From Burnout to Balance: Dmitri George's Guide to Tailored Fitness and Lasting Health
S4 E48 • Dec 2, 2025 • 49 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alessi and Dmitri George discuss Dmitri's transition from a corporate career to fitness training. They explore his approach to client customization and the role of trainers in initial assessments. The conversation covers the integration of physical activity with resistance training and the importance of consistent nutritional habits, while highlighting common exercise mistakes. Psychological aspects of burnout and recovery are examined, alongside debunking health misinformation on social media. Topics include creating positive health habits, gut health's impact on wellness, and tailoring fitness programs to individual needs. The episode concludes with insights on involving family in health practices and viewing health as an investment.
Holiday Health Hacks: Nutrition, Sleep, and Stress Management for a Joyful Season
S4 E47 • Nov 25, 2025 • 32 minsIn this episode, explore the significance of maintaining health during the holiday season. Learn strategies for healthier eating and stress management, and understand how sleep and hormones influence holiday eating habits. Discover how to avoid the "I'll start in January" mentality with a blueprint for a healthy holiday plate and strategic shopping tips. Gain insights into eating strategically at parties and maintaining blood sugar control. Emphasizing health as a continuous journey, the episode delves into personalized nutrition, using blood and gut tests, and genetic markers for tailored dietary benefits. Biohacks and functional medicine tips offer a robust plan for holiday health, concluding with a call to action and closing remarks.
Biohacking and Beyond: Advanced Health Strategies and Daily Optimization Tips
S4 E46 • Nov 18, 2025 • 34 minsIn this episode, Carter West discusses his biohacking journey with Dr. Alfred Alessi, who advocates for proactive healthcare. They explore biohacking vs. bio harmonizing, focusing on sleep optimization, affirmations, and the influence of self-image on health. Additional topics include daytime optimization, therapeutic testosterone, methylene blue, red light therapy, inflammation, nutrition, seed oils, workout efficiency, and maintaining routines while traveling. They also delve into neuroplasticity through language learning. The episode wraps up with an introduction to Alessi Functional Health services and next steps for listeners.
Optimizing Health: Hormones, Stress, and the Path to Vitality
S4 E45 • Nov 11, 2025 • 35 minsIn this episode, explore the pivotal role of change in health with an exclusive offer for Health Decoded listeners. Dr. Alfred Alessi discusses hormones' impact on vitality, daily stressors, and their health implications. Learn about core restoration as a precursor to hormone therapy and comprehensive functional testing. Delve into therapeutic testosterone, hormone replacement, and bioidentical hormones. Discover the importance of data in distinguishing normal from optimized health. Listener engagement is encouraged through Q&A submissions. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and gratitude.
Integrative Health Insights: Chiropractic Care, Sleep Optimization, and Holistic Wellness Tips
S4 E44 • Nov 4, 2025 • 31 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi introduces the Total Care Program before welcoming Dr. Carter West to discuss chiropractic education and his family's chiropractic legacy. They explore integrative therapies in chiropractic care and the role of integrative health practices, including naturopathy and blood work analysis. Dr. West uses car analogies to explain health care approaches and reflects on Dr. Alessi's influence. Dr. Alessi shares lifestyle tips for mental health, emphasizing sleep optimization and hygiene, work-life balance, and biohacks like nasal breathing. Listener questions are addressed, and the episode concludes with a wrap-up and call to action.
Longevity Unlocked: Building Strength, Resilience, and Healthy Aging Habits
S4 E43 • Oct 28, 2025 • 20 minsIn this episode, Matt Tack introduces the concept of longevity and its significance in health. He explores the pillars of longevity and discusses the aging decay curve, emphasizing the importance of muscle mass and different training types for promoting long life. The episode delves into cognitive and emotional resilience as key factors in aging well. Matt shares practical tips for enhancing longevity, including the importance of hydration, adequate sleep, and maintaining consistency in health routines. A weekly challenge is presented to listeners, encouraging them to implement these strategies. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a call to action.
Health Momentum: Unlocking 1% Daily Health Gains, Quarterly Challenges, and Progress Over Perfection
S4 E42 • Oct 21, 2025 • 11 minsIn this episode, Matt Tack introduces listeners to the MAPS training method, emphasizing the value of self-competition in personal health journeys. The discussion highlights the power of compounding health benefits and the importance of tracking metrics. Matt outlines quarterly health challenges, such as a gut reset and a strength phase, providing listeners with actionable steps to enhance their well-being. Tips for navigating health during the holiday season are shared, underscoring the takeaway message of prioritizing progress over perfection. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and a call to action for listeners to engage with their health goals.
