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Dr. Patrick Hanaway: Beyond Conventional Medicine: An Exploration into Diagnostics and Functional Medicine

Dr. Patrick Hanaway: Beyond Conventional Medicine: An Exploration into Diagnostics and Functional Medicine

September 20, 2023

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 Vidaig people of Sierra Madres, Mexico influenced his approach to treating this condition?

Dr. Chris Shade: A Deep Dive into Detoxification

Dr. Chris Shade: A Deep Dive into Detoxification

September 13, 2023

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Chris Shade joins our host Dr. Scott Sherr 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 (including hangover prevention), and how does incorporating CBD, liposomal glutathione, and polyphenols aid in regulating neuroinflammation and mobilizing toxin

Dr. Amy Killen: Exploring Stem Cell Therapies

Dr. Amy Killen: Exploring Stem Cell Therapies

September 6, 2023

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Amy Killen joins our host Dr. Scott Sherr 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. Neil Grunberg: The Art of Followership and Leadership in Healthcare

Dr. Neil Grunberg: The Art of Followership and Leadership in Healthcare

August 30, 2023

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. Susan Rossell: Unraveling the Complexities of Body Image

Dr. Susan Rossell: Unraveling the Complexities of Body Image

August 23, 2023

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. Iva Lloyd: A Journey into the Future of Naturopathic Medicine

Dr. Iva Lloyd: A Journey into the Future of Naturopathic Medicine

August 16, 2023

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?

Greg Potter: The Influence of Chronobiology on Human Health

Greg Potter: The Influence of Chronobiology on Human Health

August 9, 2023

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Greg Potter joins our host Boomer Anderson to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include: What is chronobiology and how does it affect our daily lives, specifically our sleep patterns, mood, and overall health? How can the understanding of biological rhythms such as infradian, ultradian, and circadian rhythms, be applied to improve our health and wellbeing? What are the benefits of maintaining a regular eating window and how does it relate to chrononutrition?

Dr. Bret Scher: Revolutionizing Mental Health Through Metabolic Therapy and the Ketogenic Diet

Dr. Bret Scher: Revolutionizing Mental Health Through Metabolic Therapy and the Ketogenic Diet

August 2, 2023

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. Kiran Krishnan: Revolutionizing Health Through Gut Microbiota

Dr. Kiran Krishnan: Revolutionizing Health Through Gut Microbiota

August 1, 2023

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Kiran Krishnan joins our host Dr. Ted Achacoso to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include: What are the most exciting clinical developments in the field of gut microbiota and probiotic supplementation? How do outer membrane vesicles violate the dogma that bacteria and human cells should not communicate directly? Why is the gut microbiota now considered an organ in the body that is postnatal, or an organ that grows right after birth?

Dr. Tommy Wood: Health Optimization at Every Stage of Life

Dr. Tommy Wood: Health Optimization at Every Stage of Life

August 1, 2023

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Tommy Wood joins our host Boomer Anderson to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include: What types of markers should you be testing, and when are they necessary? What can those in the general population be doing to optimize their health, specifically minimizing cognitive decline and physical decline as they age? What do elite level athletes and elite level professionals do differently?

Dr. Ted Achacoso: The GABA System, Brain Function, and Health Optimization

Dr. Ted Achacoso: The GABA System, Brain Function, and Health Optimization

August 1, 2023

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Dr. Ted Achacoso joins our host Dr. Scott Sherr to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include: What is GABA, and why do we need it? How is GABA synthesized? What are some of the conditions and syndromes that are related to GABA deficiency?

Dr. Susan Rossell: Body Dysmorphia, Psychedelic Treatment, and the Potential of Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy

Dr. Susan Rossell: Body Dysmorphia, Psychedelic Treatment, and the Potential of Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy

July 6, 2023

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: What is psilocybin, and what effects does it have on the brain? What are the potential risks of psilocybin, and what could go wrong during psilocybin experiences? What is the connection between psilocybin and body dysmorphic disorder?