Best Dr Nikolas Hedberg DC Functional Medicine Research Podcasts (2024)

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PEA (palmitoylethanolamide) and Upper Respiratory Viruses 8:20

9M ago8:20

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A new study entitled, “The Efficacy of Palmitoylethanolamide (Levagen+) on the Incidence and Symptoms of Upper Respiratory Tract Infection-A Double Blind, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Trial” aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a signaling lipid called Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) in reducing the occurrence, duration, and severity of upper respi…

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Mold Toxicity and Ginkgo Biloba 7:48

9M ago7:48

7:48

A new paper entitled “Isorhamnetin protects porcine oocytes from zearalenone-induced reproductive toxicity through the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway” investigated the effects of a natural flavonoid called isorhamnetin on the damage caused by a toxin called Zearalenone (ZEA) to pig oocytes (immature egg cells). Zearalenone (ZEA) is a harmful mycotoxin …

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Long COVID, Thromboinflammation and Immune Dysregulation 9:43

10M ago9:43

9:43

A new paper published in the journal Science entitled, “Persistent complement dysregulation with signs of thromboinflammation in active Long Covid” sheds light on the causes of Long COVID. The authors begin by pointing out the current hypotheses about the causes of Long COVID, including persistent inflammation, autoimmunity, tissue damage, and vira…

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Ginkgo Biloba’s Antiviral Properties 9:23

10M ago9:23

9:23

Ginkgo biloba, known for its distinctive fan-shaped leaves, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly in Asia. Ginkgo biloba is often touted as an herb for brain health, such as improving memory and cognition. This reputation does a great disservice to the most versatile herb in the world. Ginkgo biloba can be used as a pote…

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3-Day Gut Reset Elemental Diet 12:54

10M ago12:54

12:54

For people with food sensitivities and chronic digestive disorders, the holiday season can be tough. Invitations to indulge in forbidden foods are everywhere—from checkout lines and television ads to office parties and family gatherings. For many, resisting temptation may be an insurmountable challenge. Sometimes, the visceral presence or memory of…

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Long COVID and Grapeseed Extract 13:10

11M ago13:10

13:10

Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) or long-haul COVID, refers to a condition where individuals experience persistent symptoms or develop new symptoms after recovering from the acute phase of COVID-19. Long COVID can affect individuals who had mild, moderate, or severe initial COVID-19 infections and can per…

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Long COVID and Mango Fruit Powder 11:06

11M ago11:06

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SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can severely damage the body’s circulatory vessels, which inhibits oxygen, hormones, and nutrients from getting to vital body tissues. Patients with Long COVID have been shown to have impaired microcirculation up to 18 months after infection, and possibly even longer if those vessels aren’t repaired. Dama…

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Long COVID and Ginkgo biloba 9:04

12M ago9:04

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5 case reports were reported in an excellent paper on ginkgo biloba and Long COVID symptoms. Patients with Long COVID were given 80 mg of ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) twice a day. Patient 1 took ginkgo biloba for 11 weeks, and he had a substantial improvement in cognitive concerns, decreased perception of fatigue and an improvement in olfaction.…

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Upper Respiratory Infections and PEA (palmitoylethanolamide) 8:14

1y ago8:14

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The endogenous compound PEA (palmitoylethanolamide) is a natural anti-inflammatory agent which works in affiliation with the endocannabinoid system to help modulate pain. PEA was first discovered in the 1950s after being isolated from the lipid fraction of egg yolk. In recent years, PEA research has largely focused on neuropathic pain states and ma…

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Long COVID, PEA and Luteolin 12:25

1y ago12:25

12:25

Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is a naturally occurring endocannabinoid-like lipid mediator naturally found in many plants. PEA is analgesic, immunomodulatory, neuroprotective, antipyretic, antiepileptic, anti-inflammatory, anticonvulsant, antibacterial and antiviral. PEA also increases endocannabinoids and it down regulates mast cell activation. PEA …

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Long COVID, CoQ10 and Alpha Lipoic Acid 11:06

1+ y ago11:06

11:06

A new study entitled, “Coenzyme Q10 + alpha lipoic acid for chronic COVID syndrome” has been published in the journal Clinical and Experimental Medicine which found that supplementation with Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and alpha lipoic acid (ALA) may be helpful in Long COVID.COVID-19 can deplete CoQ10 levels and damage the mitochondria which are important…

