268. Living Your Most Optimal Life (Part 2): A Wellness Roundtable Episode #FabulousFriends

Welcome back again my friends to the Be Well podcast. In this roundtable-style recap, featuring five more all-star guests, we expand on a recent compilation episode which previewed core pillars of mental and physical health. You can check out full episodes featuring these guests for an expanded version of what you'll hear today, below, and explore the rest of the show's feed (approaching 300 episodes!) to drill down on the themes that mean the most to you and your family. In this roundtable, we draw knowledge from previous episodes featuring leading experts: • Dr. Mark Hyman, Young Forever: The Latest Roadmap to Longevity #237 • Dr. Andrew Huberman, How to Counter Anxiety + Sleep Like a Baby #1 • Dr. Christian Gonzalez, Healing From Within #159 • Sal Di Stefano, A Holistic Approach to Building Strength & Improving Health #184 • Dr. Apostolos Lekkos, Functional Medicine 101 + Balancing the Mind, Body & Spirit #9 As we all know, technology and research are always changing, but the basics of being healthy remain largely the same from year to year, decade to decade , even generation to generation – making these episodes, and so many others, an evergreen source of information. If you're digging this format let me know! And click back to episodes 262, 265, and 266 where we assembled roundtable talks on blood sugar basics, raising healthy kids, and healthy lifestyle habits. We also cover… (01:28) Live to 120: Hacking the Hallmarks of Aging (Dr. Mark Hyman) • Blue Zones: Where people live to 100 and beyond • Diet tips for ultimate longevity  • Avoiding ultra-processed foods and sugar • Flours and breads are just as bad a sugar • Why we should learn about and prioritize phytochemicals • Understanding how to regulate protein intake • Supporting muscle synthesis  • Eating for your microbiome  • Read: Young Forever by Dr. Mark Hyman (08:46) Overcoming Harmful Effects of Anxiety & Stress (Dr. Andrew Huberman) • Defining anxiety vs. fear vs. courage • How the autonomic nervous system works • How changes in alertness impact your vision • Three proven ways to control anxiety  • Panoramic view: Opening up your POV • Why looking at a sunset is so relaxing • Emphasized breathing: Focusing on exhale  • The important role of the diaphragm • Deliberate decompression: Meditation, bodywork, etc. • When you should embrace the stress  • Controlling your voice (24:28) Supporting the Body Through Balance (Dr. Christian Gonzalez) • Trauma’s long term role in physical health  • Disease as an opportunity to look within • Understanding the sympathetic nervous system  • Emptying our cup: Free and easy tips • Supporting your circadian rhythm  • Natural light as a healer  • Benefits of movement and grounding  • Turning “off” before bedtime • Recommended air filters • Beware of bleach and toxic cleaning supplies  (38:58) Benefits of Strength Training (Sal Di Stefano) • Exposing lies of weight loss industry  • Weightlifting for the average woman  • Supporting a healthy hormone profile  • How muscle memory works  • Recommended movements and gym exercises  • Important psychological motivators  • Acknowledging that you deserve to be taken care of  (53:00) Understanding the Causes of Adrenal Fatigue (Dr. Apostolos Lekkos) • Diagnosing adrenal fatigue  • DUTCH urine cortisol tests • Cortisol’s effect on the body  • How he heals adrenal fatigue  • Counteracting stress in your life  • How to practice box breathing  * Content from this podcast is provided for information and education purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. The use of information from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. Always speak with your healthcare professional before taking any medication, nutritional or herbal supplement.  Resources: • Dr. Mark Hyman, Website: drmarkhyman.com • Dr. Mark Hyman, YouTube: Dr. Mark Hyman • Dr. Mark Hyman, Instagram: @drmarkhyman • Dr. Andrew Huberman, Website: hubermanlab.com • Dr. Andrew Huberman, YouTube: Huberman Lab • Dr. Andrew Huberman, Instagram: @hubermanlab • Dr. Christian Gonzalez, Website: docgonzalez.com • Dr. Christian Gonzalez, YouTube: Heal Thy Self (Dr. Christian Gonzalez) • Dr. Christian Gonzalez, Instagram: @dr.christian.gonzalez • Sal Di Stefano, Website: mindpumpmedia.com/sal-bio • Sal Di Stefano, YouTube: Sal Di Stefano • Sal Di Stefano, Instagram: @mindpumpdistefano • Dr. Apostolos Lekkos, Website: drlekkos.com • Dr. Apostolos Lekkos, Instagram: @dr_lekkos Connect with Kelly: • kellyleveque.com • Instagram: @bewellbykelly • Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is produced by Crate Media. 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