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Welcome to ThinkWell AgeWell with Dr. Heather Sandison, New York Times bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s. This podcast celebrates aging as a time of meaning, connection, and joy. From doctors and scientists to those with real, lived experience, each episode uncovers tools, perspectives, and practices to help you stay sharp, live fully, and age well. Join us as we explore brain health, longevity, and what it truly means to thrive in your later years.
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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Myriah Hinchey to unpack the complexity of Lyme disease and its co-infections. We explore why it is often misdiagnosed, how it impacts the brain and aging process, and why symptoms can affect multiple systems in the body. Dr. Hinchey shares a thoughtful, systems-based approach to healing that goes far beyond simply killing the infection.- - - - - Myriah Hinchey, ND, FMAPS, has been at the forefront of Lyme disease treatment for over a decade. As an experienced Lyme Literate Physician, she couples conventional guidelines with unique natural protocols. Her foundation in holistic care integrates a rich educational background. She’s been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 1998, specializing in CORE myofascial release and Reiki. After obtaining her bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Connecticut, she earned her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. Supplementing her qualifications are certifications in Medical Acupuncture, Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (TLC), and a mentorship focusing on neurodevelopmental disorders.- - - - - 🎧 LymeBytes! PodcastLymeBytes! is hosted by Dr. Myriah Hinchey and offers expert insights, practical guidance, and real-life stories to help listeners better understand and manage Lyme disease. The podcast explores root causes, treatment approaches, and holistic strategies for those navigating complex chronic illness.Listen on SpotifyListen on Apple Podcasts- - - - - Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ - - - - - Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241- - - - - PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Craig Tanio about how precision medicine is shaping a more comprehensive approach to cognitive decline. We explore insights from the EVANTHEA trial, a randomized study currently under peer review, and discuss why addressing multiple root causes may lead to better outcomes. This conversation offers a balanced look at both the potential and the challenges of this evolving model of care.- - - - - Dr. Craig Tanio is a physician and co-founder of Resilience Health, with expertise in internal medicine, brain health, longevity, and precision medicine. He has held leadership roles across major healthcare systems, including serving as chairman of Maryland’s Healthcare Commission and chief medical officer at GenCare Senior Medical Center.He is also a co-investigator in the EVANTHEA trial, a randomized clinical study exploring a precision medicine approach to cognitive decline that is currently in pre-print and undergoing peer review.- - - - - Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ - - - - - Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241- - - - - PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this episode, I talk with Jeff Hoyt about how to choose the right zeolite and why quality and dosage matter more than most people realize. We break down the difference between natural and synthetic forms, what to look for on labels, and how zeolite may support detox and even parasite removal. This conversation highlights how small details can make a big difference in your healing journey.- - - - - Jeff Hoyt is a wellness innovator dedicated to developing solutions that address key needs in the health and wellness industry. His current focus is on helping people effectively and efficiently remove toxic elements from their bodies using natural detoxification tools like zeolite. Jeff believes that zeolite is one of the most powerful—yet often misunderstood and misused—supplements on the market. Through his company, Zeolite Labs, he strives to educate and empower individuals to use this remarkable tool to accelerate their healing, restore balance, and transform their overall well-being.- - - - - Looking to support your body’s natural detox and overall wellness? Discover Zeolite Labs’ premium formulas at https://www.zeolitelabs.com/zeolitediscount and experience a cleaner, more balanced approach to health. - - - - - Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ - - - - - Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241- - - - - PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aly Cohen to explore how everyday chemical exposures affect our health. We discuss the connection between toxins, autoimmune disease, and brain health, and why many of these risks go unnoticed. Dr. Cohen shares simple, practical strategies to reduce exposure without overwhelm, helping us take control of our environment and support long-term wellness.- - - - - Dr. Aly Cohen is triple board-certified in rheumatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine, as well as an environmental health expert in Princeton, New Jersey. She is on the faculty of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM), where she created and manages the environmental medicine curriculum for medical colleagues. Dr. Cohen has collaborated with the Environmental Working Group, Cancer Schmancer, and other disease- prevention organizations, and is coeditor of the textbook, Integrative Environmental Medicine, part of the Oxford University Press/Weil Integrative Medicine, Academic Series. In 2015, she created TheSmartHuman.com to share environmental health, disease prevention, and wellness information with the public. She lectures nationally on environmental health topics for elementary/ high schools, colleges/ universities, medical schools, and physician- training programs, and she is a regular expert guest for television, print, and podcasts. She is a legal medical expert for toxic tort environmental exposure cases. She has been the recipient of countless awards, including Top Docs NJ in rheumatology from 2016-2023, Top Docs New York Magazine 2023, Top Docs Philadelphia and New York Magazines 2023, Exceptional Women in Medicine 2020-2023, the NJ Healthcare Heroes Award in Education for The Smart Human educational platform in 2015, and the 2016 Burton L. Eichler Award for humanitarianism.- - - - - Join The Smart Human® Health Summit 2026, this summit brings together leading experts in integrative medicine and women’s health. Learn more and reserve your spot: https://thesmarthuman.learnworlds.com/course/summit-2026- - - - - Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ - - - - - Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241- - - - - PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this episode, I talk with Madeline Falcone about the powerful connection between learning and healing. She shares how emotional intelligence, brain health, family dynamics, and movement all shape our ability to learn and grow. Through the Falcone Method and neurocognitive work, she explains why real transformation happens when people feel safe, supported, and empowered to understand themselves more deeply.- - - - - Madeline Falcone is the founder of the Falcone Institute and creator of the Falcone Method, a holistic framework that integrates emotional intelligence, education, brain science, and family systems. With more than 40 years of experience as a special education teacher and licensed marriage and family therapist, she helps children and adults overcome learning and emotional challenges by addressing the whole person. Her work combines evidence-based approaches with compassionate mentorship to unlock lasting growth and transformation.- - - - - Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ - - - - - Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241- - - - - PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this episode, I sit down with physician and biochemist Dr. Russ Jaffe to explore a deeper understanding of healing. We talk about how our daily choices—what we eat, drink, think, and do—shape our health, and why relationships, forgiveness, and self-awareness play a vital role in healing. Dr. Jaffe shares insights from decades of medical practice, meditation, and mentorship, reminding us that the path to health begins within and unfolds uniquely for each of us.- - - - - Dr. Russell Jaffe received his BS, MD, and PhD from the Boston University School of Medicine, completed residency training in clinical chemistry at the National Institutes of Health, and remained on the permanent senior staff before pursuing other interests, including starting the Health Studies Collegium think tank. He is the Founder and Chairman of PERQUE Integrative Health, LLC, a company that offers the world scientifically proven, integrative health solutions that speed the transition from sick care to healthful caring.Dr. Jaffe is board-certified in Clinical Pathology and in Chemical Pathology and is the recipient of the Merck, Sharp & Dohm Excellence in Research Award, the J.D. Lane Award, and the U.S.P.H.S. Meritorious Service Award. Dr. Jaffe was honored as an International Scientist of 2003 by the IBC, Oxford, England, UK, for his lifetime contributions to clinical medicine, biochemistry, immunology, methodology, and integrative health policy.- - - - - Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ - - - - - Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241- - - - - PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this powerful episode, I talk with Dr. John Nieters about what it truly means never to give up. After facing atrial flutter, heart failure, and pneumonia at 72, he refused to accept decline as inevitable. Instead, he rebuilt his strength, doubled his muscle capacity in four months, and reclaimed his purpose. This conversation is a reminder that healing can begin the moment you decide you’re not done.