Life Possible Podcast

12/17/2025

Insulin resistance affects far more people than most realize and often long before a diagnosis ever appears 👀

In this episode, Dr. John Barnes sits down with Lindsay Venn, PA-C, RD, MPH, a clinician uniquely trained in both medicine and nutrition and a founding member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners.

Together, they break down what insulin resistance really is, why it has become so widespread, and how it quietly drives many chronic symptoms. Lindsay explains why this is often not a personal failure and how outdated nutrition advice played a role in today’s metabolic challenges 🧠

They also explore how insulin resistance uniquely impacts women’s health, from PCOS and fertility to perimenopause and menopause, and which labs actually matter beyond fasting glucose 🧪

The episode wraps with a balanced conversation on GLP-1 medications, plus practical ways to support your own metabolic health through nutrition and lifestyle strategies 🌱

If you want a clear, compassionate, science-based conversation about insulin resistance and women’s health, this episode is one to watch ▶️

12/10/2025

What an amazing surprise! Look what I got int the mail today!! A signed copy of "Powerhouse Living: Lead Your Life Like a Resuscitation" by my favorite Metabolic ER Doc - Amy Gutman MD, FACEP!! It is so much more fun to have a physical copy (especially since she took the time to inscribe a message for me) in addition to my electronic copy I go the day it came out!!

This book is a must for anyone who wants to get the most out of their life! This book tells "movers and shakers" how to maximize their "move and their shake!" I love it because you can learn so much from Amy's scientific expertise and experiences and you can literally hear her voice and personality coming through in the words on the page! Put this book on your 2026 reading list for sure!

If you have not watched or listened to Episode 92 of the Life Possible Podcast featuring Amy, check it out here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ap6Z2tx5LQ

12/05/2025

In this flavorful episode of The Life Possible Podcast, John sits down with Chef Roza Phox, founder of JOYFULL, to explore how delicious, healing food can thrive even within Phase 1 “restrictions.”

Roza shares her personal story — how she became a chef, the mission behind JOYFULL’s catered events and “Mother Your Mother” meal prep. She opens up about her own journey with weight, fitness, and finally discovering Ideal Protein. She explains how IP helped her lose fat, reveal the muscle she’d been working for, and why she believes even fit clients can use the protocol strategically to “cut.”
Together, Dr. Barnes and Roza dive into creative Phase 1 cooking, including her favorite spices, flavor hacks, and clever ways to make vegetables irresistible (yes—the wok is back!).

And just in time for the holidays, Roza shares several JOYFULL, Phase-1-friendly recipes:
✨ Espresso Chocolate “Affogato” Cup
✨ JOYFULL Phase 1 “Eggnog” Smoothie
✨ Holiday Herb Croutons
✨ “Charred Carnage” Asian 5-Spice Cabbage

We are sure you will learn some fun new Phase 1 recipes and cooking hacks that you will use right away to help you navigate the holidays this December!!

11/19/2025

Holiday season pressure is real, and Episode 96 is here to help you move through it with confidence. Dr. Dolores Zumbado sits down with Dr. John Barnes to share smart, empowering strategies that help you protect your peace and your goals. ✨

She digs into why holiday cravings feel louder, how simple boundaries actually create freedom, and how to stay centered when family traditions, workplace treats, or food pushers pop up. 🎄

You will hear practical scripts, tips for recovering after a slip, and ways to define the holiday experience you truly want so you step into January feeling strong and proud. 💪

Tune in for support that makes the season feel lighter and more doable. 🎁

11/05/2025

🚨 A Surgeon’s Mission to Keep You Off Her Operating Table!

After nearly a decade performing complex vascular surgeries, Dr. Lily Johnston, MD, MPH realized something powerful — surgery can fix an artery, but not the disease behind it.

In this week’s episode of The Life Possible Podcast, Dr. Johnston joins Dr. John Barnes to reveal how insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction drive vascular disease — and how changing your nutrition can literally save your limbs and your life.

🎧 Tune in to learn:
🩸 How insulin resistance damages your blood vessels
🥑 Why low-carb and therapeutic nutrition can restore vascular health
💪 How to prevent the need for surgery — before it’s too late
👉 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts!

10/23/2025

💭 What if the real key to lasting lifestyle change doesn’t start with diet or exercise?

In this week’s episode of the Life Possible Podcast, Dr. John Barnes talks with Lifestyle Behavior Change specialist Jonathan Boulware about why sustainable transformation begins in the mind—not the kitchen or the gym.

Jonathan shares practical insights you can use right away, including how to:
✨ Build a “Why” strong enough to push through adversity
✨ Rebuild belief after years of negative self-talk
✨ Use “counter-measures” to stay on track through triggers
✨ Release emotional weight and practice self-compassion
✨ Tap into your unique superpowers for long-term success

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of “starting over,” this episode will change how you think about change itself.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 94: The Lifestyle Behavior Change Playbook and get inspired to make your Life Possible.

And for those ready to take the next step, Jonathan is offering 50% off his brand-new 432 Playbook Course launching November 10! Visit youcanbeatobesity.com/lifepossible to learn more.

10/08/2025

The new episode of the Life Possible Podcast is here! 🎙️

Rachell Powell shares her incredible journey of reclaiming her health, energy, and confidence through weight loss. She opens up about how pairing GLP-1 medication with the Ideal Protein Protocol helped her rebuild her body, mind, and lifestyle from the inside out.

If you’re curious about combining medical innovation with a structured nutrition plan, this episode is full of insight, practical tips, and real-world inspiration. Watch or listen now and discover how transformation is possible when science, support, and determination come together.

10/07/2025

There’s a special kind of glow that comes from healing inside and out. Tomorrow on the Life Possible Podcast, Rachell Powell opens up about her journey to reclaim her energy, confidence, and joy through weight loss.

She also shares how pairing GLP-1 medication with Ideal Protein helped her find balance, structure, and lasting results.

🎙️ Don’t miss this inspiring new episode dropping tomorrow!

10/02/2025

Think working out has to be complicated? Think again. 🚶‍♀️ Zone 2 cardio is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support your health. You do not need a gym, special gear, or hours of free time to make it happen.

All it takes is a steady walk, a buddy for accountability, and a pace where you can still hold a conversation (but maybe not sing a whole song). Simple, doable, and surprisingly powerful.

✨ Every step matters, the right habits make them last. Get personalized habit tools with our Fall Focus Quiz here: https://idealprotein.outgrow.us/feelgoodwithip

09/23/2025

Holy WOW! Look who surprised us today at Life Possible Studios!!!!

What an honor it was to have the founding physician of Ideal Protein, Dr. Chanh Tran Tien stop by our Ideal Protein clinic and podcast studio!!

Stay tuned Ideal Protein Nation - the future is very bright!!!

09/15/2025

Join Us This Thursday Night!!!

🏃‍♂️ Want to unlock a simple strategy for fat burning and better energy?

Join John Barnes, DC, Ideal Protein Scientific Advisory Board Member and Life Possible Podcast Host, for our Feel Good Fall Facebook Live on Sept. 18 at 7:30 PM EST.

🎙 Dr. Barnes will break down the power of Zone 2 exercise, a steady, effective form of cardio that boosts fat burning, supports metabolic health, and helps you maintain lasting results. He’ll share practical tips you can integrate into your daily routine this fall for more energy, endurance, and long-term success.

Don’t miss the chance to see how science meets real-life strategies for a healthier, stronger you! RSVP Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BCxaezQfv/

09/10/2025

🚨 New Episode Alert!

Emergency Room physician Dr. Amy Gutman—better known as Tough Love MD—doesn’t sugarcoat the truth about what’s really killing her patients. In this powerful conversation, she pulls back the curtain on a medical system that prioritizes comfort over true health and explains why tough love might be the most compassionate care of all.

From her own journey with obesity and chronic illness to working on the front lines where 85% of patients face preventable disease, Dr. Gutman shares an empowering message of hope: the solution is simple, but not easy—and it starts with nutrition, movement, and self-belief.

🎧 Tune in now to hear why your doctor may not tell you the whole truth, and why Amy’s brand of honesty could be the wake-up call we all need.