334 - Stop Dementia Before It’s Too Late: Proven Strategies You Need to Know! | Prof. Claire J. Steves
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Imagine a future where the sharpness of memory, the ease of movement, and the very sense of self feel out of reach. Ageing can feel like losing parts of yourself you thought were permanent, but what if we could not only hold on, but thrive as we grow older? In this episode, Dr. Claire Steves, a renowned expert on the science of ageing, shares groundbreaking insights into how our genes, environment, lifestyle, and even our microbiome shape the way we age. As a Professor of Ageing and Health at King’s College London and Consultant Geriatrician at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust,...
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333 - Afraid of Heart Attacks? 4 Habits to Reverse Heart Disease & Cognitive Decline | Dr. Dean Ornish
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According to the CDC, . That’s 1 in every 4 deaths. A staggering 100 BILLION dollars were spent several years ago on stents and bypasses. But how effective are those dangerous, invasive, and costly procedures in improving the patients' quality of life? Is there an alternative? Today's guest is Dr. Dean Ornish, the founder and president of the nonprofit . He is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, and the author of seven books, all national bestsellers. Dr. Dean Ornish has directed revolutionary research proving that lifestyle changes can often...
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332 - Want to Thrive at Any Age? Transform Your Health & Energy with These Simple Habits
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“We would never dream of taking a Ferrari and putting water and sugar and cow feces in the tank and expect it to run. And we wouldn't do that yet. We do it to our bodies every single day of the week. And we expect our bodies to work well, not just to work well, but to perform like race cars. ” Marco Borges brings inspiration and passion to the podcast as he tells us about his own personal healthy habits, practices, and philosophies while encouraging us to create our own. Based in Miami with his wife and four kids, Marco leads a life of example and follows a plant-based diet and lifestyle....
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331 - You’ve Been Lied To About Veganism | The Truth About Animal Rights Activism | Gary Yourofsky
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What would it take for you to risk everything for what you believe in? Today’s guest has done exactly that and more. Gary Yourofsky is one of the most influential and unflinching voices in the fight for animal liberation. His viral speech “The Best Speech You Will Ever Hear” has inspired millions and sparked global debate. He’s been arrested, banned from countries, and never backed down from telling the truth, even when it cost him. Tune in to hear this legendary activist share what drives him, what works in the fight for animals, and what’s pulling him back into the arena now. What...
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330 - Doctor Proves You Can Reverse Heart Disease with a Plant-Based Lifestyle (No Medication Needed)
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Have you ever felt like it’s too late to rewrite your story? Dr. Akil Taherbhai is living proof that it’s not. After decades of unhealthy habits and a coronary artery disease diagnosis that led to open-heart surgery, he made a bold choice, not just to recover, but to transform. Within months, he ran his first half marathon. In the years since, he's scaled Kilimanjaro, completed marathons and triathlons, and fully embraced a plant-powered lifestyle. Now in his 70s, Dr. Taherbhai is thriving and inspiring others to do the same. Tune in for a powerful conversation about resilience,...
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329 - The Healing Power of Mushrooms for Brain Health, PTSD, Stress & Inflammation | Kaitlyn Kuehn
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“Mushrooms are so crazy. That’s why I love them. It’s healing. Some can kill you. Some can heal you. Some are just delicious. There’s just so many different ways mushrooms are used. A lot of people struggling with PTSD, you kind of just have that calming effect, where you can now kind of go out in the real world and you’re just not ambushed by all of these different emotions and other things that has happened to you. You just re-homeostasis.” —Kaitlyn Kuehn “Is there any evidence showing that mushrooms can slow down cognitive decline?” —Jason Wrobel “Reishi mushroom is...
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328 - #1 Fasting Researcher: Why Intermittent Fasting Works WITHOUT Calorie Cutting | Courtney Peterson
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“The morning, up until around lunch, is the best time of day to eat most of our calories. And in fact, there’s been really great research. Even if you don't change the timing of your meals, if you make breakfast and lunch the largest meals of the day and dinner the smallest meal of the day, you lose more weight. And not only do you lose more weight, you're actually less hungry.” -Dr. Courtney Peterson “Talk about these time intervals. Why is 14 a magic number?” -Jason Wrobel “Typically, it takes the body about 12 to 14 hours to burn through a lot of its...
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327 - The Vegan Psychologist: "This ONE Shift Heals Your Mind, Body & Spirit!" | Dr. Angela Crawford
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What if going vegan isn’t just about food, but about freeing your mind, healing your heart, and reclaiming your power? In this episode, psychologist Dr. Angela Crawford, author of The Vegan Transformation, unpacks the deeper emotional and psychological shifts that happen when we stop consuming animals. We explore how culture and conditioning shape our choices, why some people break through and others don’t, and what it means to live in alignment with our values. Drawing on 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Crawford reveals seven core transformations that can lead to greater clarity,...
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326 - Olympian Dotsie Bausch and Jason Wrobel: A Crash Shattered My Body & Confidence - Here’s What Saved Me
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“Recovery—it’s rarely, rarely linear, and never, ever convenient. If you are someone who's used to being in command of their body, it can feel almost like the universe just slammed on the brakes without any warning. That is the loss of autonomy, right? That's one of the most common—and very, very disorienting—aspects of any physical injury. None of us want to hear that setbacks are not failures—they're part of the process. The frustration is normal. Let it come out. Let it work itself through.” -Dotsie Bausch “The mental side—the frustration, the inability to use my body the...
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325 - Eat to Beat Your Metabolism with Dr. William Li
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“One of the things that I always teach people is listen to your body. You want to actually pay attention to what makes you feel good and what your body is gravitating you towards. This is about bounty. It's not about deprivation. The research has shown us we can lean into the foods that we like. We love to be able to find something that's not only good that we appreciate.” -Dr. William Li “It is possible to turn back the clock on our metabolism, burn fat, and increase longevity, all while being able to enjoy the food we eat. Are you saying we can sleep and fat burn at the...
info_outlineWhat can Americans learn from the diets and lifestyles of other countries?
Football prodigy Chris Manderino played in the NFL with the Cincinnati Bengals and, later, for the Kansas City Chiefs. During his time as a fullback, he was told he needed to gain 40 pounds to stay competitive -- and eating became another full-time job.
In 2009, Chris signed with the Bologna Doves, an Italian football team, and considers the dietary culture shock a pivotal point in his health journey.
Now the founder of Lyfe Fuel, a plant-based protein brand, Chris is a vocal advocate for simplifying your diet, eating intuitively, and fueling your life with plants.
In this episode, Chris shares how he is healthier and more fit than ever without the typical supplements suggested to athletes.
He also shares the science behind Lyfe Fuel, his rules for buying food, and information about “grass-fed” beef that likely no one else has ever told you.
What we discuss in this episode:
- Alexandra’s appearance at George Washington University’s Tackling the Population Taboo forum
- Chris says eating in the NFL can feel like a full-time job. What were they eating?
- The drastic difference in the lives of Italians compared to Americans and how it encouraged Chris to rethink his diet
- What’s the first step to eating a healthier diet?
- What do you look for when you go grocery shopping? Chris shares his criteria for purchasing food
- The dangers of whey protein and how Chris replaced it with plant-based Lyfe Fuel
- The difference between plant- and meat-based proteins
- If you still eat meat because you think it’s “grass-fed”, you might be in for a surprise. Chris explains the difference between grass-fed and grass-finished
- How the Standard American Diet has a problematic Omega-3 vs. Omega-6 ratio, and the benefits of algae
- Chris’s favorite plant-based meal
- Follow Chris Manderino on Instagram at @cmanderino or on Facebook at @manderino.chris, and check out Lyfe Fuel at LyfeFuel.com.
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