The Gut Connection

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is increasing in prevalence worldwide.  Research shows that inflammation, toxins, and nutritional deficiencies all play into CKD and that addressing these factors can play an important role in treatment. If you're one of the millions with this serious health problem and want to be proactive rather than watch and wait to see if it gets worse, then this episode is an important one for you! Dr. Jerby lays out the research that's available and suggests ways to incorporate this important data now with the hope of stopping CKD now.  Enjoy!

In Functional Medicine, we are always looking for new research that shows scientific proof that natural treatments address root causes of chronic health problems and diseases. In this episode, Dr. Jerby reviews new data showing that the benefits of Boswellia serrata (commonly known as Indian Frankincense) extends to the treatment of yeast including Candida species. Although frankincense is well known from the Biblical account of the birth of Jesus, who knew that this ancient herb had so many medicinal uses? Listen to this episode and find out more!As always, if you need help or are weary of DIY health treatments, reach out to us and set up a free phone consultation to learn more about how we might be able to help you conquer your gut issues. Check us out at drjerby.com

In this episode, Dr. Jerby repents for all the gallbladders that he took out that probably didn't need to be taken out. As a recovering surgeon and Integrative Functional GI Specialist, he now is doing everything he can to SAVE THOSE GALLBLADDERS! Don't have yours removed unless it's absolutely necessary. Listen to this podcast and find out more.Check out Dr. Jerby's Integrative Functional GI practice here.

Many neurotransmitters begin their production in the GI tract and Serotonin is no exception with approximately 90% being produced in the gut. Loads of research has shown that your microbiome can have a profound impact on neurotransmitters which then can have an impact on your mood as well as gut dysfunction. If you have chronic mood issues including anxiety and/or depression, neurotransmitters in the gut could be playing a major role. Listen to this episode to learn more.As always, if you need help reach out to us at (980) 339-5155 Monday through Thursday 8:30-5:00 EST or set up a free 15 minute phone consultation by going to drjerby.com

A hot topic in conventional medicine is the use of GLP-1 agonists like Wegovy, Ozempic, Maunjaro, and others for the treatment of not only type 2 diabetes; but also obesity, fatty liver, vascular disease, and other metabolic dysfunctions. In this episode, Dr. Jerby offers his opinion and approach to these pharmaceutical medications and then suggests the Functional Medicine paradigm for the management of these metabolic problems. So no matter if you're trying to keep from having to take GLP-1 medications or if you're already on them and would like to know what needs to be done when/if you stop them, this episode is for you!As always, if you need help you can call us at (980)339-5155 or sign up for a free phone consultation at drjerby.com

In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses the research that is showing the effects of Glyphosate (the main ingredient in RoundUp) on thyroid function as well as other terrible effects. It's definitely time to avoid all known sources of this toxic chemical!Listen to this episode and find out how.As always, if you need help, please contact us! We approach health problems from a functional medicine approach and every person is treated according to his or her unique set of imbalances. No "cookie cutter" or "one-size-fits-all" treatments with our practice. Call us at (980)339-5155 for more information.

Do you have ongoing symptoms of thyroid problems in spite of your practitioner telling you your thyroid function is normal? In this second class, Dr. Jerby discusses problems with the currently accepted way to determine if your thyroid physiology is optimized or "normal." If you have thyroid problems, you'll learn some of the factors that can play into TSH levels including inflammation and even the time of day! Keep listening!!As always, if you need help or you're giving up on DIY treatment, reach out to us. You can set up a free 15 minute phone consultation to hear more about how we might be able to evaluate and treat whatever it is that you're struggling with.Check us out at drjerby.com

Don't miss this new series by Dr. Jerby on the Functional Medicine approach to thyroid problems! Listen to every episode and you will be better equipped at managing thyroid problems than many physicians! These podcasts are recorded in an effort to help you understand WHY your thyroid is dysfunctional and then we will focus on how to improve this situation. The first episode is designed to help you understand why Dr. Jerby is qualified to speak on this topic and to see what are some of the limitations of the conventional medical model. As always, if you need help please reach out to us by calling 980-339-5155 or learn more about our practice by going to drjerby.com

