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TMHS 020: Health Benefits Of Qigong With Sensei Tristan Truscott Oct 02, 2013

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In this episode we're excited to welcome renown martial arts expert, Tristan Truscott. Tristan has an incredible story of going from a high level black belt to being debilitated and wheelchair bound. Today you're going to learn what Tristan did to get himself out of chronic pain, and how he's now teaching thousands of people all over his amazing healing techniques.

People often ask me what my morning ritual is and how do I always have so much energy. Well, what I've learned from Tristan has changed my life forever. I incorporate his quick program each morning to super-charge my body, reduce stress, and increase my energy levels. I'm totally hooked on Tristan's quick and easy strategies.

The best news is that anyone, at any age, and at any skill level can incorporate this daily practice and see their health and energy skyrocket. If you can't tell already, I'm a big fan, but this is only a small part of the story.

In this episode you'll discover:

What a black belt martial artist did when he ended up in a wheel chair.
Why a doctor's "diagnosis" can be worse than the disease itself.
What stress is doing to our bodies and minds in our world today.
What the "swiss army knife" of personal growth is.
What qigong means and how it actually works.
My personal story with qigong (fair warning: Bambi is involved)
What qi is and how to cultivate yours.
How the foods you eat can lower your body's energy potential.
Why you need to build AND store your qi.
Why you need to have your qigong practice in the right order to really get the health benefits.
When the best time to do qigong is.
How qigong can help you to relax and sleep better at night.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

* Good Morning Good Evening Qigong

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TMHS 019: Eat Like A Dinosaur - With Paleo Parents' Stacy Toth Sep 25, 2013

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In this episode we're happy to welcome author Stacy Toth from PaleoParents.com. Stacy is on the show to share important strategies to help you and your family eat better, feel better, and live better starting today!

In the real world it's not always easy to feed your family the way that you might want to. With work, school, extracurricular activities, and basic family time, things can seem to pile up on you pretty fast.

This episode is all about helping you successfully manage your family's health, implementing simple tactics to make your life easier AND taking care of your own health and fitness along the way.

Stacy is going to share her story of how she went from being dangerously overweight and struggling with her health, to being happy, healthy, and in the best shape of her adult life. Stacy is not only doing this herself, she's got her entire family on board (including 3 young sons) and is now reaching thousands of people worldwide with her amazing cookbooks, podcast, and popular website. Get ready, because you're about to learn a ton!

In this episode you'll discover:

How food intolerances can be passed on to your children.
How testing "14 sleeps" with your family can radically transform everyone's health.
What protein found in milk may be a big contributor to chronic diseases.
How allowing your kids to be empowered in their food choices helps them to make better decisions themselves.
A simple question you can ask your kids when they don't feel well to help them identify sickness "triggers".
How to give your kids snack options that help them to feel cool during school lunch.
Why making gradual transitions may be better than going all in right off the bat.
Why "sticking to your guns" is the most important part of improving the wellness of your family.
How to immediately start upgrading your kids favorite food options.
The 3 essential steps to changing the way your family eats and feels.
Why shooting for perfection is a huge barrier to sustainable progress.
Why having emergency "go-to" places for food is important.
What having a plan does for your family's health and why most people don't have one.
How to set your family up for success in the food choices everyone makes.
How to avoid giving your kids a lifetime struggle with food and diets.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

* Eat Like A Dinosaur - Cookbook

* PaleoParents.com

* The Paleo View Podcast

* Primal Palate app

* Nomnom paleo app - shopping list

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TMHS 018: Tips For Protecting Your Children's Health With MommyMD Dr. Jennifer Hanes Sep 18, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show we are happy to welcome MommyMD, Jennifer Hanes. Dr. Hanes is a board certified emergency and integrative medicine physician out of Austin, Texas. We're truly excited to have her on the show today to share her insights about raising healthy kids by being healthier parents.

Illness is not always preventable, but it's up to us as parents to create the conditions to give our kids the best shot possible. This episode is going to give you an incredible foundation to keep your kids healthy and happy for many years to come.

One of the biggest secrets of raising healthy kids is to be the example of health yourself. The real key is to focus on you first. Take better care of you, so that you can take better care of them. Even when you're on an airplane they tell you to "put your mask on first before assisting your child". This is so that you are more capable and focused to do a great job when they really need you most.

If you don't take good care of yourself then you're not showing up as the best version of you for your family. When you don't have the energy, when you don't feel good, it shows. So, today it's time to get the blueprint for taking great care of yourself, and show up for your family better than you ever have before!

In this episode you'll discover:

How parents can get caught up on things that are less important than their children's health.
What the biggest difference maker in your children's health really is.
Why growing numbers of our medical professionals are struggling with their own health.
What impact sleep has on behavioral problems.
How to shift the internal dialogue you have with yourself to make you more successful.
How you can use accountability with your kids to ensure you take care of yourself.
A quick and easy tip you can use to package and "present" snacks for your kids.
What simple at-home test you can use to know if you and your kids are getting enough sleep.
Why taking responsibility for our kids health can be so difficult.
How calorie counting can derange your view of nutrition (and what you can learn from Bugs Bunny)
Why food can sometimes be a substitution for satisfaction in your life.
How the food you eat can affect your personality (are you real or fake?).
How the "yellow sweetener" high fructose corn syrup can permanently impact your liver function.
What this MommyMD's top weight loss tip is (she lost 70 pounds by the way!)
One simple tip to instantly boost your confidence, appearance, and attraction.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

* Fat Loss Motivation Tips - 15 Tips To Stay Motivated To Exercise

* Dr. Jennifer Hanes - Website

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TMHS 017: Fat Loss Motivation Tips - Here's 15 Tips To Stay Motivated To Exercise Sep 12, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show we're focusing on specific tips to keep you motivated to exercise and take care of your body. Now, these aren't just any tips, I'm sharing fail-proof strategies to help you get into the best shape of your life.

Where your mind goes, your body will follow. You absolutely must have strategies in place for when the going gets tough, stress is creeping up, and you're thinking about taking a few days off OR calling it quits all together.

Your success depends on what you do in the long-term and the strategies you have to make it happen. Get ready because you're about to learn life-changing tips that will help you get there and never look back.

In this episode you'll discover:

How watching a simple youtube video can train your brain to desire exercise.
Why music can be extremely helpful to put you in the right state for working out.
A simple trick to pre-program your cells to respond to music.
What quality you need to AVOID in a workout partner.
Why personal trainers are really valuable (and it's not about lifting weights).
How words and motivational statements influence your mind and actions.
What a "Why card" is and why you need one.
How inspiring images help us to change our focus.
What motivational exercises are and how to do them.
Why social accountability is so effective at keeping you committed.
What food compound can be respectfully used to boost your motivation.
What the easiest and most overlooked tactic for exercising is.
How to set workout appointments that you won't break.
How exercise gear can help to change your state.
How to shift your perception of exercise from "working out" to "stress relief".
What events you can put on your calendar to make skipping exercise nearly impossible.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

* I need motivation to exercise - Here's 11 tips for non-stop exercise motivation

* The Fat Loss Code - Complete Body Transformation Program

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TMHS 016: 9 Tips For Eating Healthy on a budget - And What Does "Healthy" Mean Anyway? Sep 05, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show I'm sharing specific tips and strategies to eat healthy without breaking the bank. Shopping for healthier alternatives is becoming a huge priority for families today. In this episode you're going to learn 9 specific tips to help you shop for and prepare healthy meals while maintaining a smart food budget.

Now, what does eating healthy actually mean? And why does eating healthy seem to be more expensive? We're covering the answers to these important questions too, so this is a perfect episode to share with people that are just getting started with a healthier lifestyle.

Eating healthy is the #1 health insurance for your family. By utilizing these specific tips today, you'll be able to provide your family with the best food possible, protect them from preventable diseases, and shape their health and habits for a lifetime.

