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The Ben Azadi Show

The Ben Azadi Show

By: Ben Azadi
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 Ben Azadi, NYT best-selling author of Metabolic Freedom, is the host of The Ben Azadi Show. We bring on the thought leaders in this space to have life-changing conversations so you can apply them and upgrade your metabolism. The topics we cover include biohacking, 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 it's 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.2026 Alternative & Complementary Medicine Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • The 9-Minute Fat Loss Protocol: Why Post-Meal Movement, Protein Stacking, and Dropping Snacks Outperform 2.5 Hours of Exercise for People Over 40 With Ben Azadi | #1299

    The 9-Minute Fat Loss Protocol: Why Post-Meal Movement, Protein Stacking, and Dropping Snacks Outperform 2.5 Hours of Exercise for People Over 40 With Ben Azadi | #1299
    Apr 25 2026
    🔥GET 20% Off Equip Protein Powder (Code AZADI) HERE - https://bit.ly/4tvHhOf 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) If you're over 40 and working out hard but still not seeing results, the problem isn't your effort — it's the signals you're sending your body all day long. In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals four simple habits that take less than nine minutes total and completely shift your body out of fat-storage mode. Ben breaks down why post-meal squats are more powerful than a long walk, how constant snacking keeps insulin elevated and fat burning permanently switched off, and why your brain mistakes thirst for hunger more often than you think. He also shares his personal protein and hydration habit stack — a 20-second routine that controls cravings and stabilizes energy for the next six to eight hours. The truth is, you don't need to work harder. You need to work with your body. Once you fix the signals, everything else becomes easier. Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • The Liver-Fat Connection: 3 Breakfast Foods That Clear Fatty Liver, Unlock Stubborn Belly Fat, and Restart Your Metabolism With Ben Azadi | #1298

    The Liver-Fat Connection: 3 Breakfast Foods That Clear Fatty Liver, Unlock Stubborn Belly Fat, and Restart Your Metabolism With Ben Azadi | #1298
    Apr 23 2026
    👉CLICK to Get the Only Olive Oil I Trust (Buy 2, Get 1 FREE) → https://freshpressolive.com/4u2WTc7 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Over one in three adults have fatty liver — and most don't know it. Once the liver gets backed up, fat loss stalls no matter how hard you try. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down three breakfast foods that work together to clear liver fat, stabilize fat-burning signals, and unlock stubborn belly fat — plus the one multiplier most people skip that makes all the difference. Food #1 — Eggs with the Yolk The real power is choline, the nutrient that packages fat inside the liver and ships it out for fuel. Research from Dr. Buckman found that choline intake completely resolved fatty liver in patients confirmed by CT scan. Higher choline intake is also linked to a 30% lower risk of fatty liver. Always eat the yolk — that's where the choline lives. Food #2 — Full-Fat Greek Yogurt with Berries Your gut is the control panel that tells your liver to store or burn. A 2019 study of 100 women with fatty liver found that daily yogurt consumption reduced liver fat by 3.44%, dropped fasting insulin, reduced leaky gut markers, and improved the gut microbiome. Berries improve insulin sensitivity so less fat gets pushed into storage. Food #3 — Avocado Rich in oleic acid, phytosterols, and B vitamins, avocado improves insulin sensitivity, calms cortisol, and lowers inflammation — creating an internal environment where stored fat, especially stubborn belly fat, finally gets unlocked. The Multiplier — Extra Virgin Olive Oil Drizzle it on everything. A 2018 study confirmed that extra virgin olive oil significantly reduced liver enzymes ALT and AST in fatty liver patients. The key: quality matters. Real olive oil should taste peppery, burn your throat slightly, and have a fuzzy mouthfeel — that's the polyphenols at work. If it goes down smooth, it's likely oxidized or diluted. Ben personally uses and recommends the Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club — first harvest pressed, high in polyphenols, shipped straight from small farms. His community gets a buy-two-get-one-free deal. Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • The $2 Fat-Burning Protocol: How 24 Hours of Sardine Fasting Drops Insulin, Triggers Ketones, and Finally Unlocks Stubborn Belly Fat With Ben Azadi | #1297

    The $2 Fat-Burning Protocol: How 24 Hours of Sardine Fasting Drops Insulin, Triggers Ketones, and Finally Unlocks Stubborn Belly Fat With Ben Azadi | #1297
    Apr 21 2026
    The 14-Day Metabolic Reset 👇It's designed for you if you want to: Finally start losing stubborn belly fat Get your energy back without midday crashes Stop constant cravings and feel in control again Most people notice less bloating, more stable energy, and better sleep within the first few days. Only $17 with a 30-day money-back guarantee — no hassle. 👉 Get it here: https://bit.ly/4tgoK96 📚 🎁 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) What if a $2 food could flip your body into fat-burning mode in under 24 hours — no starvation required? In this episode, Ben breaks down the science of the sardine fast, explaining why most people stay stuck in fat storage mode no matter how hard they try, and how one simple 24-hour protocol can change that. Ben walks through a randomized controlled trial out of Barcelona where participants added just two servings of sardines per week — no caloric restriction, no extreme exercise — and after 12 months, the percentage of people in the highest diabetes risk category dropped from 37% to 7.7%. Insulin sensitivity improved, triglycerides dropped, and good cholesterol rose. Calories stayed the same. The difference was the signal, not the sacrifice. From there, Ben maps out exactly what happens inside your body during a 24-hour sardine fast — how insulin begins to drop in the first six hours, how glycogen stores deplete through hours 12 to 24, and how your metabolism switches from burning sugar to producing ketones. He explains why sardines specifically accelerate this shift, thanks to their omega-3s, taurine, vitamin D, and B12 — nutrients that reduce inflammation at the cellular level. Ben also addresses the most common questions: Is this really fasting? Why does it feel easier than a water fast? What do you do if you can't stomach sardines? And how often should you actually do it? Key Takeaways: Consume 2–5 cans of wild-caught sardines (in water or olive oil, BPA-free can) over 24 hours Pair with water and high-quality electrolytes to prevent headaches and energy dips Eat when genuinely hungry — food restriction adds stress, and stress stalls fat loss Do this at least once a week; twice a week if significantly overweight To make sardines palatable: olive oil, lemon, and salt on a plate — or mash with avocado and mustard Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
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