EPISODE 1: The Science of Longevity

Guest: Dr Duncan Carmichael

Airing: 11 November 2025

Introduction:

In this debut episode of The Primal Wellness Podcast, Jess Mouneimne sits down with Dr Duncan Carmichael, a pioneer in functional and anti-aging medicine. Together they unpack the science of living younger for longer from hormones and gut health to fasting and mindset. This is a conversation about what it really takes to build longevity, not just in years, but in quality of life.

Summary:

Dr Carmichael shares how his own journey led him to functional medicine, an approach that looks at the root cause of disease instead of simply treating symptoms. He explains how generational habits shape modern health and why understanding hormonal balance, nutrition, and lifestyle factors is key to vitality. The discussion explores fasting, cell regeneration, the psychology of aging, and how supplements can enhance (but never replace) real food.

Key Takeaways:

• Functional medicine focuses on the why behind illness.

• Generational patterns deeply influence how we age.

• Hormones affect not only physical health but mental wellbeing.

• Fasting can trigger autophagy, the body’s natural cellular clean-up.

• Nutrition is the foundation; supplements are the support system.

• It’s never too late to change your health trajectory.

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