LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam is your go-to podcast for diving deep into the science and practices for increasing your longevity and healthspan. This podcast covers topics from nutrition, biohacking, longevity, peptides, bioregulators, cutting edge research, health technology and more! Nathalie Niddam is a certified nutritionist, as well as a epigenetics and human potential coach.
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Today, I’m joined by the incredibly insightful Donna Jackson Nakazawa , a science journalist and bestselling author whose work bridges the worlds of neuroscience, storytelling, and personal transformation. Donna has a unique gift for translating complex brain science into real-life strategies—and she’s not afraid to weave in her own powerful journey, from childhood trauma and autoimmune challenges to her fierce quest for hope and healing. Episode Timestamps: Podcast introduction and episode over...
Today, I’m joined by Dr. William Davis , a cardiologist-turned-gut detective and bestselling author behind Wheat Belly , Super Gut , and Super Body . In this episode, Dr. Davis breaks down what it really means to have youthful, functional muscle, why maintaining the muscle of your 20s and 30s is about so much more than hitting the gym, and how missing microbes—like L. reuteri—might be the secret to restoring your strength and energy. Previous Episodes: #330: Lose the Bloat, Fix Your GUT: Inside ...
Today, I’m joined by Kyal Van Der Leest, an innovative naturopath, nutritionist, and founder of LVLUP Health , whose formulas are changing the way we think about effective supplementation. Kyal’s journey is deeply personal: from caring for his mother through a long battle with cancer, to overcoming his own intense health struggles with mold illness. These experiences led him to push past superficial fixes and dig deep into what really works for healing and optimizing the body. Visit www.lvluphea...
Dr. Taz Bhatia, an integrative medicine physician, explores the limitations of conventional medicine and advocates for a holistic, energy-first approach focused on cellular health. She emphasizes how modern lifestyles attack mitochondria, leading to widespread issues like chronic inflammation, early aging, and hormonal imbalances in women. The episode also highlights Countdown's work in accelerating mitochondrial research to transform women's health and longevity.
Nathalie Niddam offers an essential guide to safely and effectively vet supplements, introducing six key filters to navigate the overwhelming wellness market. She explains the necessity of baseline biomarker testing, the importance of third-party quality certifications, how to evaluate scientific evidence, and why "natural" doesn't guarantee safety. The episode also delves into optimal supplement forms for bioavailability and the critical dangers of both underdosing ("fairy dusting") and megadosing, providing a comprehensive framework for informed supplement decisions.
Today, I’m joined by the insightful Siobhan Mitchell PhD, a leading expert on women’s health, mitochondria, and metabolic resilience. In our conversation, Siobhan reveals why so many women in their 30s and 40s feel like their metabolism is suddenly “broken,” and unpacks the real science behind what’s happening beneath the surface—especially as our hormones begin to shift. Episode Timestamps: Introduction and host welcome ... 00:00:00 Introducing Speaker B and focus on women’s health ... 00:04:30...
Today, I’m joined by Andrea Donsky , a powerhouse nutritionist, menopause advocate, and author of the groundbreaking new book Nourishing Menopause . In our conversation, Andrea opens up about her deeply personal journey—how experiencing her first hot flash as a nutrition expert pushed her into years of curiosity, research, and ultimately, a mission to reimagine menopause as both a challenge and an opportunity. Episode Timestamps: Welcome, show intro, and purpose ... 00:00:00 Lack of menopause aw...
Today, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Amie Hornaman , a leading thyroid expert and author of the brand new book, The Thyroid Fix . In our conversation, Dr. Hornaman opens up about her personal struggle with undiagnosed thyroid disease—a journey marked by frustrating medical gaslighting and the dismissive “you’re normal” diagnoses from doctor after doctor. She reveals how that experience led her to become a passionate advocate for women (and men) suffering from thyroid dysfunction and a pioneer...
R Blank, author of "Empowered," explains how human-made electromagnetic fields (EMFs) cause DNA damage, oxidative stress, and sleep disruption, drawing from his father's pioneering research. He offers practical, evidence-based strategies, from behavioral changes to legitimate shielding products, to reduce exposure and improve health. The discussion also covers the challenges of policy, the problem of ineffective products, and a nuanced perspective on living with essential yet potentially harmful technology.
Today, I’m joined by the one and only Dr. Sandra Kaufmann—a true pioneer in the field of personalized longevity medicine and the creative force behind the Kaufman Protocol . In this episode, Sandra shares how a personal curiosity about why we age at the cellular level ultimately drew her away from a successful anesthesia career and into the world of building longevity strategies for real people. She opens up about the moment longevity became more than just an intellectual pursuit, and the surpri...
Todd Shipman, a former skeptic, explains how quantum energy and entanglement fundamentally shape our biology and health, drawing on Nobel Prize-winning research. He details how the Quantum Upgrade service can harmonize the body, neutralize EMFs, and support natural healing by reducing energetic stress. The discussion includes personal experiments, scientific studies on ATP production and wound healing, and the role of quantum energy in promoting cellular balance.
In this episode, Cynthia Thurlow unpacks the often-misunderstood perimenopausal transition, highlighting its profound impact on women's physical and emotional well-being. She explains how declining hormones affect gut health, immune function, and metabolism, leading to issues like brain fog, weight gain, and increased autoimmune risk. Thurlow advocates for a "do less" mindset for high-achieving women and emphasizes the importance of personalized care, lifestyle adjustments, and understanding the gut-brain-hormone connection to navigate this period as an opportunity for self-reinvention and thriving.
This episode features Caroline Alan, co-founder of Beam Minerals, sharing her journey from chronic fatigue to optimal health through trace mineral replenishment. She explains why modern diets often fall short, delves into the cellular foundation of health, and details how humic and fulvic complexes uniquely support energy production, nervous system function, and effective detoxification from heavy metals and other toxins. The discussion underscores the importance of a balanced, bioavailable mineral supply for lasting health.
Today, I’m pulling together some of the most impactful conversations from the last three months on the Podcast. From breaking down the pitfalls of trendy weight loss drugs to uncovering silent heart health risks, and exploring how mitochondrial transplants and trauma healing are rewriting the story of resilience, these moments have truly shifted my perspective on what it means to pursue lasting wellness. Here are the full episodes: #401: Personalization Is EVERYTHING: The New Science of Weight H...
Today, I’m joined by the remarkable Dr. Nasha Winters , whose personal journey of facing stage four cancer at just 19 years old turned into a decades-long mission to rethink the narrative around cancer, healing, and human potential. In our conversation, Dr. Winters opens up about those early days—what it felt like to receive a grim prognosis, the mindset shift that changed her path, and how questioning medical certainties led her to new paradigms in both conventional and integrative oncology. Ep...
Today, I'm joined by Dr. Grace Liu , often known as the “Gut Goddess,” a trailblazer in the world of microbiome science and founder of The Gut Institute. In this conversation, we take a bold dive into an often-overlooked pillar of longevity: your poop. That's right—Dr. Liu unpacks the fascinating and sometimes surprising science showing how gut health shapes everything from your immune system and brain to your lifespan itself. Episode Timestamps: Introduction to host ... 00:00:00 Dr. Grace Liu o...
Today, I'm joined by the insightful Dr. Meenal Agarwal , an eye doctor and passionate advocate for reimagining how we think about vision and brain health. In our conversation, Dr. Agarwal reveals the surprising ways our daily screen habits are shaping not just our eyesight, but also our emotional regulation, cognitive performance, and even the development of anxiety and ADHD-like symptoms. She opens up about her own journey—from an unexpected period of cognitive "off-ness" during a stint away fr...
Melissa Urban, known for Whole30, reveals sleep as the foundational element of long-term health, impacting everything from cravings and insulin sensitivity to mood and resilience. She shares personal experiences with sleep disruption and practical, no-nonsense strategies. The conversation highlights the invisible costs of poor sleep and introduces Ozlo noise-canceling earbuds as a significant tech solution for better rest.
Today, I'm joined by David Roberts and Dr. John Gildea , two passionate researchers whose work sits at the cutting edge of environmental health and longevity science. In this episode, we dive deep into the catalyst for developing a stabilized sulforaphane supplement—something born out of both necessity and relentless curiosity. David opens up about how environmental toxicity stopped being theoretical for him, and Dr. Gildea brings a wealth of clinical insight into why supporting our detox pathwa...
Today, I'm joined by Erin Ryan, my producer, for a special follow-up episode where we tackle your most pressing questions about bioregulators and peptides. After the wildly popular Bill Lawrence interview, the Longevity Podcast community sent in a wave of thoughtful queries—from cancer concerns to menopause, sourcing, and practical tips. Click Here for list of BIOREGULATOR NAMES Books mentioned in this episode: The Peptide Bioregulator Revolution (Great primer on bioregulators) Author: Dr. Mario...
Today, I'm joined by the insightful Dr. Nafysa Parpia , a true leader in environmental and complex chronic illness medicine and the Director of Naturopathic Medicine at Gordon Medical. In our conversation, Dr. Parpia shares how her passion for deep, integrated healing brought her into the world of environmental toxins, hormone health, and the nuanced ways our bodies respond to the modern world. She opens up about her journey, the unique challenges women face—especially during menopause—and why s...
Today, I'm joined by the legendary Dr. Jeffrey Bland , widely known as the "father of functional medicine" and a true pioneer in the science of longevity and immune resilience. In this conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Bland opens up about his decades-long journey questioning the conventional medicine model, the personal moments that shaped his mission, and how his passion for asking the right questions ultimately led him to reshape the future of healthcare. Visit Bigboldhealth.com/NAT and get 15% off a...
Today, I'm joined by Dr. Aimie Apigian , an innovative leader in the biology of trauma, whose work bridges the worlds of science, medicine, and lived experience. In our conversation, Dr. Apigian opens up about her journey from conventional medicine—where symptom management was the norm—to uncovering the physiological roots of trauma and the crucial role our nervous system plays in resilience and healing. She shares how her own health struggles, her work with adopted children, and a relentless cu...
Today, I'm joined by the inspiring Leslie Kenny , Oxford-based longevity expert and a living example of turning adversity into vitality. After being told at 39 that she had lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and just five years to live, Leslie defiantly forged a new path—reversing her diagnoses, restoring her thyroid health, and even welcoming a healthy baby girl at 43. Her story is a testament to the power of questioning the status quo, honoring the wisdom within our bodies, and refusing to accept de...
Today, I'm joined by the extraordinary Dr. Natalie Yivgi-Ohana , a pioneering scientist whose passion for mitochondria unlocks new frontiers in longevity medicine. Our conversation truly blew my mind—Dr. Yivgi-Ohana brings decades of expertise to demystify these tiny, ancient powerhouses that fuel every cell in our bodies, impact our hormones, drive immunity, and, as it turns out, play a central role in how we age. Episode Timestamps: Welcome to the Longevity Podcast and today's focus on mitocho...
Today, I'm joined by the insightful Courtney Van Bussum, a biomedical engineer and entrepreneur who has become a rising force in longevity science. Courtney shares how growing up in a family of healthcare innovators shaped her journey, and how she pivoted from startup life to tackling age-related challenges—especially when COVID brought her back to her roots and reignited her passion for cellular health. If you want to try Endotelio 1-MNA and save 10% click here and code NAT10 will be entered fo...
Today, I'm joined by the innovative Dr. Cynthia Keller , a pediatrician whose passion for integrative and functional medicine has reshaped how we understand post-COVID health challenges. Dr. Keller opens up about her journey from conventional medicine to designing unique solutions for children and families, revealing how her care, presence, and determination to "solve the unsolvable" led to breakthroughs in treating mood changes, weight gain, and energy loss after COVID. Special Offer: If you go...
Today, I'm joined by the remarkable Cathy Eason , whose work in the nitric oxide and vascular health space is changing the conversation around resilience and heart health for midlife women. Cathy dives into why cardiovascular disease is still the number one threat to women globally, and how the drop in estrogen during menopause impacts nitric oxide production—an overlooked factor that quietly influences everything from energy to cognition. Visit https://berkeleylife.pxf.io/NIDDBL and use code NA...
Today, I'm joined by Erin Ryan, my producer and long-time collaborator, for a special Q&A episode powered entirely by your questions. After our bioregulator deep dive with Dr. Bill Lawrence, the response was overwhelming—so many of you reached out with insightful queries about bioregulators, peptides, and the nuances between natural and synthetic options. Erin and I decided to tackle the most common themes, unpacking everything from organ versus system signaling to how bioregulators actually...
