The Ben Azadi Show
Ben Azadi
Ben Azadi, NYT best-selling author of Metabolic Freedom, is the host of The Ben Azadi Show. We bring on the thought leaders in this space to have life-changing conversations so you can apply them and upgrade your metabolism. The topics we cover include biohacking, 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 it's 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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Mar 21, 2026 • 16min
My Doctor Told Me I Needed Medication at 24… What I Discovered Instead Completely Reversed My Health and Changed My Life Forever With Ben Azadi | #1278
A personal health turnaround after being prescribed multiple medications at 24 sparks a deep investigation into root causes. He explores how lifestyle, not pills, drove his metabolic issues. The conversation highlights simple habit shifts like walking after meals, prioritizing protein, morning sunlight, better sleep, and stopping constant snacking.
Mar 19, 2026 • 21min
What Really Happens to Insulin Resistance During a 72 Hour Water Fast and Why Day 3 Is Where the Real Metabolic Reset Begins With Ben Azadi | #1277
A deep dive into what a 72-hour water fast does to insulin and metabolic health. Short-term glycogen use gives way to sustained fat burning and ketone production by day three. The discussion covers cellular repair, autophagy, dopamine receptor reset, and how visceral fat becomes accessible when insulin stays low. Practical tips for safe fasting, electrolytes, and gentle refeeding are also covered.
Mar 17, 2026 • 16min
Stop Eating This at Night -The Hidden Insulin Spike That Feeds Visceral Fat, Wakes You Up at 2 AM, and Blocks Fat Burning While You Sleep | With Ben Azadi | #1276
They dig into how what you eat at night can trigger hidden insulin spikes that lock in visceral fat and wake you up. They compare identical meals eaten at different times and reveal which dinners provoke glucose surges. A simple three-day dinner experiment and practical meal-timing tips are shared to lower nighttime insulin and support overnight fat burning.
Mar 16, 2026 • 53min
Weight Loss Resistance Is Not Your Fault – The Hidden Hormone and Inflammation Triggers with Becca Chilczenkowski | #1275
Becca Chilczenkowski, board-certified functional practitioner and hormone specialist known as the Hormone Queen, helps women decode metabolic stuckness. She explores chronic dieting, inflammation, birth control effects, toxin exposure, gut diversity, low hormones, and a practical five-step plan. Short, candid stories and clear action points about what the female body needs to heal.
Mar 16, 2026 • 15min
High Blood Sugar Is Quietly Destroying Your Vision – The Hidden Metabolic Cause of Blurry Eyes, Night Glare, and Retinal Damage (And the Seed That Helps Fix It) With Ben Azadi | #1274
A deep dive into how high blood sugar quietly damages retinal microvessels and leads to blurry vision, night glare, and long term retinal decline. Discussion of glycation, oxidative stress, and oxygen restriction as hidden drivers of eye problems. A ranked rundown of seeds that support eye and metabolic health, highlighting black cumin seed. Practical metabolic steps to protect vision without focusing on medical details.
Mar 15, 2026 • 18min
What 30 Days of NAC Really Does to Your Liver, Inflammation, and Glutathione Levels (Most People Have No Idea) With Ben Azadi | #1273
A deep dive into how a 30-day NAC regimen affects liver antioxidant defenses and glutathione production. Clear timeline of biochemical shifts across four weeks and what changes to expect. Discussion of oxidative stress as the real driver of fatty liver and how lowering liver stress can reduce systemic inflammation. Practical notes on dosing, product quality, and when NAC may not be appropriate.
Mar 14, 2026 • 16min
The Surprising Kitchen Ingredient That May Regrow Thinning Hair, Reduce Scalp Inflammation, and Support Metabolic Health Naturally With Ben Azadi | #1272
They explore thinning hair as a sign of deeper metabolic issues like insulin resistance, inflammation, and thyroid problems. A surprising human study on topical red onion juice and its sulfur, quercetin, and antimicrobial effects is discussed. Practical how-to steps for applying onion juice and enhancements like rosemary or fermentation are shared. The conversation also stresses fixing internal metabolic factors to sustain results.
Mar 12, 2026 • 22min
Doctors Won’t Tell You This About Creatine After 50 and Why It May Be the Missing Key to Protecting Your Brain, Strength, and Independence as You Age With Ben Azadi | #1271
Why creatine matters after 50 for preserving muscle, strength, and independence. How creatine acts as a cellular energy backup that also supports brain energy and cognitive stamina. Practical dosing approaches, safety data, and myths debunked. Tips for choosing high-quality creatine and pairing it with resistance training and metabolic strategies.
Mar 10, 2026 • 17min
Your Liver Could Be Holding 5 Pounds of Toxic Fat - The Hidden Cause of Belly Fat, Fatigue, and Metabolic Dysfunction Most Doctors Miss With Ben Azadi | #1270
They dig into how fatty liver from metabolic overload quietly drives belly fat, fatigue, brain fog, and insulin resistance. They explain why juice cleanses can worsen liver fat and how lowering liquid sugar and late-night eating helps. A practical seven-day liver relief plan is offered, plus a look at how high-quality coffee and choline-rich foods may support liver health.
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Mar 9, 2026 • 19min
Walking 10,000 Steps but Still Have Belly Fat The Hormone Mistake That Keeps Visceral Fat Stuck and the 5 Walking Upgrades That Actually Burn It With Ben Azadi | #1269
They explain why stubborn belly fat is driven by hormones like insulin and cortisol rather than just calories. Practical walking upgrades are offered, including morning fasted walks, post‑meal strolls, Zone 2 intensity, adding load, and cutting snacks. Common mistakes that cancel progress are highlighted, and measuring waist circumference is recommended as a better progress marker.
