Gladden Longevity Podcast -- formerly Living Beyond 120

Today's show rundown: Start out by answering a question about the COVID vaccine – Spike Protein, immune system trigger, and you can find yourself felling sick after receiving vaccine Is the COVID vaccine having different results on people with auto-immune disorders Actions you can take to promote your longevity / how can you be youthful in the later years in your life Professional athletes / bodybuilders – pushing on performance lever, not caring about longevity lever Economy of Balance Optimizing our mental health and relational health – so many people suffer with some level of anxiety or depression How your internal "self talk" can harm you Unhealthy Stress management – chronic stress is one of the biggest aging factors out there Optimizing spiritual health Optimizing regeneration potential Optimizing telomere lengths Optimizing epigenetic age

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr Gladden and Dr Young talk to Al Sanchez with Poly MVA Today's show rundown: Research has shown that stem cells from a patient can be grafted onto certain parts of the brain, reliving symptoms of Parkinson's Disease What is Poly MVA? Poly MVA helps with maintain the body as well as repair and remodeling mitochondria The benefits of Poly MVA The benefits of using Poly MVA with other supplements Poly MVA and its effects on Cancer Al Sanchez is a former college instructor, automotive engineer, researcher, director of a cancer research organization, entrepreneur and current president of AMARC Enterprises, a health resource company. After losing his mother, Julia, sister Tina and maternal grandmother, to colon cancer, he committed to joining his family, friends and colleagues in the quest to find better options, access to information, treatments, and maybe one day, a cure for those stricken with cancer and other degenerative health challenges. Al speaks at various venues and health conferences throughout the world, where he shares with his audience's health, scientific and insightful information on degenerative disease and integrative approaches. His in-depth experiences and knowledge of health and integrative medicine that has helped many doctors and people find answers, hope and a better quality of life. Connect with Al Sanchez - [email protected] Website: www.polymva.com

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr. Jeff Gladden and Dr. Mark Young discuss the heart disease. They kick of the show revealing that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for males and females – regardless of race or ethnicity. They continue with the fact that one person dies from heart disease related illness every 36 seconds – that's 650,000 American deaths every year. Of the top five causes of death in the United States, heart disease makes up 25% of the fatalities every year. Next, Dr. Gladden and Dr. Young go on to cover the comorbidities of heart disease, such as obesity, high cholesterol, arterial sclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and high sugar intake. Finally, they go on to discuss how simple steps can be taken to decrease the chances of heart disease: exercise, losing weight, decreasing sugar intake and, depending on genetics, decreasing salt intake.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr. Jeff Gladden and Dr. Mark Young discuss the Coronavirus vaccine. They also cover the positive effects of hydrogen use on your body. The duo discuss the current crop of vaccines offered by the various pharma companies. They also debate if someone should or should not get the vaccine. They go on to explore the differences between each vaccine, such as storage temperatures, shelf life and dosing frequencies. Then the conversation moves to the effectiveness of the different vaccines and how they affect different age groups. Dr. Young and Dr. Gladden drive the importance of taking/continuing the use of vitamins and supplements that support the immune system, such as Vitamin E, Iodine and Zinc. Finally, they discuss the risk of death from the virus to those with heart conditions, diabetes and respiratory issues in comparison with those without those comorbidities. They also comment on the possibilities of corporations and/or governments creating vaccine mandates.

On this informative episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr. Jeff Gladden and Dr. Mark Young discuss how the Apex program changed Dr. Gladden's life. But first, they look into a recent study about the correlation between Autism and gut health. Next, they welcome two special guests, Dr. Gladden's daughters, Jackie and Haley to discuss how the Apex program has changed Dr. Gladden – both physically and mentally. Dr. Gladden shares that before Apex, he was out of shape, depressed and became tired easily. He goes on to illustrate that any activities, such as skiing, would lead him to exhaustion – affecting important times with his family. Finally, Dr. Gladden and Dr. Young discuss the triggering event that lead Dr. Gladden to Apex and his journey to peak physical and mental performance and ultimately, to his goal of living beyond 120.

On this exciting and informative episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr. Jeff Gladden and Dr. Mark Young welcome guest Dr. Brian Berman, MD, Ph.D, Professor Emeritus of the University of Miami – Miller School of Medicine and also the president of the American Dermatological Association. The show begins with a discussion on the increased diagnoses in the senior citizen communities of Alzheimer's Disease and other neurological complications secondary to the government COVID-19 lockdowns. They stress the importance of keeping in frequent contact with the seniors we love in order to decrease the impact of isolation and depression. They also discuss the benefits of polypodium leucotomos - a natural extract that is packed with antioxidant properties that maintains your skin's ability to protect itself against the aging. The discussion then continues to the importance of skincare. They explore how ultraviolet light – types A and B – affect the skin, not only on an anatomical level, but also on a DNA level. They examine other effects of ultraviolet light, such as basil cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and actinic keratosis. This episode is a must listen to learn about the importance of protecting your skin.

On this exciting and informative episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr. Gladden and Dr. Mark Young welcome guest David Ruben MD, Ph.D. to the show. Dr. Ruben is a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and inventor who specializes in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression, Anxiety, and Substance Use Disorders. The show begins with a discussion on self-optimization and the things that prevent people from being the best they can be, such as addiction and depression. They also delve into what is referred to as Illness Identity, which is when people identify with suffering from an illness and it becomes a part of who they are. Next, they talk about how chronic stress triggers the sympathetic "fight-or-flight" branch of our nervous system and also impairs our ability to recover from ailments, which affects our sleep recovery, energy conservation, creativity and more. They conclude with a discussion about Dr. Ruben's breakthrough device – the Apollo. The Apollo is a wearable wellness device that uses gentle vibrations to help your body recover from stress. Apollo's scientifically-proven technology improves heart rate variability (HRV), a key biometric of stress, so you can feel more calm, balanced, and perform at your best.

On this exciting and informative episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr. Jeff Gladden and Dr. Mark Young explore DNA Aging and how using Nicotine, Caffeine and other substances can have an effect on your DNA age. The show begins with the discussion and examination of the nine (9) Hallmarks of Aging. They delve into how the environment affects one's DNA, intrinsic and extrinsic aging and explain stem cell exhaustion. Next, they move onto the topic of epigenetic changes – how aging factors can be passed from a mother to her offspring and how in-utero stressors can affect the child's DNA age. They close by discussing the recent government lock-downs effects on one's DNA age and how the stressors of being confined can affect someone's DNA age.

On the exciting and informative episode of Living Beyond 120, Dr. Gladden and Dr. Young would like to welcome special guests Chris Howard, Ph.D (bio-chemistry) and Lynn Howard MD (specializing in pathogenic microbiology and infectious diseases) to the show to reveal the truth about the COVID 19 virus. The show begins with the discussion about people fearing the Coronavirus and the misinformation that they have been receiving to make them feel this way. Next, they move on to the topic of the faulty testing that is being used to diagnose those with the virus. They cover how the current testing used gives a positive result for the virus when, if fact, the person being tested has nothing more that the common cold – leading to extremely inaccurate COVID case numbers. The discussion shifts to explain how a person's natural immune system's T-cells are fully capable of eradicating the virus without having to have the body develop anti-bodies. They then discuss the reality that masks are basically ineffective; wearing them is nothing more than a symbolic gesture that we are all in this together. They are basically as effective as using a chain link fence to keep mosquito's out of your yard. They go on to explore the development of a vaccine and if it will be effective. In addition, they go on to discuss the possibility of the virus disappearing before a vaccine is available.

