Live Beyond the Norms

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You think you're doing everything right. Eating clean, loading up on salmon, and seasoning with garlic and ginger. But what if the very foods keeping you “healthy” are quietly inflaming your body?

In this episode, I bring back Margaret Floyd Barry—functional nutritionist, food sensitivity specialist, and founder of Restorative Wellness Solutions—to walk me through the gut healing protocol she created based on my own poop and blood.

Seriously. I gave her both.

We dive into why I’ve got to cut out garlic, ginger, and wine temporarily and why that doesn’t mean I’m stuck eating bland food forever. This isn’t about restriction. It’s about strategy. Margaret lays out the science behind MRT testing, explains why variety matters more than perfection, and shows how to build a gut that can handle life and wine again.

If you’re training hard, trying to stay sharp, or wondering why your “clean diet” isn’t translating into energy, digestion, or results, this episode will make you rethink what’s actually helping or hurting your gut.

If you're eating the same thing every single day and have a leaky gut, the likelihood of you being sensitive to what you're eating all the time is much more significant." ~ Margaret Floyd Barry

About Margaret Floyd Barry

Margaret Floyd Barry is a renowned Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP) and the founder of Restorative Wellness Solutions, where she trains health practitioners in the same strategies she has successfully used to transform her clients’ health. She holds multiple certifications, including Certified Healing Food Specialist, Certified Gluten Practitioner, and GAPS Practitioner. Margaret is also the author of the book Eat Naked: Unprocessed, Unpolluted, Undressed Eating for a Healthier, Sexier You and coauthored its follow-up cookbook. She deeply believes that food is medicine and advocates for using targeted nutrition and gut healing as powerful tools to improve health and longevity.

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Mentioned Episode:
Can Food Really Heal You? Gut Health and Longevity Secrets with Margaret Floyd Barry: https://youtu.be/o33OORbsp70?feature=shared 

Connect with Margaret Floyd Barry:

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

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

- Practitioner Training: https://restorativewellnesssolutions.com/ 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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

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Have you ever found yourself swinging between overindulging at a party and then swearing off carbs for a week, only to end up right back where you started?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Hehmeyer—licensed dietary nutritionist, clinical nurse specialist, chiropractor, and founder of Well Empowered—to talk about what really keeps people stuck in cycles of guilt, deprivation, and all-or-nothing thinking when it comes to health.

She shares how she broke free from her own obsessive cardio habits and restrictive eating mindset, why food isn’t moral, and how movement can be way more than a calorie-burn. We also talk about the role of language, lab data, fulfillment “homework,” and what it means to live your actual best (not perfect) life.

This isn’t a talk about how to be disciplined. It’s about learning how to meet yourself where you are, and still win. If you’ve ever felt like your health goals were in flames, this one’s for you.

"The thing about this all-or-nothing overindulgence or deprivation approach is it doesn't work. It doesn't allow people to produce and sustain the health outcomes that are most important to them." ~ Dr. Jessica Hehmeyer

About Dr. Jessica Hehmeyer

Dr. Jessica Hehmeyer is a licensed dietary nutritionist, clinical nurse specialist, and doctor of chiropractic. At 25, she co-founded CityWide SuperSlow, the first boutique strength training facility in Chicago. Now, as the physician founder of Well Empowered, she combines functional medicine with heart-centered coaching to help people master their "middle ground" in health. With 20+ years of experience, Jessica specializes in resolving digestive issues and hormonal imbalances, and creating sustainable health transformations through data, mindset, and individualized care.

Connect with Dr. Hehmeyer

- Website: https://wellempowered.com 

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

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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

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Ever notice how quickly conventional oncology jumps straight to chemo, radiation, or the scalpel—and how rarely anyone asks why that tumor showed up in the first place?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt, naturopathic physician and author of the Amazon bestseller A Better Way to Treat Cancer. Michael has treated 100,000‑plus patients since 1987 and hosts Integrative Cancer Solutions and Integrative Lyme Solutions podcasts. His message is simple: cancer is less a genetic death sentence and more of a whole‑body systems failure which we can reverse, once we fix inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, mindset, and (yes) the gut.

