Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

Dr. Jockers
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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.

  1. 14h ago

    Top Foods, Nutrients and Peptides for Cellular Longevity with Dr. Josh Axe

    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 super berries and pomegranates to organ meats, healthy fats, fermented foods, and longevity mushrooms, do the most to slow that process down.   Dr. Axe and Dr. Jockers also break down his top longevity supplements, including vitamin D, soil-based probiotics, omega-3s, magnesium, and NAD/NMN, why quality matters so much more than quantity when it comes to supplements, and the surprising role of the gut microbiome, bee products, and daily herbal tea in living a longer, more vibrant life.   In This Episode:  00:00 Berry Powders Routine 00:14 Longevity Podcast Intro 04:02 What Is Cellular Longevity 04:52 Aging Organs and Cells 06:52 Cell Membranes and Mitochondria 09:26 Foods to Live Past 100 09:53 Super Berries for Longevity 13:18 Pomegranate and Urolithin A 17:24 Akkermansia and Ellagic Acid 19:00 Vegetables for Detox and Heart 20:35 Organ Meats and Methylation 23:44 Protein and Like Supports Like 25:37 Omega 3s and Healthy Fats 28:59 Oil Quality Over Smoke Point 29:18 Choosing High Polyphenol Olive Oil 30:19 Healthy Fats For Longevity 30:52 Fermented Foods And Gut Health 32:30 Longevity Mushrooms Explained 33:58 Longevity Foods Recap 34:42 Top Supplements Vitamin D 40:13 Probiotics Omega 3 And Quality 43:32 Avoiding Bad Supplements Calcium 44:21 NAD NMN And Supplement Impact 46:54 Magnesium Adaptogens And Green Tea 48:44 Bee Products And Venom Therapy 51:23 Herbal Tea Daily Ritual 52:28 Where To Find Dr Josh Axe 53:50 Final Thanks And Sign Off   This podcast is sponsored by Paleo Valley's Turmeric Complex, a whole-food organic turmeric formula (not just isolated curcumin) blended with coconut oil and black pepper for absorption, plus ginger, rosemary, and cloves for extra anti-inflammatory and brain-support benefits. Go to paleovalley.com/jockers for 15% off your order.   Bon Charge's Red Light Toothbrush combines the most researched red and near-infrared wavelengths (660 and 830 nanometers) with sonic power to support circulation, manage gingival inflammation, and aid recovery after dental procedures, all in your everyday brushing routine. It's HSA/FSA eligible, travel-ready, and low EMF. Go to boncharge.com and use code DRJOCKERS for 15% off, with free shipping and a 12-month warranty.   Inflammaging, the chronic low-grade inflammation that accelerates aging, often shows up first in the skin. Holistic Goddess Frankincense Castor Oil roll-on uses organic, cold-pressed, hexane-free castor oil and organic frankincense to deeply moisturize and soften the look of fine lines, with a cooling rose quartz applicator. Go to holisticgoddess.com and use code DRJOCKERS for free shipping.   Busy, stressed, low-carb, or training hard? You're likely losing more electrolytes than you realize. ReLyte from Redmond is made with Redmond's Real Salt, an ancient, unrefined Utah sea salt with trace minerals, plus two types of magnesium for better absorption, no sugar, and no artificial ingredients. Go to redmond.life/drjockers and use code JOCKERS for 15% off. "Pomegranates are right up there with goji berries as top superfoods for longevity."   Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean  TuneIn Radio   Resources:  Visit paleovalley.com/jockers to get 15% off Paleo Valley's Turmeric Complex and other products Visit boncharge.com and use code DRJOCKERS for 15% off the Red Light Toothbrush, with free shipping and a 12-month warranty Visit holisticgoddess.com and use code DRJOCKERS for free shipping on the Frankincense Castor Oil roll-on Visit redmond.life/doctorjockers and use code JOCKERS for 15% off ReLyte electrolytes     Connect with Dr. Josh Axe: Website – https://draxe.com/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Book – https://amzn.to/4glff4y   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/

  2. 4d ago

    Top 5 Drinks That Clear Your Arteries Quickly

    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 drinks work to reduce visceral fat, improve insulin sensitivity, lower inflammatory markers like CRP and ApoB, and support nitric oxide production and arterial repair. Dr. Jockers also shares a simple 30-day rotation plan for weaving these drinks into your daily routine.   In This Episode:  00:00 Chocolate Myth Busted 00:13 Episode Setup and Reviews 01:00 Health Coaching Offer 03:52 Why Arteries Clog 05:37 Drink 1 Pomegranate Elixir 08:06 Drink 2 Turmeric Coffee 12:30 Drink 3 Olive Oil Shot 16:15 Drink 4 ACV Cinnamon Shot 18:53 Drink 5 Cacao Hot Chocolate 22:47 30 Day Rotation Plan 24:41 Wrap Up and Outro   Discover clinically inspired, clean skincare trusted by over 60,000 women and featured in outlets like Elle and Cosmopolitan. Pureance offers advanced formulas like Cellular Restore Serum with bakuchiol, deep-hydration Tremella Mushroom Serum, Lift & Glow Eye Cream, and Even Glow Serum powered by Kakadu plum. For a limited time, get 35% off your entire order when you shop at Pureance.com and use promo code JOCKERS at checkout. n oranges. Go to Pureance.com and enter code JOCKERS at checkout for 35% off your order today. Head to beamminerals.com/DRJOCKERS and use code DRJOCKERS for 20% off your first order. Give BEAM Minerals a try and discover why mineral replenishment could be the missing piece in your wellness routine. Get 20% off your first order at beamminerals.com/DRJOCKERS with code DRJOCKERS.   "Visceral fat chokes off blood supply to your vital organs like your liver and your heart, and releases inflammatory compounds."  ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Visit https://pureance.com and get 35% off with code JOCKERS at checkout. Visit beamminerals.com/DRJOCKERS and use code DRJOCKERS for 20% 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/

  3. 5d ago

    The Insulin Resistance Healing Protocol That Works

    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 "obesogens" hiding in your food, water, and home can stall fat loss no matter how clean you eat, and the exact fasting and eating-window strategy.   Dr. Jockers uses to help clients rebuild their fat-burning machinery. He closes with the one mindset shift that determines whether any of it sticks. In This Episode:  00:00 Identity Change Mindset 00:18 Welcome and Support 04:36 Insulin Resistance Explained 05:45 Stop Late Night Eating 07:02 Cut Toxic Seed Oils 09:03 Hidden Toxins Obesogens 14:18 Detox Habits and Fasting 15:14 Regain Fat Burning 16:35 5-1-1 Fasting Plan 19:22 Protein Muscle and Walking 20:11 Step Seven Identity Shift 21:09 Final Call to Action 21:23 Podcast Outro   Most brain-health supplements fail before they even reach your bloodstream, but Purality Health's Lion's Mane Complex uses nano-absorption technology to encapsulate its nutrients into healthy lipid molecules for full absorption, so you actually get the memory, focus, and mood benefits of Lion's Mane instead of losing them to stomach acid. Go to lionsmanecomplex.com/drj for their buy-one-get-one-free deal, backed by a full six-month, 180-day money-back guarantee.   Red light therapy meets your daily brushing routine with the BonCharge Red Light Toothbrush, which combines the clinically studied 660 and 830 nanometer red and near-infrared wavelengths with sonic power to support healthy gums and circulation. It's HSA/FSA eligible, travel-ready, and low EMF. Go to BonCharge.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS for 15% off, plus free shipping and a 12-month warranty.   "Late-night eating is the biggest driver of insulin resistance and belly fat." ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Visit lionsmanecomplex.com/drj for a buy-one-get-one-free deal on Purality Health's Lion's Mane Complex Visit BonCharge.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS for 15% off the Red Light Toothbrush 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/

  4. Aug 25

    The SHOCKING Benefits of Not Eating for 72 Hours

    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, autophagy, mitochondrial biogenesis, and a dramatic spike in growth hormone, plus why your body targets visceral fat and old, damaged proteins before anything else.   Dr. Jockers and Ben also cover how to prepare your body before a long fast, what to eat (and avoid) once you break it, which liquids and supplements actually support a fast, and the specific dopamine and immune system resets that happen at the 48 and 72 hour marks.   In This Episode:  00:00 Fasting Supplements Debate 00:27 Podcast Intro and 72 Hour Fast 04:06 12 to 16 Hours Fat Burning 05:51 Ketones and Brain Clarity 08:48 BDNF and Stress Resilience 11:07 Spiritual and Dopamine Reset 13:51 24 Hours Autophagy Begins 16:53 Visceral Fat and Mitochondria 25:12 Growth Hormone and Muscle Loss 29:06 Preparing for a Long Fast 34:20 Push Past Dinner Cravings 35:08 Ghrelin Waves and Herbal Tea 36:43 Deeper Fat Burning Benefits 37:23 Fatty Liver Fuel Explained 38:43 No Such Thing Failed 39:54 Gut Stem Cells and Leaky 44:15 Dopamine Reset at 48 46:38 Immune Reset at 72 47:12 Water Fast vs ProLon 49:29 Discipline and Addiction Break 50:21 What to Drink While 51:59 Supplements Binders and Gut 56:56 Breaking Fast Safely 58:18 Where to Find Jockers 01:00:23 Gratitude Closing Thoughts   Paleo Valley grass-fed meat sticks are a clean, kid-friendly snack (or even a meal replacement) with no sugar, additives, or preservatives, and the proper omega-6 to omega-3 ratio you want from grass-fed beef. They come in beef and turkey, with flavors like original, garlic summer sausage, and teriyaki. Go to paleovalley.com/jockers for 15% off your order. If quality protein is always the hardest part of getting dinner on the table, ButcherBox delivers over 100 premium protein options straight to your door, including 100% grass-fed beef, free-range organic chicken, crate-free pork, and wild-caught seafood, fully customizable to fit your routine. Go to butcherbox.com/drjockers to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ground beef for life, or free chicken thighs or top sirloins in every box for a year, with free shipping always. Your skin can absorb more chlorine in a single 10-minute shower than from drinking eight glasses of tap water, and that's exactly what the Aquatru Shower filter is built to stop. It uses advanced four-stage filtration with a copper-zinc KDF blend to neutralize chlorine and chloramine the moment water hits it, protecting your hair, skin, and hair color. Head to aquatrushower.com and use promo code SHNUTRITION for 20% off your Aquatru Shower today.   Right now, Orion is offering our listeners 15% off at ORIONSLEEP.COM/DRJOCKERS. Plus free shipping, a 30-day free trial with a full refund, and a 2-year warranty Get better sleep, backed by your own data at ORIONSLEEP.COM/DRJOCKERS. "Visceral fat is literally choking out blood supply from getting into your vital organs."   Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean  TuneIn Radio   Resources:  Visit paleovalley.com/jockers to get 15% off Paleo Valley grass-fed meat sticks and other products Visit butcherbox.com/drjockers to get $20 off your first box, plus a free item choice and free shipping Visit aquatrushower.com and use promo code SHNUTRITION to get 20% off Aquatru Shower     Connect with Ben Azadi: Website: https://benazadi.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KetoKamp  Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ben-azadi-show/id1470779784   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/

  5. Aug 21

    Top 8 Signs of a Vitamin B12 Deficiency and How to Fix It

    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 the whole story. Dr. Jockers explains additional markers he considers, including homocysteine and red blood cell measurements, and what they can reveal about B12 status. You'll also learn what can contribute to low B12, including diet, chronic stress, certain medications, and poor stomach acid production. Plus, Dr. Jockers shares the food sources and forms of supplementation he recommends for supporting healthy B12 levels.   In This Episode:  00:00 Sulfite Sensitivity Clue 00:18 Welcome and Episode Overview 00:53 Reviews and Coaching Info 03:37 Top B12 Deficiency Signs 04:35 Lab Ranges and Hidden Deficiency 05:57 Little Known Symptoms 07:03 Why B12 Matters in the Body 08:06 Blood Markers to Check 11:32 Homocysteine and Glutathione 12:06 Best Food Sources of B12 12:51 Common Causes of Low B12 14:08 Absorption Issues and Intrinsic Factor 15:05 Best B12 Supplements and Forms 16:35 Testing and Final Takeaways 17:07 Closing and Next Steps   If you're tired of thin, lifeless hair, Hydra Lift Volumizing Shampoo by Pureance can help strengthen and restore your hair's appearance. Formulated with wheat protein to support stronger-looking hair follicles and betaine from sugar beets to help hydrate strands, it helps transform dry, brittle hair into fuller, more resilient locks. Try Hydra Lift risk-free and save 35% on your entire order with code JOCKERS at pureance.com.   MasterClass keeps adding new classes, so there's never been a better time to get in. Right now, as a listener of this show, you get at least 15% off any annual membership at MASTERCLASS.com/DRJOCKERS. That's 15% off at MASTERCLASS.com/DRJOCKERS. Head to MASTERCLASS.com/DRJOCKERS to see the latest offer!   "Brain fog, anxiety, and depression can all be connected to inadequate B12."  ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Visit https://pureance.com and get 35% off with code JOCKERS at checkout. Get 15% off at MASTERCLASS.com/DRJOCKERS     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/

