Stay Off My Operating Table

By: Dr. Philip Ovadia
  • Summary

  • I was a morbidly obese heart surgeon. Throughout high school, college, med school and surgical training, I followed the U.S. dietary guidelines for both diet and exercise. Yet nothing I did kept the weight off. I just kept getting bigger and bigger.

    Each day in the operating theater I would split open the chests of people just like me. I knew I was heading for the operating table myself if I didn't find solutions that worked.

    In 2016, I finally found a way to lose 100 pounds and keep it off.

    Now - in addition to doing heart surgery - I work to help people just like me get healthy, lose the weight and keep it off. I'm Dr. Philip Ovadia, the rebel M.D. and cardiac surgeon who is working to keep people off my operating table.
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Episodes
  • The Future of Metabolic Health: Inside Low Carb USA with Doug Reynolds #179
    Jan 14 2025

    Doug Reynolds, founder of Low Carb USA and the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners, shares how his personal health transformation led to creating one of the most influential conferences in metabolic medicine. Join us for an inspiring conversation about community building, health advocacy, and the power of unified voices in changing healthcare.

    KEY POINTS

    • Low Carb USA conferences uniquely blend professional and patient education, creating an inclusive community focused on metabolic health
    • The ketogenic lifestyle can significantly improve both physical recovery and cognitive function, particularly for those with brain injuries
    • Recent governmental interest in metabolic health suggests a turning point in mainstream acceptance
    • The importance of community and belonging in sustaining health movements and personal transformation

    RESOURCES

    • Book: "The Road to Metabolic Health" by Doug Reynolds - Launching January 22, 2024
    • Low Carb USA Conference Registration: lowcarbusa.org
    • (Use code iFixHearts for 20% discount)
    • Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners: www.smhp.org


    TIMESTAMPS

    00:00 - Introduction of Doug Reynolds 15:30 - Low Carb USA's inclusive approach 25:45 - Mental health and metabolic connection 35:20 - Book launch details 45:00 - Upcoming conference information

    BIO

    Doug Reynolds, an electrical engineer turned health advocate, founded Low Carb USA and the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners. His journey from struggling with personal health issues to leading a global movement in metabolic health has positioned him as a key figure in bridging the gap between medical professionals and patients seeking metabolic health solutions.

    KISMET

    The pivotal moment in Doug's journey came through an unlikely source - a marketing email about exogenous ketones. When the company ran out of product before he could buy it, he decided to try the ketogenic diet

    Send Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, include your contact information.)

    Joburg Meats
    Keto/Carnivore-friendly meat snacks. Tasty+Clean. 4 ingredients. Use code “iFixHearts” to save 15%.

    Chances are, you wouldn't be listening to this podcast if you didn't need to change your life and get healthier.

    So take action right now. Book a call with Dr. Ovadia's team.

    One small step in the right direction is all it takes to get started.

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    Stay Off My Operating Table on X:

    • Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts
    • Jack Heald: @JackHeald5

    Learn more:

    • Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon.
    • Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts
    • Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health
    • Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com

    Theme Song : Rage Against
    Written & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey
    (c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings

    Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

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    47 mins
  • The Ziglar Way to Better Health: Replace Bad Habits with Good Ones - Tom Ziglar #177
    Jan 7 2025

    Tom Ziglar, CEO of Ziglar Inc. and son of legendary motivator Zig Ziglar, shares his personal health journey and the mindset principles that led to his success. After years of carrying extra weight, Tom made a simple commitment to 30 minutes of daily movement. While exercise alone didn't lead to weight loss, reading Dr. Ovadia's book helped him understand the missing piece - proper nutrition with adequate healthy fats. By applying the Ziglar performance formula of Attitude x Effort x Skill = Performance to his health journey, Tom lost 25 pounds and reduced his waist size from 47.5 to 39 inches. He emphasizes that lasting change requires feeding both the mind (through continuous learning) and the mitochondria (through proper nutrition). Tom's approach shows that sustainable health transformation comes from replacing bad habits with good ones while maintaining the right mindset through daily education and inspiration.

    NOTABLE QUOTE

    "What you feed your mind determines your appetite. And that's literal and figuratively." - Tom Ziglar

    Featured Links: https://ziglar.com - Learn more about Tom's work and coaching https://stayoffmyoperatingtable.com - Dr. Ovadia's book and resources





    Send Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, include your contact information.)

    Joburg Meats
    Keto/Carnivore-friendly meat snacks. Tasty+Clean. 4 ingredients. Use code “iFixHearts” to save 15%.

    Chances are, you wouldn't be listening to this podcast if you didn't need to change your life and get healthier.

    So take action right now. Book a call with Dr. Ovadia's team.

    One small step in the right direction is all it takes to get started.

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    Stay Off My Operating Table on X:

    • Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts
    • Jack Heald: @JackHeald5

    Learn more:

    • Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon.
    • Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts
    • Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health
    • Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com

    Theme Song : Rage Against
    Written & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey
    (c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings

    Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

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    56 mins
  • Inflammation, Cell Health and the Hidden Dangers of Processed Oils - Brian Peskin #176
    Dec 31 2024

    While fish oil supplements are widely promoted for brain health, the brain only needs 2-6mg of DHA per day, and the typical fish oil capsule provides 600mg - a massive 40-100x overdose that can deplete crucial antioxidants.

    EPISODE SUMMARY

    Professor Brian Peskin, an MIT-trained engineer turned medical researcher, presents groundbreaking insights about essential fatty acids and cellular health. He explains that 25-33% of our cell membranes are made up of parent essential oils (PEOs) - primarily parent omega-6 and parent omega-3. When these essential building blocks are replaced with processed oils or excessive fish oil supplements, it impairs cellular oxygen absorption and energy production, leading to chronic inflammation. This cellular dysfunction underlies many modern diseases including heart disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. Contrary to popular belief, properly sourced organic omega-6 oils are not inflammatory - rather, it's the processing of these oils that creates harmful compounds. Peskin details how getting the right balance of unprocessed parent omega-6 and omega-3 oils, while avoiding processed versions, can help reduce inflammation, improve blood pressure, and even reverse coronary calcium buildup. He emphasizes the importance of organic oils and supplements to counteract the ubiquitous processed oils in our food supply.

    NOTABLE QUOTE

    "87 percent of what clogs an artery is the adulterated omega-6, not saturated fat like we were told for 30 years... Saturated fat can't combine with anything. There's no binding space on it. It's saturated. There's nothing open. But we have been so misled."

    https://brianpeskin.com

    Send Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, include your contact information.)

    Joburg Meats
    Keto/Carnivore-friendly meat snacks. Tasty+Clean. 4 ingredients. Use code “iFixHearts” to save 15%.

    Chances are, you wouldn't be listening to this podcast if you didn't need to change your life and get healthier.

    So take action right now. Book a call with Dr. Ovadia's team.

    One small step in the right direction is all it takes to get started.

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    Connect with Stay Off My Operating Table on X:

    • Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts
    • Jack Heald: @JackHeald5

    Learn more:

    • Personalized health coaching
    • Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon.
    • Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts
    • Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health
    • Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com

    Theme Song : Rage Against
    Written & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey
    (c) 2016 Mercury Retro Recordings

    Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

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    1 hr and 10 mins

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