The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast
Join the world's leading stem cell expert to reverse aging with cutting-edge longevity medicine and comprehensive lifestyle optimization strategies. Dr. Joy Kong, a triple board-certified physician, brings together her love of science and respect for ancient wisdom, incorporating stem cell therapy, peptide therapy, and other innovative modalities. The podcast explores beyond popular diet and fitness obsessions to focus on root causes and health optimization, featuring leading health and medical experts.
Episodes
Stem Cells and Peptides 101: Questions Everyone Actually Asks Me | #196
Two orthopedic surgeons told a 69 year old patient there was no other option left for his knees. He tried something else first, and ten years later he's still walking four miles a day.Dr. Joy Kong is a triple board certified physician specializing in regenerative and anti-aging medicine, and the founder of Chara Health in Los Angeles. In this live audience Q&A, she explains why she uses no
FDA Approval Won't Make Stem Cell Therapy Cheaper | #195
If you're holding off on stem cell therapy because you're waiting for FDA approval to bring the price down, this is the reality check you need.Dr. Joy Kong, a triple board certified physician and stem cell specialist at Chara Health, breaks down what FDA approved stem cell products actually cost. Cord blood transplants like Omidacel and AlloCord run $450,000 to $1.2 million. Ryoncil, used
The Real Cause of Sugar Cravings, and the Compound That Stops Them | #194
Why does eating sugar sometimes leave you more exhausted than before you ate it? Metabolic health researcher Chris Mearns sits down to explain the science behind fructose, cellular energy, and the compound that changed his own relationship with cravings.Chris Mearns is a metabolic health researcher and founder of LIV3 Health, focused on how fructose metabolism affects cellular energy production. H
This AI Urine Test Detects 50 Diseases and Reads What Genetic Tests Miss | #193
What if a single urine sample could screen for 50 diseases before you ever felt sick? Dejan Nenov, co-founder of AI diagnostics company Luventix, joins Dr. Joy Kong to explain how.Dejan Nenov has spent nearly a decade navigating FDA processes and clinical trials, and also founded Panaton, a healthcare IT company connecting hospitals, labs, and clinics across the US. Luventix uses machine learning
NAD and Sermorelin for Mental Clarity, Recovery, and Anti-Aging | #192
Anti-aging protocols usually come from a doctor's office. This one comes from a self-made entrepreneur who swears by weekly NAD and Sermorelin injections instead.Mara Dorne is a self-made entrepreneur who built her sales organization from scratch after losing everything in the 2008 financial crisis, eventually becoming the second person in her company's history to surpass a billion dollars
From Being Beaten as a Child to Becoming the Stem Cell Queen | #191
At six years old, I was beaten for refusing to say I was wrong. I did not know it then, but that moment would shape almost everything that came after, including the woman who would eventually found Chara Health.I am a triple board-certified physician, founder of Chara Health, and an expert in stem cell therapy, regenerative medicine, and anti-aging treatment. This episode marks the first time I sh
GLP-1s Are Making Women Gain the Weight Right Back. Here's What Actually Works | #190
A parasite cleanse gone wrong once left Elizabeth Aylor bleeding seventeen times a day, and it took her thirty years to build the gut healing framework she now teaches thousands of women. The holistic nutritionist, GAPS practitioner, and functional diagnostic nutrition specialist joins me to break down why so many gut protocols make people sicker instead of better.Elizabeth Aylor is a holistic nut
The Real Risks and Costs of IV Stem Cell Therapy, From 10 Years in the Field | #189
Stem cell clinics around the world are charging anywhere from $3,000 to $50,000 for a single IV treatment, and the price tag tells you almost nothing about whether it actually works.Dr. Joy Kong, a triple board-certified physician and founder of Chara Health and the American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy, breaks down the regulatory and clinical reality behind IV stem cell therapy. She covers
Stem Cell Therapy: The Cost, the Results, and What Modern Medicine Misses | #188
Stem cell therapy is producing patient outcomes that conventional medicine does not yet have a clean framework for, and the gap between what is possible and what most clinicians can explain keeps getting wider.Dr. Joy Kong is a triple board-certified physician specializing in regenerative medicine, anti-aging, and longevity, and the founder of Chara Health in Los Angeles. She explains how mesenchy
GHK Copper: The Anti-Aging Peptide That Rewrites Your DNA, Wakes Stem Cells, and Protects the Brain | #187
