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I’m delighted to have Vic Riffel joining me for a two-part series. Vic is a central figure in the Partner Team at Sunlighten, a leading producer of infrared saunas. Infrared saunas have moved from a niche wellness trend to something you’ll find in gyms, spas, and many homes. In Part 1 today, Vic and I discuss the science, exploring what infrared is, how infrared saunas differ from traditional saunas, and what it actually feels like to sit in one. We also discuss the health benefits of infrared saunas, explain which ones are backed by solid science, and which are still being studied. How to start using an infrared sauna: Start slowly, with lower heat   Pay attention to how your body responds and adjust the heat intensity accordingly. If you don't sweat easily, build up gradually and give your body time to develop that response Work toward using the sauna two to three times a week, and eventually three to four times a week  Bio:  Vic Riffel is a central figure on the Partner Team at Sunlighten, a leading producer of infrared saunas. Deeply connected to health and wellness, Vic leads initiatives that widen access to infrared therapy and facilitate collaborations with top wellness experts. These partnerships highlight the significant health benefits of infrared therapy and foster a holistic approach to wellness, delivering expert insights directly to consumers. Beyond work, Vic is dedicated to supporting generational health changes, actively championing projects as board chair of Small Changes Big Shifts to promote whole-person health. In this episode: Why an infrared sauna heats the body differently from a traditional sauna The different infrared wavelengths and what each one does for the body How infrared saunas can provide results similar to a passive cardio workout How infrared sauna use can help reduce inflammation and improve circulation Why consistency matters more than heat intensity when using a sauna What to look for when choosing an infrared sauna Links and Resources: Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YourLongevityBlueprint.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October.Guest Social Media Links: Vic Riffel Relative Links for This Show: Use this link to get up to $2,100 off + FREE shipping for Sunlighten saunas ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code CREATINE to get 10% off Creatine ⁠⁠⁠https://yourlongevityblueprint.com/product/glutathione-60-ct/ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast

Welcome to the first episode of Season 7 of the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast!  One week from today, on Tuesday, September 29th, my third book, Your Hormone Blueprint: Optimizing Vitality and Longevity Through Integrative and Functional Medicine, is coming out.  Stay tuned as I talk about my book, share the argument at its heart, and walk you through what I truly want every woman and every man to understand about their bodies. How to build a strong foundation before considering HRT: Start with good nutrition — Make sure you’re getting the vitamins, minerals, and omega-3s your body needs to use hormones effectively.  Keep your bowels regular — Regular elimination helps your body clear hormones it no longer needs.  Support healthy liver function — Consider factors such as alcohol, medications, and environmental toxins that can place an additional burden on the liver.  Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP-C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable, optimal health and longevity.  A nurse practitioner since 2009, Dr. Gray completed her doctorate focusing on estrogen metabolism from the University of Iowa in 2011 and holds a Master's in Metabolic Nutritional Medicine from the University of South Florida's Medical School. Dr. Gray is one of the Midwest's most credentialed female healthcare providers. She completed an Advanced Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine in 2013 and became Iowa's first BioTe certified provider—now the state's only platinum provider with over 10,000 pellet placements. She is also certified as a SIBO doctor-approved practitioner, mold-literate provider, and ReCODE 2.0 practitioner for cognitive decline prevention. An Amazon best-selling author, Dr. Gray wrote Your Longevity Blueprint and Your Fertility Blueprint, and hosts the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast. She co-founded Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals with her husband, Eric. After her own ten-year fertility journey, she now specializes in helping couples optimize reproductive health through functional medicine. Having lost her grandmother to vascular dementia, she is personally committed to helping families avoid cognitive decline. Dr. Gray founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: How my personal health challenges shaped my latest book I explain how estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid hormones, and the adrenals contribute to keeping the body functioning well Why I view hormone optimization as part of a longevity strategy What the Women’s Health Initiative actually tested, and how its findings shaped attitudes toward HRT How the optimal lab ranges I use in my practice differ from conventional lab reference ranges Why symptoms such as hot flashes are clues rather than a diagnosis, and why two women with the same symptoms may require very