Grace Hawkins on Personalized Health & Hidden Root Causes | SNH Podcast #162
Health Optimization Medicine Podcast
Release Date: 02/11/2026
The Trust Crisis in Healthcare (And How to Fix It) | HOMe Podcast #008
Health Optimization Medicine Podcast
In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, Dr. Scott Sherr sits down with JJ Virgin — nutrition expert, bestselling author, and founder of the Health Business Growth Collective — to explore how healthcare practitioners can build trust, authority, and impact in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. With the rise of AI and what JJ calls a “trust recession,” the traditional ways of building a practice are no longer enough. Instead, practitioners must learn how to stand out as a trusted authority — combining credibility, authenticity, and real-world proof. JJ breaks...
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Mental Health Starts at the Cellular Level | HOMe Podcast #007
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In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, Boomer Anderson, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Dr. Scott Sherr, and Jodi Duval explore mental health through the lens of health optimization medicine. Rather than viewing mental health as a set of diagnoses, the conversation reframes it as a function of cellular health — where brain function is driven by mitochondrial performance, inflammation, nutrient status, and environmental inputs. From neurotransmitter imbalances to brain inflammation and the gut-brain-microbiome axis, this episode breaks down how modern stressors, lifestyle, and...
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The Cell Danger Response Explained (Why You’re Not Healing) | HOMe Podcast #006
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In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, join Boomer Anderson, Dr. Ted Achacoso, and Jodi Duval as they break down one of the most important frameworks in Health Optimization Medicine — the Cell Danger Response (CDR). Originally developed by Dr. Robert Naviaux, the Cell Danger Response explains how cells respond to threat, adapt for survival, and either resolve or become “stuck” — leading to chronic disease. This episode walks through the three stages of the CDR, how mitochondria act as both sensors and signaling hubs, and why many modern conditions — from...
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Microglia, Metabolism & the Future of Brain Health | HOMe Podcast #005
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In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, Dr. Scott Sherr is joined by renowned neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter to explore one of the most important breakthroughs in brain health — the role of microglia. Often overlooked, microglial cells are the brain’s immune system and play a central role in determining whether the brain thrives or degenerates over time. Dr. Perlmutter explains how these cells can shift between protective (M2) and destructive (M1) states — and how this shift underlies neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s,...
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The Science of Chronobiology & Health Optimization | HOMe Podcast #004
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In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, join Boomer Anderson, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Dr. Allen Bookatz, and Jodi Duval as they explore chronobiology — and how modern life is disrupting the body’s natural rhythms. From jet lag and shift work to late-night scrolling and irregular meals, the conversation dives into what Dr. Ted calls “circadian pollution” — the mismatch between our biology and the environments we’ve created. More importantly, the team breaks down simple, powerful tools to re-entrain your body clock using light, food timing, and movement — all...
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Health vs Disease Markers: What Doctors Miss | HOMe Podcast #003
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In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, join Boomer Anderson, Jodi Duval, Dr. Allen Bookatz, and Dr. Ted Achacoso as they explore the future of clinical intelligence — and why medicine must move beyond single biomarkers to understanding networks within the body. Rather than chasing isolated lab values like glucose, cholesterol, or testosterone, the conversation shifts toward a systems-based approach — where every biomarker is part of a dynamic network of relationships. From metabolomics to hormone balance, this episode explains why optimizing health requires...
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The Biology of Comfort and Why We Need Stress | HOMe Podcast #002
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In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, join Dr. Scott Sherr, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Dr. Allen Bookatz, and Jodi Duval as they explore the hidden cost of convenience and comfort in modern life. From ultra-processed foods and low-fiber diets to sedentary lifestyles and technology-driven comfort, the conversation dives into how convenience is quietly reshaping our biology. The HOMeHOPe Faculty explains why small daily habits — like eating whole foods, moving regularly, and embracing mild discomfort — are essential for maintaining cellular health and...
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What Is Health Optimization Medicine? | HOMe Podcast #001
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In this episode of the Health Optimization Medicine Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring the core philosophical framework behind Health Optimization Medicine. Dr. Scott Sherr, Boomer Anderson, and Dr. Allen Bookatz break down the three fundamental perspective shifts that redefine how we think about health, disease, aging, and the human body itself. Rather than focusing on disease management, this episode introduces the foundational principles behind building health from the cellular level up. Join us as we delve into: • The shift from...
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Dr. Helen Messier on AI, Epigenetics & the Future of Aging | SNH Podcast #165
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In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Helen Messier joins Dr. Scott Sherr for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation about longevity, epigenetics, AI-powered medicine, and the real meaning of healthspan. From whole genome sequencing to digital twins and emotional resilience, this episode bridges cutting-edge science with deeply human healing in a way that challenges how we think about aging. Join us as we delve into: The difference between lifespan and healthspan — and why resilience matters more than years Whole genome sequencing, polygenic risk scores, and...
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52 Years in Nutritional Medicine with Dr. Alan Gaby | SNH Podcast #164
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In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Alan Gaby joins Jodi Duval to explore over five decades of clinical experience in nutritional medicine. From vitamin C and magnesium to hidden food allergies and the Myers’ Cocktail, this conversation unpacks what actually works — and why much of it is still ignored by conventional medicine. Join us as we delve into: • Why magnesium may be the most overlooked nutrient deficiency • Folic acid vs. methylfolate — what the research really says • The truth about vitamin C, IV therapy, and immune resilience • Hidden food allergies...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Grace Hawkins joins Jodi Duval to share her inspiring journey from medical misdiagnosis to becoming a personalized health mentor. With a background in naturopathy and clinical diagnostics, Grace blends DNA, blood chemistry, and HTMA testing to help her clients uncover the root causes of dysfunction and reclaim agency in their health journey.
From endometriosis and burnout to lab interpretation and emotional patterns, this episode is a roadmap for how to think critically, test wisely, and personalize healing in a system that often fails to see the whole picture.
Join us as we explore:
• Grace’s approach to personalized testing: DNA, HTMA & blood
• Emotional patterns, heavy metals & how HTMA reveals hidden stories
• How to empower clients with data and narrative — not just prescriptions
• The future of health mentorship and integrative practitioner models
This episode is for you if:
• You’ve been told “your labs are normal” — but you still don’t feel right
• You’re curious about DNA or hair mineral testing but don’t know where to start
• You’re a clinician seeking a smarter approach to functional workups
• You believe healing means slow medicine — not just instant fixes
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