Best Belly Blog Podcasts (2024)

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Nootropics vs Neurotrophics: Know the difference for preservation of brain health 27:02

2h ago27:02

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You have likely heard the headlines: cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are on the rise. Part of the increase is due to an aging population. But there are reasons that are adding to the increase beyond this. The epidemics of insulin resistance (recall that dementia is often labeled “type 3 diabetes,” meaning that the b…

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Have Depression, Anxiety, Fibromyalgia? MTHFR May Play a Role! 21:13

4h ago21:13

21:13

Karen delves into the often-overlooked MTHFR genetic variant and its significant impact on health. She explains the crucial differences between folate and folic acids. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the MTHFR gene mutation, which affects the body's ability to utilize essential B vitamins, and offers practical advice on supplements l…

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At-Home Hormone Testing and Karen Goes on a Rant 22:01

18d ago22:01

22:01

Karen discusses the importance of at-home testing and goes on a rant about providers who dismiss them (and their patients) out-of-hand. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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The Microbiome and Skin: My Interview with Microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, PhD 57:55

22d ago57:55

57:55

In this episode of the Defiant Health podcast, I have a special guest: microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, PhD. In addition to conducting research on microbiome and health issues, Dr. Krishnan also built a successful company called Microbiome Labs, a major provider of unique probiotic products. Dr. Krishnan has gained an international reputation for inn…

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The Microbiome-Cancer Connection 22:06

15d ago22:06

22:06

Cancer is, of course, something we all fear, a collection of diseases that strike us down unexpectedly and often put us at the mercy of a deeply flawed and exploitative medical system. So it can help to identify the factors that leads us down this path and take action to minimize such risks. We don’t smoke cigarettes, we try to consume organic food…

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Fossil Fuel Funding & Disinformation with philosopher Craig Callender 1:26:47

17d ago1:26:47

1:26:47

Craig is Tata Chancellor's Professor of Philosophy and a Founding Faculty and Co-Director of the Institute for Practical Ethics at the University of California San Diego. He is also part of the Campus Climate Change Committee, which has seen some historic enactment relative to the university and environmental policies. Here he and Andrea discuss di…

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Just a Spoonful of Sugar Helps the Belly Fat Go Down 12:28

25d ago12:28

12:28

Karen discusses recent research on the benefits of apple cider vinegar for weight loss. The study found that consuming up to one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar daily for 12 weeks led to an average weight loss of 15 pounds. Listen on for more! Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.…

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Future Guardians: A New Model of Movement with Hugo Spowers 1:16:58

1M ago1:16:58

1:16:58

Shaping the Future of Mobility: Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Transportation A conversation with Riversimple's CEO Hugo Spowers and philosopher Andrea Hiott which presents a holistic view on transforming mobility and car usage, centered around sustainable and innovative approaches. Featuring insights from Hugo Spowers leadership in creating …

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Why Can't I Lose Weight: Stubborn Weight Loss Options 28:22

2M ago28:22

28:22

Karen discusses practical strategies for overcoming stubborn weight loss challenges, particularly during perimenopause. She delves into the nuances of balancing diet and exercise, explains the importance of mixing cardio with weight resistance, and addresses common dietary misconceptions. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on t…

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Potpourri: Hyaluronic acid, allulose, L. reuteri and reproductive health 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

There are a great many emerging ideas to discuss, but sometimes these topics are just not big enough to fill out an entire podcast episode. So I decided to start something I call “Potpourri,” a collection of unconnected but interesting topics that may be helpful in guiding you in your health journey. I’d like to say “Ask your doctor about these iss…

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Magnesium Mix-up: So Many Choices! 20:37

2M ago20:37

20:37

Karen answers the question: "What type of magnesium should I take if I decide to take a supplement?" She explains magnesium's essential role in health, touching on its benefits for brain, heart, and muscle function, and highlights the widespread issue of magnesium deficiency, often due to processed food diets. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com t…

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My recent antibiotic experience 26:20

3M ago26:20

26:20

I recently had an experience in which I had to take an antibiotic. Those of you who have been following my Defiant Health podcast discussions, or have been reading my thousands of blog posts on DrDavisInfiniteHealth.com, or my books, especially my latest Super Gut book, know that I advocate for absolutely minimizing our reliance on antibiotics, as …

