Statin drugs are still the #1 selling drugs of all time!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses different studies about statin drugs as well as some new findings about cholesterol!!
He will discuss statin drugs and the effect they have on cognitive health, diabetes and muscle damage.
He'll also talk about triglycerides, HDL and LDL as well as a couple studies that claim LDL is not a good marker for cholesterol!
If you're taking a statin drug or, you're worried about cholesterol, this is the perfect podcast for you!
When it comes to health news sometimes big stories are hidden.
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses some of these more unknown health news stories!
He'll discuss headlines about the flu and flu shot as well as sugar and the number 1 choice in fruit for North Americans!!
He also talks about health care and the media!!
Don't miss this episode!
There was a recent article in the New York Times about another drug for Alzheimer's failing.
Why do these potential drug solutions keep failing?
Because they are looking in the wrong places for a solution!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses the real problem when it comes to Alzheimer's.
HIGH CIRCULATING INSULIN!!!!
He also discusses metabolic syndrome and it's relation to Alzheimer's as well as the connection between diabetes and Alzheimer's.
He'll also touch on a couple of other studies about prescription medications!
If you're worried about the health of your brain, you don't want to miss this episode!
Is it true that weight loss affects sleep apnea?
Yes!!
When you lose weight and watch what you're eating you're also lowering your insulin which in our opinion, is the root cause of sleep apnea!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses a study which claims weight loss shrinks your tongue which results in healing sleep apnea.
But...
We still say it's the insulin being lowered that's really helping!!
He also discusses other benefits to lowering insulin, why lowering insulin is essentially more important than weight loss and, why his reset works so well for both insulin and weight loss!
If you want to lower your insulin or, have sleep apnea, you don't want to miss this episode!
People are afraid of the sun.
We've been told over and over that the sun is dangerous, it causes cancer.
But...
Vitamin D comes from the sun and your body does not do well without Vitamin D!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses the different benefits that come from the sun!
He'll also discuss the signs and symptoms of low Vitamin D and what depletes Vitamin D levels in your body.
He'll answer questions about taking Vitamin D in the summer, how much Vitamin D we should take and why we don't get colds and flus in the summer.
If you've been avoiding the sun, you don't want to miss this episode!
Insulin...
It's a topic that comes up regularly at Martin Clinic.
In todays' podcast, Dr.Martin will discuss 2 new studies that recently came out about insulin.
One about the usage of insulin and the other about the brain and insulin.
He also discusses signs that you are on the road to diabetes and how the pancreas functions.
He will also talk about his 4 week reset and why it is so good for people struggling with insulin issues.
Many people struggle with insulin, if that's the case for you, you don't want to miss this episode!
Red meat really gets a bad rap!
But...
Studies have shown, when it comes to Cancer and other diseases the blame should really be on sugar and carbs!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin will discuss a study that shows carbs can actually increase the risk of colorectal cancer by 600%!
He also discusses the effect carbs have on hypoglycaemia and diabetes as well as why his metabolic reset is so beneficial.
He also answers the question of whether or not red meat is acidic!
Are you worried about red meat consumption? If so, you don't want to miss this episode!
Women get put on the Birth Control pill for many reasons besides birth control. Acne, bad periods, endometriosis......all signs of hormonal imbalances!!
But, studies show the birth control pill can have an effect on your brain!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses a study claiming that your hypothalamus shrinks while on the birth control pill.
He'll also talk about side effects of the pill, what happens with prolonged use and, the effects on other hormones.
He also touches on estrogen dominance, diet and hormonal health and the importance of progesterone.
If you're taking the pill or, are interested in hormone health, you don't want to miss this episode!
GERD or Acid Reflux is very common today.
Many people suffer with acid reflux but, may not know the cause.
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses 5 issues that can cause acid reflux that you may not realize.
He also discusses what happens if we let acid reflux occur for a prolonged period of time.
Do you suffer from acid reflux? If so, you don't want to miss this episode!
Everyone knows how much Dr.Martin LOVES his coffee!
Coffee is a powerful antioxidant that has many health benefits.
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses 3 health benefits of drinking coffee.
He'll also discuss what is ok to put in coffee and what should be avoided.
Do you love coffee? Then you don't want to miss this episode!!
There are some medications when used for a prolonged period of time, that can be dangerous for brain health.
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin talks about 6 different medications that affect brain health.
He will discuss what these medications do to the brain and, what you can do to protect yourself!
If you're worried about brain health or, take medications, you don't want to miss this episode!
Which is more important, Vitamin D or Vitamin C?
Both!
Both vitamins are very good for you!
However,
When it comes to your immune system Vitamin D is very important!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses the differences between Vitamins C and D.
He also talks about what happens when our vitamin D levels are too low, how much you should take per day, and the connection between vitamin D and insulin.
He'll also answer the questions about getting too much Vitamin D!
This is one episode no one should miss!
Vegetable oils may seem healthy, after all they're made with vegetables right?
WRONG!
Vegetable oils are highly processed and full of chemicals that can be detrimental to your health!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses 2 studies about vegetable oils. One which focuses on heart health and one on brain health.
He'll also discuss foods that contain vegetable oils as well as healthy oils you can use.
He'll talk about the ratio between omega 3 and omega 6 and where you can find omega 3.
Do you use vegetable oils? If so, you don't want to miss this episode!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin will discuss a study claiming that excessive blood lipids cause organ damage.
What are blood lipids?
They are something Dr.Martin discusses a lot......
TRIGLYCERIDES!!!
He will discuss wha triglycerides do in the body, how your body makes triglycerides, the damage triglycerides cause, and how to lower them.
He'll also talk about what he looks for in blood work and what levels he likes for men and women.
If you're worried about your triglyceride levels, you don't want to miss this episode!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin will talk about all things glutathione!
He'll discuss
What it is
Where it comes from
What lowers glutathione
And how we can raise glutathione
Glutathione is very important for our health, this is one episode you don't want to miss!
SIBO stands for Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth.
It's a condition that many people suffer with!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses all things SIBO. He'll talk about the difference between IBS and SIBO and its relation to Leaky Gut.
He'll also discuss what you can do to help!
If you're suffering from any kind of digestive issue, you don't want to miss this episode!
Osteoporosis affects many people especially menopausal women!
Most people think osteoporosis is caused by a lack of calcium
But...
This isn't always true!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin will discuss 3 hidden causes of osteoporosis.
He'll also discuss what happens when we take a calcium supplement.
If you have osteoporosis, you don't want to miss this episode!
Why are my blood sugar levels higher in the morning?
This is a question we get asked a lot at Martin Clinic!
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin Jr goes over 3 reasons why blood sugar levels are higher in the morning.
He talks about a potential problem for diabetics and what you can do to help!
Have you noticed higher blood sugar readings in the morning?
If so, you don't want to miss this episode!
Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle tissue as we age.
It is very common in many seniors
But...
What is the importance of B12 when it comes to sarcopenia?
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses a study which states low B12 is a huge factor in sarcopenia!
He will go over B12 testing, where B12 is found and what the best kind of B12 is to take.
If you're worried about muscle loss as you age, you don't want to miss this episode!
Dementia and Alzheimer's are both debilitating diseases and a big fear for many people.
But...
How do we protect ourselves?
In today's podcast, Dr.Martin will discuss how to do this.
He will discuss many factors in brain health including
B12
Choline
Insulin
Blood Pressure
Sleep
If you want to know how to protect your brain as you age, you don't want to miss this episode!