Fatty liver disease is the most common chronic liver disease in industrialized countries. Its increase in prevalence and severity correlates with obesity and metabolic syndrome and now is a leading reason for liver transplantation. In spite of the burden people's lives and on the medical system, there are no defined interventions to reverse the process and prevent progression to liver failure...unless you look to Functional Medicine! Find out how treating the root cause of this progressive disease can reverse the process and save your liver!As always, if you need help reach out to us at (980) 339-5155 or check us out at drjerby.com

Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) is associated with disorders of gut-brain interaction and can be the cause of unexplained GI problems, especially in young women. Although we are seeing more and more patients who are experiencing symptoms that lie on this spectrum, researchers are still clueless of the precise cause of this syndrome. There is a lot of science however, that supports that this has at least a component of autoimmunity. Functional medicine is definitely suited to respond to this health crisis by addressing root causes, nutrition, and avoidance of surgery if possible. Listen to this episode and learn the basics of hEDS and how this syndrome affects the gut. As always, if you need help reach out to us by calling (980)339-5155 or check out our website: drjerby.com.

Even though a HUGE number of women of all ages have vulvodynia, it just isn't a topic that you talk about in the break room at work. In fact, it is estimated that 40% of women who have it have NEVER discussed this chronic problem with their health practitioner. Until recently it has been a syndrome with a lot of proposed causes but no definite proof that any of these are the real issue. However, more research is being done with the vaginal microbiome and how changes in the microbiota might act upon pain nerves, the immune system, and more. This episode is done with the help of our Nurse Practitioner, Susan Jerby NP. We explore the problem and offer new ways of evaluating and treating this largely under-reported and undertreated health condition.As always, if you need help reach out to us by calling (980)339-5155 or by going to our website, drjerby.com, to set up a free 15 minute phone consultation to see if what we do is a good fit for you.

In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses the new FDA-approved microbiota treatment: Rebyota. But more importantly, he also discusses postbiotics and some exciting results he has had with this microbiome treatment. Great topics for Gut Geeks, no doubt, so if that describes you then don't miss this episode. Happy Easter! He is Risen indeed!!As always, if you need help, reach out to us by giving us a call at (980) 339-5155 or set up a free 15 minute phone consultation with Dr. Jerby by going to our website: drjerby.com

In this episode, Dr. Jerby explores the research that links the bladder microbiome to chronic bladder problems such as recurring UTIs and interstitial cystitis (IC). If you have chronically recurring or persistent bladder problems, this could be the answer you are looking for! As always, if you need help reach out to us at (980)339-5155 or set up a free 15 minute phone consultation by going to drjerby.com.

Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI) is more common than most practioners think. Could chronic GI problems be related to this disorder? In this episode, Dr. Jerby does a quick overview of how your pancreas functions and some possible reasons for pancreatic insufficiency. However, in his practice, most people with EPI do not have any of the common reasons for this disorder. Could it be related to the gut microbiome? Of course it can! Listen to this episode to find out more.As always, if you need help reach out to us by giving us a call at (980) 339-5155 or sign up for a free 15 minute phone consultation to see how we might be able to help you. See drjerby.com for details.

Do you or someone you love suffer from chronic diarrhea? If so, it definitely could be B.A.D.--Bile Acid Diarrhea. And yes, B.A.D. is bad because it can negatively impact your social life, your job, and your overall health. In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses the causes of B.A.D. , the different means of diagnosis, and potential new treatments for this debilitating problem. As always, the microbiome can play a big role in both the pathophysiology as well as the treatment. So tune in--you might find some help for yourself or someone near and dear to you. As always, if you need help reach out to us at (980) 339-5155 or check us out at drjerby.com.

More and more people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are looking for help from Functional Medicine. The great news is that the research is piling up in support of these complementary and alternative treatments. So whether you are trying to avoid pharmaceuticals, trying to get off pharmaceuticals, or just trying to optimize the pharmaceuticals that you are taking; you won't want to miss this episode.As always, if you need help reach out to us at 980-339-5155 or you can set up a free phone consultation (go to drjerby.com) to learn more about how we evaluate and treat GI conditions. You might find that our approach is exactly what you are looking for!

