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How do you feed your family the right way in a world full of crap that could be killing your kids?

I can't think of a better person to answer this question than this week's guest, Vani Hari, aka "The Food Babe." She's a revolutionary food activist, a New York Times best-selling author, co-founder of the organic food brand Truvani, and was named one of the “Most Influential People on the Internet” by TIME magazine. She also joined me many years ago for the podcast episode "'The Food Babe' Says They’re Feeding You Lies (How to Unravel the Food Industry’s Playbook and Reclaim Your Health)."

Hari started FoodBabe.com to spread information about what is really in the American food supply. She teaches people how to make the right purchasing decisions at the grocery store, how to live an organic lifestyle, and how to travel healthfully around the world.

Her new book Food Babe Family inspires you with over 100 recipes and everything you need to feed your family in a way that will foster a love for REAL food for life.

The fact is, the multimillion-dollar food industry has used its vast resources to target parents, convincing them that it’s difficult to feed their children good food. But here’s the truth: parenting is difficult, but feeding your children simple, healthy, real food shouldn’t be.

In Food Babe Family, Vani dispels popular myths about feeding your kids, offers more than 100 delicious recipes that make it simple to put healthy, real food on the table, and helps parents start children on a lifelong path of making good food choices.

From Pumpkin Muffins to Taco Salad Cups, Zucchini Pizza Bites, “Chick-fil-A” Chicken Nuggets and Waffle Fries, and even Homemade “Oreos,” Food Babe Family proves it’s not only possible, but fun to eat real food without artificial dyes, high fructose corn syrup, and other nasty ingredients.

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/foodbabefamily

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Welcome to PART 2 of this amazing show about heart health, all based on the book Understanding the Heart: Uncommon Insights Into Our Most Commonly Diseased Organ by Stephen Hussey.

As mentioned in several podcasts throughout the year, I've recently come across what I believe to be the best book on cardiovascular health that I've ever read.

Before this point, my top book recommendation would have been Dr. Thomas Cowan's Human Heart, Cosmic Heart, ideally paired with a listen to my own big show on all the different ways to test, analyze, and medically quantify your heart health, which you can listen to in the episode titled "The Best Way To Test How Healthy Your Heart Is: Ben Greenfield Undergoes A Complete Advanced Cardiac Evaluation & Reports The Surprising Results!"

Anyway, this latest, groundbreaking book — Understanding the Heart: Surprising Insights Into the Evolutionary Origins of Heart Disease―and Why It Matters — is by the remarkable Dr. Stephen Hussey, MS, DC, a chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, health coach, and speaker. He attained both his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master of Science in human nutrition and functional medicine from the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon.

In addition to Understanding the Heart, Dr. Hussey is also the author of another excellent book on health and longevity titled The Health Evolution: Why Understanding Evolution Is the Key to Vibrant Health. Through his unique expertise, he guides clients from around the world back to health using ancestral wisdom and the latest research. In his downtime, Dr. Hussey likes to be outdoors, playing sports, reading, writing, and spending time with his wife and their pets.

During our show — which is a re-release of one of the most popular podcasts on cardiovascular health that I've ever recorded — you'll learn the fascinating history of heart disease, why the naked mole-rat is important in understanding heart health, where water, infrared light, aspirin, ketones, and other little-known heart health "hacks" fit in, and a BIG surprise toward the end of this two-part podcast series.

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/hearthealth2

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As mentioned in several podcasts throughout the year, I've recently come across what I believe to be the best book on cardiovascular health that I've ever read.

Before this point, my top book recommendation would have been Dr. Thomas Cowan's Human Heart, Cosmic Heart, ideally paired with a listen to my own big show on all the different ways to test, analyze, and medically quantify your heart health, which you can listen to in the episode titled "The Best Way To Test How Healthy Your Heart Is: Ben Greenfield Undergoes A Complete Advanced Cardiac Evaluation & Reports The Surprising Results!"

Anyway, this latest, groundbreaking book — Understanding the Heart: Surprising Insights Into the Evolutionary Origins of Heart Disease―and Why It Matters — is by the remarkable Dr. Stephen Hussey, MS, DC, a chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, health coach, and speaker. He attained both his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master of Science in human nutrition and functional medicine from the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon.

In addition to Understanding the Heart, Dr. Hussey is also the author of another excellent book on health and longevity titled The Health Evolution: Why Understanding Evolution Is the Key to Vibrant Health. Through his unique expertise, he guides clients from around the world back to health using ancestral wisdom and the latest research. In his downtime, Dr. Hussey likes to be outdoors, play sports, read, write, and spend time with his wife and their pets.

During our show, you'll learn the fascinating history of heart disease, why the naked mole-rat is important in understanding heart health, where water, infrared light, aspirin, ketones, and other little-known heart health "hacks" fit in, and a BIG surprise toward the end of this two-part podcast series.

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/hearthealth23

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Standing at an imposing 6 feet 6 inches, Noah Seth Syndergaard’s powerful arm and commanding presence on the baseball mound have made him a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional sports.

The indomitable, larger-than-life free agent, widely known by his formidable moniker "Thor," has graced the rosters of Major League Baseball teams such as the New York Mets, Los Angeles Angels, Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Cleveland Guardians.

Noah's story is filled with standout moments, notably steering the Mets to the 2015 World Series and earning a reputation for his blazing fastball, consistently hitting triple digits. But it's not just about the stats — Syndergaard embodies resilience, bouncing back from injuries with grit and determination, showcasing not just skill but an unyielding spirit.

Off the diamond, Noah Syndergaard transforms into a maverick biohacker, charting unexplored territories of human optimization. In his riveting GQ interview titled "Noah Syndergaard Thinks Baseball Has Gotten Soft—and Humans Have, Too," he delves into the depths of his unconventional health and wellness protocols. From subzero cold plunges to cutting-edge red light therapy, earthing and grounding rituals, BFR (Blood Flow Restriction) training, and a nose-to-tail eating regimen, Syndergaard's holistic approach mirrors the ethos of pushing boundaries.

Brace yourself for a conversation that transcends baseball, offering a glimpse into the mindset of an athlete who is not just pushing the limits of professional sports but rewriting the playbook on human potential with his extraordinary approach to self-optimization.

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/thorpodcast

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News Flashes & Q&A:

-Was Ben wrong about vitamin C?...05:02

-How fast do you lose muscle after you stop training?...11:59

-The impact of exposure to artificial light for adults and kids...27:25

-The benefits of multivitamins...34:05

- Does airline travel age you? Limit damage from air travel...44:25

Q: Tom Franco asks: Would you please be able to provide some insight on what you’re eating day to day again, maybe even run through what you have for breakfast, lunch, and dinner the past week? I find myself having the same stuff all the time, and it’s almost like there aren’t that many foods! Thanks, dude, absolutely love you.

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/465

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In the world of modern construction, health often takes a backseat.

Step into the realm of creating sanctuaries where every corner of your home supports your well-being. Today, I'm diving deep into building biology, a paradigm that transcends conventional construction norms to weave together health, ecology, and architectural design.

In this episode, we unravel the tapestry of building biology principles from the ground up with Paula Baker-Laporte. From the foundation to the rooftop to home care and repair, a house built upon building biology principles takes modern toxins, non-native electricity, air, light, and other variables into account for a unique approach to healthy-house building, renovation, and maintenance, including considerations, such as:

• Frame construction alternatives
• Thermal, moisture, mold, and mycotoxin control
• Flooring and finishes
• Furnishings

Paula is an architect and building biologist living in Ashland, Oregon, specializing in health-enhancing and ecologically sound architectural design and consulting. She has extensive experience applying the principles of building biology to many forms of alternative construction, including light straw-clay adobe, straw-bale, pumice-crete, aerated autoclaved concrete, and wood-insulated concrete forms.

In her role as an architect and consultant, she has successfully assisted many people suffering from multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) in building healthy homes since 1995. She is the primary author of Prescriptions for a Healthy House, co-author with husband Robert Laporte of two books: Econest and The EcoNest Home, and contributing author to several other publications. In addition to writing Prescriptions for a Healthy House: A Practical Guide for Architects, Builders, and Homeowners, Paula penned The EcoNest Home: Designing and Building a Light Straw Clay House and EcoNest: Creating Sustainable Sanctuaries of Clay, Straw, and Timber.

This podcast — perfect for architects, designers, contractors, medical professionals, and homeowners alike — will serve as a unique guide to creating healthy indoor and outdoor spaces, including many new resources, as well as specialized knowledge from an internationally recognized expert in building biology.

Full Show Note:  https://bengreenfieldlife.com/healthyhomepodcast

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News Flashes and Q&A's

• Six Sunday habits to prepare for tackling the week ahead via @artofmanliness… I actually do most of these myself on Sundays: "6 Sunday Habits to Prepare for Tackling the Week Ahead"...05:38
• New study “Beyond Appetite Regulation: Targeting Energy Expenditure, Fat Oxidation, and Lean Mass Preservation for Sustainable Weight Loss” has some shocking revelations for those trying to lose weight:...20:47
• "Methylene Blue: Biohacker's Delight, or Playing With Fire?" Great comprehensive overview by @chrismasterjohn — I will address this in a future Q&A podcast with my own thoughts...39:56
• Q: Carl asks: I recently had an unexpected appendectomy. Any recommendations to help recover from surgery? 50:06
• Q: Jenn asks: Hey Ben! Jenn from New Hampshire here, just finishing up "Boundless Parenting," been a long-time listener, love what you do! Anyway, my son is 14, just started playing football, and is getting into health and fitness. He wants to bulk up and get “swoll.” We have Kion creatine protein shakes, but I’m wondering what you would do for your boys if they wanted to get jacked — what is safe/effective? Thank you so much! 1:01:51
• Q: Lauren asks: What are your thoughts on the new research that ticks can pass a protein through their bites effectively causing an allergic reaction to meats from animals ticks most commonly bite? Do you think all bovine-derived foods and supplements should be avoided? As someone struggling with autoimmune issues, I have first-hand experience with fun, ER trips 6 to 8 hours after consuming meals with certain meats. Appreciate your thoughts! 1:10:12 

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/464

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In the wake of my father’s recent cancer diagnosis, my focus has sharpened on the critical realm of early cancer detection.

This unexpected event injected a surge of urgency into my unyielding quest for preventive wellness, leading me back to the brilliant Dr. Ahvie Herskowitz.

Embark on a journey into preventive health as I reunite with Dr. Ahvie, the founder of Anatara Medicine, one of the most comprehensive IV treatment centers in Northern California. The multidisciplinary integrative center in San Francisco treats some of the most difficult chronic health conditions using a unique integrative approach and a host of modern medical technologies and tools.

Dr. Ahvie is a former Clinical Professor of Medicine at UC San Francisco (UCSF) and the personal physician to some of the Bay Area's top biohackers, celebrities, actors, and longevity enthusiasts, along with a wide range of patients looking for eradication of issues like mold, spike protein, fungus, viral particles, and much more. His training includes a medical degree from The Albert Einstein College of Medicine and a Chief Residency in Anatomic Pathology and Internal Medicine, followed by fellowship training in cardiology at The Johns Hopkins Medical Center. 

During his 12 years at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Ahvie was co-appointed in the Departments of Medicine and Molecular Immunology and Microbiology. His clinical responsibilities were complemented by directing a multidisciplinary NIH-sponsored research team in the study of molecular immunological and genomic mechanisms of inflammation and cell injury, autoimmunity, transplantation, congestive heart failure, and myocarditis.

Today, Dr. Ahvie is back to impart his wealth of knowledge on colon cancer, spanning early detection methods, cancer screening, preventive remedies, and the vital role lifestyle and diet play in managing and preventing this condition. This episode promises a thought-provoking journey into the intricacies of colon health and its profound implications for overall well-being.

Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/cancerepisode

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Jessa and I went for a walk and answered your questions. 

Q: EAA Insights asks: “Jessa, what’s the most narcissistic thing Ben has done?” 07:42

Q: Chris Brands asks: "How do you overcome major differences and still leave the connection within?" 16:22

Q: Mr. Anonymous asks: "How do you handle arguments?  Does your wife ever drive you to the point of driving you nuts?  If so how do you handle it?"  25:33

Q: Brisk asks: "How have you guys built your spiritual life together? What emotional regulation techniques do you employ in the moment to avoid escalation or conflict?" 35:00

Q: Trek Zoji asks: “Have Ben’s biohacking extremes ever been a point of contention for the relationship? Has Jessa ever tried to talk Ben out of an experiment? Any successful persuasion?” 43:08

Q: Erin asks: "With all of the biohacks you have tried over the years, how do you two decide which ones will stick for yourselves? Especially for Jessa, I imagine all the different supplements, machines, etc., coming to the house for Ben to try can get overwhelming!" 48:25

Q: Yanay asks: "Do you sleep in the same bed? How does that affect your sleep quality? I’ve struggled with that before." 53:58

Q: Andre Robles asks: "I’ve looked at your schedules and can't seem to manage half what you do. How do you do it all?" 56:37

Q: Other BS asks: "How do you both contribute to your marriage considered as an economic partnership based on self-employment? How do you divide up economic roles in the family business(es)?" 1:01:10

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Picture this: A seven-year-old boy, glued to the television, has his heart pierced by the plight of a starving child from a world away.

His young eyes are the same that, years later, would peer through the lens of a camera, capturing stories that demand to be told. This boy, my guest Jonathan Otto, grew up to be a man who wouldn't just watch—he'd act, creating waves in the realm of investigative journalism and humanitarian aid.

As a result of volunteering throughout his adolescent years, Jonathan, at the age of 18, became a Youth Ambassador for the charity, World Vision. World Vision organized his first volunteer mission to Africa. Faced with the despair and hopelessness of poverty, Jonathan’s passion to help others grew deeper.

From an Australian Youth Citizen of the Year to a fearless creator who has had brushes with death in Africa, Jonathan's life reads like a script from one of his own documentaries. But this script is real, and it's filled with selfless acts of bravery, not for glory but driven by an indomitable desire to uplift humanity. Not even the loss of a comrade to thieves' bullets could deter him from his mission. Instead, it solidified his resolve, funneling his zeal into his charitable endeavors and truth-seeking.

Jonathan's quest for uncovering and addressing concealed afflictions has transcended into the health and wellness sphere, leading to acclaimed docuseries like "The Truth About Cancer" and "The Truth About Vaccines (with Ty Bollinger)", "Diet Against Disease (with Dr. Joseph Mercola)", and his own groundbreaking series "Bible Health Secrets" and "Autoimmune Secrets". These works aren't just films; they're his crusades for truth, crafted to enlighten and empower audiences worldwide. Jonathan is happily married to his wife, Lori. They are committed Christians and regularly speak at their local San Diego, California church.

This episode isn't just a dive into the unconventional; it's a spotlight on a life that embodies the relentless search for truth—a life that has captivated international audiences through TV broadcasts, print media, national news, and radio. Brace yourself for an encounter with the man behind the lens, where the pursuit of wellness transcends the physical, tapping into the profound depths of the human spirit and the power of unyielded conviction.

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/otto

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