October 26, 2025

82: The Keto Truth: Why Flexibility Beats Restriction for Hormone Health with Ben Azadi

48 minutes

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What if the key to reversing fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain isn’t medication—but mastering your metabolism for true freedom?

In this empowering episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and author of Metabolic Freedom, to explore how personalized nutrition, metabolic flexibility, and lifestyle changes can help you reclaim your health—without relying on medications.

Ben shares his powerful journey from depression and obesity to becoming a globally recognized health educator. Together, they dive into the science and strategy behind ketogenic and carnivore diets, how to optimize insulin sensitivity, and why women must approach fasting and keto differently based on their hormones.

Whether you’re dealing with insulin resistance, brain fog, fatigue, or autoimmune conditions, this episode offers tools, hope, and actionable insight to help you break free from metabolic chaos and regain energy, clarity, and freedom.

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🔑 Key Topics Covered

Ben’s transformation from obesity and depression to metabolic health educator

The turning point that inspired Metabolic Freedom

Keto vs. carnivore: differences, benefits, and how to use both strategically

Why metabolic flexibility is the true goal—not dogmatic dieting

Common keto myths and why women must cycle keto differently

Signs of insulin resistance even with "normal" labs (and what to test instead)

How stress, gut health, and nutrient depletion affect hormone balance

What metabolic freedom really means (hint: it’s not just about weight loss)

Fasting, walking, and lifestyle steps for beginners

Real talk about snacking, processed fats, and overtraining

Simple ways to reduce insulin and reverse chronic symptoms

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