Human experience strongly suggests that we are made up of body, mind, and soul enabling us to move, think, and commune with others. Many health practitioners claim to have a "holistic" approach to health but, sadly, most health providers neglect the 'soul' aspect. In this episode Dr. Jerby tells about his efforts to better address the spiritual side of health and what that means in his own life. He also discusses research showing that gluten is not always the culprit in grain sensitivity, and he talks about balance in the approach to uric acid. Again, an episode you won't want to miss!As always, if you need help with the health of your body, mind, or soul--reach out to us by calling (980) 339-5155 or check us out at drjerby.com

It is estimated that 1% of the world's population has a gluten-related digestive problem. That's a HUGE number of people and since this is such a vast health issue, is a gluten-free diet the only help that is available? Not only does Dr. Jerby discuss this topic in this episode, he also discusses some caveats for people who are considering trying one of the many products purported as being beneficial for gluten digestion. Is this all a bunch of marketing hype, or is it actually helpful? Don't miss part 2 of this 2-part episode.As always, if you need help with your health issues but haven't been able to find any answers, you may want to consider whether our practice might be a good fit for you. Check us out at drjerby.com or call us at (980) 339-5155.

Are you taking TOO MANY supplements? How do you KNOW you are getting what your supplements SAY you are getting? How do you select the best supplements to optimize your health or achieve your treatment goals? Are supplements just a bunch of hogwash? Is there any validity to the products that claim to aid in gluten digestion?Dr. Jerby explores the answers to these questions in part 1 of this 2 part episode. Enjoy!As always, if you need help with your health issues but haven't been able to find any answers, you may want to consider whether our practice might be a good fit for you. Check us out at drjerby.com or call us at (980) 339-5155.

In this episode, Dr. Jerby reviews research which shows why hypothyroid symptoms may persist after taking adequate thyroid hormone replacement. He also looks at research which shows how hydrogen sulfide may be linked to Parkinson's disease; and discusses research that suggests promising new natural treatments for Ankylosing Spondylitis. Enjoy!As always, if you need help with your health issues but haven't been able to find any answers, you may want to consider whether our practice might be a good fit for you. Check us out at drjerby.com or call us at (980) 339-5155.

Since 2017, more and more research is showing that your gut definitely could be influencing the health of your thyroid gland. In this episode, Dr. Jerby explores what the research is showing about the relationship between your gut microbiota and your thyroid function, and how this information might be used to optimize the function of your thyroid gland. This is a BIG topic and will definitely require more than one podcast--so stay tuned!As always, if you need help with your health issues but haven't been able to find any answers, you may want to consider whether our practice might be a good fit for you. Check us out at drjerby.com or call us at (980) 339-5155.

There are so many people applying topical creams and ointments to their skin conditions all the while not realizing that their skin problem could be coming from their gut. In this episode, Dr. Jerby explores the Gut-Skin Axis and explains how the gut influences skin health and vice versa. If you have a skin condition, this is definitely an episode you don't want to miss. As always, if you have unanswered questions to your gut problems and need help, reach out to us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.

With the widespread availability of gene tests such as "23 and Me" and others, many have explored the details of their unique genetic makeup. But did you know that these tests show only a portion of your genes. Indeed, you are a "Superorganism" because not only do your inherited genes play a role in your health, but the genetic makeup of your microbiome has a big part in overall health as well since the genetic composition of your microbiome is something that can be used for more precise evaluation of your overall health risks. Even better, the genetic information from your gut microbiome can be utilized in designing personalized, unique treatment regimens for existing health conditions. In part 2 of this 2 part episode, Dr. Jerby explores the emerging research for what he considers to be the next revolution in healthcare: Microbiome Medicine.As always, if you have unanswered questions to your gut problems and need help, reach out to us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.

With the widespread availability of gene tests such as "23 and Me" and others, many have explored the details of their unique genetic makeup. But did you know that these tests show only a portion of your genes. Indeed, you are a "Superorganism" because not only do your inherited genes play a role in your health, but the genetic makeup of your microbiome has a big part in overall health as well since the genetic composition of your microbiome is something that can be used for more precise evaluation of your overall health risks. Even better, the genetic information from your gut microbiome can be utilized in designing personalized, unique treatment regimens for existing health conditions. In part 1 of this 2 part episode, Dr. Jerby explores the emerging research for what he considers to be the next revolution in healthcare: Microbiome Medicine. As always, if you have unanswered questions to your gut problems and need help, reach out to us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.

