The Lifestyle Medicine Podcast

Functional nutritionist Laurie Hammer explains how targeted amino acids restore neurotransmitter balance, mood, sleep, and mental health at the root. In this episode, I talk with Laurie Hammer about how amino acids directly influence brain chemistry, mood, sleep, and emotional regulation. We explore her symptom-based testing approach, why protein is essential for mental health, how over-fasting de...

Dr. Scott Sherr joins Dr. Ivan Rusilko to discuss mitochondrial health, methylene blue, sleep, and why true longevity medicine starts with cellular optimization—not symptom management. In this episode, Dr. Ivan Rusilko sits down with internal medicine physician and health optimization expert Dr. Scott Sherr to explore what it truly means to move beyond disease management. They dive deep into mitoc...

Plastic surgeon Ryan Neinstein explains how longevity medicine, peptides, and optimization are transforming surgical outcomes and patient confidence. In this episode, I sit down with plastic surgeon Ryan Neinstein to explore how longevity medicine is reshaping plastic surgery and patient care. We discuss why hormones, peptides, nutrition, and sleep matter just as much as the operation itself, how...

Dr. Maria Giannopoulos explains why women’s health requires nuanced lab testing to address hormones, fatigue, libido, and life-stage transitions. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Maria Giannopoulos to discuss why women’s health requires a more nuanced, lab-driven approach. We explore how fatigue, hormonal imbalance, low libido, and weight changes affect women differently across life stages—fro...

Dr. Ivan Rusilko breaks down sleep architecture and explains how delta and REM sleep drive healing, hormones, brain health, and longevity. ---- In this episode, I break down the architecture of sleep and why it’s the foundation of healing, regeneration, and longevity. I walk through the different sleep stages—from alpha and light sleep to deep delta and REM—and explain how each one affects hormone...

Dr. Vass Eliopoulos reveals the true foundations of longevity—from purpose and sleep to advanced labs, peptides, and regenerative medicine. ---- In this episode, I talk with Dr. Vass Eliopoulos about what truly drives longevity. We dive into purpose, community, sleep, stress biomarkers, advanced labs, peptides, and how to build a personalized path toward better healthspan. Dr. Vass also shares his...

Nurse practitioner Travis Woodley breaks down gut healing, sleep rhythms, lab testing, and lifestyle protocols that rebalance the body for lasting health. ---- In this episode, I talk with nurse practitioner Travis Woodley about why most people aren’t “broken”—they’re simply unbalanced. We dive into gut repair, sleep rhythms, protein timing, and the power of comprehensive lab testing. Travis share...

Nico Misleh reveals why hormone therapy isn’t fringe—it’s foundational—and how data-driven care transforms both patient outcomes and medical practice. ---- In this episode, I talk with Nico Misleh, founder of HRT University, about why hormone therapy should be seen as foundational care. We explore advanced lab testing, male and female hormone optimization, and the myths holding medicine back. Nico...

Dr. Debbie Ozment reveals how oral pathogens and bleeding gums can spark inflammation, disease, and even infertility—and how to heal from the mouth down. ---- In this episode of The Lifestyle Medicine Podcast, I talk with Dr. Debbie Ozment about the powerful connection between oral health and overall wellness. She explains how the oral microbiome impacts inflammation, autoimmunity, and even fertil...

In this episode of The Lifestyle Medicine Podcast, I talk with Dr. Rob Silverman—author of The Immune Reboot—about the real formula for vitality and longevity. We dive into the gut-immune connection, the role of movement and muscle as longevity organs, and how peptides like BPC-157 can support recovery and energy. Dr. Silverman also shares how to personalize testing, balance hormones safely, and f...

In this episode of The Lifestyle Medicine Podcast, I talk with Dr. Rob Silverman—author of The Immune Reboot—about the real formula for vitality and longevity. We dive into the gut-immune connection, the role of movement and muscle as longevity organs, and how peptides like BPC-157 can support recovery and energy. Dr. Silverman also shares how to personalize testing, balance hormones safely, and f...

In this episode of The Lifestyle Medicine Podcast, I talk with Dr. Rob Silverman—author of The Immune Reboot—about the real formula for vitality and longevity. We dive into the gut-immune connection, the role of movement and muscle as longevity organs, and how peptides like BPC-157 can support recovery and energy. Dr. Silverman also shares how to personalize testing, balance hormones safely, and f...

