On Health: The Art Of Living With Kathy Smith | Fitness | Health | Longevity | Wellness | Motivation

Back by popular demand, we welcome Drew Manning to the show! If you listened to our last conversation, you know that he went from Fit to Fat to Fit! He actually was in killer shape, then gained 70 pounds in 6 months on purpose, and lost it again in 6 months...just to get a better understanding of the weight loss process. And, he wrote about it in his New York Times best-selling book, Fit2Fat2Fit. In Drew’s latest book, Complete Keto, he gets PRACTICAL about how to live a ketogenic lifestyle that works with your daily routine.  The ketogenic diet is the world's fastest-growing diet, and I have been getting so many questions about it on social media, so today's episode dives into the why, how, and the whats. This is where Drew comes in. He has a solution that goes way beyond willpower, offering a program that's based on a deep understanding of the challenges in starting a keto program, and sticking with a keto program so you can enjoy the benefits for life. For show notes, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

If you’re like most people, you have some complaints about your memory.  Perhaps you walked into a room and forgot why you were there, or you can’t think of a name of an acquaintance even though you met her half a dozen times...or you see a movie, and two weeks later you can’t remember the title, or parts of the plot.  It can be a very frustrating experience!   With more than 41 million Americans over the age of 65 in the United States, the question becomes how much (or, perhaps, what type) of memory loss is to be expected as one gets older and what should trigger a visit to the doctor.   On today’s show, we will delve into What’s normal, what’s not, and what to do about it. Our guest is Dr. Andrew Budson, the author of Seven Steps to Managing Your Memory. And he’s here today to help us address key concerns about memory loss. Dr. Budson is a professor of neurology at Boston University, and lecturer of neurology at Harvard Medical school. His career combines education, research, and clinical care for those wi

The ketogenic diet is the world's fastest growing diet - and with good reason. When practiced correctly, it burns fat, reduces inflammation, fights cancer, balances hormones and gut bacteria, improves neurological diseases, and even increases lifespan. Unfortunately, many people are still confused about several of the key factors that are crucial to the diet's success... and that sets them up for frustration and failure. In his new book, Keto Diet, Dr. Josh Axe sets the record straight on how to start a ketogenic diet the right way...for your body and your lifestyle. He joins Kathy to discuss the book and ways to implement the keto diet for yourself! More complete notes, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

My guest today is Dr. Jonathan Greenburg, celebrity dentist and snore expert who, for the past ten years, has focused his practice exclusively on the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea. He’s the inventor of a simple and effective way to eliminate sleepless nights and the health issues that may result from chronic snoring. Even Shaquille O'Neal, one of the nation's most publicly notorious snorers was cured by Dr. Jonathan Greenberg, and thousands of others have credited him for saving their marriages.  

Have you noticed that, as we age, things can take on a different look? I’m not just talking about wrinkles, hair color, and hormones but also energy levels, sleep patterns, joint issues, balance, vision, muscle or memory loss...things we traditionally associate with getting older. You are possibly dealing with one or more of these issues or have witnessed your parents, partner or close friends coping with some aspects of getting older. Part of the Art of Aging includes asking the question: are these issues inevitable as we age?   My guest today offers the viewpoint that medical issues associated with aging are not a given; they don’t need to be inevitable. Dr. Bob Goldman is a good friend whom I’ve admired from afar for decades; he’s a great spirit with a great heart. Bob is a leader and global force in health and sports medicine—specifically as they relate to aging--and truly a remarkable human being. In addition to extraordinary achievements in physical strength--earning him at least twenty world records--D

You’ve all heard of H20, and that H stands for HYDROGEN! What, you might be asking, is why is it so important to our health and wellbeing?    It appears to be an element that does a lot of miraculous things... including slowing down the aging process. And, there is a positive connection between therapeutic uses of hydrogen, and  improving our overall well-being.  I KID YOU NOT!  Wait until you hear about the benefits!   My guest today, Tyler LeBaron, is an esteemed biochemist and one of the leading proponents in this promising and exciting field of molecular hydrogen research.   Tyler is everywhere these days talking about the benefits of hydrogen. He’s the Founder and Executive Director of the Molecular Hydrogen Institute, and his mission is to help further research and education on the benefits of hydrogen. When he’s not in the lab or lecturing around the country, you will most likely find him training for his next marathon, and we might even be seeing him at the upcoming Olympic trials.

Do you lie awake in bed thinking about your never-ending to-do list and those upcoming deadlines? Or, maybe you keep replaying a conversation where you wish you would have responded differently? Perhaps falling asleep isn’t the issue, but STAYING asleep is your achilles heel? Joining me today is Dr. Michael Breus, also known as  “The Sleep Doctor”. He is a clinical psychologist with a specialty in sleep disorders. In his book, The Power of When, Dr Breus helps you understand your personal inner clock - from the best time for you to work out, eat, and even go to sleep. Getting in sync with your own circadian cycle can help you live a more healthy, energetic life. For more, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.    

Does this scenario sound familiar to you: You’re looking forward to a romantic evening and possibly some long overdue intimacy. You mention to your significant other that it's date night, you pull out your lacy undies, and you tend to some much needed grooming (like shaving above the knee). But, after dinner and a few glasses of wine you find yourself back home, curled up and drifting off to sleep with barely enough energy to brush your teeth. Definitely no hot sex tonight!    If you have noticed that the sizzle has started to fizzle, then you need to hear from today's guest, Ben Greenfield. Ben is here to talk about how your lifestyle, including your fitness routine, can help you feel younger, look younger, and boost your sexual vitality. His science-based approach to the balance between health and performance has revolutionized the way thousands of athletes and exercise enthusiasts around the world live, train and eat. He’s a world renowned coach, speaker, and Ironman triathlete who has immersed himself in

Over the years, I’ve run into Petra time and time again at fitness conferences. It’s easy to spot her from a block away, because she radiates confidence, vitality, and a passion for life. It was only through reading her newest book, The Perfection Detox, that I started to understand her inner struggles with perfectionism, and the destructive impact it had on her life. Her book provides 21 steps that will help if you're struggling with your own bout of perfectionism. As a two-time cancer survivor, she is passionate about waking people up to the precious gift of time. Her mission is to inspire people to move more and fear less, so that they can stretch their dreams, strengthen their courage muscle and build an inspired life, full of joy and gratitude. For more, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

Drew Manning went from fit2fat2fit - which is also the name of his New York Times best-selling book. In 2011, Drew did an experiment where he went from being in incredible shape, then put on 70 pounds in 6 months... on purpose! Then, over the course of another 6 months, he lost it all again. His journey was featured on shows like Dr. Oz, Good Morning America, The View and many more. And, his experiment has since become a hit TV show, airing on A&E and Lifetime. Even though he gained and lost all that weight, what happened on the inside of his body was even more fascinating - and that's why you have to listen! For more, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

We all know that life can bring all kinds of stressors. They can come in the form of a career setback, financial worries, perhaps a divorce or the death of a loved one. Despite knowing this, most of us never focus on honing our coping skills to meet these kind of life events. Researchers who study stress and resilience tell us that resilience should be considered an emotional muscle that can be strengthened at any time.   Today’s guest, Danette May, is a world renowned motivational speaker, and a #1 best-selling author. Danette has an upcoming book, The Rise, where she shares her journey from an unimaginable loss to putting her life back together again using what she calls the 4 hinges: daily positive actions that can create enormous momentum in changing your overall life and future.     As the founder of The Rise Movement and through her moving story,  she’s helping women across the world discover how to overcome inevitable obstacles and enjoy a life filled with possibilities.     For more, visit www.kathysm

The premise of the popular Paleo diet is that if we would mimic the eating habits of our paleolithic predecessors, we would be healthier, less obese, and avoid ailments both big and small including conditions like anxiety, asthma, certain cancers, depression, Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, irritable bowel syndrome, and osteoporosis. Today’s guest, Daniel Lieberman has studied extensively the habits of our ancestors. He’s a Harvard evolutionary biologist who has focused his research on  the human body and how it has evolved over millions of years. His book, The Story Of The Human Body: Evolution, Health and Disease, examines the increasing disparity between the needs of our Stone Age bodies and the realities of the modern world. So even though we’re living longer, we’re living with chronic disease.   For more, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

Kathryn Budig is a powerhouse in a tiny package - with a huge heart and spirit that comes pouring out of her. Since those early morning yoga classes, Kathryn has become an internationally-celebrated yoga teacher and author known for her humor and her ability to empower her students through her message of "Aim True”, which is also the title of her best-selling book.  What does it mean to aim true? Well, as she describes it, it’s a verbal tattoo that lives in your heart, showing you how you want to live your life.  She inspires hundreds of thousands of fans across social media. And if you want to see the most incredible arm balances you’ve ever seen, check out her Instagram: @KathrynBudig. Make sure to send your screenshot to Kathy after you visit HealthIQ.com/kathysmith. For more Kathy goodness, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.    

