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308: Colon Hydrotherapy: Risks, Benefits And Pooping Better - with Marina Ortega

Nov 13, 2026 47 min

What if one of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to improve their gut health is focusing on detoxification before addressing elimination? In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with Marina Ortega, founder of Scottsdale Hydrotherapy and known as the Poop Fairy, to explore the often-overlooked relationship between constipation, drainage, and detoxification. Marina's journey into gut health began with her own five-year struggle with chronic constipation. After trying conventional approaches without finding lasting relief, she discovered colon hydrotherapy and eventually built a wellness center dedicated to helping others struggling with bowel dysfunction and digestive health challenges. The conversation explores why chronic constipation deserves more attention, how colon hydrotherapy works, and why Marina believes regular elimination is an important consideration before beginning a detox or parasite cleanse. They also discuss the lymphatic system, drainage pathways, and the relationship between movement, sweating, and bowel function. One of the most compelling parts of the episode is Marina's personal experience with black mold exposure. After becoming severely ill, she discovered that an environment she had regularly visited to improve her health was potentially exposing her to mold. She shares her experience navigating testing, treatment options, and the wellness approaches she incorporated into her recovery. Josh and Marina also examine some of the more controversial tools in the natural health space, including coffee enemas, castor oil packs, colonics, herbal teas, and ozone sauna therapy. They discuss proposed mechanisms, personal experiences, and the importance of understanding what these interventions are intended to accomplish. You'll also hear a discussion about long-term laxative use, parasite cleansing, product quality, and why Marina created Trust Your Gut to make certain wellness products more affordable. If you've been strugg...

307: What Causes Autism?: Inflammation, Immunity And Vaccines -with Dr. Theresa Lyons

Nov 6, 2026 58 min

Is autism purely genetic, or could environmental exposures, gut health, immune dysfunction and neuroinflammation play a much bigger role than we currently understand? In this fascinating conversation, Josh Dech sits down with Theresa Lyons, PhD, to explore the complex biological factors that may contribute to autism and why searching for one universal cause or treatment may be fundamentally misguided. With a PhD in computational chemistry from Yale and a background in pharmaceutical research and development, Theresa brings a scientific perspective to a deeply personal subject. After her daughter received an autism diagnosis, she began investigating the biological mechanisms, environmental risk factors and emerging research that could help parents better understand their children's health. Together, they explore the relationship between autism and the gut microbiome, including how antibiotics, environmental toxins, mold exposure, heavy metals and nutritional deficiencies may influence immune function and neurological development. They also examine maternal autoantibodies, cerebral folate deficiency and the potential relationship between dairy consumption and neurological inflammation. Theresa explains why some children may experience significant communication difficulties despite having far more cognitive ability than their outward behavior suggests. The conversation also tackles some of the most contentious questions surrounding autism, including vaccines, environmental exposures, genetic susceptibility and whether an autism diagnosis necessarily remains lifelong. Perhaps most importantly, this episode challenges parents to stop chasing someone else's success story. Autism is complex, and the factors influencing one child may be entirely different from those affecting another. Understanding the individual biology, investigating potential contributors and making informed decisions requires critical thinking rather than quick fixes. If you're interested in auti...

306: MCAS, Histamines And The Molecule That Is Changing It All - with Brandon Perez

Oct 30, 2026 58 min

What if the future of gut health and immune regulation involves something we're not paying nearly enough attention to: glyconutrients? In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with Brandon Perez to explore Acemannan, a naturally occurring, mannose-rich polysaccharide found in the inner gel of aloe vera, and its potential role in immune function, inflammation, and tissue repair. Brandon shares his personal journey through eight years of mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), histamine intolerance, chronic inflammation, sleep disturbances, brain fog, anxiety, and digestive dysfunction. After spending approximately $70,000 searching for answers, he discovered Acemannan and describes experiencing significant improvements in his symptoms over the following months. But this conversation goes beyond one person's experience. Josh and Brandon explore how Acemannan interacts with macrophages, the difference between immune stimulation and immune modulation, and why helping the immune system regulate its response may be more important than simply trying to boost it. They also investigate the emerging science of glyconutrients, the glycocalyx, and the relationship between carbohydrate structures, cellular communication, and immune recognition. Brandon also explains why Acemannan should be viewed as a potential component of a broader gut-healing strategy rather than a standalone solution. If you're struggling with chronic gut issues, histamine intolerance, MCAS, or persistent inflammation, this episode offers a fascinating look at an emerging area of immune and nutritional research. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Acemannan: What It Is And How It Works Brandon's Eight-Year Battle With MCAS And Histamine Intolerance Immune Modulation Versus Immune Stimulation Glyconutrients And The Glycocalyx Acemannan Research, Patents And Mechanisms Of Action Gut Repair, Collagen Production And Fibroblasts SIBO, Dysbiosis And Short-Chain Fatty Acids Acemannan, CIRS And Chronic Inflammatory...

