The Vibrant Wellness Podcast

The Vibrant Wellness podcast is your go-to resource for all things functional wellness. Produced by Vibrant Wellness, a leader in functional lab testing and clinical research, this podcast is packed with insightful interviews, clinical insights, and researched-backed strategies to empower wellness professionals to deliver the best possible outcomes for their patients. With its innovative approach and commitment to scientific rigor, the Vibrant Wellness Podcast is an essential listen for anyone interested in the intersection of root cause healthcare and biotechnology.

The Vibrant Wellness Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Vibrant Wellness, with 173 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Vibrant Wellness hosts The Vibrant Wellness Podcast, a health show with 173 episodes published.

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  Episode #148

  The Longevity Mindset: Compassion, Curiosity, and Connection | Dr. Tamsin Lewis, MD

  Sep 23, 202630 min

  Dr. Tamsin Lewis joins the show to discuss the mindset behind longevity and why flourishing requires more than productivity or physical optimization. Together, we explore how compassion, curiosity, connection, and time spent outside the ego can support a more expansive approach to living well. We dive into: Why productivity can become an addiction The value of cultivating deep relationships How forgiveness contributes to personal well-being Why meaningful connection is not a waste of time Moving beyond the pressure to constantly produce What it means to spend time outside of the ego Breathwork and group exercise as pathways to connection Why compassion is central to a longevity mindset Replacing rigidity with curiosity and flexibility Viewing longevity as flourishing, expansion, and connection Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Meet Dr. Tamsin Lewis, MD 01:48 Emotional Health and Longevity 04:48 Why Community and Connection Matter 07:18 Achievement, Productivity, and Modern Life 09:08 Bioharmony vs. Biohacking 11:21 Activating the Parasympathetic Nervous System 12:38 Building Emotional Resilience 15:09 Loneliness, Technology, and Lost Connection 19:06 Trauma, Safety, and the Nervous System 23:33 Neuroplasticity and the Capacity to Change 25:19 A Whole-Person Approach to Health 26:40 Three Practical Ways to Build Resilience 29:15 How to Cultivate a Longevity Mindset 29:53 Closing Thoughts Dr. Alex Carrasco, MD https://nourishmedicine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dralexcarrasco/ Dr. Tamsin Lewis, MD https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtamlewis/ https://wellgevity.com/ https://www.rebornelongevity.com/ Do you use lab testing to get to the root cause of patient health issues? Vibrant Wellness offers the largest selection of advanced specialty lab solutions, and it's free to sign up! If you're a practitioner, sign up here: https://portal.vibrant-wellness.com/#/sign-up to order, manage, and track results from dozens of precise lab tests. Are you a patient? Achieve your health goals faster with advanced root-cause lab testing. Sign up here to get connected to a Vibrant provider: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/Signup/Patient ✨ Like , subscribe , and share this episode if you’re ready to take charge of your hormones and feel vibrant again! Follow Us: Instagram: / vibrantwellness LinkedIn: / vibrantwellness Contact Us: support@vibrant-wellness.com Disclaimer: All content from Vibrant Wellness, including but not limited to YouTube videos, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services or advice, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on the channel, podcast, or other content linked from this channel or podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this channel is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Email us at: podcast@vibrant-wellness.com

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  Episode #147

  Why “Normal for Your Age” Shouldn’t Be the Goal | Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, MD, FACC