  6. Aug 20

    What is The Best Nutrition Strategy For Optimal Health?

    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 based on your digestion, satiety, energy, and symptoms. Dr. Jockers also explains why foods considered "healthy" can still create problems when individual sensitivities are involved.   You'll also learn how factors like FODMAPs, histamines, oxalates, and other food compounds can influence how you feel, plus simple ways to better understand your digestive thresholds and personalize your nutrition without forcing yourself into a one-size-fits-all plan. In This Episode:  00:00 Oxalate Warning Signs 00:19 Podcast Welcome and Coaching 04:24 Best Diet Is Personal 05:32 Real Food Foundations 06:40 Protein and Fat Targets 08:25 Add Plants and Spot Triggers 10:53 FODMAPs Histamines Nightshades 12:08 Digestive Biohacks Tests 15:31 Fat and Fiber Tolerance Tests 19:30 Histamine Oxalate Mycotoxin Checks 24:12 Lifestyle Digestion Habits 25:21 Wrap Up and Resources   One supplement I've been really impressed with is Purality Health's Lion's Mane Complex. Lion's Mane is known for its brain-supporting benefits, and Purality Health uses nano-absorption technology to help your body better absorb these important compounds that support NGF production, memory, focus, and overall cognitive health. Right now, they're offering a buy one, get one free deal with a 180-day money-back guarantee. To try it for yourself, go to lionsmanecomplex.com/drj and take advantage of this special offer today.   Healthy, younger-looking skin starts at the cellular level with OneSkin. Powered by the patented OS-01 peptide, these clinically tested products are designed to target visible signs of aging instead of simply covering them up. Save 15% with code DRJOCKERS at oneskin.co/drjockers.   "The healthiest diet is one built around real food and personalized to how you digest, feel, and function.". ~ Dr. Jockers   Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Visit lionsmanecomplex.com/drj and take advantage of this special offer today Save 15% with code DRJOCKERS at oneskin.co/drjockers 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/

  7. Aug 18

    The Secret Brain Defenders That Protect Against Dementia & Alzheimer's with Dr David Perlmutter

