Episodios

  • 3191: Athlete Edition: What Your Nutritional Priorities Should Really Look Like by Jessica Spendlove on Sports Nutrition
    Nov 16 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3191: Jessica Spendlove lays out a clear, evidence-based hierarchy for athletic nutrition, helping athletes focus on what truly matters, from fueling enough for your workload to refining food quality and timing. Rather than chasing every tip, you’ll learn to build your performance diet on strong foundations, turning guesswork into a smart, structured approach. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jessicaspendlove.com/athlete-edition-what-your-nutritional-priorities-should-really-look-like-nzl93/ Quotes to ponder: "Your energy intake is the number one priority of performance nutrition and it’s essential to get this foundation right." "Supplements should be considered the cherry on top of strong nutritional foundations rather than something you rely on for results." "Keep protein and healthy fats consistent." Episode references: Informed-Sport: https://www.informed-sport.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • 3190: Emotional Safety is Necessary for Emotional Connection by Ellen Boeder with Gottman on Emotional Intimacy
    Nov 16 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3190: Ellen Boeder explores how emotional safety is essential for deep, lasting connection in romantic relationships. She outlines how nervous system regulation, authentic expression, and trust-building practices create the conditions for vulnerability and intimacy to thrive. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/emotional-safety-is-necessary-for-emotional-connection/ Quotes to ponder: "Emotional safety is what allows us to let our guard down and be authentic with our partners." "When we feel safe, our nervous system is regulated enough to access the higher brain functions necessary for connection." "Without emotional safety, the parts of ourselves that are scared, ashamed, or hurt stay hidden." Episode references: Polyvagal Theory by Stephen Porges: https://www.amazon.com/Polyvagal-Theory-Neurophysiological-Emotion-Communication/dp/0393707008 Healing Developmental Trauma by Laurence Heller and Aline LaPierre: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Developmental-Trauma-Resolution-Nervous/dp/1583944893 Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson: https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Me-Tight-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/031611300X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 3189: Can You Overdose on Happiness? by Emma Hogan with Les Mills on Positive Living
    Nov 15 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3189: Emma Hogan unpacks the surprising science behind why chasing pleasure might actually make us unhappier. Drawing from Dr. Robert Lustig’s insights, she reveals how dopamine and serotonin function differently in the brain, highlighting the dangers of overstimulating dopamine while offering a simple, four-part solution to foster lasting happiness through natural serotonin boosts. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lesmills.com/fit-planet/health/pleasure-versus-happiness/ Quotes to ponder: "People eating a highly processed food diet probably are not even getting the precursor to make the serotonin in the first place, so that is a great reason for unhappiness." "So the more pleasure you seek, the more unhappy you get." "The complex relationship between serotonin and dopamine is why addiction and depression are different sides of the same coin." Episode references: The Hacking of the American Mind by Robert H. Lustig: https://www.amazon.com/Hacking-American-Mind-Corporate-Takeover/dp/1101982942 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • 3188: All About Ulcerative Collitis & Managing Symptoms Naturally on Gut Health
    Nov 14 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3188: Dr. Neal explains natural ways to help manage mild ulcerative colitis beyond prescribed medications, emphasizing the importance of individualized responses to diet and supplements. He highlights the potential benefits of fiber, probiotics, turmeric, and strategic dietary choices to support gut health and reduce flare-ups. Quotes to ponder: "Turmeric is a blood thinner and can affect the liver, so talk to your doctor before taking a turmeric supplement." "Getting enough fiber can help keep the gut microbiome healthy, which may prevent future flare-ups." "Managing ulcerative colitis symptoms and flare-ups can be different for everyone." Episode references: Ulcerative Colitis Diet and Nutrition – Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation: https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/diet-and-nutrition VSL#3 Probiotic: https://www.vsl3.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • 3187: [Part 2] Breaking Free From the Restrict/Binge Cycle by Jessi Kneeland on Balanced Eating
    Nov 13 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3187: Jessi Kneeland dives deep into the emotional and psychological roots of binge eating, showing how addressing fear, shame, and self-rejection can help break the restrict/binge cycle for good. This powerful transformation isn’t just about food, it’s about reclaiming agency, building self-trust, and unlocking a fuller, more empowered life beyond the obsession. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.jessikneeland.com/post/breaking-free-from-the-restrict-binge-cycle Quotes to ponder: "The suffering is never just about food or body image, and therefore neither is the healing." "When you learn to trust yourself and your body, you feel confident and safe enough to take risks, follow your heart, advocate for yourself, and express your authentic self." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 3186: [Part 1] Breaking Free From the Restrict/Binge Cycle by Jessi Kneeland on Balanced Eating
    Nov 12 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3186: Jessi Kneeland shares a raw and insightful look into the restrict/binge cycle through the story of a client who seemed “extremely healthy” on the outside but was consumed by food rules, guilt, and shame. This episode reveals how deeper emotional triggers, not lack of knowledge, fuel disordered eating patterns, and why true healing starts with understanding why control over food feels so vital. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.jessikneeland.com/post/breaking-free-from-the-restrict-binge-cycle Quotes to ponder: “We don’t obsess over things that don’t feel deeply important, do we?” “We don’t dedicate our whole lives to trying to control something, unless the consequences of not controlling that thing feels life-or-death.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 m
  • 3185: Bruce Lee Moment AND Move More, Die Less by Roger Lawson of Rog Law Fitness on Active Living
    Nov 11 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3185: Roger Lawson shows how a pivotal fight forced Bruce Lee to confront his physical and philosophical limitations, sparking the creation of Jeet Kune Do. He then contrasts this awakening with a call for modern movement, urging us to identify and overcome our own “weakest links,” whether in fitness, lifestyle, or daily habits, before they quietly shape our lives for the worse. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://roglawfitness.com/bruce-lee-moment⁠ & https://roglawfitness.com/move-more-die-less/ Quotes to ponder: "You just have to take one small step in a direction that isn’t toward your couch." "We’ve all heard that we are only as strong as our weakest link, but how many of us actually address it?" "As long as you have at least one functioning limb, there are always options for movement, even during a busy work schedule." Episode references: Circulation Journal – American Heart Association: https://www.ahajournals.org/journal/circ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 m
  • 3184: Weight Loss Myths That May Be Helpful by Lea Genders on Fitness Mindset
    Nov 10 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3184: Lea Genders unpacks some of the most common weight loss myths, like cutting carbs, avoiding nighttime eating, or going all-in on intense workouts, and reveals how these misconceptions can still offer helpful insights when viewed critically. By taking a balanced, analytical approach, you can apply what works for your body and discard what doesn’t, creating a sustainable path to health and fitness without falling into diet dogma. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.leagendersfitness.com/news/weight-loss-myths-that-can-be-helpful Quotes to ponder: "Just because a myth is wrong doesn’t mean it is all bad." "High-quality whole food carbohydrates can fuel your workouts to help you look, feel, and perform at your best." "Weight loss is not a measure of fitness." Episode references: Apple Vacations: https://www.applevacations.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 m