- - - - - John is nationally and internationally known for treating chronic and degenerative health conditions known as “knotty” diseases in Chinese Medicine. He has also written the definitive book, “The Sweet Spot: Increase Longevity Through Innovative Understanding of Blood Chemistry Labs,” on advanced functional medicine laboratory analysis.John has completed extensive post-graduate training. He is a Diplomate of the National Board of Acupuncture Orthopedics. Additionally, he completed certifications in Gynecology and Internal Medicine at Zhejiang Chinese Medical University in China. Dr. Nieters was in the first group of American acupuncturists to be certified in Integrated Diabetes Prevention and Treatment at the Xin Hua Hospital, China.Dr. Nieters has taught international courses in Integrative Cardiology. As a teacher of herbal medicine, he has developed mastery in creating custom herbal formulas.Inspired by the level of integration offered to patients in Chinese hospitals, John strives to provide integrative health care to his patients within the scope of his practice.🎧 The Balancing Point PodcastThe Balancing Point explores practical strategies for optimizing health, performance, and longevity by integrating modern medicine with lifestyle and root-cause approaches. Through thoughtful conversations and expert insights, the podcast helps listeners find clarity and balance in their personal health journey.Listen on SpotifyListen on Apple Podcasts- - - - - Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ - - - - - Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241- - - - - PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this deeply personal conversation, I sit down with my mentor, Dr. Sally LaMont, to explore what more than 40 years in naturopathic medicine has taught her about aging well. We talk about food as medicine, hormone balance after menopause, movement, lifelong learning, and how to sustain both your health and your calling. This episode is an invitation to age with intention, vitality, and purpose.Dr. Sally LaMont is a naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist with over four decades of experience in functional and integrative medicine. A graduate of the National University of Naturopathic Medicine and Emperor College of Oriental Medicine, she has worked extensively with patients facing complex chronic illness, hormonal imbalance, digestive disorders, immune challenges, and cognitive decline. She also served as Executive Director of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association, helping secure licensure for naturopathic doctors in California. Today, she continues her work through consulting and her food-as-medicine education platform, Dr. Sally’s Kitchen.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this episode, I speak with Katie Uemura, a retired nurse and somatic experiencing practitioner, about her deeply personal approach to brain health. Katie shares how family history, cultural identity, nervous system healing, and community support shaped her prevention journey. We explore adapting nutrition, managing stress, healing trauma, and listening to the body as powerful tools for protecting cognition, reducing chronic pain, and aging with intention.Katie Uemura is a retired registered nurse, somatic experiencing practitioner, and Japanese American social justice leader. She is deeply involved in community healing, intergenerational trauma work, and nervous system regulation. Drawing from her personal family history of dementia, professional background, and cultural values, Katie brings a holistic, embodied approach to brain health that integrates prevention, connection, and self-awareness.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
In this episode, I sit down with Tom and Betty Freitag, a couple who chose to confront cognitive changes early rather than wait and see. Tom shares how subtle memory and processing changes led him to proactive testing and a comprehensive brain health plan. Together, they discuss diet, exercise, sleep, cognitive training, and the power of partnership in slowing cognitive decline and improving function. This conversation offers a hopeful, realistic model for aging with intention and agency.Tom Freitag is a retired aerospace engineer who applied his problem-solving mindset to protecting his cognitive health after noticing early changes and facing a family history of Alzheimer’s disease. Alongside his wife, Betty—a nurse, mother, and longtime child advocate—the couple built a comprehensive, team-based approach to brain health that includes lifestyle interventions, cognitive training, medical testing, and ongoing accountability. Together, they model what proactive, intentional aging can look like when curiosity, partnership, and persistence guide the process.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Discover how targeted amino acid therapy supports neurotransmitter balance, emotional resilience, and cognitive longevity at every stage of life.In this episode, I sit down with Laurie Hammer to explore how targeted amino acid therapy can restore balance to brain chemistry and support emotional health, memory, and cognitive longevity. We discuss how neurotransmitters are formed, why modern diets leave many people deficient, and how simple nutritional strategies can calm the nervous system, improve sleep, and enhance mental clarity at any age.As a Functional Nutritional Therapist and founder of the Calm Mom Method, Laurie Hammer focuses on helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and other neurological conditions. Her work is driven by her own healing journey—overcoming cancer, celiac disease, bulimia, and depression through holistic approaches. Today, she supports clients around the world, both virtually and in person, offering hope and practical strategies for moms facing anxiety, depression, and the overwhelming demands of daily life.Learn More About: Laurie Hammer, FNTP, NNTSWebsite: https://www.lauriehammer.