Ben Greenfield Fitness: Diet, Fat Loss And Performance

My guest on today's podcast, Will Malcolm, is a health coach and wellness and biohacking expert specializing in gut issues and trauma. With over 20 years of experience rooted in athletics, two degrees in exercise physiology, including a master's from Northern Colorado, and coaching clients ranging from corporate professionals to the U.S. Army, Will’s understanding of health became deeply personal when he faced two autoimmune conditions. Determined to heal, he embarked on a transformative journey, uncovering the intricate connections between gut health, trauma, and the body’s innate ability to restore balance. Through extensive research and experimentation with both conventional and alternative approaches, Will developed a unique framework that combines cutting-edge science using an immune-centric approach and mind-body healing techniques. His work focuses on healing the gut, resolving hidden trauma, and empowering individuals to reclaim vibrant health. Inspired by his own transformation, Will foun

In this episode with return guest and Indian entrepreneur Ritesh Bawri (you can check out our first show together here), you’ll get to explore the crucial role of gut health in overall well-being, how stress and eating habits impact digestion, and what can significantly improve gut function to prevent issues like leaky gut and autoimmune reactions. We discuss why there’s no perfect diet for everyone, how genetics and gut bacteria influence digestion, and how personalized testing can help identify the best foods for your body. Ritesh also breaks down why stool tests for bacteria, yeast, and parasites provide more useful insights than microbiome testing and how big data could eventually revolutionize gut health recommendations. Whether you’re a wellness enthusiast or seeking answers to health concerns, this episode promises a wealth of valuable information to empower your journey to become a more boundless version of yourself. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/riteshbawri Episode

My guest Brian Pla’s journey from the finance sector to the forefront of regenerative medicine and biocosmetics illustrates his adept transition and entrepreneurial spirit. Initially making his mark in finance and co-founding a foreign currency trading firm, Pla’s subsequent venture into the medical field was sparked by his personal experience with cell-based therapies. This shift led him to introduce new approaches in precision medicine and cell-based treatments, contributing to advancements in non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures. In 2017, he founded Gentera Centers for Precision Medicine and Plastic Surgery, focusing on personalized care and precision medicine, guiding Gentera to become a recognized name in regenerative medicine. The company's innovative approach sets a new standard for rejuvenation by utilizing exosomes—tiny, naturally occurring messengers in the body that promote your appearance at the cellular level. This advanced science is redefining what’s possible i

In this solosode, I dive headfirst into some of the everyday indulgences you likely encounter and the science behind them. From the fizz of Diet Coke to the intriguing realm of artificial sweeteners, and from those irresistible ultra-processed foods to the complexities of alcohol—I’m here to break it all down for you. Together, we’ll explore the studies, separate fact from fiction, and map out a way to enjoy these vices without derailing your health journey. Remember, it’s not about perfection—it’s about making informed choices that lead to a boundless life. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/487 Episode Sponsors:  BEAM Minerals: If you want to up your mineral game, give BEAM Minerals a try. Go to beamminerals.com and use code BEN at checkout for 20% off your order. Calroy: Head on over to calroy.com/ben and save over $50 when you purchase the Vascanox (a breakthrough product providing nitric oxide support for up to 24 hours with a single dose) and Art

In this special "Best of Peptides" episode, you’ll get to dive into one of the most fascinating and controversial frontiers in health, fitness, and longevity. I’ve curated the best conversations from my discussions with peptide experts Jay Campbell, Colleen Cutcliffe, and Kyal Van Der Leest to give you an inside look at how peptides are revolutionizing performance, recovery, and overall well-being. Whether you’re new to peptides or already experimenting with them, this episode will give you a well-rounded perspective on their power, potential, and future in the world of health and performance. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/bestofpeptides Episode Sponsors:  Feno: Transform your oral health with the Feno Smartbrush, the AI-powered device that delivers a perfect clean in just 20 seconds with 18,000 bristles and personalized insights for your whole-body health. Visit feno.co and use code BEN for $50 off—elevate your brushing routine today! SuppCo: Get early FREE acces

I was recently at a health conference and ducked into a hotel room to sit down for a fascinating episode with Boris Berjan, for an episode during which you'll get to explore the powerful role of chronotypes and "zeitgebers"—external cues like light, food, and temperature that regulate your biological rhythm—in optimizing sleep patterns, particularly if you're on the move across different time zones. The word zeitgeber, originating from the German zeit (time) and geber (giver), refers to the environmental signals that help synchronize your internal clock with the external world. Boris and I dive into the hierarchy of sleep, exercise, and nutrition, breaking down how these essential pillars shape the foundation of true health and longevity. Beyond the physical, we explore the deeper connections between spirituality, purpose, and the pursuit of an extended, meaningful life. Whether you're looking to refine your health, expand your knowledge, or explore the intersection of science and spirituality, th

In this episode, I'm joined by the extraordinary Raychel Kosh, a seasoned veteran in the strength conditioning domain, to explore innovative strategies for achieving and maintaining peak physical and mental performance. You'll discover the philosophy and framework of Team TRIUMPH, a revolutionary community-based fitness coaching program designed to provide accessibility and support for individuals at every stage of their wellness journey. Whether you're setting new fitness goals or seeking to refine your existing routines, Raychel brings her expertise to the table, addressing considerations specific to female training, the benefits of community in maintaining fitness goals, and the nuanced art of balancing effort with recovery. So, tune in to enrich your knowledge and inspiration to thread the needle between age-old techniques and modern advancements, setting you on a path to unparalleled health and performance. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/triumphpodcast Episode Sponsors:  Sunlighten:

Ian Mitchell has been a highly popular guest on previous podcasts of mine including: What To Say When People Ask You What “QUANTUM Energy” Is (& How To Use Quantum To Make The BEST Smoothie Ever?!) With Ian Mitchell & Philipp von Holtzendorff-Fehling Quantum Biology, Breaking Performance Records, Reversing Alzheimers, Ozone Suppositories, Frog Poison & More With Crazy Mad Scientist, Biohacker & Inventor Ian Mitchell. Vape Pens, Hair Growth Serums, Fixing The Pineal Gland & C60 (The Next Great Longevity Molecule). INHALE—Ian's newest brainchild—is the market-leading super oxygenated beverage company. Drinking INHALE, which combines reverse osmosis water with a high concentration of oxygen, increases blood oxygen saturation levels and lowers pulse rates—both indicators of a more effectively and efficiently functioning body. As a result, INHALE can elevate performance, accelerate recovery, enhance cognitive function, improve sleep, and much more. You can discov

In this fascinating solosode, you'll get to explore the surprising inaccuracy of online metabolic rate calculators and why basal metabolic rate (BMR) can vary so much from person to person. If you've ever relied on one of these calculators to determine how many calories you should eat, you might be shocked at how misleading they can be. You'll also discover how hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA) can reveal whether you're a slow or fast oxidizer and what that means for your metabolism, diet, and overall energy levels. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/486 Episode Sponsors:  Jaspr: Breathe air so clean you can smell the difference with the highest quality air purifier that actually works. Visit Jaspr.co/ben and use code BEN for 10% off. Feno: Transform your oral health with the Feno Smartbrush, the AI-powered device that delivers a perfect clean in just 20 seconds with 18,000 bristles and personalized insights for your whole-body health. Visit feno.co and use code BEN for $50 off—elevat

My guests on today's show—Dr. James Fadiman and Jordan Gruber—just released the brand new book Microdosing for Health, Healing and Enhanced Performance, which is the first comprehensive book on microdosing, using new research and extensive reports from individuals to describe the possibilities of the practice. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/microdosingpodcast Episode Sponsors:  Just Thrive: For a limited time, you can save 20% off a 90-day bottle of Just Thrive Probiotic and Just Calm at justthrivehealth.com/ben with promo code BEN. That’s like getting a month for FREE! Take control today with Just Thrive! LVLUP Health: I trust and recommend LVLUP Health for your peptide needs, as they third-party test every single batch of their peptides to ensure you’re getting exactly what you pay for and the results you’re after! Head over to lvluphealth.com/BGL and use code BEN15 for 15% off on their game-changing range of products. LeelaQ: Not only do LeelaQ’s pro

My guest on today's show is farmer Justin Owens, who I recently met on an intriguing trip out to his farm near Spokane. His company Manzo is the first beef label in North America to exclusively produce Fassone, beef from the Italian cattle breed, Fassona—known in North America as Piedmontese. Manzo is solely produced on Justin's ranch in Spokane, Washington, at Owens Farms. Everything is done in-house up to harvest, from breeding to birth to finishing! Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/beefpodcast Episode Sponsors:  RoXiva: Try out this world-class multisensory RX1 lamp, featuring meticulously crafted light and sound journeys that guide you effortlessly and reliably into new and expanded states of awareness. Get yours now by going to roXiva.com/ben! NOVOS: Unlock your potential for a longer, healthier life with NOVOS Core, the scientifically validated anti-aging formula targeting all 12 causes of aging to enhance sleep, energy, mood, cognition, and skin he

In this dual-release episode with Boundless Life and Miesha Tate’s Built for Growth, you’ll get to explore the cutting-edge strategies that top athletes and high-performers use to optimize their bodies and minds. This fascinating conversation dives into the power of comprehensive blood testing, hormonal balance, and genetic assessments for longevity and peak performance. You’ll also discover the latest in biohacking recovery tools—hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, PEMF technology—and how they can accelerate recovery and enhance resilience. Whether you're an elite athlete or simply looking to take your health to the next level, this conversation is packed with practical, science-backed insights you can apply right away. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/tatepodcast Episode Sponsors: Force of Nature: Unlock 20% off your order at Force of Nature! Use code BEN at checkout for premium, responsibly sourced meats (minimum purchase of $189 required). Shop now:&nb

In this episode, you’ll get to discover groundbreaking insights and practical strategies to optimize your health, longevity, and performance. You’ll explore a fascinating study on centenarians, revealing how specific blood biomarkers—like higher cholesterol and iron levels, along with lower glucose and liver enzymes—can serve as powerful predictors of longevity and help you personalize your health approach. Ready to dig into a treasure trove of actionable advice and intriguing science, aimed at helping you become the most complete, boundless version of yourself? Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/485 Episode Sponsors:  Peluva: Visit Peluva.com and use code BEN for 15% off your first pair of barefoot minimalist shoes—Peluva's let your feet be feet! BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough: The 7 essential forms of magnesium included in this full spectrum serving help you relax, unwind, and turn off your active brain after a long and stressful day so you can rest peacef

In this fascinating episode, you’ll get to explore the balance between business success, personal well-being, and family harmony in a special dual release with The Financial Dad podcast, hosted by father-daughter duo Tim Smith and Hally Smith. I’ll share how I built my successful ventures, including Kion and Ben Greenfield Life, and how my entrepreneurial journey—from selling Halloween candy as a kid to launching a revolutionary sports medicine facility—shaped my approach to health, business, and family. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business owner, or simply looking for ways to optimize your health, finances, and lifestyle, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways to help you take control and live a boundless life with your family. Tune in now for this inspiring conversation with The Financial Dad! Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/tfd Episode Sponsors:  Quantum Upgrade: Unlock a 15-day free trial with the code BEN15 at quantumupgrade.io. Just Thrive: For

The romanticized notion that humans are "born to run" has buoyed the so-called running boom of the past 50 years: well-intentioned fitness enthusiasts lacing up their cushioned shoes and plodding down roads and trails in pursuit of the runner's high, a trim physique, and the fountain of youth. Unfortunately, "born to run" is a big, fat ruse—a marketing gimmick and a gross misappropriation of evolutionary biology's insights into Homo sapiens' genetic attributes for endurance. While any movement away from a sedentary-dominant lifestyle is laudable, the truth is that humans are actually born to walk, not run. Ready to get fitter, leaner, and stronger than ever without the pain, suffering, and sacrifice of the typical approach to endurance training?  Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/borntowalk Episode Sponsors:  LVLUP Health: Head over to lvluphealth.com/BGL for a special discount on their game-changing range of products. Fatty15: Boost your health and longevity with Fatty15! Get 15%

