T06:59:05
(duration 18:03) Scientists claim junk food is as addictive as heroin http://www.grist.org/article/scientists-claim-junk-food-is-as-addictive-as-heroin/ The more junk food you eat, the more you’ll ...
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10–Magic bullets and holy grail of weight loss from 2009-11-18T07:59:52
(duration 18:47) Yoga can be good for your health The 10 Most Beloved and Unhealthy Gaming Snacks by Shaun Clayton The 10 Most Beloved and Unhealthy Gaming Snacks Beware the prepackaged, processed ...
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9–Portion control, protein requirements, physical activity from 2009-11-10T01:58:33
(duration 17:23) What are some of your challenges with fitness and getting down to the right weight? Unfortunately, in most restaurants the macronutrient portions are skewed in favor of bread and c...
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8–Slowing aging and staying young from 2009-11-03T20:52:40
(duration 21:08) Here Come the Centenarians! by Bill Sardi http://www.lewrockwell.com/sardi/sardi121.html Omega 3 fatty acids are important for health and longevity (make sure they’re toxin free) T...
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7–Cookie diet and other fads from 2009-10-26T01:09:53
(duration 15:30) For those not knowledgeable of the Cookie Monster… Sesame Street: Kermit And Cookie Monster And The Mystery Box A Few Cookies a Day to Keep the Pounds Away? by Abby Ellin Most diet...
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6–Food rewards and punishments from 2009-10-18T03:15:40
(duration 16:52) Make sure you get enough vitamin D production from sunlight (or use supplements) How Much Vitamin D Do You Really Need? http://www.lewrockwell.com/orig5/mercola7.1.1.html Why do pe...
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5–Separating diet facts from diet fictions from 2009-10-09T05:20:50
(duration 21:24) Typical American diet is pretty bad, so most alternatives are better Vegetarian/vegan camp does offer some benefits in the realm of vegetables and healthy fats Skinny Bitch/Bastard...
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4–Hungry Girl should eat more saturated fat from 2009-10-01T17:16:37
(duration 20:37) Eat Yourself Thin by Hungry Girl – ABC News http://abcnews.go.com/video/playerIndex?id=8576093 Watch out for all the processed carbs in stores; instead, shop the perimeter of the g...
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3–Do French Women Get Fat? from 2009-09-22T00:23:59
(duration 22:31) Their health and eating habits may be getting worse… Myth Buster: Don’t French Women Get Fat? by Siobhan Roth http://bulletin.aarp.org/yourhealth/healthyliving/articles/myth_buster...
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2–Childhood, Parents, and Eating from 2009-09-11T00:10:17
(duration 17:06) This show explores some of the societal and parental dynamics that exist in childhood, and how those dynamics can affect our relationship with food and eating as adults Most Americ...
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1–The Skinny on Exercise from 2009-09-03T01:03:37
(duration 18:49) In our first podcast, we explore the good and bad aspects of exercise Key points numbered below: 1) Endurance racing or excess exercise can result in elevated cortisol levels and t...
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