Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones

Dr. Greg Jones
  • 4.7 (14)
  • Health & Fitness
  • Updated Weekly

Welcome to the Optimization Academy Podcast! Here I will be interviewing some of my favorite innovators in the health care industry and beyond. We will be sharing tips and information on how to become the most powerful version of yourself using naturopathic and integrative medicine, fitness, nutrition, and more. Together we will give you the tools to be informed and empowered! Dr. Greg Jones is Naturopathic Physician, Navy Vet, Reformed Engineer, and Grumpy Dog Dad. His mission in medicine is to shift the conversation away from "sick" care to true healthiness and wellness.

  1. 1d ago

    97. The Gut-Brain Axis Explained: How Gut Health Affects Anxiety, Brain Fog & Mood

    The gut-brain axis plays a major role in mood, brain fog, inflammation, digestion, metabolism, and long-term health. In this episode, Dr. Greg Jones sits down with naturopathic physician Dr. Jennifer Stagg to explain the gut-brain connection, why the microbiome matters, and how gut health can influence anxiety, cravings, energy, and overall wellness. Dr. Stagg explains how stress can disrupt the gut microbiome and how the vagus nerve helps connect the digestive system with the nervous system. The conversation also explores leaky gut, butyrate, probiotics, digestive symptoms, and why gut problems do not always show up in obvious ways. If you are dealing with digestive issues, brain fog, anxiety, low energy, chronic inflammation, food cravings, or simply want to better understand the gut-brain connection, this episode offers science-based insight into how to support a healthier microbiome and improve resilience. Get 10% off your first order at Dr. Jones Supplement Store when you join the email list. https://drjonessupplements.com/ 📌 About Dr. Jennifer Stagg Dr. Jennifer Stagg is a naturopathic physician, clinical researcher, author, and founder of Whole Health Wellness Center in Connecticut. She holds degrees in biochemistry and nutrition from Memorial University of Newfoundland and earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University. Dr. Stagg is the author of The Bitter Prescription and Unzip Your Genes, and she co-hosts The Natural Doctors. Her work focuses on gut health, the microbiome, precision lifestyle medicine, inflammation, metabolic health, and helping patients address the root causes of chronic disease. 📌 Learn More About Dr. Jennifer Stagg Website: https://www.drstagg.com/ Whole Health Wellness Center: https://www.wholehealthllc.com/providers/dr-jennifer-j-stagg/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNaturalDoctors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjenniferstagg/ The Bitter Prescription: https://www.drstagg.com/the-bitter-prescription/ Unzip Your Genes: https://www.drstagg.com/unzipyourgenes/ 📌 Connect with Dr. Greg Jones Book Dr. Jones to speak at your next event: https://www.drjonesnmd.com/ Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregJonesNMD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrGregJonesNMD Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK 📌 Featured Event Dr. Jennifer Stagg and Dr. Greg Jones are both featured speakers at the EPIC Functional Medicine Conference 2026, sponsored by Biotics Research. Register here: https://www.bioticsresearch.com/epic2026  🔗 Authoritative Resources & Further Reading • Harvard Health – The Gut-Brain Connection: https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/the-gut-brain-connection • NIH/NCCIH – Probiotics: What You Need To Know: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/probiotics-what-you-need-to-know 🔬 Timestamps How Dr. Jennifer Stagg found functional medicine (00:00 - 04:41) Why so many health problems start in the gut (04:41 - 07:37) What is the gut-brain axis? (07:37 - 11:46) How the vagus nerve connects your gut and brain (11:46 - 15:24) What dysbiosis really means (15:24 - 19:12) How stress changes your gut (19:12 - 25:12) How to choose the right probiotic (25:12 - 29:12) What causes leaky gut? (29:12 - 31:44) Why butyrate is important for gut health (31:44 - 36:37) Why your gut is called the second brain (36:37 - 42:25) Can probiotics improve mood? (42:25 - 45:51) Simple ways to improve your gut health (45:51 - 51:37) Gut health problems you should not ignore (51:37 - 52:48) Final thoughts on protecting your gut (52:48 - 53:17)

  2. 5d ago

    5 Surprising Benefits of CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin (Beyond Muscle Growth)

    Dr. Jones clarifies how the combination of CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin can enhance growth hormone production and release. He elucidates the science in this peptides explained video, highlighting the potential health benefits his patients have experienced with ipamorelin and peptide therapy. Understand how these growth hormone-stimulating compounds work together.CHAPTERS00:00 What Are CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin?01:00 How They Work Together to Boost Growth Hormone02:00 The Well-Known Benefit: Muscle Growth & Fat Loss03:04 Surprising Benefit #1: Deep Restorative Sleep03:39 Surprising Benefit #2: Sharper Focus & Brain Function04:08 Surprising Benefit #3: Joint, Tendon & Ligament Repair04:37 Surprising Benefit #4: Improved Skin Health & Elasticity05:05 Surprising Benefit #5: Stronger Bones & Osteoporosis Prevention05:46 Final Thoughts & How to Learn MoreConnect with Dr. Greg JonesInstagram: @doctorjones_doctorjones Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ 📣 Subscribe + Follow: Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe and leave a review. 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrJonesNMDTV 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK?si=WhH4DW3oQw2k9qkfCtHZdQ ____________________________The information provided in this video is solely for educational and informational purposes. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to diagnose, treat, cure, or manage any health condition. Viewing this content does not establish or imply a doctor–patient relationship. You should not rely on this content as a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare professional regarding your own specific medical questions or health concerns. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, treatment, or lifestyle program. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have seen in this video. If you believe you may be experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

  3. Sep 16

    How to Build Muscle with Peptides

    Learn how peptides can support muscle growth, recovery, and performance without the risks of anabolic steroids. This video explains sarcopenia, the role of growth hormone–supporting peptides like CJC-1295, Ipamorelin, BPC-157, and PEG-MGF, and how to stack them safely for longevity and lean mass. Discover a smarter, physiology-based approach to building muscle and optimizing healthspan.CHAPTERS00:00 Why Muscle Matters for Longevity00:50 Understanding Sarcopenia and Muscle Loss with Age01:26 Risks of Traditional Steroids and Performance Drugs02:08 The Peptide Strategy for Smarter Muscle Building02:44 Foundational Health Before Using Peptides02:48 Key Peptides for Muscle Growth and Recovery04:27 How to Stack Peptides Based on Your Goals06:04 Cycling, Timing, and Monitoring for SafetyConnect with Dr. Greg JonesInstagram: @doctorjones_doctorjones Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ 📣 Subscribe + Follow: Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe and leave a review. 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCM2Jjqb7MqtZ7VDIuRjguLA 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK?si=WhH4DW3oQw2k9qkfCtHZdQ ____________________________The information provided in this video is solely for educational and informational purposes. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to diagnose, treat, cure, or manage any health condition. Viewing this content does not establish or imply a doctor–patient relationship. You should not rely on this content as a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare professional regarding your own specific medical questions or health concerns. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, treatment, or lifestyle program. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have seen in this video. If you believe you may be experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

  4. Sep 9

    96. Why Injuries Keep Coming Back: Load, Capacity & Recovery Explained

    Recurring injuries are often not just about bad luck, poor form, or one wrong movement. In this episode, Dr. Greg Jones sits down with Dr. Stefi Cohen, Doctor of Physical Therapy, strength coach, entrepreneur, and world-record powerlifter, to explain why injuries keep coming back and how training load, tissue capacity, recovery, and pain science all shape long-term healing. They discuss why active people often experience recurring back pain, shoulder injuries, and training setbacks even when they are doing “the right exercises.”  This conversation also covers the role of deadlifts, lifting technique, efficient movement, early injury management, shoulder pain red flags, regenerative medicine, PRP, prolotherapy, peptides, and practical ways to build a stronger, more resilient body.  If you are an athlete, coach, clinician, or active adult trying to recover from injury, train smarter, and prevent setbacks, this episode offers a clear framework for improving performance while respecting recovery. Get 10% off your first order at Dr. Jones Supplement Store when you join the email list. https://drjonessupplements.com/ 📌 About Dr. Stefi CohenDr. Stefi Cohen is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, strength coach, entrepreneur, and 25-time world-record-holding powerlifter. She made history as the first woman to deadlift 4.4 times her body weight in competition and has dedicated her career to helping athletes and active adults train smarter through evidence-based principles. Her work focuses on pain science, injury recovery, strength training, performance, and bridging the gap between rehabilitation and high-level training. Through the Institute of Strength Training, Dr. Cohen educates coaches, clinicians, and athletes on practical strategies for improving movement, managing pain, and building long-term resilience. 📌 Learn More About Dr. Stefi Cohen Website: https://instituteofstrengthtraining.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrStefiCohen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steficohen/ Training Programs: https://www.hybridperformancemethod.com/ 📌 Connect with Dr. Greg Jones Book Dr. Jones to speak at your next event: https://www.drjonesnmd.com/ Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregJonesNMD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrGregJonesNMD Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK 🔗 Authoritative Resources & Further Reading • MRI findings, disc degeneration, and low back pain https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26359154/ • Recent clinical practice guidelines for low back pain managementhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38693474/ • Training load capacity and injury riskhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34124660/  🔬 TimestampsIntroduction to Dr. Stefi Cohen (00:00 - 03:04) Combining strength training and physical therapy (03:04 - 04:24) Why injuries happen in active people (04:24 - 05:17) The biggest mistake athletes make when training (05:17 - 08:37) Why pain should not be ignored (08:37 - 10:03) Understanding low back pain and recurring injuries (10:03 - 13:03) When an MRI does not explain your pain (13:03 - 16:16) Should you rely on imaging or function? (16:16 - 18:21) Coaching athletes through pain and injury (18:21 - 19:25) Why deadlifts do not cause injuries (19:25 - 21:15) Is there really a “perfect” lifting technique? (21:15 - 25:44) Efficient movement vs. perfect form (25:44 - 30:55) What to do during the first 72 hours after a back injury (30:55 - 34:35) Why shoulder injuries are so common (34:35 - 37:39) When shoulder pain needs more than exercise (37:39 - 41:36) Recognizing the warning signs of a serious shoulder injury (41:36 - 44:31) Regenerative medicine, PRP, prolotherapy, and peptides (44:31 - 50:20) Building resilience through smarter training (50:20 - 55:42) Key takeaways for preventing recurring injuries (55:42 - 01:00:28) Where to connect with Dr. Stefi Cohen (01:00:28 - 01:01:40)