On this exciting episode of LB120, Dr. Gladden and Mark welcome empathy expert, Meritxell, to the show. The hosts kick off the show by asking Meritxell what makes one an 'Empathy Expert". Next they ask Meritxell about the importance of being empathetic towards yourself; in essence – loving yourself. Finally, Mark and Dr. Gladden delve into the topic of not identifying yourself with your own thoughts. Meritxell goes on to explain the importance of using meditation to identify and examine your own thoughts and by doing so, learning more about who you really are. About Meritxell: Meritxell is a professional writer, entrepreneur, life coach, speaker and communicator. Published author of "El Arte de la Empatía. Aprende del poder de tu sensibilidad" Editorial Amat 2019 (The Art of Empathy) She is an empathy and highly sensitive people expert that coaches companies, individuals and groups to envision and reach their full life potential. Her strength is in working to create the practical habits and patterns we use in the every day that create the life and the environment we so desperately need.

On this exciting episode of Living Beyond120, Dr. Gladden and Mark open the show by sharing how your adult life can be expanded. It's by keeping your younger energy and vitality and combining it with the wisdom of your adulthood. Next, they welcome to the entrepreneur's entrepreneur – Gino Wickman. Gino has a lifelong obsession for learning about what makes businesses and entrepreneurs thrive. Dr. Gladden, Mark and Gino examine the six (6) traits of entrepreneurs and what gives them the drive to succeed. They then discuss the fact that entrepreneurship knows no boundaries such as sex, religion, and social background, etc. They talk about how being an entrepreneur is not about chasing your dreams; it is about making your dreams happen. About Gino Wickman: An entrepreneur since the age of 21, Gino has had an obsession for learning what makes businesses and entrepreneurs thrive. At 25 he took over the family business, which was deeply in debt and in need of help. After turning the company around and running it for seven years, he and his partners successfully sold the company. Gino then set out to help entrepreneurs and leaders get what they want from their businesses. Based on his years of real-world experience, he created the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®), a practical method for helping companies achieve greatness. He has personally delivered more than 1,900 full-day sessions for more than 135 companies, helping them implement EOS. He is also the author of the award-winning, best-selling book Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business, as well as Get a Grip, Rocket Fuel, How to Be a Great Boss and What the Heck is EOS?. Gino is the founder of EOS Worldwide, an organization that helps thousands of businesses implement EOS with the aid of an international team of over 350 professional and certified EOS Implementers and online support. There are almost 100,000 companies using the EOS tools worldwide. Gino is now devoting time and energy toward helping entrepreneurs-in-the-making get a huge jump-start on taking their entrepreneurial leap, which is why he created Entrepreneurial Leap. Website: www.e-leap.com

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden cover the topic of "The Hallmarks of Aging". They talk about how the aging process in humans has a noted effect on their DNA; specifically, how cells can lose their viability and eventually commit cellular suicide. They discuss growth hormone's influence a person's DNA, how proteins hold the key to cellular chemical processes and how it relates to optimal cellular functions in relation to aging. They address stem cells and how they also have influence on the body's regenerative processes. Next, Mark and Dr. Gladden shift to the discussion to how people have a preference for a more laid back, luxurious lifestyle and how that impacts the way people age. For example, because of those luxuries, we do not exert effort to walk up a flight of stairs or take a bike ride to the store. They close by driving the importance of making time for yourself by increasing sleep and decreasing stressors. They touch on the importance of streamlining your life - and economizing your time – by getting rid of the nonsense in your life.

On this episode of LB120, Mark and Dr. Gladden cover the topic of "Getting Back to Normal". The talk about getting out of your home and getting back on track. One of the concepts they discuss is that of Self-Nudging: the tendency of people to easily fall into a comfort zone and avoid things that require effort – such as exercising. They explain the importance of changing your environment to encourage a healthier lifestyle and associated behaviors Next, they explore the question: "What is My Risk to still contract COVID 19?" They reveal that possible future infection depends on the length of exposure to the virus in high contact areas such as a public bathroom or being in close proximity in a crowd. They share that if you are already immune to the virus, you can get back to work, but above all – be responsible. They close by discussing the metal health cost of the COVID 19 pandemic. They address the effects of life events, such as losing a job or losing a home, and how that can drive a person into drug addiction, domestic violence or even suicide. They talk about the importance of humans "becoming humans again" and how getting the world back to normalcy will help combat the negative mental effects of the pandemic.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden begin by discussing the importance of not only saving lives, but also saving the livelihoods of Americans. They explore how the loss of jobs could lead individuals to poverty, depression and in severe situations, potentially suicide. Next, they delve into the topic of an individual's genetic risk in contracting the COVID virus; how some people are genetically more susceptible to this and other diseases. Also, they cover how diet and exercise play an important role in helping to prevent contraction of the disease. Mark and Dr. Gladden explore the fact that people will continue the new habits acquired during the pandemic – such as hand washing, cleanliness and generally paying more attention to when they or others are sick. Finally, they discuss the importance of people getting back to their life and back to their livelihoods. People will have to make the choice of continuing to live in fear or taking back control of their lives and getting back to their aspirations.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden are joined by Chris Howard, PhD (Biochemistry) and Lynn Howard, MD (Pathogenic Microbiology in Infectious Disease). They take a deep exploration into the origin and pathology of the SARS COVID 2- the actual name of the virus as opposed to COVID-19, which is the name of the disease. They begin with the how the virus came into existence – is it a natural occurring phenomenon or is it man-made? They then go onto where the origin point of the SARS COVID 2 virus is – exactly where in the world did this virus originate? They also explore the question of when the virus started infecting humans. Next they delve into the treatment of the virus, discussing the benefits of Hydroxychloroquine, as well as that of Zinc, Selenium, and Vitamins D and C. They also investigate the fact that some people that contract the virus have no need of treatment. They then explain the idea of herd immunity; in a large population there are fewer high-risk people overall, the infection rates drop, and the disease peters out. Vaccinations are then brought into the discussion. They bring into question the accuracy and validity of the current testing procedures and how the tests can give a false positive result secondary to other ailments that a person could be suffering from. The episode concludes with State orders of staying quarantined in your homes and how this really does nothing to combat the virus; but instead weakens the immune system's ability to combat it .

