Welcome to the Metabolic Freedom Podcast With Ben Azadi! The Keto Kamp Podcast is officially renamed Metabolic Freedom With Ben Azadi!   Why did I decide to change the name?   Keto Kamp is still my company, and we will continue educating on the amazing benefits of this metabolic process; but we are so much more than keto.   We discuss the following on our show.. Keto Intermittent Fasting Carnivore Diet Mindset/Self Development Bio-Hacking Sleep Performance Metabolic Health   Our podcast currently has over 750 episodes, with almost 8 million downloads in 111 countries, and it was time for a change to reach a BIGGER audience.   This new name is also the title of my upcoming book with Hay House, set to be released in June 2025.     We have some incredible guests coming soon.   Today's episode is an exclusive recording from the BioHacker Expo 2024, where I delivered a keynote lecture.   Learn more about the BioHacker expo here: http://www.biohackerexpo.com  Diabetes Method Program: https://diabetesmethod.com/  ? Get your Keto Recipe of the Week here:  http://www.ketokamprecipes.com  / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  BonCharge: Blue light Blocking Glasses, Red Light Therapy, Sauna Blankets & More. Visit https://boncharge.com/pages/ketokamp and use the coupon code KETOKAMP for 15% off your order. Beam Minerals: BEAM Minerals products are the perfect support for the keto/carnivore/fasting way of living as they won’t break your fast, PLUS they taste just like water and will help you keep carb cravings at bay as you move into a fat-adapted state. Give BEAM Minerals a try today for an enhanced keto experience. Head to http://www.beamminerals.com and use the coupon code AZADI for a sweet discount!  Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.  A Critical Analysis of Disease Statistics and Nutritional Misconceptions Ben discusses various alarming statistics related to health, including cancer rates, diabetes prevalence, and the projected increase in autism spectrum disorder diagnoses. He highlights heart disease as the leading cause of death in the United States, emphasizing the frequency of fatalities attributed to it. Despite questionable research methods and flawed conclusions, Ben dives into the history of Ancel Keys, a pivotal figure in shaping the belief that fats cause heart disease. Also, Ben challenges the conventional wisdom linking cholesterol to heart attacks, arguing that cholesterol plays a crucial role in the body's functions. He cites Dr. Philip Ovadia, a heart surgeon, who asserts that damage to blood vessels is the sole cause of heart disease. Overall, Ben advocates for reevaluating commonly held beliefs about nutrition and health. Empowering Health: Insulin Sensitivity and Self-Healing Ben emphasizes the critical importance of insulin sensitivity, highlighting it as the initial factor preceding the onset of various diseases. He urges individuals to prioritize testing their fasting insulin levels, aiming for single-digit readings to indicate sensitivity. Ben warns against the dangers of insulin resistance, which can develop over 14 years before diabetes diagnosis. He challenges the traditional approach to managing health conditions, particularly regarding cholesterol, citing the profitability of the statin industry despite evidence suggesting that normal to low cholesterol levels can still lead to heart attacks. Ben advocates for empowering individuals and communities to take control of their health, emphasizing the body's innate ability to self-heal.  Purpose, Ketosis, and Metabolic Transformation Ben highlights the correlation between Monday mornings and a higher incidence of heart attacks, attributing this phenomenon to the stress and lack of purpose that many people experience in their daily lives. He emphasizes the importance of living purposefully as a significant biohack for overall health. Ben discusses the protective effects of ketosi