How can we stabilize our blood sugar and reduce inflammation in the body? Dr. Peter Kan is interviewing Dr. Jockers in this episode Of Functional Nutrition which is all about the Key Strategies to Stabilize Blood Sugar and Reduce Inflammation.    Dr. Kan is a brilliant chiropractic neurologist and certified functional medicine practitioner — and host of the Auto Immunity Summit he’s invited our favorite Functional Nutritionist to speak at. And so today’s advice all comes with keeping the...

Did you know that magnesium deficiency is one of the most common deficiencies in our society today? Dr. Jockers is addressing the vital role that it plays in maintaining our cellular health, as well as the benefits it has for detox as well as our brain function in today's super important – and highly informative – episode.   To help us unpack this subject, Dr. Jockers has enlisted the services of Dr. Carolyn Dean – naturopath, medical doctor, and bestselling author of 'The Magnesium...

What are the top anti-inflammatory foods that you should be eating? Unless you happen to have an allergy to one of these foods, Dr. Jockers is recommending these as his Top 10 foods for robust and resilient health!   What is astaxanthin? What are examples of hydrating fruits? What is butyrate and why is it so good for you? Dr. Jockers is answering these questions and giving us a special home-cooked meal of nutritional information that can set you on your way to better health!   Blood...

What is nitric oxide and how important is its production in order for us to stay healthy? Very important, as it turns out. Here today to share on the critical role that nitric oxide plays in our cardio, brain, and hormonal health is Beth Shirley.   Beth Shirley is a registered pharmacist, certified clinical nutritionist and one of the premier thought leaders on the importance of nitric oxide production in the body. Learn why mouthwash may be a bad idea for your mouth microbiome and the...

How do you build muscle for longevity? Welcome to the New Year and new health goals! Dr. Jockers is coming in strong with a powerful episode on what it takes to build muscle the right way.   Did you know that the overall muscle mass that you have is inversely correlated with the morbidity and mortality rate that you'll have? So the more muscle you have, the less chance that you will develop a chronic disease.   Lean body mass is super important! Whether you're young or old and looking to...

What is the best fat-burning plan to try out if you're looking for healthy weight loss? What is the protocol for getting mold out of the sinuses? What are the key nutrient deficiencies associated with the immune system?   So many good questions! You guessed it... coming in hot on the heels of our 400th episode comes Dr. Jockers' first Q&A of the year!   Learn about the key nutrients that you may be deficient in if you are struggling to get pregnant. And how to deal with an upper...

Are you feeling uninspired when it comes to healthy breakfast ideas? Look no further than today's episode of Functional Nutrition episode which will truly get you to 'rise and shine' with blood sugar improvement and fat-burning breakfast ideas!   Dr. Jockers is reminding us that breakfast (break the fast) can be done at any time that's right for your body. And that the days of ultra-processed cereals and sugary juices are a thing of the past!    Learn the difference between High Glycemic...

What are the root causes of acne? And why is the gut-brain-skin connection so important? Today's episode covers the best strategies you can take to have healthy, glowing skin.    To provide insight into this important topic is Maria Marlowe, a certified nutritionist specializing in acne and the founder of Kuma, a skincare company that is on a mission to revolutionize how we think about skincare from outside only to inside out.    In this episode, Maria and Dr. Jockers debunk some...

How can you get into intermittent fasting as a strategy to deal with inflammation in your body? Dr. Jockers is being interviewed by his friend Dr. Eric Osansky today in another fascinating deep dive into how we can use fasting to reset our gut microbiome.    Dr. Eric Osansky is the author of 'Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' as well as a podcast called 'Save My Thyroid' that you guys should definitely check out.    In this episode he also asks me a lot about Dr....

How do you reduce inflammation in your body and help it heal better? Today’s episode covers everything you need to know about blood sugar, diabetes, pre-diabetes, and chronic inflammation.    To unpack these important topics is Dr. Brian Mowll,  the founder and medical director of SweetLife® Diabetes Health Centers who serves clients worldwide as The Diabetes Coach™. Dr. Mowll helps people with all forms of diabetes properly manage their complex health conditions.    What is blood sugar?...

Are these new weight loss drugs that are on the market (and seem to be taking the world by storm) all that good for you?    A lot of celebrities and social media influencers are sharing their amazing results after taking weight loos drugs (like Ozempic). This got Dr. Jockers intrigued to learn more. And he's here today to share his findings!   How do these miracle weight loss drugs actually work? Dr. Jockers goes into the physiology as well as the side effects. Learn about how semaglutide...

How do pesticides and herbicides impact our gut health? Here to discuss leaky gut and inflammation is a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, Dr. Isaac Eliaz.   Dr. Isaac Eliaz is not only an integrative medical doctor, he's also a licensed acupuncturist, researcher, product formulator, and expert on detoxification.    Have you heard about Galectin-3, the 'survival protein' that increases bacterial imbalances and drives up other inflammatory proteins in the body?   Dr. Eliaz...

Before Dr. Jockers got into natural health, he used to think that these 5 foods were healthy and he used to eat a lot of them. In fact, they contained a lot of hidden processed sugars, chemicals, and seed oils that drive up inflammation!   Learn about how much sugar there is in a smoothie and why it's so harmful for your body to consume so much processed sugar. Why is organic Greek yogurt Dr. Jockers's preferred yogurt and why should you read the labels on your favorite protein bar before...

We know that autoimmune diseases are skyrocketing (things like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, to name just two)! And so today's guest is thought leader Dr. Tiffany Caplan – here to talk about food sensitivities, leaky gut, and how they are related to the increase we're witnessing in autoimmune diseases.    Dr. Tiffany Caplan is a certified functional medicine practitioner who has experienced firsthand how lifestyle medicine can save a person's life. She is the best-selling author of 'The...

Jane Hogan from the 'Wellness By Design' podcast is interviewing Dr. Jockers today and he's sharing with us his Advanced Nutrition Strategies to Reduce Inflammation and Pain.    Autophagy, fasting, and balancing neurotransmitters in the brain are all covered by our favorite Functional Nutrionist!   Learn Dr. Jockers's journey of becoming 'grain free' at a time when it was a totally new concept, and how Dr. Jockers started intermittent fasting before he knew it's name.    There are...

Are you dealing with anxiety? Or perhaps you know a family member who is struggling with it? Anxiety is certainly on the rise in our society and today Dr. Jockers has sought the guidance of a firm show favorite, Trudy Scott, to shed some light on the role that amino acids can play in alleviating symptoms of anxiety as well as addiction.    Trudy Scott is author of ‘The Anti-Anxiety Food Solution’ and a verified 'food mood' expert. If you have the chance, do yourself a favor and go back and...

What are the healing benefits of olive oil? And how do we know that we are getting the good stuff for our bodies? If you're in the market for olive oil, you want it to be extra virgin olive oil for starters. It's not called nature's Ibuprofen for nothing!   You want it to come in a dark glass bottle ideally and you want to pay close attention to the harvesting date on the bottle. Should you go for green or black olives - which are better for you?   There's a ton of great info to consider...

What are the benefits of apple cider vinegar? And what if we're histamine intolerant and sensitive to apple cider vinegar, are there alternatives? Learn about the Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) to learn more about the histamine load of the foods you eat in this impactful Q&A session where Dr. Jockers answers your health-related questions.   The amazing naturopath Dr. Ivonne Boujaoude joins Dr. Jockers to help guide you to success as you navigate your health journey....

How do we get rid of loose, saggy skin? This is one of the most common questions that Dr. Jockers is faced with and today he's here to help us out! From losing those love handles to dealing with a flabby belly, Dr. Jockers has got you covered.   In this episode, he unpacks some of the root causes for loose, saggy skin - from poor nutrition to high oxidative stress that causes inflammation. Are high-stress hormones causing your skin to sag? Let's find out.    There's also great information...

What is Carbon60? And what impact does this molecule have on our brain, skin, and eye health? To fill us in on how we can use C60 to improve our longevity, kill zombie cells, and boost our mitochondria, we have Ken Swartz in conversation with Dr. Jockers today!   Ken is the Founder and Chief Scientist at C60 Purple Power (a health and wellness company), and he's a fountain of knowledge in the wellness world. The powerful, free radical-neutralizing properties of Carbon 60 are discussed, and...

What should you eat before you fast? The foods you eat impact your satiety and blood sugar levels, making it either much easier to fast (or harder) – depending on what you eat beforehand.    Whether you are doing a short intermittent fast, or even something longer (anywhere from 2 to 5 days), there are some key principles that Dr. Jocker advises on to make your fasting experience as positive as possible.   Learn about how much proteing you should eat, what fiber is good for you, as well...

How can we use intermittent fasting as well as exercise and nutrition strategies to optimize our brain health and prevent dementia and Alzheimer's Disease?    To help answer that question, Dr. Jockers has sought the help of Dr. Heather Sandison, a renowned naturopathic doctor who has dedicated her career to helping those suffering from dementia.   Keeping your brain sharp at any age is possible. Dr. Sandison is here to shatter those (and other) misconceptions we might have about our brain...

A holiday like Thanksgiving should be a refreshing experience. But often we wake up the day after feeling sick or tired, and often it's because we didn't eat well on that particular day.    Thanksgiving Day is a special occasion for Dr. Jockers and his family and over the years he's learned how to balance his healthy eating with getting into the holiday spirit.    Today he's sharing the Ten Key Strategies that he employs to make Thanksgiving a real pleasure from a health and wellness...

What's going on in your mouth? Today we're talking oral health! How do you measure your dental and oral microbiome? When there is unwanted bacteria in your mouth it can drive up inflammation in your body, increasing the risk of chronic disease.   To help us unpack this important topic, Dr. Jockers has invited Danny Grannick, CEO of Bristle Health, a company that has developed the world's first microbiome test to give you insights into your oral health. This is a personalized and...

Are eggs healthy? Some people believe that eating eggs increases your risk of having a cardiac event due to the saturated fat and cholesterol levels.   Dr. Jockers is giving us a few great reasons why we should eat eggs, especially within the context of an overall healthy diet. Bringing his usual medical experience and combining that with some of the latest research, Dr. Jockers is teaching us a lesson on why we should be eating good, pasture-raised eating eggs.    Learn about lipid...