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden share the importance of maintaining your relationships during the COVID-19 pandemic, while also maintaining yourself. They begin by discussing the toll that the pandemic is having on marriages and relationships. They address how the effects of stay-in orders and quarantines can lead to relationship boredom and feelings of stagnation between couples. They also share how singles are affected by not having the ability to go out and meet new people. Next, they talk about the importance of bringing newness to a relationship by rediscovering each other; doing things together such as going to a new park, exercising and finding new activities to experience. Mark and Dr. Gladden explore how to bring new novelty to people's relationships during this trying time. Lastly, they discuss the importance of learning about the makeup of your body and how it works there by enabling you to optimize yourself both physically and mentally.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss how, during these trying times, prolonged extended anxiety – or to put it more simply, stress – not only negatively affects one's mental and neurological processes, but also has an impact on physiological processes. They open with how stress compromises the brain by making it more difficult to recall memories as well as affecting one's decision-making abilities. This is doubly important for the elderly, especially those with neurological illnesses such as Alzheimer's Disease and those that suffer from Dementia. They also point out that stress impacts the brain's everyday functions such as cognitive functions, social skills and creativity. Next, Mark and Dr. Gladden illustrate how stress also impacts the body. This can be seen by decreased effectiveness of the immune system, decreased response times and weakening of the muscles. In order to increase the body and mind's health in response to stress, Mark and Dr. Gladden talk about the importance of vitamins, supplements, eating healthy, and exercise. They also discuss how one's mental well-being can be improved with social interaction by either face-to-face or via video communication in order to decrease the feelings of isolation.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden share the importance of not only staying mentally fit during the COVID-19 pandemic, but also staying physically fit. They talk about the importance of critical thinking during these trying times. People are dealing with emotional stressors such as the fear of contracting the virus; not only themselves, but also people they love. Other stressors they cover include the fact that people are stuck at home and the feelings of helplessness and loneliness. They discuss what vitamins and minerals aid in the reduction of stress. Next, they address the importance of staying physically fit during these challenging times; not only to keep the body's immune system at peak, but also to avoid becoming out of shape and overweight as both increase one's susceptibility to the COVID-19 virus. Mark and Dr. Gladden stress the importance of taking walks, going hiking, riding your bike, etcetera, to keep in physical shape, and talk about the recommended time to spend exercising. Remember, the stronger that the body is today, the better the body is at defending itself tomorrow against the virus. We want everyone to be in better shape after this pandemic has passed.

On this special episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden share some of the hopeful news regarding treatment for the coronavirus. They explain the drugs which have had shown potential to cure COVID-19, and they discuss some possibilities for preventing infection They go through a list of what the Living Beyond 120 team recommends doing right now to keep yourself from getting sick. Dr. Gladden also covers what steps he would take if he actually got sick with COVID-19.

