The Health Accomplice

The Health Accomplice

Welcome to the Health Accomplice podcast. I'm your host, Aleks, a functional nutrition guide and health enthusiast. I'm all about honoring your individuality — there is no one like you. I'm here to remind you of your own authority over your own health and wellness. If you're interested in optimizing your well being, in growing into your most happiest and healthiest self, and in taking your power back — you're in the right place. This podcast series is all about providing you with the information you need to make your own decisions on what's best for you and your wellness — the goal is to share multiple perspectives from experts on various topics related to our well being. So welcome to the podcast - I'm so happy you're here.

Episodes

August 19, 2025 32 mins
The reason nothing else has worked is because your nervous system hasn't changed — and once it does, everything else falls into place.
 
This episode is a replay of our nervous system regulating, rewiring, a...
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    In this powerful and practical episode, Aleks sits down with Lindsay Ferguson — cold plunge guide and women's wellness advocate at Framework in Nashville — to dive deep into the science and nuance of cold plunging for women.

    Together, they explore how women can safely and effectively use cold immersion for...

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    Dr. Rahul Iyengar is a dedicated physician and the Founder and CEO of Members Health Co., a membership-based primary care clinic in Nashville, TN. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Southern Hills Family Medicine Continuity Clinic. Dr. Iyengar's diverse life experiences and extensive training in primary care and physiolo...

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    Discover the transformative powers of the brain with our incredible guest, Brandon Davis. Today, we uncover the science behind neuroplasticity, the incredible impact of cold plunges, and how neurofeedback can reshape mental well-being. Join us as Brandon shares poignant stories, groundbreaking therapies, and personal experiences that highlight the astonishing resilience and adaptability of the human mind. 

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    I've always believed that our bodies hold the keys to optimal health, and our guest today, Lindsay Lekraj, is living proof. In this captivating conversation, Lindsay shares her incredible journey from battling health challenges to finding unique wellness solutions through genetic testing. We explore the world of genetic insights, epigenetics, and the role of peptides in personal health. From her transition to a home-ba...

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    Former NFL player turned mindset coach, Jon McGraw, unlocks the secrets to nurturing identity and mindset both on and off the field. Join me, Aleks, as I sit down with Jon to explore the intricacies of personal growth, emotional resilience, and the power of habits. From the disciplined routines of professional athletes to the profound shifts in identity that come with parenthood and career transitions. This conversatio...

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    Can Ketamine improve your health? Join me, Aleks your host, and my guest Dr Aneel Paulus as we discuss the multifaceted world of ketamine therapy. Dr Paulus, with his extensive background in cancer biology and immunotherapies, takes us on a journey through the intricate mind-body connection. Shedding light on how our thoughts and emotions can influence physical health, particularly in cancer patients.

    We d...

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    Helena Woods hustled it out in NYC for 5 years before deciding to live a simpler life - one where she prioritized her own values and intuition. How inspiring! She began living around the world and in 2018, and is now settled in France, which is where she started learning about astrocartography. She now use her gifts by sharing her reflections and insights on relocation astrology and slow intuitive living.

    This episode goes over the...

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    This episode dives into the journey of Anderson Pugash, a sound meditation facilitator, Reiki master practioner, co-founder of Palm House Hospitality which owns a...
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    Kayce is a full-time Certified Sound, Crystal and Reiki Practitioner living in Nashville, TN. In this episode we discuss this particular modality and how it works to raise our vibration and heal disease in the. body. Episode Resources:

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    Adela is a Frenchie New Yorker girl who is a health coach and current nomad. As a child of a diplomat father and an amazing cook of a mother, she was fortunate to have grown up in a multicultural household where she absorbed all kinds of differences, particularly in terms of what and where she ate. This led her to combine her passion for food and travel which she shares with us in this episode.

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    I share my own personal journey with egg freezing and my tips for a smooth process, including mindset work, egg quality prep, hormone detox post-procedure, and more. I also intereviewed expert Brittany Hawkins, co-founder of Elanza Wellness and co-author of "Everything Egg Freezing". In this episode you'll find answers to the following questions:

    1. How does the egg freezing process work, from start to finish?
    2. What can you do to ...
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    In this episode we discuss the mind body connection and hear about Michele's journey in healing her ailments, specifically her back pain, through somatic work and release. 

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    I recently lost a very dear friend who was like a sister to me and grieving her loss is a journey that I'm on. This is a conversation between friends who have both lost significant people in their lives. We discuss our process, share our stories, and share resources to help anyone who is currently going through loss.

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    Rachael Hunt is a spiritual business coach and the founder of Freedom School. She's someone who truly embodies what she teaches — she quit her corporate job to coach and runs her blog full-time. She's also currently living her best life in Tulum, Mexico. Rachel is an NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) practitioner and EFT (emotional freedom technique) expert. In this episode we discuss so many fun topics:

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    This episode is part one of my experience with Dr. Joe Dispenza.  I reflect on my own health journey and how it led me to Dr. Dispenza's work. I discuss my biggest takeaways from his retreat and reading his books: letting go of our identity to become anyone we want to be and create the life of our dreams. 

    My goal is to set the stage here for you if you're interested in going deeper into healing, spirituality, manifestation, etc. 

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    Ann Smyth is a Certified Life Design Coach & Human Design Advisor who has helped me tremendously in my journey to a new home, new job, and self improvement / growth. This episode is a testimonial of how Ann used human design to live out her dream life and how she uses it with her clients so that they can build theirs. She believes everyone is capable of living out their dreams and its possible thr...

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    Sometimes talk therapy just isn't enough for full healing. Sometimes we need to dance it out, shake it out, breathe it out, or tap it out. After all, our bodies keep the score. 

    Ilene Smith is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and in this episode, she takes us through what getting into your body and healing trauma through somatic therapy looks like in practice. 

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    Sex is such a private topic but if we can create non-invasive conversation around it (like on a podcast!) we'll be more empowered in our sexuality and have better experiences with it. We sit down with couples counselor and clinical psychologist Dr. Waldron for this juicy episode. 
     
    Topics covered during this episode: 
    • Why are we having less sex as a society? 
    • Turn on and turn offs — how to eli...
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