Podcasts about heart disease

In this powerful episode of the HealthspanMD podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE sits down with patient Claudio and Healthspan Strategist Claire to explore what happens when someone who seems “healthy” on the surface discovers serious hidden risks beneath. They discuss high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and undetected coronary artery disease and how early detection, the right guidance, and committed lifestyle changes can completely transform a person's trajectory. Claudio shares the emotional and physical realities of confronting a life-threatening diagnosis and the mindset shift required to take control of his health. This conversation is both eye-opening and inspiring, highlighting how proactive care, personalized coaching, and accountability can turn fear into action and ultimately into long-term health and vitality. Claudio is a high-performing professional who came to HealthspanMD after struggling with high blood pressure despite maintaining what he believed was a healthy lifestyle. Through advanced testing, he discovered severe underlying cardiovascular disease, including a 90% blockage in a major artery. Since then, Claudio has undergone a remarkable transformation. Losing significant weight, improving key health markers, and embracing a lifelong commitment to health. His story is a powerful example of how early detection and the right support system can change and potentially save a life. Key Timestamps 00:01 – Episode introduction and overview of Claudio's story 01:00 – Claudio's initial concerns: high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and weight gain 03:30 – Discovering hidden risks: insulin resistance and early signs of artery disease 05:30 – Stress test results and the turning point toward deeper investigation 07:00 – Heart catheterization reveals significant blockage 08:30 – Emotional impact: fear, job concerns, and facing a serious diagnosis 10:30 – The importance of coaching, guidance, and a team-based approach 11:30 – Transformation results: weight loss, improved fitness, and lifestyle changes 14:30 – The mindset shift: from denial to taking ownership of health 16:00 – “Get busy living” moment and redefining identity as a heart patient 18:00 – Measurable improvements: blood pressure, cholesterol, and long-term risk reduction 20:00 – Why knowledge alone isn't enough, execution is everything 22:00 – Final reflections and encouragement for listeners to take action   Connect with HealthspanMD:

If you've been wondering why some people seem to experience major shifts in their health while others stay stuck in the same cycle for years, this episode explores five decisions that repeatedly appear in stories of remission, recovery, and unexpected improvement.In this episode of Renegade Remission, we look at the turning points that often happen before symptoms improve. Across documented recovery stories, meaningful change rarely begins with one dramatic intervention. More often, it starts when people begin changing the conditions their bodies are operating within; reducing chronic stress, reevaluating environments and routines, supporting the body more consistently, and staying engaged long enough for biology to respond.From there, we break down the science behind why these decisions matter biologically, including how chronic stress affects inflammation and hormone signaling, how the nervous system influences repair processes, and why repeated daily inputs shape long-term health more than isolated actions ever could.In this episode, you'll understand:The five decisions that repeatedly appear in stories of healing and recoveryWhy change often begins long before symptoms improveHow stress, environment, and daily habits directly influence biologyWhy consistency matters more than intensity when supporting healingHow to begin identifying the patterns that may be helping—or straining—your bodyListen now to understand why healing often begins with a change in direction, and how small, repeated decisions can gradually reshape the conditions your body responds to.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

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If you're sleeping more, resting constantly, and still feeling exhausted, this episode will help you understand why fatigue in chronic illness often has very little to do with sleep alone.In this episode of Renegade Remission, we explore the deeper biological drivers of fatigue and why so many people continue feeling depleted even when they're doing everything they can to rest. You'll hear the story of pharmacist and Hashimoto's expert Izabella Wentz, who experienced profound exhaustion that did not improve with sleep or conventional treatment alone. As she began addressing inflammation, gut health, nutrient deficiencies, stress physiology, and blood sugar regulation, her energy gradually began to return.From there, we break down the science of how the body actually produces and regulates energy—including mitochondrial function, inflammation, nervous system load, blood sugar stability, and nutrient status.In this episode, you'll understand:Why fatigue during illness is often not caused by lack of sleepHow inflammation and immune activity drain energy at the cellular levelThe connection between stress physiology and energy crashesWhy blood sugar instability can worsen fatigue throughout the dayPractical ways to support energy production without forcing or overexerting yourselfListen now to understand what may really be driving your fatigue—and how to begin supporting your body's energy systems in a more effective and sustainable way.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

There's SO much information about wellness hacks, it's hard to know what's worth trying. And then there are pharmaceuticals like GLP-1 medications that seem like the magic bullet for metabolic health. With all of these, are we setting ourselves up for the next public health crisis? Before you or someone you love considers a pharmaceutical or biohack, listen to this episode. Jenn Trepeck of Salad with a Side of Fries breaks down why the wellness industry deserves more credit than mainstream media gives it, and why pharmaceutical solutions like GLP-1 medications and statins cannot carry the full weight of America's health crisis. From affordable, healthy eating strategies to the alarming long-term risks of overreliance on a single hormone pathway, Jenn makes a compelling, research-backed case for a more comprehensive approach to metabolic health. What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ Why GLP-1 medications may be following the same trajectory as statin drugs, and what that historical pattern reveals about where we are headed with metabolic health and long-term outcomes.✅ How eating in season and shopping at ethnic grocery stores can make whole foods nutrition genuinely affordable, healthy eating for more people, regardless of income level.✅ The critical connection between reduced food intake on GLP-1 medications, nutrient deficiency, and the alarming rise of osteoporosis and cancer risk, especially for younger populations and children.✅ Why fat cell memory and the Minnesota Starvation Experiment both reveal that weight loss without lifestyle medicine and nutritional education is unlikely to produce lasting results.The 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 Why mainstream media voices unfairly dismiss the wellness industry05:50 A critique of how major journalists cover GLP-1 medications without consulting balanced sources or opposing viewpoints13:33 The argument that pharmaceutical solutions have become the default answer instead of addressing the root causes of metabolic health issues22:29 Discussion of income, access, and why processed foods are cheaper than whole foods nutrition is a structural public health failure30:37 Practical tips for affordable healthy eating, including seasonal eating and shopping at ethnic grocery stores for better quality produce34:39 The GLP-1 conversation begins in earnest, with Jenn explaining why she calls them our generation's statin drug37:02 A deep dive into statin drug statistics, heart disease rates, and why more prescriptions have not produced better cardiovascular health outcomes41:14 Jenn outlines her predictions, including rising osteoporosis risk, bone density loss, and increased colorectal cancer risk tied to low fiber intake44:31 The role of fat cell memory, the Minnesota Starvation Experiment, and why GLP-1 medications without lifestyle medicine will not produce lasting changeKEY TAKEAWAYS:

Send Vanessa a Text Message If you'd like to support Vanessa and the podcast, you can do so here: Buy Me a CoffeeIn today's episode, I'm joined by Cherie Calbom, widely known as The Juice Lady. Cherie holds a Master's degree in nutrition and has been a pioneer in whole-food nutrition and the juicing movement for decades. She is the author of 36 books, including the global bestseller Juicing for Life, which has helped millions of people reclaim their health through vibrant, nourishing foods.Her latest book, The Truth About Seed Oils, explores one of the most controversial and overlooked topics in modern nutrition: How industrial seed oils became widely promoted as “heart healthy,” and what that shift may have meant for public health over time.But this conversation goes far beyond just seed oils.Together, we explored: The history and rise of industrial seed oils  How marketing and dietary guidelines shaped public perception  The role of industry influence and lobbying in modern food systems  The contrast between whole, traditional foods and ultra-processed oils  And the deeper question of how far we've drifted from real, nourishing food We also found ourselves moving into a more reflective space as we discuss our cultural disconnection from food, the loss of reverence around eating, and what it might look like to return to a more grounded and intentional relationship with nourishment. This is a conversation that blends history, nutrition, culture, and deeper reflection on what it means to truly nourish the body.I also mentioned my daily vitamin E supplement during this episode:Mitolife PUFA Protect Vitamin EYou can use code Vanessa15 for 15% off if you choose to try it. Connect with Cherie: Cherie's Seed Oil Book & Resources: The Truth About Seed Oils Cherie's Website: Juice Lady Info Instagram: @juiceladycherieConnect with Vanessa and the podcast: IWP Website: Intentionally Well PodcastIWP Recommended ProductsPodcast on InstagramVanessa on InstagramPodcast on YouTubeVanessa on TikTokVanessa on XEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comSupport the showThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

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Handheld Ultrasound and Detection of Valve and Other Structural Heart Disease   Guest: Jared Bird, M.D. Host: Paul Friedman, M.D.   Handheld ultrasound is rapidly changing cardiovascular structural heart disease assessment by allowing clinicians and researchers to detect valvular and structural heart disease earlier and more accurately. Advances in AI imaging guidance and interpretation further bridge the gap between physical exam and formal comprehensive echocardiography. It is important to realize how complimentary handheld ultrasound can be in the early detection of structural heat disease but does not replace diagnostic echocardiography.   Topics Discussed: How does handheld ultrasound improve upon the traditional physical exam when it comes to identifying valvular or structural heart disease? What are the most common valve or structural abnormalities that clinicians can reliably detect using handheld ultrasound today? How are we using handheld ultrasound to screen patients for structural heart disease in a research setting? How do AI-ECG and handheld ultrasound intersect to provide optimal screening of asymptomatic patients with structural heart disease?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode.   Podcast episode transcript found here.   Recorded on: 30-December-2025

If your symptoms seem to affect multiple parts of your body, causing issues like fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, immune issues, digestive problems, or neurological symptoms, this episode will help you understand why the gut may be influencing far more than you realize.In this episode of Renegade Remission, we explore the growing science behind the role of the gut in immune regulation, inflammation, brain function, and energy production. You'll hear the remarkable story of Dr. Terry Wahls, who began researching the connection between nutrition, mitochondrial function, and the gut microbiome after progressive MS left her reliant on a tilt-recline wheelchair. Through targeted dietary and lifestyle changes designed to support cellular repair and gut health, she gradually regained mobility, energy, and function in ways she did not expect.From there, we break down the biology of how the gut influences systems throughout the body—including the immune system, the microbiome, nutrient absorption, the gut-brain axis, and intestinal permeability.In this episode, you'll understand:Why gut dysfunction can create symptoms far beyond digestionHow the microbiome influences inflammation, immunity, and brain functionThe connection between gut health, fatigue, and nutrient absorptionWhy nervous system regulation affects digestion and healingSimple, foundational ways to begin supporting gut health without extreme protocolsListen now to understand why the gut plays such a central role in chronic illness—and how small, consistent shifts can begin changing how you feel day to day.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

What happens when almost 500 firefighters get a full health screening—and many discover hidden risks they never saw coming?Rip sits down with Deputy Chief Jayme McConnellogue and Lieutenant Ian Elliott of the Colorado Springs Fire Department to explore a groundbreaking department-wide health initiative—and the life-changing results.From undiagnosed cancers to widespread cardiovascular risk, the findings were shocking. But what followed is even more inspiring: a grassroots movement toward better health, fueled by education, vulnerability, and the power of plant-based nutrition.Ian shares his personal story—from elite endurance athlete to unexpected heart health scare—and how a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle transformed his health, energy, and outlook.This episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes they're “doing everything right”… and for anyone ready to take control of their health.Key Takeaways:Nearly 500 firefighters voluntarily underwent health screeningsMultiple cancers identified—many in asymptomatic individuals84% had elevated LDL cholesterol (major heart disease risk)Over 50% had high total cholesterolHundreds of firefighters showed signs of hypertensionMental health culture paved the way for physical health transformationReal change started from the ground up—not top downFood can be a powerful tool for prevention—and reversalYou'll Learn:Why even “fit” individuals can have hidden cardiovascular diseaseHow firehouse culture influences long-term healthThe connection between vulnerability and real behavior changeWhy plant-based nutrition is gaining traction—even in high-performance professionsHow to start making changes without overwhelmThis episode is really about leadership. It's about culture change. It's about vulnerability. And ultimately—it's about the life-saving power of the food we choose to put into our bodies every single day.Watch the Episode on YouTubeLearn More About our 2026 Live PLANTSTRONG Events: https://plantstrongevents.com/ Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyLearn More About Our Corporate Wellness Program: https://liveplantstrong.com/corporate-wellness/ COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrong.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

If you've ever wondered whether the oils you cook with—or eat every day—could be affecting your healing potential, this episode will help you understand what to look for and what to change.In this episode of Renegade Remission, I sit down with nutrition expert and author Cherie Calbom to unpack the growing conversation around seed oils, inflammation, and chronic disease. We explore how these oils are produced, why their structure makes them more vulnerable to damage under heat and processing, and how that may impact inflammation, oxidative stress, and cellular health. Cherie also shares her personal healing story, along with powerful examples from her work with clients who made dietary shifts and experienced significant changes in their energy, symptoms, and overall well-being.In this episode, you'll understand:• What seed oils are and how they differ from more traditional fats• Why processing methods may influence how these oils behave in the body• How imbalances in omega-6 and omega-3 fats can contribute to inflammation• Which fats are more stable and commonly recommended for cooking• Practical ways to reduce exposure and make more supportive choicesListen now to better understand the role fats and oils may play in your health—and how small, realistic changes can support your body over time.Learn more from Cherie:www.juiceladycherie.comFollow her on Instagram:@juiceladycherieDISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

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This interview is disseminated on behalf of Cardiol Therapeutics Inc.In this episode of Stocks to Watch, we sit down with David Elsley, President and CEO of Cardiol Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CRDL | TSX: CRDL), to discuss the company's late-stage clinical development program targeting inflammation-driven heart conditions, including recurrent pericarditis and acute myocarditis.Learn more: https://www.cardiolrx.comWatch the full YouTube interview here: https://youtu.be/NXkzgfWHQnAAnd follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/GlobalOneMedia 

☎️ Book Your COMPLEMENTARY CONSULTATION and CALORIE CALCULATION Call: https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠High Cholesterol In Menopause - It has nothing to do with dietary cholesterol | MMP Ep. 240: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Nj8UUVrF6dHVQbtBkQorQ?si=OFOmYlpUR42Yp2Gvd9xsdwHeart disease is the number one cause of death in women — not cancer. And your risk doesn't just increase with age. It accelerates during perimenopause.The hormonal shift you are moving through right now isn't just about hot flashes and irregular periods. It is directly affecting your cholesterol, your blood pressure, your blood vessel flexibility, your insulin sensitivity, and your inflammatory load — and most women are never told this.In this episode, Stephanie breaks down exactly what estrogen does for your cardiovascular system, what happens when it drops, the five root-cause drivers that compound your risk during this transition, and what you can actually do about it — including what the most current research says about HRT and heart protection.This is the episode your doctor should have given you.

If you've ever been told your condition is “incurable” or that your disease will only move in one direction, this episode will help you understand what research actually shows about how the body responds to illness, and why outcomes may be less fixed than they seem.In this episode of Renegade Remission, you'll hear two powerful examples: Dr. Dean Ornish's clinical research demonstrating measurable regression of heart disease under specific lifestyle conditions, and the story of Ann Fonfa, who lived decades beyond an advanced cancer prognosis while pursuing an integrative approach to her health. From there, we zoom out to look at the broader data, including thousands of documented cases of unexpected recovery, and what they reveal about the range of possible outcomes.In this episode, you'll understand: • What “reversal,” “remission,” and “stabilization” actually mean in medical terms • Why disease progression is not always linear or predictable • How inflammation, immune function, and metabolism influence disease behavior • The role of gene expression and environment in shaping outcomes • How to think about your own healing in a way that is both grounded and openListen now to understand what the data really says about healing—and how to approach your own path with clarity, realism, and possibility.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Thomas Di Salvo about heart health and prevention, when you have a family history of heart disease.

Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts! Many women entering perimenopause and menopause begin experiencing symptoms like brain fog, forgetfulness, anxiety, emotional exhaustion, poor sleep, mood changes, and difficulty concentrating—often without realizing these changes may be connected to shifting hormones. In this deeply personal and educational episode, Dr. Rekishia McMillan shares her own journey navigating major depressive disorder while serving in the military during perimenopause, long before she fully understood the connection between hormones, stress, sleep, inflammation, and mental health. Dr. Rekishia explores how estrogen impacts the brain, memory, mood, and nervous system, and explains why areas like the hippocampus—the brain's memory center—are especially sensitive to hormonal decline during menopause transitions. She also breaks down practical, natural strategies women can use to support cognitive health, emotional wellness, mental clarity, and hormonal balance through nutrition, stress management, movement, sleep, and faith-centered healing practices. This episode is ideal for women experiencing menopause brain fog, anxiety, memory changes, emotional overwhelm, fatigue, or cognitive shifts and looking for holistic, faith-aligned support during hormonal transitions. How estrogen impacts the brain, memory, mood, and emotional health Why women experience brain fog, forgetfulness, and cognitive changes during menopause The role of the hippocampus in memory, learning, and mental clarity Brain-supportive foods that nourish cognitive function and emotional wellness Natural strategies to support mental health, hormones, sleep, and nervous system balance during perimenopause and menopause Join Dr. Rekishia for her Faith + Hormone Health Tuesdays Sign up on Eventbrite Want to Go Deeper? Access resources, upcoming events, and ways to work with Dr. Rekishia "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." 2 Timothy 1:7 Love, Health and Blessings, Dr. Rekishia Listen to Related Episodes: 288 | Bone Loss, Weak Bones & Hormone Imbalance in Women, 5 Foods That Naturally Rebuild Bone Strength Through Osteoblast Activation (+ Bonus Recipe) 278 | Estrogen and Heart Disease, Why Women's Hormones Are the Missing Link in Heart Health 159 | Is Brain Fog Robbing You of Energy? How Mushroom Coffee Is Giving Women More Energy and Focus     Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced websites are not to be taken as medical advice or to be used as a diagnosis or treatment plan for any medical condition. I am sharing my educated opinions and experience, but nothing shared here can be taken on a one size fits all basis and we always recommend you do your own research, talk to your own doctors and practitioners, and take full responsibility for any health medical choices you make.

Did you know that hidden dental infections could be silently affecting your heart? In this episode of The Natural Heart Doctor Show Podcast, Dr. Michelle Jorgensen explains the powerful connection between oral health, inflammation, airway issues, root canals, and cardiovascular disease, and why the mouth may hold answers many people have been missing.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Michelle Jorgensen is a dentist, board-certified traditional naturopathic physician, and therapeutic nutritional counselor specializing in holistic and health-based dentistry. After becoming seriously ill from mercury exposure during her years practicing traditional dentistry, she transformed the way she approached patient care and began exploring the deeper connection between oral health and systemic disease.As the founder of Total Care Dental & Wellness in Utah, Dr. Jorgensen focuses on the relationship between oral infections, airway health, nutrition, gut function, and chronic inflammation. Through her clinical work, educational platform, and wellness products, she helps individuals better understand how oral health impacts the entire body and overall vitality.Social Handles:Website: https://www.totalcaredental.com/Website: https://livingwellwithdrmichelle.com/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/livingwellwithdrmichelle/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LivingwellwithDrMichelleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/livingwellwithdrmichelle- - - - -Jack Wolfson, DO, FACCWebsites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drjackwolfson.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://naturalheartdoctor.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjackwolfson⁠⁠⁠⁠Ready to move past the confusion and fear of typical heart health approaches? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠naturalheartdoctor.com/discovery⁠⁠⁠⁠ to schedule your free discovery call and start your journey toward a 100-year heart with real, evidence-based answers.- - - - -PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/

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Most women have had bloodwork done. What most women haven't had is the right bloodwork. In this episode, Dr. Poonam Desai, double board certified in lifestyle and emergency medicine, NAM certified in menopause care, and founder of Longevity Place and Her Longevity, breaks down the five labs she runs on every female patient, the optimal values most physicians aren't targeting, and why the standard panel tells you almost nothing about long-term cardiovascular risk, metabolic health, or inflammation. This is one of the most practical longevity conversations I've had for women who want to know where they actually stand.We also go deep on the three female life phases medicine consistently underserves, how women's cardiac symptoms are still being dismissed in clinical settings, and what a real foundational protocol looks like before any advanced intervention enters the picture. The perimenopause section is worth your full attention, what is shifting hormonally and metabolically, why those symptoms should not be pushed through, and why the window for acting is earlier than most women are told.Join the most comprehensive *female-specific community for health and longevity optimization.* After over a decade dedicated to human performance and women's health, I created this space to share everything you need to know to optimize health and lifespan. Inside, you'll get access to exclusive protocols, live Q&As, the latest female longevity science, and a private, supportive community of like-minded women.https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-memberIf you're already paying attention to food, sleep, and overall health, cleaning products are another place where exposure adds up quickly. Branch Basics is a simple way to clean your home with fewer unnecessary ingredients and less clutter under the sink.https://branchbasics.com/KAYLA15Code: KAYLA15In This Conversation:-Why women need a different longevity lens than men-The cardiovascular markers Dr. Desai wants women tracking early-Why blood pressure, resting heart rate, HRV, and snoring matter more than people think-How to use bowel movements as a simple gut-health signal-Why she starts with fiber before protein-The overlooked role of toxins, plastics, and hormone disruptors-What women should not ignore in perimenopause-Why knowing your numbers early changes everythingConnect with Kayla:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevityTwitter:https://x.com/femalelongevityWebsite:https://www.kaylabarnes.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4OLWWn22RGB0argbRPvAaQ?si=8e91b3c9e0ce4054Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/longevity-optimization-with-kayla-barnes-lentz/id1591130227Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.comLearn more about Dr. Poonam Desai:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpoonamdesai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-poonam-desai/Website: https://www.drpoonamdesai.com/Her Substack: https://drpoonamdesai.substack.com/

How are hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's related to your risk of having high cholesterol and heart disease? What symptoms have you normalized that might actually be your body asking for help?In this Thyroid Thursday episode, I share what recently happened when my Dad landed in the hospital and ultimately needed open-heart surgery for a triple bypass after doctors found major arterial blockages. This is a vulnerable episode for me, but it comes with great advice on handling unexpected life events and how they relate to your own health management. So get ready for some deep emotions, but also deep insights into why it's never too late to start taking our health more seriously.I talk about the fear and overwhelm of getting to Florida in time, what it was like watching him go through surgery and early recovery, and how grateful I am that he's doing well now. From this experience, there are 6 big lessons that changed how I'm showing up in my life and work. As I go through them, I also invite you to think of areas in your own life and health journey that can use some immediate action today.Since this is Thyroid Thursday, we can't finish an episode without getting a little clinical and science-y. I talk a little bit about the thyroid–heart connection and how the thyroid is closely connected to cholesterol. I explain why, when someone has high cholesterol, I want to see a full thyroid panel (not just TSH), and why treating cholesterol without addressing thyroid function can miss the root issue.I close with a reminder to get the right testing and support now, listen to your body early, release perfectionism, and focus on consistent compassion and action—because we can't buy back time. And as always, getting your stress and emotional well-being under control is one of the best things we can do to support our overall health today.Disclaimer: This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to educate you about how to take care of your body and as a self-help tool for your own use so that you can reach your own health goals. It is not intended to treat or cure any specific illness and is not to replace the guidance provided by your own medical practitioner. If you are under the care of a healthcare professional or currently use prescription medications, you should discuss any dietary changes or potential dietary supplement use with your doctor, and should not discontinue any prescription medications without first consulting your doctor. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. If you suspect you have a medical problem, we urge you to take appropriate action by seeking medical attention.In This Episode:[1:55] What happened with my dad's triple bypass surgery[4:50] Your genetics are NOT your destiny[7:20] Taking care of your health now helps you out later in life[9:15] Get clear on one area of your health that you need to improve now[10:07] Get in tune with your body's cues and know when something is off[15:15] Processing vs. bypassing emotions (feel the hard stuff)[20:40] Get clear on what actually matters to you[24:15] I'm breaking up with perfectionism[28:10] The thyroid-heart connection and how this affects cholesterolConnect with Sophie: Instagram: @shetalkshealthWebsite: shetalkshealth.comApply to work with us: www.shetalkshealth.com/callThyroid Breakthrough Call: https://thyroidhealthaudit.shetalkshealth.com/thyroid-health-auditThe Mineral Reset (HTMA): https://shethrives.shetalkshealth.com/htma-packageMineral Mocktail (get your energy back now!: https://shetalkshealth.com/mineral-mocktail-guide/Stop guessing with your thyroid & Get Answers Now: https://ace.shetalkshealth.com/home-frontGofundme link: gofundme.com/f/help-felix-promote-artery-checks-for-a-healthier-future/fb/o?attribution_id=sl:fe4ed664-b414-4114-8cce-518492516f2d&ts=1778546466&utm_campaign=natman_today_topbar_ios&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

What if most heart attacks could be predicted—and prevented—years before symptoms appear? In this episode, Dr. John Osborne, Harvard-trained cardiologist and Co-Founder of ClearCardio, explains how advanced imaging, AI-powered diagnostics, and preventive cardiology are reshaping the future of heart health. With decades of experience in cardiovascular medicine, Dr. Osborne focuses on identifying hidden cardiac risk before catastrophic events occur. His work combines cutting-edge technology with a proactive approach to detecting plaque, assessing vascular health, and helping patients understand the real drivers of heart disease. In this conversation, we explore: ·       What actually causes heart attacks and sudden cardiac death. ·       The difference between soft plaque and calcified plaque in coronary artery disease. ·       Why "normal" stress tests can still miss dangerous cardiovascular risk. ·       How AI-powered cardiac imaging is improving early detection and prevention. ·       The limitations of stents and why prevention matters more than intervention. From metabolic health and inflammation to precision imaging and longevity, this episode offers a modern perspective on protecting cardiovascular health before problems arise. To learn more about Dr. John Osborne and ClearCardio, connect with him on LinkedIn. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr 

If your diagnosis has left your mind racing and replaying worst-case scenarios, waking you up at night, or pulling you into endless “what if” thoughts, this episode will help you understand why your brain is reacting this way and how to begin calming the fear.In this episode of Renegade Remission, we explore why anxiety, panic, and rumination often intensify after a life-changing diagnosis. You'll hear the story of Kate Bowler, who faced overwhelming fear and uncertainty after her stage IV cancer diagnosis and gradually learned how to live with more steadiness, even without having all the answers. From there, we break down the biology of fear, including how the brain's threat-detection system, stress hormones, inflammation, and uncertainty itself can keep your mind stuck in overdrive.In this episode, you'll understand: • Why your brain fixates on worst-case scenarios after a diagnosis • How anxiety, panic, and rumination are driven by real biological processes • Why uncertainty feels so difficult for the mind to tolerate • How stress hormones and inflammation can intensify emotional distress • Simple, practical ways to interrupt fear spirals and calm your nervous systemListen now to understand what's happening inside your mind and learn how to create moments of calm, even in the middle of uncertainty.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

Heart disease is still the number one killer of women in the U.S, yet the signs go unnoticed. In today's episode of Menopause: Changing the Conversation, WBBM's Lisa Fielding takes a closer look at the correlation between menopause and your heart.

Heart disease is still the number one killer of women in the U.S, yet the signs go unnoticed. In today's episode of Menopause: Changing the Conversation, WBBM's Lisa Fielding takes a closer look at the correlation between menopause and your heart.

The Great Cholesterol Myth: What Your Doctor May Not Be Telling Youwith Dr. Jonny BowdenIn this eye-opening conversation, JJ reconnects with renowned nutrition expert and bestselling author Dr. Jonny Bowden to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in modern medicine: cholesterol.Dr. Bowden, co-author of The Great Cholesterol Myth, explains why the conventional cholesterol narrative is outdated, why total cholesterol tells us almost nothing about heart disease risk, and why inflammation and insulin resistance may be far more important predictors of long-term health.Together, JJ and Dr. Bowden discuss the evolution of cholesterol science, the overprescription of statins, and why people must become advocates for their own health instead of blindly outsourcing decisions to conventional medicine.In This Episode:Why total cholesterol is an outdated marker for heart disease riskThe difference between LDL cholesterol and LDL particlesWhy “good” and “bad” cholesterol is an oversimplified conceptWhat ApoB and LDL particle testing actually reveal about cardiovascular riskThe role of inflammation in chronic disease and heart diseaseHow insulin resistance predicts disease years before symptoms appearWhy stress, processed foods, poor sleep, and sedentary living fuel metabolic dysfunctionThe connection between blood sugar regulation and cardiovascular healthWhy many conventional cholesterol tests are “1963 medicine”What lifestyle changes can help reduce inflammation naturallyWhy questioning medical dogma matters for your long-term healthKey Takeaways:Dr. Bowden explains that cholesterol itself is not the enemy. Instead, the real issue is the condition of the particles carrying cholesterol through the bloodstream and the inflammation damaging artery walls. He uses powerful analogies — including boats crashing in a marina and golf balls burning through a tennis net — to explain how small, dense LDL particles create more cardiovascular risk than large LDL particles.JJ and Dr. Bowden also explore how insulin resistance quietly drives many chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, Alzheimer's, and heart disease — often decades before diagnosis.This episode is a reminder that true health requires curiosity, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.Resources Mentioned:The Great Cholesterol Myth by Dr. Jonny Bowden & Dr. Stephen SinatraApoB testingLDL particle testingFunction HealthPubMed.govConnect with Dr. Jonny BowdenWebsite: DrJonnyBowden.comBook: The Great Cholesterol MythConnect with JJJJ Flizanes Official WebsiteFeelings & Needs List

The Great Cholesterol Myth: What Your Doctor May Not Be Telling Youwith Dr. Jonny BowdenIn this eye-opening conversation, JJ reconnects with renowned nutrition expert and bestselling author Dr. Jonny Bowden to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in modern medicine: cholesterol.Dr. Bowden, co-author of The Great Cholesterol Myth, explains why the conventional cholesterol narrative is outdated, why total cholesterol tells us almost nothing about heart disease risk, and why inflammation and insulin resistance may be far more important predictors of long-term health.Together, JJ and Dr. Bowden discuss the evolution of cholesterol science, the overprescription of statins, and why people must become advocates for their own health instead of blindly outsourcing decisions to conventional medicine.In This Episode:Why total cholesterol is an outdated marker for heart disease riskThe difference between LDL cholesterol and LDL particlesWhy “good” and “bad” cholesterol is an oversimplified conceptWhat ApoB and LDL particle testing actually reveal about cardiovascular riskThe role of inflammation in chronic disease and heart diseaseHow insulin resistance predicts disease years before symptoms appearWhy stress, processed foods, poor sleep, and sedentary living fuel metabolic dysfunctionThe connection between blood sugar regulation and cardiovascular healthWhy many conventional cholesterol tests are “1963 medicine”What lifestyle changes can help reduce inflammation naturallyWhy questioning medical dogma matters for your long-term healthKey Takeaways:Dr. Bowden explains that cholesterol itself is not the enemy. Instead, the real issue is the condition of the particles carrying cholesterol through the bloodstream and the inflammation damaging artery walls. He uses powerful analogies — including boats crashing in a marina and golf balls burning through a tennis net — to explain how small, dense LDL particles create more cardiovascular risk than large LDL particles.JJ and Dr. Bowden also explore how insulin resistance quietly drives many chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, Alzheimer's, and heart disease — often decades before diagnosis.This episode is a reminder that true health requires curiosity, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.Resources Mentioned:The Great Cholesterol Myth by Dr. Jonny Bowden & Dr. Stephen SinatraApoB testingLDL particle testingFunction HealthPubMed.govConnect with Dr. Jonny BowdenWebsite: DrJonnyBowden.comBook: The Great Cholesterol MythConnect with JJJJ Flizanes Official WebsiteFeelings & Needs List

