Podcasts about healthspan

Highlights from Dr. Hoffman's vacation.What can my friend take for burning mouth syndrome?I'm looking to build immunity. What are your thoughts on beta-glucans?I hike a lot and want to protect my knees. Would peptides like BPC-157 be of benefit?

How should I take N101 lozenges?Where can I find Propax with NT Factor? I prefer capsule or pill form.Why is the Salad and Salmon diet not mentioned? It's the best of both worlds in a whole-foods eating plan.My doctor wants me to take a statin, but I'm reluctant because of sensitivities and reactions to drugs.I've been told to avoid red meat and instead take an iron supplement, but it's causing constipationHow much magnesium should I take for my weight at 160 lbs?

How we respond to stress and emotions can have a powerful impact on our relationships, health, and longevity. In this episode, I'm joined by psychologist and author Elisha Goldstein as we discuss making “Tiny Shifts” that help us recognize emotional patterns, regulate our nervous system, shift our perspective, and respond more intentionally. We talk about why emotional regulation is a skill we can practice, how small changes can create lasting impact, and simple tools for navigating stress, relationships, parenting, and everyday life. → Leave Us A Voice Message!  Sponsored By:  → Timeline | Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you subscribe at https://timeline.com/KELLY → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com → Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:02:10 - Childhood, Self Worth & Psychology → 00:05:48 - Emotional Regulation & Leadership → 00:09:08 - Breaking Emotional Patterns → 00:15:18 - How to Recognize Emotional Triggers → 00:17:40 - Nervous System & Body Signals → 00:20:34 - Breaking the Overwhelm Loop → 00:25:24 - Shifting From Stress to Gratitude → 00:28:00 - Work Life Balance & Stress → 00:32:00 - How Relationships Shape Us → 00:38:18 - Nervous System Regulation Tools → 00:40:48 - Refocusing Your Thoughts → 00:43:10 - Emotional Regulation in Parenting → 00:48:28 - Stress, Healthspan & Longevity → 00:53:02 - Relationships & Longevity → 00:58:40 - Fear & Relationship Conflict → 01:04:36 - Modeling Healthy Emotions for Kids → 01:08:16 - Where to Find Elisha Goldstein Further Listening:  → Why You Keep Overreacting + How to Regulate Your Nervous System | Jonny Miller Check Out Elisha Goldstein:  → Website  → Instagram  → Tiny Shifts Book  Check Out Kelly: → Instagram → Sweet Deal (Book) → Youtube → Facebook

In this episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast, Dr. Derrick Hines sits down with Dr. Jerry Mixon to explore the science of longevity and what it really takes to extend not just lifespan, but healthspan.They discuss the role of hormones, exercise, mitochondrial health, and biological age testing, along with emerging research on senescent cells and the future of anti-aging medicine. The conversation also covers practical strategies for maintaining muscle, improving metabolic health, and building habits that support healthy aging over the long term.In This Episode-- The difference between lifespan and healthspan-- How hormones influence healthy aging-- Why muscle and exercise are essential for longevity-- Measuring biological age and key health markers-- The science behind senescent cells and aging-- Emerging therapies shaping the future of longevity medicineLinks: DERRICKInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/derrickbhines/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@DrDerrickJERRYWebsite: https://www.longevitymedicalclinic.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongevityMedicalClinic/

What if chronic disease isn't primarily an organ problem, but a cellular one?In this episode, Dr. Will Cole joins Justin Harris to explore the emerging science of cellular health and longevity. Dr. Will Cole is a leading functional medicine practitioner, New York Times bestselling author, and host of The Art of Being Well podcast. They sit down to discuss his latest book, Heal Your Cells: Reversing the Irreversible, co-authored with Dr. Josh Axe. Together, they explore why cellular dysfunction may be the true root of chronic disease, how lifestyle and environment shape our health trajectory, and why longevity is about more than simply extending lifespan.If you wish to learn more from Dr. Will Cole, you can do so through the following links:Visit his website at https://drwillcole.com/ Podcast: The Art of Being WellPre-order Dr. Cole's book now at https://thehealthinstitute.com/products/heal-your-cells and get bonuses before it releases on September 8th!______________________________________________________Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below:The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3Justin's Instagram Account: @justinharrisofficialMedical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

Stop living your life on a dimmer switch. In this episode of I Dare You, I'm calling out the trap that catches so many of us in midlife: having a full calendar, but feeling completely flat inside. While the wellness world obsesses over lifespan (how long you live) and healthspan (how long your body works), I share why the missing metric we're all starving for is SOULSPAN—the years you refuse to disappear. You didn't come this far to become the CEO of Maintenance. In this episode, we get into: The Dimmer Switch Trap: Why midlife numbness is a slow dial-down, not a blown fuse The Waiting Room Syndrome: Breaking the lie of waiting for life to "slow down" The 4 Markers of Soulspan: Vitality, Courage, Belonging, and Anticipation The 12-Word Text: The exact zero-friction script to revive a drifting friendship today The 30-Second Calendar Dare: Putting proof of aliveness back on your schedule And as a special gift for I Dare You listeners, get access to the FREE Atomic Habits Toolkit to help you put the principles in the episode into practice. Go to idareyoupod.com to grab your FREE toolkit. No catch. Connect with Darrin Johnson: www.idareyoupod.com Instagram: @idareyoupod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod TikTok: @idareyoupod

Ep 116 | Living longer is one thing. Feeling good while you're doing it is another—and that gap between healthspan and lifespan is what this episode is about.Bill Quateman has a practical read on why so many of us feel tired, foggy, and a little "off" even when our labs come back fine. He and Jen get into hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA), the at-home test he calls the most foundational look at your own biochemistry, plus why minerals are the spark plugs behind your energy, the truth about mineral deficiency and fatigue, and how the slow metabolic decline that quietly starts in your early 30s doesn't have to run the show. They also talk longevity without the hype and what it really takes to build a healthy, non-toxic home. Jen opens up about chasing her own health backwards after a brain injury and a stroke, and why she brought so many healing tools into her space.This one's for you if you're taking a cabinet full of supplements with no idea what's working, if you feel not sick exactly but not really well either, or if your energy and focus just aren't what they were ten years ago and you're ready to feel better as you age.