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Muscle Is a Must 20:10

3M ago20:10

20:10

Karen discusses sacropenia (loss of muscle and strength) and ways to combat it. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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How to Stop "Treating" Health Conditions 32:07

3M ago32:07

32:07

It’s a concept that many people struggle to embrace or understand. But once you ‘get” it, a lot of issues in health will become clearer and you can save yourself a considerable amount of time, effort, and money. The idea is to get away from the idea of “treating” health conditions. This is the approach used in pharmaceuticals and employed by most d…

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Mercury and Menopause 16:46

3M ago16:46

16:46

Karen discusses heavy metal exposure and its link to earlier menopause in middle-aged women. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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The Right to Repair with IndyCar's Tino Belli 1:08:27

3M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

In this episode, Andrea Hiott has a conversation with Tino Belli, a renowned race car engineer who has a storied career in the industry, which includes over 14 years at Andretti, work at March Engineering, and being the director of aerodynamic development at Indy Car. The conversation touches on the challenges and triumphs Belli experienced in his …

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What Do You Mean My Thyroid Is Normal? 20:46

4M ago20:46

20:46

Karen shares some tips for keeping your thyroid healthy. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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A conversation with JJ Flizanes: Identifying your obstacles to success in weight loss, health, money, career, and relationships 58:31

4M ago58:31

58:31

A former actress and long-time personal fitness coach, JJ Flizanes has focused these last few years on helping people identify the reasons that they often fall short of their goals, goals such as weight loss, enjoying successful relationships, success at work, or just finding happiness. Through her several popular podcasts that include Fit 2 Love a…

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Naval Oiling: Yeah, It's a Thing! 16:02

4M ago16:02

16:02

Karen takes on another TikTok trend. Does naval oiling help with anyting besides giving you a soft belly button? Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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Infertility, miscarriages, brain fog and environmental toxins: My conversation with Dr. Tom O’Bryan 42:35

4M ago42:35

42:35

In this episode of Defiant Health, Dr. Tom O’Bryan discusses his unique approach to managing environmental toxins that now flood our lives, toxins that increase our risk for numerous health struggles including cognitive impairment, autoimmune diseases, and cancers. Dr. O’Bryan brings his considerable experience in educating and investigating the ef…

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Childhood, Choppers, and the ICE test with Ola Stenegärd 1:09:15

4M ago1:09:15

1:09:15

What it Takes: How to become an Astronaut with legendary motorcycle designer Ola Stenegärd. The dialogue explores Ola's journey from a young child growing up in the Swedish countryside to becoming a renowned figure in the motorcycle industry. Key topics include the thrill of creating and riding motorcycles, the importance of design in creating vehi…

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The Perils of Carb Loading and the Power of Fat Adaptation for Athletic Excellence 19:54

4M ago19:54

19:54

You likely know people who engage in strenuous exercise—a marathon, triathlon, long-distance biking, even just day-to-day exercise—or perhaps you do so yourself. In anticipation of the need for a great deal of energy to engage in such an effort and to increase endurance and performance, many people follow a practice called carb loading. While there…

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Rice Bran vs Rice Water = Karen vs TikTok 16:33

5M ago16:33

16:33

Karen takes on the TikTok trend of using rice water to promote hair growth and provides a suggestion for a more effective alternative: rice bran oil. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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Why I take no prescription medications 21:44

5M ago21:44

21:44

Personally, I take no prescription medications. I do not take a statin drug to reduce cholesterol, nor baby aspirin. I take nothing for high blood pressure, acid reflux, or irritable bowel syndrome. I take nothing for headaches, pain, or sleep—not a single prescription medication. Yet my blood pressure is typically around 108/72. My triglycerides a…

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Craftwerk & Berlin's Electric Motoring Festival with Max Funk 58:12

5M ago58:12

58:12

Philosopher Andrea Hiott talks with Maximilian Funk, a key figure in the motoring world who is the brains behind several significant events and places like the first electric motorcycle festival in Berlin, the Reload Land Festival, and the community garage and co-working space, Craftwerk. The interview touches upon Max's life, influences, his inter…

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How to Love Your Esophagus 25:33

5M ago25:33

25:33

Karen discusses the misery of reflux and PPI treatment alternatives. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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SIBO: The Great Masquerader 29:41

5M ago29:41

29:41

If you have been following my discussions in this Defiant Health podcast or in my blog, DrDavisInfiniteHealth.com, or my Super Gut book, you know that I have been arguing that there is an epidemic of SIBO going on in the U.S., an epidemic involving every 1 in 2 people. It is an epidemic responsible for an astounding amount of health struggles. The …

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Holiday Heart Doesn't Mean a Happy Heart 12:06

6M ago12:06

12:06

As we enter the holiday season, Karen discusses a condition that can be more likely to occur this time of year: holiday heart syndrome. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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The Sustainability of Sim Racing & Real Life with Saorise Fitzpatrick 1:02:16

5M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

Saorise Fitzpatrick is a delightful human being and the 2023 winner of Screen to Speed and we are posting this conversation with her on the eve of the Screen to Speed Holiday Invitational, a very special event where star real life racecar drivers compete with sim racers. Saorise won the Sim Racing competition first, then got to race for real at the…

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15 Minutes with Yulina: Females in Motorsport Series 14:58

5M ago14:58

14:58

Hello, everyone. This is a short 15 minute episode, one of a series in which we hear from women in motor sports about the business and about being a woman in it from different angles and sides. It's part of a larger blog post that you can find on the website, www.forevermotoring.com. This conversation is with a motorcycle racer named Yulina, or ros…

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The Little Known Secrets of Slowing Aging by Reducing Glycation 19:10

5M ago19:10

19:10

There are a handful of strategies that you can engage that slow the phenomena of aging, i.e., slow or stop the development of skin thinning and development of wrinkles, deterioration of joint health, so-called hardening of the arteries or atherosclerosis, reduction in hormonal status, loss of muscle, loss of bone density, etc. One issue that is rar…

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Radiant Skin and Health: A Holistic Approach with Aesthetician Rachel Varga 36:04

6M ago36:04

36:04

Promising radiant skin and a healthier life, I'm thrilled to welcome aesthetician Rachel Varga, founder of the School of Radiance, to share her holistic approach to skin health and wellness. Rachel is ready to debunk some skincare myths, pointing out that effective skincare isn't just about what you put on your skin. It's about understanding the ro…

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A Spotted Face May Not Be the Look You're Going For 17:16

6M ago17:16

17:16

Karen discusses how to prevent and treat dark facial spots called Melasma. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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The 7 counterintuitive keys to successful long-term weight loss 32:39

6M ago32:39

32:39

There are a variety of ways to lose weight: reduce calories, pharmaceuticals, bariatric procedures. But these are successful only in the beginning: You lose, say, 40 pounds over a year only to gain it all back. Of that 40 pounds, 10 pounds is muscle. And, when you gain it back, it is nearly all fat, very little muscle. You are now less healthy than…

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The Truth About Meat: Redefining Health with Dr. Suresh Khirwadkar 42:45

7M ago42:45

42:45

Dr Suresh Khirwadkar is a GP and Board Certified Lifestyle Physician, who goes under the name - The Meat Medic. Dr Suresh shares his own journey in this interesting podcast episode. He loves to help people improve their physical and mental health through proper diet, nutrition and lifestyle changes, after seeing fabulous changes himself. He's also …

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Here’s what happens when you reduce endotoxemia 25:39

7M ago25:39

25:39

Ready to unlock the secret to your health buried deep within your gut? In today's illuminating episode, we reveal the unsuspected ways in which small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and lipopolysaccharide endotoxins (LPS endotoxins) can drastically alter your health. We delve into the underworld of fecal microbes and their dangerous ability …

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Journey Back in Time for Our Fifth Anniversary 36:07

7M ago36:07

36:07

Can you believe it's been five years? Karen takes us through two of our first episodes, back when we were Sweaty and Pissed with Leanne Morgan. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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Aerodynamic Imaginaries with Hugo Eccles 1:36:43

7M ago1:36:43

1:36:43

Hugo Eccles, co-founder of Untitled Motorcycles and designer of the XP Zero and the Hyper Scrambler, discusses the imaginaries of industrial design and how they might take flight, if only we can unleash ourselves from past constraints and open to new relations with what we use and make. Our objects should not be one-night-stands, Hugo says; they sh…

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Making Sense Out of Your Cholesterol Panel 30:59

7M ago30:59

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Cholesterol testing is among the most common blood tests run in conventional healthcare, yet it is a perennial source of confusion and, to be honest, abuse by doctors who don’t appreciate the full implications of the values. It may surprise you to know that doctors focus on the least helpful values such as total or LDL cholesterol while often ignor…

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Tackling Anxiety With an Oyster 18:30

7M ago18:30

18:30

Feeling like your stomach is tied in knots? Karen discusses the foods, supplements, and activities that can help to reduce anxiety. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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Overcoming Diabetes: Inspiring Story of Healing through Keto and Mindset with Marilyn Ocean 37:16

7M ago37:16

37:16

Marilyn Ocean is a Registered Nurse, Psych-K Health and Wellness Facilitator, Certified Life Coach, Certified Hypnotherapist, and holds a Master Certification in NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) and Neuro Psyche Empowerment In this inspiring and energetic episode, Emma and Marilyn talk about insulin resistance, insulin sensitivity, blood glucose,…

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Butyrate: Unleashing the Power of Diet for Flawless Skin 20:18

7M ago20:18

20:18

What if a simple diet change could drastically improve your skin health? Get ready for an enlightening discussion on the gut-skin axis as we explore the amazing benefits of boosting gastrointestinal and thereby skin butyrate or butyric acid. The secret to healthier skin might be a pH shift away. We delve into the importance of maintaining an acidic…

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Grandmothers Rule: Menopausal Mammals 14:54

8M ago14:54

14:54

Ever wondered which other animals experience menopause? Karen discusses scientific findings about the five other species of mammal we have observed entering menopause. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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The Hidden Dangers of Abdominal Fat—and How to Get Rid of It 29:05

8M ago29:05

29:05

Prepare yourself for a fascinating exploration into the depths of body fat and its varying health implications. We promise you'll walk away with a new comprehension of fat distribution and how it can impact your life. Not all fat is equal; differences abound between abdominal visceral, ectopic, and subcutaneous fat. We navigate these variations and…

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The Hidden Truths of Low Carb: My Personal Quest for a Healthier Lifestyle with Brendan Reid 49:01

8M ago49:01

49:01

In this episode Emma speaks to Brendan Reid, Author of The Fat Ginger Nerd. The book tells the story of Brendan's personal weight loss journey - largely as a memoir, at the same time offering insight into various aspects of the consequences of carrying excess weight Brendan had long tried his best to follow the standard food pyramid advice for many…

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What Do Traffic Stops and Retinal Migraines Have in Common? Flashing Lights! 15:47

8M ago15:47

15:47

Karen discusses retinal migraines, an eye condition that can cause momentary blindness or visual problems like flashing lights. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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Sports Medicine and Nutrition: The Powerful Connection for Optimal Performance and Health with Peter Bruckner 37:11

8M ago37:11

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In this episode Emma chats to Dr Peter Brukner, who is a specialist sports and exercise physician. they talk about "ground up" change and Peter shares his health story. Peter is the co-founder of the public health campaign SugarByHalf and is committed to the challenge of improving the nation’s health with improved diet and increased physical activi…

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My Conversation with BiotiQuest's Martha Carlin: Parkinson's Disease, Eradicating Endotoxemia, Hazards of Extreme Exercise 36:23

8M ago36:23

36:23

Ready to uncover the intriguing connection between Parkinson's disease and the gastrointestinal microbiome? Join us as we explore this fascinating subject with data analytics specialist turned microbiome researcher, Martha Carlin. Martha brings us up to speed on her research endeavors, one of which includes the Bio Collective, a project that collec…

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Allergy and GI Symptoms All in One Package: Histamine Intolerance 16:33

9M ago16:33

16:33

Karen discusses histamine intolerance: yet another reason not to eat spoiled food! Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.By Karen Nickell

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Deciphering the Complex World of Food Intolerances: The Role of Diet, Lifestyle, and SIBO 28:04

9M ago28:04

28:04

Has your dinner ever declared war on your stomach? Imagine if you could decipher the secrets of your gut and take back control. Today, we're embarking on a fascinating journey through the complex world of food intolerances, exploring how changes in our diets and lifestyles may be contributing to this modern malady. From synthetic sweeteners to shif…

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