The Perfect Metabolism Podcast

When it comes to hormones, women are often the focus, but men (and boys) are facing a serious hormone and health crisis of their own. Since June is Men's Health month, this final episode of Season One focuses on the guys. I cover some shocking statistics, a few historical indications of trouble brewing, and some of the main ways men’s hormones are under siege.  I provide actionable diet, lifestyle and supplement tips that help support men's hormones and health. I also briefly touch on ideological ways men’s health is under attack.

This podcast is general in nature, not medical advice, and for informational purposes only. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about how this information applies to you.

Links:

• Organifi Shilajit

Episode Goals Summarized:

• Maintain/Boost Testosterone levels & hormone balance

Recommended Books:

• "The Perfect Metabolism Plan," written by Sara Vance. Millions of us have counted calories until we're blue in the face. We've cut fat, eaten less, and exercised more─and we're still heavier than we want to be. Or we lose the weight, only to see it creep back. It's frustrating, discouraging, and unhealthy. In Sara Vance's The Perfect Metabolism Plan, you'll learn that this inability to stay at a healthy weight is not about willpower and it's not your fault! When your metabolism is out of whack, your willpower, hunger hormones, insulin, and cravings all work against you. And you not only can't lose weight, you tend to feel foggy, sluggish, or generally unwell. It’s time to take control. 

Recommended Films:

• "The Disappearing Male" - a documentary that explores the effects of chemicals found in everyday products on male reproductive health. It delves into how exposure to these chemicals, such as phthalates and bisphenol A, may be contributing to a decline in male fertility and an increase in birth defects and reproductive disorders. The film investigates the potential links between these chemicals and conditions like testicular cancer and male birth defects, and it raises concerns about the impact on future generations.

Supporting Research:

• Low Testosterone Men: 60% More Likely to Die Early

Did you know that you can eat your sunscreen? No, don't eat your sunscreen lotion - eat the foods that boost the SPF of your skin - from the inside out!

On this podcast, find out what foods provide an internal nutritional sunscreen - boosting the skin's tolerance to ultraviolet radiation, providing a modest layer of SPF protection for the skin, and also which help to repair the free radical damage from sun's rays.

References:

• Dietary Lutein/Zeaxanthin Decreases Ultraviolet B-Induced Epidermal Hyperproliferation and Acute Inflammation in Hairless Mice

Products Mentioned:

• Lutein/Zeaxanthin supplement

This podcast is general in nature, not medical advice, and for informational purposes only. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about how this information applies to you.

I was in Europe on vacation recently, and while there - I ate pizza, pasta, and bread - yes, the regular gluten kind. I didn’t have digestive issues, no aches and pains, mood swing or brain fog, and when I got home, I hadn't gained an ounce!

But as soon as we came back home to the US, I got back onto my gluten free lifestyle. why?

On this episode, I talk about how the food in Europe is different than here in the US, how most wheat ussed in the U.S. today is different from our grandparent’s wheat, signs of food intolerances, why it is critical to test for celiac disease if you have autoimmune disease or other symptoms, and which bread I recommend eating and why it needs to be organic in the U.S.

Resources:

Prime Gut supplement from Healthgevity (Save with code: Sara10)

Studies:

• Glyphosate, pathways to modern diseases II: Celiac sprue and gluten intolerance

Books mentioned:

• The End of Alzheimer’s

This podcast is general in nature, not medical advice, and for informational purposes only. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about how this information applies to you.

I view supplements as something that can help get that needle moving with your health - they can be used to correct deficiencies as discussed in the last episode, or for resolving or managing symptoms or chronic conditions, or as a tool for prevention.

On this episode, find out what 2 supplements that (almost) everyone needs, why every American probably needs to heal their gut and which supplement has changed mine, a cutting edge newly discovered omega fatty acid, and a new supplement that anyone with concerns about their brain health should look into.  And some supplements that could literally save your life!!

This is part two, listen to part one for 16 common reasons for nutrient deficiencies. 


Request a 1:1 session with Sara.

Resources mentioned:

• Magnesium for constipation: Oxy Powder or Mag07

Note: This is Part Two of a Two part episode.

This podcast is general in nature, not medical advice, and for informational purposes only. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about how this information applies to you.

A very common question that comes up a lot is - "Do I need to take supplements? Why can't I just get all my nutrients from foods?"

Theoretically yes, we should be able to get everything we need from our diet and lifestyle. I mean, cavemen didn’t take supplements did they? Well, during paleolithic times there weren’t flaming hot Cheetos and Twinkies either.

This episode covers:

• 16 different underlying reasons for nutrient deficiences/higher nutrient demands

Request a 1:1 session with Sara.

Resources mentioned:

• GEM food vitamin chews (get 50% off)

Note: This is Part One of a Two part episode.

This podcast is general in nature, not medical advice, and for informational purposes only. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about how this information applies to you.

Chronic constipation is the #1 cause of kid’s belly pain. Most constipated kids are given MiraLAX - you just stir it into water or juice and problem solved, right? Well, some parents are concerned about possible side effects, and according to its label it is is only supposed to be used for adults for 7 days, max.

On this podcast I discuss natural ways of resolving constipation, including what I recommend before adding in fiber, my favorite types of fiber, tips on the microbiome, and also a surprising deficiency that could lead to gastroparesis and constipation.  This is primarily focused on kids, but the tips apply to all ages.

My new book has all these tips plus more! Get 17 constipating busting recipes & find out what are nature’s osmotics : Curb Your Child’s Constipation - Naturally!

