Episodes

  • TMHS 874: Fix Your Sleep TONIGHT With These Science-Backed Tips

    TMHS 874: Fix Your Sleep TONIGHT With These Science-Backed Tips
    Mar 3 2025
    If you want to look better and feel better, one of the best things you can do is improve your sleep quality. Getting high-quality sleep impacts every function in your body, including your cognitive function, metabolic processes, immune function, and everything in between. Today, you’re going to learn how to unlock the secrets to a better night’s rest. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to hear my interview from The Doctor’s Farmacy with Dr. Mark Hyman. This conversation covers the topic of sleep wellness, including how to eat for better sleep, how to create a solid nighttime routine, and so much more. You’re going to learn how your sleep quality can impact your body composition, how to time your workouts for better sleep, and the exact nutritional inputs your body needs to generate healthy sleep-related hormones. This interview is full of science-backed tips that can move the needle on your sleep quality immediately. If you’re ready to get better sleep tonight, this episode is for you! In this episode you’ll discover: The link between lifespan and telomere length.How your sleep quality can affect your body composition and overall appearance.The connection between melatonin, brown adipose tissue, and your ability to burn fat.Why microbial health can impact sleep quality.Why sleep nutrients are, and how to add more into your diet.What you need to know about cortisol rhythms.Why the time you workout could affect your sleep quality.The truth about blue light.How to create a healthy evening routine.Why you might want to throw away your bedroom tv.How natural light impacts your sleep cycles.The importance of calming your inner chatter with a practice like meditation. Items mentioned in this episode include: Jaspr.co/model - Use code MODEL for $200 off the best air purifier on the market!Organifi.com/Model  - Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping!Sleep Smarter - Upgrade your sleep habits with my national bestselling book!The Doctor’s Farmacy - Check out Dr. Mark Hyman’s podcast! Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple PodcastsSpotifySoundcloudPandoraYouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Jaspr and Organifi. Go to Jaspr.co/model and use code MODEL to save $200 for a limited time on the best air purifier on the market! Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • TMHS 873: The Truth About GLP-1: Foods That Increase It, What Blocks It, & More - With Dr. Taz

    TMHS 873: The Truth About GLP-1: Foods That Increase It, What Blocks It, & More - With Dr. Taz
    Feb 26 2025
    Over the last several years, GLP-1 agonist medications have gained traction as an effective way for folks to lose weight and improve their metabolic health. GLP-1 medications have proven to result in weight loss, but after discontinuing the drug, weight regain is common. Today, you’re going to learn the full story behind GLP-1, foods that increase your natural GLP-1 activity, and so much more. On this episode of The Model Health Show, I’m sitting down with Dr. Tasneem Bhatia. Dr. Taz is a double board-certified integrative medicine physician, best-selling author, and a pioneer of merging holistic medicine with conventional medicine. In this conversation, she’s sharing what goes on behind the scenes with metabolic health and GLP-1. This episode is a goldmine of information, including what you should be eating for optimal health, the role of blood sugar and gut health in regulating metabolism, and how to create a strategic approach that allows your body to heal. Dr. Taz is also sharing her clinical experience with prescribing GLP-1 microdosing to her patients, the benefits, and how this approach differs from the conventional dosing schedule. I hope you enjoy this interview with the one and only, Dr. Taz! In this episode you’ll discover: The truth about regaining weight after discontinuing GLP-1 medications.How glucagon-like-peptide-1 works in the body.Why some people lose their natural GLP-1 activity.What GIP is.The importance of understanding the gut-brain connection for long-term health.How industrializing our food supply marked a shift in human health.The role that toxins have on the microbiome.What we should consider about our electronics and light exposure.How stress impacts human hormones.The two main nutrients that you should be eating at every meal.How meal timing influences your digestion.The impact that ultra-processed foods have on blood sugar.A connection between blood sugar and anxiety.The connection between gut bacteria and GLP-1.Why fermented food can have a positive influence on your health.Four science-backed foods you should eat to support GLP-1.What Dr. Taz learned from prescribing her patients GLP-1 at low doses.How microdosing varies from conventional dosing.Why combining holistic medicine and conventional medicine is powerful.How we can allow our bodies to initiate self-healing.The importance of creating a strategic approach to reach your health goals. Items mentioned in this episode include: Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs!DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any order!The Hormone Shift by Dr. Tasneem Bhatia - Read Dr. Taz’s book on hormonal health!The 21-Day Belly Fix by Dr. Tasneem Bhatia - Read Dr. Taz’s book on gut health!Hol+ - Check out Dr. Taz’s clinic, resources, and more!Connect with Dr. Tasneem Bhatia Website / Podcast / Facebook / Instagram Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple PodcastsSpotifySoundcloudPandoraYouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Foursigmatic and LMNT. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase.
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • TMHS 872: The Top 5 Foods You Absolutely SHOULD NOT Eat to Live Longer