305: The Cellural "Antenna" And How We Misunderstood Sugar, Fat And Energy - with Robert Kiltz

Oct 23, 2026 52 min

What if understanding gut health requires looking beyond protein, fat, and carbohydrates to the microscopic structures that coat our cells? In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech welcomes back Dr. Robert Kiltz for a deep dive into the glycocalyx: a sugar-rich layer on the surface of cells that plays important roles in cellular recognition, communication, and interactions with the surrounding environment. Dr. Kiltz introduces the field of glycobiology and explains glycosylation, the process through which sugars attach to proteins and influence their structure and function. Using accessible analogies, including a biological barcode and an antenna that senses the cellular environment, he explores how these structures help the body distinguish between self and non-self. The conversation connects this biology to gut health, the intestinal barrier, the microbiome, and immune function. Because the gut encounters an enormous range of substances from the outside environment, understanding its protective mechanisms is relevant to discussions about inflammation and intestinal permeability. Josh and Dr. Kiltz explore the possibility that changes in the glycocalyx may influence how the body interacts with microbes and other foreign substances. The discussion then moves into a more unconventional examination of human nutrition. Dr. Kiltz challenges conventional assumptions about dietary sugar, energy metabolism, and the relative importance of protein and fat. He discusses adipose tissue as more than stored energy, using the example of hibernating bears to illustrate his perspective on fat as a biological resource. He also shares his views on raw versus cooked animal foods, rendered fat, and the evolutionary context of human eating patterns. Some of these nutritional claims are hypotheses and opinions that extend beyond established scientific consensus. This episode is an opportunity to explore the ideas, understand the underlying biology, and distinguish established cellu...

304: The Shoes Tha Slow Aging, Fix Joint Pain And Sore Muscles - with Mark Sisson

Oct 16, 2026 47 min

What if your feet play a bigger role in your long-term health than you've been led to believe? In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with Mark Sisson, longtime athlete, author of The Primal Blueprint and Born to Walk, and founder of Peluva, to explore the overlooked relationship between foot health, movement, balance, and healthy aging. Mark argues that modern footwear can restrict natural toe movement and reduce the sensory feedback our feet provide to the brain. He explains how proprioception—the body's ability to sense its position and movement—helps coordinate the kinetic chain, including the ankles, knees, hips, and back. When foot movement is restricted or pain changes the way we walk, other parts of the body may compensate. Drawing on his own history of athletic injuries, Mark shares why he began rethinking conventional footwear and developed a minimalist shoe designed to provide a wide toe box, a thin sole, flexibility, and greater ground feel. Josh adds a personal perspective, describing how an ankle injury affected his hip mobility and how foot-focused rehabilitation became part of his recovery. The conversation also explores why Mark considers foot strength an overlooked component of longevity. Balance, reaction time, and the ability to remain physically active become especially important with age. For women concerned about maintaining mobility, strength, and bone density, the discussion highlights how foot discomfort can become a barrier to walking and weight-bearing exercise. You'll also hear Mark challenge conventional assumptions about heavily cushioned shoes, arch support, and the running boom. He explains why he favors gradual foot conditioning, appropriate footwear, and frequent low-intensity movement over relying exclusively on isolated workouts. The episode concludes with a practical reminder: walking doesn't need to happen in one long session. Short walks distributed throughout the day can be a useful way to build more movemen...

303: The Molecule That's More Important Than Oxygen And How To Get More Of It - with Dr. Nathan S. Bryan

Oct 9, 2026 51 min

In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech welcomes back Dr. Nathan S. Bryan, a researcher who has spent 25 years studying nitric oxide and its role in human physiology. Together, they explore how nitric oxide supports vascular function, oxygen delivery, inflammation regulation, and the body's natural repair processes—and why its relationship with chronic illness deserves closer scientific attention. The conversation begins with an unexpected topic: your mouth. Dr. Bryan discusses the relationship between the oral microbiome, certain mouthwash ingredients, and the body's ability to produce nitric oxide. They examine how oral bacteria participate in the nitrate–nitrite–nitric oxide pathway and why disrupting this process may have implications beyond dental health. Josh and Nathan then connect nitric oxide to broader questions in functional medicine and root-cause healing. They discuss inflammation, oxidative stress, immune dysfunction, microcirculation, environmental exposures, and the physiological processes involved in delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues. For listeners navigating chronic gut symptoms or inflammatory conditions, this offers a wider perspective on the systems that interact with the immune system and overall health. The episode also explores the proposed vascular and metabolic components of Alzheimer's disease, nitric oxide research in stroke recovery, and the potential relationship between nitric oxide signaling and immune-cell behavior. Nathan explains his approach to restorative physiology and why he believes research should focus on the biological mechanisms contributing to disease, rather than only its downstream manifestations. The conversation becomes more controversial as Josh and Nathan question conventional pharmaceutical incentives, discuss the challenges of funding disruptive research, and share strong opinions about mainstream medical practice and the COVID-19 response. These perspectives are part of the discussion, not proof tha...

302: Why You're Stuck WIth Chronic Inflamation And What To Do About It - with Dr. Tom O'Bryan

Oct 5, 2026 1 hr 8 min

Dr. Tom O'Bryan returns to ReversABLE for a wide-ranging conversation about gut health, chronic inflammation, the microbiome, environmental toxins, heavy metals, and the deeper mechanisms that may connect digestive dysfunction with systemic and neurological problems. The conversation begins with LPS, or lipopolysaccharide—a component of the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria. Tom explains his view that LPS deserves far more attention in discussions around inflammation and describes how increased intestinal permeability may allow inflammatory bacterial components to enter circulation and affect tissues beyond the gut. Tom then lays out his "perfect storm" framework for chronic inflammatory disease: genetic susceptibility, environmental triggers, dysbiosis, intestinal permeability, and chronic systemic inflammation. Rather than searching for one isolated root cause, he argues that practitioners should look at the entire chain of factors contributing to a person's symptoms and ask what the immune system may be responding to. The discussion moves into gluten and wheat, including Tom's controversial position that someone can have an immune response to wheat without experiencing obvious digestive symptoms. The episode also explores the relationship between intestinal and other epithelial barriers, including the blood-brain barrier and reproductive tissues. From there, Josh and Tom explore chemical exposure, heavy metals, fertility, sperm DNA fragmentation, air pollution, and the challenges of interpreting heavy-metal testing. They also discuss why aggressive detoxification can be problematic and why Tom emphasizes reducing ongoing exposure rather than simply pursuing increasingly aggressive detox protocols. Finally, Tom brings the conversation back to something much more practical: education and incremental change. His "one hour a week" principle is about making small, sustainable changes to reduce environmental and lifestyle stressors over time rather than sea...

301: Your Pets Are Dying Young - Here Is How To Help Them Live Longer And Healthier - with Dr. Judy Morgan

Sep 25, 2026 1 hr 9 min

What if modern veterinary care is treating the symptoms of chronic disease without addressing the conditions that created them? In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with veterinarian Dr. Judy Morgan for a wide-ranging conversation about root-cause pet health, gut health, nutrition, inflammation, the microbiome, immune function, and the growing role of holistic veterinary medicine. Dr. Morgan shares more than four decades of veterinary experience and explains why she believes pet health has changed dramatically over the past several decades. She discusses the three issues at the center of her work: what she describes as over-vaccination, ultra-processed pet food, and overuse of medications and pesticides. The conversation then moves into one of the most important foundations of health: nutrition. Dr. Morgan explains her approach to whole-food diets for dogs and cats, why she favors minimally processed ingredients, and how she approaches dietary changes in rescue animals and pets dealing with allergies or digestive problems. Josh and Judy also explore the connection between lifestyle and the microbiome. Judy describes an informal comparison involving her indoor and outdoor cats and discusses differences she observed in their microbiome profiles, while emphasizing the potential importance of sunlight, soil exposure, fresh plants, movement, hunting behaviors, and environmental enrichment. The episode also tackles controversial territory, including vaccination schedules, titers, homeopathic nosodes, pharmaceutical companies, corporate ownership of veterinary clinics, prescription diets, flea and tick medications, and the economics influencing veterinary recommendations. For pet parents dealing with chronic allergies, digestive problems, inflammation, behavioral issues, or recurring health problems, this episode offers a broader framework for thinking about animal health: look beyond the isolated symptom and consider the animal's food, environment, beh...

300: Nobody Cares About You... Except For You - with Jonny Mills

Sep 19, 2026 54 min

Josh Dech sits down with Jonny Mills, founder of Wealth Pilot, to discuss what happens when you stop automatically following the path society has laid out for you and begin questioning what actually creates health, fulfillment, freedom, and meaning. Jonny shares his personal experience of becoming seriously ill shortly after relocating from London to Cape Town. After being hospitalized with severe diarrhea and eventually diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, he was told that he had a genetic condition and would need long-term medication. Jonny describes how that diagnosis became the beginning of a deeper investigation into gut health, chronic illness, the microbiome, and the root-cause question rather than the end of the conversation. From there, the conversation expands beyond the gut. Josh and Jonny explore how chronic stress, work, financial pressure, social expectations, relationships, and our definition of success can all influence the way we experience life. They discuss the psychological cost of constantly seeking external approval, why comparing yourself to others can become a trap, and how deliberately defining your own values can create a different form of wealth. They also challenge the idea that traditional employment is automatically synonymous with security, discussing financial independence, entrepreneurship, investing, and the importance of building greater personal control over your future. For anyone dealing with chronic gut issues or inflammatory conditions, the deeper message is about becoming an active participant in your own health journey—while recognizing that personal agency doesn't mean ignoring professional medical care. This is ultimately a conversation about health, identity, responsibility, freedom, and the courage to question whether the life you're living is actually the life you want. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Taking Agency And Personal Responsibility For Your Life Jonny's Ulcerative Colitis Journey And Questioning His Initial Diagnosi...