Gut Health Decoded: Probiotics, Dysbiosis, and Unlocking Your Microbiome's Potential
S3 E41 • Oct 14, 2025 • 25 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi goes in-depth on the critical role of probiotics in maintaining gut health and the importance of advanced testing to uncover hidden imbalances. They explore the key players in the gut microbiome and the potential dangers posed by pathobionts and pathogens. The discussion highlights the connections between dysbiosis and chronic health issues, emphasizing the importance of recognizing leaky gut markers. Sponsored by Alessi Functional Health, the episode provides insights into functional markers and digestive health. Listeners are guided on actionable steps from their personalized gut health reports and accessing their gut health scores. The episode concludes with closing thoughts and contact information.
Debunking Wellness: Gut Health, Nutrition, and Thriving with Dr. Anya Szigeti
S3 E40 • Oct 7, 2025 • 52 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Dr. Anya Szigeti delve into the complexities of IBS and its diagnosis. Dr. Szigeti shares her background in functional medicine and discusses the impact of healthy fats, sleep, and gut health on thyroid function. They explore patient care, diagnostic testing, and the Zigeti Method. The conversation shifts to mindset, sleep hygiene, and health optimization, highlighting insights from Dr. Szigeti's new book on health and diet. Gender differences in fasting, personalized nutrition, and protein's role in diet are examined. The importance of fiber and optimal health markers are emphasized. The episode concludes with Dr. Szigeti's upcoming projects and contact information.
Longevity Unveiled: Early Warning Signs, Lifestyle Choices, and Functional Medicine Approaches
S3 E39 • Sep 30, 2025 • 35 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi discusses recognizing health warning signs and their impact on longevity. They explore insights from blue zones, the genetics vs. lifestyle debate, and early aging red flags. The role of environment and lifestyle in aging is examined, with a focus on testing and tracking for longevity. They highlight functional medicine's view on metabolic health, muscle mass, and body composition. The episode compares advanced longevity testing options and discusses conventional and functional approaches, including regenerative therapies. It concludes with thoughts on enhancing longevity and encourages listener interaction.
Thyroid Health Decoded: Weight, Function, and Healing with Functional Medicine
S3 E38 • Sep 23, 2025 • 24 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi goes into the connection between thyroid function and weight management. They discuss the thyroid gland's role in the HPT axis and how dysfunction affects weight. A case study underscores the risks of misdiagnosis and the need for thorough testing. Common symptoms are highlighted as vital warning signs. Sponsored by Alessi Functional Health's six R gut healing protocol, the episode stresses comprehensive testing in functional medicine. Practical tips for eliminating thyroid triggers and lifestyle changes are shared. Personalized assistance from Alessi Functional Health is available, encouraging listener engagement.
Foundational Health Habits: Overcoming Quick Fixes and Building Lasting Wellness
S3 E37 • Sep 16, 2025 • 19 minsIn this episode, Matt Tack talks about the importance of foundational health habits over quick fixes, exploring the limitations of popular diet shows like "The Biggest Loser." They discuss why habits are crucial for long-term health and address the role of inflammation in health and longevity. The episode highlights the use of GLP-1 medications and emphasizes healing from the inside out. Insights from "Atomic Habits" and the Alessi Total Care Program are shared to enhance habit formation. The episode is sponsored by the Repair, Clear, and Thrive challenge and concludes with closing remarks and a call to action for listeners.
Healing from Within: The Gut Health Connection and Functional Medicine Insights
S3 E36 • Sep 9, 2025 • 32 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi goes into the foundations of functional medicine, beginning with an introduction to the new "Repair, Clear, and Thrive" challenge. They explore the complexities of gut health, emphasizing the microbiome's intricate functions and its vulnerability to modern life's impacts. The discussion highlights symptoms of gut dysfunction and the role of functional medicine testing in identifying these issues. Key topics include tests for gut dysfunction and the Five R gut healing protocol, which underscores gut healing as an ongoing process. The episode concludes by linking gut health to overall well-being, offering insights into foundational health practices.
Repair, Clear, and Thrive: Building Health and Community
S3 E35 • Sep 2, 2025 • 25 minsIn this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi introduce the "Repair, Clear, and Thrive" challenge, spotlighting its role in promoting holistic health. They share updates on their clinic's expansion, new treatments, and the three pillars of health. The discussion highlights the importance of health professionals leading by example and introduces new clinic services. The episode delves into the challenge's social aspects and its potential for community building. A preview of future content sets the stage for upcoming episodes, while listeners are encouraged to engage by liking, subscribing, and sharing. Health resources and newsletter information are provided, concluding with expressions of gratitude.
Unlocking the Fountain of Youth Muscle as Medicine
S3 E34 • Aug 26, 2025 • 30 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the vital link between muscle and longevity, introducing a new challenge. With insights from Dr. Swathi, they discuss muscle as medicine, its impact on lifespan, and its role in preventing chronic diseases. Key topics include sarcopenia, grip strength, metabolism, and strategies to combat muscle loss through strength testing and biomarkers. Nutritional approaches and emerging therapies for muscle enhancement are also covered. The episode concludes with insights into Alessi Functional Health's personalized plans, offering valuable resources for maintaining muscle health.
Functional Medicine Unveiled: Muscle Health, Inflammation, and Personalized Care
S3 E33 • Aug 19, 2025 • 32 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi explores the importance of muscle mass in health, sharing his background in functional medicine and personal health journey. He defines functional medicine, emphasizing its focus on inflammation, gut health, and hormonal imbalances. Dr. Alessi discusses patient treatment experiences and the personalization of functional medicine, including the integration of technology. The episode highlights muscle health, featuring success stories with MyOSMD, and includes a message from the sponsor, MYOSMD. It concludes with closing remarks and a call to action, inviting listeners to connect with Dr. Alessi for further insights.
Rethinking Normal Labs: Functional Health Insights and Empowering Personalized Care
S3 E32 • Aug 12, 2025 • 29 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the myth of "normal" lab results and their implications for health. They discuss why normal labs may not reflect optimal health, highlighting the limitations of modern medicine. The conversation contrasts functional and conventional medicine, emphasizing proactive health and understanding glucose levels during disease's smoldering phase. Financial aspects of healthcare and patient empowerment are also examined. Key functional ranges for TSH, blood sugar, inflammation, and liver function are discussed, alongside the Alessi Total Care Blood Panel and advanced testing. The episode stresses personalized health plans, offering exclusive listener discounts and concluding with closing remarks.
Decoding Weight Loss: GLP-1 Drugs, Root Causes, and Comprehensive Health Strategies
S3 E31 • Aug 5, 2025 • 39 minsIn this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi introduce the Alessi Total Care Program, tackling frustrations with medications and the rise of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. They discuss obesity's root causes, including hormonal impacts, sleep, circadian rhythms, and metabolic health. The episode examines toxic burden, inflammation, and gut health in weight management. It explores appetite suppressants, metabolic reeducation, and personalized approaches with testing, nutrition, and exercise. Strategies like detox, peptide therapy, and nervous system support are also discussed, concluding with insights into the Alessi Total Care Program.
Women's Health Decoded: Hormonal Balance, Perimenopause, and Functional Solutions
S3 E30 • Jul 29, 2025 • 32 minsIn this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack delve into women's health, focusing on hormones and perimenopause. They differentiate between perimenopause and menopause, emphasizing the impact of hormonal disruptors. The discussion highlights the functional medicine approach to hormone testing, alongside gut health, metabolic, and toxic burden assessments. They explore protocols for achieving hormonal balance, including lifestyle and dietary modifications. The episode concludes with special offers and encouragement for listener engagement, providing a comprehensive guide to navigating hormonal health challenges.
Mastering Nervous System Health: Vagus Nerve Insights and Healing Strategies
S3 E29 • Jul 22, 2025 • 35 minsIn this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi delve into the importance of the vagus nerve and its role in nervous system regulation. They identify symptoms and signs of a dysregulated nervous system before presenting comprehensive solutions for enhancing vagal tone. The discussion covers the healing hierarchy and a three-pillar approach to nervous system healing, incorporating functional medicine strategies. Clinical evidence and regenerative tools for vagal nerve activation are explored, highlighting personalized plans available at Alessi Functional Health. The episode concludes with a call to action and closing remarks.


