Primal Potential - The Anti-diet Solution To Mastering Fat Loss Naturally

Change can be hard. It can be frustrating. It can feel lonely. For much of my life I felt exhausted by work I hadn't even yet done...I felt like the road ahead of me was impossible. I have no doubt that those feelings contributed to depression & isolation. I could absolutely still choose that perspective. I could choose to upset myself by fixating on what I don't yet have, on how far I have to go, on the gap between where I am and where I want to be and the work I'll have to do to change. Fortunately, I choose a dramatically different perspective and my new perspective makes change dramatically easier and prevents me from experiencing depressive symptoms. Like many of you, I've been moved by the recent high profile celebrity suicides. In today's episode, I'm talking about pleasure, pain, joy and depression. Even if depression isn't something you're struggling with, this episode might help you help someone you love. I hope you'll listen. https://primalpotential.com/490/ If you or someone you know needs ass

There are hundreds of fat loss strategies. Many of them are nutrition strategies. There are also mindset strategies, lifestyle strategies and fitness strategies. In today's episode, we're taking a tactical look at the most important & effective nutrition strategy for both fat loss and energy. This strategy will not only support your fat loss goals but also your overall health, your body's inflammatory response, your hunger, cravings, mood and energy levels. Don't miss this one. https://primalpotential.com/489/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Episode 316: Wired To Eat Episode 195: Golden Rules of Carbs & Fat Loss Robb Wolf: Wired To Eat The blood glucose monitor I use Follow me on Instagram New to Thrive Market? Register via thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save 25% on your first order and get free shipping! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership.

Friends, I am really excited for today's episode! If you are struggling to stay motivated, this conversation about change being hard versus not changing being hard is one you need to hear. Is it really hard or is it an easier life that is simply unpracticed & unfamiliar? That's what we're exploring today! Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/488/ Resources: Hop on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation! Follow me on Instagram

It is so important to challenge yourself & step out of your comfort zone. If you want to create change in your life, you have to create change in your choices. In today's episode, I'm introducing 5 ways you can challenge yourself today, this week and this month. Plus, I'm doing a giveaway to encourage you to embrace these challenges (with a great attitude!) To be eligible to win a Thrive Market or Amazon giftcard, you'll need to do the follow prior to June 15th 2018: Follow @elizabethbenton on Instagram Tag @elizabethbenton in a post of a screenshot of or quote from your favorite Primal Potential podcast episode Include in the caption the way you successfully challenged yourself for a day or week If you want to give Thrive Market a try, make sure to register though thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save 25% and get free shipping on your first order plus a free 30-day trial membership! To join the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks to Transformation, please click here. https://primalpotential

We've been talking a lot lately about this idea of your personal brand and rebranding yourself in a way that raises your performance to a higher standard. In episode 480 I introduced the idea for a Primal Potential rebrand and in episodes 481, 484 and 485 I shared some of my Masters Club clients rebrands. Those episodes generated a TON of enthusiasm & excitement as well as a bunch of questions. In today's episode, we're answering those questions including: Elizabeth, what's your brand? What motivates you? We'll also tackle on some seemingly unrelated questions about working out, the microbiome and how frequently we indulge. https://primalpotential.com/486/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Give Thrive Market and their new meat & seafood boxes a try! Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an extra 25% and get free shipping on your first order. Plus, you'll get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

This episode is explicit. This is a real conversation with a client who has struggled with body shame, self-criticism and simply being unkind to herself. While working on a personal rebrand, we have a candid conversation about where she has held her treatment of others to a different standard than the one she has for herself. It's not right. More than that, it's taking joy from her life and causing her pain. Most importantly: it's self-inflicted which means she can create a change right now. If you are sensitive to strong language, this isn't the right episode for you. If you're ready for a bit of fire and truth, take a listen! https://primalpotential.com/485/ Resources: Follow me on Instagram Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation

Last week, I had a powerful call with one of my Primal Potential Masters Club friends. We were talking about how she wanted to rebrand herself. We're doing this to give us a great sense of certainty & direction that will help in all our many moments of decision making. Hotel behemoth MGM recently decided to rebrand themselves. In their video, they clarify their new brand: "We're not in the hotel business. We're in the holy sh*t business". Having that clarity in their brand makes all their decisions easier. As they decide what should be in their lobby, what the guest rooms should look like, what their restaurants should serve and which books they should act, they will be guided by their brand: we are in the holy sh*t business. So, those of us in the Primal Potential Masters Club are doing the same. Today, I'm sharing with you one of those conversations. I know you're going to love it! https://primalpotential.com/484/ Resources Watch that MGM commercial - it's going to fire you up! Episode 480: Transformati

