Solving the Puzzle with Dr. Datis Kharrazian

Datis Kharrazian, PhD, DHSc, DC, MS, MMSc, FACN
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Solving the Puzzle with Dr. Datis Kharrazian is based on more than 20 years of Dr. Kharrazian's experience working with autoimmune and brain health patients throughout the U.S. and Europe, exhaustive review of the scientific research, and protocols he has innovated through trial and error in working with complex patient cases. Dr. Kharrazian discusses evidence-based models incorporating diet, nutrition, and lifestyle — protocols hard won through decades of working with tough, complex patient cases.  His goal is to help teach you effective models for so-called “mystery” symptoms and conditions so you can regain control of your health and life. Hashimoto's: Solving the Puzzle, is a new online course from Dr. Kharrazian, who is the originator of evidence-based strategies for managing autoimmune Hashimoto's hypothyroidism. This course has the most complete and current information for managing Hashimoto's available. You can find more information at drknews.com. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 111: The Anti-inflammatory Powers of Short Chain Fatty Acids

    Dr. Datis Kharrazian explains short-chain fatty acids and the postbiotics your gut bacteria make from fiber. He covers how butyrate calms inflammation, repairs leaky gut, and supports immune tolerance, while acetate and propionate help with blood sugar, satiety, and GLP-1. He also discusses LPS and endotoxemia, why butyrate can help people with SIBO or dysbiosis, how to dose it, and where probiotics fit in. Interviewed by Elaine Marshall. Want the most comprehensive functional medicine training? Start your seven-day free trial at kharrazianinstitute.com and access over 300 hours of clinical training with Dr. Kharrazian and leading functional medicine clinicians. If you're not a clinician, look for functional medicine patient courses at drknews.com TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Discussing butyrate supplements and dosage 05:13 Benefits of butyrate for gut health 07:17 Role of LPS in inflammation 10:48 Starting butyrate supplementation 13:53 Teaching seminars and butyrate insights 17:20 Flaws in microbiome research 22:12 Understanding gut health supplements 23:34 Understanding microbiome and diet diversity 27:16 Health advice disclaimer Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Oct 26

    Episode 110: Migraines and Brain Injury

    Migraines are more than bad headaches. Migraine attacks trigger inflammation and reduce blood flow in the brain, leading to white matter lesions and higher risks of stroke and Alzheimer’s disease. Datis Kharrazian explains how rising migraine frequency is a red flag, how conventional treatment works, and how a functional medicine approach targets triggers like hormone imbalances, insulin resistance, allergies, and poor sleep. Supplements covered include magnesium, vitamin D, omega-3s, CoQ10, and riboflavin. Interviewed by Elaine Marshall. Want the most comprehensive functional medicine training? Start your seven-day free trial at kharrazianinstitute.com and access over 300 hours of clinical training with Dr. Kharrazian and leading functional medicine clinicians. If you're not a clinician, look for functional medicine patient courses at drknews.com TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Brain inflammation and MRI spots 08:24 How migraines trigger pain 14:06 Using migraine tracking apps 15:55 Link between obesity and migraines 18:30 Managing migraines with supplements 22:05 Functional medicine and migraine triggers 28:15 Understanding headaches vs. migraines 32:00 Role of adrenal glands in health 35:04 Exploring training and certification options Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Oct 21

    Episode 109: Leaky Gut & LPS: What Every Practitioner Should Know

    In this episode, Dr. Liz Lipski covers what drives intestinal permeability, how LPS affects inflammation, autoimmunity, the brain, and the skin, which tests are most useful, and practical healing strategies like glutamine, zinc carnosine, quercetin, demulcents, and bone broth. Enroll now in: Insights into Digestive Wellness, with Liz Lipski, PhD, FACN, CNS, IFMCP A Kharrazian Institute Master Class at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/lipski-digestive-wellness Practitioners can start a free 7-day trial at kharrazianinstitute.com TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Understanding brush borders and zonulin 04:15 Causes of leaky gut 08:13 Causes of celiac disease 12:11 Understanding leaky gut and its tests 13:56 Testing lactulose and mannitol molecules 19:46 Gut health and soothing remedies 21:17 Podcast closing and resources Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Oct 14

    Episode 108: Digestive Wellness with Dr. Liz Lipski

    Dr. Liz Lipski discusses how to choose the right elimination diet for each patient, why gut healing should be temporary, how resilient the microbiome really is, GLP-1s and Akkermansia, and which gut tests are actually useful. Enroll now in: Insights into Digestive Wellness, with Liz Lipski, PhD, FACN, CNS, IFMCP A Kharrazian Institute Master Class at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/lipski-digestive-wellness Practitioners can start a free 7-day trial at kharrazianinstitute.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction & the early days of functional nutrition 4:30 Gaps in medical training & "when in doubt, start with the gut" 7:00 Choosing the right elimination diet 10:30 Carnivore, SIBO & resetting the microbiome 14:00 FODMAP reintroduction & the big three: dairy, eggs, gluten 16:00 Elimination diets, orthorexia & disordered eating 19:30 GLP-1s, Akkermansia & satiety 23:00 What gut testing is actually useful 26:00 Comparing stool tests & final thoughts 29:00 Closing Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Oct 7