    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. Perlmutter explains how blood sugar, insulin resistance, gut health, and chronic inflammation can influence microglial function and why addressing these factors may be important long before memory problems appear.   You'll also hear practical ways to support your brain through exercise, nutrition, sleep, metabolic flexibility, and other daily habits. Dr. Perlmutter shares why protecting your brain isn't just about what happens later in life—and how the choices you make today can help shape your cognitive future.   In This Episode:  00:00 Amyloid Myth Busted 00:15 Show Intro and Guest 04:18 Book Inspiration Microglia 06:02 Symptom Care vs Root Cause 09:51 Microglia M1 vs M2 11:15 Gut Brain Inflammation Link 15:01 Metabolism Mirrors Microglia 17:57 Infections Vaccines and Triggers 19:31 CTE Diabetes and Feedforward 25:20 New Tools and Beta Amyloid Drugs 30:37 Cochrane Verdict Drugs Fail 33:28 Lifestyle Trial Reverses Decline 38:23 Microglia Lifestyle Levers 39:07 Exercise Myokines Brain Boost 42:20 Alzheimers Risk Epigenetics 45:12 Imaging Microglia TSPO 46:24 Fasting Ketones Brain Fuel 49:45 MCT Oil Memory Care 51:16 POINTER Lifestyle Trial 55:57 Fiber Polyphenols Foods 58:34 Supplements DHA Vitamin D 01:02:23 Key Labs Glucose Tau 01:06:19 Prevention Mission Wrap 01:07:43 Final Thanks Outro   Enjoy a clean, protein-packed snack with PaleoValley's Grass-Fed Beef Sticks. Made without sugar, additives, or preservatives, they're packed with healthy fats and grass-fed nutrients to help curb cravings, support steady energy, and keep you satisfied on the go. Save 15% with code DRJOCKERS at paleovalley.com/drjockers.   Give your hair and skin routine an upgrade with iRestore's advanced red light therapy devices. The iRestore Elite combines 300 lasers and 200 LEDs to support thicker, healthier-looking hair, while the cordless Illumina Face Mask uses triple-wavelength light therapy to target fine lines, breakouts, and dullness. Take advantage of iRestore's Labor Day savings and huge discounts at iRestore.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS to save. Stop guessing about your health and start understanding what's happening inside your body with Superpower Health. One simple blood draw measures 100+ biomarkers covering your heart, liver, thyroid, hormones, metabolism, vitamins, minerals, and environmental toxins, plus you'll get ongoing tracking and access to a clinician team. Head to Superpower.com and use promo code JOCKERS to get $20 off your membership for a limited time.    Support your joints, hair, nails, skin, and recovery with BUBS Naturals Collagen Peptides, a tasteless, odorless formula that mixes easily into coffee, smoothies, or juice. It has zero sugar, sweeteners, or fillers and is third-party tested, NSF Certified for Sport, Whole30 Approved, and sustainably sourced from grass-fed, pasture-raised cattle. Head to BUBSNaturals.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS to get 20% off for a limited time. "Exercise isn't just changing your body. It's changing the environment inside your brain."   Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean  TuneIn Radio   Resources:  Enjoy 15% off grass-fed beef sticks with code DRJOCKERS at paleovalley.com/drjockers. Go to iRestore.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS Visit Superpower.com and use promo code JOCKERS to get $20 off Visit BUBSNaturals.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS to get 20% off     Connect with Dr. David Perlmutter: Book - https://a.co/d/06cRZKlT Website - https://drperlmutter.com/   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/

  8. Aug 14

    Improving Vagal Tone For Gut Health, Stress, Sleep and Healing

    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 states, and the signs that your nervous system may need more support.   Learn simple strategies to activate and strengthen your vagus nerve, including breathing techniques, humming, light exposure, sleep optimization, and key nutrients that help support nervous system recovery.   In This Episode:  00:00 Heart Breath Ratio Test 00:21 Podcast Intro and Vagal Tone Benefits 00:49 Reviews and Health Coaching 03:53 Vagus Nerve Explained 05:54 Polyvagal States and Symptoms 08:53 At Home Vagal Tone Tests 13:26 Root Causes of Poor Tone 14:16 Daily Practices to Boost Tone 16:17 Key Nutrients for Vagus Nerve 16:51 Wrap Up and Share   Discover clinically inspired, clean skincare trusted by over 60,000 women and featured in outlets like Elle and Cosmopolitan. Pureance offers advanced formulas like Cellular Restore Serum with bakuchiol, deep-hydration Tremella Mushroom Serum, Lift & Glow Eye Cream, and Even Glow Serum powered by Kakadu plum. For a limited time, get 35% off your entire order when you shop at Pureance.com and use promo code JOCKERS at checkout.    One supplement I've been really impressed with is Purality Health's Lion's Mane Complex. Lion's Mane is known for its brain-supporting benefits, and Purality Health uses nano-absorption technology to help your body better absorb these important compounds that support NGF production, memory, focus, and overall cognitive health. Right now, they're offering a buy one, get one free deal with a 180-day money-back guarantee. To try it for yourself, go to lionsmanecomplex.com/drj and take advantage of this special offer today.   "When the vagal tone is poor, the nervous system can struggle to adapt to stress."  ~ Dr. Jockers     Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio     Resources: Visit https://pureance.com and get 35% off with code JOCKERS at checkout. Visit lionsmanecomplex.com/drj and take advantage of this special offer today     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/

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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.

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    Dr. Jockers
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    2020 - 2026
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    765
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