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Episode 179 - The Truth About Stem Cells, Recovery, and Anti-Aging That Most Men Never Hear About

Episode 179 - The Truth About Stem Cells, Recovery, and Anti-Aging That Most Men Never Hear About

Author: Funk Roberts August 2, 2025 Duration: 1:13:02
The Over 40 Alpha Podcast
HealthHealth & FitnessFitness

No pill, surgery, or supplement can do what regenerative stem cells are doing for recovery, inflammation, and aging right now.

I brought on Dr. Joy Kong, one of the most respected experts in stem cell therapy, a triple board-certified anti-aging doctor, and founder of Chara Health, to have this conversation every man over 40 needs to hear. She’s training doctors worldwide and has been named Stem Cell Doctor of the Year.

We talked about what stem cells are, why your body stops healing the way it used to, and what options we now have to regain energy, brain sharpness, libido, and joint strength without drugs or invasive procedures.

This might be the episode that gives you your edge back.

Enjoy the episode.



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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

06:10 - What are stem cells?

10:17 - Why stem cells are crucial as you get older

14:24 - Connection between stem cells and your immune system

17:24 - Can you naturally increase your own stem cells?

20:59 - Can stem cells help with cancer?

23:22 - Why you need to pay attention to stem cells

29:11 - Why most doctors are way behind on stem cell therapy

33:36 - Best sources of stem cells (and which ones to avoid)

45:43 - What it’s like to get stem cell therapy

52:36 - How long results last and how often you should go

56:07 - The most common reasons older men get stem cell therapy

58:03 - How much does stem cell therapy actually cost?

1:01:50 - Dr. Joy’s CharaOmni skincare innovation


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Connect with Dr. Joy Kong:

- Website: https://www.charahealth.com/ 

- Website: https://joykongmd.com   

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/ 

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joykongmd 


Connect with Funk Roberts:

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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/funkrobertsfitness 

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funkrobertsfitness 

- Funk’s Book: www.over40meals.com


Hosted by fitness coach Funk Roberts, The Over 40 Alpha Podcast is a direct conversation about reclaiming and maintaining vitality in middle age and the decades that follow. This isn't about fleeting trends or unrealistic body standards; it's a grounded, practical resource built on the understanding that a man's physical needs evolve. The dialogue here focuses on sustainable health-how training, nutrition, and recovery must intelligently adapt to support a demanding life. You'll hear detailed discussions on structuring workouts that protect joints while building strength, navigating the complexities of hormones like testosterone, and applying nutritional strategies for sustained energy rather than quick fixes. Beyond the gym, the podcast delves into the crucial mental frameworks required for long-term discipline, weaving in life lessons that connect physical resilience to overall personal fortitude. It’s a comprehensive guide for any man in his forties, fifties, or sixties who believes his best physical shape is still ahead of him, offering actionable advice to make that belief a reality. Tune in for a no-nonsense approach to building a resilient, healthier life on your own terms.
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