Health Optimization Medicine Podcast

Dr. Bobby Azarian, a cognitive neuroscientist and science journalist, delves into the neuroscience of belief, examining biases like confirmation bias and the Dunning-Kruger effect. He discusses how hierarchical emergence might unify our understanding of consciousness and self, suggesting that the universe functions like a vast neural network. Covering topics from psychoplastogenesis to predicting societal trends with Cliodynamics, he presents insights on how consciousness evolves and our interconnectedness within the cosmos.

Expert in GHB and behavior change, Dan Pardi discusses the effects of GHB on sleep and longevity, the four-part model of behavior change, and the benefits and potential pitfalls of tracking daily habits for mindfulness. They also touch on the challenges of long-term goals and the value of activity trackers for behavior change.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Patrick Hanaway joins our host Boomer Anderson to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include: What is the NutreVal Metabolomics Test and how does it transform the approach to understanding patients' unique nutritional needs? How can diagnostic testing and understanding the metabolites produced by the microbiome significantly contribute to functional medicine? What are the five critical factors identified for the long-term management of long COVID, and how has his work with the Wixarika people of Sierra Madres in Mexico influenced his approach to treating this condition? Dr. Patrick Hanaway, MD is a board-certified family physician trained at Washington University. Dr. Hanaway served on the Executive Committee for the American Board of Integrative Medicine and is Past President of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. For more than 20 years he was worked with his wife, Dr. Lisa Lichtig, in clinical practice at Family to Family: Your Home for Whole Health Care in Asheville, NC, and Weaverville, NC. What We Discuss: 10:25 - Developing the NutriVal Metabolomics Test 14:49 - Testing and Advances in Functional Medicine 22:42 - Metabolic Data 24:52 - Developments of Epigenetic Testing 29:28 - How To Work with a Practitioner and How Does Testing Work 40:11 - The Future of Gut Health 49:38 - Education in Medicine 59:17 - Long COVID Treatment and Research Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Find out more from Patrick Hanaway: Website: https://www.familytofamily.org/about-us/meet-our-team/dr-patrick-hanaway-md/ Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Chris Shade joins our host Scott Sher to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include: How does the process of detoxification function in our bodies and what factors can disrupt this balance? What role do stress and hormonal imbalances play in our detoxification process and how can supplements like GABA potentially aid in restoring balance? What is the role of glutathione in detoxification, and how does incorporating CBD, liposomal glutathione, and polyphenols aid in regulating neuroinflammation and mobilizing toxins? Dr. Christopher Shade, founder and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific, has been working to uncover the curative power of nature through the practice of modern science for over a decade. As an industry thought-leader, his vast knowledge, intuitive understanding of chemistry and biology, and passion for wellness are reflected in our innovative supplement delivery systems, detoxification protocols, and patented mercury speciation and heavy metals tests. What We Discuss: 03:16 - How Does the Detoxification Process Work 12:05 - Detoxification Methods 18:30 - Detoxification, Stress, and Neuroinflammation 29:33 - How to Test for Toxins 33:19 - The GABA System & Hormones 44:20 - Liver Health and Detoxification Methods for Drinking 52:33 - Exploring Tibetan Buddhism and the Bonn Lineage 57:50 - 3 Things to Live Smarter Not Harder Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Find out more from Chris Shade: Website: https://www.quicksilverscientific.com/ Instagram: @dr.christophershade | @quicksilverscientific Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Amy Killen joins our host Scott Sher to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include: What are the potential applications of stem cell therapies in medicine, particularly in relation to aging and sexual health, and how does the FDA's policy impact their utilization? How does ovarian aging impact women's health and longevity, and what are the potential therapies that could slow down egg depletion? How is hormone replacement therapy approached for both men and women, and what are the potential benefits and controversies surrounding the use of bioidentical hormones and