The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston Podcast

In this episode of  The Better Life , Dr. Pinkston sits down with Dr. Marschall Runge , Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School and CEO of Michigan Medicine. Together, they explore the systemic challenges facing the American healthcare system and discuss the optimistic future outlined in Dr. Runge’s new book, The Great Healthcare Disruption . The conversation dives deep into t...

Is what you’re eating causing your pain, fatigue, or stubborn weight gain? Join Dr. Pinkston and nutritionist Laura LaValle as they dive deep into the Elimination Diet —the gold standard for identifying hidden food sensitivities. In this episode, Dr. Pinkston explores why modern life has triggered a surge in "leaky gut" and how removing common culprits like gluten, dairy, and soy can r...

Join Dr. Pinkston as she welcomes Erica Bacchus , author of the deeply personal book, A Promise Kept . Erica shares the extraordinary and heartbreaking story of her late husband, John, and his battle with early cognitive impairment consistent with Alzheimer's disease. This conversation delves into a highly controversial and often-unspoken topic: end-of-life choices in the face of neurodegenerative...

This episode features Dr. Pinkston and Paul Herchman , Co-Executive Founder of Get Hair MD, discussing a holistic and evidence-based approach to hair loss. They highlight the widespread issue of hair loss in both men and women, exacerbated by factors like stress and rapid weight loss (including GLP-1s). Key Takeaways from Get Hair MD's Approach: Multifactorial Treatment: Hair loss is complex, requ...

This episode of The Better Life with Dr Pinkston features Dr Pinkston and Ray Solano from PD Labs, focusing on how to navigate and survive the holidays —dubbed the "Super Bowl of Sugar" (Halloween to Valentine's Day)—without derailing your health goals. The discussion centers on research challenging restrictive dieting, suggesting that unrestricted eating of nutritious food, layered wi...

Join Dr. Pinkston and special guest Dr. Lesser from Magna Pharmaceuticals as they discuss the connection between the immune system , the common cold , and allergies (Upper Respiratory Symptoms, or URIs). In this highly relevant episode, Dr. Lesser delves into: Myths and Facts surrounding the common cold, including debunking old wives' tales. The Four Stages of the common cold, from incubation to r...

Join Dr. Pinkston and her esteemed guest, pharmacist and expert on anti-aging and metabolic health, Jim LaValle, as they dive into the science and benefits of Red Light Therapy , also known as photobiomodulation . They discuss how this non-invasive therapy works by utilizing specific wavelengths of light—ideally in the mid-600s and mid-800s—to stimulate collagen synthesis (for improved...

Join Dr. Pinkston for a vital conversation with Dr. Rose, a passionate children's advocate and educator with 40 years of experience . They discuss the critical need for an integrative approach to health and healing for children , especially those who have experienced trauma, abuse, and adverse childhood circumstances. Dr. Rose shares her inspiring journey of personal healing and decades of profess...

Join Dr. Pinkston and returning favorite guest, Dr. Carolyn Dean, as they tackle the great confusion surrounding sugar and its profound impact on your health. In this illuminating discussion, you'll learn: The Sugar-Heart Disease Connection: Discover the suppressed history of how the sugar industry successfully blamed fat for heart disease and the critical role of Vitamin C in preventing arterial...

Five years after the pandemic began, the long-term impact of COVID-19—known as Long COVID —remains a controversial but crucial subject. In this episode of The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston. Dr. Pinkston explores an integrative approach to understanding and addressing post-COVID complications, combining holistic and contemporary medical information. She is joined by experts Robert ...

Many patients have questions on the use of peptides. What are peptides and what are the most common peptides used as well as the safety and other concerns. BPC157 is one of the most common peptides that patients ask about. There are more but today, Ray Solano of PD Labs and I discussed peptide use and safety.   Chapters:   0:00 🎙️ Welcome to The Better Life & Guest Introduction Dr. P...

Join Dr. Marianne Pinkston and guest Amber Abila , an adult binge eating coach and expert, for a deep dive into Binge Eating Disorder (BED). Dr. Pinkston shares her personal journey of gaining over 300 pounds, losing weight, and realizing she was struggling with an eating disorder later in life. Amber, who also overcame bulimia and binge eating, discusses how this disorder—only recognized in...

