The Gut Connection

Everyone has heard the commercials about Low T or low testosterone. Why take testosterone into your body before you're sure you are unable to boost your own body's production of testosterone? Makes sense, right? Listen to this episode of The Gut Connection and find out some natural ways to increase productiona and utilization of testosterone.As always, if you need help, reach out to us at [email protected] or call us at 980-339-5155.

One of the mantras of Functional Medicine is that "Inflammation is the root cause of all kinds of evil diseases." In this episode, Dr. Jerby reviews the newer formulations of curcumin and the clinical data that backs up their uses. If you have an inflammation-related health problem, your licensed medical practitioner should definitely be considering these newer forms of curcumin as an important part of your treatment. If you don't have a licensed medical practitioner who is certified in Functional Medicine--Get one! As always, if you need help check us out at drjerby.com or call us at 980-339-5155.

In this episode, Dr. Jerby reviews clinical data that supports the Functional Medicine approach to high blood pressure which includes stress relief, exercise, anti-inflammatory foods, and herbal treatments. If you already have blood pressure problems, this approach can be a great way to reset your body and hopefully avoid pharmaceuticals. However, if you're already on medication for your blood pressure, the Functional Medicine approach can be an excellent adjunctive treatment and may decrease or eliminate your need for these medications. If you or a loved one has hypertension, this is the episode for you!If you need help, check us out at drjerby.com or call us at 980-339-5155.

The prevalence of autoimmune diseases is rising. Studies suggest that the prevalence of autoimmune disease is AT LEAST 1 in 10 people in the western world--and that is just the people that actually have a 'diagnosis.' Functional medicine approaches to autoimmunity are very effective and should be initiated BEFORE a person's autoimmune process worsens to the point of qualifying as a full-blown conventional medical diagnosis. Unless the autoimmune process reaches this level of severity, insurance companies won't approve standard and biologic pharmaceutical medications. But shouldn't these autoimmune processes be treated BEFORE reaching that level of severity? Yes, of course they should! In this episode, Dr. Jerby reviews the research that supports the use of "natural" agents in the treatment of autoimmune processes. Learn how Functional Medicine could help you if you are one of the tens of million of people with autoimmunity.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is increasing in prevalence worldwide.  Research shows that inflammation, toxins, and nutritional deficiencies all play into CKD and that addressing these factors can play an important role in treatment. If you're one of the millions with this serious health problem and want to be proactive rather than watch and wait to see if it gets worse, then this episode is an important one for you! Dr. Jerby lays out the research that's available and suggests ways to incorporate this important data now with the hope of stopping CKD now.  Enjoy!

In Functional Medicine, we are always looking for new research that shows scientific proof that natural treatments address root causes of chronic health problems and diseases. In this episode, Dr. Jerby reviews new data showing that the benefits of Boswellia serrata (commonly known as Indian Frankincense) extends to the treatment of yeast including Candida species. Although frankincense is well known from the Biblical account of the birth of Jesus, who knew that this ancient herb had so many medicinal uses? Listen to this episode and find out more!As always, if you need help or are weary of DIY health treatments, reach out to us and set up a free phone consultation to learn more about how we might be able to help you conquer your gut issues. Check us out at drjerby.com

In this episode, Dr. Jerby repents for all the gallbladders that he took out that probably didn't need to be taken out. As a recovering surgeon and Integrative Functional GI Specialist, he now is doing everything he can to SAVE THOSE GALLBLADDERS! Don't have yours removed unless it's absolutely necessary. Listen to this podcast and find out more.Check out Dr. Jerby's Integrative Functional GI practice here.

Many neurotransmitters begin their production in the GI tract and Serotonin is no exception with approximately 90% being produced in the gut. Loads of research has shown that your microbiome can have a profound impact on neurotransmitters which then can have an impact on your mood as well as gut dysfunction. If you have chronic mood issues including anxiety and/or depression, neurotransmitters in the gut could be playing a major role. Listen to this episode to learn more.As always, if you need help reach out to us at (980) 339-5155 Monday through Thursday 8:30-5:00 EST or set up a free 15 minute phone consultation by going to drjerby.com

A hot topic in conventional medicine is the use of GLP-1 agonists like Wegovy, Ozempic, Maunjaro, and others for the treatment of not only type 2 diabetes; but also obesity, fatty liver, vascular disease, and other metabolic dysfunctions. In this episode, Dr. Jerby offers his opinion and approach to these pharmaceutical medications and then suggests the Functional Medicine paradigm for the management of these metabolic problems. So no matter if you're trying to keep from having to take GLP-1 medications or if you're already on them and would like to know what needs to be done when/if you stop them, this episode is for you!As always, if you need help you can call us at (980)339-5155 or sign up for a free phone consultation at drjerby.com

In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses the research that is showing the effects of Glyphosate (the main ingredient in RoundUp) on thyroid function as well as other terrible effects. It's definitely time to avoid all known sources of this toxic chemical!Listen to this episode and find out how.As always, if you need help, please contact us! We approach health problems from a functional medicine approach and every person is treated according to his or her unique set of imbalances. No "cookie cutter" or "one-size-fits-all" treatments with our practice. Call us at (980)339-5155 for more information.