In this episode, I’m excited to welcome Dr. Mel Hopper Koppelman back for the third time! Today, we continue our conversation on the overlooked importance of brain development but go on to explore heart rate variability (and how it can easily be misinterpreted), Polyvagal Theory, and her fascinating, physics-based thoughts on how our heart rate variability connects us to the universe!

In this podcast, Dr. Mel and I discuss:

• An easy way to visualize brain development: the brainstem is the root that grows up into the trunk of our brain and branches off into the right and left hemispheres

• The underlying driver of illness for many people with chronic symptoms and why gut or immune health might continue to suffer if this isn’t addressed

• A clear, easy-to-understand explanation of heart rate variability and why this often-misinterpreted marker is crucial for vital health

• The 10-second at-home test Dr. Mel recommends to better understand your heart rate variability findings AND the functioning of your vagus nerve!

• Her physics-backed belief that our heart rate variability connects us to the “breath” or wave of the universe…and how this connection (or lack of connection!) relates to the vagus nerve, inflammation, nervous system development, and long-term health

• 2 major predictors of mortality, i.e., how long you will live and the interesting pattern often found in people with autism

• The extreme importance of working with the body and tracking test results versus cleverly attempting to biohack or manipulate the body with supplements or drugs 

In this episode, I’m back with Dr. Mel Hopper Koppelman, discussing what she believes is one of the most important and overlooked areas in health—how brain development in childhood might be at the root of the health problems you’re experiencing as an adult.

You’ll likely have some ‘aha!’ moments (maybe big ones) while listening to the podcast. 

In this podcast, Dr. Mel and I discuss:

• The fascinating fact that we actually have 2 brains…and how brain imbalances impact your immune system and overall health

• How evolution led to our specialized, complex brain design and the main purposes it serves

• Myths debunked: The misunderstood idea that the left brain controls math and logic and the right brain controls creativity, and whether it’s true that we only use 10% of our brain 

• The overlooked brain imbalance called “functional disconnection” and why this might be at the root of health problems such as autism, ADHD, gut dysfunction, autoimmunity, dyslexia, depression, anxiety, or even chronic infections 

• The surprisingly easy-to-test primitive reflexes (that start in the womb!) and how they’re connected to chronic disease 

• Could you have an immature brain stem? Dr. Mel tells us the symptoms that let you know AND how to address this issue

• Why some popular health solutions might actually make you worse based on the specific brain imbalance you’re experiencing 

• How brain imbalance can lead to changes in blood tests, such as low white blood cell count

• Practical ways you can assess if you have an imbalanced brain, accounting for your particular skills, health history, and childhood experiences

• The important distinction between pathologizing neurodiversity vs. helping those who wish to improve their brain’s functionality in certain areas

• The liberating knowledge that our brains are malleable and trainable, and we can heal even longstanding brain-related issues!  

In this episode, I’m back for the second part of my conversation with Dr. Mark Cronshaw, a highly respected expert in photobiomodulation (PBM), more commonly known as red light therapy. 

The same warning applies to this episode as part 1! Again, this conversation is not a simple “how to” practical guide to photobiomodulation. It’s a continuation of going very deep into the scientific, technical, and even theoretical nuances of PBM based on Dr. Cronshaw’s vast research and clinical understanding of the topic. 

Be prepared for lots of nerdy PBM science, along with a few practical pearls as our discussion unfolds.

Please listen to part 1 if you haven’t already, and leave any questions you have in the comments on YouTube…we’ll do our best to answer questions in future episodes.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Mark Cronshaw, a highly respected expert in the field of photobiomodulation (PBM) – what most people commonly think of as red light therapy. 

This is the first of many podcasts with Dr. Cronshaw, who is one of the most brilliant and knowledgeable experts I’ve had the pleasure of connecting with on this topic. Our conversation goes deep into the science of photobiomodulation—there are some practical pearls that Dr. Cronshaw discusses, but be prepared for deep, nuanced, and technical scientific discussion about light therapy.

WARNING: Please be aware that this conversation with Dr. Cronshaw is NOT just a simple practical how-to guide of “go buy this device and use it this way.” This is a podcast series that intends to go deep into the scientific, technical, and theoretical nuances of PBM science. So it’s NOT for everyone. If you just want a simple practical how-to guide, we will eventually get there, but there are several hours of geeky technical science stuff before we get there. These podcasts with Dr. Cronshaw are for people who want to nerd out on PBM science. So please don’t say I didn’t warn you! :) 

In this episode, I’m speaking with Miriam Rahav, M.D., a triple-board certified physician in the fields of internal medicine, hospice, and palliative care, along with extensive training in functional medicine.

