How Metabolic Freedom Starts with Ownership: Inspiring Change for Weight Loss and Diabetes With Ben Azadi

Welcome to The Dr. Pompa Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Pompa welcomes his close friend and health leader Ben Azadi, bestselling author and founder of Keto Kamp, for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation.Ben shares his journey from rock-bottom struggling with addiction, obesity, and depression to vibrant health, purpose, and global impact. Together, they unpack the real roots of metabolic disease, why so many Americans are sick despite massive healthcare spending, and how most chronic illness is not just genetic fate, but driven by lifestyle and hidden toxins.You’ll learn why mindset and taking ownership are foundational for healing, and get practical insights about diet variation, burning fat for fuel, reversing type 2 diabetes, and the power of “hormesis” using strategic stress for better health. With heartfelt stories, relatable science, and steps from Ben’s new book “Metabolic Freedom,” this episode will empower you to take control of your health and turn your pain into purpose.Tune in for hope, proven strategies, and the motivation to transform your life starting today!Dr. Daniel Pompa Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpompa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drpompaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpompaTiktok:https://www.tiktok.com/@drpompaTwitter:https://x.com/drdanpompaWebsite: https://drpompa.com/Website: benazadi.comYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/ketokampInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebenazadi?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebenazadiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benazadi/ Topics:Introduction & BackgroundDr. Pompa introduces Ben Azadi and sets the stage.Ben’s initial encounter with Dr. Pompa at a health seminar in 2018.The impact Dr. Pompa’s lecture had on Ben’s understanding of health.Ben Azadi’s Personal Health JourneyChildhood and upbringing:Standard American diet, family dynamics, environment of processed foods.Exposure to drugs and unhealthy habits as a teen.Hitting rock bottom at age 23:Physical symptoms: obesity, high body fat, inflammation, pre-diabetes.Emotional struggles, depression, and suicidal thoughts.The influence of his mother and faith as protective factors.Realization and responsibility:Connection between lifestyle/habits and health.Shifting mindset from victimhood to ownership.Introduction...