The Dirobi Health Show

What happens when a health-conscious professional, like myself, receives an unexpected A1C result? That's exactly what I faced when my A1C measured at 5.6, the highest it could be without being in the pre-diabetic range. This reality check sparked a significant lifestyle overhaul. I started being more regular with my meals, stopped snacking between meals, and made other lifestyle and suppleme...

In our on-going effort to turn you into a Mensch with the body of a Greek god statue,  we offer up these 5 foods that, if you live in the US, you may want to avoid. Listen in as we go through 5 common foods that contain stuff that may be more at home in a chemical factory than in your stomach. Find episode links, notes and artwork at: https://blog.dirobi.com This show is for informational purposes...

Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson is a cognitive scientist specializing in the intersection between mental health and weight loss. She's the founder of Bright Line Eating, a multi New York Times best selling author, and has a new book coming out soon called ON THIS BRIGHT DAY: A Year of Reflections for Lasting Food Freedom that will be published by Hay House on  October 24, 2023. She has been on the...

It took me years to learn how to make a meal plan and live by it. Not sure why it seemed like such a difficult hurdle to get over, yet it was. Yet even when I was at a high level of competition, and had a good grasp of training and nutrition, all my theories fell apart when I got into the kitchen. I knew what healthy foods were, and the difference between proteins, fats and carbs, for example. It...

I am a fan of "The Arnold," and realized that there are five very useful and powerful tips I have extracted from his newsletter and social posts. In this episode I share these top five tips with you, and hope they have the same positive influence on you as they did on me! You don't have to be a bodybuilder to enjoy this episode, these tips apply to any and all of us who want to impr...

5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Immune System. Why? Because so many health conditions are preventable. How would you like to be that person who says, "Everybody at the office got sick but me." That's what happens when your immune system is strong. Listen in as we discuss the 5 simplest, effective ways we know to improve your health now, and into the future. Find episode links, notes and...

The vegan vs meat diet debate remains a contentious issue, with strong opinions from both sides. On the one hand, a vegan diet forgoes the use of any animal products or byproducts, which some people believe to be an ethical decision that could lessen the environmental effects of intensive animal agriculture.  On the other hand, proponents of meat diets point out that, when eaten in moderation, mea...

I have always resisted calorie and food tracking. Hated it. However, I recently forced myself to track EVERYTHING I put in my mouth for 30 days, and, shockingly, I not only had a positive experience, I was surprised how much I gained from it. I am healthier now than I was, eating better, and feeling better. And, when I started, I thought I was already doing well! But the devil is in the details. H...

Fasting tips and tricks for the rest of us. For those who could rather drink bleach than do a 30 day water fast. Fasting tips for those who like the benefits of fasting... and the benefits of delicious meals on a regular basis. Listen in as I explore the latest that fasting science has to offer, the simplest methods of fasting, and the best tips I have found for using fasting as a weight managemen...

The best sleep hack I found was also the simplest. It didn't involve supplements or pharmaceutical solutions, devices, or, well, anything that cost money. It was a mental hack that I still use to this day. Although it's fairly simple to implement, it takes some explaining, and in my case, it was very powerful. Listen in as I explain, as I walk my dog, just how this sleep hack works and h...

Nutrition can be a confusing field, with many competing experts and guru's claiming they have the one true method. However, when many large studies all agree on certain principles, over a long period of time, we can agree that a large body of evidence that withstands peer review can develop into laws of nutrition we can count on. In this episode I go through 5 powerful laws that you can utili...

Listen in to learn about the triad of nutrition and how you can use it as an effective model to improve your nutrition! Find episode links, notes and artwork at: https://blog.dirobi.com This show is for informational purposes only.  None of the information in this podcast should be construed as dispensing medical advice.  These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration...

Are you over 30 and want flat abs? You're in luck! In this video I'm going to share with you my three-step process for getting flat abs quickly. You may see results in just days from tip #1 alone. While it's true that "great abs are made in the kitchen," and I agree, in this video I address three areas that are often over looked that cause the abs to have a more bloated lo...

This is part two of an interview Brad Williams did on his Over 40 Fitness Hacks podcast. Each episode is stand alone so you don't have to listen to number one first, if you like this one, then go back and listen to the first! In this episode, we discuss: Dirty fasting, get the benefits of fasting without starving. How to avoid deficiencies while fasting Dave's fasting stack Eat Anything...

If you're in the over 40 club, and believe that 40 is the new 20, or 50 is the new 30, or, in my case, 57 is the new 35? Well, here's something different. On this episode, Brad Williams of the Over 40 Fitness Hacks show interviews me. In this first episode we cover: -Insider stuff about Dirobi reward points and up-coming products -Reds and Greens powder as a source for mushrooms -My fitn...

Have you ever heard a doctor say that people don't need supplements? It's a fairly common claim among doctors. And if you are aware of the studies showing just how many people are deficient in certain vitamins and minerals, you may think they are lying to you. But the fact is, they aren't wrong exactly, in this episode I do a deep dive into this common claim, plus give you the simpl...

Ever been sidelined with foot pain? I have! It sucks! So I am excited to introduce you to Dr. Tea Nguyen (pronounced Win), who is on the cutting edge of the latest in natural and minimally invasive foot care procedures. Dr. Nguyen is a podiatrist and is the CEO of Pacific Point Podiatry, a nontraditional direct specialty care practice in Santa Cruz, CA. She is fellowship trained in wound healing a...

I had a delightful conversation with Susan Salenger, author of the book Sidelined! She is very knowledgeable, and passionate about the topic. She has spent years researching how to provide better quality care to women, and their specific challenges and needs in regards to the entire health care industry. She brings a lot of insight and good practical advice to the subject. If you are a women looki...

Brad Kearns is a New York Times bestselling author, Guinness World Record setting professional Speedgolfer, #1 ranked USA age 55-59 high jumper, and former US national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete. And... wait for it... he eats chocolate EVERY DAY. Perfect! Today we learn how an elite athlete can stay in top physical shape while indulging in a guilty pleasure, something man...

Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a three-time international best-selling author and world-renowned emotional health advocate. She is the founder of Global GRIT Institute, a wellness education platform for optimizing wellbeing, and cofounder of Dharma Coaching Institute, a coaching organization training coaches to become the highest versions of themselves. Neeta has shared her thought leadership on grit and re...

Mason Bendewald helps trainers create amazing content. Like, P90X. For over 20 years Mason has helped build top fitness companies and coached trainers to become on-camera fitness stars. He’s crafted innovative programs that shattered sales records beginning with the home fitness sensation P90X. Mason went on to become the Chief Production Officer of Daily Burn (an IAC Company) and launched the fir...

Rick Olderman is a sports and orthopedic physical therapist with more than 25 years experience that specializes in helping people with chronic pain experience a pain-free life. Rick has written the popular Fixing You® series of books -- found on Amazon.com -- to help people with chronic pain or injuries. Find episode links, notes and artwork at: https://blog.dirobi.com This show is for information...

Change your life in the next 20 minutes! Tracy Pleschourt, the Founder of Self-Made U and the Host of Secrets of the Self-Made Podcast helps men and women create Self-Made wealth and wellness through life coaching. Tracy has mastered and now teaches the critical skills necessary to manage your mind and overcome any obstacle, including overeating, over drinking, time management, career & relati...

Fascinating exploration of stem cells and the latest in modern therapeutic methods! Joy Kong, M.D. is a UCLA-trained, triple board-certified physician (American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, American Board of Addiction Medicine, American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine). She is the president of Uplyft Longevity Center in Los Angeles, California, where she specializes in stem...

Looking for real medical answers in a world dominated by big pharma?  Dr. Diane Mueller speaks from experience when she says, "We can actually turn on and off our health-promoting genes,"  using techniques not found at the drug store. Listen in as I interview Dr. Mueller about how she overcame multiple chronic illnesses and now helps others do the same. Dr. Diane Mueller is Co-Founder of...