The Great Cholesterol Myth: What Your Doctor May Not Be Telling Youwith Dr. Jonny BowdenIn this eye-opening conversation, JJ reconnects with renowned nutrition expert and bestselling author Dr. Jonny Bowden to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in modern medicine: cholesterol.Dr. Bowden, co-author of The Great Cholesterol Myth, explains why the conventional cholesterol narrative is outdated, why total cholesterol tells us almost nothing about heart disease risk, and why inflammation and insulin resistance may be far more important predictors of long-term health.Together, JJ and Dr. Bowden discuss the evolution of cholesterol science, the overprescription of statins, and why people must become advocates for their own health instead of blindly outsourcing decisions to conventional medicine.In This Episode:Why total cholesterol is an outdated marker for heart disease riskThe difference between LDL cholesterol and LDL particlesWhy “good” and “bad” cholesterol is an oversimplified conceptWhat ApoB and LDL particle testing actually reveal about cardiovascular riskThe role of inflammation in chronic disease and heart diseaseHow insulin resistance predicts disease years before symptoms appearWhy stress, processed foods, poor sleep, and sedentary living fuel metabolic dysfunctionThe connection between blood sugar regulation and cardiovascular healthWhy many conventional cholesterol tests are “1963 medicine”What lifestyle changes can help reduce inflammation naturallyWhy questioning medical dogma matters for your long-term healthKey Takeaways:Dr. Bowden explains that cholesterol itself is not the enemy. Instead, the real issue is the condition of the particles carrying cholesterol through the bloodstream and the inflammation damaging artery walls. He uses powerful analogies — including boats crashing in a marina and golf balls burning through a tennis net — to explain how small, dense LDL particles create more cardiovascular risk than large LDL particles.JJ and Dr. Bowden also explore how insulin resistance quietly drives many chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, Alzheimer's, and heart disease — often decades before diagnosis.This episode is a reminder that true health requires curiosity, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.Resources Mentioned:The Great Cholesterol Myth by Dr. Jonny Bowden & Dr. Stephen SinatraApoB testingLDL particle testingFunction HealthPubMed.govConnect with Dr. Jonny BowdenWebsite: DrJonnyBowden.comBook: The Great Cholesterol MythConnect with JJJJ Flizanes Official WebsiteFeelings & Needs List

The Great Cholesterol Myth: What Your Doctor May Not Be Telling Youwith Dr. Jonny BowdenIn this eye-opening conversation, JJ reconnects with renowned nutrition expert and bestselling author Dr. Jonny Bowden to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in modern medicine: cholesterol.Dr. Bowden, co-author of The Great Cholesterol Myth, explains why the conventional cholesterol narrative is outdated, why total cholesterol tells us almost nothing about heart disease risk, and why inflammation and insulin resistance may be far more important predictors of long-term health.Together, JJ and Dr. Bowden discuss the evolution of cholesterol science, the overprescription of statins, and why people must become advocates for their own health instead of blindly outsourcing decisions to conventional medicine.In This Episode:Why total cholesterol is an outdated marker for heart disease riskThe difference between LDL cholesterol and LDL particlesWhy “good” and “bad” cholesterol is an oversimplified conceptWhat ApoB and LDL particle testing actually reveal about cardiovascular riskThe role of inflammation in chronic disease and heart diseaseHow insulin resistance predicts disease years before symptoms appearWhy stress, processed foods, poor sleep, and sedentary living fuel metabolic dysfunctionThe connection between blood sugar regulation and cardiovascular healthWhy many conventional cholesterol tests are “1963 medicine”What lifestyle changes can help reduce inflammation naturallyWhy questioning medical dogma matters for your long-term healthKey Takeaways:Dr. Bowden explains that cholesterol itself is not the enemy. Instead, the real issue is the condition of the particles carrying cholesterol through the bloodstream and the inflammation damaging artery walls. He uses powerful analogies — including boats crashing in a marina and golf balls burning through a tennis net — to explain how small, dense LDL particles create more cardiovascular risk than large LDL particles.JJ and Dr. Bowden also explore how insulin resistance quietly drives many chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, Alzheimer's, and heart disease — often decades before diagnosis.This episode is a reminder that true health requires curiosity, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.Resources Mentioned:The Great Cholesterol Myth by Dr. Jonny Bowden & Dr. Stephen SinatraApoB testingLDL particle testingFunction HealthPubMed.govConnect with Dr. Jonny BowdenWebsite: DrJonnyBowden.comBook: The Great Cholesterol MythConnect with JJJJ Flizanes Official WebsiteFeelings & Needs List

The Great Cholesterol Myth: What Your Doctor May Not Be Telling Youwith Dr. Jonny BowdenIn this eye-opening conversation, JJ reconnects with renowned nutrition expert and bestselling author Dr. Jonny Bowden to unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in modern medicine: cholesterol.Dr. Bowden, co-author of The Great Cholesterol Myth, explains why the conventional cholesterol narrative is outdated, why total cholesterol tells us almost nothing about heart disease risk, and why inflammation and insulin resistance may be far more important predictors of long-term health.Together, JJ and Dr. Bowden discuss the evolution of cholesterol science, the overprescription of statins, and why people must become advocates for their own health instead of blindly outsourcing decisions to conventional medicine.In This Episode:Why total cholesterol is an outdated marker for heart disease riskThe difference between LDL cholesterol and LDL particlesWhy “good” and “bad” cholesterol is an oversimplified conceptWhat ApoB and LDL particle testing actually reveal about cardiovascular riskThe role of inflammation in chronic disease and heart diseaseHow insulin resistance predicts disease years before symptoms appearWhy stress, processed foods, poor sleep, and sedentary living fuel metabolic dysfunctionThe connection between blood sugar regulation and cardiovascular healthWhy many conventional cholesterol tests are “1963 medicine”What lifestyle changes can help reduce inflammation naturallyWhy questioning medical dogma matters for your long-term healthKey Takeaways:Dr. Bowden explains that cholesterol itself is not the enemy. Instead, the real issue is the condition of the particles carrying cholesterol through the bloodstream and the inflammation damaging artery walls. He uses powerful analogies — including boats crashing in a marina and golf balls burning through a tennis net — to explain how small, dense LDL particles create more cardiovascular risk than large LDL particles.JJ and Dr. Bowden also explore how insulin resistance quietly drives many chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, Alzheimer's, and heart disease — often decades before diagnosis.This episode is a reminder that true health requires curiosity, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.Resources Mentioned:The Great Cholesterol Myth by Dr. Jonny Bowden & Dr. Stephen SinatraApoB testingLDL particle testingFunction HealthPubMed.govConnect with Dr. Jonny BowdenWebsite: DrJonnyBowden.comBook: The Great Cholesterol MythConnect with JJJJ Flizanes Official WebsiteFeelings & Needs List

If you've ever had a day where your symptoms suddenly intensify, and it makes you wonder if everything is getting worse, this episode will help you understand why those days happen and how to move through them without losing hope.In this episode of Renegade Remission, we explore the biology behind “bad days” and why your body can feel dramatically different from one day to the next. You'll hear the story of writer Sarah Ramey, who lived through years of unpredictable symptom cycles and learned that difficult days didn't erase her progress—they were part of it. From there, we break down the science of why fluctuations happen, including changes in immune activity, nervous system load, hormones, sleep quality, and emotional stress.In this episode, you'll understand: • Why symptoms can spike suddenly even when nothing obvious has changed • How inflammation, stress, sleep, and hormones create day-to-day variability • Why a bad day does not mean you're getting worse • What “sickness behavior” is and how it affects energy and mood • How to respond to difficult days in a way that supports your body instead of fighting itListen now to understand what's really happening on your hardest days and how to navigate them with more steadiness, clarity, and self-trust.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