different approaches What patients should know about the preservatives, dyes, fillers, and other ingredients in their hormone prescriptions Three foundational aspects to address before opting for HRT  How to identify whether your hormone prescription is bioidentical or synthetic Links and Resources: Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at ⁠⁠⁠⁠YourLongevityBlueprint.com⁠⁠⁠⁠, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October. Social Media Links: @stephaniegraydnp Relative Links for This Show: Your Hormone Blueprint: Optimizing Vitality and Longevity Through Integrative and Functional Medicine by Dr Stephanie Gray (Amazon) Your Hormone Blueprint: Optimizing Vitality and Longevity Through Integrative and Functional Medicine by Dr. Stephanie Gray (Your Longevity Blueprint) Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast

I’m excited to have Povilas Sabaliauskas, the CEO of Pulsetto, joining me for Part 2 of a two-part series. In Part 1, Povilas explained what the vagus nerve is and how it acts as a necessary mental toothbrush for us. In Part 2 today, he discusses the Pulsetto device itself, the different models, and how it helps to boost hormones, reduce stress, and improve sleep.  Stay tuned until the end, where he offers a discount code so you can try the Pulsetto out for yourself. How to Maximize the Benefits of the Pulsetto  Use it twice daily  Use it consistently, as the benefits increase over time Do a session before bed for better sleep  Monitor your HRV, stress, and sleep with a wearable device to track your progress Bio: Povilas Sabaliauskas Povilas Sabaliauskas is the co-founder and CEO of Pulsetto, one of the fastest-growing wellness tech companies in the world.  A leader in non-invasive neuromodulation, Pulsetto is redefining how we approach stress, sleep, and recovery — through wearable vagus nerve stimulation backed by science and loved by high-performers around the globe.  With a background in tech and performance coaching, Povilas has become a passionate advocate for making cutting-edge wellness tools accessible to everyone — not just elite athletes or clinical patients.  Under his leadership, Pulsetto has partnered with leading researchers, completed clinical trials, and grown to over 100,000 users across Europe and the U.S. Povilas brings a unique mix of business strategy, biohacking curiosity, and real-world stress recovery insights — making him a fresh voice in the growing world of neuromodulation and mental resilience. In this episode: How 30 days of consistent Pulsetto use can reduce cortisol levels by almost 50% First-time Pulsetto users often report deeper sleep and vivid dreams How athletes use the Pulsetto to reduce pre-event stress and support their recovery Early data suggest that the Pulsetto can reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure The importance of using the Pulsetto daily to achieve noticeable results The benefits of wearable devices for tracking the effects of the Pulsetto How vagal stimulation can help manage insulin spikes Links and Resources: Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at ⁠⁠⁠YourLongevityBlueprint.com⁠⁠⁠, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber⁠ Use code TURMERIC to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠TURMERIC⁠ Calocurb Clinical — Appetite & Craving SupportA practitioner-exclusive, plant-based supplement designed to enhance your body’s natural fullness signals (GLP-1 and PYY), helping reduce cravings and calorie intake. Available only through clinics such as the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic.Visit us or order here: ⁠https://ihhclinic.com/⁠ Guest Social Media Links: ⁠Povilas Sabaliauskas on LinkedIn⁠  ⁠Pulsetto Device on YouTube⁠  ⁠YouTube: Immediate Relief from Stress & Burnout with Pulsetto and CEO Povilas Sabaliauskas⁠ ⁠YouTube: How to Reduce Stress and Calm Your Nervous System in Just 4 Minutes using a New Device⁠ Relative Links for This Show: ⁠Use the code Dr. Stephanie Gray for 10% off⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Twitter⁠| ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  On ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast

I’m excited to have Povilas Sabaliauskas, the CEO of Pulsetto, joining me for a two-part series. I truly believe that the Pulsetto is the best vagus nerve stimulator on the market. Today, in Part 1, Povilas explains what the vagus nerve is and how it acts as a necessary mental toothbrush for us. The Benefits of Vagus Nerve Stimulation Helps the body shift from fight-or-flight to relaxation Enhances sleep quality and supports faster recovery Builds long-term stress resilience  Calms the nervous system and promotes mental well-being  Bio: Povilas Sabaliauskas Povilas Sabaliauskas is the co-founder and CEO of Pulsetto, one of the fastest-growing wellness tech companies in the world.  A leader in non-invasive neuromodulation, Pulsetto is redefining how we approach stress, sleep, and recovery — through wearable vagus nerve stimulation backed by science and loved by high-performers around the globe.  With a background in tech and performance coaching, Povilas has become a passionate advocate for making cutting-edge wellness tools accessible to everyone — not just elite athletes or clinical patients.  Under his leadership, Pulsetto has partnered with leading researchers, completed clinical trials, and grown to over 100,000 users across Europe and the U.S. Povilas brings a unique mix of business strategy, biohacking curiosity, and real-world stress recovery insights — making him a fresh voice in the growing world of neuromodulation and mental resilience. In this episode: Why the vagus nerve is called the highway to health  How the vagus nerve controls the body’s ability to switch between stress and relaxation How electrical stimulation can help the body to switch from fight-or-flight to rest-and-digest  How vagus nerve stimulation boosts stress resilience, sleep quality, and recovery How daily practices can train your body to handle stress more effectively How the Pulsetto device acts like a mental toothbrush to reset the brain Links and Resources: Try Halo (Salt) Therapy for respiratory and skin health. Call 319-363-0033 to schedule your session. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber⁠ ⁠⁠Sinus Support⁠ Guest Social Media Links: ⁠Povilas Sabaliauskas on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Pulsetto Device on YouTube⁠  ⁠YouTube: Immediate Relief from Stress & Burnout with Pulsetto and CEO Povilas Sabaliauskas⁠ ⁠YouTube: Interview with Nick Engerer from A Longer Life and Povilas Sabaliauskas from Pulsetto⁠  ⁠YouTube: How to Reduce Stress and Calm Your Nervous System in Just 4 Minutes using a New Device⁠ Relative Links for This Show: ⁠Use the code Dr. Stephanie Gray for 10% off⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Twitter⁠| ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  On ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠

Did you know that raising your love hormone, also known as oxytocin, is a key way to improve your health, hormones, and longevity? The Girlfriend Doctor, Dr. Anna Cabeca, joins me to talk about happy hormones, sexual health, and her Keto-Green way of living. How to Increase Your Oxytocin Practice Gratitude Journaling Make Time for Laughter and Play Have Great Sex Enjoy Time with Your Friends Do Any Activity that Brings you Joy  About Dr. Anna Cabeca: ⁠Dr. Anna Cabecca⁠ is The Girlfriend Doctor. She is a triple-board certified, Emory University trained, OB/GYN.  She speaks from experience. She has risen from her own ashes of personal tragedy that spiraled into depression from not one but two rounds of menopause, weight gain, hair loss, and many other debilitating symptoms.  Her journey led her around the world to learn about true health and natural healing.  Dr. Anna came away empowered with the knowledge that modern medical training and research, combined with time-tested wisdom and remedies, will yield indisputable results. Dr. Anna is the author of two best-selling books: The Hormone Fix, a groundbreaking holistic lifestyle program for menopausal women, and Keto-Green 16, a comprehensive nutritional plan to staying healthy and slim, at any age. She has also spent years developing and perfecting a complete suite of life-changing products and programs.  Everything Dr. Anna develops is part of her own daily routine, based on her exhaustive research, and her never-ending quest to find solutions that help women reclaim their vibrancy, sexuality, health, and happiness. In This Episode The impact of stress on our hormones [8:45] How to increase your oxytocin [13:30] How gut health impacts our hormones [17:45] What Julva is for and who should use it [24:30] How the KetoGreen diet plan helps balance hormones [29:00] The importance of practicing gratitude [33:00] Links & Resources Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at ⁠⁠YourLongevityBlueprint.com⁠⁠, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October. ⁠⁠Use Code Immune Support to get 10% off Immune Support Use code TURMERIC to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TURMERIC ⁠Use Code StephanieG10 for 10% Off Dr. Anna Cabeca’s Products & Courses⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Anna Cabeca Online⁠ Follow Dr. Anna Cabeca on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠

Your gut health has a direct impact on your other long-term health conditions, including your mental health! I’m joined by gut health specialist, Dr. Vincent Pedre, to talk about how you can improve your gut health in 10 easy steps. We also talk about the future of mental health treatment, why you need to stimulate your vagus nerve, and what happens when you live in a multigenerational environment. Easy Things to Do Today to Start Improving Your Gut Health Reduce your stress levels by breathing better Meditate regularly Eat more fermented foods - but introduce them slowly Increase your fiber intake Eat more broth  Take L-Glutamine  About Dr. Vincent Pedre ⁠Dr. Vincent Pedre⁠ is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness, nutraceutical consultant for NatureMD and Orthomolecular Products, CEO of Happy Gut Life LLC, and a Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner in private practice in New York City since 2004.  He believes the gut is the gateway to excellent wellness. As the bestselling author of “HAPPY GUT®️—The Cleansing Program To Help You Lose Weight, Gain Energy and Eliminate Pain,” featuring his proprietary ‘blueprint’ for healing the gut, the Gut C.A.R.E.®️ Program—he has helped thousands around the world resolve their gut-related health issues.  In This Episode: The differences between leaky gut, SIBO, and yeast overgrowth [11:00] How leaky gut impacts chronic illness [16:15] What you need to know about the microbiome and aging [21:15] The benefits of living in a multigenerational household [27:00] The impact of intermittent fasting on gut health and longevity [28:45] How improving your gut health can improve your mental health [34:45] What the future of mental health treatment might look like [40:00] What happens when you meditate [42:15] Links & Resources Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at ⁠YourLongevityBlueprint.com⁠, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October. ⁠Use Code HEALGUT 10% Off Gut Shield⁠ ⁠Use Code HEALGUT for 10% Off GI support⁠ ⁠Use Code IGG for 10% off SB IGG ⁠ ⁠Free Gift: Top 10 Tips for a Healthy, Happy Gut⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Vincent Pedre Online⁠ Follow Dr. Vincent Pedre on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast

Kiran Krishnan, the Founder of Microbiome Labs, joins me again today for Part 2 of the two-part series on how a healthy microbiome impacts longevity.  In Part 1, Kiran provides in-depth examples of why gut health translates into full-body health. He unpacks what spore-based probiotics are and where they come from, and he shares about psycho-biotics for mental health. If you have not yet listened to Part 1, I urge you to go back and listen to it first.  Today, in Part 2, Kiran talks about SIBO and explains what ghost or post-biotics are and how the FODMATE enzyme works. He also talks about immunoglobulins and probiotics for dogs.  Conditions tied to H Pylori Autoimmunity Infertility Reflux disease Gastritis Gastroparesis Gastroesophageal and gastric cancers  About Kiran Krishnan: Kiran Krishnan is trained as a research microbiologist. He left academic research to help bridge the translational gap between research and commercial innovation. He has held leadership roles in international health and wellness companies. He has also founded and scaled research and technology development companies including, most recently, Microbiome Labs, the pre-eminent microbiome therapeutics company in the US integrative medicine market.  Kiran has published numerous studies in peer-reviewed scientific journals and holds international patents in his name. Kiran is a frequent lecturer at nutritional and medical conferences and is a sought-after expert on the human microbiome for health programs.  Kiran is currently the General Manager of Novozymes OneHealth North America and is a science advisor to 5 other companies in this market.  In this episode: How to recover your gut after taking a course of antibiotics. (39:44) Who should not take the Megaspore product? (44:37) Why is it essential for SIBO people to have spore-based probiotics? (45:05) How SIBO impacts liver function. (47:53) How SIBO impacts the anti-microbial protection of the gut. (50:05) How leaky gut impacts bowel motility. (50:44) A key way of stopping SIBO. (53:39) What is happening with those who are not tolerating spore-based probiotics? (56:23) Why do our pets also suffer from leaky gut? (103:29) Conditions that tie to H Pylori. (1:10:32) How does the microbe in ghost (or post-probiotics) remove H Pylori from the body? (1:11:57) Links and resources: Use code HEALGUT to get 10% off ⁠⁠GI Support Use code IGG to get 10% off ⁠⁠SB IGG Coming September 29th: Your Hormone Blueprint Discover what the research really says about hormones, hormone therapy and breast cancer, proper hormone testing, optimal levels, and finding a provider who takes your symptoms seriously. Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at YourLongevityBlueprint.com, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October. Kiran Krishnan’s Social Media Links: Kiran Krishnan on ⁠Instagram⁠ (@Kiranbiome) Kiran Krishnan on ⁠YouTube⁠ Relative Links for This Show: ⁠www.microbiomelabs.com⁠  ⁠https://betterbiome.com/⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠and LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast

Kiran Krishnan, the Founder of Microbiome Labs, joins me today for the first part of a two-part series on how a healthy microbiome impacts longevity. Kiran is a pure genius and unpacks a lot in this series!  Today, in Part 1, he provides in-depth examples of why gut health translates into full-body health. He gets into what spore-based probiotics are and where they come from, and he also shares about psycho-biotics for mental health. Ways in which spores change the terrain in the gut: They modulate the immune response against other microbes They produce compounds that target certain organisms and modulate certain aspects of the immune response They increase the monitoring, scope, and understanding of the microbial environment for your intestinal lining cells and immune cells  They directly impact the presence of pathogens  About Kiran Krishnan: Kiran Krishnan is trained as a research microbiologist. He left academic research to help bridge the translational gap between research and commercial innovation. He has held leadership roles in international health and wellness companies. He has also founded and scaled research and technology development companies including, most recently, Microbiome Labs, the preeminent microbiome therapeutics company in the US integrative medicine market.  Kiran has published numerous studies in peer-reviewed scientific journals and holds international patents in his name. Kiran is a frequent lecturer at nutritional and medical conferences and is a sought-after expert on the human microbiome for health programs.  