The Gut Reaction

In this episode, Noah Zimmerman shares practical tips on how to maintain fitness and health goals while traveling. He emphasizes the importance of mindful eating, prioritizing protein, and staying active through walking and exercise. Noah encourages listeners to make intentional choices regarding food and movement, ensuring that travel does not derail their progress. He also discusses the balance between indulgence and discipline, advocating for a flexible approach to nutrition that allows for enjoyment without excess.

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, host Noah Zimmerman interviews Paul Rahn, owner of Para Performance, who shares his journey from a business enthusiast to a successful gym owner with seven locations. Paul discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a fitness empire, the importance of relationships in the industry, and the financial aspects of running a gym. He also reflects on his personal fitness journey, emphasizing the significance of strength training and the evolving trends in the fitness world.   You can find Paul & Para Performance at Website: https://www.paraperformanceco.com/ Instagram: @paraperformanceco  

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman discusses the complexities of fat loss, emphasizing that it is not merely about eating less and moving more. He explains the health risks associated with excess body fat, particularly visceral fat, and the phenomenon of metabolic adaptation that occurs with long-term calorie restriction. The conversation also covers the dangers of yo-yo dieting and the importance of sustainable weight loss strategies. Noah highlights the significance of discipline and building healthy habits over time, and he offers coaching support for those struggling to achieve their health goals.  

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman shares his personal journey through chronic pain and the frustration of seeking effective treatment. He discusses the various methods he tried, from conventional medicine to alternative therapies, and ultimately reveals his diagnosis of Keinboch's disease, which led to surgery. Throughout the conversation, Noah emphasizes the importance of patience, open-mindedness, and trusting the healing process, encouraging listeners to persist in their health journeys despite setbacks.  

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman shares his personal journey with ulcerative colitis, detailing his diagnosis, struggles, and the transformative steps he took towards managing his health. He emphasizes the importance of nutrition, mental health, and the influence of one's environment and relationships on personal growth and disease management. Through his experiences, Noah highlights the significance of seeking help, making lifestyle changes, and surrounding oneself with supportive individuals.

Noah Zimmerman, with guest Jennifer Kosova, discusses the importance of comprehensive health assessments, focusing on various aspects such as cardiovascular health, cholesterol management, metabolic health, hormonal balance, micronutrients, body composition, brain health, and cancer screening. They emphasize the need for proactive health management and understanding biomarkers to prevent diseases before they develop. This conversation highlights the significance of personalized medicine and the role of lifestyle choices in maintaining overall health and longevity.   If you want to work with Jenn, you can reach her at: Website: https://noblefamilymedical.com/ Instagram: @noblefamilymedical

In this episode of the Gut Reaction Podcast, Noah Zimmerman shares his personal journey, discussing his background, struggles with addiction, and the importance of gut health. He emphasizes the power of knowledge in improving one's quality of life and the significance of vulnerability as a strength. Noah reflects on his childhood challenges, health issues, and the turning points that led him to pursue a career in personal training. He candidly addresses his addiction to weed and the steps he took to overcome it, ultimately encouraging listeners to choose themselves and seek help when needed.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gut Reaction Podcast 01:56 Childhood Challenges and Early Influences 05:08 Struggles with Food and Body Image 07:52 Injuries and Their Impact on Life Choices 11:04 Health Challenges: Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis 13:24 Moving to LA and Coping Mechanisms 15:46 Turning Point: Seeking Help for Health 18:10 Family Dynamics and Personal Growth 19:58 Returning to LA and Career Development 22:35 Desire to Help Others Improve Their Lives 24:44 Addiction to Weed: A Personal Struggle 30:21 Realization and Decision to Quit Weed 39:03 Life After Quitting: Reflections and Growth 41:43 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode, Noah is joined by Rozeta Avetisyan.  Rozeta is currently working as a data scientist at Stanford Healthcare and School of Medicine. She graduated with her PhD in Molecular Physiology from UCLA where she studied sex differences in fat tissue accumulation. Her PhD research focused on how the genetic differences between males and females lead to distinct fat tissue development and function. Her work was supported by the F31 predoctoral fellowship from the National Institutes of Health. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, Reformer Pilates, dance, hiking and backpacking.  Rozeta and Noah explore the difference in fat cells and metabolisms between the different sexes, how fat plays a role in EVERYTHING, including disease. Discover how important it is to understand what fat is and how it is stored on your body and how that influences your long term health. Listen for actionable steps you can take to become a healthier human being.

