

Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
Dr. Jockers
Join Dr David Jockers, Doctor of Natural Medicine and Functional Nutritionist as he shares science-based solutions to improve your health.
Dr Jockers' work has been published in various popular media outlets including ABC, Fox News, The Hallmark Channel - Home & Family TV Show and the Dr Oz Show.
On this podcast, Dr Jockers shares his best strategies to reduce inflammation, burn fat, improve your brain, natural detoxification, gut health, immune health and much more.
To learn more about Dr Jockers and access free health and nutrition resources go to drjockers.com
**This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease. The information in this podcast has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration or any other medical body.
**In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume that I receive a commission from sales of the products discussed in the podcast.
Dr Jockers' work has been published in various popular media outlets including ABC, Fox News, The Hallmark Channel - Home & Family TV Show and the Dr Oz Show.
On this podcast, Dr Jockers shares his best strategies to reduce inflammation, burn fat, improve your brain, natural detoxification, gut health, immune health and much more.
To learn more about Dr Jockers and access free health and nutrition resources go to drjockers.com
**This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease. The information in this podcast has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration or any other medical body.
**In compliance with the FTC guidelines, please assume that I receive a commission from sales of the products discussed in the podcast.
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Feb 24, 2022 • 1h 1min
Functional Blood Analysis and Optimal Ranges
Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Perfect Keto. Perfect Keto is a leading force in the development of clean, high-quality supplements and snacks to help make a low-carb lifestyle easy. They use clean, minimal ingredient formulations backed by research, that are obsessively tested to be keto-friendly and delicious. Products are made with real food ingredients to promote better health. No gluten, soy, added sugar, fillers, chemicals, or anything artificial. Visit perfectketo.com/drj and use code JOCKERS at checkout to get 20% off your order today. Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Paleovalley and its Essential C Complex. Not only does this immunity-boosting product have the three most potent sources of Vitamin C on the planet, but it also gives you 750% of the daily recommended dose -- exactly the amount your immune system needs to stay in top shape. Hurry and grab yours from Paleovalley.com and be sure to use code JOCKERS at checkout for an extra 15% off! Blood tests help diagnose certain health conditions that cannot be determined alone by running through your symptoms. Dr. Jockers defines the differences between conventional and functional blood analysis and why it's important to look at both sides when trying to assess a certain condition. Check out the optimal ranges you need to aim for and how you can achieve them. "There's very wide blood ranges and if you fall on either side of those ranges, you have some sort of disease or pathology at stake." - Dr. David Jockers Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - Watch for THESE lab markers that send up red flags about your health condition – long before a disease is even detected. [1:54] - What vital details your functional lab results reveal that medical ranges of typical lab tests don't tell you (and why your medical practitioner needs to listen) [2:20] - The top 8 disorders instigated by overloading your body with iron and how to control your levels on your own. [20:50] - The 8 different types of energy-draining anemia and how chronic diseases can activate one of them. [24:05] - Get a sneak preview of how anemia develops in 4 phases and what unfolds in every phase. [27:38] Resources: - Perfect Keto Bars - Use Code JOCKERS for 20% off - Essential C Complex – Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Feb 22, 2022 • 58min
The Importance of Protein and Measuring Fat Burning with Vanessa Spina
Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Cacao Bliss, a superfood unprocessed chocolate powder. Boost your feel-good neurotransmitters while protecting your body from oxidative stress! Use it in almond milk or for baking. Experience pure bliss at Cacao Bliss and use code DAVID to get 15% off! This episode is also proudly sponsored by C60PurplePower.com. Carbon 60 (C60) is a recently discovered, Nobel Prize-winning, super antioxidant that supports a healthy inflammatory response, promotes healthy immune function, and increases energy and mental clarity in most users. C60 Purple Power is the "Swiss Army Knife" of antioxidants because it helps the body replace four critical antioxidants that decrease as we age. If you are interested in healthy aging, you MUST check out C60 Purple Power! Use code DRJOCKERS for 15% OFF at https://c60purplepower.com/jockers. Every successful endeavor follows the same formula: consistency + sustainability = success! Vanessa Spina – also known as @ketogenicgirl – joins Dr. Jockers to share what makes the ketogenic lifestyle so successful for people who want to manage their weight and stay fit. Find out what makes fat burning a more efficient and healthy way to lose weight and produce energy compared to burning carbohydrates. More importantly, identify the food sources and nutrients that support the fat-burning process and activate the production of ketones. "You have to find what works best for you and what you think you can sustain over a long-term lifestyle." - Vanessa Spina Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - Vanessa shares inspiring insights from her keto journey and how they led her to define herself as the ultimate "ketogenic girl." (Think of what your title could be!) [06:05] - Tune into your own body's unique composition so you see how you can change your result with the help of keto. [06:55] - Get to know the critical amino acid that flips the mTOR's on-and-off switch and why you need it for proper balance and coordination within you. [21:55] - Follow this roadmap to the fat-burning zone and how to change course if you're not producing ketones (without a single set of blood work!). [34:24] - Learn how to 'read' your breath's biofeedback to help guide your way back to better health. [37:57] Resources: - Cacao Bliss – Use Code DAVID for 15% off - C60 Purple Power - Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off! - The Tone Device Breath Ketone Analyzer - https://www.ketogenicgirl.com/?rfsn=6309103.1ab7c4&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6309103.1ab7c4 Connect with Vanessa Spina: - Website – http://www.ketogenicgirl.com/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/theketogenicgirl - Instagram – https://instagram.com/ketogenicgirl - Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRbb6xK4GpWtUIc9wxknKTw?view_as=subscriber - Twitter – https://twitter.com/ketogenicgirl - Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/ketogenicgirl Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Feb 17, 2022 • 27min
Q & A on Using Fasting to Heal
Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Perfect Keto. Perfect Keto is a leading force in the development of clean, high-quality supplements and snacks to help make a low-carb lifestyle easy. They use clean, minimal ingredient formulations backed by research, that are obsessively tested to be keto-friendly and delicious. Products are made with real food ingredients to promote better health. No gluten, soy, added sugar, fillers, chemicals, or anything artificial. Visit perfectketo.com/drj and use code JOCKERS at checkout to get 20% off your order today. Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Paleovalley and its Essential C Complex. Not only does this immunity-boosting product have the three most potent sources of Vitamin C on the planet, but it also gives you 750% of the daily recommended dose -- exactly the amount your immune system needs to stay in top shape. Hurry and grab yours from Paleovalley.com and be sure to use code JOCKERS at checkout for an extra 15% off! When it comes to infallible health, moderation and abstinence make a great pair. When you stop doing something you're constantly doing, you can actually generate positive results no matter what those things are – yes, even your favorite treats! So how do you know if you're implementing fasting properly with just the right amount of time? Listen to Dr. Jockers as he goes through the different fasting strategies and the steps on how to execute each one properly. "When you're consuming sweets, you're getting huge dopamine stimulation. Sweetness adds beauty to life but you don't want to overdo it." - Dr. David Jockers Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - Each type of fasting is unique – just like you! Dr. Jockers unravels the 3 types of fasting and how they help heal health conditions in their own way. - Make the most of autophagy by activating this rejuvenating process through fasting. - How do you fast right? Learn how to apply each fasting strategy – and how often – to feel your best. - THESE recommended beverages, foods, and ingredients are your best allies during and after fasting. - Eye-opening reminders of why everything in excess is bad, how much dopamine you can tolerate, and why extended fasting for the long term is not for you. Resources: - Perfect Keto Bars - Use Code JOCKERS for 20% off - Essential C Complex – Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Feb 15, 2022 • 50min
Q & A on Adrenal Fatigue, PMS, Rosacea & Hair Loss
Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Perfect Keto. Perfect Keto is a leading force in the development of clean, high-quality supplements and snacks to help make a low-carb lifestyle easy. They use clean, minimal ingredient formulations backed by research, that are obsessively tested to be keto-friendly and delicious. Their products are made with real food ingredients to promote better health. No gluten, soy, added sugar, fillers, chemicals, or anything artificial. Visit perfectketo.com/drj and use code JOCKERS at checkout to get 20% off your order today. Today's episode is also proudly sponsored by Paleovalley and its Essential C Complex. Not only does this immunity-boosting product have the three most potent sources of Vitamin C on the planet, but it also gives you 750% of the daily recommended dose -- exactly the amount your immune system needs to stay in top shape. Hurry and grab yours from Paleovalley.com and be sure to use code JOCKERS at checkout for an extra 15% off! This month's Q&A features seemingly innocent health issues that are actually indications of underlying autoimmune conditions. Listen to Dr. Jockers and the team address the most pressing health concerns from real patients and gain insights from their advice based on years of practice and experience. You might find yourself sharing the same concern and finally get your health question resolved today. "You can't change your genetics, but you can change your environment." -Tara Peterson, certified health coach and behavioral change specialist Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - Did you know PMS has different phases? Open your eyes to what women go through during the different activities in each phase. - Get your hormones working better for you by pushing back against the stress that knocks them out of balance. - Which pre-existing conditions make you more susceptible to autoimmune conditions? Find out before it becomes a bigger problem. - Look through the "window" to the gut and see what the future holds for your skin (with a reminder that rosacea and other conditions tie back to your gut). - Before embarking on the fasting lifestyle, take care of THESE important steps and THESE stressors. (You'll thank us later.) Resources: - Perfect Keto Bars - Use Code JOCKERS for 20% off - Essential C Complex – Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off Connect with Melissa Nohr: - Long Distance Coaching Program – https://drjockers.com/melissa-chc/ Connect with Hampton Young: - Long Distance Coaching Program – https://drjockers.com/long-distance-coaching-hampton/ Connect with Tara Peterson: - Long Distance Coaching Program – https://drjockers.lpages.co/long-distance-coaching-tara/ Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Feb 10, 2022 • 25min
Nebulizing Hydrogen Peroxide for Respiratory Health
When you're feeling under the weather or just need a heartwarming drink that is good for the soul, for the sagging spirit, and the body, the Perfect Keto Collagen Powder is a must-try! It's a collagen-rich, non-GMO, and gluten-free bone broth, powdered to perfection. You can add it to any dish you fancy, to your favorite smoothie or hot coffee, or just take it as it is! Made from 100% grass-fed beef bones and filtered water, it is uncomplicated and incredibly healthy! Hurry and grab yours from perfectketo.com/drj and be sure to use code JOCKERS at checkout for 20% off! Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Paleovalley and its Essential C Complex. Not only does this immunity-boosting product have the three most potent sources of Vitamin C on the planet, but it also gives you 750% of the daily recommended dose -- exactly the amount your immune system needs to stay in top shape. Hurry and grab yours from Paleovalley.com and be sure to use code JOCKERS at checkout for an extra 15% off! We don't solely rely on clean air to live and to breathe freely. We also need our respiratory system to be in great shape and working efficiently. To achieve that, we deserve all the TLC we can get for our air pathways. Dr. Jockers highlights the amazing benefits of nebulizing hydrogen peroxide in today's episode. Understand what exactly hydrogen peroxide is for, its chemical components, and how it works in promoting respiratory health. "Hydrogen peroxide releases a negative oxygen ion that breaks the integrity of bacteria, kills pathogens, and reduces the microbial loads in our body." - Dr. David Jockers Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - 8 surprising reasons why hydrogen peroxide promotes respiratory health. - Discover the marvel of nebulizers, how they work, and the 4 major advantages they deliver to your body. - 3 key benefits of nebulizing hydrogen peroxide, especially if you face respiratory toxins. - Which is better – nebulizing through the sinuses or your mouth? Demystify the answer by learning which process acts faster! - Get up to speed on the Brownstein Protocol – and other wholesome compounds you can mix with hydrogen peroxide for optimum respiratory health. Resources: - Perfect Keto Collagen Powder – Use Code JOCKERS for 20% off - Essential C Complex – Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off - Hidden Epidemic: Silent Oral Infections Cause Most Heart Attacks and Breast Cancers by Dr. Thomas E. Levy - https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Epidemic-Infections-Attacks-Cancers/dp/0983772878 Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Feb 8, 2022 • 60min
