Steve Harvey | Overcoming Sugar Addiction, Getting Your Energy Back, and Making An Impact

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Get ready to laugh and hear the powerful transformation of what can happen when you know exactly what your body needs (and needs to avoid.) Steve Harvey is on the podcast and shares how powerful it has been working with Gary Brecka, going from the worst his health has been and 5/5 risk factors for the leading killer in the world, Metabolic Syndrome, to sitting down for this conversation with 0/5 risk factors not even 7 months later. Steve talks about how he’s been able to overcome sleep apnea, and take on his busy work schedule from an empowered and energized place - no longer relying on taking multiple 5 Hour Energy shots to get him through the day. We also talk about how harmful sugar is and how Steve overcame his sugar addiction. Steve also shares his inspiration behind the foundation he and his wife run, and how God has blessed them with ways to impact more and more people.
HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Introduction to Steve Harvey
03:00 Health issues Steve Harvey had that led him to finding Gary.
09:00 The leading killer in the world, and symptoms that you are at risk.
12:45 The results Steve got quickly after following Gary’s plan and supplementing his deficiencies.
18:00 What are some things improving your health has enabled you to do?
23:15 How did you come to create the product L’Evate You?
28:15 Steve’s daily routine.
30:30 The power of cold plunges.
40:15 What is the Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation?
48:30 Let’s play a game of Family Feud with Steve, Gary Brecka style.
57:00 What does your chef do to make your paleo diet taste great?
1:10:00 What does it mean to be an ultimate human?
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[@steveotatooed]

In my life ive quit cocaine, weed, alcohol, cigarettes and none of them are harder to quit then sugar

[@loristromski1334]

Agreed completely

[@valeriew5934]

Amen Steve

[@steveotatooed]

@valeriew5934 Im.doing Andy Frisellas 75 hard and I havent had sugar in over 3 weeks but I still want it haha

[@jonnyruffles5310]

I too have quit all of the above and I too second this statement. 100 percent true.

[@steveotatooed]

@@jonnyruffles5310 Sugar is a monster lol

[@Helenkeys927]

The way I quit sugar was going carnivore/keto lifestyle I get no cravings anymore at all

[@emiliarose18]

You are so right. I went ketovore and no moresugar craving going on 10yrs

[@Sheryleization]

How long did it take?

[@MetubeYoutube]

How’s your cholesterol though lol

[@LauraB.335]

@@MetubeKZbin- I mean no disrespect when I say this, but people who know nothing about cholesterol ask this question a lot. What researchers are finding is that overall high cholesterol, as well as LDL mean very little. In fact, they’re now determining that a high LDL can be protective of the heart, especially as we age. What matters more is the triglyceride to HDL ratio. Another thing is statins are completely useless and lead to horrible side effects, including increased risk of Alzheimer’s. We have been lied to so much about cholesterol and saturated fat. No wonder 93% of American adults are metabolically unhealthy/insulin resistant.

[@AndreaNelson-nt7kx]

Same and fasting and water

[@aleksandrnastin6669]

I'm 32 I did 6 months NO processed sugar, no cookies, no soda, cakes, syrups, ketchup... anything that has added sugar.. no gums, tik toks... lost 6.5 kg high blood pressure was 139..149 back to 118...115 feel great, wake up 730am easily 😅 recover quick saved lots of money from not buying sweets... no medications...😊 only water 💧 for drinking Merry Christmas! Be Wise and committed!!!! 😊

[@gordonpi8674]

Only 6.5 kg, should be more😊

[@sharongreenwood3500]

3:16 ​@@gordonpi8674

[@susannefitzpatrick9955]

The quote actually is: "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels" (Kate Moss)

[@Jesussaveslifes1]

Yes, because "apparently"was skinny through drugs! Yes she feel good!

[@countrysister700]

That quote is lots older than Kate but it's a good one.

