Feeling run-down, more stressed than usual, or getting sick more often than you used to? There’s a reason—and it has nothing to do with “bad luck.”
In this episode, I sit down with immune-health researcher Dr. Chris D’Adamo to explore the science of trained immunity and how your body can actually learn to defend itself better over time.
The Secret Power of Beta-Glucan
Most people think of immune support as taking vitamin C or zinc when they feel something coming on. But Dr. D’Adamo reveals why beta-glucan—found in mushrooms, yeast, and certain grains—may be one of the most powerful natural immune modulators ever studied.
You’ll discover how it balances immune responses, reduces stress hormones, supports gut health, and may even slow biological aging.
Why Immune Aging Might Be the Real Aging Problem
Dr. D’Adamo breaks down new research showing that immune aging—the slow decline of your innate defenses—may actually drive the aging process itself. The episode dives into how lifestyle, toxins, circadian rhythm, and daily habits impact your immune “age”… and what you can do to reverse it.
From targeted supplements to sunlight exposure, hydration, and stress-resilience strategies, you’ll learn easy upgrades you can start applying immediately.
- 00:00 Introduction to Beta-Glucan and Cancer Research
- 00:37 Training Your Immune System
- 01:23 Beta-Glucan: Sources and Benefits
- 05:48 Interview with Dr. Chris Omo: Immune System Focus
- 08:07 Beta-Glucan and Immune Modulation
- 09:44 Cold and Flu Season: Immune System Tips
- 11:24 Beta-Glucan and Biological Aging
- 17:45 Beta-Glucan Dosage and Usage
- 20:23 Personal Immune System Strategies
- 22:55 Trained Immunity and Beta-Glucan
- 25:14 Beta-Glucan and Cortisol Reduction
- 30:05 The Role of Beta-Glucan in Detoxification
- 33:07 Supplements and Modern Toxicity
- 34:45 Beta-Glucan for Kids
- 36:26 Exciting Research on Immune Health
- 39:17 Daily Habits for a Strong Immune System
- 42:12 The Benefits of Sauna and Cold Exposure
- 47:10 Choosing the Right Beta-Glucan Supplement
- 48:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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