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop sits down with TJ Marbois, founder of Tobiko, for a wide-ranging conversation that spans LLMs, data sovereignty, knowledge management tools like Obsidian, and Terence McKenna's ideas about an increasingly weird future. They explore how AI is simultaneously centralizing power through data control while decentralizing software development capabilities, allowing more people to build their own tools and escape big tech ecosystems. Drawing on his experience at Apple's special projects group (the team that built the iPod and later iPhones), TJ discusses his vision for personal AI assistants—what he calls the "R2-D2 belongs to you" principle—where advanced technology serves individuals rather than corporations. The conversation touches on everything from quantum encryption and local manufacturing with ESP32 microcontrollers to the economics of future society, biometric data unions, and why distributed trust matters more than ever as we approach what both describe as an increasingly strange technological inflection point. Visit Tobiko's site at tobiko-pbc.ghost.ioTimestamps00:00 Stewart introduces TJ Marbois from Tobiko, discussing LLMs, data sovereignty, knowledge management, and the tension between centralization and decentralization in AI05:00 TJ explains the R2-D2 belongs to you concept and why personal AI assistants need maternal alignment, caring about humans like mothers care for children10:05 Discussion of how LLMs will shrink and improve while emphasizing the sentient loop concept for building loyal personal AI agents rather than corporate controlled systems15:00 Exploring digital nervous systems for humanity, social networks as infrastructure, and humans as cavemen with iPhones navigating unprecedented technological complexity20:00 TJ discusses data unions for sovereign data ownership, inverting insurance models where AI helps extend healthspan, and maximizing truth seeking through collective data25:30 Money as social construct, crypto enabling value system reengineering, and working toward Star Trek's post scarcity replicator economy from the ground up30:40 Capital formation challenges, corporatism versus true capitalism, and pessimism about current systems reaching limits while seeking new models35:00 Solar power democratization, ESP32 microcontrollers enabling local manufacturing, and the replicator future through distributed maker communities and open source robotics40:00 Science fiction as roadmap, Isaac Asimov and Arthur C Clarke warnings, and building collaborative futures rather than centrally controlled dystopias with useless eaters45:00 Encyclopedia to LLM transition, information quality concerns, local training importance, and NVIDIA's incentive to put GPUs everywhere for personal AI agents50:00 Corrupted financial incentives, protecting vulnerable people from technological exploitation, and benevolent technologists building systems that honor humanity and children55:00 Hardware validation for owned robots, Starlink dependencies, assembly language abstraction toward natural language programming, and preventing AI escape scenarios58:00 Tobiko as AI toy company building sentient loop interactions similar to Xerox PARC GUI moment, emphasizing maternal AI alignment and cross cultural human collaborationKey Insights1. The concept of R2D2 belonging to you represents a critical vision for the future of artificial intelligence and personal technology. When thinking about robots and AI assistants that follow us around and know everything about us, the question of ownership becomes paramount. These systems will know incredibly intimate details about our lives, from our health data to our daily habits, and if they are controlled by centralized corporations or governments rather than individuals, we lose fundamental sovereignty over our own information. The science fiction of Star Wars and Star Trek provides roadmaps for how we should think about these technologies, showing us both the positive possibilities and the warnings we need to heed about centralized control.2. Local AI models and distributed computing represent a pathway to technological sovereignty that is becoming increasingly viable. While large language models currently run primarily in centralized data centers, the technology is rapidly advancing toward a future where powerful models can run locally on personal computers and devices. This shift is crucial because it means individuals can have full control over their AI assistants without relying on API calls to external servers. Combined with open source infrastructure and open weight models, this creates the foundation for truly personal AI that cannot be controlled or monitored by external parties, whether corporations or governments.3. Data unions and collective data ownership offer an alternative model to current centralized data collection practices. Rather than having individual data harvested by large tech companies who profit from it, the concept of data unions suggests people could collectively pool their data for specific beneficial purposes while maintaining ownership and control. For example, in healthcare, millions of people could share anonymized biometric data to train medical AI systems that are incentivized to keep people healthy rather than treat them when sick, inverting the current insurance model to align incentives with actual health outcomes rather than profit from illness.4. The democratization of manufacturing and robotics through accessible technologies like ESP32 microcontrollers and local fabrication tools is creating new possibilities for distributed production. Just as desktop printers seemed impossible to early printers who controlled book production, we are approaching an era where individuals and small communities can manufacture sophisticated electronic devices and robots locally. This includes the ability to use language models to generate code for microcontrollers, order custom PCBs, and use desktop machines for component placement. While high quality manufacturing will still require larger operations, this gradiation of capability allows for much more local innovation and reduces dependence on centralized manufacturing.5. The concentration of power in technology, finance, and industry has reached levels that are unhealthy for both society and even for those who hold the power. When profit and control become too concentrated in the hands of a few entities, it creates a cancerous dynamic that threatens the stability of the entire system. History shows us warnings about the military industrial complex and other concentrated power structures, and now we are seeing similar patterns emerge in the tech industry. The solution requires building technology from the ground up that empowers individuals and communities, focusing on basics like food production, energy generation, and local manufacturing rather than increasing dependence on centralized systems.6. The provenance and quality of information is becoming a critical challenge as AI systems become more sophisticated and reality itself becomes harder to verify. We are rapidly approaching a point where video calls and digital interactions will be indistinguishable from AI generated fakes, which is why figures like Sam Altman have invested in systems like Worldcoin to verify human identity. However, this verification capability should not be centralized in the hands of single companies. End to end encryption and quantum encryption technologies need to be preserved and expanded to allow humans to communicate and verify information peer to peer without centralized intermediaries who could manipulate or control the flow of information.7. The future of human computer interaction is evolving toward sentient loop systems where machines have sensory input, real time learning, context understanding, and continuous operation in service of human needs. Self driving cars represent the first widespread consumer facing example of this architecture, with onboard computers that must function independently while occasionally connecting to networks. The critical question is whether these systems will be aligned to benefit their human users like a caring mother as AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton suggests, or whether they will be controlled by centralized powers. The technologists building these systems have a responsibility to be benevolent and build structures that serve humanity rather than concentrate power, helping to create a future more like Star Trek than Terminator.