[@pr.vett205]

Wake up every morning, listen and fill my head with good info, you are what u eat, u are who u hang around, and the information you fill your brain with matters, cause that’s what u put out in the world.. so be smart. fill your brain with nothing but positivity, the results will follow.

[@MIKESTREED]

Steve is a great human. Glad to see he is going to be with us longer

[@juantrump2204]

Steve Harvey is not a great human. He’s a plant that sold his soul to the devil long ago.

[@unitedstatesdale]

Steve saved my life 14 years ago. Thanks Steve

[@miapax1962]

How?😍

[@mexicanpapi33]

Im 28 and was eating a lot of sugar everyday and I also was having acne that appeared out of nowhere. I couldn’t figure out what was causing my acne. I exercised everyday ran about 4 miles everyday and I still couldn’t get my acne under control. I was on acne medication and nothing was helping. I checked my diet and realized I was eating a ton of sugar. I completely cut off sugar for a month and my acne started disappearing. It was hard because everything I thought was healthy had added sugar and included sugar but I did it through salads and healthy protein like plant. It’s been 3 month with no acne and my body also became less inflamed. I’m still going strong without sugar and it’s the best thing that ever happened to me.

[@BushidoCodee]

I’m 28 eat too trying to make changes, keep it up

[@joshtaylor5766]

Do you still eat carbs or no carbs at all?

[@IntentionalCarnivore]

This was great to see. I lost 296lbs. Reversed T2D, hypertension, NAFLD, sleep apnea, and depression. Cutting sugar and carbs. Eating BBBE ( Carnivore). It’s truly amazing how much the addiction to sugar, carbs, and junk wrecks our bodies.

[@Jasmine-pz4hu]

Wow!! 296?! Way to go! Great work and congratulations!

[@tonimcdaniel9110]

You are an amazing human being .God Bless you.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️🌹

[@ohwills3885]

Two important things in life are your health and your time..🎉❤

[@be4realz]

I would like to listen who is average income, going through this program. Most of us, dont have a chef. So the level of commitment is completely different. If these guys made their own meals, how easy is the commitment???

[@KimberleySprowl]

This is probably the best comment I have read so far.

[@Pocalover]

Commitment is a choice. It is not related to your bank account.

[@daytonvalleydeals6056]

​@@Pocalover correct but these tests are $$$! Not to mention all the supplements...

[@nikiptranquille767]

Thats was the same question my husband and I had 😂😂😂😂

[@Frigger20]

Easy. Throw your meat and veg in a pan. Cook. Done. Too hard ? Shove a bowl with (preferably) fatty cheap meat in a slow cooker, microwave or whatever else, push button, done. Just pick the cheapest meat you can find. It’s also the best for your health. Look up ‘carnivore’. Eat lots of eggs. That kills hunger and cravings. Don’t eat when not hungry. Cut out meals accordingly. You’ll become perfectly happy eating every so often in a short time needed to adapt. Adaptation can get weird but it passes.

[@MysteryChildOfficial]

10X health is changing a lot of peoples lives. One day I hope to see 10X health in all states providing top tier healthcare for all Americans. This within itself could save us. Why? When people are optimized, have good mental health, and feel good they are less likely to make terrible decisions that impact our society.

[@jdtippet7002]

Why not say worldwide helping all people. So weird to say just Americans

[@nikkihemans6073]

My favorite episode. Steve is so down to earth and relatable

[@adz333]

One suggestion for you Gary, show us the results of the guests blood and gene work. Then go more specifically into what it is and what you did to fix it. It would elevate the show and make it 100 X more interesting

[@gentleman0678]

That’s fine line i don’t think he would want to cross, because of HIPAA laws that protects patients privacy.

[@justinw9923]

Amen

[@bitburg40]

He wouldn’t make any money. Go to his website and all the information you get is access to a gene test for $600. This guys helps the rich and famous people only. 🤪

[@hecklerkoch2446]

It wouldn't cross hipaa laws(block out all personal information). I would love to see the info on a chart......what mutations vs what supplements to take......PLEASE GARY!!!

