The DNA Talks Podcast

Dr. Krista Kostroman, Dr. Tracey Steady-Hardcastle, Dr. Lara Varden, Justin Harris

Welcome to the DNA Talks Podcast where we take on the mission of unlocking the code of your genetics. This season is all about you – upgrading your health not just on the surface, but down to the root cause. Join us, as your clinicians of The DNA Company investigate your DNA and beyond! Formerly the UNPILLED Podcast, the DNA Talks Podcast continues to be the innovative provider of  FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS SOLUTIONS for personalized and preventative health and wellness.

  1. Why Keto and Intermittent Fasting Don’t Work the Same for Women’s Hormones with Dr. Lisa Olszewski

    21 APR

    Why Keto and Intermittent Fasting Don’t Work the Same for Women’s Hormones with Dr. Lisa Olszewski

    In this deeply honest and empowering episode of The DNA Talks Podcast, Dr. Tracey Steady-Hardcastle sits down with Dr. Lisa Olszewski, chiropractor, naturopath, founder of the American Institute of Healthy Living, and host of Healthy Living Simple with Dr. Lisa. Dr. Lisa shares her personal health crisis—despite “doing everything right”—and how it reshaped her approach to nutrition, women’s hormones, ketogenic diets, intermittent fasting, and true wellness. This conversation explores why one-size-fits-all health advice fails, how women’s bodies differ biologically from men’s, and why listening to your body and your genetics matters more than following trends. If you’ve ever wondered why keto, fasting, or intense exercise worked for everyone else but left you exhausted, stuck, or unwell - this episode is for you. Here are the highlights of this episode: Why women cannot follow keto or fasting protocols the same way men doHow prolonged ketosis and extreme fasting can impair thyroid, adrenal, and reproductive healthWhat strategic carb cycling looks like for cycling vs. postmenopausal womenCommon intermittent fasting mistakes that stall progress or worsen symptomsHow chiropractic care impacts hormones, metabolism, and digestionWhy symptoms are warning signals—not problems to suppressHow to simplify healthy living without perfection or burnout If you wish to learn more from Dr. Lisa Olszewski, you may do so through the following channels: Podcast: Healthy Living Simple with Dr. Lisa O Website: https://healthylivingsimple.com/pages/dr-lisa-o______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3 Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    33 min
  2. Training the Immune System for Longevity: Beta‑Glucans, Biological Aging, and Resilient Health with Dr. Chris D'Adamo

    15 APR

    Training the Immune System for Longevity: Beta‑Glucans, Biological Aging, and Resilient Health with Dr. Chris D'Adamo

    The immune system plays a central role in how we age—but what if we could train it to work better over time? In this episode of The DNA Talks Podcast, Dr. Lara Varden welcomes Dr. Chris D’Adamo, PhD, epidemiologist and integrative medicine researcher, for an in‑depth conversation on beta‑glucans, trained immunity, and longevity‑focused health strategies. Dr. D’Adamo explains the critical difference between stimulating the immune system and modulating or training it, why not all beta‑glucans are created equal, and how specific forms influence natural killer cells, gut health, stress resilience, and biological aging pathways. The discussion also explores: Immune health and its link to aging, mood, and chronic diseaseThe gut‑brain‑immune connectionStress, recovery, and immune resilienceClinical insights on respiratory infections, autoimmunity, and detoxificationHow genetics and lifestyle together shape immune responseWith insights drawn from decades of research and recent clinical trial data, this episode offers a practical and empowering look at how immune optimization fits into precision, functional, and longevity medicine. Tune in to discover why immune health may be the foundation of a longer, healthier life. If you wish to learn more from Dr. Chris D'Adamo, you may do so through the following links: Ovation Lab Website: https://ovationlab.comResearch‑backed, beta‑glucan educational chatbot: https://www.betaglucan.com/BWH Labs: https://bwhlabs.com/______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    49 min
  3. The Missing Link in Thyroid Care: The Genetic Thyroid Clues Your Doctor Isn’t Testing For

    9 APR

    The Missing Link in Thyroid Care: The Genetic Thyroid Clues Your Doctor Isn’t Testing For

    Have you been told your thyroid labs are “normal,” yet you’re exhausted, gaining weight, foggy‑headed, or losing your hair? In this episode of The DNA Talks Podcast, Dr. Tracey Steady‑Hardcastle is joined by Dr. Amie Hornaman, “The Thyroid Fixer”, for a deep, empowering conversation on why conventional thyroid care fails so many women and what truly optimized, personalized treatment looks like. Dr. Amie Hornaman is the CEO and Founder of the Advanced Thyroid & Hormone Clinic, an international telehealth practice serving patients across the U.S. and parts of Canada. Known as The Thyroid Fixer, she is a hormone optimization specialist, educator, speaker, and host of The Thyroid Fixer Podcast. She is the author of The Thyroid Fix: The No‑Nonsense Guide to Fixing Fatigue, Fogginess, and Fat That Won’t Budge. Together, they explore the powerful roles of genetics, reverse T3, the forgotten thyroid hormone T2, autoimmune triggers like gluten, and why symptoms matter more than reference ranges.  If you wish to learn more from Dr. Amie Hornaman, you may do so through the following links: Preorder The Thyroid Fix (book) before May 12, 2026 at the https://thyroidfixbook.com to receive exclusive bonuses!Website: https://dramie.comPodcast: The Thyroid Fixer PodcastSupplements: FixxR Science‑Backed Formula Line (Thyroid Fixer & Metabolism Fixer)Community: Just Fix Your Thyroid (Facebook Group)______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3 Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    53 min
  4. Tantra for Emotional Healing: Nervous System Regulation, Self‑Love & the Science of Intimacy

    2 APR

    Tantra for Emotional Healing: Nervous System Regulation, Self‑Love & the Science of Intimacy

    In this powerful and deeply insightful episode, Dr. Tracey Steady‑Hardcastle sits down with Dominique D’Vita—registered nurse, certified Tantra educator, and trauma‑informed master coach—to explore the intersection of Tantra, nervous system healing, genetics, and soulful intimacy. Drawing from more than three decades in critical‑care nursing and her own powerful heart‑opening awakening, Dominique shares how Tantra’s ancient tools—breath, sound, movement, intention, and embodied presence—align with modern neuroscience to help us move from survival mode into healing, vitality, and self‑love. She explains how tantric practices awaken safety in the body, regulate stress responses, and restore our ability to feel, connect, and receive life more fully. Together, Tracey and Dominique dive into: How tantric healing reduces stress, supports oxytocin release, and helps regulate the nervous systemWhy slowing down, breathing deeply, and reconnecting with the body increases emotional resilienceHow intentional touch, presence, and self‑compassion can soften old wounds and repair inner safetyWays Tantra can support people healing from trauma, disconnection, or feeling shut downHow tantric practices help rebuild self‑trust, deepen relational connection, and expand personal growthIf you wish to learn more from Dominique D'Vita of Yes Tantra, you may do so through the following links: The mentioned quizzes in the interview can be found here: https://yestantra.com/relationship-quizzesWebsite: YesTantra.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YesTantra______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3 Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    57 min
  5. The Beauty of Change: Empowerment in Clothing, Healing, and Women's Health with Keira Kotler of Everviolet

    24 MAR

    The Beauty of Change: Empowerment in Clothing, Healing, and Women's Health with Keira Kotler of Everviolet

    How do the clothes we wear shape not only our comfort, but also our healing, identity, and empowerment as women? In this inspiring conversation, Krista sits down with Keira Kotler, founder of Everviolet, a company dedicated to creating intimate apparel that supports women through the many changing seasons of life. From breast cancer recovery to pregnancy, menopause, and beyond, Keira shares how garments can nurture both body and spirit, offering comfort, inclusivity, and empowerment. This episode explores the intersection of personalized medicine, women’s health, and clothing design, reminding us that healing is not only medical but also deeply personal and embodied. Key Topics Covered ✨ Keira’s Journey – From brand marketing to lingerie design after her own breast cancer diagnosis and bilateral mastectomy. ✨ The Birth of Everviolet – How the lack of supportive, feminine, and comfortable garments inspired her to create a new kind of intimate wear. ✨ Inclusivity in Design – Garments that accommodate reconstruction, prosthetics, asymmetry, surgical drains, and diverse body types. ✨ Fabric Matters – Why natural, breathable, and environmentally conscious fabrics are essential for healing and comfort. ✨ The Beauty of Change – EverViolet’s tagline and mission to support women through puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, illness, menopause, and beyond. ✨ Personalized Support – Free fit and style consultations, both in-person and virtual, to help women find their best fit. ✨ Community Storytelling – In Her Words, EverViolet’s journal series where women share their health and life journeys.If you wish to learn more from Keira Kotler and her company, Everviolet, check out the following links: Website: Use the code "DNATALKS20" for a 20% off discount at everviolet.com; you may also explore their community series, In Her Words: Journal series on their websiteContact: hello@everviolet.comInstagram: @everviolet ______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3 Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    30 min
  6. Let Food Be Thy Medicine: Ayurveda and Natural Food Healing for Women’s Health with Gita Vellanki

    17 MAR

    Let Food Be Thy Medicine: Ayurveda and Natural Food Healing for Women’s Health with Gita Vellanki

    “Every time we visited my grandmother in India, she went to the kitchen first before the pharmacy. Nine out of ten times, she came back with something that made us feel better.” -Gita Vellanki In this episode of DNA Talks, host Krista Kostroman sits down with Gita Vellanki, founder of Neeshi, a food-based wellness brand inspired by Ayurvedic traditions. Gita shares her personal journey from working in high tech to creating products that support women through hormonal transitions—from teenage years to perimenopause—using nutrient-dense foods instead of conventional hormone therapies. Together, Krista and Gita explore the intersection of Ayurvedic medicine, genetics, and functional nutrition, highlighting how food can act as medicine when used consistently and thoughtfully. They discuss the importance of empowered choice, the limitations of supplements, and how traditional wisdom aligns beautifully with modern genomic insights. Here are the highlights of this episode: 01:59 Background Story05:35 Ayurvedic Medicine07:06 Innate or Born Constitution09:55 Gita, Her Daughter, and the Kitchen13:46 The Role of the Clinician24:15 Leveraging Food as Medicine for People in Perimenopause and Menopause29:34 Gaps in the Medical Market If you wish to learn more from Gita Vellanki and her company, Neeshi, check out the following links: Website: Use the code "DNACO20" for a discount at https://neeshi.com/Instagram: @neeshiwellness, @shopneeshi______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3 Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    34 min
  7. The Spiral of Growth: Evolved NLP, Trauma Awareness & Values Levels with Kelley Oswin and Laura Slinn of New Avalon

    5 MAR

    The Spiral of Growth: Evolved NLP, Trauma Awareness & Values Levels with Kelley Oswin and Laura Slinn of New Avalon

    What if the very behaviors you judge in yourself and others are not flaws at all, but echoes of subconscious programming and unresolved trauma waiting to be understood? In this thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Tracey Steady-Hardcastle sits down with Kelley Oswin and Laura Slinn of New Avalon to explore their unique approach to Evolved Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Together, they unpack how subconscious programming, trauma awareness, and values levels shape human behavior—and how practitioners can use these insights for healing, transformation, and sustainable coaching practices. Laura Slinn and Kelley Oswin are the co-founders of New Avalon, a graduate-level training platform for coaches, practitioners, and leaders ready to integrate advanced neuroscience, trauma-informed facilitation, and identity-level transformation into their work. With over 30 years of combined experience across clinical social work, applied neuroscience, creative direction, and values-level coaching, Laura and Kelley have worked with thousands of individuals through one-on-one mentorship, group coaching, live retreats, and practitioner certifications. They certify coaches and practitioners across multiple modalities and are known both for their ethical, evidence-informed approach and for the profound, miracle-driven results they help facilitate through deep subconscious and cellular-level transformation. They are co-authors of the best-selling books Evolved NLP and Is Coaching Your Calling?, and are widely respected for translating deep inner work into clear, embodied leadership. Their methodology blends neurosomatic tools, evolved NLP, and developmental theory to support the next generation of ethical, impact-driven practitioners. This conversation blends science, spirituality, and psychology, offering practical tools for coaches, healers, and anyone navigating personal growth in complex times. This episode is a must for anyone seeking: Tools to integrate trauma awareness into their practiceInsights into values levels and spiral dynamicsStrategies to avoid burnout and navigate high-functioning codependencyInspiration from two leaders blending science, spirituality, and psychologyExcitingly, Kelley and Laura are launching a brand-new course with our very own DNA University, bringing their evolved NLP framework and trauma-conscious coaching practices to a wider audience of learners and practitioners. If you wish to learn more from Kelley and Laura, check out the following links: Website: https://www.avalonempowerment.com/Instagram: @kelleyoswin, @laura_slinn______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcast The DNA Company Instagram: @thednaco The DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3 Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    43 min
  8. The 16‑Point Path to Chronic Illness and Wellness with Dr. Richard Horowitz

    24 FEB

    The 16‑Point Path to Chronic Illness and Wellness with Dr. Richard Horowitz

    In this deep‑dive conversation, Dr. Krista Kostroman and Dr. Richard Horowitz explore what may be one of the most comprehensive frameworks for understanding chronic disease today: Dr. Horowitz’s 16‑point MSIDS model (Multiple Systemic Infectious Disease Syndrome). Dr. Richard Horowitz is an internationally recognized physician practicing in Hyde Park, NY. He is an award-winning author of two bestselling books on Lyme disease and chronic illness, and co-author of the 2018 HHS Tick-borne Disease Working Group report to Congress. He has received humanitarian awards from the Turn the Corner Foundation and Project Lyme, has appeared on numerous local and national media outlets—including the Today show and Fox News, for his work on Lyme disease and COVID-19—and is now providing novel solutions for our climate emergency. Across 40+ years and 13,000+ chronically ill patients, Dr. Horowitz has repeatedly seen that chronic illness is never caused by just one thing. Instead, it’s the collision of infections, toxins, gut disruption, hormonal imbalance, immune dysregulation, and more. Together, they break down: Why the “one cause, one cure” medical model no longer fits modern chronic diseaseHow inflammation is the central biological event behind most conditionsWhy the same 16 factors appear across Lyme disease, long‑COVID, Alzheimer’s, autoimmune disease, mood disorders, metabolic disorders, and beyondThe role of genes and epigenetics in both illness and healingWhy younger and younger people now present with high inflammation markersHow we can meaningfully reverse disease trajectories — including cognitive declineWhat a future “Chronic Disease Center of Excellence” could look likeAnd why patient advocacy is reshaping the medical system more than ever beforeIf you wish to learn more from Dr. Richard Horowitz, check out the following links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drrichardhorowitz/Book Website: https://cangetbetter.com/ending-chronic-illness/Contact him at medical@hvhac.com______________________________________________________ Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below: The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcast The DNA Company Instagram: @thednaco The DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3 Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

    1hr 1min

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Welcome to the DNA Talks Podcast where we take on the mission of unlocking the code of your genetics. This season is all about you – upgrading your health not just on the surface, but down to the root cause. Join us, as your clinicians of The DNA Company investigate your DNA and beyond! Formerly the UNPILLED Podcast, the DNA Talks Podcast continues to be the innovative provider of  FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS SOLUTIONS for personalized and preventative health and wellness.

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