#990 Oxalates, Lectins & the Belly Fat Connection: Why Spinach, Kale, and Beets Might Be Slowing Your Metabolism & Aging You Faster with Ben Azadi
Think all vegetables are healthy? Think again. In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals five "superfood" vegetables that could be sabotaging your weight loss, spiking inflammation, disrupting your hormones, and blocking fat burning. Backed by science and expert interviews, you’ll learn exactly which vegetables to avoid, why they’re harmful, and what to eat instead for maximum fat loss and metabolic health.
🥦 Top 5 Vegetables to AVOID for Fat Loss & Inflammation:
Spinach
High in oxalates → bind to minerals, damage the gut lining, and deplete glutathione
Linked to joint pain, kidney stones, and leaky gut
Can spike cortisol, increase belly fat, and cause fatigue
Kale
Another oxalate-rich leafy green
Contains goitrogens that can impair thyroid function (→ slows metabolism)
Potential trigger for autoimmune flare-ups
Swiss Chard
A colorful but sneaky oxalate bomb
Depletes B6 and biotin → worsens hormonal balance and fat storage
Linked to skin, joint, and metabolism issues
Beets
High in natural sugars + oxalates = double trouble
Increases insulin and glucose spikes
Damages mitochondria, slowing your fat-burning capacity
Potatoes (white/red)
High glycemic load + oxalates = metabolic chaos
Promotes water retention, fat storage, and bloating
Especially dangerous when eaten with high fat (e.g., cheese & butter)
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#990 What Happens to Your Blood Sugar, Belly Fat & Brain When You Eat 1 Avocado Every Day for a Week: The Surprising Fat-Burning, Hormone-Balancing Effects of Nature’s Perfect Keto Fruit with Ben Azadi
What happens if you eat a whole avocado every day for 7 days? Ben Azadi breaks down the day-by-day transformation your body experiences—from fat-burning activation to hormone balance, brain performance, and fat redistribution. Learn how this nutrient-dense fruit can help stabilize blood sugar, flatten your stomach, and improve metabolic flexibility.
🗓️ Timeline of Benefits:
Day 1 – Nutrient Activation Mode
✅ Oleic acid reduces inflammation & supports fat burning
✅ 10g fiber improves gut health & satiety
✅ 2x potassium of a banana helps balance sodium, reduce bloat & lower blood pressure
✅ B vitamins & phytosterols support adrenals and lipid profile
Day 2 – Electrolyte Reset & Craving Control
✅ Cravings drop as potassium accumulates
✅ Leptin (satiety hormone) up, Ghrelin (hunger hormone) down
✅ Feel leaner, wake up with a flatter stomach
Day 3 – Insulin Balance & Fat Adaptation
✅ Monounsaturated fats improve glucose uptake
✅ Reduced post-meal glucose spikes → less insulin needed
✅ Fat burning accelerates & energy stabilizes
Day 4 – Mood Upgrade & Brain Boost
✅ Dopamine & serotonin support from B6 & folate
✅ Magnesium enhances sleep and mood
✅ Less anxiety, better focus, smarter food decisions
Day 5 – Hormone & Adrenal Rebalance
✅ B5 helps buffer cortisol (anti-stress vitamin)
✅ Cortisol belly begins to shrink
✅ Improved HPA axis communication
Day 6 – Fat Loss Acceleration
✅ Significant reduction in visceral belly fat
✅ Improved leptin sensitivity
✅ Less fat storage from insulin spikes
Day 7 – Metabolic Momentum
✅ Cravings down, energy up, waistline tighter
✅ Enhanced metabolic flexibility
✅ Glucose control & liver detox improve
📚 Referenced Study:
✅ Journal of Nutrition 2021 RCT – Daily avocado intake reduced visceral fat in women in 12 weeks
(http://jn.nutrition.org)
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#989 The 5-Step Protocol to Eliminate Man Boobs After 40: Testosterone Hacks, Estrogen Detox, Cold Therapy & Hormone Optimization Without Surgery with Ben Azadi
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In this powerful episode, Ben Azadi shares his personal journey and unveils the 5-step protocol he used to eliminate stubborn chest fat (a.k.a. "man boobs")—without surgery, excessive cardio, or gimmicks.
