
#1069 - Ben Greenfield
Ben Greenfield is a Coach, Author, Speaker, ex-Bodybuilder and Ironman Triathlete. In 2008 he was voted as the Personal Trainer of the Year by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and recognized as the top 100 Most Influential People in Health in 2013.
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Key Takeaways
Structured water may improve hydration and cellular function.
Understanding its effects could enhance health and wellness practices.
EMF exposure from devices can alter biological processes.
This highlights the need for awareness in technology usage.
Water quality directly impacts health, as seen with cancer cases.
Highlighting the need for proper water filtration to prevent diseases.
Sodium intake myths may mislead health practices regarding blood pressure.
Understanding sodium's role can lead to better dietary choices.
There are many dubious products marketed for male enhancement.
Understanding these products helps consumers make informed choices about their health.
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Episode Timestamps
Exploring Structured Water and EMF Effects on Health
- Discussion on the health benefits of structured water and EMF awareness.
- Exploration of solar energy usage and home technology setups.
- Insights into the impact of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on biological systems.
Exploring the Impact of Water Quality and Health
- Concerns about water quality and its link to health problems like cancer.
- The importance of monitoring sodium intake and its effects on blood pressure.
- Using technology like HRV to monitor health and training effectiveness.
Exploring Controversial Enhancements in Male Sexual Health
- Discussion on various methods to enhance male sexual performance and size.
- Critique of gas station dick pills and their questionable ingredients.
- Insights into new therapies like acoustic sound wave therapy and stem cell treatments.
Exploration of Stem Cells and Alternative Health Practices
- Discussion on the application and effects of stem cell injections.
- Insights into various health practices, including essential oils and light therapy.
- Personal anecdotes about health experiments and their outcomes.
Exploring Health Treatments and Sexual Vitality in Modern Medicine
- The discussion covers the effects of ejaculation on vitality and health.
- Various medical treatments, including stem cell injections and peptides, are explored.
- Controversial methods for enhancing health and performance in athletes are examined.
Exploring Fitness Routines and Recovery Techniques
- Discussion on various stretching and recovery methods for athletes.
- Insights into the benefits of sauna and cold therapy for fitness.
- Exploration of using essential oils and frequencies for wellness.
Exploring the Benefits of Alternative Wellness Practices
- Participants discuss unconventional wellness practices like THC-infused baths and float tanks.
- The conversation touches on the effects of magnesium and other natural substances.
- Various products and methods are suggested for enhancing relaxation and well-being.
Exploring Recovery Techniques and Hormesis in Fitness
- Heat therapy can enhance performance by boosting red blood cell production.
- Cold immersion post-exercise may blunt the desired hormonal response.
- Hydrogen-rich compounds could reduce inflammation without inhibiting exercise benefits.
Exploring Spearfishing, Breath Control, and Ketogenic Diets
- The speaker shares experiences with spearfishing and breath-holding techniques.
- Discussion includes the benefits of cold thermogenesis and fitness.
- Research on ketogenic diets and their performance impacts is highlighted.
Optimizing Nutrition for Athletic Performance and Health
- Discusses the benefits of carbohydrate timing for insulin sensitivity and performance.
- Explores unique dietary practices including wild plants and ketogenic strategies.
- Highlights the importance of nutrient absorption through food preparation methods.
Exploring the Effects of Diet on Endurance Performance
- High-fat, ketogenic diets may enhance fat oxidation during endurance exercises.
- Genetic testing can reveal individual responses to different dietary strategies.
- Comprehensive health testing is essential for optimizing personal nutrition plans.
Exploring the Benefits of Ketogenic Diet for Athletes
- Low carbohydrate diets may not enhance performance as previously thought.
- Engineered carbohydrates could outperform traditional diets for athletic performance.
- Balancing health, longevity, and athletic performance is crucial for ketogenic diets.
Exploring Psilocybin and Biohacking for Enhanced Cognition
- Discussion on psilocybin mushrooms and their effects on cognition and perception.
- Insights into biohacking techniques for improving mental and physical performance.
- The contrast between synthetic and natural substances for cognitive enhancement.
Bow hunting competitions blend fitness and skill in unique ways
- Bow hunting requires physical fitness and skill to succeed in competitions.
- Competitors face challenges such as carrying heavy packs over difficult terrain.
- Changes in competition rules affect participant safety and performance.
Exploring Self-Taught Hunting and Unique Culinary Practices
- The speaker shares experiences of self-taught hunting and outdoor skills.
- A discussion on raising crickets and their culinary applications is featured.
- Insights into homeschooling and its impact on socialization and independence are explored.
Exploring Unique Fitness Practices and Holistic Therapies
- Discussion on the benefits of goat milk and colostrum for health.
- Insights into archery techniques and their meditative aspects.
- The exploration of unconventional therapies at Human Garage for physical wellness.
People Mentioned
Ben Greenfield
Entrepreneur, Health and wellness expert
Mark Wahlberg
Actor, Media Personality
Daniel Cormier
UFC light heavyweight champion
Dr. Ben Ruhi
Medical practitioner
James Nestor
Author
Unnamed Speaker
Nutrition Expert, Bow hunting enthusiast, Athlete
Brian Callenturn
Author
Dr. Daphne Miller
Author
Dr. Terry Walls
Author, Health Advocate
Steven Gundry
Author
Unnamed speaker
Podcast host or guest
Kenton
Hunting expert
Places Mentioned
Florida
State
Spokane
City
Forever Labs
Stem cell storage facility
Venice Beach
Location for medical treatments
New York City
Location for wellness spa
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Location
Washington State
Geographic Location
Kauai
Island
Asheville, North Carolina
City
Alaska
U.S. State
Texas
U.S. State
Mexico
Country
Human Garage
Wellness center
Books Mentioned
The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMF
Claudia Altucher
Multi-Organic Men
Unnamed
Deep
James Nestor
Sapiens
Yuval Noah Harari
Biochemical Individuality
Roger Williams
The Jungle Effect
Dr. Daphne Miller
The Walls Protocol
Dr. Terry Walls
The Plant Paradox
Steven Gundry
Notable Quotes
"There's kill switches bedrooms bait walk house super clean."
Discussing home technology and EMF safety measures.
"Drink structured water apparently blood moves better vessels."
Talking about the benefits of structured water.
"There's like dead animals house piled everywhere carcasses mean, know careful"
Discussion about water contamination and health risks.
"Salt gives high blood pressure kills, yeah, that's that's real tragedy"
Talking about the misconception of salt's health risks.
"Supposedly breaks open old blood vessels builds new blood vessels."
Discussing the mechanism of acoustic sound wave therapy.