Environmental toxins may be part of modern life, but reducing your exposure doesn't have to be overwhelming. On this episode of "Next Level Health," Dr. Melinda Ring sits down with board-certified rheumatologist and environmental health expert Dr. Aly Cohen to explore how everyday chemicals in our food, water, personal care products, and homes may influence our health. Dr. Cohen shares her practical "Four A's" framework for reducing toxic exposures, explains why detox isn't about cleanses or expensive supplements, and offers realistic, science-backed strategies that fit into everyday life. Learn where to focus your efforts, which changes offer the greatest impact, and why small, consistent habits matter more than perfection.

https://youtu.be/04a_OP8lNVw

Can you really slow the aging process? In this episode of Next Level Health, Dr. Melinda Ring talks with functional medicine physician and researcher Dr. Kara Fitzgerald about the science of biological aging and what actually influences it. They unpack DNA methylation in simple terms, discuss why it's never too late to improve your health, explore the evidence behind biological age testing, and explain how a diet rich in polyphenols, protein, and key nutrients may support healthier gene expression. Dr. Fitzgerald also shares practical strategies for healthy aging, women's health, and building habits that promote vitality for years to come.

00:00 Why it's never too late to improve how you age
00:00:25 Welcome to Next Level Health
00:00:54 Healthy aging: separating science from hype
00:02:10 How much control do we really have over aging?
00:03:37 Why exercise becomes even more powerful as we get older
00:05:28 Biological age vs. chronological age explained
00:06:21 What is DNA methylation? (In plain English)
00:09:40 Should you test your biological age?
00:10:55 The pros and cons of longevity testing
00:13:09 Inside the Younger You protocol
00:14:00 The foods that support healthy gene expression
00:15:45 Why eggs, liver, and protein matter for methylation
00:20:44 Healthy aging for women and ovarian health
00:22:44 Can diet support menopause and hormonal health?
00:23:52 One daily habit to slow biological aging
00:25:35 Final takeaways: Your biology is listening

https://youtu.be/KpVsySPtBeY

Despite our efforts, many of us stay stuck in the same emotional patterns, old stories, and unhelpful habits. In this episode of Next Level Health, Dr. Melinda Ring sits down with retired clinical psychologist, Jungian analyst, shamanic practitioner, philanthropist, and bestselling author Carl Greer to explore the inner work that can unlock lasting transformation. Drawing from Jungian psychology, shamanic traditions, and decades of clinical experience, Greer explains how our unconscious beliefs, patterns, and personal stories can influence everything from our relationships and life choices to our physical health.

https://youtu.be/9wVQQpMtuZ0

00:00 Why inner work matters for lasting change
00:00:52 Meet Carl Greer and the concept of hidden wisdom
00:02:48 Why we struggle to change even when we want to
00:04:12 What it really means to "go within"
00:05:42 Fear, resistance, and avoiding self-discovery
00:07:31 How health, relationships, purpose, and spirituality connect
00:10:40 Dialoguing with emotions, symptoms, and inner parts
00:12:33 Practical exercises for accessing inner wisdom
00:15:01 When to seek professional support for inner work
00:16:03 The role of the inner guardian in healing work
00:17:52 Shamanic journeys and accessing deeper insight
00:19:17 Changing the past to transform present choices
00:21:56 Archetypes, symbols, dreams, and personal meaning
00:24:50 Breaking free from limiting roles and identities
00:26:28 Rewriting your health story
00:29:41 Using illness as a catalyst for reflection and growth
00:32:06 Carl Greer's advice for a healthier, more meaningful life
00:33:46 Final thoughts and resources for going deeper