[@AT0525]

He did show all the blood work results before and after on Dana white’s interview

[@_Julian__]

I struggle with food addiction. I’ve had up and downs with my weight and injuries that keep me from working out and even playing guitar. I’m just needing to quit sugar and these addictions. My health is rough from liver to kidneys and probably more. I just appreciate this video and honesty as well. I’m gonna just try to eat healthy and be able to have my life back, play music again where I’m never in pain and I finally am not unhealthy. Amen! God bless you three and all on here! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@joelgoldberg2040]

37:00 Tip to avoid buying bags of ice every time” that’s on how I’ve done it, save your empty water bottles etc fill it with water freeze it, after using it freeze it again, you can start with a few bottles then you can add as much as you need too,

[@tonimcdaniel9110]

It’s not good to freeze plastic.It leaches into your water.Be careful😊

[@hulamei3117]

Yesss!

[@tonimcdaniel9110]

Please donot freeze plastic bottles not good for you.Also donot leave plastic bottles sitting in your car in the sun.

[@CulturedGem]

I quit drinking table wine three years ago -filled with sugar- and have lost 25 pounds without even trying. Now I am working on the rest of me. I was totally amazed, totally.

[@jamesbrackiniv]

Love to see this Gary, Steve is a LEGEND. Grateful to have had you on my podcast!

[@annesw5471]

Discovered Gary on Steve Bartlett's DOAC podcast and LOVED IT! Now I watched my fave comedian Steve Harvey say how much this helped him... wow!! 🎉👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@bobmarsh8357]

Gary and Sage. proud to see what my friends and clients have accomplished!!!! You guys are amazing!!!!!

[@jonisiegel6260]

I love that you share how to do this on a budget! It's so true and I love it!!

[@AB2008.]

A THOUSAND THANK YOU'S TO YOU STEVE for sharing this with us! Love you!

[@MoMindSetCrypto]

The information will change everyone's life. Better digestion, better detox and energy and more, it's the ultimate program!

[@ajmillertime512]

Steve looks great.. love seeing positive transformation.. real change..

[@tmoney7643]

Why these podcast sound like something that would be on my TV at 3am.

[@MIKESTREED]

Gary Brecka should be advising on how to rewrite our healthcare system

[@Mowtivated1]

This guy is changing lives for real one at a time

[@mariaprice5972]

Not all can afford this it would be great if we could..

[@DebraJackson-yp8oq]

I love cold water therapy and got into it a few years ago using cold showers and unheataed pools, the Pacific ocean, and cryotherapy, etc. It feels AMAZING! I tell myself "this cold is my friend". It works every time to get my mindset right.

[@edmundodiaz1296]

Steve harvey in your podcast , Maaannn im sold this man is a legend im ordering soon

[@rongomez6672]

Man! This is such valuable information! Simple but so effective!

[@mralir.s3711]

I love you Gary you are inspiring me and giving me hope to be healthy and live again i am on this journey to fit and healthy again and one day i will reach that goal and live a better healthy life style

[@tonybennet5312]

I just came across your channel. This was good. I walked away with a ton of valuable information. I even took notes lol. Like Steve I loved ice cream, cakes and cookies, but I love me more. I'm learning to live without the sweets. Somedays are better than others but I'm maintaining. I got this.

[@ritabogdanoff1674]

Thank u for this info very helpful and if Steve Harvey is reading this you are very motivating

[@denisesantiago4640]

Welcome to the club Mr. Harvey. You look amazing. I quit sugar, wheat and processed foods many years ago and im the only one in my family that does not have any medical issues. I was 174 pounds, and now im 125 lean.

[@jonbriscoe]

This is so far my favorite episode. I’m a person who wants to hear how things work exactly and it was great to hear precisely how he did his routine. His amino’s I’m assuming as part of the 30/30/30 plan to lose fat. Can you do steady state for 15 min to finish the oxygen hyper max bag and then keep going the remaining 15 min, as part of 30/30/30? Please advise.

[@amarealemneh640]

This guy Man I love what he did this God work Gary keep it up

[@quinte273]

Enjoyed this informative podcast. Hoping one day, 10X expands into Canada, specifically the Toronto area

[@suedavis7451]

I ❤️Steve Harvey. He’s so funny and kind.

[@queenstorm439]

I used to do it in the 80's when I used to go to Jack' a lane Gym the pool was very cold 🥶 but what it does is close up your pores after your workout. BECAREFUL Check with your Dr. Good job, Steve

[@jackkotze1856]

Great job, this podcast is going places

[@denisdreni9193]

Yes...i remember the ice machine in the Miami place...i have used it...Gary was caring enough to let me use the last few pounds of ice that it had made...that is Ice Bath on a budget...for sure...and the next step up is a Chiller that works for you 24 hrs a day...when there is a will there is a way

[@LivingRadiant]

Great interview! Loved it! Funny too, of course with you, Steve in the show! ❤

[@Specialkfree]

I just took the plunge and ordered the genetic test. I can’t wait!!

[@coachrosemendoza]

I watched the entire thing ! Can't wait fo mo ! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@charliechedid5315]

For those overseas without access to 10x Health, can you make a video about how to read a Methylation test and which deficiencies require which supplementation?

[@melanieharris5595]

Great interview, I’m going to try those “simple changes”

[@stacybremner8572]

The blood test sounds amazing and helpful. Do you have staff who interprets that test? How does that work?

[@loudroarTV]

😆@33:21 steve is freakin hilarious!!! thanks for sharing your journey. @gary these episodes are golden learning tools. Thank you for sharing these podcasts.

[@AfiDeSouza-qf6nf]

This Is very encouraging if food discipline can change our Sugar level, then everyone can do it.

[@Jaybushy98]

Every day For the last 30+ years I finish my showers with some cold water NYC cold water Can’t say it makes me healthier but absolutely love it Start the day with some real ambitions and fresh attitude

[@LashusJourney]

Amazing! I started doing it over a year ago, I’m going to start doing the ice water now. I’m learning so much out here and applying it to my own life.

[@lstruggy]

Started cold shower today after my shower did 1 min at first it was painful but it wasn’t that bad felt great after will eventually double that or triple it!

[@WellingtonPlaceLasVegas]

Mission accomplished: hilarious and informative! Thank you.

[@1MamaMSG]

My son started the cold water plunge also! He is paying attention to you!!!

[@FrancescoMarelli84]

Please please please Gary & team have a sitdown with Brian Johnson at some point (The Blueprint) and it will be the best podcast EVER on longevity ❤😊 it will inspire soooo many beyond the amazing work both of you are already doing ...

[@kimj.hillsr.6017]

Thanks for this information ❤

[@neckupfitness3274]

I bought a cold plunge for $180 bucks and it's basically just a big cold bag, but works. I have a grounding sheet and I do the breathe work daily. Game changers! I recently purchased the 10X multi-vitamins and can tell a difference already. Good stuff!

[@janamcguire8180]

What kind of cold plunge did you buy?

[@neckupfitness3274]

I got the IcePod....works fine for me. In the summer, I just buy some ice but use huge water jugs and just freeze them. I live in Northern California, so summers can be hot, but like now, it's 32 degrees at night, so not using anything but 2 big water jugs on occasion. @@janamcguire8180

[@donnalg]

Where do you get the 10 X vitamins?

[@CH-jo4wp]

Gary! Please bring 10X health to Houston!!

[@johnnicholson3314]

I’m older than you, sir, but I certainly am keep keeping everything in control with meds. Fortunately, for me I take a lot of vitamins, minerals , supplements,keep sugar, low, I work out like when I was bodybuilding. I keep my mind sharp. Those are the keys,kids should acknowledge, that hold us well aged people with great wisdom.

[@beckyh11002]

love the work you’re doing, Gary. Saw your first on Diary of a CEO. Found your podcast from there. I wonder if you could give us ideas of how to access someone like you to help us normal, not-super-rich people. I had a doctor who ordered the gene test and I have the results but he left the practice for something else and I never got help to understand my results or what to do with them. Suggestions would be great. Am in Austin, Tx and I have many health problems despite eating healthy for 30 yrs, and doing many alternative and other things. Have a traumatic brain injury now as well as many of the things Steve H had. Thanks so much

[@marthaurenda1326]

God bless Steve Harvey. I hope god gives you even more 🙏🏼

[@VeronicaRenaeMUA]

I would love for you guys to bring Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece. They would be great to see!

[@janicemurphy4373]

100% great 👍 show, so inspiring and informative, love, love, love it thank you 🙏!!!!!!!

[@wcstout33]

Gary I appreciate what your doing...but how does the average person, who struggles financially day to day, get the information and guidance you offer?

[@hannahwilson4820]

If you start the day with a cold shower, some breath work (Gary recommends Wim Hof breathing which takes 10 minutes), feet on the earth (minimum 6 minutes), exposure to sunlight ideally first thing in the morning and some exercise to help oxygenate your system you can gain a lot of the benefits at zero cost. Get on a Paleo style diet and you’re a good chunk of the way there. You can check a few of the basic nutritional panels with your doctor such as vitamin D, zinc, magnesium, folate etc. The 10X testing protocols would certainly give a lot more personalised insights but there’s so much you can do at home under your own steam. Good luck!

[@seductiondecoded]

you need to start shipping in Canada ! I've been waiting get my tests done but it is still in the US only ...

[@elizabethwilk9615]

It’s painful how many times he says man yet I appreciate him

[@Emily_equestrian24]

Didn't even notice that!

[@gracefulindeed6091]

Thank you for this podcast

[@keanalucas798]

Amazing interview

[@derrickhart6755]

This interview was great lol. It made me laugh and I learned something. Thanks for all of your work Gary!

[@tentwo6350]

DAMN! Steve knew the answer on the bass question!! true fisherman

[@jphillips4509]

Thank you.

[@dee.tyson1]

Great interview!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@PhilTheEar]

I must say, this is some impressive marketing. JRE, Day of a CEO, major headline guests, super quality podcast / sound / camera. Deserved though, my wife and I just went through her DNA panels yesterday and it revealed some very interesting things to us :)

[@paulahamilton343]

Thank you 🙏 this was very informative

[@MommaBear-ed8df]

Been trying to get an md to treat my DS daughter like this, they all think i am crazy.. genetics is the key

[@gaylegonzalez71]

I love Steve, I needed this... went carnivore then lowcarb then sugar crept in....currently struggling

[@michelletan2704]

Same for me. Struggling to get off sugar cravings and carbs. Been wrapping my mind around the fact I need to dig deep and quit sugar. This body pain is awful and i don’t want to have to take pills. Let’s do this people. I CAN QUIT SUGAR!!

[@isaac0079]

It's so hard to beat sugar cravings. The thing I have to tell myself every day is "If I don't do it right today, I never will" I don't want to live my life regretting what I eat every day.

[@gaylegonzalez71]

@@isaac0079 I like that, I will try your strategy

[@therelentlessboss]

Thank you for sharing such an inspiring story. How can lay people access the health services of Gary & his team pls?

[@potatocatwastaken]

"And he's a Christian man" ❤️

[@za9506]

Hey, I love what you do and my personal research for better health (last 10-12 years) has many points of contact, cold water, walking barefoot, breathing, what helps me does not mean that it will help others... the only thing that is a new genetic test, that really rang a bell for me, but unfortunately there is no such test in our country. I have a question, is there a phase in the treatment process that you do with people when the person is not at their best, that is, is there a period when the body throws out what is bad and what has accumulated in it over the years? In my opinion, there should also be such a period when the body undergoes transformation😊 Thank you💜

[@marilunavamu4560]

I wonder if anyone will answer this questions

[@Utubingdlt]

I guarantee if you don't like kale salad it is b/c you are making it wrong - the key is to massage it very very well with your dressing (a simple dressing: pour on organic olive oil, soya sauce (I use vegan soya replacement), fresh crushed garlic or organic garlic granuals (optional) and sea salt). Massage and massage and when you think you are done, massage it more. I've gotten kale HATERS to love kale salad.