What does a physician-scientist actually do each day to support her own healthy aging? This is a question Dr. Gillian Lockitch hears often. Her answer is not a prescription, a shopping list or a collection of fashionable biohacks. Healthy longevity is personal: our genetics, health histories, medications, priorities and goals differ, so the most useful routine is one designed for the individual. In this solo episode, Dr. Gillian organizes her approach around the seven pillars of healthy longevity described in her book, Growing Older, Living Younger. She explains how epigenetics offers a more hopeful way to think about aging, how food and movement send biological signals, why skin must be treated as an important organ, and how sleep, curiosity, purpose and relationships help protect health and independence. Dr. Gillian also shares her own daily routine—from nutrient-dense foods and time-restricted eating to walking, resistance and balance work, skincare practices and carefully selected supplements. She discusses mitochondrial support, CoQ10, collagen peptides, carotenoid antioxidants, nutrients for bone, joint and eye health, and support for autophagy. She emphasizes that supplements complement beneficial lifestyle habits such as healthy nutrition,  movement, sleep, stress management and where needed, medical care. Her own post-retirement health challenges—including emergency spinal surgery, myopic macular degeneration, and atrial fibrillation have made prevention, resilience and measurement deeply personal concepts. Blood pressure, laboratory testing, bone density, fitness and carotenoid scanning can provide useful feedback, but no single measurement tells the whole story. Her central thesis is simple: do not simply copy someone else's routine. Begin with the fundamentals of your lifestyle, work with healthcare professionals you trust, measure what matters, notice how your body responds, and remain willing to adapt as evidence and circumstances change. Noting that as a retired physician she does not treat or prescribe for medical diseases, she offers one on one conversations on constructing your own Roadmap for Growing Older Living Younger and extending healthspan not just lifespan. A plan for healthy longevity is not a fixed blueprint; it is a lifelong practice developed through curiosity, consistency and purposeful choice and she would love to work with you on your plan.  Episode Timeline 00:11 — Introduction: why Dr. Gillian is sharing her routine—but not prescribing it  03:10 — Pillar 1: Your genes are not your destiny and the promise of epigenetics  06:14 — Pillars 2 and 3: Food is information and movement is medicine  10:00 — Pillars 4 and 5: Caring for skin and nourishing the brain  15:00 — Inside Dr. Gillian's daily healthspan, nutrition and supplement routine  17:59 — Pillars 6 and 7: Lifelong learning, curiosity, connection and community  21:30 — How health challenges reshaped her approach to prevention and resilience  25:00 — Measure what matters: testing, carotenoid scanning and guiding principles  28:40 — Closing invitation: create your own healthy-longevity roadmap with Dr. Lockitch About Dr. Gillian Lockitch  Dr. Gillian Lockitch is a physician, medical biochemist, professor emerita, researcher, international speaker, author and host of the Growing Older Living Younger podcast. After retiring from academic medicine, she began a new chapter in entrepreneurship and healthy-longevity education. Through her book, podcast and Growing Older Living Younger programs, she helps people understand how lifestyle, epigenetics, measurement and purposeful action can support vitality and independence across the lifespan. Dr. Gillian Lockitch is an independent Nu Skin Brand Affiliate. You can join her team as an affiliate ( and build your own business), or a member to buy product or devices at member prices. She may earn a commission from qualifying product purchases. Products and devices mentioned in this podcast reflect her personal routine and are shared for educational purposes only. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease, and individual results may vary. She emphasizes  that supplements and skincare devices should complement—not replace appropriate nutrition, movement, sleep or healthcare professionals advice.  Call to Action  Your best healthy-longevity plan is the one designed with you for your lifestyle. Visit askdrgill.com or email askdrgill@gmail.com to begin a conversation about your personal Growing Older Living Younger Roadmap. Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode and the show link with someone ready to invest in extending their healthspan.  Website: www.askdrgill.com  Podcast: Growing Older Living Younger on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other platforms Join the evolving Growing Older Living Younger Community

Food as Medicine: Why Medical Nutrition Therapy and Medically Tailored Meals Belong in Modern Healthcare: Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin argues that food should be treated with the same rigor as medication through medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and “diet prescriptions,” integrating nutrition into treatment plans rather than leaving it as optional advice. She cites evidence that medically tailored meals (MTMs) can improve outcomes and reduce costs, including a Health Affairs simulation estimating $23.7B in first-year net savings nationwide and a Nature Medicine analysis of a Massachusetts Medicaid demonstration (2020–2023) showing MTM recipients had 31% fewer hospitalizations, 20% fewer emergency visits, and $3,433 lower total healthcare costs, offsetting 98% of program costs. She discusses food insecurity, expanding Medicaid coverage via Section 1115 waivers, EHR integration, and how MTMs support adherence for conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, depression, and IBS (including low FODMAP).

The prestige in fitness runs toward the elite. The math runs the other way.Peter Park has trained Lance Armstrong, Justin Verlander, and numerous pro athletes. A pro, he says, arrives already near the ceiling, so a great year of coaching moves them a few percent. A 60-year-old who hasn't trained since the nineties is nowhere near it, and that same year decides how the rest of his life goes.Dr. Kevin White sits down with Peter to talk about why the work is smaller than people expect, why he won't train anyone at their house, the 12-year-olds asking him about peptides, and the snail tattoo he got at 61."I get a pro athlete, I can change like ten percent. I get someone older, I can change their whole life."                                         - Peter ParkLearn more about Peter Park at Platinum Fitness Summerland, platinumfitnesssummerland.com. He co-authored the movement work Foundation Training with Dr. Eric Goodman.Follow The Daily Apple for weekly conversations on longevity, performance, prevention, nutrition, exercise, and the science of living well.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's committed to living a longer, healthier life.www.primehealthassociates.com Instagram: @KevinWhiteMD YouTube: @KevinWhiteMD Prime Health Associates

Supplements and Morning Coffee: Timing Iron, Zinc, Calcium, B Vitamins, and Vitamin D: Nutritionist Leyla Muedin explains that coffee (and tea) can interfere with nutrient absorption and digestion, so certain supplements shouldn't be taken with morning coffee. Coffee's tannins and polyphenols can significantly reduce non-heme iron absorption (decaf doesn't prevent this), and similar binding issues may affect zinc; she recommends taking iron with water at least 1–2 hours away from coffee and pairing it with vitamin C. Because caffeine may increase urination, B vitamins (especially thiamine) may be lost more readily, so she suggests taking them with food but not with coffee. Vitamin D is best taken with a fat-containing meal (not washed down with coffee), and calcium supplements should be separated from coffee since caffeine can slightly increase calcium loss. She also notes interactions such as green tea reducing folate absorption, spinach oxalates limiting mineral absorption, phytates in bran/legumes reducing iron and zinc absorption, and calcium (milk or supplements) cutting iron absorption, emphasizing timing rather than eliminating these foods.

Stuart Phillips is a professor of kinesiology at McMaster University, specializing in muscle metabolism, aging and protein nutrition, advising on longevity performance and healthspan across lifespan research and practice insights. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Your body is your first company, the one asset you can never replace; so your health is the foundation of every entrepreneurial success. 2. Productivity isn't unlocked through hacks; it's built on four fundamentals: sleep, nutrition, movement, and muscle. 3. Health span, not just lifespan, should be every entrepreneur's goal so they can continue performing, creating, and enjoying the success they've worked so hard to build. Hosts Martin Gibala, PhD & Stuart Phillips, PhD share exercise science expertise, separating hype from hard facts - Exercise Science Podcast Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. ThriveTime Show - Is your business stuck? Join Eric Trump and Clay Clark's life-changing business conference November 5th and 6th in Tulsa, Oklahoma. ThriveTimeShow.com/eofire.

Dr. Vance Kirar of Kirar Superior Healthcare, a 100 Year Lifestyle Certified Chiropractic office in Ladson, SC, shares his experience celebrating his grandmothers 100th birthday. Willa Nebel is the first in her family to reach the centenarian mark, and she did it with the grace and quality of life that we would all strive for.Healthspan, how long people live healthy, is a serious issue in society. Hearing  Dr. Kirar share this special experience with Grandma Willa will warm your heart, bring a smile to your face, and give you hope for your future.Dr. Vance has a thriving practice where he helps hundreds of people a year live at 100% – their ideal 100 Year Lifestyle. He is a sought after speaker for groups, organizations, and companies that want to create their own 100 Year Lifestyle and culture.Dr. Vance is a proud father of three children and a devoted husband to his wife and business partner, Dr. Jill Kirar. Together they opened Kirar Superior Healthcare in 2004.His hobbies include martial arts, deep-sea fishing, soccer, volleyball, weight training, yoga, and being the greatest dad possible!Find a 100 Year Lifestyle Certified Chiropractor near you.Become a 100 Year Lifestyle Certification Chiropractor.Explore our Healthspan products and resources at https://100YearLifestyle.comThe 100 Year Lifestyle Podcast

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Natalie Ochoa, president of Jigsaw Health.

