Smart Digestion Radio With Dr. Christine Kaczmar

If you have any interest in body language and the different emotional codes we display and manifest through our body language, then this episode is for you. My friend Brian Johnson joins me on the show today (and next week!) for a two-part series on the mind-body connection. He will explain the ABRA method that helps us identify our emotions, how they correspond with different parts of our body, and more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/113

Today is the fourth and final part of my digestion masterclass series! In this episode, I'm covering hormones, including what they are, what they do, and what kinds of nutrients are important for their creation. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/112

Today is part three of my digestion masterclass series where I will be teaching you all about digestion and how bad digestion can affect your overall health. In this episode, I talk about the autonomic nervous system and what happens to your body when you are in a fight or flight response for an extended period of time. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/111 

Today’s episode is part two of my digestion masterclass series, where I will be helping you understand digestion and sharing my tips on how to eliminate digestive stress. This week, I'm focusing on the first three of the 8 phases of digestive stress: diet, digestion, and bowel elimination. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/110 

Today's episode is the beginning of a four-part series where I’m going to help you understand digestion and how bad digestion can impact your life. This week, I will go deeper into certain (and somewhat surprising) aspects of gut health and share the knowledge you need to ensure proper waste removal and nutrient absorption. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/109 

Today I am going to be discussing the FDA’s recent release about Zantac, a drug commonly prescribed for acid reflux and heartburn. This is a topic I'm extra passionate about because a recent study confirmed that this drug has potentially dangerous levels of NDMA, which is a chemical that has been linked to liver damage and cancer. In this episode, I explain the dangers of taking Zantac and other proton-pump inhibitors, as well as where the ingredients for these drugs are being manufactured. I also share several natural ways to tighten up your lower esophageal sphincter and how to heal your stomach lining so you can heal your body naturally and stop ingesting these hazardous chemicals. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/108  

This is the third and final episode of my 3-part series answering client questions about diet and digestion. Today I cover what you need to keep in mind about protein consumption, what kinds of eggs we should make sure to look for, and more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/107 

This is part two of a three-part series where I'm answering your questions on all things food, digestion, and health. In this episode, I give you my thoughts on sugar substitutes, clarify what I mean when I say foods are to be eaten "in moderation,” and more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/106 

This is the first of a 3-part series of a never-before-released Q&A I did with some private coaching clients, where I talk to patients and answer questions about the gut, digestion, and more. In this episode, I explain how to restore energy back to the body and clear out various gut and health issues through diet changes, enzymes, and other natural remedies. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/105

You may have heard how important nutrients like fats, carbs, and proteins are to your health, but do you know the crucial role each plays in your body? Even more importantly, can you recognize the warning signs of nutrient deficiencies? Today I’m sharing all that and more. Listen in to learn what your body needs and why, as well as which nutrient is “king” when it comes to our health. You'll also hear which common symptoms could indicate a lack of vital nutrients and tips for ensuring your body is digesting enough of what it needs to maintain optimum health.  You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/104

Today’s podcast is a mish-mash of a bunch of things, from how sugar plays into bone loss and diarrhea to why birth control pills (BCPs) are so harmful to pre-teens and teenagers. There is tons of misinformation out there about both sugar and BCPs, so today I'm breaking it all down for you. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/103

Today's episode is from a live talk I did on how osteoporosis and osteopenia are directly linked to your diet. There are a lot of false ideas floating around out there about calcium, and I will clarify how to get your body to actually get and use the calcium it needs.  You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/102

When someone is ill, instead of just treating their symptoms, we need to be searching for the root of the stress that is causing issues. Today I will be explaining how stress can affect your body and the three categories of stress that you may not realize are affecting your digestive system. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/101   

In honor of my 100th episode, I have a great deal to offer for the first 25 people to order. There are a whole lot of goodies involved, but the main star of the show is my product Smart Move. Today I’m going to take you on a tour of the ingredients I use to formulate this powerful product and explain why I use each of them in the mix. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/100 

How is food broken down before it even touches your stomach acid? Today I am going to be talking about this process—something I like to call predigestion—and explaining the importance of chewing your food and more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/99 

Are you looking for a natural way to boost your immunity and collagen? Have you heard words such as polyphenols or flavonoids but aren't quite sure what they mean? If so, search no further. Today I address these questions as I list the top 10 benefits of rose hips. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/98 

It’s concert season, and we all know those concerts can get very hot and muggy. Guess what can help cool you down. Ginger. As you can tell by the title and my awesome segue, I’m going to be talking all about the benefits of ginger. (Hint: There are a lot of them!) You will also get to hear some great tips on how to use this fabulous root. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/97

Digestion is really just two things: how well you receive nutrition inside the cell and how you eliminate waste. In this episode, I talk all about the various waste-removing processes and why they are so important in order to understand your digestion and overall health. Knowing where and how the waste in your body is eliminated can allow you to see what is going on and know where things may need help. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/96

In this episode, we are talking about something that affects most people at some stage in their lives: stress. Stress impacts everything in our bodies, both neurological and hormonal, and if left untreated, it can wreak some serious havoc. Emotional, physical, chemical, environmental, and/or nutritional stress can cause an increased heart rate, reduced blood flow to your organs, and—if it goes on for long enough—major digestion issues. So today I'm sharing some easy steps you can take to reduce stress in your life, from breathing exercises to nutritional and hydration advice. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/95 

Fatty liver is an umbrella term for a wide range of liver conditions affecting people who drink little to no alcohol. This affects a large amount of people out there, so I’m going to break down how this occurs and share tips on how to deal with this condition to get yourself back to a better place. While some physicians believe fatty liver is reversible, many do not think that is the case. But I do believe that you can combat fatty liver by understanding your metabolism and using nutrients to fuel you correctly, so listen in to hear not only what causes this disease, but also what I believe cures it.  You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/94