Episode 79 – Psychedelic Therapy for Obesity and Eating Disorders with Jillian Acosta

Episode 79 – Psychedelic Therapy for Obesity and Eating Disorders with Jillian Acosta

Psychedelic therapy has become a leading proponent in accessing deep trauma and unlocking profound healing — but how does it work when treating eating disorders and obesity? 

Join us for an eye-opening episode with functional nutritionist Jillian Acosta who advocates for the healing power of psychedelics in rewiring our personal relationship with food, accessing personal trauma, and restructuring our inner world.

Jillian Acosta is a leading functional dietician and nutritionist with a passion for serving clients struggling with disordered eating. 

She founded The Root Cause Method in 2020 where she combines her expertise in biochemistry and physiology with her passion for patient-centered, trauma-informed care to create a safe space for clients to heal with the help of psychedelics and other spiritual tools. 

Jillian’s philosophy revolves around the ideology that chronic illnesses and disordered eating are deeply rooted in untapped and repressed trauma. In her practice, she works with physicians who specialize in ketamine therapy to help clients transform their relationship with food and themselves.

In this episode, Jillian debunks the common misconceptions surrounding eating disorders, emphasizing that they are often not about the food itself but rather an attempt to self-soothe and emotionally regulate. 

We tackle the interconnectedness of mental and physical health with Jillian as she discusses the profound impact of thought patterns on overall well-being. With therapeutic tools like ketamine and cannabis, Jillian’s innovative “The Garden” program fosters holistic healing by addressing disordered eating from a psychological perspective.

HIGHLIGHTS Of The Data Driven Podcast

[2:00] What Does Jillian Do as a Functional Dietician/Nutritionist?

[5:45] Debunking Misconceptions Surrounding Eating Disorders

[12:35] Understanding Our Thought Patterns

[17:55] How Mental and Physical Health Perpetuate Each Other

[23:50] Using Ketamine and Cannabis as Therapeutic Tools

[27:00] Diving Into Jillian’s “The Garden Program”

[34:15] Understanding the Truth Behind Disordered Eating

[41:48] On Tracking Weight as a Trigger

[49:55] How to Get Started With Integrative Mental Health and Psychedelics

[56:00] Accessing a Psychological Blueprint Through Psychedelics

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Episode 78 – Age as a biomarker with Ryan Smith from TruDiagnostic

Episode 78 – Age as a biomarker with Ryan Smith from TruDiagnostic

Join us in today’s episode as we talk about the science of longevity, epigenetics, and its profound implications for understanding the aging process with Ryan Smith, the visionary founder of TruDiagnostic.

Ryan Smith’s journey into the realm of healthcare innovation began with a bold vision to redefine how we perceive age. With a deep understanding of epigenetics and a commitment to advancing personalized medicine, Ryan embarked on a mission to predict biological age outcomes and longevity with unprecedented accuracy. 

Through TruDiagnostic’s groundbreaking research, they have achieved an astonishing 92% accuracy rate in predicting outcomes based on biological age, revolutionizing disease prevention and treatment strategies. TruDiagnostic has developed cutting-edge algorithms to interpret methylation data, offering valuable insights into inflammatory markers, disease diagnosis, aging pace, cellular replication, and more.

Join us for this exciting episode as we discuss the amazing research that shows us the research behind longevity, quantifying the aging process, and understanding how our past experiences and traumas are stored in our DNA through an extraordinary mind-body connection. We talk about how these advancements in research can help us accurately predict biological outcomes and detect diseases such as cancer at an earlier rate.

Through TruDiagnostic’s pioneering work, we can gain a deeper understanding of how we can harness the power of epigenetics to live healthier, longer lives.

HIGHLIGHTS Of The Data Driven Podcast

[2:10] Origins of TruDiagnostic

[5:14] Longevity – Reframing the Way We See Age

[7:50] Unpacking the Science of Epigenetics

[11:53] Predicting Outcomes with Biological Age

[17:00] How TruDiagnostic Prioritizes Cost-Effective Lab Testing

[19:15] Understanding the Difference between Genetics and Epigenetics

[20:20] How Our History, Trauma, and Other Neurological Conditions Is Stored in Our DNA

[25:30] Studying the Mind-Body Connection

[31:15] Learning How We Can Age at a Better Pace

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Episode 77 – Physics and Bioenergetics in Medicine: Exploring the Ammortal Chamber with Dr. Jeremy Stich

Episode 77 – Physics and Bioenergetics in Medicine: Exploring the Ammortal Chamber with Dr. Jeremy Stich

In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Jeremy Stich as he takes us on an enlightening conversation on his journey of understanding how physics, energy medicine, and biohacking can transform lives for the better.

Despite starting out his medical career as a skeptic of alternative medicine, his personal and family health challenges led him down a path toward a deeper understanding of physiology, epigenetics, and bioenergetics.

With over 11 years of experience in emergency medicine, Dr. Stich now combines his expertise in nutrigenomics with physics-based integrative medicine, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Stich dives into fascinating topics such as studying energetic systems of the body, the journey of his daughter with Spina Bifida, and how we can best adapt to our modern day conditions.

Dr. Stich and his team at LYV Wellness are at the forefront of revolutionizing the healthcare landscape, offering innovative solutions to empower individuals on their journey to optimal health and vitality.

We also delve deeper into the revolutionary Ammortal Chamber, a cutting-edge technology that efficiently combines five scientifically proven, non-invasive biohacks into one transformative experience. Dr. Stich walks us through the chamber’s guided experience, which blends light, electro-magnetics, molecular hydrogen, music, meditation, breath work to energize the entire being for longevity, vitality, and supercharged performance.

So if you’re ready to elevate your health this 2024, tune in for an engaging and informative discussion on the latest episode of Data-Driven Health Radio!

HIGHLIGHTS Of The Data Driven Podcast

[0:55] About Dr. Jeremy Stich

[2:35] Studying Energetic Systems of the Body

[7:20] His Daughter’s Journey with Spina Bifida

[13:00] Exploring the Magus of Java

[16:20] The Power of the Ammortal Chamber

[21:00] Replicating Forest Bathing

[29:30] How the Ammortal Chamber Allows You to Efficiently Stack Biohacks

[34:30] One Health Hack Everyone Needs

[37:40] LYV Wellness

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Episode 76 – Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with Dr. Jason Sonners

Episode 76 – Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with Dr. Jason Sonners

In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Dr. Jason Sonners who has helped thousands of patients treat a wide range of debilitating conditions through the Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). Tune in as Dr. Jason shares how HBOT drastically changed his own life 17 years ago, thus inspiring him to dedicate his life’s work to educate and support patients through the incredible power of hyperbaric therapy.

Join us as we take a closer look at the intricacies behind hyperbaric therapy and how the process of pumping more oxygen into the body can lead to profound healing at the cellular level. By breathing in pure oxygen within a controlled pressurized chamber, the extra oxygen allows the body speed up the healing process at a tremendous rate. We also break down the difference between soft chambers and hard chambers, as well as discussions on inflammation, proper breathing techniques, and sleep hygiene.

As functional medicine continues to pave its way into everyday life, join us for an enlightening episode on the impact of improving access to hyperbaric chambers for individuals seeking holistic and transformative approaches to healing.

HIGHLIGHTS Of The Data Driven Podcast

[1:30] Introducing Hyperbaric Therapy

[7:30] Unpacking the Science Behind It

[11:10] Understanding Soft Chambers vs. Hard Chambers

[14:22] Insights From Studies on Hyperbaric Healing

[16:10] Addressing Inflammation Through Hyperbaric Therapy

[20:40] How Pumping More Oxygen Can Heal Cells

[29:00] Healing Mitochondrial Dysfunction

[32:10] The Underestimated Importance of Proper Breathing

[39:25] Tracking Heart Variability for Optimal Health

[42:35] Introducing Hyperbaric Chambers to Brick-And-Mortar Clinics

[45:45] Designing Protocols to Complement Hyperbaric Medicine

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Episode 75 – Combining Functional Medicine and Biohacking With Dr. Beth McDougall

Episode 75 – Combining Functional Medicine and Biohacking With Dr. Beth McDougall

Dr. Beth McDougall is a leading integrative medical doctor who co-founded Jyzen, a world-class bio-optimization lab based in Mill Valley, CA.

With over 25 years of experience, she has been at the forefront of an emerging paradigm shift to transform the practice of traditional medicine. As an accomplished author and speaker, Dr. Beth comes with a wealth of knowledge on how one can achieve profound well-being and radical healing.Tune in for an eye-opening episode on the early days of integrative medicine, Dr. Beth’s insights into common health conditions, and the power of being a ‘medical detective’.

We dig deep into toxin tests, mitochondrial dysfunction, longevity secrets, and more.

We also discuss how Dr. Beth has integrated the best of integrative medicine with state of the art biohacking and physical fitness – all under one roof at Jyzen.

This episode offers must-hear learning moments for anyone thinking about reversing disease, anti-aging, and achieving optimal health.

HIGHLIGHTS Of The Data Driven Podcast

[1:15] Beginning the Integrative Medicine Journey

[4:55] Dave‘s Profound Experience With Functional Medicine

[7:35] Most Commonly Treated Conditions at JYZEN

[11:00] Must-Do Toxin Tests

[13:01] Watch Out for Mitochondria Dysfunction 

[15:55] The Secret Being a Medical Detective

[19:25] Why JYZEN Is a Powerhouse for Longevity

[25:42] Who Is JYZEN For?

[31:40] The Incredible Way Water Remembers

[42:20] The Impact of Our Personal Lifestyle Choices

[45:15] Heads Up and JYZEN Collaboration

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Episode 74 – Genetic Coaching for your Clients with Dr. Lara Varden

Episode 74 – Genetic Coaching for your Clients with Dr. Lara Varden

Dr. Lara Varden, PhD is a scientist, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Licensed Ecclesiastical Holistic Practitioner, Certified Functional Genomics Practitioner, and Certified Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Counselor. 

She serves as an esteemed clinician at The DNA Company, while spearheading Sacred Genomics as its Co-Founder and CEO, as well as holding the position of Adjunct Professor at Clarkson University’s Biology Department. An expert in cellular biology, molecular genetics, biochemistry, neuroscience, and functional nutrition, her practice focuses on functional genomics and holistic health. 

In this episode, we are privileged to host Dr. Lara Varden, a functional genomics practitioner who advocates for a holistic approach to well-being, starting with understanding the history of our body, our family, and our environment. As traditional medicine continues to limit our capacity to address chronic conditions, our guest today is dedicated to guiding individuals and groups towards transformational change to become the best versions of themselves.

Join us as Dr. Lara delves into the nuances of genetics and epigenetics, shedding light on how gene awareness can be a transformative force in one’s health journey. Discover how you can beat your propensity for certain diseases and upgrade your health through intentional testing and data-driven insights.

Dr. Varden’s passion lies in educating and empowering individuals and groups with untapped knowledge to enhance energy, immunity, and healing from chronic ailments. Guided by the motto of “Service to Others,” she firmly believes in everyone’s inherent right and capacity for love, joy, and self-healing. She optimizes epigenetics through nutrition, lifestyle shifts, and holistic integration. Additionally, she emphasizes biohacking, longevity, and healthy aging. 

HIGHLIGHTS Of The Data Driven Podcast

[5:30] Filling the Gaps in Traditional Medicine

[9:01] Understanding Epigenetics

[13:55] How Gene Awareness Can Transform Your Health

[17:00] Where to Start and How to Get Tested

[20:55] Interpreting and Influencing Your Stats

[27:10] Taking a Look at Your Toxic Load

[30:50] Optimizing Your Body’s Detoxification Process

[35:35] Factoring in Deep Sleep

[45:55] Learning How To Self-Heal

[50:35] Tapping Into Your Higher Self

[43:10] How Cellular Medicine Improves the Way We Age

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