Irsfeld Pharmacy: The Optimal You Podcast

What does it really mean to achieve optimal health? On The Optimal You Podcast, pharmacist Steve Irsfeld breaks down complex health topics into clear, practical conversations you can actually use. Each week, you’ll hear expert insights on functional medicine, compounding, nutrition, supplements, and personalized care—plus real patient success stories and interviews with thought leaders.
Whether you’re a healthcare provider exploring new treatment options or a patient looking for solutions standard medicine hasn’t provided, this podcast offers a fresh perspective on wellness, prevention, and recovery. From low-dose naltrexone (LDN) and hormone therapy to stress management and immune support, discover how to take charge of your health journey.
Episodes
Episodes



Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Episode 013: Long Term Opioid Use Discontinued with LDN”
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Join host Pharmacist Steve Irfeld and guest Sabrina Leier, NDSU Pharmacy student, as they talk about long term use of opioids and how LDN(Low Dose Naltrexone) can help discontinue its use. Sabrina spent time with Steve and his staff at Irfeld Pharmacy and briefly shares her experience as she wraps up her degree in Pharmaceuticals.



Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Episode 012: Functional Medicine
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Thursday Nov 10, 2022
Join host Pharmacist Steve Irsfeld and guest, FNP-C, Trevor Hausauer, as they talk about Functional Medicine. Trevor Hausauer runs his clinic Valley Vital Medicine in Fargo ND where he practices functional medicine. Listen in as Trevor talks about how he got started on his functional medicine journey, some of the procedures he offers at his clinic and hear about his time he spent in the military. We are excited to share this episode with you on Veteran's day to celebrate Veteran Trevor Hausauer and all other Veteran's who have proudly served our country. Thank you for your service.



Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
BONUS EPISODE: 001 - Fast Lane with Sara Jayne Podcast!
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Listen in as our very own host, Pharmacist Steve Irsfeld, joins Sara Jayne as her guest on her podcast FAST LANE.



Friday Oct 14, 2022
Episode 011: The History of Irsfeld Pharmacy
Friday Oct 14, 2022
Friday Oct 14, 2022
Join host Pharmacist Steve Irsfeld and his dad/guest Jim Irsfeld as they talk about how Irsfeld Pharmacy came to be. The pharmacy is celebrating 40 years in business so what better way to celebrate than with the man who started it all!



Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Episode 010: Low Dose Naltrexone ’LDN’ Uses and Benefits
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Join host Pharmacist Steve Irsfeld and guest Dr. Sebastian Denison as they talk about Low Does Naltrexone. LDN is a very passionate topic for these two and it definitely shows while they dive into all of the uses and benefits of LDN!



Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Episode 009: The Little Buddy Foundation
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Join host Pharmacist Steve Irsfeld and this week's guest, Coach Greg Pruitt, as they talk about The Little Buddy Foundation. The Little Buddy Foundation, founded by Greg Pruitt, is doing amazing things in the U.S. by donating prosthetics for children in need. Although it started in North Dakota, this amazing program donates prosthetics to children around the U.S!



Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Episode 008: Nutridyn’s Commitment to their Consumer’s
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Join Pharmacist Steve Irsfeld and guest Josh Kauder, VP and Chief Strategy Officer for Nutridyn, as they talk about the benefits of Nutridyn's products and their commitment to their consumers throughout the years.



Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Episode 007: Achieving the Optimal You Through Sports Medicine
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Join host Pharmacist Steve Irsfeld and guest Dr. Scott Bergman as they explore sports medicine and the different ways to achieve the “Optimal You”. Dr. Scott Bergman discusses his knowledge of sports medicine and how to set you apart from the competition.



