7 First Things I'd Do If I Had to Start My Health Journey Over

Most people fail at health not because they lack willpower — they start in the wrong order. In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe walks through the exact 7-step sequence he would follow if he had to rebuild his health from zero: the things that make the biggest difference fastest, layered so each one makes the next easier.   **In this episode:** - Why 88% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy — and the one blood marker most doctors skip that predicts disease a decade early - The sleep fix that beats duration: why a consistent wake time (not more hours) cuts risk of death by up to 48% - The ancient after-meal walk that matched a full 45-minute workout for 24-hour blood sugar control - Why resistance training twice a week is the highest-return investment if you're over 40 — and why body weight and bands count - The "crowd out, don't cut out" food strategy that helped Josh's patients reverse autoimmune disease and hypothyroidism without giving up the meals they loved - Why guarding your peace isn't soft advice — church attendance alone was linked to a 33% lower risk of death over 16 years, and the physiology behind it is real     Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com   Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe   Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1   🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS   Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → healyourcellsbook.com   Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com   Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com   If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com   CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website →  http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe    0:00 Introduction — why health is a sequencing problem 4:28 The 88% statistic — what metabolically healthy actually means 5:30 The 5 ordinary habits linked to 12–14 extra years of life 9:04 Step 1 — Know your numbers (the blood markers that matter most) 11:30 Step 2 — Anchor your wake-up time first 13:20 Step 3 — Walk after your meals 16:00 Step 4 — Lift twice a week (especially if you're over 40) 21:07 Step 5 — Crowd out, don't cut out 24:30 Step 6 — Fix your gut with fermented foods and fiber 28:00 Step 7 — Guard your peace and build joy 30:25 Weekly action plan + closing encouragement 30:48 Free resource: Top 25 Blood Markers PDF     DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.   MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

Most people treating anxiety are starting in the wrong place. Madison Prewett Troutt — author, speaker, and podcast host — makes the case that anxiety, loneliness, and chronic exhaustion are primarily spiritual battles, and that no supplement or protocol will produce lasting freedom until the foundation is addressed first. **In this episode:** - Why your body is a temple and what it actually means to steward it well — physically, spiritually, and relationally - The three things every human needs to be truly healthy: connection to God, connection to people, and connection to the earth - Satan's specific strategies to keep you stuck in fear, comparison, and compromise — and how to recognize them - A real spiritual prescription for overcoming anxiety (prayer, confession, praise, gratitude, and addressing childhood trauma) - How community, marriage, and mentorship shape your health just as much as what you eat - The health habits Madison and Grant actually practice — cold plunge, infrared sauna, and the mindset behind all of it Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1 🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners →  Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → healyourcellsbook.com Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website →  http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe   CONNECT WITH GUEST Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/madiprew Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/p/Madison_Prewett-100071149486251/ TikTok → https://www.facebook.com/p/Madison_Prewett-100071149486251/ Order Book → www.daretobetruebook.com 0:00 Introduction — Who Is Madison Prewett Troutt? 4:00 Why Christians Should Prioritize Physical Health 4:16 Your Body Is a Temple: What That Actually Means 7:37 The Loneliness and Anxiety Epidemic in a Younger Generation 10:33 The Three Pillars of True Health: God, People, Nature 12:15 A Spiritual Prescription for Overcoming Anxiety 15:03 Childhood Trauma and Breaking Negative Thought Patterns 26:57 Spiritual Warfare: What the Enemy Is Actually After 34:11 Community, Christian Schools, and Who You Surround Yourself With 41:53 People Worth Modeling Your Life After 45:36 What Great Marriages Teach Us 54:24 How Women Battle Comparison and Criticism Differently 1:05:08 Facing Public Criticism and Staying Grounded in Truth 1:08:48 Grant and Madison's Real Health Habits DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program. MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

