Podcast

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.

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

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.

In this episode, Dr. Evan Hirsch talks 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 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.

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.

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.

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 episode, I am speaking with Dr. Yogi Hendlin who is an environmental philosopher and public health scientist. We will talk about how science is manipulated by the industry and what you can do to filter through the disinformation and protect yourself.

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.

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.

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.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Robert Lufkin, 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.

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.

In this episode, I am speaking with holistic dentist and dentist educator, Dr. Judson Wall about how your oral health is the gateway to bodily health, and the keys to optimizing your oral health.

In this episode, I am speaking with top nutritional experts, Dr. Stephan Guyenet and Dr. Mario Kratz, about their evidence-based website project assessing the scientific credibility of popular modern diet books.

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. 

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.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Michael Platt, MD, board-certified in internal medicine and author of Adrenaline Dominance, a fascinating take on the many ways that an overabundance of adrenaline can negatively affect your health.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Brian Keane, Ireland’s top nutrition and exercise expert, who shares his hard-won experience with us on the best ways to move and eat for fat loss, moving and looking good as we get older, and how to have more energy every day.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Børge Fagerli, creator of an innovative and highly efficient resistance training method called Myo-Reps, which is a way to create 80% of the results in a fraction of the time.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Tom O’Bryan about his upcoming docu-series, The Inflammation Equation: Decoding the Steps to Optimal Well-Being, why he believes inflammation is at the core of disease, and his approach to solving it.

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 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.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Mel Hopper Koppelman about her powerful and unique view of medicine, a context that I believe is much more effective than the conventional or even functional medical models we’re used to.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Jason Hawrelak, world-renowned microbiome expert, gastrointestinal specialist, and author of over 60 research papers dedicated to gut health

In this episode, I’m speaking with Barton Scott about the powerful role of minerals in human health.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Christopher Pickard, a hypertension expert with decades of expertise studying nutrition and lifestyle on how to get your blood pressure back down into the healthy range.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Rome Za, a movement specialist, Jiu-Jitsu athlete, father, and founder of the Rome Za method, a breathwork-based way to transform your nervous system.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Keesha Ewers, a trauma-informed therapist who shares her deeply personal story that led to a life of self-transformation, education, and the mind-mitochondria connection.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Eric D. Gordon, MD, a clinician with over 40 years of experience working with and deeply listening to patients with complex, chronic illnesses…and one of my favorite podcast guests.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Ariel Garten, a neuroscientist, artist, and entrepreneur who revolutionized the world of meditation with her award-winning Muse headband, a brain-sensing device praised by everyone from the Mayo Clinic to NASA!

In this episode, I’m speaking with Kelly McCann, MD, a functional medicine doctor who has lectured all over the world on commonly overlooked causes of chronic illness, such as mold and mycotoxins, Lyme and associated infections, environmental medicine, and the topic of our podcast, mast cell activation, which, surprisingly, may affect up to 25% of people!

In this episode, I’m speaking with gut health and microbiome expert Dr. Jason Hawrelak about his absolutely fascinating research on how to best care for your gut and feed your good gut bacteria.

In this episode, I am speaking with Trina Felber, the founder of Primal Life Organics and an expert in dental care and oral hygiene. We’re going to talk about cavities and gum disease (and how to prevent or potentially reverse these situations) and a lot more good stuff around how to have an amazing oral health.

In this fascinating episode, I’m speaking with inventor and researcher Alex Tarnava, who developed the first effective-dose molecular hydrogen supplement to address a crippling mystery illness that suddenly destroyed his once highly active life.

Our conversation reveals how initially skeptical we both were about the effectiveness of molecular hydrogen!

In this episode, I’m speaking with Brian Johnson, founder and CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation and the author of Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Robert Naviaux, MD, Ph.D., the revolutionary mind behind the Cell Danger Response, a landmark contribution to the study of chronic fatigue and other long-term illnesses.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Michael T. Murray, a naturopathic physician, widely respected author, and mitochondrial expert with over 40 years of experience.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Christine Schaffner. Dr. Schaffner is a board-certified naturopathic physician who focuses on “mystery illnesses”—she’s helped thousands of patients recover from chronic, complex conditions.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Kashif Khan, CEO of The DNA Company, about the incredible differences between traditional and functional genetics.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Eric Balcavage, who is a renowned thyroid health expert and author of the Thyroid Debacle. He also lectures around the country on various health topics including stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine, thyroid dysfunction, methylation dysfunction, and more.

In this episode, I am speaking with Scott Sherr, MD about Methylene Blue and the amazing range of benefits.

In this episode, I am speaking with Chris Masterjohn, PhD, a top expert in nutritional biochemistry about the conclusions he has reached over years of studying the subject of optimal nutrition. As an expert in his field, this podcast is for anyone who cares about their mitochondria, their health and their body composition.

In this episode, I am speaking with one of my absolute favorite experts, my friend, the brilliant Dr. Datis Kharrazian, about his extensive expertise in working with people to overcome chronic fatigue. Dr. K is humble and soft spoken, but don’t let that fool you—he is widely regarded as one of the absolute geniuses of functional medicine and one of the pioneers and thought leaders that has influenced and educated virtually all other functional practitioners out there. This is one of my all-time favorite podcast conversations. There are dozens of gold nuggets in this episode (sometimes subtle, so listen carefully). A true must-listen for anyone who wants to overcome chronic fatigue or any chronic illness.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Kevin Conners about various aspects of healing from chronic disease, with emphasis on his experience in working with patients with cancer and autoimmune disease.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Dale Bredesen about the root causes of cognitive decline and how to prevent and reverse them.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, who is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician in nutritional science and geriatrics and is board certified in family medicine, and osteopathic manipulation. We will talk about the link between muscle health and longevity and mitochondria.

This week’s podcast episode is part 4 with Dr. James Chestnut. He’s now officially the guest I’ve had on the podcast more than anyone else. And there’s a reason for that – I believe there is no more powerful, or scientifically accurate foundational paradigm to understand human health than the one he teaches. In this episode, he talks about the 3 most important strategies to get well and stay well: “move well, eat well, and think well”.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Joel Fuhrman about his “Nutritarian” approach to nutrition which emphasizes preventing disease through prioritizing essential nutrients from plant-based sources and minimizing reliance on animal products.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Reef Karim, about the victim mindset that appears to be rapidly spreading across the youth of the Western world, the difference between victimhood vs vulnerability, conformism vs authenticity/courage, healing from trauma, self-sabotaging behavior, and how to grow into the fullest expression of your own capacities and authentic self.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Lee Know about CB2 products for pain, sleep issues, and anxiety. Table of Contents In this podcast, Dr. Know and I discuss: Terpenes and cannabis, and their interaction with the endocannabinoid system The significance of CB2 receptors in regulating inflammation and chronic diseases The relevance of the

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. James Chestnut for the third time, we talk about why healthspan is, by far, more important than lifespan and the biggest keys to optimizing healthspan.

In this episode, I am speaking with Daniel Vitalis – the host of WildFed on Outdoor Channel. In 2008 he founded the nutritional company, Surthrival, and most recently, he hosted the popular podcast, ReWild Yourself. We are going to talk about re-wilding and why it is an essential key to health.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Greg Kelly, a naturopathic physician and neurohacking expert about longevity, cellular energy, melatonin, brain enhancement, stress, and disease.

In this episode, I am speaking with Danny Dreyer – Founder and author of Chi Running – an approach to running technique based on the movement principles of Tai Chi. We will talk about how incorporating Tai Chi principles into your daily exercise can improve performance and prevent injury.

In this episode, I am speaking with Vanessa Spina also known as the Ketogirl. We will talk about fasting, time-restricted feeding, ketosis, and carbs and how you can improve your body composition using these tools.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. John Lieurance who is one of the top clinical experts in the world on the use of melatonin and methylene blue, as well as EndoNasal Cranial therapy. He runs the Advanced Rejuvenation Center in Sarasota, Florida. In this podcast, we do a deep dive into melatonin and methylene blue and how they are critical for optimal mitochondrial health.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Alan Christianson, who is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and the founding president of the Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians and the American College of Thyroidology. We’ll discuss his new book, the Hormone Healing Cookbook, and specific foods for resolving pesky symptoms driven by hormonal changes in midlife.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Vincent Pedre about his new book and his protocol for solving gut issues

Julie Olson, is a triple-board certified Functional Medicine Nutritionist whose mission is to help women worldwide restore their health, hope and hair loss naturally so they look and feel their very best! With more than 10 years of experience and success stories, Julie is known to skillfully investigate, discover and communicate root cause resolutions to revitalize health and naturally regrow hair. Julie has used these same strategies to personally overcome her own health struggles of hair loss, digestive issues, fatigue, and autoimmunity.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, professor of the most popular course ever at Harvard and world-renowned expert in the science of human happiness, about how we can live our most fulfilled lives.

In this episode, I am speaking with Jose Muñoz about psychedelic medicine and, specifically, the use of ketamine in healing, emotional development and spiritual growth.

In this episode, I am speaking with Emily Fletcher – the founder of Ziva meditation – about why you should tab into your sexuality to manifest your goal and dreams.

In this part, we talk about the common misconceptions about the impact of nutrition and lifestyle on health and why it is much better than common drug treatment for long-term health.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. James Chestnut about the common misconceptions about the impact of nutrition and lifestyle on health and why it is much better than common drug treatment for long-term health.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Sue Morter about energy, quantum physics, and how to use your mind to create optimal health.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Lee Holden – one of the top experts in the world on Qigong. We will talk about what Qigong is and how it can improve your stress and energy levels.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Jill Carnahan, MD – a functional medicine expert duly board certified in family medicine for 10 years, and in integrative medicine since 2015. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn’s disease, and toxic mold illness, she brings a unique perspective to treating patients in the midst of chronic and complex illness.
She co-authored the Personalized and Precision Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine textbook with Dr. Mark Houston and her new book, which is what we’re talking about in this interview, just came out in March 2023, is called Unexpected: Finding Resilience Through Functional Medicine, Science and Faith.

In this episode, I am speaking with Margie Bissinger who is a physical therapist, integrative health coach, author, and happiness trainer. She has more than 25 years of experience helping people with osteoporosis and osteopenia improve their bone health through an integrative comprehensive approach.

In this episode, I’m speaking with Christa Orecchio, who is a holistic and clinical nutritionist. We discuss her unique approach to getting her client’s nervous systems out of stress and back into healing mode.

https://youtu.be/4q88AlAYjOA In this episode, I am speaking with periodontist Dr. Al Danenberg about oral health, how it is related to gut health, and the easy and natural ways to improve your oral (and overall) health. Table of Contents In this podcast, Dr. Al and I discuss: The relationship between oral health and gut health (and

In this episode, I am speaking with Isaac Eliaz, MD, a leading expert in integrative medicine, specializing in cancer detoxification, immunity, and complex chronic conditions. We will discuss his recent book, The Survival Paradox, the Galectin-3 pathway, hormesis, and more.

https://youtu.be/3sg9Y7JWJIk In this episode, I am speaking with Paul Austin – the CEO of the Third Wave and a leading voice in the use of psychedelics for personal growth, creative insight, and professional transformation. We will talk about the latest science on psychedelics, micro-dosing, and more. Get $500 discount off of Paul’s program. Click here

In this episode, I speak with Wendie Trubow, MD, MBA, and IFM-certified practitioner. Dr. Trubow is passionate about helping women optimize their health and works as a functional medicine gynecologist. She is the co-author of Dirty Girl: Ditch the Toxins, Look Great, and Feel Freaking Amazing and has been regularly featured in MindBodyGreen and Huffington Post. We discuss the effect of toxins on your health and how to ditch them.

In this episode, I am speaking with Mark Effinger, also known as Mr. Noots. He is the chief product officer and formulator of a line of nootropic supplements from a company called Nootopia. We will discuss why using nootropics can take your performance, brain health, and energy to a whole new level.

In this episode, I am speaking with Dr. Amie Hornaman, also known as The Thyroid Fixer. She’s the founder of the Institute for Thyroid and Hormone Optimization, an organization with transformational, proven approaches to address thyroid dysfunction and support people in returning to optimal health. We will talk about the root causes of Hashimoto’s, testosterone, hormone replacement therapy, and more.

In this episode, I am speaking with Morley Robbins about his novel hypothesis that chronic fatigue (and most chronic disease) is caused predominantly by copper and iron dysregulation. This is a fascinating idea that I allow him to explore in depth, while also pushing back a bit at times on the idea that health can be reduced to any kind of simple mineral issue. In this part 3 Morley will tie the previous episodes together and share how you can move on.

In this episode, I am speaking with Uma Naidoo, MD – a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and a trained nutrition specialist.
She is the author of the national bestseller This Is Your Brain on Food where she shows cutting-edge science, explaining how food contributes to our mental health and how a sound diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues from ADHD to anxiety, to depression to OCD and others.
This is a deep and wide-ranging conversation with a lot of value where we talk a lot about depression, anxiety, neurotransmitters, and different kinds of foods and nutritional factors that relate to your risk of these conditions, the gut-brain axis, and so much more.

In this episode, I am speaking with Morley Robbins about his novel hypothesis that chronic fatigue (and most chronic disease) is caused predominantly by copper and iron dysregulation. This is a fascinating idea that I allow him to explore in depth, while also pushing back a bit at times on the idea that health can be reduced to any kind of simple mineral issue. I think Morley is a fascinating guy with a lot of valuable and novel ideas, and I hope you’ll listen in to what he has to say.

https://youtu.be/OlQBekuYtpU In this episode I am speaking with Dr. Andrew Hill is the founder of Peak Brain Institute and a leading neurofeedback practitioner and biohacking coach for clients worldwide. At Peak Brain, Dr. Hill provides individualized training programs to help you optimize your brain across goals of stress, sleep, attention, brain fog, creativity, and athletic

https://youtu.be/SefLxshFMkc In this episode I am speaking with Dr. Andrew Hill is the founder of Peak Brain Institute and a leading neurofeedback practitioner and biohacking coach for clients worldwide. At Peak Brain, Dr. Hill provides individualized training programs to help you optimize your brain across goals of stress, sleep, attention, brain fog, creativity, and athletic