Modrn Wellness
Dr. Mary Pardee specializes in preventative medicine and longevity in Los Angeles, California. She has a bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition and has worked in Exercise Physiology and performance research for the U.S government. She holds her Doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University. Dr. Mary is the founder of ”Modrn Med” a medical practice that provides medical and health services to patients via in-person consults as well as telemedicine. Her primary focus is on closing the healthspan-lifespan gap, extending lifespan (how long you live); while enhancing healthspan (how well you live). Join Dr. Mary and her team of dedicated doctors as they discuss ”modrn” wellness solutions to chronic gut issues. Follow us on Instagram @modrnmed @dr.marypardee website: modrnmed.com
Episodes

Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
Dr. Jim Min, a renowned expert in cardiovascular health and the founder of Cleerly, joins Dr. Mary to share insights into atherosclerosis prevention, LDL-cholesterol's role, and the use of AI heart imaging for early detection and preventing heart disease.
In this discussion, Dr. Min and Dr. Mary discuss the proactive approaches needed to combat heart disease and how understanding and managing cholesterol can prevent cardiovascular issues before they manifest. His work with Cleerly, an advanced AI-powered tool, transforms how cardiologists assess and treat heart disease.
Here’s an overview of what you can expect in the video:
Why understanding LDL-cholesterol matters
What are the different heart imaging options? Calcium score vs CCTA with Cleerly
Why cardiology is at a crossroads
Atherosclerosis: A silent killer
Prevention of heart disease
The future of cardiovascular health
Practical advice for heart health
More

Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Dr. Mary Pardee is joined by Dr. Daniel Promislow, a leading figure in aging research and the principal investigator and co-director of the Dog Aging Project, a groundbreaking study that examines the aging processes in pet dogs across the United States.
Here’s what you can expect from this conversation:
Why study dogs?
Disease similarities and differences between humans and dogs
Longevity research highlights
Biomarkers of aging
Rapamycin- exciting developments for longevity research
How to enroll your dog in the Dog Aging Project
More
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Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Dr. Mary Pardee is joined by Claire Hall, the research lead at Mindset Health where they create innovative mobile behavioral health alternatives to drug therapies. In this episode, Claire explains how this Gut Directed Hypnotherapy, a therapeutic approach works and its real-life impact.
Here’s an overview of what you can expect in the video:
What is IBS?
Symptoms & presentation
How gut-directed hypnotherapy works
Why hypnotherapy is effective for IBS
The importance of normalizing gut sensations
Addressing hypervigilance and symptom management
Real-life testimonials and success stories
More
Nerva was also kind enough to extend all of our readers a 25% off discount for a subscription to the gut-directed hypnotherapy app: https://www.modrnmed.com/post/gut-directed-hypnotherapy-with-claire-hall-from-mindset-health

Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Dr. Mary Pardee and Dr. Sarah Williams discuss the gut-brain interaction and how it relates to Irritable Bowel Syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).
Here's an overview of what you can expect in this episode:
Understanding IBS-D
Diagnosis and prevalence
What are things that are NOT common in IBS
Exploring potential causes
Post infectious IBS-D
Mechanisms and testing
Treatment strategies
More
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Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Dr. Mary Pardee and Dr. Sarah Williams discuss PMS and the natural treatments for symptoms.
Here's an overview of what you can expect in the video:
The cycle: a month of hormonal changes
Understanding PMS and its symptoms
Causes of PMS
Neurotransmitter imbalances
Testing and monitoring hormone levels
More
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Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Bloating is the #1 condition we treat at modrn med. In this video, Dr. Mary Pardee and Dr. Sarah Williams explore integrative treatment options for bloating.
Here's an overview of what you can expect in the video:
What is bloating?
The difference between bloating vs. edema/ water retention
Is some degree of bloating normal?
Causes of bloating
Lab testing and workup
Treatment strategies
More
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Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
In this interview, Dr. Mary sits down with Dr. Natalie Scheeler to discuss gut health and more specifically- inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Dr. Scheeler gives a comprehensive overview of IBD. IBD is a group of chronic inflammatory conditions that includes Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis.
While conventional treatments can be effective, some patients rely on a combination of conventional treatments + and integrative approach to medicine. Dr. Scheeler has had advanced training in the treatment of IBD and shares her clinical knowledge in this interview, which will be the first of many.Dr. Scheeler covers many facets of IBD in this interview including:
Causes of IBD
Difference between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and IBD
Protective and risk factors for IBD
Scoring of disease severity
Stages of treatment that Dr. Scheeler uses with her patients with IBD
Conventional treatment options
How nutrition may affect IBD
Integrative treatment options for IBD- herbs, fecal transplants
More
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Wednesday May 22, 2024
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Dr. Mary Pardee and Dr. Natalie Scheeler explore all things gluten and celiac disease. Dr. Scheeler questions the growing popularity of gluten-free diets. She emphasizes that it's essential to separate fact from fiction and for this reason, in individuals without celiac disease or a wheat allergy, avoiding gluten may do more harm than good...
Here's an overview of what you can expect in the video:
Celiac Disease: when gluten IS the problem
Role of genetics in celiac disease
Symptoms and diagnosis of celiac disease
Wheat allergy
Non-celiac
Gluten sensitivity
Fructan intolerance
Myths: are gluten free diets really healthier? (This may surprise you)
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Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
Do you ever find yourself wondering what's normal when it comes to your period or menstrual cycle? We get these questions every day at modrn med. And we've got the answers you've been searching for.
In this video, you'll join Dr. Williams and Dr. Mary as they break down what you need to know about menstrual irregularities, including:
Understanding the menstrual cycle and what's considered normal
Identifying what is considered heavy bleeding
Common menstrual irregularities like painful periods, missing or skipped periods and endometriosis
Factors influencing menstrual irregularities like stress and more
Diagnostic tests for female hormonal evaluation
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Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
Dr. Mary Pardee and Dr. Sarah Williams explore testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men. In this video, we get into the concept of testosterone, lab ranges, signs of low testosterone and more.
Here's an overview of what you can expect in the video:
What is testosterone and why is it important?
The prevalence and causes of low testosterone
Symptoms of low testosterone (more than just low libido)
Age-related decline and its ramifications
TRT's impact on fertility
Weighing the benefits and risks of testosterone replacement therapy
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