On this episode, Mark and Dr. Gladden talk about the necessity of boosting one's immunity, as the world copes with the coronavirus pandemic. They go through habits that can weaken your immune system. This discussion includes how exercise can actually suppress your immune function due to cortisol spikes, and when you should and shouldn't push yourself. They offer advice on how to reduce stress during a challenging time, including mediation and stepping away from social media. In addition, using the Emotional Freedom Technique can help. For a video about the technique, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeYsR-WujMc&t=2s. Your diet is very important for immune system, and they recommend food sources and supplements that will help improve your body's ability to fight disease.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss the Coronavirus (COVID-19). With a lot of fear-based misinformation being disbursed in the media, they provide accurate medical information about the virus itself and what you can do now. Dr. Gladden talks about the differences between the flu and the Coronavirus, who is at greatest risk, and how you can boost your immune system.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss how health is an economy of balance. To support this, they consider some new findings about taking certain supplements and how it can affect different health aspects. One thing can tip the balance for test results, on any given day. Then they turn their discussion to the thyroid again, talking about why many traditional doctors often miss problems that start with a dysfunction of the gland. They talk about the many symptoms that can be tied to thyroid problems, even if your test results appear "normal." They cover the kinds of tests you can get done, outside of your normal doctor's protocol, to help get a clearer diagnosis. The thyroid sets the metabolic rate for the entire body, so nothing will work right unless it is functioning properly.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden begin by talking about how we need to manifest goals in our minds first in order to make them realities. Next, they discuss some recent health tests Dr. Gladden participated in, along with the remarkable results regarding his cardiovascular health and age. He talks about his plans for getting in the best shape of his life. The continue their conversation revisiting the subject of peptides, discussing specific peptides and the amazing outcomes that Dr. Gladden is seeing in his practice. From better immune function, to healing the gut, improved fat burning and much more, they describe which peptides have had positive health effects on many different conditions. To learn more about peptides, you can visit https://tailormadecompounding.com/.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden welcome Richard Rossi, the founder of daVinci50, a Mastermind group of celebrated doctors, Harvard scientists, and world-renowned biohackers who are achieving the big breakthroughs and getting the big results in ultra-healthy life extension right now. They discuss the mindset needed to achieve longevity past what the rest of the world believes is an acceptable age, and they consider how advances in technology and medicine are making the goal of 120 years and beyond more and more possible. About the guest: Richard Rossi's special ability is connecting genius with high-achievers, and that's the business he's been in for over 30 years. He believes high-achievers have the greatest chance of changing the world for the better and deserve every edge – every advantage – to play the biggest game possible in life and achieve true greatness for the benefit of humankind. To date, over 800,000 high achievers from around the world have graduated from live programs created by his companies, with the help of over 200 staff people. He also believes the very best way to honor, educate, and inspire high-achievers is through strong mentors and powerful alliances with peers. And in his world, this is the Mastermind. The Mastermind concept was coined in 1937 by author Napoleon Hill in his book Think and Grow Rich. In his books, Hill discussed the idea of the Mastermind, which referred to two or more people coming together in harmony to solve problems. Cooperation through the use of Mastermind groups was one of the laws of success that Hill learned through studying successful Americans including Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Theodore Roosevelt, John D. Rockefeller, and Charles M. Schwab. The Mastermind can be magical as an environment that fosters maximum direction, confidence, and capabilities. It allows high-achievers to operate at the highest level with their peers and compress time by being part of an Olympic level team. Like a great university, the mentors and other teachers are critical, but equally critical to success are the other lively minds in the room: your peers who are all fascinated and motivated by the same things you are. The most recent group Rossi is bringing together is daVinci50, the highest-level live coaching program in the world on Superaging™: biohacking our bodies for boundless energy and a dramatically extended life without disease, physical limitation or mental decline. Learn more at superaging.com.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden open the show by discussing a new direction in cancer treatment involving immunotherapy versus chemotherapy and radiation. Then they talk about how you have to be proactive to keep your body youthful as you age chronologically. Keeping your strength up, in various ways, is crucial to stay healthy and to be able to recover better from illness or injury. Maintaining the right mindset and not giving into the idea of slowing down as you age is also very important. Next, they delve into the myriad benefits of molecular hydrogen, explaining why H2Max™ was the first supplement they wanted to offer through Living Beyond 120.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden invite Scott Nelson, co-founder for Joovv, to discuss the wide range of benefits from light therapy. They focus on red light and near-infrared light, which have the ability to help stimulate the mitochondria in our cells to produce more ATP energy. This helps better skin health, optimized sleep, faster muscle recovery, stronger immune function, reduced inflammation, better hormone balance and more. They explore the mechanisms by which light therapy affects people on a cellular level, considering the scientifically proven benefits and the potential ones. Light is not just a therapy, but an essential nutrient for our biology, and they consider how one can supplement this in our lives. About the guest: Scott Nelson is a co-founder for Joovv, the first company to develop a modular, full-body light therapy device. Prior to starting Joovv, he spent his entire professional career in leadership positions with some of the largest medical device companies in the world, including Medtronic, Covidien, and Boston Scientific. In his spare time, Scott is also the host of Medsider Radio, a top-ranked medical device podcast.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120™, cardiologist Kiran Musunuru joins Mark and Dr. Gladden to discuss his study of genetics and cardiovascular disease. They talk about "genetic superheroes" who have certain genes partially or fully turned off in their system, which appears to benefit their cardiovascular health. By isolating these genes and better understanding their function, there is potential for creating medical treatments for people who might be otherwise prone to certain diseases. Dr. Musunuru discusses some exciting developments in the research he's been working on with gene editing. He also shares the top three things he believes people should do to live longer, better lives. About the Guest: KIRAN MUSUNURU, MD, PhD, MPH, ML, author of The CRISPR Generation: The Story of the World's First Gene-Edited Babies, is one of the world's leading experts in genetics and gene editing, is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Genetics in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Musunuru studied and trained at Harvard University, Cornell University Medical College, The Rockefeller University, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on the genetics of heart disease and seeks to identify genetic factors that protect against disease and use them to develop therapies to protect the entire population. In his recent work he has been using gene editing to create a one-shot "vaccination" against heart attacks, the leading cause of death worldwide. Follow him on Twitter: @kiranmusunuru.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120™, Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss the therapeutic value of introducing younger blood into your system. There is some experimentation happening at places like the Young Blood Institute to explore the positive benefits that younger blood can provide for health and longevity. They consider the old medical procedure of bloodletting and why that could have been helpful. They also discuss the GDF11 protein, an endogenous signaling molecule involved in cell repair, and how this is being utilized in treatments. For more information, visit https://gdf11rejuvenation.com/. Finally, they discuss the immune system and whether or not to get a flu vaccine every year. They talk about what can help the immune system and what can possibly weaken in – including the impact of mindset. They discuss the concept of physiological congruency, in which your brain will perform in ways to match your mindset, disseminating the message throughout your body.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden first discuss a long-term study comparing people who were optimistic versus pessimistic. Optimists lived an average of 15% longer than pessimists. While genetics do play a role, we have much more control over our longevity possibilities. Next they welcome Dr. Madan Kandula, an otolaryngologist (specializing in ear, nose and throat health), to the show. The discuss the health benefits of proper breathing, especially when it relates to sleep. Dr. Kandula describes the way in which sleep apnea can impact health and longevity, plus he offers some opinions on the benefits of items sold to help people breath better. The conclude with Dr. Kandula discussing the things he believes will help people improve their lives and longevity. About the guest: The first surgeon to perform Balloon Sinuplasty in Wisconsin, Madan Kandula, MD, leads his specialty as a pioneering and visionary otolaryngologist. Board-certified in his specialty, Dr. Kandula is known as Wisconsin's thought leader for breathing and snoring/sleep apnea solutions. Patients travel from throughout the state, region and the world to seek his expertise. Dr. Kandula routinely treats patients who have had previously unsuccessful surgeries and is often able to deliver better results with less invasive procedures. Because of his track record of innovation, medical device companies often consult with Dr. Kandula on new product development. Additionally, Dr. Kandula's exceptional surgical skill-set allows him to be an expert trainer for other surgeons in advanced techniques. Whether innovating new treatments or redefining independent medical practice for the 21st century, Dr. Kandula follows a philosophy of doing better today what was done yesterday. Dr. Kandula and his wife, Dr. Gwen Kandula, an audiologist, founded ADVENT in 2004 to establish a new benchmark in quality for independent medical practices. With the goal of implementing state-of-the-art care and unbiased, patient focused care, they have grown ADVENT into southeastern Wisconsin's largest independent ENT practice. Follow him at @ADVENTknows on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden welcome Dr. Gregory Fahy, cryobiologist and biogerontologist, back onto the show. They start by discussing how the human body is designed to eventually make itself obsolete, with cell senescence, but the system can be hacked to increase longevity. Dr. Fahy describes the crucial role that the thymus gland plays in immunity. After puberty, the thymus starts to wither and die as we approach our 40s. For humans, this doesn't seem have a massive impact until reaching one's 60s, when the ability to recognize and fight infections starts to steeply decline. Dr. Fahy regrew his own thymus with human growth hormone, so he used this experiment as a baseline for dosage on the TRIM trial with 9 other volunteers. He describes the protocols and challenges of this trial, as well as the incredible results documented with this first study. They also discuss the next trial Dr. Fahy is planning soon, TRIM X, to further examine the success of human growth hormone on regrowing the thymus and the ways it affects the age of the body as a whole. Before wrapping up, Dr. Fahy shares a number of other exciting studies taking place to reverse aging. They discuss how these various treatments could possibly work together in the future, as well as the balance that will need to be struck with these sorts of anti-aging treatments. About the guest: Dr. Fahy earned his B.S. from the University of California at Irvine in 1972 and his Ph.D. from the Medical College of Georgia in 1977 for work on basic aspects of cryobiology. He spent the next 18 years developing methods for preserving whole organs at cryogenic temperatures at the American Red Cross in Maryland. In 1980, he conceived of preserving organs by vitrification. He published the first proof of principle of this concept in Nature in 1985 using mouse embryos as a model system, an event that led to the wide use of vitrification in academic and commercial animal husbandry as well as in human assisted reproduction. n 1995, he won the Grand Prize for Medicine from INPEX for his invention of the first effective computer-operated equipment for perfusing organs with cryoprotective agents. The same year, he left the Red Cross to become Chief Scientist of two biotechnology companies and the Head of the Tissue Cryopreservation Section of the Transfusion and Cryopreservation Research Program at the Naval Medical Research Institute in Bethesda, Maryland. In 1998, he became the Chief Scientific Officer and Vice President of 21st Century Medicine, where he invented several new principles in cryopreservation that have been extraordinarily effective in practical applications ranging from tissues to whole organs. Dr. Fahy's efforts have recently raised the question of whether human suspended animation might be an attainable goal that could allow the human species to survive in deep time as a result of enabling migration from the earth to other habitats in the cosmos. Dr. Fahy is a sought-after speaker and problem-solver. He is on the Board of Directors of several organizations concerned with cryopreservation or aging, serves on the Editorial Board of Rejuvenation Research, and has served as a reviewer for numerous journals and granting bodies. He has over 20 patents in fields related to cryopreservation, aging, transplantation, metabolic protection, and the reversal of autoimmunity and immunosenescence, and has many publications in the fields of cryobiology, aging, and nanotechnology. He currently serves as Director for Intervene Immune, Inc. Learn more about the projects they are working on and how to become a part of their clinical trials at http://interveneimmune.com/.

On this episode, Mark and Dr. Gladden call back to a previous episode with Dr. Gregory Fahy and the link between the thymus gland, immunity and aging. They expand on this, considering potential ways to turn back the clock on the DNA age of your body. Dr. Gladden describes a number of different metrics to measure age, besides chronology. They also consider how much your mindset about your age determines how you actually live and feel. Mark describes some studies that show the powerful impact of mindset and emotional health on our physical bodies. Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss the effects of constant stress and describe the difference between that and facing challenges for a positive change. Finally, they wrap up with Mark offering a quick hypnotist solution to dealing with a headache.

