The Model Health Show

Our sexual health is a critical part of our overall health and well-being, yet it’s one that can be easily overlooked or dismissed. Understanding the role of sexual health can help you better understand yourself, your relationships, and your body. On today’s show, we’re going to have honest and approachable conversations about sexual health, sexual education, pleasure, and desire.  

On this episode of The Model Health Show, our guest is nationally renowned human sexuality professor, Dr. Nicole McNichols. Her new book, You Could Be Having Better Sex, is a guide to understanding desire, improving pleasure, and busting common myths about sex. She’s here to discuss the connection between sexual health and overall health and how to have better sex. 

This conversation covers how your sex life can impact your psychology and sleep, what pleasure is, and how to have better sex and connection. Dr. McNichols is known for her ability to help folks understand how to apply the latest research to their real lives, and I hope you find this interview both entertaining and educational. Enjoy!  

In this episode you’ll discover:

The relationship between sexual health and overall health. (2:47)

Why our society has so much shame around sex. (4:42)

What the media gets wrong about sex. (10:25) 

How long the average sex session lasts. (13:01) 

What pleasure diversity is. (15:30) 

The difference between vaginal and clitoral orgasms. (18:35) 

What it means to have connected sex. (31:00) 

The most common myths about female pleasure. (31:59) 

What responsive desire is. (34:42) 

The #1 thing robbing women of desire. (38:39) 

What the hierarchy of sexual needs is. (56:14) 

How the menstrual cycle can impact pleasure. (1:06:56) 

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For most folks, getting a grip on the foundations of health like nutrition, sleep and exercise, will make a huge difference in how they feel every day. But what do you do when you’re seemingly doing everything right, but still not feeling your best? Today, we’re going to talk about how factors like stress, nature, light, and connection can influence your health and well-being.  

Today’s guest, Drew Canole, is the founder and CEO of Organifi. He’s back on The Model Health Show for a conversation about the hidden stressors that might be stopping you from reaching your health goals, the best supplements for optimal health, and how to juice the right way.  

You’re going to learn about the critical role nature plays in regulating our health and nervous systems, what your sexual health can tell you about your overall health, and what your body needs to heal. Drew is passionate about helping others optimize their health and transform their lives. I hope you enjoy this interview!  

In this episode you’ll discover: 

How Drew’s approach to juicing has evolved. (4:20) 

The health concerns associated with certain juices. (5:47) 

Why separating ourselves from nature is so harmful. (8:52) 

The role the feeling of safety plays in healing. (9:32) 

Breathing exercises you can use to calm your nervous system. (15:05) 

The link between stress and sexual function. (19:47) 

What Shilajit is and its benefits. (23:38) 

How working out can give you more energy. (30:11) 

The value of having a mentor. (35:08) 

Why you need to fill your cup first to be your best self. (45:44) 

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This year, the USDA released a new set of Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The redesigned food pyramid maintains some long-standing recommendations but also introduces a shift away from processed food and toward high protein and healthy fats. These new guidelines have stirred up a lot of controversy, but today, we’re going to break it down in a commonsense way. 

On this episode of The Model Health Show, we’re diving into the history and science of government dietary guidelines. You’ll learn about prior versions of USDA nutritional recommendations and how these policies impact food access for Americans. We’ll also talk about the pros and cons of the guidelines throughout history, as well as today.  

You’re also going to hear about specific studies that outline the importance of proper nutrition for human health, including the truth about dietary fat, how calorie counting actually works, and the impact of high protein diets on weight and metabolism. Most importantly, we’re going to talk about taking control of your and your family’s health. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Model Health Show!  

In this episode you’ll discover: 

What The Farmers’ Bulletin was and its purpose. (0:44) 

How different macronutrients translate to calorie counts. (4:31)  

Common misconceptions about calorie estimates. (5:15) 

How the human body processes ultra processed calories. (6:31) 

The history of the food pyramid. (13:46) 

Pros and cons of MyPyramid. (22:55) 

How obesity rates in the United States have changed in recent decades. (27:12) 

New additions to the USDA’s dietary recommendations. (28:12) 

The truth about saturated fat. (32:48) 

What percentage of the average American’s diet is ultra processed foods. (42:21) 

How the thermic effect of food works. (47:55) 

The health benefits of a higher protein diet. (48:55) 

Why USDA guidelines have an enormous impact on food access. (56:24) 

Who has the ultimate authority over your diet and health. (1:06:03) 

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It’s the time of year when most people begin to drop their New Year’s resolutions. The appeal of a new beginning has faded, and many folks realize the goals they originally set are not realistic or maintainable. But what does it actually take to create sustainable changes in your life? Today, you’re going to learn the keys to getting the results you want.  

Light Watkins is a bestselling author and world-renowned meditation teacher and mindfulness expert. His newest book, The Year You Transform, details what it takes to actually create change in your life and the roadmap to get there. Today, Light is back on The Model Health Show for an inspirational conversation about transformation.  

You’re going to learn powerful principles like how doing less can actually help you achieve more, how to create micro-challenges that over time lead to massive results, and other powerful mindset shifts that are necessary for change. I hope you enjoy this interview with the one and only, Light Watkins!  

In this episode you’ll discover: 

What the three paths to change are. (2:44) 

How to use the tortoise approach to change for lasting results. (4:55) 

The definition of change and what it requires of you. (5:33) 

What it means to take hops of faith. (6:18) 

The power of setting a 7-day challenge. (7:32) 

How to go from normal to elite. (10:01) 

Realistic tips to get more steps per day. (16:10) 

What a free-range mind is. (21:41) 

How to reframe your bad habits. (30:29) 

Why being honest with yourself allows you to improve. (41:23) 

How to create an environment that supports change. (47:04) 

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Most people today realize the numerous health benefits that walking can provide. But in recent years, the trend of walking with a weighted vest has gained a lot of traction. Today, you’re going to learn how weighted walking can improve your health. 

Today’s guest, Michael Easter, is a New York Times bestselling author who is passionate about sharing science-backed strategies you can use to optimize your life and fitness level. On this episode of The Model Health Show, Michael is back for a fascinating conversation on how walking with weight can improve your metabolism, strength, and much more!

You’re going to learn why humans are built to carry weight, and how this movement pattern shaped our evolution as a species. We’re going to uncover how walking with weight can offer the unique combination of both cardio and strength training, and how you can easily incorporate this routine into your everyday life. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Model Health Show! 

In this episode you’ll discover:

Why the human species was designed to walk while carrying weight. (3:21)

How technology has changed our relationship with weighted walking. (4:01)

The science behind how walking with weight can help you lose fat. (6:15)

How using a weighted vest can aid in weight loss maintenance. (10:26)

Advice for preventing injury while walking with weight. (15:25)

How much weight to carry as a beginner. (20:15)

Why carrying weight can improve your lifespan. (32:31)

What NEAT is and why it matters. (37:24)

The importance of going outside for human health. (43:12)


How to get started with weighted walking. (56:45)

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Connect with Michael Easter Website / Substack / Instagram 

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