  Sep 16, 202635 min

  Dr. Jeffrey Gladden joins the show to discuss longevity, healthy aging, nervous system health, and what it means to live young for a lifetime. Together, we explore why feeling unwell should not automatically be accepted as a normal part of aging, how clinicians can look beyond symptoms to address deeper drivers of health, and why curiosity, purpose, performance, and daily habits all matter for a longer, more vibrant life. We dive into: Why “normal for your age” should not always be the goal The difference between lifespan, healthspan, and staying useful Dr. Gladden’s five-circle approach to longevity Looking beyond symptoms to address the root cause of the root cause How the nervous system supports strength, balance, agility, and performance The connection between stress, vagal tone, the brain, and the body How clinicians can begin incorporating longevity medicine into practice Why personalized data and emerging technology could transform patient care Simple lifestyle changes that can support healthy aging How daily habits become rituals and ultimately shape identity The role of curiosity, play, joy, and purpose in living young for a lifetime Chapters 00:00 Meet Dr. Jeffrey Gladden 00:42 How “How Good Can I Be?” Changed His Approach to Aging 02:24 Why “Normal for Your Age” Shouldn’t Be the Goal 03:38 What Age Do You Want to Be for the Rest of Your Life? 05:34 What Does Longevity Really Mean? 06:30 Why Staying Useful Matters More Than a Number 07:13 A 30-Year-Old Body and a 300-Year-Old Mind 08:44 Curiosity, Wisdom, and a Growth Mindset 10:34 The Five Circles of Longevity 10:59 Addressing the Root Cause of the Root Cause 11:39 Using Advanced Testing to Build a Broader Health Picture 12:20 Building Strength, Agility, and Lifelong Performance 13:16 Why Training the Nervous System Matters 14:01 Designing Your Environment to Support Longevity 15:09 Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Health 16:56 Measuring and Strengthening the Vagus Nerve 18:39 Training the Entire Nervous System 19:56 Alcohol, Travel, Sleep, and Healthy Habits 21:19 How Clinicians Can Enter the Longevity Space 24:13 Advice for the Next Generation of Physicians 25:33 Why Longevity Medicine Requires Curiosity 26:51 The Future of Personalized Medicine and Quantum Computing 28:23 Simple Ways to Begin Supporting Longevity 29:37 How Healthy Habits Become Part of Your Identity 30:32 Rediscovering Play, Movement, and Joy 31:37 Letting Go of Perfection and Trying Something New 33:11 Final Takeaways Dr. Alex Carrasco, MD https://nourishmedicine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dralexcarrasco/ Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, MD, FACC https://www.gladdenlongevity.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jeffgladden_md/ Do you use lab testing to get to the root cause of patient health issues? Vibrant Wellness offers the largest selection of advanced specialty lab solutions, and it's free to sign up! If you're a practitioner, sign up here: https://portal.vibrant-wellness.com/#/sign-up to order, manage, and track results from dozens of precise lab tests. Are you a patient? Achieve your health goals faster with advanced root-cause lab testing. Sign up here to get connected to a Vibrant provider: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/Signup/Patient ✨ Like , subscribe , and share this episode if you’re ready to take charge of your hormones and feel vibrant again! Follow Us: Instagram: / vibrantwellness LinkedIn: / vibrantwellness Contact Us: support@vibrant-wellness.com Disclaimer: All content from Vibrant Wellness, including but not limited to YouTube videos, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services or advice, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on the channel, podcast, or other content linked from this channel or podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this channel is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Email us at: podcast@vibrant-wellness.com

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  Episode #145

  Beyond Longevity Hype: Building a Foundation for Lifelong Vitality | Jack Kreindler, MD

  Aug 26, 202622 min

  Dr. Jack Kreindler joins the show to discuss longevity, human performance, physiological medicine, and what it truly takes to preserve vitality as we age. Together, we explore why longevity should go beyond disease prevention and quick fixes to focus on building the physical capacity, resilience, and independence needed to thrive throughout life. We dive into: Redefining longevity around vitality, healthspan, and physiological capacity What extreme environments and human performance science can teach us about aging Using VO2 max, body composition, and functional assessments to understand health trajectories Why treating everyday patients more like athletes can support long-term performance Building strength, mobility, and resilience to maintain independence with age Why foundational physiology should come before peptides and other longevity interventions GLP-1s, emerging therapies, and the importance of thoughtful risk management The limitations of quick fixes and longevity trends popularized on social media How clinicians can incorporate performance science and physiological medicine into patient care Why preserving physical and cognitive function is central to a meaningful approach to longevity Chapters 00:00 Meet Dr. Jack Kreindler 00:37 Redefining What Longevity Really Means 01:27 What Extreme Environments Teach Us About Human Performance 02:20 Can We Have the Physiology of a 60-Year-Old at 90? 02:47 Moving Beyond Disease Prevention 03:15 Using Performance Testing to Optimize Health 04:51 Treating Patients Like Athletes 05:22 Understanding VO2 Max and Physiological Capacity 06:08 Setting Goals for Lifelong Vitality 07:06 Recognizing Your Health Trajectory Before It Declines 07:40 Measuring Body Composition, Strength & Function 08:48 Finding the Physiological Barriers to Better Health 09:44 Training the Body for Long-Term Resilience 10:11 Peptides, Pharmaceuticals & Longevity Technology 11:10 Why Cutting-Edge Treatments Need a Strong Foundation 12:49 Why There Are No Shortcuts to Longevity 14:55 GLP-1s, Muscle Mass & Responsible Use 16:18 The Risks of Longevity Hype on Social Media 18:03 Advice for Clinicians Entering Longevity Medicine 19:09 Preserving Healthspan Through Physiological Medicine 20:24 Where to Learn More About Dr. Jack Kreindler Dr. Alex Carrasco, MD https://nourishmedicine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dralexcarrasco/ Dr. Jack Kreindler, MD https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackkreindler/ https://wellfounded.health/ Do you use lab testing to get to the root cause of patient health issues? Vibrant Wellness offers the largest selection of advanced specialty lab solutions, and it's free to sign up! If you're a practitioner, sign up here: https://portal.vibrant-wellness.com/#/sign-up to order, manage, and track results from dozens of precise lab tests. Are you a patient? Achieve your health goals faster with advanced root-cause lab testing. Sign up here to get connected to a Vibrant provider: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/Signup/Patient ✨ Like , subscribe , and share this episode if you’re ready to take charge of your hormones and feel vibrant again! Follow Us: Instagram: / vibrantwellness LinkedIn: / vibrantwellness Contact Us: support@vibrant-wellness.com Disclaimer: All content from Vibrant Wellness, including but not limited to YouTube videos, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services or advice, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on the channel, podcast, or other content linked from this channel or podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this channel is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Email us at: podcast@vibrant-wellness.com

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  Episode #144

  The Root Causes of SIBO and Chronic Gut Issues | Angela Pifer, FMN

  Aug 19, 202630 min

  Angela Pifer joins the show to discuss SIBO, digestive dysfunction, the gut-brain connection, and why lasting gut health requires looking beyond symptoms to uncover the underlying drivers. Together, we explore how stress, nervous system dysregulation, infections, diet, lifestyle, and environmental factors can influence digestion and why a personalized, root-cause approach is essential for breaking the cycle of recurring gut issues. We dive into: SIBO symptoms and why bacterial overgrowth is often a downstream issue Why identifying root causes matters before jumping into treatment The role of stomach acid, digestive function, and nutrient deficiencies in gut health Stress, trauma, the vagus nerve, and the gut-brain connection Why repeated rounds of antibiotics may not resolve recurring digestive symptoms IBS, leaky gut, and the importance of looking at the bigger clinical picture Restrictive diets, food reintroduction, and rebuilding tolerance to foods like beans and FODMAPs How slowing down, chewing thoroughly, and eating in a relaxed state can support digestion Circadian rhythm, sleep, movement, muscle mass, and other foundations of long-term health Social connection, creativity, and joy as overlooked components of overall wellness Alcohol's impact on the gut, inflammation, sleep, and the body's ability to process toxins Why simplifying treatment and addressing upstream drivers can lead to more sustainable gut health Chapters 00:00 Meet Angela Pifer, the “SIBO Guru” 01:11 SIBO Symptoms and What to Look For 02:10 Looking Beyond SIBO to Find the Root Cause 04:01 Where Practitioners Should Start With Testing 07:26 Stress, the Vagus Nerve, and Digestive Health 10:16 Leaky Gut, IBS, and Recurring Symptoms 11:37 Why Treating SIBO Alone May Not Be Enough 13:04 The Problem With Repeated Antibiotic Treatment 13:46 What to Do When SIBO Keeps Coming Back 15:30 Restrictive Diets, FODMAPs, and Food Reintroduction 18:13 How Slowing Down and Chewing Supports Digestion 20:42 Longevity Tools vs. Foundational Health Habits 21:48 Social Connection, Creativity, and Gut Health 23:48 How Alcohol Affects the Gut and Microbiome 25:59 Simplifying Gut Health and Addressing Root Causes 27:56 Where to Find and Work With Angela Pifer Dr. Brooke Stubbs, MD https://www.instagram.com/brookiestubbsmd https://www.rootedfemme.com/ Angela Pifer, FMN https://siboguru.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sibo.guru Do you use lab testing to get to the root cause of patient health issues? Vibrant Wellness offers the largest selection of advanced specialty lab solutions, and it's free to sign up! If you're a practitioner, sign up here: https://portal.vibrant-wellness.com/#/sign-up to order, manage, and track results from dozens of precise lab tests. Are you a patient? Achieve your health goals faster with advanced root-cause lab testing. Sign up here to get connected to a Vibrant provider: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/Signup/Patient ✨ Like , subscribe , and share this episode if you’re ready to take charge of your hormones and feel vibrant again! Follow Us: Instagram: / vibrantwellness LinkedIn: / vibrantwellness Contact Us: support@vibrant-wellness.com Disclaimer: All content from Vibrant Wellness, including but not limited to YouTube videos, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services or advice, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on the channel, podcast, or other content linked from this channel or podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this channel is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Email us at: podcast@vibrant-wellness.com

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  Episode #143

  How Dopamine Shapes Cravings, Anxiety & Behavior | Kyle Bills, PhD

  Aug 12, 202624 minS1

  Dr. Kyle Bills joins the show to explore the neuroscience of dopamine, anxiety, addiction, and the emerging role of non-pharmacological interventions in supporting brain health. Together, we discuss how targeted vibrational stimulation may influence neurological pathways involved in reward, craving, and behavior and how this technology could complement existing therapies to support more effective, personalized care. We dive into: How dopamine and GABA interact within the brain’s reward and learning pathways Why dopamine is more than a “feel-good” neurotransmitter and how it shapes behavior The neuroscience behind cravings, addiction, and withdrawal How targeted vibrational stimulation may influence dopamine-related brain circuitry What clinical research is showing about anxiety and substance use recovery How non-pharmacological interventions may complement cognitive behavioral therapy and other standards of care The potential role of this technology in supporting sleep, cravings, and behavioral change The future of neuroscience-driven, non-pharmacological approaches to mental and neurological health Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Meet Dr. Kyle Bills 00:51 – The Science Behind NeuroNova 03:00 – Dopamine, Addiction & Withdrawal 06:32 – How Vibrational Stimulation Works 06:57 – Understanding GABA & Dopamine 10:34 – Supporting Addiction Recovery & Anxiety 14:40 – The Neuroscience of Anxiety & Negative Thinking 17:21 – Clinical Outcomes & Reducing Anxiety 18:17 – Social Media, Cravings & Behavioral Addiction 20:40 – Clinical Applications & Future Research 21:19 – Sleep & Non-Pharmacological Support 22:12 – Where to Learn More About NeuroNova Dr. Alex Carrasco, MD https://nourishmedicine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dralexcarrasco/ Dr. Kyle Bills, PhD https://www.instagram.com/drkylebills/ https://migraineandneurorehabcenter.com/ https://choosecove.com/ Do you use lab testing to get to the root cause of patient health issues? Vibrant Wellness offers the largest selection of advanced specialty lab solutions, and it's free to sign up! If you're a practitioner, sign up here: https://portal.vibrant-wellness.com/#/sign-up to order, manage, and track results from dozens of precise lab tests. Are you a patient? Achieve your health goals faster with advanced root-cause lab testing. Sign up here to get connected to a Vibrant provider: https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/Signup/Patient ✨ Like , subscribe , and share this episode if you’re ready to take charge of your hormones and feel vibrant again! Follow Us: Instagram: / vibrantwellness Facebook: / vibrantamerica LinkedIn: / vibrantwellness Contact Us: support@vibrant-wellness.com Disclaimer: All content from Vibrant Wellness, including but not limited to YouTube videos, is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services or advice, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on the channel, podcast, or other content linked from this channel or podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this channel is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Email us at: podcast@vibrant-wellness.com

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