Natalie Ochoa, president of Jigsaw Health, details widespread magnesium insufficiency and why it occurs (soil depletion, low plant intake/processed foods, stress-related loss, aging, and medication effects including diuretics and proton pump inhibitors). They discuss the poor reliability of standard serum magnesium testing, the limitations of RBC magnesium testing, and using symptoms such as cramps, twitches, constipation, fatigue, and sleep trouble as clues. Ochoa explains Jigsaw's sustained-release magnesium malate (MagSRT) designed to reduce GI side effects and how to read labels for elemental magnesium, with typical intake around 500 mg/day. She reviews the 2018 placebo-controlled Scottsdale Magnesium Study (91 participants) showing increases in RBC and serum magnesium and reduced deficiency symptoms, and a Korean study linking higher magnesium intake to less sarcopenia and lower CRP. They also cover MagSoothe (magnesium glycinate) and an Oura Ring-based sleep trial reporting reduced perceived stress and improved sleep quality, plus mention Jigsaw's potassium drink, electrolyte product, and cod liver oil.

What if the future of medicine isn't only about treating disease, but understanding what's happening in the body long before disease takes hold? Dr. Michael Aziz joins I Am Refocused Radio for a conversation about longevity, preventive health, nutrition, biological aging, and the ideas behind his book, The Ageless Revolution. Dr. Aziz is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, author, and media commentator whose work brings together traditional and functional medicine. He has appeared across national media and has spent years exploring nutrition, hormones, preventive medicine, and strategies aimed at improving healthspan. In this conversation, we explore what happens to the body as we age, why Dr. Aziz believes medicine should pay greater attention to the mechanisms of aging, the difference between lifespan and healthspan, and what people should understand about the rapidly growing longevity movement. We also discuss nutrition, metabolic health, emerging approaches to healthy aging, and how people can become more proactive about their health without getting lost in every new wellness trend. https://www.michaelazizmd.com/  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with cardiologist and electrophysiologist Dr. Gregory Marcus, chair of the American Heart Association scientific statement writing group.

Cardiologist and electrophysiologist Dr. Gregory Marcus, chair of the American Heart Association scientific statement writing group, reveals evidence on coffee/caffeine and cardiovascular health. He discusses how earlier assumptions that caffeine triggers arrhythmias are complicated by genetics, individual risk factors, and mostly observational research. Marcus reviews randomized and observational findings: the CRAVE trial showed no increase in premature atrial contractions but more premature ventricular contractions on coffee days; a trial in post-cardioversion patients found less atrial fibrillation with daily coffee. Observational data suggest lower risks of type 2 diabetes, heart attack, stroke, and AFib among coffee drinkers, while heart failure risk may be lower at low intake but higher around 4–5 drinks/day. He cautions against extrapolating benefits to energy drinks, discusses additives like sugar, touches on alcohol, cannabis, Mediterranean/DASH diets, pollution, and evolving AFib treatments, wearables, and pacing/ablation technologies.

Most people treat a clean lab report as a verdict. Nothing flagged, nothing to do.Brian Kennedy has spent three decades explaining why that reading is generous. He trained at MIT, led the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, and now directs the Centre for Healthy Longevity at the National University of Singapore. His view is that medicine learned to define disease and never got around to defining health, so the ranges on your lab report mark the minimum that keeps you alive and the maximum that doesn't kill you. Everything in between gets called normal.Dr. Kevin White sits down with Brian to talk about what belongs in that space. Kennedy's team went looking for the people who are aging unusually well and found their numbers cluster in a far tighter band than the one your lab prints. He is 59, has nothing on his chart, and treats his own numbers anyway.They also get into why waiting for a diagnosis is a bad trade, what he takes and why, and what his lab found when it bought 16 supplement brands and measured what was actually in the bottles."If somebody says they can tell you exactly what to do to make you 10 years younger, they're lying to you or they're lying to themselves."                                      - Brian KennedyIf you've ever been handed a normal lab report and wondered what it actually bought you, this conversation gives you something better to aim at.Learn more about Brian Kennedy's research at medicine.nus.edu.sg/sites/briankennedylab, find Rejuvant at rejuvant.com, and look up his longevity solutions company, Live Beyond.Follow The Daily Apple for weekly conversations on longevity, performance, prevention, nutrition, exercise, and the science of living well.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's committed to living a longer, healthier life.www.primehealthassociates.com Instagram: @KevinWhiteMD YouTube: @KevinWhiteMD Prime Health Associates

Most mayos, salad dressings and chips “made with 100% avocado oil” fail test; Borderline cholesterol—will a coronary calcium scan help decide whether a statin is warranted? Aged Garlic Extract for blood pressure; Immune benefits of BWH Beta Glucan. 

Low-fat dairy shown to confer no weight, cholesterol benefits over full-fat dairy; FDA and USDA to define ultra-processed foods for first time—but what are they really? Newly discovered tick-borne Bourbon virus can be fatal—but is it more pervasive than we think? Thorne supplement maker—sold 3 years ago for $700 million—acquired by Procter & Gamble for $3.8 billion. Those dark skin blotches—are they melasma, or just age spots? Is low-mercury salmon a hype? That fishy smell—does it mean your seafood is spoiled?

What actually happens to a patient a year into real, supervised peptide therapy? In the final episode of our peptides series, Dr. Melissa Jones and host Jamie Preston close the loop on the story that opened this whole series — and get honest about what changed, what didn't, and what every provider and patient still needs to know. This episode goes beyond the science into the human side of the story: what it actually feels like when chronic pain resolves, when weight loss becomes life-changing rather than cosmetic, and when a skeptical clinician becomes one of the most passionate advocates in the building. Jamie also shares his own journey — turning 50, managing diabetes, and reaching his goal weight — as a real example of what supervised, responsible care can look like over time. In this episode, you'll hear: An update on the chronic pain patient from Episode 1 — where he is now, and what's kept his results sustainable What the actual clinical data shows about supervised BPC-157 therapy, and where its limits are Why GLP-1 success is about far more than the number on the scale — confidence, mobility, and mental health The advice Dr. Jones gives new providers who feel nervous bringing up peptides with patients The single biggest myth about peptides she wants to put to rest for good The three things every patient should understand before they ever start a peptide This is the episode that ties the whole series together — not as a sales pitch for peptides, but as a case for doing this the right way, with the right people, for the right reasons. It's the last episode in this run, but it won't be the last time we talk about this. www.YourHealth.Org

Episode #1175 Most men think getting healthier means spending more time in the gym. But what if the real answer is training smarter, moving better, and staying consistent? In this episode of The TPM Show, Doug Holt sits down with performance coach Franz Snyman to discuss a practical approach to fitness for busy men. Drawing on three decades of coaching experience, Franz explains why chasing the "perfect" workout often keeps men from taking action, and how simple, sustainable habits create lasting results. Together, they explore why strength is only one part of overall fitness and introduce the four essential pillars of long-term physical performance: strength, power, mobility, and endurance. They also discuss why injuries become more common as men age, how mobility impacts every movement you make, and why even a few minutes of intentional movement each day can dramatically improve your health, energy, and longevity. Whether you're rebuilding your fitness, trying to stay active with your kids, or looking for a sustainable approach that fits around work and family, this conversation offers practical insights you can start applying today. Timestamp Chapters 00:00 Why consistency beats perfection 04:28 Stop overthinking and start moving 08:21 Why more exercise isn't always better 13:48 Building a fitness routine that lasts 17:04 Discovering movement you actually enjoy 23:04 Why play improves performance 27:24 Healthspan versus lifespan 32:09 The Four Quadrants of fitness explained 40:09 Why mobility is the missing piece 42:51 Small daily habits that create lasting change If you're looking to strengthen your relationship while becoming the man your family needs, watch the Scales Free Training. The Powerful Man helps men become stronger leaders in their relationships, health, business, and family through practical coaching and lasting personal growth.

