What if the real version of anti-aging has less to do with how you look and more to do with how you live, lead, and show up every day?

In this episode of The Healthy Hustle, Maribeth and Mandy sit down with Dr. Hugo Palafox, VP of Global Scientific Affairs at Immunotech, to talk about what actually fuels long-term performance from the inside out. They move past quick fixes and surface-level wellness and get into the habits that support energy, clarity, and longevity in real life.

Dr. Hugo breaks down the foundations of cellular health, why muscle, sleep, stress, and hydration matter more than most people realize, and how strategic supplementation can support a busy, high-demand lifestyle. Together, they explore how the way you care for your body directly impacts your leadership, your focus, and your ability to keep building what matters most.

If you’ve ever felt torn between chasing big goals and taking care of yourself along the way, this conversation is a reminder that your health is not a side project. It is the foundation that makes everything else possible.

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IMMUNOTEC: Life isn’t perfectly balanced. It’s layered. Work, family, health, responsibilities — all moving at once. And keeping up with that requires real support, not just good intentions.

Immunotec has spent over 40 years advancing immune health through patented science that supports your body’s natural production of glutathione, a key antioxidant for energy, recovery and overall cellular function. For people showing up in a lot of roles — leaders, parents, creatives and everything in between — it’s support that works in the background while you stay focused on what matters.

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About Dr. Hugo Palafox:

Dr. Hugo Palafox is a distinguished expert in food science and nutrition, holding both a Master of Science and a Doctorate from prestigious institutions across Mexico, Spain, and the USA. With over 15 years of dedicated experience, Dr. Palafox has delved into various research domains encompassing antioxidants, plant-based foods, functional foods, human nutrition, biotechnology, and dietary supplements. His expertise extends beyond research, as he has lent his insights to the realm of food product manufacturing through consultancy roles.

Throughout his career, Dr. Palafox has been actively engaged in collaborative research endeavors with national and international institutions, including notable affiliations with Almeria and Tufts University. His versatile skill set includes academic administration, teaching, and human resource training. Dr. Palafox's contributions to the scientific community are manifold, evident through his roles as a reviewer for esteemed international scientific journals and his extensive portfolio of original publications in international journals and book chapters.

Notably, Dr. Palafox's influence transcends academia, as he has served as an esteemed speaker at various national and international governmental, scientific, and business forums. His contributions have garnered widespread recognition from the scientific community, further solidifying his standing as a thought leader in the field. Dr. Palafox has also assumed administrative roles within trade associations and diverse companies operating within the realms of food, dietary supplements, and agriculture.

Presently, Dr. Palafox serves as the Coordinator of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs for ALANUR (Latin American Alliance for Responsible Nutrition). Additionally, he has ventured into entrepreneurship as the General Manager and Founder of Back to Simple LLC, a consulting agency specializing in food science and cellular nutrition.

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