testosterone therapy? Dr. Amy Killen is a leading anti-aging and regenerative physician. After working as a board-certified emergency physician for more than seven years, Dr. Killen saw the effects of unchecked, chronic disease on her patients and decided to transition into anti-aging and longevity medicine in hopes of offering her patients alternatives to the traditional aging paradigm. An international speaker, clinical practice owner, entrepreneur, author, and frequent media guest, Dr. Killen has become an outspoken advocate for empowering people to look and feel their best by merging lifestyle modification, integrative medicine, body-identical hormones, nutritional supplements, energy modalities and stem cell therapies. What we discuss: (0:03:30) - Stem Cell Procedures & Integrative Medicine (0:08:04) - Types of Stem Cells in Medicine (0:11:40) - Stem Cell Signaling and Therapeutic Potential (0:22:22) - Understanding Ovarian Aging and Menopause (0:29:25) - Ovarian Aging and Potential Therapies (0:36:10) - Hormone Replacement and Rapamycin in Longevity (0:47:20) - Men's Health and Hormone Optimization (0:51:21) - Sexual Dysfunction and Nitric Oxide Boosters Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Find out more from Amy Killen: Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.amybkillen/ Website: https:/dramykillen.com/ Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Neil Grunberg joins our host Boomer Anderson to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include: What is a good leader? What makes good followers? What are attributes that you can acquire as a good follower? What is the optimal model for leadership? Dr. Neil Grunberg is a professor of Military and emergency medicine, medical and clinical psychology, and neuroscience in the Uniform Services University School of Medicine. He's a professor in the Graduate School of Nursing, Director of Research and Development, Director of Leadership and Education Development Program and The Director of Faculty for MEM. He's a Chair of Faculty Mentoring and Development for the ANE. He's a Medical and Social Psychologist who has been on faculties with the USU since 1979. Dr. Neil Grunberg earned his baccalaureate degrees in Medical Microbiology and Psychology from Stanford University. He earned his master of the Arts and Master's Philosophy and PhD degrees from Physiological and Social Psychology from Columbia University. He also serves as the co-founder of the International Leaders Association Healthcare Leadership Community and a member of the Working Group for the World Leadership Network. He was also selected as the Presidential Leadership Scholar and had the opportunity to work with many former members of cabinets of Presidents Johnson, Bush, Clinton and Bush II. What we discuss: (0:08:17) - Learning Leadership and Developing Models (0:24:09) - Leadership and Followership (0:34:03) - Training Emotional Intelligence for Effective Leadership (0:52:53) - Understanding Different Types of Followership (1:05:46) - Improving Communication Skills (1:14:34) - Trust and Feedback in Organizations Importance (1:20:53) - Leadership and Team Collaboration in Healthcare Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Find out more from Dr. Neil Grunberg Website: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Neil-Grunberg Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Susan Rossell joins our host Jodi Duval to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include: How have the media and popular culture shaped our perceptions of what the ideal body should look like and how these influences can lead to serious psychological and social implications? How does body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) affect people emotionally and socially making it difficult for them to recognize and respond to the emotions of others? What are the current and upcoming treatment options available for body image disorders, including psychotherapy, antidepressants, oxytocin, and brain training? Dr. Susan Rossell is a cognitive neuropsychologist and Professorial Research Fellow at Swinburne's Centre for Mental Health. She also holds adjunct positions at Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre and at St Vincent's Health. Professor Rossell's research focuses on understanding the cognitive and neurobiological processes involved in psychosis and related disorders. She has published extensively and received both the International and European award for Young Investigator in Schizophrenia Research. What we discuss: (0:02:00) - Body Image (0:04:30) - Toxic Body Positivity (0:07:10) - Body Dysmorphia Through a Biological and Psychological Perspective (0:13:21) - Body Dysmorphia's Impact on Emotions (0:19:42) - Gender Differences in