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The DNA Talks Podcast

Bryce Wylde, Kashif Khan, Dr. Lara Varden, and Dr. Stephanie Nielsenwww.buzzsprout.com

Welcome to the DNA Talks Podcast where we take on the mission of unlocking the code of your genetics. This season is all about you – upgrading your health not just on the surface, but down to the root cause. Join us, as your clinicians of The DNA Company investigate your DNA and beyond! 

Formerly the UNPILLED Podcast, the DNA Talks Podcast continues to be the innovative provider of  FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS SOLUTIONS for personalized and preventative health and wellness.

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Episodes

Toxic Superfoods and Chronic Health Issues with Sally K. Norton, MPH - S2E21

There are some health issues that come from where you least expect it! In this episode, Kashif is joined by Ivy-league Nutritionist Sally K. Norton, MPH. Sally holds a nutrition degree from Cornell University and a master’s degree in Public Health. Her path to becoming a leading expert on dietary oxalate includes a prior career working at major medical schools in medical education and public health research. Her personal healing experience inspired years of research that led to her book, Toxic S...

Feb 07, 202343 minSeason 2Ep. 21

The Truth About Grain Consumption and Other Factors that Affect Our Microbiomes with Dr. William Davis - S2E20

Have you ever tried out a diet just because it was trendy? In this episode, we take a deep dive into what these diets actually do to the microbiomes inside our body. Kashif is joined by Cardiologist and #1 New York Times Best-Seller, Dr. William Davis. Dr. William is known for his book series called Wheat Belly, and has authored books such as Undoctored, and most recently, Super Gut. There are truths about food that have been declared healthy for a period of time now yet are actually harmful. Ta...

Jan 31, 202348 minSeason 2Ep. 20

How You Can Alter Your Energetic And Informational Environment To Change Your Epigenetic Expression with Harry Massey - S2E19

Do you have an environment that energizes you? From a day-to-day basis, we often live off of energy drinks and other caffeinated products to make up for our low energy levels. We attribute it to the lack of sleep, fatigue, food, and other factors without delving deep into the root cause. In this episode, Kashif converses with Harry Massey who was bedridden for almost a decade due to a chronic fatigue syndrome before he could start rock-climbing again and doing all sorts of activities. This led h...

Jan 24, 202351 minSeason 2Ep. 19

The Easy Answer To A Healthy Gut Microbiome with Wade Lightheart - S2E18

Having a healthy gut doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode, Kashif discusses gut health with Wade Lightheart, a 3-Time All Natural National Bodybuilding Champion who excels not only in physical strength but in health and fitness as he is also the President & Director of Education at BiOptimizers Nutrition. Wade is also an advisor to the American Anti-Cancer Institute, and the Founder of the Prosperity and Health Alliance. Wade has also authored books on nutrition such as There are ...

Jan 18, 202341 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Survival Response and Reinventing How We Understand Health & Disease with Dr. Isaac Eliaz - S2E17

What's the first thing that goes on your mind when you think of disease? In this episode, Kashif is joined by Dr. Isaac Eliaz, a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine since the early 1980s. Dr. Isaac specialized on mind-body medicine, cancer, detoxification and immune health. There is a different way of looking at disease, and exploring this new paradigm involves looking into what drives inflammation, fibrosis, and immune dysregulation -- hallmarks of the issues that biohackers want to ad...

Jan 10, 202350 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Healing from Sexual Trauma and Having Vibrant Sexual Health with Susan Bratton - S2E16

People are designed to have great sex their whole lives! In this episode, Kashif is joined by Sex and Intimacy Expert, Susan Bratton . Susan currently has 34 books and programs that contribute to sexual health and as well as learning new intimacy skills. This includes workshops for the single and married, pleasuring skills, understanding the body, and hormones. Sex is one of the least talked about topics yet is a definitely needed discussion. Most people, especially women, tend to give up on exp...