  5. Sep 2

    What You Need to Know About SEMAX on Memory, Focus, and Mental Sharpness

    Semax is a neuroprotective peptide studied for memory, focus, learning, and mental performance without the jitteriness of stimulants. In this video, Dr. Greg Jones explains how Semax increases BDNF, supports neuroplasticity, influences dopamine and serotonin, and why it has been used clinically for brain recovery and cognitive support. He also covers delivery methods, safety considerations, and who may benefit most.CHAPTERS00:00 What Semax Is and Why It’s Different From Stimulants00:31 History of Semax and Clinical Use in Russia01:18 How Semax Increases BDNF and Supports Neuroplasticity02:09 Cognitive, Mood, and Neuroprotective Benefits03:18 Nasal Spray vs Injectable Semax04:18 Safety, Side Effects, and Who Should Be CautiousConnect with Dr. Greg JonesInstagram: @doctorjones_doctorjones Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ 📣 Subscribe + Follow: Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe and leave a review. 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrGregJonesNMD🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK?si=WhH4DW3oQw2k9qkfCtHZdQ ____________________________The information provided in this video is solely for educational and informational purposes. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to diagnose, treat, cure, or manage any health condition. Viewing this content does not establish or imply a doctor–patient relationship. You should not rely on this content as a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare professional regarding your own specific medical questions or health concerns. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, treatment, or lifestyle program. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have seen in this video. If you believe you may be experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

  6. Aug 26

    95. Orforglipron Explained: The New Oral GLP-1 for Weight Loss

    Orforglipron is a new oral GLP-1 medication for weight loss, and many patients are asking how it compares to injectable options like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound. In this episode, Dr. Greg Jones is joined by Dr. Kris Wusterhausen to explain what orforglipron is, how it works, and where it may fit in the future of medical weight management. They discuss why this oral GLP-1 is different from traditional peptide-based therapies, including how small-molecule medications may affect absorption, dosing convenience, and patient accessibility. The conversation also covers what current research shows about weight-loss results, blood sugar changes, cardiovascular markers, side effects, contraception considerations, surgical precautions, and long-term use. If you are curious about orforglipron, oral GLP-1 medications, weight-loss drugs, metabolic health, muscle preservation, or how these therapies compare with injectable GLP-1 options, this episode offers a practical, clinically informed overview of the benefits, limitations, and unanswered questions. Get 10% off your first order at Dr. Jones Supplement Store when you join the email list. https://drjonessupplements.com/ 📌 About Dr. Kris Wusterhausen Dr. Kris Wusterhausen, DO, is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and founder of The Resurge Clinic in Weatherford, Texas. For nearly two decades, he has focused on hormone optimization, metabolic health, weight management, peptide therapy, and longevity medicine. In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Wusterhausen serves as Medical Director of the BioTE Training Clinic, where he helps educate healthcare providers on advanced approaches to preventive and age-management medicine. He is also a nationally recognized speaker who regularly lectures on hormones, peptides, body composition, and long-term health optimization. 📌Learn More About Dr. Kris Wusterhausen Website: https://www.theresurgeclinic.com/ About Dr. Kris: https://www.theresurgeclinic.com/about/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theresurgeclinic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPZhIf03cd8xu7_CKwAc41vdpeUEQMtem 📌Connect with Dr. Greg Jones Book Dr. Jones to speak at your next event: https://www.drjonesnmd.com/ Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregJonesNMD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrGregJonesNMD Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK 🔗 Want to learn more? Check these resources: • FDA Prescribing Information – Foundayo/orforglipron: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2026/220934Orig1s000lbl.pdf  • Lilly – Foundayo/orforglipron FDA Approval Announcement: https://investor.lilly.com/news-releases/news-release-details/fda-approves-lillys-foundayotm-orforglipron-only-glp-1-pill  • Daily oral orforglipron for adults with obesityhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37351564/  • Oral orforglipron for type 2 diabetes, HbA1c, and body weighthttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37369232/  🔬 Timestamps Introduction and recap of previous episodes (00:00 - 04:27) The evolution of longevity medicine (04:27 - 06:39) Understanding orforglipron as a new molecule (06:39 - 08:08) Bioavailability and absorption: small molecules vs. peptides (08:08 - 13:21) Clinical implications of orforglipron (13:21 - 16:48) Weight loss and patient expectations (16:48 - 20:45) Secondary benefits and cardiovascular health (20:45 - 24:49) Contraception considerations with orforglipron (24:49 - 29:17) Understanding GLP-1 and its implications (29:17 - 30:14) Surgical considerations with GLP-1 medications (30:14 - 33:39) Muscle preservation and management on GLP-1s (33:39 - 40:33) Integrating GLP-1s into hormone optimization protocols (40:33 - 45:30) Cost and accessibility of GLP-1 medications (45:30 - 49:53) Conclusions and future directions for GLP-1s (49:53 - 56:10)

  7. Aug 11

    94. AI in Medicine: How Machine Learning Is Changing the Future of Healthcare

    AI in medicine is rapidly changing how doctors analyze symptoms, review lab results, evaluate research, and make clinical decisions. In this episode, Dr. Greg Jones sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Wiegers, a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain specialist at BioReset Medical, to discuss how artificial intelligence and machine learning are reshaping the future of healthcare. They explore why doctors should view AI as a clinical assistant rather than a replacement, and how emerging tools may help improve diagnostic support, patient education, research discovery, clinical workflows, and personalized medicine. The conversation also addresses the risks of AI in healthcare, including overreliance, bias, incomplete context, accountability, and the importance of keeping trained clinicians at the center of medical decision-making. If you are interested in artificial intelligence in medicine, machine learning in healthcare, personalized medicine, regenerative medicine, or the future of doctor-patient care, this episode offers a practical look at both the promise and limitations of AI.Get 10% off your first order at Dr. Jones Supplement Store when you join the email list. https://drjonessupplements.com/📌 About Dr. Jeffrey WiegersDr. Jeffrey Wiegers, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain specialist with fellowship training from Cedars-Sinai. He is a physician at BioReset Medical, where he focuses on regenerative medicine, longevity, sports medicine, and complex chronic conditions.Dr. Wiegers is also involved in education and emerging healthcare technologies, with a particular interest in how innovation, regenerative medicine, and AI may improve patient outcomes.📌 Learn More About Dr. Jeffrey Wiegers Website: https://www.bioresetmedical.com/ Dr. Wiegers Bio: https://www.bioresetmedical.com/dr-jeffrey-wiegers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-wiegers-m-d-9bb65690 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffwiegers/📌 Connect with Dr. Greg Jones Book Dr. Jones to speak at your next event: https://www.drjonesnmd.com/ Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregJonesNMD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrGregJonesNMD Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK🔗 Want to learn more? Check these resources:American Medical Association – Augmented Intelligence in Medicine: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital-health/augmented-intelligence-medicine FDA – Artificial Intelligence in Drug and Biological Product Decision-Making: https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/considerations-use-artificial-intelligence-support-regulatory-decision-making-drug-and-biological Ethical Considerations in AI and Machine Learning in Healthcarehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39011215/ 🔬 TimestampsIntroduction and background of Dr. Jeff Wiegers (00:00 - 04:46)The role of AI in medicine (04:46 - 09:31)AI’s impact on medical specialties (09:31 - 14:16)Patient empowerment through AI (14:16 - 21:12)The future of AI in healthcare (21:12 - 25:01)AI in clinical practice: opportunities and challenges (25:01 - 31:52)Concerns and risks of AI in diagnostics (31:52 - 32:41)Trust and credibility in AI and healthcare (32:41 - 33:39)The role of clinicians in AI integration (33:39 - 34:49)AI’s impact on diagnostic skills (34:49 - 35:16)The limitations of AI in treatment plans (35:16 - 36:23)Accountability in AI-driven healthcare (36:23 - 38:20)Mental health and AI: a cautionary tale (38:20 - 39:32)AI tools for clinicians (39:32 - 40:44)The future of clinical trials with AI (40:44 - 46:23)Peptides and AI: a new frontier (46:23 - 49:05)The promise of personalized medicine (49:05 - 51:43)Advice for engaging with AI in healthcare (51:43 - 54:58)Conclusion and final thoughts (54:58 - 58:52)

  8. Jul 29

    93. Gut Health, SIBO & Muscle Loss: The Hidden Drivers of Chronic Disease

    Gut health plays a major role in chronic disease, inflammation, metabolism, and healthy aging. In this episode, Dr. Greg Jones explores how the gut microbiome influences whole-body health, why SIBO can cause widespread dysfunction, and how modern lifestyles may contribute to metabolic decline and muscle loss. The episode covers the risks of rapid weight loss from low-calorie dieting and GLP-1 medications, including potential lean mass loss, sarcopenia, myosteatosis, and long-term metabolic slowdown. If you are interested in gut health, SIBO, microbiome repair, muscle preservation, healthy aging, or metabolic optimization, this episode offers practical insight into rebuilding health from the inside out. Get 10% off your first order at Dr. Jones Supplement Store when you join the email list. https://drjonessupplements.com/ 📌 About Dr. William Davis Dr. William Davis is a preventive cardiologist, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and leading voice in microbiome and metabolic health. He is best known for the global Wheat Belly movement, which challenged conventional nutrition advice and highlighted the inflammatory and metabolic impact of modern wheat and ultra-processed foods. Through books including Wheat Belly, Undoctored, Super Gut, and SUPER Body, Dr. Davis has helped shift the conversation from symptom management to root-cause health restoration. His latest work focuses on body composition, muscle preservation, gut microbiome repair, and practical strategies to support long-term vitality, strength, and metabolic resilience. 🔗 Learn More About Dr. William Davis Website: https://drdavisinfinitehealth.com/ Blog: https://www.williamdavismd.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WilliamDavisMD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdavisinfinitehealth/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDavisInfiniteHealth/Book: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/william-davis-md/super-body/9780306835995/ 🔗 Connect with Dr. Greg Jones Book Dr. Jones to speak at your next event: https://www.drjonesnmd.com/ Enovative Wellness Center: https://enovativewellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregJonesNMD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrGregJonesNMD Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2QrMGwCIGo1kjdezfCyYDK 🔗 Authoritative Resources & Further Reading • Mayo Clinic – SIBO Diagnosis & Treatment: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/small-intestinal-bacterial-overgrowth/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20370172 • NIDDK – Gastrointestinal Microbiology & Infectious Diseases: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/research-funding/research-programs/gastrointestinal-microbiology-infectious-diseases 🔬 Timestamps Why a cardiologist started talking about gut health (00:00 - 05:19) How the microbiome connects to chronic disease (05:19 - 06:24) Antibiotics, pregnancy, and missing microbes (06:24 - 11:39) Why cholesterol guidelines still miss the bigger picture (11:39 - 19:42) The loss of healthy gut microbes in modern humans (19:42 - 23:36) What SIBO is and why it impacts the entire body (23:36 - 29:31) Breath testing, hydrogen gas, and detecting SIBO (29:31 - 43:18) Why low-FODMAP diets do not solve the root problem (43:18 - 45:14) Lactobacillus reuteri and the oxytocin connection (45:14 - 49:18) The problem with rapid weight loss and GLP-1s (49:18 - 52:49) Why losing muscle accelerates aging (52:49 - 57:07) Myosteatosis: fat deposits inside muscle tissue (57:07 - 59:45) The gut-muscle axis and preserving strength (59:45 - 01:02:00) Affordable ways to track muscle and visceral fat (01:02:00 - 01:05:44) First steps to rebuilding metabolic health (01:05:44 - 01:08:59) Where to learn more (01:08:59 - 01:11:26)

See All (111)

4.7
out of 5
14 Ratings

About

Welcome to the Optimization Academy Podcast! Here I will be interviewing some of my favorite innovators in the health care industry and beyond. We will be sharing tips and information on how to become the most powerful version of yourself using naturopathic and integrative medicine, fitness, nutrition, and more. Together we will give you the tools to be informed and empowered! Dr. Greg Jones is Naturopathic Physician, Navy Vet, Reformed Engineer, and Grumpy Dog Dad. His mission in medicine is to shift the conversation away from "sick" care to true healthiness and wellness.

Information

You Might Also Like