ABOUT THIS EPISODE
What if supporting your immune system means more than simply "boosting" it?
In this episode of the Human Optimization Podcast, Lisa Pitel-Killah welcomes Dr. Jocelyn Strand, naturopathic doctor and Vice President of Clinical Education and Research at BWH Labs, to explore trained immunity—the emerging science of how the innate immune system can develop memory-like responses to previous encounters.
Drawing on more than 20 years in integrative and functional medicine, Dr. Strand discusses the relationship between the microbiome and immune function, the immune system's everyday role in tissue repair and recovery, and why immune coordination deserves more attention than boosting alone.
Together, Lisa and Dr. Strand explore the differences between innate and adaptive immunity and the discoveries that challenged long-held assumptions about immune memory.
Whether you're a practitioner or simply curious about your health, this conversation offers an accessible introduction to trained immunity and a broader perspective on immune resilience.