During this conversation, Dr. Rahav and I catch up for the first time since the height of the COVID pandemic, when she and her team bravely worked on the front lines supporting patients. 

We then shift to the primary focus of this episode: neural therapy. Dr. Rahav makes neural therapy easy to understand and gives us some interesting and practical stories of her clinical use of the technique. 

If you’ve had a difficult time finding answers for your symptoms, I highly recommend you listen to this episode—neural therapy might be the solution you’ve been searching for.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Mike T. Nelson, a self-described research fanatic who has more than two decades of experience studying and obsessing over how the human body works.

Dr. Mike has a Ph.D. in exercise physiology, a master’s degree in mechanical engineering, and is an associate professor at the Carrick Institute and a university instructor at Rocky Mountain University. 

He’s also the creator of the Flex Diet and Physiologic Flexibility Certifications, has published research in both physiology and engineering scientific journals, and has even been asked to share his techniques with top military agencies.

Today, Dr. Mike and I go deep into the research and practical applications of heart rate variability. HRV has gained popularity as a performance metric, but after listening to our conversation, you’ll have a much broader understanding of HRV, how to apply it to your life (whether you’re athletic or not), and ways to improve your HRV score.

In this episode, I’m back with Victoria LaFont, co-host of the Influenced to Death podcast. Be sure to listen to part 1 of our conversation if you haven’t already.

In each episode of Influenced to Death, Victoria and her co-host, Hannah Wright, draw on their graduate-level education in nutrition and functional medicine. But they’re very upfront about their own biases and dive deep into the research to provide a more balanced view on controversial topics, particularly ones that have been portrayed in a one-sided way.

Today, Victoria and I discuss specific topics they’ve covered, such as The Medical Medium, seed oils, the carnivore diet, the ketogenic diet, and, believe it or not, breatharianism! 

I hope you enjoy the second part of our discussion! Be sure to follow Influenced to Death to get more insight into all the topics they cover.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Victoria LaFont, co-host of the Influenced to Death podcast, owner of The LaFont Agency, and someone I’ve been working with for a few years now and consider a friend and trusted peer.

It might seem strange that I’m recording a two-part podcast about another podcast, but the reason is very clear in my mind: There are many highly controversial topics in health science, and many experts cherry-pick and distort the evidence. 

Influenced to Death is a podcast specifically about taking on these controversial topics and trying to systematically bring greater clarity to them, in a balanced, evidence-based way. Plus, it does so in a way that’s entertaining and actually fun to listen to.

I know you’ll enjoy my conversation with Victoria, and I highly encourage you to listen to Influenced to Death, as well, to get a new perspective on some of the most controversial topics in natural health and functional medicine.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Vincent Pedre, MD, known as America’s gut doctor. We explore what the latest research and his extensive clinical experience can teach us about fixing gut problems.

In this episode, I’m speaking with neuroscientist Ariel Garten, the co-inventor of Muse, a brain-sensing headband that makes meditation easier. Ariel’s research has mainly focused on Parkinson’s disease and hippocampal neurogenesis, but she also has a background as a fashion designer and artist!

Honestly, I was extremely impressed with Ariel during our conversation; she was highly knowledgeable about meditation and the impact it has on our lives and health, but also because of her integrity and balanced view as a businessperson. 

I’ve been using Muse for a few weeks now, and I have been absolutely loving it.

Ariel is gifting us a generous 20% off both Muse devices! >> Click here to claim your special discount on the Muse S or Muse 2 and start 2025 with your new meditation practice.

Dr. Achacoso is double board certified in Nutritional Medicine and Interventional Endocrinology and is a world-renowned anti-aging, hormone, and mitochondrial expert. He also happens to be one of the most intelligent people alive (this isn’t an exaggeration—he’s known for having one of the highest IQ scores ever recorded!).

So, while our discussion is a bit geeky and in-depth, it’s truly worth your time…especially as we condense Dr. Achacoso’s brilliance into practical steps for optimizing your mitochondria and beating fatigue!

