Best OPTAVIA® Podcasts (2024)

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Let's Talk About The Whole30... 46:56

3d ago46:56

46:56

It’s not a diet! Or is it? The Whole30 burst onto the wellness scene in the late aughts and became hugely popular. Its creators claim it’s not a diet, but instead a short term reset that will not only help you feel better but also create a path to food freedom. But are elimination diets like The Whole30 necessary for everyone? And is the path to fo…

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262_Why You’re Not Losing Weight, How Sleep Impacts Fat Loss, and The Truth About Intermittent Fasting 23:51

4d ago23:51

23:51

Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, owner and head coach at Body Systems. We are a virtual one-on-one nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help clients change their belief system of what it means to be healthy. And we do this with our pure science, proven results process…

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9/30/24 - The Secret Sauce in Reaching and Sustaining a Healthy Weight 31:42

4d ago31:42

31:42

Host: David Bush, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: The Secret Sauce in Reaching and Sustaining a Healthy Weight

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261_Leading by Example: How to Take Control of Your Health with Ben Brown 50:58

11d ago50:58

50:58

Welcome to another episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, owner and head coach at Body Systems. We are a virtual one-on-one nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help clients change their belief system of what it means to be healthy. And we do this with our pure science, proven results system.…

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9/23/24 - Top 10 Ways to Stay Unhealthy (be ready for a laugh!!!) 28:48

11d ago28:48

28:48

Host: Chris Pettit & Dr. JC Doornick, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: Top 10 Ways to Stay Unhealthy (be ready for a laugh!!!)

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The Ancestral Diet Trend [TEASER] 6:58

16d ago6:58

6:58

To hear the rest of the episode head on over to our Patreon! ⁠https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals

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The Raw Milk Movement 55:50

17d ago55:50

55:50

Over the last few years sales of raw, unpasteurized milk have skyrocketed. Raw milk advocates claim that pasteurization destroys key nutrients in milk and reduces important health benefits. But beyond the health claims, raw milk has become a symbol of consumer choice and a protest against government oversight and intervention. It may seem like a si…

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260_Q&A: Best Health Apps, Misleading Foods & the Reality of Net Carbs 12:21

18d ago12:21

12:21

In today's Q&A episode, I'm answering questions submitted by our listeners on nutrition, fitness, lifestyle, and, of course, fat loss. First, I'll explore the world of health tech—what are the best apps and wearables out there, and are they genuinely helping us or just adding noise? Next, I'll clear up some common misconceptions about foods you thi…

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9/16/24 - Mastering Healthy Fatburn: The Sweet Science of Success 29:40

18d ago29:40

29:40

Host: Craig Blanchette, Global Director TOPICS: Mastering Healthy Fatburn: The Sweet Science of Success

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Week 5 - ONE MORE! Bootcamp 2024 1:26:01

21d ago1:26:01

1:26:01

Grand Finale - hosted by Doug Wood & Dan Valentine! FIRE UP YOUR HEALTH!! Featuring Melissa Tarlton, Stefani Scotch, Alix Glasgow, Alisha Munden, & Alissa Schwartz!

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259_Q&A: Stop Diet Sabotage, How Long Weight Loss Really Takes & What to Do If Tracking Fails 18:15

25d ago18:15

18:15

Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, where I answer some of your most pressing questions about nutrition, fitness, and fat loss. I'm your host, as always, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach here at Body Systems. We are an online nutrition and fitness coaching company, and we help you change your belief system around …

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9/9/24 - After the After 29:29

25d ago29:29

29:29

Host: Vicki Tiede, Presidential Director TOPICS: After the After

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Week 4 - ONE MORE! Bootcamp 2024 1:34:36

28d ago1:34:36

1:34:36

Hosted by Dan Valentine. Featuring Kristen Glass, Brittany Bradley, Meagan Lieber, & Kevin Boyd! With special guest NICK JOHNSON, President of Optavia!

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No Seriously, How Dangerous Are Ultra-Processed Foods? 42:14

1M ago42:14

42:14

Ultra-processed foods are an ultra-hot topic currently in the world of nutrition. Headlines abound suggesting that any consumption of ultra-processed foods will destroy our health and cause a multitude of chronic diseases. But what makes a food ultra-processed? And does current research on ultra-processed foods and health risks support these extrem…

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Week 3 - ONE MORE! Bootcamp 2024 1:30:32

1M ago1:30:32

1:30:32

Week 3 - The 10 Non-Negotiables to Build an Executive Director Business (and Beyond)! Hosted by Dan & Megan Valentine. Featuring Erin Avila, Doug & Thea Wood, Marka Sue Rogers, Leslie Begin, Allie McCabe, Bekah Tinter, Erika Acuna, & Melissa Tarlton!

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258_Q&A: Your Exercise Mindset, Why I'm Not a Fan of Optavia, and Other Diets That Are Keeping You Stuck 17:06

1M ago17:06

17:06

Welcome back to another episode of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. As always, I'm your host, Ben Brown. And in this Q&A episode, I'll answer some of your most pressing questions about nutrition, fitness, and fat loss. First, I'm discussing how to shift your mindset from viewing exercise as a chore to embracing it as a privilege. This is a gam…

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8/26/24 - Celebrating Healthy Families for Labor Day 34:46

1M ago34:46

34:46

Host: Jan Paxman, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: Celebrating Healthy Families for Labor Day

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Week 1 - ONE MORE! Bootcamp 2024 1:10:07

1M ago1:10:07

1:10:07

Week 1 (Kickoff) - Recorded live on 8/17/24. Hosted by Dan & Megan Valentine. Featuring Doug Wood, Kelly Chichak, Tiffany Howard, Stephanie Woodard, Kristen Glass & Margaret Healey.

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Week 2 - ONE MORE! Bootcamp 2024 1:28:18

1M ago1:28:18

1:28:18

The COMPOUND EFFECT of CONSISTENCY!! Hosted by Dan & Megan Valentine! Featuring Johanna Repke, Tim Roller, Dale Morrill, Annie Balman, Stephanie Whitaker and Josh McDermott!

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N4M Best Of: Can You Hack Your Metabolism? 46:32

2M ago46:32

46:32

This is a re-release of an episode originally shared 11/01/2023 Jen and Matt are on summer break drinking Mai Tais on the beach. Or wait, no, I think we said we're floating around on the International Space Station. We're losing the thread at this point! In reality we're working hard on future episodes and seeing clients. New main feed episodes ret…

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257_Q&A: Underrated Fat Loss Exercises, How Important Are Rest Periods, and What to Do When Motivation Is Low 12:33

2M ago12:33

12:33

Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, where I answer some of your most pressing questions about nutrition, fitness, and fat loss. Today I'll be breaking down the best type of activity for fat loss, how much exercise you should really be doing, whether time between sets actually makes a difference, and perhaps the m…

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8/19/24 - Back to Structure 32:04

2M ago32:04

32:04

Host: Jen Brown, Global Director TOPICS: Back to Structure

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BONUS EPISODE - The Power of Belief 31:30

2M ago31:30

31:30

Dan Valentine shares about the most powerful force in the Universe… BELIEF!! Special Guest appearance on Kristen Glass’ Accelerate Call.

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Harnessing Daily Rituals: Self-Care Tips, Social Media Detox, and Self-Worth Affirmations 9:57

2M ago9:57

9:57

What if five minutes could change your life? Discover the empowering strategies from Jamie Kern Lima's book "Worthy" that can transform your well-being in just 30 days. We explore the significance of dedicating five non-negotiable minutes daily to self-care activities like meditation, reading, or simply sitting quietly. Learn how this consistent ro…

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256_Q&A: Are You Lifting Heavy Enough, Can You Lose Fat & Gain Muscle at the same time, and Are Your "Bad Genetics" Really Holding You Back? 10:57

2M ago10:57

10:57

Welcome back to another episode of The Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show. I'm Ben Brown, head coach and owner here at Body Systems and I'm excited to welcome you to this Q&A episode. In today's episode, we are going to talk about whether you're using the right weight for a given exercise and how to know how much weight you should be using. We're goi…

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Jordan Rubin & His Biblical Diets [TEASER] 11:46

2M ago11:46

11:46

What a rollercoaster! To hear the rest of the episode head on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals

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8/12/24 - Becoming a Dominant Force - The 3 causes of Resistance 29:33

2M ago29:33

29:33

Host: Russ McCann, Laurie Dufresne & Dave Blanchard, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: Becoming a Dominant Force - The 3 causes of Resistance

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Embracing Self-Worth: Daily Affirmations, Personal Growth, and the Power of Community 23:43

2M ago23:43

23:43

Imagine waking up every morning and affirming to yourself, "I am worthy." This episode is all about exploring the transformative power of self-worth and how it impacts our daily lives and community interactions. We've packed this conversation with rich discussions on the importance of nurturing environments, both for ourselves and our children, and…

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N4M Best Of: Plant Panic!! (Anti-Nutrients & Seeds Oils) 44:34

2M ago44:34

44:34

This is a re-release of an episode originally shared 7/26/2023 Jen and Matt are on summer break drinking Mai Tais on the beach. Or wait, no, I think we said we're floating around on the International Space Station. We're losing the thread at this point! In reality we're working hard on future episodes and seeing clients. New main feed episodes retu…

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255_How to Train and Eat for Muscle Gain vs. Fat Loss 17:37

2M ago17:37

17:37

How do I get more toned without becoming too bulky? What's better, heavier weights or higher reps? Can you split up your workouts and still get the same benefits? How do we differentiate between weight loss and fat loss, and how does muscle factor into that equation? I answer all of these questions in this week's Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition …

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8/5/24 - Making Healthy Habits 2nd Nature 30:10

2M ago30:10

30:10

Host: Dr. Mike & Amy Mills, Presidential Directors TOPICS: Making Healthy Habits 2nd Nature

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Finishing Strong: Empowering Health Journeys, Overcoming Challenges, and Embracing Self-Worth 27:45

2M ago27:45

27:45

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of starting and stopping your diet? We get it. In this empowering episode of "View for Thought," Tracy Elizabeth and Nicole Heller share their personal experiences with the challenges and triumphs of finishing a health journey. From the initial blind faith needed to start with Optivia to the critical importanc…

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254_Behind the Scenes: An Insiders Perspective of Nutrition and Fat Loss with Kristina Brown 56:04

2M ago56:04

56:04

All too often, clients join our Smart Nutrition Coaching Program having spent years taking care of everyone else but themselves, only to realize that the person they see in the mirror is no longer a reflection of who they want to be. This exact scenario played out with my wife, Kristina. A former collegiate athlete and all-around hard-charging indi…

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7/29/24 - Vision for Where We Are Going 30:22

2M ago30:22

30:22

Host: Amber Smithson, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: Vision for Where We Are Going

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HOW TO make it a F#$K YES 31:19

2M ago31:19

31:19

Ever had one of those mornings where everything that could go wrong, does? We've been there too, and in this heartfelt episode, we share our rough morning tales while emphasizing the transformative power of transparency and authenticity. We dive deep into the concept of "surrender" and discuss why building a solid foundation—whether through relatio…

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N4M Best Of: Let's Talk About Optavia... 37:48

2M ago37:48

37:48

This is a re-release of an episode originally shared 11/15/2023 Jen and Matt are on summer break drinking Mai Tais on the beach. Or wait, no, I think we said we're floating around on the International Space Station. We're losing the thread at this point! In reality we're working hard on future episodes and seeing clients. New main feed episodes ret…

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253_Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze? 25:34

2M ago25:34

25:34

If it sounds too good to be true... It probably is. In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I call bullshit on all the crap being spewed over social media on how to lose weight without having to make any sacrifices. Without giving up alcohol. Without tracking your food. Without meal prepping or meal planning. Without giving up j…

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7/22/24 - The Foundations of our Program 29:43

2M ago29:43

29:43

Host: Meg Johnson, Greg Rex and Dr. JC Doornick, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: The Foundations of our Program

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BOOK REVIEW "The Mountain Is You" by Brianna Wiest: Overcoming Comparison and Finding Empowerment 6:15

3M ago6:15

6:15

Have you ever felt stuck comparing yourself to others, only to realize it’s holding you back? Join us as we explore this profound struggle in our latest episode of Fuel for Thought. I'm Tracy Elizabeth, joined by Nicole Heller, and today we dissect the powerful book "The Mountain Is You" by Brianna Wiest. We unpack a thought-provoking quote and ref…

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William Davis’ "Wheat Belly” [TEASER] 9:52

3M ago9:52

9:52

Do ya’ll remember Wheat Belly?! To hear the rest of the episode head on over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals

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252_Busting Fitness Myths: What You Think You Need Vs. What You Actually Need 16:18

3M ago16:18

16:18

In today's special Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I'll discuss some of the common practices that people think that they should be doing, but actually are probably hindering their success, whether you can still lose weight while drinking alcohol and eating junk food, if you need to stretch before I work out, and whether or not …

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7/15/24 - Hydration Hacks: Stay refreshed & Revitalized for Maximum Results 28:51

3M ago28:51

28:51

Host: Liz Jensen & Shantelle Flake, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: Hydration Hacks: Stay refreshed & Revitalized for Maximum Results

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If it's a F#$K YES, than it's a H*LL NO! 32:11

3M ago32:11

32:11

What if you could confidently say "no" to societal expectations and start living for yourself? Join Nicole Heller and Tracy Elizabeth in an enlightening conversation on Smooth for Thought as they recount their personal journeys from being lifelong people-pleasers to prioritizing their own needs and desires. Through heartfelt anecdotes and moments o…

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N4M Best Of: Nutrition on Social Media (Navigating the Chaos) 46:34

3M ago46:34

46:34

This is a re-release of an episode originally shared 09/20/2023 Jen and Matt are on summer break drinking Mai Tais on the beach. Or wait, no, I think we said we're floating around on the International Space Station. We're losing the thread at this point! In reality we're working hard on future episodes and seeing clients. New main feed episodes ret…

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251_The 10 Commandments of Fat Loss Over 40 29:33

3M ago29:33

29:33

Things change as we get older. We start to accumulate more belly fat. We have a harder time losing weight. We have a harder time recovering from our workouts. We experience more stress and frankly have more responsibilities. We have more excuses as to why it becomes harder to eat healthier and exercise. We feel like we just don't have enough time t…

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7/8/24 - Become a Dominant Force! 32:06

3M ago32:06

32:06

Host: Russ McCann & Dave Blanchard, Integrated Presidential Director TOPICS: Become a Dominant Force!

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Defending Boundaries with Humor: Navigating Unwanted Explicit Photos in Modern Dating 24:48

3M ago24:48

24:48

What if you could put an end to the awkward and often invasive experience of receiving unsolicited explicit photos? In our latest episode, Tracy Elizabeth and Nicole Heller tackle the bizarre and disrespectful trend of men sending pictures of their genitals, regardless of age or relationship status. Nicole, with 20 years of marriage under her belt,…

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250_You Become Who You Surround Yourself With 22:01

3M ago22:01

22:01

As the adage goes, you are the sum of the five people that you surround yourself with. And when it comes to your health and fitness, this rings especially true. In today's episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, I explain why the people you spend the most time with, and the environment you put yourself in, will dictate your weight loss suc…

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7/1/24 - Declare Your Independence 31:49

3M ago31:49

31:49

Host: Dody Jordahl, Global Director TOPICS: Declare Your Independence

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Nutrition in Space! 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

Space, the final frontier! Have you ever wondered how the nutrition needs of an astronaut change when they enter space? Or whether or not Matt Damon really could survive on potatoes grown in Martian soil? How about making cricket bread and cultured meat in space? Well join us, two Registered Dietitians and NASA Nutritionist Dr. Scott M. Smith as we…

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