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Next Level Health with Dr. Melinda Ring

by The Osher Center for Integrative Health at Northwestern University

Next Level Health bridges the gap between traditional and integrative health through research-backed integrative approaches. Each episode comprehensively explores the latest scientific studies and expert opinions, offering practical insights and actionable advice for optimizing health and well-being. Hosted by Dr. Melinda Ring and featuring leading professionals in the field of integrative medicine, our podcast explores a wide range of topics ranging from nutrition to acupuncture to the latest mind-body therapies and herbal medicine. Whether you're a healthcare provider, a student, a wellness enthusiast, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of integrative practices, Next Level Health provides the knowledge and tools to help you make informed decisions. Join us as we uncover the synergy between conventional treatments and holistic therapies, empowering you to take a comprehensive approach to your wellness journey.

Latest episodes

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Health Claims Under the Microscope: A Scientist Explains with Dr. Nicolas Verhoeven

sits down with Dr. Nicholas Verhoeven, a molecular medicine researcher and creator of the popular Physionic platform, to explore how to make sense of conflicting health r

Oct 19
40 min

Can Dance Be Medicine? The Healing Power of Movement, Play & Connection with Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark

What if some of the most powerful medicines are things we already have access to every day?  Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark, integrative medicine physician and author of Medicine

Sep 28
42 min

Bone to Be Strong: Rethinking Women's Health and Longevity with Dr. Vonda Wright

Our bones do far more than hold us up. They can influence metabolism, brain health and how independently we live as we age. In this episode of Next Level Health, orthop

Sep 7
39 min

How to Reduce Toxins in Your Everyday Life (Without Becoming Obsessed) with Dr. Aly Cohen

Environmental toxins may be part of modern life, but reducing your exposure doesn't have to be overwhelming. On this episode of "Next Level Health," Dr. Melinda Ring sits

Jul 20
34 min

DNA Methylation and Longevity: Can You Influence Your Genetic Future?

Can you really slow the aging process? In this episode of Next Level Health, Dr. Melinda Ring talks with functional medicine physician and researcher Dr. Kara Fitzgerald

Jun 29
26 min

Why We Keep Repeating the Same Mistakes & How to Break the Cycle with Dr. Carl Greer

Despite our efforts, many of us stay stuck in the same emotional patterns, old stories, and unhelpful habits. In this episode of Next Level Health, Dr. Melinda Ring sits

Jun 8
35 min

Peptides, Performance & Personalized Health: The Future of Longevity Medicine with Myles Spar, MD

Longevity medicine is having a moment—but what actually works? In this episode of "Next Level Health," Dr. Melinda Ring sits down with Dr. Myles Spar to cut through the h

May 18
39 min

Cannabis & the Body: The Hidden System That Could Change Medicine with Mikhail Kogan, MD

Medical cannabis is more widely available than ever before, but most clinicians are not trained to guide patients on how to use it safely or effectively. In this episode

Apr 27
33 min

Stop Sabotaging Your Health: How to Rewire Your Brain for Success with Shirzad Chamine

In this episode of Next Level Health, Dr. Melinda Ring sits down with Shirzad Chamine, New York Times bestselling author of Positive Intelligence, to explore why insight

Apr 6
43 min

Fix Your Metabolism with Dr. Lara Zakaria

https://youtu.be/4CEV4URghPY Your metabolism affects everything from energy levels and cravings to long-term health. But, metabolic health is far more complex than calo

Mar 16
37 min

Longevity Made Simple with Dr. Shad Marvasti

When heart disease, cancer or diabetes runs in your family, it can feel like your health story is already written — but it doesn't have to be. In this episode of Next Lev

Feb 23
38 min

The Biology of Trauma by with Dr. Aimie Apigian

Trauma is one of the most overlooked drivers of chronic illness and stalled healing, and it's not just psychological, new research is suggesting it is biological, too. In

Feb 2
45 min

The Science of Healing Faster with Dr. Victoria Maizes

There are science-backed strategies for accelerating recovery from illness and injury by tapping into our body's innate healing intelligence. In this episode, Dr. Melinda

Dec 22 2025
40 min

Supporting Someone Through Cancer? Start Here | Dr. Lorenzo Cohen

Over half of cancer cases and deaths are considered preventable by making healthy lifestyle changes. In this episode, Dr. Lorenzo Cohen, a leading expert in integrative o

Dec 1 2025
26 min

The Hidden Crisis in Children's Health | Dr. Elisa Song

For the first time in history, today's children are expected to have shorter lifespans than their parents — largely due to diet and lifestyle-related diseases. But there

Nov 10 2025
38 min

Optimizing Brain Health in a Modern World with Dr. Austin Perlmutter

Protecting our brain and body in a world that's not always built for it can be a challenge.  In this episode, Dr. Austin Perlmutter, a board-certified internal medicine p

Oct 20 2025
41 min

Eat, Move, Think Better! with Dr. David Eisenberg

Food is finally being recognized as an essential part of medicine in institutions and kitchens across the United States. In this episode of Next Level Health, Dr. Melinda

Sep 29 2025
48 min

Brain Food 101: Fueling Your Mental Health and Building Your Mental Fitness with Dr. Drew Ramsey

In this episode of Next Level Health  @DrMelindaRing  talks with  @DrewRamseyMD  about  how to build better mental health through our daily choices. Dr. Ramsey is a board

Sep 8 2025
43 min

Cancer Hacks Revealed: Dr. William Li's Grocery & Supplement List for a Longer, Healthier Life

Can the food you eat be as powerful as cancer-fighting drugs? In this episode, Dr. William Li reveals to Dr. Melinda Ring which everyday foods can boost your health, ener

May 26 2025
49 min

The Medical Term You Need to Know: Understanding Salutogenesis with Dr. David Rakel

What if healthcare focused less on disease and more on creating health? In this episode, Dr. Melinda Ring talks with Dr. David Rakel, a trailblazer in integrative medicin

May 5 2025
38 min

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