Live Beyond the Norms

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  Why Aging Accelerates Instead of Moving in a Straight Line | Dr. Jeffrey Gladden 14.08.2026 1j

  As you get older, you start to notice that aging doesn't move at a steady pace. It picks up speed. And the tools most people reach for to fight it - peptides, hormones, the usual stack - are built to fix a problem that moves in a straight line. A top interventional cardiologist for decades, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden watched his health collapse in his 50s. When a doctor chalked it up to age and offered an antidepressant, he spent two and a half years rebuilding his biology from scratch instead, and that process became the foundation of everything he does now. Dr. Gladden built a five-part system around that idea, one that treats aging as something to get ahead of rather than patch after the fact.  "The body can't heal when it's stressed. The body ages more rapidly when it's stressed." ~ Dr. Jeffrey Gladden Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned 100 Is the New 30: How Playing the Symphony of Longevity Will Enable Us to Live Young for a Lifetime by Dr. Jeffrey Gladden: https://www.amazon.com/100-NEW-30-SYMPHONY-LONGEVITY/dp/1636801870 BrainTap: https://braintap.com/ About Dr. Jeffrey Gladden Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, FACC, is a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, cardiology, and interventional cardiology with over 40 years of medical experience. He is the founder of Gladden Longevity and Advanced Performance Center in Dallas, Texas, and the author of 100 Is the New 30: How Playing the Symphony of Longevity Will Enable Us to Live Young for a Lifetime. Prior to his longevity work, he built an extensive interventional cardiology career, co-founding a heart hospital and holding board positions with several medical device companies. He also hosts the Gladden Longevity podcast. Connect with Dr. Jeffrey Gladden Website: https://www.gladdenlongevity.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffgladden_md/  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  50% of Sudden Cardiac Deaths Happen With No Warning | Dr. Kevin White 11.08.2026 1j 2mnt

  In America, sudden cardiac death kills roughly 300,000 to 400,000 people every year. And in nearly half of those cases, there was no diagnosed heart disease beforehand. Meaning, the person looked fine right up until they weren't. Dr. Kevin White spent over two decades in the emergency room watching that pattern repeat itself, treating people his age for problems that had been building for years without anyone catching them. That shift is what pushed him out of reactive medicine and into a practice built around finding what's wrong before it becomes an emergency. His approach starts with a full diagnostic workup instead of a guess, pulling bloodwork, body composition scans, and metabolic markers most doctors never order. From there, he gets into peptides, rapamycin, and PCSK9 inhibitor therapy, and how each one plays a role in his patients' longevity plans. "I just met a guy who's 88 and goes heli skiing six, seven times a year. I want to live like that." ~ Dr. Kevin White Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned Eight Sleep: https://www.eightsleep.com/ About Dr. Kevin White Dr. Kevin White is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over two decades of clinical experience and the founder of Prime Health Associates. After years of treating acute crises in the ER, he shifted his focus toward identifying and addressing the underlying causes of chronic disease before they become emergencies. He hosts The Daily Apple Podcast and works with patients nationwide on metabolic health, hormone optimization, and longevity-focused care. Connect with Dr. Kevin White Website: https://www.primehealthassociates.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwhitemd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-white-m-d-89746b110/ Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  What Happens Inside Your Body After a Stem Cell Injection | Dr. Jeff Gross 07.08.2026 1j 4mnt

  In the early 80s, a 14-year-old picked up a magazine and read an article that said if you want a Lamborghini, you should become a neurosurgeon. And if you want more than that, become an entrepreneur. Jeff Gross wanted more than one. After becoming a board-certified neurosurgeon, he spent decades in the operating room before deciding surgery wasn't always the answer he wanted to give his patients. Now, he runs Recellebrate, a regenerative medicine practice built around helping people heal without going under the knife. Most people think stem cells rebuild damaged tissue directly. Jeff explains why that's not quite right. He also walks us through a disc regeneration therapy he's preparing to launch. And most interestingly, he explains how he became the "Stem Cell Whisperer.” "Your exercise doesn't forgive bad behavior with your diet." ~ Dr. Jeff Gross, MD Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 About Dr. Jeff Gross, MD Dr. Jeff Gross, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with a fellowship in spinal biomechanics and over three decades of clinical experience. He completed his undergraduate studies at UC Berkeley and earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Known as "The Stem Cell Whisperer," he is the founder of Recellebrate, a regenerative medicine practice specializing in stem cell-derived therapies, exosomes, and peptide treatments as alternatives to surgery. He maintains active spine practices in Henderson, Nevada, and Newport Beach, California, and is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Connect with Dr. Jeff Gross, MD Website: https://recellebrate.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifixspines/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-gross-md-5605605/ Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  The Heart Disease Risk Your Cholesterol Test Misses | Christopher Davis, MD 04.08.2026 1j 9mnt

  For decades, if your cholesterol number came back anywhere below 200, your doctor would tell you it's clear. That's supposed to mean you don't have to worry about a heart attack. As Dr. Christopher Davis explains, not quite. A low number doesn't rule out a blockage. Even if you feel fine, your arteries might not be clean, and that alone could put you on a path toward a heart attack you never saw coming. We examine results from one of Dr. Davis's patients who had a cholesterol reading around 115, was in good shape, and looked as healthy as could be on paper. Over the next year, his plaque doubled, traced back to pesticide exposure from a house he'd just moved into next to a golf course. We also get into why a genetic marker called APOE4 can make a keto diet dangerous for certain people, and why a calcium score of zero doesn't mean the arteries are clear. "You can have a 20% blockage and have a heart attack tomorrow." ~ Christopher Davis, MD Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned Liquivida: https://www.liquivida.com/  Humann: humann.com  Reveal Vitality: revealvitality.com  About Christopher Davis, MD Dr. Christopher Davis trained at Duke University, Eastern Virginia Medical School, and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins/Sinai Hospital, where he served as Chief Medical Resident, followed by a cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Virginia. He is a triple board-certified integrative interventional cardiologist and the founder and CEO of Reveal Vitality and Longevity Institute in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Davis also serves as Chief Cardiologist at Humann and Chief Medical Officer at Liquivida, and has been named a "Top Doctor" by Castle Connolly Medical and U.S. News & World Report. Connect with Christopher Davis, MD Website: https://christopherdavismd.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cjdavismd  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-davis-md-facc-04429a103  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  Why Some World Cup Athletes Are Using GLP-1s | Ashley Koff, RD 31.07.2026 1j 9mnt

  If you have talked about weight in the last few years, you’ve had to mention Ozempic, Mounjaro, or any other GLP-1. And of course, you had to agree that GLP-1s are the worst thing to happen to weight loss since someone convinced us that celery has negative calories. But are these medications really the villain everyone makes them out to be? Ashley Koff has been studying GLP-1 and GIP since 2004, long before Ozempic became a household name. She calls these medications hormone replacement therapy and builds her entire approach around that idea. During our conversation, Ashley discussed a client who lost 60 pounds on a GLP-1 and had to relearn her hormones to keep it off. Somewhere in that story is a scale that lies to you and a seven-day trick that can undo years of artificial sweeteners. "Weight loss is disempowering by design." ~ Ashley Koff, RD Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned Your Best Shot: The Personalized System for Optimal Weight Health, GLP-1 Shot or Not by Ashley Koff: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Best-Shot-Personalized-Health_GLP-1/dp/0063444186  Weight Health with Ashley Koff RD (Substack): https://ashleykoffrd.substack.com/  About Ashley Koff, RD Ashley Koff, RD, is a registered dietitian with over 25 years of experience in personalized nutrition, integrative health, and weight health. She is the founder of The Better Nutrition Program and the author of the USA Today bestseller Your Best Shot: The Personalized System for Optimal Weight Health, GLP-1 Shot or Not. Koff has worked with GLP-1 and GIP hormone research since 2004, well before GLP-1 medications entered the mainstream, and has consulted for companies including Procter & Gamble and Avon, as well as professional athletes. Connect with Ashley Koff, RD Website: https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleykoffapproved  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-koff/  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  How This Doctor Runs Three Miles and Benches 200 Pounds at 79 | Dr. Jerry Mixon 28.07.2026 1j 13mnt