In this episode, I dive deep into one of the most overlooked pillars of wellness—iron. I break down what your lab results really mean, why low iron can sabotage your energy, and how treatments like methylene blue can restore oxygen flow and mitochondrial performance. If you’re constantly tired, foggy, or underperforming, this episode might reveal the real reason. ------ This podcast is brought to...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jen Pfleghaar to explore the science and lifestyle behind perimenopause. We unpack how hormone cycles affect mood, metabolism, and stress—and how women can use fasting, lifting, and recovery to feel stronger and more balanced. Dr. Jen shares her own healing journey from Hashimoto’s to integrative medicine, offering practical tools to help women thrive, not just...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jen Pfleghaar to explore the science and lifestyle behind perimenopause. We unpack how hormone cycles affect mood, metabolism, and stress—and how women can use fasting, lifting, and recovery to feel stronger and more balanced. Dr. Jen shares her own healing journey from Hashimoto’s to integrative medicine, offering practical tools to help women thrive, not just...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jen Pfleghaar to explore the science and lifestyle behind perimenopause. We unpack how hormone cycles affect mood, metabolism, and stress—and how women can use fasting, lifting, and recovery to feel stronger and more balanced. Dr. Jen shares her own healing journey from Hashimoto’s to integrative medicine, offering practical tools to help women thrive, not just...

Looking to boost your game to top levels? In this episode, I talk with Scott Evans of Athlete Blood Test about how biomarker testing is revolutionizing athletic performance. We explore how blood panels reveal hidden imbalances, why “normal” ranges don’t apply to athletes, and how data can guide nutrition, recovery, and training. From pros to weekend warriors, Scott shares why personalized testing...

Looking to boost your game to top levels? In this episode, I talk with Scott Evans of Athlete Blood Test about how biomarker testing is revolutionizing athletic performance. We explore how blood panels reveal hidden imbalances, why “normal” ranges don’t apply to athletes, and how data can guide nutrition, recovery, and training. From pros to weekend warriors, Scott shares why personalized testing...

Looking to boost your game to top levels? In this episode, I talk with Scott Evans of Athlete Blood Test about how biomarker testing is revolutionizing athletic performance. We explore how blood panels reveal hidden imbalances, why “normal” ranges don’t apply to athletes, and how data can guide nutrition, recovery, and training. From pros to weekend warriors, Scott shares why personalized testing...

In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Rodriguez of Evexias Health Solutions to explore how advanced lab testing is reshaping personalized hormone therapy. We discuss why traditional medicine often falls short, how “normal” ranges can leave patients sick, and why treating the whole person—not just lab numbers—is key. Jordan also shares how educating physicians and patients alike is driving the fu...

Join me in this episode, as I sit down with Dr. Felice Gersh to unpack PCOS—the most common endocrine disorder affecting women. We explore why PCOS is far more than ovarian cysts, touching on hormone imbalances, circadian rhythm dysfunction, inflammation, insulin resistance, and infertility. Dr. Gersh explains how precision testing, nutrition, lifestyle changes, and bioidentical hormones can help...

In this episode, I dive into the world of artificial intelligence in medicine—the good, the bad, and the downright ugly. From AI diagnosing breast cancer more accurately than radiologists, to the risks of biased data, black box decisions, and pharma influence, I explore how AI is reshaping healthcare. Most importantly, I share why precision medicine still requires human doctors to ask the right qu...

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Clint Carter about why Direct Primary Care is transforming healthcare. We explore how eliminating insurance leads to better patient outcomes, why doctors are rediscovering joy in medicine, and how tools like bioidentical hormones, peptides, and even AI are helping patients thrive. Dr. Carter shares his journey from burnout in the ER to building a thriving patient-c...

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Mark Gordon, a pioneer in neuroendocrinology, about why brain inflammation is the hidden driver of hormonal dysfunction. We discuss his 28-point biomarker panel, how to identify overlooked causes like NSAIDs or heavy metals, and how targeted hormone restoration can reverse symptoms in conditions from TBI to Parkinson’s. Dr. Mark Gordon is a world-leading neuroendoc...

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Mitch Ghen—known as the “godfather of diagnostics”—about why the future of medicine lies in understanding and restoring mitochondrial health. We explore how advanced testing uncovers the root cause of disease, why lifestyle adjustments are foundational, and how targeted senolytics, photobiomodulation, and nutrient protocols can change patient outcomes. Dr. Mitch Gh...