The Health Edge: translating the science of self-care

By: Mark Pettus MD and John Bagnulo PhD MPH
  • Summary

  • “It’s not what we don’t know that gets us into trouble. It’s what we know that ain’t so”.

    Will Rogers


    We believe the explosion of life science research from many disciplines had catapulted ahead of our capacity to process, integrate, understand, and apply. We are interested in translating all that is out there as news to use. A fundamentally different understanding of human biology has emerged. The implications from the perspective of self-care are profound. We are rapidly moving away from the debate of nature versus nurture toward an understanding that life emerges from a dynamic landscape of nature via nurture.

    We are passionate about the science. We are passionate about the implications. We believe in the capacity and possibility made possible by being alive here and now! We are beautifully designed to be on the African Savannah, living fully integrated with our planet, and in the context of social relationship. Our modern environment is not well designed to promote human health and the capacity to thrive. Many are struggling to maintain balance and traction in lives that often feel overwhelming and frightening.The challenge is to better leverage our superb ancestral adaptation for a different and radically challenging modern environment. Everything that touches us today has the potential be be very familiar or totally foreign. The less aware one is of the day to day distance between what we are biologically , as a species, “familiar with” and what we actually encounter, the fewer the possibilities for more effective alignment.

    Leaving one’s health trajectory to chance in our modern environment is a very risky proposition. We are interested in holding the science to the light with an open and humbled mindset. Like you, We are intrepid explorers interested in how we emerge in the midst of our relationship with the environmental inputs of our lives…how we eat, how we move, how we sleep, how we navigate the mind fields of conflict in our lives, how socially connected we are, how we manage the burden of environmental toxins in our lives, how much meaning we cultivate in our work, love, play and how we interpret and respond to stress in our lives. We will drill deep, share all that my experiences has taught and do all that we can to create value for you as you seek to find your health edge. We always welcome your feedback.

    Mark and John

    © 2025 The Health Edge: translating the science of self-care
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Episodes
  • Unlocking the Power of Protein: Transform Your Health with Optimal Intake and Lean Body Mass Maintenance
    Jan 31 2025

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    Unlock the secrets to a healthier, longer life by mastering the science behind protein intake. Discover the critical role of animal protein in maintaining lean body mass, boosting metabolic health, and combating age-related muscle loss. We challenge traditional views and outdated guidelines, bringing you insights from recent research and experts in the field to help you reassess the power of protein in your diet.

    With less than 10% of Americans achieving optimal metabolic health, it's time to rethink how much protein we really need. We explore groundbreaking studies by Dr. Luke von Loon and others that highlight the benefits of higher protein consumption for muscle synthesis, lasting well beyond 24 hours. By understanding how our ancestors thrived on protein-rich diets, you'll gain a new appreciation for why your body efficiently uses protein and how it can transform your health and physique.

    Dive deeper into the specifics of protein optimization, as we discuss the ideal range of 1.2-1.6 g/kg/day for maintenance and up to 1.6 to 2+ grams per kilogram per day for anabolic muscle growth and strength. Learn about the superior amino acid profiles in animal proteins and the essential role of branched-chain amino acids and potassium. We also cover the benefits of creatine and how word-of-mouth communication can be a powerful tool for sharing these life-changing insights. Embrace a diet rich in animal protein and healthy fats, while cutting out sugars and processed carbs, to achieve a more vibrant, healthier you.

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    41 mins
  • Does Eating More Eggs Reduce Alzheimer's Disease Risk?
    Jan 17 2025

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    In this first Health Edge podcast of 2025, Mark Pettus MD and John Bagnulo PhD, MPH review a 2024 study published in The Journal of Nutrition.

    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S002231662400289X?via%3Dihub

    https://www.thehealthedgepodcast.com

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    30 mins
  • Insulin Resistance: The Primary Driver of Modern Disease
    Jan 4 2024

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    In this Health Edge recording, Mark describes a model of integrative health-lifestyle medicine that is distinctly different from current allopathic disease-based models. He examines the metabolic perfect storm of insulin resistance and inflammation as passports to accelerated aging, chronic complex disease risk and poor quality of life or healthspan. His slides can be downloaded at www.thehealthedgepodcast.com

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    53 mins

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