OFM - Why Metabolic Health Matters
The show explores health and performance in an innovative and engaging way. It aims to help listeners achieve their potential by restoring their bodies to their original physiology. Topics focus on metabolic health and how to optimize it for better performance. The podcast provides practical insights to empower individuals on their wellness journey.
Episodes
Podcast 82 - What Jeff Browning Learned After 10 Years of OFM
After more than a decade of competing at the highest level of ultra-endurance racing, Jeff Browning continues to refine one of the most important aspects of performance—how he fuels.
In this episode of the OFM Podcast, Peter Defty sits down with Jeff to discuss how his nutrition strategy has evolved over 10 years of using the OFM (Optimized Fat Metabolism) approach. Fresh off the Cocodona 250 and
Podcast 81 - Dr Alicia Newsome on Women's Hormonal Health
Most women are told their hormones are the problem.
But what if that’s only part of the story?
In this conversation, we dive into how metabolism, stress, and lifestyle are actually driving hormonal imbalances—and why quick fixes often fall short.
If you’ve been dealing with fatigue, stubborn weight, or feeling “off,” this might change how you see your health.
Podcast 80 - Redefining Performance with VESPA Athlete Bree Lambert Sanders
Join host Peter Defty for an inspiring conversation with elite OFM athletes Bree Lambert-Sanders and Joe Sanders, two masters-level competitors proving that peak endurance performance doesn’t end at 40—or 50. Bree shares her breakthrough season, including top finishes at UTMB-CCC and Kodiak 100K, while Joe brings decades of competitive insight and the science-backed wisdom of fat-based fueling. Th
Podcast 79 - Sherpa / Crew Confessions: How VESPA Changed Everything for Abby & Scott Jenkins
What happens when elite endurance meets smart fueling? In this episode, ultrarunner Scott Jenkins and his wife and crew chief Abby Jenkins join Peter Defty to share the story behind Scott’s breakthrough performance at the Arizona Monster 300—a 300-mile race that became a personal best, thanks to Vespa and fat-adaptation.
Abby gives a candid look at the emotional and logistical demands of crewing u
Podcast 78 - Andrea Moore’s Exploration of Her Performance Envelope
Peter Defty and Andrea Moore get together to discuss shattering boundaries in human health & performance. In early May Andrea completed the Cocodona 250, while a month earlier she completed the inaugural edition of the Arizona Monster 300. Completing both became known as “Monsterdona” with only 6-7 athletes able to complete both of these grueling trail ultras. But the adventure does not end t
Podcast 77 - How Breakthrough Performance Happens: Behavioral Science Meets Metabolic Health
In Episode #77 of the OFM podcast, Peter Defty welcomes Dr. Amy Bukszpan, a behavioral analyst and endurance coach, to explore how applied behavioral science can empower athletes to take control of their nutrition, performance, and daily decisions. From breaking carb addictions to reframing failure, they dive into how modifying environmental variables and cultivating curiosity over fear can dramat
Podcast 76 - The Dark Side of High-Carb Fueling: Dr. Johnathan Edwards on Metabolic Health
OFM Podcast Host, Peter Defty sits down with Dr. Johnathan Edwards MD for an in depth and candid conversation on the underlying reality of sports nutrition. With the current hype surrounding high carbohydrate diets and fueling regimens which are dominating the conversation in sports nutrition this is a conversation every athlete needs to listen to inform their journey so they can achieve “Higher H
OFM Metabolic Efficiency: Fuel Smarter, Perform Better & Recover Faster with AG Champ, Colin Cook
Colin’s powerful transformation from an unhealthy lifestyle to becoming an elite age-group triathlete (all while balancing a demanding career, coaching, and family) underscore the importance of performance level metabolic health.
OFM confers metabolic efficiency by building metabolic capacity. Combined with strategic carbohydrate fueling, Colin has unlocked winning performance without compromisin
74-Brain, Body, and Balance: The Science of Metabolic Health with Phil Maffetone & Peter Defty
Main Themes
Holistic Health and Performance
Host, Peter Defty and Guest, Phil Maffetone discuss developing a holistic approach to health and fitness.
The impact of refined carbohydrates on body fat, athletic performance, and overall health.
Challenging Conventional Wisdom
Examining the myths of high-carb fueling and calorie-based diets.
