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April 29, 2025 • 45 mins

In this conversation, Joel Evan and Ben Azadi delve into the concepts of metabolic health, the impact of diet on overall wellness, and the importance of understanding insulin and inflammation. Ben discusses his new book, 'Metabolic Freedom,' which aims to educate the masses about metabolic dysfunction and how to achieve metabolic flexibility. They explore the roles of big food and pharma in health issues, personal stories of metabolic chaos, and the significance of gratitude and mindset in health. The discussion also touches on the importance of fasting, cholesterol, and the power of ketones in gene expression.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Metabolic Freedom

03:05 Understanding Metabolic Health

06:05 The Role of Big Food and Pharma

09:05 The Impact of Insulin on Health

11:51 The Importance of Fasting Insulin

14:52 Cholesterol and LDL Explained

17:53 The Surprising Role of Gratitude

24:37 The Power of Gratitude

27:57 Ketones and Gene Expression

31:01 Keto: A Tool, Not a Panacea

37:09 Inflammation and Hormones: The Hidden Barriers

40:40 Next Steps for Lasting Change


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