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Did you know that hormone imbalances can wreak havoc on your health? Dr. Jacey Folkers is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Lincoln with a degree in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine studies. Dr. Folkers has completed his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic College and is a licensed doctor of chiropractic in the states of Nebraska and Colorado. He has completed postgraduate study in clinical nutrition, rehabilitative exercise, and functional medicine so he can offer the most cutting-edge techniques to help address his patient's growing healthcare needs. He has owned or managed 8 clinics. Dr Folkers' clinics have emphasized areas of treatment that include hormone testing and treatment therapies, regenerative medicine, weight loss, cognitive therapies, thyroid conditions, autoimmunity, diabetes, functional testing, DNA testing. Dr. Folkers has worked with a wide variety of patients from professional athletes trying to increase performance and heal from injuries to the everyday person with chronic health challenges. Using a holistic and root cause approach, Dr. Folkers addresses core underlying barriers to health, allowing his patients to thrive and live their best lives. We covered a ton of information in this episode, and I'm looking forward to welcoming him back in the future. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to learn more: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Have you considered a carnivore diet to help with health issues? Dani Conway is a Board Certified Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Functional Bloodwork Specialist and holds various certifications in other modalities of holistic health. She has been in practice almost two decades helping midlife women to ditch the diet mentality, lose weight and gain the energy and confidence they need to stop starving and start living! She specializes in a customized Macro approach to nutrition varying from Low Carb to Carnivore, along with a focus on root cause healing of hormone and gut issues to truly rebalance the body from the inside out. Dani has worked with thousands of women over 40 in both her one on one practice as well as her group programs, where she truly focuses on a client's individual needs. Dani does not believe in dogma, and does believe that one size *never* fits all! Dani got into this line of work because of her own health journey, which she shares more about. And, she has been featured in multiple morning news segments over the years on the Keto Diet, the Carnivore Diet, Intermittent Fasting, her "UNdiet" approach, along with multiple delicious low-carb recipes. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to learn more: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
I met Ryan Young at my first competition of 2023 in Utah where he was helping a client backstage. We made a connection, and I thought it would be wonderful to invite him to the podcast to share a bit about his competitive journey, including fitness, nutrition, and lessons he's learned. If bodybuilding is in your wheelhouse, this is the episode for you. What we discussed: __ __ Where to follow Ryan: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
How do you handle adversity? Cody Watkins has been training for over 20 years and has had to overcome some significant health issues during that time. It was a great conversation about training, resiliency, and bouncing back, so I know you'll find it relevant. What we discussed: __ __ Where to follow Cody: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Are you a healthy role model for your children? Bryan Scudiere shares his journey from overweight to bodybuilding coach to become a better father and role model for his 20-month-old daughter. He left his high-paying sales job to pursue his passion for helping others reach their fitness goals, and his story is so inspirational. I've got no doubt that you'll take something from this episode. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to learn more: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Do questionable choices and an unhealthy lifestyle keep you from achieving your goals? Elana Rheinhart is a new competitor in the bodybuilding circuit and recently performed in her first competition. Her story of transformation is incredibly inspiring, and I know you'll enjoy it as much as I did. What we discussed: __ __ Where to follow Elana's journey: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Many episodes on this podcast discuss alternative methods for healing and wellness, and this episode is no exception. Paul F. Austin, a prominent figure in psychedelics, has guided millions to safe and meaningful psychedelic experiences through his work as the founder of Third Wave. Featured in , , , and the , to name a few, he's curious about the convergence of psychedelics, personal transformation, and professional success and how they weave together to help form a meaningful existence. Paul empowers leaders, creatives, and pioneers to leverage psychedelics for profound personal and professional growth. He views utilizing psychedelics as a refined skill cultivated through mentorship, exploration, and purposeful use—critical for humanity's ongoing evolution. (https://www.paulaustin.co/about) I know nothing about this topic from personal experience, so it was a pleasure to have this discussion and learn from his expertise. I know you'll find it interesting as well. What we discussed: __ __ Where to learn more: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Do you, like so many others, worry about your heart health? Dave Feldman began a low-carb, high-fat diet in April 2015 and has since learned everything he could about it, with special emphasis on cholesterol. As an engineer, he spotted a pattern in the lipid system similar to distributed objects in networks. He has since learned quite a bit on the subject, both through research and experimentation, which has revealed some compelling data. With this new general theory, he's shifted his cholesterol substantially without any drugs or special supplements. (https://cholesterolcode.com/about/) I am so grateful to him for his research and for bringing information to light regarding cholesterol and a ketogenic diet. I learned so much during this conversation and I know you will as well. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to learn more: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
March marks the sixth anniversary of the launch of the keto brick, and what better way to celebrate than with a discount? Despite new business failure rates, the keto brick is still around thanks to our wonderful supporters. What you'll hear in this episode: __ __ To receive a 15% off your order of keto bricks from March 3-10, simply enter the code sixyears at checkout on www.ketobrick.com If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Do you suffer from poor gut health? Dane Johnson has battled Crohn's colitis and ulcerative colitis for a good portion of his life. Through experimentation, he has found the proper protocol for his body to help control these ailments and improve his life. We had a great conversation about this and also mindset, and I know you'll enjoy it as well. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to learn more about Dane's story: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Did you know that a ketogenic diet can be an effective treatment for epilepsy? Michael Leddy has lived with epilepsy from a young age, dealing with seizures regularly. Having tried surgery in 2012 with short-lived effects, he began a ketogenic diet in 2017 and has found it to be a more effective treatment than other options. It was a pleasure to have him on the podcast and learn from him and I know you'll also enjoy this episode. What you'll hear: __ __ Look for Michael on Strava to follow his running journey! If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Have you ever considered incorporating sprouts into your diet? Doug Evans is the sprout guru and has been sprouting his own greens for quite some time. As you may know, Crystal and I have been getting into homesteading, and I wanted to pick Doug's brain about what exactly sprouts are, their nutritional benefits, and how to get into growing my own. It was a pleasure to learn from him and I know you'll enjoy this conversation as much as I did. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to learn more about Doug and the sprouting lifestyle: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Do you struggle with mental illness? Valerie Smith healed her mind and body through a well-formulated ketogenic diet. Her story is honest, raw, and inspiring, and I know you'll take something from our conversation. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to read more of Valerie's story: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
If you're like me, you don't know much about mushrooms other than the strains we're all familiar with. Robert Johnson is a mushroom aficionado and has been since he was a teenager. He founded the premium mushroom product line Mycroboost as well as Custom Capsule Consultants, where he is CEO. His work in the cannabinoid, health, and supplement space since 2008 has given him deep expertise around cannabinoids, hemp, mushrooms, supplements, product development, business development, market demands, and consumer trends. (https://www.rollingstone.com/author/robert-johnson/) I was excited to dive deeper into the world of mushrooms and can't wait to hear what you think of this episode. What you'll learn: __ __ Where to learn more about Robert and Mycroboost: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
I met Lewis Summerson when we shared the stage during the world's competition, and afterward, we had the opportunity to chat about all things natural bodybuilding. It was an honor to speak to him at the competition and to have him on the podcast, and I know you'll enjoy this conversation. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to find Lewis: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
If you've ever been curious about the different brainwaves and what they mean for your body, you'll definitely find some answers in this episode. Dr Andrew Hill, holds a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from UCLA and has extensive experience in the field of neurofeedback and QEEG. Dr. Hill is an expert in functional brain health and performance optimization, and has lectured on Neuroscience, Gerontology, & Psychology at UCLA. (https://peakbraininstitute.com/about-pbi/) I've never recorded an episode quite like this and I'm excited to share it with you! What we discussed: __ __ Where to find out more: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
If you're curious about stem cell therapy, then this podcast should help to shed some light on this topic. Dr. Khan is the CEO and Founder of eterna health clinics, a medical technology company and a revolutionary concept in specialized healthcare offering unparalleled treatment options that stand out in the medical landscape. Dr. Khan's grand vision reaches beyond personal success. His ultimate aspiration is to democratize regenerative medicine, making it affordable and accessible to people from all walks of life. (https://eterna.health/our-doctors/) I learned an incredible amount from this conversation and I know you will as well. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to dive deeper into stem cell research and Dr. Khan's work: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
If you have any interest in natural bodybuilding, competition, changing your body composition, and anything in between, this episode is for you. Eric is the chief author of the Muscle and Strength Pyramids, a founder of and reviewer for Monthly Applications in Strength Sport, and is a research fellow at the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand at Auckland University of Technology, pursuing research in training, nutrition and psychology for strength and physique sport. Eric has a PhD in Strength and Conditioning with a research focus on autoregulating powerlifting, a masters with a research focus on protein and macronutrient manipulation for dieting bodybuilders, a second masters in exercise science and health promotion, and a bachelors in sports management, fitness and wellness. As an athlete, Eric is a WNBF Pro bodybuilder and competes in multiple strength sports. He has a wealth of information and I can't wait to pick his brain further on a future episode. What we discussed: __ __ Where to learn more from Eric: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Have you struggled with disordered eating? Mark Ennis, a carnivore coach based in Dublin, Ireland, struggled with an eating disorder before he finally healed himself through the carnivore lifestyle and became a coach. It was a pleasure hearing about his success and what being a carnivore looks like in Ireland. What we discussed: __ __ Where to learn more about Mark and his work with clients: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Have you ever been faced with a difficulty that