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✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com ✅Valasta Astaxanthin : https://valasta.net/  (Checkout with code POI5 for 5% discount) ✅Marodyne LiV: www.marodyne.us (Vibration Therapy Device) (Checkout with code SB200 for $200 discount) What if some of the most advanced plastic surgery today is performed while patients are completely awake—and it's actually safer? In this episode of Pod of Inquiry, we sit down with Dr. Daniel Suissa to explore the evolution of awake liposuction, fat transfer, and modern body sculpting—and why many surgeons are rethinking traditional implant-based approaches. From the science of tumescent anesthesia to the psychology of cosmetic surgery, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what patients should really know. 💉 In this episode, we discuss: ➡️Why some surgeons are moving away from breast implants and the growing conversation around Breast Implant Illness (BII) ➡️How awake liposuction avoids general anesthesia—and why that can improve safety and precision ➡️The neuroscience of pain control, including how vibration leverages Gate Control Theory ➡️When cosmetic surgery won't fix the underlying issue—and how responsible surgeons screen for unrealistic expectations ➡️The rise of social media–driven procedures in younger patients ➡️Real-world complications, risk management, and surgical transparency Dr. Suissa shares insights from his training at the University of Toronto and Yale University, along with his experience practicing across North America—from Montreal to Beverly Hills to Miami. Whether you're considering cosmetic procedures, interested in regenerative aesthetics, or simply curious about how neuroscience intersects with surgical innovation, this episode delivers a thoughtful, evidence-informed perspective. 🎧 Watch now to understand the real risks, benefits, and breakthroughs in modern body sculpting. If you value in-depth conversations with leading experts in medicine and human optimization, consider subscribing and leaving a review—it helps more people discover the show. Follow Pod of Inquiry 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction   01:49 Dr. Suissa's Background   03:20 Training & Career Path   04:52 Miami & Cosmetic Surgery Culture   05:48 Social Media Influence   06:30 Canada vs US Market   08:02 Surgical Philosophy   09:36 Managing Expectations   11:35 When Surgery Is Appropriate   12:34 Younger Cosmetic Trends   14:10 Patient Red Flags   15:31 Body Dysmorphic Disorder   16:45 Surgery & Quality of Life   20:00 Function vs Form   21:01 Psychology of Scars   23:05 Minimizing Scars   25:00 Facelift Techniques   25:36 Breast Surgery Scars   26:55 Endoscopic Approaches   27:38 Fat Transfer vs Implants   28:51 Implant Removal Trend   29:01 Implant Types & Evolution   30:00 Implant Ruptures   31:42 Breast Implant Illness   32:42 BII & Explant Decisions   33:07 Benefits of Fat Transfer   34:06 Patient Selection   35:04 Implant Litigation History   36:06 Body Sculpting Innovation   36:59 Liposuction Evolution   37:27 History of Liposuction   38:28 Tumescent Breakthrough   39:07 Tumescent Solution Components   40:52 How Tumescent Works   41:21 Lidocaine Safety   42:26 Technique Refinements   43:40 Vibratory Cannula Innovation   45:06 Gate Control Theory   48:08 Vibration vs Ultrasound   48:37 Skin Tightening Claims   -- Hashtags -- #AwakeLiposuction #FatTransfer #BreastImplantIllness #BodySculpting #PlasticSurgery #AestheticMedicine #SurgicalInnovation

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com ✅Valasta Astaxanthin : https://valasta.net/  (Checkout with code POI5 for 5% discount) ✅Marodyne LiV: www.marodyne.us (Vibration Therapy Device) (Checkout with code SB200 for $200 discount) If you or someone you know struggles with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)—dizziness, brain fog, fatigue, or rapid heart rate upon standing—this episode offers a radically different way to understand what's happening and how recovery may be possible. In this conversation, we are joined by Dr. George Michalopoulos, a Chicago-based functional neurologist, to explore why POTS is not a "broken heart" or a permanently damaged body—but a nervous system that has lost confidence in its predictions. Rather than symptom suppression, this episode dives into root-cause neurology, neuroplasticity, and objective clinical outcomes. 🧠 In this episode, you'll learn: ➡️Why beta blockers often mask symptoms without correcting the underlying dysfunction ➡️How viral infections and inflammation disrupt sensory integration and autonomic control ➡️The neuroplasticity-based approach showing measurable improvements in as little as 12 days ➡️Why dietary triggers (especially gluten and dairy) can interfere with nervous system recovery ➡️Real patient outcomes, including balance scores improving from 20% to 95% in 10 days ➡️Why POTS disproportionately affects women (75–80% of cases) and why cases are rising Dr. Michalopoulos shares what he's seeing clinically, how progress is objectively measured, and why restoring nervous system trust—not forcing the body—is key to improvement. If you're frustrated with conventional explanations or looking for actionable, evidence-based insights into autonomic dysfunction, this episode goes far beyond standard care models. 🎧 Watch now to rethink POTS, neuroplasticity, and what recovery can look like. Follow Pod of Inquiry 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to POTS   01:19 Journey into Functional Neurology   03:09 Daughter's Tics & Turning Point   04:25 What Is POTS & Dysautonomia   04:45 Brain Prediction Errors in POTS   14:48 Limits of Beta Blockers   19:21 Dystonia Case Study   21:11 Nerve Surgery & Brain Adaptation   22:53 Cerebellum & Balance Pathways   26:03 Why POTS Develops   26:28 Inflammation & Diet   28:53 Fasting & Immune Triggers   35:44 Treating POTS: Art & Science   39:28 Why Results Appear Fast   39:34 Using Objective Metrics   41:26 Vagal Nerve Stimulation   43:50 Hope for POTS Patients   45:02 Metrics Build Confidence   45:57 Balance Training Results   47:53 Gender Differences in Neurology   48:55 Contact Information   49:51 Closing Remarks -- Hashtags -- #POTS #Dysautonomia #FunctionalNeurology #Neuroplasticity #AutonomicNervousSystem #BrainHealth #IntegrativeMedicine

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com ✅Valasta Astaxanthin : https://valasta.net/  (Checkout with code POI5 for 5% discount) What if improving bone density, muscle mass, and mitochondrial health didn't require intense workouts—or even breaking a sweat? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Clinton Rubin, SUNY stem cell biologist and pioneer in vibration therapy research, and Ian Cutts, CEO of Marodyne, to break down the real science behind low-magnitude vibration therapy—and why most vibration platforms are being used incorrectly and dangerously. Backed by decades of peer-reviewed research and FDA-approved technology, this conversation separates legitimate clinical science from fitness-industry gimmicks. 🧬 In this episode, you'll learn: ➡️Why 30 Hz at 0.4g is the Goldilocks zone for bone and muscle health ➡️How high-intensity gym vibration plates may damage the brain and nervous system ➡️How vibration therapy stimulates mitochondria and mechanotransduction without raising heart rate ➡️Why bisphosphonates address only 1/3 of osteoporosis physiology ➡️Clinical evidence showing benefits in children with muscular dystrophy and elderly adults at risk of fractures ➡️How vibration signals influence stem cells, bone remodeling, and telomere protection This is not pseudoscience. Dr. Rubin's work has shaped how we understand mechanical signaling, skeletal health, and longevity, with real-world clinical applications already in use. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, longevity enthusiast, or simply curious about safer alternatives to traditional exercise, this episode offers a deep, evidence-based look into the future of bone health. 🎧 Listen now and rethink how stillness can be therapeutic. Follow Pod of Inquiry 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction   01:16 Guest Introductions   02:44 Exogen Bone Stimulator Origins   05:00 Vibration as a Biological Signal   08:24 Exercise as Mechanical Medicine   10:00 Shockwave Therapy & Bone Healing   12:19 Systemic Effects of Bone Signals   15:00 Clinical Trial Populations   15:37 History of Vibration Therapy   16:56 Sponsor: Stem Regen   20:00 Return of Physical Medicine   21:37 When Vibration Becomes Dangerous   23:57 High-Intensity Vibration & Brain Injury   25:00 Proper Vibration Dosage   26:56 Why 30 Hz at 0.4g   30:00 Mitochondrial Activation   35:00 Longevity & Fracture Prevention   38:29 Balance & Fracture Reduction Study   40:00 Bisphosphonates: Limits & Compliance   43:27 Aging in Place Strategy   46:29 Daily Mechanical Signals   47:43 Endothelial Health Benefits   49:10 Mechanotransduction Explained   49:50 Device Access & Clinical Use -- Hashtags -- #VibrationTherapy #BoneHealth #LongevityScience #RegenerativeMedicine #MedicalInnovation #OsteoporosisPrevention #Mechanotransduction

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com ✅Valasta Astaxanthin : https://valasta.net/  (Checkout with code POI5 for 5% discount) 🧠 What if peripheral nerve repair didn't require delicate microsutures—and worked better? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Isaac Clements, the inventor of NerveTape, a sutureless nerve repair device that's changing how surgeons reconnect damaged nerves. Originally discovered by accident during neural interface research, NerveTape uses shape-memory nitinol (the same material used in heart stents) to align and stabilize nerve ends—making repairs faster, more consistent, and potentially more successful than traditional microsurgical techniques. ⚠️ Even in expert hands, traditional nerve repair achieves good recovery less than 50% of the time. NerveTape aims to raise that bar. 🧬 In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ How NerveTape works and why no sutures are needed ✅ Why alignment matters more than stitching in nerve regeneration ✅ How the device reduces surgical time and technical difficulty ✅ The role of shape-memory alloys in medical devices ✅ How this tech may reduce neuroma risk and improve outcomes ✅ What this means for trauma, hand surgery, and nerve injuries Whether you're a surgeon, medical student, bioengineer, or just into cutting-edge medical tech, this conversation offers a rare look at how real innovation happens—and how it can change patient outcomes. 🎧 Don't miss this deep dive into the future of nerve repair and regenerative surgery. Follow Pod of Inquiry 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 – NerveTape Overview   01:27 – Dr. Clements' Background   07:40 – What Is NerveTape?   12:36 – Limits of Sutures   18:00 – How NerveTape Works   25:00 – Why Nitinol   29:02 – Repair Technique   31:00 – Clinical Results   35:00 – Key Benefits   40:00 – Future Updates   45:00 – Device Design   50:00 – Surgeon Adoption   54:00 – FDA & Market   57:00 – Final Takeaways   62:00 – Outro -- Hashtags -- #NerveRepair #MedicalInnovation #PeripheralNerves #SurgicalTechnology #RegenerativeMedicine #Neuroscience #FutureOfSurgery

In this video: Astaxanthin and Cancer Recovery (Part: 2) | Samuel Shepherd ✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com ✅Valasta : https://valasta.net/  (Checkout with code POI5 for 5% discount) What if chronic inflammation is the common thread behind many of today's most serious diseases—and what if reducing it at the cellular level could change how we think about prevention and treatment? In this episode, Dr. Barrett continues his conversation with biochemical engineer Samuel Shepherd, who began studying oxidative stress and inflammation after facing a serious health diagnosis of his own. What followed was years of research into reactive oxygen species, protein damage, and mitochondrial stress—and how compounds like astaxanthin may influence these processes. This is a deep, science-focused discussion on how inflammation develops, how cells get damaged, and why aging increases disease risk—not a typical supplement talk. In this episode, we discuss: ➡️How oxidative stress and free radicals damage proteins, DNA, and mitochondria ➡️Why antioxidant defenses decline with age ➡️The role of protein folding in insulin function and metabolic health ➡️New ways researchers are thinking about neurodegenerative disease mechanisms ➡️How inflammation and cellular stress may contribute to heart and brain disorders ⚠️ Important: This episode is for educational purposes only. It does not provide medical advice or claim to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals for medical conditions. If you're interested in biochemistry, inflammation, aging, and the future of disease prevention research, this episode will challenge how you think about health at the cellular level. 🔔 Subscribe for more long-form conversations on emerging health science and medical research. Follow Pod of Inquiry 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction & Episode Overview 01:21 The "Trojan Horse" Glucose Mechanism 02:19 How Glucose Improves Absorption 02:24 Cancer Cell Targeting Explained 07:05 Cancer Marker Spike Phenomenon 07:46 Dosing Protocol & hsCRP Testing 08:01 Additional Inflammation Markers 08:16 The "Tree" Model of Disease 10:57 Antioxidant Power Comparison 13:09 Why Baseline Testing Matters 13:26 Cholesterol vs Inflammation 16:44 Samuel's Cardiac Case 21:11 His Wife's Heart Results 21:22 Genetics Joke Moment 21:46 Cardiologist's Response 22:24 Brain vs Heart Cholesterol Paradox 23:35 Inflammation Behind Disease Deaths 23:59 Legal Challenges Explained 24:08 Oncologist's Call About Hospice Patients 26:28 Oncologist Rejects Chemo for Family 26:34 Prostate Cancer Case Results 26:28 Limits of Medical Imaging 27:17 Biopsy Risks 29:20 Upstream Intervention Strategy 29:20 Parkinson's Case Discovery 31:29 Parkinson's Mechanism Revealed 32:03 Dopamine and Hydroxyl Reaction 34:53 Why Standard Parkinson's Treatment Fails 34:53 Estrogen and Breast Cancer Mechanism 34:53 Testosterone and Prostate Cancer Parallel 35:16 Why Young People Are Protected 36:20 Infertility Crisis Discussion 37:42 Genetic Evidence Discussion 42:58 Synthetic Organism Example 42:58 mRNA Persistence Concerns 43:41 Molten Aluminum Burn Story 46:17 Healing and Pain Modulation 47:21 Free Radical Balance Equation 48:19 Serendipity of the Discovery 49:05 Global Impact of ValAsta 49:41 Future Book Plans 50:00 Contact Information 50:43 Closing Thoughts -- Hashtags -- #InflammationScience #Astaxanthin #CellularHealth #LongevityResearch #OxidativeStress #HealthPodcast #Biochemistry

In this video: Astaxanthin and Cancer Recovery | Samuel Shepherd ✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What would you do if you were told you had anywhere from 10 minutes to 10 years to live? In this episode, Dr. Barrett sit down with Samuel Shepherd, biochemical engineer, who shares his personal journey after being diagnosed with polycythemia vera, a rare blood disorder, and how that diagnosis led him to investigate the role of oxidative stress, free radicals, and cellular damage in chronic disease. His research led him to study astaxanthin, a powerful carotenoid found in nature, and how it may influence inflammation, mitochondrial health, and oxidative balance at the cellular level. This is not a typical supplement conversation. It's a deep dive into biochemistry, reactive oxygen species (ROS), protein misfolding, and immune signaling—and how these processes may be involved in conditions like cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disease. In this episode, we discuss: ➡️How oxidative stress and free radicals damage DNA and proteins ➡️The role of mitochondria and inflammation in chronic disease ➡️Why antioxidant defenses decline with age ➡️How protein misfolding may contribute to insulin resistance ➡️Why astaxanthin has become a major focus of his research ⚠️ Important: This episode is for educational discussion only and does not replace medical care. Cancer and chronic disease require professional diagnosis and treatment. Always consult qualified healthcare providers before making medical decisions. If you're interested in biochemistry, longevity research, inflammation, and cellular health, this conversation will give you a new way to think about why disease develops—and what future research may reveal. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on cutting-edge health science and emerging medical ideas. Follow Pod of Inquiry 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction & Episode Overview 01:48 Sam's Medical Crisis Begins 02:43 Diagnosis: Polycythemia Vera 04:46 Treatment and Prognosis 06:30 The Question That Changed Everything 08:21 Discovery of a Common Thread 09:25 What Is Astaxanthin? 10:21 Algae Cultivation Technique 12:04 First Dosing Experiments 13:19 Dose Escalation Results 15:00 Mathematical Dose Projection 16:56 Effects at High Dose 17:04 Understanding the Mechanism 20:50 The Hydroxyl Free Radical 21:35 How Mutations Occur 22:51 Inflammation Marker Discovery 24:07 Glutathione and Aging Study 25:00 Antioxidant Decline After 50 27:07 Neutralizing Free Radicals 28:01 Commercial Production Begins 29:01 First Cancer Patient Case 29:52 High-Risk Treatment Decision 31:06 Dramatic Recovery 32:03 MD Anderson Findings 33:41 Blood Marker Discovery 35:00 Pathologist Confrontation 36:01 Expanding Treatment Cases 37:00 Glioblastoma Outcomes 37:48 Washington DC Presentation 38:57 NIH Research Funding 39:35 Diseases Linked to ROS 40:00 Protein Misfolding Mechanism 40:55 Insulin Resistance Explained 42:39 Type 2 Diabetes Effects 45:00 Alzheimer's Disease Mechanism 46:39 MIT Light Therapy Study 47:45 Non-Invasive Light Therapy 48:53 Two-Pronged Alzheimer's Strategy 49:53 The Role of ROS Balance -- Hashtags -- #Astaxanthin #OxidativeStress #CellularHealth #LongevityScience #InflammationResearch #HealthPodcast #Biochemistry

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What if a 5-minute test could predict—with 90% accuracy—whether a $50,000 medication will actually work for you? In this episode, Dr. Barrett sits down with Dr. Andrew Holman, rheumatologist and CEO of Inmedix, to explore the hidden biology of stress and how it directly controls your immune system—millisecond by millisecond—through heart rate variability (HRV). This isn't another generic "manage your stress" talk. We dive into measurable, clinical-grade HRV and how it's changing the way doctors predict treatment response in rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune disease, and chronic pain. In this episode, you'll learn: ➡️Why wearables like Oura Ring and Whoop don't tell the full clinical story ➡️The surprising link between sleep apnea and rheumatoid arthritis (even without snoring) ➡️How stress biologically regulates immune function in real time ➡️How an FDA-cleared HRV test measures both branches of the autonomic nervous system ➡️Why this technology could save $34 billion in healthcare costs over the next decade The big takeaway: Stress isn't psychological—it's measurable physiology that may be sabotaging your treatment outcomes. If you care about precision medicine, HRV, immune health, autoimmune disease, or longevity, this is a must-watch. 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into cutting-edge health science. Follow Pod of Inquiry: 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction & Episode Overview 01:38 Interview Begins 03:26 What Is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)? 04:02 HRV and the Autonomic Nervous System 05:00 Why HRV Matters Clinically 06:01 Consumer Wearables vs Medical-Grade HRV 08:18 Development of Cloud HRV Technology 09:33 Technical Requirements for Accurate HRV 10:00 Inside the Cloud HRV System 11:00 Measuring Both Sympathetic & Parasympathetic Systems 11:41 Interpreting Autonomic Measurements 13:09 Why HRV Matters in Medicine 14:27 Better Tools for Measuring Stress 14:41 Mainstream Recognition of Stress Biology 16:11 Vagus Nerve Stimulation & Immune Control 16:19 Medical School vs Modern Science 20:57 Clinical Applications & Treatment Strategy 22:39 Sleep Apnea and Rheumatoid Arthritis 23:07 Sleep Heart Health Study 23:31 Japanese RA Sleep Apnea Study 24:01 Effects of Treating Sleep Apnea 25:00 Key Lessons for Rheumatologists 25:45 The Future of Autonomic Medicine 27:19 Prevention & Risk Assessment 28:12 Predicting Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk 28:58 Restoring Physiologic Balance 29:09 Adoption of HRV in Clinical Practice 30:00 Availability & Insurance Coverage 31:34 Patient Perspectives on Stress 32:27 Future of Rheumatology Practice 33:08 Patient Demand & Treatment Limits 33:23 HRV as a Missing Vital Sign 34:10 Follow-Up Testing Strategies 34:44 Predicting Biologic Drug Response 36:27 Combination Therapy Study 38:58 East Meets West Medicine 39:08 Need for Objective Measurement 39:38 Restless Leg Syndrome & Nerve Entrapment 41:39 The Phoenix Sign Explained 42:14 Importance of Diagnostics 42:52 Atypical Disease Presentations 44:37 Economic Impact of Immuno-Autonomics 46:40 Autonomics Across Medicine 48:04 Stress, Strain, and Duress 48:40 Addressing Suffering in Medicine 50:00 About InMedix 51:01 Company Timeline & Funding 51:38 InMedix Mission 52:01 Business Development & Growth 53:35 Vision for the Future 53:56 Closing Remarks -- Hashtags -- #HRV #StressScience #AutoimmuneHealth #RheumatoidArthritis #PrecisionMedicine #ImmuneSystem #LongevityScience

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What would you do if you truly believed you only had one life to live? In this episode of Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with Dr. Luke Cicchinelli, a podiatric surgeon who didn't just dream about change—he acted on it. Luke moved his family to Spain, learned Spanish through total immersion, and rebuilt his life overseas. Not once. Not twice. Three times—until it became permanent. This conversation goes far beyond travel. It's about identity, courage, mortality, and what it really takes to live with intention. In This Episode, You'll Discover: ➡️ How Luke learned Spanish from scratch—without apps, translators, or shortcuts ➡️ The concept of "purposeful ambiguity" and why it almost broke him ➡️ Why Spain's "work to live" culture may actually increase longevity ➡️ The #1 barrier that keeps people trapped in their comfort zones ➡️ How confronting mortality can be one of the most life-affirming experiences of all Luke's story isn't about escaping—it's about choosing. Choosing growth over fear. Presence over routine. And giving his family the gift of cultural intelligence and a wider worldview. If you've ever felt the pull to radically change your life—but didn't know where to start—this episode may be the permission you've been waiting for. Follow Pod of Inquiry 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/podofinquiry 🔗 LinkedIn (Dr. Stephen Barrett): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  01:29 - Meeting Dr. Cicchinelli 03:28 - Timeline of Moves to Spain 05:48 - Learning Spanish 08:05 - The Immersion Process 10:00 - Current Language Use at Home 12:55 - Licensing and Bureaucracy 15:00 - Healthcare System Differences 18:31 - Moving to Vigo 24:54 - Serendipitous Connections 29:09 - Regional Languages and Culture 34:05 - Language at Home 38:36 - Biggest Challenge: Purposeful Ambiguity 44:35 - Quality of Life and Community 47:13 - Professional Training Reflection 49:14 - Recipe for Transformation 53:18 - Closing Thoughts -- Hashtags -- #IntentionalLiving #LifeTransformation #ExpatLife #LivingAbroad #PersonalGrowth #PodcastEpisode #PodOfInquiry

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✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What if every cell in your body came with a built-in "expiration date"? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bill Andrews — the geneticist whose team discovered telomerase, the enzyme that controls human aging and cellular lifespan. At just 10 years old, Dr. Andrews' father told him: "You should find a cure for aging." He's spent his entire life trying to do exactly that. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Andrews explains: 🔬 Why humans have a maximum lifespan of ~125 years — and how mathematics proves it ⏳ The "ride ticket" analogy that explains telomere shortening in under 60 seconds 💊 Why 90% of telomere supplements are scams that don't actually lengthen telomeres 🧬 What TelaVital really does — and what it can't do (yet) ♾️ How biological immortality could realistically become possible within our lifetime One of the most shocking insights: Many anti-aging companies don't lengthen telomeres — they just manipulate the measurements, like firing your least intelligent employees to raise your company's average IQ. This is NOT pseudoscience. Not biohacking hype. This is coming from the scientist who literally helped discover the enzyme that determines how long we live. 📌 If you're interested in longevity, telomeres, cellular aging, or real anti-aging science — this is a must-listen. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with evidence-based conversations on health, longevity, and human optimization. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction 01:17 - Guest Introduction & Background 01:53 - Early Interest in Aging 05:03 - The Hayflick Limit Explained 09:46 - Why Do We Age? (First Discussion) 09:58 - Graduate School & Career Path 15:24 - Telomeres Explained 22:16 - Telomeres as Scientific Fact, Not Theory 23:27 - Biological Age Testing 25:15 - DNA Methylation vs. Telomere Length 28:17 - Understanding Telomerase as an Enzyme 30:21 - What is Aging? 40:12 - Why We Age: Evolutionary Perspective 43:27 - Species-Specific Aging Mechanisms 43:53 - Maximum Human Lifespan 46:19 - Path to Immortality 46:39 - TelaVital Supplement 48:48 - How TelaVital Works 54:03 - Debunking Other Telomere Products 55:11 - Product Transparency 56:31 - Dr. Andrews' Mission 58:05 - Contact Information 58:33 - Additional Resources 59:07 - Closing -- Hashtags -- #LongevityScience #AntiAgingBreakthrough #TelomereHealth #LiveLonger #AgingReversal #CellularAging #HumanLifespan #DrBillAndrews

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What if restoring your gut bacteria could rival chemotherapy—without the devastating side effects? In this groundbreaking episode of Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Nathan Goodyear reveals how the gut microbiome, fecal transplants, and intratumoral therapies are reshaping the future of cancer treatment. Dr. Goodyear, Medical Director at the Williams Cancer Institute, shares cutting-edge research that challenges everything we think we know about cancer, immunity, and modern oncology. 🔥 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ➡️Why 25% of 2-year-olds have zero beneficial gut bacteria—and how this ties into rising cancer rates ➡️How fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) are turning non-responders into immunotherapy responders ➡️The shocking way chemotherapy creates cell senescence, potentially sabotaging long-term immunity ➡️The cancer-parasite debate finally explained—what ivermectin & fenbendazole can and cannot do ➡️How traditional biopsies may spread cancer, and why intratumoral therapy is a paradigm shift ➡️The 53% "no evidence of disease" rate Dr. Goodyear achieved in Stage 4 prostate cancer patients ➡️Why these advanced treatments are happening in pristine facilities in Cabo, Mexico—and not the U.S. ⚠️ Why This Conversation Matters: The current "war on cancer" is failing—and younger people are getting sick at alarming rates. This episode breaks down why aging and cancer are fundamentally connected, why trust in medicine is collapsing, and what you can do right now to protect yourself and your loved ones. 💥 Free Resource Mentioned in the Episode Explore The Cancer Vault—an AI-powered research tool Dr. Goodyear uses: prescribe.com (Dive into studies, mechanisms, and treatment pathways at your own pace.) 👉 If you're dealing with cancer, supporting someone who is, or trying to prevent it—this may be the most important conversation you hear this year. LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to spread life-saving information. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  01:17 - Opening Discussion   02:35 - Williams Cancer Institute's Work   03:17 - Paradigm Shifts in Medicine   04:39 - The New Book   08:26 - Gut Microbiome and Immune System   10:00 - The My Baby Biome Study   14:08 - Fecal Transplantation Research   15:00 - Future of Fecal Transplantation   20:00 - Administration and Mechanisms   23:00 - Preventative Applications   25:00 - Chemotherapy and the Gut   25:38 - Cell Senescence Explained   30:00 - Intratumoral Approaches   35:00 - Radiation Paradox   36:31 - The Business of Medicine   40:00 - Patient Trust Crisis   42:23 - Repurposed Medications: Ivermectin   43:39 - Parasites and Cancer: Truth vs Fiction   46:02 - Effectiveness of Repurposed Drugs   50:00 - Complexity of Cancer   53:49 - The Cancer Vault Resource   55:00 - Beverly Hills vs Cabo Locations   1:00:13 - Closing   -- Hashtags -- #CancerTreatment  #FecalTransplant  #MicrobiomeHealth #IntegrativeOncology  #Immunotherapy  #GutHealth #DrNathanGoodyear

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✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels: https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Can a nerve regenerate without surgery? This case suggests yes. In this episode of Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with Dr. Erin Nelson to review a rare EMG-documented case of nerve regeneration after ultrasound-guided Hydrodissection with D5W — no scalpel required. A 56-year-old woman developed sudden foot drop due to deep peroneal nerve entrapment. After two D5W Hydrodissection sessions, a 4-month repeat EMG showed significant interval improvement in demyelination + axonal injury. Objective. Measurable. Independent neurologist confirmed. 🎯 What you'll learn in this episode: • Why 5% dextrose (D5W) outperforms saline in Hydrodissection • The exact protocol Dr. Nelson uses (volume, frequency, technique) • When to choose Hydrodissection vs. surgical decompression • Implications for patients with diabetic neuropathy • The difference between glucose puncture vs Hydrodissection This may become one of the most important clinical conversations in the nerve pain / peripheral neuropathy space. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction   00:52 - Opening & Welcome   02:39 - What is Hydrodissection?   04:03 - Why D5W Over Other Solutions?   05:33 - Safety in Diabetic Patients   07:12 - Safety Profile & Substance P   07:50 - Glucose Puncture vs Hydrodissection   09:48 - Case Presentation Begins   10:00 - Patient History   13:47 - Prior Upper Extremity Surgeries   17:09 - EMG Findings   18:17 - Weight Loss Connection   19:24 - Physical Examination   22:59 - First Hydrodissection   23:03 - One Month Follow-up   23:16 - Second Hydrodissection   25:45 - EMG Improvement   26:33 - Significance of Objective Findings   27:06 - Current Status   30:19 - Causes of Nerve Entrapment   31:48 - Hydrodissection Mechanism Review   33:20 - Patient Experience   34:41 - Future Considerations   36:39 - Conservative Approach Benefits   39:39 - Residual Symptoms & Central Sensitization   41:04 - Complexity of Treatment   42:17 - Contact Information   -- Hashtags -- #D5WHydrodissection #NerveRegeneration #Electrodiagnostics #EMG #Neuropathy #PeripheralNerve #UltrasoundGuidedProcedures #PainMedicine #RegenerativeMedicine

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels: https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What if being incredibly fit was actually making you sick? That's exactly what happened to Christopher Maher — a former Navy SEAL, Olympic-level athlete, and now the creator of the revolutionary True Body Intelligence™ healing system. In this powerful episode of Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with Christopher to uncover how childhood trauma, chronic stress, and extreme physical training rewired his body — and how he healed himself through a method that bridges fascia work, vibrational healing, and emotional release. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ Why being fit doesn't always mean being healthy ✅ How trauma physically embeds in your body — and how to release it ✅ The practitioner who ended 3 years of pain in just 24 hours ✅ What happens in a 28-day dark room retreat (your body produces DMT naturally!) ✅ Why "doing" more isn't the key to happiness — being is ✅ How to tell if you're "fit but toxic" and what to do about it 💡 Key Takeaway: Christopher's mission is simple — to help you cut your lifetime stress in half and live 50/50: fully present and fully productive. 📘 Explore More: 👉 Get Christopher's book: Free for Life 👉 Learn more at TrueBodyIntelligence.com 👉 Book a free consultation after reading his book Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction   01:03 - Early Biohacking Pioneer   03:30 - Childhood Trauma: The Mrs. Baskerfield Incident   04:32 - Coping Mechanisms   05:00 - Additional Trauma   06:00 - Milton Hershey School   07:46 - College Years   08:19 - Discovery of Navy SEALs   09:19 - SEAL Training Demands   11:50 - The Grit Factor   13:41 - Medical Concerns in Training   15:24 - Transition to Olympic Training   16:00 - Musculoskeletal Breakdown   17:30 - Discovery of Wellness Approaches   20:00 - Sponsor Break: Stem Regen   23:08 - Introduction to Structural Integration   25:00 - Discussion of Fascia   25:47 - The Roberto Breakthrough   29:45 - Roberto's Method   31:23 - Mind-Body Connection   32:03 - Dark Room Retreat   33:30 - Third Eye and DMT   35:00 - Ascension Experience   37:12 - Transformation from Self to Service   38:00 - Sponsor Break: Nature's Marvels Bioregulatory Peptides   40:00 - The 44-Day Fast   41:31 - True Body Intelligence Program Components   45:00 - Individualized Approach   46:25 - Program Structure   48:21 - Being vs. Doing   50:15 - Being Present While Doing   52:27 - How to Connect     -- Hashtags -- #TrueBodyIntelligence #ChristopherMaher #TraumaHealing #Biohacking #FasciaRelease #ChronicPain #NavySEAL #MindBodyHealing

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Stephen L. Barrett sits down with Dr. Eric Williams, the surgeon who rediscovered Soleal Sling Syndrome — a once-forgotten cause of tibial nerve entrapment that explains why so many "tarsal tunnel" surgeries fail. Until Dr. Williams' groundbreaking 2009 research, this condition was virtually invisible in modern medicine. Now, his work has revolutionized how surgeons diagnose and treat proximal tibial nerve entrapments with life-changing results. 🎯 What You'll Learn: 🔍 The "Open Eyeball Sign" — a clinical pearl that confirms the diagnosis 💪 Why flexor hallucis longus weakness is the key to identifying soleal sling ⚡ How to differentiate Soleal Sling Syndrome from Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome 🚫 Why traditional compartment releases fail (and what to do instead) 🧠 The link between DVT, post-phlebitic pain, and nerve compression 🦶 Surgical insights — medial vs. posterior vs. lateral approaches 📈 Clinical outcomes — 92% success rate in trauma patients 💬 Dr. Barrett's Takeaway: "The eyes can't see what the mind doesn't know." Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction 01:19 - Opening Discussion 02:06 - Discovery of Soleus Sling Syndrome 05:27 - Historical Context 07:21 - The Epiphany Moment 10:48 - Exertional Compartment Syndrome Connection 17:08 - Clinical Examination Techniques 18:02 - Physical Examination Details 22:25 - Additional Clinical Signs 24:52 - Muscle Testing Discussion 26:56 - Post-Phlebitic Pain Syndrome 29:04 - Combined Nerve Entrapments (2012 Paper) 33:27 - Additional Entrapment Sites 37:07 - Deep Posterior Compartments 38:01 - Physical Exam Emphasis 40:05 - Surgical Approaches 42:30 - Surgical Technique Details 45:55 - Dr. Ellison's Lateral Approach 47:26 - Treatment Decision Making 50:06 - Art vs. Science of Treatment 52:53 - Patient Psychology 54:36 - Contact Information 55:45 - Revision Tarsal Tunnel Surgery 58:40 - Madrid Study Discussion 1:00:21 - Closing Remarks -- Hashtags -- #TarsalTunnelSyndrome #SolealSlingSyndrome #PeripheralNerveSurgery #DrEricWilliams #NerveEntrapment #FootPain #Podiatry #MedicalPodcast

In this video: How Root Canals Trigger Heart Disease | Dr. Thomas Levy ✅StemRegen : http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com In this explosive episode of Pod of Inquiry, retired cardiologist and vitamin C expert Dr. Thomas Levy reveals groundbreaking research showing that over 95% of heart attacks may be directly caused by hidden oral infections — often from root canals and untreated dental decay. No pain. No symptoms. Just silent infections pumping deadly toxins into your bloodstream every time you chew. 🎙️ In This Episode, You'll Discover: ✅ Why 100% of over 5,000 tested root canals were found toxic — more than botulism ✅ How these oral pathogens directly cause heart attacks, strokes, and chronic disease ✅ Why standard dental X-rays miss 75% of infections ✅ The one scan (3D Cone Beam CT) that could save your life ✅ Dr. Levy's personal story of reversing chronic inflammation after decades of illness ✅ How oxidative stress links dental infections to nearly every modern disease ✅ The truth about iron, iodine, and the ADA's biggest blind spot 💡 Key Takeaway: You can't fix your health if your mouth is making you sick. If you have heart disease, autoimmune issues, or unexplained fatigue — your root canals might be the missing link. 📘 Based on Dr. Levy's book "Hidden Epidemic", this conversation could save your life — or someone you love. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction   01:43 Guest Introduction & Background   02:59 How Dr. Levy Got Started   04:31 The Pivotal Moment   05:51 Transition from Cardiology   08:05 Oxidative Stress Explained   12:01 What is CAP (Chronic Apical Periodontitis)?   13:49 The 5,000 Root Canal Study   15:43 The Shocking Discovery   17:58 Impact on Children   19:21 Importance of Testing   22:25 Follow-up Testing Example   23:28 Mechanism of Toxin Spread   26:03 Why Dentists Don't Use Cone Beam   28:43 How Infections Affect the Heart   29:52 The Landmark Study (2006)   31:25 Inflammation and Vitamin C   33:50 Bold Claim   35:56 Dr. Levy's Personal Experience   37:41 Dr. Joseph Issels' Work (1950s)   40:00 Dr. Levy's Tonsillectomy   41:11 Alternative Tonsil Treatments   42:28 Sinusitis Connection   44:00 Dr. Weston Price's Research (1930s-40s)   46:08 Gut Microbiome Connection   47:38 Rapid Virus Recovery Book   48:26 Gut Healing Timeline   49:46 Case Examples   51:56 Dr. Huggins' Wisdom   53:06 The Iron Problem   54:49 Iodine and Hashimoto's   56:06 Ferritin Levels   57:12 Hydrogen Peroxide Explained   -- Hashtags -- #DrThomasLevy #RootCanals #HeartDisease #HiddenEpidemic #OralHealth #ChronicIllness

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com In this week's Pod of Inquiry episode, world-renowned neurologist Dr. Dale Bredesen reveals how over a decade of clinical results have challenged the conventional view of Alzheimer's disease. His RECODE Protocol has helped thousands regain clarity, memory, and vitality — even years after diagnosis. 🔍 In This Episode: ✅ Why Alzheimer's is your brain's protective response — not an irreversible disease ✅ The shocking truth about amyloid beta (and why removing it can make things worse) ✅ The story of Patient Zero — diagnosed at 68, thriving at 80 ✅ Why the Alzheimer's Association refuses to acknowledge this approach ✅ The 7 Pillars of the RECODE Protocol that reverse cognitive decline ✅ How lifestyle, nutrition, and root-cause treatment can outsmart your genes 🧬 Know Your Genetic Risk: • ApoE 3/3 → 9% lifetime risk • One ApoE4 gene → 30% risk • Two ApoE4 genes → 90% risk 👉 But remember: genetics are not destiny when you treat the causes, not the symptoms. If you're over 40 — or know someone who's struggling with memory issues — this episode could change everything. 🎧 Listen now and discover how Alzheimer's can be prevented, slowed, or even reversed. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction 01:48 Dr. Bredesen's Background 03:51 Breakthrough in Disease Modeling 06:14 Amyloid Precursor Protein (APP) – The Molecular Switch 13:58 Understanding the Disease Mechanism 17:46 ApoE Genetics and Risk 23:32 Development of Treatment Protocol 29:12 Research Funding and Medical Paradigm 32:46 Influence of Functional Medicine 36:47 Comprehensive Patient Evaluation 40:03 Pushback from Establishment 43:21 Rising Incidence and Environmental Factors 45:17 Diabetes Medications Discussion 48:48 Long-term Treatment Approach 53:03 Training and Replication 58:23 Final Recommendations -- Hashtags -- #ReversingAlzheimers #DrDaleBredesen #BrainHealth #CognitiveDecline #RECODEProtocol #Neurodegeneration

✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com This week on Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Burke—a 46-year veteran of the natural products industry and Director of Education for Kokora—to uncover why regenerative farming may be our last hope for sustainable food, nutrition, and health. 🔎 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why organic farming still falls short compared to regenerative agriculture How modern farming practices have destroyed 50% of birds and 40% of insects The secret to why grocery store produce tastes like cardboard How a farm in Costa Rica boosted yields by 500% in one year The "Emmy Emmy" process that turns forest waste into soil gold 🌍 Why soil health is the key to stronger, more effective herbal medicine 🌿 Why It Matters? This isn't just about farming—it's about your nutrition, your supplements, and your health. The quality of our soil directly impacts the nutrient density of food and the healing power of plants. 👨‍🏫 Dr. Burke also shares how children today think food comes from "the back room of grocery stores"—and why this dangerous disconnect could shape the future of our health and food system. 👉 Don't miss this powerful episode—it will change the way you look at food, medicine, and the soil beneath your feet. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction and Background   02:07 - Career Journey and Industry Evolution   05:16 - Organic vs. Regenerative Farming   07:48 - Challenges and Economics   10:41 - Environmental Crisis and Solutions   12:22 - Agricultural Economics and Taste   14:02 - Soil Health and Degradation   18:15 - Emmy Emmy Process and Soil Building   20:54 - Farm Location and Transition Results   22:33 - No-Till Farming Methods   25:16 - Entourage Effect and Whole Plant Medicine   27:56 - Pharmaceutical vs. Natural Approaches   29:23 - Product Manufacturing and Quality   32:32 - Extraction Methods and Quality Control   35:11 - Product Lines and Market Trends   38:10 - Product Development and Applications   40:17 - Traditional Medicine and Modern Healthcare   43:37 - Healthcare System Shift and Consumer Awareness   48:25 - Contact Information and Closing   -- Hashtags -- #RegenerativeFarming #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture #FoodFuture #OrganicVsRegenerative #NutrientDenseFood #DrJeffreyBurke

In this video: 5G Health Risks And EMF Protection | Arthur Menard ✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen  (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz  Your 10% discount code is POI10  ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Your phone today emits 20–40x more radiation than models just a few years ago. Add in 30+ WiFi signals, thousands of 5G towers, and you're living in an invisible storm of EMF exposure. In this episode of Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with bioengineering expert Arthur Menard to uncover the hidden science of EMF health risks—and what you can do to protect yourself. 🔎 What You'll Learn ⚡ The Hidden Science – Why 2,200+ studies link EMF to DNA damage & cancer 🧬 Your Body Under Siege – How EMF disrupts calcium channels, triggers oxidative stress & inflammation 🛡️ Real Protection – From NASA-inspired clothing to Faraday cage principles that shield your body ✅ Key Takeaways ➡️80% of independent studies show biological harm from EMF (vs. only 20% of industry-funded studies) ➡️Why your bedroom should be the #1 priority for EMF protection ➡️How to measure EMF exposure at home & the single most effective product to reduce risk 🎧 Don't miss this deep dive into the truth behind EMF, 5G, and your health—and discover practical solutions to keep yourself and your family safe. 👉 Exclusive Offer: Get 15% off HAVN Wear's EMF protective clothing with code POI15 at checkout. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction & Guest Background   01:06 - Show Opening   01:37 - Arthur's Background & Motivation   04:16 - Educational Background   04:49 - Industry Parallels: Tobacco vs. EMF   06:18 - Research Funding Bias   11:22 - Regulatory Lag   12:27 - NIH Studies   13:27 - Exposure Escalation   14:49 - 5G vs 4G Technical Differences   16:15 - Health Impact Scale   17:12 - Research Gaps   21:26 - Cellular Mechanisms of EMF Damage   24:11 - Calcium and Cellular Damage   25:07 - Multiple Pathological Pathways   26:21 - Individual Susceptibility & EHS   29:39 - EHS Diagnosis Challenges   31:44 - Cumulative Environmental Stressors   33:32 - Solution Development Motivation   33:51 - Technology Development   36:34 - Product Line   37:14 - Faraday Cage Explanation   40:00 - EMF Measurement Effects   42:04 - US Air Force Contract   43:26 - Historical Context   44:02 - Product Durability & Care   46:00 - Product Recommendations   48:48 - EMF Measurement Importance   50:59 - Company Information   52:13 - Closing Remarks   55:12 - Standard Closing   -- Hashtags -- #EMFProtection #5GHealthRisks #RadiationExposure #FaradayClothing #ElectromagneticHealth #Biohacking #ArthurMenard