Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition
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.
Episodes
In today’s episode, Dr. Jockers reveals why wheat and wheat flour are a hidden carb that spikes your blood sugar more than you might think. Learn how these everyday foods, loaded with glyphosate, can disrupt your gut health and lead to inflammation.
You’ll discover the dangers of consuming non-organic wheat, including its impact on your microbiome and mitochondria. This silent culprit can ca...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers breaks down the signs of a Vitamin B6 deficiency and why it's often overlooked. You’ll learn how B6 plays a critical role in balancing your blood sugar levels, and how its deficiency can lead to erratic glucose control, even with exercise.
Discover the connection between Vitamin B6 and mental health, as Dr. Jockers explains how a lack of this essential nutrient c...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers dives deep into the healing power of a proper human diet, featuring Kerry Mann, a passionate advocate for the carnivore diet. You’ll learn how Kerry transformed his health by eliminating processed foods and embracing a simple, meat-based diet.
Discover how healing isn’t just about weight loss; it’s about addressing underlying issues like chronic inflammation, men...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers explains how eating late at night blocks fat burning and disrupts metabolic function. Discover how this habit increases insulin resistance and affects your ability to burn fat.
Late-night eating also impacts your circadian rhythm, disrupting sleep and hormone balance. Poor sleep leads to more cravings and overeating.
Learn why eating t...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers breaks down nightshade vegetables and how they could be silently triggering inflammation, fatigue, or stubborn weight gain—even if you're eating clean.
You'll discover the hidden signs of nightshade sensitivity, from joint pain and headaches to thyroid issues and sluggish digestion. Dr. Jockers also shares how to identify if you're sensitive and what to eat inste...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers sits down with Dr. Wendy Myers, a leading expert in heavy metal detoxification, to explore how toxins trigger chronic inflammation. You’ll learn why your body is constantly exposed to harmful chemicals and how this buildup can impact your health in unexpected ways.
Dr. Myers reveals the shocking truth about how everyday toxins like microplastics, mercury, and lea...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers lays out a science-backed action plan to flush sugar from your system. He explains how movement, even just air squats, acts like a metabolic sponge for glucose. You’ll also hear why insulin is the gatekeeper to fat burning—and how to get it on your side.
Discover the power of apple cider vinegar in reducing blood sugar spikes and how timing your meals could be mo...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers dives into the powerful benefits of creatine for both brain and body. You'll discover how this supplement can enhance your cognition, improve memory, and support cellular energy production.
Learn how creatine helps preserve muscle mass, increase strength, and boost endurance, making it a must-have for anyone seeking better overall health. Dr. Jockers also explains the role of ...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers and Dr. William Hsu dive into how nourished fasting can reduce insulin resistance, activate autophagy, and slow aging. They discuss how the fasting mimicking diet triggers cellular repair while still providing nourishment.
Learn how nutrient-sensing pathways like mTOR and IGF-1 influence metabolic health and why modern eating habits may accelerate aging. Dr. Hsu...
In this episode, Dr. David Jockers reveals how common pain relievers like NSAIDs can damage your gut, leading to leaky gut and inflammation. He shares the science behind how these meds worsen long-term gut health.
Antibiotics, often prescribed unnecessarily, disrupt the gut microbiome and cause more harm than good, creating long-term issues like bacterial resistance.
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In this episode, Dr. Jockers reveals how to create your perfect, personalized real food diet—no more one-size-fits-all plans. Learn simple tests to see what works for your body, from protein to fats to fiber.
Discover how to identify hidden food sensitivities, histamine reactions, and gut issues, even from "healthy" foods, and make adjustments for better digestion and energy.
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In this episode, Dr. David Jockers and Dr. David Perlmutter explore the root causes of Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline, focusing on metabolic dysfunction rather than amyloid plaques. Dr. Perlmutter explains how insulin resistance and metabolic disturbances contribute to neurodegeneration.
They dive into the role of elevated uric acid in brain health and its connection to dementia and Alzhe...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers reveals why extra virgin olive oil is only healing when it’s the right kind. Learn how to spot real, high-polyphenol olive oil—and why the bitter, peppery taste signals powerful anti-inflammatory benefits.
Find out why green olives beat black olives for brain health and how most store-bought olive oils are diluted with harmful seed oils. Dr. Jockers explains what...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers explains how poor mitochondrial function in your gut cells drives leaky gut and food sensitivities. He shares why oxygen balance in the intestines is critical for reducing inflammation and supporting healing.
Learn how specific gut bacteria like *Akkermansia* and *Faecalibacterium* protect against autoimmunity, and what happens when harmful strains like *Salmonel...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers and Steve Wright explain why many people stay inflamed even after removing toxins and eating clean. The real issue isn’t exposure—it’s lost immune tolerance, and the solution is rebuilding resilience.
You’ll learn about the five gut defense layers that regulate your immune system. Fixing oxygen balance, mucus layers, and gut cell mitochondria is key to restoring ...
In this episode, Dr. Jockers breaks down how seed oils damage your mitochondria and disrupt energy production. Learn why linoleic acid stays in your body for years and fuels chronic inflammation.
Find out how grass-fed meats and saturated fats can repair cell membranes. Dr. Jockers explains how compounds like carnosine and omega-3s protect against seed oil damage.
In this episode, Dr. Jockers explains how high insulin levels block fat burning and why most people don’t realize it. Learn how to test your fasting insulin and what it reveals about your metabolism.
Get the exact foods and habits that lower insulin—more protein, fewer seed oils, and better meal timing. Find out what an insulin-friendly diet actually looks like.
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In this episode, Dr. Jockers and Ken Swartz break down how C60 improves mitochondrial function to boost energy, focus, and cellular repair. Learn how this molecule reduces oxidative stress and supports brain, skin, and overall longevity.
C60 helps eliminate senescent “zombie” cells and promotes stem cell regeneration. Ken shares how this process can improve telomere length, reverse early deg...
If you’ve been loading up on almonds, spinach, or sweet potatoes thinking they’re superfoods, Dr. Jockers is here to challenge that idea. In this episode, he unpacks how oxalates—plant defense chemicals—can quietly drive inflammation, joint pain, and brain fog if your body isn’t detoxing them efficiently.
You’ll discover which nutrients naturally compete with oxalates in the body, and how si...
In this episode, we dive into the powerful fasting strategies that trigger autophagy — your body’s natural process of deep cellular healing and renewal. Dr. Jockers shares simple ways to boost this critical process for better health and longevity.
You’ll learn how to improve metabolic flexibility, why meal timing matters, and how fasting combined with exercise can enhance cell repair. Whethe...
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