The Model Health Show

Shawn Stevenson
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The Model Health Show

The Model Health Show is a fun, entertaining, and enlightening look at health and fitness. No subject is off limits here! World-renown author and nutritionist Shawn Stevenson breaks down complex health issues and makes them easy to understand and overcome. Whether it's weight loss, chronic fatigue, heart disease, diet, exercise, sex, hormones, sleep problems, or countless other health topics, the insights you get here will help you transform your health and live your best life ever.

  1. 12 HR AGO

    3 ESSENTIAL Keys to Heal Your Body & Transform Your Fitness

    Transforming your health might seem like a daunting challenge. But if you can take that important objective and break it down into tangible, empowering steps then you can make a lot of progress. And on today’s show, you’re going to hear exact strategies you can use to sustainably transform your health. On this episode of The Model Health Show, I’m bringing you along to the Biohacking Conference, where I delivered a keynote speech on healing, recovery, and optimizing your overall health. You’re going to hear my personal story of overcoming an incurable condition, the proven action steps that I’ve watched transform lives, and specific exercise, nutrition, and mindset inputs that can uplevel your health and wellness. Whether you’re looking to reverse or reduce the symptoms of a chronic illness, change your body composition, or simply feel better every day, I believe this action plan can help you get there. I hope this episode brings you a ton of value and reminds you of your incredible power to cultivate change. Enjoy!     In this episode you’ll discover:  My personal story of healing from an incurable condition.   How the nocebo effect took my power away.   My three-step action plan to transform my health.   The importance of asking empowering questions.   The connection between quality sleep and healing your body.   What it means to become more physically literate.   The critical connection between anabolic hormones and strength training.   Which form of exercise gives you the most bang for your buck.   What fibroblast growth factor 21 is.   The link between longevity and play.   How to incorporate mobility training into your day.   The #1 exercise that your genes expect you to do.   What happens in your brain when you skimp on sleep.   Nutrients your body needs for high-quality sleep.   How diversifying your thinking can expand your life.   Why you need to 5x your vision.    Items mentioned in this episode include:  Beekeepersnaturals.com/model - Save 30% on natural remedies for a limited time!   Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs!    Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Beekeepers Naturals and Foursigmatic. Reinvent your medicine cabinet for with clean, effective products powered by the beehive & backed by science. Get 30% off for a limited time during the Black Friday sale at beekeepersnaturals.com/model. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life.

    1h 5m

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    The Top Food and Family Tips to Transform Your Health TODAY!

    There are many variables in our environment that make it easy to be unhealthy. From the prevalence of fast food and alcohol to the normalization of a sedentary lifestyle, being healthy requires us to be intentional. On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn what it takes to create a culture of health within your household. On today’s show, you’re going to hear my interview on The Dhru Purohit Show, where I shared tips for inspiring your family to make healthier choices, the power of a shared family meal, and how your culture influences your daily habits and behaviors. You’re going to learn about how to shape your family’s microculture, and real nutrition tips for families. This interview also dives into how ultra-processed foods impact your health, the glaring problems in the US healthcare system, and how we can create behaviors that lead to real, lasting health. It’s time for us to normalize wellness – and I hope this episode arms you with the information you need to transform your health. Enjoy!     In this episode you’ll discover:  The #1 reason why people claim they can’t reach their health and fitness goals.  Why you need to tap into your children’s psychology to motivate them.   The benefits of exercising with your family.   What science says about eating a protein-rich breakfast.   How eating ultra-processed foods can make you eat more calories.   What percentage of the average American’s diet is ultra-processed foods.  The scary truth about glyphosate.   Why real food is the common denominator of all effective diet changes.   The role the family unit and strong bonds have on human health.  Why culture is a powerful controller of your behaviors and habits.   The powerful impact of eating meals with your family.  A few tips for upgrading your kids’ favorite snacks and meals.   The truth about side effects.   What culture is and how it influences us.  The difference between macroculture and microculture.  How eating sweet potatoes impacts your serotonin production.   What post-ingestive feedback is.   The importance of omega 3 fatty acids for brain health.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  PaleoValley.com/model - Use code MODEL for 15% off!   DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack with any order!  Eat Smarter Family Cookbook - Transform the health, fitness, and connection of your entire family with the Eat Smarter Family Cookbook!  Sleep Smarter - Upgrade your sleep habits with my national bestselling book!   The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell - Learn about how change happens!  Dhru Purohit on Instagram - Let Dhru know you liked this interview!     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Paleovalley and LMNT.   Use my code MODEL at PaleoValley.com/model to save 15% sitewide on nutrient dense snacks, superfood supplements, and more.    Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase.

    1h 36m

  3. 20 NOV

    This Exercise Secret Will Revolutionize Your Health, Fitness, & Longevity - With Nsima Inyang

    The best way to train your body is to find a form of exercise that you enjoy. And luckily, there are a multitude of ways to move your body, gain strength, and practice mobility. Rope Flow is a new full-body workout modality that is becoming increasingly popular for its ability to build physical and mental fitness, promote coordination, and so much more. Today, Nsima Inyang is back on The Model Health Show to share his expertise in the mobility exercise, Rope Flow. Nsima is a fitness coach and athlete with extensive experience in natural bodybuilding, elite-level powerlifting, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He is also the co-host of Mark Bell’s Power Project and an online educator on all things fitness. In this interview, you’re going to learn exactly what Rope Flow is, why it is gaining in popularity, and its benefits for your health—including how it can improve everything from your posture to your mindset. We’re also going to discuss realistic ways to make fitness part of your daily life, and how focusing on feeling good can change your entire approach to fitness. Enjoy!   In this episode you’ll discover:  What Rope Flow is.   The truth about spinal engine theory.   Why rotational patterns are so powerful for our body.   How weightlifting compresses the spine.   The power of exercise snacks.   How to set your environment up to serve your goals.  What we can learn from childlike movement.   How rope flow can teach you to balance movement on both sides of your body.  Why movement practices can improve your mindset.   The importance of tapping into flow state.   What the role of breath is in Rope Flow.   The truth about improving bone density and muscle mass as you age.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack with any order!  Onnit.com/model - Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools!  Skool.com/thestrongerhuman - Learn the foundations of rope flow!   Connect with Nsima Inyang Website / Podcast / Instagram / YouTube  Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by LMNT and Onnit.   Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase!   Visit Onnit.com/model for an exclusive 10% discount on human performance supplements and fitness equipment.

    1h 6m

  4. 18 NOV

    Stop Draining Your Energy & Reclaim Your Time - With Israa Nasir

    Our busy schedules and never-ending to-do lists keep us on a pursuit to do more and be better. But this constant pressure wears us down mentally and can lead to a whole host of physical symptoms. Today, you’re going to learn how to redefine productivity so you can improve your well-being. On this episode of The Model Health Show, psychotherapist and writer Israa Nasir is here to share principles from her new book, Toxic Productivity. You’re going to learn about how to reimagine what it means to be productive and how to live a more meaningful life. This interview contains conversations on what leads to perfectionism and how to transform the way you think about success and your worth. You’re going to learn strategies you can use to change your thinking, stop shaming yourself, and find new meaning from healthier habits. Israa Nasir has a wealth of knowledge in this area; I know you’re going to love her insights on redefining productivity!   In this episode you’ll discover:  How we use productivity habits as a way to self soothe.   Why productivity matters outside of the workplace.   The difference between productivity and toxic productivity.   How productivity makes our relationships transactional.  The power of intentional rest.   Why the United States has a flawed view of vacation.   How parenting norms can lead to perfectionism.   What the difference between self-worth and self-esteem is.   The problem with connecting your value to your achievements.   A strategy you can use to stop shaming yourself.   The three types of perfectionism.   Why we glorify perfectionism.   How to silence your inner critic.   The importance of redefining productivity for a healthier life.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Themodelhealthshow.com/ourplace - Get up to 40% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware during the Black Friday sale!  Organifi.com/Model - Use the coupon code  MODEL for 20% off + free shipping!  Toxic Productivity by Israa Nasir - Grab a copy of Israa’s new book!   Connect with Israa Nasir Website / Instagram     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Our Place and Organifi. Shop Our Place’s Black Friday sale at themodelhealthshow.com/ourplace for up to 40% off toxin-free, ceramic coated cookware. Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model.

    1h 9m

  5. 13 NOV

    Pharma Rep Turned Whistleblower Reveals the Shocking Truth About U.S. Healthcare - Brigham Buhler

    The United States spends almost twice as much on healthcare compared to other developed nations. And in spite of all of the technologies, specialists, and medications we have available, The United States ranks dead last in terms of health outcomes. It’s clear that something isn’t working. The problem is, we don’t have a healthcare system; we have a sickcare system that profits off of the farming of sick people. The pharmaceutical companies and the insurance companies only exist to make money. The United States healthcare system doesn’t have an interest in helping our citizens find the root cause of their ailments. On this episode of The Model Health Show, our guest is Brigham Buhler, the founder and CEO of Ways2Well. He’s here to share insider secrets from his previous career as a pharmaceutical representative. You’re going to learn interesting facts about how insurance companies profit, the truth about Big Pharma, and how the American people can take control of their health.    In this episode you’ll discover:  The amount of money the United States spends on healthcare.  How corporate America got its grips on our healthcare system.   Why the competitive field of medical sales leads to worse patient care.  How health education quickly becomes obsolete.   The first drug Big Pharma taught doctors to prescribe to a wide audience.  How many American people die every year from chronic illnesses.   The sad truth about how the opioid crisis and the valium crisis were created.   How the incentive system hurts people.   What a cytochrome P450 test is & how it could be used to change prescription practices.  The dirty secret the insurance companies use to exacerbate illnesses.   How insurance companies make money on your prescriptions.   What a pharmacy benefit manager is.   Why insulin prices have reached an all-time high.   The shocking truth about the gag clause at your pharmacy.  How insurance companies impact the way doctors provide care.   The #1 reason for bankruptcy in America.   Why metabolic health is an important lever we can pull.  What Ways2Well does.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs!  Onnit.com/model - Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools!  Comprehensive Bloodwork Panel  - Get 10% off Ways2Well your bloodwork panel!  Connect with Brigham Buhler Website / Instagram     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Foursigmatic and Onnit. Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life. Visit Onnit.com/model for an exclusive 10% discount on human performance supplements and fitness equipment.

    1h 19m

  6. 11 NOV

    Nutrition Secrets From the #1 Place on Earth for Longevity - With Simon Cheng

    The wellness space is constantly evolving with new supplements, data-driven devices, and strategies to improve your health and extend your longevity. While these advances are exciting, it’s interesting to see that time-tested traditions and wellness practices are often equally, if not more effective at transforming people’s health. On today’s show, you’re going to learn about practices from traditional Chinese medicine that can be used for healing, disease prevention, and overall well-being. Our guest today is the founder & CEO of Pique Life, Simon Cheng. Simon is well-versed in both Eastern and Western health. He’s joining us on this episode of The Model Health Show to share his inspirational story of reclaiming his health, which ultimately led him to start his company. In this interview, you’re going to learn about longevity secrets from ancient wisdom, the science of acupuncture and qi gong, and other effective healing modalities. We’re also going to discuss the science of tea, including matcha, rooibos, and puer-h. Simon has a wealth of knowledge on the health benefits of tea. So listen in and enjoy the show!     In this episode you’ll discover:  Which country has the highest life expectancy.   The importance of eating seasonally.   How community and socialization impact longevity rates.   The amount of tea to drink daily to reap the most health benefits.   Simon’s personal story of losing and regaining his health.  What the meridians of the body are in traditional Chinese medicine.   How acupuncture works.   What qi gong meditation is.   How the company Pique was brought to life.   What tea crystals are and how they work.  How the sensory components of tea can reveal their efficacy.   The benefits of l-theanine in matcha.    Interesting facts about Nandaka.   What the health benefits of rooibos are.   The meaning behind the name Pique.   Why it can be difficult to get people to focus on their health.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Organifi.com/Model - Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping!  Piquelife.com/model - Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions!   Connect with Pique Email / Website / X / Instagram     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Organifi and Pique.     Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model.    Go to Piquelife.com/model for exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions on cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation.

    1h 15m

  7. 6 NOV

    Unlock Better Sleep: The Surprising Role of Gut Health & Toxins in Insomnia | Dr. Pedram Shojai

    Dealing with suboptimal sleep can have damaging effects on your daily life, hormones, cognitive function, and so much more. In our culture, we often resort to things like sleeping pills or melatonin supplements just to get some rest. But taking the time to uncover the true root cause of insomnia or other sleep related problems can lead to not only a permanent resolution of the problem, but also a host of positive downstream effects. On this episode of The Model Health Show, I’m sitting down with New York Times bestselling author, producer, former monk, and physician Dr. Pedram Shojai. Dr. Shojai is sharing the fascinating connection between endotoxemia and sleep, why safety is a critical signal for healing, and so much more. We’re going to discuss how our modern world contributes to so much dysfunction, what it takes to facilitate healing, and how to create a safe home. Dr. Shojai has a ton of knowledge in the realm of functional medicine, gut health, and mindfulness; I know you’re going to love the insights he shared in our conversation. Enjoy!    In this episode you’ll discover:  The percentage of the population is struggling with insomnia and sleep disorders.  What endotoxemia is, and its connection to sleep issues.   Why the body must feel safe in order to heal.   The role the microbiome plays in immune system dysfunction.   How the gut lining can become compromised over time with small damages.   What the internal and external triggers of safety can be.   Why many people have more freedom with their diet and habits on vacation.   The importance of building a safe sleep space.   A powerful question you can ask to transform your health.   How our devices have disconnected us from our bodies.   The role clock genes play in regulating sleep.   Why the liver plays an important role in detoxifying the body and brain.   The truth about blue light.   What the cancer of the home is.  Chemicals to avoid in your mattress and bedding.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Piquelife.com/model - Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions!   Organifi.com/Model - Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping!  The Urban Monk by Dr. Pedram Shojai - Learn strategies to find happiness and peace!  The Art of Stopping Time by Dr. Pedram Shojai - Learn mindfulness exercises!  Connect with Dr. Pedram Shojai Website / Podcast / Facebook / Instagram     Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Pique and Organifi. Go to Piquelife.com/model for exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions on cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation.. Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model.

    53 min

  8. 4 NOV

    Your MIND is the Key to Healing Your BODY - With Dr. Joe Dispenza & Dr. Bruce Lipton

    The human body has an amazing capacity to heal. Whether you’re dealing with an injury or an illness, there’s no denying the mind’s critical role in facilitating healing. But for most folks, understanding the powerful connection between the mind and the body takes practice – and that’s what you’re going to learn today. On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn from two incredible thought leaders—Dr. Joe Dispenza and Dr. Bruce Lipton. Dr. Joe Dispenza is an author and researcher of spontaneous remission, and Dr. Bruce Lipton is a cell biologist who studies epigenetics. You’re going to hear from these experts on how to heal your body by transforming your mind. You’re going to hear the fascinating science of how your beliefs create your reality, how your mind can impact your immune function, and how to break out of negative, hardwired patterns so you can live a happier, healthier life. This episode is full of powerful insights that, if put to use, can change your future. Enjoy!     In this episode you’ll discover:  Why healing is an inside job.   How your thoughts create your biology.   Why the brain is prone to getting stuck in unproductive loops.  The reason why change is so uncomfortable.   How to hardwire your brain to become a map to the future.   The connection between change and cognitive dissonance.   The importance of unlearning thoughts and behaviors.   Why making a decision is so powerful.   How long it takes to change your gene expression.  What meditation really is.   Why the feeling of gratitude can change your life.  The connection between stress and disease.   How the stress response impacts your immune system.   Three fundamental things that shift when your body is under stress.   Why your mind is the creator of your experiences.  How taking care of your health makes you powerful.     Items mentioned in this episode include:  Beekeepersnaturals.com/model - Save 20% on raw honey & other natural remedies!  PaleoValley.com/model - Use code MODEL for 15% off!   How Your Thoughts Control Your Biology with Dr. Joe Dispenza - Listen to episode 383!  What Is Stress & Fear Doing to Our Immune Systems? with Dr. Bruce Lipton - Listen to episode 445!    Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:   Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Soundcloud  Pandora  YouTube     This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Beekeepers Naturals and Paleovalley. Reinvent your medicine cabinet for with clean, effective products powered by the beehive & backed by science. Claim your 20% discount at beekeepersnaturals.com/model. Use my code MODEL at PaleoValley.com/model to save 15% sitewide on nutrient dense snacks, superfood supplements, and more.

    1h 23m
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The Model Health Show is a fun, entertaining, and enlightening look at health and fitness. No subject is off limits here! World-renown author and nutritionist Shawn Stevenson breaks down complex health issues and makes them easy to understand and overcome. Whether it's weight loss, chronic fatigue, heart disease, diet, exercise, sex, hormones, sleep problems, or countless other health topics, the insights you get here will help you transform your health and live your best life ever.

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  • Creator
    Shawn Stevenson
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2024
  • Episodes
    847
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shawn Stevenson
  • Show Website
    The Model Health Show

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