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Jul 23, 2024 • 46min

EPI 157: Why You Should Get A DNA Test To See What Genes You Have (Or Don't Have) So You Can Address Any Imbalances. With Cofounder of The DNA Company Kashif Khan

Show notes: (1:41) Kashif’s journey and discovery of genomics (10:29) Supporting mitochondrial health (12:20) APOE gene and Alzheimer's risk (18:01) Importance of taking action based on genetic insights (24:15) Methylation and holistic DNA testing approach (29:55) The role of DNA in understanding health outcomes (34:05) Common genetic issues, particularly in female hormone health (36:15) The DNA Company's approach to interpreting results (40:42) Future possibilities with gene editing technologies (44:22) Outro Who is Kashif Khan?   Kashif Khan is an entrepreneur and investor who has built, run, and scaled businesses across a range of industries. He is the co-founder of The DNA Company, an innovative provider of functional genomics solutions for personalized and preventative health and wellness.   Kashif is also the co-founder of Youtrients, a company providing personalized supplement formulations based on unique DNA analysis. Connect with Kashif: Websites: https://thednacompany.com/                   https://kashkhanofficial.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrkashkhan IG: https://www.instagram.com/kashkhanofficial/?hl=en Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram
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Jul 16, 2024 • 57min

EPI 156: Mary Ruddick Travels The World To Study The Last Remaining Traditional Cultures. Learn Her Top Insights As To What Makes Them Healthier Than Us

Show notes: (1:24) Mary’s background and motivation for exploring traditional cultures (3:07) The diversity of diets among global tribes and their implications for health (10:48) Traditional diets vs modern Western diets and their impact on health (17:24) Carbohydrate intake among traditional cultures (22:20) Longevity and disease resistance among traditional communities (27:55) Modern plant processing and GMO risks (32:57) Animal protein-based diets for health improvement (37:08) Different types of dairy  (44:50) Importance of daylight exposure for microbiome health (50:09) Impact of synthetic clothing on hormones and skin microbiome (54:57) Where to find Mary (55:42) Outro Who is Mary Ruddick?   Dubbed the "Sherlock Holmes of Health" for her unique ability to expeditiously assess and remediate rare neuromuscular conditions that others have deemed impossible, Mary Ruddick can regularly be found endangering herself in the untouched corners of the world to learn from and distill the wisdom from the last remaining traditional cultures.  She shares her findings and knowledge via her sought after keynote speeches, 100+ podcast appearances, her published articles, and her work both in front and behind the camera.  Connect with Mary: Website: https://www.maryruddick.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryruddick Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enableyourhealing/ IG: http://nstagram.com/maryqueenofheart YT: https://www.youtube.com/@maryruddick777 Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  
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Jul 9, 2024 • 48min

EPI 155: Dr. Ted Naiman Shares His SATIETY Index Per Calorie For Different Foods As Well As His Protein To Energy Ratio Which Is The Master Concept Behind Every Dietary Strategy

Dr. Ted Naiman, a board-certified Family Medicine physician, discusses protein leverage, carnivore diet benefits, plant vs. animal protein, essential amino acids, satiety index, and protein intake recommendations in an engaging conversation on health optimization and nutrition strategies.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 52min

EPI 154: Dr. Neha Sangwan - How Your Emotions and Your Communication Affect Your Health and What You Can Do To Improve It. Plus How To Avoid Burnout and Perform at Your Best

Dr. Neha Sangwan, a specialist in internal medicine, discusses stress, burnout, and the mind-body connection. She shares tips on managing emotions, reframing negative thoughts, and building holistic health. The importance of effective communication in maintaining emotional well-being and overall health is highlighted.
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Jun 25, 2024 • 45min

EPI 153: Dr. Charles Brenner - Pioneer In NAD Research Discusses Which Molecules Work Best For Increasing NAD And Why It's Important. Should You Take NR, NMN, or NAD IV's