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takebackmybrainFacebook: https://facebook.com/takebackmybrain/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-hammer-ab84ab8/🎧 Take Back My Brain with Laurie Hammer A compassionate, empowering journey into brain health, trauma recovery, and whole-body healing:Listen on SpotifyListen on Apple PodcastsListen on iHeart RadioWatch on YouTubeExplore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Dr. Felice Gersh explains how estrogen and progesterone shape brain health, cognition, and longevity — and why hormone loss accelerates aging.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Felice Gersh to explore how estrogen and progesterone affect the brain, metabolism, inflammation, and longevity. We unpack why menopause accelerates cognitive aging, how hormone therapy was misunderstood after the Women’s Health Initiative, and why today’s low-dose, daily hormone protocols may fall short. This conversation reframes hormones as essential regulators of brain health across a woman’s lifespan.Felice Gersh, MD, is a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, a practice that provides comprehensive health care for women by combining the best evidence-based therapies from conventional, naturopathic, and holistic medicine. For 12 years, she taught obstetrics and gynecology at Keck USC School of Medicine as an Assistant Clinical Professor, and she now serves as an Affiliate Faculty Member at the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine through the University of Arizona School of Medicine.Dr. Felice is a prolific writer and lecturer who speaks globally on women’s health and regularly publishes in peer-reviewed medical journals. She is the bestselling author of the PCOS SOS series and her latest book, Menopause: 50 Things You Need to Know.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
How sleep, breathing, and oral health shape brain aging—and why airway issues at night may be a hidden driver of cognitive decline.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Erela Katz Rappaport to explore the powerful but often overlooked connection between sleep, airway health, oral inflammation, and brain aging. We unpack why sleep apnea is so underdiagnosed—especially in women—and how disrupted breathing at night affects memory, metabolism, and cognitive decline. This conversation reveals why optimizing sleep and oral health may be one of the most impactful steps you can take for lifelong brain resilience.Dr. Erela Katz Rappaport, DMD, is a dentist specializing in dental sleep medicine and airway-focused care. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine and practices in San Diego, where she integrates oral health, airway science, sleep, and inflammation to support whole-body and brain health. Dr. Katz Rappaport is the author of Breathe Easy, Sleep Deep, a guide designed to help people recognize sleep-disordered breathing and reclaim restorative sleep for long-term cognitive protection.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Learn more about MyVitalC’s science-focused approach to supporting brain health, energy, and overall wellness.https://www.myvitalc.com/pages/thinkwellExplore More from Chris Burres:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myvitalcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalcTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyVitalC/videosLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburresChris Burres explains the science behind ESS60, mitochondrial health, oxidative stress, and how cellular support may influence aging, sleep, and vitality.In this episode, I talk with Chris Burres about ESS60, a carbon molecule studied for its effects on oxidative stress and mitochondrial function. We explore the surprising rat longevity research, how ESS60 may support sleep and energy, and why buffering mitochondrial stress could influence aging at a foundational level. Chris also shares why mindset, sleep, and movement matter just as much as supplements when it comes to living longer and better.Chris Burres is the founder and chief scientist of My Vital C and a longtime carbon nanomaterials researcher. His work focuses on ESS60, a molecule discovered through Nobel Prize–winning research and studied for its role in oxidative stress and cellular health. Chris is also the author of Live Longer and Better and a podcast host dedicated to helping people understand emerging longevity science with clarity, balance, and curiosity.