Kiran is currently the General Manager of Novozymes OneHealth North America and is a science advisor to 5 other companies in this market.  In this episode: Why does your gut health matter? (4:36) The connection between the gut, the brain, and the immune system. (6:27) Kiran exposes some of the myths surrounding traditional probiotics. (13:07) How the majority of conventional probiotic strains amplify the inflammatory responses in the immune system. (15:02) Why a single stressor first thing in the morning can keep you in an anxious state throughout the day. (20:33) The benefits of bacterial spores. (21:20)  Why most microbes in the environment will not function as probiotics. (22:55) How spores create lasting change in your gut terrain. (24:48) Where the spores come from. (28:34) How you will benefit from using spore-based probiotics daily. (32:14) Links and resources: Use code TURMERIC to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TURMERIC⁠ ⁠⁠Use Code Glutathione to get 10% off Glutathione⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Use Code BIND to get 10% off Envirobind Kiran Krishnan’s Social Media Links:: Kiran Krishnan on ⁠Instagram⁠ (@Kiranbiome) Relative Links for This Show:: ⁠www.microbiomelabs.com⁠  ⁠https://betterbiome.com/⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠and LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast

Dr. Jill Carnahan joins me today for Part 2 of our gem-packed two-part series. In this episode, she expands on her story and discusses the importance of a flow state and staying curious. We also talk about all things related to biotoxin illness. If you have not yet listened to Part 1, I suggest you go back and listen to it to hear the first part of her story.   How to detoxify your body after mold exposure: Increase your glutathione production by taking it, doing liposomal, or with an IV to help your liver dump the toxins into the bile and excrete them Use clay, charcoal, chlorella, probiotics like Saccharomyces, or N-acetylcysteine to bind the toxins Use prescription binders to assist in getting the toxins out of the body Dr. Jill Carnahan's Bio: Dr. Jill Carnahan is a board-certified Integrative Holistic Medicine specialist known as Your Functional Medicine Expert®️ and often referred to as the "Sherlock Holmes of Medicine," for solving the case of the most well-known medical mysteries.  Utilizing state-of-the-art lab testing and biochemical analysis, she helps each patient identify the root cause of their illness by identifying nutritional or metabolic imbalances that may be contributing to their symptoms. Dr. Jill uses nutritional protocols and supplements, lifestyle changes, and medication to increase the patient's level of function and always seeks the gentlest and least invasive ways to restore health and optimize healing.  She has also sustained a 5+ year waiting list as the Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn’s disease, and toxic mold illness, Dr. Jill brings a unique perspective to treating a variety of complex and chronic illnesses and has traveled the world sharing her knowledge of hope, health, and healing live on stage as well as through newsletters, articles, books, podcasts, and social media. Her memoir, Unexpected, is out now which is the highlight of our interview today. In this episode: Dr. Carnahan shares how she got exposed to mold and how it affected her (1:34) Symptoms of mold exposure (3:37) How to detoxify yourself after being exposed to mold (5:48) The differences between Lyme and mold (8:54) The importance of addressing trauma (13:00) How to start with addressing trauma (16:17) How to deal with stress (17:01) Dr. Carnahan explains what a flow state is (19:39) Why is it important to be curious? (21:49) Lab tests everyone should do before turning thirty (24:01) Links & Resources Use code TURMERIC to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TURMERIC ⁠Use Code Glutathione to get 10% off Glutathione⁠ ⁠Use Code BIND to get 10% off Envirobind⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠and LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠ Guest Social Media Links: • ⁠Instagram⁠ (@drjillcarnahan) • ⁠Twitter⁠ (@DocCarnahan)  • ⁠Facebook⁠  • ⁠Website⁠  Relative Links for This Show: ⁠https://readunexpected.com/freechapter/⁠ ⁠https://retrainingthebrain.com/⁠ ⁠https://guptaprogram.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.primaltrust.org/⁠

You are in for a real treat today! I have looked up to Dr. Jill Carnahan for years, and now she is with me for a gem-packed two-part series! In these 2 parts, she dives into ways to build resilience, overcome autoimmunity, cancer, and biotoxin illness, and explains how to use flow states for optimal health and performance. Common symptoms of IBS  Heartburn Reflux Indigestion Diarrhea Gas Bloating Dr. Jill Carnahan's Bio: Dr. Jill Carnahan is a board-certified Integrative Holistic Medicine specialist known as Your Functional Medicine Expert®️ and often referred to as the "Sherlock Holmes of Medicine," for solving the case of the most well-known medical mysteries.  Utilizing state-of-the-art lab testing and biochemical analysis, she helps each patient identify the root cause of their illness by identifying nutritional or metabolic imbalances that may be contributing to their symptoms. Dr. Jill uses nutritional protocols and supplements, lifestyle changes, and medication to increase the patient's level of function and always seeks the gentlest and least invasive ways to restore health and optimize healing.  