Ever wondered if chiropractic care is actually legit? For years, the media has questioned the profession—but what’s the real story? Is it safe? Effective? And can it really work alongside traditional medicine?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ryan Manning, a chiropractor, healer, and body optimization expert with nearly 30 years of experience helping elite performers thrive. Dr. Manning shares what most people get wrong about chiropractic care and why it's often misunderstood. We explore how chiropractors and MDs can collaborate to deliver better outcomes for patients—and whether chiropractic treatment is truly beneficial or potentially harmful.

We also dive into the world of Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT). Dr. Manning explains how it works, what devices he trusts, and shares powerful stories of healing from his own practice.

If you're curious about natural healing, recovery, and the future of integrative health, this episode is packed with insight you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with hormone and integrative medicine specialist Dr. Sara Amirmehrabi of Chara Health to uncover what most doctors overlook: that many modern women’s struggles with mood, memory, weight gain, and intimacy may be rooted in hormone imbalances—not just lifestyle or aging.

As part of the Chara Health team, Dr. Sara Amir brings her functional, root-cause approach to hormone replacement therapy, helping patients reclaim energy, joy, and clarity. She and Dr. Joy dive deep into the latest science on perimenopause, estrogen receptors in the brain, and why a tailored HRT protocol can be life-changing for women at any age.

Whether you’re in your 30s and feeling off or postmenopausal and afraid to try hormones again, this episode offers science-backed hope. You'll also learn how regenerative medicine like stem cells and peptides can enhance and amplify the effects of hormone therapy—creating a true foundation for anti-aging and vitality.

If you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” but you know something’s not right, this conversation is for you.

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Joy Kong, M.D. is a UCLA-trained, triple board-certified physician (American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, American Board of Addiction Medicine, American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine). Of her many accomplishments, the following are highlights: Founder/CEO of Chara Health USA (formerly known as Uplyft Longevity Center) in Los Angeles, California, where she specializes in stem cell therapy, ketamine therapy, as well as a wide range of therapeutic modalities to enhance overall health and combat diseases in a holistic approach, esp. by enhancing the body’s innate regenerative potentials. Founder/President of American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy (https://www.AAICT.org), where she provides training to physicians on the science, clinical evidence and safe protocols in Stem Cell Therapy. Published author in scientific journals in regenerative medicine research and developer of unique regenerative medicine products and protocols. Founder/CEO of Chara Biologics, a company dedicated to providing cutting-edge regenerative medicine products in the US and to the global market. Dr. Kong was recognized for her contribution to the field of regenerative medicine and awarded the “Top Doctor of the Year in Stem Cell Therapy” and “Empowered Woman of the Year” in 2019, as well as “Stem Cell Doctor of the Decade” in 2021 by the prestigious IAOTP (International Association of Top Professionals). Dr. Kong’s memoir Tiger of Beijing has garnered tremendous interest, and was named “2020 Book of the Year” from IAOTP and showcased at Time Square. Our content is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or health advice. Please consult with your doctor /healthcare provider if you have any questions about your medical condition.

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What if your workout could do more than just sculpt your body—what if it could transform your mind and elevate your spirit?

In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with Sebastien Lagree, inventor of the Lagree Method and creator of the patented Megaformer fitness machine. Sebastien shares how a failed pursuit of Hollywood stardom unexpectedly led him to create one of the most intense, effective, and innovative workouts in the world.

Together, they explore why Lagree is not Pilates, how he reimagined the reformer to push physical limits, and why so many people experience mental clarity, emotional release, and even spiritual bliss after his workouts.

Sebastien also reveals how intuition and inner guidance have shaped his business, the spiritual power of movement, and what’s next: a secret new machine designed to unite the body, mind, and soul through fitness.

If you're curious about what’s possible when science, spirituality, and sweat collide—this episode is a must-listen.

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