



Cracking Your Genetic Code: Functional Genomics with Jaclyn Downs
In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with Jaclyn Downs, MS, a certified functional genomics expert and author of Enhancing Fertility Through Functional Medicine. While many people have heard of the "MTHFR" gene, Jaclyn explains to Dr. Pinkston why that is only the tip of the …

Beyond the $400 Cream: Science-Backed Skincare and Affordable Health
In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston welcomes back her favorite compounding pharmacist, Ray Solano of PD Labs. Together, they pull back the curtain on the skincare industry, revealing why a high price tag doesn't always equal high quality. Ray introduces his new Skin Lasting line—pharma…

Re-Learning the World: The Active Path Through Grief
In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with renowned philosopher and author Thomas Attig to tackle one of life’s most difficult and avoided subjects: death and grieving. Moving beyond the common "five stages" model, Thomas shares his unique existential approach to loss. He expl…

Mastering HRV: The Key to Longevity with Jim LaValle
Dr. Pinkston and metabolic expert Jim LaValle explain why Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is the ultimate metric for stress and aging. Learn how to track your HRV, avoid the "caffeine trap," and use simple breathing and movement techniques to retrain your nervous system for a longer, healthier life.

Decoding the Gut Microbiome: AI-Driven Health & Longevity with Dr. Pinkston and Dr. Leo Grady
Join Dr. Pinkston on The Better Life for an enlightening deep dive into the gut microbiome. Featuring AI expert Dr. Leo Grady, founder of Jonah, this episode explores how cutting-edge technology analyzes over 200,000 medical studies to map the 30 trillion organisms living within you. Dr. Pinkston a…

The Great Healthcare Disruption: A Path to Better Health
In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with Dr. Marschall Runge, Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School and CEO of Michigan Medicine. Together, they explore the systemic challenges facing the American healthcare system and discuss the optimistic future outlined in Dr.…

Unmasking Food Triggers: The Power of the Elimination Diet
Is what you’re eating causing your pain, fatigue, or stubborn weight gain? Join Dr. Pinkston and nutritionist Laura LaValle as they dive deep into the Elimination Diet—the gold standard for identifying hidden food sensitivities. In this episode, Dr. Pinkston explores why modern life has triggered …

A Promise Kept: Navigating Dementia and End-of-Life Choices
Join Dr. Pinkston as she welcomes Erica Bacchus, author of the deeply personal book, A Promise Kept. Erica shares the extraordinary and heartbreaking story of her late husband, John, and his battle with early cognitive impairment consistent with Alzheimer's disease. This conversation delves into a…

Stop Hair Loss: Personalized, Evidence-Based Solutions with GetHairMD™
This episode features Dr. Pinkston and Paul Herchman, Co-Executive Founder of Get Hair MD, discussing a holistic and evidence-based approach to hair loss. They highlight the widespread issue of hair loss in both men and women, exacerbated by factors like stress and rapid weight loss (including GLP-…

Eating Healthy & Mindful Balance During the Holidays
This episode of The Better Life with Dr Pinkston features Dr Pinkston and Ray Solano from PD Labs, focusing on how to navigate and survive the holidays—dubbed the "Super Bowl of Sugar" (Halloween to Valentine's Day)—without derailing your health goals. The discussion centers on research challengin…