Listen to Dr. Jerby's interview with Patti and Michael from "The Lab Report" podcast. Topics discussed range from the functional medicine approach to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to fecal transplants and postbiotics. Definitely a fun episode for gut health geeks like us. If you'd like to hear more from "The Lab Report," you can find it here.As always, if you have GI problems that need answers, feel free to reach out to us by phone (980-339-5155) or you can go to our website to set up a free 15-minute phone consultation with us to see if our integrative/functional approach to GI conditions is a good fit for you.

On "The Gut Connection" we talk a lot about the gut microbiome, but did you know that studies are showing that your oral microbiome can play a key role in your health also? The oral microbiome is the second largest microbiome region--only the gut microbiome is larger! The oral microbiome hosts more than 770 species of bacteria and the balance of these microbes can have a significant impact on not only the health of your teeth and gums, but can influence the health of your gut, brain, joints, and more! Listen as Dr.  Amy Myers DMD tells us about the emerging science of the oral microbiome and get some tips about how to effectively maintain it.If you'd like to learn more about Dr. Myers and her holistic functional dental practice you can check out the practice website here  or email Dr. Myers at amyersdmd@kempterdentistry.com. As always, if you have unanswered questions to your gut problems and need help, reach out to us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.

Do you have lingering symptoms after COVID-19? Symptoms like fatigue, muscle weakness, sleep disorders, brain fog/cognitive dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, hair loss, and/or loss of taste or smell? Then you have Post Acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) or what is otherwise known as Long COVID. Research published just this year (2022) is showing what Functional Medicine practitioners have been saying since the pandemic started: It's the gut--duh! Conventional medicine still hasn't bought in to the huge impact that the gut microbiome has on all of health, but studies are very convincing on the role that the gut microbiome has on the lingering effects of COVID-19, so we're hoping this is another area of research that will help everyone see the profound impact that the microbiome has on your overall health. New technology called "Shotgun Metagenomic Sequencing" is a more precise way of evaluating your microbiome and if you have Long COVID then this type of testing might be what you need to identify your specific imbalances and then design a treatment protocol that could help you recover. Fascinating stuff!As always, if you have unanswered questions to your gut problems and need help, reach out to us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.

This is part 2 of a 2 part episode where Dr. Jerby discusses new technology that allows you to gain more precise information about your gut microbiome. Since everyone has a unique microbiome, metagenomic evaluation of your gut microbiome can show you where your health is at risk and direct you to ways that you can further optimize your health. For those who are already struggling with health issues, this type of analysis may uncover a root cause of your health problem and can lead to additional treatment options. If you're interested in the gut microbiome and how it affects your overall health, this is an episode that you've gotta hear.As always, if you have unanswered questions to your gut problems and need help, reach out to us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.

This is part 1 of a 2 part episode where Dr. Jerby discusses new technology that allows you to gain more precise information about your gut microbiome. Since everyone has a unique microbiome, metagenomic evaluation of your gut microbiome can show you where your health is at risk and direct you to ways that you can further optimize your health. For those who are already struggling with health issues, this type of analysis may uncover a root cause of your health problem and can lead to additional treatment options. If you're interested in the gut microbiome and how it affects your overall health, this is an episode that you've gotta hear.As always, if you have unanswered questions to your gut problems and need help, reach out to us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.

Do you struggle with bloating and distension? In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses this problem that afflicts so many people. Learn the distinction between bloating and distension and what are some of the most common causes. Treatment needs to be individualized to your unique set of factors that might be playing a role in your chronic bloating issues. If you need help, please reach out to us by giving us a call or sending us a message. You can find out more about Dr. Jerby's unique approach to gut problems by visiting our website at drjerby.com. Hope to hear from you soon!

