{"id":13364,"date":"2025-02-20T17:12:20","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T10:12:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13364"},"modified":"2025-02-20T17:12:20","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T10:12:20","slug":"ben-greenfields-weekly-roundup-february-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13364","title":{"rendered":"Ben Greenfield&#8217;s Weekly Roundup: February 14"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2><b>Product Of The Week<\/b><\/h2>\n<h4>::: \ud83e\uddd8\u200d\u2642\ufe0f<b>Save 10% on a 60-Second Stress Hack for Instant Calm &amp; Focus<\/b>\u00a0:::<\/h4>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"5b661f9b-8d2d-480f-ac17-d8aeb9b7f0a6\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\">\n<p><b>You know I\u2019m all about utilizing powerful tools that help me manage stress and stay sharp\u2014like breathwork, meditation, and ice baths. But let\u2019s be real\u2026sometimes, you don\u2019t have time for a 30+-minute routine when stress slams into you mid-meeting, mid-workout, or mid-chaos with the kids.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, you need a FAST way to flip the switch on stress\u2014and that&#8217;s where <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/hoolestemail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VeRelief Prime<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> comes in to help.<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/hoolestemail\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-275084 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1209381290668920.xs4nVQiQvyO9CTpf3dHh_height640-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"HOOLEST wkru 2\/20\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1209381290668920.xs4nVQiQvyO9CTpf3dHh_height640-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1209381290668920.xs4nVQiQvyO9CTpf3dHh_height640.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\"\/><\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This pocket-sized device uses vagus nerve stimulation to instantly shift your nervous system into a state of calm or focus in just 60 seconds. With one press of a button\u2014boom, your heart rate variability (HRV) increases, stress melts, and your brain locks in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/hoolestemail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VeRelief Prime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is backed by science, not hype. Studies show it can:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udd39<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hoolest.com\/blogs\/news\/stimulating-the-auricular-vagus-nerve-on-both-sides-of-the-head-is-safe-and-significantly-reduces-state-anxiety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce anxiety by about 36%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making it<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/joacs\/fulltext\/2017\/05010\/immediate_role_of_two_yoga_based_breathing.5.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> more effective than breathwork<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hoolest.com\/pages\/vereliefresearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">twice as powerful as a placebo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udd39 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hoolest.com\/blogs\/news\/verelief-reduces-state-anxiety-and-increases-hrv-in-ptsd-and-panic-disorder-patients\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boost HRV by 31%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helping to enhance resilience, recovery, and nervous system function for better stress management, heart health, and performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udd39 Can be just as effective as certain antidepressants (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hoolest.com\/blogs\/news\/stimulating-the-auricular-vagus-nerve-on-both-sides-of-the-head-is-safe-and-significantly-reduces-state-anxiety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">including benzodiazepines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) but with zero side effects, no drowsiness, and no dependency.*<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I use VeRelief as part of my wind-down routine, before stepping on stage, and anytime I need a quick mental reset. It\u2019s one of my go-to tools for:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u26a1 Managing stress in the moment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\ude34 Getting deeper, more restorative sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83c\udfaf Locking into deep work\u2014without the need for caffeine or stimulants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VeRelief gives you the power to shift from frazzled to calm in just one minute\u2014no wires, no apps, no fluff required. It&#8217;s nervous system control in the palm of your hand, and what&#8217;s not to love about that?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now&#8217;s the time to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/hoolestemail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">try VeRelief<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because, for a limited time, my audience can save 10% with my exclusive discount code.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udc49 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/hoolestemail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Use code BENGREENFIELD here for 10% off your order<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>*The statements regarding VeRelief and its effects on stress and anxiety relief are based on emerging research and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. VeRelief is a wellness device designed for general stress management and is not a substitute for medical treatment, prescription medication, or professional healthcare advice. Comparisons to benzodiazepines are for informational purposes only and do not imply that VeRelief can replace or replicate the effects of prescription medications. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, especially if you have an existing medical condition or are currently taking medication.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<h4><b style=\"font-size: 18px;\">\ud83d\udce2 This Week in Health &amp; Performance: What the Latest Research Says \ud83d\ude80<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"504\"><strong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"131\">\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f\ud83d\ude4f The World\u2019s Oldest Woman &amp; Her Longevity Secrets: <\/strong>The 116-year-old Brazilian nun, who held the title of the world\u2019s oldest person before recently passing, attributed her longevity to praying for others and loving soccer. Could faith and movement be the ultimate anti-aging combo? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.catholicnewsagency.com\/news\/261437\/116-year-old-brazilian-nun-is-world-s-oldest-human-being\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"501\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Read more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"809\"><strong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"556\">\u23f3 Intermittent Fasting Timing\u2014Does It Matter?: <\/strong>A new study confirms that whether you eat early or late doesn\u2019t impact fat loss, as long as you&#8217;re maintaining a calorie deficit. So, choose the schedule that works best for you! <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39796603\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"806\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">See the study here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"1319\"><strong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"852\">\ud83d\udcaa Ultra-processed Foods &amp; Muscle Loss: <\/strong>Bad news for junk food lovers: higher intake of ultra-processed foods (UPF) is linked to lower muscle mass. Every 1% increase in UPF consumption results in a measurable decline in lean body mass. Want to keep your gains? Stick to real, whole foods. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/nutrition\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2024.1280665\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1234\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Check out the research here<\/a> &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0899900720302665\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1316\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1662\"><strong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1359\">\ud83e\udd69 How Much Protein is <em data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1351\">Too<\/em> Much?: <\/strong>A study found that consuming a high-protein diet (3.4g\/kg\/day) alongside resistance training supports muscle gains and has no negative health effects. So if you\u2019re training hard, don\u2019t fear the extra protein. <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4617900\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1659\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Read the full study here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1662\">\ud83d\udccc <strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"20\">Key Takeaways:<\/strong> The foods you eat, the timing of your meals, and even your mindset may play a bigger role in longevity, muscle maintenance, and performance than you think. Stay intentional, fuel wisely, and keep optimizing!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udd17 <\/span><b>Want to dive deeper?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Click the links above to explore the research and <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.x.com\/bengreenfield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">click here to follow me on X<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for all the latest health and performance news hot of the press! \ud83d\ude80<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>\u270d\ufe0f Last Call to Join the 7-Day Vision Board &amp; Journaling Challenge!\ud83d\udce2<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Every single day, you have two choices: drift through life on autopilot or take intentional action toward the future you actually want. Are you ready to get crystal clear on your goals and start building the life you truly desire?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The challenge officially kicked off February 19, but for ONE more day, <\/span><\/i>you\u2019re invited to join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.golifenetwork.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">LIFE Network<\/a> community for a powerful, live <a href=\"https:\/\/manage.kmail-lists.com\/subscriptions\/subscribe?a=QTWC6n&amp;g=Y5VgHk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">7-Day Vision Board &amp; Journaling Challenge<\/a> designed to help you gain clarity, spark creativity, and set inspiring goals for the next 1, 3, and 5 years.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Journaling has been a game-changer for me\u2014helping me navigate some of the most chaotic seasons of my life. But it\u2019s not just about dumping random thoughts onto paper. It\u2019s a structured, high-impact process that has elevated my spiritual life, relationships, physical health, and mental clarity every single day.<\/p>\n<p>Now, I want to share this powerful practice with you\u2026<\/p>\n<p>This isn\u2019t some fluffy vision board exercise. It\u2019s about training your mind like you train your body\u2014with clarity, purpose, and discipline\u2014so you can start living with intention and creating a future that excites you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\ude80 What\u2019s Inside the Challenge?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>\u2705 LIVE vision board experience \u2013 Craft a vision so compelling it pulls you through even the toughest days.<\/em><br \/><em>\u2705 Guided daily journaling \u2013 Use a proven 5-question framework to enhance spiritual growth, lock in gratitude, and build unstoppable discipline.<\/em><br \/><em>\u2705 Reflect &amp; reconnect \u2013 After 7 days, we\u2019ll come together to celebrate your insights and growth as a community.<\/em><br \/><em>\u2705 Bonus challenges &amp; prizes \u2013 Stay accountable, push yourself further, and win rewards for your creativity and commitment.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 I believe that vision can guide you, discipline can sustain you, and journaling can bring clarity, deepen self-awareness, and align your actions with your goals.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udce2 Don\u2019t miss your chance to be part of this transformational experience before it&#8217;s too late\u2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/manage.kmail-lists.com\/subscriptions\/subscribe?a=QTWC6n&amp;g=Y5VgHk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Join the 7-Day Vision Board &amp; Journaling Challenge Now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<div class=\"RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph Typography Typography--m\">\n<h4><b>Drumroll Please\u2026 \ud83e\udd41 You Can Now PRE-ORDER Your Fully Updated Copy of <em>Boundless<\/em> to *Optimize* Your Body, Mind, and Spirit! \ud83d\udcda\ud83d\udcaa<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\n!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n{if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\nn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\nif(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\nn.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\nt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\ns.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,document,'script',\n'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n fbq('init', '331499753980975'); \nfbq('track', 'PageView');\nfbq('track', 'Lead');\n<\/script><script async defer crossorigin=\"anonymous\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/sdk.js#xfbml=1&#038;version=v8.0&#038;appId=700954607523106&#038;autoLogAppEvents=1\" nonce=\"rGHVguCc\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/article\/wkru2-14-2-20\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Product Of The Week ::: \ud83e\uddd8\u200d\u2642\ufe0fSave 10% on a 60-Second Stress Hack for Instant Calm &amp; Focus\u00a0::: You know I\u2019m all about utilizing powerful tools that help me manage stress and stay sharp\u2014like breathwork, meditation, and ice baths. 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