The negative consequences of corporate influence on health
73 - Vespa, OFM & Ultra Endurance Gravel Grinding: Lessons from Badlands 800K
Episode Summary
In this episode of the OFM Podcast, Peter Defty, Tony Konvalin, and John Rutherford discuss a variety of topics related to OFM and Human Performance in the context of John’s recent EPIC accomplishment of finishing 10th overall at the Badlands 800 Kilometer gravel bike in the Andalusian Deserts of Spain. This event has taken on legendary status in just a few short years attracting
Ultrarunner Jenny Capel on Finding Joy, Family Balance and Fat Adaptation
Peter Defty sits down with recently retired elite ultra runner, Jenny Capel, to reflect on her 22-year journey in the sport, much of it fueled by VESPA and OFM. Jenny shares personal stories about her father, Roland Martin, an early ultra running pioneer, and how she initially found running to be "stupid" before becoming one of the sport’s top competitors.
Jenny discusses her transition from a r
71. A Cyclist’s Metabolic Transformation: Overcoming Pre-Diabetes and Heart Surgery with Dustin Armstrong
Dustin Armstrong, a Cat 1 Cyclist joins us to share his metabolic transformation via OFM. Starting Life with underdeveloped lungs racing helped him develop his engine. However, following the conventional approach to sports nutrition Dustin became pre-diabetic and eventually developed heart disease.
He’s defied the odds through the OFM (Optimized Fat Metabolism) approach. Tune in as Dustin and
70. The Road to the Ironman World Championships: A 4-Time Participant's Proven Formula for Success
Marty Smith is heading to Nice in a week to compete at the IronMan World Championships in the 65-69 Age Group. This is not her first rodeo. Marty has participated in 4 IronMan World Championships, including last year. She has also qualified for and competed in 2 IronMan 70.3 World Championships. Her slowest full IronMan time was 14:52 in her first World Championship in 2013, over a decade ago and
69. Kate Hubber’s Metabolic Health Journey: From Falling Pregnant To Racing
As I like to say, “Whether everyone knows it or not, we are all signed up for that ultra-endurance event called Life.” Kate Hubber’s OFM journey demonstrates how one can successfully navigate the complexities of modern life by being grounded in the foundational physiology OFM.
Kate originally came to us seeking to use OFM and VESPA as a means to improve her half marathon, marathon and ultramara
68. Women’s Metabolic Healthspan with Dr. Linda Frazier
In today’s OFM Podcast Dr. Linda Frazier joins Peter Defty in a conversation on the intricacies of women's health and their long term ramifications.
While retired from a full time practice as a Pediatrician, Dr. Frazier continues to provide pediatric care for those who need it most, working a few days a month in the Sacramento Juvenile Detention Center and volunteering as a Pediatrician on miss
67. Post Cocodona: Jeff Browning Talks OFM Recovery, Fueling and Performance
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Peter Defty and Jeff Browning dive into applying the science of optimizing metabolic health for athletes. The focus of the discussion is on the benefits for athletes of all levels, not just elite competitors. Through their combined experience and expertise, they explore how to enhance performance, recovery, and overall health using strategic nutritional interven
66. Ketone Strategies with Frank Ilosa: The Do’s and Don’ts
Introduction:
If you are curious about ketones or considering using them as part of your fueling/supplementation strategy you won’t want to miss this episode of the OFM Podcast where Peter Defty hosts Frank Ilosa, the president of Ketone Aid, for a deep dive into the history of ketones, development of ketone esters, their application and boatloads of practical advice for improving your metabolic
65. Optimizing Endurance Fueling and Nutrition with Kurt Madden
Ultra endurance legend Kurt Madden, joins us on the podcast to share his experience and wisdom. His inspiring journey begins from a health-challenged childhood and leads to becoming a multiple Ultraman World Champion. Kurt shares insights into his training philosophies and remarkable career trajectory which has groomed him for his role as a mentor and leader in the endurance coaching sphere. This
64. Corporate Banker Andrea Moore Set To Run 5 200-mile Ultras This Year - Here’s How?
Today we have an inspiring conversation with Andrea Moore, who shares her transformative journey from overcoming childhood challenges to becoming a successful corporate banker then tossing the corporate finance to the wind to conquer an even bigger challenge by running 5 ultramarathons, each with a distance of over two hundred miles. Andrea's story is not just about sports; it's about overcoming p
63. Metabolic Health and Fueling for High Intensity Sports - Tito Garza’s Story
In this episode of the OFM Podcast, Host, Peter Defty, sits down with Tito Garza to share Tito’s journey of implementing OFM for high-intensity cyclocross racing.
From his humble roots in Texas, battling through personal challenges and, through overcoming these challenges, becoming a restaurant entrepreneur Garza's story is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the transformative power of
62. Your Genetics Are Not Your Destiny: How Lifestyle Choices Shape Our Health Destiny
Elite Ultramarathoner, Jeff Browning, is most often perceived as an outlier due to his extraordinary health, fitness and ability to compete at the top of the sport at the age of 52, but the truth is, Jeff has made lifestyle choices that prioritize his health rather than follow a path most people consider as ‘normal’. Truth be told, Jeff is what normal should be. Let’s dive in.
Jeff comes from a
61. Optimizing Your Mind and Body - The Link Between Your Metabolic and Mental Health with Dr William Suave
In this enlightening episode of the OFM Podcast, host Peter Defty explores the profound connection between metabolic health and mental well-being. Joined by distinguished guest Dr. William Sauve, a psychiatrist with a unique perspective on treatment, they delve into how optimizing fat metabolism can have a transformative impact on mental health. Dr. Sauve shares his extensive experience and innova
60. Metabolic Capacity: Unlocking Endurance Secrets with Jeff Browning
In this long format podcast episode with Jeff Browning, we'll explore how Jeff stumbled upon this game-changing approach, the trials and triumphs of his journey, and how OFM can not only enhance athletic performance but also impact our overall health and wellbeing. His experiences prior to adopting OFM are typical
Jeff, also known as "Bronco Billy," is not just an ultra-endurance athlete; he's a
59. Fueling Success: Peter Mortimer’s Metabolic Approach to Ultra-Running, Work & Life
Introduction:
In today's podcast with Peter Mortimer, we not only discuss athletic endeavors, we deep dive into the lifestyle that enables peak performance both in sports and in life. Peter exemplifies the concept of living life to its fullest potential. He discusses his career in the medical device industry, highlighting the unique challenges and the dynamic nature of his work schedule. In addi
58. Metabolic Triumph: From Fat to Fit at 65 With Tim McConnell
In today's podcast, we delve into the real-world application of the OFM metabolic health principles. Our special guest, Tim McConnell, fondly known as "Mr. No Excuses," shares his inspiring journey from an extremely challenging health situation. Tim began his journey weighing over 300 pounds and a hip replacement due to a bad fall. Over the past 3 years he has gone from being another overweight Am
57. From Pharmacy to Podium: A 71-Year-Old IronMan’s Health Revolution
This week we interview the inspiring 71-year-old pharmacist and endurance athlete James Hughes, and explore the intersection of healthcare, metabolic health, and endurance sports. From discussing the shifts in pharma’s priorities to revealing the power of metabolic health in transforming athletic performance, you will enjoy these insights and real-life experiences. See how James overcame metabolic
56. Combining Eastern & Western Medicine for Triathlon Success & Metabolic Health
In this segment, we continue our discussion with Diane, an experienced athlete with a deep understanding of the impacts of diet on performance and overall health. From the joys of smelling the flowers and post-race shopping to the intricacies of achieving metabolic health, this episode has it all.
Our Guest:
Diane Credenda, a triathlete specializing in the 70.3 distance.
Has been active in the spo
55. Running The Spine: Peter Mortimer’s OFM Approach for a Podium Finish in spite of Jet Lag
In this podcast episode, long-time OFM Athlete, Peter Mortimer, is welcomed as a guest to share his insights . Although not a professional ultrarunner, Peter competes at a high level and has won some big races. His ‘day job’ is a career in orthopedics for a medical device company, assisting and advising surgeons in operations for hip, knee, or shoulder replacements. His work schedule is erratic b
54. Pushing the Boundaries of Athletic Innovation - A Conversation with Bryce Thatcher
“Our premise behind the company was trying to make athletes more efficient when they are trying to compete at a high level”- Bryce Thatcher
Introduction:
This is a captivating conversation with Bryce Thatcher, Chief of Product Development of UltrAspire, on innovation and what it means to be a true innovator and why it is important for the audience. Bryce is singularly responsible for creating th
53. Creating a Sanctuary with Tina Hein
In this episode of the OFM Podcast, we welcome Tina Hein, someone who embodies self-empowerment and self-improvement without relying on conventional credentials. T
In this episode I emphasize the importance of thinking for oneself and taking ownership of one’s life despite the barrage of information and opinions available on the internet. This includes mentioning that not all experts need to be cr
52. Work, Life, and Ultra-running: How Jesse Haynes Masters the Balance
In today’s podcast, our guest, Jesse Haynes, shares his remarkable Life journey of balancing his career as a construction project manager, husband and ultramarathon trail runner at the elite level. Jesse’s life has no shortage of daily challenges, ones which require him to access,adapt and act as part of the job. Naturally, OFM plays a key role, enabling him to stay at the top of his game in work
51. Did my first 100 miler fasted and with 1000 calories with Dr. Cathy
In this podcast, Peter interviews Dr. Cathy Buletsa, an intensivist (ICU Physician) and trauma surgeon who recently completed her first 100-mile race. This episode is a debrief of her experience during and after the race.
The discussion covers the adaptive stress, hormesis, super compensation, and the training effect from the event. The conversation also discusses moving forward and general heal
50. The Happiness Connection: A Conversation with Documentary Filmmaker Roko Belic
Roko Belic knows a thing or two about Happiness. He is living it and sharing it through his work as a filmmaker. His films range from “Happy” which explores this topic, to “Trust Me” which explores the digital age and its implications for our Happiness.
In this open ended conversation Roko and Peter explore the aspects that make up happiness as well as elements which rob us of it. This includes
49. Longevity and Peak Performance at age 54 with Bree Lambert
This week we are interviewing Vespa / OFM Ambassador Bree Lambert Sanders, who is a nutritionist and coach in the San Jose area. Bree who, at 54 years young, still competes at the elite level including winding up with an overall win or a place on the podium .
In this interview, Bree explains that she has always had a passion for fitness and nutrition. Her business, Live Well Finish Strong, foc
48. Healthy Aging and Performance Gains discussion with Tony Konvalin
In this episode of the OFM (Optimized Fat Metabolism) podcast, host Peter Defty welcomes Tony Konvalin, an OFM ambassador and a lifelong athlete, who has excelled in different sports such as football, running, cycling and soccer.
Tony shares his journey to higher health and peak performance beginning with his experience of running in high school and college and how he was a late bloomer. Eventual
47. Dr Linda Frazier discusses the benefits of Metabolic Health in longevity and fighting chronic disease.
Pediatrician, Marathoner and “Liver of Life” Dr. Linda Frazier and I got together for this conversation. Linda has been in practice since 1984 and continues to do fill-in work at a youth detention facility and participate in medical mission trips overseas, most recently doing Pediatric Care in an orphanage in El Salvador, Central America.
Linda is living a life fully aligned with her biology as a
46. Jeff Browning gives us a breakdown of his Moab 240 Win - fueling, strategy, everything
Today's podcast guest is Jeff Browning, a professional ultra runner who is one
of the top five elite mountain ultra specialists at the 100 mile plus
distance. He recently ran the Moab 240s, a 240 mile plus distance and not only
won but set a course record. In this Podcast Jeff discusses:
the challenges faced during the race.
the importance of strategy in ultra running, including logistics,
crew a
45. Taking Control of YOUR Health, Avoiding Chronic Disease and Living Strong with Dr. Cathy
OFM: The new model of normal for the busy professional
I sat down this week with Dr Cathy after her recent Ironman finish for a conversation on Metabolic Health
Cathy discusses how she can comfortably complete an Ironman even though she is a busy professional,
In this podcast we talk discuss:
The sad state of what 'normal' human health has devolved to and what the model for real human health
44. Beating The Bonk With VESPA - Roundtable Discussion with Jeff Browning and Peter Mortimer
In this roundtable podcast with Ultra champions Jeff Browning and Peter Mortimer we discuss how they use VESPA in their training and racing. In it you will learn:
What VESPA is
How using VESPA increases fat metabolism
How increasing fat metabolism dramatically reduces the reliance on external calories
How VESPA dramatically reduces the risk of the Gastrointestinal (GI) challenges so common in
43. Discussion with Derrick Lytle about Metabolic Health and his journey of discovery traversing The Arizona Trail
In this podcast/video I sit down with photographer, videographer and filmmaker Derrick Lytle and have a conversation about OFM, Metabolic Health and science. More so, we talk about how building your metabolic capacity allows us to not only reach our potential but how it drives and supports our epic dreams. Today Derrick is embarking on one of his Epic Dreams, a traverse of Arizona on The Arizona
42. Round table discussion with Peter Defty, Jeff Browning and Peter Mortimer on all things OFM with elite mountain ultrarunners
A few days before the iconic Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run I had the opportunity to record a round table discussion on all things OFM with elite mountain ultrarunners, Jeff Browning, Peter Mortimer. This includes metabolic test data that confirms their success is based upon a fat fueled physiology!
Despite Jeff entering his 50's and Peter his 40's they WIN races. Jeff recently won and s
41. Dr. Lori Gerber DO interview with Peter Defty on Voice America Health & Wellness Live Radio Show
On April 14, 2021 Dr. Lori Gerber DO interviewed VESPA GM & OFM Pioneer on the optimizing fat metabolism and VESPA and their implications for health, performance and longevity.
Dr. Lori has a successful practice as a functional medicine doctor and is also an IronMan Triathlete who has experienced fully the benefits of OFM and VESPA and has incorporated them into her practice.
40. Successfully & Safely Hosting Races in the Age of Corona
----more--------more--------more----Lyle Anderson , Race Director for ultra-endurance events for Vacation Races , serendipidously hosted the LAST 100 Mile Run during the lockdown in March at the Antelope Canyon 100 Mile and the first 100 Mile Run post lockdown in May at the Bryce Canyon 100 Mile.
Both runs were successful and COVID-19 FREE as of this date!
In these crazy times with competiti
39. German Podcast with Josef 'Jeff' Heusserer's Journey: High Carb/Type 1 Diabetic/Keto/Vespa/OFM
This is a special podcast for German Speakers who wish to learn more about Vespa and it's OFM program to make the switch back to burning Fat as Fuel as well as improve overall Health & Performance in every aspect of Life.
Shownotes:
00:00:00 Intro Peter Defty in Englisch
00:02:24 Vorstellung Jeff
00:04:50 Sportlicher Werdegang
00:06:30 Gedanken zu "Wettkampf", "sportliches Messen" und Analy
38. A Candid Conversation on COVID-19 & Health with Dr. Cathy Dudick
Join Cathy & myself for a candid and disruptive conversation with Dr. Cathy Dudick MD, a Trauma Surgeon and ICU Critical Care Physician from New Jersey who is working the front lines of COVID-19. She IS the real-life, George Clooney character in ER! She is also an Ironman Triathlete, lifelong runner, and mom.
This conversation confronts the real issues we face. COVID-19 is an opportunity for
37. The Conversation with Tina Hein
Ironically, this first 'conversation' was recorded back in late February prior to COVID-19 sucking up all our attention. It is a conversation on 'Life' in many ways and how we can live it to our fullest by working hard and mindfully engaged in everything one does. In this podcast we unpack a fair amount of the basic underlying drivers of our behavior, thoughts and actions including modern life an
36. From the front to the back, Jeff Browning & Marc Sanderson give us a 360 degree view of running the 2019 Bear 100
This episode of Food for Thought is an engaging, entertaining and insightful conversation with elite ultra-runner, Jeff Browning (aka Broncobilly), winner of The 2019 Bear 100 in 19:06 and Marc Sanderson who finished 173rd out of 204 finishers in 34:55 yielding a 360 degree view of what it's like to run a 100 Mile trail mountain ultra. This year's version of 'The Bear' lived up to it's name with s
35. Coming back from a Parasitic Infection
Life is full of challenges because that's what life is all about. Some are planned like getting an education, learning a sport, signing up for a race or competition while Life can throw us monumental challenges when we least expect it! Today's podcast features OFM Athletes and Coaches Amy Hamilton and Naomi Land who live on opposite sides of the world yet contracted exactly the same parasite, Blas
34. The Power of Love (with some help from Vespa & OFM): Beth James, Mother, Wife, Small Business Owner, First Mother/Daughter PC Team to complete an IM
It's only fitting we launch this episode on Valentine's Day! The power of a Mother's Love for her child with a little help from Vespa and it's OFM program, gives Beth James the passion and fire to train and complete IM Wisconsin, one of the toughest IM courses. Beth discusses her training, racing and life with Liza as a mom, wife and small business owner.....all full time occupations in and of the
33. Karin Carestia, RPh, OFM & Why Compound Pharmacy
Karin Carestia joins OFM Host Peter Defty for a VERY insightful look into compound pharmacy as well as the OFM perspective from that of a compound pharmacist and athlete.
What makes Karin unique is she is a high level AG Cyclist, Skier and outdoor enthusiast so optimal health and performance are part of her being. Karin and OFM Podcast Host, Peter Defty, began conversations years ago first about
32. 2018 Badwater 135 & Atacama Desert FKT Holder & all-around fabulous human Michele Graglia on OFM
Michele Graglia shares his experience as an Ultra-Running Champion. This not only includes how Vespa and OFM has been a game-changer in his performance but thoughts on life and LIVING! This is an inspiring story!
Michele WON this year's Badwater 135 which, in case you don't know, is an ultra which starts at Badwater Death Valley, the lowest point in the continental US, to the Whitney Portal 8347'
31. Major John Rutherford USMC: Early Adopter of OFM
This is a MUST listen to episode for any endurance athlete open to making the paradigm shift to OFM! John Rutherford is a lifelong endurance athlete and an Early Adopter of Vespa then OFM. We trace his journey from being a teenage high carb cyclist on the USA Cycling Development Team during the time when Lance Armstrong & Tyler Hamilton had recently gone Pro and the culture was "complicated" to hi
30. Conversation with Barry Murray of Optimum Nutrition 4 Sport
Years before the rise of "keto" Barry Murray was coaching athletes to become fat adapted to optimize their performance and health in a parallel universe to OFM's Peter Defty. Here is a candid conversation on fat adaptation in the real world with two of the modern pioneers in fat adapted performance.
29. Food Politics with Adele Hite and Peter Ballerstedt
This is a lively far-flung conversation with Adele Hite RD who is really a food/diet/health policy advocate and Peter Ballerstedt PhD with OFM Host, Peter Defty. The conversation goes far and wide to explore, dissect and rant on the current state of affairs of food politics. Prepare yourself this is not sound-bite podcasting and lots of nuggets can be gleaned.
28. OFM continues to explore the Nexus of Technology & Its Physiological Impacts on the Human Potential with Michael Neuert
Continuing our exploration of the "unintendined consequences" and impacts modern technology has on our health and performance Michael Neuert joins Food for Thought: The OFM Podcast Host, Peter Defty, for an even more in depth conversation on the physiological impacts of various EMF exposure we exist with on a daily basis in our modern world. Michael brings decades of expertise and experience to th
27. OFM explores RBC Agglutination with Beverly Rubik PhD
Technology brings a host of "unintended consequences" along with its benefits. While empowering us in many ways many common electronic technologies also sap us of our energy and health. Dr. Beverly Rubik (PhD UC Berkeley, Biophysics 1979) joins Food for Thought: The OFM Podcast host, Peter Defty to share her pioneering work on how non-native emf's (EMF=Electromagnetic Field) and non-ruminant red
26. Superb conversation on all things food with Adele Hite & OFM Host Peter Defty
Join OFM Host Peter Defty with a lively conversation with Adele Hite, one of the Nation's smartest and most practical nutrition advocates for all people! While long this entertaining conversation discusses in depth many relevant aspects on food, nutrition and food/nutrition policy.
Adele is dong fabulous work as a communicator of the issues of food policy and is a true advocate for all. She not o
25. Travis Macy & The OFM Transformation
Travis is an internationally acclaimed endurance athlete who has competed in some of the World's most grueling events. like the Leadville 100 and Eco Challenge Adventure Race etc. Gleaning from the lessons of his career as an endurance athlete he wrote "The Ultra Mindset" which embodies the OFM mental game. This gave Travis the critical thinking skills to recognize the signs that the effects of
24. Carb Wars with Judy Baker
Today's conversation with artist Judy Baker is a very personal and poignant one on the literally life-saving benefits of carbohydrate restriction. Judy's real life experiences with her and her husband's health along with the disconnect within the modern paradigm that is keeping well intended health care providers stuck. Judy's cookbooks are a must have for anybody who is doing low carb especially
23. Martial Arts & OFM: Lindsey Boston
Lindsey Boston is a full time analyst, mom, wife but also a pretty serious Brazilian Jui-Jitsu Athlete and runner.....since Robb Wolfe sent her our way this summer Lindsey has turned up her performance in a big way winning her weight class in every match....since recording this podcast interview Lindsey won her Submission Pro Elite Tour match this past weekend in Sacramento, California in Overtime
22. The OFM Podcast on Estrogen, Xenoestrogen, Phytoestrogen and Hormonal Balance with Wendy Sellens
Be prepared for another mind-blowing podcast that will challenge what you may thought you know about hormones, breast cancer and SO much more! OFM continues to shatter myths and break new ground with Wendy Sellens, Chinese Medicine Doctor and one of the top breast thermography experts in the world. Bonus listening as our editor, Austin, decided to include off-the-air dialogue after the podcast be
21. HRV & OFM: Insights to OFM from HRV Specialist Alessandro Ferretti
Join Doc Edwards and Food for Thought Host, Peter Defty, for a fascinating conversation with U.K. based HRV Specialist, Alessandro Ferretti, for a lively and indepth interview on the emerging data on HRV as it applies to OFM athletes. This intereview crosses a wide swath of topics on fat adaptation and provides valuable insights the athlete can use.
20. OFM & Aging: The "Reverse Aging" approach of the OFM Lifestyle
Dr. Daniel joins us once again for another thought provoking conversation on how getting the body back to metabolizing fat is key to slowing the aging process to a crawl and, in many cases, reverse the accelerated aging caused by a "Healthy" Lifestyle of the high carbohydrate/low fat diet combined with exercise......loads of useful guidance for incorporating doable practices into your own OFM Jour
19. Lisa Ryan: Mum, Teacher, Wife, Elite Track Athlete on her OFM Success!
A conversation the audience can relate to about how OFM allows Lisa to perform better in all aspects of her life! Come listen to how this Mum, Wife, Primary School Teacher and Elite Masters Track athlete is able to compete at world class levels and balance it all with life! Lisa recently returned from the Masters World Track Championships where she ran a 5th in the 2K Steeplechase, 6th in the 800
18. Navigating the Holidays with Kaayla Daniel
Join Food For Thought Co-Hosts Peter & Naomi for a conversation with Dr. Kaayla Daniel on practical and fun ways to navigate the Holidays with ease and aplomb so YOU can avoid the minefield of Holiday Crap while enjoying the rich luxurious foods which are actually healthy for you! Lots of practical ideas and strategies including the mental game and approach that is practical and not didactic. Thi
17. OFM & the Ruminant Revolution!
Join us for an enlightening and fact filled conversation with Peter Ballerstedt PhD on "The Ruminant Revolution!" Counter-intuitive to most of the environmental science in the media, ruminants play a vital role in the eco-system, including carbon sequestration and your own ! This podcast covers the gamet from differences in the digestive tracts of ruminants from other mammals (including humans) to
16. Completing the Nitrogen Cycle; Implications for Health & Performance
Another groundbreaking podcast from the leaders in fat adapted performance. For the past 20 months OFM has been developing and implementing the inoculation of Nitrosomonas eutropa bacteria for a number of natural fat adapted performance enhancements. These include, but are not limited too, improved vasodilation and thermoregulation; two factors which are critical to performance.
This past spring
15. The Cholesterol Code & OFM, Once again breaking new ground
Prepare to rethink everything you thought you knew about Cholesterol with this conversation with Dave Feldman. As you will learn cholesterol and cholesterol dynamics are very much a part of Optimizing Fat Metabolism. As Dave explains cholesterol's principle job is that of energy substrate delivery and in a fat adapted athletes we begin to see how this vital element of every cell in our body really
14. OFM & Thyroid: Kaayla Daniel on practical Thyroid Health
Dr, Daniel returns for a conversation on Thyroid Health. Lots of practical information for maintaining optimal Thyroid Health such as all the various food, environmental and lifestyle factors which can negatively impact the Thyroid. We also get into the basics of function and interaction on a level the average consumer can consume and use to his/her benefit. We look at how an OFM lifestyle can pr
13. Muscle Hypertrophy on Ketogenic Diets, Dr. Marita Wallace PhD
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Marita Wallace PhD who is Post Docing in the Kieth Baar Lab at UC Davis studying muscle hypertrophy using mice/rat models. Her personal story thus personal interest in the Ketogenic Diet prompted a portion of her research to look at the effects of ketosis on muscle hypertrophy and degeneration. Great follow up to Kaayla Daniel's podcast as we learn what the emer
12. Dr. Kaayla Daniel aka: "The Naughty Nutritionist"
Join us for a great conversation with Dr. Kaayla Daniel, aka: "The Naughty Nutritionist" on the importance of incorporating bone broth into the diet and how to make it work in the real world. Kaayla also discusses the science and parses out the myth from the reality on this vital food for humans.
http://drkaayladaniel.com/
11. Jenny Hart on the OFM Road to Kona!
Jenny Hart shares her OFM experience and how it has improved her performance and taken her to the next level of not only making the podium as an IM Age Grouper but WINNING her F50-54 AG at IM 70.3 Bintan and even 7th Overall Female!
Jenny will be competing for the F50-54 AG Title at the IM World Championships in Kona this weekend! Training under OFM has indicated she is well on her way to have a
10. Nikki Kimball
Nikki Kimball joins us for a candid interview on her OFM Journey from her teenage years as an elite Biathlete to the present! This is a CRITICAL interview for young athletes and parents of athlete, in particular young women. Fat and the ability to metabolize fat is absolutely critical for optimal health and performance but particularly with young women at a critical stage of their life! In the nat
09. Jeff Browning, Ultrarunner
Veteran Ultrarunner Jeff Browning comes on Food For Though: The OFM Podcast to share his journey to becoming an OFM Athlete and how it has literally transformed his performance since making the switch in December 2015 only 6 weeks out from his first 100 Miler, The HURT 100 which he won handily to a CR and WIN at The FREE State 100K, An epic 4 day/146 mile run/hike of the Owyhee River Canyons to a
08. Nell Stephenson, The Paleoista
Nell Stephenson, calls herself “The Paleoista” and with good reason. Nell was on the ground floor of the Paleo movement working with Dr. Loren Cordain when “The Paleo Diet” first hit ground in a big way on the net. Author of 2 Paleo cookbooks and Master Chef, Nell is a chef and nutritional consultant based out of Pacific Palisades near Malibu. Nell is also a elite Age Group Triathlete and in this
07. Arielle Fitzgerald, Canadian Ultra Althlete
This is the first podcast of Arielle Fitzgerald's fascinating and continuing journey to performance and health using the OFM approach. Like most young women Arielle started off with a high carb / low fat diet and fueling which, along with the stress of growing up, school, athletics led her down a dark road of injury, chronic illness and depression....after learning of fat adaptation and starting d
06. Nicole Recine, Diabetes Educator
Nicole Recine is a registered nurse, certified diabetes educator, who has a Masters in Nursing from Rush University Medical Center. She not only practices a ketogenic lifestyle but embodies it! She instructs her clients on managing T1&T2 diabetes from a Low Carb/Keto perspective rather than the conventional ADA approach that gets results. This conversation with Nicole will give you a real world se
05. How OFM can help your sex life and sex hormonal balance
One of the benefits of OFM is to enhance the sex hormones and their balance to provide for a healthy libido and the drive to perform in every aspect of your life! Additionally, the increase in aerobic capacity on a vascular levels has a profound benefit on the sex organs. Listen and learn why......
04. Fatty Runner/Executive to Ripped Lean OFM Running Machine
In his own words Andre calls his former self a "fatty", Hear how this former Australian Special Forces, Cisco/Samsung Exec, Firecam CEO transformed himself and how OFM and VESPA were critical final breakthrough steps in Andre reclaiming his health, performance and achieving his "Personalized Performance Potential". For Andre this transformation has inspired him to leave a very successful corporate
03. The OFM Hard Reset
In today's episode Stephanie, Naomi and Peter run through the Hard Reset. Peter goes into the physiological reasons why this is necessary to make the fundamental shift back to fat as fuel along with many of the pitfalls, ways to set your self up for success, The HR is the critical first step in your OFM journey so listen in to see how & why!
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