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Optimal Health Daily, hosted by the esteemed Dr. Neal Malik, a tenured professor, registered dietitian nutritionist, and certified exercise physiologist, is a treasure trove of health and wellness insights. Dr. Neal delves into the latest research and timeless wisdom in nutrition, fitness, and diet, presenting them in easy-to-understand, digestible episodes. His expertise shines through as he handpicks and narrates the most informative and inspiring blog posts, offering practical tips and motivational stories to help listeners on their journey to optimal health. Each episode is a blend of science-based information and real-life application, making it a unique resource for anyone looking to improve their health and wellbeing. Dr. Malik's approach is holistic and inclusive, recognizing the importance of balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness. By focusing on diet, fitness, and nutrition, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your health goals. His engaging narration and the podcast's diverse range of topics make it an essential daily listen for you as you seek to lead a healthier, more balanced life. This podcast is designed for those passionate about diet, fitness, and nutrition. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your diet, improving your fitness, and understanding nutrition. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster a healthier lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of diet, fitness, and nutrition in achieving optimal health. Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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  • 3124: Iron Deficiency Anemia - Iron Supplements and Iron Injections or Intravenous IV Infusions

    3124: Iron Deficiency Anemia - Iron Supplements and Iron Injections or Intravenous IV Infusions
    Sep 19 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3124: Iron deficiency anemia affects nearly a third of the world’s population, and Dr. Neal explains how to recognize it, what causes it, and the safest ways to treat it. He breaks down when tablets, liquid supplements, or injections might be appropriate, and shares practical food combinations that can boost absorption naturally. Listeners will come away with a clearer understanding of how to manage iron levels effectively without risking overload. Quotes to ponder: "Ferritin just refers to the specific type of protein that helps cells, like red blood cells, store iron." "Too much iron CAN be deadly." "When eating these foods, if you can eat other foods that are high in vitamin C at the same time, it may help the body absorb iron." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 3123: Making Time by Emma Scheib with NoSidebar on How to Improve Mindfulness

    3123: Making Time by Emma Scheib with NoSidebar on How to Improve Mindfulness
    Sep 18 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3123: Emma Scheib shares how shifting her relationship with time transformed her daily life from chaotic to calm. By embracing single-tasking, overestimating how long tasks take, and practicing mindful noticing, she shows how perception can stretch time and create a greater sense of ease and presence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/making-time/ Quotes to ponder: “I couldn’t do the impossible, and add more minutes into my day, but I could slow down the time I had been given.” “Rather than rushing through each task on autopilot, I found that if I paid closer attention to what I was doing, time seemed to go a little slower.” “Neuroscientist David Eagleman has called time a ‘rubbery thing’, stating; ‘It stretches out when you really turn your brain resources on, and when you say, ‘Oh, I got this, everything is as expected,’ it shrinks up.’” Episode references: The Brain: The Story of You: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Story-You-David-Eagleman/dp/1101870532 Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain: https://www.amazon.com/Incognito-Secret-Lives-David-Eagleman/dp/0307389928 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 3122: Carbs and Athletes: Friend or Foe? by Nancy Clark on How to Maximize Training Results

    3122: Carbs and Athletes: Friend or Foe? by Nancy Clark on How to Maximize Training Results
    Sep 17 2025
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3122: Carbohydrates are often wrongly demonized in athletic circles, but Nancy Clark highlights how they are the body’s most efficient source of fuel for performance and recovery. She explains the science of carbs, dispels myths around sugar and weight gain, and shares how strategic carb intake can help athletes avoid “dead legs,” sustain energy, and maximize training results. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nancyclarkrd.com/2023/04/21/carbs-athletes-friend-or-foe/ Quotes to ponder: “Excess calories of bread, bagels, and pasta are actually less fattening than excess calories of cheese, butter, and olive oil.” “All carbs, both sugars and starches, are excellent sources of fuel.” “For athletic people who routinely train hard 4 to 6 days a week, carbs should be the foundation of each meal.” Episode references: International Olympic Committee Consensus Statement on Sports Nutrition: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/52/7/439 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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