What does it mean to be free? It’s a question that’s puzzled philosophers for millennia. But what does it mean to be metabolically free? If you’ve ever felt hangry, crashed after a meal, or dealt with type 2 diabetes, you’ve experienced the opposite — metabolic imprisonment.

My guest today, Ben Azadi, knows this firsthand. In 2008, Ben was obese and unhealthy, struggling to find answers. After shedding 80 pounds and turning his health around, he dedicated his life to helping others do the same. Today, he’s a functional health expert, bestselling author, and the founder of Keto Kamp, a global brand empowering people to use ancient healing tools like fasting and the ketogenic lifestyle. 

His new book, Metabolic Freedom: A 30-Day Guide to Restore Your Metabolism, Heal Hormones & Burn Fat, lays out the blueprint to reclaim your health.

In this episode, we dive into:

• What metabolism really is — and why “slow” or “fast” metabolism may be a myth
• A groundbreaking study that disproves the idea that metabolism slows with age
• Why fasting insulin is a better marker of health than weight or glucose alone
• The surprising power of “Vitamin G” — gratitude — on your metabolic function
• Ben’s top daily habits and biohacks to supercharge your metabolism

Ben’s approach is all about education over medication — empowering you to take control, rather than outsourcing your health. 

Ben has also made a personal impact on a member of my family.

Links:

• 📘 Metabolic Freedom Book: https://tinyurl.com/metabolic-freedom
• 🌐 Website: www.benazadi.com
• 📱 Instagram: @thebenazadi

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