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Episode 103: Conscious Eldering with Ron Pevny

These days, getting older seems to be more like a war rather than a rite of passage. "Take this pill or this potion to reverse aging and stay young," they say. But is that really how we should view aging? We question this and more in this episode, where I welcome Ron Pevny, the director of the Center for Conscious Eldering and author of Conscious Living, Conscious Aging: Capturing The Gifts of Elderhood.

In our conversation, we discuss the following:


What is 'conscious eldering,' an approach to aging with purpose, passion, and well-being, and how it contrasts with societal norms that often lack an empowering vision for aging.
Ron shares his journey, starting in 1979 with a calling to help people during life transitions, evolving into leading rites of passage and founding the Center for Conscious Eldering in 2010.
The concept emphasizes intentionality, personal growth, and community, offering retreats and workshops to prepare people for a fulfilled elderhood.
Ron highlights the loss of meaningful roles for elders in industrialized societies and the importance of life review to let go of past baggage.
Ron underscores the significance of having purpose in maintaining physical and mental health as one ages.

This was a heartwarming conversation and made me think deeply about my own desires for later life and those for my loved ones.

About Ron Pevny

🌟 Ron Pevny has dedicated 45 years to assisting people in navigating life transitions, emphasizing purpose and passion in their journey.📚 As a published author and founding director of the Center for Conscious Eldering, Ron has been instrumental in supporting individuals in creating meaningful elder years.🌎 For two decades, Ron has conducted workshops and retreats across North America, fostering purpose, growth, and commitment to service in the later stages of life.🌿 Ron's work focuses on helping individuals bring purpose, growth, and a commitment to service to their elder years, encouraging a fulfilling and impactful life stage.🔮 Ron is a Certified Sage-ing® Leader, further validating his expertise in guiding individuals towards a purposeful and passionate elderhood.🎙️ Ron's role as a host for Transforming Aging Summits and Turning Points interview series showcases his commitment to promoting positive aging and inspiring others to embrace this stage of life.💻 To learn more about Ron Pevny's work and the Center for Conscious Eldering, visit centerforconsciouseldering.com.







 




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Welcome episode to 102! featuring Geoff Lecovin, a naturopathic doctor, chiropractor, acupuncturist, and expert in breathwork.



Dr. Lecovin provides an in-depth explanation of breathwork, its history, physiological effects, and benefits. He discusses how breathwork can induce altered states of consciousness and access the body's innate healing abilities by manipulating chemicals like anandamide, dopamine, and serotonin.



Dr. Lecovin explains the science behind breathwork, including how overbreathing and breath holds increase carbon dioxide levels, triggering hormetic effects and stem cell release. He describes the concept of transient hypofrontality, where breathwork decreases blood flow to the brain's default mode network, quieting the ego.



The episode covers contraindications and precautions for breathwork, as well as the importance of working with a guide. Lecovin outlines a typical breathwork session, incorporating various breathing patterns, music, meditation, and integration practices. He emphasizes breathworks' potential for emotional healing, neuroplasticity, manifestation, and tapping into one's "inner healer."



Dr. Lecovin shares how he incorporates breathwork into his clinical practice and offers a simple 4-7-8 breathing exercise for listeners to try at home.



Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive overview of breathwork's theory, practice, and therapeutic applications.



About Dr. Lecovin:

 Dr. Lecovin is a Kirkland, Washington based chiropractor, naturopathic physician and acupuncturist. He graduated from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic, earned a Masters in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 1992, and then went on to complete the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and Masters in Acupuncture programs at Bastyr University in 1994. Dr. Lecovin completed another Masters in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2015. He holds additional certifications in exercise and nutrition from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN), Institute of Performance Nutrition  (ISSN Diploma and Performance Nutrition Diploma), International Olympic Committee (Sports Nutrition Diploma), Precision Nutrition (Nutrition Coach) and National Academy of Sports Medicine (CPT CES PES Nutrition Coach), where he is also a Master instructor.  



