
Peak Performance Life Podcast
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EPI 151: The Right & Wrong Way To Lose Weight. Why Your Metabolism Can Make Or Break Your Weight Loss Journey. With The Dietitian That People Go To When Nothing Else Works, Michelle Shapiro RD
Show notes: (0:52) Michelle's journey of getting into the work she does now (1:53) Wrong and right way to lose weight (3:00) Importance of protein and understanding metabolism (8:49) GLP-1 medications: benefits and risks (12:50) Inflammation and weight gain (17:08) Healthy weight loss strategies and tips (27:16) What role does muscle play in losing weight? (29:07) The psychological aspect of losing weight (31:58) How do they help keep people on track with their health journey? (36:06) Addressing stress and anxiety through physical and emotional root causes (41:27) Where to find Michelle (42:42) Outro Who is Michelle Shapiro? Michelle Shapiro is an Integrative/ Functional Registered Dietitian from NYC with 8+ years of experience serving over 1000 clients to reverse their anxiety, heal longstanding gut issues and approach weight loss lovingly and in a body-neutral way. Michelle, in her work, aims to bridge the gap for clients between functional nutrition and body positivity. She works with clients one on one in her private practice virtually. Connect with Michelle: Website: https://michelleshapirord.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCObGWYLQaO0jnE_4u2Xx72w Listen to her podcast: https://www.quietthediet.com/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 150: Dr. Shawn Baker - Super Fit 57 Year Old World Record Holder Shares Why He Switched To Carnivore & What Were The Results. Plus How He Helps Patients Lower Inflammation In Their Body
Show notes: (0:52) Shawn's evolution to getting into carnivore (11:01) Inflammatory and processed foods (16:55) Achievements and sports (22:29) What does Shawn eat in a day? (28:02) Carnivore diet benefits and impact on satiety and digestive health (33:50) Challenging conventional views with the carnivore diet (47:44) The Revero Health (51:10) Where to find Shawn (52:12) Outro Who is Dr. Shawn Baker? Shawn Baker M.D. is the Co-Founder of Revero, orthopedic surgeon, world leading authority on treating disease with medical nutritional therapy, an Amazon best-selling author, world champion athlete, international speaker, podcast host, and consultant. Connect with Dr. Shawn Baker: Website: https://www.revero.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-baker-md IG: https://www.instagram.com/shawnbaker1967/ X: https://twitter.com/SBakerMD YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/ShawnBakerMD FB: http://facebook.com/ShawnBakerMD TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnbakermd?lang=en Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 149: Dr. Catherine Clinton - Quantum Biology Health Educator Shares Easy Ways To Improve The Energy Charge Of Your Body
Show notes: (1:24) What is quantum biology, and how she got into it? (7:49) The impact of quantum biology on health (12:05) Benefits and importance of grounding (16:19) Measuring electrical charge (25:14) Light management in daily life (31:16) Importance of clean, mineral-rich water (36:12) Tips for mineralizing filtered water (38:18) Hidden health hazards in everyday environments (43:05) Where to find Dr. Clinton (44:09) Outro Who is Dr. Catherine Clinton? Dr. Catherine Clinton, a licensed naturopathic physician, has spent over 16 years helping people overcome their health issues. Diagnosed with two autoimmune conditions and Lyme disease while in medical school, she began the long and difficult journey of healing—a path that led to the commitment to help others heal not only physically but also return to the relationships we evolved over millennia with for a deeper sense of health and belonging. By healing herself and patients like her, she discovered that true health comes from our relationships. Dr. Catherine has learned how our quantum biological system is intimately and inseparably connected to the world around us. Our relationship with the dirt beneath our feet, the sun, the wind, the water, the plants, the seasons, and each other is the real medicine. Her mission is to empower as many people as possible with this knowledge to encourage the paradigm shift we so desperately need. Connect with Dr. Catherine Clinton: Website: https://www.drcatherineclinton.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-clinton-17b87b42/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/dr.catherineclintonnd/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.catherineclinton/?hl=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.catherineclinton Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 148: Dr. Morgan Nolte - Why Your Insulin Resistance Can Predict Your Future Health. Plus Proven Morning & Evening Routines That Change Your Health & Can Add Years To Your Life
Show notes: (1:48) How Dr. Nolte got into studying insulin resistance (5:28) Understanding insulin resistance (8:51) Things that impact your insulin (18:33) Mindset and avoiding insulin resistance (21:03) Creating a personal faith formula (27:20) Starting an evening routine (41:04) Overcoming attachments and prioritizing personal growth (45:12) Where to find Dr. Nolte (47:53) Outro Who is Dr. Morgan Nolte? Dr. Morgan Nolte is the founder of Zivli, LLC. After earning her DPT from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, she completed the Creighton University-Hillcrest Health Systems Geriatric Physical Therapy Residency Program. Outside of work, she loves cheering on the Nebraska Cornhuskers, spending time with her family, reading, exercising, and being active outside. Connect with Dr. Morgan Nolte: Website: https://www.zivli.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-nolte-pt-dpt-6405b3263 YT: https://www.youtube.com/@drmorgannolte IG: https://www.instagram.com/drmorgannolte/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 147: How To Increase Your HRV & Why It's So Important. Surprising Cannabis & HRV Connection. Plus A Deep Dive Into Spermidine Supplementation For Longevity. With Don Moxley
Show notes: (1:23) How he got into being a sports scientist (8:45) Raising HRV, understanding longevity, and the HRV-cannabis connection (20:25) Cardiovascular conditioning and strength training for optimal health (28:31) Exploring HRV Plus (32:01) Understanding autophagy and inflammation (40:25) Spermidine and its benefits (44:28) Where to find Don (46:24) Outro Who is Don Moxley? Don Moxley is the Director of Applied Science and Brand Development at Longevity Labs Inc. in the United States. Operating with the personal mission of helping individuals understand the changes necessary to alleviate suffering and contribute to the betterment of all people, Moxley draws upon his career as an athlete, a sports scientist, and an instructor to lead and educate on the science of autophagy and longevity. Whether it's a one-on-one podcast interview heard by thousands, a presentation of research on spermidine to a wellness conference or plain talk to people who want to live their best lives as they grow older, Don makes the science of adding more life to our years immediately understandable. Throughout his life and career, Moxley has applied science to enhancing well-being. A former captain and Big 10 Championship winner with the Ohio State University wrestling team, Don served as the university's first sport scientist. By giving athletes the ability to track their progress in strength, cardiovascular and resilience training, he helped the wrestling team win a national title and three Big 10 Championships. He has helped athletes achieve two Olympic metals, four World Championships, seven National Championships and 23 All-Americans. Moxley has been married to his wife Laura since 1990. They sold their home in Granville Ohio and moved full time into a 43' fifth wheel trailer and are exploring the United States giving their next home a chance to find them. When he's not sharing knowledge about spermidine, cell renewal or longevity, he's studying human performance. Connect with Don: Website: https://spermidinelife.us/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donmoxley/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/donmoxley Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 146: Dr. John Jaquish - What You've Been Taught About Nutrition & Weightlifting Is Wrong! How Much Protein Can Your Body Absorb In 1 Meal? Why You Are Not Making Gains With Your Workouts. Plus New Breakthroughs In Testosterone & Hormone Optimization
Show notes: (1:58) Developing revolutionary strength training protocols (5:20) The X3 bar's effectiveness in muscle stimulation (10:07) Personal workout regimen and its results (14:26) Protein intake, dietary misconceptions, and the low carb diet (19:38) Debunking myths about carbohydrates, cholesterol, and dietary needs (25:07) Veganism and the environmental impact of vegetable farming (28:55) Telemedicine clinic and hormone optimization (32:47) TRT: oral vs. injectable (39:18) How oral testosterone and its impact on liver function (45:46) Where to find Dr. Jaquish (46:27) Outro Who is Dr. John Jaquish? John Jaquish, PhD. has spent years researching and developing improved approaches to health. He is the inventor of the most effective bone density building medical technology, which is now partnered with Tony Robbins and OsteoStrong for rapid clinic deployment. Inventor of X3, a technology that is proven to develop muscle much faster than conventional weight lifting, all with the lowest risk of joint injury, Dr. Jaquish methods are used in training the world's most elite athletes and associations such as the entire Miami Heat organization, various NFL and NBA players, as well as Olympians. John is also CEO of Primal Medical Group, a physician group with over 100 general practitioners who understand and require patient application of Dr. Jaquish's physical medicine interventions, like X3 and OsteoStrong, and the optimized nutrition protocols outlined in his book. Connect with Dr. John Jaquish: Website: https://www.doctorj.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjaquish/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drjaquish/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/JaquishBiomedical Grab a copy of his book: https://amzn.to/44rfdQn Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI #145: Meal Timing, Weight Loss, Protein, Carbs, and Lifestyle Changes. Plus Why Cynthia Thurlow Left Clinical Medicine After 20 Years To Pursue The Root Causes Of Chronic Health Issues
