Ep. 18 From the Gridiron to Longevity: Brian Baldinger on Recovery, Exosomes, and Life After the NFL

NFL veteran and analyst Brian Baldinger joins Elizabeth to talk candidly about pain, recovery, and staying sharp after 13 seasons in the league. Brian shares what actually moved the needle for him—from IV and nebulized exosomes to stem cells, PRP, peptides, and hyperbaric oxygen. Elizabeth breaks down why these therapies may help with inflammation and neuro-recovery, plus the often-missed root causes in athletes: gut triggers (gluten/lectins/nightshades), heavy-metal and tick exposures, insulin resistance (A1C targets, berberine), and vascular health. They also discuss ozone therapies (including EBO2), compression and circulation, mindset, and the transition out of pro sports. Brian’s takeaway: make your health your life’s work—on and off the field. Perfect for athletes, weekend warriors, and anyone curious about performance-driven functional medicine.