In this episode of the Health Upgrade podcast, we welcome Cathy Eason, Chief Science Officer at Berkeley Life, for a deep dive into the crucial role of blood flow and nitric oxide in overall health. Cathy shares her journey from bodywork and exercise physiology to functional nutrition, emphasizing how optimal blood flow supports everything from…

On this episode of the Health Upgrade podcast, we have the pleasure to welcome Dr. Rollin McCraty from HeartMath to explore the fascinating science of heart coherence, heart rate variability, and the energetic connections that shape our well-being. Dr. McCraty shares his journey from engineering to consciousness studies, highlighting how the rhythms of the heart…

In this episode of the Health Upgrade Podcast, we take a close look at skin health and explore the connections between the skin, gut, and airway microbiomes. We discuss how common conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis are not just isolated to the skin, but often reflect deeper imbalances occurring inside the body. We share…

In this episode,  we have the pleasure to sit down with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, an interventional cardiologist turned functional medicine advocate, to explore the world of optimal health for high performers. Dr. Bhojraj shares his compelling journey from the front lines of cardiac emergencies to a holistic approach focused on diet, lifestyle, and root-cause healing.…

In this episode of the Health Upgrade podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating connection between GLP-1 receptor agonist medications (like Ozempic and Wegovy) and the vagus nerve. We break down how our bodies naturally release GLP-1, the key role of protein intake, and why slow, mindful eating matters for satiety. Throughout the conversation, we…