The Made to Thrive Show

Wow! This episode is truly mind-blowing. Dr Porter’s genius and knowledge about the brain and brain health is unparalleled. Patrick K. Porter, PhD is the creator of BrainTap®, a global leading company in brain fitness. Prior to founding BrainTap, Patrick dedicated his life to studying neuropsychology, and eventually arrived to the conclusion that once established “facts” like there is a set number of brain cells, that intelligence quotient is fixed and that our brains do not change are in fact not true. Patrick’s clinical experience and research rather revealed that the human brain is, in fact, plastic, making it capable of change, improvement, and expansion. He and BrainTap has since worked with heads of state to athletic superstars, educators, executives, founders, and everyday people wanting to be at their best.Join us as we explore:Stories of BrainTap success from stopping babies crying, to MMA fighters envisioning success and Olympic athletes reaching new heights. How BrainTap’s recovery technology is capable of amazing health optimization. From treating undiagnosed traumatic brain injuries to healing adrenal fatigue and even liver and pancreas dysfunction.The power of BrainTap in the fight against auto-immune disease with “soul tech”.Each state of brain waves, why one is no better than the other – we need them all! –, the connection between DMT and theta waves and the danger of “neurological lock”.Why Dr Porter has only measured three people ever who beat the power of BrainTap’s! How one night of good, high quality deep sleep is worth 30,000 dollars of serotonin.The fact that the brain is so powerful Dr Porter trained himself to turn off pain and do surgery without anesthetics! Dr Porter’s daily routine including using BrainTap three times a dayContact:Website - https://braintap.comMentionsAuthor – Steven Coby, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Institution – All Indian Institutes of Medical Science, https://research.braintap.com/about/Book – Anna Wise, Awakening The Mind: A Guide To Harnessing the Power of Your Brainwaves, https://www.amazon.com/Awakening-Mind-Harnessing-Brainwaves-Paperback/dp/B015QKXDDYProduct – TB12 Clothing, https://tb12sports.comPodcast - How To Transform Your Subconscious Mind With Dr Bruce Lipton, https://youtu.be/-cCz7-qMC2ESupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

The FlexBeam is one of the most incredible, game-changing health optimisation devices I have ever used! It was also developed by an incredible woman in Dr. Zulia Frost. That’s why we are so proud to be an official partner and distributor of the FlexBeam and are launching it at an incredible, limited time price with nearly R 4,000 of savings! Basically, a 30% discount!If you have muscle pain, injuries, inflammation and honestly so much more, the FlexBeam is for you!https://madetothrive.co.za/special-deals/flexbeam-targeted-red-light-device/Dr Zulia Frost MD. DCM. DAc graduated as a Doctor of General Medicine and Paediatrics from the State Medical Institute, Almaty, Kazakhstan. Following her internship at a children’s hospital, Zulia worked in a specialist emergency aid hospital before completing post-graduate training in ultrasonic diagnostics and radiology. After practicing medicine for 10 years, Zulia relocated to the UK, where she discovered Non-invasive Interactive Neuromodulation (NIN) and has since become recognised as the leading therapist and trainer. Zulia’s pioneering work in the field of Interactive Neuromodulation therapy. She is now working at InterX Clinic UK and affiliated with NRG inc, and closely involved in overseeing and facilitating clinical studies in the UK and has authored two published peer-reviewed papers. She also practices Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture, cold (low) intensity lasers biophotomodulation therapy and energy medicine at the InterX Clinic and has most recently developed the FlexBeam, a revolutionary recovery device that uses targeted red and near-infrared light proven to accelerate your body’s recovery and optimize health.Join us as we explore:The energy healing masterclass – from the Flexbeam, to NIN and laser biophotomodulation. What the FlexBeam is, how it works, where to use it and how it can end fatigue and pain in your life.Why with like everything in health, not all red light is created equal and one must always consider quality and quantity and if there a point of too much red-light therapy.The connection between red-light therapy and collagen.If someone can use the Flexbeam on their testicles to boost testosterone and growth hormone!?If there are EMF concerns in the Flexbeam?Contact:Website - https://drzulia.comMentions Product – Flexbeam, https://recharge.health/product/the-flexbeamSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Do you want your heart to be stronger for longer and prevent a heart attack? The knowledge shared in this episode is more valuable than gold, and could save your and your loved ones’ lives!Dr. Michael Twyman focuses on the prevention and early detection of heart disease, with his stated passion being heart attack prevention. He utilizing the best of conventional medicine, integrative/functional medicine, quantum medicine and biohacking to get to the root cause of cardiovascular issues. His practice Apollo Cardiology is in St. Louis, Missouri. Join us as we explore:How to stop heart attacks in their tracks up to 20 years before they could happen using the right tests and preventative habits