https://everybodyshappy.com/Unlocking Health Secrets: Casey Ruff's Guide to Fitness, Nutrition, and FastingIn this Brainspace episode, Curt Derby dives deep into the realms of fitness, nutrition, and fasting with special guest Casey Ruff. Casey, a nutritionist, personal trainer, and radio show host, shares his personal journey from being a chubby kid fascinated by sports to thriving in his career as a health expert. They discuss the impact of diet and exercise on weight loss, the benefits of fasting, and how to navigate through modern dietary myths. From debunking the food pyramid to addressing the mental challenges of diet changes, Casey offers invaluable insights and practical advice for ANYONE looking to improve their health. Casey and Curt also explore the fascinating history of cancer research, the power of intermittent fasting, and why sometimes the simplest dietary changes can make the biggest difference. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting your health journey, this episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiration. Don't miss out on Casey and Curt's engaging conversation!00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:05 Casey's Journey into Fitness03:57 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Starting a Business07:50 Podcasting Adventures13:54 Personal Stories and Reflections38:30 Starting a Low Carbohydrate Diet38:41 Blood Work Results and Cholesterol Concerns39:08 Experimenting with Diet and Cholesterol40:32 Metabolic Psychiatry and Mental Health40:48 Personal Stories of Diet and Mental Health42:46 Research and Community Support43:39 Fasting and Cancer Summary44:10 Diet and Cancer Treatment44:54 Carbohydrates and Metabolic Health55:50 Food and Fitness 20 Questions01:06:44 The Role of Stress in Health01:14:34 Understanding the Carnivore Diet01:15:50 Personal Experiences with Carnivore01:17:58 Genetics and Disease01:19:21 Top Three Exercises for Everyone01:24:31 The Role of Visceral Fat01:27:43 Cold Plunges vs. Cryotherapy01:33:33 Intermittent Fasting and Extended Fasts01:37:18 The Benefits of Fasting01:44:45 Historical Eating Habits and Modern Diets01:50:57 The Origins of Nutrition Guidelines01:52:25 The Power of Independent Thinking01:54:24 Practical Tips for Eating Healthy01:56:02 Navigating Fast Food on a Carnivore Diet02:00:50 Dealing with Food Cravings02:07:21 A Radical Idea for Self-Defense Education02:12:03 Speed Round: Fun and Fast Questions02:18:05 Final Thoughts and Farewell