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Mar 4, 2025 • 53min

Dr. Sachin Patel On Breathwork: The Missing Key to Health, Longevity & Performance—Why You’re Doing It All Wrong

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping, just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 You can change your diet, exercise all you want, and take the best supplements, but if your breath is out of sync, you're missing a key to unlocking your full health potential. And according to Sachin Patel, mastering your breath is one of the simplest, yet most powerful ways to transform your body, mind, and longevity.Sachin Patel is a doctor of chiropractic, a functional medicine expert, and the founder of The Living Proof Institute. He’s dedicated to showing people that the future of healthcare isn’t in a pill—it’s in their own hands.In this episode, Dr. Patel breaks down how improper breathing impacts everything from metabolism to immune function, and why most people are unknowingly stuck in a state of chronic stress.He also reveals how small tweaks in your breathing can reduce anxiety, improve sleep, enhance focus, and even aid in weight loss.“ You can't sit there and control how many times your heart is beating unless you control your breath first. So the breath is the window into the heart.” ~ Dr. Sachin PatelAbout Dr. Sachin Patel:Dr. Sachin Patel is a chiropractic doctor, functional medicine practitioner, breathwork expert, and mentor to healthcare providers. He's passionate about empowering individuals to take control of their health through natural and accessible modalities like breathwork. His work extends beyond the clinic, as he's also involved in philanthropic projects, including building a hospital and orphanage in Uganda.Resources Mentioned:- Book: Breath by James Nestor: https://a.co/d/ggPJKMF Connect with Dr. Sachin Patel:- Website: https://thelivingproofinstitute.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesachinpatel/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesachinpatel/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PerfectPracticementorship Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 1min

Dr. Neil Paulvin: Gut Health, Brain Optimization & the Future of Longevity – Why More Isn’t Always Better

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping – just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Conventional health advice often pushes extremes—more supplements, more workouts, more hacks. But Dr. Neil Paulvin—osteopathic physician and longevity expert—reveals why chasing "more" sabotages your healthspan. In this episode, he shares his own burnout journey from prescription meds to holistic healing, why gut health rules everything, and how new brain tests could prevent Alzheimer’s.Learn why mitochondrial health trumps trendy biohacks, the dangers of microplastics, and why hyperbaric chambers and red light helmets are his go-to tools for reversing inflammation.“More testosterone isn’t better. More supplements aren’t better. Working out seven days a week is not better than five. Everything in moderation—but do the right things in moderation.” ~ Dr. Neil PaulvinAbout Dr. Neil Paulvin:Dr. Neil Paulvin is a board-certified osteopathic physician with 15+ years of experience in integrative and regenerative medicine. A pioneer in gut-brain-heart health, he combines cutting-edge testing (think epigenetics, metabolomics) with holistic tools like acupuncture and breathwork. Featured on MSNBC, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal, he now runs a telemedicine practice where he helps patients and high performers optimize their healthspan.Connect with Dr. Neil Paulvin:- Website: https://doctorpaulvin.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpaulvin/ - YouTube: www.youtube.com/@drneilpaulvin - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Drnpaulvin/ Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 13min

Dr. Betty Murray: Menopause Myths, Hormone Truths & Aging Better – Why HRT Might Be Your Longevity Superpower

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping – just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Conventional wisdom about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) could be shortening your healthspan. Dr. Betty Murray—researcher, functional medicine expert, and host of Menopause Mastery—shatters outdated fears around estrogen and reveals why avoiding HRT might accelerate aging. In this episode, she dismantles the flawed science behind breast cancer scares, explains how estrogen protects your brain, bones, and metabolism, and shares why “empty egg carton” biology demands smarter hormone strategies after 40.Learn how menopause rewires your brain, and why not replacing hormones could leave you vulnerable to dementia, weight gain, and silent heart disease.“Every single cell in your body, except for two, has estrogen receptors. That means the loss of estrogen has a full-body impact.” ~ Dr. Betty MurrayAbout Dr. Betty Murray:Dr. Betty Murray is a Ph.D. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition, founder of Living Well Dallas Functional Medicine Center, and a leading voice in women’s health. She’s the creator of Menopause Mastery podcast and co-founder of MENRVA, a national telemedicine platform empowering women with evidence-based hormone care. With 19+ years in clinical practice, she bridges rigorous science with actionable strategies to help women thrive through menopause and beyond.Resources Mentioned:- Book: Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris: https://a.co/d/4F5VCcU Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:- Website: https://bettymurray.com and  https://quiz.hormoneshelp.com - MENRVA: https://getmenrva.com/ - Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray - YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MenopauseMasteryShow - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettymurray/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbettymurray Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/
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Feb 21, 2025 • 55min

Zane Griggs: Overtraining, Metabolic Stress & Longevity Hacks – How to Fuel Your Body for Peak Performance After 50

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping – just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Conventional fitness advice might be aging you faster. After 25 years as a health coach, Zane Griggs—author of Kicking Ass After 50 and host of the Healthy AF | Healthy After 50 podcast—reveals why relentless fasting, low-carb diets, and intense workouts backfire as we age. In this raw conversation, he shares his own wake-up call that manifested as hormone crashes and chronic inflammation.Learn why blood sugar spikes aren’t the enemy, how to spot “underfueling” red flags, and why longevity isn’t about biohacks—it’s about balancing stress, sleep, and smart nutrition.“It wasn't just the workout; it was the fueling aspect that was impacting my ability to recover. Adding more carbs improved my sleep, energy, and strength gains.” ~ Zane GriggsAbout Zane Griggs:Zane Griggs is a veteran health coach, fitness expert, and the author of Kicking Ass After 50. He’s also the host of the Healthy AF | Healthy After 50 podcast, where he helps people optimize their health, fitness, and longevity using sustainable, science-backed strategies. With over two decades of experience, Zane has coached executives, high performers, and everyday people on how to stay strong, energized, and healthy at any age.Resources Mentioned:- Book: Kicking Ass After 50 - https://a.co/d/2HGMEEW - Healthy AF | Healthy After 50 podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-af-healthy-after-50/id1674047351 - Free Guide: Build Muscle After 40 - https://free40plan.com  Connect with Zane Griggs:- Website: https://zanegriggs.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zanegriggsfitness - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZaneGriggs - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zanegriggs/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zanesblog/ Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Feb 18, 2025 • 1h 3min

Dr. Robert Lufkin: Chronic Diseases, Metabolic Health, and the Lies in Modern Medicine – How to Take Back Control of Your Health

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping – just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Conventional medicine isn’t broken—it’s just missing the mark. And according to Dr. Robert Lufkin, a UCLA/USC professor turned medical maverick, the key to reversing chronic diseases lies in fixing what we’ve been taught to ignore.In this episode, Dr. Lufkin, author of the Amazon bestseller Lies I Taught in Medical School, breaks down the real root causes of hypertension, obesity, diabetes, and other modern chronic diseases—and why most of today’s medical interventions don’t actually fix the problem. He also shares how changing when and what you eat can reverse disease and extend your lifespan.“ The challenge, I think, is that the pills and medicine in many cases don't work long term. There is something that does work better, and it's accessible to all of us.” ~ Dr Robert LufkinAbout Dr. Robert Lufkin:Dr. Robert Lufkin is a radiologist, former UCLA/USC professor, and author of Lies I Taught in Medical School. After reversing four chronic diseases through metabolic health strategies, he now challenges conventional medicine’s approach to obesity, diabetes, and aging.Resources Mentioned:Book: Lies I Taught in Medical School: https://a.co/d/4SbOfxz Connect with Dr. Robert Lufkin:Website: https://robertlufkinmd.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertlufkinmd/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlufkinmd/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RobertLufkinMD Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 14min

Mike Belkowski: Red Light Therapy, Methylene Blue, and the Mitochondrial Triad – The Future of Health Optimization