Body Image Disorders (0:22:10) - Body Image versus Vanity (0:26:27) - The Rise of Dsitress in Body Image (0:29:55) - Fear of Aging (0:34:15) - The Impact of Social Media Filters (0:40:57) - Body Image Treatment Options (0:48:06) - Body Image Survey and Getting Help (0:52:36) - Knowledge, Psilocybin, and Body Image Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Find out more from Dr. Susan Rossell Twitter: @RossellSusan Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Iva Lloyd joins our host Jodi Duval to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include: What is naturopathic medicine and how its approach to healthcare is gaining momentum worldwide? What is the integral link between mental health and physical well-being? How can factors such as Wi-Fi and nutrition impact your health? Dr. Iva Lloyd, ND is a Naturopathic Doctor practicing in Markham Ontario. After graduating from Queen's University with a BScH in Life Sciences, she graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Lloyd, ND has maintained a full-time naturopathic practice since 2002 and has been actively participated on a number of boards including the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the World Naturopathic Federation. Dr. Iva Lloyd, ND is practicing out of Balanced Living in Markham Ontario at 2673 Bur Oak Markham, Ontario. What we discuss: 0:05:15 - Understanding the Role of Naturopathic Medicine 0:18:48 - The Roadblock in Understanding Mind-Body Connection 0:24:48 - Intermittent Fasting Dangers for Malnourished 0:32:39 - Assessing Wi-Fi Effects on Health 0:38:54 - Technology, Environment, and Health Impact 0:42:47 - Identifying Emotional Triggers and Traumatic Experiences 0:48:54 - Navigating Perceptions and Individualized Health 0:58:13 - Uniqueness of Health Technology Assessments 1:02:36 - Standardizing Naturopathic Education 1:07:09 - Challenges in Accessing and Utilizing Information Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Find out more from Dr. Iva Lloyd Website: https://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/ Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this chat, Greg Potter, a health and wellness coach with a PhD in sleep and circadian rhythms, dives deep into chronobiology’s impact on health. He explains how biological rhythms influence sleep, mood, and well-being. Discover the benefits of a regular eating window, adjusting light exposure for better sleep, and even the intriguing connection between psychedelics and dream states. Potter shares strategies for optimizing sleep quality, using wearable technology, and the remarkable effects of timing in nutrition and exercise for enhanced health.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Bret Scher joins our host Dr. Scott Sherr to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include: What is the true definition of metabolic health, and why is metabolic health so poor in the United States? How does the ketogenic diet affect various types of cardiology markers? Why is it important to think about metabolic flexibility in the context of whether you're metabolically healthy or not? Dr. Bret Scher is a board certified cardiologist, lipidologist, and a leading expert in therapeutic uses of metabolic therapies, including the ketogenic diet. He is the Director of Metabolic Mind, a nonprofit initiative for the Baszucki group. Dr. Scher was most recently the medical director of DietDoctor.com before becoming the medical director of Metabolic Mind. He also runs a preventative cardiology telemedicine practice at lowcarbcardiologist.com. Dr. Scher has spent most of his 20 year career as a preventative cardiologist, helping people improve their metabolic health and prevent heart disease using low carb nutrition and lifestyle interventions. What we discuss: [00:05] Metabolism is the process of how our body converts food and calories into usable energy. [05:55] Metabolic dysfunction is caused by constant input of food, leading to storage and affecting organ function. [16:23] Ketogenic therapies have been proven to work for controlling seizures in kids with epilepsy. [21:19] Ketogenic diet can be personalized to any dietary pattern and offers various benefits. [30:17] Ketogenic therapy shows promising results for various mental health conditions. [34:55] Metabolic therapies and the ketogenic diet are being explored in psychiatric care. [44:08] The importance of considering multiple surrogate markers for cardiovascular risk assessment [1:02:36] Metabolic flexibility is important for switching between different diets. Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg Find out more from Dr. Bret Scher: Website: https://lowcarbcardiologist.com/ Twitter: @bschermd Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.