Show notes: (1:25) Introduction to NAD (4:09) Differences between NR, NMN, and NAD (7:05) The discovery of NR (12:23) Applications and commercialization of NR (22:42) Clinical studies on the benefits of NR (27:09) The effectiveness of NR (29:57) Differing standards in blood marker tests (34:05) Immune response triggered by NAD treatments (37:53) Debunking the myths around resveratrol (39:05) Niagen and the science behind NR supplements (42:03) Where to find Dr. Brenner (43:08) Outro Who is Dr. Charles Brenner?   Charles Brenner is the Alfred E Mann Family Foundation Chair in Diabetes and Cancer Metabolism in the Department of Diabetes & Cancer Metabolism. His laboratory focuses on disturbances in nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD), the central catalyst of metabolism, in diseases and conditions of metabolic stress.   Among his most significant discoveries, he identified nicotinamide riboside as an unanticipated vitamin precursor of NAD. He also developed a quantitative metabolomic technology that allowed him to discover that the NAD system is disturbed by many diseases and conditions of metabolic stress including diabetes and cancer.   Specifically, Dr. Brenner and colleagues have found that in animal models of fatty liver, type 2 diabetes, diabetic and chemotherapeutic neuropathy, central brain injury, heart failure, postpartum and coronavirus infection, the NAD system is disturbed. In these models, provision of nicotinamide riboside is highly protective.   Dr. Brenner led the team that conducted the first clinical trial of nicotinamide riboside establishing safe oral availability and has participated in trials establishing safety and potential activities of nicotinamide riboside in clearance of liver fat and depression of common markers of inflammation. He continues to research how the NAD system is dysregulated as a function of postpartum, coronavirus infection, inflammatory conditions, diabesity and specific malignancies with the dual goals of defining mechanisms of biological regulation and developing safe preventative and therapeutic interventions for people. Connect with Dr. Brenner: Website: https://www.brennerlab.net/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlesMBrenner IG: https://www.instagram.com/charlesmbrenner/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  
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Jun 18, 2024 • 49min

EPI 152: Tips For Better Fertility, Healthier Pregnancy, And Setting Your Child Up For A Healthy Life. With Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Lily Nichols

Show notes: (1:09) What got Lily into the work she does today (2:29) Maternal health and its impact on the baby’s long-term health (5:18) Addressing fertility challenges with nutrition (13:56) Role of supplements in preconception and pregnancy (17:29) Recommended foods for fertility and pregnancy (23:52) Managing stress and its impact on fertility (29:41) Toxin exposure and fertility (39:15) Gestational diabetes and how to prevent getting the diagnosis (45:06) Where to find Lily (46:54) Outro Who is Lily Nichols?   Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Drawing from the current scientific literature and the wisdom of traditional cultures, her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and sensible. Lily’s clinical expertise and extensive background in prenatal nutrition have made her a highly sought-after consultant and speaker in the field.   Her work in the field of gestational diabetes, which presents a revolutionary nutrient-dense, lower-carb approach, has not only helped tens of thousands of women manage their gestational diabetes (most without the need for blood sugar-lowering medication), but has also influenced nutrition policies internationally.  You can learn more about her approach in her bestselling book, Real Food for Gestational Diabetes (and online course of the same name).   Lily is also the author of Real Food for Pregnancy, which provides an evidence-based look at the gap between conventional prenatal nutrition guidelines and what’s optimal for mother and baby. With over 930 citations, this is the most comprehensive text on prenatal nutrition to date. Since its publication, it remains the #1 bestselling book on prenatal nutrition.   Lily’s third book, Real Food for Fertility (co-authored with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack), is a comprehensive resource on optimizing preconception nutrition — for both partners — to improve outcomes in fertility, pregnancy, and beyond.    In addition to her books, Lily is the Founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition®, where she mentors other practitioners on perinatal nutrition, and is the co-founder of Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, which offers individual webinars on a variety of women’s health topics.    You can learn from Lily’s extensive library of articles on LilyNicholsRDN.com and her research briefs on Instagram. Connect with Lily: Website: https://lilynicholsrdn.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/lilynicholsrdn FB: https://www.facebook.com/PilatesNutritionist Twitter: https://twitter.com/LilyNicholsRDN   Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  
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Jun 12, 2024 • 45min

EPI 151: The Right & Wrong Way To Lose Weight. Why Your Metabolism Can Make Or Break Your Weight Loss Journey. With The Dietitian That People Go To When Nothing Else Works, Michelle Shapiro RD