You can biohack all you want, but if your mitochondria aren’t working optimally, you’re leaving serious health benefits on the table. And according to Dr. Mike Belkowski, unlocking true longevity starts at the cellular level.Dr. Belkowski is a physical therapist turned red light therapy expert and founder of BioLight. His mission? To help people optimize their health by focusing on mitochondrial function. In this episode, Dr. Belkowski breaks down why your mitochondria are the key to longevity, how red light therapy works at a cellular level, and why combining light, methylene blue, and ESS60 is a game-changer for energy, brain health, and overall performance."If you can mitigate, prevent, or reverse mitochondrial dysfunction, you're going to be doing a lot of good things." ~ Dr. Mike BelkowskiAbout Dr. Mike Belkowski:Dr. Mike Belkowski is a physical therapist, author, and founder of BioLight, a company specializing in red light therapy technology. With a background in exercise science and rehabilitation, he’s passionate about bridging the gap between traditional medicine and biohacking for better health and longevity.Resources Mentioned:- Book: The Ultimate Guide to Methylene Blue by Mark Sloan: https://amzn.eu/d/437FRRZ - Book: The Red Light Therapy Guide: https://a.co/d/avgWppI Connect with Dr. Mike Belkowski:- Website: https://www.biolight.shop/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mikebelkowski/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebelkowski/ - Email: mike@biolight.shop Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 17min

Dr. Gregory Kelly: Zombie Cells, Senolytics, and the Fight Against Aging — Longevity Science Simplified

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping – leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!Aging isn’t just about the years you accumulate—it’s about how well your body holds up along the way. According to Dr. Gregory Kelly, the key to longevity isn’t just diet and exercise—it’s eliminating the "zombie cells" that could be making you age faster than you should.Dr. Kelly is a naturopathic physician, author, and a leading researcher on senolytics—the compounds that target senescent cells (aka zombie cells) to improve health and extend lifespan.In this episode, Dr. Kelly shares why these "zombie cells" linger in our bodies, how they contribute to chronic inflammation, and what you can do to clear them out. He also breaks down the latest research on senolytics, the connection between cellular aging and joint pain, and why intermittent dosing could be the key to unlocking better health as you age."The zombie analogy is used so much because they're not alive, they're not dead, and they can create new versions of themselves that are also not alive and not dead." ~ Dr. Gregory KellyAbout Dr. Gregory Kelly:Dr. Gregory Kelly is a naturopathic physician and lead researcher at Neurohacker Collective. He has published extensively on natural medicine, nutrition, and the science of aging. His expertise spans from engineering to Southeast Asian studies and naturopathic medicine, giving him a unique perspective on longevity and human health.Resources Mentioned:Qualia Senolytic: https://www.qualialife.com/livebeyond Connect with Dr. Gregory Kelly:- Qualia Website: https://www.qualialife.com/ - Qualia X: https://x.com/qualialifeco - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qualialife/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/neurohacker - Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/collective-insights/id1293899173 Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Feb 7, 2025 • 1h 4min

Dr. Cameron Chesnut: Cold Plunges, Hyperbaric Chambers, and the Problem with Fillers – Surgical Recovery Secrets for Longevity

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566Surgery isn’t just about the procedure—it’s about how well you heal. And according to Dr. Cameron Chesnut, your recovery isn’t just luck—it’s a science.Dr. Chesnut isn’t your typical plastic surgeon. The Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress called him “the best example of the new generation of modernly trained international surgeons.” And with a background spanning dermatology, facial plastics, regenerative medicine, and longevity science, he’s redefining what it means to look—and feel—your best.In this episode, Dr. Chesnut breaks down why recovery is the most overlooked part of surgery, how cold plunges and hyperbaric oxygen therapy speed up healing, and why he avoids general anesthesia in favor of a cutting-edge approach that leaves his patients sharper, healthier, and pain-free.“If I have a patient who is an avid cold plunger, I know without question that they are going to handle their postoperative recovery phase leaps and bounds better than somebody who is not accustomed to that.” ~ Dr. Cameron ChesnutAbout Dr. Cameron Chesnut:Dr. Cameron Chesnut is a board-certified plastic surgeon, assistant professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine, and founder of Clinic 5C. His work integrates plastic surgery with cutting-edge regenerative medicine, helping patients not just look better—but heal and perform at their best.Resources Mentioned:- Clinic 5C: https://www.clinic5c.com/ - Unlock longevity with ESS60, the Nobel Prize-winning molecule proven to extend lifespan by 90% in lab studies. Visit MyVitalC.com to learn more.Connect with Dr. Cameron Chesnut:- Website: https://www.clinic5c.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chesnut.md/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-chesnut-a6910baa/ Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Feb 4, 2025 • 58min

Perimenopause Rage & Phantom Smells? Andrea Donsky’s Hormone Hacks for Women Over 40

Menopause isn’t just hot flashes and mood swings—it’s a transformative phase impacting sleep, brain health, and overall vitality. For 14 years, Andrea Donsky navigated perimenopause unknowingly, battling symptoms she didn’t realize were tied to hormonal shifts. Now a published researcher and menopause educator with nearly 350,000 TikTok followers, Andrea is rewriting the narrative around “the change.” Through her platform, We Are Morphus, Andrea combines science-backed supplements, nutritional strategies, and raw honesty to help women reclaim control. In this episode, Andrea breaks down the biggest misconceptions around perimenopause and menopause, the 103 symptoms women should be aware of (yes, there are way more than the 34 you’ve heard about), and the crucial role that sleep, nutrition, and mindset play in navigating this life stage."We are not going into perimenopause and menopause quietly. We’re screaming it from the rooftops to change the story for all women coming after us." ~ Andrea DonskyAbout Andrea Donsky:Andrea Donsky is a menopause researcher, educator, and founder of We Are Morphus. With 25+ years in health advocacy, she’s the host of the Menopause Reimagined podcast and a vocal disruptor of menopause stigma. Her mission? To ensure no woman suffers through hormonal changes blindly.Resources Mentioned:- Book: Unjunk Your Junk Food by Andrea Donsky (2011): https://a.co/d/7tcA6fV - Podcast: Menopause Reimagined: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-reimagined-with-andrea-donsky/id1541865659 Connect with Andrea Donsky:- Website: https://wearemorphus.com/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andreadonsky - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreadonsky - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreadonsky/ Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 
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Jan 31, 2025 • 1h 5min

How Intuition, Gongs, and Biohacking Transformed Sandy Martin’s Life After Mold Toxicity

Health isn’t a straight path—it’s a maze of trial, error, and persistence. For Sandy Martin, the journey from burnout to biohacking enthusiast started with a personal health crisis that challenged everything she thought she knew. Misdiagnosed with a traumatic brain injury, Sandy’s health struggles led her to uncover mold toxicity as the root cause of her symptoms.In this episode, Sandy opens up about her transformation from facing mold toxicity to embracing biohacking as a way of life. Battling through brain fog to discover the healing power of gongs and functional medicine, her story is an inspiring testament to resilience and curiosity. Tune in to learn how to identify root causes, integrate simple biohacks, and rethink what’s possible for your health." If you don't find the root cause, none of it works.  It's just a band-aid. It's just symptom management." ~ Sandy MartinAbout Sandy Martin:Sandy Martin is a biohacking advocate, event organizer, and former Comic-Con executive who turned her health crisis into a mission of helping others. After mold toxicity nearly destroyed her career and quality of life, Sandy leaned into biohacking, functional medicine, and alternative therapies to detox and heal. Today, she’s the founder of the Biohacker Expo, an event designed to help people explore cutting-edge health solutions in a hands-on, approachable way.Through her journey, Sandy has become an inspiring example of resilience, intuition, and the power of taking control of your well-being.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Event: Biohacker Expo 2025 Miami, February 28–March 1. Get 50% off your ticket with code: MyVitalC at https://biohackerexpo.com/products/biohacker-expo Connect with Sandy Martin:- Website: https://biohackerexpo.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biohackerexpo/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biohackerexpo - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@biohackerexpoConnect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

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