Episode #280: Andrea Nakayama: The Limitations of Genetic Testing, The Problem with Conventional Medicine + Unexpected Ways to Heal Your Body

Are you tired of chasing quick fixes for your health issues? In this episode of the Longevity podcast, I talk with Andrea Nakayama to explore the power of a more holistic, personalized approach to health and wellness. We discuss the importance of looking beyond symptoms to understand the full context of a person's health journey, why conventional medicine often falls short in addressing chronic health issues and building a strong health foundation before pursuing advanced treatments. We also discuss how practices like dance, poetry, and art can play a crucial role in our overall well-being.

Episode #270: Rowan Sanderson: Diving into the power of balancing Sex Hormones & why both genetic and hormone testing are crucial for Longevity

Are you navigating the hormonal maze of perimenopause or menopause? In this Longevity episode, I am joined by hormone specialist Rowan Sanderson to discuss insights on women's hormonal health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. We discuss the importance of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in maintaining overall health and well-being, the impact of endocrine disruptors, and the role of genetic testing in understanding hormone balance. We also dive into the power of looking at metabolic pathways and the cost-effectiveness of the Dutch test as well as the benefits of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

Episode #238: Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve: 5 Strategies for Enhancing Resilience and Vitality with Dr. Navaz Habib

In today’s episode of the Longevity Podcast, I chat with Dr. Navaz Habib about the importance of the vagus nerve and its impact on heart rate variability (HRV). He explains that the vagus nerve is a unique nerve that connects the brain to all organs in the thorax and abdomen, allowing for communication and signaling. Vagal tone, which refers to the strength of the signals sent through the vagus nerve, is crucial for optimal health.

Episode #179: Unbunking Lyme Disease and Immune Response Myths with Dr. Chris Turnpaugh

What can be done to treat chronic illnesses? That's just what we do in our riveting discussion with Dr. Chris Turnpaugh in this week’s episode of the Biohacking Superhuman Performance podcast. We venture into the tricky terrains of Lyme Disease and MCAS, highlighting the controversies surrounding their testing. You'll hear a compelling anecdote about a patient who had a startling reaction to gluten while battling Lyme disease. This story leads us into a discussion of immune responses, specifically post-traumatic immune responses. We weave together the intriguing connection between long COVID and long Lyme, even exploring the potential impact of the notorious spike protein.