LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam

Today, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Jennifer Simmons, a breast cancer surgeon turned functional medicine oncologist, who is redefining breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and screening. Use Jenn's code: Drjenn20 for 20% of the Auria test.   What We Discuss: Critique of Mammograms and Below-Average Efficacy ... 03:15 Canadian Breast Cancer Screening Trial Findings ... 06:50 Concerns with Overdiagnosis in Mammograms ... 08:25 Consequences of Unnecessary Breast Cancer Treatments ... 11:40 Absence of Predictive Tests for Cancer Aggressiveness ... 15:10 Debunking the Myth of Early Detection's Efficacy ... 18:00 Dense Breast Tissue and Mammogram Limitations ... 21:30 Risks Associated with Mammogram Radiation ... 24:10 Importance of Lymphatic System Health ... 29:00 Alternative Approaches to Monitoring Breast Health ... 32:20 Holistic Benefits of Rebounding, Dry Skin Brushing ... 35:45 Criticism of Restrictive Bras and Advice on Usage ... 38:10 Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Insights ... 41:20 Misconceptions About Estrogen and Breast Cancer ... 45:05 Introduction to the Mitolux Device ... 51:50 Dietary and Physical Recommendations for Optimal Health ... 54:20 History and Long-term Impact of Breast Health ... 1:09:05 Pharmaceutical Dependencies and Lifestyle Impact ... 1:12:20 Arguments Against Over-treatment of DCIS ... 1:15:30 Innovative Breast Cancer Screening Tests: AURIA and QT Scan ... 1:18:50 Challenges with Current Breast Cancer Treatments ... 1:22:10 Ethical Considerations in Breast Cancer Treatment ... 1:25:45   Made Possible By Our Amazing Sponsor: SiPhox - SiPhox Health offers at-home blood testing solutions, providing custom supplements based on your personalized blood work. Visit http://SiPhoxhealth.com/nat and use code LONGEVITY to save on your test.   Manukora - Looking to boost your immunity and gut health with nature's finest? Manukora Honey, sourced from New Zealand, brings you high-quality honey rich in health benefits. Visit this link http://manukora.pxf.io/kO0rJN to enjoy a special discount with the code LONGEVITY.   Wizard Sciences - Ready to upgrade your brain game? Unlock your cognitive potential with Neural Rx. Use code NAT15 at checkout to get 15% off your purchase. Don’t wait—start the year with a sharper, more focused mind. Visit Wizardsciences.com   Nat's Links: YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group

In today's episode, I reveal the top health trends of 2025 that you can't afford to miss.   What We Discuss: 2025 Trends in Health ... 01:15 GLP1s: Managing body composition with emerging variations ... 01:30 Importance of lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise alongside GLP1s ... 03:45 Home Testing Innovations ... 05:05 Theriom’s Aristotle Test and upcoming microbiome test ... 05:25 MI Screen: Non-invasive mitochondrial function test ... 07:40 True Diagnostic: The Harmony Test for aging ... 09:00 Syphox: Comprehensive blood analysis innovation ... 10:45 Vaitrakt: Affordable gut microbiome test ... 11:35 Prodrome Science Test: Practitioner guided health insights ... 13:20 Early Cancer Detection Advances ... 15:00 Auria Test: Tear-based breast cancer detection ... 16:50 QT Scan: Imaging dense breasts non-invasively ... 18:35 Cardiovision Care: Predictive cardiovascular disease test ... 20:10 Emerging Technologies in Peptides and Bioregulators ... 21:45 Enhanced bioavailability through skin delivery ... 22:00 Addressing past traumas and experiences for holistic health ... 27:25 Closing Remarks and Teasers for Future Episodes ... 31:30     Made Possible By Our Amazing Sponsor: Mitopure from Timeline: Improve your cellular health by taking Mitopure in its simplest form with two vegan softgels daily for the recommended dose of Urolithin A (500mg of Mitopure). Visit timeline.com/nat10 for 10% off. That's timeline.com/nat10.     Nat's Links: YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group  

Today’s guest, Jean Fallacara, is part scientist, part philosopher, and 100% here to help us rethink mornings, aging, and what it means to truly live well.   What We Discuss: Biohacking challenges: optimizing versus expensive elite pursuit ... 09:26 Lifestyle shift is about sustainable, basic habits ... 13:56 Embrace natural lifestyle over modern "biohacking" ... 17:17 Calm mornings improved her busy, chaotic life ... 24:51 Morning meditation, mindfulness, present focus, no projections ... 28:39 Be the pilot of your own life ... 35:09 Age-defying calisthenics through mind-body connection ... 39:56 Gut health impacts resolutions; probiotics enhance success ... 45:56 Adjusting age impacts health, but basics remain ... 54:37 Fasting activates autophagy, aiding natural fat loss ... 59:08 Fasting weekly now, lost weight too fast ... 01:01:41 Prioritizing sleep improves well-being despite noise ... 01:06:45 Challenged, not sore; testing improved suit technology ... 01:12:03 AI impacts research, urges responsibility for future ... 01:20:05 AI-powered platform offers personalized supplement recommendations ... 01:22:44   Made Possible By Our Amazing Sponsors: Zona Health - A small, handheld device that you squeeze using the science of isometric exercise. In just a few minutes a day, it can naturally boost blood flow, reduce stress, and lower your blood pressure. Visit zona.com, and use code NAT24 to save $100 on your Zona Plus. Puori - Ready to ditch the questionable protein powders? Visit Puori.com/NAT and use my code NAT to get 20% off your first order. Or, if you want to go big and get nearly a third off with a subscription, you can do that too. Head to Puori.com/NAT and use promo code NAT at checkout. Just Thrive - The only probiotic guaranteed to arrive 100% alive where you need it most. Visit JustThriveHealth.com and use code NAT20 for 20% off your first 90 day bottle   Nat's Links: YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group  

Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and struggling to achieve lasting weight loss? Have you heard about the buzz surrounding GLP-1 agonist medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide but aren't sure how to effectively incorporate them into your journey?    In today’s episode, Dr. Gus Vickery and I discuss the effective use of GLP-1 agonist medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide for sustainable weight loss. He emphasizes the need for a mindset shift, viewing these drugs as powerful tools to catalyze positive changes rather than easy fixes or crutches. Dr. Vickery explains that these medications provide leverage to implement foundational healthy habits and that the key to success lies in focusing on nutrient sufficiency, not just calorie restriction.   We also discuss concerns surrounding GLP-1 medications, such as the potential for muscle loss and the risk of regaining weight after discontinuing the drugs. He shares strategies to mitigate these issues, including resistance training, adequate protein intake, and gradual dose reduction when nearing one's goal weight.   Dr. Gus Vickery is an author, speaker, and the founder and directing physician of Authentic Health in Asheville, North Carolina. He established his practice with a commitment to delivering holistic, compassionate, and evidence-based care.   Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: BiOptimizers: BiOptimizers: Go to bioptimizers.com/bionat and enter the coupon code BIONAT to get 10% off your order.   What We Discuss:  04:00 Understanding the Power of Peptides 07:45 The Underlying Benefits of Peptides 12:59 Addressing Concerns about Side Effects 29:06 The Right Way to Use Peptides 30:06 Hormone Therapy and Peptides 34:12 Nutrient Sufficiency and Protein 41:17 The Impact of Fasting and Gut Health 45:33 Addressing Microbiome Balance 58:56 The Pace of Fat Loss and Patience 59:42 Pushing Through Plateaus and Delicate Nervous System 01:07:13 Managing Hormetic Stress and Resting the Nervous System 01:09:00 Choosing Carbs or Fats and Individualization   Key Takeaways: Peptides can be a powerful tool for improving body composition and metabolic health. It is important to understand the proper use of peptides and not rely on them as a quick fix or easy way out. Peptides have a range of benefits, including improving insulin sensitivity and reducing fatty liver disease. Concerns about side effects and risks should be weighed against the potential benefits and individual circumstances   Find more from Dr. Gus Vickery:  Website: https://drgusvickery.com/  Authentic Health Book: https://drgusvickery.com/book/  Instagram: @drgusvickerymd  Youtube: The Family Doctor   Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ  Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community  Sign up for Nats Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/  Website: www.NatNiddam.com    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance