Your Longevity Blueprint

Reduce your inflammation and pain levels while improving your overall health and longevity by using peptides, nootropics, and antioxidants. I’m joined by Dr. Neil Paulvin to talk about how he uses these methods to optimize his patient’s health. How to Improve Mobility Alternating between joint-specific exercises, such as Kin-stretch, and using a massage ball Full-body stretching, such as yoga poses like cat-cow, pigeon, scorpion Using a foam roller  About Dr. Neil PaulvinDr. Paulvin's goal with all of his patients is to optimize their health in the first 60-minute visit. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine, Anti-Ageing and Regenerative Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulation, Functional Medicine, Craniosacral Therapy, and Medical Acupuncture. He has helped top executives, Olympic athletes, top trainers, and celebrities optimize their health. Dr. Paulvin features in the NY Post, Nutritious Life, Fasting MD, Ari Whitten, and many other publications and podcasts. Dr. Paulvin's practice is in Manhattan. He also serves clients in multiple states including Florida and California over telemedicine. Dr. Paulvin uses traditional and alternative treatments to help his patients. Patients see Dr. Paulvin for his expertise in Biohacking and Health Optimization. In addition, he specializes in helping his patients with hormone optimization, Peptide Therapy, Nootropics, and natural options for pain relief.    In This Episode What peptides are and how they’re used [3:30] How to use peptides for anxiety and depression [5:00] What happens with the thymus gland as we age [14:30] How to use peptides for weightloss [15:30] What mitochondrial dysfunction is [17:45] Why we need to know about Nrf2 [24:00] How to use PQQ antioxidants [25:30] How inflammation impacts our health and longevity [30:00]  Links & ResourcesReady Why Antioxidants are Important and Use Code ENERGY for 10% Off Mitochondrial ComplexGet 50% Off the Your Longevity Blueprint Course Get Your Free Energy Guide from Dr. PaulvinFind Dr. Neil Paulvin OnlineFollow Dr. Neil Paulvin on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | LinkedIn | YouTube Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 14: Supporting The Mitochondria With Nad And Peptides W/ Dr. Amber KrogsrudEpisode 42: Benefits Of Sauna Therapy With Nicole CarlsonEpisode 31: Gut/Brain Connection With Dr. Lauryn Lax

Dr. Tim Jackson, an expert in improving parasympathetic tone and autonomic nervous system functions, discusses the importance of reducing stress, heart rate variability, and practical strategies like using infrared saunas, deep breathing, and vagus nerve stimulation to enhance parasympathetic tone for better health and longevity.

The food we eat is structurally different from our ancestor’s food which has a detrimental effect on our physical and mental health. Teri Cochrane, the creator of The Wildatarian Diet, talks about developing the diet, avoiding mycotoxins, and improving our connection to our body. Some of the Foods to Eat on The Wildatarian Diet Squash of All Kinds Grass-Fed Meats Cornish Hen and Guinea Fowls Organic and Natural Wines  About Teri CochraneTeri Cochrane is an integrative practitioner and thought leader in sustainable health and longevity. She is the founder of The Global Sustainable Health Institute and has developed “The Cochrane Method” which integrates a multi-level, bio-individualized, metabolic health modality.Teri specializes in complex health conditions. She also serves to maximize the human potential in ballerinas, professional athletes, and Olympic hopefuls. Teri has a private clinical practice in the metro Washington DC area. She launched her groundbreaking and Amazon bestselling new release book in 2018 - The Wildatarian Diet - Living as Nature Intended. Teri received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida and an advanced degree from Huntington School of Health Sciences. She is trained in Cranio-Sacral, Herbology, Healing Touch, and is a Certified Coach Practitioner. Teri has also spent nearly 20 years as an executive for a Fortune 500 company. Teri believes longevity starts in the womb.  In This Episode What the Wildaterian Diet is [4:15] How food supply and stress can impact your body [15:00] What mycotoxins are and why we should avoid them [16:00] What foods are highest in mycotoxins [16:30] Some of the symptoms of poor sulfur metabolism [24:00] Why Glyphosate is so bad for our bodies [25:45] What to eat on The Wildatarian Diet [39:30]  Links & ResourcesRead Why Antioxidants Are ImportantGet 10% Off Mitochondrial Complex with Code ENERGYUse code LIVERDETOX for 10% off Either Chocolate or Vanilla Core Restore Order Your Meat from D’Artagnan TodayStart The Wildatarian Kickstart Detox for FreeBuy The Wildatarian Diet: Living as Nature Intended: A Customized Nutritional Approach for Optimal Health, Energy, and Vitality by Teri Cochrane on Amazon Find Teri Cochrane OnlineFind The Global Sustainable Health Institute OnlineFollow Teri Cochrane on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 31: Gut/Brain Connection With Dr. Lauryn LaxEpisode 32: Happy Hormones For Life With Dr. Deb MatthewEpisode 43: Liver Cleansing With Steven Dake

Castor oil is an herbal medical treatment that’s been around for centuries but fell out of fashion sometime in the last few decades. I’m joined by Dr. Marisol Teijeiro, the Queen of the Thrones, to talk about why castor oil is making a comeback, all the incredible health benefits, and why she recommends it to all her patients. The three areas castor oil packs help the most with: Stools - helps regulate your bowel movements Sleep - helps you get more restorative sleep Stress - helps reduce your regular stress levels  About Dr. Marisol TeijeiroDr. Marisol Teijeiro, ND & Queen of the Thrones™️, empowers people to own their throne (yes potty time), purpose, and passion in life. She is the creator of the easy and mess-less Castor Oil Pack used to heal the gut, improve digestion, sleep, and most importantly, your hormone balance. She teaches all over the world and features on various TV programs including national syndicated NBC Bloom, as well as The Marilyn Denis Show in Canada. She is a published author of “OH SH*T!” the 3 stress-less steps to connect, clear, and calm your digestion.   In This Episode How caster oil packs work [10:00] Why you should never buy castor oil in plastic [20:00] How castor oil packs help with detox and improving gut health [28:00] How to start using castor oil packs [29:00] How often you should change your castor oil pack [37:00] What to look for in a castor oil [41:45] Who can’t use castor oil packs [44:00] How to use castor oil to promote hair growth [46:00]  Links & ResourcesUse Code CALM for 10% Off Adrenal Calm Download Your Free Copy of 50 Shades of PooUse Code DRGRAY10 for 10% off Castor Oil Packs at This Link OnlyFind Dr. Marisol Teijeiro OnlineFollow Dr. Marisol Teijeiro on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 42: Benefits Of Sauna Therapy With Nicole CarlsonEpisode 43: Liver Cleansing With Steven DakeEpisode 40: Power Of Essential Oils With Jodi Sternoff Cohen

Various forms of fasting have become one of the favored strategies for dieting in recent years. One approach, prolonged fasting, has numerous benefits when it comes to dieting and aging well that differentiates it from other methods. Dr. James Kelley joins me to discuss whether prolonged fasting is right for you. Benefits of prolonged fasting include: Neuroplasticity Lower parasympathetic tone Improved heart rate variability Reduced insulin intolerance Increased cellular health Lower blood pressure  About Dr. James KelleyJames completed his M.D. at The Ohio State University and was the inaugural Research Fellow at the Ohio Health Research and Innovation Institute. He finished his MBA at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Cell Biology from the University of Virginia and completed his Neuroscience Master's coursework at Miami University.Prior to joining the L-Nutra team, he was the head of Inventor Services at The Innovation Institute, a partnership with the Cleveland Clinic Innovations group focused on developing and commercializing new and innovative healthcare solutions.  In This Episode What intermittent fasting and time-restricted fasting is [2:12] How prolonged fasting is different from other more common fasting methods [5:05] How autophagy helps the body build healthier cells when fasting [8:58] What happens to nutrient-sensing pathways during a fast [14:50] How Prolon can help you achieve the benefits of a prolonged fast [19:32] What clinical trials have shown researchers [31:50] Tips for being more comfortable while fasting and who shouldn’t do it [35:20] How ProLon has changed since its initial development [40:47]  Links & ResourcesRead The Magnificence of Magnesium and use code MAGNESIUM for 10% Off Magnesium Products ProLonProLon ProfessionalReference this podcast to get $25 off your order of either Prolon or ProLon Professional when you order from the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic.L-NutraThe Longevity Diet by Victor Longo Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 11: Intermittent Fasting Truths with Cynthia Thurlow

Improving your digestive health is one of the most vital things you can do to improve your overall health. By reducing your toxic load and doing regular liver detoxes, your health will start to improve. Steven Dake of Ortho Molecular Products, the company that created the Core Restore Liver Cleansing Program, speaks about what steps we can take to reduce our symptoms of toxic overload and the importance of regularly cleansing the liver. The Four “R” Approach to Improving Gastrointestinal Health: Remove Toxins Replace Toxin Containing Foods & Products Re-establish Good Gut Health Repair & Rebalance  About Steven DakeWe all have pivotal moments in our respective health journeys that mold and shape our future. For Steven Dake, this was the passing of his beloved grandfather and the exposure of his battle lost to Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. As an agent for change in the battle against chronic disease, Steven began his career working alongside several hundred functional physicians, ranging in specialty from autoimmunity and Lyme to metabolic disorders. He now has the privilege of interacting and consulting with thousands of functionally-minded practitioners. Through all of that, Steven has garnered a vast array of best practices that he has the blessing of sharing with clinicians and their patient communities. It gives him a great sense of purpose knowing that a single conversation with a clinician can positively impact an entire community.   In This Episode What the pillars of Gastrointestinal (GI) health are [4:30] What toxins are and where they come from [6:15] Why you should roll your windows down while driving on the freeway [12:30] Some of the symptoms of a toxic overload [25:00] What happens when you start a liver cleanse [30:00] Why you should follow the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen guides [38:00] Who should not use the Core Restore program [41:00] How often you should cleanse your liver [46:00]  Links & ResourcesCheck out the Why Antioxidants are Important blog and get 10% off Mitochondrial Complex with code ENERGY Core Restore Liver Detox- Vanilla - Use code "liverdetox" for 10% off Core Restore Liver Detox- Chocolate - Use code "liverdetox" for 10% off Core Restore 14 Day Kit (Vanilla)Core Restore 14 Day Kit (Chocolate) Documentaries to WatchStink The Human ExperimentLiving Downstream Books to ReadSilent Spring by Rachel Carson Check out the Environmental Working GroupDownload the Healthy Living AppDirty DozenClean Fifteen Find Steve Dake on LinkedIn Find Ortho Molecular Products OnlineFollow Ortho Molecular Products on LinkedIn Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 6: 5 Supplements Myths Pt 1 W/ Tom HouleEpisode 7: 5 Supplements Myths Pt 2 W/ Tom HouleEpisode 10: 5 Pillars Of A Toxin-free Lifestyle With Aimee Carlson

Forty-five minutes in a sauna every other day is the perfect time to relax, meditate or pray, and release toxins. Not to mention all the other health benefits regular sauna use provides! Health and wellness expert, Nicole Carlson from Sunlighten Saunas, speaks about how infrared saunas are an essential piece of your wellness routine and what sets these saunas apart from other leading brands. The Benefits of Sauna: Eliminating Toxins & Detoxing the Body Losing Weight Increasing Blood Circulation Improving Immunity Relaxing Reducing Blood Pressure  About Nicole CarlsonNicole Carlson has an extensive background in the health and wellness industry. Her passion is helping others through education, consulting & training to both heal, improve and preserve health and wellness. Nicole specializes in scientific-based yet holistic approaches to healing and life balance. She commits to offering cutting-edge wellness services that empower clients to reach their health goals quickly through light therapy.   In This Episode What infrared light is and how it’s used in the sauna [4:30] What the benefits of far, mid, and near-infrared light are [5:45] Why it’s essential to sweat and eliminate toxins every day [10:30] How sauna use can help the body detox, even from some heavy metal overdoses [13:00] Why you shouldn’t make your own sauna [23:00] The safest way to start using a sauna [35:00]  Links & ResourcesRead The Magnificence of Magnesium and use code MAGNESIUM for 10% Off Magnesium ProductsGet $200 off Cabin Units or $100 off Solo Portable Unit with Free Shipping (a $600 saving!) by Mentioning the Your Longevity Blueprint Podcast, my name, Dr. Stephanie Gray, or naming the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic  Find Sunlighten Saunas OnlineFollow Sunlighten Saunas on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 10: 5 Pillars Of A Toxin-free Lifestyle With Aimee CarlsonEpisode 34: How To Better Your Am Routine With Jane HoganEpisode 30: Soma Breathing For Longevity With Jen Broyles

It’s never too late to start reducing the toxic load in your home. I’m joined by Genevieve White who brings her incredible story back from chronic illness. Genevieve also shares some insight into how to start reducing your household toxins, from easy to implement tips to longer-term projects to undertake. The Easiest & Most Impactful Way to Reduce Your Toxic Load: Open your windows every day Leave your shoes at the door Dust often with a moist rag Remove the phthalates in your home  About Genevieve WhiteGenevieve White healed herself from years of chronic fatigue, digestive disorders, and generalized pain through extensive detoxification of both her body and her living environment. This experience moved her to leave her career in marketing and become a Certified Health Coach and Environmental Health Specialist. In this capacity, she works with people on the autoimmune spectrum that haven’t been able to get the help they need from their doctors. Together they address diet and lifestyle factors that ultimately lead to more energy, better digestion, and resolved inflammation. Her knowledge and expertise make her a go-to resource for people experiencing chronic conditions, and her interviews and writing are available on a variety of online natural health summits, docu-series, and websites.  In This Episode How to remove heavy metal toxicity from your body [9:00] Why the air inside our home is more toxic than the air outside [10:30] Some of the hidden sources of plastic you need to be aware of [14:00] Why you need to replace your household plastics with less toxic materials [18:00] Why environmental toxins relate to chronic disease [24:30] How to easily reduce your household toxic load [34:00]  Links & ResourcesCheck Out Why Antioxidants are Important on the Blog and use Code ENERGY for 10% off Mitochondrial ComplexGet your Free copy of How to Make or Buy Personal Care Products that Support Your Health Buy a Magnolia Barrier Protector for your MattressBuy a Mattress Wrap to Block Off-Gassing ChemicalsLearn About Safety Ratings for Household CleanersFind Made Safe Online Find Genevieve White OnlineFollow Genevieve White on Instagram | Facebook Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 10: 5 Pillars Of A Toxin-free Lifestyle With Aimee CarlsonEpisode 32: Happy Hormones For Life With Dr. Deb MatthewEpisode 15: Community And Curiosity For Longevity With Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum

Essential oils can be a vital part of your health and wellness routine. Despite them being quite a hot topic right now, the science behind why essential oils work is fascinating. Jodi Sternoff Cohen, the founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, joins me today to talk all about essential oils for health. Essential Oils are Most Effective for Five Specific Things: Balancing the Nervous System Supporting Restful Sleep Helping Move Lymph Flow and Circulation Calming the Endocrine System Modulating the Immune System  About Jodi Sternoff CohenJodi Sternoff Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner, and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils, where she has combined her training in nutritional therapy and aromatherapy to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. She has helped over 50,000 clients heal from brain-related challenges, including anxiety, insomnia, and autoimmunity. For the past ten years, she has lectured at wellness centers, conferences, and corporations on brain health, essential oils, stress, and detoxification. She has been seen in The New York Times, Wellness Mama, Elephant Journal, and numerous publications. Her website, vibrantblueoils.com, is visited by over 300,000 natural health seekers every year, and she has rapidly become a top resource for essential oils education on the Internet today. Jodi would like to talk about her new book - "Essential Oils to Boost the Brain and Heal the Body", She can talk about the Parasympathetic state and how it can support your health.   In This Episode What oil blend helped Jodi feel herself for the first time in years [6:30] Why smell is the fastest route to the brain [14:00] How to choose a safe and organic essential oil [15:30] What health conditions essential oils are best for [18:00] What the role of carrier oil is [22:30] How essential oils are beneficial to middle-aged women [31:00] How children can use essential oils [37:00] What pets and animals can be exposed to essential oils [47:00]  Links & ResourcesUse code CALM for 10% off Adrenal Calm Use code LIVERDETOX for 10% off the Core Restore Program Use Code BLUEPRINT10 for $10 OffAll OilsParasympathetic - 5mLHypothalamus - 5mLLymph - 5mL Pre-Order Essential Oils to Boost the Brain & Heal the Body by Jodi Sternoff CohenDownload your FREE Bonus Chapter Find Jodi Sternoff Cohen OnlineFollow Jodi Sternoff Cohen on Instagram | Facebook | Facebook Group | YouTube | LinkedIn | Pinterest Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 31: Gut/Brain Connection With Dr. Lauryn LaxEpisode 30: Soma Breathing For Longevity With Jen BroylesEpisode 32: Happy Hormones For Life With Dr. Deb Matthew

Testosterone is more important than estrogen in women. Have I got your attention? Dr. Gary Donovitz joins me to talk about testosterone replacement therapy for men and women. He explains the importance of this hormone in women and why it’s more important to focus on it before estrogen. Benefits of Testosterone Pellets Bone Density Increase Improved Brain Function Better Mood Thicker Hair More Restful Sleep Increased Muscle Function  About Dr. Gary DonovitzDr. Gary Donovitz is the founder and chairman of BioTE®️ Medical.He is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist. He has sought to provide each patient with compassionate high-quality care for the past 30 years. After witnessing how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, or BHRT, helped one of his patients, Dr. Donovitz dedicated himself to pioneering BHRT through his work with BioTE Medical. He is an international teacher of BHRT, and his company BioTE Medical is a leading innovator in subcutaneous hormone pellet therapy. Dr. Donovitz himself has performed more than 50,000 pellet insertions and shared the BioTE method with thousands of practitioners nationwide. He is a current fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, as well as a fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine. Dr. Donovitz has spent his life- making wellness available for those that traditional medicine has often ignored, and his company, BioTE Medical, is changing the face of health care for us all.   In This Episode Why testosterone is important for men’s health [9:00] What role testosterone has in women’s health [13:15] What effect different forms of estrogen replacement have on the body [17:00] Why testosterone matters more at first than estrogen [20:00] Some of the symptoms of low testosterone in menopause [21:00] How testosterone impacts women with PCOS [27:30] Why American women have more hormone reduction than women on other continents [43:50] Possible side effects of testosterone replacement therapy [50:00]  Links & ResourcesUse code ESTROGENDETOX for 10% off DimUse code LIVERDETOX for 10% off Core Restore Visit My Clinic, the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic, to find out more about testosterone pellets in Iowa.Buy Testosterone Matters… More!: The Secret to Healthy Aging in Women by Dr. Gary DonovitzFind Dr. Gary Donovitz OnlineFollow Dr. Gary Donovitz on Instagram | Facebook Find Your Longevity Blueprint OnlineFollow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedInGet your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses hereFind Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online  Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedInIntegrative Health and Hormone ClinicPodcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative  Related Episodes Episode 8: Male 2.0 W/ Dr. Tracy GapinEpisode 38: Sexual Regenerative Medicine With Susan BrattonEpisode 32: Happy Hormones For Life With Dr. Deb Matthew