What if a single peptide could reset thousands of the genes that age you? GHK copper has been quietly running most of your regenerative biology since the day you were born. And by 60, more than half of it is gone.In this deep dive, Dr. Joy Kong, the Stem Cell Queen and a triple board-certified regenerative medicine physician, walks through the science of GHK copper: a naturally occurring three-ami
5 Things You Need to Know About BPC-157 Before It's Gone | #186
What if the most talked-about healing peptide in biohacking came from your own stomach — and carried a risk nobody in the space is talking about?BPC-157, nicknamed "the Wolverine Peptide," has taken over fitness forums, longevity podcasts, and regenerative medicine circles. The preclinical data on tissue repair is remarkable. But the same biological mechanism that drives its healing power
MUSE Cells Explained: Anti-Aging, Zero Rejection, and the Future of Stem Cell Therapy | #185
MUSE cells are one of the most exciting breakthroughs in regenerative medicine — and most people have never heard of them.Hidden inside your own tissue is a rare, elite subpopulation of stem cells that can find injury, eat damaged cells, and become them. Discovered in 2010 by Dr. Marie Dezawa at Tohoku University in Japan, they are now one of the most talked-about developments in regenerative medi
Mental Fitness, Burnout Recovery & The Mindset Shift That Reduces Stress | #184
Every day starts with the same mind. Most people never stop to ask what shape it's in before the day takes it.Marc Champagne is a mental fitness strategist, bestselling author of Personal Socrates, and host of the Behind the Human podcast. He spent over a decade interviewing high performers, longevity leaders, and world-class thinkers on the practices that keep their minds clear under pressure
The Truth About Stem Cell Therapy for Autism: MSCs, Sourcing, and What Actually Works | #183
Most psychiatric treatments for autism don't address what's actually happening underneath the diagnosis. They subdue. They don't repair.In this episode, I sit down with Karen Thomas of Naturally Recovering Autism to break down what stem cell therapy can actually do for children on the spectrum.Children with autism show impaired central nervous system circulation, active neuroinflammati
Stem Cells Reverse Aging: What Doctors Aren't Telling You | #182
What if aging isn't about time, but about the cells your body can no longer replace?Dr. Joy Kong, triple board-certified physician and founder of Chara Health in Los Angeles, sits down with Luke Storey to break down what regenerative medicine actually does inside the body. Dr. Joy explains how umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells work through five core pathways: anti-inflammatory effe
The 3,000-Year-Old Plant That Replaces Alcohol, Adderall, and Xanax | #181
He was an elite marathoner running 150 miles a week. A few years later, his SPECT brain scan looked comparable to 80-year-old patients with dementia. He was 22.Cameron George is the founder of Tru Kava and a member of the Kava Coalition. He has worked with physicians and researchers to modernize kava as a functional beverage category and has spent more than a decade studying plant pharmacology, GA
Avoid Knee Replacement Surgery: How Stem Cell Therapy Regenerates Damaged Joints | #180
What if the knee replacement your surgeon insists on isn't actually your only option?A 12-year study followed 30 patients with osteonecrosis in both knees. One knee got replaced, the other got umbilical cord–derived stem cells. By the end, six replacement knees needed revision surgery. Only one stem cell knee ever needed replacement.Dr. Joy Kong is a triple board-certified physician known as t
#179 -What 10 Years of Bipolar Misdiagnosis Actually Does to You
She wasn't depressed. She was manic. And her doctor put her on antidepressants anyway.Alessandra Torresani — actress (Caprica, The Big Bang Theory, American Horror Story) and NAMI ambassador — spent over a decade misdiagnosed before learning she had Bipolar I Disorder. In this episode, she joins me to unpack what that decade cost her, how she got stable, and what she wishes every patient knew
#178 - From Felon to Biohacker: The Wellness Revolution
He's not a doctor. He's not a researcher. And his path to becoming one of the most-watched voices in biohacking on YouTube didn't start in a lab or a gym.Dylan Gemelli, known as the Wellness Revolutionary, spent years rebuilding his life before discovering that the same obsessive drive that once worked against him could be redirected into something extraordinary.Dylan Gemelli is a self
#177 - Can Stem Cell Therapy Help Autism? Here's What the Science Says
The rate of autism in the U.S. has gone from 1 in 100 children to 1 in 36 in just 20 years.I was trained as a psychiatrist. I watched these kids not improve for years. Then I discovered stem cell therapy — and everything changed.Autism involves neuroinflammation, immune dysregulation, impaired blood flow to the brain, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Stem cells are uniquely positioned to address all
#176 - They Both Walked Away From Traditional Medicine. Here's What They Found.