Show notes: (0:52) Michelle’s journey of getting into the work she does now (1:53) Wrong and right way to lose weight (3:00) Importance of protein and understanding metabolism (8:49) GLP-1 medications: benefits and risks (12:50) Inflammation and weight gain (17:08) Healthy weight loss strategies and tips (27:16) What role does muscle play in losing weight? (29:07) The psychological aspect of losing weight (31:58) How do they help keep people on track with their health journey? (36:06) ​​Addressing stress and anxiety through physical and emotional root causes (41:27) Where to find Michelle (42:42) Outro Who is Michelle Shapiro?   Michelle Shapiro is an Integrative/ Functional Registered Dietitian from NYC with 8+ years of experience serving over 1000 clients to reverse their anxiety, heal longstanding gut issues and approach weight loss lovingly and in a body-neutral way. Michelle, in her work, aims to bridge the gap for clients between functional nutrition and body positivity. She works with clients one on one in her private practice virtually. Connect with Michelle: Website: https://michelleshapirord.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCObGWYLQaO0jnE_4u2Xx72w   Listen to her podcast: https://www.quietthediet.com/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  
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Jun 4, 2024 • 54min

EPI 150: Dr. Shawn Baker - Super Fit 57 Year Old World Record Holder Shares Why He Switched To Carnivore & What Were The Results. Plus How He Helps Patients Lower Inflammation In Their Body

Dr. Shawn Baker, World Record Holder, discusses his transition to a carnivore diet, benefits for inflammation, athletic performance, and weight loss. Challenges conventional views, emphasizes gut health, and critiques healthcare system reliance on medications. Explores controversies surrounding red meat consumption, including studies on high cholesterol individuals following a ketogenic diet.
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May 28, 2024 • 46min

EPI 149: Dr. Catherine Clinton - Quantum Biology Health Educator Shares Easy Ways To Improve The Energy Charge Of Your Body

Show notes: (1:24) What is quantum biology, and how she got into it? (7:49) The impact of quantum biology on health (12:05) Benefits and importance of grounding (16:19) Measuring electrical charge (25:14) Light management in daily life (31:16) Importance of clean, mineral-rich water (36:12) Tips for mineralizing filtered water (38:18) Hidden health hazards in everyday environments (43:05) Where to find Dr. Clinton (44:09) Outro Who is Dr. Catherine Clinton?   Dr. Catherine Clinton, a licensed naturopathic physician, has spent over 16 years helping people overcome their health issues. Diagnosed with two autoimmune conditions and Lyme disease while in medical school, she began the long and difficult journey of healing—a path that led to the commitment to help others heal not only physically but also return to the relationships we evolved over millennia with for a deeper sense of health and belonging.   By healing herself and patients like her, she discovered that true health comes from our relationships. Dr. Catherine has learned how our quantum biological system is intimately and inseparably connected to the world around us. Our relationship with the dirt beneath our feet, the sun, the wind, the water, the plants, the seasons, and each other is the real medicine.   Her mission is to empower as many people as possible with this knowledge to encourage the paradigm shift we so desperately need. Connect with Dr. Catherine Clinton: Website: https://www.drcatherineclinton.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-clinton-17b87b42/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/dr.catherineclintonnd/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.catherineclinton/?hl=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.catherineclinton Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  
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May 21, 2024 • 50min

EPI 148: Dr. Morgan Nolte - Why Your Insulin Resistance Can Predict Your Future Health. Plus Proven Morning & Evening Routines That Change Your Health & Can Add Years To Your Life

Show notes: (1:48) How Dr. Nolte got into studying insulin resistance (5:28) Understanding insulin resistance (8:51) Things that impact your insulin (18:33) Mindset and avoiding insulin resistance (21:03) Creating a personal faith formula (27:20) Starting an evening routine (41:04) Overcoming attachments and prioritizing personal growth (45:12) Where to find Dr. Nolte (47:53) Outro Who is Dr. Morgan Nolte?   Dr. Morgan Nolte is the founder of Zivli, LLC. After earning her DPT from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, she completed the Creighton University-Hillcrest Health Systems Geriatric Physical Therapy Residency Program. Outside of work, she loves cheering on the Nebraska Cornhuskers, spending time with her family, reading, exercising, and being active outside. Connect with Dr. Morgan Nolte: Website: https://www.zivli.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-nolte-pt-dpt-6405b3263 YT: https://www.youtube.com/@drmorgannolte IG: https://www.instagram.com/drmorgannolte/ Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram

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