The Perfect Metabolism Podcast

When it comes to hormones, women are often the focus, but men (and boys) are facing a serious hormone and health crisis of their own. Since June is Men's Health month, this final episode of Season One focuses on the guys. I cover some shocking statistics, a few historical indications of trouble brewing, and some of the main ways men’s hormones are under siege.  I provide actionable diet, lifestyle...

Did you know that you can eat your sunscreen? No, don't eat your sunscreen lotion - eat the foods that boost the SPF of your skin - from the inside out! On this podcast, find out what foods provide an internal nutritional sunscreen - boosting the skin's tolerance to ultraviolet radiation, providing a modest layer of SPF protection for the skin, and also which help to repair the free radical damage...

I was in Europe on vacation recently, and while there - I ate pizza, pasta, and bread - yes, the regular gluten kind. I didn’t have digestive issues, no aches and pains, mood swing or brain fog, and when I got home, I hadn't gained an ounce! But as soon as we came back home to the US, I got back onto my gluten free lifestyle. why? On this episode, I talk about how the food in Europe is different t...

I view supplements as something that can help get that needle moving with your health - they can be used to correct deficiencies as discussed in the last episode, or for resolving or managing symptoms or chronic conditions, or as a tool for prevention. On this episode, find out what 2 supplements that (almost) everyone needs, why every American probably needs to heal their gut and which supplement...

A very common question that comes up a lot is - "Do I need to take supplements? Why can't I just get all my nutrients from foods?" Theoretically yes, we should be able to get everything we need from our diet and lifestyle. I mean, cavemen didn’t take supplements did they? Well, during paleolithic times there weren’t flaming hot Cheetos and Twinkies either. This episode covers: 16 different underly...

Chronic constipation is the #1 cause of kid’s belly pain. Most constipated kids are given MiraLAX - you just stir it into water or juice and problem solved, right? Well, some parents are concerned about possible side effects, and according to its label it is is only supposed to be used for adults for 7 days, max. On this podcast I discuss natural ways of resolving constipation, including what I re...

According to the latest headlines, Intermittent fasting is bad, really bad - in fact, it could kill you. A new preprint study found that it is linked to a 91% higher risk of cardiovascular death. But there is also a large body of research that shows that intermittent fasting is good for you - it has been shown to boost the immune system, improve blood sugar, cholesterol, metabolism, weight, and be...

Aging - it's not easy.  So if we can get rid of wrinkles with an injection, why not? But what if our attempt to look younger turned into a life-threatening nightmare?  I am joined by Gretchen and Ang to discuss how getting botulinum toxin injections could be like playing Russian Roulette with our health. Ang shares her own harrowing experience with a Dysport injury, and Gretchen's sister suffered...

Every year on our birthday, we turn a year older, chronologically. And without a time machine, we have no control over the chronological clock. But there is something called our biological age, and it correlates more with our lifestyle, which we do have control over. I am joined by Zorrie Dimitrova, who is the Chief Operating Officer for Glycanage, to discuss biological aging, how they measure it,...

Zombies are the stuff of science fiction...or are they?  Science reveals that we all have zombie cells, especially as we age.  Raising the question - is the Zombie Apocalypse here…within us?   Today's podcast is all about aging better, slower with Senolytics.  Find out what are sensecent cells & why they got the nickname 'Zombie' cells, and how to slay these destructive zombie cells.  I’m plea...

You’re eating right, exercising, but can’t seem to get that extra weight around your midsection to budge? It could be your microbiome. In this episode Sara discusses: How gut bacteria affects our metabolism, weight, mood, disease risk How a South Park episode educated millions of people about the microbiome An interesting tale about what we’ve learned about gut bacteria's affect on weight from a s...

Interested in natural alternatives to GLP-1 agonists for weight loss? Sara is joined by Healthgevity founder Michael Antonelli to discuss supplements that can support your metabolism with similar effects as the popular GLP-1 agonist drugs, but without the negative side effects! We discuss: Ignite, Prime Gut, Longevity, Brain Boost+ Use code: Sara10 to save 10% on Healthgevity   Sara is not a docto...

