<p> This episode is brought to you by <a href="http://audibletrial.com/everforward">Audible</a>, <a href="http://drinklmnt.com/everforward">LMNT</a> and <a href="https://glnk.io/5wr64/chase-chewning">Cured Nutrition.</a></p> <p>In this episode of <em data-start="350" data-end="370">Ever Forward Radio</em>, we sit down with Ben Azadi, author of <em data-start="414" data-end="433">Metabolic Freedom</em>, to uncover the truth about metabolism and its role in energy, fat loss, and longevity. Ben shares why 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy, the dangers of the “glucose rollercoaster,” and why snacking may be accelerating aging. You’ll learn the importance of fasting insulin testing, how muscle mass protects metabolic health, the role of stress and cortisol in stubborn fat, and simple strategies to move from metabolic “prison” to metabolic freedom.</p> <p>Follow Ben <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi/">@thebenazadi</a></p> <p>Follow Chase <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chase_chewning/">@chase_chewning</a></p> <p>-----</p> <p><strong>In this episode we discuss...</strong></p> <p>00:00 – Introduction to Ben Azadi & <em data-start="1759" data-end="1778">Metabolic Freedom</em><br data-start="1778" data-end="1781"> 03:02 – The “Glucose Rollercoaster” explained & why it matters<br data-start="1847" data-end="1850"> 05:26 – Carb limits for prediabetes vs type 2 diabetes<br data-start="1908" data-end="1911"> 08:41 – Fasting insulin: the real metabolic marker<br data-start="1965" data-end="1968"> 10:26 – Affordable ways to improve metabolic health<br data-start="2023" data-end="2026"> 11:39 – Snacking & the Hayflick limit: why grazing ages you faster<br data-start="2096" data-end="2099"> 17:39 – The body’s resilience vs the dangers of ignoring symptoms<br data-start="2168" data-end="2171"> 19:14 – Metabolism myths: efficiency over speed<br data-start="2222" data-end="2225"> 25:32 – How muscle mass prevents metabolic decline with age<br data-start="2288" data-end="2291"> 29:17 – Post-meal walks & controlling insulin spikes<br data-start="2347" data-end="2350"> 31:31 – Are glucose spikes really bad? The role of metabolic flexibility<br data-start="2426" data-end="2429"> 33:35 – CGMs: useful tool or unnecessary gadget?<br data-start="2481" data-end="2484"> 35:57 – Foundations first: food quality, sleep, stress, movement<br data-start="2552" data-end="2555"> 37:48 – Stress, cortisol belly, and HRV tracking<br data-start="2607" data-end="2610"> 41:18 – Cold plunging: benefits, risks, and adaptation<br data-start="2668" data-end="2671"> 42:45 – Writing <em data-start="2691" data-end="2710">Metabolic Freedom</em>: calories vs hormones & inflammation<br data-start="2747" data-end="2750"> 45:48 – The power of belief: the refrigerator cart story<br data-start="2810" data-end="2813"> 48:37 – What “Ever Forward” means to Ben Azadi<br data-start="2863" data-end="2866"> 50:03 – Where to find <em data-start="2892" data-end="2911">Metabolic Freedom</em> and connect with Ben</p> <p>-----</p> <p><em>Episode resources:</em></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://audibletrial.com/everforward">Free 30-day trial of Audible</a></li> <li><a href="http://drinklmnt.com/everforward">FREE variety sample pack with any purchase of LMNT</a></li> <li><a href="https://glnk.io/5wr64/chase-chewning">20% off Serenity Gummies with code EVERFORWARD</a></li> <li>Watch and subscribe on <a href="http://youtube.com/everforwardradio">YouTube</a></li> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://benazadi.com/">BenAzadi.com</a></li> </ul>