Episode 294: Cynthia Thurlow
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Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, bestselling author, and leading voice in women’s metabolic health. With over two decades of clinical experience, she’s known for translating complex science into practical strategies—helping women navigate perimenopause, optimize fasting, and reclaim energy, resilience, and long-term wellness. In this episode, Dr. Brian and Cynthia talk about… (00:00) Intro (04:30) Why Cynthia became so interested in the gut microbiome as a women’s health expert (10:07) Gut health, blood sugar, and insulin resistance (12:04) Fiber, carnivore, and the...
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Episode 293: Brenda Sowers Shares Her Remarkable Recovery from Spike Protein Toxicity
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Brenda Sowers has had an incredible and crazy health journey—survivor of brain cancer, two brain tumors, and spike protein-related health complications. Before her health took a turn for the worse in 2019, Brenda was an active, healthy, ultra-runner. Thanks to her discovery of Dr. Thomas Seyfried and others in the metabolic health space, she has been able to reclaim her health from the brink of disaster. In this episode, Dr. Brian and Brenda talk about… (00:00) Intro (03:13) Brenda’s battle with brain cancer (08:27) Brenda’s experience of going through radiation and chemo...
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Episode 292: Elliot Overton
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Elliot Overton is a nutritionist based in France, and is considered to be an expert in the clinical application of high-dose thiamine therapy. Elliot frequently lectures and speaks at educational events aimed at practitioners, helping to broaden the understanding and application of thiamine in clinical settings. Furthermore, he is cofounder and CEO of Objective Nutrients, a nutraceutical company specializing in excipient-free thiamine derivatives and related supplements. Elliot’s overarching aim is to increase awareness about the benefits of thiamine through education and advocacy,...
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Episode 291: Dr. Kimberly Albarran
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Dr. Kimberly Albarran is a physician and thoughtful voice in modern medicine, known for her patient-centered approach and commitment to improving health outcomes beyond the exam room. With a background that blends clinical expertise and a deep understanding of lifestyle-driven health, she brings a nuanced perspective to topics like prevention, metabolic health, and sustainable behavior change. Dr. Albarran is passionate about empowering patients with practical tools and clear, evidence-based insights to take control of their well-being—making her a compelling and relatable voice in today’s...
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Episode 290: Joe Duarte
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Joe Duarte is a social psychologist focused on how culture, identity, and group dynamics shape the way we think, behave, and connect. His work explores the psychological forces driving polarization, belonging, and belief formation in modern society. Drawing on both research and real-world insight, Joe brings a nuanced perspective to some of today’s most pressing social questions. In this episode, Dr. Brian and Joe talk about… (00:00) Intro (04:17) Joe’s work on ideological bias (16:12) Jay Bhattacharya and the NIH (29:09) Fixing systemic bias in medicine, academics, and federal...
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Episode 289: Veronica Thompson
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Veronica Thompson, LCSW, is a certified trauma therapist, a committed Christian, and a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. She has dedicated more than twenty years to helping children, teens, and families navigate and overcome the trauma of sexual abuse. In her writing and clinical work, Veronica explores the intersection of the Christian faith with the best clinical psychotherapy practices. In this episode, Dr. Brian and Veronica talk about… (00:00) Intro (04:12) The varieties of early traumatic childhood experiences and how they impact people later in life (10:58) Childhood sexual abuse...
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Episode 288: Dr. Jason Fung
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Dr. Jason Fung is a Canadian nephrologist and leading voice in metabolic health, best known for making the science of fasting and insulin resistance simple, practical, and empowering. Through his books, lectures, and clinical work, he’s helped thousands rethink weight loss, type 2 diabetes, and long-term health by focusing on hormones, not just calories. Dr. Fung is the co-founder of The Fasting Method and a sought-after educator on metabolic health. In this episode, Drs. Brian, Tro, and Jason talk about… (00:00) Intro (05:46) The new dietary guidelines and food pyramid (08:02) The...
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Episode 287: David Schmitz
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David Schmitz, along with his wife, is the co-founder of Keto Keto Carnivore. Keto Keto Carnivore is a keto/carnivore-centered bakery and restaurant on Route 66 in Kingman Arizona. They offer Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free, Seed Oil-Free products! In this episode, Dr. Brian and David talk about… (00:00) Intro (03:50) How FBOMB foods by Ross Taylor changed David’s life (07:48) David’s bipolar diagnosis and how it impacted his life (11:06) How carnivore and Fenbendazole radically improved David’s bipolar symptoms (23:38) Striking the balance between killing unwanted parasites and co-existing...
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Episode 286: Kayla Girgen, RD
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Kayla Girgen, RD, LD, CPT is a registered dietitian and metabolic health coach helping people move beyond dieting into sustainable strength and metabolic health. Known for integrating nutrition with practical movement, she champions rucking as a simple, powerful tool for improving blood sugar balance, resilience, and body composition. In this episode, Dr. Brian and Kayla talk about… (00:00) Intro (04:53) Rucking (06:51) Kayla’s journey to becoming a metabolic health-focused RD (12:57) Why rucking is a great form of exercise (20:51) Research on the benefits of rucking (26:40) Tips for...
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Episode 285: Dr. Ron Elfenbein
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Dr. Ron Elfenbein is an emergency physician and healthcare entrepreneur who found himself at the center of a high-stakes legal battle after being indicted on federal healthcare fraud charges. Maintaining his innocence, he mounted a determined fight against the allegations, challenging the government’s case and drawing national attention to the complexities of medical billing, regulatory overreach, and due process in modern healthcare. In this episode, Drs. Brian and Ron talk about… (00:00) Intro (04:20) What it’s like being an ER doctor (08:04) Dr. Ron’s experience working in the ER...
info_outlineThank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Dr. Donald Adema, DO is a Board-certified family practitioner practicing in Santee (San Diego County), California. Dr. Adema has a great interest in blending all approaches to palliative care and he dedicates a part of his practice to hospice and ambulatory pain management. Dr. Lenzkes and Dr. Adema met recently at a meeting with the world renowned Dr. Peter McCullough. In this conversation, they get back together to talk about a wide array of topics related to medicine.
In their discussion, Brian and Donald talk about the impact of COVID on palliative and hospice care, the negative effects of COVID policies imposed by government and adopted by hospitals and care facilities, physician burnout and its primary causes, effective ways to treat COVID, the massive and far-reaching health benefits of reducing inflammation in the body by optimizing diet, practical hands-on wisdom about being a good doctor, the importance of faith in medicine and in life, and why stress is a seriously underrated health factor.
Life’s Best Medicine According to Donald: “Keep moving! If you don’t move—if you become stationary—your insulin gets tired, your inflammation goes up, and your appetite grows. So keep moving! Keep your brain moving, keep your body moving, and keep your prayers going.”
Thank you for listening. Have a blessed day and stay healthy!
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