In this episode, Noah is joined by Gabriel Loza.  Gabe is a board certified Physical Therapist. He has a BS in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise science from Sonoma State University, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from West Coast University. He currently works at Muller & Weber physical therapy in Santa Barbara as an orthopedic physical therapist.  He lives in Santa Barbara with his wife Sarah and his Daughter Taya.  Gabe and Noah explore evidence based practices vs anecdotal practices, different modalities of therapy, how to return to life and sport post injury, and how important your mental state is for rehab.  Discover how important resistance training is for all aspects of health. Listen and explore the interplay between exercise and pain, and the actionable steps you can take to become a healthier human being.

Join host Noah in this heartfelt and humorous solo episode, where he opens up about his personal journey with ulcerative colitis. Discover what this chronic disease is, how he was diagnosed, and the positive outlook he maintains while managing it. Through comical anecdotes from the past 8 years, Noah sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of living with ulcerative colitis. This episode aims to remind those with chronic diseases (or supporting loved ones) that they are not alone in their struggles. It's a candid exploration of the isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and depression that can come with chronic illnesses. But amidst the challenges, Noah shares valuable insights on finding humor in life's moments and navigating the path to disease management. Tune in and be inspired by actionable steps to becoming a healthier, empowered human being. You are not alone on this journey!

In this episode, Noah is joined by Rockelle Jang.  Rockelle Jang is a PhD candidate working in the laboratory of Dr. Gina Poe where she studies mechanisms of sleep, learning, and memory in animals and humans. Rockelle has served as a teaching associate and graduate student mentor for programs run by the UCLA Undergraduate Research Center. She was the recipient of the UCLA Department of Integrative Biology & Physiology Eureka Scholarship and the UCLA Training in Neurotechnology Translation Training grant in 2020, which supported research that led to the novel discovery that different areas of the brain can be in different sleep stages at the same time in humans. In her spare time she enjoys training Brazilian jiu jitsu, training her dogs, and selling delicious home-baked sourdough bread alongside her husband for their small business named, Out of Thin Air.  Rocky and Noah talk about a wide variety of topics, starting with what sleep actually is!  They also talk about Rocky’s groundbreaking research on what is happening in the brain during sleep, and how sleep affects your overall health. Listen and explore the interplay between sleep and disease, and the actionable steps you can take to become a healthier human being. Why we yawn (open access) FMT between healthy subjects and IBS patients Review on the microbiome and sleep (open access)

In this episode, Noah is joined by Dave McBride.  Dave McBride is a doctoral candidate in the chemical engineering program at UC San Diego. Dave received his B.S. in chemical engineering from UC Santa Barbara. As a chemical engineer, Dave is interested in improving human health by understanding cells as reactors that integrate biochemical signals and output a complex network of chemical reactions. Dave’s graduate work has focused on developing biomaterials to understand and control aberrant immune responses in autoimmune disease. He hopes that this work will lay the foundation for new treatment options for patients with unmet needs. Outside of research, Davey is an avid beach volleyball player and obsessed dog dad to his dog, Hoodoo.  Dave and Noah talk about a wide variety of topics, starting with Dave’s own health journey, involving a stroke.  They also talk about Dave’s groundbreaking research on immune responses, and the vital role of the microbiome in overall health. Listen and explore the interplay between autoimmune disease and cancer, current treatments, and the actionable steps you can take to become a healthier human being.   Here is the link to the paper on Dave’s most recent work: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/advs.202202720#   Here is a link to a press release from UCSD talking about the research: https://today.ucsd.edu/story/biodegradable-polymer-system-offers-new-hope-for-treating-rheumatoid-arthritis   The Pangenome: the Pangenome project is focused on properly accounting for diversity in the human reference genome by incorporating genes of people from different ethnic backgrounds. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-022-04601-8   The Bubonic Plague and Autoimmune Diseases: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/genes-protective-during-the-black-death-may-now-be-increasing-autoimmune-disorders-202212012859   Tattoos and immunology: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31654543/

