The Model Health Show

• Why Calorie Counting Is a Trap & How Light Controls Your Health – with Dr. Paul Saladino

  Many folks who have a goal to lose weight turn to a rule of thermodynamics: calories in, calories out. While the foundational idea of eating fewer calories than you burn holds some truth, it’s also a massive oversimplification of a complex process. Today you’re going to learn about the nuances of counting calories. Our guest on today’s show is Dr. Paul Saladino. He is a licensed physician, podcast host, and a leading authority on animal-based nutrition. He’s back on The Model Health Show for an important discussion on why counting calories rarely works for long-term weight loss, the importance of focusing on food quality, and how environmental factors like light exposure control your health and energy. The human body is an intelligent, complex system that is affected by much more than just the number of calories you consume. If you’re ready to step away from counting calories for good, I hope this episode provides you with some clarity and inspiration. Enjoy!   In this episode you’ll discover:  The original purpose of the calorie. (2:49) What percentage of people regain weight after counting calories. (3:50) The definition of adaptive thermogenesis. (4:20) How ultra-processed food companies fund the narrative of calories in, calories out. (4:39) The role of food quality when trying to lose weight. (6:20) What important factors get overlooked when you exclusively focus on calories. (6:48) The connection between ultra-processed foods, mitochondria, and fat storage. (10:08) How food quality affects hunger. (11:25) What you need to know about the ingredient, EPG. (13:28) What year calories started being printed on food labels. (19:37) The truth about how artificial sweeteners affect the microbiome. (21:28) How convenience foods often lure adults into eating low quality food. (32:13) The story behind Dr. Saladino’s company, Lineage. (38:06) What the health benefits of ultraviolet light are. (41:39) The difference between whole light and processed light.  (44:49) How to move away from counting calories. (58:44) The importance of understanding bioindividuality. (1:02:29)  Items mentioned in this episode include:  Organifi.com/Model - Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping! Paleovalley.com/model - Use code MODEL for 15% off!  Lineage Provisions - Use code MODELHEALTH for 10% off! Connect with Dr. Paul Saladino Website / Podcast / Instagram / X / YouTube     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Organifi and Paleovalley. Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model. Use my code MODEL at Paleovalley.com/model to save 15% sitewide on nutrient dense snacks, superfood supplements, and more.   

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• The 5 Major Causes of BELLY FAT & How to Get Rid of It FAST - With Dr. Sean O’Mara

  Research consistently shows that carrying excessive amounts of belly fat is associated with increased risk of serious health problems like cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Today, you’re going to learn about the causative factors of dangerous visceral fat and science-backed strategies you can use to lower your body fat and improve your health. On this episode of The Model Health Show, our guest is the world’s leading physician in visceral fat elimination, Dr. Sean O’Mara. His expertise is reversing chronic fat by monitoring biomarkers like visceral and pericardial fat. He is passionate about helping humans achieve biological optimization through natural lifestyle changes. In this powerful conversation, Dr. O’Mara is sharing the five main causes of visceral fat and specific lifestyle changes you can implement today to reverse your risk for chronic disease. We’re also covering the importance of the microbiome, reviewing images of pericardial fat, and discussing the truth about how to eliminate stubborn belly fat for good. I hope you enjoy this conversation with the incredible Dr. Sean O’Mara.    In this episode you’ll discover:  Why excess cortisol is so detrimental to human health. (8:11) How lowering your stress levels can reduce visceral fat. (8:35) The connection between accumulating visceral fat and eating processed foods. (9:42) How your sleep quality impacts your body composition. (10:34) The effects of drinking alcohol on your metabolism. (11:16) How durational exercise affects your levels of visceral fat. (12:30) Why cortisol is catabolic to muscle. (15:02)  The role of cortisol in the body. (15:34) How stress can undermine your healthy habits. (16:42) The role of myokines in fat loss. (21:30) An important physiology lesson that should be taught in medical school. (22:11) The connection between ultra-processed food, microbes, and belly fat. (32:56) Which fermented foods to eat for better health. (37:16) What myosteatosis is. (44:45).  The #1 cause of the top killer in the country. (57:12) How light exposure impacts your biology. (59:53) The connection between poor sleep and disease. (1:01:19) What to expect when you quit drinking alcohol. (1:04:34)  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! Daylight Computer - Learn more about blue-light free computers!  GrowingBetterNotOlder.com - Learn how to eliminate stubborn belly fat! Connect with Dr. Sean O’Mara Website / Facebook / Instagram / YouTube   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube   This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by LMNT and Four Sigmatic. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life.  

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• Let’s Talk About Sex

  Sex has long been regarded a taboo topic, but it’s actually an essential part of human health that can impact your life in a multitude of ways. Your sexual experiences and performance can shed light on your cardiovascular fitness, affect your mental health, and so much more. But sadly, there’s a lot of misunderstanding and lack of education when it comes to sexual health.   On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, I’m bringing you conversations from two powerhouse experts in the field of sexual wellness. Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified endocrinologist and clinical sexologist, and Dr. Rena Malik is a board-certified urologist and sexual health expert. You’re going to hear the latest science around pleasure, orgasms, and sexual function.   You’re going to discover how your sexual function can reflect what’s happening inside your body, how to give and get more pleasure, what the health benefits of orgasms are, and some anatomy lessons you probably didn’t get in your sex ed class. I hope you enjoy this compilation episode! In this episode you’ll discover:  Why education about women’s anatomy has been suppressed. (3:08) The solitary function of the clitoris. (3:28) An important distinction between fear-based sexual education and pleasure-based sexual education. (6:20) Why parents should become sexual education experts in their homes. (10:44) The best way to pleasure your partner. (14:05) What arousal non-concordance is. (17:51) Why orgasm requires mindfulness. (20:07) How the sexual excitation and inhibition model works. (23:47)  The role and function of hormones during ovulation. (27:24) What your sex life can tell you about your overall health. (35:08) How the clitoris and penis are similar. (37:06) The only organ that exists solely for pleasure. (39:16) Why communication is essential for pleasure. (40:58) What the g-spot is and how to stimulate it. (44:34) The percentage of women that struggle with low libido. (47:33) How sexual health affects mental health. (48:49) The importance of prioritizing intimacy. (54:39) The health benefits of orgasms. (57:42) Why erectile dysfunction is on the rise, and the best ways to remedy it. (1:01:51)  Items mentioned in this episode include:  Fromourplace.com/model - Get 10% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware with code MODEL! The Orgasm Gap & What You Should Have Learned in Sex Ed with Dr. Jolene Brighten - Listen to episode 669!  Real Sex, Sexual Dysfunction, Pleasure Principles with Dr. Rena Malik - Listen to episode 810!  Is This Normal? by Dr. Jolene Brighten - Read Dr. Brighten’s book!   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube   This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Our Place.Get 10% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware by using my code MODEL at fromourplace.com/model.  

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• Can Bigger Muscles Give You A Bigger Brain? - With Louisa Nicola

  Building and maintaining an adequate amount of muscle mass has a variety of health benefits. Muscle can help optimize your metabolism, reduce your risk of injuries, and allows you to have a level of functional fitness to perform everyday tasks. Today, you’re going to learn about the fascinating connection between muscles and brain health. On this episode of The Model Health Show, our guest is neurophysiologist and human performance coach, Louisa Nicola. Louisa’s work is focused on the intersection of modern neurosurgery and the science of brain optimization. Her mission is to end Alzheimer’s disease through actionable strategies and helping people build resilient, athletic brains. In this interview, you’re going to hear the latest science on how your muscle mass impacts your brain function. We’re also going to discuss how video games can actually improve cognitive function, the truth about using creatine, and so many more tips on building a stronger brain and body. I hope you enjoy this rich, science-packed conversation with Louisa Nicola!   In this episode you’ll discover:  The connection between the size of your leg muscles and the size of your brain. (2:12) How your brain plasticity is affected by your muscle mass. (3:32) One of the main causes of neurodegeneration and how to improve your brain. (4:16) What power is and how to improve it. (5:52) The important role of myokines. (7:20) How resistance training impacts cancer mortality rates. (10:03) Why bone density decreases during menopause, and how to counter it. (12:07) The symptoms of brain atrophy. (18:38) Which exercises allow you to reap the most brain and body benefits. (22:07) How playing video games can grow your brain. (27:33) Four specific reasons that video games can create new connections in the brain. (28:40) The impact that travel has on spatial awareness. (32:52) What creatine is and its benefits on the brain and body. (37:14) How much creatine you need to saturate the brain tissue. (39:16) Why creatine is neuroprotective against conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. (39:43) The critical role of omega 3 fatty acids for brain health. (44:12) Why there’s an epidemic of vitamin D deficiency. (45:35) How having adequate vitamin D levels affects the brain. (47:11)  Items mentioned in this episode include:  DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any order! 7 Mind-Blowing Ways to Extend Your Lifespan - Listen to episode 484! Neuro Athletics Coaching Certificate - Sign up for the 6-week course! Connect with Louisa Nicola Website / Instagram  Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube   This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by LMNT. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase.  

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• How Your Microbiome Controls Your Lifespan

  When you think about the factors that contribute to how long you live, you probably think about behaviors like diet, sleep, smoking, and alcohol consumption. But today, the latest science on the microbiome shows that the health and diversity of your microbiome also plays a substantial role in influencing your lifespan. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to hear from three incredible experts on how your microbiome controls your longevity. You’ll learn about the specific gut bacteria that can reduce your risk for diseases and how to build a healthy, resilient microbiome. This special compilation features expert scientists and physicians in the specialties of genetics, cancer research, and cardiology. If you want to be healthier and live longer, unlocking the health of your microbiome is a powerful lever you can pull. This episode is here to give you all the information you need to create your healthiest gut ever. I hope you enjoy this compilation episode!   In this episode you’ll discover:  Why your gut microbiome is like air traffic control for your health. (1:58) How the health of your microbiome can impact your body’s reaction to medical treatments. (2:31) What role gut bacteria plays in longevity. (3:54) The four bacteria that can improve your health outcomes. (5:36) How the probiotic strain P9 works. (7:15) The importance of diet for encouraging the growth of healthy gut bacteria. (9:21) Why the combination of fiber and fermented foods is so powerful. (15:18) The role of microbiome diversity in promoting butyrate production. (16:17) What xenobiotics are. (17:35) The impact that antibiotics have had on the human microbiome. (20:20) How consuming resistant starches can improve your gut health. (23:05) What the gut-centric theory of hunger is. (24:41) The health benefits of forest bathing. (27:11) What postbiotics are. (32:49) How to incorporate more fermented polyphenols into your diet. (35:19) Why your microbiome is a holistic marker for your entire body. (41:38) How many plant foods to consume every week for optimal microbial diversity. (43:43) The impact time restricted feeding has on the microbiome. (44:18)  Items mentioned in this episode include:  Piquelife.com/model - Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions!  Peluva.com/model - Get 15% off barefoot shoes with my code MODEL! Reverse Aging, Prevent Disease, & Live Longer with Dr. William Li - Listen to episode 857! How Gut Health Impacts Brain Health with Dr. Steven Gundry - Listen to episode 755! The Truth About Gut Health & Longevity with Dr. Tim Spector - Listen to episode 850!   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube   This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Pique and Peluva. Go to Piquelife.com/model for exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions on cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation.  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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