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Elemental Diet Benefits and How To Follow 25:28

1+ y ago25:28

25:28

The elemental diet dates back to 1932 and is one of the most utilized tools by functional medicine practitioners. It is useful for a variety of gut-related conditions and even conditions outside the gut. The elemental diet is a liquid diet that reduces inflammation in the gut, heals the gut barrier, and has an antibacterial effect.The elemental die…

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Zinc Assessment and Clinical Applications 23:40

2y ago23:40

23:40

Zinc FunctionsZinc is an essential trace element required by almost every biological process in the human body including growth and development, immune function, wound healing, protein and DNA synthesis, and cell division. It is used in over 300 enzymatic reactions, serves as an anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant, and is important for sight, hear…

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Berberine: Benefits and Clinical Applications 20:53

2y ago20:53

20:53

Berberine is an isoquinolone alkaloid that is bitter and bright golden yellow in color. It is derived mainly from the roots, stems and rhizomes of plants such as Coptis chinensis (Chinese golden thread), Hydrastis canadensis (goldenseal), Berberis aquifolium (Oregon grape), and Berberis vulgaris (barberry). It has been used for thousands of years i…

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Vitamin B12 Assessment and Management 20:23

2+ y ago20:23

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Background Information—Form and Function of B12Vitamin B12 FormCyanocobalamin has no known biochemical function. It must be converted to become active. It gets converted for use into hydroxocobalamin, methylcobalamin, or adenosylcobalamin. These three forms are equal in bioavailability.An exception to this is for the use of adenosylcobalamin in inf…

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Magnesium L-Threonate: Benefits and Clinical Applications 17:39

2+ y ago17:39

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Many factors in our modern society increase the risk of magnesium deficiency, placing a vast number of individuals at risk of suboptimal levels. An individual’s magnesium level can become depleted from issues such as medication usage, chronic diseases, poor magnesium content in crops and soil, and the increased consumption of refined and processed …

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Hypochlorhydria: Causes, Symptoms, Assessment, and Management 16:57

2+ y ago16:57

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The combination of hydrochloric acid, lipase, and pepsin combine to create the acidic gastric juices found in the stomach. These healthy stomach acid levels serve as a first line of defense for the gastrointestinal system, preventing infectious agents from reaching the intestines. A normal gastric pH is considered to be present with pH values >3, w…

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Vagus Nerve Impairment and Long COVID-19 9:04

2+ y ago9:04

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A new paper entitled, “Impaired Vagal Activity in Long-COVID-19 Patients” sheds light on the vagus nerve’s involvement in Long-COVID-19.COVID-19 is divided into three phases of infection:1. “Acute COVID-19” (signs and symptoms of COVID-19 infection up to 4 weeks).2. “Ongoing symptomatic COVID-19” (from 4 weeks up to 12 weeks).3. “Post-COVID-19 synd…

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Dr Nikolas Hedberg DC Functional Medicine Research Podcasts

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Functional Medicine Research with Dr. Nikolas Hedberg, DC

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg, DC - Functional Medicine Researcher

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PEA (palmitoylethanolamide) and Upper Respiratory Viruses 8:20

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Mold Toxicity and Ginkgo Biloba 7:48

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Long COVID, Thromboinflammation and Immune Dysregulation 9:43

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Ginkgo Biloba’s Antiviral Properties 9:23

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3-Day Gut Reset Elemental Diet 12:54

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Long COVID and Grapeseed Extract 13:10

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Long COVID and Mango Fruit Powder 11:06

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Long COVID and Ginkgo biloba 9:04

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Upper Respiratory Infections and PEA (palmitoylethanolamide) 8:14

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Long COVID, PEA and Luteolin 12:25

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Long COVID, CoQ10 and Alpha Lipoic Acid 11:06

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Elemental Diet Benefits and How To Follow 25:28

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Zinc Assessment and Clinical Applications 23:40

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Berberine: Benefits and Clinical Applications 20:53

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Vitamin B12 Assessment and Management 20:23

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Magnesium L-Threonate: Benefits and Clinical Applications 17:39

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Hypochlorhydria: Causes, Symptoms, Assessment, and Management 16:57

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Vagus Nerve Impairment and Long COVID-19 9:04

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