For The Other Side NDE Videos Visit ️ youtube.com/@TheOtherSideNDEYT Purchase our book on Amazon The Other Side: Stories From the Afterlife https://a.co/d/23Bbbsa In November 2016, Lawrence Halushka suddenly lost consciousness at home and says he found himself separated from his body in an instant. What followed was an encounter with a powerful, all-knowing presence that radiated an indescribable, deeply personal love beyond anything he had ever experienced. Though he returned to his body moments later, the intensity of that connection left him questioning everything—and struggling to find words for something that felt more real than reality itself. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/17ifFn... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailHow omega-3 fats in human health, including dietary intake needs, supplements, & omega fat testing.TOPICS DISCUSSED:ω-3 chemistry: EPA and DHA differ from plant ALA in chain length and double-bond count, making them structurally and biologically distinct — and largely irreplaceable by ALA conversion.ALA-to-EPA/DHA conversion: A small percentage of dietary ALA converts to EPA, and conversion to DHA is even lower; vegans rely on this inefficient pathway for all long-chain omega-3s.Cardiovascular mechanisms: ω-3s lower triglycerides, reduce platelet stickiness, improve endothelial function, and slow resting heart rate, reducing cardiovascular risk.ω-3 Index: Defined as red blood cell EPA+DHA as a percent of total fatty acids; 8–12% is the target range, while most Americans sit around 4–5%.Brain & dementia risk: Higher DHA blood levels are associated with significantly lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer's in large cohorts including the UK Biobank and Framingham.Linoleic acid nuance: Higher blood levels of dietary linoleic acid (omega-6) associate with lower dementia and cardiovascular risk; downstream omega-6 metabolites — not linoleic acid itself — associate with adverse outcomes.Supplementation practicalities: Most people need 1–2 g/day of EPA+DHA to reach an ω-3 Index >8%; oxidation concerns with fish oil supplements may be overstated.ABOUT THE GUEST: Bill Harris, PhD is founder of both OmegaQuant Laboratory and the Fatty Acid Research Institute (Sioux Falls, SD), where his work centers on blood fatty acid biomarkers as predictors of disease risk in large population cohort studies.KNOW YOURSELF:OmegaQuant: At-home blood testing to see fatty acid profiles, including omega-3 fatty acids. Use link to see options and support M&M.RELATED EPISODE:M&M 134: Omega Fats, Vegetable & Seed Oils, Sugar, Processed Food, Metabolic Health & Dietary Origins of Chronic Inflammatory DiSupport the showHealth Products by M&M Partners:AquaTru: Water filtration devices that remove microplastics, metals, bacteria, and more from your drinking water. Through link, $100 off AquaTru Carafe, Classic & Under Sink Units; $300 off Freestanding models.OmegaQuant: At-home blood testing to see fatty acid profiles, including omega-3 fatty acids. Use link to see options and support M&M.SiPhox Health: Comprehensive, cost-effective bloodwork from the comfort of home. Use code TRIKOMES for 20% off.KetoCitra—Ketone body BHB + electrolytes formulated for kidney health. Use code MIND20 for 20% off any subscription (cancel anytime)Seed Oil Scout: Find restaurants with seed oil-free options, scan food products to see what they're hiding, with this easy-to-use mobile app.SporesMD: Premium mushrooms products (gourmet mushrooms, nootropics, research). Use code 'nickjikomes' for 20% off.For all the ways you can support my efforts

If you've been doing everything you can to support your body but aren't seeing or feeling much change yet, this episode will help you understand what's actually happening beneath the surface, and why healing often takes longer to show up than we expect.In this episode of Renegade Remission, we walk through the biological sequence of healing and why it rarely begins at the level of symptoms. You'll hear the story behind Dr. Dean Ornish's research, where measurable changes in gene expression and disease-related pathways began within weeks—long before patients felt significantly different. From there, we break down what's happening inside your body during the early stages of healing, including shifts in gene expression, immune regulation, nervous system balance, and cellular energy production.In this episode, you'll understand: • Why healing often begins long before you feel better • The order your body follows as it starts to repair and regulate • Why symptoms can stay the same or fluctuate even when progress is happening • How immune, nervous system, and energy changes unfold over time • What early signs of progress to look for beyond obvious symptom reliefListen now to understand what your body is actually doing in the early stages of healing, and why staying consistent, even when progress feels invisible, can make all the difference.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.

Can you reverse heart aging—or at least slow it down?In this episode of Baptist HealthTalk, Sandra Peebles is joined by Dr. Jonathan Fialkow, Chief Medical Executive of Integrated Services and Precision Care at Baptist Health, for a fascinating conversation about heart aging, longevity, inflammation, and the everyday habits that have the biggest impact on cardiovascular health.Together, they break down the science behind aging hearts, explain the growing research surrounding the extracellular matrix (ECM), and separate real prevention strategies from social media wellness hype.You'll learn:• What “heart age” actually means—and how it's measured • Why exercise is still the most powerful thing you can do for your heart • How sleep affects inflammation, heart health, and aging • What happens to the heart and blood vessels as we get older • The truth about biohacking, cold plunges, and red light therapy • Whether supplements and stem cell therapies really help • Why chronic disease impacts the heart, brain, and kidneys together • If heart aging can actually be reversed after age 50 • The truth about red wine and heart health • How lifestyle habits influence long-term cardiovascular riskWhether you're focused on prevention, healthy aging, or simply trying to understand what really matters for heart health, this episode offers practical, science-backed guidance you can actually use.Host:Sandra PeeblesAward-Winning JournalistGuest:Jonathan Fialkow, M.D.,Cardiologist, Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care  Chief Medical Executive of Integrated Services & Precision CareBaptist HealthIf you found this episode helpful, you may also enjoy:Heart Disease in Young Adults: Why It's Rising (and What to Watch Out ForWhat You Can do to Prevent a Heart Attack TodayFather-Son Cardiac Experts Debunk Top Heart Myths

Walking into a cardiologist appointment is more often than not walking into a time machine. Not only the discussions about disproven risks but unfortunately the outdated tools and technology that have little to no predictive or preventative potential. The worst part is the technology exists that can identify to the microscopic level the type of plague actually causal to more than 80% of heart-attacks! That's what Dr Osborne and ClearCardio are doing right now.Dr. John Osborne is a cardiologist and the founding director of State of the Heart Cardiology, with a strong focus on preventive and non-invasive cardiovascular care. He holds an M.D. magna cum laude, a Ph.D. in cardiovascular physiology, and completed postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Uniquely board-certified across multiple disciplines, his work spans metabolic health, cardiovascular genetics, and advanced cardiac imaging. Dr. Osborne has received the American Heart Association's Cardiac Care Provider of the Year award. He is also the founder of ClearCardio™, where he is advancing proactive heart health through the use of AI-driven diagnostics and personalized care.Contact:Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ClearCardioWebsite - https://clearcardio.comJoin us as we explore:Why EKGs and CAC scores offer far less than advertised.Why so much that happens in a cardiologists office are 20th century tools, and why ClearCardio's cutting-edge AI biotech offers lifesaving  preventative potential.AI's ability to identify and quantify plague  to the 10th of a cubic millimeter!CT vs MR, the different types of arterial plague (hard, soft, lipid rich, active) , why 86% of heart attacks will never show up on your CAC scoreWhy strokes and heart disease are far more connected than appreciated, and how the cholesterol story has misguided us.Why blood markers like hsCRP are far more critical to understanding cardiovascular disease than even I appreciated.MentionsProduct - OMRON, https://omronhealthcare.com/products/evolv-wireless-upper-arm-blood-pressure-monitor-bp7000Test - Cleerly, https://cleerlyhealth.comSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I'd be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter answers listener questions across a wide range of topics, focusing on how to think through real-world trade-offs and apply scientific evidence in practice. He explores how to build and interpret a meaningful family health history, how individual risk tolerance influences decisions around testing and treatment, and why heart disease remains poorly prevented despite available tools. He also examines whether it's possible to carry excess body fat while remaining metabolically healthy, outlines the minimum effective dose for strength training for those with limited time, and discusses the habits and interventions most likely to reduce dementia risk. Additional topics include what evidence would need to emerge for him to reconsider his current stance on NAD-boosting supplements, and when hydration and electrolyte strategies are truly beneficial versus unnecessary. If you're not a subscriber and are listening on a podcast player, you'll only be able to hear a preview of the AMA. If you're a subscriber, you can now listen to this full episode on your private RSS feed or our website at the AMA #84 show notes page. If you are not a subscriber, you can learn more about the subscriber benefits here. We discuss: Topics overview [1:15]; Using family history to assess disease risk: why it matters more than genetic testing and how to analyze it effectively [2:30]; Peter's views that differ from conventional medicine: approaches to cardiovascular risk, cancer screening, nutrition, and more [10:30]; Risk tolerance in health decisions: weighing action versus inaction and avoiding low-benefit, high-risk interventions [16:00]; Why cardiovascular disease persists: delayed treatment, insufficient thresholds, and missed opportunities for early intervention [22:00]; Whether someone can be overweight yet metabolically healthy, and how fat distribution influences metabolic risk [26:45]; Strength training with limited time: how to maximize results with intensity and efficiency [30:00]; Designing a sustainable exercise routine: balancing volume, recovery, and enjoyment over time [34:45]; Reducing dementia risk: prioritizing exercise, sleep, and cardiometabolic health based on individual gaps [38:00]; Peter's current skepticism toward NAD-related supplements and what evidence would be needed to change his view [40:45]; Hydration and electrolytes: factors that impact needs and when supplementation might be necessary [43:30]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

In this eye-opening episode, host John Odermatt sits down with Dr. Darrell Wolfe — a doctor of natural medicine with 45 years of frontline healing experience — to challenge everything conventional medicine tells us about chronic disease. Dr. Wolfe argues that autoimmune disease, cancer, and heart disease as we know them don't actually exist — they are all downstream effects of a neglected large intestine, toxic modern environments, and systemic poisoning through food, water, and air. He explains how leaky gut leads to leaky brain, why lipopolysaccharoids flood the bloodstream and trigger inflammation, and how the body's electrical and electromagnetic nature is being suppressed. Dr. Wolfe introduces the concept of the "Perfect Day Lifestyle" — a whole-life approach to nutrition, hydration with structured water, and non-surgical bodywork that he claims can reverse fibroids, heart blockages, neurological symptoms, and more. The two also dig into the politics of health, including legal protections for toxic corporations, the fraud behind statin drugs and cholesterol myths, and the attacks Dr. Wolfe has faced for speaking out. This episode is a passionate, unconventional challenge to the sick-care model — and a call to reclaim your health sovereignty. New sponsor alert: Jason Gagne's Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Episode Teaser 0:49 – Welcome & Sponsor: Good To Go Body 2:23 – Dr. Wolfe's Origin Story: Grandfather's Colon Cancer 4:49 – Why "Autoimmune Disease" Doesn't Exist 7:32 – Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain & the Root of All Disease 11:57 – Lipopolysaccharoids, Inflammation & Neurological Breakdown 13:35 – The Perfect Day Lifestyle: Diet, Fasting & Healing 17:55 – Heart Disease, Structured Water & the Body's Electrical Gel 33:00 – Fibroids, Tumors & Cell-Sonic Regeneration Technology 38:20 – Media Attacks, Government Pushback & Dr. Wolfe's Guarantee Websites & Resources docofdetox.com — Main site, find everything here bhnuniversity.com — Free 1–3 hour trainings; Whole Life Health Certified & Wolf Non-Surgical Certified courses dodselfcure.com — Free slideshow: watermelon cleanse, grape cure, water fasting, whole plant-based keto diet dodpowerpack.com — Case studies including fibroid reduction with Cell-Sonic Regeneration PerfectDayGuideFree.com (PDG) — Free download of his Perfect Day Guide escapethematrix.com — His 3-part documentary (first act available via bhnapp.com → Evolve section) bhnapp.com — App; watch Act 1 of Escape the Matrix in the Evolve section BraveheartHeroesContract.com — Rewrite your personal rules and subconscious programming Books: The Perfect Day — Dr. Wolfe's flagship book covering 45 years of healing knowledge Healthy to 100 — Written ~16 years ago, beginner-friendly with humor Contact Phone/WhatsApp/FaceTime: 469-861-8884 (USA Direct) Offers a free 10–15 minute call to anyone; lifetime access after a consultation Upcoming Courses Miami — May Stuart, Florida — September Zihuatanejo, Mexico — October SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Fit Father Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with cardiac surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia for a deep dive into the nutritional side of heart disease.Dr. Ovadia shares how his own journey from morbid obesity and pre-diabetes to optimal health at 52 completely transformed his approach to medicine, and why he now dedicates his life to keeping people off his operating table.Together, they dismantle decades of conventional wisdom around cholesterol, statins, and dietary fat, and reframe heart disease prevention around its true root causes: inflammation and insulin resistance. Dr. Ovadia explains how atherosclerotic plaque actually forms, why LDL cholesterol is far more nuanced than most doctors acknowledge, and exactly which tests you should be requesting to get a real picture of your metabolic health.He also walks through his top five strategies to reverse insulin resistance, specific carbohydrate targets for different individuals, why red meat may be the most nutrient-dense food a human can eat, and how intermittent fasting fits into a heart-healthy lifestyle.If you want to understand what truly drives heart disease and what you can do about it through food and lifestyle, this episode is essential listening.It is also a great one to share with anyone who has been told their cholesterol is too high or has a family history of heart disease.Rate & Review — If this episode helped you see heart health and nutrition in a new light, please take a minute to rate and review the Fit Father Project Podcast.Your review helps more men discover the show and get the tools they need to live stronger, healthier, and longer.Join the Fit Father Community — Want support from other men working to get stronger, leaner, and healthier after 40?Join the Fit Father Project and surround yourself with people who are committed to living with more strength, energy, and purpose.Key Takeawayswhat actually causes heart diseaseatherosclerotic plaque formation explainedwhy cholesterol alone is not the root causeinflammation and insulin resistance as the true driversdietary cholesterol vs. blood cholesterolHDL, LDL, and VLDL differences explainedlipoproteins and why particle quality matterslarge fluffy vs. small dense LDL particleswhy statins fall short for metabolically healthy peoplePCSK9 inhibitors and the metabolic health nuancefive strategies to reverse insulin resistancewhole real food as the non-negotiable foundationreducing carbohydrates for insulin resistancemuscle building as metabolic protectionsleep and its direct impact on insulin sensitivityberries and whole fruit in the right contextketo and carnivore as legitimate heart-healthy approachescarb targets based on your metabolic statusfive accessible tests to assess insulin resistancewaist circumference guidelines for men and womenblood pressure targets without medicationfasting blood glucose and what the numbers meantriglycerides and HDL as key metabolic markersadvanced lipid panel and NMR testing explainedhow to ask your doctor for better, more actionable labspatient empowerment in a changing medical landscapered meat as the most nutrient-dense foodanimal protein as the dietary foundationnutrient density and bioavailability compared across foodsanti-nutrients in plant foods and who they affectintermittent fasting benefits for heart and metabolic healthDr. Ovadia's simple daily meals and eating approachvegetables, oxalates, and gut health considerationsoverview of Stay Off My Kitchen TableWant To Change Your Life? Check Out Foundations!Foundations is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy men over 40.With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, Foundations can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest.Click here to see everything you get when you join Foundations, subscribe to our YouTube Channel, check out our blog, and follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Threads.Please know that weight loss results and health changes/improvements vary individually; you may not achieve similar results. Always consult with your doctor before making health decisions. This is not medical advice — simply very well-researched information on heart disease, cholesterol, insulin resistance, and nutritional strategies for cardiovascular health.

Rural communities face some of the most complex and often overlooked public health challenges. Today, Melanie Ramsey, deputy director of CDC's Office of Rural Health, discusses how a new national effort is working to close those gaps.  The Rural Health Academy is a growing initiative designed to strengthen the capacity of state and local health leaders. Ramsey will share how the Academy is fostering peer-to-peer learning, connecting federal and state partners, and equipping leaders with practical tools to better serve rural populations.  Some states are exploring creative solutions like housing incentives for health workers, while new federal coordination efforts aim to align strategy and funding across agencies.  Ramsey also highlights CDC's Rural Public Health Training Plan, a free, self-paced program built to deliver real-world, scenario-based training to anyone working in rural health.National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network | HomeAbout the Atlas of Heart Disease and Stroke | Atlas of Heart Disease and Stroke | CDCProject Firstline | Project Firstline | CDCRural Health Mapping ToolRural Health Science Tips | Rural Health | CDCRural Public Health Training Plan - CDC TRAIN - an affiliate of the TRAIN Learning Network powered by the Public Health FoundationRural Public Health | Rural Health | CDCASTHO Policy Institute Lunch & Learn Series: Modernizing and Strengthening Data For STI PreventionFunding & Collaboration Opportunities | ASTHO

