Smarter Not Harder podcast

Karindy Ong | From Breath to Better Health
Mar 05, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Karindy Ong, a leading expert in airway health, myofunctional therapy, and optimizing brain function through breathing and oral health, shares her deep knowledge of how the airway, jaw, tongue, and nasal breathing impact everything from sleep quality to overall health. Whether you're struggling with sleep apnea, snoring, or just curious about how to breathe better, this episode is packed with actionable insights and fascinating science.
Dr. Olivia Lesslar | Neuroimmune Chaos & Dysautonomia: Modern Health Mysteries
Feb 26, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Olivia Lesslar discusses how modern challenges impact human survival mechanisms. Dr. Lesslar discusses her unique frameworks like the "Eight Ancient Survival Threats" and the "Network of Threat Detection Systems" to explain how modern syndromes such as dysautonomia and POTS are formed due to evolutionary biology and modern stressors. She delves into optimization strategies for citizen astronauts, stress resilience, and the importance of the mind-body connection.
Dr. Deanna Minich | The Rainbow Diet: A Colorful Approach to Nutrition
Feb 19, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Deanna Minich dives deep into the fascinating world of nutritional science, food colors, and the mind-body connection. Dr. Minich, a nutritional scientist, functional medicine expert, and author of "The Rainbow Diet," explains how different food colors impact various body systems including cardiovascular, reproductive, digestive, and brain health. Discover practical strategies to incorporate more colors into your meals, the importance of dietary diversity, the concept of the phytoneuroendocrine system, and why the rainbow diet is a sustainable approach to long-term health.
Dr. John Kim | Mold, Medications, and Mitochondrial Health
Feb 12, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. John Kim discusses the impact of various medications on nutrient deficiency and mitochondrial dysfunction. He focuses on commonly prescribed medications such as statins, PPIs, SSRIs, and antibiotics, detailing their effects on essential nutrients like CoQ10, B vitamins, and magnesium. Dr. Kim also shares insights on the interplay between pharmaceutical and nutraceutical treatments, the importance of hormone levels, and mitochondrial health.
Kara Siedman | Microbiome 101: How Your Gut Shapes Your Health
Feb 05, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Kara Siedman, an expert in gut health and a functional dietitian, deep dives into the concept of endotoxemia. She discusses the role of lipopolysaccharides (LPS) in systemic inflammation and its connection to chronic conditions such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Kara explains the importance of maintaining a balanced and diverse microbiome through diet, emphasizing the role of keystone species like Akkermansia muciniphila.
Dr. Bryce Appelbaum | Biohack Your Vision: Exploring Functional Eye Care
Jan 29, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Bryce Appelbaum discusses the intricacies of vision health. He elaborates on his unconventional journey into optometry and the proactive approach he takes in treating vision problems, viewing them as brain issues. Covering topics like visual development in children, recovery from concussions, and the importance of proper visual ergonomics, Dr. Appelbaum provides insights into advanced therapies like vision performance training and digital performance lenses.

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