Discover the hidden dangers of antacids, the critical role of nitric oxide in health, and how to naturally boost its production for longevity and disease prevention. In this deep dive, we explore the science behind gut health, nutrient deficiencies, the oral microbiome, and cutting-edge biohacking strategies. Learn how lifestyle choices, diet, and supplements impact nitric oxide levels and overall well-being. Don't miss this essential guide to optimizing your health from the inside out!

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Dr. Nathan Bryan

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - The Danger of Antacids and Inhibiting Stomach Acid

00:00:38 - Nitric Oxide: The Molecule Connected to All Disease

00:03:28 - How to Stimulate and Activate Nitric Oxide Production

00:06:11 - Nitric Oxide's Implication in Longevity and Telomeres

00:07:28 - Restoring Nitric Oxide Production for Biohacking

00:09:45 - Three-Step Activation of Nitric Oxide

00:11:42 - Decline in Micronutrients in Food Over Time

00:13:28 - Naturopathic Philosophy: Give the Body What It Needs

00:17:56 - Restrictions on Adding Nitrogen-Based Fertilizer

00:20:01 - Growing Your Own Food and Soil Samples

00:23:23 - The Oral Microbiome and Nitric Oxide Production

00:25:10 - The Effects of Mouthwash and Fluoride on Blood Pressure

00:29:06 - Cardio Smile Toothpaste

00:30:44 - Suppressing Stomach Acid and Nitric Oxide Production

00:33:47 - Overcoming Heartburn with Apple Cider Vinegar

00:35:26 - SPECT Scans and Brain Perfusion

00:37:23 - Alzheimer's as a Metabolic Disease

00:39:54 - Nasal Breathing and Oxygenation

00:42:09 - Nitric Oxide Is a Gas

00:44:28 - Developing Safe and Effective Drug Therapy

00:47:14 - Destroying Nitric Oxide Production

00:48:47 - The Book Launch

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Cold water immersion has taken the wellness world by storm, but is it safe for women? In this video, Dr. G breaks down the science of cold exposure, how it affects hydration, hormones, and nervous system regulation, and when it can do more harm than good. Learn how to do it safely, the best techniques, and who should avoid it. Don't jump into cold tubs without watching this first.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Cold Tub Considerations for Women

00:01:28 - Introduction to Cold Water Immersion

00:02:35 - The Trending Popularity of Cold Water Immersion

00:04:07 - The Importance of Hydration and Electrolytes

00:06:21 - The Body's Shock Response to Cold Water

00:08:55 - Benefits of Cold Water Immersion

00:13:15 - Who Should Avoid Cold Water Immersion

00:16:19 - Cold Tubs and Pregnancy

00:18:50 - Starting with Cold Showers

00:19:49 - Breathing Techniques and Wim Hof

00:21:56 - Pay Attention to Your Body's Recovery

00:22:49 - Contrast Immersion in the Shower

00:23:58 - The Psychological Factor of Cold Water Immersion

00:27:41 - Final Thoughts

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Your nervous system plays a powerful role in your relationships, attachment patterns, and emotional health. In this episode, Dr. G sits down with Dr. Jessica McGuire to explore childhood attachment, generational trauma, and how to build healthier connections by understanding your body's signals.

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Dr. Jessica McGuire

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00:01:54 - Attachment Patterns and Nervous System States

00:05:45 - Abandoning Yourself in Relationships

00:06:04 - The Role of Safety and Attachment in Childhood

00:09:17 - Interoception and Its Importance

00:11:30 - Impact of Narcissistic Parents on Children's Nervous Systems

00:13:01 - Developing Awareness of Your Nervous System

00:14:42 - Generational Trauma and Over-Coddling Children

00:18:02 - The Importance of Allowing Children to Feel Sadness

00:21:06 - Balancing Children's Emotions with Parental Mental Health

00:24:03 - Good Enough Parenting and Repairing Ruptures

00:26:39 - Making Children Feel Secure and Connected

00:31:31 - Misbehavior as a Bid for Connection

00:33:39 - Parenting and Accountability

00:34:18 - The Newborn's Nervous System and the Mother's Role

00:45:26 - The Impact of Home Environment on the Nervous System

00:48:21 - Understanding the Vagus Nerve

00:57:23 - The Nervous System of a Narcissistic Parent

01:06:15 - External Factors That Deregulate Us

01:08:29 - The Sophisticated Intelligence of the Nervous System

01:11:21 - Conclusion and Gratitude

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Want to live longer and feel better? Dr. G breaks down the top 5 science-backed strategies to increase longevity and boost your health. From strength training to cardiovascular fitness, social connections, and better sleep, this is your ultimate guide to aging well. Plus, learn about key supplements that can support your journey!

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00:00:00 - Introduction: The Importance of Muscle Mass and Longevity

00:01:00 - The Five Evidence-Based Ways to Extend Your Life

00:02:33 - #5: Strength Training for Longevity

00:09:36 - #4: Sleep Quality and Duration

00:11:36 - #3: Caloric Restriction and Fasting

00:15:14 - #2: Social Connection and Purpose

00:18:26 - #1: Cardiovascular Fitness

00:20:14 - Conclusion: Taking Control of Your Longevity

In this episode, we dive deep into somatic therapy with Hala Khouri—the key to healing beyond traditional talk therapy. We explore how the body holds trauma, the power of rewilding, and how reconnecting with our physical selves can transform mental health.

Hala Khouri 

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Timestamps: 00:00:04 - Introduction to Somatics and Mental Health

00:02:12 - Somatics: Finding Home in Your Body

00:07:49 - Rewilding Ourselves: Reconnecting with Ancient Practices

00:13:15 - The Wisdom Within: Honoring Your Body's Needs

00:16:49 - The Body Keeps the Score: Imprints of Experiences

00:22:52 - Finding Purpose When Your Nervous System is Dysregulated

00:29:01 - Physical Healing Through Somatic Practices

00:34:17 - Strengthening Relationships Through Deeper Feelings

00:42:52 - Bringing More Community to Ourselves

00:49:02 - Leaning into What Feels Good and Safe

00:54:23 - Signs That Somatic Process is Working

00:58:52 - Where to Find Hala

In this episode, Dr. G dives deep into some of the most controversial health trends—raw milk, the carnivore diet, alkaline water, sunscreen myths, and even the dangerous trend of dry scooping pre-workouts. Are these trends backed by science, or are they just clever marketing? Dr. G breaks it all down with research, safer alternatives, and the real impact on your health. Don’t fall for the hype—watch this before trying any of these trends!

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00:00:00 - Raw Milk Safety Concerns

00:03:52 - Carnivore Diet: Science vs Hype

00:07:16 - Research on the Carnivore Diet

00:12:55 - Essential Nutrients and the Carnivore Diet

00:14:30 - Raw Milk: Nutrient-Rich or Bacteria Bomb?

00:16:28 - Science Behind Raw Milk

00:19:29 - Alkaline Water: Scam or Solution?

00:22:35 - Sunscreen Myths and Skin Cancer

00:27:49 - Dangers of Misinformation About Sunscreen

00:28:34 - Dry Scooping Pre-Workouts: Heart Attack in a Scoop?

00:31:45 - Health is Not One Size Fits All

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Navigating difficult conversations, emotional regulation, and personal growth, this episode covers it all. Dr. G sits down to discuss the power of psychological immunity, handling disagreement with grace, and why people just want to be seen and heard.

From emotional dysregulation and cold water therapy to building deeper connections and understanding the mind-body connection, this episode is packed with insights to help you become more resilient in life and relationships.

#emotionalhealth #wellness #spirtuality

Jeff Krasno

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Show Notes:

Interviewing People Who Disagree with Me

Applying Physiological Stressors

Writing About Controversial Issues

Dealing with Negative Emails

Growing Up as a People Pleaser

Building Psychological Immunity

Creating a Safe Space for Difficult Conversations

People Just Want to Be Seen and Heard

Having Difficult Conversations with Loved Ones

Healing Yourself Before Healing Relationships

Somatic Practices for Emotional Regulation

Cold Water Therapy and Emotional Resilience

Emotional Regulation and Mental Resilience

Seeking Connection, Not Solution

Listen to Understand, Not to Respond

Dousing the Flames of Anger

The Mind-Body Connection

The Stress of Unresolved Conversations

The Hard Work of Intimacy

Bridging Mysticism and Medicine

Studying the Physical to Understand the Spiritual

Agency Over Your Fate

The Philosophy of the Middle Way

Good Stress and Healthier Homeostasis

Personal Health Transformation

Social Fitness and Mental Health

Good Stress Book Coming Out

Social Media and Website

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Is social media hijacking your brain? In this video, we break down how constant phone usage and social media exposure rewire your brain, affect your dopamine levels, and impact your mental and physical health. Learn how to regain control with dopamine fasting, digital detox strategies, and practical tips to reset your brain for focus, balance, and overall well-being.

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Show Notes:

Introduction: The Impact of Phone Usage

Prioritizing Dopamine Fasting and Digital Detox

Setting Time Limits on Social Media

Understanding How Phones Rewire the Brain

Regaining Autonomy of Your Brain

The Striatum and Habit Formation

Dopamine Receptors and Social Media Use

How Social Media Platforms Hack Your Focus

Social Media as a Toxin

Constant Social Media Exposure and Fight or Flight

Melatonin Suppression

Rewiring and Regaining Balance

Setting Time Limits and Restoring Balance

The Importance of Blue Light Blockers

Increasing Real Life Oxytocin

The Benefits of Sunlight

Brain Reset Challenge

Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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Dr. G and Dr. Cathleen King explore the complexities of nervous system regulation and healing. Together, they delve into personal experiences, including the effects of environmental stressors like mold and digital technology on our nervous systems. The episode covers practical tools for rebalancing, including eye yoga, breathwork, and somatic practices that help individuals reconnect with their bodies. They also discuss the importance of forgiveness, identity shifts, and mental disruptions in the healing process. Tune in for a deep dive into how to reset your nervous system and reclaim your health.

#wellness #nervoussystem #anxietyrelief

Dr. Cathleen King

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Introduction: Healing the Nervous System

Personal Experience: Mold and Nervous System Overdrive

Practical Tools: Rebalancing the Nervous System

Eye Yoga: Using Eye Exercises for Brain Stimulation

Cell Phones: A Dysregulating Influence

Symptoms of Dysregulation

Tool for Breath: The Voo Breath

Nervous System: Mental Disruptions and Contractions

Identity: Chronic Disease & Creating Our Reality

Nervous System: External Toxins

Retraining: The World is Safe

Forgiveness: Letting Go of Past Relationships

Shame & Religious Trauma

Cartman’s Triangle: Victim, Perpetrator, Savior

Relationships: Attachment Wounds

Dimensional Shift: Mindset & Spiritual Connection

Primal Trust: Regulating Everything

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Most people think weight gain is all about diet and exercise—but what if something else is secretly making you fat?

In this episode, Dr. G exposes obesogens—environmental toxins hiding in your food, water, and everyday products that hijack your metabolism, disrupt hormones and make fat loss nearly impossible.

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Introduction to Obesogens and Weight Gain

Binding and Eliminating Toxins: Activated Charcoal and Fiber-Rich Foods

Liver Detoxification: Sulforaphane

Understanding Obesogens and Their Impact on Metabolism

What are Obesogens?

Research on Obesogens and Their Effects

Where are Obesogens Found?

Avoiding Obesogens: Plastics, Personal Care Products, and Home Building Materials

Ditching Plastic Food Storage

Avoiding Plastic Water Bottles and Canned Foods

Choosing Safe Personal Care Products and Organic Foods

Filtering Water and Eating Pasture-Raised Meats

Avoiding Non-Stick and Stain-Resistant Chemicals

Choosing Natural Fibers and Avoiding Water-Resistant Gear

Avoiding Fragrances and Synthetic Chemicals

Heavy Metals as Obesogens

Avoiding Heavy Metals: Seafood, Lipstick, and Eyeliners

Integrative Detox Protocols for Obesogens

Binding and Eliminating Obesogens: Activated Charcoal and Fiber

Supporting Liver Detoxification: Glutathione, Milk Thistle, and Sulforaphane

Dandelion Root and Sweating it Out

Restoring Gut Health and Hormonal Balance

The Missing Piece to Weight Loss: Detoxing Obesogens

Emotional Repression and Weight Gain

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