 

Dr. Lecovin specializes in treating musculoskeletal pain and sports injuries by integrating trigger point acupuncture/dry needling, soft tissue release, joint manipulation, corrective exercise and nutrition. In addition, he combines exercise and nutrition for weight loss, weight gain, performance enhancement and wellness. 


Socials:

https://www.drgeofflecovin.com



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Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus Infection and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome is a troubling condition that involves sudden onset of OCD, anxiety, tics, sometimes aggression, sometimes ADHD, sometimes depression, sometimes dysgraphia.. that abruptly happens almost overnight. In some cases like PANDAS it follows a streptococcus infection in other cases like PANS it may follow a virus, vector-borne-illness, or mycotoxin exposure. In this episode a legend in functional medicine Nancy O'hara, MD joins us as she is an expert in this topic and author of Demystifying PANS/PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis,


In this episode we cover:


Dr. O'Hara's approach and Philosophy work.
The life and tribulations of a family with a medically
challenged child.
3-pronged approach (Treat symptoms, treat inflammation, treat-infection)
Making a diagnosis. The challenges of testing
and the importance of the clinical diagnosis.
How Sars-Cov-2 spike protein has impacted PANS/PANDAS due to its impact on latent viruses and vector borne illness.
Dr. O'hara's membership and mentorship programs.

See detailed show notes at https://www.onethingpod.com/panspandasohara

About Dr. O'Hara

Dr. Nancy O’Hara is a board certified Pediatrician. Prior to her medical career, Dr. O’Hara taught children with autism. She graduated with highest honors from Bryn Mawr College and as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She earned a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Pittsburgh. After residency, chief residency and general pediatric fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. O’ Hara entered general private practice in 1993, and in 1998 began her consultative, integrative practice solely for children with special needs. Since 1999 she has dedicated her functional medicine practice to the integrative and holistic care of children with chronic illness and neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, PANDAS/PANS, OCD, Lyme and ASD. She is also a leader in the training of clinicians, both in the United States and abroad. Dr. O’Hara has written a comprehensive guidebook, “Demystifying PANS / PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis”, which is available on Amazon in e-book or soft-cover formats. For more information on her membership and mentoring program, please visit www.drohara.com. Additionally, Dr. O’Hara’s research on Folate Receptor Auto Antibodies and PANS/PANDAS was recently published. (https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm14020166)

Resources mentioned in the episode

1.    Spellers 
https://spellers.com/

2.   Medical Academy of Special Needs: About Us
- MAPS

3.  Neurobiology of Everyday communication https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27284021/

4.      Helminth Therapy Human helminth
therapy to treat inflammatory disorders- where do we ...

5.      Toxicant Load in Liver disease https://www.ifm.org/news-insights/addressing-body-burden-discussion-lyn-patrick-nd-toxicants/

6.      Sidney M. Baker, MD

7.      Socio-medical studies of
individuals self-treating with helminths ...

8.      Hymenolepis
diminuta Cysticercoids Production and Use
of Hymenolepis diminuta Cysticercoids as Anti ...

9.      Biome Restoration https://biomerestoration.com/

10.  Demystifing Pans and Pandas book by Dr. O’Hara https://www.amazon.com/Demystifying-PANS-PANDAS-Functional-Encephalitis/dp/1939794269?ref_=ast_author_dp

11.  Mentorship program by Dr. O’hara https://www.drohara.com/membership



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Episode 100 of the One Thing Podcast with Dr. Adam Rinde did not disappoint

First, some goodies to mention. To order the Jona test we talk about this episode... go to https://jona.health and enter ONETHING100 to receive $100 off the test

In this episode I welcome on the CEO of Jona, Leo Grady, PhD and the Director of Business Development and GTM strategy , Jaclyn Kawwas. We are discussing a revolutionary stool microbiome test called Jona that uses AI to analyze gut microbiome data and connect it to health outcomes:

Jona, developed an AI system to analyze microbiome data obtained through shotgun metagenomic sequencing.



The AI system is able to:
1. Read and interpret existing research on the microbiome
2. Match patterns in an individual's microbiome data to relevant studies.
3. Generate personalized recommendations for dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, and supplements based on an individual's health goals

The gut microbiome is highly individualized and influenced by various factors: We highlight how the gut microbiome is highly personalized, with limited overlap between individuals. Factors contributing to microbiome variability include:

Diet: Processed foods, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, preservatives, fiber intake
Lifestyle: Exercise, travel, pet ownership
Medications: Antibiotics, chemotherapy, opioids
Infections: Salmonella poisoning, C. difficile infection, long COVID, PANDAS/PANS



Some highlights to our discussion:


We discuss hwo stool testing technology has evolved
We discuss metabolomics and how it provides additional insight into gut health:
We discuss how the field of microbiome research is rapidly evolving:
We discuss personalized recommendations that Jona makes.


About our guests:

Leo Grady, PhD

Leo is internationally recognized for his work to deliver AI in healthcare for 20 years at pioneering bay area startups (HeartFlow), multinational medical companies (Siemens) and, most recently, as CEO of Paige.ai. As CEO of Paige, Leo led the company to become an industry leader, internationally launching groundbreaking products and receiving the first-ever FDA approval for an AI product in pathology. Leo authored two books on AI, over 100 peer-reviewed scientific papers and is an inventor on over 300 patents. Winner of the Edison Patent Award, he was inducted as Fellow in the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering. Leo earned a Ph.D. in Cognitive and Neural Systems from BU. Leo is CEO in Residence with Breyer Capital and the Founder and CEO of Jona.

Jaclyn Kawwas, MBA

Jaclyn has dedicated her career to advancing medical and health technology, striving to combat the growing challenges of chronic illness. During her tenure at Medtronic, she contributed to the design and development of cutting-edge cardiovascular devices, including one that garnered FDA approval for hypertension treatment. Her solutions have earned her multiple patents in cardiovascular disease management.

Currently serving as the Head of Business Development and GTM Strategy at Jona, a health tech AI company specializing in the gut microbiome, Jaclyn continues to sit at the intersection of technology and healthcare. Prior to her role at Jona, she held positions in business development and growth strategy at Viz.ai and Thirty Madison which focus on chronic conditions from both a provider and consumer lens.

Jaclyn received her B.S.E. in biomedical engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Healthcare Management from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. She remains committed to leveraging technology to make a positive impact on preventive health and patient care.



Show notes available at : https://onethingpod/jona


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The guest in this episode is Dr. Andrea McBeth, the CEO of Thaena , who talks about postbiotics and their role in addressing health imbalances. The podcast emphasizes the importance of consulting with a healthcare provider before making any changes to one's health routine. Dr. McBeth has dedicated this episode to Lesbians Who Tech https://lesbianswhotech.org/about/ and if we reach 300 plays in the first 30 days of launch a donation will be made in honor of Dr. McBeth to Lesbians Who tech. http://www.lesbianswhotech.org


In this episode we discuss:

- 💡 The concept of postbiotics, which are small molecules and metabolites produced by bacteria, is an emerging field of study in the microbiome space.
- 💡 Thaena a postbiotic supplement developed by Dr. Andrea McBeth's company, takes a unique approach by using sterilized stool as a source to create a complex mixture of postbiotics.
- 💡 Donor selection for postbiotic supplements is crucial, and Thaena has strict criteria in place to ensure the health and safety of their donors.
- 💡 Postbiotics have shown potential in addressing various health imbalances, including gut health, brain health, and immune function.
- 💡 Thaena is focused on gathering data and feedback from users to better understand the effects and potential applications of postbiotics.
- 💡 Individualized approaches to healthcare are important, as the microbiome and its response to interventions can vary greatly between individuals.
- 💡 The study of postbiotics and their impact on health is still in its early stages, but the potential for their use in supporting overall health and wellness is promising.

Time stamps:
00:00 Welcome to the One Thing Podcast
00:43 Introducing Dr. Andrea Macbeth: A Deep Dive into Postbiotics
01:09 The Revolutionary World of Thaena Biotic
01:30 Exploring the Science and Impact of Postbiotics
04:35 The Journey from Scientist to Naturopathic Doctor
07:32 The Unique Approach of Thaena to Postbiotics
12:42 Understanding the Microbiome and Postbiotics
16:36 Personalizing Gut Health: Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics
28:35 Finding and Qualifying Donors for Thaena
45:35 Final Thoughts and How to Access Thaena Products


About Dr. McBeth
Andrea McBeth, ND, is a naturopathic doctor, entrepreneur and activist dedicated to building products that reduce suffering while also challenging healthcare systems to reimagine what it means to heal. The CEO and co-founder of Thaena®, Andrea views wellness through the lens of the microbiota, emphasizing the relationship between gut health and overall health.

Thaena®, pronounced | thay-nah |, is a female-founded, Pacific Northwest-based company and the proud creators of ThaenaBiotic®, the world's first stool-derived postbiotic supplement. Our mission is simple: To use science, radical innovation, and the microbiome to help people feel better. We believe in using the innate wisdom of the human body to shift the paradigms of medicine by expanding access to microbiome supports and putting postbiotics on the map.

Special Links Mentioned In the Episode https://thaena.com/Rinde

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Much emphasis is being placed on the gut microbiome to look for therapeutic derivatives that provide health and medicinal benefit. And in addition, we have another natural source of compounds from human breast milk that provides a wide range of therapeutic and medicinal properties. Everybody knows about colostrum; however, this range of health constituents in breast milk goes much further. Properties of human breast milk have been linked to helping health conditions related to gut health, skin health, and musculoskeletal health. While researching a health solution for a patient of mine; I was introduced to Maya. Ashkenazi Otmazin, B.SC, M.E. and her company Maolac.

Maya is an experienced entrepreneur in the field of R&D with a proven professional track record in the health and wellness industries and Israel’s Food Tech community. Maya has an M.E. and a B.Sc in Biomedical Engineering and Pharmaceutical Engineering. She was listed in the Forbes 30 under 30 Class of 2020 .

Maya has an engineering background with a degree in pharmaceutical engineering and another one in biomedical engineering. Throughout her career, she has created new products for different industries and worked in a pharmaceutical company where she created products from concept through production and scale-up. She is the CEO and Co-founder of Maolac. Maolac is an Israeli food tech company that develops biofunctional proteins (BFPs) from animal and non-animal sources to make human milk proteins accessible to everyone. The company uses AI technology to identify proteins in bovine colostrum that are similar to those found in human milk. Maolac's first products, Maolactin for Gut Health and Maolactin for Anti-Inflammatory Activity, are bio-functional protein mixtures that are designed to have similar benefits to breast milk

Here are some highlights from our discussion:
🥛 Breast milk is a complex matrix that contains over 1,500 proteins, many of which are essential for human health. Maolac focuses on analyzing the proteomic composition of breast milk and developing biosimilar proteins for use in nutraceuticals. –
🧪 Maolac utilizes AI technology and the Maolactin AI platform to predict the best combination of proteins for specific indications. This allows for a more precise approach to developing nutraceuticals and ensures high bio-similarity to human proteins. –
🌱 Maolactin's products are derived from natural sources such as colostrum, algae, fungi, and yeast. They undergo rigorous testing in ex-vivo, in-vivo, and clinical trials to validate their efficacy and safety. –
🏋️‍♀️ Maolac's products have potential applications in various areas, including leaky gut, muscle recovery, and healthy aging. By targeting specific biological needs, they offer a more effective and natural approach to improving health. –
🧠 The use of AI technology in the development of nutraceuticals allows for faster and more efficient analysis of scientific data. This enables researchers to identify new bioactive molecules and bring innovative solutions to market more quickly. –
💡 Maolac's approach to developing nutraceuticals demonstrates the potential of integrating AI technology with natural sources to create effective and safe products. By focusing on the proteomic composition of breast milk and other natural substances, they are able to harness the power of nature to improve human health. –
🌍 Maolac's mission is to bring innovative biological molecules to the nutraceutical space. By leveraging AI technology, they aim to revolutionize the industry and provide tailored solutions for various populations, including those with specific health conditions and athletes.


Social Links:
https://www.Maolac.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/maya-ashkenazi-otmazgin/




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