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  • #591 Parkinson’s Disease and the Microbiome Breakthrough | Martha Carlin of BiotiQuest | Gut-Brain Health Revolution

    #591 Parkinson’s Disease and the Microbiome Breakthrough | Martha Carlin of BiotiQuest | Gut-Brain Health Revolution
    May 20 2025

    #591 Parkinson’s Disease and the Microbiome Breakthrough | Martha Carlin of BiotiQuest | Gut-Brain Health Revolution

    📋 Podcast Show Notes:

    In this powerful episode of The Coach Debbie Potts Show, we dive deep into the groundbreaking research of Martha Carlin—a visionary systems thinker, citizen scientist, and founder of The BioCollective and BiotiQuest®.

    After her husband, John, was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease in 2002, Martha embarked on an extraordinary mission: to uncover the root causes of Parkinson’s through the lens of the gut microbiome, environmental toxins, and metabolic dysfunction. Her tireless work has since helped reshape how we understand chronic disease—and how the right gut interventions may pave the way toward healing.

    🌟 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The Gut-Brain Connection and its role in Parkinson’s disease
    ✅ How microbiome imbalance influences neurological health
    ✅ Environmental and dietary factors impacting chronic diseases
    ✅ The science behind BiotiQuest® probiotics, including Sugar Shift®
    ✅ Martha’s inspiring personal journey of transforming tragedy into scientific triumph

    🔬 Learn More About Martha’s Work: 🌿 The BioCollective: thebiocollective.com
    🧬 BiotiQuest Probiotics: biotiquest.com
    ✍️ Martha’s Blog: Martha’s Quest

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    🧩 About Coach Debbie Potts:

    At The WHOLESTIC Method, we believe aging is not simply genetic—it’s a daily choice. Chronic stress, metabolic dysfunction, and poor gut health are silent saboteurs of optimal living.

    Are you thriving today to thrive at 70, 80, and beyond?
    🔹 Address hidden stressors, not just symptoms
    🔹 Investigate when "normal" labs don't explain how you feel
    🔹 Personalize your path to health, energy, and performance

    If you're feeling stuck despite doing “everything right,” it's time to dig deeper and resolve the hidden "metabolic chaos" holding you back.

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  • #590 How to Build Strength, Improve Longevity, and Reduce Medications After 45 | Dr. Derek Alessi

    #590 How to Build Strength, Improve Longevity, and Reduce Medications After 45 | Dr. Derek Alessi
    May 15 2025
    In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Derek Alessi—an expert in helping adults over 45 reclaim their health through practical fitness and nutrition strategies. Dr. Derek’s journey started as an overweight teenager who transformed his own health through strength training and nutrition, igniting a lifelong passion to help others do the same. For nearly three decades, he’s helped countless adults reduce medications, strengthen their immune systems, and improve their quality of life—not through fads or extremes, but through proven principles, consistency, and accountability. Tune in to learn the biggest misconceptions about fitness and nutrition, why extreme diets and workouts are unnecessary, and simple strategies you can start implementing today to feel stronger, live longer, and take control of your health. 👉 Watch the full interview on YouTube: 🔗 https://youtu.be/sNJ76l7oaQo 💬 Topics We Cover in This Episode: The biggest myths that prevent people from achieving lasting health How adults over 45 can optimize their health and reduce medications Why extreme diets and intense workouts aren't necessary for success Practical, proven strategies to take control of your health starting today 🎯 Three Key Questions We Discuss: What are the biggest misconceptions about fitness and nutrition that keep people from achieving lasting health? How can adults over 45 optimize their health, reduce medications, and improve longevity without extreme diets or workouts? What simple, proven strategies can people start implementing today to take control of their health and fitness for the long term? 👨‍⚕️ About Dr. Derek Alessi Dr. Derek Alessi’s journey began as an overweight teenager who transformed his own health through strength training and nutrition. Inspired by his personal success and disillusioned by the fitness industry’s obsession with extremes, he dedicated his life to helping people achieve lasting wellness. For almost 30 years, Dr. Derek has specialized in helping adults over 45 reduce medications, strengthen their immune systems, and improve their health through intelligent exercise and practical nutrition strategies—not fads or quick fixes. His mission is simple: Help people live longer, feel stronger, and make the most of their lives. 📲 Connect with Dr. Derek Alessi 🌐 Website: alessifit.com 📸 Instagram (Alessi Fitness): @alessifitness 📘 Facebook (Alessi Fitness): Alessi Fitness 🌐 Strength Genesis: strengthgenesis.com 📸 Instagram (Strength Genesis): @strengthgenesis 📘 Facebook (Strength Genesis): Strength Genesis 🎁 Special Offer for Listeners: Mention "COACHDEBBIEPOTTS" for special discounts on Dr. Derek Alessi’s programs and products at Strength Genesis! 🔥 What Are You Doing Today to Ensure You Thrive at 70, 80, and Beyond? Aging is not just about genetics—it’s about the daily choices you make. Ask yourself: 🔹 Are you addressing both external and hidden internal stressors? 🔹 Are you following a personalized plan rather than a one-size-fits-all solution? 🔹 Have you been told your labs are “normal,” but you still feel something is off? If you're feeling stuck despite doing “everything right,” it’s time to investigate deeper. Let’s uncover hidden stressors, correct metabolic chaos, and rebuild your health from the inside out. 🧬 The WHOLESTIC Method: A Science-Based Approach to Health & Longevity Your health is about more than just diet and exercise. Chronic hidden stress impacts everything—from fat loss to hormone balance to energy and cognitive function. The WHOLESTIC Method focuses on optimizing the WHOLE you: ✅ Metabolic Health – Become fat-adapted & optimize fuel utilization ✅ Hormone Balance – Address adrenal, thyroid, and sex hormone imbalances ✅ Gut & Digestion – Heal your gut for improved absorption, mood, and energy ✅ Personalized Nutrition – Tailored eating plan based on your bio-individuality ✅ Recovery & Longevity – Improve sleep, detoxification, and stress resilience There is no magic pill—but there is a personalized solution! 🧩 Let’s Investigate & Optimize Your Health Together Don't settle for "just getting by." Choose to thrive now and into the decades ahead. If you're ready to take control of your health, energy, and longevity, let's connect! 📞 Book a Complimentary 20-Minute Discovery Call → Schedule with Coach Debbie 📚 Read Life is Not a Race, It's a Journey → Get the Book on Amazon 🔹 Follow & Connect with Coach Debbie 🌐 Web: debbiepotts.net 📩 Instagram | Facebook | YouTube → @CoachDebbiePotts Let's redefine aging and unlock your full potential— Because LIFE IS NOT A RACE, IT’S A JOURNEY! 🚀💪
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  • #589 Uncovering Mitochondrial Health with Dr. Patel & mescreen™