Jan 03, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Women’s Health: Fasting, Diets, and Hormones with Dr. Mindy Pelz - S2E15

Did you know that fasting is like sleep and not a diet fad? In this episode, Kashif is joined by best-selling author Dr. Mindy Pelz. Mindy is a holistic health expert whose focus is on fasting and women's health. Dr. Mindy Pelz currently has four books authored in which she shares her expertise, the latest being "Fast Like a Girl". Her work has allowed people to get to the root cause and unlock their bodies' healing capabilities by simply making proper lifestyle choices and changes to the way th...

Dec 20, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Fixing Your Fatigue and Increasing Your Energy Naturally with Dr. Evan Hirsch - S2E14

Don't immediately take fatigue as a sign of aging! In this episode, Kashif is joined by the Dr. Evan Hirsch , the EnergyMD. Dr. Evan Hirsch has dedicated his career into studying natural ways of increasing energy in order to avoid stimulants such as caffeine and all sorts of energy drinks. He is able to share his knowledge through online consultations, and as the best-selling author of Fix Your Fatigue: The Four Step Process to Resolving Chronic Fatigue, Achieving Abundant Energy and Reclaiming ...

Dec 13, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Functional Regenerative Medicine and Your Cellular Health with Dr. Bart Rademaker - S2E13

It's time to break the mold of symptom-masking. In this episode, Kashif is joined by Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Dr. Bart Rademaker. Dr. Rademaker is known for his work on stem cell therapy and contribution on belief medicine. His main focus being energy as a form of healing and spreads it through his patients and by conducting courses to share his knowledge to fellow physicians. Following suit to the previous episode, Kashif and Dr. Bart emphasize on how important it is to target the root rather ...

Dec 06, 202246 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Understanding Energy and Preparing the Body to Heal with Dr. Susan Lovelle - S2E12

Do you have the puzzle pieces together? In this episode, we dive into more than just symptoms. Kashif is joinined by Dr. Susan Lovelle , Thrive Architect and CEO of Premiere Wellness. She was a former ballerina turned plastic surgeon until she decided that it is better to delve into changing lifestyle and energy in order to solve health problems. Kashif and Dr. Susan's discussion emphasizes on how we tend to overlook the root of all the symptoms being experienced when you are sick. If these aren...

Nov 29, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 12

How Your Environment and Its Toxicology Determine Your Health with Dr. Jill Carnahan - S2E11

In this episode, Kashif is joined by Dr. Jill Carnahan, a Functional Medicine Expert who founded Flatiron Functional Medicine. Kashif and Dr. Jill discuss the relevance of environmental health in which the natural environment and the toxins that may be found everywhere affect our bodies as we revolve around them. Though our bodies are made to detoxify, the modern world requires the body to keep up and that we make better lifestyle choices to improve air and water quality, proper and healthy food...

Nov 22, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Biohacking and Genetics: Your Key to Your Best Self wIiith Dave Asprey - S2E10

In this episode, Kashif has a chat with none other than the Father of Biohacking himself, Dave Asprey. Dave Asprey is known for authoring books and discussing the power of combined traditional and modern healing traditions. With this background, he shares how the mitochondria is more than just the powerhouse of the cell but it is also the environmental sensor of the cell. His exchange with Kashif bring understanding to how genomics paired with proper interventions bridges the gap of mitochondria...

Nov 15, 202254 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Unlocking the Brain's Full Potential through Enhanced Meditation with Dr. Patrick Porter - S2E9

In this episode, Kashif is joined by Dr. Patrick Porter, inventor of the BrainTap which uses external rhythms of light and sound to balance brain function and clarity. Dr. Patrick Porter also authored the books such as "Awaken the Genius," and "Discover the Language of the Mind." Throughout the episode, they delve towards the topic of unlocking the brain's fullest potential and making proper lifestyle choices for the body to have better immune response. This also involves choosing the best food ...

Nov 07, 202247 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Understanding the Root Cause of Energy and Fatigue with Ari Whitten - S2E8

Energy and fatigue contribute to how we do in our everyday lives. We usually cover these factors by intaking food and beverages that mask them but are we really solving the problem? In this episode, we chat with Ari Whitten, an Energy and Fatigue Specialist who founded The Energy Blueprint. He shares his expertise on the topic, raising awareness on sickness behavior, mitochondria capacity, adrenal fatigue, and other related topics that will allow us to take care of our body and work more efficie...

