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  • In regenerative medicine and longevity, it’s difficult to separate signal from noise. The search for the fountain of youth is a story as old as humanity, and while we’re all clearly aging, there are some technologies that hold real promise, particularly when it comes to things like joints and skin. On this week’s podcast we’ll discuss stem cells, specifically how specific nutrients can boost endogenous production.

    Listen and learn:

    How adaptogenic plants can measurably boost your own stem cells Why a reduced ability to heal is a hallmark of aging The difference between umbilical cord vs adipose tissue derived cells Legal, ethical and access concerns

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    Christian’s Site

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Christian Drapeau is a stem cell biologist and a pioneer in the study of plant-based stem cell enhancement therapies. He is also the author of Cracking the Stem Cell Code.

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  • If you’re interested in meditation and have downloaded an app or purchased a book, yet fail to consistently follow through, this week’s podcast is for you. We’ll discuss meditation for average people living in the real world with recurring guest, Ann Swanson.

    Listen and learn:

    Meditation practice vs. meditative practices How to manage rumination Why different meditation practices can serve you in different scenarios How to start small and link your practice to an existing habit

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    Meditation for the Real World Get your bonus here

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Ann Swanson is a certified yoga therapist and author of the best-selling book, Science of Yoga. She specializes in helping people manage stress, pain and arthritis. Her new book is called, Meditation for the Real World: Finding Peace in Everyday Life.

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  • The quality of our lives is determined by the quality of our relationships. While most people would probably agree with that statement, they would also admit that their relationships are often troubled. From a psychological perspective, attachment theory can be a helpful frame for understanding our patterns of emotional connection and strife, and it can also provide a path forward toward balance and security.

    On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet an author whose work is centered around understanding yourself to create space for healthier relationships.

    Listen and learn:

    How to identify your attachment style as secure, anxious, avoidant, or dismissive Why we’re often attracted to people who struggle in similar or familiar ways Why our fundamental needs must be met

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    Thais Site

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Thais Gibson is an author, counselor, speaker, and founder of The Personal Development School. She has a background in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), underscoring her deep commitment to understanding and teaching the principles of psychological wellbeing and personal growth​. She’s the author of Attachment Theory: A Guide to Strengthening the Relationships in Your Life.

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  • Health education is lacking in most school systems, to the extent that most high school graduates can’t name 10 muscles in their own bodies. Anatomical learning has historically been seen as boring, complex, and difficult to make relevant. Today, things have changed, thanks to 3D software, inexpensive models, and cadaver dissections freely available around the world. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet an online educator reaching millions monthly with anatomy and physiology videos using real human cadavers.

    You'll learn:

    How cadavers are donated and used ethically (or not) in science The anomalous nature of all of our bodies Why real human bodies are still an invaluable resource in learning How to use LLMs / AI to advance your learning

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    Institute of Human Anatomy

    Dissection Room on Youtube

    Substack

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Justin Cottle is the Lab Director at the Institute of Human Anatomy, a private human
    cadaver lab located in Salt Lake City, Utah. He and his IOHA team reach millions each month through educational social media videos, often using real human cadavers. He is also the creator of The Dissection Room on Substack and YouTube.

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  • I’m an introvert. In my private life, I don’t talk much and am mostly in my head. But since the forced isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, I’ve come to re-appreciate the power of community. Every single health goal I have becomes so much easier when I’m around positive, supportive people. So once a week, I force myself to practice yoga, take a run, ride my bike, or paddle surf with other people. On one of those runs, I joined up with 120 people on the beach in Barcelona running, doing burpees, and dancing to pop songs. The group is called Midnight Runners, and it turns out it’s a long-standing event that happens all over the world. On this week’s show, you’ll meet the founder to learn about the power of fitness and community.

    Links:

    Midnightrunners.com

    @gregexplores

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Greg Drach is the co-founder of Midnight Runners with a mission to make fitness more engaging and fun. Drach is an avid traveler and adventurer having visited 65 countries across five continents.

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  • There is no such thing as a perfect human diet because we are all unique and have unique objectives. The bodybuilder eats to build mass, the dieter plans meals to lose weight, while others use food to manage their mental health. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a metabolic psychiatrist who takes a food-first approach in her work with clients.

    Listen and learn:

    How to determine if an extreme or moderate approach is best for you How ketosis can fuel the brain and cool inflammation Why low carb approaches can be helpful for depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD Short term treatment or long term fix? Sustainability questions explored

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    Dr. Ede’s site

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Dr. Georgia Ede is a nutrition and metabolic psychiatrist. She has done extensive research on ketogenic diets, and is the author of the book, Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind.

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  • “I don’t know the meaning of life, but I know the purpose of life: to survive and procreate.” This quote was from a biologist on the podcast eight years ago, and it stuck with me because if he’s right, I’ve achieved my biological imperative and I’m now on borrowed time. While that may sound soulless and even nihilistic, it’s also a helpful frame (for me) as I attempt to make choices to optimize my life in the second half - my bonus time. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a researcher who debunks many pop longevity myths and also shares some compelling research around the supplement nicotinamide riboside. Will it make you live forever? No, but it might help you live better for the time you are here.

    Listen and learn:

    Why “biological age” tests are inaccurate How we’re unlikely to experience “escape velocity” Metformin, rapamycin, and resveratrol debunked Why so-called longevity clinics giving TRT and HGH are almost certainly reducing - not extending - lifespan

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    Brennerlab.net

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Dr. Charles Brenner, the Alfred E. Mann Family Foundation Chair in Diabetes and Cancer Metabolism at City of Hope National Medical Center, discovered nicotinamide riboside (NR) as a crucial precursor to NAD+ in 2004 and a second NR-to-NAD+ conversion pathway in 2007, enhancing yeast cell lifespan. Currently, Dr. Brenner leads groundbreaking clinical trials on NR, focusing on its maternal and neonatal effects and translating animal model findings into safe, evidence-based clinical practices for human metabolic stress conditions.

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  • You’ve got a bum knee or wonky hip. Your doctor says you’re a candidate for a joint replacement, and your insurance has approved the procedure - but you’re not sure if you’re ready for that. You know that joint replacement success rates are extremely high. But you also know this is a major surgery with long-term effects, and you’d like to dig your heels in a little longer. What about platelet rich plasma (PRP)? What about stem cells? On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a regenerative medical doctor whose work is focused on healing ailing joints.

    You’ll learn:

    Where stem cells come from Exosomes, stem cells, and PRP - what’s the difference? Ethical and legal issues surrounding stem cell harvesting Why bone, rather than tissue, injections are preferred Cost and recovery considerations

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    Dr Gross Site

    About our guest

    Dr. Jeffrey Gross specializes in regenerative stem cell medicine and anti-aging. He has an extensive background in treating athletic injuries across many areas such as hips, knees, shoulders, and spine.

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  • Osteoarthritis, the wear and tear inflammation of your joints, is so common that some research suggests half of us over the age of 65 will be affected. You’ve probably heard that movement is medicine, but how much movement? And while ibuprofen helps, is long-term use safe? What about all the weird and expensive treatment options? On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a Professor and rheumatology expert whose work is focused on finding solutions for this common disease.

    Listen and learn:

    Which helpful medications might be approved Risk vs reward of ibuprofen and injections Joint distraction Practical planning for managing your condition

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Tonia Vincent, a Professor of Musculoskeletal Biology at the University of Oxford specializing in Rheumatology. She focuses on understanding osteoarthritis.

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  • The top New Year's resolutions involve weight loss and fitness. In my industry, January is boom time and February is gloom time as most people have given up on their New Year energy by Valentine’s Day. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a non-dogmatic weight loss coach who takes a sustainable, forever approach to sane weight management.

    You’ll learn:

    The importance of eating high satiety foods Why cinnamon can be a great addition to your morning coffee How to navigate liquid calories

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    Nagina’s Site

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Nagina Abdullah is a weight loss coach who incorporates natural, wholesome foods and practical lifestyle changes, and mindfulness to help clients achieve sustained results.

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  • Alcohol is involved in 28 percent of all fatal car accidents, 37 percent of all violent crime, and is responsible for an unknown number of mental and emotional health challenges. On the flip side, it also has a rich tradition of craftsmanship and cuisine, culture and celebration. In moderation, alcohol has pro-social benefits, lowers social anxiety, and is loved by billions.

    If you’re one of those people who can have a drink now and then without much of a thought and certainly no problem, this podcast is not for you. If drinking is causing you to gain weight, struggle the next morning, or is creating big problems in your life and you want to stop, my guest on this week’s show can help.

    Listen to learn

    Why social pressure to drink is stronger than almost all other lifestyle pressures Helpful language to use during a dry experiment How to “test the waters” of sobriety with a dry month or dry 3-month challenge The harsh reality of sober life in terms of friends and activities

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    Rachel’s site

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Rachel Hechman has a troubled history with alcohol, and after three years sober, now helps support other people on their journey to healthier living.

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  • If weight loss is one of your New Year’s resolutions, you’re probably as frustrated and confused as the rest of us with all the conflicting advice and extreme approaches being touted as a forever solution. In 2023, calorie counting resurfaced as a popular approach to weight loss - and that’s just fine - but many people find that their calorie math somehow doesn’t work and are left feeling discouraged. If you can relate, this solo podcast is for you.

    Here’s what you’ll learn:

    Why calories in / calories out is true but oversimplifies the process Five variables that can muddle up your calorie math The real reason we eat (hint: it’s not for nutrition, unfortunately) Five tips to try instead of (or in addition to) calorie counting

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  • Many people are worried that their favorite deodorant is going to cause them an early death, but when it comes down to it, we’re more worried that we’re going to smell like death. This conundrum perfectly articulates the juggling act between the short term benefit and long term risk with skin care products. In an ideal world, regulators would keep us from harm’s way. In the real world, long-term cancer risk, hormone disruption, and even organ damage are difficult to track and quantify so this is an evolving discussion. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet the CEO of a testing company focused on safety and efficacy for manufacturers.

    Listen and learn:

    How an ingredient might be proven safe and effective, but in certain use cases might prove otherwise The false trust of Western manufactured products vs. the fake fear of “made in China” How to pick and choose products based on how often you use them and the potential risk

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    dermatest.com

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Marcel Voss is the CEO of Dermatest GmbH, a company that specializes in skin testing and analysis.

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  • Sexual health requires collaboration and alignment between partners. Many couples get stuck and the resulting conflicts commonly escalate to breakups. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a professor and psychologist focused specifically on women’s sexual health, using mindfulness as a foundation in her work.

    Listen and learn:

    What sex drive discrepancy (SDD) is and the challenges that arise How antidepressant drugs can contribute to sexual dysfunction even after discontinued use Why “women’s Viagra” Addyi isn’t really working for most people How mindfulness can create a foundation for sexual health

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    Lori’s site: www.LoriBrotto.com

    ABOUT OUT GUEST

    Dr. Lori Brotto is a Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of British Columbia and a Registered Psychologist, specializing in women's sexual health. She is the author of, Better Sex Through Mindfulness.

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  • Cynicism is a huge problem in health care, both from patients and providers. Patients are frustrated their doctors have so little time during visits and that they’re most-likely going to leave with nothing more than a prescription. Physicians are frustrated that their patients first come in after a huge problem has arisen, often 10 years in the making, wanting an instant solution. While diet, exercises, and lifestyle interventions can help, will the patient actually follow through? Unlikely. It’s a two-sided problem where both parties feel stuck. A system-wide shift to preventative care is a likely solution. On this week’s podcast, we’ll explore how this is already happening privately, to some extent.

    Listen and learn:

    What peptide therapy is and why it might be preferable to exogenous hormones Breakthroughs in early cancer screening that most people don’t know about The importance of medical supervision on any health journey

    Links

    Valhallavitality.com

    About guest

    Dr. Hari Mani is a board-certified family medicine physician whose work today focuses on holistic medicine.