What if the medical system wasn't designed to make you better — just to manage you?A firefighter paramedic and a cardiologist both came to that same conclusion. And both walked away to build something better.In this episode, I sit down with Sam Tejada — founder of Liqui Vita Wellness Centers and author of How to Win in Modern Wellness — and Dr. Christopher Davis, triple board-certified cardiol
#175 - Zero to 9 figures on blockchain
How to build wealth with blockchain, passive income, and software nodes — without buying or trading crypto.In this episode, serial entrepreneur and blockchain expert Billy Womack reveals the decentralized finance strategy that turned a $11,000 investment into over $50 million.He grew up with nothing. Parents working two to three jobs combined, making $60,000 a year. He joined the Air Force at $11,
#174 - Your Body Can Still Heal: Stem Cells, Longevity Films, and the Science of Aging Better
What if the therapy your doctor never mentioned is the one that finally moved the needle?Laurent Goldstein had tried everything. High-dose vitamin C. Hyperbaric oxygen. Cryotherapy. IV therapy. And yet his chronic lymphocytic leukemia markers refused to budge for four years.Then he came to Dr. Joy Kong's clinic for stem cell treatment. One week later, his white blood cell and lymphocyte counts
#173 - The Truth About Stem Cells: Sources, Safety, and Real Results
What if the body already has the intelligence it needs to repair itself?In this conversation, Dr. Joy Kong is joined by Samantha Peters, host of the Light Up Your Life Podcast, to explore the science and promise behind stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine.Dr. Joy shares her personal journey from growing up in China during the aftermath of the Cultural Revolution to becoming a UCLA-trained,
#172 - Avoid Burnout: 10 Alignments That Restore Your Energy and Peace
Entrepreneur burnout is far more common than most high achievers admit. You can be passionate about what you do. You can feel deeply called to your mission. You can reach impressive milestones. And still wake up drained.In this episode, I sit down with Cary Jack, founder of The Happy Hustle, who walked away from seven-figure venture funding after realizing he was exhausted, unfulfilled, and living
#171 - Biohacking With AI: Use Your Labs, Wearables, and Supplements to Age Better
What if biohacking and AI revealed you were aging 18 years faster than you thought? Most high performers assume they’re doing fine. You exercise. You eat well. Your labs come back “normal.” And yet your biology could be aging faster than your calendar.In this episode, I sit down with Dave Pascoe, the famous biohacker who has one of the slowest measured rates of aging in the world. At the end of an
#170 - From Brain Injury to Recovery: Why Healing Requires Daily Effort
Healing is not passive.In this episode, I speak with Steve White, founder of Brae 100, about what it actually takes to recover from serious illness, brain injury, and emotional collapse. Steve shares his personal experience with multiple concussions, cognitive decline, seizures, and depression, and how those challenges led him to build a structured, long-term approach to healing.We discuss why qui
#169 - Can Stem Cells Heal a Tear Without Surgery?
In this Q&A episode, I share how I think about healing injuries through a regenerative and whole-body approach. I explain why simply treating the painful area is often not enough, and how inflammation, immune health, nutrient status, and mitochondrial function can determine whether the body truly repairs itself.I also answer questions about stem cells vs exosomes, the role of peptides in muscu
#168 - Why Kibble Is Failing Our Pets | A Regenerative Vet Explains
In this episode, I’m exploring a topic that’s very important to me: pet health and nutrition.I’m joined by Dr. Scarlet Magdalene, a regenerative veterinarian with over 15 years of experience in emergency and general veterinary medicine. Together, we discuss why so many pets are struggling with chronic conditions and how modern pet food plays a bigger role than most people realize.Dr. Scarlet share
#167 - Stem Cell Therapy in Autoimmune Disease and Long COVID
In this keynote-style episode, I break down how stem cell therapy is studied in autoimmune disease and long COVID, and how clinicians think about immune dysregulation, inflammation, and repair.I explain how stem cell therapy evolved from early bone marrow transplants and why mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are being explored for immune modulation rather than suppression.I also share research insight
#166 - Lymphatic Massage Drainage for Hormone Balance and Healing w/ Julia Karpus
In today’s episode, I’m excited to bring to you a topic I’ve never covered before - lymphatic massage drainage.I brought on Julia Karpus, an expert in the field who’s originally from Ukraine, where this type of therapy is part of everyday wellness.She’s now in L.A., helping people detox, reduce inflammation, and reconnect with their bodies in the most incredible ways.We talked about how lymphatic
#165 - The Detox That Healed My Gut and Saved My Life w/ Dr. Kate Davis
Many people walk into my clinic with chronic gut issues, low energy, or persistent inflammation.They've tried everything, but nothing works. In many of these cases, there's something deeper that’s sabotaging their healing.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Kate Davis, a functional medicine doctor who went through her own 10-year battle with gut issues before discovering she had a massive
#164 - The Shocking Link Between Trauma and Chronic Disease w/ Dr. Aimie Apigian
Almost everyone alive has had some form of trauma. Whether it’s obvious or hidden, big or small, trauma leaves a lasting imprint on our minds and bodies.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aimie Apigian, a double board-certified physician and leading voice in the biology of trauma.She decodes the dynamic relationship between our past trauma and our body - both our physical & psychic body and
#163 - Top Doctors on How to Supercharge Every Cell in Your Body
In this episode, I sit down once again with my most popular guests: Dr. Warren and Dan Schmidt. With over 45 years of clinical experience, Dr. Warren, alongside supplement innovator Dan Schmidt, share the new groundbreaking solutions they have been working on.One of them is a natural testosterone-boosting solution that bypasses injections and risky hormonal shutdown.They also unveil a revolutionar
#162 - These Are The Top Peptides You Need to Know About
Peptide therapy is turning out to be one of the most exciting frontiers of modern regenerative medicine.Peptides are nature-derived, highly targeted molecules that are already in your body, but when used therapeutically, they can guide healing, enhance function, and even reverse aspects of aging.I walk you through the most powerful peptides, from BPC-157 for tissue and gut repair, to epitalon for
#161 - What’s So Special About Stem Cells? - What’s Safe, What Works, and What to Avoid
You’ve probably heard all the amazing benefits of stem cells. They can heal injuries, reverse aging, and even fight chronic disease.But there is a lot of confusion on what’s actually safe, what works, and what to avoid.I was interviewed by Greg the Hydrogen Man, and Greg asked many questions about stem cell therapy that many people wanted to know the answers to, from what cell sources to choose, t
#160 - Evidence Behind Stem Cell Therapy in Diverse Disease Conditions
I presented this lecture to help medical providers see just how much data we actually have when it comes to stem cell therapy. If we never look at the studies, we assume they don’t exist, but they do. And they’re not just encouraging but very inspiring.As the founder of the American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy, I’ve spent years digging into peer-reviewed research and applying it in real cl
#159 - Reverse Menopause Symptoms with These Science-Backed Hacks w/ Zora Benhamou
Menopause doesn’t have to be miserable. If you’re in perimenopause or already going through “the change,” there are science-backed strategies that can help reverse your symptoms and make you feel like yourself again. In this episode, I’m joined by Zora Benhamou, a gerontologist, menopause expert, and host of the Hack My Age podcast. Zora travels the world researching aging and speaking with women
#158 - Finding My Voice, My Freedom, and My Truth in Medicine
