The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston Podcast

Dr. Marianne Pinkston
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Dr. Pinkston is working hard to create a new vision for health and wellness by re-entering the radio waves coming in April! Dr Pinkston is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio and of the Christus Santa Rosa family practice residency program. Graduating in 1997 and starting her clinical solo practice in 2000, Dr. Pinkston provided South Texas with the best general care in family practice until 2007 when she developed Rheumatoid Arthritis. Through diet, exercise, hormones, mind and body techniques she has regained her health and wants to help others discover their own path to wellness. She will have the local radio show with a national platform on Sirius XM and will have a podcast, blog and YouTube channel! Stay tuned as developments are happening EVERYDAY!    Bio Dr. Marianne Pinkston is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio and of the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Practice Residency Program. Graduating in 1997 and starting her clinical solo practice in 2000, Dr. Pinkston provided South Texas with the best general care in family practice until 2007 when she developed Rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a severe disabling inflammatory arthritis condition of all the joints that includes severe debilitating fatigue and other issues. Dr. Pinkston then began her journey into integrative and functional medicine where she has earned tens of thousands of hours in training and degrees in stem cell and peptide certification as well as anti-aging and regenerative medicine studies and in integrative medicine studies. Dr. Pinkston is a specialist of weight loss having her self gained up to 300 pounds and developed diabetes and high blood pressure, dr. Pinkston lost 162 pounds in a year and two months regaining her precious health. Dr. Pinkston also provides the best in hormone replacement therapy for men and women and treats autoimmune conditions as well as thyroid and diabetic and other inflammatory conditions. Dr. Pinkston is not limited to any certain disease or treatment style. Dr. Pinkston entered into the mass media scene in 2016 with KTSA 550 and the Dr Pinkston’s Radio Show and now has joined with KLUP-930 The Answer in San Antonio Texas where she will present many contemporary and integrative health topics as well as inspirational and guided life improvement topics and motivational speaking. Dr. Pinkston is a board of director and speaker for Global Pain Association having suffered chronic pain for 14 years and is the president of Pinkston Medical and Wellness Clinic under Total Care Physical Therapy And Rehab. She continues as a solo practitioner in San Antonio Texas treating all ages and men and women for all conditions. Dr. Pinkston is the premier specialist of Hormone Replacement Therapy and of wellness and anti-aging and is medical director of the Dolce Beauty and Laser medical spa. Dr. Pinkston has over 10,000 hours of teaching for medical students and Nurse Practitioner and physician assistants. She is extremely active in the community and in many philanthropic areas and continues in private practice. Dr. Pinkston is sponsored by PD labs in Austin Texas and join forces with pharmacist Ray Solano on Healthy Choices channel on Sirius XM and has developed a blog a podcast and a YouTube channel where you can find Dr. Pinkston at any time. Dr. Pinkston’s mission is to give patients and everyone everywhere the better life.

  1. 15h ago

    The Power of C60: Unlocking Cellular Health, Longevity, and Energy with Ken Schwartz

    Use code: PINKc60 https://shopc60.com/ Could a Nobel Prize–winning carbon molecule hold the secret to optimal cellular health, enhanced energy, and anti-aging? In this episode of The Better Life, host Dr. Pinkston is joined by Ken Swartz, founder of C60 Power, to explore the remarkable science behind Carbon 60 (C60). Discover how this unique molecule acts as a powerful superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase mimic within the mitochondria—the energy powerhouses of our cells. Ken shares his personal journey with C60, from protecting his research crew against radiation to witnessing incredible health turnarounds in retinal health, energy, and overall vitality. Tune in to learn how target mitochondrial support can help neutralize damaging free radicals, combat chronic inflammation, and boost your body’s natural capacity to heal and thrive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Aug 22

    Cognitive Health Breakthroughs, Ginsenosides & Thyroid Health Regulations

    In this episode of The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston, host Dr. Mary Ann Pinkston sits down with pharmacist Ray Solano from PD Labs to discuss cutting-edge integrative science and brain health solutions. They explore the neuro-regenerative properties of RG3 and RB1 ginsenosides, how nasal spray formulas are helping combat cognitive decline, and the role of Alpha-GPC and nicotinamide riboside in mitochondrial energy. Additionally, Dr. Pinkston and Ray break down critical updates regarding thyroid glandular availability, compounding pharmacy benefits, and off-label therapeutic solutions like VIP nasal spray for pulmonary hypertension and CIRS. Learn more about PD Labs: pdlabsrx.com Explore past episodes and resources with Dr. Pinkston: drpbetterlife.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Aug 15

