Fat-burning Man By Abel James (video Podcast): Real Food, Real Results.

You’ve likely heard the buzz around photobiomodulation, but can light exposure significantly improve sleep, recovery, and performance?  Well, there are more than 15,000 studies exploring photobiomodulation as a healing modality, but despite an abundance of research, the effects of light for our health has been largely overlooked in the past few decades.  Now we’re becoming more aware of how artificial light can disrupt our circadian rhythm, but certain wavelengths of infrared and near infrared light used therapeutically can also have profound positive effects on our performance and overall well being.  And as we’ll discuss today, the uses for near infrared light go beyond health, to explore deeper mysteries in our cosmos.  I’m honored to be here with Bjørn Ekeberg, author of the groundbreaking book "Metaphysical Experiments," and Co-founder and CEO of Recharge Health, the creators of the world's first targeted infrared therapy device—the FlexBeam.  This episode with Bjørn gets heady, you’re going to dig this

How do ancient myths and legends shape our virtues?  What are the cognitive benefits of listening to and telling stories?  And what's the danger of outsourcing our creativity to artificial intelligence?  Today I’m honored to be here with the one and only Odds Bodkin, Master Storyteller in the Bardic Tradition, published author, educator, and award-winning recording artist who has been mesmerizing audiences since 1982.  I first saw Odds Bodkin perform more than 30 years ago in New Hampshire when I was about 7 or 8 years old, and I have never seen a better storyteller in my life. In fact, Odds was a big part of inspiring me to write and perform music as my first career. And to this day, Odds’ storytelling continues to captivate us on long road trips and we’ll often listen to his stories before bed, which is a wonderful way to spark vivid dreams, and far better for your brain than a Netflix binge. Odds is a world-class performer, deep thinker, and incredible person. He even brought his 12-string-guitar along for

Does printing a cartoon character on the front of a box of cereal change the way that it tastes?  The answer is a resounding yes. Marketing has deep and profound effects on our perception, and food manufacturers use tactics like these to get us to crave, buy and consume more and more ultra processed food.  Returning to the show today is our friend, Shawn Stevenson, creator of the The Model Health Show, and USA Today National bestselling author of Eat Smarter and Sleep Smarter, as well as his new book, The Eat Smarter Family Cookbook. As usual, Shawn brings the heat. We're chatting about: Why we need to take back ownership of the word “science” How our environment influences our genes What happens when you put a cartoon character on processed food And much, much more… Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/shawn-stevenson-why-big-food-uses-cartoon-characters-to-manipulate-us/   Check out and support Shawn Stevenson at eatsmartercookbook.com   Join The Wild Guil

Do you find that you're more easily distracted than ever? You're in good company. In the age of nonstop notifications, painfully short attention spans, and endless fear mongering and doom scrolling, sometimes it feels difficult to get things done. So are you ready to master your time, attention and productivity? Imagine what you could accomplish if you could stay focused and follow through on your goals, despite all the distractions of modern life. Now is the perfect time to harness science-backed strategies to break bad habits for good. I’m pleased to be here today with Nir Eyal, a business consultant and award-winning author, including his latest bestseller, “Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life.” On this episode with Nir, we're chatting about: How to break bad habits and reduce wasted time How to use discomfort to your advantage How to master your time and attention Why that long to-do list could actually be hurting your productivity (and what to do instead) And tons more… R

What’s the secret to achieving and maintaining top performance, even into our 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and beyond? If you’re ready to achieve life-changing results this year, and keep your momentum for the long haul, you’re in the right place. Today we’re here with the one and only Tony Horton, a world-class fitness and lifestyle expert, bestselling author, and the madman behind the most successful fitness program in America—P90X, as well as many more. With over 3 decades of experience in the fitness industry, Tony has helped millions of people transform their lives through fitness. On this show with Tony Horton, we’re chatting about: How weaknesses help us redefine our goals and identity Why Tony calls himself a part-time vegan What to do when you get bored, injured or hit a plateau Why it’s better to stand out than to fit in An easy way to shift your mental state when you feel panicked, anxious, angry or depressed Importance of accountability and finding the right people, purpose and plan And tons more… Read the

How do you feed your family when you're as poor as a churchmouse? To help celebrate the holidays, today we have a very special throwback episode for you with my grandmother Nan. When I first started this show, almost 13 years ago, I bought a cheap little video camera and interviewed Nan at her house because she's pretty much my favorite person in the universe. As many of you know, Nan's wisdom is ever present in our work, and especially my book, The Wild Diet. But who is Nan anyway? Well, Marion Bascom, affectionately known as Nan was a nurse, a Second Lieutenant in the US Army, and a city girl who married my grandfather, Horace, a dairy farmer, and took on the challenges of tending to a dairy farm, organic garden and homestead while raising 7 children. After living the good life for almost a century, Nan passed away a few years ago at the age of 97. And I'm very happy to be able to share some of her wisdom with you here today. We could all benefit from listening to a few words from the elders these days. Thi

Do you use wearable technology to track your health data? How accurate is it? And most importantly, how can we use those data points to change our habits and create meaningful results in our actual lives? Whether you're collecting data from wearable technology or not, we're going to share a few simple strategies we can use to boost mood, productivity and energy. And joining us today is Dr. Erik Korem, a high performance thought leader in athlete tracking technologies and the founder of the AIM7 app. Eric has his PhD in exercise science with an emphasis in sleep, and nearly 2 decades of experience working with the NFL, college football and even gold medal Olympic athletes. Buckle up, in today's conversation with Dr. Erik Korem were chatting about: How to build adaptive capacity and consistent peak performance A surprising way to boost mood and improve resilience to stress Fun activities for young people to build confidence and support overall health Simple strategies to sneak movement breaks into your day How

Can you increase your IQ in just 15 minutes a day? How easy is it to transform your brain to become more creative, intelligent and productive? With AI positioned to take over our jobs and our hobbies, we have to pause and consider the true purpose of writing, art and music. And I'm honored that joining us here today is Vitaliy Katsenelson, an award-winning writer, the CEO of Investment Management Associates, and author of a number of books, including his latest, “Soul in the Game”. Vitaliy is a brilliant writer, multifaceted intellectual and an incredible person, so I hope you enjoy this conversation. We're chatting about: How to boost IQ in as little as 15 minutes a day while transforming your brain into a writer's brain The dark side of over-abundance and the value of self-imposed constraints Why fewer choices often lead to more happiness Why an investment guy is telling us how unimportant money is How art trains us to be mindful and look for beauty in the world around us And tons more… Read the show note

Have you ever heard that dramatically under-eating or chronically starving yourself will lead to increased longevity?  I've seen multiple media reports claiming that undereating by 20% or 30% of your daily caloric needs will add years to your lifespan.  Thankfully, it's not true. In fact, starving yourself of food, especially protein, could actually reduce your lifespan.  So what are the lifestyle practices that actually drive longevity?  To help separate fact from fiction, I'm thrilled that returning to the show today is our good buddy Robb Wolf, a former research biochemist, powerlifting champion, and now a 2x New York Times best-selling author, co-host of Healthy Rebellion Radio, and the co-founder of DrinkLMNT Electrolytes.  In this interview with Robb, we're chatting about: Why fasting too much may negatively impact performance and longevity Why cows and pasture-raised animals are good for us (and the planet) What happened when Google's algorithm skewed search results and put independent health authors

Where does music come from? And why does it play such an enormous role in our lives? In my first book, The Musical Brain, I admitted that, “If I didn't have music, I'd be certified insane.” And I stand by it. Music taps into the brain, the heart and the soul like nothing else. And today I'm thrilled to welcome to the show, Wayne Altman, a U.S. Army Veteran, author, and creator of Melody Clouds. After his hearing was damaged during service in the army, causing severe ringing in the ears or tinnitus, Wayne experimented with sound masking and binaural beats to help ease his symptoms. He's here today to talk about where music comes from and how we can use music and sound with intention to improve our mental health and performance. We're chatting about: How to utilize music functionally to achieve different brain states and boost mood The origins of music and why it affects us so profoundly How to use sound masking to ease symptoms of ringing in the ears and improve physiological states How music and sound is use