She has also sustained a 5+ year waiting list as the Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn’s disease, and toxic mold illness, Dr. Jill brings a unique perspective to treating a variety of complex and chronic illnesses and has traveled the world sharing her knowledge of hope, health, and healing live on stage as well as through newsletters, articles, books, podcasts, and social media. Her memoir, Unexpected, is out now which is the highlight of our interview today. In this episode: Dr. Carnahan shares her profound experience of overcoming fear while rock climbing (3:11) Dr. Carnahan gives her definition of functional medicine (9:28) Dr. Carnahan shares her take on how gut health relates to full-body health (11:49) Symptoms you might experience from an autoimmune disease, from a gastrointestinal standpoint (14:13) How Dr. Carnahan managed to heal her colitis (15:37) Dr. Carnahan shares her breast cancer story and how she recovered from it (19:49) Which toxins are the most important ones to avoid? (23:04) How to ensure that your drinking water is clean (25:33) Some tips for reducing your EMF exposure (26:07) Links & Resources ⁠Use Code Immune Support to get 10% off Immune Support⁠ https://yourlongevityblueprint.com/product/glutathione-60-ct/⁠ Use code BIND to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ENVIROBIND Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠and LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠ Guest Social Media Links:: • ⁠Instagram⁠ (@drjillcarnahan) • ⁠Twitter⁠ (@DocCarnahan)  • ⁠Facebook⁠  • ⁠Website⁠  Relative Links for This Show: ⁠https://readunexpected.com/freechapter/⁠ ⁠https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

Local doctor Dr. Terry Wahls, is back on the show again. She joins us to share her recent trials in a two-part series. In Part 1 last week, she told her miraculous story and shared her top dietary and lifestyle approaches for autoimmune conditions. Today, in Part 2, she shares more about her current trials, also explaining how she lives her life to maintain her high-functioning health. Please listen to Part 1 first if you have not done so already. How to create a better environment to slow down and stabilize a progressive autoimmune disease: Improve your self-care Improve your nutrition Exercise more Meditate Get enough good sleep Dr. Terry Wahls's Bio: Dr. Terry Wahls is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner and conducts clinical research using functional medicine principles in the setting of multiple sclerosis.  In 2018, she was awarded the Institute for Functional Medicine’s Linus Pauling Award for her contributions in research, clinical care, and patient advocacy.  Dr.Wahls has secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for four years.  Yet Dr.Wahls restored her health using a diet and lifestyle program she designed specifically for her brain, and now pedals her bike to work each day.  She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine, The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles (paperback), and the cookbook The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions. In this episode: Dr.Wahls explains more about her first clinical trial (1:22) How aging accelerates after the age of forty (7:56) How eggs often show up as problematic for those with food sensitivities (8:38) The supplements Dr.Wahls believes are most important (9:49) Dr.Wahls discusses her latest clinical trial (12:27) The intensity of exercise Dr.Wahls currently finds appropriate for herself (16:34) How to live a good life, even if you have a severe and progressive illness (22:43) Dr.Wahls shares some of her self-care practices (23:34) Links and Resources: Use Code VITAMIND to get 10% off ⁠VITAMIN K2⁠ ⁠Use Code B Vitamins to get 10% off Methyl B Complex⁠ Use code OMEGA3 to get 10% off ⁠OMEGA3 FISH OIL⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠  Guest Social Media Links: ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠Clinical Trial⁠

Local doctor Dr. Terry Wahls is back on the show. This time, she joins us to share her recent clinical trials in a two-part series.  Today, in Part 1, she shares her miraculous story, and we discuss dietary and lifestyle approaches for autoimmune conditions. Next week, in Part 2, she will share more about her clinical trials and explain how she lives her life currently, maintaining her high-functioning health. Foods necessary for overcoming autoimmune conditions: Leafy green vegetables, like spinach, Swiss chard, kale, and collards Deeply colored fruits and vegetables, like carrots, beets, and berries Sulfur-rich foods, including the cabbage family and mushrooms Protein sources, like meat, fish, and poultry (Or beans, legumes, and gluten-free grains like rice or buckwheat for vegetarians) Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and kefir Organ meats like liver once a week Dr. Terry Wahls's Bio: Dr. Terry Wahls is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner and conducts clinical research using functional medicine principles in the setting of multiple sclerosis.  In 2018, she was awarded the Institute for Functional Medicine’s Linus Pauling Award for her contributions in research, clinical care, and patient advocacy.  Dr.Wahls has secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for four years.  Yet Dr.Wahls restored her health using a diet and lifestyle program she designed specifically for her brain, and now pedals her bike to work each day.  She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine, The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles (paperback), and the cookbook The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions. In this episode: How electrical stimulation therapy allowed Dr.Wahls to feel great despite her physical limitations (3:56) How redesigning her diet and adding the right supplements improved her multiple sclerosis symptoms and increased her strength and mobility (4:18) Foods that are necessary for improving brain health and overcoming autoimmune diseases (13:55) How Dr.Wahls helped veterans reverse type 2 diabetes, obesity, and autoimmune diseases through diet and lifestyle changes (18:05) How Dr. Wahls got banned from speaking at a conference after sharing about using lifestyle and diet to manage MS (19:39) The importance of a healthy diet and quality nutrition for maintaining good health (25:34) Links and Resources: Use CODE OMEGA3 to get 10% off ⁠OMEGA3 FISH OIL⁠ Use CODE BERBERINE to get 10% off ⁠Berberine⁠ Use code COQ10 to get 10% off ⁠COQ10⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠  Guest Social Media Links: ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠Clinical Trial⁠

Ken Swartz, aka “Ken the Scientist," joins me today to talk about oxidative stress, mitochondrial efficiency, and Carbon 60, also known as C60. Ways in which oxidative stress can damage the body: Rips holes in cell membranes Prevents proteins from folding properly Damages cellular blueprints (DNA and RNA) Ken Swartz Bio: Ken Swartz, aka “Ken the Scientist,” is the founder and Chief Science Officer of C60 Purple Power, a health and wellness company committed to delivering the highest quality Carbon 60 products available. Ken earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Colorado at Denver and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Arizona State University. He spent the early part of his career as a secondary school teacher, and he continues to be passionate about helping and educating people. Ken has run several research science laboratories over the course of his career and discovered C60 while developing the MOXY fusion reactor.  During his research, he became aware of the powerful free radical neutralizing properties of C60. He first began using C60 as a radiation protectant while leading a fusion research project. He noticed, after taking C60 for a couple of months, that not only was it protecting him from radiation, but he discovered that his health was also improving. So, he continued taking it.  About eight months after Ken started taking C60, he was at a routine visit with his optometrist and discovered that his *dry Macular Degeneration was gone. His doctor was dumbfounded and told him that in all his years, he had never seen such an improvement.  Due to this healing experience, Ken decided to dedicate himself to the research, study, and production of C60 Buckminster Fullerenes. In 2016, Ken founded C60 Purple Power which offers 99.99% pure sublimated Carbon 60, (never exposed to solvents), delivered in 100% certified organic oils, made in the USA.  Ken believes that “your health is your responsibility” and he is on a mission to help people feel empowered to take control of their health.  *However, disclaimer here, these statements and products have not been approved by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.  In this episode: What C60 is, and what it does for the cells. (5:36) What is oxidative stress? (6:03) The cumulative damage oxidative stress causes over time. (7:06) How C60 reverses symptoms of aging. (8:11) The role mitochondria play in our health. (8:55) Why athletes love C60. (15:52) What differentiates C60 from other anti-oxidants? (29:36) Why Ken makes C60 products with MCT, avocado, and olive oils. (23:15) The hormonal benefits of using C60. (28:20) The initial and ongoing benefits of using C60. (32:46) Links and resources: Guest Social Media Links:: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/c60purplepowerproducts⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/c60purplepower/⁠  ⁠https://twitter.com/c60purplepower⁠ Relative links: Get 10% off using code IHHC Use this link: ⁠https://go.shopc60.com/IHHC/⁠ ⁠https://whatisc60.org⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Longevity Blueprint: Methyl B Complex – 60 capsules⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Access My New Free eBook ⁠How To Create Resilient Health Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠and LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠

Castor oil is an herbal medical treatment that’s been around for centuries but fell out of fashion sometime in the last few decades. I’m joined by Dr. Marisol Teijeiro, the Queen of the Thrones, to talk about why castor oil is making a comeback, all the incredible health benefits, and why she recommends it to all her patients. The three areas castor oil packs help the most with: Stools - helps regulate your bowel movements Sleep - helps you get more restorative sleep Stress - helps reduce your regular stress levels About Dr. Marisol Teijeiro ⁠Dr. Marisol Teijeiro⁠, ND & Queen of the Thrones™️, empowers people to own their throne (yes potty time), purpose, and passion in life. She is the creator of the easy and mess-less Castor Oil Pack used to heal the gut, improve digestion, sleep, and most importantly, your hormone balance.  She teaches all over the world and features on various TV programs including national syndicated NBC Bloom, as well as The Marilyn Denis Show in Canada. She is a published author of “OH SH*T!” the 3 stress-less steps to connect, clear, and calm your digestion.  In This Episode How caster oil packs work Why you should never buy castor oil in plastic How castor oil packs help with detox and improving gut health How to start using castor oil packs How often you should change your castor oil pack What to look for in a castor oil Who can’t use castor oil packs How to use castor oil to promote hair growth Links & Resources Storefront Link: https://lcshop.co/B5EhVS Discount Code: DRSTEPHANIEGRAY ⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Longevity Blueprint: Methyl B Complex – 60 capsules⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code TURMERIC to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TURMERIC Download Your Free Copy of 50 Shades of Poo⁠ ⁠Use Code DRGRAY10 for 10% off Castor Oil Packs at This Link Only⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Marisol Teijeiro Online⁠ Follow Dr. Marisol Teijeiro on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

We've reached the end of another incredible season! To wrap up Season Six, I’ve once again combined all the top longevity tips shared by this season’s guests. I am truly grateful to all the experts who generously shared their time and knowledge on the podcast. This season would not have been possible without them. Join me this summer as we revisit some of our greatest hits, and this fall for the launch of my third book, Your Hormone Blueprint, and a fantastic season seven!  The Biggest Top Tips for Functional Health and Longevity: Sleep and Recovery Prioritizing quality sleep and recovery time supports healing, energy production, resilience, and many of the processes that contribute to long-term health and longevity.  Purpose, Mindset, and Meaningful Connections Cultivating purpose, gratitude, emotional well-being, supportive relationships, and a healthy mindset can reduce stress and help create the foundation for a longer, healthier life.  Nutrition, Movement, and Metabolic Health Eating real food, staying physically active, maintaining muscle mass, managing inflammation, and optimizing body composition are fundamental strategies for supporting lifelong health and longevity.  Top Longevity Tip #1: Yvonne Karney (Episode 229) Yvonne Karney believes prioritizing sleep is one of the most important things you can do for healing, recovery, and longevity.  Top Longevity Tip #2: Aimie Apigian (Episode 230) Aimie Apigian encourages people to do their trauma work in a way that helps the body create new experiences rather than reliving old ones.  Top Longevity Tip #3: Andie Crosby (Episode 234) Andie Crosby recommends identifying and reducing the sources of inflammation in your daily life to support long-term health.  Top Longevity Tip #4: Povilas Sabaliauskas (Episode 236) Povilas Sabaliauskas suggests using blackout curtains as a simple and affordable way to improve sleep quality.  Top Longevity Tip #5: Larry & Belinda Wurn (Episode 237) Larry and Belinda Wurn encourage staying active, stretching regularly, listening to your body, and taking care of yourself.  Top Longevity Tip #6: Amy Wienands (Episode 238) Allana Polo believes gratitude and living with a purpose bigger than yourself are key ingredients for longevity.  Top Longevity Tip #7: Austin Lake (Episode 240) Austin Lake suggests adopting the mindset that you are a healthy person who is getting healthier, and reminds us that our body is designed to heal.  Top Longevity Tip #8: Ashley Koff (Episode 242) Ashley Koff believes in assessing and optimizing our weight health, as maintaining a healthy body composition is foundational to longevity.  Top Longevity Tip #9: Ryan Sternagel (Episode 244) Ryan Sternagel encourages people to stop seeking approval from others and make the health decisions that are right for them.  Top Longevity Tip #10: Allana Polo (Episode 248) Allana Polo recommends maintaining a healthy body weight, strong muscle mass, and low visceral fat to support long-term health.  Top Longevity Tip #11: Aaron Hartman (Episode 249) Aaron Hartman highlights fasting, exercise, and especially sleep as some of the most powerful tools for longevity.  Top Longevity Tip #12: Neil Nathan (Episode 251) Neil Nathan encourages people to discover what gives their lives meaning and purpose and to nurture loving relationships.  Top Longevity Tip #13: Peter Osborne (Episode 254) Peter Osborne suggests focusing on the daily choices that matter most, including real food, sleep, sunshine, movement, clean air, and clean water.  Top Longevity Tip #14: Dr. Jen Pfleghaar (Episode 257) Dr. Jen Pfleghaar believes finding peace through faith is one of the most meaningful approaches to longevity.  Top Longevity Tip #15: Jason Carpenter (Episode 261) Jason Carpenter advises investing in high-quality food and nutrition because what you put into your body influences your long-term health.  Top Longevity Tip #16: Emily Patel (Episode 263) Emily Patel emphasizes building a strong support community that can help lift you up emotionally through life's challenges. Links and Resources: Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  on Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast