The Energy Blueprint Podcast

Ari Whitten
  • 4.6 (702)
  • Alternative Health
  • Updated Biweekly

The go-to source for the latest cutting-edge science on overcoming fatigue and increasing your energy. The Energy Blueprint podcast brings together the world's leading researchers, doctors, and nutrition and lifestyle experts on the subject of fatigue and energy to help you get your energy back.

  1. 3d ago

    How to Eat Healthy: What Actually Matters? | Dr. Mike Israetel

    If you've ever felt confused by conflicting nutrition advice, like keto vs. carbs, low-fat vs. high-fat, protein concerns, you're not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Israetel, Chief Sport Scientist at Renaissance Periodization and former professor of public health, to cut through the noise and reveal what the research actually says about eating for optimal health.  Dr. Israetel has spent years analyzing thousands of research papers on nutrition and health, and the picture he's uncovered is surprisingly clear.  We dive deep into the hierarchy of what actually matters for your long-term health, and spoiler alert: it's not what most people think.  In this podcast, Dr. Israetel and I discuss:  Why calorie balance is responsible for roughly 60% of the variance in health between individuals  How food quality and composition account for 20% of health outcomes, and why this matters more as you age  The surprising truth about macronutrient ratios: why the carb vs. fat debate is overblown  Why the "metabolically healthy obese" concept is largely a myth and what the research really shows  How to debunk the keto myth: what ketosis actually does (and doesn't do) for your health  The evidence on gluten, grains, red meat, and eggs: which foods are actually harmful and which are fine  Why most people's concerns about specifics like mTOR and protein are premature  How a concept called hedonic adaptation explains why healthy food tastes better the more consistently you eat it  The nutrient timing hierarchy: why meal frequency matters far less than you've been told  How to build a sustainable, evidence-based approach to eating that doesn't require perfection

  2. Oct 10

    Dr. Keith Scott-Mumby Exposes the Truth About Food Allergies and Energy

    Dr. Keith Scott-Mumby has been pioneering food allergy research since 1985, back when doctors called him a quack. Today, he's recognized as one of the world's leading experts in identifying hidden food intolerances that sabotage your health and energy.    In this episode, we dive into why you're not bouncing out of bed in the morning and what's really causing it.   Surprisingly, we discuss how most people are actually addicted to the very foods making them sick. Your body goes into withdrawal at night, you wake up grumpy and tired, and then you "dose" yourself with breakfast to feel better. It's a cycle that repeats every day, and according to Dr. Scott-Mumby, it's completely fixable once you understand the mechanism. In this podcast, Dr. Scott-Mumby and I discuss: Why you're not bouncing out of bed with energy (he says food allergies are the #1 culprit) The addiction mechanism: how food intolerance and withdrawal symptoms work exactly like drug addiction Why blood tests for food intolerance have massive false negatives and miss critical triggers The barrel model: how your body's protective systems work…until they suddenly don't How to run a proper elimination diet in just 10 days to identify your specific food triggers Why expensive IgG testing is unreliable compared to simple elimination and challenge testing How stress, environment, and even a vacation explain why you can "get away with" eating certain foods sometimes Why almost any food can cause almost any symptom (lettuce causing colitis, carrots causing epilepsy, etc.) How to reintroduce foods safely after identifying your intolerances without creating new sensitivities

  3. Oct 3

    Coming Home to Your Body: Master Mingtong Gu on Embodied Awakening

    We're living in a paradoxical moment. Technology promises to elevate us, yet we're more disconnected from our bodies than ever.  Master Mingtong Gu, a Qigong master and author of Coming Home to Embodied Awakening, shares a radical insight: our humanity isn't defined by our thinking. Rather, it's defined by our capacity to feel, experience, and inhabit our bodies. In a world hijacked by screens, data, and AI, Master Mingtong reveals why returning to your body is an act of resistance and reclamation. He's spent decades teaching thousands of people how to recover from "incurable" conditions and discover profound peace by reconnecting with their physical existence. This conversation challenges everything you think you know about spirituality, health, and what it means to be truly human in the 2020s. If you've ever felt lost in your own mind, this episode is for you.   In this podcast, Master Mingtong Gu and I discuss: How he recovered from "incurable" conditions like asthma and sclerosis through Qigong practice and a radical shift in mindset That Qigong is the Chinese equivalent of yoga and has been practiced for thousands of years across multiple spiritual traditions The three core questions Qigong asks: What is the nature of life? Who am I? What is the nature of my body? How energy works as an infinitely present, infinitely connected, and infinitely creative force in your body and the universe The critical difference between "I think, therefore I am" and "I feel, therefore I am," and why this distinction matters now more than ever Why we're experiencing a slow-motion crisis of disconnection from our bodies and what that means for our humanity The concept of embodied awakening: integrating mind-body connection as the foundation for true spiritual growth How to practice present moment awareness by connecting directly with your body, not just your thoughts The Chinese philosophical perspective on the inseparable nature of form and formlessness, physical and spiritual A guided meditation practice that initiates you into reconnecting with your body as a living temple

  4. Sep 26

    The Primary Causes Of Brain Fog And How To Get Rid Of Brain Fog Naturally With Jordan Fallis

    Are you experiencing symptoms like your mind feeling cloudy, forgetting basic things, and constantly struggling to stay focused on the task at hand? If so, there is a likely chance that you suffer from brain fog. In itself, brain fog can be frustrating as it keeps you from living your optimal life. However, it could be a sign of underlying issues. In order to improve your brain health, it is critical to first uncover the primary causes of brain fog. You will learn all this and more as I talk to health journalist Jordan Fallis, the founder of Optimal Living Dynamics. Jordan's passion for treating brain fog and improving brain health started out when he, after a series of unfortunate events, ended up suffering from brain fog and sought ways to treat it. In this episode, Jordan shares his knowledge on the root causes of brain fog and the simple yet powerful steps you can take today to optimize your brain health. In this podcast, Jordan covers The primary causes of brain fog The one mistake most people make when they want to heal their brain Can I self-diagnose my brain fog? (Why identifying the primary cause of poor brain health is tricky) The link between hormone balance and brain health What are the most common brain fog symptoms? Jordan's best tips to get rid of brain fog (One of these treatments is a favorite of Ari's)

  5. Sep 19

    The Brain Science of Obesity with Dr. Stephan Guyenet

    I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Stephan Guyenet, an obesity researcher with a Ph.D. in neuroscience who spent 12 years studying the science of body fatness.  His groundbreaking work has completely changed how I think about fat loss and nutrition science. This conversation is one I've been looking forward to for years. Dr. Guyenet challenges one of the most popular narratives in health today: that carbs and insulin are the primary drivers of fat gain. We dive deep into the scientific evidence that contradicts this widely-believed hypothesis, and it's eye-opening. If you've ever wondered why the low-carb movement became so dominant despite conflicting research, this episode will give you answers. In this podcast, Dr. Guyenet and I discuss: Why the carbohydrate-insulin hypothesis of obesity doesn't hold up to scientific scrutiny How animal studies prove dietary fat is just as fattening as carbs without raising insulin Why lean populations worldwide eat high-carb diets and stay lean (the Japan paradox) What calorie-controlled metabolic ward studies reveal about low-carb vs. low-fat diets How Gary Taubes' narrative became mainstream despite contradicting research evidence The evolutionary mismatch theory: why our brains misfire in the modern food environment How dopamine and brain reward circuits drive overeating of junk food Why controlling your food environment is more powerful than willpower The satiety per calorie equation and why adding fat to meals backfires Practical strategies to lose fat by engineering your food environment and choosing whole foods

  6. Sep 12

    How Releasing Emotional Baggage Skyrockets Your Energy with Jason Prall

    My good friend Jason Prall has one of the smartest minds I know in the health space. He's a filmmaker, author, and health educator who created The Human Longevity Project, a nine-part film series that's honestly one of my favorite health documentaries of all time.  In this conversation, we dive deep into something most people miss: how your childhood experiences and emotional traumas directly impact your energy levels and physical health. We explore the ACE study, intergenerational trauma, and how your nervous system is either working for you or against you.  Jason shares how the beliefs and patterns you developed as a child are still running in the background of your life, draining your energy and keeping you stuck in fight-or-flight mode.  But there is good news: once you understand this, you can change it.  Jason walks through practical tools you can use today to shift your nervous system, heal your attachment patterns, and start extracting energy from your environment more efficiently, whether you're dealing with chronic fatigue, anxiety, or just feeling stuck.  In this podcast, Jason and I discuss:  How your body extracts energy from the environment and why most people are wasting theirs • The ACE study and why childhood experiences predict adult disease better than genetics  How micro-traumas and perfectionism create invisible patterns that sabotage your health  The polyvagal theory and the three nervous system states that determine your energy levels  Why you might be stuck in freeze mode and how to recognize it  The connection between your beliefs, your nervous system, and your mitochondrial function  Practical breathwork techniques to shift from sympathetic overdrive to parasympathetic rest  How attachment styles formed in childhood are keeping you from connection and healing  The power of intention, meditation, and - amazingly - biophotons in optimizing your energy  Why disease is actually your greatest teacher and how to become grateful for your symptoms

  7. Sep 5

    How Much Protein Should You Eat Per Day? (Science-Backed Guide)

    I recently sat down with my close friend and coworker Alex Leaf, a certified sports nutritionist and researcher, to dive deep into some of the most pervasive nutrition myths out there.  What impressed me most about our conversation was his ability to cut through the noise and bring real science to topics that are often clouded by dogma from different dietary camps. We spent hours debunking myths from the low-carb crowd, the vegan community, and mainstream nutrition advice. Alex brings a level of nuance and evidence-based thinking that's rare in the health space.  Whether you're confused about protein, worried about cholesterol, or trying to understand why you can't lose weight, this episode has answers backed by actual research. In this podcast, Alex and I discuss: • How fat cell dysfunction - not just excess calories - is the central issue driving most diet-related chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease • Why the "carbs make you fat" narrative is scientifically inaccurate and what actually drives insulin resistance • The surprising truth about protein: why more is better as you age, and why protein restriction might not extend human lifespan • How excess energy in your bloodstream - versus the fat on your body - damages your heart, brain, and nerves • Why cholesterol numbers matter, but not in the way conventional medicine or the keto crowd thinks they do • The myth that saturated fat universally raises LDL: how the milk fat globule membrane changes everything • Why combining high-fat and high-carb meals prolongs blood sugar elevation and can sabotage your diet • The evidence-based case for collagen and glycine supplementation for joint health, skin, and longevity • How observational data gets misused to make false claims about animal protein and cancer • 3 practical nutrition priorities that actually matter for health, energy, and disease prevention

  8. Aug 22

    How to Use Essential Oils for Energy, Sleep, and Stress with Dr. Eric Zielinski

    I recently had an interesting conversation with Dr. Eric Zielinski, a public health researcher and aromatherapy expert who completely changed my perspective on essential oils. Years ago, I thought they were just hippy-dippy new age nonsense. But the science is real, and the applications are powerful. Dr. Zielinski has dedicated his career to educating people about essential oils without any financial bias—he doesn't sell them. This means he can tell you the truth about what actually works, what's dangerous, and how to use these plant medicines safely and effectively. In this episode, we discuss how essential oils work in your body, why most people are using them wrong, and the specific oils that can transform your energy, sleep quality, and stress levels. We also discuss the shocking truth about synthetic oils and how to protect yourself from fake products. This podcast was initially released in January 2018 In this podcast, Dr. Zielinski and I discuss: The fact that essential oils are volatile organic compounds and how they actually work in your body The critical difference between pure essential oils and synthetic knockoffs (75% of market oils are fake) How to safely dilute and apply essential oils to avoid burns and sensitization The three primary methods of using essential oils: topical, internal, and inhalation The specific oils you should try for energy, sleep, and stress Why minimizing your toxic load is the first step to increasing your energy naturally How to make your own non-toxic hand sanitizers and personal care products The shocking truth about Glade plugins, synthetic fragrances, and their neurotoxic effects How to do a detox bath and support your body's natural detoxification process The empowerment that comes from taking control of your health with plant-based medicine

See All (100)

4.6
out of 5
702 Ratings

About

The go-to source for the latest cutting-edge science on overcoming fatigue and increasing your energy. The Energy Blueprint podcast brings together the world's leading researchers, doctors, and nutrition and lifestyle experts on the subject of fatigue and energy to help you get your energy back.

Information

You Might Also Like