Metabolically Conscious

Why You Gain the Weight Back (Even When You Do Everything Right)

Set in the context of weight loss and personal growth, John B. Datri and Elizabeth Hyer-Rose explore a multifaceted approach to creating lasting change in one's life and what often derails it. Through the synergy between physical practices and energetic healing, they discuss the importance of understanding self-worth, leveraging gratitude to experience your “enoughness”, finding your authentic self through discovering what you want and what you don’t want and using visualization to find the how to your goals and create the space for them to be sustainable. Near the end, Elizabeth guides you through a visualization exercise aimed at expanding your energetic space to allow for a new version of you to become.

Ben Yanes: How to Build Muscle Over 40 Pain and Injury Free

In this episode of Metabolically Conscious, host John B. Datri interviews science based, strength training expert  Ben Yanes who breaks down exactly how men over 40 can build muscle without destroying their joints, pulling muscles, or dealing with chronic pain.Most men come back to the gym thinking they need to do heavy barbell squats and lift like they did in their 20s. Ben explains why that approach leads to injury - and what actually works for building muscle safely after 40.

Episode 1: The Biology of Hunger and the Effects of Seed Oils on Metabolism With my friend and colleague Larry Diamond of Healing With The Diamonds

Summary In this episode of the Metabolically Conscious podcast, host John Datri and guest Coach Larry Diamond discuss the transformative journey from a standard American diet (SAD) to a low carb, high fat lifestyle. They explore the biology of hunger, the importance of protein and fat in the diet, and the detrimental effects of seed oils. The concept of 'food freedom' is introduced, emphasizing a way of eating that promotes health and satisfaction. The conversation also addresses societal pressures regarding dietary choices and the role of fasting in achieving metabolic health. At the very end Coach Larry shares his contact info and brief description on his coaching at Healing With The Diamonds Takeaways The standard American diet leads to chronic hunger and fatigue. Switching to a low carb, high fat diet can reduce hunger. Understanding the biology of hunger is crucial for health. Protein and fat are the most satiating macronutrients. Avoiding the 'big four' foods can improve health. Food freedom allows for a satisfying and healthy diet. Fasting can help reset the body's metabolism. Societal pressures can challenge dietary changes. Empowerment in food choices is key to success. Modeling healthy behavior can inspire others.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction  00:25 Whats in episode 1   00:50 The Biology of Hunger 06:28 Understanding Low Carb High Fat in a simple way 09:01 Seed Oils and how they harm 13:51 Elimination Diet and The Big Four 19:39 The Concept Of Metabolically Conscious Eating   21:06 The Concept of Food Freedom 29:24 Overcomming Societal Pressures in Dietary Choices  36:40 The Healing Power of Food and Fasting 38:23 The Impact of Diet on Relationships 38:47 The Journey to Food Freedom and Metabolic Health