This podcast was first released in May 2018

In this episode, I’m speaking with Eva Detko, Ph.D., a natural healthcare practitioner, speaker, and author of The Sovereign Health Solution: Heal the Psycho-Energetic Root Causes of Chronic Illness. She has studied natural medicine and the human mind for 25 years and successfully recovered from chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, along with reversing a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.

Today, we’re talking about the importance of addressing emotional trauma when recovering from chronic fatigue and other chronic diseases.

This episode was originally published in March 2022

After 25 years of being "Superman on the outside but a train wreck on the inside," John A. Mollenhauer has discovered the missing piece between high achievement and sustainable health. 

John is an entrepreneur who started his first gym at 19 and worked with Tony Robbins in his 20s—he learned the hard way that our culture rewards the very behaviors that lead to burnout.

In this episode, John reveals how he developed the Performance Lifestyle framework after checking himself into a hospital from complete exhaustion. His method isn't about work-life balance—it's about knowing what to do, why, how, and when at the right intensity for sustainable results in both health and achievement.

This conversation offers a practical pathway to break free from the hidden lifestyle challenges keeping you stuck in the energy-debt cycle.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Jack Wolfson, a board-certified cardiologist, fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and one of the few holistic cardiologists in the world.

Dr. Wolfson left his career as a conventional cardiologist to pursue what he saw as the real way to help his patients stop heart disease and support them in building true health. 

We had an in-depth conversation with lots of practical action steps, and I know this podcast will positively impact your and your family’s health!

12In this episode, I’m continuing my conversation with Tom Kerber, an engineer with a great deal of knowledge and experience in the field of photobiomodulation (aka modifying biology with light).

Be sure to listen to part 1 if you haven’t already! 

Two decades ago, Tom shifted his career from electronic to LED device development, and since then, he’s been creating sophisticated tools and equipment to help us better understand the penetration depth of red and near-infrared light.

In our conversation today, Tom and I dig even deeper into the controversies and science surrounding red and near-infrared light therapy, particularly the nanometer range needed to truly penetrate our tissues and experience a therapeutic dose of light inside our bodies. 

In this episode, I’m speaking with Tom Kerber, a fascinating entrepreneur with a great deal of knowledge and experience (particularly on the engineering side) in the field of photobiomodulation, (aka modifying biology with light).

Approximately 20 years ago, a series of professional and personal events led Tom to shift his career from electronic development to LED device development (like the small blue light device your dentist uses to cure fillings…yes, Tom invented that!).

 In part 1 of this two-part series, Tom and I discuss some of the most pressing questions about red and near-infrared light therapy with a focus on how different devices penetrate the body and affect deeper tissues, along with light therapy applications and case studies.

 Tom has been developing tools and equipment to do a lot of sophisticated experimentation on penetration depth of red and near-infrared light (which is a much-needed contribution to the field), so I invited him onto the show to discuss his work, which evolved into a 2-part conversation.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Ori Hofmekler, a guest who’s very special to me because I’ve been following his work for over 20 years! I read his book—The Warrior Diet—when I was just 16 years old! 

Our discussion in this podcast centers on Ori’s second book, The Seven Principles of Stress, and his practical views on hormesis, fasting, heavy metals, plant-based eating, and antioxidant supplements—we even go into some of the biochemistry of stress and why it’s so beneficial. 

This episode was originally released in March 2018

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy, the owner and medical director of the Cancer Center for Healing and the Center for New Medicine. Her clinics have become the largest integrative medical facilities in North America and are visited by people from all over the world, with 47,000 patients and growing.

In this episode, we do a deep dive into all things cancer—its causes, misconceptions, how it’s viewed in the conventional medical community, in the alternative and holistic communities, and widespread myths and misconceptions along with treatment options.

This is part one of my discussion with Dr. Connealy because there are many other questions we didn’t get to. After you listen to the episode, please comment on the YouTube video or send an email to ari@theenergyblueprint.com with any cancer-related questions that you’d like me to ask Dr. Connealy in part two.

This episode is part two of my in-depth discussion with Dr. Praveen Arany, a world-renowned light therapy (photobiomodulation) researcher and expert who’s been working in the field for over two decades.

If you missed part one, I highly recommend you go back and listen to that episode. We delve into some very deep and specific science around light therapy that will prepare you for everything you hear in part two.

In this episode, we get into the minutiae of light therapy dosing and also talk about a few others topics like systemic vs local effects.