MiraLAX info:

• MiraLAX label

Products Discussed:

• Re-Lyte Hydration - comes in single serve packets or 30 serving tub. Flavors: mixed berry, lemon-lime & strawberry. I like that the salt is unprocessed Real Salt from Utah. No added sugar. Start with 1/2 scoop or 1/2 packet for kids.

Thiamine Deficiency:

• The Top Nutritional Deficiency in Constipation - Dr. Eric Berg video

Sara is not a doctor and the information provided in her podcast is general in nature and for informational purposes only. If you have questions about how it applies to you or your child's health, please consult your doctor or practitioner. Affiliate Disclosure: Links to third party websites and products may be affiliate links, which means that Sara Vance may receive a small referral fee for the sales that she refers. Affiliate programs do not affect the price of the product to you. Sara Vance only recommends the highest quality supplements that she researches extensively and would or does use herself.

#poopbaby #chronicconstipation #kidsconstipation #gastroparesis

According to the latest headlines, Intermittent fasting is bad, really bad - in fact, it could kill you. A new preprint study found that it is linked to a 91% higher risk of cardiovascular death. But there is also a large body of research that shows that intermittent fasting is good for you - it has been shown to boost the immune system, improve blood sugar, cholesterol, metabolism, weight, and benefit longevity. So which is it - is Intermittent fasting good for us, or could it kill us? I decided to invite Dr. Kurt Perkins on the podcast again to discuss.

• Find Dr. Kurt: https://www.drkurtsplace.com

Research:

• 8 Hour Time Restricted eating linked to a 91% increase in cardiac mortality

Sara is not a doctor and the information provided in her podcast is general in nature and for informational purposes only. If you have questions about how it applies to your particular health situation, please consult your doctor or practitioner. Affiliate Disclosure: Links to third party websites and products may be affiliate links, which means that Sara Vance may receive a small referral fee for the sales that she refers. Affiliate programs do not affect the price of the product to you. Sara Vance only recommends the highest quality supplements that she researches extensively and would or does use herself.

#Intermittentfasting 

Aging - it's not easy.  So if we can get rid of wrinkles with an injection, why not? But what if our attempt to look younger turned into a life-threatening nightmare?  I am joined by Gretchen and Ang to discuss how getting botulinum toxin injections could be like playing Russian Roulette with our health.

Ang shares her own harrowing experience with a Dysport injury, and Gretchen's sister suffered a severe botox injury, so she created the Instagram page Nevertox and manages the Botox Dysport Side Effects group.

In this episode we talk about symptoms to be aware of, what to do if you think you have been injured by a neurotoxin injection, rising above today's unrealistic beauty standards, and also some natural ways to improve our skin and look our best.

• Nevertox on Instagram

Sara is not a doctor and the information provided in her podcast is general in nature and for informational purposes only. If you have questions about how it applies to your particular health situation, please consult your doctor or practitioner. Affiliate Disclosure: Links to third party websites and products may be affiliate links, which means that Sara Vance may receive a small referral fee for the sales that she refers. Affiliate programs do not affect the price of the product to you. Sara Vance only recommends the highest quality supplements that she researches extensively and would or does use herself.

#botulismtoxininjuries #nevertox

Every year on our birthday, we turn a year older, chronologically. And without a time machine, we have no control over the chronological clock. But there is something called our biological age, and it correlates more with our lifestyle, which we do have control over. I am joined by Zorrie Dimitrova, who is the Chief Operating Officer for Glycanage, to discuss biological aging, how they measure it, and how we can use it to live not just longer, but healthier. Zorrie explains what the Glycanage test is, what it measures, and also some surprising things that we think are healthy that might actually be backfiring.

Order Your Glycanage Test, save 10% with code: SARAVANCE

Healthgevity:  Code Sara10 saves you 10%. PrimeTime and Rejuvenate for longevity

Sara is not a doctor and the information provided in her podcast is general in nature and for informational purposes only. If you have questions about how it applies to your particular health situation, please consult your doctor or practitioner. Affiliate Disclosure: Links to third party websites and products may be affiliate links, which means that Sara Vance may receive a small referral fee for the sales that she refers. Affiliate programs do not affect the price of the product to you. Sara Vance only recommends the highest quality supplements that she researches extensively and would or does use herself.

#biologicalage #glycanage #bryanjohnson #agingbetter #tombrady 

Zombies are the stuff of science fiction...or are they?  Science reveals that we all have zombie cells, especially as we age.  Raising the question - is the Zombie Apocalypse here…within us?  

Today's podcast is all about aging better, slower with Senolytics.  Find out what are sensecent cells & why they got the nickname 'Zombie' cells, and how to slay these destructive zombie cells.  I’m pleased to be joined again today by Michael Antonelli, who is the founder of Healthgevity. We talk about their product Rejuvenate, a senolytic supplement which helps to clear Zombie cells. We also touch on 2 other products that work in tandem to help us age better and slower - PrimeTime and Telemore Prime. 

Save 10% off Healthgevity products with code: Sara10

Links:

• Healthgevity

Sara is not a doctor and the information provided in her podcast is general in nature and for informational purposes only. If you have questions about how it applies to your particular health situation, please consult your doctor or practitioner. Affiliate Disclosure: Links to third party websites and products may be affiliate links, which means that Sara Vance may receive a small referral fee for the sales that she refers. Affiliate programs do not affect the price of the product to you. Sara Vance only recommends the highest quality supplements that she researches extensively and would or does use herself.