299: The Infant Microbiome Crisis That's Setting Your Kids Up To Have Chronic Disease - with Stephanie Culler

Sep 11, 2026 52 min

What happens when the foundational microbes responsible for helping establish the infant gut microbiome begin disappearing? In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with microbiome researcher Stephanie Culler to explore one of the most overlooked factors in lifelong health: what happens to the gut microbiome during the earliest stages of life. Stephanie shares findings from the My Baby Biome study, described as the largest U.S. study of the infant gut microbiome, including the striking observation that 25% of babies in the study had no detectable Bifidobacterium at all. Even more concerning, the team found that approximately 76% of babies had low levels of these foundational bacteria, with low or absent levels by age two associated with substantially higher risk of conditions such as food allergies, eczema, and asthma. The conversation breaks down why Bifidobacterium—particularly Bifidobacterium infantis—matters, how human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) act as specialized prebiotics, and how microbial metabolites can influence immune-system development and inflammation. Stephanie explains how antibiotics, C-sections, feeding practices, ultra-processed foods, low-fiber diets, and broader modernization may be reshaping the infant microbiome across generations. Josh and Stephanie also explore whether the microbiome can be "rewilded," why some bacterial strains may be better adapted to the modern gut than older commercial strains, and the potential implications for adult gut health and inflammatory disease. They discuss research into microbiome restoration using targeted combinations of Bifidobacterium strains and HMOs. The episode also tackles a surprisingly nuanced question: is there one ideal diet for the microbiome? Stephanie explains why different microbiome configurations may respond differently to fiber-rich, mixed, or carnivore-style diets—and why personalized nutrition may ultimately depend on the microbial ecosystem already present in an individua...

298: Food Sensitivities: Why Elimination Diets Stop Working & What To Do Instead - with Hannah Aylward

Sep 7, 2026 53 min

If you're bloated after eating, reacting to seemingly "healthy" foods, struggling with constipation or diarrhea, or living on an increasingly restrictive diet, the problem may be more complicated—and more fixable—than simply identifying the foods you're "sensitive" to. In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with gut-health practitioner Hannah Aylward for a deep conversation about food sensitivities, elimination diets, the microbiome, digestion, inflammation, and the search for root cause. Hannah explains why she doesn't recommend relying on IgG food sensitivity testing and how these tests can potentially create unnecessary food fear, particularly when gut-barrier function is compromised. Instead of continually eliminating foods, the conversation explores what may be happening upstream: impaired digestion, low stomach acid, digestive enzyme and bile issues, microbial imbalance, gut-barrier dysfunction, and the gut-brain connection. One of the most important themes is that there may not be a single "root cause." Hannah describes a layered approach in which several dysfunctions can interact, meaning the food someone reacts to may be a clue rather than the fundamental problem. The episode also explores why some people struggle to tolerate fiber-rich foods, why traditionally "gut-healthy" foods such as bone broth, collagen, sauerkraut, garlic, onions, and vegetables aren't necessarily right for everyone at every stage, and why a resilient microbiome should ultimately allow someone to tolerate a wider variety of foods. Hannah shares her own experience of spending nearly a decade on an elimination diet, dealing with severe bloating and food fear, and eventually discovering that there were deeper factors affecting her gut health—including digestion, microbial balance, environmental exposures, and the nervous system. Finally, Josh and Hannah discuss stress and the gut-brain connection, including why "it's just stress" can be an incomplete explanation. Stres...

297: Viruses Don't Exist And Your Heart Isn't A Pump - with Dr. Tom Cowan

Aug 28, 2026 1 hr 3 min

In this provocative episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with physician Dr. Tom Cowan for a wide-ranging conversation about disease, scientific reasoning, the heart, viruses, bacteria, environmental exposures, hormones, and the assumptions underlying conventional medicine. Cowan describes his unusual path into medicine, including 37 years in family practice, and explains the philosophy that drives much of his work: rather than immediately trying to determine what is true, first investigate whether the original claim has actually been demonstrated. That framework takes the conversation into controversial territory. Cowan challenges conventional explanations surrounding viruses and germ theory, using examples involving polio, measles, SARS-CoV-2, bacteria, antibodies, and laboratory procedures. He argues that some commonly accepted demonstrations of causation do not establish what they are claimed to establish. These are among the most contentious claims in the episode and are presented as Cowan's perspective rather than settled medical consensus. The discussion then shifts into physiology, where Cowan challenges the conventional description of the heart as a pressure-propulsion pump. He presents his theory of the heart as part of a vortex-based circulatory system and connects that concept to blood flow, pressure differentials, tissue-level physiology, and electrically charged water. Josh and Tom also explore mold, parasites, bacteria, environmental toxins, EMFs, inflammation, and the question of whether the presence of a microorganism necessarily establishes it as the root cause of illness. One of the most compelling themes throughout the conversation is critical thinking: separating observation from interpretation, correlation from causation, and established evidence from assumptions. For anyone interested in gut health, chronic illness, inflammation, the microbiome, immune system, root-cause health, functional medicine, or simply questioning how medica...