  Doctors take an oath to care for their patients, but that care rarely extends to themselves.  Dr. Jerry Mixon spent 21 years as a country doctor delivering babies and setting bones, and by his late 40s, the job had slowly hollowed him out. He was depressed, overweight, exhausted, and watching his marriage fall apart under the hours. So he decided to test something on himself before he ever offered it to a patient: rebuild every major hormone back to where it stood in his twenties. Now, at 79, he runs three miles most mornings, benches 200 pounds, and still carries the hormone profile of a man half his age. "I don't want an extra 10 or 15 years in the nursing home." ~ Dr. Jerry Mixon Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned Dr. Jerry Mixon’s Book, Lifelong: https://www.amazon.com/LIFELONG-Stronger-Faster-Leaner-Smarter/dp/B0CST6DN8J  About Dr. Jerry Mixon Dr. Jerry Mixon is a board-certified family practice physician and founder of the Longevity Medical Clinic in the Puget Sound area of Washington. After 21 years as a rural country doctor, he shifted his focus to hormone optimization and longevity medicine and has since treated patients on comprehensive hormone therapy for over three decades. He is the author of Lifelong and hosts a weekly four-hour call-in radio show, Leading Edge Medicine, with a podcast of the same name launching soon. His clinic's medical team is licensed across 48 states and the District of Columbia. Connect with Dr. Jerry Mixon Website: https://www.longevitymedicalclinic.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longevitymedical  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@longevitymedicalclinic  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  Steroids Broke Her Bones Before She Became the Queen of Biohacking | Dr. Lauren Leiva 24.07.2026 1j 13mnt

  As a teenager, Lauren Leiva was diagnosed with Crohn's disease. The steroids doctors put her on broke her bones, changed the shape of her face, and left her looking sick. She was in and out of hospitals for years, treated by a system that was guessing as much as it was healing, and she remembers feeling like an experiment rather than a patient. That experience is the reason she built her entire practice around one idea: do no harm. Now known as "The Queen of Biohacking," Dr. Leiva works with everyone from stroke patients to NFL athletes. She also spends as much time warning people about what not to do to their bodies as she does teaching them what works. "Pain is an output of the brain. It's not an input." ~ Dr. Lauren Leiva Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  Neubie: https://www.neu.fit/  BrainTap: https://braintap.com/queen [free 30-day trial]  About Dr. Lauren Leiva Dr. Lauren Leiva is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of The ExerScience Center. Known widely as "The Queen of Biohacking," she has been featured by WTSP News, Voice of America, Tampa Bay Times, and Lifespanning Magazine. Dr. Leiva specializes in stroke recovery, spastic paraplegia, cerebral palsy, and gait rehabilitation for veterans and amputees. She runs a 36-week practitioner internship program and has authored two forthcoming books, Patient to Provider and Sexiness Is Not Just for Singles. Connect with Dr. Lauren Leiva  Website: https://www.theexersciencecenter.com/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/biohacker  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  Can Ketosis Be the Answer to Easy Weight Loss | Ben Azadi 21.07.2026 44mnt

  Health has been a sensitive topic in the United States for nearly half a century at this point. So the fact that 9 out of 10 Americans are not metabolically healthy is alarming, to say the least. While most people are unaware of this, those who are often try to fix the problem by changing their diet. Sure, that helps, but it usually misses the actual switch that needs to be flipped. And that switch is, of course, insulin. Ben Azadi, a returning guest, has spent years teaching people how to work with that switch instead of around it, and his answer isn't more restrictions. It's knowing when to go into ketosis, and just as importantly, when to come out. "Responsibility is your ability to respond to life." ~ Ben Azadi Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned Revised Version of “Keto Flex” by Ben Azadi — https://www.discover.hayhouse.com/ketoflexrevised-b3-replay/ About Ben Azadi Ben Azadi is a New York Times bestselling author, metabolic health expert, and founder of Keto Kamp. After losing 80 pounds and reversing his own health issues, he has spent over 16 years teaching metabolic flexibility through his books and coaching programs. He is the author of Metabolic Freedom, The Perfect Health Booklet, The Power of Sleep, and his latest release, Keto Flex. With a following of over 350,000 on Instagram and 1.3 million on YouTube, he has reached an estimated 100 million people with his work on fat loss and metabolic health. Connect with Ben Azadi Website: https://benazadi.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KetoKamp  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  Sitting or Smoking, Which Does More Damage to Your Health | Dr. Alan Rozanski 17.07.2026 1j