What are the narratives you escape to that have nothing to do with what you're trying to achieve and where you're trying to go? In today's episode, we're pointing out where you're giving your energy & thought that simply isn't relevant. It's either attaching you to a problem or past pattern or it's keeping you from stepping into the solution. If you're struggling to get out of your head, out of your way and make consistent progress towards your goals, you don't want to miss today's short episode! https://primalpotential.com/483/ Resources: Get on the Wait List for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Follow me on Instagram

We have more bacterial cells than human cells. We have more bacterial DNA than human DNA. There is no question that our microbiome has a massive impact on every single aspect of health. If there is an issue with your bacterial diversity or quantity, it will have an impact on your health. The bacteria, viruses and fungi that make up your microbiome play a massive role in digestion, metabolism and body composition, but that's not all. They are a major player in immunity, mood, cognitive ability, heart health, inflammation and more. In today's episode we're looking deep into the impact of the microbiome and what we can do about it! https://primalpotential.com/482/ Resources: Get on the Wait List for the Fall 12 Weeks to Transformation!  Episode 055: Probiotics for Health & Fat Loss Episode 432: How Your Microbiome Can Help You Burn Fat Q&A 7: Cholesterol Is Not the Culprit 075: How Much Fat Is Too Much Fat? 325: Which Fats To Avoid & Why 424: Dietary Fat & Blood Lipid Concerns Episode 048: Levera

As I shared in episode 480, I'm working to help my Master's Club clients create new personal brands. It's an amazingly fun project & today I'm sharing a bit of it with you! One of my clients felt that she needed more control. The thing is, we already have all the control we need. There is, however, a difference between having control and taking control. Listen to the episode for more! https://primalpotential.com/481/ Resources: The MGM commercial Episode 480: Transformation Is Now Follow me on Instagram

It's not about becoming someone different. It's about, in any moment, choosing to BE different. Choosing something different. Transformation is later. It's not after weight loss. It's not down the road. It's a choice you make in every moment. I don't want to give a long intro to this episode. Simply, you need to hear it. Make the time. It matters. https://primalpotential.com/480/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation group coaching program! Follow me on Instagram  

Today, I'm talking to you. Not a group of you, just you. You are capable of infinitely more than you think you are. In every situation, you are response-able. You are able, in any moment, to choose a strong, positive response. I'm sharing this with you today, in this way, so you have this as a tool in your toolbox when you need it most. Enjoy! https://primalpotential.com/479/ Resources: The wait list is now open for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation coaching group! Hop on the list now to learn more and get the first opportunity to apply & enroll! Want more motivation? Episode 284: The Year Of You Cinco De Mayo Meal New to Thrive Market? Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to get free shipping and an extra 25% off your first order! Plus, you'll get a free 30-day trial membership!

Today I'm answering YOUR questions! I really see this as OUR show and one of my primary objectives is to give you want you need. I want to help you overcome your challenges and excuses. I want to help you make progress towards your goals. One of the ways I can do that is by addressing what's on your mind and what's going on in your life. In today's episode, I'm answering questions you've sent in, including: How do you stay motivated after you've made considerable progess? What are your fears? Do you need to eat every 2-3 hours to maintain blood sugar? I really struggle with moderation. Is it possible to change that mindset or is that just the way I am? Do you ever have a bad day? What does that look like? What are your personal tools for persevering in a negative environment? Don't miss this episode! Make sure to let me know if you have questions! https://primalpotential.com/478/ Resources:  Join the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Wait List 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 1 5 Mindset Shif

Today I'm answering YOUR questions! I really see this as OUR show and one of my primary objectives is to give you want you need. I want to help you overcome your challenges and excuses. I want to help you make progress towards your goals. One of the ways I can do that is by addressing what's on your mind and what's going on in your life. In today's episode, I'm answering questions you've sent in, including: What's my love language? What are my go-to snacks? What are my pet peeves? What's my approach to pre and post workout nutrition? What are the 3-5 changes I'd make immediately if I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? If you have questions you'd like me to weigh in on or topics you want my take on, go ahead and leave them in the comments or shoot me an email! I'll be doing a part 2 episode soon! https://primalpotential.com/477/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman Lumberjack Coffee Co 046: Water - What You Need To Know for Health

"Let food be thy medicine & medicine be thy food" ~ Hippocrates Today we're taking a look at another food that can deliver medicinal benefis. Brazil nuts, largely because of their high selenium content, have a huge impact on thyroid health & inflammation. Beyond that, they can improve sperm production & motility, increase HDL cholesterol and combat depression! Guess what? Brazil nuts aren't actually nuts! They are seeds from a larger nut. I had no idea!! The nut looks a lot like a coconut and inside are encapsulated seeds - the things we consider brazil nuts! Tune in to hear who should eat some brazil nuts, who shouldn't, what you want to look for when you're buying them and how many is too many! https://primalpotential.com/476/ Resources: 450: Food As Medicine - Coconut 458: Food As Medicine - Turmeric 466: Food As Medicine - Sulfur Thrive Market: Brazil Nuts New to Thrive Market? Make sure to register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can get free shipping and save an additional 25

I don't watch much television but I really enjoy Showtime's Billions. On a recent episode, Wendy Rhoades, an in-house psychiatrist for a prominent hedge fund, is counseling a one of the firm's executives. The executive is struggling because the firm profited from a major disaster. It was a moral struggle and a question of right and wrong. Wendy was clear & direct. She said, when you're here, "mind the truth that makes you money". I paused the show and wrote it down. We find ourselves in all sorts of true moments. We want the cookies. A second glass of wine would taste amazing. We're tired. All true, right? There are truths that take us in all directions. Truths that keep is where we are. Truths that move us forward. Truths that take us further from our goals. In today's episode we're riffing off that idea from Billions: mind the truth that moves you forward. Don't miss this motivational minisode! https://primalpotential.com/475/ Resources: Breaking Barriers What is Breaking Barriers? Follow me on Instagra

Want to know how to eat carbs without getting fat? Today's episode is all about what happens when you eat carbs and strategies for eating them in a way that reduces the chances they'll be converted to & stored as fat. Plus, we'll talk about the common mistakes that create an internal environment where even small amounts of carbs you consume are converted to & stored as fat. Carbs aren't bad. That's just not true. The flip side of that is that they are not an essential fuel source, despite what you might have heard. They are, however, quite yummy and can be enjoyed in a way that doesn't lead to weight gain. We're clearing all this up in today's episode so don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/474/ Resources: Q&A 2: What's Your Carb Tolerance 170: 3 Ways To Improve Your Carb Tolerance 199: 3 Stages of Carb Intolerance 009: Carb Spillover 378: Is High Protein Metabolically High Carb? Follow Me On Instagram Are you on the free VIP email list?! Click here to join for recipes, motivation and stra

Do you ever read something that makes you immediately level up your actions or effort? I sure do and I love it when that happens! I'm no longer intrigued by things that sound nice. I'm only intrigued by things I can act on immediately. I'm intrigued by things that help me improve what I do & how I act. My mind is full of ideas. I think we need to know less but do more.  Today's episode is about something that moved me to action and immediately increased my effort. It's an Instagram post from CrossFit athlete Dan Bailey. After injury and surgery, here's what he had to say:  "Currently a little over 3 weeks out from surgery after rupturing my quad tendon. Still pretty swollen but it’s getting better every week. Progress isn’t measured in lbs and kilos but centimeters of knee flexion and reduction in swelling (that and setting a goal to bench 4 wheels). Everyday starts with a POD attitude (performance on demand @tosh.crookedbutterfly) meaning, this is the best your going to feel today, even though your knee

If you want to change your body, you have to change your mind. Your thoughts and perspectives drive your choices & too many people are trying to white-knuckle improved choices without making the adjustment that truly drives change: changing your mind. In today's episode we're talking about making a shift away from a serious detractor from success: searching for solutions outside yourself. It's a distraction and your journey becomes about everything and everyone other than YOU. https://primalpotential.com/472/ Resources: Episode 391: Motivation Masterclass Episode 464: The Most Important Thing Episode 284: The Year Of You Make sure you're on the free Primal Potential VIP list! Don't miss a single moment of motivation, strategy or a great fat loss recipe! Follow me on Instagram

We live in the information age. Anyone with an opinion can share it with the world and that has led to some major nutrition misunderstandings. Some of these keep us from losing weight, make change harder or keep us from taking action. We're clearing them up today! We're tackling a whole bunch of topics including: Why eating every few hours isn't needed to "keep your metabolism going" Why urinary ketones might not reflect ketosis Misleading information about muscle loss when fasting Make sure you're on the free VIP email list so you don't miss out on motivation, recipes and success strategies! https://primalpotential.com/471/ Resources Episode 469: Is Extended Fasting Healthy? Episode 470: Anti-Aging Strategies for Fat Loss Keto Mojo Blood Ketone Monitor Follow me on Instagram Give Thrive Market a try! When you register though thrivemarket.com/primalpotential you'll save an extra 25% + get free shipping on your 1st order. But that's not all! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership.