I am honored and delighted to have Vanessa Spina joining me on the podcast today!
Vanessa is the best-selling author of Keto Essentials and a sports nutrition specialist whose expertise on the ketogenic diet has left a lasting impact on countless lives! With a background in biomedical science and a multifaceted career as an international stockbroker, her pioneering journey in the health and wellness industry has been nothing short of remarkable!
In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating realm of nutrition, from unraveling the mysteries of protein-recommended daily allowances and the leucine threshold to exploring the pivotal role of strength training in metabolic health. We dispel common misconceptions about the ketogenic diet, debunk the deceptive nature of the scale, and unveil the significance of DEXA scans in understanding changes in body composition. Vanessa also sheds light on the crucial importance of mitochondrial health and shares invaluable insights on various methods, including red light therapy, cold thermogenesis, micronutrients, and structured supplementation, to support our cellular powerhouses.
Join Vanessa and me as we embark on a knowledge-rich journey and uncover the keys to optimal health and well-being!
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Ep. 365 Healing Power of Touch: Exploring Sensory Methods for Health with Dr. Dave Rabin
BONUS A Fresh Perspective on Aging: Dr. Youn's Expert Insights with Dr. Tony Youn
Ep. 364 Forming Healthy Relationships: Insights on Commitment and Partnership with Jillian Turecki
Ep. 363 Challenging the Diet-Heart Hypothesis: Reevaluating Nutrition and Health with Dr. David Diamond
BONUS Muscle Matters: Transforming Metabolic Health for Weight Control with Bronson Dant
Ep. 362 Optimizing Health: Strategies for Menopause Well-Being with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz
Ep. 361 Metabolic Health: Addressing Mitochondria, Medicine and Advocacy with Casey Means, M.D.
BONUS Menopausal Toolkit: Heart, Brain and Hormonal Health with Dr. Deb Matthew
Ep. 360 Raising Resilient Kids: Insights from Holistic Pediatrician, Dr. Elisa Song
Ep. 359 Sleep, HRV, and Supplements for Perimenopause and Menopause with Cynthia Thurlow, NP
Ep. 358 Lipid Masterclass: Impact of the Menopausal Transition with Dr. Thomas Dayspring
Ep. 357 Aging Well: Biohacking Longevity and Lifestyle with Dr. Nick Bitz
Ep. 356 Menopause, Heart Health and HRT with Dr. Felice Gersh
Ep. 355 Embracing Growth: The Impact of Gratitude and Connection with Doug Bopst
Ep. 354 Metabolism Myths Debunked: Weight Gain Insights with Dr. William Li
Ep. 353 Uterine Bleeding, HRT, Cravings and More with Cynthia Thurlow, NP
Ep. 352 Lipid Masterclass: Apo-B Labs and Women's Heart Health with Dr. Thomas Dayspring
Ep. 351 Unlocking Nature's Secrets: Essential Oils 101 with Jodi Cohen
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