Dr. Kurt Perkins joins me to discuss The Netflix documentary “You Are What You Eat.” We also talk about the recent study that found Oreos lowered cholesterol better than a statin! He shares his story of how he found his way into Functional Medicine, his experience with the Carnivore diet, and his favorite health documentary. Dr. Kurt Perkins is the clinic director of Dr. Kurt's Place in Colorado S...

Should we leave the doctor’s office with a prescription to eat dark chocolate?  A BMJ study found dark chocolate reduced heart attack risk by 37%, and stroke by 29%.  Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and minerals. It has been found to boost brain health, energy, mood, and even all cause mortality. But does dark chocolate have a dark side? In honor of Valentine’s Day, I am featuring dark choc...

For Heart Health Month, I am joined by Dr. Stephen Hussey, the author of a ground breaking book called ”Understanding the Heart.”  His book is a revolutionary way of understanding the heart, and on this episode he shares some very surprising things that we misunderstand about the heart/heart health, unique lifestyle tips support our heart, what is structured water and how does it impact the heart,...

Are seed oils toxic? Or is that a conspiracy? Seed oils are perhaps the most controversial ingredient of the moment.  Just a quick internet search of "seed oils" will give you a wide range of articles that emphatically push both sides of the argument. In this episode I share some of the (shocking) history of fats and the origins of diet-heart hypothesis, explain what seed oils are, what potential...

Bonus episode: Introducing one of my secret weapons - resistant starch. It is sometimes called “the skinny starch,” because it helps with metabolism, blood sugar, digestion, and many other benefits - including lowering inflammation and even colon cancer risk. It also is shown in studies to boost the production of GLP-1, which is why some people are comparing it to Ozempic.  And best of all - I lov...

This episode tackles one of the most controversial and misunderstood areas of nutrition…Carbohydrates. We take a deep dive into the pros and cons of a low carb diet, some common pitfalls, signs your low carb approach could be backfiring, how to know if your body is handling carbs well or not, and carb types and timing.   Resources: NutriSense Continuous Glucose Monitor The Skinny Starch eBook Prim...

It’s Sugar Awareness week, so in this episode Sara busts the common myth that sugar is just “harmless empty calories,” and shines a light on the 20 different ways it negatively affects our metabolism, longevity, disease risk, and health. Resources mentioned in episode: The Food/Mood/Sugar Tracker The Positives & Negatives of Sugar Sara’s Break up Letter Join Interest List for Sara’s Break up w...

Trouble Sleeping? Can’t Get that belly fat to budge no matter how hard you work out?  It could be the stress monster.  We can’t see it, or touch it…but we can feel it’s effects, and stress is a major factor in metabolic dysfunction. We all know stress is here to stay.  So the key is making sure we have tactics to manage it. Find out how stress can cause weight gain, digestive issues, hormone imbal...

What if I told you you could break free from calorie counting and “dieting” forever?   Trying to lose weight by dieting is like putting a broken arm in a sling without resetting it first. Just like the broken arm needs to be reset, so does the metabolism. Find out why diets don’t work and set you up for weight gain in the long run, how your scale is lying to you, why a calorie isn’t a calorie. Get...

Do you dread setting resolutions in the New Year?  Yeah, most people do. Research shows that only about 8% of people actually achieve their resolutions. So…this year, Instead of resolutions consider a subtle shift to sankalpa, which is rooted in yogic philosophy.   Resources mentioned: Sara’s website Sara's Instagram Get her book The Perfect Metabolism Plan   Sara is not a doctor and the informati...

Welcome to the Perfect Metabolism Podcast with Sara Vance, a Nutritionist, Yoga Instructor and Author of The Perfect Metabolism Plan. Sara has been focused on the metabolism for over a decade, and believes it is the “secret sauce” to achieving vibrant health - at any age. Find Sara on Instagram Read her book: The Perfect Metabolism Plan Website: sara.vance.com