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You might know Ben Azadi as a leading figure known for his bestselling book "KetoFlex" and his deep understanding of how the body can heal itself. However, in the Biohack Yourself Documentary, Azadi candidly sat down with Anthony Lolli and Tereza Hakobyan-Lolli, recounting a pivotal moment from his past.

Azadi grew up in Miami, the son of Iranian immigrants. His mother worked two jobs, leaving Azadi to deal with life on his own, which led to unhealthy habits and depression. By 24, Azadi weighed 250 pounds and felt hopeless. However, his life changed when he discovered motivational books and the idea of taking responsibility for his own life. Inspired by figures like Dr. Wayne Dyer and Tony Robbins, Azadi lost over 80 pounds and improved his mental health.

“I was obese physically, obese mentally. I was depressed, suicidal, and hung out with the wrong crowd,” Azadi explained in the documentary. “This transferred into my adulthood where back in 2008, I was 24 years old and 250 pounds. I was lost in life, looking on the internet for ways to end my life. Every time I explored suicide, I just kept thinking about my mom and the devastation she would have to deal with if I took my life.”

Azadi believes that the human body can heal itself if given the right conditions. He teaches his followers to identify and remove obstacles, allowing the body's natural healing processes to work. While he supports keto and carnivore diets, he also sees the benefits of plant-based diets for short-term use. This approach reflects how our ancestors ate, adjusting their diets with the seasons to stay healthy.

“When you change the foods, it stresses your mitochondria and stresses your gut microbiome and it creates more diversity,” he said in the Biohack Yourself Documentary. “That's where the magic happens.”

Azadi also promotes biohacking, which means using simple techniques to achieve health goals. Some of his favorite biohacks include practicing gratitude and positive thinking, which can reduce inflammation and improve well-being. He also recommends physical stressors like cold plunges and saunas to boost mitochondrial health and resilience. "We know that cold plunging is terrific. Putting your body in the state where it thinks you're going through the ice age, also stimulating mitochondria, producing more mitochondria that create brown fat," he explained.

In his book "KetoFlex," Azadi explains that ketosis is a natural state of metabolism, not just a fad diet. He stresses the importance of high-quality fats and warns against harmful polyunsaturated fats found in many processed foods. He also highlights the mind-body connection, teaching that symptoms are signals of imbalance and should not be ignored. “I make the case that symptoms are a gift from your innate intelligence, let's pay attention to them,” Azadi noted.

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Azadi's teachings are available through Keto Kamp Academy, an online platform where members can learn and apply his principles with the help of trained health coaches. Through his academy, lectures, and books, Azadi aims to help people achieve both physical and mental health.

In his participation in the Biohack Yourself Documentary, Azadi hopes to share an important message: believing in the body's ability to heal itself is the greatest biohack. He shows how positive thinking and belief can significantly impact health, much like the placebo effect. Azadi’s story demonstrates the power of belief, knowledge, and resilience, proving that with the right mindset and tools, the body can overcome almost any health challenge.

“We have a choice,” he said. “Faith and fear both demand for us to believe in something we cannot see. You choose. Why not choose the placebo effect?”

You might know Ben Azadi as a leading figure known for his bestselling book "KetoFlex" and his deep understanding of how the body can heal itself. However, In the Biohack Yourself Documentary, Azadi candidly sat down with Anthony Lolli and Tereza Hakobyan-Lolli, recounting a pivotal moment from his past.

Azadi grew up in Miami, the son of Iranian immigrants. His mother worked two jobs, leaving Azadi to deal with life on his own, which led to unhealthy habits and depression. By 24, Azadi weighed 250 pounds and felt hopeless. However, his life changed when he discovered motivational books and the idea of taking responsibility for his own life. Inspired by figures like Dr. Wayne Dyer and Tony Robbins, Azadi lost over 80 pounds and improved his mental health.

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In his book "KetoFlex," Azadi explains that ketosis is a natural state of metabolism, not just a fad diet. He stresses the importance of high-quality fats and warns against harmful polyunsaturated fats found in many processed foods. He also highlights the mind-body connection, teaching that symptoms are signals of imbalance and should not be ignored.

Azadi's teachings are available through Keto Kamp Academy, an online platform where members can learn and apply his principles with the help of trained health coaches. Through his academy, lectures, and books, Azadi aims to help people achieve both physical and mental health.

In his participation in the Biohack Yourself Documentary, Azadi hopes to share an important message: believing in the body's ability to heal itself is the greatest biohack. He shows how positive thinking and belief can significantly impact health, much like the placebo effect. Azadi’s story demonstrates the power of belief, knowledge, and resilience, proving that with the right mindset and tools, the body can overcome almost any health challenge.

“We have a choice,” he said. “Faith and fear both demand for us to believe in something we cannot see. You choose. Why not choose the placebo effect?”