In this episode you'll discover:

What organic really means, and if it's even important.
The other healthy "categories" of foods other than organic.
How pesticides and insecticides impact your body.
How "government food standards" can be misleading.
The truth about conventionally raised animal foods.
Whether margarine is better than butter.
What happens to your food if it's not grown locally.
How scheduling impacts your food costs.
Important tips for buying in bulk.
What you need to know about buying frozen foods.
The truth about vegetable & fruit washes to remove pesticides.
Why your investment in your food is so important.
The hidden benefits of Farmer's Markets.
How to find and use more coupons.
What "filler foods" are ideal if you have a big family.
What's better: Brown rice or white rice?
How to make your foods keep you fuller, longer.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

* Avoid these 8 foods at all cost - Model Health Show

* Little evidence of health benefits form organic foods, study finds

* Green superfood blend - Perfect 3

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TMHS 015: Dangers & Benefits Of Coffee, 24-hour Gyms, Exercises For Back Pain, And The Master Cleanse Mistake Aug 28, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show we're addressing some of the frequently asked health & fitness questions I receive. One of the most valuable and fun things we're discussing today is a controversial beverage that many health experts love to hate. It carries many names like Liquid Lightening, Cup of Joe, Jet Fuel, Go Juice and many more. But you may simply know it as coffee.

Is coffee good for you? Does it have any real benefits beside making you feel like you have superpowers? Well, the reality is there are some significant pros and cons that need to be considered when drinking coffee. In this episode we're sharing exactly how to make your coffee experience radically more beneficial (without you spontaneously combusting).

We're also talking tips on using 24-hour gyms, specific exercises to eliminate back pain, and the incredibly popular "Master Cleanse". This show is packed full of valuable information to help upgrade your life and body, so let's get ready to dive right in!

In this episode you'll discover:

Why looking at the the pros AND cons of any food or supplement is important.
What psychotropics are and why they're actually in certain foods.
What the psychoactive effects of coffee are.
How coffee addiction and withdrawal can take place.
How caffeine can disrupt your sleep.
The real impact that coffee has on your lifespan (good news for coffee drinkers!)
The clinically proven effects coffee has on type 2 diabetes.
Why most coffee drinkers don't actually like coffee.
The benefits caffeine has on exercise and fat loss.
What amazing things you can add to your coffee to "upgrade" the benefits.
Why 24-hour gyms can wreck your health.
How to truly get the maximum benefit from your workout (hint: it starts with "s" and ends with "leep").
Some simple strategies to get your workout time in.
How words create physiological experiences in your body.
What specific exercises can help eliminate back pain.
Why getting an assessment from a functional health practitioner is important for back pain.
How having an alternative to the Master Cleanse can be truly valuable in or world today.
Why you need to cleanse/detox based on your metabolic type.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

* Superfood Guacamole - Recipe

* 21 Ways To Cure Your Sleep Problems (Part 1) - Model Health Podcast

* Treating Back Pain, Degenerative Disc Disease, And "Incurable" Diseases - Model Health Podcast

* Quadratus Lumborum (QL) - Myofascial Release

* SPRI EVA Foam roller

* The Fat Loss Code - #1 Body Transformation Program

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TMHS 014: Avoid These 8 Foods At All Costs! Aug 21, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show we're sharing the insider information on many "health foods" that are heavily linked to chronic diseases. The new health food revolution is littered with a lot of heavy marketing to influence you to make a buying decision. Eating healthy is great, but many of the new foods that are marketed as healthy are actually shortening our life span.

In this episode we're going to cover 8 specific foods that you need to avoid at all cost. Many of these foods are clinically proven to cause cancer, diabetes, heart disease, brain damage, autoimmune diseases and more. The alarming thing is that millions of people are eating these foods everyday, and they have no idea of what damage they're doing.

All of these foods are actually "new" foods in the human diet. But because of marketing, lobbying, and strategic implementation in our culture, most people believe that these "health foods" are normal. Nothing could be further from the truth, and today you're going to find out exactly what foods you need to avoid to become the healthiest, fittest version of yourself.

In this episode you'll discover:

What food contains the highest amount of plant estrogens and why it's so dangerous.
The popular high protein food that actually blocks your ability to absorb protein.
Where so-called "vegetable oils" actually come from.
Why vegetable oils are one of the most inflammatory foods you can consume.
How cooking vegetable oils can damage your system and lead to numerous diseases.
What's added to processed meats to keep them looking fresh (long after they've gone bad).
Why eating processed meats contributes to different forms of cancer.
What you can use as an alternative to eating conventional processed meats.
The preservative added to conventional peanut butter that makes it a spreadable plastic.
Why peanut butter may be a significant gut irritant for many people.
What amazing alternatives you can use instead of conventional peanut butter.
The compound found in conventional whole wheat bread that causes autoimmune diseases.
How whole wheat bread can block your ability to absorb nutrients.
Why bread is proven to lead to long-term weight gain.
The critical factor you need to consider when choosing beef (what to look for/what to avoid).
How conventional, store-bought beef can lead to chronic inflammation and disease.
The harmful effects that pasteurization and homogenization has on milk.
What milk alternative you might want to stay away from (bonus food to avoid).
Why processed foods are so addictive.
The truth about artificial sweeteners and their deadly effects.
What artificial sweetener is linked to brain damage, cancer, ADHD, seizures and more.
Why diet sodas actually lead to long-term weight gain.
What natural sweeteners provide some significant health benefits.
The "trendy" natural sweetener that's more dangerous than high fructose corn syrup.

Items mentioned in this podcast include:

* What Are The Dangers Of Soy? - The Model Health Show

* Aspartame: A Sweetener To Die For

* Natural Treatment For Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, and High Blood Pressure - The Model Health Show

* White flour contains diabetes-causing contaminant alloxan

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TMHS 013: Natural Treatment For Type 2 Diabetes Aug 15, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show we tackle the current epidemic of type 2 diabetes. In the United States 1 out of every 3 people has diabetes, pre-diabetes, or significant levels of insulin resistance.

On today's show we're going to take a look at what causes diabetes, how to prevent diabetes in the first place, and natural diabetes treatments to reverse the condition if you already have it.

This is an extremely important show because the levels of diabetes are still on the rise, and younger generations are getting hit the hardest. Childhood diabetes and childhood obesity rates have skyrocketed over the past few years. It's time for all of us to step up and get educated to protect our families from a condition that's proven to be nearly 100% preventable.

In this episode you'll discover:

What insulin really is and what role it plays in diabetes.
What causes type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance.
What simple practices will help you AVOID diabetes.
How exercise can be used as medicine to prevent and reverse diabetes.
What exercise can literally cut your risk of diabetes in half.
How long your exercise session needs to be to get the results you want.
Why strength training can bulletproof your body against diabetes.
What intensity level of exercise will yield the biggest benefits.
The study that PROVES dehydration is a huge component of insulin resistance.
How much water you need to consume to cut your diabetes risk.
The dangerous substance in municipal tap water that contributes to diabetes.
Where to find the ideal source of water to improve insulin sensitivity.
Why the nutrition advice taught in universities actually contributes to diabetes.
The "health food" spikes your blood sugar more than pure table sugar.
How high glycemic diets cause dangerous cholesterol levels.
What drink found in school lunches could be causing type 1 diabetes.
The impact that sleep has on your insulin sensitivity.
What affect sleep deprivation has on your brain function and cravings.
The 4 critical steps to reversing type 2 diabetes.
What U.G.L.I. foods are and why you need to avoid them.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

* Perfect-Supplements.com

* What's REALLY the best drinking water

* Tapped - Documentary

* Help me Sleep! 21 Ways To Cure Your Sleep Problems (Part 1) - Podcast

* One-on-one Coaching with Shawn Stevenson

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TMHS 012: Treating Back Pain, Degenerative Disc Disease, And "Incurable" Diseases Aug 07, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show we go in-depth on one of the leading causes for missed work days and doctor visits in our society: Chronic back pain.