Michael shares the real root causes of cancer that no one is talking about. He reveals how cancer cells hijack our natural energy-producing pathways, why detecting a tumor is just the tip of the iceberg, and how to create an environment where cancer cells simply can't survive.

Whether you're currently battling cancer or on a healing journey, or you are fortunate to have a clean bill of health, this episode will arm you with the tools to kick cancer to the curb for good. Let's dive in.

“I don't think that it (cancer) is a genetic disorder. I think genetics is something that is kind of secondary. I believe that it is that shift in how the cell produces energy." ~ Dr. Michael Karlfeldt 

In This Episode

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:02:16 Michael's background and early life
• 00:04:48 The shift to integrative oncology
• 00:14:16 Naturopathic vs. traditional medical approaches
• 00:19:00 Symptom management vs. root-cause resolution
• 00:23:44 What exactly is cancer?
• 00:27:12 Clues of metastasis and impact of organ weakness
• 00:31:02 How early can we detect cancer?
• 00:35:14 Using C-reactive protein and A1C to assess cancer risk
• 00:42:41 Why do some cancers grow faster than others?
• 00:46:16 What role do mitochondria play in cancer?
• 00:49:15 The link between gut health and cancer
• 00:51:00 How to reduce the risk of cancer naturally
• 00:55:28 Wrap-up Q&A

About Dr. Michael Karlfeldt
Dr. Michael Karlfeldt is a board-certified naturopathic doctor and the founder of the Karlfeldt Center in Boise, Idaho. He specializes in integrative oncology and has treated over 100,000 patients across 30+ years. He’s the author of A Better Way to Treat Cancer, host of the Integrative Cancer Solutions and Integrative Lyme Solutions podcasts, and an expert in therapies like IV Vitamin C, photodynamic therapy, frequency medicine, and personalized peptide immunotherapy.

Connect with Dr. Karlfeldt
- Website: https://thekarlfeldtcenter.com/
- Book: The Better Way to Treat Cancer: https://a.co/d/8RjXQ8C
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KarlfeldtCenter
- Phone: (208) 338-8902

Connect with Chris Burres:
- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/
- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/

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Ever notice how quickly conventional oncology jumps straight to chemo, radiation, or the scalpel—and how rarely anyone asks why that tumor showed up in the first place?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt, naturopathic physician and author of the Amazon bestseller A Better Way to Treat Cancer. Michael has treated 100,000‑plus patients since 1987 and hosts Integrative Cancer Solutions and Integrative Lyme Solutions podcasts. His message is simple: cancer is less a genetic death sentence and more of a whole‑body systems failure which we can reverse, once we fix inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, mindset, and (yes) the gut.

Michael shares the real root causes of cancer that no one is talking about. He reveals how cancer cells hijack our natural energy-producing pathways, why detecting a tumor is just the tip of the iceberg, and how to create an environment where cancer cells simply can't survive.

Whether you're currently battling cancer or on a healing journey, or you are fortunate to have a clean bill of health, this episode will arm you with the tools to kick cancer to the curb for good. Let's dive in.

“I don't think that it (cancer) is a genetic disorder. I think genetics is something that is kind of secondary. I believe that it is that shift in how the cell produces energy." ~ Dr. Michael Karlfeldt 

About Dr. Michael Karlfeldt

Dr. Michael Karlfeldt is a board-certified naturopathic doctor and the founder of the Karlfeldt Center in Boise, Idaho. He specializes in integrative oncology and has treated over 100,000 patients across 30+ years. He’s the author of A Better Way to Treat Cancer, host of the Integrative Cancer Solutions and Integrative Lyme Solutions podcasts, and an expert in therapies like IV Vitamin C, photodynamic therapy, frequency medicine, and personalized peptide immunotherapy.

Connect with Dr. Karlfeldt

- Website: https://thekarlfeldtcenter.com/ 

- Book: The Better Way to Treat Cancer: https://a.co/d/8RjXQ8C 

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

- Phone: (208) 338-8902

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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

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Ever wonder why the same joint hits your buddy like a creativity bomb but leaves you paranoid on the couch?

Len May has the answer, and it’s all in your DNA.

Len is the CEO of EndoDNA, a kid who turned ADHD self-medication into hard science, and the man whose once-skeptical parents now consume products that his company has patents on. 

He’s on a mission to swap one-size-fits-all pot culture for true precision medicine—so you get bliss, not paranoia.

In this episode, Len shares everything from getting booted out of his house for smoking a rigged cigarette to sequencing thousands of cultivars. Plus, he unpacks the political roots of marijuana’s bad reputation and why it’s still misunderstood today.

“Two people will consume the same chemical variety and have a completely different experience.” - Len May

About Len May

Len May is the CEO of EndoDNA, author of Making Cannabis Personal, and host of the Everything Is Personal podcast. He’s pioneered genetic testing that matches cannabinoids and terpenes to individual biochemistry, holds multiple cannabis-genomics patents, and serves as principal investigator on ten ongoing clinical trials. Fun fact: the same parents who once called the cops on him now swear by products his company formulated.

Connect with Len

- Website: https://www.endodna.com 

- Instagram: https://instagram.com/lenmaydna 

- Podcast: Everything Is Personal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everything-is-personal/id1534027849 

- Book: Making Cannabis Personal: https://a.co/d/bnHu0uO 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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

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Your multivitamin might be making you sick.

What if the very supplements we think are helping, like Vitamin A, Vitamin D, or so-called superfoods, are quietly sabotaging your liver, calcifying your joints, and draining your energy?

Dr. Garrett Smith calls it like it is.

Known as “The Nutrition Detective,” Dr. Smith has spent the last decade dismantling mainstream nutrition myths and uncovering what he calls a “toxic bile paradigm.” His theory? Vitamin A toxicity is real, widespread, and behind many of today’s chronic illnesses. And that’s just the start.

In this episode, he breaks down why your liver is the real MVP of your health and why most detox advice is dead wrong. You’ll learn how bile works, what’s clogging your detox pathways, and why seemingly healthy choices (like tomatoes, multivitamins, or even certain labs) might be leading you further away from healing.

"Do I consider vitamin A just a toxin? Yes. Do toxins have effects? Absolutely." ~ Dr. Garrett Smith

About Dr. Garrett Smith:

Dr. Garrett Smith is a licensed naturopathic physician who began his practice in 2006. Known as "the nutrition detective," he hosts a weekly "Love Your Liver" livestream and has developed controversial theories challenging conventional nutritional wisdom. With a background in strength conditioning and naturopathic medicine, Dr. Smith combines scientific rigor with practical, results-oriented approaches to solving chronic health mysteries. His work focuses on vitamin A toxicity, toxic bile, and liver health as foundational causes of chronic disease.

Connect with Dr. Garrett Smith:

- Website: https://nutritiondetective.com 

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

- Twitter (X): https://x.com/NutriDetect 

- Love Your Liver Program: https://members.nutritiondetective.com 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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

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You’re not out of shape because you don’t work hard enough. You might just be doing the wrong kind of hard.

Brad Kearns was once ranked #3 in the world as a professional triathlete. He’s a two-time US national champion, a Guinness World Record holder, and most recently took second place in the USA Masters National High Jump at 58. He has trained with the greats, written 14 books, and co-founded Peluva, a minimalist footwear company born out of everything he's learned about performance, longevity, and movement.

But Brad didn’t always win.

After burning out in college as a D1 runner, he spent years crashing from injury to illness, chasing performance but ignoring the signs. Then came the recalibration—one that shaped his career, his coaching, and his message for every fitness-minded overachiever who thinks “more” is the answer.

In this episode, Brad shares a brutally honest look at what it really takes to thrive in the long term and why most people train too hard. You'll learn why recovery, not intensity, is the new secret weapon.

“ Control yourself. Do what works for you and do your best rather than get sucked in to the overly-competitive modern world.”~ Brad Kearns

About Brad Kearns:

Brad Kearns is a former professional triathlete, world-ranked #3, two-time US national champion, and Guinness World Record holder. He’s the co-author of bestsellers, including The Primal Blueprint, host of the B.Rad Podcast, and co-founder of Peluva minimalist footwear. Brad’s work bridges high-performance athletics with real-life longevity—helping people train smarter, feel better, and live longer through movement, mindset, and metabolic health.