    Metabolic Syndrome, Inflammation, & Cellular Health: Fighting Inactivity

    Sitting really might be the new smoking. In this episode of The Better Life with Dr. Pinkston, Dr. Mary Ann Pinkston sits down with Dr. Warren Lesser from Magna Pharmaceuticals to break down the severe, long-term health risks of a comfy, sedentary lifestyle. From metabolic syndrome and systemic chronic inflammation to sleep apnea and peripheral neuropathy, prolonged inactivity impacts far more than just your weight—it directly affects your cognitive function, cardiovascular system, and long-term vitality. Dr. Pinkston and Dr. Lesser walk through practical, science-backed strategies to break up sitting time, optimize daily movement, adopt anti-inflammatory nutrition patterns, and leverage high-efficacy, bioavailable supplementation (including L-methylfolate, active B12, and pure Omega-3s) to restore energy and protect your cellular health. Dr. Pinkston's Official Website & Podcasts: drpbetterlife.com Magna Pharmaceuticals: magnaweb.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Aug 8

    Rebel Health Alliance: Rejecting the Broken Healthcare System with John Goldman

    Join Dr. Pinkston as she sits down with John Goldman, founder and CEO of Rebel Health Alliance. John shares his journey from feeling chronically exhausted, pre-diabetic, and dependent on a CPAP machine to revitalizing his metabolic health and training to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Together, they discuss the limitations of traditional primary care, the power of deep-dive diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and alternative models like high-performance primary care paired with community health sharing. Key Topics Covered: The Broken Primary Care System: Why traditional insurance-driven models fail to catch early markers of metabolic dysfunction, visceral fat, and inflammation. Deep Diagnostics: How comprehensive testing—including DEXA scans, VO2 max, DNA analysis, and coronary calcium scores—forms the foundation for long-term vitality. Overcoming Obstructive Sleep Apnea: John's personal experience transitioning to a CPAP/BiPAP and eventually resolving his condition through weight loss and metabolic restoration. The Rebel Health Model: Combining full-time physicians, strength coaches, registered dietitians, and genetic counselors into a seamless, accessible care team. Ejecting from Insurance: How direct primary care paired with community-based health sharing offers financial protection without corporate middleman restrictions. Project Unreasonable: John’s public journey at age 50 to qualify for the Boston Marathon while showcasing human potential. Rebel Health Alliance: Explore high-performance primary care and longevity protocols at rebelhealthalliance.io Visit drpbetterlife.com to access show archives, guest links, and integrative health resources See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. Aug 1

    Understand Your True Identity with Dr. Jeremy Thompson

    Why do so many of us struggle with self-doubt, relationship friction, and negative self-talk? In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston is joined by Australian family physician and author Dr. Jeremy Thompson to discuss his new book, Understanding Your True Identity: Discover the Real You and Enjoy Healthier Relationships. Together, they dive deep into psychological health, exploring why we acquire negative thought patterns and how to break free from seeing ourselves as a "mixed bag" of flaws and strengths. Dr. Thompson shares actionable strategies from cognitive narrative and solution-based therapies to help you separate your true inner core from life’s baggage, rewire your mindset, and build healthier connections with the people in your world. In this episode, you’ll learn: The root cause of persistent negative inner voices and how to reframe them. How childhood experiences and social media impact our self-identity. Practical strategies to track daily mood triggers and break negative habits. How understanding your core identity leads to deeper empathy and forgiveness in relationships. Connect & Resources Learn more about Dr. Jeremy Thompson: understandyourtrueidentity.com | drjeremythompson.com Visit Dr. Pinkston online: drpbetterlife.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. Jul 25

    Breakthrough Topical Peptides: The Future of Pain Relief, Aging, and Cellular Health

    In this episode of Better Life, Dr. Pinkston is joined by long-time peer and mentor Ray Solano from PD Labs in Cedar Park, Texas, to discuss the revolutionary shift in peptide therapy. As regulatory discussions surround the peptide landscape, Dr. Pinkston and Ray dive into the game-changing developments in transdermal and topical peptide delivery. Discover how new formulations are bypassing the need for multiple daily injections—offering effective, fast-absorbing options for nerve pain, joint inflammation, mitochondrial energy, sleep support, skin rejuvenation, and hair restoration. Plus, learn why addressing lifestyle, diet, and root causes remains the true foundation for long-term health and vitality. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The current regulatory state of peptides and the risks of black-market injectables. How exclusive high-molecular-weight transdermal bases deliver peptides past the skin barrier safely and effectively. Topical solutions for nerve pain (including Low-Dose Naltrexone and BPC-157 combinations). Transdermal peptides for energy production, sleep (DSIP alternatives), growth hormone support, and skin/hair restoration (GHK-Cu, OSO-1). Why lifestyle habits, root-cause healing, and integrative care remain essential alongside peptide therapy. Connect & Resources: Learn more about PD Labs: pdlabsrx.com Explore past episodes and resources with Dr. Pinkston: drpbetterlife.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Jul 18

    The Science of Vaccines: Balancing Integrative Health and Objective Truth with Dr. Michael Myers Jr.

