Better: Outside the Box Healthcare with Dr. Matt Kettman | Wellness, Longevity, Metabolism, Unconventional Family Doctor

Dr. Rock here.

Dr. Rich Manfready is back for Part 2, and this time we're diving into some of the most common digestive issues people ask about every day.

From bloating and IBS to acid reflux, Crohn's disease, colon cancer screening, and everything in between, we're breaking down what these conditions actually are, why they happen, and what you can do about them.

We get into:

• why fiber is so important—and how to increase...

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Today we're tackling two of the most common skin conditions I get questions about in the office: shingles and eczema.

A lot of people have heard of shingles, but they're not always sure what it is, what it looks like, or when it's something that needs immediate treatment. The good news is that early recognition can make a huge difference.

We get into:

• what shingles actually is and why it happens years after chic...

Dr. Rock here.

Today I'm sitting down with former Waterloo Mayor Quentin Hart for a conversation about leadership, resilience, service, and what comes next after a major life transition.

Quentin shares his journey from growing up in Waterloo to serving on the city council and ultimately leading the city as mayor for nearly a decade. Along the way, we talk about the lessons he's learned through victories, setbacks, public service, a...

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Today we’re breaking down one of the most common heart rhythm problems out there: atrial fibrillation, or AFib.

A lot of people have heard the term before, but they’re not totally sure what it actually means—or why doctors take it so seriously.

So in this episode, I’m explaining what AFib really is, why it happens, and why an irregular heartbeat can increase your risk of stroke if it’s n...

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Today we’re diving deep into one of the most fascinating areas of modern medicine: the connection between your gut and your brain.

I’m joined by gastroenterologist, researcher, and gut-brain axis expert Dr. Manfready to talk about Parkinson’s disease, the microbiome, inflammation, fiber, and how what’s happening in your digestive system may impact your neurologic health years before symptoms s...

Dr. Rock here.

Today we’re pulling back the curtain on something almost everybody feels but few people fully understand:

Why does healthcare feel so broken? Why are appointments rushed? Why does insurance deny things your doctor says you need? Why are costs so high even when you have insurance?

In this episode, I’m walking you through what healthcare actually looks like from the doctor’s side of the exam room and ...

Dr. Rock here. Today… we’re doing something a little different. I’ve got an industry insider in the studio, someone who works inside the processed food world, travels globally, and sees how this stuff is actually made.

And there’s a reason he didn’t want his name attached to this one.

We’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really going on with the food you’re buying and why so many...

Dr. Rock here.

Today we’re talking about something millions of people deal with… and honestly, most people misunderstand it. I’m talking about acid reflux—heartburn—GERD… and what it can turn into if you ignore it.

Now before you panic, let me say this: Most people with reflux are never going to get cancer.

But… this is one of those topics where you need to understand what’s actual...

We’re back in the studio (aka my house) and I’ve got a fan favorite with me, my wife Chris, back by popular demand. And today? We’re cutting through the noise.

Because let’s be honest… we’re all getting bombarded with: eat this, don’t eat that, more protein, less sugar, avoid this, buy that…And most people? They’re overwhelmed and doing nothing.

So today we’re not doing ...

In this episode, I’m breaking down COPD in plain English—what it is, why it happens, and what you can actually do about it.

A lot of people think COPD just means “you smoked and now you’re short of breath,” but it’s way more than that. This is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States, and it often goes undiagnosed for years.

I walk through how your lungs actually wor...

Alright, let’s talk feet.Not exactly the sexiest topic… but if you’ve ever dealt with a bunion, ankle sprain, or chronic foot pain—you know this stuff matters.

In this episode of Better: Outside the Box Healthcare, I’m sitting down with the man who literally fixed my foot—Dr. “Foote” himself—and we’re breaking down what’s actually going on when it comes to bunions, ...

Alright—let’s talk about something that gets thrown around a lot and honestly scares people for good reason: congestive heart failure.

But here’s the deal… it doesn’t mean your heart has stopped.

In this episode of Dr. Rock’s Family Practice, I’m breaking it all the way down—no fluff, no confusion—just real talk about what’s actually going on inside your body and what you...

This episode hits close to home.

I sat down with my friend Andrew Meany, and what he shares is raw, honest, and incredibly powerful. This is a story about addiction, hitting rock bottom, losing everything, and finding a way back.

Andrew opens up about his battle with alcoholism, what finally pushed him to walk into his first AA meeting, and how that single decision changed the course of his life. But that’s only part of the s...

Colon cancer is one of the few cancers we can actually prevent — and that’s why this topic matters so much to me.

In this episode, I’m breaking down what colon cancer is, why we’re seeing more cases in younger adults, and the symptoms you should never ignore. I’ll also walk through the different screening options available today, including colonoscopy, FIT testing, and Cologuard.

The truth is, colon ca...

In this episode of I sit down with someone I really respect — Janice Hewitt.

Janice spent 33 years working as a probation officer, dealing with guys coming out of prison, struggling with addiction, and trying to piece their lives back together. She’s seen the system from the inside, the heartbreak, the relapses, the successes… and everything in between.

But when she retired, she realized something.

Her work ...

Dr. Rock talks with Stefanie Swinton, PT, DPT from Cedar Valley Physical Therapy about concussions, recovery protocols, and why the old "sleep it off in a dark room" playbook is dead. Stefanie is a 13-year veteran in physical therapy, Northeast Iowa native, UNI graduate, and doctorate holder from Des Moines University who specializes in concussion reco...

What's up, rockers! Dr. Rock here breaking down osteoarthritis and ALL your treatment options. Here's the deal: "Bone on bone" arthritis doesn't mean you need surgery tomorrow. You've got WAY more options than limping around on ibuprofen.

The breakdown is simple—arth...

What's up, rockers! Dr. Rock here with a powerful story of redemption.

Tommy Tucker spent years addicted to meth. In 2020, he helped bury a car with two bodies in it in Evansdale, Iowa—David and Elissa. For 30 days, he carried that secret until the weight of it crush...

What's up, rockers! Dr. Rock here breaking down diabetes, pre-diabetes, and insulin resistance in a way that actually makes sense.

Here's the deal: 98 MILLION Americans have pre-diabetes. 80% don't even know it. But here's the GOOD news—pre-diabetes is NOT a disease....