Welcome to The Viking Health Podcast!

Tim Cicciarelli from The InBound Podcasting Network and host of the Viking Health Podcast, shares his personal weight loss journey and how Dr. Christian Middelthon's reboot program transformed his life in just twelve weeks. Tim was overweight and struggling with various health issues when he came across Dr. Middelthon's program. Inspired by the results and motivated by his upcoming wedding, Tim reached out to Dr. Middelthon to become a case study for the reboot program. Over the course of twelve weeks, Tim experienced significant weight loss and regained his health and vitality.

Key Takeaways:
- Tim Cicciarelli shares his personal weight loss journey and the impact of Dr. Christian Middelthon's reboot program.
- Dr. Middelthon's innovative approach to weight loss has helped numerous individuals achieve their health goals.
- Tim's transformation in just twelve weeks showcases the effectiveness of Dr. Middelthon's program.

The Strength Code Podcast with Dr. Christian Middelthon: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strength-code-podcast/id1573168519?i=1000611585827

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Viking Health

16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323
Encino, CA 91436
(310)-730-9920

To see Tim Cicciarelli’s transformation of losing more than 30 pounds click here: https://inboundphotos.shootproof.com/gallery/22964209

In this episode, Tim Cicciarelli introduces Dr. Christian Middleton and his practice, Viking Health. Dr. Middleton shares his background and explains why he chose the name Viking Health for his practice. He discusses his training as a chiropractor and his passion for helping people improve their health. Tim announces that he will be participating in Dr. Middleton's weight loss program and shares his goals for the program. Dr. Middleton explains the components of the program and how it can help people achieve their weight loss goals. They discuss the importance of accountability and education in the program. 

Dr. Middleton also shares some success stories from his patients and the benefits of losing weight, such as improved mood, energy, and overall health. They discuss the remote program for those who are not local to Dr. Middleton's office and how it is similar to the in-person program. Tim shares his excitement for starting the program and Dr. Middleton explains the loading phase and what to expect during the first appointment. They also preview the topics that will be covered in future episodes, including how the body uses food for energy, the impact of sugar on the body, and the benefits of fasting and ketosis. The episode concludes with information on how to connect with Viking Health and participate in the reboot program.
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Key Takeaways:
- Dr. Middleton's weight loss program focuses on education, accountability, and natural supplements to help people achieve their weight loss goals.
- Losing weight can lead to improved mood, energy, and overall health.
- The remote program is similar to the in-person program and includes education, accountability, and natural supplements.
- The loading phase of the program helps increase metabolism and saturate tissues with nutrients.
- Future episodes will cover topics such as how the body uses food for energy, the impact of sugar on the body, and the benefits of fasting and ketosis.

Our Science-based and Research-driven services are designed to support your wellness journey, whether you're looking to achieve weight loss goals or find relief through body realignment. Lose 15-60 pounds with The Reboot Weight Loss Program!

Join us for weight loss education that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to maintain your weight loss for good! 

Listen to Dr. M on the following podcasts:
Sound, Mind, and Body
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-mind-body-podcast/id1319037071?i=1000407229116

The Strength Code Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strength-code-podcast/id1573168519?i=1000597575309

Follow Viking Health
Website: https://www.vikinghealth.netInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vikinghealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.ChristianMiddelthon/

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Viking Health
16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323
Encino, CA 91436
(310)-730-9920

For graphics referenced in this episode, please visit: https://inboundphotos.shootproof.com/gallery/22906946

About The Guest(s):
Dr. Christian Middlethon is a licensed chiropractor and national board-certified health and wellness coach. He is the founder of Viking Health, a science-based and research-driven weight loss and wellness program.
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Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Christian Middlethon discusses the purpose of fat and how much is healthy. He explains that fat is a good thing in moderation, as it serves as a fuel storage and insulation for the body. However, having excess fat can lead to health issues. Dr. Middlethon emphasizes the importance of reducing organ fat, particularly the fat around the waistline, as it increases the risk of chronic diseases. He also introduces the Styku machine, a tool used to measure body contours and provide recommendations for waistline reduction. Dr. Middlethon highlights the mental aspect of weight loss and the need for consistent motivation. He introduces an app that helps patients track their progress and provides daily proverbs to keep them motivated.
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Key Takeaways:
- Fat is a good thing in moderation, as it serves as a fuel storage and insulation for the body.
- Excess fat, particularly organ fat, increases the risk of chronic diseases.
- The waistline is an important indicator of health, as it reflects the amount of organ fat.
- The Styku Machine is a tool used to measure body contours and provide recommendations for waistline reduction.
- Consistent motivation is crucial for successful weight loss.
- The app provided by Viking Health helps patients track their progress and provides daily proverbs for motivation.
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Quotes:
- "Fat is good. But we're in a situation today where many of us have too much of it, much more than what we need." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
- "The most important thing is to have minimal organ fat, which generally is reflected in your waist circumference." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
"Your body works one way when it comes to fat burn. There are a few things that need to be in place for your body to burn fat for energy." - Dr. Christian Middlethon