  Cigarette smoking rates have dropped to historic lows. High-quality generic statins are highly affordable. With all of the advanced diagnostics, effective medications, and a better overall understanding of cardiovascular risk, managing cholesterol is easier than ever. Yet, heart disease still causes roughly 1 in every 3 deaths in the US and is, in fact, the number one cause of death worldwide. For decades, Dr. Alan Rozanski kept seeing patients whose hearts were failing them in ways cholesterol numbers and stress tests couldn't explain. He stopped looking only at arteries and started looking at the whole person. Movement, mindset, emotion, connection, and purpose all shape a heart's health as much as anything on a chart. That search became the Six Domains of Health, the framework behind his career today. "When you're young, health is a gift. When you're older, it's an achievement." ~ Dr. Alan Rozanski Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 About Dr. Alan Rozanski Dr. Alan Rozanski is a cardiologist and Professor of Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he also serves as Director of Nuclear Cardiology at Mount Sinai Morningside. Over his career, he has become a leading voice at the intersection of cardiology, behavioral medicine, and lifestyle-driven disease prevention. He is the creator of the Six Domains of Health, a framework built to help people preserve vitality and long-term health beyond standard risk-factor management.  Connect with Dr. Alan Rozanski Website: https://alanrozanski.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanrozanski/  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  Poop Transfers AKA Fecal Microbiota Transfer (FMT) May Reverse Aging | Dr. Shaina Cahill 14.07.2026 1j 15mnt

  Nearly 12 million people are living with Parkinson's disease worldwide, and it's the fastest-growing neurological disorder on the planet. By 2050, that number is expected to more than double to 25 million cases.  Researchers are still racing to understand what actually triggers the disease long before a diagnosis ever happens. Shaina Cahill thinks the answer might start somewhere nobody's looking, and that's the gut. Years before a Parkinson's diagnosis, most patients already show the same GI issues, and she believes that's not a coincidence but an early warning sign we've been ignoring. Find out all that and much more in this episode. "About 70% of your immune system comes from your gut." ~ Shaina Cahill Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  Biome Breakthroughs (Novel Biome's podcast): https://novelbiome.com/podcast  About Shaina Cahill Dr. Shaina Cahill is the Director of Medical Communications and Affairs at Novel Biome, a company specializing in fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). She holds a master's and a PhD in neuroscience, the latter from the University of British Columbia, with research focused on memory, aging, and the neurological role of feeding hormones. With a decade of experience in the field, she works with physicians, researchers, and practitioners to advance the evidence-based use of FMT across gastrointestinal, neurological, immune, and longevity-related conditions. She also co-hosts Novel Biome's podcast, Buying Breakthroughs, where she and the company's CEO discuss emerging science in the gut health space. Connect with Shaina Cahill Website: https://novelbiome.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shainacahill/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/novel_biome/  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  Your Health May Not Be Optimal Because of this Ancient Survival Switch | Chris Mearns 10.07.2026 1j 4mnt

  About 75% of people are actively trying to cut down on or completely cut out sugar from their diet. That is not surprising, because sugar contributes to serious illnesses such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer. Unfortunately, cutting out every gram of added sugar might not be enough. Even if you manage to avoid sugar completely, your body will still produce fructose from stress, dehydration, alcohol, and high glycemic carbs. That is what Chris Mearns has spent years studying. Chris believes fructose is not just a dietary problem but a biological survival switch that modern life keeps permanently stuck in the on position. "You can give all the fructose you want to a cell, and it will keep taking it." ~ Chris Mearns Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  Nature Wants Us to Be Fat by Dr. Richard Johnson: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Wants-Us-Fat-Surprising/dp/1637740344  Sugar Shield by LIV3 Health: https://liv3health.com/pages/shop About Chris Mearns Chris Mearns is a metabolic researcher and founder of LIV3 Health, a company built around the role of fructose in chronic disease. He came to metabolic health through personal necessity, spending years studying fructose as a biological survival signal before co-authoring a preprint on the KHK-polyol axis. He developed Sugar Shield, a supplement targeting the fructose kinase pathway, and runs The Fructose Model on YouTube. Connect with Chris Mearns Website: https://www.livee3health.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismearns YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefructosemodel Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  How to Avoid Breaking a Hip as You Grow Older | Dr. John Neustadt 07.07.2026 58mnt

  A bone fracture happens roughly every 30 seconds. However, most people do not find out their bones are fragile until they are already on the floor. By then, the window to prevent it has usually been open for decades. For women, the lifetime risk of breaking a bone equals the combined risk of breast, uterine, and ovarian cancer. The bone density test most doctors rely on to catch this predicts less than half the people who will fracture. For men, it is even worse: closer to one in five Dr. John Neustadt is a naturopathic physician and researcher who has spent his career working out what medicine should be measuring instead. His book Fracture-Proof Your Bones is the result of that work. "If you tell me what your habits of diet and lifestyle are, I can predict with pretty good certainty what diseases you'll be suffering with in the decades to come." ~ Dr. John Neustadt Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  Fracture-Proof Your Bones by Dr. John Neustadt: https://a.co/d/0cJDkHSK Delivering Health podcast: https://nbihealth.com/podcast/ About Dr. John Neustadt Dr. John Neustadt is a naturopathic physician, researcher, and founder of Nutritional Biochemistry Inc (NBI), a supplement company he started in 2006. Elsevier, the world's largest medical publisher, recognized him as one of the top ten cited authors in the world. He has published five books, including the Amazon number one bestselling Fracture-Proof Your Bones, published more than 100 research reviews, and received more than a dozen US FDA Orphan Drug Designations for the potential treatment of rare diseases using natural products. He is a member of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation Corporate Advisory Roundtable and hosts the Delivering Health podcast. Connect with Dr. John Neustadt Website: https://www.nbihealth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnneustadt YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBIHealth Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  How a Keto Diet Can Potentially Help People Get Off Psychiatric Medications | Matthew Bernstein, MD 03.07.2026 1j 2mnt

  Dr. Bernstein is a clinical psychiatrist with 25 years of experience. But when two of his three sons developed autoimmune encephalitis, the conventional medicine he had trusted his entire career had almost nothing to offer. So he went out and found the answers himself. What Dr. Bernstein found made me so interested in sitting down and having a discussion with him. He believes depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder are not brain chemistry problems. Instead, he thinks these are metabolic disorders, and more surprisingly, that they could be treated with a relatively simple lifestyle change. Dr. Bernstein believes that going keto and introducing a strict workout regimen can treat conditions that most psychiatrists medicate and move on from. During our conversation, we talked about his sons, how ketosis bypasses brain insulin resistance, and how the upcoming studies could change psychiatry forever. "Exercise is a powerful way to treat depression" ~ Matthew Bernstein, MD Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  Consensus guidance paper, Frontiers in Nutrition (co-authored with Chris Palmer, Georgia Ede and others): https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2026.1749406/full About Matthew Bernstein, MD Dr. Matthew Bernstein is a clinical psychiatrist with 25 years of experience and a leading voice in metabolic psychiatry. He graduated summa cum laude from Columbia University, earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, and trained at MGH McLean, where he served as chief resident and later as assistant medical director of the schizophrenia and bipolar inpatient program. He lectures in psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, co-organized the first public conference on metabolic psychiatry, and founded Accord, an immersive program built around treating mental illness at its metabolic root. Connect with Matthew Bernstein, MD  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbernsteinmd/  Website: https://accordmh.com/  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  What Can We Learn From the Most Genetically Modified Human Alive? | Liz Parrish 30.06.2026 1j 30mnt

  In 2015, Liz Parrish flew to Colombia and let someone inject an untested gene therapy into her body 150 times. She texted her kids that she loved them before it started. When it was over, she went for nachos. Ten years later, her telomeres are longer than when she started, and she has taken 12 gene therapies in total. Her decade of self-experimentation has produced peer-reviewed data, a growing protocol of gene therapies, and a company training its sights on making biological aging optional. Our conversation goes over what it took to become patient zero and what gene therapy for aging looks like in practice today, among other things. "In order to survive the future of this planet, genetic modification for the species will be inevitable." ~ Liz Parrish Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  The Transhumanism Handbook edited by Newton Lee: https://www.amazon.com/Transhumanism-Handbook-Newton-Lee/dp/3030169197  About Liz Parrish Liz Parrish is the founder and CEO of BioViva Sciences USA Inc., a gene therapy company focused on extending healthy human lifespan. In 2015, she became the first person to undergo gene therapy to treat biological aging. She has since received 12 gene therapies and has published peer-reviewed data showing telomere lengthening over time. Liz is a founding member of the International Longevity Alliance and an affiliated member of the Complex Biological Systems Alliance. Her work has been covered by WIRED, The Guardian, and Ars Technica. Connect with Liz Parrish Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizlparrish  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizlparrish  Website: https://bioviva-science.com/ Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  You Can Fight Prostate Cancer Without Losing What Makes You a Man With Dr. Stephen Petteruti 26.06.2026 1j 17mnt

  Roughly 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Most will get a high PSA, go to a urologist, get a biopsy, and end up in surgery or radiation. A 15-year government-funded study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that none of it changed the death rate. Bringing that research to the table is Dr. Stephen Petteruti, a men's health physician with over 30 years in practice. He thinks there is a better way to handle prostate cancer that can keep men out of the operating room and their vitality intact. Prostate cancer is something almost every man will face a decision about. That is exactly why I wanted Dr. Petteruti on the show. We get into what the PSA test tells you and what your options are when the number comes back high. "There's nothing about us biologically that requires us to decay and wither before we die." ~ Dr. Stephen Petteruti Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  Fight Cancer Like a Man by Dr. Stephen Petteruti: https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Cancer-Like-Man-Breakthrough/dp/B0GP6JHQTQ  The ProtecT Trial, New England Journal of Medicine 2023: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2214122  The PIVOT Trial, New England Journal of Medicine: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32089359/  Intellectual Medicine: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com  About Dr. Stephen Petteruti Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified family physician with over 30 years of experience specializing in men's health, hormone optimization, and prostate care. He completed a fellowship in Anti-Aging, Metabolic, and Functional Medicine through A4M and runs Intellectual Medicine, a concierge practice in South Florida focused on longevity, cellular health, and prostate cancer management. He is the author of Fight Cancer Like a Man and the host of the Intellectual Medicine Podcast, where he challenges the standard biopsy-and-surgery approach to prostate cancer. Connect with Dr. Stephen Petteruti Website: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intellectualmedicine  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intellectualmedicine  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  Your Glasses Are Making Your Eyes Lazier and Vision Worse With Dr. Bryce Appelbaum 23.06.2026 1j 2mnt

  Every year, your prescription gets stronger. Every year, your optometrist hands you a new lens and sends you home. Nobody ever asks why it keeps changing. That's the question Dr. Bryce Appelbaum has been asking for two decades. The answer has nothing to do with your eyes. ​ Bryce and I get into why your prescription should not keep getting stronger every year, and what it means for your brain when it does. We talk about how he took his work from kids with learning delays all the way to the NBA, where he once convinced a team to draft a player whose visual cognition tested at a kindergarten level.  We also get into why so many kids diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia were never tested for the one thing that could explain everything. "Any brain, at any age, has the ability to enhance and optimize vision with the right type of work." ~ Dr. Bryce Appelbaum Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  ScreenFit: https://www.screenfit.com  About Dr. Bryce Appelbaum Dr. Bryce Appelbaum is a neuro-optometrist, TEDx speaker, and founder and CEO of MyVisionFirst, with locations in Bethesda and Annapolis, Maryland. A board-certified Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and Adjunct Clinical Professor at the Southern College of Optometry, he created Vision Performance Training to rewire the eye-brain connection for concussion recovery, learning delays, and sports performance. He has worked with hundreds of professional athletes, NBA draft picks, and Olympians. He founded ScreenFit, an online vision training program used by thousands worldwide. His work has been featured on USA Today, CBS, NBC, and the New York Times Sunday Magazine. Connect with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum Website: https://www.myvisionfirst.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbryceappelbaum YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drbryceappelbaum Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  How 140 Genes Can Tell You Everything About Your Health With Dr. Sam Shay 19.06.2026 1j 1mnt

  Most people think genetic testing is too complex, too expensive, or too tied to "you have the cancer gene." Dr. Sam Shay says you only need 140 genes out of your 20,000 to understand what's actually driving your health. ​ After nearly 200 episodes, Dr. Sam Shay is back on the show, picking up where we left off in our first conversation about how your genes shape the way your body handles food, stress, and inflammation. This time, we go deeper into the framework that took him from being chronically ill for over a decade to running a genetics lab himself. Sam and I get into the seven drivers of chronic disease, and why his "perfect" Mediterranean diet was making him sick until his DNA told him to eat differently. "Change your environment, not your willpower." ~ Dr. Sam Shay Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  Dr. Jensen's Guide to Better Bowel Care by Dr. Bernard Jensen: https://www.amazon.com/Jensens-Guide-Better-Bowel-Care/dp/0895295849 The DNA Decoded (use code GOLD100 for $100 off the Gold program): https://thednadecoded.com/ FitGenes USA: https://fitgenesusa.com/ Previous Episode with Dr. Sam Shay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tm1OdV5T7g About Dr. Sam Shay Dr. Sam Shay is a functional medicine practitioner specializing in genetics, longevity, and personalized health. He runs FitGenes USA, where he trains health coaches and clinicians to use genetic testing in their practices, and The DNA Decoded, a consumer program that turns genetic data into a personalized health roadmap. A chiropractor by training, he's spent over two decades designing functional tests and frameworks that simplify the complexity of biology into something patients can actually use. He's also a stand-up comedian whose show Neurospicy draws on his lived experience with Asperger's and ADHD. Connect with Dr. Sam Shay Website: https://drsamshay.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamshay/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tenpointwellness  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  How an Auditor Rewrote the Science of Gut Health and Brain Disease With Martha Carlin 16.06.2026 1j 6mnt

  Martha Carlin wasn't a scientist. She was an auditor at one of the largest accounting firms in the world. Then her husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 44. She couldn't just sit back and watch him succumb to it. So she set out to find what caused it. What followed was a 20-year-long second career. Within a month of throwing out the pantry and filtering the family's water, her husband's tremor was already retreating. He managed to stay off medication for years.  When she stumbled onto a book about the human microbiome a decade later, the pieces clicked into place. She quit her executive job at 50 to fund the research herself. Martha and I get into the moment she connected her husband's childhood antibiotics to his Parkinson's, and the probiotic that took his Parkinson's score from a 35 down to a 20. "We are more microbial than we are human." ~ Martha Carlin Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  My Search for the Perfect Poop by Martha Carlin: https://www.amazon.com/My-Search-Perfect-Poop-Medicine/dp/B0GR96GSBM  Connected: Love, Loss, and the Unseen Forces Behind Chronic Disease by Martha Carlin:  https://www.amazon.com/Connected-Unseen-Forces-Chronic-Disease-ebook/dp/B0GX2Y7WDK?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1  Missing Microbes by Dr. Martin J. Blaser: https://www.amazon.com/Missing-Microbes-Overuse-Antibiotics-Fueling/dp/0805098100  The BioCollective: https://thebiocollective.com/  Open Biome: https://www.openbiome.org/  About Martha Carlin Martha Carlin is a citizen scientist, microbiome researcher, and systems thinker who turned a 20-year corporate career into one of the most distinctive voices in gut health today. The founder of BiotiQuest and The BioCollective, she has spoken at the White House Microbiome Initiative, given a TEDx talk, and collaborated with researchers at the University of Chicago, Caltech, and University College Cork. She is the author of My Search for the Perfect Poop and Connected: Love, Loss, and the Unseen Forces Behind Chronic Disease, and she writes regularly at her Substack, Martha's Quest. Connect with Martha Carlin Website: https://biotiquest.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthacarlin/  Substack: https://www.marthasquest.com/  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  What 40 Days Without Food Reveals About the Human Body, With Casey Ruff 15.06.2026 1j

  In the 1960s, researchers had people fast for 40 days straight. They expected some of them to die. Instead, their bodies adapted. My guest this week, Casey Ruff, has spent nearly two decades helping people understand what's actually fueling their bodies, and most of what he's found runs against everything we've been taught. A metabolic health coach who came up through lab testing before going all in on low-carb and carnivore approaches, Casey joins me to explain why the carbs you've been told you need for energy might be the very thing holding you back. Casey and I talk about research that rewrote his thinking. Why nearly every diet eventually fails. And, most importantly, how your body is built to run on fat far better than you'd expect. "Every diet fails. You do a diet and sure, you're going to lose weight, but after a while, your cravings get bigger, and your energy starts to go down." ~ Casey Ruff Support the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned The Obesity Code by Dr. Jason Fung: https://www.amazon.com/Obesity-Code-Unlocking-Secrets-Weight/dp/1771641258 The Cholesterol Code: https://www.amazon.com/Cholesterol-Code-Jennifer-Isenhart/dp/B0GS8ZFCYN Toxic Superfoods by Sally K. Norton: https://www.amazon.com/Toxic-Superfoods-Oxalate-Overload-Sick/dp/0593139585 About Casey Ruff Casey Ruff is a metabolic health coach who has been a certified personal trainer since 2007 and has helped thousands of clients transform their health through movement, nutrition, and lifestyle. He came up running metabolic testing programs before specializing in low-carbohydrate, ketogenic, and carnivore approaches. After being laid off during the 2020 pandemic, he and his wife Bethany started Boundless Body, the coaching company they run together out of South Jordan, Utah, where he also hosts the Boundless Body Radio podcast. Connect with Casey Ruff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseyboundlessbody/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-ruff-38318a1b1/ Website: https://www.myboundlessbody.com/ Connect with Chris Burres Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.
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  The Woman Who Helped Jelly Roll Get Fit Without Ozempic With Danese Rexroad 12.06.2026 1j

  About a quarter of adults in the United States now take at least four prescriptions a day. Most of them take more. Yet outside of antibiotics, almost nothing on the shelf is meant to cure you. Closing that gap is what Danese Rexroad does. As Chief Clinical Officer at Ways2Well, she goes upstream of disease, asking why the body is breaking down rather than writing another script to cover it. Her belief is that the choices you make in your 30s and 40s decide whether you spend your 80s in the gym or in a nursing home.  We get into why perimenopause is hitting women in their 30s, and the bioidentical hormone study she says got it all wrong. She walks me through the trauma-room moment that flipped her thinking on the root cause. We also talk about her work with Jelly Roll, who walked in on 27 prescriptions and walked out on three. "The average American is on at least four prescriptions. None of those are curative." ~ Danese Rexroad Support the show and get 50% off olive oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and Spotify and let us know! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Resources Mentioned  ReviveRx Pharmacy: https://reviverx.com/  About Danese Rexroad Danese Rexroad, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a native Texan who earned her BSN from Lamar University and her MSN from Chamberlain University. She built her early career in emergency medicine, trauma, and reconstructive surgery before moving toward functional and preventive care. Functional medicine certified, she has spent the last decade focused on root-cause work in hormone optimization, peptide therapy, and regenerative medicine, and now leads the clinical team at Ways2Well. Connect with Danese Rexroad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saima_danese/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danese-rexroad-msn-fnp-c-08705b157/  Website: https://ways2well.com/  Connect with Chris Burres  Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/  Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres *Disclaimer* The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development. We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.