Gut Check Radio

Welcome back to the latest installment of “Doctors Vic & Nick”! Today we sit down to talk about how, no matter how good our day-to-day habits may be, some of our least favorite symptoms can sometimes still find their way back into our lives. Dr. Vic and I touch on what each of us can be doing on a regular basis in order to try and prevent these symptoms from reoccurring, as well as what traits...

Introducing a new type of podcast! In addition to our regular Friday episodes, we are excited to introduce Tuesday episodes of Gut Check Radio, which will include short, digestible discussions on hot topics that I get asked a lot of questions about. On our first ever Tuesday episode, I share a tale of two patients of mine, each of whom came to me struggling with IBS, eagerly hoping to find new way...

On today’s episode, we get deep into the weeds on seasonal allergies, and what actions we can take to help support our health when pollen is in the air. Before we get into how to combat these seasonal symptoms, we first take a look into where our allergies actually come from, and how our underlying health status may play a role in the severity of our suffering. As we look into different lifestyle...

Having deep conversations about spirituality and religious beliefs may sometimes feel a little uncomfortable, but digging down deep and addressing this part of life actually plays a critical role in supporting our holistic health. In this week’s episode I sit down with two of my best friends from grad school, Luke and Levi, each of whom are now practicing Chiropractors, soon-to-be groomsmen in my...

Healing your gut after taking antibiotics is as simple as digging moats and planting gardens! (If that doesn’t make sense to you yet, keep listening). On today’s episode of Gut Check Radio, I address a polarizing topic in the health and wellness world: the use of antibiotics. In many cases, antibiotics can be an invaluable tool in promoting recovery from illness or infection. However, these benefi...

We hear so many people today talking about “optimizing” their health, but is this really the approach you should be taking? Is it possible that you could benefit more from simply trying to improve or just maintain your health instead? On this episode of the podcast, Dr. Victor Elmur, DC returns for another installment of Dr.s Vic & Nic. Together Dr. Vic and I dive into the differences between...

“I remember in the beginning thinking I understood the menstrual cycle…but it was nothing compared to what I believe that I needed to treat for fertility” In this episode of Gut Check Radio, I sit down with Dr. Samantha Briguglio, ND, a renowned fertility and hormonal health expert. Dr. Briguglio shares her inspiring journey, shaped by a childhood illness, and reveals some of the major health aspe...

Do you know how some things make you want to pull your hair out? Well, there’s a test for that!  On today’s episode of GCR, we’ll unravel the mysteries behind hair mineral analysis testing and its potential pros and cons in diagnosing thyroid issues. From discussing strategies to assess potential causes of dysfunction to exploring what your hair can reveal about toxins in your body, we've got...

“Some of us are teachers, and others are doers… I’m a doer.”   Frank shares his journey and the valuable lessons he learned while working with an immigrant mentality. Growing up, Frank had to earn everything that came his way, instilling in him a strong work ethic from a young age. As he delves into his years of effort and consistency, listeners discover how Frank's unwavering dedication paid...

The candida testing controversy: debunking myths and exploring alternatives for better gut health. In this episode, we challenge the common belief that candida testing is a necessary and foolproof method for uncovering the root cause of your gut symptoms. Through deep dives into the scientific literature, we explore the limitations and potential drawbacks of candida testing, including its question...

If you want to heal, ask yourself, “Who do I need to be” instead of “What do I need to do.” Oftentimes, the actual root causes of disease are related to our subconscious beliefs and stored traumas. Functional Medicine has done a great job identifying dysfunction within the gut, HPA axis, and environmental toxins, but if you don’t heal your subconscious, you’re blindly throwing darts.  Our guest to...

Be careful what you wish for because you just might get it. That’s precisely how it felt to receive a $100,000 full-ride scholarship in graduate school. This would be the event that caused my health to spiral out of control, to foster the development of IBS and Hashimoto’s. But it was those exact events that I needed to experience and appreciate healing.  Timestamps What lead Dr. Nick into Functio...

Are stool and food sensitivity tests the answer to your gut health woes?  In this episode, we sit down with Roslyn, a registered holistic nutritionist, as she shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to pursue her passion for gut health. Roslyn opens up about living in a "comfort zone of discomfort" for 12 years and how she finally found the courage to make a change. We also...

If you know the causes, you can know what tools to employ to address those causes. IBS has many causes, and broadly speaking, that can fall into one of three categories: Emotional, Physical, and Chemical Stressors. Once you know where your stressors lay, you can develop a strategy using emotional, physical, and chemical tools to support them. We discuss childhood trauma, food poisoning, antibiotic...

Are you ready to discover the shocking truth about one of the most misunderstood substances in the human body? In this episode, we dive deep into why we should care about cholesterol and its link to heart disease. From the history of the connection between cholesterol, saturated fat, and heart disease to the question of whether saturated fat, by itself, is concerning, we cover it all. We also expl...

Timestamps Stretching & strengthening vs. breathing & stabilizing (0:55) . You can only go minutes without breathing (4:23) . The benefits of stretching come from breathing (7:53) . Defining “Stability” (17:45) . Does a bicep curl train stability? (22:45) . Dr. Vic’s push-up experiment (28:53) Show Resources You can find Dr. Victor Elmur, DC, on Instagram and Connected Chiro Website .  Pos...

Timestamps What leads a Physical Therapist into Functional Medicine (3:00) “Healthcare providers are the most UNHEALTHY” (11:30) Knowledge is not saying everything; it’s saying what people are ready for (17:30) Parenting as a health nut (23:30) Is the “80/20” principle good enough for your health? (31:30) Continuous Glucose Monitors and Sleep Tracker vs. standard lab tests (43:00) The two health p...

Timestamps #1 - Getting to the Root Cause (7:00) . . #2 - Do they empower you to take care of yourself for life? (11:45) . . #3 - Someone who is open to new ideas/ways of thinking and will field your ideas (18:00) Resources You can find Dr. Victor Elmur, DC, on Instagram and Connected Chiro Website . If you’re looking for a Root Cause provider in your area, check out the ADAPT Functional Medicine...

Timestamps Food sensitivities vs. food allergies (1:15) . . Are food sensitivity tests worth it? (5:00) . . Foods that come back “positive” might be a good thing (13:00) . . The role our gut bugs play in food sensitivities  (19:30) . . Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth - SIBO  (24:30) . . Non-celiac gluten sensitivity (26:00) . . Limbic system imbalance (28:00) . . MCAS - Mast Cell A...

Timestamps Matt’s six-month rule for getting tattoos (2:15) . . Expectations vs. reality three years into practice (5:30) . . Learning to live and navigate risk in the woods (9:30) . . Helping someone heal is no different than living in the woods (15:45) . . Why his DWI was his most teachable experience (20:45) . . Helping people build trust in themselves (30:30) . . Let your kid sees you fall (42...

Throw the word balance out the window. There is no bigger a “gut check moment” than when Hailey asked me if I wanted to move across the country with her to start a practice together. Did I mention we’d been together just 3 months? This episode delves into the inspiration behind our business and the challenges of working together as a couple. We discuss our passions and how they formed a shared vis...

The most disciplined human I’ve ever met. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Sam Wetherell, DC,  who shares his journey from a science-heavy to a philosophy-heavy way of thinking. Sam reflects on his time in graduate school, where he adopted an extreme discipline approach, which he now has different thoughts on. Sam shares his belief that "Everyone’s destined to thrive" and delves into forgiv...

Have you ever noticed a connection between stress, gut health, and sleep? In this episode, we dive into the topic of stress and resilience and explore how stress can impact individuals with IBS. Discover why people with IBS often have less resilience and the impact that IBS can have on sleep and vice versa. We'll also cover the importance of increasing Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for gut health a...

Dr. Tony Katakis, DC, always loved the thrill of working with people who genuinely cared about their health and wellness. However, becoming a health and fitness professional took more work. After being told he would never play football again due to a hip injury, Tony was devastated. But instead of accepting this fate, he decided to take control of his health and fully embrace himself in functional...

The gut microbiome is a giant black box. People are constantly bombarding you with messages and products telling you to “take this for your microbiome,” “eat this food to increase your microbial diversity,” or my favorite, “This ONE HACK will optimize your microbiome.” Most of that is just a giant hype train. I have a list of seven questions/things I think about when determining how “healthy” - or...