Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers breaks down the hormonal loop behind stubborn belly fat that almost nobody is talking about: the cortisol-insulin death spiral. Visceral fat isn't passive storage, it's a hormone factory with two to three times more cortisol receptor sites than other fat, and the more of it you carry, the more cortisol it pulls in and the more insulin resistant it becomes.

You will learn...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers sits down with Annette Reeder, known as the Biblical Nutritionist, for a conversation about where biblical wisdom meets modern nutritional science and what Scripture actually says about the foods that heal.

You will learn the three timeless biblical principles that simplify every food decision you make, and the science behind the foods of Scripture, including fresh-press...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers breaks down the single most dangerous medication that millions of people take every day without realizing the risks: proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), commonly prescribed for acid reflux under brand names like Prilosec and Nexium.

You will learn how PPIs suppress stomach acid by up to 99%, why that leads to deficiencies in B12, magnesium, calcium, zinc, iron, and fat-solubl...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers walks you through a complete 14-day progressive fasting protocol built specifically to burn visceral fat, the inflammatory fat that wraps around your liver, pancreas, heart, and intestines, applying pressure to those organs and choking off circulation.

You will get the exact day-by-day schedule: a 14/10 fast for days one through three, a 16/8 upgrade for days four throug...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers sits down with Dr. Sara Pugh, who holds a PhD in molecular mechanisms and was the first board-certified quantum biologist, for a conversation about the health input almost nobody is optimizing: light. Quantum biology, as she explains it, is simply looking at health through light, water, and magnetism, with a heavy focus on the mitochondria and the electrons that carry our life force.

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers breaks down the seven daily habits silently fueling the surge in Alzheimer's, dementia, and other neurodegenerative conditions, and lays out exactly how to reverse each one before symptoms ever appear.

You will learn why blood sugar dysregulation and insulin resistance have earned Alzheimer's the nickname "type 3 diabetes," which three nutrient deficiencies are quietly d...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers goes solo to break down the 10 everyday foods quietly wrecking your metabolism, and exactly what to swap them for. From table salt and seed oils to soy, processed meat, microwaved popcorn, non-organic produce, artificial sweeteners, margarine, canned tomatoes, and modern wheat, 

Dr. Jockers explains why each one drives inflammation, blood sugar spikes, and hormone d...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers sits down with Vanessa Spina, sports nutrition specialist, bestselling author of Keto Essentials, creator of the Tone ketone breath analyzer, and host of the Optimal Protein Podcast, for a deep dive on a groundbreaking new study out of the University of Nottingham, published in Clinical Nutrition in August 2025.

You will learn why the old "you can only absorb 30 ...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers breaks down fasting as the most powerful natural anti-inflammatory tool available, walking through a detailed hour-by-hour timeline of what happens inside your body, from the first 12-hour gut and liver reset all the way out to the deep cellular healing of a 3-to-5-day fast.

You will learn exactly what your body is doing at each checkpoint of a fast, from the met...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers goes solo to break down five of the most common health myths he hears on a regular basis, the ones most people you know believe and are unknowingly putting into practice against their own health.

You will learn why sunshine isn't the enemy your dermatologist made it out to be, why skipping breakfast can be one of the healthiest things you do, why saturated fat an...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers is joined by his longtime friend Dr. Josh Axe, co-founder and chief visionary officer of Ancient Nutrition, founder of draxe.com, and founder of The Health Institute, for a deep dive into cellular longevity.

You will learn why some organs age faster than others, what's really happening inside your cell membranes and mitochondria as you get older, and which foods, from su...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers breaks down the science behind five simple drinks that clear your arteries, reduce inflammation, and support long-term cardiovascular health, walking through the human research behind each one and giving you the exact recipe to make it at home.

You will learn why arterial inflammation, not age or cholesterol, is the real driver behind clogged arteries, and how these five...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers lays out the exact insulin resistance healing protocol he's used to help thousands of people restore metabolic health, sometimes in as little as a week, and almost always within a few months.

You will learn why late-night eating is one of the biggest hidden drivers of insulin resistance, which nine common cooking oils are quietly wrecking your cell membranes, why "obesog...

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers sits down with fasting expert Ben Azadi, host of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast and author of the book Metabolic Freedom, for a detailed, hour-by-hour walk through exactly what happens inside your body during a 72-hour water fast.

You will learn what's really going on at each stage of a fast, from the first 12 hours of digestive rest all the way through ketone production,...

In this episode, Dr. Jockers breaks down the common and often overlooked signs of vitamin B12 deficiency, including fatigue, brain fog, nerve pain, premature graying, and sulfite sensitivity. You'll learn why B12 is so important for your nervous system, red blood cells, detoxification, and neurotransmitter production.

You'll discover why a B12 result that falls within the standard lab range may not tell t...

In this episode, Dr. Jockers breaks down why optimal nutrition isn't about following one specific diet, but creating a personalized real food approach that works with your body. You'll learn the foundational principles he uses to maximize nutrients, minimize toxins, and build meals around your individual needs.

Discover how to determine the right balance of protein, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables ba...

In this episode, Dr. Jockers sits down with neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter to explore microglia, the brain's immune cells, and the role they may play in protecting the brain from cognitive decline. You'll learn what can shift these cells from a supportive state toward one that promotes neuroinflammation.

Discover why your metabolic health and brain health are deeply connected. Dr....

In this episode, Dr. Jockers explores the role of the vagus nerve and why improving vagal tone can support digestion, stress regulation, sleep, and overall healing. You'll learn how this important nerve connects your brain, gut, heart, and other systems throughout the body.

Discover how poor vagal tone can impact your ability to adapt to stress, why the body can become stuck in fight-or-flight or freeze s...

In this episode, Dr. Jockers reveals the most effective strategies to target visceral fat by understanding the role of insulin, cortisol, fasting, and metabolic health. You'll learn why belly fat can be resistant to traditional approaches and the key signals your body needs to start burning fat more effectively.

Discover the seven-step process Dr. Jockers recommends to support visceral fat loss, including...