296: Hashimoto's Isn't Just A Thyroid Problem (Here Is What You 're Missing) - with Inna Topiler

Aug 21, 2026 51 min

In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with board-certified clinical nutritionist Inna Topiler, who has spent nearly two decades working in the thyroid and Hashimoto's space. Together, they explore the deeper connection between gut health, inflammation, the microbiome, immune-system regulation, and thyroid function. The conversation begins with an important distinction: Hashimoto's is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the thyroid. Inna explains why she believes addressing thyroid hormone alone may not tell the whole story and why identifying potential immune triggers can be an important part of a root-cause investigation. Josh and Inna then explore the gut–thyroid connection, including digestive symptoms, chronic infections, microbial imbalances, intestinal permeability, nutrient absorption, liver and gallbladder function, and thyroid hormone conversion. Inna describes four broad categories of potential triggers she looks at with clients: food, infection, toxins, and stress. The episode also gets into why someone can have thyroid-related problems without obvious digestive symptoms, why Inna says the vast majority of her thyroid clients have some form of gut issue when investigated more deeply, and why she believes different "thyroid types" may require different approaches. You'll also hear a practical discussion about diet, food sensitivities, comprehensive stool testing, nutrient status, water filtration, stress management, nervous-system regulation, and the dangers of randomly experimenting with supplements. If you're dealing with Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism, chronic gut issues, inflammation, fatigue, brain fog, or autoimmune concerns, this conversation offers a systems-based perspective on why the gut and thyroid may need to be considered together. TOPICS DISCUSSED: The Gut–Thyroid–Immune-System Chicken-And-Egg Relationship Hashimoto's Triggers: Food, Infection, Toxins And Stress The Thyroid's Role Throughout The Body...

295: The 5 Foods Behind Chronic Bloating—and What to Look for When Cutting Them Doesn't Work

Aug 18, 2026 9 min

Chronic bloating is one of the most frustrating gut health symptoms—especially when you've already eliminated gluten, dairy, sugar, processed foods, or other suspected triggers and still feel swollen after meals. In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech explores the potential contributors to persistent bloating and why simply removing more foods may not always address the root cause. The conversation examines five food categories discussed in the episode: gluten and refined carbohydrates, dairy, sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners, ultra-processed "health foods," and highly fermentable foods such as legumes and cruciferous vegetables. The discussion then moves beyond diet into the mechanisms that may contribute to chronic digestive symptoms. These include stomach acid and digestion, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), gut motility, the gut-brain connection, stress, and the relationship between the nervous system and digestive function. A central theme is the idea of looking beyond individual foods toward the broader gut health "terrain"—including the microbiome, digestive function, nutritional status, inflammation, and other factors that may influence how someone responds to food. The episode is particularly relevant for people dealing with ongoing bloating alongside IBS or other chronic digestive complaints who feel as though they've already tried every elimination diet available. Josh also discusses why some foods commonly promoted as healthy can be difficult to tolerate during periods of digestive distress, and why personalized assessment can be more useful than endlessly restricting the diet. Importantly, several physiological and treatment-related claims made in the episode should be interpreted in the context of current medical evidence rather than as universal explanations for bloating. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Five Major Food Categories Associated With Bloating Why Bloating Can Persist After Eliminating Trigger Foods Stomach Acid, Digestion,...

294: The Most Important Story You Tell Is The One You Tell Yourself - with Kyle Gray

Aug 14, 2026 49 min

What if the story you tell yourself about your health is not entirely coming from your mind—but is being influenced by what is happening inside your body? In this episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with Kyle Gray for a conversation about the intersection of gut health, inflammation, biology, emotions, language, and personal identity. Kyle shares his own decade-long health journey, including Hashimoto's, gut health problems, fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, and the anxiety and self-judgment that accompanied them. His experience raises a powerful question: when your biology makes you feel terrible, how much of the negative story you tell yourself is actually a reflection of your circumstances—and how much is simply your brain trying to explain the feeling? The conversation challenges the simplistic idea that you can simply "think positive" and overcome chronic health problems. Instead, Kyle argues that biological health and belief can influence one another. Improving digestion and addressing underlying health problems may create greater access to positive emotional states, while the language and beliefs we repeatedly use can influence our emotions, behavior, physiology, and relationships. Josh and Kyle explore how gut dysbiosis and inflammation can become intertwined with anxiety, self-worth, imposter syndrome, and hopelessness, as well as how people can begin identifying the stories running underneath their symptoms. Kyle also introduces a practical process for examining those stories word by word—using language to move from helplessness toward agency and purpose. For anyone struggling with chronic gut symptoms, inflammatory conditions, autoimmune issues, fatigue, anxiety, or the feeling that their health has become part of their identity, this episode offers a different lens on the root cause conversation: not as a replacement for addressing biology, but as another layer worth examining. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Gut Health, Dysbiosis, Inflammation, And The...

293: Why Women Fell Tired, Moody, Inflamed, And "Off" In Their Thirties - with Dr. Cassie Smith

Aug 7, 2026 52 min

Josh Dech sits down with Dr. Cassie Smith, a dual board-certified endocrinologist and founder of Modern Endocrine, to unpack why testosterone matters in women and why hormone health cannot always be separated from gut health, stress, sleep, metabolism, and the microbiome. The conversation challenges the common perception that testosterone is primarily a "male hormone." Dr. Smith explains that women produce testosterone through the ovaries and adrenal glands and discusses the broad role she sees it playing in mood, libido, muscle mass, recovery, fertility, thyroid function and overall wellbeing. From there, the conversation moves into what Dr. Smith sees as a major root-cause issue: chronic stress. Rather than defining stress purely as emotional distress, she describes the cumulative effects of poor sleep, excessive workloads, lack of sunlight and movement, late-night light exposure, social media, and modern "go-go-go" lifestyles. She connects these factors to gut dysfunction and discusses dysbiosis, gut permeability, immune activation, insulin, cortisol and downstream hormone changes. Sleep becomes another major focus, including circadian rhythm, morning sunlight, consistent bedtimes and how couples might divide nighttime responsibilities after having children. The episode also examines the gut microbiome from infancy, including birth, antibiotics, nutrition and other early-life factors, before turning toward solutions. Dr. Smith explains how Modern Endocrine approaches complex cases through detailed history-taking, laboratory testing, gut testing, lifestyle interventions, coaching and, where appropriate, hormone or other therapeutic support. Ultimately, the episode delivers a simple message: don't just chase symptoms—look for the root causes, start with the fundamentals, and make sustainable changes one step at a time. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Testosterone In Women: Importance, Decline And Symptoms Chronic Stress And Its Effects On Gut And Hormones Gut Health, Dys...

292: The Gut Disease Epidemic Affecting 1 in 100 people

Aug 4, 2026 9 min

We're facing a serious bowel disease epidemic that's icnreased by 50,000% in 70 years, and will affect 1 in 100 people. This is everything you need to know... TOPICS DISCUSSED: 5 things driving this epidemic Why Canada, US, UK, New Zealand and Australia are hit the hardest Why most doctors still call it "unknown" If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

291: How Companies Turn Industrial Waste Into "Health Food" - with Steven Rofrano

Jul 31, 2026 48 min

Josh sits down with Steven, founder of Masa Chips, to explore how products like cottonseed oil, Crisco, and modern vegetable oils entered the food supply, and why many processed foods bear little resemblance to the foods humans historically consumed. Together they examine how industrial agriculture, food processing, pesticides, and modern manufacturing practices may influence gut health, inflammation, and overall wellness from a root-cause perspective. Steven also shares his personal journey through chronic digestive issues, immune challenges, and pancreatitis as a child—an experience that ultimately led him to study nutrition and build a company focused on producing snacks using traditional preparation methods rather than modern shortcuts. The discussion explores topics including organic farming, regenerative agriculture, sourdough fermentation, nixtamalization, gluten, GMOs, glyphosate, beef tallow, ancestral diets, and why food quality often depends more on processing methods than individual ingredients alone. Rather than simply debating whether grains are "good" or "bad," the conversation focuses on how traditional cultures prepared foods to improve digestibility and nutrient availability. TOPICS DISCUSSED: History And Origins Of Seed Oils Traditional Food Preparation (Nixtamalization & Sourdough) Modern Food Processing & Industrial Agriculture Organic Farming, Pesticides & GMOs Ancient Vs. Modern Diets Building Ancient Crunch / Masa Chips Consumer Responsibility & Voting With Your Dollar More from Steven Rofrano: Website: masachips.com Instagram: @reallytanman X: @reallytanman Potato Chips: vandycrisps.com Get 25% Off Your First Order: masachips.com/reversable Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

290: Weird Organs You Didn't Know You Had (5 new ones and 1 was just discovered in 2016)

Jul 28, 2026 7 min

Science is always evolving, which means we're always learning. Today, we're talking about 5 organic you didn't know you had, and one is brand new that was just discovered in 2016! TOPICS DISCUSSED: 5 organs in your gut you didn't know you had a new organ that was just disocovered in 2016 What they do and how they work If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

289: The Hidden Cost Of Doing Everything Yourself - with Dr. John Dermatini

Jul 24, 2026 59 min

In this thought-provoking episode of ReversABLE, Josh Dech sits down with Dr. John Demartini to explore the connection between personal values, chronic stress, nervous system regulation, and long-term health. Drawing from more than five decades of teaching and research, Dr. Demartini explains why many people remain exhausted, overwhelmed, and chronically inflamed despite doing "all the right things" for their health. The discussion explores his framework of the seven areas of life mastery, why living according to your highest values can dramatically change your physiology, and how prioritization may influence everything from energy levels to emotional resilience. The conversation also dives into neuroscience, the role of the prefrontal cortex, decision-making, delegation, and why constantly operating from obligation rather than inspiration may contribute to ongoing stress. Josh brings the discussion back to the world of functional medicine and root-cause healing, connecting these concepts to the everyday struggles faced by people dealing with digestive disorders, autoimmune disease, fatigue, and persistent inflammation. Together they challenge conventional thinking around productivity, burnout, and success while offering practical strategies for building a life that supports both physical and emotional well-being. Whether you're searching for answers to chronic gut issues, trying to reduce inflammation naturally, or simply looking for a more sustainable approach to health and performance, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how mindset, purpose, and daily priorities may influence the body's ability to heal. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Living According to Your Highest Values & Priorities Delegation, Time Leverage & Productivity The Seven Areas of Life Mastery Authenticity vs. Living by Other People's Expectations Stress, Brain Function & Health (Mind-Body Connection) Financial Independence & Wealth Building Purpose, Motivation & Human Potential More from D...

288: Why You're Still Stuck Taking Medication For Your Bowel Disease

Jul 21, 2026 9 min

There's a 200+ year old pattern that doctors have been stuck in and that same pattern is what keeps you stuck on medication. If you can break this pattern, you'll be able to find the root cause of your gut issues, reverse it and may even come off medication. Without it, you'll be stuck in the cycle forever. One of my favourite things to do is use history to teach about your health. And in this episode, you're going to learn about the discovery of handwashing and germs, and how this story explains why you're still stuck on medication today. TOPICS DISCUSSED: The 200+ year old pattern doctors still follow Why you're still stuck on medication How to get unstuck from the meds How to best find your root cause Unlocking the secrets to reversing your bowel disease If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

287: The Diabetes Treatment Paradox: Why Your Sugars Are Good But You Keep Getting Sicker - with Dr. Jason Shumard

Jul 17, 2026 57 min

Josh and Dr. Jason Shumard unpack why many people continue to develop complications despite improving their diet, exercising regularly, and taking medications exactly as prescribed. The conversation dives deep into the biology of insulin resistance, cellular dysfunction, chronic inflammation, toxic burden, and how environmental exposures such as mold, heavy metals, pesticides, plastics, and processed foods may interfere with the body's natural ability to regulate blood sugar. Dr. Schumard explains why functional testing—including comprehensive blood analysis and toxin screening—can uncover hidden root causes that conventional medicine often overlooks. Josh and Dr. Schumard also discuss the powerful connection between gut health, the microbiome, immune function, detoxification pathways, and chronic disease. Rather than simply suppressing symptoms, they explain how supporting the body's natural healing mechanisms may help restore metabolic function and improve long-term health. Throughout the episode, they challenge common assumptions about genetics, medications, and the standard approach to Type 2 diabetes while emphasizing that lifestyle remains essential—but often isn't the entire answer. Whether you're living with diabetes, struggling with chronic inflammation, experiencing unexplained fatigue, or simply looking to better understand the root cause approach to healing, this conversation offers an insightful look at how functional medicine views the body's remarkable ability to repair itself when underlying obstacles are identified and addressed. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Root Causes Of Type 2 Diabetes Insulin Resistance And Cellular Dysfunction Environmental Toxins, Heavy Metals & Mold Conventional Medicine vs Functional Medicine Detoxification Pathways And Cellular Healing Nutrition, Lifestyle & Blood Sugar Regulation Genetics vs Epigenetics In Chronic Disease More from Dr. Jason Shumard: Website: drshumard.com Instagram: @drjasonshumard Facebook: Shumard Wor...

286: Hemorrhoids - Why You Get Them and How to Fix Them (teaching with Napoleon)

Jul 15, 2026 10 min

Hemorrhoids are one of the most common problems facing American butts, affecting as much as 1 in 20 adults. Your doctor says to apply some hemorrhoid cream, eat more fibre, and drink more water. But none of that actually fixes the real problem as to why this is happening to you. TOPICS DISCUSSED: What hemorrhoids are Why you get them A history lesson about Napoleon's hemorrhoids How to stop and fix your hemorrhoids If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

285: Parasites, Poop & Medical Gas-Lighting: How To Take Your Health Back - with Kim Rogers

