The Doctor Is In Podcast

A recent study from The Dementia Research Institute in the United Kingdom is showing that a healthy microbiome can trigger the formation of new brain cells. Dr. Martin shares this major discovery with listeners.

Do you know how many calories were in that food you just ate? According to Dr. Martin, it doesn’t matter – your body doesn’t work that way. If it were about calories, we would have got rid of obesity a long time ago. The key is insulin, and not calories!

Dr. Martin answers questions sent in by listeners. Today’s topics include pine needle tea, certified organic food, vitiligo, fat-soluble vitamins, plant-based omega-3, low platelets, low potassium, visceral fat, benfotiamine, magnesium absorption… and more!

Dr. Martin discusses a study from the Mayo Clinic showing the importance of omega-3. The study shows how longer chain fatty acids, DHA and EPA, are effective at decreasing insulin resistance and triglycerides.

Dr. Martin continues his series on questions he always asks, focusing on questions he asks specifically for women. He talks about the horror-mones women have to deal with and why so many are in a metabolic storm.

In today’s episode, Dr. Martin shares his logic when it comes to dealing with your health. From using the power of observation, to asking the right questions, he wants to teach people to think for themselves.

Dr. Martin discusses a new study about the good laughter does for our health. The study is showing a boost in the immune system, and a chemical change in the brain to combat stress – all because of laughter!

Dr. Martin answers questions sent in by listeners. Today’s topics include CLA in dairy, food sensitivities, astragalus vs Navitol, chronic fatigue syndrome, NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine), seborrheic dermatitis, adrenal glands, reducing homocysteine… and more!

Dr. Martin shares the 4 ways our bodies produce vitamin D. He explains how it’s absorbed in our intestines and makes its way throughout the body. Vitamin D is needed for your entire body, and not just for bones!

The American Diabetic Association is showing that over the last 18 months, cases of adult-onset type 2 diabetes have doubled in children. Yes, in children! This is becoming an absolute epidemic in North America!

Dr. Martin shares more about the benefits of omega-3 in today’s episode. You need omega-3s for your brain, and especially HDL. A new study is showing that having low levels of omega-3 is just as strong a predictor of early death as is smoking!

A recent study is showing that diet beverages do more harm to our bodies than originally thought. Dr. Martin presents some compelling arguments as to why we should eliminate artificial sweeteners from our diet. Don't miss this episode!