Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones Dr. Greg Jones

In this episode, we are diving into the transformative world of gut heath with a focus on the keystone gut bacteria: Akkermansia. Here to help us learn more about Akkermansia is my guest, Christina O’Connor, RD. Christina is a registered dietitian with a rich background in microbiome science. From her early days in pediatrics to her current role at Pendulum Therapeutics, Christina has been a passionate advocate for understanding and harnessing the power of the microbiome to improve health outcomes. Stay tuned as we explore everything from the basics of Akkermansia to advanced applications in dietary practices and healthcare

Today’s Topics:
• What is Akkermansia? (00:00 - 17:38)
• Why are polyphenols necessary for Akkermansia to work optimally? (17:38 - 20:16)
• What causes low levels of Akkermansia in the gut and what are the symptoms? (20:16 - 25:25)
• Benefits of Akkermansia supplementation and optimizing Akkermansia (25:25 - 28:51)
• Is there a difference between pasteurized and live Akkermansia supplements? (28:51 - 35:41)
• Pendulum's New Akkermansia Supplements: Metabolic Daily and GLP-1 Probiotic (35:41 - 46:54)

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Welcome back to The Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones where I interview some of my favorite innovators in Medicine, Health, Fitness, and Beyond! 

My guest today, Dr. Suzanne Ferree is a true pioneer in peptide therapy. Dr. Ferree is the senior physician at Vine Medical Associates in Atlanta, where she specializes in cutting-edge therapies such as bioidentical hormones, peptide therapy, neural therapy, and regenerative medicine. An award-winning professor, she has recently added author to her many titles with her new book Counterclockwise: Using Peptides to Renew, Rejuvenate, and Rediscover, which promises to revolutionize how we think about aging and wellness.

In this episode we are discussing the following topics and more:
- Dr Suzanne Ferree's background (00:00 - 07:10)
- What exactly are peptides? (07:10 - 14:22)
- What is the current state of peptide therapy with the recent FDA regulations? (14:22 - 20:01)
- How can peptides contribute to healing and recovery? (20:01 - 25:43)
- What is the role of peptides in enhancing endurance, strength, and overall
performance? (25:43 - 28:03)
- The importance of peptides in maintaining and improving cognitive functions and how it benefits high-level performers and athletes (28:03 - 32:11)
- An overview of Dr. Ferree’s new book, Counterclockwise, its inspiration, and
what readers can gain from it (32:11 - 35:48)
- Dr. Ferree’s advice for aspiring medical professionals and those interested in improving their health through innovative treatments (35:48 - 38:49)

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My guest today, Tenille Davis, is a leading voice in the realm of pharmacy compounding. She serves as the Chief Advocacy Officer for the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding and sits on the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy. With a robust background from Civic Center Pharmacy to advocacy, Tenille brings a wealth of experience to today's discussion on the intricate landscape of compounding pharmacies.

In this episode, we delve into the following topics and more:
- What is Pharmacy Compounding?
- Comparing Clinical, Commercial, and Compound Pharmacies
- The Essentials of 503A and 503B Regulations
- Bulk Drug Substance Categories under 503A
- Advocacy Efforts in Pharmacy Compounding
- Technological Advances in Compounding

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Welcome Dr. James Min, founder of Cleerly, an AI based software that evaluates the presence, type, and amount of plaque in heart vessels using images from a coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA). This revolutionary approach is being used by providers to assess their patient’s risk for heart attack and to provide personalized treatment recommendations.

In this episode we are discussing the following topics and more:

The inspiration behind Cleerly and its role in detecting and predicting heart disease (00:00 - 09:47)
The science of plaque and heart disease (09:48 - 14:23)
Overview of coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) and its role in detecting coronary artery disease. (14:24 - 18:05)
How does Cleerly work with CCTA images to assess heart disease risk, including the analysis of plaque type and amount (18:06 - 21:00)
Who should get a Cleerly analysis? (21:00 - 39:00)

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Welcome back to The Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones where I interview some of my favorite innovators in Medicine, Health, Fitness, and Beyond! 

Welcome Dr. Angela DeRosa to the show. Dr. DeRosa stands out as a beacon of knowledge and empowerment. With over 25 years in the medical field, Dr. DeRosa has dedicated her career to enhancing the understanding of hormonal health, advocating for an integrative approach that combines the best of conventional and alternative care. Founder of the Hormonal Health Institute, Dr. DeRosa is passionate about empowering women and men to navigate hormonal changes with grace and knowledge. Dr. DeRosa’s enthusiasm for educating patients on the realities of menopause and hormonal health imbalances has never waned. It was the driving force behind her first bestselling book, How Your Doctor Is Slowly Killing You: A Woman’s Health Survival Guide. 

In this episode we are discussing the following topics and more:

Understanding Perimenopause (00:00 - 08:12)
When and How Does Perimenopause Start? (08:13 - 24:43)
Symptoms of Perimenopause and Their Impact (24:44 - 31:46)
Integrative Approaches to Managing Perimenopause (31:47 - 40:19)
Closing Thoughts and Resources (40:20 - 44:00)

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Welcome back to The Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones where I interview some of my favorite innovators in Medicine, Health, Fitness, and Beyond!    
 
I’m excited to welcome back Dr Paul Anderson for part 2 of this episode as we discuss the ins and outs of cholesterol and lipid labs.

Dr. Anderson is an esteemed educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine, focusing on complex infectious, chronic, and oncologic illnesses. With over three decades of clinical experience.  He founded Advanced Medical Therapies in Seattle, Washington, for cancer and chronic diseases and still collaborated with various clinics and hospitals.  held positions at multiple medical schools, including Professor of Pharmacology and Clinical Medicine at Bastyr University. He has authored several books and articles and is actively involved in continuing medical education through online platforms and conferences. 

In Part 2 we are discussing the following topics and more:

How OxLDL and APOB affect your cardiovascular risk? (00:28 - 04:26)
Can you really test your Omega 3 levels? (04:27 - 09:15)
Do high lipid levels mean you need to be on a statin medication? (09:16 - 16:00)
How do your genetics (phenotypes) affect your cholesterol levels? (16:01 - 18:57)
Can your phenotype tell you what supplements are best to control your cholesterol? (18:58 - 25:15)
Is niacin a potent cholesterol lowering supplement? (25:16 - 26:44)
Are all fish oil supplements the same? (26:45 - 35:38)

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