I had the delightful opportunity to be interviewed by Dr. Jill Carnahan on her show. Our topic was one that was near and dear to my own heart: How to heal your gut. Dr. Jill's insights are added alongside my own and so it made a great podcast. I am so happy to be able to share it with you. If you'd like to see the video you can click here. As always, if you have gut issues without any answers, give us a call at (980)339-5155 or visit our website at drjerby.com.Enjoy!

In part 2 of this 2-part episode, Dr. Jerby continues to review the latest research and answers questions concerning Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO) such as:1. Is it normal to have yeast (fungus) in your gut?2. What are some of the conditions that predispose people to developing SIFO?3. How is it diagnosed?4. How is it treated?There are people who are posting a lot of information in the internet and some who are writing books about this topic (people that may have never actually diagnosed and treated SIBO or SIFO)--Who can you trust?  Rest assured that Dr. Jerby is well-versed in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of relapse of SIBO/SIFO. The practitioners at Legacy Health see patients with these conditions every day and their comprehensive approach is tried and true. So if you have unexplained gut symptoms, listen to this 2-part episode and see if SIFO might be the explanation that you're looking for.  As always, if you need help or want to know more about Dr. Jerby's practice, you can find us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.If you like this podcast, please give us a review on your podcast player! 

In this  2-part episode, Dr. Jerby reviews the latest research and answers questions concerning Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO) such as: 1. Is it normal to have yeast (fungus) in your gut?2. What are some of the conditions that predispose people to developing SIFO?3. How is it diagnosed?4. How is it treated?There are people who are posting a lot of information in the internet and some who are writing books about this topic (people that may have never actually diagnosed and treated SIBO or SIFO)--Who can you trust?  Rest assured that Dr. Jerby is well-versed in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of relapse of SIBO/SIFO. The practitioners at Legacy Health see patients with these conditions every day and their comprehensive approach is tried and true. So if you have unexplained gut symptoms, listen to this 2-part episode and see if SIFO might be the explanation that you're looking for.  As always, if you need help or want to know more about Dr. Jerby's practice, you can find us at drjerby.com or give us a call at (980) 339-5155.If you like this podcast, please give us a review on your podcast player! 

I'm very excited about this episode of The Gut Connection since we have Debbie Steinbock of Mindful Nutrition as our guest. Debbie has lots of experience with the elemental diet both from a professional as well as a personal standpoint, and she has utilized this dietary protocol in the treatment of a number of different conditions including SIBO, IBD, IBS, Rheumatoid arthritis, eosinophilic esophagitis, and more. Listen to this episode and hear about Debbie's tips and tricks for better compliance and palatability. No doubt one of this podcast's greatest episodes!Please note that this is PART 2 of the interview so if you haven't listened to part 1, GO BACK and listen to it because I don't want you to miss ANY of this great interview!For more information about Debbie's services check out mindfulfamilymedicine.com and if you'd like to receive her elemental diet tips download, sign up here. You can also email Debbie for more information: debbie@mindfulnutrition.comAs always, if you need help please reach out to my office and set up a free phone consultation to see if our practice would be a good fit for you. Check us out at drjerby.com

I'm very excited about this episode of The Gut Connection since we have Debbie Steinbock of Mindful Nutrition as our guest. Debbie has lots of experience with the elemental diet both from a professional as well as a personal standpoint, and she has utilized this dietary protocol in the treatment of a number of different conditions including SIBO, IBD, IBS, Rheumatoid arthritis, eosinophilic esophagitis, and more. Listen to this episode and hear about Debbie's tips and tricks for better compliance and palatability. No doubt one of this podcast's greatest episodes!Please note that this is a 2 part interview so don't miss part 2 next week!For more information about Debbie's services check out mindfulfamilymedicine.com and if you'd like to receive her elemental diet tips download, sign up here. You can also email Debbie for more information: debbie@mindfulnutrition.comAs always, if you need help please reach out to my office and set up a free phone consultation to see if our practice would be a good fit for you. Check us out at drjerby.com

Listen to this episode to find out why antibiotics alone are not enough for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO). It doesn't matter if it's pharmaceutical antibiotics or herbal antibiotics; or even the elemental diet. These treatments alone are not adequate treatment for SIBO or IMO. Learn what constitutes a full-orbed approach to the treatment of these common conditions and what to look for when choosing a provider to help you regain your health.As always, if you're struggling and need help, reach out to us by phone or set up a free 15 minute consultation by going to our website: drjerby.com

