Harley Pasternak, a renowned personal trainer in Hollywood, delves into the importance of carbohydrates, protein, and simplifying your fitness journey. Discover why there are no “bad carbs,” learn how to structure an effective exercise regimen, and explore the benefits of consistency and joy in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Pasternak shares actionable advice on creating sustainable health habits that make the complex world of fitness and nutrition more accessible.

Episode overview:
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(10:00) Calories In vs. Calories Out
(23:00) The Importance of Carbohydrates for Health
(36:00) Embracing Process Over Outcome
(42:00) Optimizing Fitness Through Variation & Consistency
(49:00) Understanding Creatine in Fitness
(1:02:00) Nutrient-Dense Supplement Recommendations
(1:08:00) BONUS: Dr. Stephanie’s After Party

Resources mentioned can be found at: https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep430

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Dr. Steven Gundry explores the profound impact of gut health on overall well-being. In this episode, he discusses the modern insults to our gut microbiome since the mid-1970s, the significance of gut diversity, and strategies for maintaining a healthy gut lining. Dr. Gundry shares insights on combating inflammation, the importance of soaking and pressure-cooking legumes, and the transformative role of olive oil. This enlightening conversation combines historical wisdom with modern scientific insights, providing practical tips for maintaining a healthy gut.

Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(4:00) Understanding Inflammation and Gut Health
(20:00) Impact of Modern Insults on Autoimmunity
(37:00) Impact of Endurance Exercise on Health
(45:00) Food Laws and Autoimmune Disease
(53:00) The Lost Wisdom of Traditional Diets
(1:07:00) Fermented Foods and Gut Health
(1:10:00) BONUS: Dr. Stephanie's "After Party"

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Tina Anderson, co-founder of Just Thrive Health, discusses why most store-bought probiotics fall short, how spore-based probiotics act as the 'gardener of the gut,' and the critical role of the estrobolome in hormone metabolism. Learn why a healthy gut is essential for overall well-being, and get tips on incorporating beneficial foods and practices into your routine.

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Episode Overview:
(0:00) Intro/teaser
(4:00) The Power of Spore-Based Probiotics
(17:00) The Gut's Impact on Health
(30:00) Gut Health With Probiotics & Fermented Foods
(38:00) Starting Supplement Company, Maintaining Gut Health
(43:00) The Importance of Prebiotics and Psychobiotics
(52:00) Menopause and Gut Health Upgrade
(54:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

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