In this eye-opening episode, host John Odermatt sits down with Dr. Darrell Wolfe — a doctor of natural medicine with 45 years of frontline healing experience — to challenge everything conventional medicine tells us about chronic disease. Dr. Wolfe argues that autoimmune disease, cancer, and heart disease as we know them don't actually exist — they are all downstream effects of a neglected large intestine, toxic modern environments, and systemic poisoning through food, water, and air. He explains how leaky gut leads to leaky brain, why lipopolysaccharoids flood the bloodstream and trigger inflammation, and how the body's electrical and electromagnetic nature is being suppressed. Dr. Wolfe introduces the concept of the "Perfect Day Lifestyle" — a whole-life approach to nutrition, hydration with structured water, and non-surgical bodywork that he claims can reverse fibroids, heart blockages, neurological symptoms, and more. The two also dig into the politics of health, including legal protections for toxic corporations, the fraud behind statin drugs and cholesterol myths, and the attacks Dr. Wolfe has faced for speaking out. This episode is a passionate, unconventional challenge to the sick-care model — and a call to reclaim your health sovereignty. New sponsor alert: Jason Gagne's Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Episode Teaser 0:49 – Welcome & Sponsor: Good To Go Body 2:23 – Dr. Wolfe's Origin Story: Grandfather's Colon Cancer 4:49 – Why "Autoimmune Disease" Doesn't Exist 7:32 – Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain & the Root of All Disease 11:57 – Lipopolysaccharoids, Inflammation & Neurological Breakdown 13:35 – The Perfect Day Lifestyle: Diet, Fasting & Healing 17:55 – Heart Disease, Structured Water & the Body's Electrical Gel 33:00 – Fibroids, Tumors & Cell-Sonic Regeneration Technology 38:20 – Media Attacks, Government Pushback & Dr. Wolfe's Guarantee Websites & Resources docofdetox.com — Main site, find everything here bhnuniversity.com — Free 1–3 hour trainings; Whole Life Health Certified & Wolf Non-Surgical Certified courses dodselfcure.com — Free slideshow: watermelon cleanse, grape cure, water fasting, whole plant-based keto diet dodpowerpack.com — Case studies including fibroid reduction with Cell-Sonic Regeneration PerfectDayGuideFree.com (PDG) — Free download of his Perfect Day Guide escapethematrix.com — His 3-part documentary (first act available via bhnapp.com → Evolve section) bhnapp.com — App; watch Act 1 of Escape the Matrix in the Evolve section BraveheartHeroesContract.com — Rewrite your personal rules and subconscious programming Books: The Perfect Day — Dr. Wolfe's flagship book covering 45 years of healing knowledge Healthy to 100 — Written ~16 years ago, beginner-friendly with humor Contact Phone/WhatsApp/FaceTime: 469-861-8884 (USA Direct) Offers a free 10–15 minute call to anyone; lifetime access after a consultation Upcoming Courses Miami — May Stuart, Florida — September Zihuatanejo, Mexico — October SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get personalized root-cause care with Empower Functional Health.Learn more at empowerfunctionalhealth.com_____Malcolm and I explore the true causes of heart disease, challenging the conventional belief that cholesterol and LDL are the primary drivers. We dive into endothelial damage and blood clotting as the underlying mechanisms behind cardiovascular events, and unpack metabolic syndrome, statins, and the role of inflammation, toxins, and lifestyle factors in damaging blood vessels. Listen to the full interview to learn more.Dr. Malcolm Kendrick is a Scottish physician, author, and researcher known for challenging mainstream views on cardiovascular disease. He is the author of The Clot Thickens, where he presents an alternative hypothesis that heart disease is driven by blood clotting and arterial damage rather than cholesterol. With decades of clinical experience, Kendrick has become a leading voice questioning traditional lipid-focused models of heart health.We discuss the following:Saturated fat paradoxMinnesota experiment explainedRisk factors vs cholesterolCholesterol narrative driven by profitFocus on disease processGlycocalyx and protectionSmall dense LDL debateClot clearance and heart attack riskStress impairs clot clearanceSunlight and nitric oxideStatins barely extend lifespanLean mass hyper-responders explained____EPISODE RESOURCESDr. Malcolm Kendrick's WebsiteThe Clot Thickens BookThe Great Cholesterol Con BookCardiovascular Blood Test_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 

Send us Fan MailCherie Calbom, M.S. —celebrated worldwide as “The Juice Lady,” is a trailblazer in whole-food nutrition and the juicing revolution. With a Master of Science degree in nutrition and a passion for transforming health through fresh, vibrant foods, she has authored 36 books that have collectively sold over 3.5 million copies.Her global bestseller, Juicing for Life, alone has empowered 2 million readers to reclaim vitality.Her latest work, The Truth About Seed Oils: How the "Heart-Healthy" Myth Made Us Sick—and How to Heal with Real Fats, exposes how the "heart-healthy" myth made us sick — and how to heal with real fats.From serving as George Foreman's nutritionist to advising the Royal Family of the UAE, Cherie's influence spans continents and cultures. Her passion for wellness is deeply personal. After losing her mother to breast cancer at the age of six, she devoted her life to empowering others to prevent disease and reclaim their health through nourishing, whole foods.A dynamic voice in wellness, Cherie has been featured on Fox News, NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, CBN, TBN, and It's Supernatural, inspiring millions with her message: health is not just a goal; it's a lifestyle.Find Cherie at-IG- @juiceladycherieHow It's Made - Canola Oil! GROSS!!! UNBELIVABLY DISGUSTING.Find Boundless Body at-myboundlessbody.comBook a session with us here! 

What if the cholesterol medication your doctor insists could save your life is actually increasing your risk of the very disease it's supposed to prevent? A board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon who has personally performed over 3,000 open-heart surgeries joins us this week with a message he says most cardiologists will not say out loud: the majority of his patients should never have ended up on his table. Dr. Philip Ovadia lost nearly 100 pounds while operating on other people's hearts, reversed his own prediabetes, and spent the last decade asking a question his colleagues are not comfortable with: what is actually causing heart disease? This episode goes deep. You will learn why your LDL number tells you almost nothing meaningful without particle size testing, why statins lower the wrong kind of cholesterol, and why insulin resistance is a far bigger driver of heart events than anything showing up on a standard lipid panel. Dr. Ovadia also walks through the most important heart tests most women have never had, including the coronary artery calcium scan he calls "the mammogram for your heart," and gives his take on every medication in the conversation from statins to Zetia to Repatha. If you have ever left a cardiology appointment more confused and scared than when you walked in, this one is for you.   Learn More About Dr. Philip Ovadia Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/ifixhearts  Website ➜ http://ifixhearts.com/  Preorder Stay Off My Kitchen Table ➜  https://stayoffmykitchentable.com/  Thank you to our show sponsors:  TIMELINE: Timeline is offering 20% off your order of Mitopure! Go to https://timeline.com/NATALIEJILL    Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com   Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.  Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.

Our bodily systems are rife with mutations. In fact, your DNA is mutating right now. These errors, and attempts to repair them, are a key to understanding immune function, aging, and even how heart disease develops. Gene mutations can even mitigate the harm caused by some inherited diseases.  Host Ira Flatow goes on a journey through the illuminating science of genetic mutations with Roxanne Khamsi, science writer and author of “Beyond Inheritance: Our Ever-Mutating Cells and a New Understanding of Health.” Guest:  Roxanne Khamsi is a science writer and author of the book, “Beyond Inheritance: Our Ever-Mutating Cells and a New Understanding of Health.” Other episodes you may enjoy: How One Gene Affects Alzheimer's Risk 65 Genomes Expand Our Picture Of Human Genetics Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

TWiM explains a candidate signature of health in the gut microbial community, and how an intestinal bacterium exacerbates cardiac ischemia/reperfusion injury. Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Michael Schmidt, Michele Swanson and Petra Levin. Become a patron of TWiM. Music used on TWiM is composed and performed by Ronald Jenkees and used with permission. Links for this episode A candidate signature of health in the gut microbiome (Cell Host Microbe) 204,938 reference genomes from the human gut microbiome (Nat Biotech) A human gut metagenome-assembled genome catalogue spanning 41 countries (Nat Micro) A comprehensive ruminant microbial catalog (Gigascience) Bacteroides acidifaciens exacerbates cardiac ischemia/reperfusion injury (Cell Host Microbe) The Great Ozempic Experiment (NY Times, paywall) Take the TWiM Listener survey! Send your microbiology questions and comments (email or recorded audio) to twim@microbe.tv