They told me no over and over. But I kept searching. And I didn’t stop until I found what I knew was possible. Freedom, healing, and truth.In this episode, I share my story with Bre Wilson, from growing up in China under harsh restrictions to sneaking into libraries to chase a dream, to finally arriving in the U.S. and realizing the fight had only just begun.You’ll hear how I navigated an abusive
#157 - Why Stem Cell Therapy Is the Ultimate Anti-Aging Weapon
In this episode, I’m explaining what I believe is the most powerful tool we’ve ever had to slow and reverse the aging process. We'll dive into the science behind why your body loses its regenerative fire as you age and how mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), especially from young birth tissue, can reignite that healing intelligence from within.I’ve seen firsthand how inflammation silently drives d
#156 - Biohacker Must-Do’s for Maximum Health Optimization and Longevity w/ Siim Land
In this episode, I welcome back longevity expert and biohacker Siim Land for an enlightening discussion on health testing, optimization, and cutting through the noise of the biohacking world.Siim is an educator and a seasoned practitioner in health longevity, and also an accomplished author. He shares data-backed strategies to track and improve your health without going overboard.We also talk abou
#155 - Why These Reformed Pharmacists Ditched Meds for Hormones
Shawn and Janet Needham are “reformed pharmacists” who curiously try to stay away from medications.They made the switch from conventional medicine that views medications as the destination for any ailment to offering something that is much more effective at solving the problem.The Needhams share how they became disillusioned with the “pill for every ill” system after seeing countless patients grow
#154 - Why Most Anti-Aging Tests Are Total Nonsense (And What Actually Works) | Dr. David Furman
I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of biological age, how “old” your body really is versus what your passport says. When I first heard about DNA methylation tests that claim to measure that, I was hooked. Could we really peek into our own cellular aging?In this episode, I am joined by Dr. David Furman, a leading scientist at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and the Director of the Sta
#153 - Debunking Myths About Stem Cell Ethics
Stem cell therapy is at the forefront of providing groundbreaking treatments for conditions ranging from joint pain to autoimmune disorders.However, with its vast potential, it also raises important ethical questions, especially around sourcing and regulation.In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong breaks down the ethical considerations in stem cell therapy. She explains how stem cells are sourced ethically
#152 - He’s Treated Heart Disease for 36 Years. Here’s What He Wants You to Know | Dr. Joel Kahn
Did you know that every 34 seconds, someone in the U.S. dies from heart disease? Or that over 1 million Americans will suffer a heart attack each year? These startling statistics highlight the undeniable reality that heart disease remains the number one cause of death in both men and women. And yet, despite its prevalence, many individuals unknowingly have heart disease, often without presenting a
#151 - Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis) Explained With Dr. Dobri Kiprov
Dr. Dobri Kiprov is a towering figure in the field of Plasmapheresis, also known as Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE). When I had the chance to experience this treatment with him in San Francisco, I knew I had to ask all the questions that so many people want to.This procedure has been important for countless patients in helping with autoimmune diseases, reversing the effects of aging, and improvi
#150 - These Stem Cell Stories Will Change How You See Medicine
In this episode, I share some of the most transformative healing stories I’ve witnessed in my practice. Cases that conventional medicine had written off as hopeless.From a man who avoided double knee replacement and healed an old shoulder injury, to a woman who reversed her lupus and got off all medications, these are real people who discovered what happens when you support the body’s innate heali
#149 - The No.1 Reason Men's Testosterone Levels Are So Low Today | Dr. Sara Amirmehrabi
Feeling tired, foggy, and not quite like yourself? It might not just be stress; it could be low testosterone.In this eye-opening episode, hormone specialist Dr. Sara Amirmehrabi returns to dive deep into the critical topic of male hormones. Dr. Sara is renowned for her work in hormone therapy and longevity and brings a wealth of clinical experience to the discussion.Together, we unpack how testost
#148 - Stem Cells Are Your Path to Pain-Free Living - Here’s How
Struggling with chronic pain or healing from an injury? What if the solution is inside you, waiting to be unlocked by the right kind of healing energy?I’ve seen firsthand the incredible potential of stem cells to transform lives.In today’s episode, I was interviewed by Lisa Tahir. I discuss the profound benefits of stem cells—how they don’t just repair damaged tissues, but also communicate with yo
#147 - Is Your Doctor Misleading You About Stem Cell Treatment?
You might think you’ve had stem cell therapy—but did you really?As someone who works with stem cells every day, I hear this all the time: “Oh yeah, I had stem cell treatment.” But when I dig a little deeper, I often find out they had PRP, exosomes, or amniotic fluid injections—none of which actually contain living stem cells.In this episode, I break down exactly what these therapies are, how they
#146 - Follistatin Gene Therapy Results You Won’t Believe | Minicircle’s Jay Spall
Gene therapy is no longer reserved for rare diseases or billionaire tech founders. In this episode, I sit down with Jay Spall, senior executive at MiniCircle, to discuss how gene therapy has entered a new era—one where optimizing your health, building muscle, and extending your lifespan can be done safely, affordably, and effectively.Jay shares how MiniCircle's first breakthrough product, Foll
#145 - What Happens When You Shine Light on Your Gut and Brain | Sarah Turner
In this episode, we explore the fascinating connection between light, your brain, and your gut. Can a single device enhance both of these crucial organs at once? We're diving into the science of how light can be used as a tool for repair and regeneration.I'm joined by Sarah Turner, CEO of CeraThrive, who brings over 20 years of research in biology, neuroscience, and photobiomodulation—the
#144 - How To Heal The Body Without Medication | Dr. Leisa Grgula
Dr. Leisa Grgula is a Chiropractic Physician with nearly three decades of experience helping patients heal without medication. She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the National University of Health Sciences along with a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology. Dr. Grgula is the owner of Accurate Care Medical Wellness Center, an integrative clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona, dedicated to prov
#143 - The Surprising Benefits of Red Light Therapy! | Mike McIntyre
Mike McIntyre is the Founder and CEO of ARRC LED, a global leader in whole-body photobiomodulation, better known as red light therapy. Since 2007, he has been developing cutting-edge systems trusted by the U.S. Military, world leaders, professional sports teams like the Philadelphia Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and top Division 1 athletic programs. With a background in marketing research, bioc
#142 - 5 Signs You Need Stem Cell Therapy
Is your body sending you signals that it's time for regeneration? In this solo episode, Dr. Joy Kong reveals the 5 telltale signs you may need stem cell therapy: chronic aches and pains, persistent swelling, fatigue, hair loss, and brain fog. Learn how stem cells reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, repair mitochondria, and even regenerate neurons—unlocking your body’s natural healing pote
#141 - Hydrogen Water: The Body Healing Secret Nobody Talks About
Greg also known as “The Hydrogen Man,” spent over two decades working in the medical field before a profound near-death experience led him to radically rethink everything he knew about healing. After facing a devastating array of health challenges—including autoimmune disorders, chronic pain, systemic inflammation, heart disease, and a collapsed immune system—Greg found no relief through conventio
#140 - The Surprising Way Your Tongue Affects Your Entire Body | Ryan Today
What if one of the most overlooked parts of your body, your tongue, was actually the key to better health, posture, and emotional balance?In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Today, a somatic strategist and founder of Tongue Fitness, to explore why the tongue is way more than just a muscle for eating and speaking. Ryan breaks down how tongue posture affects everything from the way we breathe to h
#139 - How This Doctor Helped Autistic Kids With Stem Cell Therapy (Real Results)
Dr. Courtney Gillenwater is a US Navy veteran, global humanitarian, and pediatric specialist at Chara Health, Dr. Joy Kong’s premier regenerative medicine clinic. With a background in traditional pediatrics and trauma medicine, Dr. Gillenwater transitioned into regenerative therapies after experiencing a rapid personal recovery using stem cells and exosomes. Now, she focuses on combining cutting-e
#138 - The #1 Mistake To Avoid When Treating Chronic Pain | Dr. Mike Jamshidi
In this episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, Dr. Joy speaks with Dr. Mike Jamshidi, a naturopathic doctor at Chara Health, about natural, hands-on approaches to pain relief beyond pills and surgery. Dr. Mike shares his journey from healing his own chronic health issues to helping patients address root causes of pain through bodywork, acupuncture, nutrition, and lifestyle changes.They also discuss
#137 - 5 Things To AVOID With Stem Cell Therapy
In this solo episode, Dr. Joy Kong breaks down the 5 biggest mistakes patients make when undergoing stem cell therapy—and how to avoid them to get the most out of your investment. Learn why using your own cells may not be ideal, the dangers of over-expanded lab-grown cells (especially from overseas clinics), and how lifestyle habits like overexertion, alcohol, and poor diet can sabotage your resul
#136 - Chiropractor Reveals What The Media Hasn't Told You About Them | Dr. Ryan Manning
Ever wondered if chiropractic care is actually legit? For years, the media has questioned the profession—but what’s the real story? Is it safe? Effective? And can it really work alongside traditional medicine?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ryan Manning, a chiropractor, healer, and body optimization expert with nearly 30 years of experience helping elite performers thrive. Dr. Manning shares
#135 - Don't Get Hormone Replacement Until You Watch This | Dr. Sara Amirmehrabi
In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with hormone and integrative medicine specialist Dr. Sara Amirmehrabi of Chara Health to uncover what most doctors overlook: that many modern women’s struggles with mood, memory, weight gain, and intimacy may be rooted in hormone imbalances—not just lifestyle or aging.As part of the Chara Health team, Dr. Sara Amir brings her functional, root-cause approach
#134 - Stop Doing Pilates NOW! (Here's What Works Instead) | Sebastien Lagree
What if your workout could do more than just sculpt your body—what if it could transform your mind and elevate your spirit?In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with Sebastien Lagree, inventor of the Lagree Method and creator of the patented Megaformer fitness machine. Sebastien shares how a failed pursuit of Hollywood stardom unexpectedly led him to create one of the most intense, effective, an
#133 - How STEM CELLS Improve Hair Growth & Sexual Wellness | Dr. Shivani Amin
What if hair loss and sexual dysfunction weren’t just signs of aging—but signals your body needs deeper healing?In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with Dr. Shivani Amin, a specialist at Chara Health, where she leads our work in hair restoration and sexual wellness. Together, they dive into how stem cells, exosomes, and peptides can rejuvenate the body from the inside out—helping patients feel
#132 - Rapamycin, Metformin, Senolytics & Exercise: How to Add DECADES to Your Life
Everyone wants to live longer and feel better, but the flood of information on supplements, drugs, and fitness can feel overwhelming.I invited Siim Land, an expert and 8-time bestselling author on longevity, to cut through the noise and share simple, evidence-based strategies that really move the needle when it comes to health and lifespan.Siim shares incredible, science-based tips on how we can e
#131 - Why Traditional Aging Tests Don’t Work (And What’s Better) | Alina Su
We have always thought that aging was an inevitable fact of life—but what if it wasn’t? What if we could actually prevent it… one test at a time?This is exactly what I discuss in this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast with my guest, the brilliant Alina Su. Alina is a pioneer in the world of longevity science and the co-founder of Generation Lab, a biotech company at the forefront of rever
#130 - When Stem Cell Therapy Becomes Risky (Side Effects You Can’t Ignore)
How safe is stem cell therapy? If you think about getting one, but are terrified of what might go wrong, this episode is for you.As someone who’s worked with regenerative medicine for years, I understand the excitement—and the concerns. From immune reactions to infection risks, misinformation can, most of the time, fuel fear.But here’s the truth: only two things matter in stem cell therapy—the qua
#129 - Natural Supplements That Big Pharma Doesn’t Want You to Know About | Lucas Aoun
👉To purchase Catuaba discussed in this episode (to help increase dopamine, enhance sociability, or for aphrodisiac properties), go to the INB4 site here: https://www.inb4supps.com/products/catuapure?ref=JOYKONG—Are you tired of popping pills with zero results? Thinking about natural supplements but don’t know where to start? Today’s guest takes the guesswork out of it.Lucas Aoun, an Australian nat
#128 - Busting The WORST Myths About the Stem Cell Industry | Dr. Scott Martin
In this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, I sit down with a fellow expert, the amazing Dr. Scott Martin.Dr. Martin is a pioneer in regenerative medicine who has consulted for multiple biotech companies and advocates for holistic, patient-centered care.Together, he and I will be discussing the common misconceptions in the industry, including whether birth tissue products truly contain liv
#127 - Non-Surgical Male Enhancement Procedures That ACTUALLY Work | Dr. Jack Friedlander
Male enhancement treatments have, for a long time, been surrounded by stigma, disinformation, and a lot of shame. But today, I aim to change this. And to do that, I’ve invited an expert on this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, the amazing Dr. Jack FriedlanderDr. Friedlander specializes in safe and effective male enhancement procedures, and is the founder of NorCal Liposculpture and co-f
#126 - Biohacking Saved Her Life, This Is How She Did It | Valerie Orsoni
Dealing with health issues and chronic pain is difficult—it’s even worse when our usual medical systems don’t have an answer to your problems.If you’ve been struggling with your health and not finding answers (or relief) anywhere, then this is the episode for you.In it, I sit down with the brilliant Valerie Orsoni, a biohacker, health expert, and content creator. Valerie has been biohacking since
#125 - Can Stem Cells Reverse Genetic Diseases?
Can stem cells reverse genetic diseases? Can they go in and “magically” fix everything?Genetic diseases are complex conditions embedded in our DNA before birth, ranging from mild to severe. Some manifest early in life, while others appear later. But what we all know is that disorders like cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, and Huntington’s disease can have profound impacts on individuals and the
#124 - Why Methylene Blue Is Taking Over the Biohacking World | Dr. Steve Warren & Dan Schmidt
Do you ever feel fatigued, foggy-headed, and like you’re constantly running on an empty tank? Well, I might have the solution to all your problems—methylene blue. Methylene blue is making a powerful comeback as a multifaceted health enhancer, primarily by boosting mitochondrial function, aiding detoxification, and improving brain and body performance.Even better, it can help you lose weight, impro
#123 - This Non-Invasive, Drug-Free Treatment Is Revolutionizing Pain Relief | Danielle Forsgren
Are you dealing with chronic pain and tired of not finding any relief from the usual solutions? Then this is the episode for you.In it, I discuss an amazing non-invasive, drug-free solution to chronic pain: AVACEN.AVACEN stands for Advanced Vascular Circulation Enhancement, and it provides a drug-free, noninvasive, over-the-counter pain relief and enhances one's overall health. It’s an FDA Cle
#122 - One of the Slowest Aging People on Earth Reveals ALL His Secrets | Dave Pascoe
What if the secret to slowing aging was available to you all this time and you just didn’t know? Instead of going for expensive treatments and spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on niche therapies, you could simply… eat better and exercise more!Someone who’s done just this is my guest this week on The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, the amazing Dave Pascoe.Dave is a biohacker, researcher, and experim
#121 - The Hidden Science Behind Regeneration and Healing | Dr. Joy Kong & Carol Covino
Are we missing the key to longevity and anti-aging medicine?As I’ve discussed in many episodes of the podcast, Western medicine focuses mostly on treating symptoms—instead of treating the underlying disease. But holistic medicine helps us answer more important questions, such as “Why do these diseases occur?” and “How do we prevent them?” which can help us answer the biggest question: How do we li
#120 - Reversing Aging With Peptide Bioregulators | Dr. Bill Lawrence
What if you could slow down aging, or even reverse it?This is the one thing all of us anti-aging doctors aim for: the reversal of aging, not just physically, but mentally as well.My guest on the podcast this week, the brilliant Dr. Bill Lawrence, is living proof that we can reprogram aging at the cellular level. At 78 years old, his cellular age is just 23 based on telomere analysis. How is that e
#119 - Unlock Your Body’s Natural Healing Powers With Stem Cell Mobilization | Dr. Christian Drapeau
What if instead of relying solely on injected stem cells to heal your body you could actually make your own stem cells do the job, but better?My guest on the podcast this week, the amazing Dr. Christian Drapeau has discovered that certain natural plants can trigger the release of our own stem cells, offering powerful healing potential.Yes, no need for stem cell injections or IVs—your own cells can
#118 - Get ALL the Benefits of Fasting Without Starving | Dr. Chris Rhodes
What if you could get the benefits of fasting without actually fasting? It sounds impossible, and yet, I’m here to tell you it isn’t.Fasting has amazing effects on the human body—research shows that fasting for at least 36 hours triggers powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cardiovascular benefits. But what if you didn’t have the stamina to fast for a full day and a half? Should you simply
#117 - Sick of Chronic Issues? Here Is How Stem Cells Can Help You | Dr. Joy Kong & Melissa McAllister
Are you tired of Western medicine falling short in your health goals? Stem cell therapy might be the answer you’re looking for.Stem cells have revolutionized the world of healing and anti-aging medicine. Through my own experience in my clinic, I have seen stem cell treatments help countless patients who had lost hope of ever feeling better.In this special episode, where I am interviewed by the ama
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