The great thing about Integrative Functional Medicine is that it gleans the BEST from all types of health disciplines including conventional medicine, natural medicine, nutritional medicine, etc. and therefore you get the BEST healthcare. But why would a functional medicine physician use pharmaceutical antibiotics? Don't these antibiotics wipe out the beneficial bacteria in the gut and cause all kinds of evil? Listen to this episode and find out why there is a place for some pharmaceutical antibiotics in Integrative Functional GI Medicine, and how treatment with these antibiotics may be beneficial--especially if you have gut problems.As always, if you need help you can reach out to us via our website:www.drjerby.com

Did you know that there is an increasing number of studies that show that vagus nerve stimulation can play an important role in the treatment of depression, migraines, and tinnitus? Not only that but there are ongoing studies showing that vagus nerve stimulation may play an important role in the treatment of inflammatory conditions including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Listen to this episode and learn how this is thought to work and some things that you can do for yourself to stimulate your own vagus nerve. Fascinating stuff!If your gut is a mess, see if we can help! Visit us at drjerby.com. We treat IBD, IBS, SIBO, IMO, EPI, and every other gut problem abbreviation that you can think of!

Our special guest for this episode is Megan Kleinhenz who is the founder and president of Northwest Corporate Yoga. Her company specializes in bringing wellness education and fitness to the corporate setting. Megan has had her own health challenges with autoimmunity which was destroying her health and life, but with Functional Medicine, mindful breathing, and movement, her disease has gone into remission and she is able to continue leading her company. If you have chronic health issues and haven't considered Functional Medicine and Yoga, you'll want to get started after you listen to this episode. What a powerful story!Here's how you can learn more about Megan's company:Website:  www.NWcorporateyoga.comInstagram:  BewellwithMeganKMegan also works one-on-one with clients, so if you need her help definitely reach out!

Controversy abounds surrounding the necessity, utility, and accuracy of breath testing. In this episode I interview Gary Stapleton of Founder and CEO of Aerodiagnostics--a lab that does many different kinds of breath tests to help diagnose a number of different problems, not the least of which is SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and IMO (Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth). This episode is a must-hear if you have had questions about the accuracy and reliability of breath tests for SIBO.This episode is part 2 of 2 parts.To learn more about Gary's lab, visit Aerodiagnostics.com. After you listen to this episode, I'm betting that you'll be as impressed as I was about Gary's attention to quality control and practitioner and customer support!

Controversy abounds surrounding the necessity, utility, and accuracy of breath testing. In this episode I interview Gary Stapleton of Founder and CEO of Aerodiagnostics--a lab that does many different kinds of breath tests to help diagnose a number of different problems, not the least of which is SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and IMO (Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth). This episode is a must-hear if you have had questions about the accuracy and reliability of breath tests for SIBO. This episode is part 1 of 2 parts.To learn more about Gary's lab, visit Aerodiagnostics.com. After you listen to this episode, I'm betting that you'll be as impressed as I was about Gary's attention to quality control and practitioner and customer support!

Everyone has heard at least something about PRObiotics, but have you ever heard of POSTbiotics? In this episode, Dr. Jerby interviews Dr. Andrea McBeth, co-founder of Thaena (that's pronounced They-Na) which produces ThaenaBiotic. ThaenaBiotic is a postbiotic and postbiotics may be defined as "non-viable microbial products or metabolic products from microorganisms that have biological activity in the host." That's a mouthful but, in a nutshell, postbiotics contain dead microbes along with their metabolic products, and studies are showing that postbiotics can have some really great health benefits. Listen to this episode to find out more!If you'd like to learn more about Thaena, go to Thaena.com. There you'll find additional information, podcast episodes, and more.

This is part 2 of Dr. Jerby's interview with Sammy Koenigsberg of New Town Farms in Waxhaw NC. The discussion shows us why soil health is absolutely vital to our own health and why everyone should shop at local farmer's markets.To check out New Town Farms go to newtownfarms.com. Coming soon is The Inn at New Town Farms which sounds like a great place to visit for rest and relaxation as well as an opportunity to see how the farm functions and to eat some of its abundance. Stay tuned!

In this episode, Dr. Jerby interviews Sammy Koenigsberg of New Town Farms in Waxhaw NC. The discussion shows us why soil health is absolutely vital to our own health and why everyone should shop at local farmer's markets.To check out New Town Farms go to newtownfarms.com. Coming soon is The Inn at New Town Farms which sounds like a great place to visit for rest and relaxation as well as an opportunity to see how the farm functions and to eat some of its abundance. Stay tuned!

In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses what constipation is (it may surprise you!) and why it should not be ignored or just have laxatives thrown at it. It is a complex issue that affects 15-20% of the world's population and is therefore a huge health burden. Find out how this problem adeqately assessed and why is it absolutely necessary to do so. As always, if you need help you can reach out to us on our website drjerby.com or call us at 980-339-5155.

In this episode, Dr. Jerby interviews Anne who's health was devastated by C. diff colitis. Listen and learn how she was being prepared to struggle with chronic illness and declining health--and how she overcame her diagnosis and poor prognosis through Integrative Functional Medicine. What a great story!If you are struggling with chronic GI issues and need help, be sure to contact Dr. Jerby through the website (drjerby.com) or by calling the office at 980-339-5155 to see if Integrative Functional GI Medicine would be a good fit for you.

In this episode of the Gut Connection, Dr. Jerby discusses the controversies surrounding food sensitivity testing and gives criteria that is helpful in selecting the best tests based on current research. If you are considering food sensitivity testing or have a practitioner who is suggesting this type of testing, this is a "must listen" episode.As always, if you need help you can go to drjerby.com for more information on working with Dr. Jerby.

In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses the problem of abdominal pain in kids and how, in around 25-30% of the time it may be related to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) or intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO). Diagnosis and treatment of these conditions is also discussed. Here are the main takeaways:1. If your child has chronic abdominal pain, it could be SIBO.2. Your child should be evaluated by a licensed practitioner who is experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions.3. If SIBO is diagnosed, then the ROOT CAUSE needs to be investigated.4. If SIBO is diagnosed, then the practitioner needs to have all the tools available to him/her including pharmaceutical, herbal, and nutritional therapies.5. If SIBO is diagnosed, then a comprehensive approach that includes not only antimicrobial treatments but also treatment for the root cause is absolutely crucial. Also a comprehensive treatment plan to prevent relapse is necessary.If your child has chronic abdominal pain, you don't want to miss this episode!If you or your child needs help, reach out to us at info@legacyhealthmd.com or call us at 980-339-5155.

In this episode, Dr. Jerby addresses the importance of treating the 3 M's: The Microbiome, the Mucosa, and the Modulation of the immune system. This approach is especially important when considering food and chemical sensitivities and intolerances. A good place to start for many people (but certainly not all) is with a good quality probiotic. In light of all the junk that passes as a "probiotic", Dr. Jerby lists his stringent criteria that a probiotic must meet to be added to the list of products that he recommends to his patients. If you're in need of more help, you can sign up for a free 15 minute phone consultation with Dr. Jerby to see if his treatment approach is a good fit for you. Sign up at drjerby.com.

In this episode, Dr. Jerby discusses evidence-based foods and food additives to avoid in the setting of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Nutrient deficiencies should also be avoided and Dr. Jerby discusses the testing that should occur in every case of IBD. This is part of an ongoing series intitled "The Fourteen Points of Comprehensive IBD Treatment." If you have IBD, this information is absolutely essential to successful treatment.

The incidence of adverse food reactions is EXPLODING! If you know you have an adverse reaction to certain foods, or even chemicals, then you may be experiencing loss of immune system tolerance. This episode Dr. Jerby explores the basics of how the immune system can gradually loose it's ability to accurately distinguish between what's "friend" and what's "foe" and begins to react to molecules (antigens) that were previously seen as "friendly" and now sees as a danger to the body. This can result in unpleasant reactions to certain foods and may evolve into a full-blown allergy, a non-IgE mediated response, or may even play a role in the development of an autoimmune disease. This episode is the first in a series on adverse food reactions. Don't miss it!