seemed almost impossible? Hannah Willette shares her battle with anorexia and her inspiring story of how she overcame her disordered eating and came out healthier on the other side. This was a very emotional podcast and I know you'll take something away from it. What you'll hear: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Have you ever faced what you believe to be an insurmountable obstacle? Scott King's highest weight was 552 pounds. Scott set a "unicorn goal" for himself, and through training for an Ironman, he has lost over 200 pounds and undergone an incredible transformation. His story is incredibly inspiring and I know you'll enjoy this episode. What we discussed: __ __ Where to learn more about Scott's journey: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Have you ever wondered what continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is and its benefits? Catherine is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist currently working as a Nutrition Manager at Nutrisense, one of the fastest-growing health tech start-ups aimed to help anyone discover and reach their health potential. Catherine has counseled thousands of clients on their glucose scores reviewing over 750,000 hours of glucose data and recorded meals in the process while recommending nutritional adjustments to improve metabolic health. (https://www.nutrisense.io/nutritionist/catherine-s). I'm thrilled to have had this conversation and make information on CGM more accessible to you. I know you'll learn a lot from this episode. What we discussed: __ __ Where to learn more about Catherine, CGMs, and Nutrisense: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Are you constantly seeking keto-friendly convenience foods without all the junk? Phillip Meece created The Carnivore Bar because he saw a real need in the low-carb, keto, and carnivore communities for a more reliable way to eat while traveling and on-the-go. There are several bar options available, all of which contain responsibly sourced ingredients. It was a pleasure speaking to Phillip about his business and the carnivore lifestyle, and I know you'll enjoy this episode. What you'll hear: __ __ Where to learn more about Phillip and The Carnivore Bar: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Are you aware of how the thyroid gland controls many aspects of your overall health? Dr. Amie Hornaman "The Thyroid-Fixer", is host to the top-rated podcast in medicine and alternative health: The Thyroid Fixer™, with listeners around the globe. She is the founder of The Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization, an organization with transformational, proven approaches to address thyroid dysfunction and support people in returning to full health. After her own experience of insufferable symptoms, misdiagnoses and improper treatment, Dr. Amie set out to help others who she knew were going through the same set of frustrations and who were on the same medical roller coaster. (https://dramiehornaman.com/pages/meet-the-team) She is truly an expert on all things thyroid, so this is an episode you won't want to miss. What we discussed: __ __ Where to earn more from Dr. Hornaman: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
If you're concerned about gut health, this episode is for you. Josh Dech is an ex-paramedic, holistic nutritionist, and medical lecturer, specializing in digestive diseases. Because of the incredible success he's had reversing gut diseases like Crohn's and Colitis (and other digestive issues that most doctors say can't be helped), he's partnered with medical clinics across the country to help their patients get better too. I learned a ton from this conversation and I'm excited to share it with you. What we discussed: __ __ Where to learn more from Josh: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
For this episode, I'm actually a guest on Jonathan Griffiths' podcast, discussing my competition prep. Jonathan is the man behind Composition Consultant and has been a guest on my podcast before, so it was a pleasure to be interviewed by him and I hope you all enjoy this episode. What we discussed: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
You all know I'm not a resolution person, but I do believe in creating a manifesto for each year to help focus on what the new year will bring and what I want to prioritize. I'm excited to bring this new manifesto to everyone and, I wish you all a very happy new year! What you'll hear: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
As a woman, do you struggle with the aging process and the adage that steak is for men? Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is blowing the lid off those old myths and proving that, to age "gracefully," women must eat protein and lift heavy things. Dr. Lyon is a subject matter expert and educator in applying protein, types, and levels to health, performance, aging, and disease prevention. She has so much knowledge to share; chatting with her for this episode was a joy. What you'll learn: __ __ Where to find out more about Dr. Gabrielle Lyon and purchase her book, : __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Have you been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes or other illnesses? Rome joined me for this podcast episode after my friend Michael Dennehy sang his praises during a recent hunting trip. After hearing his story, I knew I had to have him on the show to share his transformation with you. I love hearing inspirational stories of people who make the switch to a ketogenic lifestyle and change their health for the better, and I know you'll love this episode. What we discussed: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
Are you curious as to how a ketogenic diet can help battle blood sugar issues or diabetes? Dr. Laura Buchanan is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician and Metabolic Health Practitioner. The mission that drives her is to help people age successfully. That passion was initially derived from a love of sports but has since evolved and expanded to include a passion for healthy living generally, including the importance of nutrition, exercise, mental wellness, and an optimal use of the medical system. She sees her role as a doctor being two-fold: promoting prevention and practicing medicine. (https://doctortro.com/our-team/) She has a wealth of information regarding low-carb lifestyle approaches and health benefits, so I know you'll take something from this episode. What we discussed: __ __ Where to learn more about Laura and her work: __ __ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below!