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about what's in your cup, the mindset story that's been sitting with her all week. As Salad With a Side of Fries starts to celebrate its seventh anniversary, this week's Nutrition Nugget centers on a simple question a Buddhist monk once asked his students, one that Jenn says stopped her in her tracks the moment she heard it. It starts with a spilled cup of coffee and ends somewhere much deeper, touching on stress, community, and the parts of ourselves we don't always notice we're carrying until life gives us a bump. Jenn ties it back to two themes she returns to on the show, but this time with a twist that feels personal. So what is in your cup? And more importantly, what spills out when someone bumps into you? Jenn has thoughts that will likely change how you move through the rest of your week. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramJenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Mindset, Stress, Emotional Resilience, Mindset And Stress Management, Community, Connection, Purpose, Buddhist Monk, Coffee Cup Story, Emotional Resilience, Self Care, Personal Growth, Compassion, Kindness, Empathy, Love, Anger, Jealousy, Fear, Greed, Joy, Peace, Generosity, Health, Wellness, Vitality, Longevity, Healthspan, Sexspan, Podcast, Perspective Shift, Emotional Wellbeing, Mental Health, Reaction Vs Response, Inner Peace, Positive Mindset, Stress Response, Self Reflection, Gratitude, Mindfulness, How To Manage Stress With A Positive Mindset, What Is In Your Cup Mindset Story,

Managing High Homocysteine with MTHFR Variants and the Role of Vitamin C in Brain Aging: Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses MTHFR genetic variants (C677T and A1298C), their links to impaired methylation, homocysteine, SAMe, mood issues, migraines, vitamin deficiencies, and pregnancy complications, noting many people are asymptomatic and some feel worse on methylated B vitamins and do better on standard formulations. Responding to a listener with C677T, high homocysteine, and borderline methylmalonic acid, she reviews optimal homocysteine targets and outlines other causes of elevated homocysteine such as hypothyroidism/subclinical hypothyroidism, kidney failure, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, smoking, inactivity, and medications (atorvastatin, methotrexate, fenofibrate). She suggests checking these factors, considering absorption issues (intrinsic factor) for B12, and trialing SAMe and more trimethylglycine, with possible pharmacologic folate if needed. She then summarizes an observational Japanese study (n=2,044 adults >64) linking lower plasma vitamin C to reduced gray matter and weaker default mode network connectivity, and notes diet and blood sugar can affect vitamin C status.

What could the future of longevity look like? In this episode of Everything Is Personal, Len May sits down with longevity advocate and author James Strole for a wide-ranging conversation about longevity, healthspan, healthy ageing, lifestyle, exercise, nutrition, mindset and the future of human health. James shares perspectives from more than 50 years of exploring longevity and discusses how our beliefs about ageing can influence the way we think about health and the future. The conversation also explores movement, daily routines, nutrition, scientific innovation, emerging longevity research, technology, purpose and what it means to live a more energised and meaningful life. EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient Care EndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise. Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness   Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FB Connect with host, Len May, on IG     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rejuvenate Bio CEO Dan Oliver joins Chris Lustrino to discuss the company's gene therapy platform for aging-related disease. A spinout from George Church's lab at Harvard Medical School, Rejuvenate Bio is developing therapies designed to change gene expression profiles associated with aging rather than edit or replace a patient's underlying genome. Dan explains how the company uses viral delivery to help the body produce beneficial proteins over time. The conversation explores Rejuvenate Bio's dual strategy across animal health and human health. Dan explains why dogs offer both a meaningful commercial market and a scientifically useful path for developing aging-related therapies, especially because dogs age faster than humans and owners increasingly view pets as family members. Chris and Dan also discuss Rejuvenate Bio's partnerships with animal health companies, its development and commercial milestone agreements, its recently closed round backed by Merck Animal Health, the FDA approval process for veterinary products, and the company's long-term plan to generate first-in-human clinical data that could create major partnering, acquisition, or public market opportunities.

What are your thoughts on Cleveland Clinic's assessment of fish oil supplements?If I want to go on your sleep protocol, should I order all of the supplements or choose one?Do you still recommend individual assessments to determine natural treatments for anxiety and depression?Is taking Bergamot for cholesterol really effective?