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:08) Who is Cynthia Thurlow and what her background is (4:03) Addressing root causes like insulin resistance (9:27) Exploring intermittent fasting benefits (16:48) Differential fasting approaches for menopausal women and men (23:55) Prioritizing protein and exploring other protein sources (28:16) Personalized carbohydrate intake, the importance of monitoring biomarkers, and sustainable dietary choices (32:33) Carbohydrate awareness and whole foods consumption (37:12) Identifying food sensitivities through elimination diets (38:18) Impact of alcohol on sleep and metabolic health (41:18) Self-advocacy and conscious eating practices (47:15) How to learn more about Cynthia (48:49) Outro Who is Cynthia Thurlow? She has worked in clinical medicine, both in the ER and cardiology, for nearly 20 years. Although she respects the power of conventional medicine to treat disease and save lives, she began to think more about the root causes of chronic health issues. Soon, she recognized the powerful relationship between food and her patients' health and wellness. This led her to do advanced training in nutrition and functional testing so I could help others enjoy optimal health before they needed emergency care. She is currently a nurse practitioner, intermittent fasting and nutrition expert, and a two-time TEDx speaker. She is passionate about helping women find wellness through the healing power of nutrition and fasting. She believes it is possible to feel better tomorrow than you do today and wants to equip you to experience that freedom! Connect with Cynthia Thurlow? Everyday Wellness Podcast: https://apple.co/4bfJgg9 Web: https://cynthiathurlow.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow_/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1004505663061383/ X: https://twitter.com/_CynthiaThurlow YT: https://www.youtube.com/cynthiathurlow Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 144: Dr. Anthony Youn - Author Of "Younger For Life" Shares How To Slow Aging, Look Younger, And Feel Younger. Known As America's "Holistic Plastic Surgeon" With Over 5M Subscribers On YouTube
Show notes: (1:15) Who is Dr. Anthony Youn? (4:33) Nutrition and skin health (10:12) Intermittent fasting and autophagy (14:17) Product recommendations for basic skincare routine (21:33) Considerations for choosing skincare products (26:14) Sunscreen and its importance (34:55) On Botox, its safety, and long-term effects (44:17) Red light therapy and for skin rejuvenation (48:03) Exercise for maintaining mobility and balance as we age (50:01) Where to find Dr. Youn Who is Dr. Anthony Youn? Anthony Youn, MD, FACS, is one of the most trusted and well-known plastic surgeons in the world. Recognized as a leader in his field and followed by millions, the man known as America's Holistic Plastic Surgeon® is valued for his honest approach and ability to speak to all areas of health and well-being, not just cosmetic surgery. Dr. Youn is the most followed plastic surgeon on social media, with millions of active and engaged followers. He is also the host of the most popular cosmetic medicine podcast in the country, The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show, which has garnered over one million downloads and counting. A national lecturer, Dr. Youn has published several scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals and has also published In Stitches, his critically acclaimed and award-winning memoir of becoming a doctor, The Age Fix, a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller, and Playing God: The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon. He has been named a Top Plastic Surgeon by US News and World Report, Harper's Bazaar, Newsweek, and Town & Country magazines. Connect with Dr. Youn: Website: https://www.dryoun.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/dryoun/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/tonyyounmd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctoryoun Grab a copy: https://book.autojuvenation.com/buy-now-1 Listen: https://www.dryoun.com/podcast/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 143: MASTERCLASS On HRV (Heart Rate Variability). The Most Important Metric Your Wearable Gives You. What It Means & How To Improve It. With Dr. Torkil Faero, author of "The Pulse Cure"
Show notes: (2:24) The basics of HRV (5:55) HRV and overall health (14:01) Factors that influence HRV (18:36) Exercises that are beneficial to HRV (22:03) Managing stress for better HRV (30:57) HRV and training readiness (35:03) Activities that impact HRV (37:57) Stress response and optimizing HRV (40:46) Where to find Dr. Faero (42:10) Outro Who is Dr. Torkil Faero? Torkil is the driving force behind the book The Pulse Cure and the social website thepulsecure.com. He is a general practitioner and emergency doctor, documentary filmmaker, author, photographer and globetrotter. As a medical student, he was the first to go abroad for Norwegian Doctors Without Borders when he worked in war-torn Angola in 1996. Through 25 years as a freelance doctor, he has worked in municipalities all over the country, had tens of thousands of consultations and gained a unique picture of the diseases that plague us. He has learned that the cause is most often found in a lifestyle that stresses our body. He wanted to do something about that. Torkil is concerned with how we can get the most out of life. In the book The Pulse Cure, he explains step by step how we can use the heart rate monitor or the smartphone to get to know our own body better and gain better control of the stress balance and the autonomic nervous system. Torkil himself has been given a new life by making several smart lifestyle changes. His hope is that everyone who wants better health and more energy to live life to the fullest will benefit from the measures he himself enjoys so much. He also has a big wish for the healthcare system: That it works preventively to a much greater extent and provides help for self-help than is the case today. Torkil Færø is also an award-winning photographer who has published photography art books, held exhibitions, and held photography workshops in many countries. He is an enthusiastic long-distance walker and has made the NRK films about pilgrimages to Nidaros and Santiago de Compostela. In his previous book, THE CAMERA CURE, he combined medical and photographic knowledge into a unique book about therapeutic photography, where coping with life is combined with taking good pictures. Faero has traveled by backpack, bicycle, motorbike, kayak, boat, and car in over 80 countries and speaks eight languages. Torkil is married to Tone, who is also part of the team at Pulskuren. Connect with Dr. Torkil Faero: Website: https://thepulsecure.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr_torkil.md/ Grab a copy of his book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-pulse-cure-torkil-f-r/1144296935?ean=9781529437331 https://www.amazon.com/Pulse-Cure-Balance-stress-optimise-ebook/dp/B0CLCH49Y1/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1706301238&sr=1-1 Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 142: Dr. Rani Banik - Eye Health Expert Shares Practical Tips To Improve And Protect Your Eyes + Reduce Fatigue & Headaches. Surprising Info On Sunglasses, Blue Light Blocking Glasses, Sun Gazing, LASIK, and More!
Show notes: (1:13) How did she get into the line of work she's in? (2:26) Common issues she sees with her patients (6:17) Good practices, supplements, and exercises (13:44) On blue light-blocking glasses (20:32) UV, sun gazing, and red light (26:24) Finding the right eye health supplement (29:24) Most common eye issue as we age (34:29) Exercises for eye health (36:14) On LASIK eye surgery (38:49) Where to find Dr. Rani Banik (40:26) Outro Who is Dr. Rani Banik? Dr. Rudrani Banik is a Board-certified Ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained Neuro-Ophthalmologist, and Functional Medicine expert. She is fully trained in ophthalmic surgery and Botox, and she has a special interest in treating Headache and Migraine. Dr. Banik manages a wide spectrum of conditions affecting vision, as well as the complex connections between the eye and brain. Dr. Banik has specialized training in Functional Medicine. She applies principles of complementary and alternative medicine in conjunction with traditional medical approaches to treat chronic diseases affecting the visual system. She offers a unique approach to managing conditions such as dry eye, macular degeneration, blepharitis, migraine, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, thyroid eye disease, uveitis, and other autoimmune conditions. Dr. Banik has thirteen years of training at some of the finest medical and eye institutes in the country. She graduated with a B.A with Honors and M.D. from Brown University. She trained in Internal Medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami, followed by Ophthalmology at the University of California, Irvine. She went on to pursue Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins. She has served on full-time faculty at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center, and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. Dr. Banik is founder of Envision Health NYC, a private practice based on the Upper East Side in New York City. She is Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine. Dr. Banik has won many teaching awards and also serves as principal investigator for 5 multi-centered clinical trials in neuro-ophthalmology. She has authored numerous articles and has presented at national and international meetings. Dr. Banik is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology's Exam Development Committee and helps to set the standards for board certification in her field. Connect with Dr. Rani: Website: https://www.drranibanik.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.ranibanik TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.ranibanik Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 141: How To Test (And Fix) Your Home To Ensure You Are Limiting Dirty Electricity, EMFs, Mold, & Chemicals. Plus Air Quality & Water Quality Tips. With Ryan Blaser
Show notes: (1:42) The background and how Ryan got into this field (3:25) EMF exposure and how it affects our body (11:31) Managing EMF exposure (20:49) Air quality, filtration systems, and mold growth (28:42) How to avoid mold in the home (32:26) Chemicals in the home (34:47) Water quality and water filtration (40:00) Learn more about Ryan (41:49) Lighting (45:08) Outro Who is Ryan Blaser? Ryan Blaser is the accomplished Founder and CEO of Test My Home, an environmental company dedicated to improving people's health and wellbeing. As a functional medicine doctor for your home, Ryan uses his expertise in building biology and healthy home consulting to identify and address toxic sources that could be impacting your health. Ryan's extensive educational background in electrical engineering, environmental toxicology, and electromagnetic radiation, combined with years of experience in industries such as mold remediation, construction, and nuclear waste cleanup, has given him a deep understanding of the relationship between humans and their built environment. After a personal wellness journey, Ryan founded Test My Home to help others achieve optimal health. He personally experienced the detrimental effects of mold exposure and lead inhalation, which caused unusual and serious health symptoms like fatigue, weight loss, and brain fog. After unsuccessful attempts with conventional doctors, Ryan took the initiative to investigate his home environment and found the source of his health issues. He cured himself and is now sharing his knowledge and experience with the world. Connect with Ryan: Website: https://www.testmyhome.com/ Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Test-My-Home-366194474141396/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/testmyhome/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 140: Dr. Erik Korem - Sports Wearables Pioneer Shares How To Avoid Injuries & Burnout. Plus He Explains Stress & Adaptive Capacity, How He Decreased Injuries In Professional Athletes He Worked With, How To Get The Most Out Of Your Wearables, And More!
Show notes: (2:07) A brief background (5:28) Athlete tracking innovations (9:54) Enhancing stress resilience with sleep (28:46) Aim7: A personalized wellness app (35:33) Enhancing mental strength with mindfulness (39:30) Improving longevity through health and fitness (50:10) Outro Who is Dr. Erik Korem? Dr. Erik Korem is a sports scientist with a passion for solving the data-to-action gap in wearable tech and mHealth space. Prior to founding AIM7, he spent over 15 years working as a sports scientist and a High-Performance director in collegiate and professional football. He holds a doctoral degree from the University of Kentucky in exercise science with a research emphasis on how sleep impacts the brain's ability to adapt to stress. Connect with Dr. Erik Korem: Website: https://www.aim7.com/ Newsletter: https://adaptation.beehiiv.com/subscribe Tune in to The Blueprint Podcast: https://www.erikkorem.com/podcast Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 139: The Fit Father & Fit Mother Project With Dr. Anthony Balduzzi. How Accountability + Purpose = Long Lasting Change
Show notes: (1:39) Optimizing health for adults over 40 (6:10) The struggle with consistency and sustainability (14:28) The nervous system and overall health (21:06) Rewiring your brain for health (28:58) Proactive vs. reactive (34:09) Identifying food sensitivities (38:42) The Fit Father and The Fit Mother project (46:23) Outro Who is Dr. Anthony Balduzzi? Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, NMD, is the Founder of The Fit Father Project and The Fit Mother Project — online health and fitness communities designed exclusively for busy moms and dads who want to lose weight, keep it off, and get healthy so they can be better fathers and mothers and enjoy the next 40 years of life. After watching his own Dad lose his health and pass away at the young age of 42, Dr. Anthony founded both The Fit Father Project and The Fit Mother Project to help other busy moms and dads get and stay permanently healthy for their families. Dr. Anthony holds dual degrees in Nutrition & Neuroscience from the University Of Pennsylvania, a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, and is also a national champion bodybuilder. Dr. Balduzzi is most proud of the fact that he's helped over 10,000 mothers and fathers lose over 100,000 pounds through the Fit Mother and Fit Father Project programs. Connect with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi: The Fit Father Project: https://www.fitfatherproject.com The Fit Mother Project: https://fitmotherproject.com Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/fitfatherproject FFP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitfatherproject Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 138: Dr. Florence Comite - Reversing Your Biological Age And The Importance Of Hormone Optimization
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (5:11) All about precision medicine for health longevity (7:10) Individualized approach to precision medicine (16:52) Importance of testosterone in men and women (21:28) Hormone optimization and its benefits (31:51) Enhancing longevity through blood therapy (41:42) Knowing the tools needed to prevent strokes and other heart diseases (52:14) Outro Who is Dr. Florence Comite? Dr. Florence Comite, a renowned physician-scientist, is a global leader in precision medicine, particularly in utilizing N-of-1 data to identify, predict, and reverse aging-related disorders for optimal health. In 2005, she founded the Center for Precision Medicine & Health in NYC, pioneering a clinically proven, personalized approach to health care resembling a clinical trial. The Center integrates genomic, metabolomic, phenotypic, and digital health data to offer predictive analysis and actionable guidance. Dr. Comite's approach attracts a diverse clientele, from physicians and executives to celebrities and self-quantifying millennials. Her startup, GROQ Health™, digitizes and scales her unique precision medicine approach. Dr. Comite, a Yale School of Medicine graduate and faculty member for 25 years, holds a triple appointment in Endocrinology and Reproductive Endocrinology. She trained at the NIH and founded Women's Health at Yale in 1992. An accomplished author and speaker, Dr. Comite has published original research, contributed to editorial publications, and is the bestselling author of "Keep It." Connect with Dr. Florence Comite Website: https://florencecomite.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@drflorencecomite Twitter: https://twitter.com/@drflorencecomite LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drflorencecomite Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 137: SUSTAINED Weight Loss - Hidden Reasons You Are Not Losing Weight. Plus How To Have Less Gas, Bloating, and Constipation With Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (2:03) Weight loss and gut health (11:01) Weight loss resistance (17:11) Understanding blood sugar levels and inflammation (25:18) Proper nutrition to decrease inflammation (32:41) Digestive health and food sensitivities (45:13) Outro Who is Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer? Dr. Jessica Hehmeyer's life work is empowering individuals to create and sustain radical breakthroughs in health and vitality through educating patients, clients, and audiences on the targeted and science-based natural interventions of Functional Medicine. In her one-on-one counseling, she identifies the root cause of symptoms and conditions, employing food, botanicals, and lifestyle as medicine to tap into the body's tremendous ability to heal. As a speaker, she provides audiences with meaningful information and facilitates conversations that allow individuals to take immediate action to forward their commitment to health. In addition to her clinical, academic, and research-based knowledge, Dr. Hehmeyer understands the challenges people face when transforming decades-old habits. To this end, she walks individuals and audiences through a process to address the four fundamental aspects of producing and sustaining results: inspiration, information, strategy, and practice. Individuals and groups often seek her care and expertise for hypertension, elevated cholesterol, diabetes and pre-diabetes, sustained weight optimization, irritable bowel syndrome, general digestive distress, migraines, and autoimmune disorders. Dr. Hehmeyer received her doctorate in chiropractic medicine from National University of Health Sciences, Master of Science in human nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States, and Bachelor of Arts from University of California, Los Angeles. She is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP), a licensed dietitian nutritionist (LDN), and a certified nutrition specialist (CNS), and she has learned from various physicians at the forefront of Functional Medicine, including Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Tom O'Bryan, and Dr. Datis Kharrazian. Prior to attending graduate school, she established herself as an expert in the fitness industry as a certified yoga instructor and master level certified SuperSlow high intensity strength trainer. Dr. Hehmeyer was a founder and managing partner of the first high intensity personal strength training facility in Chicago, CityWide SuperSlow (CWSS). She continues to "practice what she preaches." In her spare time, you will find her doing yoga with her husband, hitting the weights at CWSS, or preparing a beautiful, healthy meal for loved ones. Connect with Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer: Website: https://www.wellempowered.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouWellEmpowered/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellempowered/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/wellempowered LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicahehmeyer/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 136: David Steinman - Author of "Raising Healthy Kids". Beware Of These Toxic Chemicals In Perfumes, Colognes, Deodorant, Body Wash, Shampoo, Toothpaste, Drinking Water, Shower Water, And More!
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (4:31) The beauty of being anti-toxic (11:29) Avoiding carcinogens in everyday products (20:59) Choosing healthy products to protect family's health (32:25) Health concerns and conscious shopping (37:29) Outro Who is David Steinman? David Steinman is the author and coauthor of the groundbreaking bestsellers Diet for a Poisoned Planet and The Safe Shopper's Bible and director of HLF. He was featured as one of the experts and activists in the HBO Max documentary Not So Pretty, directed by Amy Ziering and Kirby Dick. His investigative reporting and writing have won awards from Best of the West, California Newspaper Publishers' Association, Sierra Club, and the Green Book Festival. He is the publisher of HealthyLivinG Magazine and serves as director of the nonprofit Healthy Living Foundation, a public-interest environmental and consumer advocacy organization that takes legal action and litigates on behalf of consumers and the environment. Under his leadership, HLF has won major court and legal cases against brands such as Herbal Essences, Pantene, Chicken of the Sea, Bumble Bee, Alberto VO5, Trader Joe's, and Mrs. Meyers for selling products with high amounts of toxic chemicals that required their removal or labeling. Articles featuring or mentioning David's investigative work have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, Time, New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and USA Today, among other newspapers and magazines. He has appeared on CNN, Fox, and CNBC, and on local television stations throughout the United States and Canada. Connect with David Steinman: Website: https://davidwilliamsteinman.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bydavidsteinman Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidwsteinman Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl-Ey1iaFqOuIildv3ynwpQ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EP 135: Dr. John Lewis - 26 Year Strong & Fit Vegan Shares What He Eats & Why He Left Academia After An Alzheimer's Study That He Ran. Plus Why Polysaccharides Are So Important For Brain Health
Show notes: (5:28) Chronic disease as a national security issue (10:03) The nutritional impact of different diet types (19:21) Diet and nutrition perspectives (26:38) Understanding different types of sugars (32:45) The Importance of Polysaccharides in Nutrition (42:12) Significant cognitive improvement in Alzheimer's patients (51:58) Daily Brain Care and Brain Vitamins (57:03) Outro Who is Dr. John Lewis? Dr. John E. Lewis is past full-time associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and now remains as a voluntary associate professor in both Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Psychology. Dr. Lewis has been the principal investigator of multiple nutrition, dietary supplement, exercise training, and medical device studies in the last 2 decades. Much of his research has included investigating the effects of interventions on a wide variety of outcomes, including immune and cognitive functioning, inflammation, physical fitness, nutrient status, quality of life, and mental health, in healthy adults and in those with Alzheimer's, HIV, MS, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, diabetes, chronic pain, and GI disorders, among others. He has co-authored more than 180 peer-reviewed scientific articles, has mentored many undergraduate, graduate, and medical students in exercise, nutrition, and health promotion, and has been an invited speaker at multiple international and national conferences. Dr. Lewis earned both his B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Tennessee in business administration and human physiology, respectively. John has a Ph.D. from the University of Miami in educational and psychological studies. His Medical Wellness Training Expert Specialty areas and Speaking topics include: plant-based (vegan/vegetarian) nutrition; optimal nutrition for health, wellness, and performance; exercise programming – from weekend warriors to athletes; dietary supplementation for health and disease prevention; designing and conducting clinical research interventions; technical writing and professional publishing and presentation; and evaluation of research studies and data. In addition to his professional accomplishments, he is a former athlete and competitive body builder, who maintains a very rigorous exercise training regimen and has eaten a whole-food, plant-based diet for over 26 years. Connect with Dr. John Lewis: Website: https://www.drlewisnutrition.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnelewisphd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/John-E-Lewis/695847737/, https://www.facebook.com/people/Dr-Lewis-Nutrition/100085418756619/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlewisnutrition/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5xvuUBaSGsAuSo4ZxhNR0A Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 134: Dr. Mark Harper - Author of "Chill - The Cold Water Swim Cure". Evidence That Cold Immersion Provides Many Tangible Health Benefits From Chronic Pain, Depression, Arthritis, Anxiety, Migraines, And More!
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:12) The power of cold water immersion (10:11) Cold water immersion as a stress coping mechanism (12:20) The ideal temperature for cold water immersion (20:58) Cased studies and real-life scenarios on the benefits of cold water immersion (36:21) Outro Who is Dr. Mark Harper? Dr. Mark Harper, MD, PhD, is a consultant anesthetist at Sussex University Hospitals in the UK and Kristiansand in Norway. He is a leading expert in the prevention of hypothermia in surgical patients and the therapeutic uses of cold-water adaptation and open-water swimming. He has been featured in the BBC documentary The Doctor Who Gave Up Drugs, is a cocreator of Chill UK, a nonprofit committed to providing courses in cold-water swimming to improve mental health, and the director of Mental Health Swims. He lives in England and Norway. Connect with Dr. Mark Harper: Website: https://www.drmarkharper.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewildswimdoctor/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/mark-harper-60ab01141 Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 133: Dr. Jill Carnahan - Toxic Beauty Products, How To Know If You Have Mold In Your Home, & Using Functional Medicine To Find The Root Cause Of Issues And Identify Nutritional & Biochemical Imbalances
Show notes: [2:45] What started the journey to becoming a holistic healer [4:23] Resilience and high performance [7:01] Reframing views around difficulties, pain and suffering [11:32] Optimal performance and overcoming negative talk [24:18] Daily habits and mindset for success [29:25] Effects of mold and toxic load [38:36] Optimizing health through clean environment [44:38] Outro Who is Dr. Jill Carnahan? Dr. Jill Carnahan is Your Functional Medicine Expert® dually board certified in Family Medicine for 10 years and in Integrative Holistic Medicine since 2015. She uses functional medicine to help patients find the root cause of their illness and identify nutritional and biochemical imbalances that may be contributing to their symptoms. Dr. Jill will search for underlying triggers that contribute to your illness through cutting-edge lab testing and tailor the intervention to your specific individual needs. She uses nutrition, supplements, lifestyle changes, or medication to treat your illness, and always seeks the gentlest and least invasive way to help you find hope, restore health and optimize healing. She is the Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice with a broad range of clinical services, including functional medical protocols, nutritional consultations, chiropractic therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and massage therapy. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn's disease, and toxic mold illness, she brings a unique perspective to treating patients in the midst of complex and chronic illness. Her clinic specializes in searching for the underlying triggers that contribute to illness through cutting-edge lab testing and tailoring the intervention to specific needs. Connect with Dr. Jill Carnahan: Website: https://www.jillcarnahan.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillcarnahan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlatironFunctionalMedicine/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jillcarnahanmd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjillcarnahan Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 132: Dr. Aimie Apigian - Helping People Accelerate The Trauma Healing Journey Through Her Methodology Called "The Biology of Trauma". Dr. Aimie Is A Leading Medical Expert On How Life Experiences Get Stored In The Body.
Show notes: [5:47] The biology of trauma and healing [13:02] Understanding trauma in parenting [19:14] Healing trauma and chronic health issues [28:20] The path to healing past trauma [36:36] Reframing past outlook to achieve healing [44:06] Outro Who is Dr. Aimie Apigian? Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH, is a Board-Certified Preventive Medicine physician with a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Public Health. She is an author, speaker and founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated, LLC and Family Challenge Camps. After a few years in a general surgery residency in Portland, OR, Dr. Aimie decided to forge her career path as a Trauma, Attachment and Addiction Medicine Physician. She believes the healing journey can be accelerated through evidence-based tools and approaches to rewire the nervous system and the effects of chronic stress and trauma on the mind and body. Having both parented children with effects from attachment and trauma issues and then having her own health challenges from chronic stress and traumas, she is intensely invested on finding what actually works practically and how to restore the body to its highest potential for health optimizing the biology. In addition to her medical training, she is also a Functional Medicine physician and has training and certifications specifically in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition and genetics for addictions, mental health, and mood and behavioral disorders. She has a number of certifications in various trauma therapies including Instinctual Trauma Response Model (an art trauma therapy), Somatic Experiencing (developed by Dr. Peter Levine), and NeuroAffective Touch (Dr. Aline LaPierre). Dr. Aimie enjoys bridging the gap between what she sees happening in these trauma therapies and a person's biology and nervous system. She is the Founder and Director for Family Challenge Camps, a non-profit organization founded in 2011 providing an experiential transformative intensive for families with children with trauma and attachment issues. She now has founded Trauma Healing Accelerated to bring information and personal empowerment through online courses. She hosts summits on how to optimize the biology in those who want the next level to their health and performance. She has an active medical practice in California in Addiction Medicine and Concierge Functional Medicine. Connect with Dr. Aimie Apigian: Website: https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrAimieApigian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draimie/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draimie Twitter: https://twitter.com/draimie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimie-apigian Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 131: Light Therapy & Laser Therapy Pioneer Dr. Brandon Crawford Shares The Incredible Benefits Of Laser Therapy For Recovery From Strokes, Head Injuries, ADHD, Injuries, Autism, And More! Plus Other Light Hacking Tips To Maximize Your Mental & Physica
Show notes: [0:00] Intro [0:58] All about functional neurology [7:19] Developmental asynchrony and its correlated symptoms [13:16] Laser therapy for health and wellness [20:25] The importance of light for circadian biology [28:20] Early intervention is key for stroke and other types of injuries [39:50] Understanding pain and finding solutions [45:26] Outro Who is Dr. Brandon Crawford? Dr. Brandon Crawford, DC FIBFN-CND is a fellow of the International Board of Functional Neurology with a specialty in Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders. He founded and leads care at the Austin Center for Developing Minds in Cedar Park, TX. Brandon is also the founder and CEO of NeuroSolution, whose focus is selling laser therapy devices and educating doctors, therapists, and laypeople on various topics in healthcare. Dr. Crawford is also a managing partner of Legendary DC Consulting where he helps other practitioners achieve more optimal results by utilizing developmental functional neurology within their practice. Brandon is a managing partner for the NeuroSolution Center of Dubai and a similar clinic in the UK. Dr. Crawford serves on the medical advisory board for SNA Technologies and BrainTap. Dr. Crawford enjoys educating practitioners and has done this in various ways; most recently he has been a part of the Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders Courses led by Dr. Robert Melillo and is now involved in launching the NeuroSolution conferences across the nation. Dr. Brandon Crawford is dedicated to spreading the developmental functional neuroscience profession in order to achieve a larger impact on humanity. Currently, Brandon's main focus is on severe pediatric brain injuries and neurodevelopmental disorders. He is also an expert in laser and light therapy, specifically how to apply these modalities to the brain and nervous system. Brandon continues to develop new treatment strategies for various conditions to achieve a deeper level of healing for people all over the globe. Connect with Dr. Brandon Crawford: Website: https://www.drbrandoncrawford.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=8336954 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcrawforddc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bcrawforddc?s=20 Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 130: Creator Of Bio Emotional Healing Ashleigh Di Lello on How She Helps Her Clients Break Free Of Emotional Trauma, Limiting Beliefs, and Anxiety
Show notes: [0:00] Intro [0:53] Overcoming trauma and chronic illness [6:36] Exploring alternative medicine and healing journey [12:20] Struggling with chronic pain and desperation [14:04] All about the science of pain [19:48] The step-by-step process of bioemotional healing [25:46] Trauma as a factor that alters the nervous system [31:36] Turning pain into empowering healing [41:54] Outro Who is Ashleigh Di Lello? Ashleigh Di Lello is the founder & creator of Bio Emotional Healing®, a revolutionary method she uses to help clients around the world rewire their subconscious mind to finally break free from negative thoughts, behaviors, and emotions to thrive in their lives! After over 20 years of battling her chronic pain and illness, she started the journey to heal her body from the inside out. According to her doctors, she wouldn't live past her teenage years. Through her study of neuroscience, she was able to conquer her life-threatening illness to become an elite athlete, TV & Broadway star, entrepreneur, and speaker. Connect with Ashleigh Di Lello: Website: https://ashleighdilello.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleighdilello/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleighdilello/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ashleighdilello Podcast: Bioemotional Healing Podcast Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 129: "Healthy" Foods That Are High In TOXIC OXALATES That Could Be Making You Sick, With The Author Of "Toxic Superfoods" Sally K. Norton
Show notes: [0:00] Intro [1:25] Personal health struggles that led Sally to discover the dangers of toxic oxalates [6:13] What are oxalates and how does it affect one's health [14:09] Oxalate testing and its challenges [21:10] Common signs and symptoms of oxalate toxicity [30:21] How bad is oxalate poisoning [31:41] Oxalate levels and food swaps [42:46] Outro Who is Sally K. Norton? Sally K. Norton is a vitality coach, speaker, and health consultant. She received her bachelor's degree in nutritional science from Cornell University and her master's degree in public health from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She helps people learn to select nutritious, low-oxalate foods and build more energy, achieve faster healing, and experience better overall health. Connect with Sally K. Norton: Website: https://sallyknorton.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFpmJtV19QCyjzaC5U691-A LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/SallyKNorton/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeFreetoThrive/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BetterLowOx Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sknorton/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 128: The Worst & Best Foods To Decrease INFLAMMATION In Your Body. With Anti-Inflammatory Expert & Best Selling Author Of "Meals That Heal Inflammation" Julie Daniluk.
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (2:39) Healing inflammation through nutrition (5:13) Most common highly inflammatory foods that people consume daily (9:34) Different types of oils and their impact on inflammation (18:58) Most common anti-inflammatory food choices (23:55) The importance of blood sugar monitoring (28:43) Tips for people who love to eat out (34:38) Circadian rhythm fasting (38:58) Understanding food sensitivities, intolerances, and allergies (46:50) Where to find Julie (48:25) Outro Who is Julie Daniluk? Julie is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and host of Healthy Gourmet, a reality cooking show aired in over 70 countries. A highly sought-after anti-inflammatory health expert and speaker, she is the award-winning author of 4 bestselling books (two #1 National Bestsellers) and a two-time World Gourmand Cookbook Award recipient. After graduating from both The Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, she studied culinary arts at George Brown College, herbalism at Emerson Herbal College, and life coaching with Tony Robbins. Connect with Julie Daniluk: Website: https://www.juliedaniluk.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliedaniluknutrition/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliedaniluk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-daniluk-4823bb63/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5rDkDBPpg7nCTn64vga7oQ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 127: Dr. David G. Harper Shares The Scientifically Validated BIODIET That Can Help You Lose Weight, Reverse Diabetes, Lower Inflammation, Lower Your Risk Of Disease, And Improve Your Health
Show notes: (0:00) Intro (9:06) The connection between Ketogenic diet and chronic diseases (13:46) Impact of Ketogenic diets on overall health (20:16) Ketogenic diet as a balanced diet (22:50) Getting sugar off your diet (28:36) The immune system's fight against cancer (34:06) Diet and cholesterol levels (41:44) Four things to do to achieve nutritional ketosis (46:09) Diet and alcohol as important factors in chronic disease (55:12) How metabolic and neurologic problems can be resolved by Ketogenic diet (55:53) Where to find Dr. David G. Harper (57:29) Outro Who is Dr. David G. Harper? Dr. David G. (Dave) Harper is a science educator, researcher, and technology CEO. Educated from kindergarten to Ph.D. in BC, he is an advocate for education, science and technology, diversity and inclusiveness, environmental sustainability, and is passionate about the importance of critical reasoning and reasoned skepticism. He is the President and CEO of the Discovery Foundation, a registered charity that fosters the development and sustainability of the science and technology sector in BC, with a focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Dave holds a BSc. and Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia in mathematical biofluiddynamics and completed post-doctoral fellowships at the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole and the University of Cambridge in comparative physiology. He is an Associate Professor of Kinesiology at the University of the Fraser Valley, where he teaches courses in Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, and Contemporary Health issues. He is also UFV's Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. As a Visiting Scientist at the BC Cancer Research Centre, Terry Fox Lab, his current research focusses on the therapeutic benefits of ketogenic diets for women with metastatic breast cancer. He is on the Scientific Advisory Board of the Institute for Personalized Therapeutic Nutrition and is the author of BioDiet, an international bestseller about the therapeutic benefits of ketogenic diets and the new science of nutrition. Connect with Dr. David G. Harper: Guest links Website: https://www.biodiet.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-david-g-harper-692395a/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/dgharper Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 126: How Maggie Jones Survived Cancer After Being Given A 1% Chance Of Survival. Learn The Exact Diet & Lifestyle Changes She Implemented As Well As What She Learned & Wants Everyone To Know
Show notes: (1:35) Sharing of Maggie's cancer diagnosis and survival story (12:22) Ketogenic diet for cancer prevention and education (21:10) Exploring the nuances of different diets (31:44) The idea behind their documentary series (36:33) Where to find the docuseries (39:35) Where to find Brad and Maggie Jones (41:53) Relationship between genetic mutation and cancer risk (48:53) Outro Who is Maggie Jones? Maggie Jones is a stage 4 cancer thriver who credits metabolic therapies, along with conventional treatment, with miraculously prolonging her life, which she has now dedicated to raising awareness of metabolic therapies. She has over 20 years of media experience, most recently as Vice President of Newsroom Systems for South China Morning Post and Vice President of Product for Tribune Publishing and the Los Angeles Times. Connect with Maggie Jones Website: https://cancerevolution.film/, https://cancerv.me/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/cancerVme IG: https://www.instagram.com/cancerVme/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_HRXRDAjXgPXHZRiY-lIew LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjhk/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 125: Super Biohacker / BioTuner And Former Navy Seal Record Holder Shares How He Turned Back The Clock 20 Years. Plus 3 Incredible Health Hacks You've Never Heard Of. With Tony Molina
Show notes: (7:03) Epigenetics and DNA (14:21) Influencing genetics and creating autonomic anchors (22:53) Health benefits of breath holding and foot scraping (30:21) The value of eye convergence (34:34) Achieving acidosis through elevation training (39:50) Osteogenic loading as a longevity solution (48:09) Outro Who is Tony Molina? Tony stands among the most accomplished thought leaders in the contemporary biotuning movement. His experience across multiple modalities for performance, fitness and healthspan puts him at the forefront of his class. An Amphibious Reconnaissance Marine Team Leader in the first Gulf War during Operation Desert Storm, he rose as a U.S. Navy Diver and Navy Seal Obstacle Course record holder. Tony raced for 10 years on the elite professional expedition racing circuit producing life altering achievements during nonstop, 24 hours a day, grueling 300-to-500-mile courses in Mark Burnett's Global Eco Challenge Expedition Competitions and the Infamous Raid Gauloises held in remote locations such as the jungles of Malaysia, the high Atlas Mountains of Morocco, the steppes of Patagonia Argentina and on the glaciers and rivers of the South Island of New Zealand. Tony has helped thousands of people navigate the longevity space including Lykke Li, Peter Guber, Roma Downey and Mark Burnett and was a two-time presenter at the Tony Robbins Platinum Partnership. Tony founded the Arête Lifelab, the future of longevity biohacking and is the Senior Research and Development Specialist at Powerplate currently developing their newest product coined "The Ultimate Exercise Biohack". Annually, Tony conducts high altitude research on the Matterhorn, the Everest Region, Volcano Alley in South America and across the slopes of Kilimanjaro, discovering the rate limiting steps in human performance and how humans can address the diseases of our civilization. Connect with Tony Molina: Website: https://aretelifelab.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aretelifelab LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-molina-74504353 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2aXW_a5aDzbrFgUJqpg1-A Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 124: Dr. Roger Seheult (Who Has Over 1.5M YouTube Subscribers) Shares Easy Ways To Improve Your Health & Make Your Body More Resilient
Show notes: [3:52] Hormesis and natural healing techniques [13:43] The impact of technology on health [16:35] Optimal sun exposure and the use of supplements [23:08] The importance of turning the lights off at bedtime [28:25] Benefits of infrared saunas and cold plunging [33:21] Hydrotherapy and immunity [42:53] Outro Who is Roger Seheult? Dr. Seheult is currently an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine, and an Assistant Clinical Professor at the School of Medicine and Allied Health at Loma Linda University. Dr. Seheult is quadruple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. Roger's current practice is in Beaumont, California where he is a critical care physician, pulmonologist, and sleep physician at Optum California. He lectures routinely across the country at conferences and for medical, PA, and RT societies, is the director of a sleep lab, and is the Medical Director for the Crafton Hills College Respiratory Care Program. In 2012 he and Kyle Allred founded MedCram L.L.C., a medical education company with CME-accredited videos that are utilized by hospitals, medical schools, and hundreds of thousands of medical professionals from all over the world (and over 1 million YouTube Subscribers). His passion is promoting healthy lifestyles and regularly lectures to schools, hospitals, and media outlets. Dr. Seheult was the recipient of the 2021 San Bernardino County Medical Society's William L. Cover MD Award for Outstanding Contribution to Medicine and the 2022 United Health Group's The Sages of Clinical Service Award. In 2022, both Roger Seheult and Kyle Allred received the HRH Prince Salmon bin Hamad Al Khalifa Medical Merit Medal from the Kingdom of Bahrain for their contribution to health policy in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Connect with Roger Seheult: Website: https://www.medcram.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG-iSMVtWbbwDDXgXXypARQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-seheult-514147b8 Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 123: The PSYCHOLOGY Of Eating. If People Know What To Do Regarding Health, Then Why Aren't They Doing It? With Marc David, M.A.
