The Gut Reaction

In this episode, Noah Zimmerman shares practical tips on how to maintain fitness and health goals while traveling. He emphasizes the importance of mindful eating, prioritizing protein, and staying active through walking and exercise. Noah encourages listeners to make intentional choices regarding food and movement, ensuring that travel does not derail their progress. He also discusses the balance...

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, host Noah Zimmerman interviews Paul Rahn, owner of Para Performance, who shares his journey from a business enthusiast to a successful gym owner with seven locations. Paul discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a fitness empire, the importance of relationships in the industry, and the financial aspects of running a gym. He also reflects on hi...

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman discusses the complexities of fat loss, emphasizing that it is not merely about eating less and moving more. He explains the health risks associated with excess body fat, particularly visceral fat, and the phenomenon of metabolic adaptation that occurs with long-term calorie restriction. The conversation also covers the dangers of yo-yo d...

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman shares his personal journey through chronic pain and the frustration of seeking effective treatment. He discusses the various methods he tried, from conventional medicine to alternative therapies, and ultimately reveals his diagnosis of Keinboch's disease, which led to surgery. Throughout the conversation, Noah emphasizes the importance o...

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman shares his personal journey with ulcerative colitis, detailing his diagnosis, struggles, and the transformative steps he took towards managing his health. He emphasizes the importance of nutrition, mental health, and the influence of one's environment and relationships on personal growth and disease management. Through his experiences, No...

Noah Zimmerman, with guest Jennifer Kosova, discusses the importance of comprehensive health assessments, focusing on various aspects such as cardiovascular health, cholesterol management, metabolic health, hormonal balance, micronutrients, body composition, brain health, and cancer screening. They emphasize the need for proactive health management and understanding biomarkers to prevent diseases...

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman shares his personal journey, discussing his background, struggles with addiction, and the importance of gut health. He emphasizes the power of knowledge in improving one's quality of life and the significance of vulnerability as a strength. Noah reflects on his childhood challenges, health issues, and the turning points that led him to pu...

In this episode, Noah is joined by Rozeta Avetisyan.  Rozeta is currently working as a data scientist at Stanford Healthcare and School of Medicine. She graduated with her PhD in Molecular Physiology from UCLA where she studied sex differences in fat tissue accumulation. Her PhD research focused on how the genetic differences between males and females lead to distinct fat tissue development and fu...

In this episode, Noah is joined by Gabriel Loza.  Gabe is a board certified Physical Therapist. He has a BS in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise science from Sonoma State University, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from West Coast University. He currently works at Muller & Weber physical therapy in Santa Barbara as an orthopedic physical therapist.  He lives in Santa Barbara wit...

Join host Noah in this heartfelt and humorous solo episode, where he opens up about his personal journey with ulcerative colitis. Discover what this chronic disease is, how he was diagnosed, and the positive outlook he maintains while managing it. Through comical anecdotes from the past 8 years, Noah sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of living with ulcerative colitis. This episode aims to...

In this episode, Noah is joined by Rockelle Jang.  Rockelle Jang is a PhD candidate working in the laboratory of Dr. Gina Poe where she studies mechanisms of sleep, learning, and memory in animals and humans. Rockelle has served as a teaching associate and graduate student mentor for programs run by the UCLA Undergraduate Research Center. She was the recipient of the UCLA Department of Integrative...

In this episode, Noah is joined by Dave McBride.  Dave McBride is a doctoral candidate in the chemical engineering program at UC San Diego. Dave received his B.S. in chemical engineering from UC Santa Barbara. As a chemical engineer, Dave is interested in improving human health by understanding cells as reactors that integrate biochemical signals and output a complex network of chemical reactions....

In this episode, Noah is joined by friend and client David Moscow.  David Moscow is the creator, executive producer, and host of From Scratch.  David made his feature film debut at age thirteen in Big, starring as the young Tom Hanks; years later, he starred with Christian Bale in Newsies. He has appeared in dozens of films, television shows, and theater productions over a thirty-five year career....

In this episode, Noah is joined by Chloe Catherine.  Chloe Catherine is a Dynamic Eating Psychology coach who is revolutionizing how we achieve and experience health. Her work dives into not just what someone eats but who they are as an eater and how that impacts their bodies metabolic rate. A teacher of food freedom and doing the deep inner work to find peace with food and body, Chlo’s work has i...

In this episode, Noah is joined by his therapist Nathaniel Flatt. Nathaniel Flatt is an eclectic therapist channeling his skillset from evidence based and alternative modalities. He specializes in psychedelic assisted therapy, disordered eating, addiction, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ issues. Nathaniel’s approach is unique in that he melds Western psychotherapy practices with Eastern philosophy...

In this episode, Noah is joined by his client George Augusto.  George is co-founder and Artistic Director of women’s lifestyle brand STAUD.  He is also a partner of Kitchen Mouse, which is a restaurant, bakery, and caterer in Highland Park.   This episode is a little different than the usual FKFB episode, as we talk more about being an entrepreneur and taking a shot at building your own company. ...

In this episode, Noah is joined by his friend Lucas Serventi.  Lucas is a business owner, entrepreneur, working model, aspiring actor/writer/director, a fitness and enthusiast AND is also a Fat Kid in a Fit Bod!  We talk about the different relationships we've had with food and our own body dysmorphia.  We explain when we first recognized we were fat: having to wear husky jeans and custom shorts f...

In this episode, Noah is joined by his long time friend Gabe Loza.  Gabe is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and currently works in Santa Barbara, CA at Muller and Weber Physical Therapy. Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Physical Therapists and Chiropractors? What should you look for when choosing a physical therapist? We list out the most common injuries and how you can avoid the...

Marijuana.  Mary Jane.  Weed. Pot.  Cannabis comes in many different names and many different forms.  Today, it has become more and more popular.  States are legalizing it for medical and recreational use, and it may be federally decriminalized soon.  Growers, dispensaries, certain health care professionals, and your run of the mill pot-head claim that it can solve and fix many medical issues…. Bu...

Have you wondered whether "Fasted or Fed" exercise is better?  Are you feeling stagnant in your progress in life? A "growth mindset" is one of the most important factors in leveling up in life, but there are a lot factors that can hold you back from achieving a growth mindset.  From negative self talk and feeling overwhelmed to decreasing anxiety and feeling powerful, Noah gives 4 steps that will...

Going to the gym or starting to workout can be intimidating! It can be intimidating for anyone and everyone, so how do you start and what's the best approach? Tune in for tips on: how to overcome body dysmorphia, how to reverse or slow down aging, and how to start working out!

Keto, Vegan, Jenny Craig…. Oh my! With all the information out there about weight loss, it’s hard to know where to start.  From diet zealots to weight room bros, there is a lot of people in the fitness world telling you there way is the best way… which is often false.  In this episode, Noah will break down how to develop your own way to conquer your fitness goals via nutrition and tips on how to a...

It’s a tale as old as time: someone makes a fitness goal, and starts off VERY strong… and is quickly overwhelmed and doesn’t reach their goal.  Isn’t motivation supposed to help us? In this episode Noah will discuss how motivation can actually hinder your fitness goals, how you can be intelligently motivated and turn it into discipline, and how to remain disciplined to achieve success.  Self impro...

This podcast will focus on physical and mental wellness and the challenges that make it hard to prioritize your health.  This podcast will tell you how you can eat delicious meals, travel, work, build strong relationships, go to a party here and there, and live the life you want—all while building a body you love.  Listen to this episode to learn more about the host, Noah Zimmerman, and his journe...