Science with Ben

Diversity is Key: How to Optimize Your Digestion

In this solo episode, Ben breaks down why gut health is the foundation of physical and mental performance. Moving beyond the "protein-only" mindset of fitness, Ben explains the science of the gut-brain axis and provides a clear, actionable roadmap for optimizing your microbiome through diversity and whole foods.

The Menopause Gap: Revolutionizing Women’s Healthcare

In this episode, Lori Casselman, founder of June Health, shares her journey from a frustrated patient to a CEO revolutionizing women’s healthcare. We dive into the "menopause gap," why traditional medicine often misses the mark on midlife symptoms, and how providing specialized care is essential for both women’s well-being and the economy.

The Smart Way to Start Tracking Calories

In this episode, Ben interviews Dr. Marc Morris, a strength and nutrition coach with a PhD from the University of Saskatchewan and founder of the Nutrition Coaches Academy. We dive deep into the debate between starting with portion control versus jumping straight into calorie tracking. Dr. Marc explains his "deep end" approach to nutrition data, why tracking calories shouldn't be a forever sentence, and how to use it as a tool to build long-term awareness. We also discuss practical strategies for eating out without ruining progress, why the "best" diet is usually just optimizing what you already eat, and the critical role of resistance training in achieving the body composition you actually want.

Liver Health Explained: Why Your Diet Matters More Than You Think

In this episode, Ben interviews Andy De Santis, "Andy the RD", a registered dietitian specializing in fatty liver disease based in Toronto. We explore the critical role your liver plays in your health, the gut-liver connection, insulin resistance, and the best dietary strategies to optimize liver function. Andy breaks down how polyphenols, fiber, and probiotics work together to support liver health, why the Mediterranean diet is considered the gold standard, and whether losing weight is necessary to reverse fatty liver disease. Whether you're looking to improve your overall health or specifically address liver concerns, this conversation reveals why a healthy liver is foundational to everything.

Your Muscle Matters for Health, Not Just Looks

In this episode, Ben sits down with Dr. Dwayne Jackson to break down how muscle and mitochondria shape healthy aging. They dive into what happens to muscle fibers and mitochondrial density as you age, why training is essential for keeping them resilient, and the nutrition strategies that support long-term metabolic health.