Episodios

  • 3347: [Part 2] Can Sugar Be Good For You? by JC Deen of JCD Fitness on Balanced Sugar Intake

    3347: [Part 2] Can Sugar Be Good For You? by JC Deen of JCD Fitness on Balanced Sugar Intake
    Apr 2 2026
    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 3347: JC Deen explores how balancing amino acids like glycine with muscle meats can support better thyroid function and overall health, while challenging the idea that nutrition alone determines well-being. He emphasizes that food serves emotional, cultural, and social roles, and that true health also depends on movement, mindset, and lifestyle beyond diet. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jcdfitness.com/2016/04/first-diet-book-review-part-2/ Quotes to ponder: "Food is not only fuel for our bodies. It’s social. It’s cultural. It’s how we celebrate." "And if eating makes you happy, it’s not the nutrients in the food that make you feel that way, at least not in the moment. It’s the great tasting food that makes you feel happy when you eat." "Food can offer a comfort that nothing else can." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 3346: [Part 1] Can Sugar Be Good For You? by JC Deen of JCD Fitness on Balanced Sugar Intake

    3346: [Part 1] Can Sugar Be Good For You? by JC Deen of JCD Fitness on Balanced Sugar Intake
    Apr 1 2026
    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 3346: JC Deen unpacks why sugar, especially fructose, has been unfairly demonized, showing how context, dosage, and flawed studies have shaped misleading beliefs about fat gain and metabolism. By reframing sugar’s role in energy balance and performance, he highlights how a well-rounded diet, including overlooked nutrient sources like organ meats, supports long-term health and resilience. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jcdfitness.com/2016/04/first-diet-book-review-part-2/ Quotes to ponder: "Fructose is wrongly demonized." "Sugar is not as addictive as cocaine." "Many people will tell you that fructose can make you fat because fructose can damage your metabolism and impair your ability to use carbohydrates for energy. This is not true, and these claims are usually backed up by poorly designed studies." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 m
  • 3345: Why Am I Sore After My Workout by Riley Pearce of Free Form Fitness on Muscle Recovery

    3345: Why Am I Sore After My Workout by Riley Pearce of Free Form Fitness on Muscle Recovery
    Mar 31 2026
    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 3345: Riley Pearce breaks down why post-workout soreness isn’t always a sign of progress, explaining how excessive muscle damage and poor recovery lead to delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). By understanding how the body rebuilds and adapts, listeners can train smarter, reduce pain, and stay consistent without setbacks. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://freeformfitness.ca/sore-after-my-workout/ Quotes to ponder: "Feeling sore after a workout is normal. Let us tell you, it is not." "Remember: muscle soreness does not equal good workout" "DOMS is brought on by overtraining or doing unfamiliar exercises and under-delivering on those precious recovery materials." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 3344: Caffeine Withdrawal Headache: Why It Happens and What You Can Do by Stephanie Watson with Healthline

    3344: Caffeine Withdrawal Headache: Why It Happens and What You Can Do by Stephanie Watson with Healthline
    Mar 30 2026
    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 3344: Stephanie Watson explains how even modest caffeine use can create dependency, and why cutting back often leads to headaches caused by changes in blood flow. She outlines practical, research-backed remedies, from hydration and peppermint oil to gradual reduction strategies, that can ease symptoms while helping you break the cycle of reliance. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/caffeine-withdrawal-headache Quotes to ponder: "Caffeine narrows the blood vessels in your brain. Without it, your blood vessels widen." "Too little fluid in your body, or dehydration, can make your brain shrink in volume." "One way to avoid caffeine withdrawal headaches is to reduce your dependence on caffeine. However, you could end up with even more headaches if you go cold turkey. The best way is to cut back slowly. You should aim to reduce your intake by about 25 percent each week." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • 3343: Showing Up by Steve Pavlina on Being Present and Taking Action

    3343: Showing Up by Steve Pavlina on Being Present and Taking Action
    Mar 29 2026
    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 3343: Steve Pavlina emphasizes that consistent action, simply showing up, is the foundation of meaningful progress in any area of life. By turning abstract goals into repeatable habits, you can place growth on autopilot and let small, steady efforts compound into lasting results. Commit to the process, and success becomes far more inevitable than elusive. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/12/showing-up/ Quotes to ponder: "While merely showing up, to work, to an audition, to a date, etc., won’t guarantee success, it’s certainly a prerequisite." "All I need to do is keep showing up, and the rest is on autopilot." "You don’t need to be fancy or clever or brilliant if you can be consistent." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 3342: 3 Quick Ways to Master Time for Stressed Out People by Ingrid Y Helander on Taking Control of Time

    3342: 3 Quick Ways to Master Time for Stressed Out People by Ingrid Y Helander on Taking Control of Time
    Mar 29 2026
    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 3342: Ingrid Y. Helander reveals how your perception of time may be the hidden source of daily stress, and how small mental shifts can quickly restore a sense of calm and control. By reframing time as flexible, meaningful, and abundant, she offers practical ways to ease anxiety, improve focus, and experience your day with greater ease and intention. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/3-quick-ways-to-master-time-for-stressed-out-people/ Quotes to ponder: "When you feel anxious about having insufficient time, remember that the experience of time belongs to you. Change your experience, change time." "Imagining something may be the first step in making it happen, but it takes the real time and real efforts of real people to learn things, make things, turn thoughts into deeds or visions into interventions." "Time itself may be your anxiety trigger and you don’t even realize it." Episode references: The Soul of Money: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Money-Transforming-Relationship-Finances/dp/0393353974 The Big Leap: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 3341: Got a Lot On Your Mind? The Mind Clearing Magic of Going For a Run by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Running and Focus

    3341: Got a Lot On Your Mind? The Mind Clearing Magic of Going For a Run by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Running and Focus
    Mar 28 2026
    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 3341: Dr. Jenny Brockis explores how a simple walk or run can cut through mental clutter, restoring clarity and focus in as little as twenty minutes. By boosting brain function, reducing stress, and elevating mood, movement becomes a powerful tool for sharper thinking and better decision-making. Step outside and discover how physical activity can reset your mind and energize your day. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjennybrockis.com/2017/11/8/mind-clearing-magic-exercise/ Quotes to ponder: "Twenty to thirty minutes is all it takes to feel restored, re-energised and best of all clear about what needs to be done next." "Just twenty minutes of aerobic exercise is enough to lead to a significant increase in blood flow to the frontal cortex." "Exercise boosts the release of our feel-good hormones; dopamine, serotonin and endorphins leading to a natural high." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • 3340: Can the Way You Brew Your Coffee Affect Your Cholesterol Levels? on Coffee and Heart Health

    3340: Can the Way You Brew Your Coffee Affect Your Cholesterol Levels? on Coffee and Heart Health
    Mar 27 2026
    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 3340 Dr. Neal Malik breaks down how coffee preparation methods can influence cholesterol levels, explaining why unfiltered coffee may raise LDL while filtered options are a smarter choice. He also shares practical, research-backed lifestyle changes, from diet to exercise, that can help improve cholesterol and overall cardiovascular health. Quotes to ponder: “Cafestol seems to increase LDL cholesterol in the blood.” “If we just boil coffee, like say using a French press, consume Turkish coffee, or instant coffee, we’re drinking that cafestol, which again, may increase our blood LDL cholesterol levels.” “If we brew coffee using a paper filter, the paper removes most of the cafestol.” Episode references: National Heart, Blood, and Lung Institute: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/high-blood-cholesterol Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m