This week, Mark and Dr. Gladden kick off the show by discussing Rapamycin, a drug traditionally used as an anti-rejection drug for organ transplant recipients. New studies are showing that it can possibly extend lifespan but can also suppress the immune system. Dr. Gladden shares that he is planning on testing small quantities of this drug on himself and monitoring how his body reacts. Next, they are joined by Dr. Josh Wagner, renowned chiropractor and author of the book You Deserve It, to talk about the damaging effects of mental and emotional stress. He shares that, in many cases, people have trouble finding happiness because they don't truly believe they deserve to be happy. When this happens, they create mental and emotional blocks that keep them from obtaining what they strive for. Dr. Wagner continues with insight into the ways that media tends to lend a hand in creating additional emotional stress. When we start to compare ourselves or our accomplishments with other people's, it steals the joy from our own lives. The group chats about the habit of "unplugging" from the outside world by turning off their phones or disabling notifications to keep social disruptions to a minimal. They conclude with discussing how to overcome feelings of inadequacy in order to better handle emotional and mental stress. By pinpointing the areas in our lives in which we feel undeserving – and then surrounding ourselves with people who also practice deserving mindsets ­– we can begin the shift out of a mindset of unworthiness.

On this week's episode, Mark and Dr Gladden are joined by Dr. Ron Ehrlich, Australian Holistic Dentist, to talk about the importance of oral care while striving towards better health and longevity. Dr. Ehrlich shares his fascination with dentistry and how oral care, or a lack thereof, can affect every part of our bodies. He explains how different forms of chronic pain can originate from our mouths due to improper care of our teeth and gums. The group moves on to discuss that the way that most people discount the importance of oral care can lead to systemic health problems down the line. Maintaining a nutrient-rich diet helps to support our teeth and gums as well as aiding in proper digestion and overall health and wellness. They finish up by talking about the idea of not only breathing, but "breathing well." Dr. Ehrlich gives insight into mouth-breathing versus nose-breathing and ways we can train ourselves to breathe more frequently and more deeply through our noses. Special Guest Dr Ron Ehrlich Dr Ron Ehrlich is a holistic health advocate, educator, author, podcaster and holistic dentist. He has been in clinical practice for over 35 years and holds fellowships in nutritional and environmental medicine, and in lifestyle medicine. His 2018 book, A Life Less Stressed: the 5 pillars of health and wellness, has been published internationally. He has a weekly podcast Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich where he explores the themes of his book. He is cofounder of Nourishing Australia, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to health soils, plants, animals, food, people, and the planet. He is currently President of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine.

On this episode, Mark and Dr. Gladden welcome Alex Tarnava, CEO at NMW and Drink HRW, to chat about a myriad of topics pertaining to health and longevity. They start off by discussing the trend of diets that mimic fasting and what outcome they have on our health. Because fasting "resets" our bodies, it has been shown to have great effect in aiding such things as DNA repair, gut health, and autophagy. Alex gives insight into the correlation between fasting and cancer treatments. He explains how fasting leads to a lack of sugar in the body, which can actually weaken cancer cells, making chemotherapy and other treatments more effective at targeting cancerous cells. Next, the group moves on to discussing molecular hydrogen and the incredible studies that are gaining popularity and notoriety. Molecular hydrogen can help to mitigate the biggest contributors to aging, which is making it appealing to those striving for longevity. It has also been shown to reduce liver fat and improve conditions associated with mitochondrial impairments, diabetes, and metabolic issues. The uses of hydrogen are becoming so renowned that even athletes have begun to utilize it to help their bodies respond better to exercise and increase their overall energy. Special Guest Alex Tarnava Alex has a passion for health, fitness, learning and self-improvement. After a lifetime of sports activity, he was shocked to find he'd developed osteoarthritis while still in his physical prime. Unwilling to give up his way of life, he dosed himself regularly with Naproxen to counter the pain and discomfort he lived with every day. Over time, the drug's effects lessened while the gastro-intestinal side-effects increased. Searching for alternatives, Alex scoured medical journals looking for emerging treatments that would help, reading hundreds of published articles in the process. This was where he happened upon the potential of molecular hydrogen. Skeptical at first, the more he read the more interested he became in its potential. Motivated by pain and the hope he garnered from his research, he began to experiment with ways of replicating the dosage levels being used successfully across the scientific community. After a time, he realized he needed real expertise and sought out Dr. Richard Holland's counsel. After a thrilling ride through discovery, multiple experimentation, and finally success, Drink HRW open cup hydrogen tablets were finally ready for the public. Alex remains committed to bringing relief through Rejuvenation and several other planned products to not just other sufferers, but anyone interested in preventative health and longevity. Together, his team wants to ensure that everyone has the chance to experience the tremendous benefits of daily use of molecular hydrogen in a safe and effective manner. To learn more about Alex and his work with molecular hydrogen, click here: https://drinkhrw.com/

On this episode, Mark and Dr. Gladden are joined by Lyle Haugen, a registered nutrition health coach who has been living with Type 1 diabetes. They discuss both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and how they affect the body. They also talk about how other responses in the body affect diabetes. They consider effective ways that people have been managing and even living well with the disease through proper diet, exercise and medication. Lyle discusses his own health regimen that has helped him reverse many of his diabetes-related conditions and get his life back, along with some success he's had with his clients. In order to get to this point, Lyle had to defy the recommendations of his doctors, which seemed to be only focused on managing in the short term rather than getting better. It's very important to understand your own body, and the most common tests done in doctors' offices today won't tell you all of the details. More comprehensive testing is needed to determine if you're on the road to becoming diabetic and what kind of diet your body might need to prevent it. About the guest: Lyle Haugen a Type 1 diabetic and, now, a registered nutrition health coach. He was diagnosed in 1985, a week after surviving an industrial explosion at a natural gas facility. For 25+ years, he followed all the various advice given by my doctors and nutritionist. None of it allowed him to have consistent, controllable and reliable blood sugars. Inevitably, he began to get many of the conditions associated with Type 1, like eye issues, Crohn's/colitis and diabetic gastroparesis. As these conditions mounted, he grew frustrated and angry with the advice he was given. He decided to take control back and figure it out for himself. He trained in nutrition and health coaching, read books, tried everything he could, took meticulous notes and, finally, he figured out a system, protocol and diet that gave him his life back. He now sleeps through the night and has great energy. He's not afraid to travel or experience life. The freedom he's gained by taking back his blood sugar control has been unimaginable. His associated conditions have been getting better and better, and his health is no longer sliding down a slippery slope. With years of diabetes experience and training as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, he's developed a simple yet effective system for all those who live with Type 1. The experiences of his clients and himself demonstrate that balancing those sugars will net improvements in your health, resolve many conditions and help you awaken to a new life. Haugen realized his goal of creating a website specifically for Type 1 diabetics, https://type1simplified.com/. His adult daughter Shanice helped him refine a recipe on the website for energy bars. He currently resides in the beautiful town of Creston, British Columbia.

