BioThrive: Recent Episodes
Dr. Tami Meraglia
Thriving means more than just a healthy body it means abundant energy, deep connections, and happiness. BioThrive podcast is about all of this, you are invited to hear from leaders and innovators who share cutting-edge science tools and techniques to help you become the CEO of your own health. Do not settle for just getting by or surviving it is your turn to Thrive!
Women can’t opt out of menopause, but suffering through it is optional. The truth is, there is a lot you can do to stay healthy and fulfilled during this period in your life. Today’s guest has built a career around natural and sustainable solutions for thriving during menopause. About Dr. Anna CabecaDr. Anna Cabeca, DO, OBGYN, FACOG, is triple-board certified and a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She has special certifications in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. For the past 20 years, she’s served 10,000+ women in her private practice— and millions more through her books, online videos, and articles. When her own health took a troubling turn during menopause, she sought out the wisdom of healers around the world. She learned that modern medicine and time-tested natural remedies are not at odds. Working together, they create indisputable results and true well-being. Using delicious, healing foods and simple lifestyle changes, Dr. Anna reclaimed her health and life. Fueled by her belief that every woman deserves to be empowered and in control of their health and life, she developed the Keto-Green lifestyle, which has helped thousands of women opt out of menopause misery and experience a joyful transition to the next stage of their lives. With her methods, you, too, can breeze through menopause into your “second spring”, feeling the best you ever have. In This EpisodeHow diet can impact the hormonal effects of menopause [3:45] The importance of insulin sensitivity as we age [12:20] Using food to support adrenal health [18:20] The connection between our thoughts and physical health [26:40]
The symptoms of menopause can be managed byShifting to a non-inflammatory diet Optimizing your protein intake Consuming more alkalizing food to better balance hormones Eating every meal with intention
Links & Resourceshttps://drannacabeca.com/ (Find Dr. Anna Cabeca online) Follow Dr. Anna on https://www.facebook.com/thegirlfrienddoctor (Facebook) | https://www.pinterest.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ (Pinterest) | https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ (Instagram) | https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor (TikTok) | https://www.youtube.com/thegirlfrienddoctor (YouTube) Podcast Production provided by the team at https://counterweightcreative.co/ (Counterweight Creative)
There is so much information out there about many different aspects of health. But there is an area where I think there is too little available: sleep. In this episode, I have a chiropractic expert in sleep who shares what you can do to get healthier by sleeping better every night. About Dr. Peter MartoneDr. Peter Martone is the inventor of the https://www.necknest.com/ (Neck Nest), the natural solution to correct your posture while sleeping. Originally designed as a tool to help patients heal from neck and back injuries, this revolutionary device is now being used to keep people healthy and improve their lives. Dr. Martone has been dedicated to improving the lives of others since he began practicing Chiropractic in 2000. He practiced Chiropractic with a focus on a lifestyle-based approach, with a strong emphasis on sleep, and has developed a revolutionary concept called the Neck Nest Sleep System, designed for you to sleep better, longer and healthier.
In This EpisodeWhy sleep affects our overall health and wellbeing [2:50] How sleep impacts heart rate variability and why it’s important [8:05] Establishing a routine in order to sleep better [14:45] How temperature affects sleep [21:55] Sleeping better with improved posture and alignment [24:40] Why good quality sleep is an art to be mastered [37:30]
Key TakeawaysHaving a consistent schedule is crucial to establishing good sleep habits that will keep you healthier. It is possible to establish habits and muscle memory that automatically lead to better physical alignment while sleeping.
Links & Resourceshttps://www.necknest.com/ (The Neck Nest)
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How can you take charge of your health? There are a lot of different methods, but one can actually involve ketamine treatments. Yes, it’s psychedelic. However, when administered in a proper therapeutic setting, ketamine can help people with all sorts of mental health conditions regain a sense of control. Today, we have Ryan Bean on the podcast to explain the role of this often misunderstood medicine. About Ryan Tyler BeanRyan is a yoga instructor, certified Wim Hof Method instructor, breathwork facilitator, meditation and mindfulness trainer, and retreat leader. He hosts the mindful topic-based podcast https://lifeasanobserver.podbean.com/ (Life As An Observer). He received his yoga training in the Himalayan foothills and teaches many styles and modalities from powerful flow yoga to gentle trauma-informed practices. In This EpisodeHow ketamine can be administered in an integrated psychotherapy setting [3:45] What the changing landscape looks like for ketamine in therapeutic settings [8:00] How ketamine measures up against other more common medications [16:15] The benefits of mild discomfort and hormetic stress [21:25] The relationship between flexibility and longevity [33:20]
Key TakeawaysYou are in control of your health and wellbeing, but you’ll need tools to help. For some people, guided ketamine treatments can provide lasting relief for depression and anxiety. And for everyone, breathwork skills can go a long way to regulating nervous system responses to stress. Links & ResourcesFollow Ryan on https://www.facebook.com/ryanbeanyoga (Facebook) | https://www.instagram.com/ryanbeanyoga/?hl=en (Instagram) https://lifeasanobserver.podbean.com/ (Life As An Observer Podcast) https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250207142/theimmortalitykey (The Immortality Key by Brian C. Muraresku)
Podcast Production provided by the team at https://counterweightcreative.co/ (Counterweight Creative)
We all want to feel better. No matter the disease or diagnosis, it’s what all my patients want. Despite what they’re feeling, many times the real issue lies with cardiovascular health. We should all be focusing on this, but it often doesn’t become a problem until it’s too serious to ignore. Today's guest shares his comprehensive approach to heading off heart problems before it's too late. About Dr. Joel KahnDr. Kahn is a practicing cardiologist and a clinical professor of medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Known as “America’sHealthy Heart Doc”, Dr. Kahn is triple-board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine, and interventional cardiology. He is the founder of the https://www.kahnlongevitycenter.com/ (Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity) and has authored scores of publications in his field. Having practiced traditional cardiology since 1983, it was only after his own commitment to a plant-based vegan diet that he truly began to delve into the realm of non-traditional diagnostic tools, prevention tactics, and nutrition-based recovery protocols. These ideologies led him to change his approach and focus on being a holistic cardiologist. In This EpisodeWhat led Dr. Kahn to become Americas Healthy Heart Doctor [1:50] Where the standard approach to cardiovascular disease falls short and what can be done differently [5:05] What happens when patients have high cholesterol but low levels of plaque [17:10] Important genetic factors concerning a predilection for heart disease [22:35] Who statins may not be good for and their alternatives [26:40] The actual impact of eggs on heart health [35:40] The role of stress on cardiovascular health [42:30]
Key TakeawaysProactive heart healthy protocols should include More comprehensive scans and lab work Taking lifestyle factors into consideration Examining genetic factors Responding to stress in sustainable ways
Links & Resourceshttps://www.drjoelkahn.com/ (Find Dr. Joel Kahn online) Follow Dr. Kahn on https://www.facebook.com/drjoelkahn/ (Facebook) | https://www.instagram.com/drjkahn/ (Instagram) | https://www.youtube.com/user/KahnVideoProductions (YouTube)
https://www.kahnlongevitycenter.com/ (Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heart-doc-vip-with-dr-joel-kahn/id1268172276?mt=2 (Heart Doc VIP Podcast) https://cleerlyhealth.com/ (Cleerly Health) https://tr.tonyrobbins.com/lifeforcebook (Life Force by Tony Robbins) https://astrocharm.org/ (Astro-CHARM)
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What is your DNA telling you? Understanding your genetic code can unlock the secrets behind so many chronic illnesses, your nutritional needs, and so much more. Today’s guest is on a mission to help people understand their genetic profile better so that they can overcome seemingly insurmountable health problems. About Kashif KahnKashif is the founder and CEO of https://www.thednacompany.com/ (The DNA Company), one of the world’s leading providers of functional genomics testing for individuals. By providing people with more insight into their genetic code, Kashif arms them with the information they need to make healthier lifestyle choices and live a longer, more fulfilling life. In This EpisodeHow a personal experience with illness led Kashif to found The DNA Company [0:00] What Kashif’s research says about the connection between genetics, lifestyle, and health [4:00] Understanding the difference between genetics and functional genomics [9:50] How to take action in order to live well according to your genetics [20:20] Understanding the impacts of environmental triggers [29:45] Why taking control of your health could extend your life [38:20]
Key TakeawaysUnderstanding your genes can provide you with the information you need to stay healthy and prevent illness. Make the investment now to understand your predispositions and act appropriately before you get sick and you can extend your healthy life by years. Links & ResourcesFollow Kashif Kahn on https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrkashkhan/ (Linkedin) | https://twitter.com/mrkashkhan (Twitter) https://www.thednacompany.com/ (The DNA Company) https://tinyhabits.com/ (Tiny Habits)
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So much of your wellbeing is grounded in your breath. It affects your digestion, sleep, energy, blood pressure, immune system, and so much more. In this episode, breathwork expert Ryan Bean provides practical advice on how you can get control of your health and make beneficial transformations by focusing on how you breathe. About Ryan Tyler BeanRyan is a hard man to define. Perhaps it’s best to call him an observer of the universe. He’s a certified yoga instructor, Wim Hof Method instructor, and an expert in mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork. He received his yoga training in the Himalayan foothills of India and teaches many styles of yoga, meditation, and breathwork. Ryan is passionate about being in nature and using natural and psychedelic integration to heal the mind, body, and spirit. In This EpisodeWhy breathing like a baby is the key to transforming your health [4:00] Understanding how breathing methods can reduce anxiety [9:40] The best way to relax using breathing [18:30] Breathing routines to help you sleep and wake up better [26:10] The benefits of beginning your day with an ice bath and how to do it easefully [37:30]
Key TakeawaysBetter breathing is centered on slower and more intentional breaths. Inhalation should happen through the nose and go deep into the lungs. It can help you sleep more soundly, wake up with more energy, reduce anxiety, and better digest food. Links & ResourcesFollow Ryan on https://www.facebook.com/ryanbeanyoga (Facebook) | https://www.instagram.com/ryanbeanyoga/?hl=en (Instagram) https://lifeasanobserver.podbean.com/ (Life As An Observer Podcast) https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/breath-book (Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor)
Podcast Production provided by the team at https://counterweightcreative.co/ (Counterweight Creative)