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The most common causes of chronic inflammation

The most common causes of chronic inflammation Can you fix chronic inflammation? Yes! Inflammation plays a key role in the body's healing process, but unhealthy food choices, everyday exposure to environmental pollution, chronic stress, and oxidative stress are common causes of chronic inflammation—what we don’t want! In this episode, Drs. Mike and Crystal dive into the science of inflammation and...

Stabilizing blood sugar overnight

Stabilizing blood sugar overnight You may be aware that your blood sugar rises after you eat, but did you know it can also spike during the night? Science is still exploring this issue, but the situation is not limited to diabetics. On this episode of Live Foreverish, Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss the causes and solutions to keep your blood sugar optimal both day and night.

Deliver More Nutrients to Your Cells Cristina Matthewman Cristina Matthewman is the Innovation Team Leader in Research and Product Development at Life Extension. She has earned a Master’s in Biophysics and Medical Physics from the University of Bucharest and a PhD in Neuroscience from the Miller School of Medicine at the University of Miami. Her interests include everything science, from basic sci...

Deliver More Nutrients to Your Cells Getting the nutrients you consume into your cells is not a simple process. There are many challenges to overcome and new technological advances to improve delivery. On this episode of Live Foreverish, Drs. Mike and Crystal sit down with Dr. Cristina Matthewman to discuss the difference between absorption and bioavailability, common delivery systems, and new str...

How to stop food noise naturally

How to stop food noise naturally Are you constantly thinking about food this holiday season? 🤔 Join Drs. Mike and Crystal for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer, founder of Well Empowered, as we explore how to manage food noise and make healthier choices during this busy time of year! In this episode, you’ll learn: What exactly is food noise? The difference between hunger and foo...

Research on how pine bark and gotu kola extracts stabilize plaque Fred Pescatore, MD, MPH New York City physician and internist Dr. Fred Pescatore specializes in nutritional medicine. He is a globally renowned healthy living expert and best-selling author of The Hamptons Diet and The A-List Diet. He has worked closely with the botanical pine bark extract Pycnogenol® for over a decade, after recomm...

Research on how pine bark and gotu kola extracts stabilize plaque Healthy arteries equal stable plaque, but what are the best nutrients to support arterial health? On this show Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how pine bark extract and gotu kola manage inflammation and oxidative stress to manage plaque and overall risk for heart disease with Dr. Fred Pescatore. Fred Pescatore, MD, MPH New York City p...

Explore the science behind the claims Living Forever-ish is about living a little bit longer and a whole lot stronger! In this episode, we discuss the connection between muscle and longevity and glean insights on supportive research. Dr. David Allison joins Drs. Mike and Crystal to uncover the known and unknown health benefits of muscle, the difference between strength and functional training, and...

Nutrition discussion with an optometrist. Dr. Julie Poteet, OD, MS, CNS, FOWNS Dr. Julie Poteet, OD, MS, CNS, FOWNS is an industry key opinion leader in nutrition and ocular health. Master of Science in human nutrition and functional medicine; one of the first ODs to become a Certified Nutrition Specialist; frequent lecturer and author on nutrition and ocular health. Honored to have served as imme...

Nutrition discussion with an optometrist. Chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and excess sugar lead to accelerated aging and chronic diseases, including diseases of the eyes. Nutrition is the starting point to target these risk factors and should be a component of a healthy eye care routine. On this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal have an insightful discussion with Dr. Jul...

Determining Protein Quality

Determining Protein Quality It’s hard to deny the health benefits of a whole-food, plant-based diet, but vegetables as a good source of protein continues to be debated. On this episode of Live Foreverish, Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss protein in plants vs. meat, complete vs. incomplete protein, and the best food combinations.

Types, Application, and Delivery

Types, Application, and Delivery Peptides, whether consumed orally, applied topically, or injected, are promising solutions for joint comfort, wrinkles, longevity, body composition, weight loss, and even sleep. On this episode of Live Foreverish, Drs. Mike and Crystal peel back the layers on the different types of peptide therapies available to address your unique needs.

How to relieve bloating

How to relieve bloating Feeling gassy, overly full, or uncomfortable after meals? You’re not alone—bloating affects millions of people. On this episode of LE Live, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal break down what bloating really is, the most common causes (from fast eating to gut health issues), and how to beat the bloat with smart food choices, nutrients like probiotics and digestive enzymes, and powerfu...

The ins and outs of living foreverish

The ins and outs of living foreverish Listen to the latest episode of Live Foreverish as Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how pomegranate extract supports healthy blood pressure and inflammatory responses; the benefits of IV vitamin C for surgery recovery; the role of branched-chain amino acids for endurance performance; and how fern Polypodium leucotomos extract lowers susceptibility to sunburns. #L...

Growing hair

Growing hair Red light therapy is gaining traction, and although it seems mysterious to most people, there is an emerging body of research to be explored. On this episode of LE Live, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal provide an intro to red light therapy for hair, explain how it works, provide a summary of clinical trials, and answer common questions such as how long it takes to work, how often to use it,...

GABA for stress and anxiety

GABA for stress and anxiety GABA—gamma-aminobutyric acid—is a powerful inhibitory neurotransmitter that plays a major role in calming the nervous system. Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal break down how GABA works, its impact on stress, anxiety, and brain waves, and what clinical research has revealed about its potential to improve sleep and reduce anxiety. They also explore natural sources of GABA, how to...