The Doctor Is In Podcast

In this podcast we answer listener questions from our latest webinar. The first question we discuss is about canola oil and other vegetable oils. Vegetable oils are high in omega-6 and the average person eats 17 times more omega-6 compared to omega-3 in a day, which is terrible for your health. This has lead to significant inflammation and many modern diseases. We talk about research showing amazi...

In this episode we talk about the amazing, immediate benefits cutting out sugar has on five organs. We talk about the effect of cutting out sugar has on your: Liver Eyes Joints Gut  Brain Many of the benefits we talk about are independent of weight loss. Even if you don't lose any weight from cutting out sugar, you'll still benefit metabolically.

Heart disease is still the #1 killer in North America even though millions of people take cholesterol lowering drugs. In this podcast we talk about the BEST predictor of heart disease and heart attacks... Hyperinsulinemia. We also talk about... How you become insulin resistant The three insulin roadblocks How to overcome insulin resistance 

After one of our webinars, someone asked us about fatty liver, specifically if it can be reversed. In this podcast we answer that question in more detail. We talk about the function of the liver and one of the biggest myths...that the liver is a filter. We talk about how the liver becomes fatty, why it's very common and how dangerous it is long term. We also discuss a study showing it takes only 7...

In this episode we talk about how a B12 deficiency can literally cause your brain to shrink...it can rot your brain. We talk about how vitamin B12 is a common deficiency that a majority of people experience. We talk about three reasons why so many are deficient: Poor digestion Not eating enough Medications We also talk about the importance of getting the right kind of B12 since many on the market...

In this episode we talk about the real causes of sluggish thyroid. Many women experience the frustration of having thyroid symptoms and yet have normal blood work. Why is that? In this podcast we talk about the real causes and why your thyroid is not the actual cause, but the effect. We discuss the effect stress, leaky gut, estrogen dominance, liver, and iodine have on your thyroid.

In this episode we talk about the five main causes of hair loss. We talk about sluggish thyroid, high cortisol, low stomach acid and digestive enzymes, low protein intake, and low iron. Hair is an important biomarker. In order to have healthy hair, you need healthy thyroid, good digestion, adequate protein and iron intake. If any of these are missing or not working properly, then you are at risk f...

We've been talking about low carb diets in our clinic for over a decade. Low carb eating is the best way to fix high circulating insulin, which is the main cause of Type-2 Diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer's and Dementia. But what does low carb even mean? How low do you have to go? Ketogenic 'keto' diets are all the rage right now. Does everyone need to go keto? How many carbs should you eat? In...

Many women experience the frustration of having normal thyroid blood tests even though they have sluggish thyroid symptoms. In this podcast we talk about three big reasons why you can have many hypothyroid symptoms and still have normal blood tests. Common sluggish thyroid symptoms include: Hair loss Fatigue Exhaustion Weight Gain Cold hands/feet Depression Dry Skin Muscle cramps Poor memory Const...

The American Heart Association recently published a report saying 48% of American adults have cardiovascular disease. They define cardiovascular disease as having any of the following: Coronary Heart Disease Heart Failure Stroke High Blood Pressure In this episode we talk about the REAL reasons why half the adult population have cardiovascular disease. We also share THREE ways you can lower your r...

In this episode we continue our discussion on FATIGUE. Remember... Low energy means your body's check engine light is on... Your body is trying to tell you something. Which is why we wanted to share with you the BIGGEST causes of fatigue. Last week we talked about the effect your thyroid, adrenals, and estrogen has on your energy levels. In this podcast we dive into Insulin, B12, vitamin D3, and M...

In this episode we talk about the BIG causes of fatigue in women. Is your energy where it should be? Many of you are exhausted... Yet don't sleep well... wake up tired... or both. Many of you are frustrated because you haven't been able to find answers. In this podcast (PART 1) we talk about FATGUE... Specifically the BIG causes of exhaustion in women... Thyroid Adrenals Estrogen Insulin B12 D3 Ma...

Autoimmune diseases are 3 times more common today than they were a few decades earlier. There are also over 100 different types of autoimmune conditions. The most common ones are: Celiac Hashimoto's Disease (Thyroid) Lupus MS Asthma Inflammatory Bowel Disease Psoriasis Rheumatoid Arthritis Type-1 Diabetes ALS In this episode we talk about 5 big causes of autoimmune disorders. We talk about chemica...

In this episode we continue talking about the 6 midlife brain killers. Research shows what you do in your 40's, 50's, and 60's determines the health of your brain in your 70's and 80's. We discuss... High Blood Sugar High Insulin High Inflammation We also discuss how research shows even high NORMAL blood sugar and blood pressure can put your brain as serious risk. We also talk about how to protect...

In this episode we talk about 6 midlife brain killers. What you do in your 40's, 50's, and 60's determines the health of your brain in your 70's and 80's. 50% of seniors over 85 have Alzheimer's. If you want to live longer it's important you protect your brain. In part 1 we talk about the first three midlife brain killers... Muscle Mass Muscle Strength High Blood Pressure A problem in any of these...

In this episode we talk about the benefits of intermittent fasting EVEN if you don't lose any weight. Many start intermittent fasting for weight loss, and some get great results. Some may lose some weight at first, but then they don't lose anymore. Here's what's important to know... There's much more to intermittent fasting then simply losing weight. In this podcast we talk about a study showing t...

A new study has shown Candida, a common fungal infection, can cross the blood-brain barrier and eventually cause Alzheimer's or dementia. In all cases of Alzheimer's or dementia, there's brain inflammation (neuroinflammation). But, inflammation doesn't just 'magically' appear. Something has to cause the inflammation. The three big causes of brain inflammation are HIGH CIRCULATING INSULIN, LEAKY GU...

In this episode we share with you the most important thing you can do to be healthy this year... lowering your insulin. If you can lower your insulin levels, you'll have a healthier brain, weight, skin, digestive system, heart, hormones, and immune system. In the podcast we talk about why insulin is the most important biomarker to fix. We share with you the three best ways to lower your insulin le...

In this podcast episode we talk about menopause. Some may go through menopause with very little symptoms. But, for many, their experience is unpleasant. We talk about what's normal and what isn't. We discuss the connection between menopause and your thyroid and why it can lead to hypothyroidism. We also talk about what you can do to help balance your hormones as you go through menopause.  

In this episode we talk about 4 vitamins and minerals that when deficient, can cause insomnia. We begin the episode talking about the most common cause of insomnia in women over the age of 40... elevated cortisol. We then talk about vitamin D, vitamin B12, magnesium, and iron.  We talk about the reasons why you end up with a problem with any of them and the connection to sleep. If you're not sleep...

In this episode we talk about a recent study showing only 12% of the population has normal values for the following metabolic markers: Waist circumference Fasting blood sugar levels Blood Pressure Triglycerides HDL This means that 88% of the population has abnormal markers and have (or at serious risk) of having metabolic syndrome. This study is an indictment on the current dietary advice and it's...

In this episode we talk about 8 signs the you're low in Vitamin D. It's important to know that Vitamin D is crucial to health and longevity. Low blood levels of Vitamin D increase your risk of premature death. As important as Vitamin D is, a majority of people simply do not get enough. It's estimated that up to 90% of the population doesn't have optimized blood Vitamin D levels. It also doesn't he...

In this podcast we talk about a recent study showing it can take six months for your good bacteria to grow back after a few days of antibiotics. The same study showed that some strains NEVER come back. We talk about the connection of your gut to every system and the importance of good bacteria. We also talk about using probiotics while taking antibiotics.

In this episode we talk about the importance of muscle. We discuss why muscle should be a vital sign, just like your temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure. We talk about studies showing... Strong muscle means better cancer survival. Strong muscle means better COPD survival. Strong muscle means stronger brain. Strong muscle means better ICU survival. We also talk about the importance of doing...

The brain weighs only a few pounds. It makes up about 2% of your overall body mass. But, it uses 25% of all your energy. Your brain requires a lot of energy. A byproduct of energy production is waste. The rest of your body has an excretory system (lungs, liver, sweat glands, kidneys) that help get rid of waste. But what about the brain? How does it get rid of waste? Until recently, that was a myst...