    In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with Harvard-trained physician, consultant, and author Dr. Michael Myers Jr. to tackle the complex and often controversial topic of vaccines through the lens of sound science and clear data. With deep expertise as a former chief of primary care and pediatrics, Dr. Myers previews his upcoming book, The Vaccine Bible, and unpacks how immunization works as a reliable tool for long-term health and disease prevention. Together, Dr. Pinkston and Dr. Myers address the most common concerns shared by patient communities today, including the safety of combination shots, the reality of preservatives, and the thoroughly debunked links between vaccines and autism. They look closely at the critical role vaccines play in modern longevity—highlighting massive clinical wins like the shingles vaccine’s link to reduced dementia risk, and cancer-preventing tools like the Gardasil and Hepatitis B vaccines. Dr. Myers also breaks down the rapid development and safety of mRNA technology used during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in for an honest, evidence-based conversation that bridges the gap between integrative health practices and conventional immunology, empowering you to perform your own objective risk assessment for you and your family. https://www.drmikemyers.com/ The Vaccine Bible—Amazon The Vaccine Bible—Bookshop.org The Vaccine Bible—Audiobook Dr. Myers' Website     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. Jul 11

    Unlocking the Power of Stabilized Sulforaphane and Fighting Microplastics

    Since recording this episode, Mara Labs has just pre-launched their new MicroPlastX product, which can be found https://mara-labs.com/pages/microplastx.  Listeners can add it to their cart on this landing page, then click the Mara Labs logo to continue to the rest of the shop for other products.  The discount code PINK will apply to all products in cart at checkout.   In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with David Roberts, MPH, co-founder of Mara Labs, to dive deep into the world of high-absorption, science-backed supplements. David shares the emotional and inspiring backstory of how his late wife’s cancer journey led to a massive breakthrough: the creation of BrocElite, the only naturally derived, stable sulforaphane product on the market. They discuss how to protect your family from the hidden dangers of microplastics and endocrine disruptors in your daily environment, the synergy between sulforaphane and curcumin for halting joint pain and inflammation, and advanced supplement protocols for sleep, weight management, and healthy detoxification. Special Offer for Listeners: Visit mara-labs.com and use code PINK at checkout to get 25% off during the first week following this release, and a continuous 15% discount thereafter on their entire line of filler-free products, all backed by a 100-day money-back guarantee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Dr. Pinkston is working hard to create a new vision for health and wellness by re-entering the radio waves coming in April! Dr Pinkston is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio and of the Christus Santa Rosa family practice residency program. Graduating in 1997 and starting her clinical solo practice in 2000, Dr. Pinkston provided South Texas with the best general care in family practice until 2007 when she developed Rheumatoid Arthritis. Through diet, exercise, hormones, mind and body techniques she has regained her health and wants to help others discover their own path to wellness. She will have the local radio show with a national platform on Sirius XM and will have a podcast, blog and YouTube channel! Stay tuned as developments are happening EVERYDAY!    Bio Dr. Marianne Pinkston is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio and of the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Practice Residency Program. Graduating in 1997 and starting her clinical solo practice in 2000, Dr. Pinkston provided South Texas with the best general care in family practice until 2007 when she developed Rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a severe disabling inflammatory arthritis condition of all the joints that includes severe debilitating fatigue and other issues. Dr. Pinkston then began her journey into integrative and functional medicine where she has earned tens of thousands of hours in training and degrees in stem cell and peptide certification as well as anti-aging and regenerative medicine studies and in integrative medicine studies. Dr. Pinkston is a specialist of weight loss having her self gained up to 300 pounds and developed diabetes and high blood pressure, dr. Pinkston lost 162 pounds in a year and two months regaining her precious health. Dr. Pinkston also provides the best in hormone replacement therapy for men and women and treats autoimmune conditions as well as thyroid and diabetic and other inflammatory conditions. Dr. Pinkston is not limited to any certain disease or treatment style. Dr. Pinkston entered into the mass media scene in 2016 with KTSA 550 and the Dr Pinkston’s Radio Show and now has joined with KLUP-930 The Answer in San Antonio Texas where she will present many contemporary and integrative health topics as well as inspirational and guided life improvement topics and motivational speaking. Dr. Pinkston is a board of director and speaker for Global Pain Association having suffered chronic pain for 14 years and is the president of Pinkston Medical and Wellness Clinic under Total Care Physical Therapy And Rehab. She continues as a solo practitioner in San Antonio Texas treating all ages and men and women for all conditions. Dr. Pinkston is the premier specialist of Hormone Replacement Therapy and of wellness and anti-aging and is medical director of the Dolce Beauty and Laser medical spa. Dr. Pinkston has over 10,000 hours of teaching for medical students and Nurse Practitioner and physician assistants. She is extremely active in the community and in many philanthropic areas and continues in private practice. Dr. Pinkston is sponsored by PD labs in Austin Texas and join forces with pharmacist Ray Solano on Healthy Choices channel on Sirius XM and has developed a blog a podcast and a YouTube channel where you can find Dr. Pinkston at any time. Dr. Pinkston’s mission is to give patients and everyone everywhere the better life.

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