How to Find the Best Olive Oil with TJ Robinson
Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Cacao Bliss, a superfood unprocessed chocolate powder. Boost your feel-good neurotransmitters while protecting your body from oxidative stress! Use it in almond milk, or for baking. Experience pure bliss at Cacao Bliss and use code DAVID to get 15% off! Today's episode is also proudly sponsored by Paleovalley and its Essential C Complex. Not only does this immunity-boosting product have the three most potent sources of Vitamin C on the planet, but it also gives you 750% of the daily recommended dose -- exactly the amount your immune system needs to stay in top shape. Hurry and grab yours from Paleovalley.com and be sure to use code JOCKERS at checkout for an extra 15% off! The best things in life are always the ones with the most benefits. That's why today we take a look at one of your favorite staples in the kitchen – olive oil! TJ Robinson joins Dr. Jockers in today's episode to explain why freshness matters, especially when olives are concerned. TJ, otherwise known as the Olive Oil Hunter, is the founder of the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club and is a top expert in everything that involves olives and olive oils. Learn how to spot the best quality olive oil on the market and enjoy the one-of-a-kind benefits it has to offer! "I think of olive oil as a fresh sauce that Mother Nature made for me." - TJ Robinson Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - We're willing to bet that you don't know THIS surprising fact about olives! - How to distinguish key differences between artisan-produced extra virgin olive oil and mass-produced olive oil. - How olive oil fuels the "perfect diet" and why this way of eating is destined to explode as a worldwide trend. - Go beyond the label for quality and freshness. Learn how high-quality olive oil should look and taste – and where you can find the good stuff! - The 'fruit side' versus the 'financial side' of olives and how the harvest window affects the quality of what you're eating. Resources: - Cacao Bliss – Use Code DAVID for 15% off - Essential C Complex – Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off - A Special Offer for Friends of Dr. Jockers from the Olive Oil Hunter Connect with TJ Robinson: - Website – https://freshpressedoliveoil.com/home/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/FreshPressedOliveOil - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/freshpressedoliveoilclub - Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCslFrZ2YMsyrTaUAxhumCNA/ Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Feb 3, 2022 • 44min
Vitamin D Deficiency: Common Symptoms and Solutions
Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley Apple Cider Vinegar Complex. It is one of my favorite whole food supplements to support digestion, blood sugar stabilization, and cravings. Did you know that poor digestion can lead to nutrient deficiencies, which can cause bloating, gas, weight gain, poor skin and nail health, and more! Paleovalley's Apple Cider Vinegar complex is the solution to a happy and healthy gut. You can get 15% off today by heading over to paleovalley.com/jockers and entering the code "JOCKERS" at the checkout! BIG NEWS! Dr. Jockers just released his BRAND NEW book on Fasting! It's called — Fasting Transformation: A Functional Guide To Burn Fat, Heal Your Body, And Transform Your Life With Intermittent And Extended Fasting. AND we're so excited that it's now available on AMAZON! We'd love your support (and if you like the book) I know he'd appreciate a review too! Claim Your Copy Here. Our bodies need a lot of vitamins to achieve the peak level of health. One of the most important ones – but one that is commonly deficient in the majority of people nowadays – is Vitamin D. 75% of Americans are Vitamin D deficient and there are many factors behind this number. Dr. Jockers shares all the contributing factors why someone could be vitamin D deficient, as well as the natural ways to boost its production. "Vitamin D plays a critical role in joint health, hormonal balance, energy levels, mitochondrial function, and cognitive health." - Dr. David