Oct 24, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Delving into Genetic Testing and Alzheimer's with Dr. Heather Sandison ND - S2E7

In this episode, the UNPILLED podcast tackles the common misconceptions when it comes to the relations between genetic testing and Alzheimer's. Kashif is joined by Dr. Heather Sandison ND, the founder and medical director of the North County Natural Medicine. She is also the founder of Marama. Dr. Heather's expertise in the field of neurohacking and neurocognitive medicine allows her to share all factors that affect the brain including genetics, the environment, and beyond. Medical Disclaimer : ...

Oct 17, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 7

What Contributes to Gut Health and Chronic Disease Prevention with Kiran Krishnan - S2E6

In this episode, we dive deep into the health of your gut with the founder of Microbiome labs Kiran Krishnan, a Research Microbiologist who is out to fix what's broken in gut supplementation and microbiome testing. His early work involved hands-on Research and Development in the fields of molecular medicine and microbiology at the University of Iowa. Kiran shares why our guts drive chronic disease and what we can do to prevent it. Medical Disclaimer : The information provided in this communicati...

Oct 03, 202248 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Diving into Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Diabetes Prevention with Dr. Beverly Yates - S2E5

Eating food you love doesn't mean that your food loves you back. In this episode, Kashif is joined by holistic medicine practitioner Dr. Beverly Yates who shares her expertise on diabetes and how important continuous glucose monitoring is to keep your body functioning at its best. She shares about metabolic health to reduce the risk of getting different types of diabetes. Medical Disclaimer : The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not int...

Sep 26, 202250 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Understanding Proper Diet and Nutrition with JJ Virgin - S2E4

Changing what's at the end of your fork is irreplaceable. We often treat ourselves with what appeals to us based on appearance and taste but have we ever considered taking a step back and looking at its nutritional value? In this episode, learn to reevaluate your diet, and dive deep into the Virgin Diet with nutrition and weight loss expert, JJ Virgin. Medical Disclaimer : The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substi...

Sep 19, 202243 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Genetics and Alternative Treatments for Cancer and Other Diseases with Dr. Kevin Conners - S2E3

Understanding your genetics can bring wonders when it comes to treating and preventing disease. We talked to Dr. Kevin Conners of the Conners Clinic who has been devoting his study on alternative medicine for diseases such as cancer, autism, etc. Medical Disclaimer : The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or o...

Sep 12, 202251 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Brain Detoxification with Dr. Thomas Moorcroft - S2E2

We go above and beyond to get into diets that detoxify and cleanse our bodies. This includes juice cleansing, water diets, fasting, and the like - but do these methods support detox of our brain or is there more needed? Our brain is the command center of our bodily functions and needs maintenance on a daily basis. Find out how to detoxify the built up waste in our heads as we speak to Dr. Thomas Moorcroft of Origins of Health. Medical Disclaimer : The information provided in this communication i...

Sep 05, 202250 minSeason 2Ep. 2

What Ancient Traditions Can Teach Us About Modern Eating with Dr Madiha M. Saeed S2E1

Ancient traditions have been passed down for ages yet are sometimes taken for granted. In today's episode of the UNPILLED podcast, let's delve into these traditions with Dr. Madiha M. Saeed and be reminded of what they can teach us about modern eating. Going to our roots leads to a positive change for our health as these have been studied and proven from generation to generation. Medical Disclaimer : The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is...

Aug 29, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Live blood cell analysis with Shannon Gregory S1EP31

In Episode 31 of the Unpilled Podcast Kashif is joined by Shannon Gregory who gave up her Optometry practice in the pursuit of understanding how to treat with root cause by analyzing blood samples to see identify the underlying threats making us sick. Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46OaVEp. .. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast. .. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► ADD US ON INSTAGRAM: Kashif: https://www.instagram.com/kashkhanoff... DNA Company: https://www.instagram.com/...

