How safe is stem cell therapy? If you think about getting one, but are terrified of what might go wrong, this episode is for you.

As someone who’s worked with regenerative medicine for years, I understand the excitement—and the concerns. From immune reactions to infection risks, misinformation can, most of the time, fuel fear.

But here’s the truth: only two things matter in stem cell therapy—the quality of the cells and where to put them.

In this week’s episode, I explain exactly what can go wrong—and what needs to go right—for stem cell therapy to work without harmful side effects.

From the source of your cells to the way they’re injected into your body, I break down everything you need to know about stem cell therapy side effects.

You’ll also learn why umbilical cord-derived stem cells are currently the gold standard, the 2018 Livyon contamination case, and how using your own aging stem cells could pose serious risks.

Listen in and find out what every patient should know before undergoing stem cell therapy.

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Risks of using your own aging cells (00:27)

Is umbilical cord stem cell therapy safe? (05:34)

Livyon incident and contamination (07:38)

Dangers of cell expansion (09:58)

Role of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) (12:25)

Injection areas during stem cell therapy matter (14:23)

Cold and flu as side effects (18:06)

Can stem cell therapy cause a rash? (21:52)

Fatigue or vasovagal reactions (24:19)

Additional Resources:

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

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Are you tired of popping pills with zero results? Thinking about natural supplements but don’t know where to start? Today’s guest takes the guesswork out of it.

Lucas Aoun, an Australian naturopath, biohacker, and founder of Boost Your Energy and INB4 Supps, didn’t just wonder which supplements work—he tested over 400 of them on himself.

In this week’s episode, we dive deep into the wild world of biohacking. Lucas shares how he optimized his testosterone naturally (no TRT), replaced alcohol with a dopamine/GABA stack, and found natural solutions for anxiety, depression, and low energy—all backed by science and bloodwork.

We’ll also be talking about:

• Why some supplements may be doing more harm than good
• The amino acid that crushes cravings and boosts dopamine
• The concept of cosmetic neurology (yes, it’s a thing) and how to actually use it
• How icing your testes can (seriously) boost testosterone

… and so much more!

Are you ready?

Let’s dive in!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Lucas Aoun (01:16)

Why megadosing on supplements is risky (02:55)

Boost your brain performance with natural supplements (07:43)

The truth about medicinal mushrooms (17:00)

Beating depression and anxiety naturally (21:39)

Traditional medicine vs. modern clinical standards (32:46)

Hormone optimization natural tips (38:37)

Weight loss and endurance supplements (45:51)

Lucas’s take on methylene blue (53:21)

Final thoughts (56:12)

Additional Resources:

✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/

✨ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

In this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, I sit down with a fellow expert, the amazing Dr. Scott Martin.

Dr. Martin is a pioneer in regenerative medicine who has consulted for multiple biotech companies and advocates for holistic, patient-centered care.

Together, he and I will be discussing the common misconceptions in the industry, including whether birth tissue products truly contain live cells, if some professionals in the field are exploiting patients for profit, and why these problems have gone unaddressed for far too long.

We will also be talking about:

• The ethics behind using birth tissue in stem cell treatments
• The personal attacks I have suffered as a regenerative medicine doctor
• Why the future of regenerative medicine lies in patient outcomes, not product sales

… and a lot more!

Are you ready?

Let’s dive in.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Dr. Scott Martin's background and contributions (02:05)

Challenges in regenerative medicine (03:37)

Regulatory and market challenges (08:11)

Autologous vs. Allogeneic biologics (15:50)

Manipulation of scientific literature (22:05)

Manipulated research methods in autologous biologic studies (37:57)

Ethical discussion: providing all options in biologic treatments. (1:10:08)

Closing remarks (1:26:30)

Additional Resources:

✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Male enhancement treatments have, for a long time, been surrounded by stigma, disinformation, and a lot of shame.

But today, I aim to change this. And to do that, I’ve invited an expert on this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, the amazing Dr. Jack Friedlander

Dr. Friedlander specializes in safe and effective male enhancement procedures, and is the founder of NorCal Liposculpture and co-founder of Upsize, a national network of clinics at the forefront of a growing shift in men’s aesthetic medicine.

In this episode, he and I discuss how male enhancement treatments can not only improve physical appearance but also enhance mental health and sexual performance.

Listen in now and learn:

• How the stigma around these treatments is slowly changing
• How dermal filler and Botox injections can significantly boost a man’s confidence
• Why nonsurgical male enhancement treatments are becoming more and more popular

… and a lot more!

Are you ready?

Tune in now.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

The stigma around male enhancement procedures (05:41)

The benefits of male enhancement procedures (09:32)

How long does male enhancement last? (12:44)

Are mentalities changing? (15:00)

How male enhancement treatments benefit mental health (19:10)

What about penile implants? (24:46)

The risks of non-surgical male enhancement procedures (28:52)

Additional Resources:

✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/

✨ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Dealing with health issues and chronic pain is difficult—it’s even worse when our usual medical systems don’t have an answer to your problems.

If you’ve been struggling with your health and not finding answers (or relief) anywhere, then this is the episode for you.

In it, I sit down with the brilliant Valerie Orsoni, a biohacker, health expert, and content creator.

Valerie has been biohacking since 1998 (way before the word "biohacking" came into existence), initially to overcome serious health issues such as juvenile arthritis, fragile bones, and liver disease.

When Valerie was told by doctors that there was no hope for her, she refused to give up—instead, she turned to biohacking techniques such as supplements, cold therapy, and fasting to heal her body.

Today, Valerie is here to share her journey with us. She and I discuss the importance of a healthy diet, how to use peptides for joint and tissue repair, and the impact of fasting and exercise on our health.

We’ll also be talking about:

• Why biohacking requires faith more than anything
• The amazing powers of omega-3 krill
• How the FODMAP diet helped Valerie overcome digestive problems

… and so much more.

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Valerie’s story (01:22)

Biohacking hacks (12:41)

Biohacking for emphysema? (15:30)

How to enhance your longevity (20:29)

Breaking your fast (24:22)

Should you wear sunglasses? (29:52)

Do you need mouth tape at night? (32:32)

Additional Resources:

✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/

✨ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/

✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Can stem cells reverse genetic diseases? Can they go in and “magically” fix everything?

Genetic diseases are complex conditions embedded in our DNA before birth, ranging from mild to severe. Some manifest early in life, while others appear later.

But what we all know is that disorders like cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, and Huntington’s disease can have profound impacts on individuals and their families.

In this week’s episode, I’ll shed light on this frequently asked question and break down what stem cells can—and cannot—do.

We’ll talk about gene therapy, its pros and cons, the connection between mitochondria and chronic illnesses, the potential of stem cell treatments, and the latest advancements in gene therapy.

Are you ready to uncover the truth?

Tune in now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

What you need to know about genetic diseases (00:45)

Stem cells signal repair, not replace tissues (01:49)

Mitochondria and chronic illness connection (06:40)

Umbilical cord-derived stem cell treatment (08:01)

Managing expectations for stem cell therapy (09:12)

Additional Resources:

✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/

✨ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Do you ever feel fatigued, foggy-headed, and like you’re constantly running on an empty tank? Well, I might have the solution to all your problems—methylene blue.

Methylene blue is making a powerful comeback as a multifaceted health enhancer, primarily by boosting mitochondrial function, aiding detoxification, and improving brain and body performance.

Even better, it can help you lose weight, improve your cognitive abilities, and even your athletic performance.

But don’t take it from me—instead, I want you to listen to the experts I invited to this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, Dr. Steve Warren and Dan Schmidt.

Dr. Warren is a medical advisor with a background in psychiatry and integrative medicine, focused on mitochondrial optimization and clinical applications of methylene blue. Dan is the co-founder of Best 365 Labs, a health and wellness company specializing in pharmaceutical-grade methylene blue products.

Together, the three of us will be discussing the amazing benefits of methylene blue, how methylene blue works to optimize health functions, how combining methylene blue with other ingredients can lead to better detoxification, and so much more.

Are you ready?

Let’s dive in.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Dan and Dr. Steve (00:40)

Methylene blue for mitochondrial function (05:53)

The antimicrobial effects of methylene blue (14:13)

Methylene blue for Lyme disease (24:35)

Let’s talk about some methylene blue products (37:53)

How to preserve your cognition (43:41)

Want to lose weight? (52:28)

Discussing dosing (01:03:08)

Additional Resources:

✨ Use coupon code DRJOY to get 10% off your purchase of methylene blue products: https://www.best365labs.com/

✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/

✨ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/

✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.

Are you dealing with chronic pain and tired of not finding any relief from the usual solutions? Then this is the episode for you.

In it, I discuss an amazing non-invasive, drug-free solution to chronic pain: AVACEN.

AVACEN stands for Advanced Vascular Circulation Enhancement, and it provides a drug-free, noninvasive, over-the-counter pain relief and enhances one's overall health.

It’s an FDA Cleared Class II medical device and it’s indicated for minor muscle pain, joint pain and stiffness, joint pain associated with arthritis, muscle spasms, minor strains and sprains, muscle relaxation, and temporary increase of local circulation.

And to discuss all of this in more detail, I’ve invited the co-founder of AVACEN, the brilliant Danielle Forsgren, to this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast.

Together, she and I will be discussing how AVACEN works, its impact on several health conditions such as chronic migraines, fibromyalgia, and Raynaud's disease, how athletes can use it for better recovery, and so much more.

Ready to experience the benefits of AVACEN?

Then run, don’t walk, and listen to this episode now!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Danielle (00:50)

What is AVACEN? (02:26)

How AVACEN was invented (09:57)

The science behind AVACEN (18:50)

How athletes are using AVACEN (30:09)

AVACEN for Raynaud’s disease (34:31)

The importance of microcirculation (40:34)

Could AVACEN help with other diseases? (44:33)

Additional Resources:

✨ Use coupon code DRJOY to get 10% off your purchase of AVACEN products: https://shop.avacen.com/drjoykong

✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/

✨ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/

✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/

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Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.