    #589 Uncovering Mitochondrial Health with Dr. Patel & mescreen™
    May 13 2025
    In this episode, Dr. Patel joins us to dive deep into the science behind mescreen™—a patented, at-home mitochondrial testing and analysis kit that's transforming the way we approach personalized health optimization. From easy sample collection to expert-level analysis and guidance, mescreen™ offers a powerful look into your mitochondrial efficiency and energy production, giving you real, actionable insights to support your vitality journey. 🔎 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How the mescreen™ at-home testing kit works from start to finish ✅ Why mitochondrial health is the missing link in many chronic fatigue and energy-related issues ✅ The science behind mescreen’s proprietary analysis process ✅ How to get personalized supplement and lifestyle recommendations ✅ The value of working with a mescreen™ mitochondrial advisor or integrating your results with your healthcare practitioner 🧪 How mescreen™ Works – Step-by-Step: Register Your Kit Ensure accurate tracking of your sample by linking it to your profile. Complete Your Digital Health Questionnaire Share your health history, medications, and allergies for fully personalized insights. Collect Your Blood Sample at Home A quick and simple 10-minute process with clear instructions and video support. Receive Your Results (3-4 Weeks Post Sample Arrival) Get detailed scoring of your mitochondrial efficiency, supplement suggestions, lifestyle upgrades, and vitality tracking. Get Expert Guidance Review your results with a mescreen™ mitochondrial advisor or easily share them with your healthcare provider. 💡 Why mescreen™? Personalized mitochondrial efficiency score Expert-level guidance to optimize your energy and vitality Clear supplement and lifestyle recommendations Results you can track, review, and act on Backed by science. Designed for real-life application. 🌟 Special Offer for The Coach Debbie Potts Show Listeners 👉 Go to mescreen.com/how-it-works 🎁 Use code COACHDEBBIEPOTTS to save $100 on your testing kit! 🧬 Test – don’t guess – how healthy your mitochondria are. Take control of your energy and optimize how you age from the inside out at a cellular level. 🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share the episode with someone who’s ready to level up their longevity, energy, and performance. 👉 Listen Now on YouTube: Reverse Aging from the Inside Out | Mitochondrial Testing with mescreen™ & Dr. Patel What Are You Doing Today to Ensure You Thrive at 70, 80, and Beyond? Aging is not just about genetics—it’s about the choices you make today. Are you taking ownership of your health, metabolism, and performance to ensure you thrive instead of struggle as you age? 🔹 Are you addressing both external AND hidden internal stressors? 🔹 Are you following a personalized approach instead of a one-size-fits-all method? 🔹 Have you been told your labs are “normal,” but you know something is off? If you’re feeling stuck despite your best efforts, it’s time to investigate. Let’s look under the hood, identify metabolic chaos, and put the missing pieces of your health puzzle back together. The WHOLESTIC Method: A Science-Based Approach to Health & Longevity Your health is more than just exercise and nutrition. Chronic stress—both visible and hidden—impacts everything, from fat loss to energy, recovery, hormones, and longevity. The WHOLESTIC Method is designed to optimize the WHOLE you from the inside out, focusing on: ✅ Metabolic Health – Become fat-adapted & optimize fuel utilization ✅ Hormone Balance – Address stress, thyroid, and sex hormone imbalances ✅ Gut & Digestion – Heal your gut for better nutrient absorption & performance ✅ Personalized Nutrition – A plan tailored to your bio-individuality ✅ Recovery & Longevity – Improve sleep, detox pathways, and stress resilience There is no magic fix, but there IS a personalized solution. Let’s Investigate & Optimize Your Health Together Don’t settle for “just getting by.” Choose to thrive each day instead of just surviving. If you’re ready to take control of your health, energy, and longevity, let’s chat! 📞 Book a Complimentary 20-Minute Discovery Call → Contact Coach Debbie 📚 Read “Life is Not a Race, It’s a Journey” → Get the Book on Amazon 🔹 Follow & Connect with Coach Debbie 🌐 Web: debbiepotts.net 📩 Instagram | Facebook | YouTube at Coach Debbie Potts Let’s redefine aging and unlock your full potential—because LIFE IS NOT A RACE, IT’S A JOURNEY! 🚀💪
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  • #588 Microplastics, Coffee, and Gut Health with Dr. Vincent Pedre

    #588 Microplastics, Coffee, and Gut Health with Dr. Vincent Pedre
    May 8 2025

    Microplastics, Coffee, and Gut Health with Dr. Vincent Pedre

    On today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Vincent Pedre, a functional medicine physician, gut health expert, and best-selling author of The GutSMART Protocol. Dr. Pedre and I explore the often-overlooked link between gut health and microplastics, as well as the impact of daily habits—like drinking coffee—that may be silently affecting your well-being.

    ☕ Did you know your morning coffee might be exposing you to microplastics and toxins that disrupt your hormones and gut health? In this episode, we break down why this is a serious concern and how you can make smarter choices to protect your health.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • ✅ What microplastics are and how they enter the human body, particularly the gut

    • ✅ Why microplastics pose a hidden danger to hormonal balance and digestion

    • ✅ How daily microhabits—like your coffee choice—impact long-term health

    • ✅ The importance of clean, toxin-free coffee and gut-friendly nutrition

    • ✅ Simple steps to reduce exposure to toxins and optimize gut health

    Meet Dr. Vincent Pedre: Dr. Pedre is the founder of Happy Gut Life and a sought-after expert in functional medicine. His best-selling book, The GutSMART Protocol, offers a 14-day personalized gut-healing plan based on his GutSMART Quiz. He has also launched the Gut-Brain Mastery Program, designed to help people reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance cognitive function by optimizing the gut-brain connection.

    His newest venture, Happy Gut Coffee, is a clean, toxin-free coffee designed for people with acid reflux or gut sensitivities—helping you enjoy your morning brew without the digestive distress!

    🎧 Listen to this episode:

    • Apple Podcasts

    • Spotify

    • YouTube

    📲 Follow Dr. Vincent Pedre:

    • Instagram: @DrPedre

    • Website: www.happygutlife.com (Use code COACHDEBBIEPOTTS for a discount!)

    📩 Connect with Coach Debbie:

    • Website: www.debbiepotts.net

    • Instagram: @CoachDebbiePotts

    👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it! 🚀

    #GutHealth #Microplastics #HappyGut #TheGutSMARTProtocol #FunctionalMedicine #HealthOptimisation #Coffee #ToxinFreeCoffee

    Contact Coach Debbie for a complimentary 20-minute call to discover more.
    Connect and Follow Coach Debbie:

    • Life is Not a Race...It is a Journey: Learn how to pace the WHOLE you with The WHOLESTIC Method Amazon Link.
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  • #587 Taking a Midlife Pause to Empower the Future You | Cynthia Thurlow & Coach Debbie Potts

    #587 Taking a Midlife Pause to Empower the Future You | Cynthia Thurlow & Coach Debbie Potts
    May 6 2025

    In this inspiring episode of The Coach Debbie Potts Show, I sit down with the incredible Cynthia Thurlow—nurse practitioner, intermittent fasting expert, and bestselling author of Intermittent Fasting Transformation—to talk all about the Midlife Pause.

    Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or simply feeling “off” in your 40s and 50s, this episode is for YOU. 💥

    Together, we dive into: 🔹 How to recognize early signs of hormonal shifts
    🔹 Why metabolism, energy, and sleep feel different in midlife
    🔹 How stress, cortisol, and insulin resistance play a bigger role than you think
    🔹 The truth about intermittent fasting for women 40+
    🔹 Why building muscle and prioritizing protein is your new superpower
    🔹 Practical mindset shifts to reclaim your power during menopause

    ✨ It’s time to stop struggling and start thriving—by understanding what’s really going on inside your body.

    🧬 As always, we emphasize testing—not guessing—to personalize your path to health, vitality, and longevity.

    🎥 Watch now and subscribe to learn how to pause with purpose and design the future you want to live.

    📌 Subscribe for more on metabolism, midlife, and mindset:
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    📲 Learn more about Cynthia:
    https://www.cynthiathurlow.com
    Follow her on IG: @cynthia_thurlow_

    📞 Book a discovery call with Coach Debbie:
    https://debbiepotts.net

    🔬 Want to TEST, not guess? Learn about my functional lab packages and PNOĒ Metabolic Testing on my website.
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  • Reverse Aging Naturally: My Skin Health Routine to Glow from the Inside Out

    Reverse Aging Naturally: My Skin Health Routine to Glow from the Inside Out
    May 2 2025

    In this empowering episode of The COACH DEBBIE POTTS Show, I dive deep into the science behind why our skin changes as we age—and what we can do to support healthy, radiant skin from the inside out. We explore the key internal drivers like estrogen decline and mitochondrial dysfunction, as well as external stressors like UV exposure and toxins. Most importantly, I share my personal skin care routine and the powerful tools I use daily to age stronger—not just gracefully.

    🧬 What You’ll Learn:
    ✅ The impact of hormonal changes and estrogen decline on skin health
    ✅ How mitochondrial aging affects skin cell energy, hydration, and repair
    ✅ Why oxidative stress accelerates wrinkles, sagging, and dryness
    ✅ Top external contributors to skin aging (UV, pollution, stress)
    ✅ My go-to protocols:
    • Collagen support with Biosil
    • Red light therapy & NIRA Laser for collagen + regeneration
    • Estrogen cream to counteract menopausal skin changes
    • Hydration strategies with BEAM Minerals
    • Young Goose skincare for NAD+, peptides & antioxidants
    • Sauna therapy with Sunlighten for detox + mitochondrial support
    • Gut-skin connection via Gut to Glow and probiotic-rich foods
    ✅ Why sun protection and hormone balance are non-negotiable

    🧴 My Favorite Tools & Supplements (Affiliate Discounts)
    🔗 Biosil Collagen Boost
    🔗 Red Light Therapy Mask – Therasage
    🔗 NIRA Laser
    🔗 Sunlighten Infrared Sauna
    🔗 Gut to Glow by Dr. Davis
    🔗 Young Goose Skincare
    🔗 Karen Martel Estrogen Cream
    🔗 BEAM Minerals
    💸 Use COACHDEBBIEPOTTS at checkout to save!

    🎯 Takeaway:
    Your skin reflects your internal health—and it’s never too early (or too late) to take ownership. With the right strategies, supplements, and smart skincare, you can support collagen, hydration, and regeneration for years to come.

    📲 Connect & Learn More
    Subscribe to The Coach Debbie Potts Show on YouTube:
    👉 Coach Debbie Potts YouTube Channel

    🎙️ Book a Discovery Call or Learn About My Coaching Packages:
    www.debbiepotts.net
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  • #586 Mold Toxicity, Mycotoxins & Chronic Illness Recovery | Dr. Donald Dennis on Solutions for Mold Exposure

    #586 Mold Toxicity, Mycotoxins & Chronic Illness Recovery | Dr. Donald Dennis on Solutions for Mold Exposure
    Apr 29 2025

    Podcast and YouTube Show Notes: Mold Solutions and Mycotoxins with Dr. Dennis and Donald Dennis, MD

    In this insightful interview, we dive deep into the world of mold solutions, mycotoxins, and sinus health with Dr. Dennis and Donald Dennis, MD, a renowned ENT specialist with over 38 years of experience. Dr. Dennis specializes in diagnosing and treating mold-related health issues, including fungal sinusitis, neurological disorders, and chronic infections caused by mycotoxins.

    About Dr. Dennis:

    Dr. Donald Dennis has a distinguished career in medical and surgical care, with a focus on ear, nose, and throat disorders in both children and adults. He has treated over 80,000 patients and is known for his unique approach of considering a patient's home environment and air quality in diagnosing illness. His extensive expertise includes:

    • Endoscopic sinus surgery
    • Balloon sinuplasty
    • Snoring procedures
    • Nasal plastic surgery
    • Chronic ear infections and hearing reconstruction
    • Innovative treatments for fungal sinusitis and mycotoxins

    Dr. Dennis' special focus on mold, mycotoxins, and environmental toxins has led him to pioneer new techniques in treating patients suffering from these issues, including breakthrough procedures to remove fungal balls and mycotoxins from the sinuses.

    Key Discussion Points:
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery for Mold & Mycotoxins: Which patients benefit from this procedure to remove mold and mycotoxins from the sinuses?
    • Natural Products for Recovery: What natural products can support recovery in energy and cognition after mold exposure?
    • AI and Imaging Mycotoxins: How AI is being used to detect mycotoxins in the brain and sinuses, and how this can revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment process.
    Dr. Dennis' Upcoming Work:

    Dr. Dennis is pioneering a groundbreaking approach in imaging mycotoxins using MRI and CT scans of the sinuses. This development is set to change how we view and treat mold exposure, providing more precise diagnostics and treatment options.

    Connect with Dr. Dennis and MicroBalance Health:
    • Instagram: @microbalancehealth
    • Facebook: MicroBalance Health
    • TikTok: @microbalancehealth
    • Contact Catherine Fruechtenicht: catherine@microbalancehealth.com
    Special Offer for Listeners:

    Use the code COACHDEBBIEPOTTS for 10% off sitewide at MicroBalance Health. Please note that all coupons are set as 1 use per customer.

    • Watch the Interview on YouTube:

    Click here to watch the interview on YouTube

    Don't forget to subscribe to the channel for more health insights and expert interviews!

    This episode offers critical insights into how environmental factors like mold and mycotoxins can lead to long-term health issues, and how innovative medical procedures are providing hope for sufferers. Don't miss out on learning about cutting-edge treatments and recovery strategies!
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  • Adaptive vs. Excessive Oxidative Stress in Aging Athletes: How to Train Smarter to Perform Better

    Adaptive vs. Excessive Oxidative Stress in Aging Athletes: How to Train Smarter to Perform Better
    Apr 28 2025

    Are you an active, aging athlete striving to maintain performance, strength, and longevity? 🏃‍♀️🏋️‍♂️🚴‍♀️
    In today's solo episode, I'm taking you down a deep "rabbit hole" on the critical difference between adaptive oxidative stress (the good kind!) and excessive oxidative stress (the damaging kind!).

    You'll learn:

    • How exercise creates oxidative stress

    • Why a little oxidative stress builds stronger mitochondria and improves endurance

    • How too much oxidative stress leads to mitochondrial breakdown, poor recovery, and accelerated aging

    • The warning signs you're tipping into chronic stress overload

    • My key strategies to optimize your training, recovery, and mitochondrial health as you age

    • How to structure your high-intensity sessions to stimulate growth, not damage

    If you're hitting training plateaus, feeling more fatigued, or just want to future-proof your health and performance, this episode is for you!
    Let’s help you become your best self from the inside out — today and for decades to come. 🌟

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    ✅ What is oxidative stress and why you need it (in moderation!)
    ✅ How high-intensity training can either help or hurt you
    ✅ Signs of excessive oxidative stress in athletes 40+
    ✅ Practical fueling and recovery tips to protect your mitochondria
    ✅ How to adapt your training based on YOUR stage of life
    ✅ Steps to create metabolic resilience and a longer healthspan

    Ready to Take Ownership of Your Health Journey? 🚀

    👉 Schedule your Discovery Call with me at www.debbiepotts.net!

    Whether you're looking to investigate and optimize your health with my:

    • DISCOVERY Package

    • ELEVATE Package

    • HEALTH OPTIMIZER Package

    I'll help you dive deep into what's really happening "under the hood" — so you can train smarter, fuel better, and thrive as you age.

    Don't guess — test and transform your future self starting today!

    🔗 Book your call here

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    • 📖 Learn more about The WHOLESTIC Method

    • 📝 Apply for personalized health coaching

    • 🎥 Watch behind-the-scenes insights on YouTube: Coach Debbie Potts

    🧠 Remember:

    It's not about doing more. It's about doing what's right for YOU.
    Let’s stop chasing performance at the cost of your health and start building your future self now. 💪✨
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