Smart Digestion Radio With Dr. Christine Kaczmar

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

It’s been a while since I released my previous episode on metabolic syndrome, so I thought it was time to talk about it again in a more succinct manner. Today I will be resharing my recording from that episode, but this time I have some important information to add on to give you an even better understanding of what we really need to be looking at when it comes to these kinds of deficiencies. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/93

No matter what ails you, you have two models to choose from to try and treat it: the medical model or the digestion model. In this episode, I will lay out how each model works and what differentiates the two. I'll also explain a gas can analogy that relates to your health. Many medical professionals will prescribe you a pharmaceutical that has side effects, and then more pharmaceuticals to treat those side effects. They fail to see the importance of your diet on your digestion and healing your body the natural way. Listen in to learn why you shouldn't let a diet vilify foods you need in order to heal your body and more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/92

Want to know why you are low on energy? What about why so many people are suffering from degenerative diseases? Today I'm going to answer those questions and more as I discuss some important information laid out in a new book by Dr. Howard Loomis called What’s Your Nutritional Deficiency? You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/91

In today's episode, I will be sharing with you the three keys to getting gold medal digestion. I will discuss how your mental capacity can majorly affect your digestion, including how thinking negatively or surrounding yourself with energy-sucking people will take its toll on your body and why it's so important to be nice to yourself.  You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/90 

More often than not, my patients rate their energy somewhere between a three and a six. If that sounds familiar, or you’re just interested in learning how to kick up your energy a few notches the natural way, then this episode is for you. Listen in to learn about the different energy sources, how our bodies tap into those sources, and key information we need to know about boosting our energy supply in a healthy and effective way. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/89

This episode is the second part to my behind-the-scenes series, and today I will be talking about antacids, energy, and—of course—digestion. I will teach you how antacids affect your body and how a deficiency in stomach acid can lead to many negative side effects, including hair loss and vertigo.  You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://thedigestiondoctor.com/88