What should we do about carb cravings when they hit hard? And what’s it like to eat just one meal a day for years on end? In this special “Ask Me Anything” episode, I’m tackling your questions about: The scoop on OMAD-style intermittent fasting Tips for enjoying free meals Troubleshooting low energy What to do about carb cravings Flour alternatives when making treats How to build consistency into your habits And tons more... Read the show notes: https://fatburningman.com/omad-style-fasting-free-meals-mastering-the-art-of-consistency-ask-me-anything/ Join The Wild Guild and get freebies on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/abeljames  Like the show on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/fatburningman  Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fatburnman  Click here for your free Fat-Burning Kit: http://fatburningman.com/bonus

Does it ever feel like you're getting in your own way? Though we have more convenience, entertainment and abundance than ever before in human history, it's clear that our collective mental health is struggling. But here's the good news. We can actually reprogram our brain to break toxic habits, overcome trauma and optimize our mental health. Ready to learn how? I'm grateful that returning to the show today is Dr. Caroline Leaf, a Communication Pathologist, Audiologist, Psycho-Neurobiologist, Clinical and Cognitive Neuroscientist, podcast host, as well as the best-selling author of a number of books, including her latest book, "How To Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess" and it's excellent. Dr. Leaf was one of the very first in her field to study neuroplasticity and how the brain can change with directed mind input. And today she's here sharing her findings from her research along with tools you can use to help yourself and your family calm emotions, heal traumas and optimize mental health for a lifetim

How is it possible to shed over 100 pounds and keep it off without exercise? How can we counteract the damaging effects of artificial blue light and non-native EMF to heal at the cellular level? Why are professional athletes suddenly falling apart in their prime, and what can we do about it? To answer these questions and more, I'm honored to welcome back to the show, our friend Dr. Jack Kruse, a respected neurosurgeon, CEO of the Kruse Longevity Center, author, self-described mitochondriac, and inventor looking at the quantum level to explain how nature works in biology. Dr. Kruse is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and has completed more than 10,000 surgeries in his career. For the edification of those who don't know him. Dr. Jack Kruse is an incredible, brilliant human being. He's been known to write blog posts buck naked outside in below-freezing temperatures, pack himself on ice for hours and get banned from TED talks. Back in 2008, Dr. Kruse began experimenting on himself wit

How can we train to perform at the highest level when the pressure is on? And how can we stay on point when we get injured, our relationships fall apart and the roughest parts of real life threaten to derail our progress? Whether you're growing a business, performing in elite athletics or dominating in any field, what systems do we need to set up in order to up our game and keep improving? To help us out, I'm honored to be joined once again by Niyi Sobo, former NFL running back for the New Orleans Saints and firefighter turned mindset and peak performance coach for pro athletes, top performers, CEOs and executives. Niyi is also host of the highly-rated Sports Motivation Podcast and Get Ya Mind Right Podcast, as well as a father of five.  I hope you enjoy. We're chatting about: How to embrace pain and failure and use it to your advantage What champions do after they win the big game The importance of clearly defining your vision and purpose How to develop a training regimen to level up your game and perform u

Do you buy the carnivore theory that plants are trying to kill us and we should avoid eating all plant matter? What about the vegetarian argument that we should never ever eat meat? If you take anything away from this show, make it this: always take extremism, hysteria and dogmatism with a grain of salt. As the blogosphere and personalized RSS feeds have been replaced by superficial social media channels in an algorithmic race to the bottom, the modern internet, it seems, is rapidly devolving into a cesspool that rewards extremism, gimmickry and one-way thinking. But the truth is much more complicated, subtle and nuanced. So to help us sift through the dogma and fads with a scientific approach, I'm happy to say that returning to the show today is the award-winning public speaker, New York Times best-selling author and world-renowned health expert, Dr. Sarah Ballantyne. We're talking about: Why many popular diets are actually increasing nutrient deficiencies Secrets to making vegetables taste great so you wan

What are you training for? What keeps you coming back day after day? Especially when things get hard, whether you're looking to improve your body composition, training for a personal best or simply exercising for optimal health in body and mind, it's important to create clarity around our goals. And to help us make sure we're training the right way, avoiding injury and focusing on the results that really matter, I'm happy to be here today with the one and only Jay Ferruggia, a coach, writer and host of the Renegade Strength Show. You may have seen Jay’s work in Men’s Health, Muscle & Fitness, Maximum Fitness, Men’s Fitness, Fast Company, or on ESPN or CBS. With 27 years of experience and expertise, this dude is the real deal. Jay Ferruggia is an advisor to NFL, MLB, and WWE athletes, and countless high performers. I’ve been following Jay’s work for a decade and I’m stoked he’s with us today. On this show with Jay Ferruggia, we're chatting about: How to adjust your workouts as you age for maximum strength

Would you like to experience smoother skin, fewer wrinkles and increased muscle mass? How about reduced appetite, increased libido and deeper sleep with vivid dreams? It all starts with re-populating your microbiome with the right kind of probiotics, specifically lactobacillus reuteri. And thanks to the work of one pioneering cardiologist, we're learning more and more about how to dramatically improve our gut health, sleep and even our outlook on life. Our friend, the brilliant Dr. William Davis is back with some eye-opening insights. As long time listeners know, Dr. William Davis is a cardiologist, #1 New York Times best-selling author and health crusader whose best-selling books include the "Wheat Belly" series, "Undoctored," "Super Gut" and many more. If you're worried about cholesterol or wondering how to repopulate your gut after a round of antibiotics, this show is for you. You're about to learn: Why the medical establishment wasted 50+ years obsessing over cholesterol and saturated fat (and why we sho

When you know what you should do, what stops you from actually doing it? In other words, how do we get out of our own way?  If you're ready to level up your game, blast through roadblocks and become the legend you're truly meant to be, you're in the right place.  Returning to the show today is my friend David Nurse, an NBA Mindset Coach, best-selling author, podcaster and motivational speaker.  A former pro basketball player and coach for the Brooklyn Nets, David has spent the last 15 years transforming the way hundreds of NBA stars play on the court, as well as coaching hundreds of corporate executives to rock the boardroom.  On this show with David Nurse, we're talking about:  How to overcome fear of failure and other people's opinions—a big one these days How to free yourself from psychological prisons and illusions, like social media The importance of defining a simple mission statement for your own life How to harness the goodness in yourself and use your gifts to serve others Improving your ability to

Are you training for short-term results or for longevity?  How can we train to not just avoid the hit, but to actually take the hit? And most importantly, why deadlift when you can just get butt implants? Today, I'm honored to be here with some of my heroes, Juliet and Kelly Starrett are co-founders of the Ready State and co-authors of the new book Built to Move. After decades of working with pro athletes, Olympians and Navy Seals, mobility pioneers, Kelly and Juliet Starrett wrote their new book to focus on long-term physical wellbeing for the rest of us mere mortals.  As you'll hear on today's show, by rethinking your environment and working in easy, simple and enjoyable mobility exercises, we can train to be more durable now as well as later in life. This is a fun one. On this show with Juliet and Kelly Starrett, we're chatting about: Why deadlifts are better than butt implants, despite what Instagram might tell you Why 5 to 10 minutes of daily mobility training compounds into huge wins over time How the

If you're not feeling and performing at your best, how do you identify exactly what's out of whack?  When you're suffering from fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, depression, weight gain or disrupted sleep, tracking down the root cause can be nearly impossible on your own.  And while the heavy-handed pharmaceutical approach can be useful for some conditions, a life sentence of taking drugs that just treat symptoms doesn't save the rest of your body from falling apart. If you're looking for life-long health and quality of life, a supportive approach that identifies and treats the root cause and shifts your body into a healing state is essential. So I'm pleased that joining us on the show today is Dr. Izabella Wentz, a New York Times bestselling author and integrative pharmacist, dedicated to finding the root causes of chronic health conditions.  On this show with Dr. Izabella Wentz, we're talking about: How to restore balance in the body (especially for folks with Hashimoto's thyroid issues or auto-immune issues) H