In this episode of the Maximal Being podcast, Jacky P discusses sickle cell disease with Dr. Scott Peslak and Kyle Smith. Dr. Scott explains that sickle cell is a genetic disorder affecting hemoglobin, leading to stiff red blood cells that can block blood flow and cause pain, organ damage, and other complications. Kyle, a sickle cell warrior, emphasizes the importance of understanding one's sickle cell status and the need for better care models beyond emergency rooms. They highlight the role of infusion centers and the need for more sickle cell experts. Dr. Scott also discusses the potential of new therapies and the importance of national registries for better understanding and care of sickle cell patients.

Topics
- Sickle Cell Disease and Its Impact on Daily Life
- Challenges in the Corporate World and Personal Experiences
- Current and Emerging Treatments for Sickle Cell Disease
- The Importance of Continuous Learning and Advocacy

This week’s guests are Dr. Scott Peslak, a physician scientist at the University of Pennsylvania, who caters to sickle cell and thalassemia patients. Kyle Smith, a nonprofit professional who owns Crescent Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with sickle cell disease in the Philadelphia area.

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https://www.crescentfoundationscd.org/

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In this episode of the Maximal Being podcast, Jacky P discusses sickle cell disease with Dr. Scott Peslak and Kyle Smith. Dr. Scott explains that sickle cell is a genetic disorder affecting hemoglobin, leading to stiff red blood cells that can block blood flow and cause pain, organ damage, and other complications. Kyle, a sickle cell warrior, emphasizes the importance of understanding one's sickle cell status and the need for better care models beyond emergency rooms. They highlight the role of infusion centers and the need for more sickle cell experts. Dr. Scott also discusses the potential of new therapies and the importance of national registries for better understanding and care of sickle cell patients.

Topics
- Sickle Cell Definitions
- Personal Experiences and Challenges with Sickle Cell
- Care and Support for Sickle Cell Patients
- Future Directions and Research in Sickle Cell

This week’s guests are Dr. Scott Peslak, a physician scientist at the University of Pennsylvania, who caters to sickle cell and thalassemia patients. Kyle Smith, a nonprofit professional who owns Crescent Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with sickle cell disease in the Philadelphia area.

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Doc Mok discusses advancements in colon cancer screening, emphasizing the importance of early detection. He highlights a study from the New England Journal of Medicine on blood-based tests and a 20-year cohort study by Charlotte Skriver.

Topics
- Blood-Based Tests for Colon Cancer Screening
- Stool-Based DNA Tests and Colonoscopy
- Aspirin and Cancer Risk

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In this episode of the Maximal Being podcast, Dr. Erica Barnell, founder of Geneoscopy, discusses a range of topics, including the challenges and potential of Erica's technology, the importance of early detection and intervention for colorectal cancer, and her personal journey, including the persistence and determination required to navigate the FDA approval process.

Topics
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Advanced Adenoma Detection and Industry Challenges
- Sham or Gram: Anti-Sickness Recipe

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast. Their guest Dr. Erica Barnell is the co-founder and Chief Science Officer at Geneoscopy Inc., a clinical-stage diagnostic company working on early detection of colorectal cancer.

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Joining us today at Maximal Being Fitness, Nutrition, and Gut Health, is Dr. Ali Navidi, a licensed clinical psychologist, co-founder, and CEO of GI Psychology. They explore the powerful connection between the brain and gut, and how Dr. Navidi's work in clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy is helping patients with IBS, functional dyspepsia, and other gastrointestinal issues. The conversation delves into the science behind the brain-gut axis, the history of this field, and the practical applications of Dr. Navidi's unique approach to treating these conditions. This episode offers valuable insights for both healthcare practitioners and individuals interested in optimizing their gut and mental health.

Topics
- The gut-brain axis and its impact on mental health
- The benefits of hypnotherapy and combination therapy for treating gastrointestinal issues
- Brain health and neuroplasticity
- The importance of protein intake for weight loss, muscle gain, and overall health

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast. Their guest Dr. Navidi has spearheaded a unique treatment methodology that blends Clinical Hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), specifically designed for patients grappling with GI disorders and chronic pain.

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Joining us today at Maximal Being Fitness, Nutrition, and Gut Health, is Dr. Ali Navidi, a licensed clinical psychologist, co-founder, and CEO of GI Psychology. They explore the powerful connection between the brain and gut, and how Dr. Navidi's work in clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy is helping patients with IBS, functional dyspepsia, and other gastrointestinal issues. The conversation delves into the science behind the brain-gut axis, the history of this field, and the practical applications of Dr. Navidi's unique approach to treating these conditions. This episode offers valuable insights for both healthcare practitioners and individuals interested in optimizing their gut and mental health.

Topics
- Gut-brain connection and its impact on mental health
- Hypnotherapy for gut health and pain management
- Treating functional dyspepsia with hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy
- Brain-gut connection and its impact on physical health

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast. Their guest Dr. Navidi has spearheaded a unique treatment methodology that blends Clinical Hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), specifically designed for patients grappling with GI disorders and chronic pain.

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Today at Maximal Being Fitness, Nutrition, and Gut Health, Doc Mok discusses exciting research articles on gut health and its impact on overall health. Tune in to learn more!

Topics

- Effects of microplastics outside of the GI tract
https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/10.1289/EHP13435

- Nanorobots to clean microplastics
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsnano.4c02115

- Do acid blockers cause migraines?
https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200302

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer.

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