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Mitigating Muscle Loss from GLP-1 Agonists, with Dr. Anurag Singh
GLP-1 agonist drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic have burst onto the scene, offering exciting prospects for metabolic health. And while I find the potential of these drugs truly fascinating, amidst their promising benefits, there’s a significant concern looming that…
Tackling Alzheimer’s Disease Head On – the Inspiring Work of Dr. Heather Sandison
Today, I am honored to connect with Dr. Heather Sandison, whose work in reversing Alzheimer’s is nothing short of groundbreaking. Her dedication challenges the status quo of dementia care, offering real hope and tangible solutions. We’ll explore the intricacies of…
Targeting Senescent Cells? Dose and Timing Matters – with Dr. Greg Kelly
I’m thrilled to welcome you to a truly fascinating discussion on the cutting edge of longevity medicine. In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Dr. Greg Kelly to explore the complex world of cellular senescence and its profound…
Dr. Barry Sears (of Zone Diet Fame) on Lifetime Metabolic Health and Sourcing Omega-3s
In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to speak with Dr. Barry Sears, the creator of the Zone Diet, an approach that has not only topped bestseller lists multiple times but has also profoundly impacted nutritional practices really across the world. We…
Unraveling PCOS and Fertility: Debunking Common Misconceptions with Dr. Tara Harding
Fellow clinicians, gear up for an enlightening dive with Dr. Tara Harding, a vanguard in the realm of women’s health and fertility. Renowned for her exceptional work as a family nurse practitioner and fertility coach, Dr. Harding brings a wealth…
AI, Digital Twins, and the Future of Personalized Medicine Interventions with Dr. Nathan Price
I’m beyond thrilled to share this mind-blowing conversation with Dr. Nathan Price, Chief Scientific Officer of Thorne HealthTech and author of The Age of Scientific Wellness. Imagine harnessing AI to predict outcomes of our functional interventions (diet, supplements, lifestyle) by…
Decoding Aging: The Science Of Cellular Rejuvenation With Dr. Vittorio Sebastiano
It was a career-defining (and perhaps life changing) moment when Dr. Vittorio Sebastiano, a reproductive biologist by training, realized that because we are able to create life, that same body of information could be harnessed to create youth – that…
Advanced Metabolomics: Identifying the Metabolic Signature for Aging with Betsy Redmond, Ph.D., MMSc, RDN
As functional practitioners, we’re compelled to understand the intricate changes in the aging journey that fuel the diseases we strive to prevent. The emergence of omics data, particularly metabolomics, marks a pivotal moment, and I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr.…
Burnout in Healthcare: Causes, Consequences, and Solutions with Dr. Jonathan Prousky
In the midst of the ongoing pandemic, healthcare practitioners have been working tirelessly to care for their patients. But what about their own health and well-being? Today, I am delighted to welcome back Dr. Jonathan Prousky, Chief Naturopathic Medical Officer…
Beyond Mitochondrial Health: Can Urolithin A Slow Down Aging?
In the realm of bioenergetics, few nutrients have burst onto the stage with the impressive force wielded by the postbiotic rock star—Urolithin A. In today’s episode I’m honored to be joined by the brilliant Dr. Chris Rinsch, co-founder of Amazentis…
Resolving Osteoporosis and Optimizing Bone Health – A Tour de Force Update
Did you know that “bone-eating” osteoclast cells are derived from immune cell precursors and are stimulated by inflammation, just like other immune cells? Or that bone has its own glycocalyx whose health is essential to realize the benefits of exercise…
Breast Health and Beyond: A Practitioner’s Guide to Functional Testing
Over 270,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed each year in the US. And while BRCA mutations often get the most press, there are other, potentially more critical factors we can address. Today, Dr. Ruth Hobson joins us to…
Have You Met Your Imprintome Yet? Here’s Why You Should
I’m thrilled and honored to have Dr. Randy Jirtle join us again today on New Frontiers. Dr. Jirtle’s groundbreaking Agouti Mouse Study has shaped what we know about the influence of early life exposure on methylation and epigenetics. His (current…
From Complex to Accessible: Streamlining Functional Medicine Labs
If you’re a regular listener, you’ve undoubtedly heard me sing the praises of Rupa Health numerous times, and there’s a compelling reason for it! Rupa has taken the FxMed world by storm, introducing a product that has quickly become indispensable.…
The Role of Adrenal Function in Thyroid Health and Longevity with Dr. Izabella Wentz
New Frontiers in Functional Medicine® Podcast Sponsors Dr. Kara Fitzgerald is eternally grateful to our sponsors who, by blogging, podcasting and advertising with us, enable me and my team to devote energy and time to writing and publication. Rupa Health…
Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediators: As Close to a Panpharmacon as We Can Get?
When it comes to foundational supplements, fish oils have stood the test of time as an important source of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA that have been lost in modern diets. But there is so much more to…
Mark Newman: Maximizing Hormone Health With The DUTCH Test
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Mark Newman, the president and founder of Precision Analytical, the company behind the revolutionary DUTCH test. Mark is a true pioneer in the field of hormone testing, and in our conversation,…
Mastering Cardiovascular Longevity: Glycocalyx & Biohacking for Optimal Heart Health
Vascular health is fundamentally essential to longevity and health span, and that’s why I’m thrilled to be welcoming Dr. Michael Twyman to New Frontiers. Trained as an invasive cardiologist, Dr. Twyman has made the shift to a more preventative approach,…
Evidence-Based Dietary Approach to Improve Health and Stress Resiliency Through the Microbiome
I’m so happy to be here with Dr. Vincent Pedre to dig into emerging science on the microbiome because as Dr. Pedre preaches: it all starts with the gut. On today’s podcast, Dr. Pedre shares extensive clinical pearls from his…
Measuring Metabolites of Dysbiosis and Gut Function to Create Targeted Interventions
As we gain insight into microbiome impact on our health, we need accurate tests that tell us not only what and how much is there, but also which metabolites, or post-biotics created that can have downstream effects. So today I’m…