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Could astaxanthin be one of the most powerful natural compounds for fighting oxidative stress and inflammation? In this fascinating conversation, I sit down with Sam Shepard - physicist, inventor and biochemist - to explore astaxanthin, inflammation, free radicals, oxidative stress, metabolism, and the potential role of this powerful carotenoid in human health. I am SO EXCITED to bring you this co...

I welcome my friend and mentor, Dr. Barr, back on the podcast for a second conversation! This time, we’re diving back into a topic that has become increasingly popular in the health and wellness world: peptides. Our conversation focuses on sourcing peptides and the risks of buying peptides off the gray market. With peptides becoming more widely discussed for weight loss, metabolism, longevity, mus...

Why is it that we can eat whatever we want when we’re younger, stay relatively lean, and then suddenly our bodies seem to change? For many people, this starts happening much earlier than they expect. Why does weight gain become easier? Why does belly fat appear? Why can stress make us gain weight even when we’re not eating very much? And what happens to our metabolism as we age? In this episode, I...

What if fructose isn’t only something you consume? In this fascinating conversation with Chris Mearns, we explore the surprising connection between stress, fructose production, metabolism and weight gain including the idea that under certain conditions, the body can actually make fructose from glucose. We dive into why this matters for metabolic health and why understanding the body’s response to...

EP433 PT2; Epstein-Barr Virus, Chronic Inflammation & Autoimmunity with Dr Pamela Cipriano. by Chemaine Linnie

In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Pamela Cipriano shares her decades of experience treating Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses after her son’s life-changing diagnosis. We discuss why these infections are often overlooked, how they can mimic other chronic conditions, contribute to misdiagnoses, and the transition into a fascinating discussion on COVID and long COVID. We discussed; Lyme disease...

Are tissue salts the missing link to optimal health? In this episode I sit down with Dr. Robert Selig to explore the fascinating connection between tissue salts, minerals, and the foundations of human health. Minerals are ESSENTIAL for nearly every process in the body, yet many people may not be getting adequate amounts or properly utilizing these important nutrients. Dr. Selig explains the "Big F...

Could your perimenopause symptoms be caused by more than just hormones? In this episode, I sit down once again with Adele Winsett for a powerful conversation about one of the most overlooked aspects of women's health: nervous system dysregulation. We explore how nervous system dysregulation, chronic stress, and adrenal health may contribute to fatigue, anxiety, burnout, and other common perimenopa...

In Part 4 of my Cancer Series, I sit down with Alannah Connealy, author of The Celluverse, for a thought-provoking conversation about breast cancer, metabolism, chronic stress, trauma, hormones, and the body’s remarkable ability to adapt and heal. We explore why cancer is rarely the result of a single cause and instead discuss the many factors that may contribute to disease over time, including me...

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Tabatha Barber to discuss the physical, emotional, and spiritual roots of burnout. We explore how chronic stress impacts hormones, gut health, sleep, mental well-being, and overall health—and what it really takes to heal. Dr. Tabatha shares her personal journey through burnout, motherhood, and building a successful medical practice while navigatin...

In today’s podcast episode, I’m joined once again by thyroid expert and author Paul Robinson for a listener-led thyroid Q&A session. After our first thyroid conversation was so well received, I invited members from my Facebook community to submit their biggest thyroid-related questions, and we covered a wide range of topics surrounding hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, T3 therapy, reverse T3, thyroid l...

In this episode, Carole Murko and I have an honest conversation about grief, healing, loss, heartache, and the different ways people process pain. We discuss navigating grief after loss, learning to cope with difficult emotions, and why healing looks different for everyone. I share my experience with grief and why silence felt overwhelming during my healing journey — how music, conversation, and c...

Is “adrenal fatigue” really about your adrenals… or is something deeper driving the crash? In this episode, I sit down with Morley Robbins to unpack the real root of low energy, burnout, stubborn body fat, and hormone dysfunction - and why minerals like copper and iron may be the missing piece. We go beyond surface-level advice and explore how metabolism, inflammation, thyroid health, and even you...

In this conversation, I sit down with Adele Wimsett to explore a growing and often misunderstood topic: ADHD symptoms in perimenopause, and whether they may actually be rooted in hormonal imbalances rather than a true neurodevelopmental condition. We dive into Adele’s research, “The Perfect Storm,” which examines how hormonal fluctuations in naturally menstruating perimenopausal women may influenc...

What if your hormone imbalance, low energy, or emotional disconnection isn’t just hormones… but toxic overload? In this episode, I sit down with Kyle Hulbert, CEO of the Longevity Center and host of Longevity Unlocked, to explore the powerful connection between detoxification, hormones, and mental health in both men and women. We go beyond the typical “detox phases” conversation and break down the...

If estrogen is protective… why shouldn’t it be taken alone? In this honest and thought-provoking conversation with David Rosensweet, we explore one of the most confusing topics in women’s health: estrogen, progesterone, and cancer risk. You’ll hear perspectives that may challenge what you’ve been told - including the idea that estrogen can be protective, while at the same time being unsafe when us...

Most women take DIM to “detox estrogen”… but that’s not actually what it does. And for some, it may even make symptoms worse. You’ve probably heard that DIM helps detox estrogen… but is that really true? In this episode, I sit down with Kitty Martone to break down what DIM actually does in the body, how it influences estrogen metabolism, and why it’s not always the right solution for every woman....

Did you know that up to 75% of women develop fibroids at some point in their lives? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Bryan Treacy about what fibroids are, how they can affect your health, and the treatment options available. Also we clarify some confusion from our last conversation on fibroids and blood flow. We cover: What fibroids are and why they form Case studies, including women with multipl...

In this conversation, I sit down again with Jules Vasquez (Brain Body by Jules) to explore how our everyday habits especially what we read, watch, and do before bed - shape our brain health, stress levels, and overall well-being. We talk about why reading physical books (not scrolling or eBooks) can act as a true mental reset - almost like a mini vacation from daily stress - and how this simple ha...

In this second conversation with independent researcher and author Jeff T. Bowles, we explore his controversial and thought-provoking theory about The Winter Gene and the idea that humans may be biologically programmed to enter a form of “hibernation mode.” Jeff suggests that ancient survival pathways - designed to help humans survive winter, famine, and limited sunlight - may still exist in moder...

Methylene blue is gaining attention in functional and integrative medicine for its potential effects on mitochondria, brain health, metabolism, and even hormone balance. But what exactly is methylene blue, and how is it being used today? In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Scott Sherr to explore the science, history, and modern clinical applications of methylene blue. We discuss how this uni...

In this very fun and information-packed conversation with Dr Iman Bar, we explore the powerful world of peptides what they are, how they work, and how they may support healing, gut health, beauty, and longevity. This conversation IS everything you have wanted to know about peptides. Peptides are rapidly gaining attention in the worlds of functional medicine, performance health, and regenerative su...

This may be one of Dr. Platt’s final podcast conversations, and he’s dropping decades of hormone wisdom you don’t want to miss! 🌿 We talk about the real role of hormones and why we think the black label box warning was removed from estrogen, how to use estrogen safely, and how hormones drive anxiety, sleep issues, and stress. Dr. Platt also breaks down high cortisol and adrenaline, what they mean...

In this episode, Dr. Bryan Treacy shares his expert insights on hysterectomy, tubal ligation, fibroids, women’s reproductive health, and vasectomy for the men. We dive into what women are often not told before surgery, the very scary risks and long-term effects of hysterectomy, and alternative approaches that can prevent unnecessary procedures. Topics covered in this episode: Why hysterectomies ar...

Perimenopause has become one of the loudest and most confusing conversations in women’s health. Between fear-based messaging, outdated research, and oversimplified advice, many women are left unsure who to trust or what’s actually true. In this episode, I’m joined by Anne-Marie McQueen, health journalist and founder of Hotflash Inc., to unpack the narratives, myths, and truths around perimenopause...