On this episode, first Dr. Gladden and Mark discuss the health benefits of getting out into nature. Then, they're joined by Professor Stuart Phillips to discuss his work with aging adults at McMaster Physical Activity Centre of Excellence. He talks about people in their 90s and older who are still participating in exercise programs and the youthful benefits they're seeing. They talk about setting ourselves up for successful physical fitness that lasts well into advanced age, with both physical activity and mindset. About the guest: Stuart Phillips obtained a Ph.D. from the University of Waterloo in Human Physiology in 1995. He joined McMaster University in 1999 and is currently a full Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and School of Medicine at McMaster University. He is Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health. He is also the Director of the McMaster Centre for Nutrition, Exercise, and Health Research and the Physical Activity Centre of Excellence. His research is focused on the impact of nutrition and exercise on human protein turnover, specifically in skeletal muscle. He is also dedicated to understanding how exercise and dietary protein impact body composition, strength, and function in aging. Dr. Phillips has authored more than 190 original research papers and 75 reviews. He has mentored 7 Postdoctoral, 13 Ph.D. and 17 M.Sc. students and more than 100 undergraduate thesis students. He is a 5-time nominee, and a 3-time recipient, of McMaster Student Union's Outstanding Teaching Award. He was also the first recipient of the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology's Mentorship award in 2017. In 2018, he was named to Clarivate's Highly Cited Researchers list as a being in the top 1% of all cited researchers in nutrition research. His research is funded by the Canadian Institutes for Health Research, the National Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada, the Canadian Diabetes Association, the Canadian Foundation for Innovation, the US Department of Agriculture, and a variety of industry sources. Dr. Phillips is a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine, the American College of Nutrition, and the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SMPPh.D/ Find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/professor-stuart-phillips-ph-d/

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden invite chiropractor Dr. Tom Gargiula to discuss how important a balanced and well-functioning nervous system is for total body wellness, plus the mindset one needs to keep their entire body and mind in alignment. He talks about how his practice is a much more subtle and specific than many people imagine chiropractic treatment works. Dr. Tom talks through his "Seven Pillars of Health," which he believes people should follow for their best quality of health and life. He also shares what he thinks are essential for people to live an abundant and full 120 years of life. About the guest: Dr. Tom Gargiula, known as "Dr. G," moved from Long Island, NY, to St. Louis to earn his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree at Logan College. While there, he met his wife Sue on a blind date, and they opened their own chiropractic office together in 1994. This was the beginning of Windmill Wellness Center and over 25 years of passionate service to the community. In 1997, God brought the couple their first opportunity to adopt a child. Within seven years, Tom and Sue were blessed with four children adopted from Guatemala: Nick, Matt, Mia and Natalie. In 2015 and 2016, Tom's family served on mission trips (that Tom co-lead), bringing chiropractic to an impoverished and underserved part of Guatemala. In his continued desire to serve people, Tom wrote his book about life mastery, The Ripple Effect, to share with people how to consciously create their life in their own ideal. He also offers a Life Development Program for Young Adults to help teach them strategies for success in life. For more information on Dr. G's practice, visit https://windmillwellnesscenter.com/. To read more about the philosophy behind his book, visit http://www.therippleeffectlife.com/Mastering-Your-Life/.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden invite Daniel Chao on the show to talk about the benefits of using Halo Sport, a brain muscle stimulator that can help you develop muscle memory faster. Chao describes how the device works and improves neuroplasticity. They explore the various ways this can benefit your brain and body. Dr. Gladden reports the many ways the Halo Sport has helped him personally during and after using it. They discuss how Halo Sport can help in the short term, as well as its ability to improve cognitive function as people age. About the guest: Daniel Chao is a neurotech entrepreneur, specializing in devices that improve brain performance. Most recently, Daniel co-founded Halo Neuroscience, a human performance company based in San Francisco, and was the company's CEO until March 2019. While CEO, Daniel lead the launch of the world's first consumer neurostimulation system, Halo Sport. Prior to Halo, Daniel was the head of business development at NeuroPace, where he helped raise $250M in capital to develop the world's first closed-loop neuromodulation device, winning FDA approval for the treatment of epilepsy in a unanimous 13-0 vote. Before NeuroPace, Daniel was a consultant at McKinsey & Company and he received his M.D. and M.S. in neuroscience from Stanford University. Follow Daniel and his company on Twitter

Caspar Szulc joins Mark and Dr. Gladden on this episode of Living Beyond 120 to explain what he and his team are doing at Innovative Medicine to reshape the medical paradigm. He discusses his background, with a father who practiced integrative medicine and a mother who was a psychologist, in which he was taught the mindset of tending to a whole body, mind and spirit together. They discuss some of Caspar's own health regimen based on his gathered knowledge and experiences. He explains the ways the New York Center for Innovative Medicine is applying these philosophies to improve health, longevity and performance for others through personalized medicine. They consider a number of topics about improving and reclaiming overall health and wellness, including tackling emotional health and stress, coping with toxicity and much more. About the guest: As President and Co-Founder of Innovative Medicine, Caspar Szulc brings a unique vision that has played a vital role in the growth of the company and breaking into new markets around the world. His "quality first" approach has helped to set the tone of a company that not only bridges that gap of science and nature, but of design and medicine – relentlessly trying to achieve a balance of the two that benefits both practitioner and patient. Caspar was born in Manhattan, New York, and from an early age, he was exposed to a lifestyle of healthy diet, exercise, and a holistic and spiritual mentality by his father, a pioneer in integrative medicine, and mother, a psychologist. Caspar attended Boston University's School of Management where he received degrees in Marketing and Finance. He then worked as a financial analyst before starting the venture now known as Innovative Medicine at the age of 22. As President and Co-Founder of Innovative Medicine, Caspar brings a passion and vision that has played a vital role in the growth of the company and world-renowned medical center and breaking into new markets around the globe. His "quality first" approach has helped to set the tone of a company that not only bridges that gap of science and nature but of design and medicine – relentlessly trying to achieve a balance of the two that benefits both practitioner and patient. An avid traveler and explorer, he has visited 6 continents, 57 countries, and all 50 states in the U.S. His search for new therapies, modalities and how other cultures heal continues to take him to new places around the planet. He has applied the knowledge gained from traveling and his unique upbringing to help others achieve a healthier, happier existence. He enjoys mountain climbing (climbed three of the 7 Summits), tennis (attended all 4 Grand Slams), meditation, exotic foods (has eaten giraffe, zebra, tarantula, and rotten shark among other novel foods), and being a Big Brother to a wonderful Little. Caspar now resides in Battery Park City, NYC. Connect with him on Twitter @CasparSzulc.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden invite John Vincent to discuss hair loss, a problem many people struggle with as they age. Though it's a widely experienced problem, many people are not aware of the facts behind the causes and treatments for hair thinning and loss. "Hair loss is not life threatening, but it is life changing." John discusses a number of common reasons for hair loss, and he explores many different treatments that have been popular through the years. He considers where a number of these products and treatments fail, and he reveals some of the treatments seeing good results through the hair restoration community. They also discuss some different kinds of treatment helping people to be less self-conscious about thinning hair, including scalp tattoos. About the guest: For 25 years, John Vincent has been one of the most knowledgeable and respected experts in the field of hair restoration. Like many guys in his early 20s, he wasn't happy about going bald. From his own search for the best answer to restore both his hair and self-image, John evolved in a career that made hair loss answers his life's work. Originally as hair replacement clinic owner, later as an executive in the largest group of hair transplantation offices in the nation, and finally a leader in the field of noninvasive hair treatment options, John has maintained a reputation for being on the leading edge of technology options for treating hair loss. He has been interviewed by on local and national television, including the Oprah Winfrey Show, has lectured and written widely about alternatives to baldness, and for more than 10 years was a medical editor of the International Hair Journal. John has authored dozens of articles about hair replacement, including chapters in an international textbook about prosthetic hair design, and has encouraged collaboration between the providers of surgical and non-surgical options to treat baldness. In his lengthy career, John has helped countless individuals regain an appearance they're pleased with, and his clientele range for celebrities, political figures and, interestingly, a couple of "Presidents" in an exhibit at Disney World. To get a free copy of John's book, Hair Loss Dossier, text HAIRLOSS to 31996. Learn more about the book at https://www.facebook.com/HairLossDossier/.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden explore the benefits of saunas on health and longevity. Dr. Gladden describes the results of a long-term study done in Finland, detailing the reduction of risk from a number of health conditions from regular sauna use. They consider how being in a sauna compares to exercising, and Dr. Gladden explains the benefits you might see from the extreme temperatures of a sauna versus just exercise. The cover how and why saunas can help protect against dementia, cardiovascular disease, aging, and much more.

On this episode, Mark and Dr. Gladden invite Tara Youngblood, co-founder and chief science officer at Kryo Inc. Her company makes the chiliPAD Sleep System, a system that controls the temperature of your bed to help you fall asleep faster and maintain deeper sleep. On the show, they continue a discussion about how important sleep is to overall health, repairing the body, and living a longer, fuller life. About the guest: Tara is a visionary leader in the future of sleep driven health, combining multiple disciplines, including Alternative Medicine, Physics, and Sleep Diagnostics. She works with leading international researchers to further studies on cold therapy and its impact on sleep. Tara authored the leading white paper, connecting over 70 research papers to the effects of temperature and sleep quality. As Co-Founder and executive of Kryo, Tara contributes to the strategic direction and daily operations of the company. As an expert in sleep science, she is also a highly regarded international speaker. Born in Alberta, Canada, Tara is a passionate global traveler, with visits to 5 continents and over a dozen countries. She is involved with multiple community philanthropic activities, including youth sports and international relief trips. Tara is constantly seeking new opportunities to improve the quality of life by those most affected with sleep disorders. Learn more about Kryo products at chilitechnology.com. Follow Tara on Twitter @tlcnyoungblood, Facebook: @ChiliTechnology

On this episode, Dr. Gladden and Mark invite naturopath Penny Kelly on the show to discuss the human energy system, as well as her understanding of the relationship between energy and consciousness after experiencing kundalini. After being diagnosed with a number of physical ailments, including rheumatoid arthritis, Penny took an alternative approach to healing herself. She discusses her philosophy for health and longevity based on her enlightening experiences, aligning her energy, mindset and physical body to work toward optimal health. About the guest: Penny Kelly is an author, teacher, publisher, lecturer, spiritual coach/consultant and Naturopathic Physician. In 1979 she experienced a full, spontaneous awakening of kundalini that completely changed her life. A Tool and Process Engineer for Chrysler Corporation at the time, she eventually left Chrysler and returned to school to study the brain, consciousness, perception, cognition, intelligence and intuition. In 1988, after moving to Lawton in SW Michigan, she began teaching in a dilapidated old barn that eventually became Lily Hill Farm. The barn is now both Learning Center and busy B&B. Today, Penny travels widely teaching classes and conducting workshops on intuition, gardening, food and nutrition. She maintains a worldwide consulting practice that includes both spiritual and nutritional consulting, and fills a number of speaking engagements. Penny also writes books and poetry, raises chickens, beef cows, and grows organic vegetables and small fruits. For 15 years, she was involved in scientific research and investigations into crop circles, consciousness, and plasma physics at Pinelandia Laboratory near Ann Arbor, MI, as the student and later the associate of Dr. Wm. Levengood. Penny holds a degree in Humanistic Studies from Wayne State University, a degree in Naturopathic Medicine from Clayton College of Natural Health, and continues her research into consciousness and perception. Penny is the mother of four children and has written seven books: The Evolving Human The Elves of Lily Hill Farm Robes: A Book of Coming Changes Consciousness and Energy, Vol. 1 – Multi-dimensionality Consciousness and Energy, Vol. 2 – New Worlds of Energy Consciousness and Energy, Vol. 3 – History and Consciousness Getting Well Again Naturally – From The Soil to The Stomach Visit her website: https://consciousnessonfire.com/.

Mark and Dr. Gladden open the show by talking about recent trials using an anti-aging senolytic cocktail. Next, they're joined by Mark White of Vitality Connect to discuss sexuality and aging, specifically the treatment of erectile dysfunction. They discuss how White started his business to help men improve sexual function, leading to his inclusion of GAINSWave® technology as a drug-free, non-invasive treatment with sound waves. The discuss the process involved with treatment and what impressive results some patients have experienced. They also cover some sexual dysfunction issues that the treatment doesn't help, as well as some explorations into helping women also overcome sexual problems. About the guest: Mark White is the CEO of the marketing and branding company, Vitality Connect. The company's mission is to connect health conscious patients with vitality-minded doctors using direct to consumer brands. White's background includes a master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Georgia and professional experience in commercial real estate, investment banking, finance, marketing and venture capitalism. Passionate about helping people optimize vitality and live healthier lives, White created Vitality Connect in 2016 to get the word out about life-changing anti-aging treatments. The first brand of Vitality Connect, developed by White and his team, is GAINSWave®, the premium brand of shockwave therapy used to treat erectile dysfunction and optimize sexual performance. For more information, visit https://healthgains.com/. Physicians can learn more about GAINSWave® here: https://joingainswave.com/.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden are joined by natural health consultant Denie Hiestand to discuss the energy present in the body. They start the show by discussing further evidence on the benefits of meditation on the brain, based on a recent study. Expanding on the notion of the body as a brain, they consider the electromagnetic fields of the body and how we can use this to promote health and wellness. Denie brings a number of personal stories about his perception of body energy and how he has used this to help people throughout his life. About the guest: Denie Hiestand is a natural health consultant. He was born June 8, 1949, on a dairy farm in Taranaki, New Zealand, to Swiss immigrant parents. The early part of Hiestand's life was spent in New Zealand, immersed in agriculture, dairy farming, and engineering. When his body suffered life-threatening diseases and a total shutdown he turned to Natural Health. He studied many different natural health modalities (including Kinesiology). He is a passionate, highly trained professional with a vast knowledge of the electrical working of the body, with a gifted ability to energetically perceive and determine the cause of electrical disharmony in the body. His understanding and skill help bring the body back into harmony and re-energize the cells, allowing them to function as intended. He also offers nutritional suggestions and lifestyle changes to his clients, as support and maintenance of the cellular work he does. He continues to advocate taking responsibility for one's health and avoiding chemically laced products and eating a healthy high fat, moderate protein, low carbohydrate diet. He is a charismatic public speaker and has been a guest presenter at many conferences and on radio and TV. Over the years Denie has published several books on health and well-being. His early book Journey to Truth published in 1999, candidly discusses his struggle with ego and his eventual spiritual awakening was made into a documentary One Man's Journey to Truth in 2012 and won the Award of Merit at the Lucerne International Film Festival. Electrical Nutrition – A Revolutionary Approach to Eating that Awakens the Body's Natural Electrical Energywas published in 2001 to great acclaim. Over the years Denie has written several articles on health, cancer, skin care that have been summarized in A little book of wisdom published in 2014. Denie's latest book Healthy Beauty, Ageless Beautywas published in the fall of 2016. Here he delves deeper into the timeless subjects of an anti- aging lifestyle, chemicals in skin care, how to slow aging and as always "thinking outside the box." His unbridled passion to understand the dynamics of human health, the latest anti-aging research, breast cancer research, neuroscience and quantum physics pertaining to how the body works, what causes diseases, how the body responds to diseases and how it recovers propelled him into the creation and formulation of theCream – Nature's Superfood for Skin.A colostrum based, all-natural, healthy skin care range of products, with zero chemicals, mineral oils, parabens or preservatives launched in 2012 and continues to break new ground in giving women and their families a healthy choice for skin care. Order his skincare products at https://www.thecream.com/. Follow his company on social media: www.instagram.com/theCream4Health www.facebook.com/theCream4Health www.twitter.com/theCream4Health www.YouTube.com/thePinkCowBrand