In this episode with Tim Gray, you'll get to explore the cutting-edge world of biohacking and health optimization as Tim shares his journey of overcoming severe dental and jaw issues through advanced biological dentistry and surgery. You'll also discover recovery practices like grounding, quality sleep, and managing histamine with ketotifen, alongside the transformative benefits of high-dose collagen, amino acids, and peptides for hormone restoration. Additionally, Tim dives into the power of laser and red light therapy, innovative tools like methylene blue sprays for infection, and tracking recovery through heart rate variability, sleep metrics, and advanced body composition devices. Plus, you'll get a preview of the upcoming Health Optimisation Summit in Austin, featuring top experts, groundbreaking tools, and a celebration of holistic health and wellness. Whether you're a biohacker or just curious about optimizing your health, this episode is packed with valuable tips and insights. So, sit back, relax, and

I recently discovered that there is actually an accurate method of figuring out how healthy your mitochondria are. It's called "mescreen," and it is based on groundbreaking research that allows you to assess mitochondrial function through a simple at-home blood test. Mescreen decodes your cellular performance to unlock the peak potential for optimal living. This is more than guesswork, it's the first-of-its-kind, precision pathway to discover your vitality based on your mitochondrial efficiency. Dr. Hemal Patel, my guest on this show, is a tenured professor and vice-chair for research in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of California, San Diego, and has a dual appointment as a VA research career scientist and VA research pharmacologist at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. He is also the chief scientific advisor for Verséa Discovery (the creators of mescreen). He obtained his Ph.D. in pharmacology and toxicology from the Medical College of Wisconsin and did postdoctoral work at

The sensation of pain has played an essential role in the evolution of life. As life evolved to be more complex, the mechanisms of how pain is created and felt have also become more complex. While pain signaling is essential for the success of any species, humans are facing an epidemic of pathologic pain signaling that has no usefulness for survival: chronic pain. This epidemic of chronic pain is creating the unnecessary suffering of millions of people. It costs millions of dollars to treat and prevents millions of people from working. Furthermore, the treatments offered by modern medicine (drugs and surgery) are not only ineffective but also cause more problems than they solve. Dr. Hussey guides clients from around the world back to health by using the latest research and health-attaining strategies. In his downtime, he likes to be outdoors, play sports, read, write, and travel. Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/painsensebook Episode Sponsors:  Timeline Nutrition: Timeline is offering 10% o

I recently discovered one of the coolest, time-efficient oral care products I’ve ever used. It is a smart brush called Feno. In this episode with Dr. Kenny Brown, I dive into the future of oral health and cutting-edge dental technology. Dr. Brown, an oral maxillofacial surgeon and co-founder of Feno, shares how his revolutionary smart toothbrush is transforming dental care with AI-powered precision, cutting brushing time to just 20 seconds while enhancing plaque removal. You'll get to explore the importance of tongue health, saliva's critical role in oral hygiene, and how stress management ties into overall dental well-being. You'll also hear about his insights into holistic approaches in dentistry and the potential of advanced tools like Feno to uncover hidden health issues. If you're curious about elevating your oral care routine and staying ahead with the latest innovations, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Feno (use code BEN to save $50) Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com

In this episode, you'll get to explore cutting-edge strategies and science-backed insights to help you recover faster, build strength, and make smarter health decisions. You'll start by discovering some of the most effective ways to optimize recovery after surgery—like cutting out processed sugars and seed oils to reduce inflammation, incorporating nutrient-rich foods like bone broth and collagen, and following a Paleo autoimmune diet to minimize post-surgical complications. I also dive into key supplements, including amino acids, anti-inflammatory peptides, and high-dose vitamin C, alongside advanced tools like hydrogen tablets, red light therapy, and the mitochondrial triad of C60, methylene blue, and red light. This episode is packed with actionable advice to help you heal, strengthen, and thrive. Grab a notebook and dive into these powerful insights for a healthier, more vibrant life! Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/484 Episode Sponsors Qualia: Visit qualialife.com/boundless and use c