In this episode, Dr. Scott A. Johnson interviews Dr. Joe Nieusma, a toxicologist and wellness expert, to discuss the benefits of fasting, particularly intermittent fasting, and its impact on health, aging, and inflammation. They explore the science behind telomeres, the importance of managing inflammation, and practical tips for incorporating fasting into one's lifestyle. Dr. Joe emphasizes the need for patience, the role of lifestyle factors, and the importance of professional guidance when considering fasting protocols.

In this episode, Dr. Scott A. Johnson explores the fascinating relationship between essential oils and gene expression through the lens of epigenetics. He discusses how epigenetics serves as a control system for our DNA, influencing gene expression through mechanisms like DNAmethylation and histone modification. The conversation highlights the impact of lifestyle choices on epigenetic changes and how essential oils can positively affect our health by modulating gene activity. Dr. Johnson emphasizes the importance of understanding these concepts to enhance overall wellness and improve biological age.

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Takeaways

Essential oils can influence gene expression.

Epigenetics is a control system for DNA.

DNA methylation regulates gene activity.

Lifestyle choices affect epigenetic changes.

Essential oils support healthy gene expression.

Small changes can lead to significant health improvements.

Understanding epigenetics is crucial for wellness.

Your body is inherently capable of healing.

Essential oils interact with biological pathways.

Healthy living can positively impact future generations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Essential Oils and Gene Expression

02:29 Understanding Epigenetics and Gene Expression

07:41 The Role of DNA Methylation in Health

12:25 Influence of Lifestyle on Epigenetics

14:06 Essential Oils and Their Impact on Gene Expression

17:55 The Interplay of Essential Oils and Biological Age

21:36 Short Outro.m4v

In this powerful episode of Regaining Health & Humanity,Dr. Scott A. Johnson is joined by Chris Irvin, known as The Ketologist—a researcher and educator passionate about low-carb and ketogenic diets. Together, they explore how dietary resets like the carnivore and keto diets cansupport healing from chronic inflammation, restore gut health, and even help manage autoimmune conditions. Chris also shares how the ketogenic diet can profoundly impact mental health, focus, and emotional well-being. Whether you're battling autoimmunity, brain fog, or just feel like your health needs a reset, this conversation offers hope and practical strategies for reclaiming your vitality.

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Takeaways

· Keto and carnivore diets can reverse chronicdiseases.

· Personal experiences with diet can lead toprofound health changes.

· Not everyone responds the same way to dietarychanges.

· The carnivore diet can be beneficial for thosewith autoimmune conditions.

· Fiber may not be necessary for everyone,especially on a carnivore diet.

· The gut-brain connection is crucial for mentalhealth.

· Ketones provide unique benefits for brainfunction.

· Mitochondrial health is linked to mental healthand inflammation.

· Nutrition research often fails to account forindividual variability.

· Starting with small dietary changes can lead tosignificant health improvements.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ketogenic Diets and Their HealingPower

07:06 The Carnivore Diet: A Tool for Healing

12:00 Understanding Anti-Nutrients and Fiber in Diets

16:16 Identifying the Need for Dietary Reset

20:11 The Connection Between Diet, Gut Health, and MentalHealth

24:14 Metabolic Health and Mental Illness

26:51 The Role of Mitochondria in Mental Health

29:16 Lifestyle Factors and Mental Health Challenges

30:30 Transitioning to Ketogenic and Carnivore Diets

34:15 Debunking Myths About Keto and Carnivore Diets

41:41First Steps to Healing Through Food 43:50 Short Outro.m4v