Are you a little stir crazy with some aspect of your life? If you’ve ever thought that you've hit the wall and lost your magic, it may be time for a change. It could be a major life change that spurs the need for something new, or sometimes it’s JUST simple habitual patterns that are leading to boredom and frustration, where all you can think about is “I need to do something different!”  Today’s guest, Kathi Sharpe-Ross has inspired thousands of people to STOP dreaming, and START doing! Her motivational blogs are all about finding your passion and living your life to the fullest! They can be found on The Huffington Post, as well as on her own website, The Reinvention Exchange. Kathi is the president of THE SHARPE ALLIANCE, where she helps build brands, including mine! And, right now Kathi is writing a book, "STOP! I Want to Get Off: The Guide to Reinventing Your Life. For more, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

What is autophagy? What impact does it have on cancer, Alzheimers, and diabetes? Today's guest has the answers for you.  Naomi Whittel has spent the last 7 years working with some of the greatest minds in science to create an autophagy-activating plan. She explains all of that in her New York Times Bestselling book, Glow15. She also has a documentary titled "The Real Skinny On Fat". For more podcasts, make sure to visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

Meditate with Kathy!  Any success in life starts with a goal. It could be losing weight, making more money, or quitting a sugar addiction. No matter how large or minute, goals give us purpose. And, like a GPS, they keep us going the right way. Sometimes we simply can't see our future the way we should and our negative mental images get in the way of our own happiness. That's where meditation comes in. Join Kathy as she leads you through a meditation process that will help motivate you towards the future you want. For more, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.  

Dr. Susan Bloomfield is one of the nation’s leading bone researchers and she joins us today to help us understand how to maintain healthy bones and keep them strong, and perhaps even reverse bone loss you may have already experienced.    An interesting fact is that Susan’s research has been funded by NASA, the Dept. of Defense, and the National Space Biomedical Research Institute.    Some of our questions come from our lovely Facebook family. So, make sure you're a part of that! https://www.facebook.com/theRealKathySmith/    

Lisa Genova is a neuroscientist and New York Times best-selling author. She is part of a world-class team of scientists and advocates who joined forces because they were frustrated by the lack of urgency, funding, and scientific collaboration to address the massive global Alzheimer’s epidemic. They received the highest honors at the 2017 XPRIZE Visioneers Summit. XPrize is a nonprofit organization that designs and manages public competitions intended to encourage breakthroughs that could benefit humanity. In this case, to come up with an approach to diagnose, treat, cure and prevent Alzheimer’s. A disease that affects nearly 50 million people worldwide. She's also the author of a book-turned-movie, Still Alice, which tells the tale of a linguistics professor who is diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s. A role that won Julianne Moore the best actress Oscar in 2015. She shares with Kathy some information about the current state of Alzheimer's research and what we know about how to stave off its impact on our

Belly fat is a topic that so many people are concerned about - mainly for cosmetic reasons. However, we know that having extra weight — especially around the belly — can be risky. It’s one of the main indicators that the body is shifting out of balance, and veering into some unhealthy territory.    Now, here’s the rub: belly fat cells contain four times more cortisol receptors compared with other cells. In other words, every time you raise cortisol levels, you just feed that muffin top and start to create a barrier that stops you from burning fat. So, if you’ve been asking yourself why it’s so freaking hard to manage belly fat, then you’re going to want to hear today’s guest: Dr. Sara Gottfried.   Dr. Sara Gottfried is a New York Times bestselling author. In her newest book, Younger, she created a protocol that can help you gain more control over the way you age than you ever thought possible. It’s a simple matter of turning the good genes on, and the bad genes off.     For more, visit www.kathysmith.com/pod

Today, we're doing something VERY special... you're going to take a walk with me! Power Walk is a 40-minute indoor/outdoor walking audio. I love this routine, because all you have to do is click play, and get started. It has engaging, motivating music keeps that keeps the tempo. And, the short interval bursts guarantee you'll reach your cardio and fat-burning goals. Plus, I'll be here every step of the way, coaching you along, to make sure you have proper technique to get the most of your workout. Also, to get your Health IQ, remember to visit www.HealthIQ.com/kathysmith.  For more information, visit www.kathysmith.com/podcast.