Are you eating well, moving your body, and trying to sleep better — but still feeling older than you should? Stiffer joints, lower energy, and a sense that the last few years have aged you faster than the years before? That feeling has a cause, and it is not laziness or bad genetics. In this episode, we dive into why aging happens inside your cells first, and how your body catches up later. I walk through the 4 specific drivers that accelerate cellular aging and the 5 evidence-backed levers you can use to slow — and in some cases reverse — that process. Stay until the end for the clinical trial where participants did not just slow cellular aging… but after five years, they measurably turned it backward. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why your biological age — not the number on your driver's license — determines how you feel, think, and move • The 4 key mechanisms breaking down your cells right now, including telomere shortening, mitochondrial decline, slowed autophagy, and senescent cell buildup • How telomeres work like the plastic tips on a shoelace, and why emotional stress wears them down faster than almost anything else • What autophagy is, why your cellular cleanup crew slows with age, and how to switch it back on • Why resistance training is the single most powerful tool for building new mitochondria and slowing cellular aging • The specific fats that keep your cell membranes flexible and springy — and the ones that make them brittle • How deep sleep triggers growth hormone release, clears damaged proteins, and runs the brain's overnight repair cycle • The 9 blood biomarkers from a 2018 study in the journal Aging that predict longevity better than chronological age • The five-year lifestyle trial where one group lengthened their telomeres by 10% while the control group's shortened by 3% Download the FREE "Cellular Repair Guide" here: https://guide.thehealthinstitute.com/l-386 Find out what's really happening inside your body with advanced at-home biomarker testing — which includes a 60 minute consultation to review your results and learn about our cellular healing protocols at The Health Institute → http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1 🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners. Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS Pre-order my new book, Heal Your Cells: http://healyourcellsbook.com/ Watch my free training on naturally balancing blood sugar: http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com Discover practical steps you can take to support your thyroid naturally: http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com If you're ready to balance your hormones and restore your health: http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website → http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Why Your Cells Age Faster Than You 1:08 Chronological vs. Biological Age 1:32 The 20-Year Gap Between Same-Age People 2:12 Dr. Axe's Father and the 76-Year-Old Stranger 4:18 Blood Biomarkers That Reveal Your Real Age 5:09 Genetics vs. Lifestyle: The Twin Study 8:35 Telomeres: Your Cellular Aging Clock 9:44 Autophagy and Your Cellular Cleanup Crew 10:47 Senescent Cells and Why They Must Go 12:31 Lever 1: Lift Heavy to Build Mitochondria 14:44 Lever 2: Eat Fats That Protect Cell Membranes 15:31 Lever 3: Feed the Repair, Not the Damage 17:05 Lever 4: Protect Deep Sleep 18:53 Lever 5: Manage Stress and Build Peace 21:35 The Study That Reversed Cellular Age 23:50 Your Simple Starting Plan This Week 24:56 Free Cellular Healing Guide and Book Recap DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Anyone considering dietary, supplement, or lifestyle changes should consult their physician before beginning any program. MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

Your gut lining is thinner than you think — and that single fact may explain your skin issues, hormonal chaos, and stubborn inflammation. Dr. Kellyann Petrucci, known as the Queen of Bone Broth, joins Dr. Axe to walk through the food-based protocols she has used with patients for 30 years to heal the gut, support collagen, and ease menopause symptoms naturally. **In this episode:** - Why bone broth and collagen directly repair the gut lining — and which amino acids (glycine, proline, hydroxyproline) are doing the work - The counterintuitive reason raw vegetables can make gut problems worse, and what to eat instead when your digestion is already compromised - How the HPA axis drives hot flashes and what cortisol management actually looks like in a menopause protocol - Why blood sugar is almost always the upstream problem behind heart risk — and how metabolic flexibility through bone broth fasting addresses the root cause - The case for a “mono diet” during acute gut distress, drawn from Dr. Kellyann’s clinical experience and her time studying at a Swiss healing clinic - How spirituality, gratitude, and reducing chronic stress affect cellular healing — and why Dr. Kellyann considers this non-negotiable in practice Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  ⁠http://mybloodwork.com⁠ Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: ⁠https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast⁠ Manukora Manuka Honey: ⁠https://manukora.com/axe⁠ Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: ⁠   / @drjoshaxe  ⁠ 🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners →  Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://apple.co/3JDvWcS⁠ Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → ⁠http://healyourcellsbook.com/⁠ Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → ⁠http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com⁠ Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   ⁠http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com⁠ If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → ⁠http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com⁠ CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → ⁠  / drjoshaxe  ⁠ Facebook → ⁠  / drjoshaxe  ⁠ TikTok → ⁠  / thedrjoshaxeshow  ⁠ X → ⁠https://x.com/drjoshaxe/⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠  / joshaxe  ⁠ Website →  ⁠http://thehealthinstitute.com⁠ Sign up for my newsletter → ⁠https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3⁠ Ask Dr. Axe → ⁠http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe⁠   CONNECT WITH GUEST Instagram → ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/drkellyannofficial/⁠ Website → ⁠https://drkellyann.com/ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Pre-show conversation: peptides, blood work & personalized medicine 1:45 Introduction — Dr. Kellyann Petrucci, the Queen of Bone Broth 2:56 How bone broth became a category, not just a product 7:24 What bone broth actually does inside the gut lining 11:27 Glycine: the longevity amino acid hiding in your broth 13:05 Collagen, gut lining, and bone health in perimenopause 17:19 Why raw vegetables hurt a compromised gut 22:29 The single biggest driver of gut dysfunction today 28:36 Mono diet protocol: how to eat when you’re truly sick 50:09 Hot flashes, the HPA axis & cortisol’s role in menopause 57:17 Bone broth fasting, autophagy & metabolic flexibility 58:52 Why heart disease almost always starts with blood sugar 59:51 Spirituality, gratitude & healing at the cellular level DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program. MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

Are you taking fish oil, turmeric, greens powders, and dozens of other supplements but still waking up feeling stiff, inflamed, and exhausted? Dr. Josh Axe reveals a surprising truth: you can't supplement your way out of an inflammatory diet. In this episode, Dr. Axe explains why the foods you eat every day have a far greater impact on inflammation than any pill ever could. Drawing from the latest research and years of clinical experience, he reveals the seven foods that naturally lower inflammation, activate your body's own healing pathways, and help protect against heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune disease, digestive disorders, and accelerated aging. You'll discover why inflammation isn't always bad, how chronic inflammation quietly fuels disease, and why the Mediterranean diet consistently outperforms supplements in scientific studies. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why inflammation is the hidden driver behind most chronic illnesses • Why whole foods outperform supplements • The truth about fish oil versus eating wild-caught fish • Why extra-virgin olive oil acts like a natural anti-inflammatory compound • How berries, pomegranates, and tart cherries help switch off inflammatory genes • Why cruciferous vegetables support detoxification and cellular repair • How fermented foods help restore the gut microbiome • The best nuts and seeds for reducing inflammation • How herbs and spices such as turmeric, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, and rosemary work together to enhance healing • Dr. Axe's blueprint for creating anti-inflammatory meals Get Dr. Axe's FREE Anti-Inflammatory Food Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l14-wCcdPfx3oU3qgjlC7sLmVJcs24NO/view?usp=sharing Uncover what's really happening inside your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, inflammation, thyroid function, and metabolism—plus a one-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor. → http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1 🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners. Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS Pre-order my new book, Heal Your Cells: http://healyourcellsbook.com/ Watch my free training on naturally balancing blood sugar: http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com Discover practical steps you can take to support your thyroid naturally: http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com If you're ready to balance your hormones and restore your health: http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website → http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Why Supplements Aren't Working 01:05 Why Chronic Inflammation Is So Dangerous 03:11 Why Food Beats Supplements 05:10 The Food Matrix Explained 07:43 Food #1: Wild-Caught Salmon and Fatty Fish 11:01 Food #2: Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 13:39 Food #3: Berries, Tart Cherries, and Pomegranates 16:00 Food #4: Leafy Greens and Cruciferous Vegetables 18:21 Food #5: Fermented Foods 20:42 Food #6: Walnuts, Flax Seeds, and Pumpkin Seeds 22:33 Food #7: Turmeric, Ginger, Garlic, and Other Healing Spices 25:17 How to Build an Anti-Inflammatory Plate 26:33 God's Design for Healing Foods 27:15 Dr. Axe's Weekly Anti-Inflammation Plan 27:56 Why You Can't Supplement Your Way Out of a Poor Diet 28:25 The Anti-Inflammatory Food Guide 29:04 Final Thoughts DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Anyone considering dietary, supplement, or lifestyle changes should consult their physician before beginning any program. MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

In the height of a destructive season involving drugs and depression, Michael W. Smith reached a point where he believed he might lose his life. In this deeply personal conversation, he sits down with Dr. Josh Axe to share what happened the night he hit rock bottom—and why he says he was never the same afterward. Michael also discusses the healing power of worship, the prayer experience that preceded his son’s recovery, the lessons he learned from Billy Graham, and the daily habits helping him stay energized at 68. He also reveals the simple principle that has sustained nearly 45 years of marriage—and what he believes God reveals when we finally become quiet enough to listen.   Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! → ⁠http://mybloodwork.com⁠ Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: ⁠https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast⁠ Manukora Manuka Honey: ⁠https://manukora.com/axe⁠ 🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠https://apple.co/3JDvWcS⁠ Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → ⁠http://healyourcellsbook.com/⁠ Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → ⁠http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com⁠ Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally → ⁠http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com⁠ If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → ⁠http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com⁠ CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → ⁠  / drjoshaxe  ⁠ Facebook → ⁠  / drjoshaxe  ⁠ TikTok → ⁠  / thedrjoshaxeshow  ⁠ X → ⁠https://x.com/drjoshaxe/⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠  / joshaxe  ⁠ Website → ⁠http://thehealthinstitute.com⁠ Sign up for my newsletter → ⁠https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3⁠ Ask Dr. Axe → ⁠http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe⁠ CONNECT WITH GUEST Instagram → ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/mwsmithofficial/⁠ Website → ⁠https://michaelwsmith.com/⁠   CHAPTERS: 00:00 The moment everything changed 01:40 Welcome to the show 02:30 Why Michael W. Smith moved to a farm 12:00 The hidden power of worship 20:00 How to find peace in a chaotic world 28:00 The importance of mentors and community 33:40 The incredible story behind "Above All" 42:24 The advice that changed Michael's life 44:30 What Billy Graham taught him 53:00 The daily habits that keep him healthy at 68 01:14:00 The secret to a meaningful life 01:15:00 Final encouragement   DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program. MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

Do you wake up tired, depend on coffee to push through the morning, and crash again by mid-afternoon? Dr. Josh Axe explains why constant exhaustion is not necessarily a normal part of aging—and reveals 10 hidden energy drains that may be keeping your cells from producing the fuel you need.   In this episode, Dr. Axe breaks down the roles of mitochondrial dysfunction, blood-sugar swings, low iron stores, thyroid imbalance, poor-quality sleep, chronic stress, dehydration, nutrient deficiencies, inactivity and inflammation. He also shares the laboratory markers, foods, movement strategies and supplements he uses to identify and address the underlying cause of fatigue.   Get Dr. Axe's FREE Energy Blueprint: https://bit.ly/energyblueprintdraxe   Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com   Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe   Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1   🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS   Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → http://healyourcellsbook.com/   Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com   Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com   If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com   CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website →  http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe    00:00 Why You’re Tired All the Time 01:14 Fatigue Is Not a Normal Part of Aging 03:26 Cause #1: Your Mitochondria Are Running Low 06:04 The Best Nutrients for Cellular Energy 07:04 Cause #2: Your Blood Sugar Is Crashing 09:46 How Dr. Axe Stopped His Afternoon Fatigue 10:57 Cause #3: Low Iron Without Anemia 13:17 The Overlooked Postpartum Cause of Exhaustion 15:37 Cause #4: Chronic Dehydration 17:17 Cause #5: An Underactive Thyroid 20:46 The Thyroid Tests Most Doctors Miss 22:39 Cause #6: Your Sleep Is Not Restorative 26:07 Cause #7: You’re Running on Stress Hormones 29:14 Cause #8: Hidden Nutrient Deficiencies 30:19 Cause #9: You’re Not Moving Enough 32:09 Cause #10: Chronic Inflammation 34:17 The 10 Best Blood Tests for Fatigue 37:03 The Best Supplements for Low Energy 40:02 Purpose, Sabbath and Spiritual Energy 41:42 The Five Biggest Energy Restorers   DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.   MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

When Clint Phillips’ young daughter suffered a stroke that left the right side of her body paralyzed, his family was told she might never walk or talk. The search for answers led him to build companies focused on medical second opinions, advanced longevity testing, AI-driven personalization and safer access to emerging therapies.   In this episode, Clint sits down with Dr. Josh Axe to discuss how to identify the doctors and health metrics that truly matter, why too much tracking can sometimes make people less healthy, and what his laboratory testing revealed about the purity of popular peptides. They also explore the measurable effects of hope, purpose, gratitude, forgiveness and spiritual grounding—and why optimizing every number on your health dashboard may still leave something essential missing.   Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com   Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe   Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1   🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS   Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → https://bit.ly/3QJBcQ5   Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com   Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com   If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com   CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website →  http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe    CONNECT WITH GUEST Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/clintongphillips Website → https://clintphillips.com/   00:00 Hope, Peptides and the Future of Longevity 01:48 Meet Longevity Expert Clint Phillips 03:20 Why Clint Became Obsessed With Living Longer 04:22 His Daughter’s Life-Changing Childhood Stroke 07:16 Why Medical Second Opinions Matter 10:25 How to Find the Best Doctor for Your Condition 13:47 The Problem With Testing More Biomarkers 15:41 The 400-Marker Longevity Assessment 19:38 When Health Trackers Create More Anxiety 22:59 Can Hope and Optimism Add 8 Years to Your Life? 25:31 Purpose, Gratitude and Lower Inflammation 29:35 Three Spiritual Practices That Build Resilience 33:11 How Emotions and Trauma Affect Physical Health 35:36 Forgiveness, Cortisol and Better Sleep 36:38 Why Constantly Rushing Damages Your Health 38:52 How Clint Stays Fit and Strong in His 50s 40:33 Training to Break a Guinness World Record 42:30 Why Sprinting Is a Longevity Game Changer 46:57 The Value of a Coach, Mentor and Community 49:24 Why Perfect Health Metrics Are Not Enough 50:50 Clint’s Personal Experience With Peptides 52:49 The Hidden Peptide Purity Problem 55:19 MOTS-c, BPC-157 and Other Peptides 58:35 How AI Will Change Personalized Medicine 01:03:10 Using AI to Personalize Every Food Choice 01:05:28 How Clint’s Daughter Is Doing Today 01:06:59 The Greater Purpose Behind Her Recovery   DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.   MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

Two people can share the same birthday while their bodies differ by more than a decade on the inside. In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe reveals 12 warning signs that your biological clock may be moving faster than it should and explains why some of the strongest predictors of longevity have little to do with the number on your driver’s license.   Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com   Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount   Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1   🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS   Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → https://bit.ly/3QJBcQ5   Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com   Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com   If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com   CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website →  http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe    00:00 Is Your Body Aging Faster Than You Are? 01:28 Biological Age vs. Chronological Age 03:19 The Blood Markers That Predict Longevity 05:20 Sign #1: Losing Muscle and Grip Strength 11:46 Sign #2: Afternoon Energy Crashes 14:20 Sign #3: Early Wrinkles and Sagging Skin 15:36 Sign #4: Increasing Belly and Visceral Fat 17:08 Sign #5: Stiff, Achy and Inflamed Joints 18:37 Sign #6: Short and Broken Sleep 20:43 Sign #7: Chronic Stress and High Cortisol 23:34 Sign #8: Memory Loss and Brain Fog 25:18 Sign #9: Poor Gut Health and Digestion 26:13 Sign #10: Your Blood Markers Are Getting Worse 33:42 Sign #11: Loneliness and Weak Relationships 38:13 Sign #12: Losing Your Sense of Purpose 40:19 How to Slow Your Biological Clock 42:07 Dr. Axe’s Longevity Blueprint   DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.   MB01GKPRPTQL1WL

At 21, Liana Werner-Gray was diagnosed with a 3.7-centimeter tumor after years of eating refined sugar, fried food and fast food nearly every day. She sits down with Dr. Josh Axe to discuss the food, lifestyle and spiritual changes she credits with transforming her health, including green juice, broccoli sprouts, restorative sleep and healthier food swaps.   They also explore seed oils, sugar addiction, emotional trauma and the deeper issue Liana believes food alone could never fix.   Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com   Thank you to our sponsors! Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount   Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1   🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS   Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → https://bit.ly/3QJBcQ5   Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com   Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com   If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com   CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website →  http://thehealthinstitute.com Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3 Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe    CONNECT WITH GUEST Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lianawernergray Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/lianawernergray/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thelianawernergray X → https://x.com/LianaWernerGray New Book → https://www.skyhorsepublishing.com/9781631441011/the-truth-about-seed-oils/   00:00 Cancer Survivor’s Shocking Healing Story 01:37 Meet Liana Werner-Gray 02:30 Diagnosed With a 3.7 CM Tumor at 21 04:12 The Food and Faith Plan She Credits With Healing 07:33 Bentonite Clay, Parasites and Gut Detox 10:20 Green Juice, Chlorophyll and Healing Herbs 14:35 Vitamin B17 and Apricot Seeds 16:35 Natural Medicine vs. Conventional Cancer Treatment 20:30 Broccoli Sprouts and Sulforaphane 22:17 Why Cancer Nutrition Is Not One-Size-Fits-All 23:34 Sleep, Mitochondria and Cellular Energy 25:29 Faith, Trauma and the Root of Food Addiction 30:32 Repentance, Depression and Emotional Healing 34:50 The Spiritual Practices That Changed Her Life 37:37 The Truth About Industrial Seed Oils 40:30 Seed Oils vs. Butter, Tallow and Olive Oil 43:07 The Hidden History of Seed Oils 44:38 Plant-Based Diets, Cancer and Bio-Individuality 46:29 What to Remove From Your Diet First 48:22 Why Healthy Food Swaps Work Better Than Deprivation 51:31 The Three Healthiest Oils for Cooking   DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.   MB01ECARA9TSXF7