Episode #239: Maximizing the Potential of GLP-1 Medications: Dr. Gus Vickery's Strategies for Long-Term Success

In today’s episode, Dr. Gus Vickery and I discuss the effective use of GLP-1 agonist medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide for sustainable weight loss. He emphasizes the need for a mindset shift, viewing these drugs as powerful tools to catalyze positive changes rather than easy fixes or crutches. Dr. Vickery explains that these medications provide leverage to implement foundational healthy habits and that the key to success lies in focusing on nutrient sufficiency, not just calorie restriction.

Episode #237: The Muscle-Centric Approach to Health: Dr. Eric Fete On Muscle For Fat Loss, Bones, and Hormones

In today’s episode of the Longevity Podcast, I talk with Eric Fete, DO about the intricate relationship between muscle and bone health, and how strength training, proper nutrition, and supplements can help maintain and improve both. We also explore the importance of muscle as a powerful energy factory due to its high concentration of mitochondria, and how staying active can help reclaim your energy levels. Dr Eric and I touch on the crucial role of testosterone in women's health, and how lifting heavy can support this hormone, leading to improved insulin sensitivity, muscle mass, blood pressure, mood, and a reduced risk of cancer.

Episode #188: BONUS: Stop Using Ozempic and Take These Peptides Instead for Weight Loss

In this solo episode of the Biohacking Superhuman Performance podcast, we bypass common drugs like GLP1 agonists, including OZMPIC, and discuss safer and effective alternatives. You will get insights into muscle loss mitigation during dramatic weight loss, and discover other innovative fat loss strategies that steer clear of the potential risks associated with miracle weight loss drugs.We also talk about microbiome and weight loss probiotics, with a focus on Akkermansia, a bacterial strain associated with lean individuals. I share my experience with DNF-10, a peptide that is known to significantly lower ghrelin secretion before meals, and contributes to maintaining the release of leptin from adipocytes.