Live Beyond the Norms

Every 20 seconds somewhere in the world, a person with diabetes loses a limb to amputation. For many, the path to that point begins with diabetic neuropathy. Sensation in the feet fades, so injuries can go unnoticed long enough to become ulcers.

Some of that lost sensation may not be as irreversible as patients are often told.

Podiatric and peripheral nerve surgeon Dr. Stephen Barrett argues that diabetes can cause nerves to swell and become compressed. He believes that relieving the pressure can restore sensation and function in some patients.

Dr. Stephen and I talk about how this happens and what nerve decompression could mean for people with diabetes. We also get into the patient whose foot moved again after five years.

“It's always easier to prevent a problem than to try to reverse a problem.” ~ Dr. Stephen Barrett

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Resources Mentioned:

U.S. Neuropathy Centers - https://usneuropathycenters.com/ 

The Pod of Inquiry - https://podofinquiry.com/ 

Some Nerve: New Hope for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy - https://podofinquiry.com/2025/12/some-nerve-hope-for-patients-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathy/ 

About Dr. Stephen Barrett:

Dr. Stephen Barrett is a podiatric and peripheral nerve surgeon with decades of experience treating foot, ankle, and nerve conditions. He holds patents for endoscopic surgical procedures and has trained more than 6,000 surgeons worldwide. He has published more than 50 peer-reviewed articles and co-authored a textbook on neurosensory testing. Dr. Barrett is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and has served as president of the Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons. 

Connect with Dr. Stephen Barrett:

- Website: https://www.usneuropathycenters.com/ 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Americans love their supplements. After all, they spend up to $70 billion per year on supplements, according to some estimates. But supplements can only do so much if your lifestyle keeps exposing you to the things that are affecting your health in the first place.

Chemical Free Body founder Tim James believes supplements have their place, but reducing that exposure has to be part of the equation. We talk about chemicals in everyday products, how stress affects the body, and why he starts some people with greens when they barely have the energy to make other changes.

This is only part of our conversation. To listen to the entire episode, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTULXv5i5F4

“You gotta stop putting in what was causing the problem in the first place.” ~ Tim James

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Resources Mentioned:

Global Healing - https://globalhealing.com/ 

Dr. Bryan Ardis - https://thedrardisshow.com/ 

Focused Life-Force Energy (FLFE) - https://www.flfe.net/ 

About Tim James:

Tim James is the founder of Chemical Free Body, a health coach, speaker, and supplement formulator. At 37, the former athlete and financial advisor was 42 pounds overweight and dealing with severe digestive issues, eczema, and chronic fatigue. His health journey eventually took him to the Hippocrates Health Institute and led him to leave the financial industry behind. He has since spent more than 15 years focused on nutrition, detoxification, and reducing everyday chemical exposure, while developing products through Chemical Free Body.

Connect with Tim James:

- Website: https://chemicalfreebody.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chemicalfreebody 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-james-cfb/ 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

The rise in human life expectancy is one of medicine’s biggest achievements. In 1950, the global average was just over 46 years. Today, it has passed 73. But living longer has also given us more time to accumulate the cellular damage behind many diseases of later life.

That brings me to my guest, Aubrey de Grey. A biomedical gerontologist and creator of SENS, Aubrey sees accumulated damage as something future medicine could repair again and again, potentially pushing biological decline further into the future.

Aubrey and I discuss his work with mice, the possibility of rejuvenating people later in life, and his idea of longevity escape velocity, where advances in medicine keep buying us enough time to benefit from whatever comes next.

“I don't work on immortality. I don't work on longevity. I work on health.” ~ Aubrey de Grey

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Resources Mentioned:

Ending Aging: The Rejuvenation Breakthroughs That Could Reverse Human Aging in Our Lifetime - https://www.amazon.com/Ending-Aging-Rejuvenation-Breakthroughs-Lifetime/dp/0312367074 

The Mitochondrial Free Radical Theory of Aging - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20021368/ 

Healthspan XPRIZE - https://www.xprize.org/prizes/healthspan 

About Aubrey de Grey:

Aubrey de Grey, PhD, is a biomedical gerontologist and President and Chief Science Officer of the LEV Foundation. He developed the Strategies for Engineered Negligible Senescence (SENS), an approach to combating aging by repairing the cellular and molecular damage that accumulates over time. He is the co-author of Ending Aging and previously co-founded both the Methuselah Foundation and SENS Research Foundation. His work has made him one of the most prominent advocates for rejuvenation biotechnology and extending healthy human lifespan.