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How to Extend Your Healthspan with Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti Living longer is not the real goal. Living longer with the strength, energy, mental clarity, and independence to enjoy those years is what matters. In this episode of The Customer Service Revolution Podcast, John DiJulius speaks with Dr. Sandeep "Dr. Deep" Palakodeti, founder and CEO of Velocity Health and author of The Ultimate Asset: Extend Your Prime, Not Just Your Lifespan. They explore how proactive longevity medicine, personalized healthcare, better diagnostics, and sustainable lifestyle changes can help people extend their healthspan—not simply their lifespan. What Is the Difference Between Lifespan and Healthspan? Lifespan measures how long someone lives. Healthspan considers how many of those years are lived with physical capability, cognitive health, energy, and functional independence. Dr. Deep explains that most people do not simply want more years. They want to remain active, mentally sharp, and capable of caring for themselves as they age. John connects that goal to his philosophy of living an extraordinary life. Developing your full potential is not only about personal achievement; it affects your family, employees, customers, and everyone who depends on you. How Much of Our Health Is Determined by Genetics? Genetics can increase a person's risk for certain diseases, but increased risk does not always determine the outcome. Dr. Deep discusses how sleep, cardiovascular fitness, metabolic health, nutrition, exercise, and other environmental factors may influence long-term health. Understanding your risks can help you and your healthcare team make more informed decisions earlier. Why Is Traditional Healthcare Often Reactive? The traditional healthcare system frequently gives physicians limited time with each patient. This can make care feel rushed, impersonal, and focused on responding to problems after they appear. What Is Concierge Precision Medicine? Concierge precision medicine uses a smaller patient panel, longer appointments, advanced diagnostics, ongoing coaching, and more direct physician access to provide proactive, relationship-based care. Velocity Health uses a digital-first model that serves patients across all 50 states. Members work with a physician, concierge, and human performance specialist to understand their health data and build a personalized plan. Can Technology and Medication Replace Healthy Habits? No medication, supplement, or emerging therapy eliminates the need for sleep, nutrition, movement, strength training, and mental well-being. Dr. Deep explains that tools such as GLP-1 medications or hormone replacement therapy may provide momentum for appropriately selected patients under medical supervision. However, lasting results require sustainable behavioral change and professional guidance. What Are the First Steps Toward a Longer Healthspan? Dr. Deep recommends beginning with three areas: Improve the quality and consistency of your sleep. Measure meaningful health indicators under qualified professional guidance. Find a physician or healthcare team willing to provide personalized, relationship-based care. Key Takeaways Healthspan is more meaningful than lifespan when the goal is to remain active and independent. Genetics can affect disease risk without completely determining a person's future. Sleep, exercise, nutrition, metabolic health, and mental well-being remain foundational. Advanced diagnostics can reveal risks that routine healthcare may not identify early. Concierge medicine is designed around accessibility, time, relationships, and proactive care. Medication should be treated as a clinical tool—not a replacement for healthier behavior. The best health plan is personalized, measurable, medically guided, and sustainable. Protecting your health helps you continue contributing to your family, organization, and community. Memorable Quotes "Functional independence is what we want." — Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti "You can only manage what you measure." — Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti "The new flex is being healthy." — Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti "Being independent allows me to have one boss and one boss only, and that's the patient." — Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti "Living our life to its fullest potential is a responsibility." — John DiJulius "We all have seeds of potential." — John DiJulius Episode Chapters 00:00 Introducing Dr. Sandeep "Dr. Deep" Palakodeti 02:23 How Velocity Health delivers digital-first precision medicine 07:08 Why personal health belongs in a leadership conversation 12:44 How genetics and lifestyle influence long-term health 17:47 Lifespan versus healthspan and functional independence 20:08 Traditional healthcare versus concierge medicine 26:37 GLP-1 medications, hormones, peptides, and medical guidance 30:07 Using diagnostics to build a personalized health plan 38:23 Why health may be the new status symbol 40:59 Why medication cannot replace healthy habits 44:56 Longevity medicine for women and couples 46:19 Three ways to start improving your healthspan 48:30 How to learn more about Velocity Health Learn more about Velocity Health at VelocityHealthClinic.com. This episode is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning or changing any medication, treatment, supplement, or health program. Links: ROX Dashboard:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/rox-dashboard/ The DiJulius Group Methdology: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/x-commandment-methodology/ Company Service Aptitude Test:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/c-sat-forms/individual-c-sat/ Schedule a Complimentary Call with one of our advisors:  tdg.click/claudia Ask John!  Submit your questions for John, to be aired on future episode:  tdg.click/ask Customer Experience Executive Academy: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/project/cx-executive-academy/ Experience Revolution Membership:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/membership/ Books:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/shop/ Contacts:  Lindsey@thedijuliusgroup.com , Claudia@thedijuliusgroup.com If you want to learn how world-class organizations build cultures customers cannot live without, explore The Experience Revolution Membership. Inside the membership you'll gain access to livestream workshops, practical frameworks, and proven strategies used by organizations around the world. 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Sexual wellness isn't just about connection; it's a measurable driver of how long and how well you live. This episode reveals why intimacy and longevity are more linked than most people realize, and why so many couples never get the memo.Host Jenn Trepeck sits down with intimacy expert Susan Bratton to explore orgasmic intimacy, hormone health, and the science of pleasure and desire. Together they unpack why pleasure-based sex education for women is missing from most conversations, and how safe communication rebuilds connection at any age.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ Why desire and arousal are different from libido, and how each one affects your sex life differently✅ How oxytocin and skin-to-skin contact lower stress and support the immune system✅ Why bedroom communication is the foundation of a sex life that keeps improving with age✅ How GLP-1 medications are impacting libido, body image, and intimacy for many couplesThe Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into real-life wellness and weight loss, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Jenn introduces the episode's focus on sexual health and its connection to longevity later in life03:58 Susan Bratton shares her personal story and path into sex education08:49 Why intimacy and desire fall off the radar as couples age18:28 The link between orgasmic intimacy and health span23:00 How blood flow drives pleasure and physical sensation26:30 The hormone cascade, including oxytocin, released during intimacy31:10 Why bedroom communication must come before technique38:06 Tools listeners can use for libido, desire and arousal42:09 Susan explains the oxytocin yogurt and its role in hormone health48:00 How GLP-1 medications are changing libido and body imageKEY TAKEAWAYS:

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with chemical engineer and MoldCo founder Ariana Thacker.

Chemical engineer and MoldCo founder Ariana Thacker discusses mold-related illness, including chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), as a major blind spot in conventional care for chronic, multi-system symptoms. Thacker recounts developing rapid-onset brain fog, slurred speech, GI issues, hair loss, weight gain, and shortness of breath after six and a half months in a moldy Miami apartment, seeing over a dozen specialists who attributed symptoms to stress or anxiety. They discuss exposures beyond allergy (mycotoxins, VOCs, microbial fragments), genetic susceptibility (HLA haplotypes), and prevalence estimates tied to water-damaged homes. The episode covers home detection (sensory/visual checks, humidity, dust PCR/ERMI testing, certified inspectors) and diagnostics/treatment via Shoemaker-related biomarkers and protocols, including low-starch diet guidance and VIP peptide therapy, plus MoldCo's testing and virtual care services.

Are you doing enough now to protect your health, strength, and independence later?For men over 50, longevity is not just about living longer. It is about preserving healthspan, staying capable, and making better decisions before problems force the issue.Dr. Erik Schraga explains why men need to become more proactive about their health and why the basics still matter, even in an age of advanced testing and AI.How to think more clearly about cardiovascular risk, bloodwork, and the health numbers that matterWhy strength, sleep, consistency, and relationships all play a role in aging wellHow AI can help men ask better questions and take a more informed role in their own healthListen for a practical shift in thinking that can help you make smarter choices now and support better health and peak performance in the years ahead.If you find this episode helpful, please subscribe and share it with friends and family.NEW FOR 2026: Click here to get my weekly Unstoppable After 50 Playbook

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with environmental and wellness expert Helen Christoni.

Creating a Healthier Home: Indoor Air Purification and Reverse Osmosis Water Safety. Environmental and wellness expert Helen Christoni discusses reducing toxic exposures at home through improved indoor air and water quality. Christoni describes her health crisis—severe osteoporosis at 42 and multiple fractures—which she attributes to chronic artificial fragrance exposure in beauty product development, and how purifying air and water helped her recover and later complete multiple marathons. They discuss indoor air hazards such as VOCs (including formaldehyde), microplastics, wildfire smoke particles, and the importance of using a sealed, high-grade HEPA (down to 0.003 microns) plus substantial carbon filtration, proper room sizing, and filter maintenance; they caution against relying on ionizers or UV add-ons. On water, Christoni urges reverse osmosis to address contaminants including lead, PFAS, pharmaceuticals, and arsenic, noting boiling concentrates pollutants; they also discuss shower filtration for chlorine/chloramines. Resources include airdoctor.com, aquatru.com, isyourairqualitysafe.com, and ismywatersafe.com.

"Our own personal longevity is only 25% genetic. So the other 75% are in our control." — Michael Clinton  KEY LINKS  Learn more about “Longevity Nation: The People, Ideas, and Trends Changing the Second Half of Our Lives” HERE  Michael Clinton's Roar Forward, including the Reimagineers stories and free monthly newsletter is HERE  Connect with Michael Clinton on LinkedIn HERE   Read Age Better Cheat Sheet on Substack HERE  Barbara's Website is HERE   ABOUT THIS EPISODE  Michael Clinton ran Hearst Magazines. Then he left, wrote ROAR, built a company, and ran a marathon on every continent — most of it after 60.  For his new book – Longevity Nation -- he interviewed more than 70 experts. Not just doctors. Technologists, urban planners, dermatologists, wealth strategists. What came back was a single, connected picture of what it actually takes to live a long life well — and it is far more in your hands than you have been led to believe.  Here's what you'll take away:  Life layering. Why the old sequence — school, work, retire — is obsolete, and how to build a second set of identities in your 50s, 60s, and beyond. The 57-year-old with the kids gone and the job gone is at a beginning, not an end.  Proof it's never late. A woman took her first welding class at 70 and launched a business at 81. A veterinarian started school at 56.  Baby steps, not overhauls. Michael's exact instruction for starting anything new — and why nobody solves this in a weekend.  The money conversation nobody has. The one question to ask your bank that tells you whether your money outlives you. Plus a statistic about women and their finances that will make you sit up.  Loneliness and frailty. Why your world quietly shrinks, how that becomes a physical problem, and the single habit every expert on this show agrees on.  What's actually here now. Wearables, early-detection testing, GLP-1s beyond weight loss, and precision medicine built around your biology, not the average.  And one thing to do this week. Just one. You'll know it when you hear it.  You can't control getting older . . . but you can control how you do it.

What would you do if you discovered your coronary calcium score was over 1500? In this powerful patient story, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, sits down with a HealthspanMD member who thought he was doing many of the right things, only to discover he had significant hidden heart disease. Together, they discuss the shock of receiving a very high coronary calcium score, the confusion that followed, and the critical lessons he learned about heart disease risk, prevention, and the difference between reactive healthcare and proactive cardiovascular care. You'll also hear Dr. Hurst's expert guidance on what a high calcium score really means, common misconceptions about plaque and blockages, and the most important steps people can take to reduce their risk of a future heart attack. About the Guest Today's guest is a HealthspanMD member who discovered silent coronary artery disease after an incidental finding on a CT scan and later learned his coronary calcium score was over 1500. After extensive research and frustration with traditional answers, he found Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, and HealthspanMD. In this conversation, he shares his personal journey, the fears and uncertainties he faced, and how a personalized prevention strategy gave him clarity, confidence, and a path forward. Key Timestamps 00:00 – A shocking discovery: silent coronary artery disease and a calcium score over 1500 03:05 – How a YouTube video from Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE changed everything 04:20 – Why coronary calcium scores matter and how they personalize heart disease risk 07:20 – The opportunity hidden inside a high calcium score diagnosis 09:00 – Myth #1: Why coronary calcium scores should not be used to track progress 11:20 – Myth #2: High calcium scores do not automatically mean severe blockages 13:00 – The single most important thing to do after a high calcium score 13:40 – The Healthspan 10 and the lifestyle factors that reduce heart disease risk 15:30 – Why prevention beats waiting for symptoms or a heart attack 17:00 – The guest's experience of becoming a HealthspanMD member 18:10 – The difference between personalized prevention and traditional healthcare 19:15 – Lessons learned about calcium scores, plaque, and future risk 20:30 – Advice for anyone who has recently received a high coronary calcium score Topics Discussed Coronary calcium scores explained Hidden heart disease despite feeling healthy Preventing heart attacks before symptoms occur Common misconceptions about calcium scores Soft plaque vs. calcified plaque Personalized heart disease prevention The Healthspan 10 framework Why "normal" test results may not tell the full story A patient success story from HealthspanMD This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor. *Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* :

What happened to all those Balance of Nature commercials we used to hear? What are the pros and cons of male circumcision? Do women wearing thongs get more vaginal infections? Controversy over statins for seniors; An avocado a day may keep the cardiologist away; Major study flags frailty risks with GLP-1 drugs for seniors; Unlicensed doctor arrested after patient dies following NAD+ infusion; Short video “reels” may harm brain centers responsible for attention, executive function.

High-dose Vitamin D fails test in treatment of advanced colon cancer—but can prevent many early cancers from metastasizing; IV Vitamin C may delay progression Myelodysplastic syndrome, pancreatic cancer; Your future drug deliveries may be via drones; How to fight age-related “anabolic resistance”; Can osteoporosis be reversed with hormone replacement therapy and resistance exercise?

What if the peptide you just ordered online isn't wrong — it's just wrong for you? In Episode 2 of our peptides series, clinical pharmacist Dr. Melissa Jones takes us inside the actual decision-making process providers use to match a peptide to a patient, and why skipping that process is how people end up wasting money, or worse, hurting themselves. Host Jamie Preston and Dr. Jones dig into the real science: what a peptide is, how peptides signal the body, and why a healthy foundation — hormones and gut health — has to come before any peptide is even considered. From there, they cover the wide menu of options (tissue repair, skin and hair, sexual health, growth hormone support, metabolic health, sleep and stress) and what it actually means to “stack” or “cycle” peptides responsibly. In this episode, you'll hear: Why there isn't — and won't be — one peptide that does it all, and what that means for how providers build a plan How stacking and cycling actually work, and where cost becomes a real factor in the decision The difference between FDA-approved peptide uses (like Tesamorelin for visceral fat) and the anecdotal dosing happening across the wellness world The real danger in reconstituting and self-dosing peptides ordered online, explained in plain terms What responsible, supervised GLP-1 (Mounjaro, Ozempic, tirzepatide) therapy looks like — and what goes wrong with compounded, unregulated versions The specific list of patients who should avoid peptides or use extra caution, and why providers need to know it cold If you've ever wondered whether a peptide could actually help you — or wondered what your provider is really weighing before saying yes — this episode gives you the real answer, not the Instagram version. www.YourHealth.Org

What if the path to healthy longevity lies not in choosing between ancient healing traditions and modern science, but in learning how to integrate both? In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Dr. Mao Shing Ni—38th-generation doctor of Chinese medicine, co-founder of Tao of Wellness, and author of Secrets of Longevity—about how Traditional Chinese Medicine can complement modern approaches to healthspan optimization. Dr. Mao explains the foundational principles of Chinese medicine, including balance, the five elemental systems, and the links between organ function, emotional health, stress, and aging. This conversation also explores why daily habits, Tai Chi, Qigong, meditation, and purposeful movement remain some of the most powerful healthy aging strategies for preserving vitality, resilience, and independence over time.  Dr. Mao Shing Ni is board certified in anti-aging medicine and trained in acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, Tai Chi, Qigong, and integrative East-West healing approaches. Dr. Mao is the author of more than 20 books, including Secrets of Longevity and Second Spring, and has spent decades translating traditional healing wisdom into practical modern health guidance. His work integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine with contemporary research in preventive health, resilience, and preventing age-related disease. A longtime advocate for aging youthfully, he focuses on helping people improve daily habits, restore balance, and build sustainable foundations for lifelong vitality. He is internationally recognized for bringing Taoist medicine, mind-body practice, and lifestyle medicine into the mainstream longevity conversation.  Episode Timeline  00:00 – Welcome, introduction, and why ancient wisdom still matters in modern longevity  04:05 – Dr. Mao's personal healing story and the family lineage that shaped his life's work  07:37 – The core principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine: yin and yang, balance, and the five elemental systems  13:11 – How Chinese medicine views the liver, lungs, gut, kidneys, stress, and emotional regulation  17:28 – Wearables, AI, and the intriguing intersection of modern health data with Chinese medicine principles  21:36 – Why Secrets of Longevity focuses on practical, habit-based actions rather than theory alone  24:08 – The fundamentals of longevity: sleep, movement, stress reduction, purpose, and healthy daily habits  28:02 – Tai Chi and Qigong as powerful mind-body tools for cardiovascular health, balance, bone strength, and brain health  30:21 – Ballroom dancing, movement diversity, coordination, and cognitive resilience  32:00 – Where longevity science is headed: regeneration, organ support, prevention, and extending healthspan  36:04 – Dr. Mao's final message: healthy longevity is built on habits, consistency, and personal responsibility  Connect with Guest  Tao of Wellness https://taoofwellness.com/  Yo San University https://yosan.edu/  Secrets of Longevity by Dr. Mao Shing Ni https://taoofwellness.com/product/secrets-of-longevity/  Second Spring by Dr. Mao Shing Ni https://taoofwellness.com/product/second-spring/  Connect with your host, Dr. Gillian Lockitch Connect with your host, Dr, Gillian Lockitch email: askdrgill@gmail.com  For a personalized one on one conversation about health aging strategies Website: www.askdrgill.com https://www.facebook.com/gillian.lockitch/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillianlockitch/    

Lowering A1C in Prediabetes and Using Less Insulin on a Low-Carb Diet: Leyla Muedin, a registered dietitian nutritionist, answers listener questions about blood sugar and insulin. Responding to Rita, whose hemoglobin A1C rose from 5.6 to 5.8, Layla says “glucose hacks” to blunt carb absorption aren't appropriate at that level and recommends a strict very low-carb/keto approach (under 25 grams of total carbs per day), avoiding sugar, starchy vegetables, fruit (except avocado), sweetened beverages, and even alternative sweeteners and low-carb processed products; she suggests retesting A1C after three months and avoiding testing during illness or inflammation. She also addresses Joy, a type 1 diabetic, affirming low-carb eating to reduce insulin needs and weight gain, criticizing an insurance pricing structure that charges more when insulin is used more slowly, and expressing concern about doctors prescribing insulin too quickly for type 2 diabetes instead of dietary intervention.

Most people think they're just getting older.  The afternoon crashes. The stubborn belly fat. The aching joints. Brain fog. Poor sleep. Low energy. Rising cholesterol. Increasing blood pressure.But what if these aren't simply signs of aging at all?In this episode, Dr. Thomas Hemingway explains how to turn back your biologic clock 10-20 years and get the energy you've always desired so you can not only add years to your life, but more importantly, add life to your years.Have a Listen and Share with a Friend!**Free PDF:  "How I Got 16 Years Younger. (How to Reverse Your Biological age)   Inside the PDF, we pull back the curtain on how to get 10-20 years younger biologically with proven steps that work.*And, in my new Performance, and Longevity medical practice we specialize in turning back your biological age and OPTIMIZING HORMONES so you can feel a decade or more younger so you can do the things you want to do that you thought were no longer possible due to your age.  Join the waitlist here!*Don't wait to Prioritize your health, Start Today with the Simple and Powerful Steps detailed in my Best-selling book, PREVENTABLE.*ACCESS my FREE workshop, "GET 10 Years Younger, Stronger, and Sharper"  How to turn back your biological age 10-20 years so you can do the things you want to do that you no longer thought possible due to your age.  Perform at your best and live your best life!Join my Free Masterclass on Midlife Hormones, "Why You Don't Feel like Yourself anymore and What to Do about it!"JET LAG Survival Guide.  Free PDF!*GET DIRECT ACCESS to DR. HEMINGWAY in these AMAZING COURSES!**Free Resource:  "The 7 lab tests your doctor likely is not checking and could be the key to why you don't feel your best." *Don't Forget to SHARE with a Friend and please drop a Review:) It means the world!Mahalo and Aloha andTo your health,

Could you please comment on the new study that finds protein restriction could slow aging?Considerations for protein intake across the lifespanMy bone mineral density has improved with strontium. Should I stop taking it?  What about vitamin K2?

My HgbA1c is steady at 5.5. Could I reduce my metformin dose against the advice of my endocrinologist who states it's good for longevity?I have a large gallstone and am wondering what the pros and cons of having my gallbladder removed are.I take a lot of vitamins and am wondering if there's any easier way to ingest them?

Most of us assume that losing energy, struggling to sleep and taking longer to recover are simply inevitable parts of getting older.But what if they're not?Executive performance coach Drew Griesel believes many people are paying what he calls The Hidden Performance Tax - a slow, almost invisible decline in energy, focus and resilience that develops over years and eventually feels "normal."In this interview with Peter Bowes he explains why improving healthspan should come before pursuing longevity, why sleep quality may be the single most important driver of performance, and why the fundamentals - movement, nutrition, hydration and recovery - still matter more than the latest biohacks. Drew's YouTube channel is:https://www.youtube.com/@PrimalWellnessCoaching----DISCLOSURE: This podcast is supported by affiliate arrangements with a select number of companies. We have arranged discounts on certain products and receive a small commission on sales. The income helps to cover production costs and ensures that our interviews remain free for all to listen. Visit our LIVE LONG SHOP for more details: PartiQlar supplementsEnhance your wellness journey with PartiQlar supplements. No magic formulas, just pure single ingredients, like NMN, L-Glutathione, Spermidine, Resveratrol, TMG and Quercetin.  DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE NOWSupport the showThe Live Long podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice.  If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with endocrinologist Dr. Florence Comite.

Precision Hormone Health: Testosterone, Menopause, Muscle, Sleep, and Proactive Longevity: Endocrinologist Dr. Florence Comite details her book “Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer” and her precision-medicine approach to proactive longevity. She discusses testosterone decline beginning in the 30s in both sexes, stress-related low T (including in special forces), and testosterone's roles in energy, cognition, motivation, muscle, bone, and chronic disease risk. Comite argues genes are a “draft” and health destiny can be altered through epigenetic-like choices, individualized data, and early monitoring. For women, she emphasizes estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in perimenopause/menopause, preferring bioidentical hormones and criticizing WHI's use of Premarin/Provera and older participants. She covers osteoporosis prevention, muscle as an “organ of longevity,” protein intake, resistance training, continuous glucose monitors for individualized diet, sleep quality tracking via wearables, and selective use of DHEA, pregnenolone, growth hormone pathways, and peptides with attention to sourcing and risk.