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Here's something to complement brushing and flossing! In this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal explore the probiotic strain Streptococcus salivarius M18 and its potential benefits for oral health. Backed by clinical research, this strain—delivered as a dissolving lozenge—may help reduce cavities, plaque, and gingivitis by neutralizing mouth acidity and inhibiting harmful bacteria. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial

In this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal explore how cortisol, the stress hormone, impacts libido and sexual health. They clarify the difference between sexual desire and performance, discussing Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder and its causes. They offer practical solutions, including blood sugar management, breathwork, gratitude practices, and quality sleep. Additionally, they highlight supplements like ashwagandha, magnolia bark, and lychee fruit extract as evidence-based options for reducing cortisol and supporting healthy libido. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial

In this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal explore how cortisol, the stress hormone, impacts libido and sexual health. They clarify the difference between sexual desire and performance, discussing Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder and its causes. They offer practical solutions, including blood sugar management, breathwork, gratitude practices, and quality sleep. Additionally, they highlight supplements like ashwagandha, magnolia bark, and lychee fruit extract as evidence-based options for reducing cortisol and supporting healthy libido. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial

A 2026 Aging Cell pilot study found that daily supplementation with 6 mg of spermidine was safe and well tolerated in adults over 65 years old following a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine booster. While overall immune responses were not significantly changed, older adults who had previously shown little or no vaccine response experienced notable improvements in anti-spike antibodies, neutralizing activity against multiple variants, and memory B-cell responses. The findings suggest that spermidine may help enhance immune resilience in vaccine non-responders by supporting cellular health and autophagy, a key process that declines with age. #LELearn #EDULiveforeverish

A 2026 Aging Cell pilot study found that daily supplementation with 6 mg of spermidine was safe and well tolerated in adults over 65 years old following a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine booster. While overall immune responses were not significantly changed, older adults who had previously shown little or no vaccine response experienced notable improvements in anti-spike antibodies, neutralizing activity against multiple variants, and memory B-cell responses. The findings suggest that spermidine may help enhance immune resilience in vaccine non-responders by supporting cellular health and autophagy, a key process that declines with age. #LELearn #EDULiveforeverish

Sonja Nodland, PhD, is the Director of Immune Health at Kerry and the leading expert in how beta glucans help strengthen the body's natural defenses. With more than 15 years of research dedicated to understanding the science of immune training, she has played a key role in demonstrating how beta glucans support everyday wellness by priming the immune system to respond more efficiently. Her current work explores exciting new areas where trained immunity may offer additional benefits, including support for seasonal allergy management and healthier metabolic function—two emerging frontiers in immune‑related well-being.

Can you train your immune system to respond faster and more effectively? The answer may surprise you. In this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal are joined by Dr. Sonja Nodland for an insightful conversation on strengthening immune resilience through the power of beta glucans. Together, they dive into the science behind immune training—covering optimal dosing, duration, and the research that matters most. Tune in to learn how to make informed, immune-supportive health decisions with confidence. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial

Sonja Nodland, PhD, is the Director of Immune Health at Kerry and the leading expert in how beta glucans help strengthen the body's natural defenses. With more than 15 years of research dedicated to understanding the science of immune training, she has played a key role in demonstrating how beta glucans support everyday wellness by priming the immune system to respond more efficiently. Her current work explores exciting new areas where trained immunity may offer additional benefits, including support for seasonal allergy management and healthier metabolic function—two emerging frontiers in immune‑related well-being.

Guest Bio: Abby Harris has a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a minor in Nutrition from Drexel University. She received additional graduate training in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and has over a decade of industry and academic research experience in areas such as reproductive genetics and metabolism. Due to her passion for health and nutrition, she is currently working towards a master’s in clinical nutrition. She greatly enjoys using her understanding of molecular biology, nutritional biochemistry, and research to manage report development and education at Fagron Genomics US. During her four-plus years with the company, The Personalized Weight and Nutrition Genetic Panel is one of the many projects for which she has led development.

Genetic testing opens the door to truly understanding who we are in ways we never imagined. In this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal sit down with Abby Harris, the Science Product Manager at Forgan Genomics US, to discuss a personalized weight and nutrition genetics test. She shares how this test fills in gaps and how it allows an individualized approach to managing health beyond family history to help individuals and clinicians prioritize effective interventions and improve adherence to health goals. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial

Abby Harris has a B.S. in Biological Sciences and a minor in Nutrition from Drexel University. She received additional graduate training in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and has over a decade of industry and academic research experience in areas such as reproductive genetics and metabolism. Due to her passion for health and nutrition, she is currently working towards a master’s in clinical nutrition. She greatly enjoys using her understanding of molecular biology, nutritional biochemistry, and research to manage report development and education at Fagron Genomics US. During her four-plus years with the company, The Personalized Weight and Nutrition Genetic Panel is one of the many projects for which she has led development.

In this episode of Live Foreverish, hosts Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal dive deep into the health benefits of beef, revealing its surprising nutritional profile. They discuss the differences between grass-fed and grain-fed, explore the new term "grain finished," and provide shopping tips and strategies to enjoy beef while also limiting saturated fat. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial