The Gut Connection

There are so many people applying topical creams and ointments to their skin conditions all the while not realizing that their skin problem could be coming from their gut. In this episode, Dr. Jerby explores the Gut-Skin Axis and explains how the gut influences skin health and vice versa. If you have a skin condition, this is definitely an episode you don't want to miss. As always, if you hav...

With the widespread availability of gene tests such as "23 and Me" and others, many have explored the details of their unique genetic makeup. But did you know that these tests show only a portion of your genes. Indeed, you are a "Superorganism" because not only do your inherited genes play a role in your health, but the genetic makeup of your microbiome has a big part in overal...

With the widespread availability of gene tests such as "23 and Me" and others, many have explored the details of their unique genetic makeup. But did you know that these tests show only a portion of your genes. Indeed, you are a "Superorganism" because not only do your inherited genes play a role in your health, but the genetic makeup of your microbiome has a big part in overal...

Listen to Dr. Jerby's interview with Patti and Michael from "The Lab Report" podcast. Topics discussed range from the functional medicine approach to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to fecal transplants and postbiotics. Definitely a fun episode for gut health geeks like us. If you'd like to hear more from "The Lab Report," you can find it here . As always, if you hav...

On "The Gut Connection" we talk a lot about the gut microbiome, but did you know that studies are showing that your oral microbiome can play a key role in your health also? The oral microbiome is the second largest microbiome region--only the gut microbiome is larger! The oral microbiome hosts more than 770 species of bacteria and the balance of these microbes can have a significant impa...

Do you have lingering symptoms after COVID-19? Symptoms like fatigue, muscle weakness, sleep disorders, brain fog/cognitive dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, hair loss, and/or loss of taste or smell? Then you have Post Acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) or what is otherwise known as Long COVID. Research published just this year (2022) is showing what Functional Medicine practitioners have been saying s...

This is part 2 of a 2 part episode where Dr. Jerby discusses new technology that allows you to gain more precise information about your gut microbiome. Since everyone has a unique microbiome, metagenomic evaluation of your gut microbiome can show you where your health is at risk and direct you to ways that you can further optimize your health. For those who are already struggling with health issue...

This is part 1 of a 2 part episode where Dr. Jerby discusses new technology that allows you to gain more precise information about your gut microbiome. Since everyone has a unique microbiome, metagenomic evaluation of your gut microbiome can show you where your health is at risk and direct you to ways that you can further optimize your health. For those who are already struggling with health issue...

Do you struggle with bloating and distension? In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses this problem that afflicts so many people. Learn the distinction between bloating and distension and what are some of the most common causes. Treatment needs to be individualized to your unique set of factors that might be playing a role in your chronic bloating issues. If you need help, please reach out to us by gi...

I had the delightful opportunity to be interviewed by Dr. Jill Carnahan on her show. Our topic was one that was near and dear to my own heart: How to heal your gut. Dr. Jill's insights are added alongside my own and so it made a great podcast. I am so happy to be able to share it with you. If you'd like to see the video you can click here . As always, if you have gut issues without any a...

In part 2 of this 2-part episode, Dr. Jerby continues to review the latest research and answers questions concerning Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO) such as: 1. Is it normal to have yeast (fungus) in your gut? 2. What are some of the conditions that predispose people to developing SIFO? 3. How is it diagnosed? 4. How is it treated? There are people who are posting a lot of information in...

In this  2-part episode, Dr. Jerby reviews the latest research and answers questions concerning Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO) such as: 1. Is it normal to have yeast (fungus) in your gut? 2. What are some of the conditions that predispose people to developing SIFO? 3. How is it diagnosed? 4. How is it treated? There are people who are posting a lot of information in the internet and som...

I'm very excited about this episode of The Gut Connection since we have Debbie Steinbock of Mindful Nutrition as our guest. Debbie has lots of experience with the elemental diet both from a professional as well as a personal standpoint, and she has utilized this dietary protocol in the treatment of a number of different conditions including SIBO, IBD, IBS, Rheumatoid arthritis, eosinophilic e...

I'm very excited about this episode of The Gut Connection since we have Debbie Steinbock of Mindful Nutrition as our guest. Debbie has lots of experience with the elemental diet both from a professional as well as a personal standpoint, and she has utilized this dietary protocol in the treatment of a number of different conditions including SIBO, IBD, IBS, Rheumatoid arthritis, eosinophilic e...

Listen to this episode to find out why antibiotics alone are not enough for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO). It doesn't matter if it's pharmaceutical antibiotics or herbal antibiotics; or even the elemental diet. These treatments alone are not adequate treatment for SIBO or IMO. Learn what constitutes a full-orbed a...

The great thing about Integrative Functional Medicine is that it gleans the BEST from all types of health disciplines including conventional medicine, natural medicine, nutritional medicine, etc. and therefore you get the BEST healthcare. But why would a functional medicine physician use pharmaceutical antibiotics? Don't these antibiotics wipe out the beneficial bacteria in the gut and cause...

Did you know that there is an increasing number of studies that show that vagus nerve stimulation can play an important role in the treatment of depression, migraines, and tinnitus? Not only that but there are ongoing studies showing that vagus nerve stimulation may play an important role in the treatment of inflammatory conditions including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Listen to this episode...

Our special guest for this episode is Megan Kleinhenz who is the founder and president of Northwest Corporate Yoga. Her company specializes in bringing wellness education and fitness to the corporate setting. Megan has had her own health challenges with autoimmunity which was destroying her health and life, but with Functional Medicine, mindful breathing, and movement, her disease has gone into re...

Controversy abounds surrounding the necessity, utility, and accuracy of breath testing. In this episode I interview Gary Stapleton of Founder and CEO of Aerodiagnostics--a lab that does many different kinds of breath tests to help diagnose a number of different problems, not the least of which is SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and IMO (Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth). This episode...

Controversy abounds surrounding the necessity, utility, and accuracy of breath testing. In this episode I interview Gary Stapleton of Founder and CEO of Aerodiagnostics--a lab that does many different kinds of breath tests to help diagnose a number of different problems, not the least of which is SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and IMO (Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth). This episode...

Everyone has heard at least something about PRObiotics, but have you ever heard of POSTbiotics? In this episode, Dr. Jerby interviews Dr. Andrea McBeth, co-founder of Thaena (that's pronounced They-Na) which produces ThaenaBiotic. ThaenaBiotic is a postbiotic and postbiotics may be defined as "non-viable microbial products or metabolic products from microorganisms that have biological ac...

This is part 2 of Dr. Jerby's interview with Sammy Koenigsberg of New Town Farms in Waxhaw NC. The discussion shows us why soil health is absolutely vital to our own health and why everyone should shop at local farmer's markets. To check out New Town Farms go to newtownfarms.com . Coming soon is The Inn at New Town Farms which sounds like a great place to visit for rest and relaxation as...

In this episode, Dr. Jerby interviews Sammy Koenigsberg of New Town Farms in Waxhaw NC. The discussion shows us why soil health is absolutely vital to our own health and why everyone should shop at local farmer's markets. To check out New Town Farms go to newtownfarms.com . Coming soon is The Inn at New Town Farms which sounds like a great place to visit for rest and relaxation as well as an...

In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses what constipation is (it may surprise you!) and why it should not be ignored or just have laxatives thrown at it. It is a complex issue that affects 15-20% of the world's population and is therefore a huge health burden. Find out how this problem adeqately assessed and why is it absolutely necessary to do so. As always, if you need help you can reach out t...

In this episode, Dr. Jerby interviews Anne who's health was devastated by C. diff colitis. Listen and learn how she was being prepared to struggle with chronic illness and declining health--and how she overcame her diagnosis and poor prognosis through Integrative Functional Medicine. What a great story! If you are struggling with chronic GI issues and need help, be sure to contact Dr. Jerby t...