Health Decoded
Unlock your full human potential with the Health Decoded podcast as hosts Dr. Alessi and Matt Tack break down the truth about all things health and empower you to take charge of your well-being.
Episodes
October 7, 2025 • 52 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Dr. Anya Szigeti delve into the complexities of IBS and its diagnosis. Dr. Szigeti shares her background in functional medicine and discusses the impact of healthy fats, sleep, and gut health on thyroid function. They explore patient care, diagnostic testing, and the Zigeti Method. The conversation shifts to mindset, sleep hygiene, and health optimization, highlighting insights from Dr. Sziget...
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September 30, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi discusses recognizing health warning signs and their impact on longevity. They explore insights from blue zones, the genetics vs. lifestyle debate, and early aging red flags. The role of environment and lifestyle in aging is examined, with a focus on testing and tracking for longevity. They highlight functional medicine's view on metabolic health, muscle mass, and body composition. The episode com...
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September 23, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi goes into the connection between thyroid function and weight management. They discuss the thyroid gland's role in the HPT axis and how dysfunction affects weight. A case study underscores the risks of misdiagnosis and the need for thorough testing. Common symptoms are highlighted as vital warning signs. Sponsored by Alessi Functional Health's six R gut healing protocol, the episode stresses compre...
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September 16, 2025 • 18 mins
In this episode, Matt Tack talks about the importance of foundational health habits over quick fixes, exploring the limitations of popular diet shows like "The Biggest Loser." They discuss why habits are crucial for long-term health and address the role of inflammation in health and longevity. The episode highlights the use of GLP-1 medications and emphasizes healing from the inside out. Insights from "Atomic Habits" and the Alessi...
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September 9, 2025 • 32 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi goes into the foundations of functional medicine, beginning with an introduction to the new "Repair, Clear, and Thrive" challenge. They explore the complexities of gut health, emphasizing the microbiome's intricate functions and its vulnerability to modern life's impacts. The discussion highlights symptoms of gut dysfunction and the role of functional medicine testing in identifying these issues. ...
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September 2, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi introduce the "Repair, Clear, and Thrive" challenge, spotlighting its role in promoting holistic health. They share updates on their clinic's expansion, new treatments, and the three pillars of health. The discussion highlights the importance of health professionals leading by example and introduces new clinic services. The episode delves into the challenge's social aspects and its p...
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August 26, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the vital link between muscle and longevity, introducing a new challenge. With insights from Dr. Swathi, they discuss muscle as medicine, its impact on lifespan, and its role in preventing chronic diseases. Key topics include sarcopenia, grip strength, metabolism, and strategies to combat muscle loss through strength testing and biomarkers. Nutritional approaches and emerging...
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August 19, 2025 • 31 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi explores the importance of muscle mass in health, sharing his background in functional medicine and personal health journey. He defines functional medicine, emphasizing its focus on inflammation, gut health, and hormonal imbalances. Dr. Alessi discusses patient treatment experiences and the personalization of functional medicine, including the integration of technology. The episode highlights musc...
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August 12, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the myth of "normal" lab results and their implications for health. They discuss why normal labs may not reflect optimal health, highlighting the limitations of modern medicine. The conversation contrasts functional and conventional medicine, emphasizing proactive health and understanding glucose levels during disease's smoldering phase. Financial aspects of healthcare and pa...
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August 5, 2025 • 39 mins
In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi introduce the Alessi Total Care Program, tackling frustrations with medications and the rise of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. They discuss obesity's root causes, including hormonal impacts, sleep, circadian rhythms, and metabolic health. The episode examines toxic burden, inflammation, and gut health in weight management. It explores appetite suppressants, metabolic reeducation, and p...
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July 29, 2025 • 31 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack delve into women's health, focusing on hormones and perimenopause. They differentiate between perimenopause and menopause, emphasizing the impact of hormonal disruptors. The discussion highlights the functional medicine approach to hormone testing, alongside gut health, metabolic, and toxic burden assessments. They explore protocols for achieving hormonal balance, including lifestyle...
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July 22, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi delve into the importance of the vagus nerve and its role in nervous system regulation. They identify symptoms and signs of a dysregulated nervous system before presenting comprehensive solutions for enhancing vagal tone. The discussion covers the healing hierarchy and a three-pillar approach to nervous system healing, incorporating functional medicine strategies. Clinical evidence a...
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July 15, 2025 • 10 mins
In this episode, Matt Tack delves into his personal health journey, beginning with the pivotal role of blood work and the transition into functional medicine. He discusses the impact of targeted supplementation and his experience with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Matt shares insights on his investment in health through Alessi Functional Health and highlights key takeaways from his transformation. The episode concludes wi...
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July 8, 2025 • 39 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi explores thyroid dysfunction, beginning with thyroid function and the HPT axis. He contrasts conventional and functional medicine approaches to testing, emphasizing the importance of recognizing symptoms of thyroid issues and Hashimoto's disease. Dr. Alessi discusses comprehensive testing, essential micronutrients, and environmental factors in a functional medicine context. Natural healing, stress...
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July 1, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack introduce Health Decoded, highlighting the challenges of traditional medicine and the significance of patient empowerment through education. Matt shares his health journey, leading into a discussion on the three pillars of health: physical medicine, functional medicine, and lifestyle medicine. They delve into pain management, comprehensive blood panels, and regenerative medicine, off...
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June 24, 2025 • 39 mins
In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi tackle the issue of toxic overload in modern life. They cover environmental toxins, including heavy metals, plastics, and pesticides, and explore hidden toxins in personal care and household products. The discussion includes the body's response to long-term exposure, detox pathways, and gut health. They also address diagnostic testing for toxic burden and biotoxin exposure, and offer...
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In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi chat with Dr. Dan Cooper about aging and ballistic capacity. They explore Health Decoded, the Alessi Total Care Program, and Dr. Cooper's journey with RadHealth. Topics include functional medicine, neurology, and America's health crisis, focusing on sun exposure and vitamin D. They critique symptom suppression, discuss autoimmune diseases, lifestyle factors, genetic testing, and emph...
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June 10, 2025 • 45 mins
Join Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi as they discuss the shift from reactive to proactive healthcare. Explore the role of functional medicine and health span with examples of proactive care. Discover the importance of comprehensive lab work, including blood sugar, hormones, inflammation, gut health markers, and nutrient testing. Learn about personalized health protocols for root cause resolution and phased healing. The episode emph...
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June 3, 2025 • 12 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack introduce the topic of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its significance within the Health Decoded framework. They delve into the symptoms of PCOS and its connection with insulin resistance, providing an understanding of the condition. The discussion covers recommended diagnostic tests for accurate identification of PCOS. Strategies for managing PCOS are explored, offering insigh...
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May 27, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack begin by introducing the Health Foundations and the Alessi Total Care Program. They delve into the critical hormone cortisol, exploring its functions, the effects of stress, and the impact of imbalances. The discussion highlights cortisol's role in immune function, supported by case study insights. Effective methods for cortisol testing and stress assessment are examined, followed by...
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