Jockers Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - Top 10 reasons why vitamin D benefits your body – plus the 6 major conditions you can avoid by getting the right dose of D. - Discover the vital difference between vitamin D2 and vitamin D3. - Make sense of the numbers behind the various vitamin D levels so you can achieve optimal doses, especially for those most at risk of vitamin D deficiency. - Spend the right amount of time in the sun, based on your skin tone. (Surprise: not everyone needs sunscreen!) - Are your genes or other nutrients making you vitamin D resistant? Take THESE steps when vitamin D supplements are not budging your body. Resources: - ACV Complex - Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off - The Fasting Transformation by Dr. David Jockers Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Feb 1, 2022 • 53min
Fasting Strategies for Fat Burning & Metabolic Health with Dr. Jason Fung
Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley Apple Cider Vinegar Complex. It is one of my favorite whole food supplements to support digestion, blood sugar stabilization, and cravings. Did you know that poor digestion can lead to nutrient deficiencies, which can cause bloating, gas, weight gain, poor skin and nail health, and more! Paleovalley's Apple Cider Vinegar complex is the solution to a happy and healthy gut. You can get 15% off today by heading over to paleovalley.com/jockers and entering the code "JOCKERS" at the checkout! BIG NEWS! Dr. Jockers just released his BRAND NEW book on Fasting! It's called — Fasting Transformation: A Functional Guide To Burn Fat, Heal Your Body, And Transform Your Life With Intermittent And Extended Fasting. AND we're so excited that it's now available on AMAZON! We'd love your support (and if you like the book) I know he'd appreciate a review too! Claim Your Copy Here. Dr. Jason Fung, a world-leading expert on intermittent fasting joins the fasting summit to share his ground-breaking research on type 2 diabetes. His science-backed books The Diabetes Code, The Obesity Code, and The Complete Guide to Fasting have sold hundreds of thousands of copies worldwide. These books explain how intermittent fasting and ketogenic or low carbohydrate lifestyles work for effective weight management and type 2 diabetes reversal. Discover the secret to reversing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, so you can journey back to great health. "In reversing type 2 diabetes, do not focus on giving drugs, focus on giving the diet to affect weight loss." - Dr. Jason Fung Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - FINALLY, find out how to reverse the most common reason for kidney failure! - Uncover the truth about insulin medication in the so-called "attempt" to treat type 2 diabetes. - THIS revolutionary 2012 breakthrough delivers extremely dramatic results in managing blood sugar levels – without drugs and insulin! - How fasting works in miraculous ways to help regulate the various hormones that drastically raise insulin levels. - Learn the power of habits then put your mind on autopilot as you develop a successful fasting lifestyle. Resources: - ACV Complex - Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off - The Fasting Transformation by Dr. David Jockers - Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss by Dr. Jason Fung - https://amzn.to/3u5BvY3 - The Diabetes Code: Prevent and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally by Dr. Jason Fung - https://amzn.to/3KP661H - The Complete Guide to Fasting by Jason Fung and Jimmy Moore - https://amzn.to/33Rku9k The Fasting Method - https://blog.thefastingmethod.com/ or idmprogram.com Connect with Dr. Jason Fung: - Website – https://www.dietdoctor.com/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thedietdoctor - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/diet_doctor - Twitter – https://twitter.com/DietDoctor - Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/c/DietDoctorVideo - Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/thedietdoctor Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Jan 27, 2022 • 19min
Top 10 Foods for Insulin and Leptin Sensitivity
Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley Apple Cider Vinegar Complex. It is one of my favorite whole food supplements to support digestion, blood sugar stabilization, and cravings. Did you know that poor digestion can lead to nutrient deficiencies, which can cause bloating, gas, weight gain, poor skin and nail health, and more! Paleovalley's Apple Cider Vinegar complex is the solution to a happy and healthy gut. You can get 15% off today by heading over to paleovalley.com/jockers and entering the code "JOCKERS" at the checkout! BIG NEWS! Dr. Jockers just released his BRAND NEW book on Fasting! It's called — Fasting Transformation: A Functional Guide To Burn Fat, Heal Your Body, And Transform Your Life With Intermittent And Extended Fasting. AND we're so excited that it's now available on AMAZON! We'd love your support (and if you like the book) I know he'd appreciate a review too! Claim Your Copy Here. In today's episode, Dr. Jockers talks about the two, often under-scrutinized hormones that are majorly responsible for fat and weight management – insulin and leptin. He explains why too much sensitivity is bad for one's health and how to keep these hormones in check. He also shares his go-to foods and food ingredients that support blood sugar levels and dial down disruptive sensitivities. "We need leptin sensitivity if we want to have insulin sensitivity." - Dr. David Jockers Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - Find out how you unwittingly activate your "fat-storage" hormone and the major problems that arise when it gets rolling. - Motivators for you to keep your body very sensitive to insulin, armed with knowing what causes cells to downregulate insulin receptors. - Discover the ideal blood sugar and fasting insulin levels you aim to see in blood tests and what the range-indicator of insulin resistance tells you. - THESE foods and food ingredients fuel us for optimal blood sugar support. (Add them to your shopping list today!) - Accept that foods that are high in saturated fats are very good for you, despite the hubbub you hear elsewhere. Resources: - ACV Complex - Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off - The Fasting Transformation by Dr. David Jockers Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Jan 25, 2022 • 38min
Using Intermittent Fasting to Build Stress Resilience with Dr. Pete Sulack
Today's episode is proudly sponsored by Cacao Bliss, a superfood unprocessed chocolate powder. Boost your feel-good neurotransmitters while protecting your body from oxidative stress! Use it in almond milk, or for baking. Experience pure bliss at Cacao Bliss and use code DAVID to get 15% off! Today's episode is sponsored by Paleovalley Apple Cider Vinegar Complex. It is one of my favorite whole food supplements to support digestion, blood sugar stabilization, and cravings. Did you know that poor digestion can lead to nutrient deficiencies, which can cause bloating, gas, weight gain, poor skin and nail health, and more! Paleovalley's Apple Cider Vinegar complex is the solution to a happy and healthy gut. You can get 15% off today by heading over to paleovalley.com/jockers and entering the code "JOCKERS" at the checkout! What is stress? And is this normal? These are the two key questions Dr. Pete Sulack will address in today's episode with Dr. Jockers. He's a chiropractor and the founder of Revvl Health, a company built to help millions of people break free from the bonds of everyday stressors. Understand the different factors that trigger stress and how the body reacts every time it is exposed to them. More importantly, what happens when a person who is under a stressful situation is unable to cope and gets stuck in that condition? Listen in to learn how to develop the right strategies that help the body build up stronger resilience against stress. "Stress is more than just drama. It is the body's internal mechanism to deal with the external world." - Dr. Pete Sulack Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: - Unmask the true villain behind chronic diseases and what triggers its evil ways. - Leverage 3 distinct mechanisms to bring your body back to peaceful homeostasis – and AVOID these factors that drive you away from this state. - Two frightening scenarios reinforce why it's critical to embrace stress resilience then teach you to be zen like the zebra. - Fuel up based on intermittent fasting as one of the great strategies to manage your stressors and adapt more effectively when under fire. - The most dangerous place for the body to get trapped – and how to escape as soon as you are led to that scary place. - Learn how to slip into a state of "good, beneficial stress," following THIS shining example of this type of tension. - Tap into an ancient secret and its two most powerful forms of healing. (Hint: You'll never look at stress the same way again.) Resources: - Cacao Bliss – Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off - ACV Complex - Use Code JOCKERS for 15% off Connect with Dr. Pete Sulack: - Website – https://revvlhealth.com - Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/revvlhealth - Twitter – https://twitter.com/revvlhealth - Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.ph/revvlhealth/ - Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/user/Petesulack Connect with Dr. Jockers: - Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ - Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers - YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers - Website – https://drjockers.com/ - If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/


