FASTer Way Podcast

Today, I welcome Dr. Lauryn, a specialist in gut health and wellness.

Dr. Lauryn shares her personal journey of overcoming an eating disorder and her subsequent passion for functional medicine. She emphasizes the importance of gut health in overall well-being, explaining its connection to the immune system, brain health, hormones, and detox pathways.

She also shares her approach to gut health, which focuses on real food, an active lifestyle, and stress management.

"Gut health goes beyond just bloating and constipation, it really is connected to your head, your health, and your heart."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• The gut and it’s connection to your overall health

• The power of community and a positive mindset

• How the gut testing process works

• Why modifying the gut microbiome can help your metabolism

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

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Connect with Dr. Lauryn: https://drlauryn.com/

In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Pete Sulack, a chiropractor from Knoxville, Tennessee, as he shared his incredible journey into the wellness industry.

Dr. Sulack emphasizes the importance of resilience in maintaining good health. He provided a roadmap to becoming more resilient, which included incorporating movement, exercise, and addressing vulnerabilities caused by stress.

It was fascinating to hear him discuss the various ways we can enhance our resilience and improve our overall well-being.

"Resilience is the essence of real health."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• Resilience and its importance in maintaining balance and recovering from stress

• Steps to becoming more resilient, including getting the body back to homeostasis and addressing vulnerabilities left by stress

• Why you need Vitamin C for Overall Health

• The importance of having an advocate and support throughout the health journey

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Connect with Dr. Sulack: https://redeemchiropractic.com/

Follow Dr. Sulack on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redeemchiropractic/

Check out Matthew10: https://www.matthew10.com/

In today’s coach confessionals, we discuss the importance of supplements for health optimization and prevention.

Le and I share our personal experiences with various supplements and the benefits we've observed. We emphasize the importance of personalized supplements, regular testing, and listening to your body.

During the conversation, we discussed the benefits and potential side effects of specific supplements like glutathione, vitamin C, vitamin D, B-complex, and NAD+.

"I have so much to accomplish in this world right and I want to be sure that I have the energy, the strength, the stamina, the longevity in order to do that."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• Why supplements are important for health optimization

• Testing versus guessing

• How supplements have help us on our health journey

• Different forms of supplements and their benefits

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Follow Le on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le_bergin

Today, I’m interviewing Allyssa LaScala, an integrative health practitioner and personal trainer.

She shares her health journey and we discuss various topics, including the prevalence of parasites, the influence of breast implants on health, and the effects of birth control.

Allyssa also provides her top biohacking recommendations.

“If you don't take that holistic approach you're going to have a lot of recurrent issues.”

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• The importance of being your own health advocate

• Recommendations for a parasite cleanse

• The effects of breast implant illness

• How there isn’t informed consent for women

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Connect with Allyssa: biohackingbombshell.com

Follow Allyssa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biohackingbombshell

In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview Dr. Guillermo Ruiz, a naturopathy doctor. We discussed his journey into wellness, the significance of diet and lifestyle for maintaining good health, and his expertise in working with autoimmune disorders such as Graves disease and Hashimoto's.

Dr. Ruiz opened up about his upbringing in Mexico and how the modernized diet had a profound impact on his family's health. We delved into topics like the paleo diet, the influence of our environment on our immune system, and the importance of taking a proactive approach to our well-being.

Dr. Ruiz also shared some valuable tips for individuals with Hashimoto's and stressed the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle, which includes a healthy diet, regular exercise, effective stress management, and sufficient sleep.

“The most important thing that we can do is not be miserable.”

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• The impact of diet, exercise, and lifestyle on overall health

• Challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle during the holiday season

• The connection between autoimmune thyroid disease and our environment

• Tips for individuals with Hashimoto's, including nutrition and exercise

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Connect with Dr. Ruiz: https://www.3030strong.com/

Today I’m speaking with Dr. Pompa, a doctor who specializes in cellular detox.

We discuss his personal health struggles and how they inspired him to create his thriving practice.

We also dive deep into the importance of finding the root cause for your symptoms, addressing hormone resistance, and what harmful oils you should be avoiding in your diet.

"When you remove the cause, you can watch all of a sudden the body just start this healing process that it was unable to do."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• The importance of addressing the root cause of health issues

• Dr. Pompa's five-step approach to fixing the cell

• The limitations of certain tests and treatments in functional medicine

• The detrimental effects of vegetable and canola oil on health

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Connect with Dr. Pompa: https://drpompa.com/

Watch Dr. Pompa’s webinar: https://pompaprogram.com/

In today’s episode, we are continuing our series called coach confessionals with one of our pro-trainers, Le Bergin.

The topic on the table is morning and evening routines.

We share our own evening and morning routines and how we use them to reflect and relax. Plus we are sharing some of your funny and interesting bedtime habits.

“If you go to bed in chaos or if you wake up in chaos, then that chaos can continue to explode and to ferment and to make things constantly a challenge.”

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• The importance of routines

• Challenges of an evening routine with children

• How gratitude journaling can help you sleep

• Why morning routines are a great way to start the day

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Follow Le on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le_bergin

In this podcast episode, I welcome Dr. Jacob Wilson, the Founder and CEO of Applied Science and Performance Institute (ASPI), and we discussed a clinical trial conducted on the FASTer Way program.

The study aimed to determine if the program could help participants lose fat without losing muscle. And guess what?

The results were incredibly promising! The program proved to be effective in preserving muscle mass while burning fat and what's even more fascinating is that he discovered how our lifestyle choices can actually influence our biological age. In just six weeks, the FASTer Way group managed to decrease their biological age by three years!

“I'm thrilled for our FASTer Way community. I'm thrilled for the world, because now we have the most science backed fitness app out there.”

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• What clinical trial was done with the FASTer Way

• The problem with diets and fitness apps causing muscle loss during weight loss

• Negative outcomes of following government-recommended guidelines for a healthy lifestyle

• Influence of lifestyle choices on biological age

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Check out ASPI: https://theaspi.com/

In this episode, I’m joined by pro-trainer, Le Bergin and we discuss the importance of sleep and share our personal experiences, tips, and remedies for sleep issues.

We talk about the use of melatonin, magnesium, and meditation for better sleep. We also discuss the emotional and physical effects of lack of sleep and the importance of establishing a sleep routine.

I hope that this episode will inspire you to enjoy restful nights and improve your sleep habits.

"I am a mess when I don't sleep."

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• The emotional and physical effects of lack of sleep

• Using melatonin for sleep and potential negative impact on serotonin release

• Different methods for improving sleep, such as deep breathing and establishing a bedtime routine

• The importance of routine and individual differences in sleep needs

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress

Follow Le on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le_bergin

In our VIP membership, we are eliminating sugar in the month of October and for today's conversation, I speak with Dr. Springer from Spectra Wellness regarding how sugar impacts the brain, liver, and gut.

We discuss the surprising causes of type 2 diabetes and chronic disease. Our conversation also covers the role of lifestyle and mindset in managing these conditions.

In this episode, Dr. Springer provides practical dietary tips and clarifies misconceptions about sugar and fruit consumption.

“The digestive system is not just about eating food, it's 80% of our immune system.”

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• Sugar's addictive nature and its effect on the pancreas and insulin secretion

• The role of sugar and lifestyle in prediabetes and type 2 diabetes

• The importance of mindset and commitment to making lifestyle changes

• The relationship between sugar, fat, and belly fat

Links and Resources

Join FASTer Way at www.fasterwaytofatloss.com

Don't forget to check out fasterwayshop.com

Connect with Dr. Springer: https://spectrawellness.com/