Website: https://www.vikinghealth.net

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vikinghealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.ChristianMiddelthon/

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/viking-health-encino-2

Viking Health


16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323


Encino, CA 91436
(

310)-730-9920

About The Guest(s):
 Dr. Christian Middelthon is a licensed chiropractor and national board-certified health and wellness coach. He is the host of the Viking Health Podcast and the founder of Viking Health, a company that provides science-based and research-driven weight loss and wellness services.

 
In this episode of the Viking Health Podcast, Dr. Christian Middelthon discusses the three prerequisites for the body to effectively burn fat for energy. He explains how glucose is converted into fat and stored in fat cells, and how insulin plays a role in this process. Dr. Middelthon emphasizes the importance of resting the pancreas and allowing insulin levels to come down in order for lipase, an enzyme that breaks down fat, to be released. He also highlights the benefits of drinking plenty of water and the role it plays in maintaining a normal or higher metabolism.

Key Takeaways:
- The body needs three conditions to effectively burn fat for energy: a fuel source (glucose), oxygen, and a spark (lipase).
- Insulin is a hormone that allows glucose to enter cells and be used for energy. High insulin levels prevent the release of lipase and trap free fatty acids in fat cells.
- Lipase is released when insulin levels come down, allowing free fatty acids to be broken down and used as an alternative fuel source.
- Drinking plenty of water helps maintain a normal or higher metabolism, aids in flushing out toxins, and improves skin elasticity.

Quotes:
- "Insulin is an energy transporting and fat-storing hormone." - Dr. Christian Middelthon
- "These free fatty acids are stored inside our fat cells, which act like little fuel tanks." - Dr. Christian Middelthon
- "Lipase can only be released by the pancreas when insulin is down." - Dr. Christian Middelthon

Website: https://www.vikinghealth.net

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vikinghealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.ChristianMiddelthon/

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/viking-health-encino-2

Viking Health


16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323


Encino, CA 91436
(

310)-730-9920

About The Guest(s):  Dr. Christian Middelthon is a licensed chiropractor and national board-certified health and wellness coach. He is the founder of Viking Health, a science-based and research-driven weight loss and wellness program. Dr. Middleton has helped numerous clients achieve their weight loss goals and improve their overall health.

Summary:  In this episode of the Viking Health Podcast, Dr. Christian Middelthon discusses the second prerequisite for the body to burn fat for energy. He explains the three fuel sources the body can use for energy: immediate energy from food, glycogen stored in the muscles and liver, and fat storage. The body prioritizes these fuel sources in a specific order, with food being the first choice. To effectively burn fat, the glycogen storage must be depleted. Dr. Christian Middelthon emphasizes the importance of understanding the body's fuel sources and how they are utilized for weight loss and overall health.

Key Takeaways:

• The body has three fuel sources: immediate energy from food, glycogen stored in the muscles and liver, and fat storage.
• Glycogen storage must be depleted for the body to effectively burn fat for energy.
• Understanding the body's fuel sources is crucial for weight loss and overall health.

Quotes:

• "Your body prioritizes these three options in a very specific order.”
• "You have to deplete the storage of sugar in your muscles and liver before your body is effectively going to start prioritizing fat as your main fuel storage.”
• "When you're trying to burn fat for energy, you rather this happened relatively short. So you get several hours of the day where you're in a fat-burning mode."

Website: https://www.vikinghealth.net

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Viking Health 16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323 Encino, CA 91436
  (310)-730-9920

About The Guest(s): 
Dr. Christian Middelthon is a licensed chiropractor and national board-certified health and wellness coach. He is the founder of Viking Health, a program designed to support weight loss and overall wellness.

Summery: 
Dr. Christian Middleton discusses the three prerequisites for the body to burn fat for energy. The first two conditions are low insulin levels and depleted glycogen stores. The third condition is a continued period of time without ingesting calories. He emphasizes the importance of simplifying weight loss and understanding that the body works in a similar way for everyone. Dr. Christian Middelthon also explains how the program helps individuals become more metabolically flexible and feel younger. He addresses the issue of plateaus and offers advice on how to navigate through them.

Key Takeaways:

• The three prerequisites for the body to burn fat for energy are low insulin levels, depleted glycogen stores, and a continued period of time without ingesting calories.
• The body becomes more metabolically flexible on the program, allowing for efficient fat burning and increased energy.
• Paying attention to how you feel after eating can help reprogram your relationship with food and make healthier choices.
• Plateaus can be caused by factors such as set point weight, hormonal issues, or reaching a low body fat percentage.
• The program includes a reset phase in the final four weeks to change the body's set point weight and raise metabolism gradually.

Quotes:

• "Once you've had a meal, your insulin levels have to be low, and you must have depleted your glycogen for fat to effectively start being used for energy." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
• "Your body is very intuitive. It will actually crave what it needs when you take away the addictive properties of processed foods." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
• "Start paying attention to how you feel after you eat. Recognize which foods will make you feel good and which ones will make you feel sluggish and uncomfortable." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
• "The scale may not show much change, but if your inches are going down, you know you're still burning fat." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
• “The Reboot Program includes a reset phase to incrementally increase protein and raise metabolism back up to a healthy level." - Dr. Christian Middlethon

Website: https://www.vikinghealth.net

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vikinghealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.ChristianMiddelthon/

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/viking-health-encino-2

Viking Health 16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323 
Encino, CA 91436
 (310)-730-9920

For graphics mentioned in this episode click here: https://inboundphotos.shootproof.com/gallery/22906976

Episode Notes:  About The Guest(s): Dr. Christian Middelthon is a licensed chiropractor and National Board certified health and wellness coach. He is the founder of Viking Health, a science-based and research-driven weight loss program that focuses on equipping individuals with the knowledge and tools to maintain long-term weight loss.

Summary: In this episode, Dr. Christian Middlethon discusses the process of refining sugar and the different types of sugars. He explains how sugar affects the liver and pancreas, and the potential health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption. Dr. Middlethon emphasizes the importance of reducing sugar intake and the benefits of doing so, including weight loss, improved energy levels, and the reversal of conditions such as fatty liver and Type 2 Diabetes.

Key Takeaways:

• Sugar is refined from sugar cane through a process that removes fiber, water, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, leaving behind fructose and glucose.
• Excessive sugar consumption can lead to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which can progress to liver cirrhosis and liver failure.
• The pancreas is overworked when there is excess sugar in the diet, leading to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.
• The average American consumes 150-180 pounds of sugar per year, putting a significant burden on the pancreas and liver.
• Reversing the damage caused by excessive sugar consumption is possible through lifestyle changes, including reducing sugar intake and losing weight.

Quotes:

• "We have this fuel storage that is genetically meant for us to be used for energy, but we never do." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
• "Quality of life is part of it. To be able to do something like this, the sense of achievement." - Dr. Christian Middlethon
• "You feel younger when you feel lighter and you are more in control of your food intake." - Dr. Christian Middlethon

Website: https://www.vikinghealth.net

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vikinghealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.ChristianMiddelthon/

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/viking-health-encino-2

Viking Health 
16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323 
Encino, CA 91436 
(310)-730-9920

About The Guest(s): Dr. Christian Middelthon is a licensed chiropractor and National Board certified health and wellness coach. He is the founder of Viking Health, a weight loss and wellness program that focuses on science-based and research-driven services.
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Summary: In this episode of the Viking Health Podcast, Dr. Christian Middelthon discusses the connection between excessive sugar consumption and inflammation in the body. He explains how high levels of sugar and insulin can lead to chronic inflammation, which is linked to various chronic diseases such as heart disease, Alzheimer's, diabetes, and cancer. Dr. M also emphasizes the importance of maintaining insulin sensitivity and provides insights into the diets of indigenous tribes that promote good health and longevity.
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Key Takeaways:
- Excessive sugar consumption and high insulin levels can lead to chronic inflammation, which is associated with various chronic diseases.
- Insulin resistance, caused by prolonged high insulin levels, can lead to pre-diabetes and eventually type 2 diabetes.
- Indigenous tribes that follow a natural diet consisting of whole foods and low glycemic index foods have lower rates of chronic diseases.
- Cutting out added sugar and minimizing natural sugar intake can lead to numerous health benefits, including weight loss, increased energy, improved digestion, and reduced joint and muscle pain.
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Quotes:
- "When you consume excessive amounts of added sugar, it causes you to produce more insulin and chronic high levels of circulating insulin and high blood sugar levels are associated with inflammation." - Dr. Christian Middelthon
- "High levels of inflammation on a chronic basis can cause changes to your cells, including changes to the DNA, which is linked to cancer." - Middelthon
- "Cut out added sugar and minimize it. Eat in a way that you need to use the least amount of insulin over a lifespan and you will be healthier." - Middelthon

Website: https://www.vikinghealth.net

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vikinghealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.ChristianMiddelthon

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/viking-health-encino-2

Viking Health 16200 Ventura Boulevard Suite #323 Encino, CA 91436 
(310)730-9920