because while heart attacks are they are “definitely preventable”.The number one most important thing Dr. Twyman tells his patients about heart health!Behaviors, devices and biohacks to maintain healthy blood pressure.Why Dr. Twyman believes there should be pediatric preventative heart attack cardiologists working with people from their teens!Why heart health cannot be separated from nitric oxide health.Cholesterol, and why there is no such thing as good or bad cholesterol!The links between uric acid, insulin resistance, seed oils and circadian rhythm and heart attacks.Protein, heart health and muscle-centric medicine.ContactWebsite https://drtwyman.comMentionsPodcast – Dr. Gabrielle Lyon: Prevent heart disease and live longer, https://youtu.be/vd0hONrSCkYTest – 24-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring, https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/16330-24-hour-ambulatory-blood-pressure-monitoringPodcast - Tired? Exhausted? Apathetic? Then Listen to this Nitric Oxide Masterclass, https://youtu.be/bi8UxSjbDMcTest – DEXA Scan, https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dexa-scan/SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowCONTACT Steve Stavs and join our community:https://www.facebook.com/MadeToThriveZA/     https://www.facebook.com/SteveStavsSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Dr. Kara Fitzgerald received her doctorate of naturopathic medicine from National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon, received a post-doctorate position in nutritional biochemistry and laboratory science at Metametrix (now Genova) Clinical Laboratory and completed her residency at Progressive Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia.With the Helfgott Research Institute, Dr. Fitzgerald is actively engaged in clinical research on the DNA methylome using a diet and lifestyle intervention developed in her practice. The first publication from the study focuses on reversal of biological aging and was published 04-12-2021 in the journal Aging. That research and its application-based program with DNA methylation assessment was released in her 2022 book Younger You: Reduce Your Bio Age and Live Longer, Better, which touts three-years of age reversal after just 8-weeks of interventions! Join us as we explore:Why Dr. Fitzgerald’s DNA methylation diet and lifestyle approach to functional health exploded onto the health and wellness world!The incredible wisdom in epi-nutrients that want to work for your epigenetic expression by turning the right genes one and leaving you younger and healthier.The hard science behind why – as we always say here at Made To Thrive – your number one source for age-reversing nutrients should always come first from nature’s superfoods before supplements.The tension between building and maintaining muscle-mass and eating protein versus some science around centenarians and longevity.What it takes to stay younger for longer from sleep, stress, lifestyle, fasting and movement.The relationship between biohacking and longevity.Contact:Website - https://www.drkarafitzgerald.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/Mentions:Podcast – Dr Gundry, The A to Z to Eradicating Auto-Immune Disease By Unlocking The Keto Code, https://youtu.be/ovbUGAn5OMcPodcast – Dr Wahls, Hope Is Here The Auto-Immune Masterclass, https://youtu.be/vef7H38LOw8Person – Dr Gabrielle Lyons, https://findingmastery.net/gabrielle-lyon/SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

I don’t think I’ve ever had someone like Ari on the show before. He is someone who has literally been in the rooms that have created the future we are living in today. Including why we all want to walk 10,000 steps!  Ari Tulla is the co-founder of Elo, a company that takes optimizing wellness and nutrition to the next level. From the Finnish word for “life” or “happiness”, Elo is a quick, at-home blood test that is then used to build a precise micronutrient plan for each person’s unique needs. It is a pioneering solution in the smart-nutrition space, and something Ari has been working on for over 20 years. Ari is an entrepreneur, dad, wannabe surfer and avid rock climber living in San Francisco. He focuses on solving problems that help people live better lives, like he has done with Elo.Join us as we explore:The dire situation of lifespan and healthspan, where national populations are getting chronically ill at drastic rates and 20-30 years earlier than their parents.What Elo is, how it was designed, how it is evolving with technology and science and how its most powerful impact will be as a “game” that makes you feel good and healthier.Why building trust and accountability is Elo’s most important step and how they do it.Ari’s unique journey and “why” that led him to starting not just Elo but investing in a host of health-related companies.How to use the OURA, and a sleep related rule Ari hasn’t broken in 7 years!!!Ari’s perspective on health coaches, future AI centered medicine, CGMs and movement (not exercise!)A special message of hope from someone who has been part of creating the future for the past 30 years.ContactWebsite - https://www.elo.healthMentionsCompany – Virta Health, https://www.virtahealth.com/how-it-worksArticle – How Apple is empowering people with their health information: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2022/07/how-apple-is-empowering-people-with-their-health-information/Schedule a FREE 15 min discovery call with Steve and let’s get started on your