#1050 Weight Loss Has Nothing to Do with Willpower – The Shocking Root Cause Revealed with Dr. Matthew Lederman
In this powerful episode, Ben Azadi sits down with Dr. Matthew Lederman — a physician and pioneer in nonviolent communication — for a conversation that goes far beyond diet and exercise. Together, they unpack how emotional health, purpose, and stress are intimately tied to your ability to lose weight and feel truly alive.
Dr. Lederman shares eye-opening insights on why so many people struggle with weight loss resistance, and it has nothing to do with willpower. You’ll learn how tuning into your emotions, reconnecting with your sense of purpose, and embracing joy and human connection can unlock a path to lasting vitality.
Expect practical tools, real talk, and a refreshing take on what it really means to heal — body and mind. Whether you’re stuck in a cycle of stress or just feeling disconnected, this episode offers a roadmap back to yourself.
🔥 Key Topics Discussed:
The relationship between emotional state, stress, and overall health.
Understanding weight loss resistance and its multifactorial nature.
The impact of stress and purpose on physiology and health outcomes.
The concept of social genomics and its effects on immune system gene expression.
The importance of face-to-face interactions for regulating the nervous system.
Practical tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including grocery shopping strategies.
The role of chronic inflammation and gut health in weight loss resistance.
The significance of having a sense of purpose and its influence on health and longevity.
Strategies for managing stress and fostering a healthy nervous system.
The benefits of play, laughter, and downtime for overall well-being.
🔗 Links and Resources:
🧘 Get the We Be Kalm device here: http://webekalm.com/THEBENAZADI use the code THEBENAZADI for 15% off
Connect with Dr. Lederman:
Instagram: @webekalm
Facebook: @webekalmofficial
Twitter/X: Likely @webekalm
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#1049 I Ate ONLY Meat for 90 Days—What Happened to My Brain, Body Fat, Inflammation, and Labs Will Surprise You | With Ben Azadi
Ben Azadi reveals the shocking results of his 90-day carnivore diet experiment — eating only meat, no fruits, vegetables, or carbs. Despite critics warning it would harm his health, Ben experienced fat loss, improved gut health, better sleep, and enhanced brain clarity. He tracked everything: glucose, HRV, body fat, labs, and microbiome. His findings challenge conventional nutrition advice and show how a meat-only diet impacted his body, brain, and gut.
Key Topics:
What Ben ate (carnivore levels 2–3)
Blood work and stool test results
Mental clarity, deep sleep, and fat loss
Gut microbiome improvements without fiber
FAQs about protein, supplements, and cravings
Mentioned Resources:
📘 Metabolic Freedom book + free course → http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com
🛠️ Tools:
Oura Ring for sleep tracking: https://amzn.to/46vf69y
InBody Scale for fat/muscle analysis: https://amzn.to/4eDRTUR
LabCorp labs
Watch my previous video for a complete breakdown of my before and after labs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1hCAgddsVY&list=PL3q2XjTF08MCKcJPMJiQlIsuX6UVFq_iG&index=4
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#1048 Your Labs Are Lying! – The Shocking Truth About Thyroid Testing with Dr. Amie Hornaman
In this eye-opening episode, Ben Azadi welcomes the powerhouse behind "The Thyroid Fixer," Dr. Amie Hornaman. Together, they dive into the real-life struggles many people face when it comes to thyroid dysfunction, from fatigue and weight gain to mood swings and feeling disconnected from your own body.
Dr. Amie shares why so many thyroid conditions are missed or misdiagnosed, how standard lab tests often fail to tell the full story, and what questions you should be asking your doctor. She also explains how environmental toxins can quietly wreak havoc on your thyroid and why individualized treatment is the key to lasting results.
If you've ever felt like something isn't right but can't get the answers you need, this episode will give you hope and direction. You'll walk away with practical tools to become your own health advocate and a renewed understanding of how to support your energy, metabolism, and overall well-being.
