213. Rose Ferguson: Q&A on MTHFR Gene Mutation, Autoimmune Disease, Cognitive Decline, & More!

Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ For more info on Gary, please click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate Are you struggling with chronic health issues or auto-immune issues that don’t seem to go away? Gary Brecka sat down with Dr. David Minkoff to reveal how chronic issues like autoimmune disease, fatigue and weight loss stalls may stem from overlooked causes that your average doctor doesn’t think to look for. Dr. Minkoff is the author of the book, “The Search For The Perfect Protein” and an avid athlete himself. He’s completed 43 ironman triathlons so far and aims to live a lifestyle that sets an example for others, so they can enjoy a life free of pain and full of energy! You'll learn cutting-edge approaches for addressing the root problems holding you back from vitality through lifestyle tweaks, targeted supplements and more. Dr. Minkoff also dives into regenerative cancer treatments, Lyme disease protocols and anti-aging strategies to help you finally reclaim your energy and wellbeing! 00:40 - Who is Dr. David Minkoff? 02:22 - “The Search For The Perfect Protein” 03:15 - What are amino acids and how do they work? 07:00 - How does aging impact our need for protein? 10:50 - What proteins have the highest absorption rate? 15:00 - What makes “The Perfect Amino” so efficient? 18:00 - How antacids are hurting people and blocking your ability to absorb nutrients. 21:00 - What causes SIBO and how to treat it? (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) 24:45 - Can Hashimoto’s be treated naturally? 28:45 - What are the two main causes of autoimmune conditions? 30:00 - How common is lyme disease? Why is it hard to detect? 35:30 - Can your teeth impact the health of the rest of your body? 43:00 - The Top 3 Culprits of Invisible Sicknesses: Mold, Root Canals, & Lyme Disease 45:00 - What does acupuncture teach us about connections in the body? 46:30 - Can you treat Lyme Disease naturally? 49:30 - What peptides do you recommend to treat Lyme Disease? 52:30 - Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). 56:30 - What are the most common causes of cancer? 01:01:45 - What are the two main characteristics of cancer cells? 01:04:30 - Are there tests to take to proactively to avoid cancer? 01:08:00 - How is Dr. David Minkoff’s clinic treating cancer? 01:14:50 - Where to connect with Dr. Minkoff. Connect with Dr. David Minkoff’s Clinic on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeworkswellnesscenter/ Connect with Dr. David Minkoff’s Clinic: https://www.lifeworkswellnesscenter.com/ Check Out His Supplements: https://bodyhealth.com/ Get his book: “The Search For The Perfect Protein” Gary Brecka: @garybrecka The Ultimate Human: @ultimatehumanpod Subscribe on YouTube: @ultimatehumanpodcast The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Feb 20241h 24min

Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ For more info on Gary, please click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate I’m answering your most popular questions! In today’s special Q&A, Gary Brecka shares his top tips for boosting energy, reducing inflammation, and improving mood through practices like cold water therapy, hydrogen water, and dry sauna! We’re also diving into the best air filters that you can actually help you remove mold from your home! 01:00 - How much Hydrogen water do I drink per day? 03:45 - What’s my cold plunge routine and what are the best practices for it? 06:15 - Should I be taking creatine? If so, how much should I take? 08:00 - What’s your favorite at-home infrared sauna? 08:50 - Are gummy vitamins healthy? 10:15 - What is my preferred aif filter? 14:30 - How do I join the Rule Brecka community? 16:00 - How do you treat brain fog? 17:30 - What’s the difference between an infrared sauna and a dry sauna? Links Mentioned: https://hydrogenstudies.com/ https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ FOLLOW Gary Brecka: @garybrecka The Ultimate Human: @ultimatehumanpod Subscribe on YouTube: @ultimatehumanpodcast The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Feb 202418min

Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ For more info on Gary, please click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate Do you ever find yourself staring at ingredient labels but aren’t really sure what you’re looking at? Gary Brecka is breaking down how to decode the ingredient list and what to avoid. The food industry has begun to list “category summaries” rather than direct ingredient names for ingredients that they label as questionable. You’ve seen labels like “heart healthy” and “all natural” but what does that actually mean? From High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) to the surprising dangers of sodium nitrates and nitrites, Gary shares the top 5 ingredients you should steer clear of and how to replace them. Tune in and take control of your health, one label at a time! 00:00 - How to Read Ingredient Labels & What To Avoid! 00:41 - Why you need to learn how to read an ingredient label. 01:56 - What are the dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup? (HFCS) 04:52 - What are nitrates (or sodium nitrates) and how can I avoid them? 06:06 - Are artificial sweeteners bad for you? 09:39 - Why you should avoid hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oils at all cost. Studies Mentioned: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30318075/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28198207/#:~:text=Aspartame%20(%CE%B1%2Daspartyl%2Dl,anxiety%2C%20depression%2C%20and%20insomnia Gary Brecka: @garybrecka The Ultimate Human: @ultimatehumanpod Subscribe on YouTube: @ultimatehumanpodcast Disclaimer: The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 Feb 202410min

Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ For more info on Gary, please click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate What if slowing down aging was as simple as optimizing your diet and lifestyle? In this episode of The Ultimate Human Podcast, Gary Brecka interviews experts Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, PhD and Brian Pla about practical steps that anyone can take to slow cellular aging. Dr Gonzalez has been in the regenerative medicine field for more than 20 years and has several scientific publications with his focus being on maintaining a healthy immune system, and ways to slow down the biological clock both inside and out. Brian Pla entered the medical realm when he invested in multiple medical companies with a focus on pushing technology forward to have non-invasive and minimally-invasive procedures to lift and tighted skin. This conversation covers cutting edge treatments using stem cells and exosomes that are showing promise in clinical trials for rejuvenating skin and sharpening the immune system. Tune in to learn specific immune system markers you can test, the impact of fasting and food, and how exosomes may be the next revolution in anti-aging skincare products! 01:00 - Who are Brian Pla and Dr. Rafael Gonzalez? 02:45 - What are the top factors of anti-aging? 05:00 - How fasting slows down cell division. 08:15 - Why there isn’t one perfect diet and the one common factor of all of them. 09:30 - What are the impacts on the body when you fast? 11:00 - 3 key markers to know about your immune system. 12:15 - How to know which way of eating is ideal for you. 15:00 - Is there a positive impact to fasts longer than 3 days? 16:00 - How to get started with intermittent fasting. 17:30 - What is an exosome and how does it impact you? 21:30 - Where are exosomes used? 23:40 - How do they extract exosomes from umbilical cords? 31:30 - Can they control the age of the cell? 34:45 - What trials are being done to find more uses for exosomes? 36:20 - How JuveXO is finding ways to improve the immune system. 38:00 - What is causing the rise in auto-immune diseases? 41:00 - Why is the United States behind in anti-aging technology? 43:30 - What are the studies that they’re most excited about? (Cancer Research) 49:30 - Should new Moms freeze their child’s umbilical cord? 53:00 - What conditions allow you to apply for using your own stem cells? 55:30 - Top tips for getting started. Study Mentioned: Autologous NK cells propagated and activated ex vivo decrease senescence markers in human PBMCs Connect with JuveXO: ​​https://juvexo.com/ Gary Brecka: @garybrecka The Ultimate Human: @ultimatehumanpod Subscribe on YouTube: @ultimatehumanpodcast The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Feb 202459min

Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ For more info on Gary, please click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate Are you struggling to get a good night's sleep? Do you wake up exhausted and ready to go back to bed? In this episode of The Ultimate Human Podcast, Gary Brecka dives into proven hacks and little-known strategies to optimize your sleep and maximize the benefits. He explores new research on how to support your body's natural circadian rhythms through subtle changes to your sleep routine. He also shares simple techniques that can help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, while relaxing your mind and boosting your oxygen levels so you wake up feeling restored and ready to take on your day! 00:00 - Sleep, why is it so important and how do I get more of it? 01:30 - How to set up a sleep routine. 02:45 - How does magnesium impact sleep? 03:40 - 10-3-2-1-0 Sleep Rule. 08:30 - What is the impact of sleep medications? 10:30 - Why you should never work from your bed. 11:45 - Why you should never hit the snooze button. Gary Brecka: @garybrecka The Ultimate Human: @ultimatehumanpod Subscribe on YouTube: @ultimatehumanpodcast The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Feb 202414min

Read Level Up by Alvaro Nunez  https://www.amazon.com/shop/garybrecka/list/FCJNQHDNI27C?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfgarybrecka_3T9NPMF66NCCEPEVSC2K Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ For more info on Gary, please click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate What does it take to overcome your limiting beliefs and push yourself beyond what you thought was possible? Gary Brecka is sitting down with Alvaro Nuñez Alfaro, the author of, “Level Up, Turning Your Obstacles Into Super Powers” to talk about pushing past our limits! Alvaro is a luxury real estate agent turned extreme athlete, skydiver, helicopter pilot, Ironman athlete, and motivational speaker. Alvaro shares his story of completing Marathon des Sables, the equivalent of six marathons across the Sahara Desert in six days and why he carried an addition 45lb weight on his back to represent the #weightofdepression. Gary also dives into preparation for Alvaro’s biggest challenge yet, “The Great World Race” where he’ll run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days. You’ll learn about how to set up routines for success, how to reframe negative thoughts, and how to prepare for challenges in your own life to level up your own journey! 00:00 - Who is Alvaro Nuñez Alfaro? 02:30 - What does it mean to turn obstacles into super powers? 04:00 - How Alvaro prepared for the Marathon des Sables? (Arguably the toughest foot race on earth across the Sarah Desert, covering 6 marathons in 6 days.) 06:45 - Why he runs a marathon every Monday. 09:00 - What inspired him to speak up for the #weightofdepression  14:30 - Why you need to attach yourself to a strong “Why” 20:30 - How do you turn self-awareness into a super power? 22:45 - How to reframe negative thoughts. (His morning routine.) 27:00 - Running 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days. 30:30 - How Alvaro’s new mission is to unite the world.  34:00 - How to build strong habits and routines. 37:30 - Why Gary set up a routine to earn his coffee in the morning. 39:00 - Are your goals on your calendar? 40:45 - Why did you write, “Level Up, Turning Your Obstacles Into Super Powers” 44:00 - Life wisdom from Gary’s Dad. 45:45 - Why did he bring together a Creator House helping influencer learn about health through networking. 49:40 - What does it mean to be an Ultimate Human? Get Alvaro Nuñez’s Book: Level Up, Turning Your Obstacles Into Super Powers Watch Alvaro’s Free Masterclass: Level Up Take his Course: Level Up Follow Alvaro Nuñez Alfaro on Instagram: @alvaronunez Gary Brecka: @garybrecka The Ultimate Human: @ultimatehumanpod Subscribe on YouTube: @ultimatehumanpodcast The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Feb 202457min

Join our FREE 3 Day Breathwork Challenge: ⁠https://theultimatehuman.com/breathwork⁠ Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to https://www.theultimatehuman.com/ For more info on Gary, please click here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate Do you ever struggle with jet lag when you travel? Do you wish you could do something about it? Gary Brecka is giving you his best travel hacks to help road warriors and jet setters stay energized while traveling! From fasting on flights to boost brain function, to hydrating with hydrogen water to reduce oxidative stress, Gary outlines practical strategies to arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and ready to perform! You’ll walk away with impactful insights on maintaining wellness on the go through simple hacks involving movement, nutrition and mindfulness! 00:00 - Travel Hacks for Staying Healthy On The Road 01:20 - The four biggest sins of travel. 02:05 - Why Gary Brecka fasts on air planes. 02:50 - Are we confusing thirst for hunger? 03:45 - How to get in movement on an air plane. 04:20 - What are some of the best healthy travel snacks? 05:45 - Why you should leave on the air on when you fly. 06:30 - What is oxidative stress? 07:10 - What vitamins do I travel with? 11:15 - What are the best things to do the moment your plane lands? 12:15 - Why you should always avoid alcohol on airplanes. 13:15 - Why you should wear compression socks up to your knee on long international flights. 14:20 - The #1 travel hack for changing timezones. 16:30 - Should you sleep on flights? Gary Brecka: @garybrecka The Ultimate Human: @ultimatehumanpod Subscribe on YouTube: @ultimatehumanpodcast Disclaimer: The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 Feb 202419min

Join our FREE 3 Day Breathwork Challenge: ⁠⁠https://theultimatehuman.com/breathwork⁠⁠ Get weekly tips from Gary Brecka on how to optimize your health and lifestyle routines - go to ⁠https://www.theultimatehuman.com/⁠ For more info on Gary, please click here:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/thegarybrecka BODY HEALTH - USE CODE ULTIMATE10 for 10% OFF YOUR ORDER ⁠https://bodyhealth.com/ultimate⁠ You asked and we’re answering! In this episode of the Ultimate Human Podcast, Gary Brecka is taking the top questions directly from listeners about methylation and living an optimal life! You’ll learn which vitamins to avoid and which ones to take to fill nutrient deficiencies, Gary's morning routine for boosting energy and mood, and what your gene test results mean and how to supplement correctly. Tune in to get actionable steps to feel your best with lessons you can apply today! 00:00 - We’re diving into you most commonly asked questions about Methylation! 01:30 - The first ingredient you should avoid in all of your supplements. (A cyanide-based version of B12 called Cyanocobalamin)  05:30 - Why you should avoid Folic Acid. 06:30 - How long does it take to get back the results to gene tests? 09:00 - When will the test be available outside of the United States? 10:10 - Gary Brecka’s top recommended vitamins.  11:30 - What blood tests should everyone get to learn about their baseline health.  13:00 - Why take methylfolate vitamins vs folic acid. 15:30 - Methylcobalamin vs Hydroxocobalamin. 16:30 - How do you know if a vitamin is methylated? 17:15 - If you take a folate supplement, does that make up for having folic acid? 19:00 - Can you take too many vitamins? 19:30 - Gary Brecka’s personal supplement stack. 22:00 - Does morning sunlight have the same impact on cloudy days? 23:45 - Gary Brecka’s morning routine. 24:45 - Why it’s important to do breathwork and practice breath holds. 28:00 - How to ground and why it’s important. 29:45 - What do the colors on a gene test mean? Blood Panel Lab Codes 10X Health Uses https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yjhFzt2WYr3b2C2VosTAwGS2HT63iQt_eP19giWYE1Q/edit?usp=sharing Studies Referenced: ⁠https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/hydrogen%20cyanide⁠ ⁠https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1293728/pdf/jrsocmed00105-0046.pdf⁠ ⁠https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24494987/⁠ Gary Brecka: ⁠@garybrecka⁠ The Ultimate Human: ⁠@ultimatehumanpod⁠ Subscribe on YouTube: ⁠@ultimatehumanpodcast⁠ The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Jan 202438min