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The FAKTR PodcastFunctional And Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation Author: Jessica Riddle, Todd Riddle
Welcome to the FAKTR Podcast, where we talk about the stuff they didnt teach you in schoolhow to grow your practice, refine your clinical skills, and get better results for your patients. Were here to help you navigate the real-world challenges of being a healthcare provider, from delivering top-notch patient care to running a business that doesnt run you into the ground. Whether youre fresh out of school or scaling your practice, were diving into the hands-on techniques, business strategies, and mindset shifts that set you apartso you can build a career you love without burning out. If you're ready to learn what works (and what doesnt) from people whove been there, youre in the right place.If you enjoy the show, be sure to hit the follow button! That's a small way you can help us carry on doing this, thank you for listening. Listen to past episodes and view additional content at faktrpodcast.com.INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/FAKTREDUCATION/LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/faktrFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FAKTRconceptTHREADS: https://www.threads.net/@faktreducation Language: en Genres: Courses, Education, Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#126 - Optimizing Health Span: Longevity, Inflammation, and Immune Resilience with Dr. Robert Silverman
Episode 126
Friday, 17 April, 2026
Optimizing Health Span: Longevity, Inflammation, and Immune Resilience with Dr. Robert SilvermanIn this special look-back episode, we’re revisiting a conversation originally released in 2023 with Dr. Robert Silverman on one of the most important topics in modern healthcare: health span. While this episode was recorded during an earlier phase of the longevity conversation, the core themes remain highly relevant today. In Part 1, Dr. Silverman breaks down the difference between lifespan and health span, why chronic disease continues to shorten quality of life for so many patients, and why clinicians need to think more broadly about the systems that influence long-term vitality, resilience, and recovery.Together, we explore the role of immune resilience, inflammation, the microbiome, mitochondrial health, fascia, vagus nerve tone, muscle mass, and metabolic signaling in healthy aging. Dr. Silverman also shares the biomarkers and clinical concepts he believes deserve more attention when evaluating chronic disease risk, biological aging, and overall patient function.This episode is a valuable revisit for providers who want to think beyond symptom management and better understand the foundations of long-term health and performance. Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or coming back to it with fresh ears, Part 1 sets the stage for a deeper conversation around what it really takes to help patients live longer — and live better.Key Themes in Today’s Episode:The difference between lifespan and health span — and why both matter in clinical practiceWhy immune resilience may be one of the most important drivers of longevityBiomarkers Dr. Silverman watches when evaluating inflammation, metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, and gut permeability🔗 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Learn more about the Functional Nutrition Certification Program here.Click here to register for our next free FAKTR Masterclass on Tuesday, April 21🎙️ SUPPORT THE SHOW: Visit our website at faktrpodcast.com to leave a review or comment










