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#009 Dr Robert Stevens - Testosterone and Modern Men's Health
Dr Robert Stevens graduated from Sheffield Medical School in 1997 with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB). Initially working in surgery, Dr. Stevens eventually shifted his focus to primary care, earning his Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) qualification in 2010. Over time, he grew disillusioned with the direction of General Practice, feeling that it had become more commercialised, and sought to emphasise prevention through lifestyle, nutrition, and exercise rather than relying solely on modern medicine.
In 2013, Dr Stevens earned a Diploma in Fitness & Personal Training (Dip.FIPT), aiming to merge health and fitness with medical practice. A fitness enthusiast at heart, he has always pushed his physical and mental limits, learning important lessons along the way.
His interest in optimisation led him to study Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome. Inspired by figures like Dr Jeffery Life and Vitor Belfort, he recognised the need for advocacy in this area in the UK and sought to modernise the medical approach to testosterone therapy, free from the influence of pharmaceutical companies.
In 2016, Dr Stevens founded The Men's Health Clinic, allowing the practice to grow organically while continuing his work in the NHS. Dr Stevens remains committed to staying current with research and clinical advancements and is an active member of various prestigious medical societies including the British, European & International Societies of Sexual Medicine, The Androgen Society and the British Menopause Society.
> During our discussion, you’ll discover:
(00:01:19) What is Testosterone
(00:09:27) Testosterone Production and the HPGA
(00:14:21) Why is low Testosterone so prominent these days
(00:17:53) Lifestyle changes that can improve Testosterone levels
(00:20:36) Dr Stevens' approach to Diet
(00:26:54) Dr Stevens' approach to TRT
(00:36:08) Medium vs Short length esters
(00:38:14) The use of Pregnenolone and DHEA in TRT
(00:40:25) The use of Clomid/Enclomifene and SERMS
(00:46:32) Is the prostate a potential issue with TRT
(00:47:57) Does Dr Stevens recommend aromatase inhibitors
(00:52:06) The big issues with 5AR inhibitors and Finasteride
(00:56:40) Dr Steven's personal health protocols
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#008 Tony Pemberton - Epigenetics: Reversing your Age Clock
Tony is a certified Epigenetic Coach, following on after a long career as a Building Information Modelling Engineer. He re-trained in epigenetics in 2021 after being diagnosed with ADHD and discovering that contrary to what his Doctor told him, lifestyle does greatly impact symptoms. So much so, that he was able to able to come off his ADHD medication entirely.
Tony on a daily basis reads DNA, epigenetic, and gut microbiome reports for clients, giving them tailored advice, which over time shows in their overall health and wellness. His experience gives clients a unique consultation of quickly connecting the dots of past and present biomarkers, and values engineering the right supplement list to fit any budget.
Tony also presents his YouTube podcast "The Enhanced Man", discussing all of the latest longevity research. He very much practices what he preaches, and is currently ranked in the top 30 of the Rejuvenation Olympics.
> During our discussion, you’ll discover:
(00:01:55) What are Epigenetics
(00:12:44) Biological vs Chronological age
(00:15:23) The different age clocks
(00:19:54) What is Tony's approach with his clients
(00:32:26) Rapid fire questions (NAD precursors & rapamycin)
(00:41:31) How Tony incorporates these into his own life
The vP life Podcast is brought to you by vitalityPRO, a supplement company based in the UK that provides you with the latest in health, anti-ageing and longevity supplementation. What makes vitalityPRO unique is that it third-party tests every product batch for quality, purity, heavy metals and other contaminants. vitalityPRO’s mission is simple: provide you with confidence in the quality and effectiveness of your longevity supplements that focus on restoring your cellular health.
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Research Links:
Epic Genetics | InstagramThe Enhanced Man | YouTubeEpic Genetics | DNA Testing | Empowering Personalized Healthcare
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#007 Dr Rui Lopes - The Innovative Breath Test for SIBO, IBS and Gut Health
Dr Rui Lopes is a medical Doctor and Clinical Researcher. Rui’s clinical experience as a physician has allowed him to successfully develop a career in clinical development and research, where he has worked extensively in gastroenterology , respiratory disease and several other therapeutic areas. Rui now leverages his clinical expertise as a Medical Advisor for Owlstone, to guide and advise the development and implementation of healthcare products.
> During our discussion, you’ll discover:
(00:01:16) Who is Dr Lopes
(00:03:57) What is SIBO, and how is it diagnosed/treated
(00:22:33) Ketogenic or low FODMAP diets for SIBO
(00:24:44) Antimicrobials and other alternative treatments for SIBO
(00:28:38) The future of breath testing
(00:30:27) When and how to use Probiotics with gut issues
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Research Links:
OMED Health | Gut Health | Breath Tests For SiboDr Rui Lopes | LinkedInOwlstone Medical | LinkedInBreath Biopsy | VOC Biomarker research | Breath Analysis | Test Development | (owlstonemedical.com)
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#006 Andy Smith - PEMF for Health and Longevity
Andy Smith comes from a medical family with both his father and brother owning their own businesses in the medical and health space. Andy's journey started with him working at his father's business until one day he faced a severe health crisis, that, had it not been addressed would have been fatal. Having initially sought the help of the traditional medical system Andy was forced to look into more alternative means when his health continued to deteriorate. His family had used PEMF before for their horses and Andy, now desperate, made the decision to utilise the technology for his own ill health. This new form of therapy was a large factor in his recovery, and within days of starting it his health began to take a turn for the better. Within in weeks, he was back on his feet with a new goal, to make PEMF more accessible and available to people worldwide. Shortly after this Andy launched Celler8, a company that sells affordable and powerful PEMF units globally.
> During our discussion, you’ll discover:
(00:02:08) How Andy got into PEMF
(00:09:29) How Andy created Celler8
(00:14:43) The Origins of PEMF therapy
(00:19:34) PEMF vs TENS
(00:21:03) How PEMF works
(00:28:53) The importance of nutrients and electrolytes when it comes to detoxing
(00:31:23) PEMF vs WiFi
(00:36:19) What are Hertz and Gauss
(00:43:57) Who should use PEMF
The vP life Podcast is brought to you by vitalityPRO, a supplement company based in the UK that provides you with the latest in health, anti-ageing and longevity supplementation. What makes vitalityPRO unique is that it third-party tests every product batch for quality, purity, heavy metals and other contaminants. vitalityPRO’s mission is simple: provide you with confidence in the quality and effectiveness of your longevity supplements that focus on restoring your cellular health.
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Research Links:
NewMed FacebookNewMed LinkedInNewMed InstagramNewMed Ltd - PEMF (Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field Therapy)Celler8 FacebookCeller8 LinkedInCeller8 InstagramCELLER8
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#005 Dr Ahmet Ozyigit - Female Fertility and Longevity
Dr Ozyigit is a clinical embryologist and IV fertility specialist. Initially taken by economics, Dr Ozygit attended Kansas University where he obtained a BA, following which he went on to obtain his PhD from Azerbaijan State University. After spending time working alongside his parents in their medical practice in patient coordination, Dr Ozyigit decided to return to school to complete his medical degree. He went on to specialise in endocrinology and embryology and is currently working through his Fellowship in Anti Aging and Metabolic Medicine which he expects to complete by the end of 2025. Dr Ozyigit currently works at Elite Research and Surgical Hospital in Nicosia, Greece as well as helping to operate his parent’s clinic Low Cost IVF.
> During our discussion, you’ll discover:
(00:01:05) Who is Dr Ozyigit and how did he get into medicine
(00:05:47) The HPGA axis and ovarian wastage
(00:15:34) Female hormones 101
(00:20:22) The best tests to determine infertility
(00:28:52) How does the thyroid affect pregnancy
(00:31:17) How to test hormones
(00:37:57) What oocyte ageing is and how it affects fertility
(00:52:06) A typical example of how Dr Ozyigit works with a couple trying to conceive.
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Where to Find Dr Ozyigit
North Cyprus IVF Dr Ozyigit's LinkedIn ProfileResearch Links:
Elite Hospital Nicosia - Cyprus' FIRST and ONLY research hospitalImpact of sleep patterns upon female neuroendocrinology and reproductive outcomes: a comprehensive review - PMCA prospective study of inflammatory biomarker levels and risk of early menopauseAnalysis on the level of IL-6, IL-21, AMH in patients with auto-immunity premature ovarian failure and study of correlation - PubMedPremature ovarian insufficiency: a review on the role of oxidative stress and the application of antioxidants - PMC
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#004 Mark Spendlove - The Dangers of untreated Lyme disease
Mark Spendlove is a Chartered and Certified Financial Planner with a passion for both finance and health and fitness. When he’s not working Mark can be found fell walking in the Lake District, something he was was unable to do for after initially initially being diagnosed with Lyme disease.
> During our discussion, you’ll discover:
(00:01:44) What is Lyme Disease
(00:03:28) How Mark discovered he had Lyme
(00:06:56) A day in the life of living with Lyme
(00:11:10) What tests and diagnoses are best to invest in
(00:15:49) Mark’s first big needle move - Disulfiram
(00:21:11) What mould is and how it forms part of the Lyme picture
(00:27:51) How Mark uses Sauna to detoxify
(00:37:50) Why Mark has outfitted his home with both Hyperbaric Oxygen and Ozone Therapy
(00:50:50) Mark’s next steps
> Links and studies from today's episode
Clearlight Saunas CellcoreThe vP life Podcast is brought to you by vitalityPRO, a supplement company based in the UK that provides you with the latest in health, anti-ageing and longevity supplementation. What makes vitalityPRO unique is that it third-party tests every product batch for quality, purity, heavy metals and other contaminants. vitalityPRO’s mission is simple: provide you with confidence in the quality and effectiveness of your longevity supplements that focus on restoring your cellular health.
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Detox Supplements - Gut Health Supplements - CellCore BiosciencesClearlight® Infrared Saunas UK | Best Home Saunas in the UK
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#003 Johannes Kettelhodt - Europe's Number 1 Sauna
Johannes Kettelhodt is the CEO and Co-Founder of Clearlight Saunas International, where he leads a global team of around 40 like-minded people who share a common vision: to deliver wellness solutions to one billion households, aimed at improving and extending lifespan.
With a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Johannes has a strong background in developing and implementing sustainable and efficient technologies that enhance health and well-being. For the past 9 years, he has been at the head of Clearlight Saunas International, managing the holding company with a focus on growth and innovation. Under his leadership, the company has become an 8-figure business operating in more than 7 countries, committed to enhancing the quality of life and lifespan of people around the world.
Johannes is dedicated to utilising the latest research to develop and market world-class products that are high-quality, science-backed, and effective.
> During our discussion, you’ll discover:
(00:03:32) - How Johannes got into the sauna space
(00:05:57) - The difference between infrared saunas and other types of saunas
(00:10:57) - EMF and ELF, what they are and why they matter
(00:17:42) - Why Clearlight started using red light therapy panels in their saunas
(00:23:09) - The specific benefits and use cases of Sauna
(00:27:07) - Lipolysis, what it is and how saunas start to liberate toxins from the body.
(00:28:22) - The famous Niacin Detox protocol and why it’s so effective
(00:33:03) - How sauna use can help with pain management issues
(00:39:24) - Where to find Clearlight and Johannes
The vP life Podcast is brought to you by vitalityPRO, a supplement company based in the UK that provides you with the latest in health, anti-ageing and longevity supplementation. What makes vitalityPRO unique is that it third-party tests every product batch for quality, purity, heavy metals and other contaminants. vitalityPRO’s mission is simple: provide you with confidence in the quality and effectiveness of your longevity supplements that focus on restoring your cellular health.
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Research Links:
Johannes LinkedInHigh exposure to radio frequency radiation associated with cancer in male rats | National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Study showing the link between EMF and cancerExposure to a 900 MHz electromagnetic field for 1 hour a day over 30 days does change the histopathology and biochemistry of the rat testis - PubMed - Study referenced by Huberman, relating to the damage EMF did to rat testiclesMicroplastics and Nanoplastics in Atheromas and Cardiovascular EventsFeasibility and acceptability of a Whole-Body hyperthermia (WBH) protocol - PubMedClearlight® Infrared Saunas UK | Best Home Saunas in the UK
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#002 Emel Gunay - The world of Functional Medicine
Emel is a researcher and functional medicine nutrition therapist who works for OMNOS, a biomarker testing company based in the UK that provides the public and practitioners alike, with testing from many of the world's top laboratories. In addition to her role and OMNOS, Emel also has her own practice where she works with people from all walks of life looking to reclaim their health
> Who are OMNOS and why are they different? [00:01:56]
> Emels journey [00:07:42]
> What is functional and integrative medicine? [00:11:27]
> Why it’s your GP isn't to blame for not knowing why you’re sick [00:14:23]
> Emel’s approach to functional medicine [00:19:24]
> Why Emel always starts with OMNOS’s Wellness 360 test [00:28:06]
> Emel presents a case study [00:32:45]
> Emel’s practice and where to find her [00:52:35]
Resources mentioned during today’s episode
OMNOS
Emel’s Functional Medicine Practice
The vP Life Podcast is brought to you by vitalityPRO, a supplement company based in the UK that provides you with the latest in health, anti-ageing and longevity supplementation. What makes vitalityPRO unique is that it third-party tests every product batch for quality, purity, heavy metals and other contaminants. vitalityPRO’s mission is simple: provide you with confidence in the quality and effectiveness of your longevity supplements that focus on restoring your cellular health.
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Healing with Grace - Emel Gunay's Private Health PracticeOmnos - The intelligent health system - The OMNOS Website, mentioned in the episode with Emel Gunay
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#001 Dr Jin Xiong She - Exploring NAD+ and Cellular Energy
Dr. Jin-Xiong She received his college education in China and PhD degree in France. He served as Division Chief of Experimental Pathology and Director of Research of the UF’s world-class Diabetes Centre. In his long academic career, Dr She has authored over 400-peer peer-reviewed papers with an H-Index of 76 and over 19,000 citations, secured over $100 million in research grants and has been invited to speak globally. Dr. She is one of the 20 “Georgia Top Medical Researchers”. He served as President of the Chinese Geneticists in America and President of the American Diabetes Association’s Council on Immunology, transplantation and Immunogenetics among other honours. Dr. She is a serial entrepreneur and has founded multiple companies in the US and China. Currently, Dr She oversees operations as CEO of Jinfiniti Precision Medicine, a company dedicated to optimising healthspan through advanced biomarker testing and precision supplementation.
Guest Introduction [00:00:38]
> Who Dr She is and what his background is.
Jinfiniti Precision Medicine [00:01:21]
> How and why Dr She started Jinfiniti Precision Medicine.
Longevity [00:02:22]
> How Dr She defines longevity and what his approach is to enhancing both health span and longevity
> What are the biggest needle movers for longevity
> Diet
> Inflammation
> Glycemic Variability
> Epigenetic Role of Stress
> Upregulation cytokines, NF-KB, other transcription factors etc as a result of
> Exercise
General conversation points
> What are Dr She’s thoughts on NR and NMN and why does he prefer NMN [00:25:11]
> Why Niacin may not be the optimal NAD precursor [00:29:53]
> High-dose niacin insulin resistance
> N1-methyl-2-pyridone-5-carboxamide (2PY) and N1-methyl-4-pyridone-3-carboxamide (4PY)
> You can only treat what you can test, we have tests for markers of inflammation but up until now not a direct marker for senescence.
> Senescence-associated β-galactosidase (SABG or β-gal)
> Discussion around Accuri, Dr She’s NAD boosting formula [00:43:51]
> D RIbose for Ribose Base of NMN
> Creatine - ATP synthesis
> Age tests [00:55:14]
> What they are and are they worth it
> Clinical endpoints
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Nature Medicine - A terminal metabolite of niacin promotes vascular inflammation and contributes to cardiovascular disease risk - Mentioned in the She podcast, this study examines high dose niacin and it's negative effects.
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