    Episode 107: Digestive Enzymes and the Overlooked Signs of Pancreatic Insufficiency

    Liz Lipski breaks down the three main types of digestive enzymes, how to test for pancreatic exocrine insufficiency using fecal elastase, and how to choose the right product for each patient. She walks through prescription options, full spectrum supplements, lipase-loaded formulas, and food-based sources, and explains why pancreatic insufficiency is so commonly missed because it presents exactly like IBS. Enroll now in: Insights into Digestive Wellness, with Liz Lipski, PhD, FACN, CNS, IFMCP at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/lipski-digestive-wellness TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Understanding Pancreatic Conditions 04:00 Testing for enzyme deficiency 07:13 Digestive enzymes and medical use 10:34 Protease enzymes and sensitivities 14:23 Digestive enzymes and their benefits 19:22 Enzyme naming and sensitivity options 23:15 Promoting resources for practitioners 24:13 Consult Your Healthcare Provider Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Sep 30

    Episode 106: Ferritin, Iron Deficiency & Iron Overload

    Ferritin is one of the most misunderstood markers on a blood test. A low-normal result doesn’t automatically mean iron deficiency, and an elevated result doesn’t necessarily mean iron overload. In this episode, Dr. Datis Kharrazian explains how ferritin reflects iron storage and inflammation, why unnecessary iron supplementation can create problems, and which tests offer clearer answers. Interviewed by Elaine Marshall. Want the most comprehensive functional medicine training? Start your seven-day free trial at kharrazianinstitute.com and access over 300 hours of clinical training with Dr. Kharrazian and leading functional medicine clinicians.  If you're not a clinician, look for functional medicine patient courses at drknews.com. TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 Iron absorption and aging challenges 03:56 Misinterpreting Ferritin Levels 07:49 Understanding ferritin and hemochromatosis 13:07 Understanding health risks for MS patients 15:47 Iron storage depletion explained 17:25 Managing iron deficiency and inflammation 20:39 How the body processes iron 25:51 Learning from Christy Sutton's insights 28:09 Importance of Blood Chemistry Analysis 30:32 Promoting educational resources and courses Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Sep 23

    Episode 105: The Future of AI in Clinical Practice

    Sunjya Schweig looks at where AI in clinical practice is headed over the next one to three years, from AI native EMRs and ambient scribing to fully integrated clinical copilots that surface real time insights and automate routine tasks. He outlines what practitioners who build fluency now will have over those who wait, why the skill advantage compounds over time, and how to stay current without drowning in information overload.  Enroll now in: Clinical Applications of AI: A Competency-Based Masterclass for Integrative and Functional Medicine Practitioners, with Sunjya Schweig, MD at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/schweig-ai-functional-medicine   TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 Discussing future AI developments 03:23 Automating patient intake with AI 09:09 AI streamlining healthcare decisions 10:57 Building expertise through micro-learning 16:45 AI fluency and customization in practice 18:53 Organizing and building with platforms 21:21 Closing and resources mention Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Sep 22

    Episode 107: AI in a functional medicine - with Dr. Sunjya Schweig

    Dr. Sunjya Schweig explains how AI is changing day-to-day clinical work in functional medicine. He walks through his clinic's HIPAA-compliant Claude setup and the workflow he uses to compare answers across multiple LLMs. He also makes the case for practitioners to move beyond simply querying ChatGPT and build curated AI knowledge bases for specific chronic-health protocols, patient onboarding, and other recurring clinical tasks. The conversation also covers the tensions of this transitional period. Patients now arrive at appointments with their own AI assistants, and insurance company bots are squaring off against practitioner automation. Dr. Schweig also discusses why the future of medicine may require more in-person connection, not less. Sunjya K. Schweig, MD, is an expert in complex chronic illnesses that require rigorous investigation and management. He has studied, taught, and practiced integrative and functional medicine for over 25 years. He founded and leads the California Center for Functional Medicine (CCFM). Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:27 Interview Begins 0:55 Dr. Schweig's Background 3:04 AI Hype vs. Doom 3:51 AI in Functional Medicine 6:13 Building Knowledge Bases 8:59 Patient-Facing AI 11:51 Quality of FM Info in LLMs 15:20 The Human Element 20:46 From Consumer to Producer 24:55 Mold Project Example 29:45 Marketing with AI 34:28 Insurance & AI Battles 36:35 Younger Generation & AI 37:05 Hiring AI Help 39:06 Closing Thoughts 41:21 Outro Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Solving the Puzzle with Dr. Datis Kharrazian is based on more than 20 years of Dr. Kharrazian's experience working with autoimmune and brain health patients throughout the U.S. and Europe, exhaustive review of the scientific research, and protocols he has innovated through trial and error in working with complex patient cases. Dr. Kharrazian discusses evidence-based models incorporating diet, nutrition, and lifestyle — protocols hard won through decades of working with tough, complex patient cases.  His goal is to help teach you effective models for so-called “mystery” symptoms and conditions so you can regain control of your health and life. Hashimoto's: Solving the Puzzle, is a new online course from Dr. Kharrazian, who is the originator of evidence-based strategies for managing autoimmune Hashimoto's hypothyroidism. This course has the most complete and current information for managing Hashimoto's available. You can find more information at drknews.com. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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