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Dr. Stephen Chamberlain joins ThinkWell AgeWell to explore salutogenesis, cognitive reversion, AI-driven medicine, and how resilience-based, whole-systems approaches can restore brain health and support aging well.In this episode of ThinkWell AgeWell, I sit down with Dr. Stephen Chamberlain, an interdisciplinary physician-scientist at Oregon Health & Science University, to explore a radically hopeful framework for brain health and aging.Dr. Chamberlain introduces salutogenesis—the study of how health is created—challenging the idea that aging and cognitive decline are linear or inevitable. We discuss why health exists on a continuum, how certain stressors can build resilience, and why a small but powerful group of patients who improve after cognitive impairment deserve far more attention.Our conversation also dives into the role of AI and complex systems science, showing how machine learning can finally make sense of multi-domain interventions like exercise, diet, and botanicals working together. Dr. Chamberlain shares insights from his research on Centella asiatica, exercise “sweet spots,” and the future of scalable, Medicare-accessible brain health solutions.This episode offers both scientific depth and genuine hope for restoring cognitive health and aging well.Dr. Stephen Chamberlain, ND, LAc, MS, is an interdisciplinary physician-scientist at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). His work integrates data science, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and network physiology to study cognitive resilience and health restoration. Dr. Chamberlain’s research focuses on salutogenesis, reversion in cognitive impairment, botanical synergy, and the use of artificial intelligence to develop prescriptive, whole-systems approaches to brain health and aging.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Herbal pioneer Ric Scalzo shares how regenerative farming, herbal integrity, and nature’s wisdom support brain health, longevity, and aging well.In this episode, I sit down with herbal pioneer Ric Scalzo to explore the deeper meaning of herbal medicine. We discuss his journey from founding Gaia Herbs to building regenerative farms in Costa Rica, and how soil health directly influences the quality of herbal remedies. Ric shares why nature heals when we work in partnership with it—and how regenerative living supports brain health, vitality, and aging with purpose.Ric Scalzo began his journey into herbal and naturopathic medicine in 1980 studying Naturopathic Herbal Medicine, Eclectic Herbal Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine and various diagnostic practices. He received a master’s degree in Herbal Medicine from the School of Herbal Medicine and an Honorary Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. Renowned for his innovations in Herbal Medicine and personal commitment to retaining herbal integrity, today Ric continues to innovate herbal remedies and is a leader in the movement to integrate regenerative agriculture into the world of Herbal Medicine.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Judy Benjamin shares how she stabilized cognitive decline after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis and why commitment and lifestyle change made all the difference.In this episode, I sit down with Judy Benjamin, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at 67 and refused to accept that diagnosis as her destiny. Judy shares how working with Dr. Dale Bredesen, making radical lifestyle changes, and committing fully to her healing helped her stabilize cognitive decline and reclaim her brain health. Now in her 80s, Judy is dedicated to helping others find hope, take action, and understand that aging and cognition do not have to follow a predictable downward path.Judy Benjamin was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at age 67 after witnessing her mother’s long battle with the condition. Rather than accepting a progressive decline, she pursued a comprehensive lifestyle-based approach to brain health and became Dr. Dale Bredesen’s first successful human case using his protocol. Today, Judy is a ReCODE-trained cognitive health coach with Apollo Health and the founder of Access Longevity, where she supports individuals and families navigating cognitive decline. Now in her 80s, she continues to advocate for hope, education, and proactive brain care.Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Del Muzzillo shares how realistic hope and a multimodal approach supported his mother through a 22-year Alzheimer’s journey with dignity and purpose.----In this episode, I speak with Del Muzzillo about what’s possible when we refuse to accept false hopelessness in dementia care. Del shares his mother Dorothea’s extraordinary 22-year journey with Alzheimer’s and the integrative, multimodal approach that helped stabilize cognition, restore joy, and preserve dignity into her 100th year. This conversation challenges conventional care models and offers realistic, grounded hope rooted in environment, purpose, nutrition, and connection.----Del Muzzillo asked us to clarify that while Dorothea lived with dignity, purpose, and improved quality of life for many years, she was not fully independent. She still required daily care and support, including assistance with safety and personal needs, and continued to experience deficits consistent with Alzheimer’s disease. Her story reflects realistic hope and meaningful improvement—not a claim of full independence.