The Ben Azadi Show

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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.

  1. 6 HR AGO

    The Liver-Fat Connection: 3 Breakfast Foods That Clear Fatty Liver, Unlock Stubborn Belly Fat, and Restart Your Metabolism With Ben Azadi | #1298

    👉CLICK to Get the Only Olive Oil I Trust (Buy 2, Get 1 FREE) → https://freshpressolive.com/4u2WTc7  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Over one in three adults have fatty liver — and most don't know it. Once the liver gets backed up, fat loss stalls no matter how hard you try. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down three breakfast foods that work together to clear liver fat, stabilize fat-burning signals, and unlock stubborn belly fat — plus the one multiplier most people skip that makes all the difference. Food #1 — Eggs with the Yolk The real power is choline, the nutrient that packages fat inside the liver and ships it out for fuel. Research from Dr. Buckman found that choline intake completely resolved fatty liver in patients confirmed by CT scan. Higher choline intake is also linked to a 30% lower risk of fatty liver. Always eat the yolk — that's where the choline lives. Food #2 — Full-Fat Greek Yogurt with Berries Your gut is the control panel that tells your liver to store or burn. A 2019 study of 100 women with fatty liver found that daily yogurt consumption reduced liver fat by 3.44%, dropped fasting insulin, reduced leaky gut markers, and improved the gut microbiome. Berries improve insulin sensitivity so less fat gets pushed into storage. Food #3 — Avocado Rich in oleic acid, phytosterols, and B vitamins, avocado improves insulin sensitivity, calms cortisol, and lowers inflammation — creating an internal environment where stored fat, especially stubborn belly fat, finally gets unlocked. The Multiplier — Extra Virgin Olive Oil Drizzle it on everything. A 2018 study confirmed that extra virgin olive oil significantly reduced liver enzymes ALT and AST in fatty liver patients. The key: quality matters. Real olive oil should taste peppery, burn your throat slightly, and have a fuzzy mouthfeel — that's the polyphenols at work. If it goes down smooth, it's likely oxidized or diluted. Ben personally uses and recommends the Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club — first harvest pressed, high in polyphenols, shipped straight from small farms. His community gets a buy-two-get-one-free deal. Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    17 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    The $2 Fat-Burning Protocol: How 24 Hours of Sardine Fasting Drops Insulin, Triggers Ketones, and Finally Unlocks Stubborn Belly Fat With Ben Azadi | #1297

    The 14-Day Metabolic Reset 👇It's designed for you if you want to: Finally start losing stubborn belly fat Get your energy back without midday crashes Stop constant cravings and feel in control again Most people notice less bloating, more stable energy, and better sleep within the first few days. Only $17 with a 30-day money-back guarantee — no hassle. 👉 Get it here:  https://bit.ly/4tgoK96  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) What if a $2 food could flip your body into fat-burning mode in under 24 hours — no starvation required? In this episode, Ben breaks down the science of the sardine fast, explaining why most people stay stuck in fat storage mode no matter how hard they try, and how one simple 24-hour protocol can change that. Ben walks through a randomized controlled trial out of Barcelona where participants added just two servings of sardines per week — no caloric restriction, no extreme exercise — and after 12 months, the percentage of people in the highest diabetes risk category dropped from 37% to 7.7%. Insulin sensitivity improved, triglycerides dropped, and good cholesterol rose. Calories stayed the same. The difference was the signal, not the sacrifice. From there, Ben maps out exactly what happens inside your body during a 24-hour sardine fast — how insulin begins to drop in the first six hours, how glycogen stores deplete through hours 12 to 24, and how your metabolism switches from burning sugar to producing ketones. He explains why sardines specifically accelerate this shift, thanks to their omega-3s, taurine, vitamin D, and B12 — nutrients that reduce inflammation at the cellular level. Ben also addresses the most common questions: Is this really fasting? Why does it feel easier than a water fast? What do you do if you can't stomach sardines? And how often should you actually do it? Key Takeaways: Consume 2–5 cans of wild-caught sardines (in water or olive oil, BPA-free can) over 24 hours Pair with water and high-quality electrolytes to prevent headaches and energy dips Eat when genuinely hungry — food restriction adds stress, and stress stalls fat loss Do this at least once a week; twice a week if significantly overweight To make sardines palatable: olive oil, lemon, and salt on a plate — or mash with avocado and mustard Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    15 min

  3. 3 DAYS AGO

    The Ancient Oil That Works Like Ibuprofen: How Extra Virgin Olive Oil Lowers Inflammation, Repairs Your Metabolism, and Burns Stubborn Fat in 30 Days | With Ben Azadi | #1295

    🔥CLICK to Get the Only Olive Oil I Trust (Buy 2, Get 1 FREE) → https://freshpressolive.com/4esWpY6  FREE GUIDE: The World’s Easiest Breakfast Diet To Melt Fat - https://bit.ly/4tioru9  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Most people know something is off — low energy, brain fog, stubborn belly fat, poor sleep — but can't figure out why. The answer may not be what you're eating, but how you're eating, and what you're missing. One of the most powerful tools for metabolic health isn't new. It's been used for thousands of years, and Ben believes it's God's liquid medicine: high-quality extra virgin olive oil. The compound oleocanthal found in real EVOO affects the same inflammation pathway as ibuprofen — this isn't marketing, it's biology. But there's a catch: most olive oil at the grocery store is processed, diluted, or cut with seed oils — and it won't do anything for you. Real EVOO should burn your throat and feel peppery. That's the polyphenols working. The bigger issue Ben unpacks is how we eat. Eating while distracted — scrolling, multitasking, eating in the car — activates your stress response and shuts down digestion, fat burning, and healing. Your body can't receive food, it's technically consuming. The practice Ben recommends is simple: Drizzle. Pause. Be Grateful. This ritual shifts your body out of fight-or-flight, activates your parasympathetic nervous system, lowers cortisol, and puts your metabolism in a state where it can actually heal and burn fat. Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    18 min

  4. 4 DAYS AGO

    The 3 Stages of Belly Fat That Lead to Insulin Resistance, Prediabetes, and Metabolic Disease, And How to Reverse Each One With Ben Azadi | #1296

    🔥FREE GUIDE: How To Lose 1 Pound Of Fat Per Day HERE - https://bit.ly/4j45Yxa 📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) If Your Belly Looks Like THIS, It's Insulin Resistance The shape of your belly isn't just a cosmetic issue — it's a metabolic warning sign. Ben breaks down the three stages of belly fat and what you can do at each stage to reclaim your metabolic freedom. The 3 Stages of Belly Fat: Stage 1 — The Lower Pooch A soft pocket below the belly button signals rising insulin. Fix: ditch the snacking. Eat 2–3 meals a day, no food in between, and work toward a 16-hour fasting window. Stage 2 — The Stress Belly Fat spreads across the whole midsection as cortisol takes over. Fix: walk 6,000–10,000 steps daily, get to bed by 10 PM, keep your room at 65–68°F, and try banana tea for deeper sleep. Stage 3 — The Hard Belly Firm, dome-shaped fat surrounding your organs — this is visceral fat, and it's serious. Fix: cut all sugar and refined carbs, keep carbs under 100g/day, and stop eating 3–5 hours before bed. Your 3-Step Reset: Reduce insulin spikes — no snacking, no refined carbs, 2–3 meals a day Build a fasting window — aim for 12 to 16+ hours daily Lower stress — fix sleep, walk daily, and don't forget Vitamin G (gratitude) Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    16 min

  5. 16 APR

    The Real Reason Your Belly Fat Won't Budge (It's Not What You're Eating for Breakfast) With Ben Azadi | #1294

    🔥GET 20% Off Equip Protein Powder (Code AZADI) HERE - https://bit.ly/4tHFyVN  🔥CLICK For Your Complete 14 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE - https://bit.ly/4tgoK96  The reason most people can't shake belly fat has nothing to do with willpower — it's a nighttime habit that's been programmed in for years. Ben shares a simple 3-ingredient cookie recipe that replaces the after-dinner sweet craving without spiking insulin or triggering more eating. The recipe: Ripe bananas + protein powder + tahini, baked at 350°F for 15–18 minutes. Optional: dark chocolate chips. Refrigerate the mix for 45–60 minutes before baking — don't skip this step. Why it works: ~10g of protein per cookie slows digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, and shuts down the second craving wave. This isn't about fewer calories — it's about better hormones. 📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    11 min

  6. 14 APR

    Your Body Isn't Broken — It's Stuck: How To Flush Out Sugar, Escape the Fat Storage Trap, and Finally Lose Belly Fat Overnight With Ben Azadi | #1293

    🔥Kickstart Your 30-Day Metabolic Reset (20% Off Code FREEDOM)→ https://bit.ly/4cvZg02  FREE GUIDE: 5 Vegetables You Must Avoid To Lose Weight & Belly Fat HERE -https://bit.ly/4qXVtON 📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) If you're eating clean, cutting carbs, and still not losing belly fat — your body may be stuck in a "sugar lock state." In this episode, Ben breaks down why your metabolism stops clearing sugar efficiently and shares a simple 3-step protocol to start flushing it out, beginning tonight. In This Episode: Why belly fat keeps storing even when you're doing everything right The sugar lock state — and the drainage system analogy that explains it all Why it's not about cutting carbs, it's about controlling your body's response to them How to eat your meals in the right order to dramatically reduce insulin spikes Why slashing calories backfires — and what to focus on instead The morning protocol using electrolytes + creatine to shift your body into fat-burning mode How berberine works like a natural version of metformin to blunt blood sugar spikes by up to 44% Why normal blood sugar doesn't mean your insulin is fine The surprising vegetables that may be slowing your fat loss Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    19 min

  7. 12 APR

    The Protein Gap - Why Everything You Think You Know About Building Muscle After 45 Is Wrong — And the One Daily Habit That Finally Fixes It With Ben Azadi | #1292

    🔥GET 20% Off Equip Protein Powder (Code AZADI) HERE - https://bit.ly/4ehuXfK 🔥CLICK For Your Complete 14 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE -https://bit.ly/4tgoK96  📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Most people over 45 are quietly losing muscle every day — not because they're lazy, but because they're caught in the "protein gap." Your body isn't underfed on purpose. It just never gets the signal it needs to rebuild. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down why that happens and what one simple daily habit can do to change it. In this episode: What the "protein gap" is and why you don't feel it happening Why the amino acid leucine is the key to triggering muscle growth after 40 Why 3 eggs (18g protein) falls just short — and how one scoop of quality protein (21g) closes the gap Why consistent protein intake eliminates energy crashes, releases visceral fat, and protects how you age Why 90% of protein powders work against you (heavy metals, fillers, insulin spikes) Ben's personal protein routine and how to fit it into any lifestyle Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    18 min

  8. 11 APR

    The Science of Visceral Fat: How Your Nighttime Routine Controls Insulin, Cortisol, and Dangerous Organ Fat With Ben Azadi | #1291

    🔥 Get Your Complete 14 Day Fat Loss Plan (Reignite Your Body & Life) HERE - https://bit.ly/3OaiU9E  ✅ CLICK To Get Your Blue Light Blocking Glasses 15% off (code AZADI) HERE - https://bit.ly/3OhThnl  Note* If you grabbed the 14-day plan and don’t see it, check your Promotions or Spam folder first. Search for: “14-Day Plan” If it’s still not there, email us at [your support email], and we’ll send it right away 👍 📚 🎁  Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com ($997 Retail Value For FREE) Visceral fat wraps around your organs and is driven by insulin, cortisol, and sleep quality, not just calories. One night of poor sleep reduces insulin sensitivity by 30% and slows fat loss by 55%. The 3-Step Night Routine Close the kitchen 3 hours before bed Walk 10 to 30 minutes after your last meal to blunt the insulin spike by up to 34% Breathe through your nose before sleep, 4 seconds in and 6 to 8 seconds out, to lower cortisol and trigger melatonin 3 Mistakes Keeping You Stuck Keeping lights on while watching TV Eating late, even healthy foods Scrolling on your phone in bed Find All Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship Deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    21 min
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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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  • Creator
    Ben Azadi
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.3k
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    The Ben Azadi Show

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