Connect with Aubrey de Grey:

- Website: https://www.levf.org/ 

- X: https://x.com/aubreydegrey 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aubrey-de-grey-24260b/ 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

You can feel healthy, stay on top of your numbers, and still have something serious developing beneath the surface. I know because many of my standard markers looked good when I learned I had a 50% blockage in my widowmaker artery.

I wanted to know what else could be contributing to it. Preventive health and longevity physician Dr. Gregory Burzynski joins me to review my Toxin Zoomer results and put the findings into perspective. What showed up has me taking a closer look at the toxins I’m exposed to every day and what they could mean for my heart.

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 

Resources Mentioned:

Vibrant Wellness Toxin Zoomer - https://vibrant-wellness.com/tests/toxin-zoomer 

Boston Heart Fatty Acid Balance Test - https://bostonheartdiagnostics.com/test/boston-heart-fatty-acid-balance-test/ 

RAADfest - https://www.raadfest.com/ 

Previous Episode With Dr. Burzynski: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-KBxljOhhE

About Dr. Gregory Burzynski:

Dr. Gregory Burzynski is a board-certified internal medicine physician and the founder and CEO of Houston Concierge Medicine. He earned his degree in neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin before studying medicine at Jagiellonian University Medical College and completing his internal medicine residency through UT Southwestern. He also trained in integrative and functional medicine through the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine.

Connect with Dr. Gregory Burzynski:

- Website: https://www.houstonconciergemedicine.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houstonconciergemd/ 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drgregoryburzynski/ 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Your mouth is home to somewhere between 50 and 100 billion bacteria. We’re taught to get rid of bacteria, but many of the microbes in a healthy mouth are supposed to be there.

My guest, Nadine Artemis, explains why oral health depends on a healthy microbiome, how this changed her approach to dental care, and what led her to the “invisible toothbrush.”

Our discussion doesn’t end with dental health. Nadine also talks about sunlight and skincare, why she questions routine sunscreen use, and the role light plays in our health.

“Our teeth are like trees. They're drawing up nutrients from the “soil,” from the blood, and up into the pulp chamber.” ~ Nadine Artemis

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Resources Mentioned:

Holistic Dental Care by Nadine Artemis - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/228390/holistic-dental-care-by-nadine-artemis/ 

Renegade Beauty by Nadine Artemis - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/555840/renegade-beauty-by-nadine-artemis-foreword-by-carrie-anne-moss/9781583949696/ 

Why Raise Ugly Kids? by Hal A. Huggins - https://books.google.com/books/about/Why_Raise_Ugly_Kids.html?id=bVIpPQAACAAJ 

D-Minder app - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ontometrics.dminder 

Nadine’s Substack: https://nadineartemisofficial.substack.com/

About Nadine Artemis:

Nadine Artemis is the founder and creator of Living Libations, a botanical formulator, aromacologist, and author. In 1994, she opened Osmosis, an aromatherapy boutique in Toronto built around essential oils and custom botanical formulations. She is the author of Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums and Renegade Beauty: Reveal and Revive Your Natural Radiance, which was named one of New York Magazine’s top skincare books. Her work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, Vogue, and The Hollywood Reporter.

Connect with Nadine Artemis:

- Website: https://int.livinglibations.com 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadineartemisofficial 

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nadineartemisofficial 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Telomeres shorten every time many of our cells divide. Once they become too short, those cells can lose their ability to keep dividing. But what happens if you can lengthen them again?

Dr. Bill Andrews explains how research into telomerase opened that possibility and what happened when scientists restored telomerase activity in experimental cells and mice. He also discusses where gene therapy fits into the picture and the risks that still stand in the way.