🔑 Key Topics Covered:
Why Beer is Estrogenic and how it sabotages testosterone production
The hidden hormone disruptors in plastics and microplastics
How compound strength training boosts testosterone and melts fat
The critical role of deep sleep and Ben’s top hacks (like mouth taping & banana tea)
How to activate brown fat through cold plunging and sauna therapy
Nutrition tips and the top 5 foods that naturally increase testosterone
Thoughts on TRT, hormone testing (Dutch test), and effective sprinting protocols
Why slow cardio fails and how to use HIIT for fat loss
Resources Mentioned:
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#988 These Gut Bacteria Burn Fat, Slow Aging & Kill Disease! - EAT THIS To Get Them with Dr. Steven Gundry
What if your gut was the secret weapon to burning fat, balancing blood sugar, and unlocking mental clarity?
In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, I’m joined by one of the most brilliant minds in functional medicine—Dr. Stephen Gundry. You’ve probably heard his name. He’s a world-renowned gut health expert and the author of The Gut Brain Paradox.
We go deep into the gut-metabolism connection and talk about how your microbiome could be the key to finally breaking through weight loss plateaus, improving insulin sensitivity, and even lifting brain fog.
You’ll learn:
Why gut diversity is a non-negotiable for long-term fat loss
How butyrate-producing bacteria support metabolic health
The truth about fermented foods—and what I personally eat
Practical, real-world strategies to improve your gut starting today
And yes… how the science of gratitude literally changes your biology
Dr. Gundry brought the 🔥 in this conversation—and I know you’re going to walk away empowered and inspired to take control of your health from the inside out.
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#987 Is This BETTER Than Ozempic? How To Activate Thermogenesis, Suppress Hunger, & Trigger Fat Loss With These 5 Daily Drinks with Ben Azadi
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Is it really possible that just one cup a day of something natural could help you reduce cravings, burn fat, and boost energy—without the risks of Ozempic? In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals five research-backed drinks that can support metabolic health, control appetite, and help you lose fat safely and effectively.
What You’ll Learn:
☕ Why medium roast organic coffee can increase fat-burning hormones and reduce belly fat
🍵 How green tea (and matcha) targets visceral fat and boosts calorie burn
🍎 The power of apple cider vinegar to lower blood sugar and reduce liver fat
💧 Why mineral-rich water first thing in the morning crushes cravings
🍋 How ginger lemon water boosts brown fat and improves insulin sensitivity
Key Highlights:
Studies show that coffee increases metabolic rate up to 13% in lean individuals
Green tea catechins + caffeine = potent belly fat shredder
ACV before meals or bed = improved glucose, reduced insulin spikes
Minerals support mitochondrial health, fasting, and energy levels
Ginger + lemon water raises thermogenesis and helps regulate insulin
Resources Mentioned:
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Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and best selling author of Keto Flex, is the host of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast. We bring on the thought leaders in this space in this space to have life-changing conversations so you can apply it and upgrade your metabolism. The topics we cover include bio-hacking, ketosis, carnivore, fasting strategies, mindset and metabolic health. Discover how to cut through all the noise in the health and nutrition space so you can finally get the results you want, and keep them; whether its fat loss, more energy, better sleep, or focusing on general health and longevity. As a former obese man, Ben took his pain of being extremely unhealthy, and turned it into a purpose by transforming his health and now he is on a mission to educate 1 billion people. Ben brings you the thought leaders in the world of health, including Dr. Eric Berg, Ben Greenfield, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Will Cole, Mark Sisson, Dr. Ken Berry, Dr Mindy Pelz, Cynthia Thurow, Dr. Daniel Pompa, and many others. You'll discover everything you want to know about the keto diet, ketosis, paleo, fasting, intermittent fasting, block fasting, fasting mimicking diet, bulletproof fasting, dry fasting, water fasting, and everything that works (and doesn't work) to help you understand what is best for your unique body.
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