Show notes: [1:10] How did Marc get interested in this type of work? [9:58] Figuring out your blind spots [12:58] Learning to ask the right types of questions [18:48] Marc's coaching method [27:51] For those who are constantly in stress response, here's Marc's advice [37:52] Resources and tools [41:00] Where can you find more of Marc [43:19] Outro Marc David, M.A., is the Founder and Primary Teacher of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating and the author of the bestselling books, Nourishing Wisdom and The Slow Down Diet. Marc holds a range of qualifications, including an M.A. of Psychology and a B.S. of Biology, and has participated in several Clinical Mind-Body Medicine programs, all of which have shaped his groundbreaking approach to food, body, and nutrition. His mission, in work and in life, is to help people create an empowered relationship with food and body, and learn to use their eating and health challenges as a pathway for transformation. Find Marc: Web: https://psychologyofeating.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatingpsychology FB: https://www.facebook.com/IPEfanpage LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-institute-for-the-psychology-of-eating/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 122: Dr. Erin Kinney - Stress Reset Expert & Naturopathic Doctor Helps Stressed Out People With Adrenal Fatigue Improve Their Mood, Balance Their Cortisol, & Increase Their Energy
Show notes: [0:40] How did Dr. Erin get into what she does today? [3:26] The difference between a naturopathic versus traditional doctor [4:30] Understanding stress and the body's response [14:17] All about cortisol and adrenal fatigue [18:56] On stress, diet, and exercise [29:10] Factors impacting exercise and hormone testing [32:48] Restoring balance in people's lives [40:24] Where to find more of Dr. Erin [41:35] Outro Dr. Erin Kinney is a Naturopathic Doctor, coach and speaker who helps her patients understand what is REALLY going on in their bodies so that they can take control of their health and get their life back on track. She is the founder of the Stress Reset Formula™. As a Naturopathic Doctor and coach, she helps stressed and burnt-out men and women with adrenal fatigue improve their mood, balance their thyroid, hormones or testosterone and cortisol, and increase their energy. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkinney Podcast: The Dr. Kinney Show Website: https://drerinkinney.com/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 121: With 102-YEAR-OLD Dr. Gladys McGarey. Author Of "The Well-Lived Life. A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets To Health And Happiness At Every Age"
Show notes: [0:57] Quick trip down memory lane [6:24] Discovering that we are interconnected with all that is living around us [11:11] The healing power of Love and the Five L's [19:46] Seeing beyond physical symptoms [28:43] What advice does Dr. Gladys have for those who want to live over 100 years old [33:46] Her advice for those who are struggling and those who can't find the bright side of things [40:26] Regret and finding life's purpose [44:30] How to find your "juice" in life [50:50] Where to find more of Dr. Gladys McGarey [53:07] Outro Gladys McGarey began her medical practice at a time when women couldn't even own their own bank accounts. Over the past sixty years, she has pioneered a new way of thinking about disease and health that has transformed how we imagine health care and self-care worldwide. The cofounder of the American Holistic Medical Association, Dr. McGarey has mentored everyone from Dr. Mark Hyman to Dr. Edith Eger and has helped hundreds of patients live happier and healthier lives. In a practical and inspiring voice, Dr. McGarey shares her own extraordinary stories and eternal wisdom from her early childhood in India and chance encounter with Mahatma Gandhi to her life as a physician and a mother of six children, to her survival of both heartbreak and illness. And she doesn't just look backward; she looks forward. At 102, Dr. McGarey has a ten-year plan and an eye on a healthier and more joyful future for all. Web: https://gladysmcgarey.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/begladmd/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 120: How You Are Breathing May Be Making You Sick! OXYGEN ADVANTAGE Author Patrick McKeown Shares The Right Way To Breathe For Optimal Health, Energy, & Recovery
Show notes: [1:30] The importance of nasal breathing [7:03] Breathing's impact on stress and pain [17:44] Sleep and mouth breathing [29:34] Recommended breathing practices [40:51] The Oxygen Advantage app [42:36] Breathing techniques for improved sleep and sleep quality [55:55] Where to find Patrick [57:27] Outro Who is Patrick McKeown? Patrick McKeown is the creator, CEO, and Director of Education and Training at Oxygen Advantage®, Director of Education and Training at Buteyko Clinic International, and President of Buteyko Professionals International. He is a leading international expert on breathing and sleep and the author of bestselling books, including The Oxygen Advantage. His focus — is to empower more people every day to breathe better, feel better, and achieve their potential. Patrick's interest in breath training began when he discovered the Buteyko Breathing Method at age 26. After a lifetime of asthma medication and inhalers, he found immediate relief from his symptoms and has remained asthma-free ever since. He traveled to Moscow, Russia, to learn from Dr. Konstantin Buteyko and was accredited to teach the Buteyko Method in 2002. Connect with Patrick: Website: https://oxygenadvantage.com/ https://buteykoclinic.com/ Grab a copy: https://amzn.to/470Ujb0 Download for free: https://oxygenadvantage.com/oa-breathing-app/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 119: Dr. Emily Balcetis - Author Of "Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See The World"
Show notes: [0:51] Her journey and how she got into the work she does today [7:44] Effective goal-setting strategies [13:07] Visual hacks and achieving goals [25:00] How do successful people see the world? [31:11] Visualizing and believing in personal goals [40:30] Where to find Dr. Balcetis [41:04] Outro Who is Dr. Emily Balcetis? Emily Balcetis, PhD, is an associate professor of psychology at New York University. She received her PhD from Cornell University in 2006 and is the author of more than seventy scientific publications. Her work has been covered by Forbes, Newsweek, Time, Telemundo, National Public Radio, Scientific American, The Atlantic, Cosmopolitan, and GQ. She has received numerous awards from the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences, the International Society for Self and Identity, the Foundation for Personality and Social Psychology, and the Society of Experimental Social Psychology. Balcetis has lectured at Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Stanford, Berkeley, and the University of Chicago, among other renowned institutions, and she delivered a TEDx New York talk that has been viewed by several million people. She lives in New York City with her husband and their son. Connect with Dr. Balcetis: FB: Emily Balcetis IG: @emilybalcetis Grab a copy: https://bit.ly/46Wtncr Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 118: Dr. Gary Kaplan Shares The Top Things That Cause Inflammation In Your Body & Your Brain And How To Address Them To Lower Inflammation, Increase Energy, & Strengthen Your Immune System
Show notes: [0:51] Dr. Kaplan's background and medical journey [12:42] Health and lowering inflammation [17:47] How cleaning up your diet affect your overall health [23:24] Heavy metals in the body [29:24] Water Contaminants, Mold Toxins, and Sleep [37:57] Where to find Dr. Kaplan [39:17] Outro Who is Dr. Gary Kaplan? Gary Kaplan, DO, is the founder and medical director of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine and the author of two books, Total Recovery: A Revolutionary New Approach to Breaking the Cycle of Pain and Depression (Rodale, 2014) and Why You Are Still Sick, How Infections Can Break Your Immune System & How You Can Recover (Callanan Publishers, 2022). A pioneer and leader in the field of integrative medicine, Dr. Kaplan is one of only 19 physicians in the country to be board-certified in both Family Medicine and Pain Medicine. Dr. Kaplan is also board-certified in Medical Acupuncture and has studied and practiced Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, and Emergency Medicine. In response to growing numbers of patients presenting with heavy metal toxicity, Dr. Kaplan received certification in the science and practice of chelation therapy from The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM). In 1985, Dr. Kaplan created the Kaplan Center to offer patients suffering from chronic pain and illness a more effective model of medical care. Utilizing a broad range of conventional and alternative medicine strategies, the Center's physicians, nurses, psychotherapists, nutritionists, acupuncturists, and physical therapists collaborate closely on patients' progress, sharing their insights and treatment recommendations to ensure the best outcome for each patient. This coordinated, multidisciplinary approach has proved to be highly effective — especially for patients suffering from complex and longstanding medical problems. Connect with Dr. Kaplan: Website: https://kaplanclinic.com/ Grab a copy: https://kaplanclinic.com/resources/books/why-you-are-still-sick/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 117: Birch Coffee Co-Founder Paul Schlader On Balancing Work, Health, & Homeschooling Kids. Plus His Hot-Cold Contrast Protocol That Drastically Improved His Recovery And What Getting Sober Did For His Life
Show notes: [1:25] How Paul started and how it took him to where he is now [8:36] Balancing health and business success [11:16] Meditation and its impacts [18:21] On family, personal growth, and wellness [25:54] Understanding Specialty Coffee [33:17] Outro Who is Paul Schlader? Paul is a certified Q-Grader, which is held by less than 1,000 people in the country, and it allows him to travel all over the world and score high-quality coffee, helping farmers earn the highest premiums for their products. He discovered his true love for coffee after he tasted an Ethiopian natural processed coffee back in 2008. His attention to detail and desire to always pursue product excellence have been the driving force behind his work over the last 14 years building Birch Coffee. Connect with Paul: Website: https://www.birchcoffee.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-schlader-52324a42/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 116: Dr. Leo Galland Shares How He Advises Patients With Long-Covid Plus Simple Steps To Protect Yourself From New Strains & Strengthen Your Immune System
Show notes: [1:28] Dr. Galland's journey in Functional Medicine [15:18] Beliefs, diet, and COVID severity [22:37] COVID, ACE2, and Nutrition [32:00] Polyphenols for COVID-19 prevention [41:45] Where to find Dr. Galland [45:58] Outro Who is Dr. Leo Galland? Dr. Galland is a pioneer in studying the impact of intestinal microbes (the gut microbiome) and intestinal permeability ("leaky gut") on health and disease. He has received international recognition for developing innovative nutritional therapies to treat autoimmune, inflammatory, allergic, infectious, and gastrointestinal disorders and has described his work in numerous scientific articles and textbook chapters. A graduate of Harvard University and New York University School of Medicine, Dr. Galland is board-certified in internal medicine. He is listed among the Leading Physicians of the World and America's Top Doctors. In 2017, Dr. Galland was awarded the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who's Who. He is on the medical advisory board of The Global Lyme Alliance. Dr. Galland has received the Linus Pauling Award from the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) for developing basic principles of Functional Medicine. In 2021, he was invited by IFM to review his professional medical odyssey, his approach to patient care, and his vision for the future in "30 Years of Functional Medicine, Looking Back and Looking Ahead." Connect with Dr. Galland: Website: https://drgalland.com/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 115: Childhood Obesity Expert Dr. Michael Goran Shares Strategies To SUGAR PROOF Your Kids And Improve Childhood Health
Show notes: [1:33] How did he get involved in the work he does now? [4:51] What change did he see in the way children are fed over the years? [6:14] The different types of sugars [17:28] The importance of water [19:17] Ways to sugar-proof kids [32:07] Exploring alternative sweeteners [43:32] Where to find Dr. Goran [44:26] Outro Who is Dr. Michael Goran? Dr. Goran is a Professor of Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. He is Program Director for Diabetes and Obesity at The Saban Research Institute and holds the Dr. Robert C. and Veronica Atkins Endowed Chair in Childhood Obesity and Diabetes. Dr. Goran also serves as Co-Director of the USC Diabetes and Obesity Research Institute. Dr. Goran is a native of Glasgow, Scotland, and received his Ph.D. from the University of Manchester, UK (1986) prior to postdoctoral training in the US (1987 to 1991). He previously served on the faculty of Medicine at the University of Vermont (1991 to 1994), and the Department of Nutrition Sciences at UAB (1994 to 1999) prior to joining USC in 1999. Connect with Dr. Goran: Website: https://www.sugarproofkids.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/sugarproofkids/?hl=en Grab a copy: https://amzn.to/46tzxR1 Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 114: How Your BELIEFS Affect Your Health. Discovering Your Limiting Beliefs & How To Change Them With Christina Woods
Show notes: [1:59] The unconscious mind's influence on behavior [10:42] The power of rewiring limiting beliefs [24:02] How does hypnotherapy break habits and beliefs? [36:51] Where to find Christina [38:33] Outro Who is Christina Woods? Christina Woods is an Empowerment Coach and Rapid Transformational Therapist! She helps high-functioning women crush self-doubt and become unstoppable. To be totally free of self-sabotaging behavior and step into their true authentic selves. She is the CEO and Founder of Wise Woods Hypnotherapy and Coaching Connect with Christina: Website: https://www.wisewoods.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/wisewoodshypnotherapy/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 113: How To REFRAME Your Thoughts, Words, & Actions So That They Best Serve You. With International Peak Performance Mindset Coach Daniel Lawson. Plus Finding "Your Most Important Thing" In Life.
Show notes: [2:45] What's Daniel's background, and how did he get to where he is now? [7:35] How does he help his clients with time freedom? [16:16] Reframing time mindset for personal growth [23:01] What thought processes do he and his clients use? [31:07] Importance of the mind, heart, and soul [38:55] Protecting the mind and setting boundaries [42:09] Where to find Daniel [47:01] Outro Who is Daniel Lawson? Not just a man but a powerhouse of transformation and personal development. His journey in the realm of psychology, combined with a plethora of mindset coaching practices, has armed him with a unique toolbox to guide high achievers towards their peak potential. A proud alumnus of the International Coaching Institute, Daniel is not just a participant but a perpetual student of life. His relentless pursuit of excellence has earned him top accreditations from the International Coach Guild, a testament to his commitment and prowess in the field of transformational coaching. Daniel's mastery isn't limited to a single modality. His repertoire includes the powerful practices of Meta Dynamics, Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), and more. His approach to personal development isn't merely a task; it's life's greatest adventure, an exhilarating journey into the self to unearth and rewrite the scripts that have held you captive from your ultimate self. Connect with Daniel: Website: https://www.parallaxxtransformations.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-lawson-67438662/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/DanielLawson13/ IG: https://instagram.com/daniel.lawson__ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 112: Dr. Stephan Van Vliet Studies The Nutrient Density Of Grass Fed vs. Grain Fed Meat And Plant Based Meat. Plus Organic vs. Non-Organic And The Benefits Of Regenerative Farming
Show notes: [1:15] How it started for Dr. Stephan [2:48] Understanding regenerative agriculture and grass-fed meat [8:22] Grass-fed vs. grain-fed [20:13] On plant-based meat vs. beef [24:29] Benefits of agroecology [38:16] More resources on agroecology [42:42] Outro Who is Dr. Stephan Van Vliet? Dr. Stephan van Vliet is a nutrition scientist with metabolomics expertise at the Utah State University Center for Human Nutrition Studies. Stephan earned his Ph.D. in Kinesiology as an ESPEN Fellow from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and received training at the Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. van Vliet's research is performed at the nexus of agricultural and human health. He routinely collaborates with farmers, ecologists, and agricultural scientists to study critical linkages between sustainable agriculture, the nutrient density of food, and human health. His work has been published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Scientific Reports, The Journal of Nutrition, and The Journal of Physiology. Connect with Dr. Stephan: Twitter: https://twitter.com/vanvlietphd Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 111: Spiritual Secrets For A Better Life. How The Wisdom And Concepts Of Kabbalah Had A Profound Impact On My Life. With World-Renowned Kabbalah Teacher David Ghiyam
Show notes: [1:07] Kabbalah and spiritual growth [8:33] Transforming reactive to proactive behavior [16:41] Overcoming doubt and transforming relationships [25:41] The power of prayer and transformation [31:43] Outro Who is David Ghiyam? David Ghiyam was first introduced to the study of Kabbalah as a teenager. As he grew up, his natural insightfulness and unrelenting desire to master the tools of Kabbalah helped him cope with numerous challenges. Although David is, by all accounts, a successful, self-made millionaire who hit his first six figures at the age of 15, he – like all of us – has encountered struggles in life that have threatened his feelings of stability, safety, and happiness. Yet, throughout it all, David applied his understanding of Kabbalah to accomplish his heart's intent. Today, David is on a mission to bring the wisdom of Kabbalah to as many people as possible. He is a catalyst for helping people see that abundance and fulfillment begin on the inside with a strong spiritual practice. With more than 15 years of experience teaching Kabbalah classes around the globe, David is recognized as one of the leading Kabbalah teachers in the world. David currently resides in California with his wife and children. Connect with David: Website: https://go.kabbalah.com/ Join his program: https://go.kabbalah.com/#order-menu Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 110: Hormone Replacement Therapy & Peptides For Men & Women. Prescription Weight Loss Injections And More! With Josh and Katy Whalen
Show notes: [0:35] What's their background, and how did they start in the industry? [3:28] The impact of hormone therapy [8:04] Hormone therapy vs. peptides [15:36] On weight loss and hormone therapy [22:15] Testosterone replacement therapy and how it affects the body [27:15] What are the most common peptides that people use? [33:04] Where to find Josh and Katy [34:55] Outro Who are Josh and Katy Whalen? Josh and Katy Whalen are the founders of peptide and hormone therapy brands Blokes Modern Men's Health and Joi Women's Wellness. They are a dynamic husband and wife duo, but a few years ago, they found their marriage being impacted as Josh was feeling himself slow down, not having as much energy, and feeling old, for lack of a better word - and Katy, on the other hand, was trying to build a family. Josh took the initiative at Katy's nudging to take control of his health and wellness as he wanted to be present for Katy and their future family. Josh discovered the greatness of peptides and hormone health and had to share it with the world. Katy soon followed as she saw Josh's amazing results and loved how they made her feel after giving birth to their two beautiful kiddos after a complex fertility journey. This is how Blokes and Joi were born, to help people reclaim their wellness journey and never settle when it comes to their health. With Blokes and Joi, Josh and Katy are building a community for both men and women to find their answers and support for holistic health. Connect with Josh and Katy Website: https://blokes.co/ https://choosejoi.co/ IG: https://instagram.com/getblokes/ https://instagram.com/joiwomenswellness/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 109: Holistic OB-GYN Shares His Experience From Witnessing Over 1,000 Child Births. Plus Why He Left Traditional Medicine And Why He Is An Advocate Of At Home Births. With Nathan Riley, MD
Show notes: [1:37] How did he shift from his medical background to what he does now? [6:47] What are the differences between home and hospital births? [14:32] What exactly are midwives? [18:45] What are the most important things to having successful births? [23:41] What is a good postpartum support? [28:30] How long should a breastfeeding duration be? [35:37] When to consider having a C-section? [41:29] What's his advice for women's health in general? [44:15] Where to find Nathan [47:06] Outro Who is Dr. Nathan Riley? Nathan Riley, MD, is a board-certified OB-GYN and fellow of ACOG who left the medical industrial complex due to his disillusionment with the "standard of care" within the conventional maternity care model. This was hard because "going with the flow" of hospital-based practice was providing him with financial security. On the other hand, standing in his truth from having sat with over 1,000 births and connecting with women and their families has provided him a lifestyle more in alignment with fatherhood, deepening his connection with his wife and caring for people in the way that he had anticipated long before stepping into practice. Dr. Riley now focuses his time on upholding the traditional practice of midwifery. He supports midwives as a collaborative physician for midwives of all varieties in over twenty states. He is an advocate for home births and still attends births for those in need. He boasts a c-section rate of His mission is to uphold midwifery as the art that it is and to honor birth as a sacred process and the transition to parenthood as a spiritual transformation. Dr. Riley empowers women to have babies on their own terms, using nature as our guide. He helps fathers embrace the opportunity to connect with birth and their partners through pregnancy and birth, encouraging them to go deeper versus distancing themselves from this stigmatized but magical rite of passage. Dr. Riley is the father of two, the second of whom was born at home, and he is proudly married to his high school sweetheart. In his spare time, he walks in the woods, makes Dad jokes, paints, and drinks coffee with amazing people. Connect with Dr. Riley Website: https://www.belovedholistics.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/nathanrileyobgyn/ Listen to his podcast: https://www.belovedholistics.com/podcast Join the Born Free Method Mastermind: https://www.bornfreemethod.com/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 108: INNER GAME Secrets To Achieve Your Optimal Health, Happiness, And Reach Your Full Potential. With Best Seling Author Dr. Kien Vuu
Show notes: [1:11] What's Dr. Kien's journey to where he is now? [8:49] When the worst thing becomes the best thing to happen to you [12:31] On leaving your old self and stepping into the new you [17:23] How does your emotional imbalance impact your health? [20:48] How should people deal with negative energy? [26:02] On Thrive State [29:18] Why can't people break the habit? [31:32] How does he practice changing his state? [35:47] Where to learn more about Dr. Kien [37:53] Outro Who is Kien Vuu? Dr. Kien Vuu, affectionately known as "Doctor V," is a testament to the resilience and the power of the human spirit has overcome significant challenges as an infant refugee and personal health obstacles later in life. Today, Doctor V champions optimal health, happiness, and human potential, making him a sought-after speaker by Fortune 500 companies, professional sports teams, and association meetings from all industries. An assistant professor of Health Sciences at UCLA, Doctor V specialized in Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology before seeking additional training in nutrition, personal development, spirituality, and performance and longevity medicine. He also earned board certification from the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. As the founder of VuuMD Performance and Longevity and #1 best-selling author of THRIVE STATE, Doctor V advises a diverse clientele, including professional athletes, executives, celebrities, and organizations, on achieving sustained wellness and peak performance. Doctor V shares his expertise as a health media expert, keynote speaker, and workshop facilitator at prominent events, including engagements with Whole Foods, Bank of America, and JP Morgan. He has also appeared on platforms like ABC News, TEDx, The Doctors, and Access Hollywood, empowering others to activate the biology of longevity and human potential within themselves. Connect with Dr. Kien Website: https://thrivestatelaunch.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctorvmd/?hl=en Grab a copy: https://amzn.to/47BMUjA Thrive State Podcast: https://apple.co/3qG58Qo Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 107: All About Gut Health. Are Beans Good Or Bad For Your Gut? Are Probiotics Necessary? With Holistic Health Coach Unique Hammond
Show notes: [0:54] How her interest in health developed and led her to her current position [3:28] Then and now [14:04] The bean protocol [17:48] Diving deeper into the types of beans [21:12] On losing weight [25:44] What does breakfast look like for Coach Unique [29:47] The biggest culprits that are ruining people's gut health [32:48] On probiotics [37:32] Favorite fermented food and fiber [41:57] Outro Who is Unique Hammond? Unique Hammond is a Holistic Nutrition Practitioner, an Integrative Health Coach, Bean Protocol Specialist, and Author of Your Tastebuds are A**holes. Her approach to whole-body-health came after years of feeling unwell — she had hit rock bottom. Dismal medications and scary surgeries were not for her, so she tried everything she hadn't: trusting her gut. She healed herself through food and respecting her body. And she's ready to help you, too. Connect with Coach Unique Web: https://www.youregreat.com/ You're Great with Unique Hammond Podcast: https://apple.co/3KC2r8Y IG: @uniquehammond More ways here: https://linktr.ee/uniquehammond Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 106: LIGHT HACKING For Energy, Motivation, Sleep, and Hormones. Sunlight Timing, LED Lights, Blue Light Blocking Glasses, Circadian Rhythm and More! With Roudy Nassif
Show notes: [1:19] How did he get into studying the impact of light on health? [8:44] How Einstein's E=mc2 changed how he looked at light [16:24] The benefits of morning sun to people's overall health [24:37] Is there a difference between the light from candles or fire and LED lights? [30:17] On the different blue light blocking glasses in the market [40:02] Wearing sunglasses and how it affects the body [44:26] On VivaRays' blue light blocking glasses [48:32] Where to find Roudy and their blue light blocking glasses [51:55] Outro Who is Roudy Nassif? Roudy is an engineer, health entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of VivaRays. He helps health coaches, entrepreneurs, and business owners sleep better, enhance their cognition and sharpness, have more energy and focus, and become more productive with tools and strategies to maximize healthy light while eliminating junk light from their eyes. Roudy has educated more than 150 functional medicine and naturopathic doctors about the power of light while helping them optimize their personal and patients' well-being. He taught us so much about light exposure, healthy light, and junk light. Learn more about Roudy: Website: https://vivarays.com/ Use code "buypeakperformance" for 10% OFF at www.VivaRays.com Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 105: Mental Models That Make People Sick. Exploring The Gut-Mind Connection & The Mind-Body Connection With Dr. Chanu Dasari and Talor Zamir
Show notes: [1:42] What are the differences between a medical doctor and a health coach [8:52] On trauma awareness [11:27] Where to find Dr. Chanu [15:25] What are the common things he sees in his patients in terms of trauma? [22:35] On unmet needs and taking care of oneself [36:04] The importance of forgiveness of self [42:08] Outro Who is Dr. Chanu Dasari? Dr. Dasari's clinical career extends to distinguished institutions around the world, such as Vanderbilt University, Oxford University (UK), and the University of California. His original research has been published in top peer-reviewed scientific journals and adopted by the US Department of Health (HHS) for wide-scale implementation. His impact has also been recognized by ABC, Good Morning America, NPR, Clinton Foundation, Fox News, and MTV. Additionally, Dr. Dasari is board-certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties, American College of Surgeons, and is a qualified, licensed medical practitioner by the National Board of Medical Examiners and Federation of State Medical Boards. He has additional training on the DaVinci surgical robot, certification in Acute Trauma Life Support, and serves on committees for patient safety and quality improvement. The clinic is equipped for virtual consultations and telemedicine visits. Learn more about Dr. Dasari: Website: https://dasarimd.com/ Sign up for a discovery call: https://www.mgiclinic.com/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 104: The Psychology Of Weight Loss With Celebrity Weight Loss Expert Liz Josefsberg
Show notes: [0:53] How did she get to where she is today? [5:12] What's the difference between people who lose weight and those who sustain them? [11:03] What are the benefits of having a community in losing weight? [15:18] What's the psychology of losing weight? [20:53] The belief systems that people have around weight loss [28:22] On prescription weight loss drugs [33:09] How does she work with people who are under stress? [42:00] Where to find Liz [43:39] Outro Who is Liz Josefsberg? A 15-year veteran of the weight-loss industry who lost — and kept off — 65 pounds herself, Liz coached a diverse clientele of high-profile health-seekers over the years. She has also coached thousands of others, everyone from stay-at-home moms to office jockeys. Along the way, she's learned what works — and what doesn't — when it comes to lasting weight loss and wellness. As the founder of Target100, Liz has streamlined the weight-loss and wellness process. She shows how to adjust it to fit your lifestyle – wherever you are in your journey. She personalizes the program so that it works for you. Like Liz, Target100 is warm and no-nonsense, encouraging, and informative. It's a holistic and revolutionary wellness program with a simple mantra: You don't need to be perfect to lose weight. You don't need to transform yourself into someone you're not. You can lose weight for good and feel good with the world's most personal and flexible weight loss and wellness program. Learn more about Liz: Website: https://target100.net/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 103: Women's Health With Holistic Health Coach Katie Bressack. Weight Loss, Bloating, Protein Intake, Periods, Menopause, And More!
Show notes: [1:15] How did she get into the work she does? [6:10] What are the common issues her clients face? [12:16] What are foods she recommends to eat or avoid? [15:27] Her thoughts on having coffee on an empty stomach? [20:46] Effects of intermittent fasting on women [23:17] How can women manage their periods better? [30:40] The three S's [33:26] How can people get better sleep? [37:37] On weightloss [42:04] What's her advice for women in menopause and pre-menopause? [44:25] Where to find Katie [45:01] Outro Who is Katie Bressack? Katie Bressack is a board-certified holistic health coach supporting busy women with nutrition and wellness counseling with a specialty in hormonal health, such as painful periods, PCOS, heavy/irregular periods, amenorrhea and thyroid imbalances, post-birth control, pre/postnatal and preparing for pregnancy. Katie also helps women transition through perimenopause and menopause. Katie also partners with businesses to improve the company's culture with corporate wellness programs. Learn more about Katie: Website: https://katiebressack.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/KatieBressack IG: https://instagram.com/katiebressack Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
EPI 102: How To Stay Physically Fit And Energized At 58 Years Old. With Best Selling Author, Nutrition & Fitness Expert Brad Kearns
Show notes: [1:04] Age is not just a number [4:41] The risk of injury [13:18] Playing the balancing act to stay fit [16:22] What is Brad's workout routine? [26:27] On fruits and his protein intake [33:28] The optimal amount of protein for health [41:21] What are his go-to meals and supplements? [47:50] Where to find Brad [49:15] Outro Who is Brad Kearns? Brad Kearns, 58, is a New York Times bestselling author, Guinness World Record-setting professional Speedgolfer, #1 USA-ranked Masters age 55-59 track&field high jumper in 2020, and former national champion and #3 world-ranked professional triathlete. He has written twenty books on diet, health, peak performance, and ancestral living and is a popular speaker, retreat host, and face of the Primal Blueprint online multimedia educational courses. In 2017, The Keto Reset Diet became a New York Times bestseller and briefly ranked as the #1 overall bestselling book on amazon.com. Brad hosts the B.rad podcast, covering healthy living, peak performance, and personal growth with his carefree style and lively sense of humor. He promotes the idea of pursuing peak performance with passion throughout life. The podcast features a mix of interviews with world-leading experts and brief "Breather" shows from Brad with practical tips and strategies. Brad's signature morning regimen is a challenging flexibility/mobility/core and leg strengthening routine, followed by a cold plunge in Lake Tahoe to build focus, discipline, and a natural hormonal boost. Brad has two children, Jack and Maria. He is married to Elizabeth, and they live in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Learn more about Brad: Website: https://bradkearns.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bradkearnsjumphigh/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/bradkearns1/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bradkearns Listen to his podcast: https://bradkearns.com/podcast-index/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram