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  Have a race, event, Ironman triathlon or anything else coming up? I’d reconsider blue cheese and other “moldy” foods in your build-up – here’s a few: sour cream, buttermilk and sour milk; cured, pickled and smoked meats and fish; prepackaged meats, like lunch meats, salami, smoked fish and some sardines; pickles, olives, capers, salad dressing or ketchup; vinegar and soy sauce. I’m not saying always completely ‘em – but nuke ‘em in final few important weeks of performance – and that would include moldy hotel room coffee too. Dave Asprey is the founder of The Bulletproof Executive. He is a Silicon Valley investor, computer security expert, and entrepreneur who spent 15 years and $250,000 to hack his own biology. He upgraded his brain by >20 IQ points, lowered his biological age, and lost 100 lbs without using calories or exercise. The Financial Times calls him a “bio-hacker who takes self- quantification to the extreme of self-experimentation.” His writing has been published by the New York Times and Fortun

April 24, 2013 Podcast: Electronic cigarette health, the best sleeping position, how to recover from pneumonia, exercising in pollution, how to make bulletproof coffee, when to use olive oil and when to use coconut oil, and supplements for beta cells. Click To Subscribe To All Ben's Fitness Tips & Get A Free Surprise Gift From Ben. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and a few other illuminating news flashes each and every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Another good reason NOT to static stretch before your workout. If you have the choice to run in sand vs. running in grass

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April 18, 2013 Podcast: Lasik eye surgery for sports performance, natural remedies for restless leg syndrome, how to get rid of side stitches, can blood sugar go up during exercise, which artificial sweeteners are good, and is bench press bad for your shoulders? Click To Subscribe To All Ben's Fitness Tips & Get A Free Surprise Gift From Ben In the opening we talk about Ben's Vietnam Race Report. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Here's why we generally use coconut flour instead of almond flour. The

For full shownotes, Ben's free newsletter and helpful episode links & resources, push the little "e" button on the lower right side. On my way back from Vietnam and a recent finish in the Laguna Lang Co Triathlon (a must-visit race for any triathlon travelers out there), I'm bringing you this special podcast episode with Dean Dwyer. Who is Dean Dwyer? Dean is the author of the book, blog and the podcast all of the same name: [...] The post How To "Make Shift Happen" In Your Life - A Special Podcast Episode With Dean Dwyer appeared first on Ben Greenfield Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For full shownotes, Ben's free newsletter and helpful episode links & resources, push the little "e" button on the lower right side. A couple months ago, I published an extremely controversial guest article: "Is Fiber Bad For You? The Top 12 Myths And The Real Truth About Whether Fiber Is Killing Your Insides." 96 comments later, it still seems some confusion persists about exactly how much fiber to eat, where to get your fiber, and whether fiber [...] The post How Much Fiber To Eat, Where To Get Your Fiber, And Is Fiber *Really* Killing Your Insides? appeared first on Ben Greenfield Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. April 3, 2013 Podcast: Does the pill make you gain weight, are earthing mats safe, how to stop leg cramps and spasms, how to breathe the right way during exercise, are minimalist shoes ok for flat feet, how much protein should you eat during exercise, and natural remedies for strokes. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. One of the reasons why I think drinking milk is just fine (especially for athletes). Here's why single-speed,

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For full shownotes, Ben's free newsletter and helpful episode links & resources, push the little "e" button on the lower right side. The way I see it, there's two things you need to worry about when it comes to your brain: 1) Keep your precious neurons and brain tissue protected from damage (AKA "brain inflammation"); 2) Do everything you can to maximize your focus, IQ, acuity and mental productivity. If you can nail this one-two combo, you'll [...] The post What Are The Best Brain Supplements And Smart Drugs To Shut Down Brain Inflammation And Make You Smarter? appeared first on Ben Greenfield Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. March 27, 2013 free podcast: What's wrong with the China Study? Also: is greek yogurt healthier than regular yoghurt, what can you do about nervous system failure, the best natural supplements to control pain, what is EvoAthelete, and does marijuana increase exercise performance? This is a big one, folks... (that's what she said!) Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. YES. I've been saying for years they need to do "pre-workout" c

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. March 21, 2013 free podcast: How Much Water Do You Really Need To Drink Each Day? Also: how to get rid of varicose veins, the difference between protein and amino acids, healthy eating for camping, what causes hives, and how many hours a week should you lift weights? Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Doesn't appear endurance training is quite as bad for your thyroid as some would have you to believe. I'll be sharing my thought

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For full shownotes, Ben's free newsletter and helpful episode links & resources, push the little "e" button on the lower right side. I have a confession: I poop once per day. One smooth, silky, glorious morning movement, and then I'm done. And I don't really think about number 2 at all until the next day. It's quite convenient, actually - especially compared to my old days of hitting the head a handful of times during the day, [...] The post The Zen of Taking A Good Poop. appeared first on Ben Greenfield Fitness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episode. March 13, 2013 free podcast: How To Become A Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health. Also: what does deer antler velvet spray do, how to use Ucan SuperStarch properly, how to get rid of migraines using your diet, what is the Moxymonitor, and are activity tracking devices (like the Fitbit) useful. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+.

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written transcript podcast of this episode. March 7, 2013 free podcast: Is Decaf Coffee Healthy, Can You Have Too Much Iron, How Often Should You Pee On The Bike, How To Stop Chafing When You're Running, What Happens To Your Gut When You Get Too Hot During Exercise, Fish vs. Fish Oil...and More! Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. Interesting that the packages soda comes in may be as bad as the soda itse

Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written podcast of this episode. Feb 27, 2013 free podcast: Is The Best Fat Loss Diet For People Also The Best Fat Loss Diet For Your Pet? Also: what to eat to prevent cold sores, can you use sodium bicarbonate for performance, what to do about calf pain, eating maple syrup for training and racing, and taking Phenocane for SI Joint pain. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter.com/BenGreenfield, Facebook.com/BGFitness and Google+. How to turn yourself into an inf

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Click to Subscribe to All Ben's Fitness & Get A Free Surprise Gift from Ben. Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episode. Feb 20, 2013 free podcast: Is It Possible For A Vegan To Be A Healthy Endurance Athlete?  Also: what causes side stitches, how to get through a tough workout or race, healthy ways to heal road rash, what to eat after gallbladder removal, and how to eliminate motion sickness. Have a podcast question for Ben? Click the tab on the right side of this page, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or (if you hate the sound of your own voice) scroll down to the “Ask Ben” form. Please don't forget to give the podcast a comment/ranking in iTunes - it only takes a minute and it helps grow our healthy and fit community! ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: To get these and other interesting news flashes every week, follow Ben on Twitter, Facebook and Google+. Long distance runners recover faster with electrostimulation. Yet more evidence that

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