This episode is a repurposed segment from an earlier Live Beyond the Norms conversation. Watch the full original episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozDn2tN3Nf4

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Resources Mentioned:

Hayflick Limit - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/0014482761901926 

Geron Corporation - https://www.geron.com/

ClinicalTrials.gov study on AAV-hTERT gene therapy for Alzheimer’s disease - https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04133454 

About Dr. Bill Andrews:

Dr. Bill Andrews is a molecular biologist and the founder and CEO of Sierra Sciences, where he researches telomeres, telomerase, and human aging. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular and Population Genetics from the University of Georgia in 1981. As Director of Molecular Biology at Geron Corporation, Andrews was one of the principal researchers involved in identifying the RNA and protein components of human telomerase. He later founded Sierra Sciences in 1999 to continue researching telomere maintenance and its potential applications in human longevity.

Connect with Dr. Bill Andrews:

- Website: https://sierrasci.com 

- Email: [email protected] 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Six months before having a widowmaker heart attack at 34, Dr. Stephen Hussey had a coronary calcium score of zero. He exercised regularly, ate a whole-food diet, and says his other health markers gave him little reason to think a heart attack was coming.

After surviving it, he started questioning whether the usual markers tell us enough about heart health. That led him to look more closely at blood flow and what happens inside the arteries as heart disease develops.

Dr. Hussey shares why sunlight and our daily light environment have become such a big part of how he thinks about cardiovascular health. He explains his interest in structured water and why his experience has made him question how much we can learn from testing alone.

“If a diet stops working for you, don't be dogmatic about it.” ~ Dr. Stephen Hussey

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Resources Mentioned:

Understanding the Heart by Stephen Hussey - https://resourceyourhealth.com/shop/

The Fourth Phase of Water by Gerald H. Pollack - https://www.pollacklab.org/publications

Cells, Gels and the Engines of Life by Gerald H. Pollack - https://www.pollacklab.org/publications

Charged by Gerald H. Pollack - https://www.pollacklab.org/publications

Previous Episode on Heart Health with Dr. Christopher Davis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epDpEArD0KU 

About Dr. Stephen Hussey:

Dr. Stephen Hussey, MS, DC, is a chiropractor and Functional Medicine practitioner specializing in heart health and human physiology. He holds a Doctorate of Chiropractic and a master’s degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States. After suffering a widowmaker heart attack at 34, he focused much of his work on cardiovascular health. He is the author of The Health Evolution, Understanding the Heart, and Pain Sense.

Connect with Dr. Stephen Hussey:

- Website: https://resourceyourhealth.com/ 

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@resourceyourhealth6183 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstephenhussey/ 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Over the last four decades, obesity in the U.S. has nearly doubled. Research has found testosterone levels in American men declining by around 1% per year since the 80s. Most alarmingly, global sperm concentration has fallen by more than 50% since the 1970s.

For people struggling with their weight, hormones, or fertility, figuring out what’s contributing to the problem can take years. Dr. Wendy Myers believes one culprit deserves more attention: the environmental chemicals and heavy metals we’re exposed to every day.

According to Dr. Myers, these exposures can interfere with the way our hormones function and may even make losing weight more difficult. She explains why minerals are such an important part of her approach to detox and what we can do to reduce the toxic load we encounter in everyday life.

“Your minerals are the spark plugs of your body.” ~ Dr. Wendy Myers

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 

Resources Mentioned:

Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue by Wendy Myers - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Limitless+Energy+Wendy+Myers 

Myers Detox Protocol - https://myersdetox.com/myers-detox-protocol/ 

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) - https://store.myersdetox.com/collections/detox-protocols 

Perfect Iodine by Activation Products - https://activationproducts.com/products/perfect-iodine 

Jaspr Air Scrubber - https://jaspr.co/products/airscrubber 

Seafood Survival Guide: Toxicity and Sustainability Article - https://myersdetox.com/seafood-survival-guide/ 

Spooky2 Rife Machine - https://www.spooky2.com/ 

About Dr. Wendy Myers:

Dr. Wendy Myers is a naturopathic doctor, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner, and founder of MyersDetox.com. Her work focuses on heavy metal detoxification, mineral balance, and bioenergetics. She created the Myers Detox Protocol and hosts the Myers Detox Podcast. She is also the bestselling author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue.

Connect with Wendy Myers:

- Website: https://myersdetox.com/ 

- Podcast: https://myersdetox.com/category/podcast-category/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MyersDetox   

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

There are roughly 650,000 full-time sworn law enforcement officers in the United States and more than a million active physicians. But how many people have spent decades in law enforcement, served on a SWAT team, and then become a doctor? Probably not many. 

My guest, Dr. Mark Sherwood, is one of them.

That career change gave Dr. Sherwood an unusual perspective on stress, health, and aging. He explains why he thinks stress is something we do rather than something we have, and why our genes leave us with more room to influence our health than many people assume.

We also talk about hormone replacement therapy and the rise of GLP-1 drugs, including Dr. Sherwood’s own experiment with retatrutide. Along the way, he explains how he measures biological age and why longevity comes down to staying capable for as long as possible.

“I just want to make sure I have a life in my years.” ~ Dr. Mark Sherwood

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Resources Mentioned:

Authentic Longevity by Dr. Mark Sherwood and Dr. Michele Sherwood - https://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Longevity-Unlocking-Lifelong-Vitality/dp/B0FZ1PGNNQ/ref=sr_1_1 

The Longevity Lab - https://www.skool.com/the-longevity-lab-4097/about

GlycanAge Biological Age Test - https://glycanage.com/

About Dr. Mark Sherwood:

Dr. Mark Sherwood is a naturopathic doctor and co-founder of the Functional Medical Institute. Before entering medicine, he spent 24 years with the Tulsa Police Department, including a decade on the SWAT team. His work now focuses on longevity, functional medicine, and hormone optimization. He is also a bestselling author and speaker whose books include Authentic Longevity and The Quest for Wellness.

Connect with Mark Sherwood:

- Website: https://drmarksherwood.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarksherwood/ 

- X/Twitter: https://x.com/drmarksherwood 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Nearly three in four women with moderate-to-severe menopausal symptoms report feeling tired or worn out. Add hot flashes, brain fog, anxiety, and bloating, and suddenly it’s hard to know what’s causing what.

These symptoms are often treated one at a time, but Lisa Smith believes there’s an important connection between them. The functional medicine dietitian points to the gut, where bacteria can even affect whether estrogen leaves the body or gets sent back into circulation.

Lisa breaks down how that happens, why some women struggle with HRT, and what leaky gut and liver health have to do with hormones. She also shares practical ways to support the gut through probiotics, prebiotic foods, protein, and fiber.

“Do one thing today. Do one thing tomorrow, and your body will start responding.” ~ Lisa Smith

Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 

Resources Mentioned:

The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware: https://www.amazon.com/Top-Five-Regrets-Dying-Transformed/dp/140194065X

The Pretty Well Podcast, Lisa Smith’s health and wellness podcast - https://lisasmithwellness.com/podcast/ 

Designs for Health Anaerostipes Probiotic - https://www.designsforhealth.com/products/anaerostipes-probiotic/ 

Designs for Health Complete Commensal Probiotic - https://www.designsforhealth.com/products/complete-commensal-probiotic/

About Lisa Smith:

Lisa Smith, MS, RDN, LDN, is a functional medicine registered dietitian with two master's degrees in nutrition and human biology. She began her path into gut health after diet and lifestyle changes dramatically improved her own Hashimoto's disease, which led her to open a private practice, Integrative Wellness Center, in Indiana, Pennsylvania. She hosts The Pretty Well Podcast, ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally, where she covers gut health, hormone balance, and anti-aging through a root-cause lens. Her areas of focus include autoimmunity, digestive disorders, food sensitivities, and hormonal imbalances. She is also a certified health and wellness coach and a veteran.

Connect with Lisa Smith:

- Website: https://lisasmithwellness.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettywell_podcast 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-smith-7a8052337/ 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc 

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc 

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

*Disclaimer*

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.