Similarly to part one, this is not well-suited for beginners! If you’re really interested in the topic of light therapy/photobiomodulation, you’ll appreciate this discussion. But if you’re looking for a high-level overview, this is not for you. 

If you’re ready to learn more, listen in for a truly comprehensive and research-based take on light therapy dosing. 

In this episode, I’m speaking with one of the global authorities on light therapy, Dr. Praveen Arany. Dr. Arany began researching photobiomodulation (PBM), aka light therapy, 25 years ago, and since then, he has become a world-renowned expert in the field.

We get into the nitty-gritty science of light therapy—we discuss specific biological mechanisms of how photobiomodulation works, his research on light therapy and stem cells, and even misconceptions about light therapy that are important for you to consider if it’s part of your healing arsenal. 

A little warning: I want to let you know that this is not a good “beginner’s guide” to this topic. I’d say it’s more for health geeks (like me) who are really into learning the fine details of how light interacts with human biology. This podcast is very detailed and very geeked out, so don’t say I didn’t warn you! :)

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Sam Shay, a recognized clinician who proudly shares his own experience as someone who grew up with undiagnosed Asperger’s syndrome.

Dr. Shay’s mission is to support moms trying to balance raising a “neurodistinct” child with their work, other children, relationships, and staying healthy themselves. He sees these parents as being overlooked and uncared for, and his work is to bring them the tools they need to thrive along with their families.

In this episode of The Energy Blueprint, I’m speaking with neuroscientist and bestselling author Mark Waldman. Mark has been on the podcast multiple times, but I find his information so interesting that I’m excited to have him back today. 

Mark is now working in a new field called network neuroscience. During our conversation, he explains the framework of this field and shares some very practical but very effective steps to reduce mind-wandering and improve psychotherapy outcomes.

In this episode of The Energy Blueprint, we’re looking back on conversations with three hormone experts: Dr. Shawn Tassone, Dr. Stephanie Gray, and nutritionist Magdalena Wszelaki, the author of the bestselling cookbook Cooking for Hormone Balance.

Whether you’re male or female, this podcast will answer your most pressing hormone questions—we cover everything, including some really fascinating connections between hormones and organs you don’t expect, like the gallbladder.

I’m back again for my fourth conversation with Dr. Mark Cronshaw, an expert in the world of photobiomodulation (PBM), aka red light therapy. You know that when I have multiple conversations with a guest, I highly value their knowledge and want to go deeper with what they have to share.

If you want to get VERY technical and go deep with the topic of PBM, this episode is for you, and I recommend you listen to the prior 3 episodes we’ve recorded together. 

In this conversation, Dr. Cronshaw presents what he calls his "philosophy of care" for using photobiomodulation to enhance healing, manage pain, and prevent injury. His approach focuses on a few fundamental questions: 

1. Are you treating surface or deep tissues? 

2. Are you seeking to stimulate healing/tissue repair or provide pain relief? 

His multi-dimensional approach explains why different devices produce different results, enabling more strategic use of both professional and at-home light therapy tools.

In this episode of The Energy Blueprint, we’re looking back on some of the most potent ways to support your brain health and cognition. 

This episode features Harvard-trained clinical research scientist and brain expert Dr. Datis Kharrazian, the foremost authority on holistic (and highly effective) care for dementia Dr. Dale Bredesen, and founder of Marama Memory Care facility Dr. Heather Sandison, whose mission is to reverse dementia and reintroduce residents to living independently!

This is a robust episode with many exceptional clinical pearls to keep your brain and nervous system young and resilient.

In this episode of The Energy Blueprint, we’re revisiting episodes featuring three giants in the world of mitochondrial research and the cell danger response, i.e., your body’s intelligent but double-edged response to stress or injury—Dr. Eric Balcavage, Dr. Robert Naviaux, the originator of the cell danger response hypothesis, and Dr. Eric Gordon.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Achina Stein and Silvia Covelli about their soon-to-be-launched venture, The Healing Depression Project. 

If you’re a long-time depression sufferer, this episode is for you. And if depression isn’t an issue you deal with, please consider passing this episode on to someone you love who lives with this disease. There are so many helpful steps we discuss…it might be what they need to finally feel a difference in their life and spark hope.

In this episode, I’m speaking with chronic fatigue expert Dr. Evan Hirsch in his third appearance on the Energy Blueprint Podcast. 

