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hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is Holistic

hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is Holistic

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hol+ with Dr. Taz MD is redefining modern medicine through a comprehensive, evidence-based holistic approach; integrating functional medicine, integrative medicine, and time-tested healing systems to treat the whole human, not just symptoms. Hosted by Dr. Tasneem Bhatia (Dr. Taz), triple board-certified physician in integrative, functional, and holistic medicine, bestselling Penguin Random House author, and founder of hol+; a comprehensive evidence-based holistic medicine platform with clinics in Atlanta, New York City, and Los Angeles, and virtual care available nationwide. At the heart of hol+ is a revolutionary framework: the Five Body Map- physical, mental, emotional, energetic, and social/community bodies that create whole health. This whole-human approach connects hormone imbalances, gut dysfunction, microinflammation, cortisol dysregulation, metabolic disease, autoimmune conditions, perimenopause, and stress-driven illness to the full spectrum of who we are; body, mind, and spirit. Each episode explores Dr. Taz’s original clinical frameworks ;The Cortisol Loop, Microinflammation, and The Invisible Load alongside conversations with leading experts, celebrities, and thought leaders including Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, Katherine Schwarzenegger, Cameron Mathison, Carol Alt, Jane Seymour, Tamsen Fadal, and Kris Carr. Topics include hormone health, gut health, GLP-1 and metabolic therapy, thyroid dysfunction, weight loss, inflammation, autoimmune disease, mental and emotional wellness, energetic health, and the future of holistic medicine. This is the show where science and spirit converge- driving health, happiness, relationships, and family ecosystems. Want to go deeper? Join Dr. Taz’s private community, the hol+ Circle ; medicine beyond the exam room. (holplus.co/circle) A 2025 Webby Award honoree, recognized alongside the Mel Robbins Podcast in the 29th Annual Webby Awards, hol+ is built on the foundation of Super Woman Wellness, which surpassed 1 million downloads over 8 years. This is medicine beyond the exam room. Welcome to hol+Dr. Taz MD Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
Episodes
  • Always Tired and Low on Energy? Dr. Taz Explains Biological Bankruptcy, Mitochondria, NAD and “Zombie Cells”

    Always Tired and Low on Energy? Dr. Taz Explains Biological Bankruptcy, Mitochondria, NAD and “Zombie Cells”
    Jul 16 2026

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    Why are you always tired, even after getting enough sleep? If you wake up exhausted, struggle with brain fog, rely on caffeine, or lose your energy halfway through the day, the problem may begin inside your cells.

    In this solo episode of hol+, Dr. Taz explains why your body may be “biologically bankrupt,” meaning it is using energy faster than it can rebuild it. She breaks down three hidden causes of low energy: mitochondria that are not producing enough power, declining NAD levels, and old “zombie cells” that remain in the body and increase inflammation.

    You’ll also learn simple ways to support your energy, including better sleep, moderate exercise, stress management, intermittent fasting, and nutrients such as magnesium, B vitamins, CoQ10, and quercetin.

    In this episode:
    Why you may still feel tired after sleeping
    How your cells create energy
    The connection between fatigue and brain fog
    What mitochondrial dysfunction means
    Why NAD matters for energy and cellular repair
    What “zombie cells” are
    How inflammation drains your energy
    Why caffeine and sugar only provide a temporary boost
    How sleep and exercise help rebuild cellular energy
    Practical ways to stop running on empty

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    If you know someone who is always tired or struggling with low energy, share this episode with them. Subscribe for new episodes about hormones, gut health, inflammation, healthy aging, and whole-person healing every week.

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    Chapters
    00:00 Why Your Energy Never Seems to Last
    00:48 Chi, Prana and the Body’s Energy
    01:49 Why Our Cells Are Running on Empty
    02:54 What Is Biological Bankruptcy?
    04:01 The 3 Pillars of Cellular Energy
    05:08 How Mitochondria Produce Energy
    06:24 Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Damage
    07:39 How Mitochondrial Dysfunction Accelerates Aging
    08:29 Chronic Fatigue, Long COVID and Cellular Energy
    09:48 Your Fatigue Has an Address
    10:14 Join The Circle
    11:00 Why NAD Is Essential for Cellular Repair
    11:44 Why NAD Levels Decline
    12:13 The NAD and Inflammation Cycle
    13:41 What Are Senescent or “Zombie” Cells?
    15:22 How Zombie Cells Drive Inflammaging
    15:57 What Fatigue May Reveal About Your Health
    16:35 Cellular Energy, Focus and ADHD
    17:24 How to Reverse Biological Bankruptcy
    17:46 Sleep and Mitochondrial Repair
    18:15 Exercise and Mitochondrial Renewal
    18:41 CoQ10, Magnesium and B Vitamins
    19:04 Rebuilding NAD Levels
    19:39 How to Clear Out Zombie Cells
    19:59 Intermittent Fasting and Autophagy
    20:13 Cortisol and Mitochondrial Dysfunction
    21:02 Final Takeaways

    Produced by https://ClipGrowth.com (Producer: Pat Gostek)
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    23 mins
  • How Supermodel Carol Alt Rebuilt Her Health Through Food and Found Her Energy Again

    How Supermodel Carol Alt Rebuilt Her Health Through Food and Found Her Energy Again
    Jul 14 2026
    What’s Carol Alt’s secret to glowing skin, boundless energy, and youthful vitality at 64?In this episode of Hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with the iconic supermodel, entrepreneur, and raw food advocate to reveal the powerful truths behind aging well, naturally. From reversing signs of aging to healing chronic health issues with food, Carol shares how raw nutrition, enzyme therapy, and a deeply holistic lifestyle transformed her health in her 30s, and why she’s never looked back.You’ll learn the raw, unfiltered truth (pun intended) about how Carol rebuilt her body from the inside out, the rituals that keep her glowing into her 60s, and her philosophy that the closer you eat to God, the better your body functions. From raw tiramisu to trail mix, from detox protocols to spiritual mindset shifts, this is a must-watch episode for anyone who wants to age with grace, energy, and empowerment, without surgery or shortcuts. If you’re listening to this and thinking, “My symptoms feel connected, but no one is helping me connect the dots,” join the Circle here: 👉 https://holplus.co/circleCarol opens up about:• The moment she knew cooked food was draining her life force• Her enzyme-rich daily routine that supports digestion, skin, and energy• How she healed chronic health problems (like candida) by going raw• Why beauty really does start in your 20s, and what to do now if you didn’t know• Her take on fats, fasting, juicing, and eating with intention• How mindset, discipline, and food all fuel her glow at 64If you’re dealing with fatigue, low energy, hormone changes, or want to support healthy aging from the inside out, explore related Hol+ care options here:Longevity and Anti-Aging:https://holplus.co/services/longevity-anti-aging/Hormone Imbalance:https://holplus.co/conditions/hormone-imbalance/Menopause & Perimenopause:https://holplus.co/conditions/menopause-perimenopause/About Carol AltDubbed The Face by The Fashion Industry, Carol Alt is a pioneer and chameleon in the fashion, entertainment and Health industries; she is constantly on the lookout for new challenges. Since her days as the world’s most renowned Supermodel, Carol has gone on to be multi-award winning actor, successful entrepreneur, best-selling author on Raw Food and Nutrition, and the host of A Healthy You & Carol Alt on FOX News Channel.Follow Carol Althttps://carolalt.com/https://instagram.com/modelcarolalt About Dr. Taz:Dr. Tasneem Bhatia, also known as Dr. Taz, is a triple board-certified integrative medicine physician, bestselling author, and founder of hol+, a multi-location integrative medicine practice.Learn more: https://doctortaz.com/aboutStay Connected:Connect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/ - Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.Book a Hol+ Consultation: https://holplus.co/locations/virtual/Follow Dr. Taz on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Subscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsHost & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by ClipGrowth.com (Producer: Pat Gostek)Chapters00:00 Health, aging, and your daily choices01:00 Meet Carol Alt02:20 Why beauty begins earlier than we think03:49 Why Carol changed her diet at 3608:12 Her biggest dieting mistake and raw food basics17:31 Raw food, digestion, and rebuilding nutrition20:50 What Carol noticed after changing her diet23:25 How to begin and what to remove first27:30 Juicing, fasting, cravings, and practical food swaps35:30 Aging after 60, oils, beauty, spirituality, and final advice
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    54 mins
  • The Testosterone Problem in Men: Dr. Brandon Smith on Low T, Sleep Apnea, TRT & What Men Need to Know

    The Testosterone Problem in Men: Dr. Brandon Smith on Low T, Sleep Apnea, TRT & What Men Need to Know
    Jul 9 2026
    What happens when men’s health gets reduced to one testosterone number? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz sits down with Dr. Brandon Smith, MD, a conventionally trained physician practicing at hol+, for a practical and eye-opening conversation about men’s health, low testosterone, sleep apnea, TRT, GLP-1s, muscle, stress, hormones, and why so many men are waiting too long to get proactive about their health.Together, they explore why men’s health needs a reframe, especially in a medical culture where many men are taught to only go to the doctor when something is clearly broken. Dr. Smith shares what he sees in the exam room, from younger men asking about testosterone before starting a family, to men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s realizing they have spent years pushing through fatigue, stress, brain fog, weight changes, low libido, poor sleep, or changes in performance without knowing where to start.Dr. Taz and Dr. Smith also unpack why low testosterone is not always a simple testosterone problem. Dr. Smith explains the difference between total testosterone and free testosterone, why one lab number is only a snapshot, why testosterone can fluctuate throughout the day, and why morning testing matters. They also discuss why symptoms, context, body composition, sleep, stress, inflammation, chronic illness, and lifestyle all need to be part of the conversation before jumping straight to testosterone therapy.This conversation takes a closer look at one of the most overlooked drivers of low testosterone: sleep apnea. Dr. Smith explains why disrupted sleep can create a stress signal in the body, why men may not realize they are waking up throughout the night, and why the body may lower reproductive hormones when it does not feel safe, rested, or recovered. They also discuss how fasting, chronic stress, high cortisol, poor recovery, and underlying medical conditions can affect hormone levels.If you’re listening to this and thinking, “I know something is off in my body, but I don’t know where to start,” join the Circle here: 👉 https://holplus.co/circleMen’s health is not just about testosterone, TRT, libido, or muscle. It is shaped by sleep, stress, metabolism, body composition, inflammation, blood sugar, chronic illness, movement, recovery, hormone signaling, and the way men are often conditioned to ignore symptoms until they become impossible to avoid. In this episode, Dr. Taz and Dr. Smith look at men’s health through a whole-body lens, where the goal is not just replacing a number, but understanding why the body is responding the way it is.Learn more about support related to this conversation:Men’s Health:https://holplus.co/services/mens-health/Hormone Imbalance:https://holplus.co/conditions/hormone-imbalance/Book a Hol+ Consultation: https://holplus.co/locations/virtual/Dr. Smith shares why most testosterone deficiency is often secondary, meaning the issue may not start in the testes, but in the brain’s signal to the testes. He explains how sleep apnea, diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, infections, stress, and poor recovery can all push testosterone levels down. He also explains why a more complete workup may include LH, FSH, sleep history, body composition, lifestyle patterns, symptoms, and a deeper look at what is getting in the way of healthy hormone signaling.Dr. Taz and Dr. Smith also discuss the different approaches men may hear about, including testosterone injections, creams, pellets, Clomid, lifestyle changes, and GLP-1 medications. Dr. Smith explains why the right path depends on the individual, including whether the biggest barrier is sleep, weight, joint pain, libido, motivation, metabolic health, or body composition. They also discuss why strength training, muscle mass, and movement are essential parts of the men’s health conversation, especially for long-term resilience and aging.If you are navigating low testosterone, low libido, fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, poor sleep, sleep apnea, high stress, low motivation, muscle loss, GLP-1 questions, TRT decisions, or the feeling that something is off but you are not sure what to test first, this episode offers a more complete way to understand what your body may be trying to tell you.About The Guest:Dr. Brandon Smith, MD, is a conventionally trained physician practicing at hol+. His background includes biochemistry, conventional medicine, integrative health, movement, fitness, and a deep interest in helping patients connect the dots between symptoms, lifestyle, labs, and long-term health. In his work with patients, Dr. Smith focuses on asking better questions, understanding the whole person, and creating practical, personalized plans around diet, sleep, stress, exercise, hormones, and metabolic health.About Dr. Taz:Dr. Tasneem Bhatia (Dr. Taz) is a triple board-certified integrative medicine physician,bestselling author, and founder of hol+ a multi-location integrative medicine practice.Learn more: https://...
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