In this episode, Noah is joined by friend and client David Moscow.  David Moscow is the creator, executive producer, and host of From Scratch.  David made his feature film debut at age thirteen in Big, starring as the young Tom Hanks; years later, he starred with Christian Bale in Newsies. He has appeared in dozens of films, television shows, and theater productions over a thirty-five year career.  Most recently, David founded the production company UnLTD Pictures. He has executive produced more than twenty feature films, including Under the Silver Lake, To Dust, Strawberry Mansion, and Wild Nights with Emily. He also directed the thriller Desolation.  David develops mixed-income sustainably green apartment buildings. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and children.   David and Noah talk about a multitude of topics, covering how your food choices affect your environment and community.  The importance of following the journey your food takes before landing on your plate and then in your body.  Humans have worked very hard to make life easier for ourselves, but we have actually created a blockade that has ended up hurting us.  So listen to find out how food gathering can positively affect you and your family, and how it’ll result in a happier, healthier, and more intelligent family.  And make sure to listen to hear the most difficult thing David ate during his travels!   Below are some great resources to find quality food from sustainable farms that pay their workers living wages.   https://slowfoodusa.org https://foodtank.com/ https://www.farmworkerjustice.org/ https://www.roundriver.org/ https://www.greenpeace.org/usa/ https://www.ucsusa.org/about

In this episode, Noah is joined by Chloe Catherine.  Chloe Catherine is a Dynamic Eating Psychology coach who is revolutionizing how we achieve and experience health. Her work dives into not just what someone eats but who they are as an eater and how that impacts their bodies metabolic rate. A teacher of food freedom and doing the deep inner work to find peace with food and body, Chlo’s work has impacted people from around the world.   Chloe and Noah talk about a wide variety of topics, starting with Chloe’s own experiences with anorexia and orthorexia.  What type of exercise women should do depending on what phase of the menstrual cycle they are in.  How damaging the “1,500 calories” per day standard is and other terrible diet trends.  What birth control does to a woman’s body.  But most importantly, the process you can start to love yourself, no matter what size or shape you are in.

In this episode, Noah is joined by his therapist Nathaniel Flatt. Nathaniel Flatt is an eclectic therapist channeling his skillset from evidence based and alternative modalities. He specializes in psychedelic assisted therapy, disordered eating, addiction, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ issues. Nathaniel’s approach is unique in that he melds Western psychotherapy practices with Eastern philosophy and thought, which leads him to approach his practice with an open heart and client-centric collaboration. Nathaniel has guided his clients through daily life struggles, as well as long haul journeys to selfdom and agency. Nathaniel Flatt earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. He is certified through The California Institute of Integral Studies specializing in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research, as well as MAPS.   Nathaniel and Noah talk about a wide range of topics.  From disordered eating and body dysmorphia, to psychedelic assisted therapy.  We hope that this conversation helps YOU normalize feelings of depression and anxiety in your life and to find the ability to talk about it.  Being vulnerable is not a weakness, it is a strength.

In this episode, Noah is joined by his client George Augusto.  George is co-founder and Artistic Director of women’s lifestyle brand STAUD.  He is also a partner of Kitchen Mouse, which is a restaurant, bakery, and caterer in Highland Park.   This episode is a little different than the usual FKFB episode, as we talk more about being an entrepreneur and taking a shot at building your own company.  We cover how important it is to really know yourself to be successful, being okay with failure, and how to operate at your best as a successful entrepreneur.

In this episode, Noah is joined by his friend Lucas Serventi.  Lucas is a business owner, entrepreneur, working model, aspiring actor/writer/director, a fitness and enthusiast AND is also a Fat Kid in a Fit Bod!  We talk about the different relationships we've had with food and our own body dysmorphia.  We explain when we first recognized we were fat: having to wear husky jeans and custom shorts for fat kids.  And how to live your life and have fun, while still maintaining a lean physique and good health.  

In this episode, Noah is joined by his long time friend Gabe Loza.  Gabe is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and currently works in Santa Barbara, CA at Muller and Weber Physical Therapy. Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Physical Therapists and Chiropractors? What should you look for when choosing a physical therapist? We list out the most common injuries and how you can avoid them.  And most importantly.... we discuss why YOU need to have a Strong Butt!

Marijuana.  Mary Jane.  Weed. Pot.  Cannabis comes in many different names and many different forms.  Today, it has become more and more popular.  States are legalizing it for medical and recreational use, and it may be federally decriminalized soon.  Growers, dispensaries, certain health care professionals, and your run of the mill pot-head claim that it can solve and fix many medical issues…. But does it?  Our host, Noah Zimmerman, has been a daily user for the past 5 years, and reviews studies and anecdotal evidence to figure out if cannabis really is the “magical medicine” some claim it to be.  And listen to find out why he has decided to stop being a daily user! Works cited: Desmarais, A., Smiddy, S., Reddy, S., El-Dallal, M., Erlich, J., & Feuerstein, J. D. (2020). Evidence supporting the benefits of marijuana for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis is extremely limited: a meta-analysis of the literature. Annals of gastroenterology, 33(5), 495–499. https://doi.org/10.20524/aog.2020.0516 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; Health and Medicine Division; Board on Population Health and Public Health Practice; Committee on the Health Effects of Marijuana: An Evidence Review and Research Agenda. The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids: The Current State of Evidence and Recommendations for Research. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 2017 Jan 12. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK423845/ doi: 10.17226/24625 Volkow, N. D., Baler, R. D., Compton, W. M., & Weiss, S. R. (2014). Adverse health effects of marijuana use. The New England journal of medicine, 370(23), 2219–2227. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMra1402309 Bonn-Miller MO, Sisley S, Riggs P, Yazar- Klosinski B, Wang JB, Loflin MJE, et al. (2021) The short-term impact of 3 smoked cannabis preparations versus placebo on PTSD symptoms: A randomized cross-over clinical trial. PLoS ONE 16(3): e0246990. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal. pone.0246990 Bahorik, A. L., Sterling, S. A., Campbell, C. I., Weisner, C., Ramo, D., & Satre, D. D. (2018). Medical and non-medical marijuana use in depression: Longitudinal associations with suicidal ideation, everyday functioning, and psychiatry service utilization. Journal of affective disorders, 241, 8–14. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jad.2018.05.065 Amen, D. G. (2018, August 21). Largest brain study of 62,454 scans identifies drivers of brain aging. Largest Brain Study of 62,454 Scans Identifies Drivers of Brain Aging | Journal of Alzheimer's Disease. Retrieved May 22, 2022, from https://www.j-alz.com/content/largest-brain-study-62454-scans-identifies-drivers-brain-aging Lisano, J. K., Smith, J. D., Mathias, A. B., Christensen, M., Smoak, P., Phillips, K. T., Quinn, C. J., & Stewart, L. K. (2019). Performance and Health-Related Characteristics of Physically Active Males Using Marijuana. Journal of strength and conditioning research, 33(6), 1658–1668. https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000002238

Have you wondered whether "Fasted or Fed" exercise is better?  Are you feeling stagnant in your progress in life? A "growth mindset" is one of the most important factors in leveling up in life, but there are a lot factors that can hold you back from achieving a growth mindset.  From negative self talk and feeling overwhelmed to decreasing anxiety and feeling powerful, Noah gives 4 steps that will help you achieve a growth mindset.   He also answers the question, which is better: "Fasted vs Fed" exercise.  Give the episode a listen for information that will help YOU grow!

Going to the gym or starting to workout can be intimidating! It can be intimidating for anyone and everyone, so how do you start and what's the best approach? Tune in for tips on: how to overcome body dysmorphia, how to reverse or slow down aging, and how to start working out!

Keto, Vegan, Jenny Craig…. Oh my! With all the information out there about weight loss, it’s hard to know where to start.  From diet zealots to weight room bros, there is a lot of people in the fitness world telling you there way is the best way… which is often false.  In this episode, Noah will break down how to develop your own way to conquer your fitness goals via nutrition and tips on how to achieve your fitness goals while you still enjoy life.

It’s a tale as old as time: someone makes a fitness goal, and starts off VERY strong… and is quickly overwhelmed and doesn’t reach their goal.  Isn’t motivation supposed to help us? In this episode Noah will discuss how motivation can actually hinder your fitness goals, how you can be intelligently motivated and turn it into discipline, and how to remain disciplined to achieve success.  Self improvement is a difficult and rewarding path, and this episode will help you develop the right framework. So listen to this podcast so YOU can DOMINATE YOUR GOALS!

This podcast will focus on physical and mental wellness and the challenges that make it hard to prioritize your health.  This podcast will tell you how you can eat delicious meals, travel, work, build strong relationships, go to a party here and there, and live the life you want—all while building a body you love.  Listen to this episode to learn more about the host, Noah Zimmerman, and his journey so far.