In Part 2 of our conversation with Courtney Runyon, we explore how over-giving, emotional suppression, and relational stress contributed to a life-altering autoimmune health crisis—and how, just days after ending a relationship defined by those patterns, her body began to heal. Courtney shares how empathy, when unboundaried, can drive inflammation—and how reclaiming agency over your energy can shift everything. We talk about the science of stress and the nervous system, the emotional roots of chronic illness, and how tools like psychedelics supported her recovery. This is a conversation about what happens when your body says what you won't—and how healing begins the moment you start to listen.

• How paralysis reshaped Courtney's understanding of health and identity
• The role of mindset and nervous system regulation in recovery
• Why self-advocacy is non-negotiable in complex illness
• The double-edged sword of chronic empathy and its link to inflammation
• Finding humor and meaning in the most unexpected moments

• Distinguishing normal aging from neurodegenerative disease
• Early signs of cognitive decline and how to detect them
• The role of APOE-4 and other genes in Alzheimer's risk
• Metabolic dysfunction as a driver of brain aging ("Type 3 diabetes")
• Blood-based biomarkers: phospho-tau, NFL, CRP, fasting insulin, and more
• Lifestyle interventions: sleep, strength training, CGMs, circadian-aligned eating
• Tools like CNS Vital Signs, PET scans, and neuroquant MRIs
• Supplements and prescriptions: Omega-3s, creatine, berberine, GLP-1s, inositol
• Connecting muscle mass to glucose control and long-term healthspan

• How muscle mass and strength relate to longevity
• Tools for assessing body composition and early signs of sarcopenia
• Common blockers to building muscle—including underfueling, overtraining, and hormonal factors
• The role of inflammation in aging, disease risk, and immune dysfunction
• How to interpret CRP and other lab markers in context
• A look at new cancer screening technologies (like liquid biopsy and full-body MRI)
• The importance of individualized, risk-informed decision-making in preventive care

In the first episode of a three-part series on the key factors that limit healthspan, Dr. Erin Faules speaks with Wild Health CEO Dr. Carl Seger about two common but often under-addressed contributors: atherosclerosis and mental health disorders.

This episode includes discussion of:

• Why atherosclerosis often progresses silently, and why calcium scores may miss early disease
• The link between depression, chronic stress, and cardiovascular risk
• The clinical relevance of advanced screening tools like coronary CTA, LP(a), and AI-driven risk assessment
• Treatment advances including GLP-1 receptor agonists and psychedelic-assisted therapy

This is Part 1 of a 3-part series exploring the 7 most common blocks to healthspan. Over the next two weeks we will dive into atrophy, inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, neurodegenerative disease and cancer.

Nitric oxide is a vital molecule involved in nearly every aspect of human health, yet it often goes unrecognized in mainstream medicine. In this episode, Dr. Nathan Bryan—a leading researcher in the field with over two decades of work dedicated to nitric oxide science—explains how this molecule influences cardiovascular function, insulin sensitivity, mitochondrial health, cognitive performance, and longevity, and why its decline with age contributes to many chronic diseases. Dr. Bryan shares practical ways to support nitric oxide levels through specific foods and lifestyle habits, and explains how certain everyday routines can actually disrupt its production. He also offers a personal story of reversing chronic illness in his father by addressing nitric oxide deficiency.

Dr. Erin Faules sits down with renowned exercise physiologist Dr. Stacy Sims to explore why women need different strategies when it comes to nutrition, training, and recovery. From breaking down diet culture to optimizing fitness across life stages, Dr. Sims shares practical, research-backed insights on circadian eating, protein and carb needs, and how hormones shape health outcomes. A must-listen for anyone working with or living in a female body.

Dr. Erin Faules sits down with Dr. Mark Goodman to explore the evolving field of non-operative sports medicine. They dive into how metabolic health, inflammation, and lifestyle play critical roles in joint pain and injury recovery—far beyond what traditional orthopedic approaches consider. Dr. Goodman unpacks the promise of orthobiologics like PRP and stem cell therapies, shares insights on aging athletes, and explains why joint care must treat the whole system, not just the symptom.

Dr. Erin Faules interviews entrepreneur and health coach Alexandrea Eliman about her decades-long journey with autoimmune disease. Ali shares her personal experiences with ulcerative colitis, the power of trusting your intuition, and practical strategies to reduce inflammation, manage stress, and optimize daily habits for long-term wellness.

Dr. Jeff Graham talks with Matt Zemon, author and expert on psychedelic therapies, about the transformative potential of psychedelics for mental health conditions like PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Matt shares insights from his work with veterans and discusses safe practices, legal considerations, and how psychedelics may fundamentally shift our approach to emotional and psychological healing.