Jul 04, 202245 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Can we live forever W/Kashif Khan S1E30

In episode 30 of the Unpilled Podcast, Kashif answers one big question - Can we live forever? Although science is trying to answer this question, Kashif discusses a different path that isn't yet part of the discussion. Has science already found the answer? Do your beliefs and perception prevent you from seeing the answer that's already right in front of you? Kashif says the answer to both is yes. Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46OaVEp. .. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...

Jun 28, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 30

What does our DNA say about evolution? - S1E29

In Episode 29 of The Unpilled Podcast, Kashif explores the concept of evolution and unlocks hidden messages in our DNA that tell us that, perhaps there is another answer. Do we actually evolve the way we currently understand or is something else happening? Who were our ancestors and how did we become who we are? Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46OaVEp. .. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast. .. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► ADD US ON INSTAGRAM: Kashif: https://www.instag...

Jun 20, 202236 minSeason 1Ep. 29

6 Steps To Changing A Habit W/ Kashif Khan - S1E28

In Episode 28 of The Unpilled Podcast, your host Kashif dives into the world of habits & behaviour, outlining 6 key steps in changing a habit for the better. Topics discussed include the mindset behind behaviour, embracing the fear of change, dopamine shifts, learning to say "No", identifying your golden habit, habit design, scaling & challenging habits, removing toxicity, identity change, influencing your peers, and advocating for change. Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/sho...

May 30, 202242 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Do Our Thoughts Affect Our Health W/ Kashif Khan - S1E27

In Episode 27 of the Unpilled Podcast, Kashif continues his Q&A series with a discussion on how powerful the mind can be in affecting our overall health. Conversation points include, neurochemical shifts, emotional load, family inherited trauma, the power of manifestation, the concept of string theory, developing habits through environment, and the universe within us. Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46OaVEp... iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SUBSCRIBE TO TH...

May 23, 202233 minSeason 1Ep. 27

How To Eat: Why Our Food Doesn't Match Our DNA with Kashif Khan - S1E26

In Episode 26 of The Unpilled Podcast, Kashif goes one on one in a sequel to his food episode, chatting about a variety of topics including proper dietary regimens, seasonal ancestral diets, fructose load, environmental & seasonal adjustments, availability, nutrition density, mood and behaviour, foreign chemicals, human evolution, and modern farming. Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46OaVEp... iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► ADD US...

May 16, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Optimize Results By Understanding Your Hormone Circadian Rhythm W/ Kashif Khan - S1E25

In Episode 25 of The Unpilled Podcast, Kashif takes a deep dive into the world of hormones, highlighting the differing cycles males/females experience and how to adapt to them. Conversation topics include: human optimization, women's vs men's training regimens, navigating the menstrual & MANstrual cycle, male testosterone peaks, outdated clinician training, doing your research, and content vs context. Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46OaVEp... iTunes: https://podcasts.apple...

May 09, 202237 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Weight Loss, Emotional Eating & Food As A Coping Mechanism W/ Kashif Khan - S1E24

In Episode 24 of the Unpilled Podcast, Kashif goes 1-on-1 to discuss one of his most highly requested topics, weight & weight loss. Conversation points highlighted include satiety in the gut, satisfaction and gene MC4r, addiction, shifting environments, UCP1 Gene & Thermal Regulations, a deep dive into exercise, building muscle vs fat, cellulite reduction, metabolization of micronutrients, lack of sleep vs obesity, and more. Listen On: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46OaVEp... iT...

May 02, 202239 minSeason 1Ep. 24

The Importance of Sleep & How To Maximize Rest Quality W/ Kashif Khan - S1E23

In episode 23 of The Unpilled Podcast, Kashif once again goes 1-on-1 with listeners to discuss one of the most highly requested topics and issues facing the lives of many, SLEEP! Conversation topics highlighted include what prevents people from quality sleep, how genetics affect rest, Circadian Rythym and BDNF, morning and evening routine, the effects of daylight, serotonin and melatonin, the mattress dilemma, nutritional aspects, hormone disrupters, addicting technologies, and thoughts on sleep...

Apr 25, 202241 minSeason 1Ep. 23
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