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  • Mental health is a huge and growing problem, and psychedelic medicine is suddenly on a fast track toward legalization. Ayahuasca is a traditional medicine used in the Amazon for hundreds of years as part of healing ceremonies. Its use has been largely confined to retreat settings, but as mental health professionals seek new options for treating depression, anxiety, and PTSD among other conditions, many are looking to the past to inform the future of psychiatric medicine. My guest on this week’s podcast is at the forefront of the movement.

    Listen and learn:

    About the curious combination of plants that create this drug Set and setting considerations for traditional use Legal and safety concerns Ceremonial vs. clinical use The “pill for an ill” risk vs. the reality of potential benefits

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    Simon’s Site

    ABOUT OUT GUEST

    Dr. Simon Ruffell is a psychiatrist known for his research on ayahuasca and study of curanderismo. Since 2016, he has collaborated with Indigenous communities in the Amazon basin to investigate the traditional use of ayahuasca and its effects on mental health.

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  • No matter how comfortable or challenging your life is, chances are you suffer from poor concentration, stress, anxiety, or overwhelm with some consistency. Left unchecked, your busy brain can lead to burnout, and while some might argue how to technically define this condition, none would argue it’s a safe state in which to live. With burnout comes an open door where illness, sadness, and pain can enter. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a medical doctor whose work is focused on helping people find a way back to balance.

    Listen and learn:

    Strategies to calm your busy brain The power of a pause The importance of a chief wellness officer at work Why compassion is needed as a first step, including self-compassion

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    www.Drromie.com

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Dr. Romie is a board-certified physician and the founder of "brainSHIFT at Work," where she combines her 20 years of expertise in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness to create cultural change in mental health and wellness. She has a new book coming out called, The Busy Brian Cure: The Eight-Week Plan to Find Focus, Tame Anxiety, and Sleep Again.

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  • Mental health challenges are often suffered in silence, behind closed doors. That is perhaps most true of eating disorders which affect people of all ages and backgrounds and range from anorexia and bulimia to orthorexia and body dysmorphia. The default advice to “get help” is not wrong, but simply booking a session with a local therapist is unlikely to unravel the complexity that usually defines mental health challenges that manifest in disordered eating. On this week's show, you´ll meet a professional counselor and mental health educator focused on helping people find a path forward.

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    Ruth’s Site

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Ruth Micallef is a counselor who focuses on eating disorders. She uses Schema therapy, positive psychology, and compassion-focused therapy (CFT) as part of her work.

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  • Think of your muscles like ground beef, and fascia like plastic wrap that creates a scaffolding like structure in, around, and through the muscle. Fascia is one of the most abundant connective tissues in your body, and like all tissues, it’s susceptible to injury, pain, and dysfunction. Despite its prevalence, fascia research remains nascent, so it’s worthwhile for anyone interested in their body to learn more. On this week's show, you´ll meet a fascia expert who will help you better understand this essential connective tissue.

    Listen and learn:

    Why delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is usually caused by pain in your fascia more than muscle pain How fascia is affected by compression, shearing, and stretching The role of hyaluronan (hyaluronic acid) in fascial health

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    David’s Site

    ​​ABOUT OUR GUEST

    David Lesondak is a Structural Integrator at UPMC's Center for Integrative Medicine. He is the author of the book, Fascia: What it is and Why it Matters.

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  • Everyone ages differently. Some people age gracefully, others fall off a cliff when it comes to their health. Hormones are usually an issue for most people: menopause for women, andropause for men. Both mainstream and alternative medicine offer treatment options and on this week’s episode we meet a doctor who can explain a bit more about them.

    What you’ll learn

    What a compounding pharmacy can do How health clinics are allowed to prescribe medicines Risk vs. reward of hormone replacement therapy Why supplements and drugs should be put in the same category

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    Website

    ABOUT OUR GUEST

    Dr. Gillett is a medical doctor who practices holistic, preventative, and sports medicine. He emphasizes a patient-centered approach and is involved in obesity medicine organizations.

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