This topic is really significant for me because chronic back pain totally destroyed my life at one point. Not having any idea of what went wrong or what to do about it, I sought out the help of medical professionals that were supposed to have the skills to help me.

With the medical practitioners focus on treating symptoms, rather than root causes, my situation went from bad, to worse, to extremely worse.

Today I'm going to share with you exactly what happened. I'm going to share with you how I went from being broken down with "the spine of an 80-year old" to completely reversing my symptoms, regenerating my spinal tissues, and dedicating my life to help others.

If you're ever diagnosed with an "incurable" illness, please understand that this diagnosis does not have the final say about you.

Often times the word "incurable" gets tossed around because the practitioner doesn't know how to fix it personally. There's also this other term called "spontaneous remission" that gets tossed around when they can't explain how you got better. Today I'm going to share with you how to get better.

In this episode you'll discover:

Why conventional medical treatment for disease is yielding such poor results.
My story and the debilitating disease that threatened my livelihood.
What important questions you need to ask when faced with an injury or illness.
One of the most negative qualities about fast food that most people don't know about.
How to strengthen your ability to make the right decisions (with your health and life).
Why the "raw materials" of your spine are so important.
What your body will do if it's ever deficient in calcium (this is crazy!)
What the spinal disc are made of (it changes as you age).
Why hydration is critical to the health of your spine.
What common foods and practices will leach calcium from your spine.
Why you want to AVOID calcium supplements.
How back pain can originate from several different places.
What lower cross syndrome is and how to fix it.
The impact that sitting for long periods has on your hip flexors (and back pain).
What the #1 exercise for your abdominal muscles is (and how to do it RIGHT).
Why lower back pain may not actual be caused by your back.
What simple tools you can use to relax muscles, recover from injury, and self-adjust your spine.
Why the treadmill is not ideal if you have back problems.
The most important exercise for building a strong back.
What mental/emotional issues to address when dealing with back problems.
What foods to eat if you have back problems (spine healthy foods).
The 5 essential tips to eliminate back pain.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

*Activation Products - Magnesium Infusion

*Top 3 Health Tips from Model Health Show - RawBrahs

*Lower cross syndrome

*SI joint self adjustment

*SPRI EVA Foam Roller (the one I use)

*7 Benefits of MSM - The Miracle Supplement

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TMHS 011: Sean Croxton - The Dark Side Of Fat Loss Jul 23, 2013

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In this episode of The Model Health Show we're happy to welcome Sean Croxton from Underground Wellness.com.

Sean is a huge force in the world of REAL health, fitness, and nutrition. His Underground Wellness Radio Show is wildly popular, and has been a powerful platform for transforming the entire health & wellness industry.

Sean is on today to talk with us about everything from digestive health, to fat loss, to radically improving sexual health. He just finished up the brand new SexyBack Summit where he interviewed many of the top experts in the country on all things related to hormones, relationships, and sex (so he's got some incredible insights to share!)

Sean is also going to share many of the tips and insights from his book, The Dark Side of Fat Loss, plus several other valuable tips to have you looking and feeling better than ever.

In this episode you’ll discover:

Why college educated health practitioners often don't have the right tools to help people.
Why learning from teachers with real world experience is critical to success.
Why understanding the connections of the various "systems" in your body is so important.
What factors you need to look at BEFORE worrying about calories.
The role your digestion plays in your hormone function and your health.
What the common denominator of ALL successful health programs actually is.
Why avoiding grains might be an important step in reversing disease (and losing weight).
The compound in grains that impact your brain and make you addicted.
Why poor liver function can lead to major thyroid problems.
Why digestive problems can cause autoimmune issues.
What proper pooping is and why it's important.
How parasites and low level bacteria affect your digestion.
What impact your colon health has on the rest of your organs.
How women can "cross train" their menstrual cycle to improve body composition, sex, and more.
How "emotional holding patterns" can negatively impact our health.
What resource you can use to radically improve your sex life.
Why taking a complete break from work life is so important.

Items mentioned in this episode include:

*The Dark Side of Fat Loss

*The SexyBack Summit

*Underground Wellness

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