Connect with Brad Kearns:

- Website: https://bradkearns.com 

- Book: https://borntowalkbook.com/ 

- Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-b-rad-podcast/id1430171257 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradkearns1/ 

- Peluva Shoes: https://peluva.com 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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

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Most people slow down in their 60s. John Brink became a competitive bodybuilder in his 70s and now, at 84, he’s still lifting more than most 20-year-olds.

Born during WWII in Nazi-occupied Holland, John grew up scavenging train yards for food, dodging bombs, and surviving trauma that would shape the rest of his life. At age 23, he immigrated to Canada with nothing but a suitcase, $25, and three books, and eventually built a company employing over 400 people.

But his journey didn’t stop there. Diagnosed with ADHD at age 62, John finally understood what made him different and how his “disorder” was actually a superpower that fueled his drive, energy, and creativity. Now a five-time author, active podcaster, and passionate speaker, he’s on a mission to prove that age is just a number—and life doesn’t have to slow down unless you let it.

In this episode, John shares his unfiltered take on longevity, building a life of purpose, and why your mindset is your strongest asset. You’ll also learn how he conquered anxiety, why he calls ADHD “a gift,” and the surprising health scare that turned him into a vegan bodybuilder at 68.

"Your body is extremely forgiving. It wants to be healthy, but it needs you and your mind to say 'I can and I will.'" ~ John Brink

About John Brink:

John A. Brink is a war survivor, bodybuilder, author, podcast host, and founder of the Brink Group of Companies—an enterprise that includes lumber manufacturing, logistics, real estate, and media, employing over 400 people. After being diagnosed with ADHD in his 60s, John reframed his story, writing books like ADHD Unlocked, Finding Your Passion, and Living Young, Dying Old. At 84, he continues to speak globally, publish books annually, and train as a competitive bodybuilder. He lives in British Columbia with his wife and horses, proving daily that it’s never too late to rewrite your story.

Connect with John Brink:

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

- Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-brink/id1523109056 

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john.a.brink/ 

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

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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

The Smartest Way to Build Strength & Longevity 💪
If you think building muscle is just about looks, think again. In this powerhouse episode, longevity scientist Chris Burres sits down with fitness and hormone expert Dylan Gemelli to break down the science of muscle growth, SARMs, peptides, metabolic flexibility, and why your unique biology must drive your fitness strategy.

From his days as a four-sport athlete and model in Milan to becoming one of the most trusted voices in natural performance enhancement, Dylan brings 14+ years of experience, research, and real-world client results to the table.

Whether you’re lifting for health, performance, or aging well, this episode is packed with insights you won’t hear from your average trainer.

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You’re not tired because you’re getting older. You’re not bloated because of “just stress.” And your labs being “normal” doesn’t mean you’re actually healthy.

Reed Davis wants to change how we define health because symptoms are just the surface. He’s trained over 4,000 functional practitioners, run thousands of functional lab tests, and guided over 10,000 people back to health by doing what most practitioners miss: looking at the big picture.

In this episode, Reed explains how our medical system got it wrong, why most chronic conditions are misdiagnosed or mistreated, and how to finally fix what’s really going on in your body.

He also breaks down his powerful H.I.D.D.E.N. framework—the six most common areas of metabolic chaos—and the exact blueprint he uses to bring people back from fatigue, brain fog, hormone issues, digestive pain, and mystery illnesses.

“Having no symptoms doesn’t mean you’re healthy. The opposite of tired isn’t ‘not tired’—it’s energetic.” ~ Reed Davis

About Reed Davis:

Reed Davis is a double board-certified holistic health practitioner, certified nutritional therapist, and founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition®. Over the past two decades, he has trained over 4,000 FDN practitioners across 50 countries and personally guided more than 10,000 clients to better health using lab testing and functional healing strategies. His methods focus on root cause discovery, metabolic chaos, and personalized epigenetic lifestyle changes. Reed is also the author of The Gap and a longtime thought leader in natural wellness.

Connect with Reed Davis:

- Website & Free Gift: https://www.fdntraining.com/livebeyondthenorms 

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ 

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

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

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

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