----Del Muzzillo is a wellness consultant with over 40 years of experience in health, performance, and whole-person transformation. His background includes wilderness leadership, meditation practice, wellness education, and integrative health. Del developed the Integrative Cognitive Wellbeing (ICW) Program while caring for his mother, Dorothea, whose Alzheimer’s journey inspired his book Up and Down and Even Sideways. Today, he mentors caregivers and organizations seeking more humane, effective models for dementia care.----The book “Up and Down and Even Sideways” is available exclusively on Amazon.Find it on Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, and other international Amazon sites.Learn more or get in touch at www.luminescence-icw.cavia the Contact page.----Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Kevin Tran shares how discovering his APOE4-4 status sparked a complete health transformation and a data-driven approach to preventing Alzheimer’s.----In this episode, I talk with Dr. Kevin Tran about what happened when he discovered he carries APOE4-4—the highest genetic risk for Alzheimer’s. He shares how three months of fear turned into a complete health transformation, why mindset matters more than genetics, and the core habits that helped him reverse metabolic issues and build resilience. Kevin’s story shows what’s possible when we turn genetic risk into focused action.----Dr. Kevin Tran is a doctor of pharmacy with a rare combination of lived experience, clinical training in France’s top geriatric hospitals, and deep pharmaceutical strategy expertise. After discovering he carries APOE4-4, he radically rebuilt his health—reversing prediabetes, improving cardiovascular markers, and elevating his physical and cognitive performance. Today, he leads The Phoenix, a community helping APOE4 carriers run personalized experiments, identify effective interventions, and use data to guide prevention. Kevin’s background as a refugee, gamer, strategist, and entrepreneur shapes his commitment to helping others turn fear into agency.----Explore More from Dr. Kevin TranThe Phoenix Community: thephoenix.communityFree Ebook – Essential Guide to Thriving with APOE4: ebook.thephoenix.communityYouTube Channel: Dr. Kevin Tran on YouTube----Explore More from Dr. Heather SandisonReversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
A deep dive into preventing and reversing cognitive decline with Dr. Rachel Heussner, exploring labs, lifestyle, ketosis, and the power of joy for brain health.----In this episode, I talk with Dr. Rachel Heussner about how we help patients prevent and reverse cognitive decline using a personalized, root-cause approach. She shares real stories of transformation, the power of ketosis, how we interpret labs, and why joy, purpose, and support systems matter just as much as diet and supplements. Her own APOE4 journey makes this conversation especially inspiring.----Dr. Rachel Heussner is a dedicated Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and a compassionate advocate for vibrant well-being. Dr. Heussner’s passion lies in nurturing the intricate dance of mind, body, and spirit, with a special focus on brain health, women’s wellness, hormones, environmental toxins, cardiometabolic health, longevity, mental health, and gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Heussner received her Bachelor of Science degree from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and was a certified Emergency Medicine Technician before completing her naturopathic medical degree at Bastyr University. Her own health struggles ignited Dr. Heussner’s journey into naturopathic medicine. Through the transformative power of holistic and natural modalities, she embarked on a path of healing that ultimately led her to embrace naturopathic medicine as her calling. Central to Dr. Heussner’s practice is the philosophy of empowering patients with knowledge about their bodies and guiding them on a journey of internal healing. With additional training in IV therapy, hormone replacement therapy, PRP microneedling, ozone therapy, and craniosacral therapy, she offers a comprehensive approach to wellness. In her practice, Dr. Heussner attends to a wide array of conditions, including preconception care, anti-aging, PCOS, PMS, irregular menstruation, perimenopause, menopause, thyroid disorders, infertility, skin conditions, natural aesthetics, anxiety, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, mold toxicity, and environmental pollutants.----Explore More:Reversing Alzheimer’s Course: https://www.maramaathome.com/Dr. Sandison’s Latest Book: https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/Learn More at: https://www.drheathersandison.com Sign up for the Newsletter: https://www.drheathersandison.com/newsletter/Learn About Marama: https://www.maramaexperience.com/Learn About Solcere: https://www.solcere.com/ Follow Dr. Sandison:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-sandison-nd-31357241PODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
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