EPI 195: Dr. John Douillard - Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom Meets Modern Science. Timeless (Forgotten) Principles Of Health + Herbs, Circadian Rhythm, Seasonal Eating Tips & More!
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:11) How Dr. Douillard got into Ayurvedic medicine (4:12) Ancient understanding of microbes and gut health (9:02) The major principles of Ayurvedic medicine (14:29) Live breathing exercise and how to strengthen the diaphragm (18:04) Nose breathing while walking for relaxation and better lung function (24:28) Ayurvedic approach to diet and seasonal eating (34:13) What Dr. Douillard typically eats in a day (38:38) Ayurveda and weight loss—resetting digestion naturally (40:52) Five key spices to help digestion (44:36) Reintroducing foods like wheat by healing digestion (50:31) Where to find Dr. Douillard’s free resources and seasonal guides (52:00) Outro Who is Dr. John Douillard? Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP is a globally recognized leader in the fields of natural health, Ayurveda, and sports medicine. He is the creator of LifeSpa.com, where ancient Ayurvedic wisdom meets modern science. LifeSpa.com is one of the leading Ayurvedic health and wellness resources on the web with over 11 million views on YouTube and over 130 thousand newsletter subscribers. LifeSpa.com is evolving the way Ayurveda is understood around the world, with thousands of free articles and videos published weekly. Dr. John is the former Director of Player Development for the New Jersey Nets NBA team, author of 7 health books including his newest Amazon bestseller Eat Wheat, and the host of the Ayurveda Meets Modern Science podcast. He directs LifeSpa Ayurvedic Clinic, the 2013 Holistic Wellness Center of the Year in Boulder, CO. Connect with Dr. Douillard: Website: https://lifespa.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifespa/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/johndouillard X: https://twitter.com/JohnDouillard Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
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EPI 194: Losing Weight & Healing Yourself - The RIGHT Way To Use Keto & Carnivore Style Diets With Best Selling Author Maria Emmerich
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (0:53) Maria and her health journey (2:45) How keto helped Maria and her shift into carnivore diet (6:58) Old-school nutrition advice vs. updated science (12:23) Keto and weight loss—how it really works (18:35) Protein vs. fat: understanding macros and energy (20:40) Should you cycle off keto or carnivore? (23:46) Who benefits most from these diets—real success stories (26:39) Causes of hair loss and how diet can help (30:59) Nutrient density: steak vs. fruits and veggies (35:10) Mediterranean diet vs. animal-based eating (38:11) Maria’s newest books and recipes for kids (40:03) How to get support and coaching from Maria (42:03) Outro Who is Maria Emmerich? Maria Emmerich is a nutritionist who specializes in the ketogenic diet and exercise physiology. She struggled with her health and weight throughout childhood which led her to become such a passionate nutrition expert. “My goal is to help transform people’s lives and start living again!” Maria specializes in brain neurotransmitters and how food can increase mental wellness. Her expertise has sent her around the World speaking about ketogenic diets. She has also cooked with Halle Berry and writes for Halle’s website. You can find her at KetoMaria.com. She spends the majority of her time with clients around the World via Skype with amazing results. She specializes in helping autoimmune disorders, diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2), heart disease, cholesterol issues, alopecia, Hashimoto’s, cancer, epilepsy, seizures, depression and anxiety. You would be amazed at the amount of people get off medication with her guidance. She is also an International Best Selling author of several books including “Quick and Easy Ketogenic Cooking” and “The 30 Day Ketogenic Cleanse“. She also authored 20 other books including several cookbooks and 3 nutritional guide books including the best-selling book “Keto.” Some of her readers include, Halle Berry, Valerie Bertinelli and Al Roker. Maria has helped millions of people with her books and coaching to lose weight and regain their health with over 20 years of experience working with clients utilizing the Keto/Low Carb approach. Connect with Maria: Website: https://mariamindbodyhealth.com/ https://www.ketomaria.com Grab a copy of her books: https://tinyurl.com/2j9a9wk5 Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
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EPI 193: METABOLISM MASTERCLASS - Yes It's Possible To Eat More & Lose Weight Once You've Fixed Your Metabolism. With Metabolic Nutrition Coach Heather Deba
