High Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS

Author Mike Mutzel interviews Jeff Bland, Datis Kharrazian, Ben Greenfield, Abel James, Dave Asprey, Ben Lynch, Jade Teta and Corey chuler
High Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS

High Intensity Health features breakthrough health tips and hacks from respected authorities in the Fitness, Nutrition and Functional Medicine fields. Our expert guests have shared insider information that has helped thousands of Moms, Dads, Executives, Health Care Professionals and High-Performing Athletes optimize their metabolism, belly fat, gut bacteria, immune system,both physical and mental performance and overall health. No matter where you sit on the health and nutrition spectrum, you’ll benefit from our cutting-edge discussions, 2-days per week.

  1. 12/28/2024

    Heart Surgeon Exposes the #1 Cause of Rising Heart Deaths

    Today's show is brought to you by MYOXCIENCE.  In this episode, heart surgeon and best selling author Dr. Phil Ovadia discusses the foods and lifestyle factors driving a new wave of early-onset heart disease. Sponsored by MYOXCIENCE: Support your Intermittent Fasting lifestyle with the Berberine Fasting Accelerator by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/berberine-fasting-accelerator Use code podcast to save 12% Link to full show notes and articles: https://bit.ly/3uKRKMC Connect with Dr. Ovadia: https://ifixhearts.com/quiz/ Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 1:30 Up to 95% of people with cardiac disease are insulin resistant. 4:45 Processed foods and high carbs are the two primary drivers of metabolic disease, the primary driver of heart disease. 6:53 Insulin resistance damages blood vessels. 11:18 Exercise is indirectly helpful in preventing atherosclerosis. 13:10 The better you can maintain muscle as you age, the better you can deal with the aging process. 14:30 It is possible to reverse atherosclerosis. 16:30 Tests: coronary artery calcium scan (CAC) and coronary CT angiogram (CCTA). 18:30 People in their 30s and 40s now end up on the cardiac operating table. 20:30 High LDL may not be dangerous in a person who is metabolically healthy. 21:00 The quality of your LDL particles is important. 22:54 90% of adults are metabolically unhealthy, so their high LDL is likely dangerous. 24:05 Statin use for over 10 years increases your risk of developing insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, primary drivers of heart disease. 26:30 Inflammation is an important part of the development of heart disease. 27:40 High blood pressure root cause is insulin resistance/metabolic disease. 31:41 Ferritin testing measures total body iron stores. It is also an inflammation marker. 35:50 Linoleic acid LDL oxidation hypothesis 37:30 Plant-based diets 40:25 Lowering your intake of omega 6 improves your omega 3 index. 41:10 Low vitamin D 42:00 Sun exposure has been misunderstood. 44:10 Triglycerides is a higher risk than LDL. 48:30 Bioidentical hormones are superior to synthetic. 50:03 Low testosterone is a risk factor for heart disease. 53:10 Heart surgery does not fix the underlying problem.

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  2. 11/18/2024

    When to Take Creatine for Muscle Growth & Performance

    We dive into the latest research on creatine, covering loading phases, optimal timing, individualized dosing, benefits beyond muscle health—including cognitive performance for kids—and special considerations for various diets like vegan and carnivore. Crush your Workouts and stay hydrated with the  Creatine + Electrolyte Combo by MYOXCIENCE: https://bit.ly/electrolyte-stix *Save with code podcast at checkout Link to Video and Study: https://bit.ly/3UOb8lY Time Stamps: 0:00 Introduction to Creatine and Recent Paper Review - Discussion on creatine's popularity and personal experience with it since 2000. Introduction to a recent paper titled "Does One Dose of Creatine Supplement Fit All," covering topics like loading phases, benefits, and optimal timing. 0:55 Loading Phase and Early Practices - Problems with early creatine loading practices that involved high sugar content, causing issues like pre-diabetes. The discussion on whether a loading phase is necessary and who might benefit from it. 1:46 Who Might Need a Creatine Load Phase - Explanation of who might benefit from a creatine load phase, such as young athletes, football players, or those with low red meat intake. Overview of the benefits of creatine on exercise performance. 2:58 Creatine Uptake and Transport Proteins - Discussion on creatine uptake, the role of transport proteins, and the benefits of pairing creatine with electrolytes. Introduction of Myo Science's creatine product paired with electrolytes. 3:53 Best Timing for Taking Creatine - Importance of taking creatine around exercise sessions to enhance muscle uptake. Suggestions on timing, with emphasis on taking creatine before or during workouts rather than with coffee in the morning. 4:36 Creatine Benefits for Kids and Cognitive Performance - Creatine's benefits for athletic children in high-demand sports and cognitive tasks, including its impact on brain energy during intensive activities like learning or giving presentations. 5:56 Individualized Dosing Based on Body Weight - The need to tailor creatine doses based on body weight and muscle mass. Heavier, more muscular individuals may require higher doses compared to lighter individuals. 6:41 Special Considerations for Vegans, Vegetarians, and Carnivores - The impact of diet on creatine needs. Vegans and vegetarians might see greater benefits from supplementation, while carnivores may already get sufficient creatine from red meat. 7:38 Non-Muscular Benefits of Creatine - Potential non-muscular benefits of creatine, such as improvements in verbal acuity, cognitive performance, mood changes, and post-concussive recovery. 8:30 Conclusion and Recommendations - Summary of key points: no need for dextrose to enhance creatine absorption, tailored dosing based on diet and body weight, and the importance of taking creatine with electrolytes around exercise.

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    High Intensity Health features breakthrough health tips and hacks from respected authorities in the Fitness, Nutrition and Functional Medicine fields. Our expert guests have shared insider information that has helped thousands of Moms, Dads, Executives, Health Care Professionals and High-Performing Athletes optimize their metabolism, belly fat, gut bacteria, immune system,both physical and mental performance and overall health. No matter where you sit on the health and nutrition spectrum, you’ll benefit from our cutting-edge discussions, 2-days per week.

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