🔥 Key Topics:
Connection between thyroid health and metabolic function
Overview of thyroid conditions, including Hashimoto's disease and hypothyroidism
Common symptoms associated with thyroid dysfunction
Importance of early diagnosis and comprehensive testing for thyroid hormones
Root causes and triggers of hypothyroidism
Relationship between insulin resistance and thyroid health
Dietary and lifestyle interventions to support thyroid function
Role of supplementation in managing thyroid health
Impact of environmental toxins on thyroid function
Patient empowerment in healthcare conversations regarding thyroid health
🔗 Links and Resources:
Dr. Amie's Website: https://dramie.com
Connect with Dr. Amie on Social Media here
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Meet Ben Azadi in person! Click here to view his upcoming speaking schedule and book signing: https://benazadi.com/events/
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#1047 Fix Your Gut, Burn Fat, and Reclaim Your Energy: The Ultimate 7-Day Reset Plan With Ben Azadi
Feeling bloated, stuck, or struggling to lose fat—especially after 35? In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the world’s most effective gut-healing and fat-burning diet. Learn the top 7 foods to heal your gut and shed fat naturally, a 7-day meal plan, and the 7 worst foods wrecking your metabolism.
You’ll also hear:
Why red meat and eggs are misunderstood superfoods
The truth about seed oils, snacking, and “healthy” grains
Ben’s personal supplement picks for gut repair
How to test your gut health with Vibrant Labs
🛒 Ben’s Recommended Products
🔗 Equip Foods – Collagen & Colostrum
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🔗 Purity Coffee – Clean, mold-free, antioxidant-rich
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🔗 Paleo Valley Organ Meats Capsules
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🔗 Pique Tea– Microplastic-free, organic tea
Links below
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Code BENAZADI for 10% off
🔗 Vibrant Wellness Gut Zoomer Test –
Practitioner test to assess gut healing
Look for “Gut Zoomer” at http://vibrantwellness.com
📘 Grab Ben’s New Book: Metabolic Freedom
Get the 30-day plan to:
✔ Lose 20 lbs
✔ Lower inflammation
✔ Fix your gut
✔ Boost your energy
✔ Transform your metabolism
📚 Available on hardcover, Kindle, Audible, and Spotify
🎧 Audiobook FREE for Audible or Spotify Premium users
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#1046 7 Free & Science-Backed Longevity Hacks You’ve Never Heard Of (That Could Add Years to Your Life) With Ben Azadi
In this episode, Ben shares 7 simple yet powerful longevity hacks that most people overlook—but are fully backed by science. From mouth taping and nasal breathing to ditching fluoride toothpaste and walking after meals, these tools are free, accessible, and life-changing. Plus, discover the annual 100-hour reset that could dramatically reduce your risk of chronic disease, and why low cholesterol might actually be hurting your health.
✅ Key Topics:
The role of nitric oxide and mouth breathing
How eating before bed disrupts melatonin and fat burning
Why grazing ages you faster
The dangers of antiseptic mouthwash and fluoride
Benefits of apple cider vinegar + walking combo
The annual 100-hour fast explained
A bonus tip about cholesterol that will shock you
🎁 Resources & Mentions from This Video:
🔹 SomniFix mouth tape: Safe and effective for nightly use
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🔹Coupon Code "ketokamp"
🔹 Fluoride-free toothpaste by Dr. Nathan Bryan (CardioSmile)
👉 https://bit.ly/4jyJov2 use the coupon code ketokamp
🔹 My 100-Hour Fasting Timeline Video (reset your immune system + reduce zombie cells)
👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XUp7_eir18&list=PL3q2XjTF08MCKcJPMJiQlIsuX6UVFq_iG&index=4
🔹 My NEW book: Metabolic Freedom (NYT Bestseller!)
🔥 Learn the truth about metabolism, fasting, fat loss, inflammation & more
📕 Get the book + a free metabolism course: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com
🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals
Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and best selling author of Keto Flex, is the host of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast. We bring on the thought leaders in this space in this space to have life-changing conversations so you can apply it and upgrade your metabolism. The topics we cover include bio-hacking, ketosis, carnivore, fasting strategies, mindset and metabolic health. Discover how to cut through all the noise in the health and nutrition space so you can finally get the results you want, and keep them; whether its fat loss, more energy, better sleep, or focusing on general health and longevity. As a former obese man, Ben took his pain of being extremely unhealthy, and turned it into a purpose by transforming his health and now he is on a mission to educate 1 billion people. Ben brings you the thought leaders in the world of health, including Dr. Eric Berg, Ben Greenfield, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Will Cole, Mark Sisson, Dr. Ken Berry, Dr Mindy Pelz, Cynthia Thurow, Dr. Daniel Pompa, and many others. You'll discover everything you want to know about the keto diet, ketosis, paleo, fasting, intermittent fasting, block fasting, fasting mimicking diet, bulletproof fasting, dry fasting, water fasting, and everything that works (and doesn't work) to help you understand what is best for your unique body.
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