Rare Wellness Podcast (by Center for Regenerative and Performance Medicine)

What’s really inside fetal-derived tissue products—and are they as effective as advertised? In this eye-opening episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis dives deep into the facts and myths surrounding fetal tissue in regenerative medicine. You’ll learn why these products often contain little to no actual stem cells, and how this impacts their effectiveness. Dr. Lewis compares fetal-de...

In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis delves into the world of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy—a groundbreaking approach in regenerative medicine. PRP utilizes components of your own blood to accelerate healing and rejuvenation across various medical and aesthetic applications.​ 🔬 Key Topics Discussed: ✅The science behind PRP: How it's prepared and functions​ ✅Medical...

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Rare Wellness Podcast, hosted by Dr. Jamie Lewis. In this insightful episode, Dr. Lewis introduces the concept of regenerative medicine, exploring its foundational principles, applications, and the potential it holds for enhancing health and promoting longevity. 🔑Key Takeaways: ✅Definition and Scope: Regenerative medicine focuses on repairing, replacing, or regenerati...

Are you feeling fatigued, struggling with brain fog, or looking to optimize your health and longevity? In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, co-host Nathalia and Dr. Jamie Lewis dive into the science of NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide)—a critical molecule for energy production, cellular repair, and anti-aging. As we age, our NAD+ levels decline, leading to reduced energy, slower re...

Peptides are emerging as powerful tools in regenerative medicine, offering potential benefits for healing, recovery, and performance optimization. These compounds are being studied for their ability to: ✅ Accelerate tissue repair – Enhancing healing for muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints ✅ Reduce inflammation – Modulating immune responses to support faster recovery ✅ Protect gut health – S...

GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide and tirzepatide are transforming the fields of regenerative medicine, longevity, and performance health—but they’re not just for weight loss. In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis breaks down how these powerful peptides work, their surprising benefits beyond metabolic health, and their role in reducing inflammation, enhancing cogniti...

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro) are transforming the landscape of weight loss, diabetes management, and metabolic health. In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis breaks down the science behind GLP-1 receptor agonists—how they work, their benefits, and what happens when you stop taking them. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ What GLP-1 r...

Peptides are revolutionizing medicine, from diabetes treatments to cutting-edge regenerative therapies. In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis explores the fascinating world of peptides—what they are, how they work, and their role in healing, fat loss, muscle growth, and metabolic health. You'll learn about: ✅ Common peptides in traditional medicine (like insulin & GLP-...

In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis explores why even the healthiest among us can struggle with stubborn fat, low energy, and difficulty building muscle. As we age, natural shifts in hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and growth hormone can disrupt our metabolic health, making it harder to thrive. Dr. Lewis discusses cutting-edge solutions like bioidentical hormone opt...

Welcome to the Rare Wellness Podcast with Dr. Jamie Lewis! 🌿 In this episode, Dr. Lewis explains how improving your metabolic health can transform your overall wellness, from boosting energy levels and weight management to preventing chronic diseases. Dr. Lewis covers the three essential pillars of metabolic health: ✔️ Exercise: Aerobic, weightlifting, and Zone 2 training improve insulin sensitiv...

Discover how to measure and optimize your metabolic health in this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, hosted by Dr. Jamie Lewis. Learn the four critical domains of metabolic wellness—body composition, vital signs, sleep quality, and lab values—and actionable steps to assess each one. Dr. Lewis discusses: ✅ The importance of maintaining optimal muscle and fat balance. ✅ How to monitor resting...

Discover how to identify and combat the hidden health enemy: metabolic syndrome. In this episode of the Rare Wellness Podcast, Dr. Jamie Lewis explores the cluster of conditions that make up metabolic syndrome—high blood pressure, high blood sugar, abdominal fat, and abnormal cholesterol—and explains how they contribute to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Dr. Lewis dives into the root causes,...