Health Decoded

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

May 20, 2025 46 mins
In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi dive into the complex world of hormones, emphasizing the importance of taking charge of one's health. They provide an overview of the endocrine system and discuss symptoms of hormone dysfunction, focusing on the interactions of the big three hormones. The conversation explores root causes of hormone imbalance, lab testing, and medical approaches. Natural strategies for maintaining ho...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack introduce Health Decoded and the Alessi Total Care Program before diving into the critical topic of blood sugar. They discuss the symptoms, effects, and often hidden signs of blood sugar imbalances. The episode highlights early warning signs and essential tests for detecting blood sugar issues. Listeners are provided with comprehensive tips to stabilize blood sugar, emphasizing the i...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the intricate balance between genetics and environment in autoimmune risk. They delve into the current autoimmune explosion, highlighting early warning signs and common conditions. The discussion emphasizes the significance of testing and root cause detection in understanding autoimmunity, with a focus on the role of functional testing in managing these conditions. Comprehens...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the concept of fasting in the context of modern eating schedules, tracing its historical roots and highlighting its metabolic benefits. They discuss the healing potential of fasting compared to conventional approaches promoted by big pharma. A beginner's guide offers practical advice on fasting safely and effectively, including a toolbox with tips and methods for breaking a f...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the crucial topic of gut health, introducing the Alessi Total Care Program. They provide an overview of gut health and its significance, delving into the anatomy, function, and the intricate gut-brain axis. The discussion highlights common symptoms and patterns of gut dysfunction, followed by an examination of diagnostic tests for identifying gut issues. Dr. Alessi presents t...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack delve into the often-overlooked issue of energy failure, emphasizing the importance of proper movement and exercise while addressing the impacts of overuse injuries. They explore mitochondrial dysfunction, presenting strategies for repair and ways to identify and track mitochondrial health. Nutritional and lifestyle strategies are discussed to support mitochondrial function, alongsid...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi delves into the intricate world of aging and anti-aging, distinguishing between biological and chronological age and identifying key drivers of aging. He presents comprehensive anti-aging strategies and cutting-edge methods, highlighting the five biggest causes of aging. The discussion covers various tools, supplements, and biohacks, including advanced tech like cold and red light therapy, intermi...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack tackle the complex topic of cholesterol, questioning its role as a villain or a misunderstood element in health. They delve into cholesterol's role in the body and challenge the conventional myth linking it directly to heart disease. The discussion shifts to the roles of inflammation and oxidative stress in cardiovascular health, as well as the effectiveness of statins. They explore ...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack uncover the hidden malnutrition epidemic, discussing the impact of pre-workout supplements and nutrient depletion. They examine how synthetic fertilizers and long food supply chains affect nutrition, while exploring the benefits of soil health and regenerative agriculture. The conversation highlights issues with ultra-processed foods and identifies common nutrient deficiencies. They ...
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In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi explore the potential of stem cells in treating neurological disorders. They discuss current debates, FDA-approved therapies, and the future of stem cell treatment. Ethical, regulatory, and insurance considerations are examined, along with the importance of evaluating stem cell product quality. They emphasize balancing optimism with informed research and discuss integrating stem cell...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack delve into the pervasive issue of stress in the modern world. They examine the health impacts of chronic stress on the autonomic nervous system and discuss hormonal imbalances involving cortisol and adrenaline. The conversation highlights the effects of modern stressors on overall health, including their connection to gut health, immunity, and cardiovascular disease. Comprehensive st...
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In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi delve into the world of chiropractic care, critiquing the joint chiropractic model and introducing innovative technologies and services at the clinic. They discuss the benefits of spinal decompression and the pain-free future protocol, emphasizing the importance of proactive versus reactive care and patient education. The conversation explores the future of nonsurgical back pain solu...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack dive into the world of detoxification, tackling common myths and misconceptions. They explore the body's natural detox systems and discuss how modern lifestyles impact detoxification processes. The conversation debunks popular detox myths, including the effectiveness of juice cleanses and detox teas, and highlights proper detox methods and nutrition. They explain the role of the live...
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In this episode, Matt Tack and Dr. Alfred Alessi explore chronic pain and health empowerment. They announce the Spring into Health block party and discuss thyroid and metabolic health. The conversation covers the link between gut health and chronic disease, the profitability of chronic pain in healthcare, and pain management strategies. They also address diet's impact on inflammation, managing thyroid and blood sugar without medica...
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In this episode, we explore the trend of doctors leaving clinical settings and chat with Dasha Agoulnik about gut health's role in overall well-being. Dasha shares her nutrition background and critiques the medical system, highlighting dietitians' roles. She introduces CorePerform's unique approach, including their protein supplement and coaching services. We delve into defining a healthy gut, discussing gluten intolerance, glyphos...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack debunk weight loss myths, starting with the "calories in vs. calories out" concept. They highlight hormones' role in weight management and stress food quality over calorie counting, comparing processed and whole foods. The discussion covers nutrition's impact on performance and longevity, clarifying misconceptions about carbs. They critique low-carb diets, emphasizing balanced exerci...
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In this episode, we explore weight loss drugs, natural hormone balance, and Zeke Samples' personal journey into bodybuilding, including insights from training with Lee Haney. We discuss muscle building, longevity, and the role of epigenetics in health. The health impacts of competitive bodybuilding are examined, along with Zeke's new book and the importance of faith. Natural weight loss methods and family support in health goals ar...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi explores inflammation's impact on health, focusing on chronic inflammation and its silent symptoms. He critiques traditional care and shares a real-life example of effectively resolving inflammation. The episode includes a message from Authentic Nutrition and discusses lifestyle's role in managing inflammation. Dr. Alessi highlights functional medicine's approach, emphasizing stress management, sl...
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In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi introduces the concept of the Root Cause Revolution, emphasizing the significance of addressing the underlying causes of health issues rather than merely focusing on symptoms. He critiques the limitations of symptom-focused care and highlights how functional medicine provides a comprehensive approach to common conditions. Through patient stories, the episode illustrates the interconnectedness of b...
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In this episode, the conversation kicks off with an introduction to Health Decoded, setting the stage for a discussion on chronic illness. Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack share their goals and the mission behind the podcast, along with insights into Alessi Functional Health. They highlight patient success stories and delve into the challenges faced in modern healthcare. The episode underscores the critical role of gut health in ach...
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