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July 9, 2025 43 mins

In this cutting-edge episode of The Functional Edge, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Beth McDougall, functional medicine pioneer and co-founder of Jísen, a state-of-the-art bio-optimization center in Marin County, CA.

We explore the science and strategies behind reversing biological aging, from mitochondrial health to structured water, quantitative brain mapping, and NAD IVs. Dr. McDougall shares her powerful blend of foundational lifestyle medicine with leading-edge interventions like red light therapy, cryotherapy, and intermittent hypoxic training to help clients regenerate, rejuvenate, and truly thrive.

Whether you're new to functional medicine or deep into the biohacking world, this episode is packed with data-driven protocols and personal insights that may transform how you age.


What if aging isn’t something we have to accept?In this enlightening episode of The Functional Edge, I sit down with the brilliant Dr. Beth McDougall, an innovator in functional and integrative medicine. We explore what it really means to reverse biological aging and thrive at any stage of life.

We cover everything from mitochondrial health and hormone optimization to cutting-edge neurotechnology and NAD IV therapy. You'll also hear about the daily habits, science-backed biohacks, and advanced therapies helping people feel stronger, sharper, and more vibrant—inside and out.

Tune in and discover what’s possible when we support the body’s natural ability to heal and regenerate.


Dr. Beth McDougall, MD, is an integrative and functional medicine physician with over two decades of clinical experience. She is the visionary co-founder of Jísen, a bio-optimization facility combining lifestyle medicine with high-tech interventions to support human regeneration. Her unique approach draws from cutting-edge science, ancient healing principles, and personalized protocols designed to extend healthspan, prevent disease, and restore vitality.

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