42. Advanced Cardiometabolic Testing, a New Frontier of Precision Medicine with Dr. Greg Jones

Dr. Greg Jones is a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor and earned his degree in Naturopathic Medicine with honors from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM) in Tempe Arizona. After a 20-year career in the United States Navy, Dr. Jones pursued a career in aerospace engineering before discovering his true passion lied in Naturopathic Medicine.   When Dr. Jones retired from the military and began his corporate life, he noticed he felt tired, anxious, stressed, and depressed. He suffered from constant pain due to worsening injuries to his low back and knees. His primary care doctors presented pharmaceutical and surgical options to address his concerns, but Dr. Jones knew there had to be better options that were not being offered.   The determination and motivation instilled in him by his family and Naval service led Dr. Jones to research and investigate every method that had potential for improving his health. This included diet, hormone replacement, stress management, regenerative injections, IV therapy and much more. This journey eventually led him to Naturopathic Medicine – the evidence-based approach to medicine that embraces finding the root cause of illness, treating the whole person.   Fast forward to today and Dr. Jones practices functional medicine with an emphasis on pain relief and regenerative therapy, peptide therapy, IV therapy, and hormone replacement. Dr. Jones has received extensive training in regenerative injection therapy, IV nutritional therapy, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, and peptide therapy. Dr. Jones’s goal for every patient is optimal health, energy, and happiness.   Today’s episode focuses of cardiometabolic health, blending the worlds of functional and anti-aging medicine with practical, everyday strategies. Dr. Jones presents his expertise on foundational health, the surprising efficacy of peptides, and a deep dive into the roles hormones play in maintaining our cardiovascular system. We’ll also hear revelations regarding cholesterol markers that challenge conventional wisdom and offer new hope for heart health.   Topics discussed in this episode include: How Dr. Jones transitioned from military and aerospace engineering to naturopathic medicine. Why foundational health impacts treatment outcomes and recovery. What role peptides play in Dr. Jones' naturopathic practice. How obesity, inflammation, and insulin resistance are interconnected and impact heart health. Why inflammation disrupts insulin signaling and leads to cardiometabolic diseases. How lifestyle choices like diet, stress, and sleep influence inflammation and overall health. Why GLP-1 and GIP medications are beneficial for controlling insulin and inflammation. What the endothelium's function is in vascular health and how its dysfunction can lead to cardiovascular issues. How reversing inflammation could potentially reverse high cholesterol. Why hormone optimization is crucial in comprehensive health management. How thyroid hormones and testosterone levels correlate with lipid levels and cardiovascular health. What key risk factors need to be managed for long-term cardiometabolic health. How advanced cholesterol markers like ApoB are used to inform risk assessment. What the Boston Heart Test reveals about cholesterol production and absorption. Which nutritional supplements, such as Omega 3s and niacin, are effective for heart health. Why collaboration and idea-sharing are essential in the functional and anti-aging medical community.   Follow our Instagram https://instagram.com/yoodirecthealth_aesthetics or visit us at https://www.yoodirecthealth.com/ Dr. Greg Jones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/ Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones: https://thedrjonespodcast.com/ Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/