In this episode, we talk about how his approach to chronic fatigue and ME/CFS has evolved over the years and how he’s now working with patients who have long COVID. He also describes what he calls “The Toxic 5” and how these are at the root of many fatigue issues.

In this podcast, Dr. Hirsch and I discuss:

• The “Toxic 5” primary reasons Dr. Hirsch believes people struggle with chronic fatigue

• The crucial importance of addressing toxicity, protocol simplification, and brain retraining in ME/CFS

• How long-term infections—now, including COVID—contribute to fatigue and their interplay with other root causes

• The usefulness of testing and how much weight you should (or shouldn’t!) place on certain test results

• Dr. Hirsch’s experience with ozone therapy, hyperbaric therapy, and IV vitamin C and why his stance has shifted over the years

• One very surprising (and scary) statistic on mold and two key ways to get mycotoxins out of your body

• The safest way to rid the body of heavy metals and the dire consequences people suffer if they aren’t ready to detox properly 

• The most problematic heavy metal and Dr. Hirsch’s recommendations for how to avoid it

• His approach to long COVID and the problem with COVID persistence, i.e., spike proteins remaining in the body in a latent state

• “Brain retraining” (a technique Dr. Hirsch learned about from his patients!) and the powerful combination of addressing the mind AND body for people with chronic fatigue 

In this episode of The Energy Blueprint, I’m excited to share a recording of Dr. David Jockers interviewing me! 

We cover a lot of fascinating topics, from how the mitochondria control our health and energy levels, the Cell Danger Response, how “stress” is often misunderstood, myths about antioxidants and plants (and the way things really work), and more.

Dr. Jockers and I discuss:

• What, exactly, is the cell danger response developed by Dr. Robert Naviaux? And why does it matter if you’re experiencing symptoms that just won’t budge? 

• 2 major roles of mitochondria and how they act as “canaries in the coal mine” when it comes to your health

• The 3 stages of the cell danger response and why the first stage is crucial to understand if you have chronic disease, especially chronic fatigue 

• How the body evolved to effectively deal with certain stressors but not others…and how any chronic stress might mean getting stuck in “wartime metabolism”

• A new way to understand stress’s effect on your health—certain forms of stress aren’t as problematic as you think and will even improve your health in incredible ways!

• The surprising ways you can increase your resilience—including the size, number, and function of your mitochondria!—and reduce your chances of getting stuck in the cell danger response

• The real story of why plant foods are so good for you…they don’t act as antioxidants as most people think

• One of the most crucial pieces of information available for disease prevention and lifelong health…Ari reveals the secret he’s been researching for over a year!

In this episode, I’m speaking with gut health expert, Dr. Partha Nandi on why gut health is the key to brain health.

Partha Nandi, M.D., F.A.C.P is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi. Dr. Nandi is the Chief Health Editor at WXYZ ABC Detroit, a practicing physician, and a renowned international speaker. 

His latest book, Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain, published by Mayo Clinic Press, delves into the crucial connection between gut health and cognitive function, offering practical advice and insights drawn from his extensive medical expertise and personal experiences.

In this episode of The Energy Blueprint, we’re highlighting how you can naturally address anxiety, mood disorders, and brain health thanks to the expert work of two past guests—nutritionist Trudy Scott and Uma Naidoo, MD.

Trudy and Dr. Uma’s approaches complement each other to make a robust, actionable episode that I know you’ll love.

In this episode, I’m speaking with my close friend, and a coach of mine, Mental Strength Coach Siamon Emery.

Siamon has a powerful personal story that begins in an extremely stressful and traumatic environment with heroin-addicted parents, and then moves into his own personal transformation later in life, and then finding his calling as a Mental Strength Coach helping others to build resiliency and mental strength with his unique methodology of what he calls “building inner resources” and learning to self-regulate your own nervous system consciously.  

His work has benefitted me tremendously (as I’ve been coached by him in recent months) and I hope this podcast will positively impact your and your family’s health too.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Stephanie Estima about some truly incredible and unexpected differences between males and females and how women can use simple nutrition and exercise tweaks to optimize their potential.

I was really surprised by the information Dr. Estima brought to this conversation—male and female bodies are different in important ways, way beyond sex organs or hormones, and women can work with these differences to improve their energy levels, workouts, and longevity!

This episode was originally released in May 2022

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Sam Berne, a holistic optometrist who naturally overcame his own struggles with eye pathology and learning disabilities (yes, the two can be connected!), thanks to the techniques discussed in this podcast. 

Even if you’re not interested in eye health, I really want to encourage you to watch or listen to this episode—it’s must-know material to keep your eyes and brain healthy for life.

In this episode, I’m back for a third installment of my conversation with Dr. Mark Cronshaw, one of the world’s foremost photobiomodulation (PBM) experts...what most people commonly refer to as red light therapy. He’s particularly one of the top experts when it comes to dosimetry (the details of how to properly “dose” light therapy).

Have you invested in red light therapy but feel confused by contradicting information? 

You're certainly not alone.

In this conversation, Dr. Cronshaw challenges conventional wisdom about photobiomodulation with some insights that surprised even me! I deeply appreciate his highly informed and logical, yet relaxed, approach to this complex topic.

WARNING: My conversations with Dr. Cronshaw are NOT a simple or practical how-to guide of “go buy this device and use it this way.” This podcast series intends to go deep into the scientific, technical, and theoretical nuances of PBM science. So it’s NOT for everyone. These podcasts are for people who want to nerd out on PBM science. So please don’t say I didn’t warn you! :)

In this unique episode of The Energy Blueprint, I’m speaking with a man named Evans L., who shares his profound story of personal transformation through debilitating fatigue, physical symptoms, and pain beyond what most of us can imagine… to living a rich, full life with a level of energy and functionality he couldn’t have dreamed of just a few years ago.

In this podcast, Evans and I discuss:

• His lifelong journey—from diagnosis to surgeries to living with chronic pain and rage—with the congenital illness Escobar syndrome or multiple pterygium syndrome

• A life-changing dream that kept him hanging on in the midst of severe mental, physical, and emotional pain

• His journey with brain retraining and how he was able to change his thought patterns for a more positive, pain-free life

• How Evans found The Energy Blueprint and incorporated the lessons into his healing plan to create more physical health along with more patience, gratitude, and healthier boundaries, too!

• Future plans now that he has regained so much of his life from fatigue, migraines, pain, and anger

• His humble advice for anyone else who’s experiencing what seem to be insurmountable symptoms or health problems

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Datis Kharrazian, an award-winning researcher, academic professor, and functional medicine provider with extensive clinical experience treating chronic fatigue syndrome.

Today, we focus on how the brain contributes to chronic fatigue. Dr. Kharrazian provides a really pragmatic viewpoint that both respects and, I believe, supersedes many of the other theories I’ve heard throughout the years.

This podcast was initially released in Oct 2018

In this episode, I’m speaking with public health professor and environmental health scientist Dr. Yogi Hendlin about the corruption of science. Unfortunately, it’s easy to be unaware of this critically important issue that negatively influences your and your family's health.

This is a must-listen podcast—the information presented by Dr. Hendlin profoundly affects us all. 

This podcast was initially released in April 2022

In this podcast, Dr. Hendlin and I discuss:

• The critical difference between REAL science vs. industry-funded science

• The sad fact that despite countless real-world examples of how corruption and scientific fraud cause massive harm, many people are still unaware of these issues

• How big industry buys the science and bribes their way to credibility by compromising the integrity of “independent” 3rd-party institutions

• How many industries secretly manipulate government officials to influence their regulatory processes with money, resources, or power

• Just how corrupt is science? And how to spot a study that might provide you with disinformation instead of trusted facts

• What are industrial epidemics, and how might they negatively affect ALL of us?

• Examples of overt corruption from companies like ExxonMobil and Glaxo-Smith-Kline who put pressure on scientists

• The terrible danger of hubris in officials who make policies based on industry-funded, fraudulent, and manipulated science

• What can we learn from the continued use of glyphosate despite the clear danger of disease that it poses?

• What can we do to restore the integrity of the scientific process, which is now corrupted by conflicting interests, funding, political interests, and confirmation bias?

• Dr. Hendlin’s 3 most vital takeaways if we’re going to protect our loved ones, our communities, and the planet 

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. William Pawluk, one of the world’s most respected authorities on pulsed electromagnetic fields, or PEMFs, a topic that might seem confusing due to what you’ve learned about EMFs, aka electromagnetic fields. 

However, PEMFs are a highly beneficial form of positive stress and are very different from EMFs emitted from wireless phones or your modem.

I’m excited for you to listen to this episode as Dr. Pawluk cuts through the pseudoscience surrounding PEMFs and brings his notable expertise to the topic!

(This podcast was originally released in Oct 2021)

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Martin Picard, a mitochondrial researcher who directs the Mitochondrial Psychobiology Group at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and is an Associate Professor of Behavioral Medicine in Psychiatry and Neurology.

We explore the fascinating topic of how stress affects your mitochondria and the link to aging, resilience, disease resistance, and, of course, energy levels! 

This conversation was one of my personal favorites, and I can’t wait for you to hear it!

(This podcast was originally released in August 2019)

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Heather Sandison, a naturopathic doctor, published researcher, and the author of a new book you’ll definitely want to read, Reversing Alzheimer's: The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health.

Dr. Sandison’s work is extraordinary in many ways, but, in my opinion, one of her most impressive achievements is creating Marama Memory Care, the first residential memory care facility to have the goal of returning cognitively declined residents to independent living!

I loved speaking with Dr. Sandison, and I know you’ll learn a lot from this podcast. Enjoy!

In this podcast, Dr. Sandison and I discuss:

• The true underlying drivers of chronic illness, and dementia specifically, and why the conventional approach is not working

• An incredibly surprising role of amyloid beta plaque (thought to be the major contributor to dementia) that no one is talking about

• 6 factors Dr. Sandison addresses in her Alzheimer’s patients to achieve cognitive improvement at the cellular level

• 3 reasons why Alzheimer’s research and standard treatment has been a massive failure…this is a must-listen for any person dealing with neurodegenerative disease

• Details of the now infamous 2006 study that seems to have fabricated research on Alzheimer’s connection to amyloid beta proteins

• How faulty science led to a misguided paradigm of Alzheimer’s treatment and the development of risky, expensive drugs that don’t have a substantial positive effect

• Why inflammation isn’t a root cause of disease and the triggers we can be aware of instead

• The thoughtful details of Dr. Sandison’s research and how what she found completely upends everything we thought we knew about Alzheimer’s

• Actionable, accessible steps you can start TODAY to prevent or even reverse dementia...plus movement and mindfulness tips you’ve never heard before!

In this episode, I’m speaking with Robert Lufkin, MD, a physician and medical school professor at UCLA and the University of Southern California, about his new, provocatively titled book Lies I Taught In Medical School.

In this episode, I’m speaking with my friend and brilliant functional doctor, Dr. Datis Kharrazian, on the most evidence-based and practical ways to support your brain. 

This is a re-release of a MUST-LISTEN episode if you have any cognitive concerns, such as a history of brain injury or fatigue, or if you’re concerned with keeping your brain healthy as you age. Dr. Kharrazian draws on his decades of clinical experience to share his top tips for brain health and life-long optimization. We cover a LOT of ground with tons of great takeaways you’ll want to hear!

This podcast was originally published in February 2021

In this episode, I’m speaking for a third time with Borge Fagerli about some powerful mindset techniques he uses in his coaching practice that will help you achieve your fitness, muscle-building, and weight-loss goals. 

If you haven’t yet, be sure to listen to our first two episodes. In them, Borge explains his simplified but highly effective approach to training, gives us some insight into his history, and explains why he’s now focused on psychology and mindset rather than the common hyper focus on relatively trivial details that tends to dominate the world of evidence-based fitness.

In this episode, I’m speaking with holistic dentist and educator Dr. Judson Wall about how oral health is the overlooked gateway to full-body health and the most potent ways to keep your teeth and gums (and every other body system!) working optimally.

This podcast was initially released in April 2022. 

In this podcast, Dr. Judson and I discuss:

• The top nutrient deficiencies that contribute most to dental decay, decreased bone density, and nerve issues (and a whole host of other problems)

• Does fluoride work…in toothpaste or drinking water? And is it really as harmful as some people say it is?

• Why our ancestors didn’t need to brush their teeth or floss (and what we can learn from them)

• The best natural alternatives to commercial toothpaste products

• Why the pH of the mouth is the most vital aspect of avoiding gum disease…do you know your oral pH?

• Why root canals and silver fillings are terrible practices (along with effective alternatives and remedies)

• Tips for avoiding sleep apnea and poor craniofacial development in childhood

• Dr. Wall’s top 4 tips for excellent oral hygiene and health

In this episode of The Energy Blueprint podcast, I’m speaking with Dr. Melissa Sonners, host of the Be Inspired Mama podcast and creator of a movement that's transforming how women approach self-care. 

After battling Lyme disease and mold toxicity while juggling motherhood, a chiropractic practice, and the pressure to "do it all," Dr. Sonners discovered that traditional self-care wasn't the answer—it was self-CONNECTION. Her practical approach helps busy women transform their relationship with themselves without adding more to their overflowing plates. 

This conversation is essential for any woman feeling overwhelmed by life's demands.

In this episode, I’m re-releasing an episode with Dr. Stephan Guyenet and Dr. Mario Kratz, two impressively experienced nutrition researchers with a wide range of expertise, about their organization Red Pen Reviews, a non-profit dedicated to publishing unbiased, scientifically accurate reviews for current nutrition books hitting the market.

Today, we focus on two popular but controversial books—Dr. Steven Gundry’s The Plant Paradox and Carnivore Code from Dr. Paul Saladino.

This podcast was originally published on August 27 2022

In this podcast, Dr. Guyenet, Dr. Kratz, and I discuss:

• How difficult it is to parse out accurate versus inaccurate and biased information and the regulated and systematic role of Red Pen Reviews in clearing up the confusion

• The 3 focus areas Dr. Guyenet and Dr. Kratz use to score the books they review and the importance of each

• How the health claims made in Carnivore Code compare to research AND anecdotal reports of people eating the diet…and how the main claim that humans evolved to be carnivores compares to evolutionary evidence

• Possible downsides or even dangers of the carnivore diet and if these caveats are discussed in the book

• The full truth of the claim that elevated LDL is not a cardiovascular concern if a person has excellent metabolic health

• Does a nose-to-tail carnivore diet provide all the nutrients you need each day?

• The Plant Paradox’s primary claim that certain plant lectins lead to approximately 50 diseases…plus, what a lectin actually is!

• What current research tells us about lectins triggering leaky gut, inflammation, and autoimmune disease 

• The health status of people who eat large amounts of lectin-rich legumes, tomatoes, and other nightshade vegetables

• Could lectins and other plant foods be stressful BUT ALSO beneficial at the same time?

• Practical ways to evaluate the nutrition information you take in every day so you can more easily consider what’s accurate and what’s likely not

In this episode, I’m happy to welcome Borge back for another conversation about fitness. But this time, he’s focusing on the importance of mindset. 

However, this isn’t the same mindset information you’ve heard in other places. Borge has decades of experience as a fitness expert, and he’s now approaching health through an incredibly authentic, honest, and highly effective lens that I think will help you achieve your goals, too.

In this podcast, Borge and I discuss:

• Why he switched his focus from purely muscle building to mindset, and the fascinating concept of the Dunning-Kruger effect that fueled this shift

• Why a big-picture view of health, fitness, and even life might be the best context for understanding new information (and living happily!) versus getting lost in the details

• Our own personal journeys in the fitness industry and why comparison truly is the thief of joy

• The role of social media in how we perceive ourselves and the illusion of optimal that it promotes; unfortunately, the algorithm rarely rewards authenticity 

• The signs that let you know someone is lying to you on social media

• One major step Borge took to bring more honesty and authenticity into his already powerful message

• Understanding when you should self-experiment and when you should follow a protocol…there’s a time and place for both!

• Is biohacking really as valuable as everyone says it is? Or is there a more simplistic approach to health that’s just as effective? 

• The importance of enjoyment as part of our health routines…don’t forget to achieve your goals AND have fun!

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Titus Chiu, a functional neurologist and author of Leaky Brain Fix, his 5-step protocol for not just healing but optimizing brain function.

Dr. Chiu is a brilliant clinician who will share how to heal from brain injuries such as concussions or brain trauma AND how to take a healthy brain from normal to super-human!

In this episode, Alex is back for part 2 of our myth busting discussion—be sure to listen to our conversation from last week if you haven’t already!

Before you dive into this episode, I want to tell you that this is a powerful podcast – especially if you’re overweight or if you have insulin resistance/type II diabetes. 

Alex and I thoroughly discuss the research and ideas we’ve been compiling for over 2 years, and he presents a novel and evidence-based paradigm of metabolic health and insulin resistance (which are at the core of many of the chronic diseases that kill us)…one that may just change your health forever!

Why does this matter? 

9 out of 10 people in the United States (or possibly even higher) have poor metabolic health. And these issues are connected to heart disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative disease…the major killers faced by everyone in modern society.