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Smarter Not Harder

Smarter Not Harder

By: Smarter Not Harder Inc. | Troscriptions | HOMeHOPe Org
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Welcome to the Smarter Not Harder podcast brought to you by Health Optimization Medicine and Practice, as well as Smarter Not Harder, Inc.– the makers of Troscriptions. This podcast is all about offering you one-cent solutions to $64,000 questions for all things decision making, consciousness, health optimization, performance, and so much more. We interview subject matter experts who will tackle these one-cent solutions including Karl Friston, Donald Hoffman, Anna Lembke, Adam Robinson, and Dominic D'Agostino. The Smarter Not Harder podcast is hosted by Dr. Ted Achacoso, the founding pioneer of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice and Smarter Not Harder inc., Dr. Scott Sherr, the COO of both Health Optimization Medicine and Practice and Smarter Not Harder, Inc., Boomer Anderson, CEO of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice as well as Smarter Not Harder, Inc., and Jody Duval, a talented naturopath known for compounding her own formulations in her clinic Revital Health in Perth, Australia. New episodes every Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode! Ready to work smarter not harder? Let's dive in! Find more from us at troscriptions.com & homehope.org.2023 Alternative & Complementary Medicine Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living Science
Episodes
  • Gut–Lung Axis 101: How Microbiomes Shape Respiratory Health | SNH Podcast #141
    Sep 17 2025

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Vivek Lal joins Dr. Scott Sherr for a groundbreaking and eye-opening conversation about the gut-lung axis — the overlooked connection between your microbiome and your ability to breathe, perform, and recover. From inhaled probiotics to AI‑driven lung therapy, this episode bridges clinical science and next‑gen wellness in a way you’ve never heard before.

    Join us as we delve into:

    • How gut bacteria directly influence lung inflammation, asthma, and COPD
    • Why your lungs aren’t sterile — and what lives in them might save your life
    • The rise of inhaled postbiotics and what “air as medicine” really means
    • Cutting-edge lung science: AI, organoids, omics, and future therapies

    This episode is for you if:

    • You’ve never heard of the gut-lung axis but want to breathe, sleep, and recover better
    • You or someone you love has asthma, COPD, or unexplained breathing issues
    • You’re fascinated by how microbiomes affect health far beyond the gut
    • You want smarter, not harder, ways to optimize lung health and longevity

    You can also find this episode on…
    YouTube: https://youtu.be/PZZw8ulAHiM

    Find more from Dr. C. Vivek Lal, MD, FAAP:
    Resbiotic Nutrition: https://resbiotic.com/
    LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/c-vivek-lal-md-faap-20183913
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/dr.viveklal/

    Find more from Smarter Not Harder:
    Website: https://troscriptions.com/pages/podcast
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions/
    HOMeHOPe Symposium: https://homehope.org/homehope-symposium

    Get 10% Off your purchase of the Gut Lung Axis Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org
    Get 10% Off your Troscriptions order with code POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com

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    48 mins
  • "Parasite Cleanse," “Boosting,” and Other Health Buzzwords We Need to Retire | SNH Podcast #140
    Sep 10 2025

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring the overused and often misleading words in the health optimization space. With humor and clinical insight, the team critiques buzzwords like “parasite cleanse,” “boost,” “root cause,” and more — offering practical perspectives on how to reframe them.

    Join us as we delve into:
    • Why “parasite cleanse” does more harm than good
    • The limitations of the term “boost” in functional medicine
    • Rethinking “root cause” and its role in healing
    • The difference between health optimization and wellness

    This episode is for you if:
    • You’re tired of health buzzwords with no substance
    • You want science-backed alternatives to wellness fads
    • You're exploring the shift from illness to health optimization
    • You appreciate both humor and depth in health conversations

    You can also find this episode on…
    YouTube:

    Find more from Smarter Not Harder:
    Website: https://www.troscriptions.com/pages/podcast
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions
    HOMeHOPe Symposium: https://homehope.org/homehope-symposium

    Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org/
    Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com/
    Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

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    29 mins
  • The Shocking Truth About Shoes, Balance & Brain Health | SNH Podcast #139
    Sep 3 2025

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Scott Sherr sits down with performance coach Josh Holland for a mind-blowing deep dive into foot health, balance, and longevity.

    Most people obsess over biohacks, supplements, and high-tech gear… but almost nobody talks about the foundation of health: your feet.

    From barefoot training and toe strength to floor sitting, proprioception, and play, Josh reveals why your feet are the ultimate biohack for both lifespan and healthspan. Discover how strengthening your toes can prevent falls, sharpen your brain, and even deepen your human connections.

    Join us as we explore:

    • Why weak toes are a hidden risk factor for aging

    • The barefoot shoe study that showed a 57% increase in strength

    • How floor sitting rewires your hips, balance, and posture

    • “Foot mojo” and how to reconnect with your body through play

    • Why kids intuitively move better than adults — and what we can learn from them

    This episode is for you if:

    • You want practical, low-cost tools to improve your healthspan

    • You’re curious about barefoot training, grounding, and proprioception

    • You’ve ever wondered if shoes are helping or harming your body

    • You want to laugh, learn, and rethink the way you move every day

    You can also find this episode on…
    YouTube: https://youtu.be/2-i3xEIoRCE

    Find more from Josh Holland:
    Website: https://www.joshuajholland.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajholland/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuajholland/

    Find more from Smarter Not Harder:
    Website: https://www.troscriptions.com/pages/podcast
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions
    HOMeHOPe Symposium: https://homehope.org/homehope-symposium

    Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module with code PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org
    Get 10% Off Troscriptions with code POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com

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    37 mins
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