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Selecting the best omega-3 for your needs Omega-3 fatty acids are essential, but with so many omega-3 options on the market, it’s challenging to know which is best. On this show, Drs. Mike and Crystal address commonly asked questions about omega-3 fatty acids such as: What are the health benefits of omega-3s? Which form of omega-3 is best? What is the healthiest omega-3? Is it good to take omega-3...

Support for Underactive Thyroid Dr. Efrat LaMandre, Ph. D. The KNEW Method, Founder As a public speaker—Dr. Efrat LaMandre, PhD, FNP-C, or Dr. E, as everyone calls her—and best-selling author with over 5 million followers on various platforms, Dr. E is a Medical Disruptor, disrupting and reshaping healthcare. She advocates against #MedicalGaslighting and empowers patients to recognize that their s...

Support for Underactive Thyroid Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States, but some individuals struggle to get an accurate diagnosis or treatment plan that works. On this episode of Live Foreverish, we sit down with Dr. Efrat LaMandre to provide an overview of Hashimoto’s, including the root cause, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and foods that may be...

Research updates on sugar substitutes, fish oil, post-meal satiety, and salt reduction

Research updates on sugar substitutes, fish oil, post-meal satiety, and salt reduction Listen to the latest episode of Live Foreverish as Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how replacing refined sugar with maple syrup decreases fat mass; managing major depressive disorder with omega-3s; updated research on the combination of hibiscus and lemon verbena extracts for weight management; and how adding salt...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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 a...

Research updates on weight loss, nocturnal leg cramps, macular degeneration, and hypertension.

Research updates on weight loss, nocturnal leg cramps, macular degeneration, and hypertension. Listen to the latest episode of Live Foreverish as Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how drinking water may help you to lose weight; managing nighttime leg cramps with vitamin K; the health benefits of eating 2 oz. of pistachios; and how light pollution is linked to high blood pressure. #LELearn

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...

Improve sexual satisfaction with herbs

Improve sexual satisfaction with herbs Looking to reignite sexual desire or enhance intimacy? You’re not alone! On this episode of Live Foreverish, Drs. Mike and Crystal dive into the science behind fenugreek and saffron’s impact on sexual satisfaction, desire and arousal. #LELEARN

Exploring the aging process

Exploring the aging process Recent research suggests that aging may not be a gradual process but instead occurs in distinct "waves" around the ages of 44 and 60, marked by accelerated biological changes linked to disease risk. These periods are characterized by shifts in molecules and biological pathways affecting cardiovascular, immune, and metabolic health, making lifestyle adjustments key durin...

Research updates on the aging brain, eye health, superfoods, and alpha-lipoic acid Listen to the latest episode of Live Foreverish as Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how poor sleep causes brain aging, melatonin use and risk of macular degeneration, health benefits of watercress, and lipoic acid for PCOS.

The Benefits of Sleep, Melatonin, Alpha-Lipoic Acid & Watercress – Life Extension Listen to the latest episode of Live Foreverish as Drs. Mike and Crystal discuss how poor sleep causes brain aging, melatonin use and risk of macular degeneration, health benefits of watercress, and lipoic acid for PCOS.

Nutrition add-ins for plant-based diets Guest Bio: Holli Ryan, RD, LD/N is a food and nutrition expert, registered and licensed dietitian-nutritionist, health and wellness writer, blogger, and social media content specialist. She graduated from Florida International University and is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In her free time, she enjoys photography, travel, cooking, art,...

Nutrition add-ins for plant-based diets Omnivores are often told to include more of these plant-based foods in their diet for good health. On the other end of the spectrum are vegans who not only go meatless but exclude foods of animal origin completely. While there are plenty of health benefits to being plant-based, there are some nutrients that are abundant in foods of animal origin that vegans...

Nutrition strategies when taking GLP-1 drugs