The Longevity Formula

Dr. Brandon Crawford

Is there a secret formula to living a longer, healthier life?

The Longevity Formula offers a comprehensive approach to well-being, providing actionable insights and strategies to transform your life and achieve holistic health and longevity.

This formula encompassing faith, light, movement, mindset, nutrition, and science, serves as your roadmap towards your best self. This podcast is designed for those who are driven to optimize their lives through the dynamic fusion of science, technology, and lifestyle choices.

As a leading functional neurologist, Dr. Brandon Crawford shares his expertise in brain healing and optimization. With a proven track record of restoring functions lost to brain injuries and tackling complex neurological disorders, Dr. Crawford reveals the profound potential within us all.

Unlock your brain's potential and discover the secrets to a long and healthy life. Tune in every Friday for a new episode.

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S3 · E69
August 21 · 52 min
The Ancient Longevity Science That Modern Medicine Ignores | Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP
Dr. John Douillard has spent more than 40 years proving ancient medicine with modern science. A chiropractor, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, bestselling author, and former Director of Player Development for the NBA's New Jersey Nets, he joins Dr. Brandon Crawford to reframe longevity around two systems Western medicine rarely watches: the lymphatic system and Agni, the body's digestive fire. The conversation connects nasal breathing to brainwave coherence, the diaphragm to lymphatic drainage, and lost digestive strength to the wheat everyone now blames. Douillard's argument is blunt: the problem was never the food. It was a digestion and drainage system that went quiet, and the fix is older than modern medicine wants to admit. Follow Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP: Website – https://store.lifespa.com Instagram – https://instagram.com/lifespa YouTube – https://youtube.com/@johndouillardslifespa Facebook – https://facebook.com/dr.douillard LinkedIn – https://linkedin.com/in/dr-john-douillard-2074a065 Linktree – https://linktr.ee/lifespa Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E68
August 7 · 59 min
Maybe It's Not the Microbe. Maybe It's the Terrain | Dr. Bill Rawls, MD
What if chronic illness isn't caused by the infection everyone is trying to eliminate? On this episode of The Longevity Formula, Dr. Brandon Crawford sits down with physician, bestselling author, and chronic illness expert Dr. Bill Rawls, MD, to challenge one of modern medicine's core assumptions: that killing the pathogen is the path to recovery. After his own collapse from Lyme disease, mold exposure, and burnout, Dr. Rawls abandoned symptom-chasing medicine to study cellular health, impaired autophagy, and what he calls "terrain." He explains why Lyme, long COVID, autoimmune disease, mold illness, and fibromyalgia may all trace back to the same broken mechanism. Follow Dr. Bill Rawls, MD: Facebook – https://facebook.com/rawlsmd Instagram – https://instagram.com/rawlsmd LinkedIn – https://linkedin.com/in/bill-rawls-md YouTube – https://youtube.com/@rawlsmd Website – https://rawlsmd.com/resources Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E67
July 24 · 1 hr 10 min
VSEL vs MUSE Stem Cells: What 750 Regenerative Procedures Taught Us About Which One Works | Dr. Jeri LaVigne
Dr. Brandon Crawford, DC, FIBFN-CND, welcomes his most-featured guest, integrative psychologist Dr. Jeri LaVigne, EdD, PhD, for a fourth conversation built on three and a half years and more than 750 regenerative procedures performed side by side. Dr. LaVigne, herself a traumatic brain injury survivor who turned to functional neurology after conventional medicine dismissed her symptoms, explains why regeneration depends on "favorable conditions" — you can't plant a crop in damaged soil and expect it to thrive. Past Episodes with Dr. Jeri LaVigne: Episode 005 – https://www.drbrandoncrawford.com/podcast/episodes/dr-jeri-lavigne-unleashing-vsels-potential-with-mind-body-healing Episode 025 – https://www.drbrandoncrawford.com/podcast/episodes/why-dopamine-is-making-you-unhappy Episode 026 – https://www.drbrandoncrawford.com/podcast/episodes/why-dopamine-is-making-you-unhappy-part-2 Follow Dr. Jeri LaVigne: Instagram – https://instagram.com/efficientbrain Facebook – https://facebook.com/efficientbrain Website – https://efficientbrain.com Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E66
July 10 · 1 hr 27 min
Earth’s Failing Magnetic Shield & How Your Brain Is Paying the Price | Dr. Jack Kruse
What do a brainstem tumor in a charity hospital, a quiet attack unfolding on the Bitcoin blockchain, and the accelerating collapse of Earth's magnetic field have in common? According to Dr. Jack Kruse — neurosurgeon, quantum biology pioneer, and one of the most polarizing voices in both medicine and Bitcoin — they're the same problem, showing up in different domains. In this episode, Dr. Brandon Crawford sits down with Dr. Kruse for a conversation that moves from the laws of thermodynamics through the architecture of the Bitcoin block wars and into one of the most urgent questions in Brandon's own clinic: why is he seeing more autism, dementia, and neurodegeneration in Texas than ever before? Dr. Kruse's answer is not what most clinicians — or most Bitcoiners — are prepared to hear. Follow Dr. Jack Kruse: X – https://x.com/drjackkruse Instagram – https://instagram.com/drjackkruse Facebook – https://facebook.com/drjackkruse LinkedIn – https://linkedin.com/in/drjackkruse Website – https://jackkruse.com Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E65
May 8 · 1 hr 7 min
How a Nobel Prize Molecule Could Add 20+ Years to Your Life | Chris Burres
In 1985, three scientists at Rice University discovered a carbon molecule so structurally perfect it eventually earned them the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. What nobody anticipated was what would happen when researchers gave it to rats — a 90% extension in lifespan, the longest longevity result ever recorded in mammalian history. Chris Burres has been manufacturing this molecule since 1991, five years before the Nobel Prize was awarded. He joins Dr. Brandon Crawford to break down how ESS60 (Carbon 60) works at the mitochondrial level, why it functions as a buffering oxidative stress system rather than a conventional antioxidant, and what the growing clinical evidence suggests about its effects on sleep, inflammation, cognition, and long-term healthspan.‍ Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E64
April 17 · 59 min
Before the Diagnosis: How Cellular Intelligence Is Rewriting Longevity Medicine | Dr. Adrijana Kekic
What if your body has already been sending distress signals for years — signals your doctor's standard tests were never designed to catch? Dr. Brandon Crawford sits down with Dr. Adrijana Kekic — longevity pharmacist, Futurome founder, and one of the nation's first pharmacogenomic clinical pharmacy specialists — to explore multiomics: the systems biology revolution that turns your cells into a real-time dashboard for your health. Dr. Kekic also unpacks cellular drift, the quiet erosion of your cells' ability to intelligently respond to their environment, and why detecting it early is the entire game in longevity medicine. Resources: Futurome Longevity Quiz – https://www.futurome.com/longevity-quiz‍ Dr. Adrijana Kekic on Substack – https://substack.com/@adrijanakekic‍ Geneva College of Longevity Sciences – https://www.gcls.study Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E63
April 3 · 53 min
Your Toilet Knows More About Your Brain Than Your Doctor Does | Scott Hickle, Throne Science
What if your toilet could detect cancer before your doctor can? Scott Hickle, co-founder and CEO of Throne Science, joins Dr. Brandon Crawford to introduce a clip-on smart toilet device that silently turns every bathroom visit into a continuous health monitoring session. No behavior change required. No sample collection. Just data, automatically, every single day. Throne tracks four core biomarker categories in real time: functional gut health, hydration status, bathroom behavior patterns, and prostate health for men, delivering the longitudinal surveillance that a single gut test or annual bloodwork simply cannot. Dr. Crawford and Scott unpack the gut-brain connection, the failure of patient recall in clinical gut health, why GLP-1 drugs and opioids demand far more gut monitoring than they currently receive, and how Throne's upcoming microscopic blood detection capability could become the first continuous cancer screening device ever built. Real user stories, hard data, and a conversation about what becomes possible when the last dark zone of human health data finally comes into the light. Resources: Use code DRCRAWFORD for 20% off at Throne Science (https://thronescience.com/) Follow Throne Science on all platforms – @thronescience Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E62
March 13 · 1 hr 1 min
Gabby Reece on Real Strength, Surrender, and Family Resilience
What happens when an elite athlete realizes that physical power is only one small part of the human experience? Performance icon Gabby Reece reveals the truth about emotional resilience, the communication systems that anchor her 30-year relationship, why modern tech is a "beast" rotting our focus, and the high-performance secret found in surrendering control. Gabby Reece joins Dr. Brandon Crawford to bridge the gap between performance culture and health culture. They unpack how she evolved from chasing physical dominance to cultivating spiritual surrender and relational integrity, offering a roadmap for high-demand humans who want to show up as better spouses, parents, and leaders. Resources: ‍Breathe by James Nestor‍ The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson‍ The CHEK Institute (Paul Chek)‍ Dr. Gabrielle Lyon‍ Dr. Stacy Sims Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E61
February 27 · 1 hr 3 min
How Oral Inflammation Drives Chronic Disease & Cognitive Decline | Dr. Jonathan Levine
What if your bleeding gums are silently damaging your heart and brain? NYU professor and medical pioneer Dr. Jonathan Levine reveals the truth about the oral-systemic superhighway, how mouth bacteria trigger Alzheimer’s, the "small jaw" epidemic sabotaging your sleep, and his 3-minute routine for ultimate longevity! Dr. Jonathan Levine is a world-renowned prosthodontist, NYU clinical professor, and inventor with over 29 patents. He is the founder of GLO Science and a leading pioneer in oral-systemic medicine, dedicated to bridging the gap between dental health and longevity. Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E60
February 13 · 1 hr 4 min
Inside the Mind of a Non-Speaking Autistic Child with Greysen
Dr. Brandon Crawford welcomes Greyson Ghali, a non-speaking 8-year-old who uses a spelling board to communicate. This conversation pulls back the curtain on the "brain-body disconnect," the reality of apraxia, and the extraordinary intuitive abilities that non-speaking individuals often possess. Greyson was initially labeled with "intellectual impairment," a diagnosis his parents now realize was a mistake caused by testing methods that rely on motor skills rather than cognitive ability. Through the Rapid Prompting Method (RPM), Greyson found his voice at age 4, proving he was already literate and excelling in advanced subjects like World War II history and chemistry. The episode also touches on the "unexplainable," including Greyson’s ability to "visit" Dr. Crawford in a dream and his mastery over physical electronics using his mind. Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E59
January 30 · 56 min
How I Healed Crohn's Disease Without Medication | Dane Johnson
After hitting a 120-pound "lowest point" at age 26 and facing emergency colon surgery, Dane Johnson explains how the failure of conventional medicine became the necessary curriculum for his transformation from a bedridden patient into a man on a mission. Alongside Dr. Crawford, he discusses the dangers of "Magic Protocol Syndrome" and the vital necessity of transitioning from a victim to the CEO of your own health. A key takeaway is that shifting your internal identity must occur before you can truly change your biology, as healing requires divorcing yourself from standard Western medical thinking to build a customized, evolving lifestyle. The conversation further explores the neurobiology of gratitude, emphasizing that you must "get happy before you get healthy" to move the body out of a sympathetic stress state. This shift allows the parasympathetic system to begin repairing the gut, a process Dane supports through his "SHIELD" acronym and the concept of "Food Philosophy," which involves assessing dietary risks in real-time. Ultimately, the episode reveals that the discipline required to heal a chronic illness is the exact same foundation needed for extraordinary success in life, proving that growth—whether in health or business—is a lifelong journey of seeking 1% improvements every day. Resources Unlimited Power by Tony Robbins Awaken the Giant Within by Tony Robbins Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza Supergut by Dr. William Davis The Maker's Diet by Jordan Rubin Breaking the Vicious Cycle (SCD - Specific Carbohydrate Diet) by Elaine Gottschall CCLifestyle Shield Program: https://crohnscolitislifestyle.mykajabi.com/shieldprogram?el=website Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S3 · E58
January 16 · 1 hr 4 min
Reversing "Incurable" Cancer with Nature's Most Powerful Molecule | Samuel Shepherd
Dr. Brandon Crawford is joined by Samuel Shepherd, a former Department of Defense biochemical engineer who used his expertise in weapons development to reverse-engineer a cure for his own "incurable" bone cancer. They deep-dive into the science of oxidative stress, the hierarchy of antioxidants, and the specific molecule that allows animals like naked mole rats and sharks to resist cancer and aging. Samuel recounts his 2003 diagnosis of polycythemia vera, where his blood pressure reached levels that "pegged" medical monitors at 300 mmHg. After years of grueling phlebotomies, Sam used a screening algorithm to find a commonality among cancer-resistant species. That common thread was Astaxanthin. However, he didn't just find a supplement; he discovered a way to modify the molecule into a glucosidic form that bypasses the body's digestive barriers to target disease at the atomic level. Key Takeaways The Root of All Evil: 92% of inflammatory disease deaths are driven by the hydroxyl free radical. By neutralizing this specific ROS, you address the cause of disease (the trunk) rather than just the symptoms. Molecular Saponification: By using a glucosidic "Trojan Horse" delivery, astaxanthin enters cancer cells and converts acidic free radicals into alkaline ions, dissolving the cancer cell membrane in seconds. The Antioxidant Cliff: Natural cellular protection (Glutathione, SOD) fails significantly after age 42 W or 50 M, making external supplementation essential for longevity. Beyond Brain Barriers: Unlike many antioxidants, this specialized form of astaxanthin crosses the blood-brain barrier, allowing it to neutralize neurotoxins linked to Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. Resources Use code CRAWFORD at checkout on Valasta.net for a 10% discount on your order. Valasta.net (testimonials, NIH research papers, dosing information) NIH Research Database (search: "NIH + astaxanthin + [disease]") ProQuest Government Research Database Life Extension (publishes astaxanthin research papers) Dr. Fred Bisci (mentioned as colleague) HSCRP (high-sensitivity C-reactive protein) testing for inflammation markers Hematococcus Pluvialis (algae source of astaxanthin) Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S2 · E57
Dec 19, 2025 · 1 hr 28 min
The Miracle Baby Who Shattered Medical Science | The Longhenry Family
Dr. Brandon Crawford sits down with Bill, Meghan, and Theo Longhenry to share the miraculous journey of their daughter, Millie, who was born with alobar holoprosencephaly (HPE)—a severe, often fatal brain malformation. Despite being placed on hospice and told she had no hope of development, Millie's life is a living testament to the convergence of faith, neuroplasticity, and regenerative medicine. The Longhenry family offers a raw, faith-fueled perspective on confronting an impossible diagnosis. They recount the emotional trauma of being told by medical experts to "take her home and prepare for her to die" and the subsequent decision to reject a "comfort-only" path, choosing instead to pursue aggressive, unconventional healing methods. The conversation highlights the foundational role of faith, particularly the family's reliance on Psalm 23, which Millie visibly responds to with profound joy. Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S2 · E56
Dec 5, 2025 · 1 hr
What Medical School Didn't Teach Me About Vaccines | Dr. Gator Warsh
Board-certified pediatrician Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh offers a balanced, non-polarized look at vaccine safety, revealing the scientific gaps often hidden from parents. Dr. Warsh, author of Between a Shot and a Hard Place, discusses the absence of long-term vaccinated vs. unvaccinated studies and how the 1986 liability shield removed pharmaceutical accountability, creating little incentive for better safety research. He addresses institutional censorship, including why the Henry Ford Health study showing adverse health trends was suppressed. The conversation focuses on empowering parents with honest information and practical advice for navigating vaccine decisions, finding supportive pediatricians, and creating personalized schedules, grounded in a call for more scientific rigor. Resources Mentioned Between a Shot and a Hard Place (book by Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh) Between a Shot and a Hard Place (Substack by Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh) Henry Ford Health's unpublished vaccinated vs. unvaccinated study (exposed by Del Bigtree) The McCullough Report (review of autism and vaccine literature) Dissolving Illusions (book on vaccine history) Turtles All the Way Down (book on vaccine research methodology) Aaron Siri's Book (on vaccine law and liability) Paul Offit's Book (pro-vaccine perspective) Kevin McKernan's Research (DNA contamination in COVID vaccines, SV40 promoters) The HighWire (Del Bigtree's show) An Inconvenient Study (Del Bigtree’s documentary) Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S2 · E55
Nov 21, 2025 · 1 hr 44 min
This Study Could Take Down the Vaccine Industry | Del Bigtree
A whistleblowing exposé revealing how a landmark vaccine safety study—conducted by a major pro-vaccine institution—showed alarming health risks in vaccinated children, but was buried to protect careers and reputations. Del Bigtree breaks down the study’s results, the institutional censorship behind its suppression, and why this could be the biggest scandal in modern medicine—one that raises existential questions about science, truth, and freedom. Resources Mentioned An Inconvenient Study ICAN (Informed Consent Action Network) Henry Ford Health's unpublished vaccinated vs. unvaccinated study The HighWire show Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S2 · E54
Nov 7, 2025 · 1 hr 22 min
Bitcoin, Sovereignty & The Global Health Crisis: Dr. Jack Kruse's World Tour Revelations
In this candid and unscripted conversation, Dr. Brandon Crawford and Dr. Jack Kruse take a wide-ranging journey from a global cruise to the most critical threats facing human health and freedom. Dr. Kruse shares shocking observations from his 2.5-month world cruise, highlighting that countries like Australia are severely sick and their citizens are often unaware of the depth of the health crisis or the intentional censorship of vital information regarding turbo cancers and vaccine contamination. He reveals that this systemic problem stems from a centralized, corporatized system owned by financial powers, arguing that this cabal is the true "Deep State." Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S2 · E53
Oct 24, 2025 · 56 min
The Foundational Molecule: Dr. Nathan Bryan on Why Nitric Oxide Changes Everything
The episode features an urgent conversation with renowned nitric oxide biochemist Dr. Nathan Bryan, who explains why nitric oxide is the foundational molecule of health, connecting everything from cardiovascular function to Alzheimer's prevention. Dr. Bryan details how nitric oxide regulates blood flow, mobilizes stem cells, and controls mitochondrial energy production. He argues that the loss of nitric oxide production, often caused by the destruction of the oral microbiome (via antiseptic mouthwash and fluoride) and poor light environments, is the root cause of many chronic diseases. He explains his scientific approach to restoring nitric oxide with a patented lozenge, affirming his mission to develop therapeutic solutions that help patients get off prescription drugs, despite significant pushback. Resources: Use discount code “Crawford” for 10% off your purchase at n101.com Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S2 · E52
Oct 10, 2025 · 1 hr
How One Teen’s Brain Injury Led Her to Her Life’s Purpose: Ellie Altman's Healing Journey
College student Ellie Altman shares her incredible story of transformation after suffering two severe concussions that triggered daily, uncontrollable seizures. She details the shock of being misdiagnosed with generalized epilepsy and finding no relief from maximum medication dosages. Ellie reveals how functional neurology, coupled with unwavering faith, was the only path to healing. She describes the "new hope" she found when traditional medical approaches failed, achieving complete seizure freedom and recovering her cognitive life through neuroplasticity. Ellie’s story is a testament to the power of never accepting "never." Her recovery culminated in achieving complete seizure freedom and successfully making the cut for her university's competitive a cappella group. Inspired by her own journey, Ellie is now pursuing her calling to become a functional neurologist, embodying the principle that sometimes your greatest trial becomes your greatest purpose. Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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S2 · E51
