{"id":10375,"date":"2024-12-17T16:08:04","date_gmt":"2024-12-17T16:08:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/?p=10375"},"modified":"2025-03-17T21:51:57","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T21:51:57","slug":"health-nutrition-and-longevity-bioptimizers-episode-138","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/health-nutrition-and-longevity-bioptimizers-episode-138\/","title":{"rendered":"Health, Nutrition, and Longevity with Wade Lightheart of BIOptimizers (Episode 138)"},"content":{"rendered":"
Episode 138 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast<\/a> invites Wade Lightheart to the mic to discuss many topics including his vegan lifestyle, exercise, changing your family's culture, and our body's need for magnesium. Many very good topics are covered in today's podcast.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In Episode 138<\/a>, <\/span>Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and Wade Lightheart, President\/Director of Education and Co-Founder of BIOptimizers, delve into the intricate relationship between health, nutrition, and longevity. Wade shares how his own journey led him to prioritize health and performance, influenced by his sister's battle with cancer. They discuss the modern health crisis, emphasizing the disconnect between available knowledge and actual health outcomes. The conversation explores dietary principles, the importance of satiety, and the role of environment and social influences in shaping health behaviors. Wade advocates for personalized nutrition and the need for a supportive community to foster lasting health changes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Wade and Dr. Anthony further discuss various aspects of health, nutrition, and fitness, particularly focusing on plant-based diets, the importance of genetic testing, and the need for regular health monitoring. They explain how strength training should adapt as one ages, emphasizing the significance of magnesium in overall health and the creation of a healthy family culture that promotes wellness and fitness. The dialogue highlights the necessity of understanding individual health needs and the role of lifestyle choices in achieving long-term health goals.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Wade T. Lightheart is a Certified Sports Nutritionist Advisor and president\/director of education and co-founder of BIOptimizers. As a plant-based and drug-free athlete for more than two decades, Wade is a three-time National Natural Bodybuilding Champion who competed in both the IFBB Mr. Universe and the INBA Natural Olympia by the age of 31. At the age of 50, Wade came out of retirement to win the Open Men's and Grand Master's Categories at the INBA lronman International, then competed at The PNBA Natural Olympia. Six months later, Wade successfully ran his first marathon in four hours.<\/span><\/p>\n Website: <\/span>https:\/\/bioptimizers.com\/fitfatherproject<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n YouTube: <\/span>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/bioptimizers<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Instagram: <\/span>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bioptimizers\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Facebook: <\/span>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BiOptimizers\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n X: <\/span>https:\/\/x.com\/bioptimizers<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n TikTok: <\/span>https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@bioptimizers<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\nKey Takeaways<\/b><\/h2>\n
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The Magnitude of Sunlight and Light Exposure:<\/h2>\n