journey to thriving: https://bit.ly/3BcTsFwSUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support:Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Today I’m with the Mikes! Mike Sharman and Stopforth are wizards of the digital world and masters of telling the stories that connect brands and companies with people. But both have been on unique and powerful personal, professional and health journeys. That’s what we dive into today.Mike Sharman specialises in helping B2B and B2C digital social media posts go viral. He is the co-founder of Retroviral Digital Communications and RetroActive Digital, and the author of the best-selling book The Best Dick: A Candid Account of Building a $1 m Business. He is an expert in all things digital, marketing and viral.He is the author of the brand new book Brandalism: https://www.exclusivebooks.co.za/product/9781990931635  Mike Stopforth is the founder of consulting firm Beyond Binary, co-founder of social media crisis consultancy 48HOURS, a keynote speaker, and podcast host. Prior to this work Mike built Cerebra into Africa's leading social media agency, selling it to WPP in 2013. Before that he co-founded Afrigator, an aggregator for African content creators, selling it to Naspers in 2008.Join us as we explore:Why Mike Sharman wrote his latest book NAME but how to try and mitigate the pains of writing a book.Mike Sharman’s journey from standard “gyming” to a functional movement mindset.How three key changes of perspective are helping Mike Stopforth, a coachee of mine, transform his health and life. The power of partnering with yourself and loving yourself by asking “would I do this to someone I love”.The trappings of the entrepreneurial grind, and why both Mikes needed moments of suffering to see the changes their bodies and minds were begging them to make.What we do with our kids to help them navigate past the pain points both Mikes experienced.How each Mike deal with or even leverage stress in the ever-shifting modern world, and why stress is not the same as anxiety.Mentions:Testimonial – Mike Stopforth, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8OWLrzfwHM&t=1sBook – Cal Newport, A World Without Email: Reimagining Work in An Age of Communication Overload, https://www.amazon.com/World-Without-Email-Reimagining-Communication-ebook/dp/B08BKSJX1MAuthor – Julia Donaldson, Children’s Books Author.Book – Lost Connections: Why You’re Depressed and How To Find Hope, Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

It’s been a year since Jon Levy was on the show, and a lot has happened in the world as well as in Jon’s life since. I’m so happy to have him back because we authentically connect and have fun doing it.Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist best known for his work in influence, human connection, and decision making. Jon specializes in applying the latest research to transform the ways companies approach marketing, sales, consumer engagement, and culture. His clients range from Fortune 500 brands, like Microsoft, Google, AB-InBev, and Samsung, to startups.More than a decade ago, Jon founded The Influencers Dinner, a secret dining experience for industry leaders ranging from Nobel laureates, Olympians, celebrities, and executives, to artists, musicians, and even the Grammy winning voice of the bark from “Who Let the Dogs Out.” Guests cook dinner together, but can’t discuss their career or give their last name, and once seated to eat, they reveal who they are. Over time, these dinners developed into a community. With thousands of members, Influencers is the largest community of its type worldwide. This project became the basis of his NYT best-selling book “You’re Invited: The Art and Science of Cultivating Influence”.Join us as we explore:What Jon learnt about connection from his recently deceased father, a true influencer and connector himself. The critical role of anti-fragility in the human social species, and how that skill has atrophied decade by decade since the 1950s.Why America lost a third of its social ties in less than 10 years!How to upskill socially the young generations and help them create deeper bonds.If Jon can alleviate my concern that people are not valuing their communities and kindness as a value. The Friendship Formula, the Fudge Factor and why wealth is not compatible with social bonds!The tradeoff between being part of larger society and the sense of belonging in true community.How a book about an alpha wolf got it all wrong about leadership and being the boss.Mentions:Study – Why It’s Good To Have A BFF At Work, https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/6759-friends-at-work.html  Website – MeetUp, https://www.meetup.comStudy – How a tiny Pennsylvania town held the secrets to long life, https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/slate-belt/2016/01/roseto_effect_carmen_ruggiero.html         Theory – The FriendsSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Dr. Ian Weinberg, a consultant neurosurgeon and pioneer of psychoneuro-immunology (PNI), merges Buddhist principles with modern neuroscience to enhance well-being. He discusses the transformative impact of mindset on health, exploring consciousness and epigenetics. Dr. Weinberg introduces his Triangles Model Application, revealing how early life experiences shape personality archetypes. He also highlights innovative tools for measuring individual resilience in workplaces and the potential of neuromodulation and psychedelics in personal transformation.

Kristin Weitzel is a health and high performance maven, certified fitness trainer, breath work instructor, and nutritionist with a focus on guiding women to optimal health. Taking action is her nature, coaching females to create lasting change and build stronger, healthier futures by taking full control of their biology, food, and fitness.Her achievements as a brand strategist, entrepreneur, and global marketer for Fortune 500 brands have given her the ability to travel extensively and continually discover how what we do affects how we show up in the world. As a progressive voice, dynamic leader, and active biohacking proponent, she questions how far the human body can go and helps people take it there.Today join us as we explore:Where biological women are missing it with regards to healthWomen who are struggling with their wellbeing: How do we look at getting ourselves strong as opposed to making ourselves smallerThe “here and now”  is preciousThe power of mindset and our belief systemSpeaking internal confidence pieces into our children’s livesExercise building grit and transferable skillsCold plunges and breath workMost optimal time for women to trainBody composition vs weightStrong daily and weekly routinesHormonal regulation and dysregulationSupplementationsHow to maintain and sustain your transformationContact:Website – https://www.warriorwomanmode.comInstagram - @warriorwomanmodeSchedule a FREE 15 min discovery call with Steve and let’s get started on your journey to thriving: https://bit.ly/3BcTsFwSUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowCONTACT Steve Stavs and join our community:https://www.facebook.com/MadeToThriveZA/     https://www.facebook.com/SteveStavsZA/https://www.instagram.com/stevestavsza/  Send me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Dr Catherine Davies MBBCh, MBA is a medical doctor who qualified at Wits in 1998 before completing an MBA at Henley Business School in 2007. She has a special interest in hair restoration and aesthetics, and has been performing follicular unit extraction (FUE) aka hair transplants since 2006. She has become an expert in this field and lectures at both local and international conferences. At Rejuv-nation Clinic, she focuses on treatments that harness the body’s own resources to heal, rejuvenate and regenerate hair, skin and body shape. The goal is to use minimally invasive, safe procedures to optimise aesthetic outcomes for men and women.Join us as we explore:How Dr Davies got into hair transparent and replacement after noticing chemotherapy patients were not growing their eyebrows back.Why Dr Davies is seeing more hair loss than ever!Follicular unit extraction (FUE) aka hair transplant surgery – the how, what, why from the doctor who does it.What causes hair loss and balding? Is it only genetic? A side effect of disease? Or do lifestyle factors contribute? Spoiler – they do!The very real psychological and emotional impact of hair loss on the human psyche.Safe hairstyles, dangerous beauty products, natural and biohacking treatments for hair loss and why Dr Davies is very reluctant to prescribe pharmaceutical treatments.Shock dieting? Expect hair shedding in 3 months!Anabolic steroids, TRT, PRP, peptides, stem cells, scalp mobility and exercises!Contact: Telephone +27114409664MentionsPodcast – Dr Bhana - SA’s Leading Endocrinologist Shares a Thyroid Masterclass, https://youtu.be/xc_JbPEFTUkPodcast – Jay Campbell - The Why, The What and The When of Testosterone, Peptides, and Growth Hormone Interventions, https://youtu.be/ryE7BYS63xESchedule a FREE 15 min discovery call with Steve and let’s get started on your journey to thriving: https://bit.ly/3BcTsFwSUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowCONTACT Steve Stavs and join our community:https://www.facebook.com/MadeToThriveZA/     https://www.facebook.com/SteveStaSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/