[@johnshanks6712]

As a cigar smoker, I would like more info on the Metal Cleanse and why it's recommended after a cigar

[@brentpotuszynski6181]

Who would you go to see to run tests like Steve did? Stuff like leaky gut etc? And what would you ask them to do to you when you go to see someone?

[@cedricfisher3888]

Gary, where does a common person take the gene test? Can you recommend a facility in San Antonio, Texas? Does it require health insurance?

[@firewalkadventures5742]

Absolutely, outstanding!! Been doing the cold showers since March 2023 (I live in the Appalachian Mountains), water is deff cold. 10-X here we come!! Who want to add a firewalk for those kids? 🗣🏆🔥👣

[@Magical_Makeup_UK]

The chairs are giving me croissant 🥐 cravings😩 Great interview new sub!

[@thecarnivorechic]

Bwhahahaha!!!! That's funny

[@sunnyelizabeth2910]

Very funny..you have a creative mind...hehe!

[@dianewimett185]

Theyre really ugly

[@lucyabate9504]

so glad a celebrity got seen days after placing a call. how long would I have to wait........

[@orlandohooks8422]

Just finished a 5 min shoulder to toe immersion in my complex pool . Water temp of about 50 degrees F.

[@andreacheese8048]

My vitamin D is 12 but I have to say Mr. Harvey is a rich man. Well earned. But a regular Joe like me can't afford to see Mr. Brecka

[@NaWesolanute]

Take 20 .000 d3 plus 200 k2 mcg . Your level go to High . My is toxic i feel Great . Im 47 my Health is Great

[@lamarrparker9181]

GREAT SHOW!

[@marimg7292]

Best show ever. Mr Harvey is so funny ❤

[@dipendrasah4255]

Let's goo. I predicted the right guest 💪💯💯💯

[@vericacvetkovic9093]

Can Dr. Brecka tell me why i don't feel any hunger. It's been years now that i eat because i have to. It happened gradually and about 10 years ago i realised i have no hunger. I am 71, feel fine. Had health checks and no problems showed up. Thank you.

[@Dougkim916]

I took my blood and genetic test 3 weeks ago. I have had no results. No contact. No confirmation of receipt. I cannot wait for the results. I am not famous so I just pay and wait. 😢

[@angieperrodin5905]

I feel your pain

[@bendlam1977]

What pemf mat does Steve use or Gary recommends? Thanks!

[@DrummerPunked]

So is the answer to take a test from you and have you tell me what to do after that ?

[@ACE1oqg]

For the everyday person will the gene test give us the info re: diet and supplements?

[@user-wj3cf2tg1f]

When are you coming to the 🇬🇧 we need you over here 👍🏾

[@lstruggy]

Currently on the 16/8 fasting regimen and morning 1 min (for now) cold shower 😮‍💨 after I shower in the morning cause I can’t afford them cold tubs 😂oh yeah baby steps for me rn down 20 lbs and im only halfway done thanks Gary! 🫡

[@Hollywood-rx3rz]

you should do one with Dr. Andrew Huberman. It would be very cool to see discussion about nicotine.

[@megan7985]

My husband scored an 82 on his sleep apnea test 😱. He just doesn't look like he would have that severe of sleep apnea though.

[@dipendrasah4255]

Awesome ❤❤

[@colmflaherty3963]

It’s amazing the extreme that we all go to. To try to keep living as long as possible. Yet the Bible says we can live forever on this earth in perfect health. But it’s generally Unknown to the majority of people. By learning about program’s or books is very short-lived. Yes, we need to keep ourselves healthy in the meantime.