Sep 26, 2025 · 53 min
The Tylenol-Autism Connection: What the FDA Warnings Don't Tell You with Sarah Crawford
In this impromptu episode of The Longevity Formula, Dr. Brandon Crawford and his wife, Sarah Crawford, discuss the recent FDA warning linking acetaminophen (Tylenol) to autism and ADHD. They explain that this correlation is not new in holistic health and highlight Tylenol's mechanism of action and its well-documented side effect of glutathione depletion, a master antioxidant crucial for detoxification and protecting the brain and body from oxidative stress. The conversation expands to other controversial topics, including how Tylenol use can compound vaccine-related risks by blunting immune and inflammatory responses, and the importance of circadian biology in boosting glutathione and supporting cellular health. The episode concludes with a data-driven analysis of a large birth cohort study, examining the prevalence of chronic diseases in vaccinated versus unvaccinated populations. This episode serves as a call to action for parents and providers to question the status quo, conduct due diligence, and prioritize a holistic, root-cause approach to health. Key Takeaways The Tylenol-Glutathione Connection is Not New: The link between Tylenol and neurodevelopmental issues isn't new; studies from the 90s show Tylenol depletes glutathione, a vital antioxidant for detoxification and protecting the brain. Medicine Should Not Be Dogmatic: Physicians should stay updated with current research and always weigh the risks and benefits of treatments, even for common over-the-counter medications like Tylenol. Glutathione and Vaccine Safety: Using Tylenol after a vaccine can be counterproductive, as the resulting glutathione depletion may hinder the body's intended immune response. Holistic Health Starts with Foundational Habits: The best way to support your body's health and natural glutathione production is through foundational habits like good sleep and proper sun exposure, not just with supplements. A Broader Look at Chronic Disease: A study comparing vaccinated and unvaccinated children showed significant health outcome differences, highlighting the need for a more comprehensive and open analysis of public health data. Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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Sep 5, 2025 · 56 min
Why Topical NAD+ May Be More Powerful Than IVs with Dr. Lamees Hamdan
Exploring how the skin can serve as a powerful delivery system for NAD+ to enhance energy, longevity, and cellular health. Dr. Hamdan shares the science behind her topical and oral NAD+ protocols, dispels myths about IV NAD+, and connects skin health to systemic wellness and stress resilience. Key Takeaways The Goldilocks Approach to Wellness: Dr. Hamdan advocates for a balanced "Goldilocks" approach to health—not too little, not too much. This philosophy applies to everything from supplements to smart sun exposure for vitamin D and mood. A Proactive Approach to Skincare: The key to good skincare is being proactive, not reactive. Dr. Hamdan suggests addressing the root causes of issues like acne, such as stress and high cortisol, rather than just using topical treatments. The Inside-Out & Outside-In Method: Dr. Hamdan’s longevity strategy is a dual approach: using supplements to energize cells internally while applying topical products to directly boost collagen and elastin production on the skin. Resources Rhodiola Rosea as an adaptogen NAD+ oral boosters (TimeBeam supplement) Milky Serum with NAD+ (topical) Tower 28 Hypochlorous Spray for eczema Elta MD Sunscreen Book: "Breath" by James Nestor Adaptogens: Reishi, Valerian root, L-Theanine Herbs used in traditional healing: Frankincense, Ginger Tea, Za'atar Products: 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Stimpod STEMREGEN® For more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm
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