December 5, 2025
#393: Laugh, Sweat, Detox: The Misunderstood Pathways to PEAK Health (Mitochondria, Doomscrolling, and Sex) With Dr. Ted Achacoso
LONGEVITY with Nathalie NiddamAbout this episode
Today, I'm joined by the incomparable Dr. Ted Achacoso —a true pioneer in shifting healthcare from "what's wrong with you" to "what's right with you." Trained across neurology, pharmacology, AI, and nutritional medicine, Dr. Achacoso brings a sharp mix of science, humor, and unfiltered honesty to our conversation. We get real about what it takes to optimize health at the cellular level, why metabolomics is the future doctors can't ignore, and how something as simple as a toxicity panel can completely change your health trajectory. Episode Timestamps: Welcome and episode introduction ... 00:00:00 Science, laughter, and Dr. Ted's background ... 00:00:38 Early curiosity, accelerated medical pathway ... 00:07:20 Reframing healthcare: from disease to wellness ... 00:14:04 Cell danger response and importance of metabolomics ...00:16:15 Case study: toxicity panel as diagnostic game-changer ... 00:35:17 Patient motivation and behavioral change ... 00:44:20 Vitamin D: its underestimated power and role ... 00:51:12 Vitamin D paradox, genetics, and medication effects ... 01:00:34 Daily longevity habits and mindset ... 01:22:03 Longevity in one word: balance ... 01:33:05 Home Hope resources and closing ... 01:35:20 Our Amazing Sponsors: Tro Mune by Troscriptions - Cold season doesn't have to take you out. I use Tro Mune—a nightly buccal troche with 75 mg cordycepin—to build immune resilience while I sleep. Take ½–1 before bed, and use it before you get sick or right when you feel it. Troscriptions.co m, use NAT10, and get 10% off your first order. Digestive Bitters by Just Thrive - One capsule before eating helps your body absorb more nutrients, ease digestion, and leave you feeling light instead of weighed down. Head over to Justthrivehealth.com/discount/NAT and use code NAT20 for 20% off. Tranq Dart by Wizard Sciences - a multi-pathway sleep support from Wizard Sciences. It's not a knockout pill; it's a gentle nudge toward that wind-down zone. I take it about 30 minutes before bed, and it helps my body and brain sync up for sleep. Visit wizardsciences.com and use code NAT15 for 15% off. Sleep smarter, not harder. Nat's Links: YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter Instagram Facebook Group