Matt Feshbach of AMBROSE Cell Therapy comes back to Living Beyond 120 to talk more about stem cell therapy, bringing stories of real outcomes that patients have experienced after treatment. They offer an overview of stem cell therapy first, including how Feshbach harvests cells for treatment. Feshbach discusses the therapeutic cells located in a person's fat and what role these play in the therapy. They also consider what kind of conditions can benefit from stem cell therapy. Some of the actual patient stories Feshbach covers are the treatment of people who suffer from arthritis, kidney failure, emphysema, Alzheimer's, traumatic injury and more. They talk about how stem cell therapy needs to be utilized in a way that makes sense, as well as what people can do to improve their outcomes if they do take advantage of this kind of treatment. About Matt Feshbach: Matthew (Matt) Feshbach is the Founder and CEO of AMBROSE Cell Therapy. AMBROSE was founded in 2017 with the mission: To help people with chronic degenerative diseases improve symptoms, function and quality of life with adult stem cell therapy. Matt has taken an unconventional path throughout his business career. He did not attend college but instead taught tennis at private homes in Silicon Valley. Through that experience he developed professional and personal relationships with a number of prominent investment managers, who inspired him to study securities analysis and begin investing himself. This led to the co-founding, with his brothers Kurt and Joe, of Feshbach Bros in 1982. Feshbach Bros. managed the first "short-only" hedge fund. Assets under management grew from $20,000 to $1 Billon in 9 years. Matt's investment career, through the ups and downs of the stock market, spanned more than 30 years. In 2009 he and his brother, Joe, began researching adult stem cells and their potential, due to their interest in a publicly traded company. They spoke to researchers from all over the world - Israel to Japan, Holland to Spain, New York to Los Angeles, Chicago to Dallas and so on - to understand the best source of adult stem cells as well as the science, technologies and unmet medical needs they could potentially address. As a result of their research, they came to have a well-informed opinion that fat (adipose) tissue is the most accessible, abundant and potent source of adult stem and regenerative cells. As well, that the mixed population of adipose-derived stem and regenerative cells (ADRCs) could be used to address a broad spectrum of chronic diseases. This has now been validated in the published medical literature. 1 2 3 Along with his brother, Matt founded Okyanos (Oh-key-ah-nos) Cell Therapy in August 2011 in Freeport, Bahamas. The Greek God of Rivers, "Okyanos" symbolizes restoration of blood flow, which is an important mechanism of action of ADRCs. Shortly after helping to create Okyanos, Matt's brother, Joe, sadly died of a cardiac arrest. Joe's death prompted Matt to be even more dedicated his purpose to help patients with chronic disease with their own adult stem cells. In the Bahamas, he drafted the framework for what developed into the Bahamas Stem Cell Research and Therapy Act, while concurrently building and staffing Okyanos. Due to the uncompromising standards set by Matt, Okyanos came to be known as the first cell therapy center of excellence in the world. The passage of House Bill 810, Charlie's Law, in Texas paved the way for Matt to once again set a new standard in cell therapy for complex chronic disease. To be specific, Charlie's Law allows the use of investigational adult stem cell treatments in Texas for patients that have been diagnosed with a terminal illness or severe chronic disease. This is a Right-to-Try Law. The U.S Constitution - Tenth Amendment states - "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." As such FDA has not taken action against drug companies or providers in the 28 states with medical marijuana laws and the 38 states with laws allowing patients who are terminally ill the right to try experimental drugs without FDA approval (Right to try Laws), respectively. Matthew Feshbach has combined his 3 decades of investment experience with his personal purpose to help others and, for a non-medical person, extraordinary knowledge of the science, technology and protocols of adult stem cell therapy to bring the highest standards of safety, care and potential effectiveness to patients in need. A Nguyen, A et al Stromal vascular fraction: A regenerative reality? 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On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss thyroid function and disfunction. The thyroid is a hormone gland in the body that is under the control of the brain, determining the metabolic rate of a cell, through hormone production. One of those things this process does is help the mitochondria put out more ATP, which is "the currency of life." They discuss hypo- and hyperthyroidism, plus some other conditions, and some of the potentially far-reaching health consequences of when one's thyroid doesn't function properly. They consider some of the symptoms that people suffer when people have hypothyroidism, even if common medical tests do not recognize it. Dr. Gladden recommends what people can do to get a more accurate picture of their thyroid health.

On this episode, Mark and Dr. Gladden talk about autoimmune disorders, what they are and what can be done to help manage them. Dr. Gladden describes what a leaky immune system can do in your body. He discusses some of the common treatments for autoimmune diseases and the problems that can occur with certain medical interventions. They consider what you can do to help "seal the borders" of your digestive tract, protecting yourself from things that can breach the boundaries. They offer advice about decreasing exposure to environmental pollutants, reducing stress, eating a better diet for you, and healing from systemic attacks. With autoimmune disorders, boosting one's immune system can be problematic. Balancing it is the better goal. Dr. Gladden lists a number of possible supplements and peptides that could be used to help maintain a better balance.

Mark and Dr. Gladden invite Dr. Dale Bredesen on the podcast to speak about the science of cognitive decline and its prevention. Dr. Bredesen is an expert on neurodegenerative diseases, and he discusses multiple risk factors for Alzheimer's and dementia, including those both genetic and environmental. They examine crucial things you should do in your routine and environment to help reduce the risks that contribute to cognitive decline. Mark and Dr. Gladden review a number of advances in longevity research, considering the impact they might have on improved cognitive function. About the guest: Dale E. Bredesen, M.D., UCLA and Buck Institute Professor, Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA Founding President and CEO, Professor Emeritus, Buck Institute for Research on Aging, Novato, CA Dr. Bredesen received his undergraduate degree from Caltech and his medical degree from Duke. He served as Resident and Chief Resident in Neurology at UCSF, then was postdoctoral fellow in the laboratory of Nobel laureate Prof. Stanley Prusiner. He was a faculty member at UCLA from 1989-1994, then was recruited by the Burnham Institute to direct the Program on Aging. In 1998 he became the Founding President and CEO of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, and Adjunct Professor at UCSF; then in 2013 he returned to UCLA as the Director of the Easton Center for Alzheimer's Disease Research. The Bredesen Laboratory studies basic mechanisms underlying the neurodegenerative process, and the translation of this knowledge into effective therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions, leading to the publication of over 220 research papers. He established the ADDN (Alzheimer's Drug Development Network) with Dr. Varghese John in 2008, leading to the identification of new classes of therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease. He and his group developed a new approach to the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, and this approach led to the discovery of subtypes of Alzheimer's disease, followed by the first description of reversal of symptoms in patients with MCI and Alzheimer's disease, with the ReCODE (reversal of cognitive decline) protocol, published in 2014, 2016, and 2018. His book, The End of Alzheimer's, is a New York Times Bestseller. Visit his website, https://www.ahnphealth.com/dr-bredesen.html. Follow him on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/drdalebredesen/