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:55) Why crash diets (like The Biggest Loser) don’t work (3:51) Heather’s personal story of restriction and burnout (6:44) Rethinking weight loss goals and caloric deficits (8:15) Metabolism explained with a money analogy (12:23) How to test your metabolic rate at home (17:46) Nutrition needs to fit your lifestyle (23:41) Junk food, real life, and what’s actually sustainable (25:35) The right way to adjust calories (29:33) Real client stories: eating more and losing weight (34:14) Science vs. common sense in metabolism (39:44) Heather’s coaching program and how to reach her (45:02) Outro Who is Heather Deba? Heather Deba is a Metabolic Nutrition Coach and the founder of HD Body Academy, where she helps women restore metabolic health, achieve sustainable weight loss, and maintain long-term wellness. With over 22,000 women helped, Heather developed a unique program focusing on metabolic healing rather than restrictive dieting, inspired by her own struggles with weight gain after moving from China to the U.S. Through HD Body Academy, Heather offers personalized coaching to female professionals seeking optimal health. Her approach empowers clients to make lasting lifestyle changes. She also actively engages with her community on Instagram, sharing insights and motivational content. Heather's work has been featured in podcasts, where she discusses healing metabolism, sustainable weight loss, and ending yo-yo dieting. Connect with Heather: IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherdeba/ Learn more: https://linktr.ee/Heather.Deba Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
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EPI 192: Archeologist Dr. Bill Schindler - Author Of "Eat Like A Human" Talks Meat, Organs, Blood, Plants, Fermenting, Nutrient Density, Bioavailability, & More!
Show notes: (0:52) Dr. Bill Schindler's background and how he came to write the book (2:57) Learning from traditional cultures around the world (6:27) Why plants have toxins and how to make them safer (8:13) The Drunken Monkey Hypothesis and ripe vs. unripe fruit (14:59) What it really means to “eat like a human” (26:52) Practical ways to start adding organ meats (37:10) Where to find high-quality organs and how to start (43:07) Why meat and organs are more than just protein (48:15) Carbs, ketosis, and adjusting your diet over time (54:00) Where to find Dr. Schindler (57:21) Outro Who is Dr. Bill Schindler? Dr. Bill Schindler is a food archaeologist, primitive technologist, and chef. He travels the world with his family documenting traditional food ways and works to draw inspiration from the deep archaeological record, rich and diverse ethnographic record, and, modern culinary world to create food solutions that are relevant, meaningful, and accessible in our modern lives. He shares all these stories in his book, Eat Like a Human, and puts the recipes into practice at his family’s Modern Stone Age Kitchen in Chestertown, Maryland. Connect with Dr. Schindler: Website: https://modernstoneage.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-bill-schindler-46243211 IG: https://www.instagram.com/drbillschindler/?hl=en Grab a copy: https://amzn.to/4iVC78F https://bit.ly/4kWPN5i Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
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EPI 191: The Importance Of FOOT HEALTH. Best & Worst Sneakers, Exercises & Foot Strengthening Tools, Healing Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, And More!
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:35) Dr. Perez's journey into foot biomechanics (3:45) What is gait and why it matters (4:02) Common foot-related issues and their impact on overall health (7:13) The impact of footwear on foot health (14:58) Transitioning to minimalist shoes safely (21:37) Strengthening exercises for foot health (31:19) Addressing bunions and plantar fasciitis (40:45) The importance of barefoot walking and graded exposure (44:29) Where to find more resources from Dr. Perez (45:26) Outro Who is Dr. Jen Perez? Dr. Jen Perez is co-founder and vice president of Gait Happens and co-owner of Kinetic Chiropractic in Lafayette, CO. As both an educator and a clinician, her mission to empower as many people as possible to take charge of their lower body health so they can get back to doing what they love. Dr. Perez holds a BS in Kinesiology-Sports Medicine and a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. She’s taught courses to healthcare practitioners both nationally and internationally and she works with clients virtually across the globe. Connect with Dr. Jen Perez: Website: https://gaithappens.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegaitdoctor/?hl=en Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
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