Today we are joined by Health Coach, Ariana Fiorita, to talk about gluten sensitivities and digestive health. Ariana highlights the difference between gluten sensitivities and Celiac - and how these manifest in the body. They also discuss elimination diets vs reduction diets, how long it takes for gluten to leave the body, hidden sources for where gluten might be hiding, tips for traveling while gluten free, and so much more. Plus, why so many people can eat gluten in places like Europe, but not the U.S. 

In this episode, we sat down with Dr. Amando González (Dr. Mondo), a Marriage & Family Therapist and Mental Wellness Coach to Elite Professional Athletes, as well as the founder of Cheatcode and The Cheatcode Foundation. He reveals how he works to maximize the mental performance of elite athletes and executives and which mental fitness strategies he applies. Dr. Mondo discusses the importance of creating discipline and cultivating a healthy mindset. He even provides tactical ways in which you can workout your neural pathways at home to improve your overall mental health.

In honor of Valentine's Day Dr. Mike Stone and Dr. Mike Mallin sit down to discuss their levers for optimizing heart health. They explain the science behind what exactly causes a heart attack, cholesterol, and inflammation's impact on heart health. Plus, other biomarkers Dr. Mallin looks at for cardiovascular health and longevity. 

In part 1 Dr. Mike Stone and Trei Trackett discussed how effective traditional health pillars can be on longevity - in part 2 they discuss additional strategies. Such as state of the art tests for biological age, how these tests work, what's happening at a cellular level as we age and during interventions. They explain the deep science behind why protocols like fasting are so beneficial for longevity and what misinformation is out there around longevity. Stay tuned for part three where they discuss molecules like NAD, Quercetin, Metformin and more.

Dr. Mike Mallin and Dr. Mike Stone break down the science around the recent trend of "dopamine hacking." They explain what dopamine is,how it relates to productivity and motivation, and it's other main functions in the brain. Plus, why you may want to dopamine 'detox' instead, what increases dopamine levels, why metabolic flexibility matters for brain health, and what else you can do for better neurocognitive performance.

On this episode of the podcast, we sat down with Dr. Duncan French, Director of Performance Sciences at the University of Notre Dame and top performance coach to professional athletes, world champions, and olympic athletes. He breaks down what athletes do to perform at their peak and why consistency is the most important element for success. Dr. Duncan sheds light on the use of EKG’s for optimizing performance and tracking the success of interventions, his thoughts on Zone 2 cardio, and what cutting-edge strategies he’s currently implementing to stay ahead of the game.    

From acai berries to pomegranate to kale, we’ve recently given certain foods *super* status. But, is there any truth behind these claims and what does our team think are true 'superfoods'? Plus, Dr. Mike Stone and Dr. Carl Seger breakdown their healthiest, most nutrient dense meal.

Today we are joined by health coach, Naushad Godrej to learn about primal movement and how to practice it. Practicing primal movements can help with strength, mobility, and motor control through the dynamic ranges of motions you practice. Whether you're looking to enhance athletic performance, help prevent injuries, aide in injury recovery, or stay mobile and active as you age, primal movement can benefit anyone from young to old. You'll leave with actionable steps for incorparing primal movement into your movement and fitness routine.   Learn more about GMB here: https://gmb.io 

Healthspan is the total number of years lived without disease while lifespan is the total number of years lived. Trei Tackett, Director of Health Coach Education, and Dr. Mike Stone cover the key health pillars and how to extend your healthspan. You'll learn which diets are best for healthspan, how protein plays a role in healthspan, the best forms of movements, and key takeaways for optimizing sleep for a healthier, longer life. 

Health Coach Kelly James joins us today to discuss mindset and mindfulness work. She'll teach you how to check in with your body, reflect on your thoughts in the moment, and how to 'get out of your mind.' Kelly and Dr. Mike Stone break down examples and step-by-step instructions for how to practice mindfulness in real-world scenarios such as frustrations at the grocery store or during busy, stressful days. You'll leave this episode with a better idea of how to live in the moment and move through your day with more calm.