Join host Dr. Pinkston and special guest, psychologist Tori Janae , for a powerful and transparent conversation on how past trauma and relationships shape our destructive connections with food. Dr. Pinkston, who once struggled with her own eating disorder and obesity, and Tori Janae , who shares her personal journey of healing generational trauma through addressing food addiction, dive deep into t...

Chronic pain, especially low back pain, is a global struggle—but what if relief was just two minutes away? Dr. Marianne Pinkston welcomes Dr. Hélène Bertrand , a physician and innovator who shares her personal and professional journey to finding effective, integrative solutions for intractable pain. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The Two-Minute Low Back Pain Exercis...

In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Marianne Pinkston and guest Ray Solano, owner of PD Labs, a compounding pharmacy, explore the intricate link between gut health and neurological well-being. They discuss how an integrative approach, combining functional medicine principles with modern therapeutics, can address the root causes of mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Th...

In this episode, Dr. Laura, with her extensive knowledge and science-backed education, helps us separate fact from fiction about seed oils. Beyond the buzz and misinformation, she clarifies the real science behind acidity and alkalinity, giving you the truth without the hype.  Visit my website: https://www.drpbetterlife.com/ Connect with me on social media: https://www.facebook.com/pinkston4l...

Do you or someone you love struggle with unexplained fatigue, brain fog, pain, or a ""mystery illness"" that never seems to have clear answers? In this episode of The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston, Dr Amy Offutt, president of ILADS, dive deep into chronic complex illness—a condition that often hides behind vague symptoms yet impacts every aspect of daily life. ILADS.org  See omnystudio....

In this inspiring episode of The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston, I welcome Tiffany Jones Smith—President of the Texas Kidney Foundation, Chair of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force, the first African American woman to hold these positions, and a chronic kidney disease patient herself. Tiffany shares her powerful journey and groundbreaking leadership, highlighting the urgent need for awaren...

Thyroid therapies have come under scrutiny and Ray Solano of PDLABS and I discuss the therapies and options and explain why treatment is controversial. Dr Pinkston also makes a huge announcement on a new option for weight loss and integrative medical care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I sit down with Robert Long and Dr. Hans Vick to uncover the hidden drivers of high blood pressure. Beyond numbers on a blood pressure cuff, we explore how the microvascular system and the Glycocalyx, the intricate network of tiny blood vessels—plays a central role in hypertension and overall cardiovascular health. Together, we discuss cutting-edge insights and natural thera...

Is your brain keeping you in pain? Rewire your brain and get relief from the root cause. In this episode, guest Brandon Day, All- American Linebacker and Sports Illustrated cover athlete with chronic pain history, uncovers the surprising role of brain signaling in chronic pain and why conventional treatments often fall short. Discover how root-cause medicine can reset the nervous system and offer...

Dr Marianne Pinkston is joined by Dr. William Hsu, Chief Medical Officer of L-Nutra, to explore a growing crisis: 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy, and for the first time in generations, our life expectancy is declining. Together, they uncover why conventional medicine and prescription-based approaches are falling short— and how science-backed nutrition and strategic fasting offe...

Skin health is a billion dollar industry and can be misleading. Peptide skin creams, retinol, hydration are the buzzwords that lead us to choose our regimen and products but like everything you know about the industry… any claim can be made. Age is just a number and there are less expensive ways to fight the clock and believe it or not prescription strength and formulations can be your answ...

Have you wondered what drives our immune system to turn against us to cause inflammation and what solutions can you take to resolve and prevent diseases like neuropathy, autoimmunity, cardiovascular disease and more. Dr Warren Lesser takes a deep dive through the nutrition and life changes needed to manage and prevent inflammation. Dr Lesser also discusses histamine disorders and sleep. See omnyst...

Dr Dean rises to the occasion and corners Candida and the mystical diagnosis ignored for so long. Leaky gut and autoimmune disease beware as Dr Dean and I bring this disorder to light with solutions on how to eradicate safely. She also expands on magnesium benefits and other nutritional building blocks for root cause management and prevention of disease.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...