Metagenics Institute Podcast

Exploring the Endocannabinoid System, PEA and OEA with Prof Daniele Piomelli

December 16th, 2020  |  1 hr 5 mins

cannabinoid research, cannabis, daniele piomelli, health, metagenics, nathan rose, nature, nature medicine, neuroscience, professor, science, university of california

Daniele Piomelli joins us from the University of California, Irvine, where he is the Louise Turner Arnold Chair in Neurosciences and Distinguished Professor of Anatomy and Neurobiology, Pharmacology and Biological Chemistry. Piomelli is the author of over 400 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Nature, Science, Nature Medicine, PNAS and Nature Neuroscience, three books, and 34 patents. He is also the Director of the Centre for the Study of Cannabis and Editor-in-Chief of Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, the first peer-reviewed journal entirely dedicated to the study of cannabis, its derivatives, and their endogenous counterparts in the human body. In this episode, he shares a wealth of information regarding the endocannabinoid system and the acylethanolamides, oleoylethanolamide (OEA) and palmitoylethanolamide (PEA).

The Science of Longevity with Dr Tommy Wood

December 2nd, 2020  |  1 hr 30 mins

age, ageing, dr tommy wood, genetics, health, life span, longevity, macronutrients, metagenics, nathan rose

Dr Tommy Wood earned his medical degree at the University of Oxford, and subsequently completed PhD in physiology and neuroscience at the University of Oslo. Currently, he holds academic positions at the University of Washington and Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. One of Dr Wood’s research interests is developing easily-accessible methods with which to track human health, performance, and longevity. In this episode, Dr Wood shares a plethora of information regarding the science of longevity, including patterns in ageing, determining biological age, and importantly, whether specific ingredients can increase longevity.

Leaky Gut - Concept or Clinical Entity? A Lesson from Dr Eammon Quigley

November 3rd, 2020  |  43 mins 16 secs

digestion., digestive disorders, dr eammon quigley, gastroenterology, gut health, health, leaky gut, microbiome, nathan rose, neurogastroenterology, podcast

In this episode, Nathan had the honour of discussing intestinal permeability and ‘leaky gut’ with renowned gastroenterologist, Dr Eammon Quigley. He is internationally known for his research on gastrointestinal motility disorders, neurogastroenterology and the gut microbiome and has published more than 800 peer-reviewed articles, reviews, editorials, book chapters and case reports. Quigley is past president of the American College of Gastroenterology and the World Gastroenterology Organisation. His current responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the David M. Underwood Chair of Medicine in Digestive Disorders, Head of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Houston Methodist Hospital, and Professor of Medicine at both the Institute of Academic Medicine and Weill Cornwell Medical College.

New Insights into the Gut-Brain Axis with Scott Anderson

October 13th, 2020  |  1 hr 6 mins

cognitive health, depression, gut health, gut-brain axis, health, mood disorders, science journalist, scott anderson, vagus nerve

For anyone fascinated by the gut-brain connection, this episode is sure to pique your interest. Scott C Anderson is a scientist, science journalist and co-author of the book, The Psychobiotic Revolution. With great enthusiasm, he brings us up to speed on gut-brain axis centred research – from the relationship between gut health and depression, to the role psychobiotics and diet in the management of mental health conditions.

Retraining the Brain with Ashok Gupta

August 25th, 2020  |  59 mins 26 secs

amygdala, ashok gupta, brain, chronic, health, illness, metagenics, nathan rose, neuroplasticity

Following his ME/CFS diagnosis 20 years ago, Ashok Gupta went on a journey to reclaim his health. His road to recovery emphasised the importance of retraining his brain and he subsequently created a 7-step program to promote neuroplasticity and support healing from chronic illness. In this episode, Gupta explains the basis for his hypothesis and shares an overview of the steps involved in the brain retraining process. A truly fascinating episode, you shan’t be disappointed!

How to Starve Cancer with Jane McLelland

July 21st, 2020  |  1 hr 10 mins

cancer, health, healthy living, jane mclelland, metagenics, nathan rose, natural health, research, science

From 1994 until 2004 Jane McLelland battled two aggressive cancers with metastatic spread. Using her medical knowledge and researching heavily, she put together a cancer-starving formula, using natural therapies, exercise, diet and a unique cocktail of medications. Her personalised prescription saw her cancer “melt away”.

Listen in to hear her remarkable story, and share her wisdom concerning cancer management.

A Deep Dive: Examining Insulin Resistance, Carbohydrate Metabolism and Obesity with Dr Brad Dieter.

July 10th, 2020  |  1 hr 1 min

brad dieter, carbohydrate metabolism, diabetes, diet, health, insulin resistance, molecular biology, obesity, physiology

In his words, Dr Brad Dieter’s goal is to use analytics, data science, and a deep understanding of scientific principles to help solve advanced problems. With a background in exercise physiology, molecular biology and biostatistics, Brad proves an excellent guest, as he and Nathan cover the natural history of diabetes and screening tests to assess insulin resistance, to diet debates and the development of obesity – Is it simply a matter of calories in versus calories out? You will have to listen to find out!

Screening for Circulating Tumour Cells (CTC) with Karin Ried

June 2nd, 2020  |  1 hr 14 mins

cancer, cancer screening, health, immune system, karin ried, prostate cancer, tumor cells

Back by popular demand! Associate Professor Dr Karin Ried joins Nathan to discuss the National Institute of Integrative Medicine’s ISET®-CTC test. Ried explains how the test detects CTCs, including how it can distinguish between malignant CTCs and benign circulating epithelial cells, as well as nuances around interpretation of results and the value of monitoring CTCs. Enjoy the highly informative conversation with Dr Ried.

Dr Nathan Byran - The International Leader in Nitric Oxide Biochemistry

February 10th, 2020  |  47 mins 48 secs

cardiovascular, health, health supplements, metagenics, microbiome, nitric oxide, nutrients

Dr Nathan Bryan was the first to describe nitrite and nitrate as indispensable nutrients required for optimal cardiovascular health. Rose asks pertinent questions, and Bryan answers beautifully. Enjoy this highly informative conversation and take away a clear understanding of nitric oxide production and the importance of this molecule for health.

Lifting the Veil of ASD with Professor Robert Hendren

January 15th, 2020  |  50 mins

asd, doctor, gene expression, health, metagenics, nature health, professor, psychiatry, robert hendren, university of california

In this episode, Nathan is joined by Dr Robert Hendren, a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioural Science at the University of California, San Francisco and author of well over 100 scientific papers and five books. From the get-go, it is clear Hendren is deeply committed to his work, and as such, provides valuable insight into the complex pathology that is autism.