The Authentic Longevity Podcast

Drs. Mark and Michele Sherwood
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  • Health & Fitness
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Real conversations about living longer, healthier, and better. Drs. Mark and Michele Sherwood explore the science and strategies behind authentic longevity, from peptides, hormones, and biomarkers to metabolic health, detoxification, nutrition, and movement. With decades of clinical experience, they cut through the hype and break down complex health topics into clear, practical insights you can use to better understand your health, optimize how you feel, and take a more proactive approach to the years ahead. https://functionaldr.com

  1. 2d ago

    Lara Trump on Strength Training, Healthy Aging & Longevity

    Lara Trump joins Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele Sherwood for a conversation about fitness, strength, healthy aging, and what it takes to make your health a priority. Lara shares how she stays consistent with exercise while balancing a demanding life, why strength training matters for women as they get older, and how fitness supports both physical and mental health. They also discuss raising healthy kids, handling public scrutiny, staying grounded through faith and prayer, and the habits that help Lara live with purpose. Plus, Lara takes on a rapid-fire round covering workouts, weights vs. cardio, sauna, her favorite way to decompress, and what authentic longevity means to her.

    Lara Trump on Strength Training, Healthy Aging & Longevity

  2. Sep 25

    Testosterone: What You Need to Know About Hormones, Testing & Therapy

    What actually affects your testosterone levels? How do you know if your testosterone is low, which blood tests matter, and what should you know before considering testosterone therapy? In this episode of the Authentic Longevity Podcast, Dr. Mark Sherwood and Dr. Michele Sherwood take a deeper look at testosterone, hormone decline, testing, therapy, male fertility, and the role of testosterone in women. They discuss why total testosterone is only one part of the picture, the importance of free testosterone, SHBG and estradiol, and how stress, cortisol and environmental factors can affect testosterone production. The conversation also covers testosterone administration, fertility concerns, alternatives to testosterone therapy, the risks of excessive testosterone use for bodybuilding, testosterone and women’s health, supplements, and the importance of monitoring key blood markers during hormone therapy. Whether you’re trying to understand your testosterone levels, considering hormone therapy, or simply want to better understand how testosterone fits into long-term health, this episode breaks down the key questions and considerations. Listen to the Authentic Longevity Podcast for more conversations with Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele Sherwood on hormones, longevity, functional medicine, metabolic health and strategies for living stronger, healthier and longer. This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Testosterone and hormone therapy should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.

    Testosterone: What You Need to Know About Hormones, Testing & Therapy

  3. Sep 18

    Kevin Sorbo: From Hercules to Health & Longevity

    Kevin Sorbo is best known for playing Hercules, but his story goes far beyond the screen. In this episode of the Authentic Longevity Podcast, Dr. Mark Sherwood sits down with Kevin to talk about the health crisis that changed his life, his recovery from an aneurysm and four strokes, and how his approach to strength and fitness has evolved over the years. They also discuss sleep, stress, resilience, faith, family, listening to your body, and the lessons that come from being forced to look at health from a completely different perspective. For Kevin, authentic longevity comes down to being true to yourself. This is a conversation about what that looks like when life puts your strength, health, and perspective to the test.

    Kevin Sorbo: From Hercules to Health & Longevity

  4. Sep 14

    Peptides: Hype or Real?

    Peptides are everywhere right now, but what actually works, what's FDA-approved, and what's still experimental? Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele Sherwood break down the science, uses, and limitations of peptides, GLP-1s, retatrutide, BPC-157, TB-500, sermorelin, and tesamorelin, what they actually are, how they work, and where the real evidence stands. Drawing from more than 25,000 patient conversations, this episode covers the "Wolverine Stack," the difference between FDA-approved and experimental compounds, why sourcing and quality matter, and what the current research does and doesn't support. Subscribe to the Authentic Longevity Podcast for evidence-based conversations on functional medicine, longevity, and root-cause health with Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele Sherwood. This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace individualized medical advice.

    Peptides: Hype or Real?

  5. 11/06/2025

    Gut Bombshell: The Toxic Trio

    Dr. Mark and Michele reveal the “Gut Bombshell” — three common foods silently destroying health: gluten-containing grains, high-fructose corn syrup, and seed oils. These culprits disrupt gut bacteria, trigger leaky gut, and fuel inflammation, leading to fatigue, autoimmune issues, brain fog, and chronic pain. They unpack how America’s diet and government subsidies have magnified the problem, and share simple swaps to restore balance and vitality. Get a FREE copy of Health, Hope & Freedom: https://sherwood.tv/ For Kingdom Products visit: https://shop.fmidr.com/ Interested in becoming a patient? https://fmidr.com/plans/ Our privacy policy & disclaimer apply to this video. You can view the details here:https://fmidr.com/privacy-policy #GutHealth, #LeakyGut, #Autoimmune, #Inflammation, #SeedOils, #GlutenFree, #SugarDetox, #HealthyLiving, #NutritionMatters, #DigestiveHealth, #FatigueFix, #WellnessJourney

    Gut Bombshell: The Toxic Trio

  6. 11/04/2025

    Liver Health Awakening

    Your liver is one of the body’s most vital and regenerative organs—yet often the most neglected. Dr. Mark and Michele reveal how fatigue, brain fog, and inflammation often trace back to liver overload from poor diet, toxins, and stress. They explain how simple changes—nutrient-rich foods, hydration, movement, and regular detoxing—restore balance and energy. Learn how caring for your liver supports your whole-body vitality, both physically and spiritually. Get a FREE copy of Health, Hope & Freedom: https://sherwood.tv/ For Kingdom Products visit: https://shop.fmidr.com/ Interested in becoming a patient? https://fmidr.com/plans/ Our privacy policy & disclaimer apply to this video. You can view the details here:https://fmidr.com/privacy-policy #LiverHealth, #DetoxNaturally, #MetabolicHealth, #HolisticWellness, #MindBodySpirit, #FaithAndHealth, #HealthyLiving, #NaturalHealing, #FatigueFix, #CleanEating, #WellnessJourney, #HealthRestoration

    Liver Health Awakening

  7. 10/30/2025

    Train Your Hormones

    This episode explains heat-shock proteins and practical ways to trigger them—sauna, brief cold exposure (50–60°F for 1–5 minutes), short intense exercise, intermittent fasting, and phytochemicals like curcumin and broccoli-sprout–derived sulforaphane. Hosts connect HSPs and daily habits to hormone balance, noting how ultra-processed carbs and chronic stress drive insulin, cortisol, thyroid, and leptin dysregulation. Takeaways: clean up nutrition, test—not guess—when symptoms persist, and start the day with a protein-forward breakfast instead of sugar. Get a FREE copy of Health, Hope & Freedom: https://sherwood.tv/ For Kingdom Products visit: https://shop.fmidr.com/ Interested in becoming a patient? https://fmidr.com/plans/ Our privacy policy & disclaimer apply to this video. You can view the details here:https://fmidr.com/privacy-policy #HeatShockProteins, #ColdPlunge, #SaunaTherapy, #HIIT, #IntermittentFasting, #HormoneHealth, #InsulinResistance, #CortisolBalance, #ThyroidSupport, #LeptinResistance, #MetabolicHealth, #ProteinFirst

    Train Your Hormones

  8. 10/28/2025

    Reset Your Rhythm

    This episode explores how light exposure, sleep patterns, and daily habits influence hormone balance, metabolism, and emotional resilience. Dr. Mark and Michele explain why early morning sunlight signals the brain to elevate cortisol at the right time, improving fat burning and regulating mood. They discuss how artificial light at night disrupts melatonin and sleep quality, leading to weight gain and stress. Practical takeaways include getting sunlight first thing, reducing evening screen glow, cooling the bedroom, and using calming music to shift the nervous system. Get a FREE copy of Health, Hope & Freedom: https://sherwood.tv/ For Kingdom Products visit: https://shop.fmidr.com/ Interested in becoming a patient? https://fmidr.com/plans/ Our privacy policy & disclaimer apply to this video. You can view the details here:https://fmidr.com/privacy-policy #CircadianRhythm, #HormoneHealth, #CortisolBalance, #MorningSunlight, #SleepHygiene, #Melatonin, #MetabolicHealth, #StressRecovery, #NaturalHealing, #HealthyHabits, #MindBodyConnection, #HolisticWellness

    Reset Your Rhythm
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Real conversations about living longer, healthier, and better. Drs. Mark and Michele Sherwood explore the science and strategies behind authentic longevity, from peptides, hormones, and biomarkers to metabolic health, detoxification, nutrition, and movement. With decades of clinical experience, they cut through the hype and break down complex health topics into clear, practical insights you can use to better understand your health, optimize how you feel, and take a more proactive approach to the years ahead. https://functionaldr.com

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  • Creator
    Drs. Mark and Michele Sherwood
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    294
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Functional Medical Institute
  • Show Website
    The Authentic Longevity Podcast

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