    TMHS 872: The Top 5 Foods You Absolutely SHOULD NOT Eat to Live Longer
    Feb 24 2025

    In general, there’s no one-size-fits-all diet that leads to longevity. This is because there are a wide variety of foods that are nutrient-rich. However, if you want to live a long, healthy life, there are a handful of foods you should avoid regularly consuming.

    On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn about the top five foods you should not eat if you want to live longer. You’re going to hear the science on how consuming things like soda, ultra-processed sauces, and meat substitutes has the potential to harm your health and shorten your lifespan.

    While living a long, healthy life is often the culmination of building healthy habits, it is also the result of avoiding preventable diseases. Getting your diet in check can help you reduce your risks of inflammation, chronic diseases, and early death. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Model Health Show!

    In this episode you’ll discover:

    • What percent of the average American’s calories come from liquid.
    • The link between sugar sweetened beverages and mortality.
    • Why drinking soda is especially detrimental for children.
    • The truth about drinking zero-calorie diet sodas.
    • How insulin affects fat loss.
    • The ultra-processed ingredients that are hiding in meat substitutes.
    • How ultra-processed foods contribute to inflammation.
    • What percentage of the average American’s diet is ultra-processed.
    • How cereal companies prey on children.
    • The link between hyperactivity and food dyes.
    • How sauces and dressings can hide a ton of ingredients and calories.
    • What to consider about the cocktail effect.
    • How alcohol impacts your metabolism.
    • What the process of fat sparing is.

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    • Is Vegetable Oil Good for You? With Dr. Cate Shanahan - Listen to episode 870!

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    49 mins
  • TMHS 871: Improve Your Sleep, Reduce Autoimmunity & More By Improving Your Air Quality - With Mike Feldstein

    TMHS 871: Improve Your Sleep, Reduce Autoimmunity & More By Improving Your Air Quality - With Mike Feldstein
    Feb 19 2025
    Our environment is one of the main drivers of our health. Environmental factors have been linked to a variety of health conditions, not limited to asthma, cancer, infertility, and autoimmunity. And right now, for many people across Los Angeles, air quality is top of mind. On this episode of The Model Health Show, I’m joined by air quality educator, Mike Feldstein. This conversation dives into the Los Angeles fires, their impact on air quality, and what you can do to have cleaner, healthier air in your home. You’re going to learn why this specific fire is especially hazardous to air quality, what to look for in an air purifier, and so much more. Mike is also bringing you real, actionable tips you can put into place for better air, no matter where you live. The air we breathe is a vital component of our environment, and I hope this episode will give you the knowledge and empowerment you need to keep your family safe and healthy. Enjoy! In this episode you’ll discover: Why the Los Angeles fires are more harmful to air quality than a regular wildfire.How long particulates can stay in the air after a fire. What molten aluminum is. Why this particular fire is especially unprecedented. How Mike got interested in air quality. The difference between air scrubbers and air purifiers.Why air awareness is critical for human health. The difference between a HEPA filter and a carbon filter. How improving your air quality can improve your sleep. Why a furnace filter and an air purifier serve different purposes. What to look for in an air purifier. Why clean air is especially important for kids. How improving your air quality can improve your cognitive function and strategy.Practical, free tips you can use today to upgrade your air quality. What the lungs of your home are, and how to clean them. How to build a healthier home. Items mentioned in this episode include: Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs!Jaspr.co/model - Use code MODEL for $400 off the best air purifier on the market! Connect with Mike Feldstein Website / LinkedIn / Instagram Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple PodcastsSpotifySoundcloudPandoraYouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Foursigmatic and Jaspr. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life. Go to Jaspr.co/model and use code MODEL to save $400 for a limited time on the best air purifier on the market!
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • TMHS 870: Is Vegetable Oil Actually Good For You? - With Dr. Cate Shanahan

    TMHS 870: Is Vegetable Oil Actually Good For You? - With Dr. Cate Shanahan
    Feb 17 2025
    There is a lot of conflicting advice in the nutrition space. For years, foods like eggs, coconut oil, and beef have long been both villainized and championed. And another controversial food, especially in recent years, is the category of processed seed oils like canola oil and soybean oil. On today’s show, you’re going to learn the dark truth about seed oils with Dr. Cate Shanahan. Dr. Cate Shanahan is a family physician, New York Times bestselling author, and the mother of the No Seed Oil movement. Today, she’s back on The Model Health Show for a thought-provoking discussion on the dangers of processed seed oils. You’re going to learn about the history of these fats, how they became deeply engrained in our food supply, their connection with modern diseases, and much more. You’re going to learn exactly why these oils are so dangerous, and we’re going to dive into some of the common deflection points and studies that promote seed oils – and what they’re overlooking. There’s truly no one else on the planet who has more knowledge and experience with this subject matter. I hope you enjoy this interview with Dr. Cate Shanahan! In this episode you’ll discover: The chemical reaction that occurs in the process of creating vegetable oil.What oxidation is.The connection between disease and oxidative stress.How the toxins from seed oils can get into the air.The history of cottonseed oil.Why trans fats were removed from the food supply.How the banning of trans fats affected our consumption of seed oils.The amount of processed seed oils the average person consumes per year.Why seed oils are the definition of ultra processed food.What percentage of the average American’s diet is real food.The three main ingredients that are causing health crises.Why canola oil is a chemistry set.How canola oil is processed.Why seed oils are devoid of nutrients.The truth about the omega 3 content in seed oils.How authors of studies often manipulate the data.The link between infertility and oxidative stress. Items mentioned in this episode include: DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any order!Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs!Dark Calories by Dr. Cate Shanahan - Read Dr. Cate’s book!Why Body Fat & Inflammation Is Skyrocketing with Dr. Cate Shanahan - Listen to episode 799!The Hateful Eight - Learn about fats that are making us sick!Connect with Dr. Cate Shanahan Website / Newsletter / Instagram Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple PodcastsSpotifySoundcloudPandoraYouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by LMNT and Foursigmatic. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • TMHS 869: How to Deal With Difficult Times & Create a New Vision for the Future - With Michael Beckwith

    TMHS 869: How to Deal With Difficult Times & Create a New Vision for the Future - With Michael Beckwith
    Feb 12 2025

    None of us are immune from life’s difficulties. Tragedy, grief, and loss will inevitably strike at some point, and how we handle these challenges can have a profound impact on our health and happiness. On today’s show, you’re going to learn about important mindset shifts you can adopt during adversities, and how to help others who may be struggling.

    On this episode of The Model Health Show, Dr. Michael Beckwith is back for an important conversation on handling tragedy. He’s sharing wisdom on altruism, the truth about conspiracy theories, and how to begin operating at a higher frequency. You’re also going to learn about his Life Visioning process, which is designed to help you unlock your potential.

    It’s always an honor to sit down with Dr. Michael Beckwith and absorb his insights. This is information we should all arm ourselves with, so we’re better equipped to handle any hardships life throws our way. I hope you enjoy this interview!

    In this episode, you’ll discover:

    • The right question to ask during a tragedy.

    • Why othering does a disservice to humankind.

    • How to find the best way to help other people.

    • Why altruism can help boost the immune system.

    • How the ego can get addicted to blaming and wanting to be right.

    • The difference between thinking and mentation.

    • Why you should never be loyal to your opinions.

    • What it takes to become a better version of yourself.

    • How compassion and love can make you stronger.

    • What prayer is, and why it’s so powerful.

    • The science behind how we are all connected.

    • What it means to stay informed at a higher frequency.

    • The truth about abundance.

    • How to train your mind to handle hard times.

    • The importance of fine-tuning the questions you are asking.

    • How visioning differs from visualizing.

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    59 mins
  • TMHS 868: Burn Fat, Eliminate Injuries, & Increase Your Healthspan - With Mark Sisson

    TMHS 868: Burn Fat, Eliminate Injuries, & Increase Your Healthspan - With Mark Sisson
    Feb 10 2025
    Today, there is a wide array of exercises to choose from. While newly invented classes and workout modalities might be popular or enjoyable, there is one specific exercise that humans were designed to do: walking. On this episode of The Model Health Show, health expert and New York Times bestselling author Mark Sisson is back to share why walking is the foundation of human health, including its health and longevity benefits. Mark is also sharing the history of the running boom and why chronic cardio can break down your body and stop you from reaching your goals. This interview contains conversations on stress and cortisol, optimal footwear, and why getting fit doesn’t have to be as difficult as you might have been led to believe. As a former marathon runner, Mark has a unique perspective to offer on this topic and I hope this conversation helps you find a simple, enjoyable movement practice that enhances your life. Grateful to share this interview with the one and only, Mark Sisson! In this episode you’ll discover: How running became popularized in American culture.The connection between running and injuries.What types of exercises our ancestors did.How running can elevate cortisol levels and undermine your fat loss goals.The importance of muscle mass for metabolic health.What role insulin plays in body fat.Why running is catabolic.The truth about high intensity exercise classes.Why recovery is critical in your training program.The link between cortisol and immune function.How shifting from running to walking changed Mark’s body composition.The history of running shoes.How cushioned running shoes can hide bad form.Why barefoot minimalist shoes can improve your overall functionality.The truth about running a marathon.Why being fit doesn’t have to be hard. Items mentioned in this episode include: Beekeepersnaturals.com/model - Save 20% on raw honey & other natural remedies!Peluva.com/model - Get 15% off barefoot shoes with my code MODEL!Born to Walk by Mark Sisson - Get your copy of Mark’s new book today!Connect with Mark Sisson Website / Instagram Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple PodcastsSpotifySoundcloudPandoraYouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Beekeeper’s Naturals and Peluva. Reinvent your medicine cabinet for with clean, effective products powered by the beehive & backed by science. Claim your 20% discount at beekeepersnaturals.com/model. Peluva’s barefoot minimalist shoes support postural alignment, proprioception, and overall functionality. Get 15% off your order by using code MODEL at peluva.com/model.
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • TMHS 867: Lose Stubborn Weight & Transform Your Fitness When Your Hormones Change - With Autumn Calabrese

    TMHS 867: Lose Stubborn Weight & Transform Your Fitness When Your Hormones Change - With Autumn Calabrese
    Feb 5 2025
    Everyone deserves to feel strong, comfortable, and healthy in their body. Yet for years, half of the population has been overlooked not only in scientific studies, but also in doctor’s offices across the world. Women who are dealing with issues from stubborn weight gain to mood swings have largely been dismissed and left to unnecessarily suffer with debilitating symptoms. Today, fitness icon Autumn Calabrese is back on The Model Health Show. Autumn is a certified health coach, author, and the creator of several fitness programs that are designed to help women feel their strongest. In this interview, she’s here to discuss her experience reclaiming her health, what our culture gets wrong about women’s health, and how regulating your hormonal health can change everything. You’re going to learn about topics like cortisol, bioindividuality, blood sugar management, and much more. Autumn is sharing her personal experience with Pilates, breathwork, supplementation, and how these lifestyle changes inspired her new program. I hope you enjoy this interview with Autumn Calabrese! In this episode you’ll discover: Why the common messaging around women’s health is misleading.The role that hormones play in women’s health.How dietary fat impacts hormonal function.The exact steps Autumn took to reclaim her health.Why exercise can act as stress in the body.How doctors often write off women’s health concerns.The important role of bioindividuality in nutrition and exercise.What Autumn learned from pivoting to Pilates.The benefits of Pilates.How blood sugar management affects hormonal health.The connection between sugar intake and processed foods.Why we need to reframe the way we think about alcohol.The health advantages of breathwork.How to intentionally create healthy habits. Items mentioned in this episode include: Fromourplace.com/model - Get up to 40% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware during the Black Friday sale! DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any order! BelleVitale.com - Get 15% off Autumn’s program with code AUTUMNCBODI15! FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 - Listen to episode 865! Connect with Autumn Calabrese Website / TikTok / Instagram Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple PodcastsSpotifySoundcloudPandoraYouTube This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Our Place and LMNT. Get 10% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware by using my code MODEL at fromourplace.com/model. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase.
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    1 hr and 7 mins