Jul 10, 2026 58 min

Kim shares her remarkable personal journey—from working in medical education and helping build healthcare colleges across the United States to facing thirteen surgeries, debilitating endometriosis, neurological symptoms, chronic inflammation, and years of unanswered medical questions. After conventional medicine failed to identify the underlying causes of her illness, she began investigating environmental toxins, mold exposure, Lyme disease, the microbiome, and parasites, ultimately transforming both her health and her career. Together, Josh and Kim discuss the limitations of symptom-based medicine, why root-cause investigation matters, and how chronic inflammation often results from multiple overlapping stressors rather than a single diagnosis. They examine the importance of gut health, immune system function, environmental exposures, microbiome balance, and the growing conversation surrounding parasite testing and herbal protocols. Whether you're dealing with digestive issues, autoimmune disease, persistent inflammation, chronic fatigue, or simply want a broader perspective on functional medicine and root-cause healing, this episode offers a thought-provoking discussion that encourages listeners to ask deeper questions about their health. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Kim's Personal Health Journey (13 Surgeries, Chronic Illness, Recovery) Parasites As A Root Cause Of Chronic Illness Conventional Medicine Vs. Root-Cause Medicine Mold Illness, Lyme Disease & Environmental Toxicity Herbal Medicine, Mushrooms & Natural Therapeutics Problems With Parasite Testing And Healthcare Systems Functional Medicine Philosophy & Patient Empowerment Social Media Censorship, Education & Changing Public Awareness More from Kim Rogers: Website: rogershood.com Instagram: @mrsrogers.hood TikTok: mrsrogershood Facebook: RogersHood Apothecary Youtube: @mrsrogershood Join Kim's Facebook Group: ParaFy Parasite Cleansing & Natural Healing With The Worm Get Kim's Ebooks: Ebooks Listen To...

284: The Toxic Load No One Is Measuring: Glyphosate, EMF's & The Gut-Brain Collapse - with Martha Carlin

Jul 10, 2026 58 min

After her husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, Martha left her career in accounting and began investigating the root causes behind chronic illness. Her research eventually led her to the White House Microbiome Initiative, collaborations with leading microbiome scientists, and years of studying how modern environmental exposures may influence human health. Together, Josh and Martha discuss how toxic burden develops over decades through food, water, household chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals, and other environmental factors. They explore the growing evidence connecting glyphosate, paraquat, EMFs, and other modern exposures to disruptions in the gut microbiome, chronic inflammation, and immune system signaling. Rather than focusing on symptom management, this episode emphasizes a root cause approach to healing—helping listeners understand how the microbiome, immune system, and environmental health interact to influence everything from digestive disorders to neurological disease. If you're interested in gut health, microbiome science, inflammation, environmental medicine, and reversing chronic illness naturally, this is an episode you won't want to miss. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Environmental Toxins & Cumulative Toxic Burden Gut Microbiome & Chronic Disease Connections Glyphosate, Pesticides & Food Supply Parkinson's Disease & Root Causes Immune System, Inflammation & "Autoimmunity" EMFs, Electromagnetic Fields & Neurological Health Gene Transfer, Molecular Mimicry & Microbiology Martha's Personal Story & Scientific Journey More from Martha Carlin: Website: biotiquest.com Instagram: @biotiquest Facebook: BiotiQuest Youtube: @biotiquest X: @BiotiQuest Substack: Martha's Quest Martha's Parkison's Blog: marthasquest.com Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIA...

283: Every Doctor Has It Wrong - Bowel Disease Is NOT Autoimmune, Genetic Or Random

Jul 7, 2026 16 min

For decades, people diagnosed with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis have been told the same three things: the disease is genetic, autoimmune, and ultimately idiopathic—meaning nobody truly knows what causes it. But does today's scientific literature actually support those conclusions? Josh explains how the very terminology of those 3 words "genetic", "autoimmune", "random" is actually based on misinterpreted or ignored science, and that the narrative of it being impossible to fix, stops people from bothering to look. In this episode, he breaks down the history, the studies and the science to prove that bowel disease is not what they say it is. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Challenging the genetic theory of IBD Questioning the autoimmune classification Environmental and lifestyle risk factors Historical evolution of IBD research Genetics vs. gene expression (environmental influence) Remission versus cure debate If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

282: The Final Solution for Acid Reflux and GERD

Jun 29, 2026 1 hr 19 min

Acid reflux and GERD are often thought about as being elusive, impossible fix, or they're seen as a "lifelong" issue that requires medication. But there's once your understand why it's a problem, it becomes pretty easy to solve. *this is a recording from a lecture I did for the Reflux Summit with more than 40,000 participants and I didn't want you to miss this! TOPICS DISCUSSED: What causes acid reflux and where it comes from The real reasons your gut get disrupted How to finally solve the reflux problem If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

281: Cancer, Covid, And Medical Blindspots - with Dr. Peter McCullough

Jun 19, 2026 47 min

The conversation centers around newly reported findings involving the use of ivermectin and mebendazole in cancer patients. Dr. McCullough explains how observational data collected through The Wellness Company and the McCullough Foundation showed an 84% positive response signal among participants, including cases of remission, disease stabilization, and reductions in tumor burden. He discusses the biological mechanisms being investigated, including effects on cancer cell proliferation, blood supply, and apoptosis. Beyond cancer treatment, Josh and Dr. McCullough explore the broader epidemic of chronic illness. They examine the dramatic rise in inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, the role of environmental exposures, immune dysregulation, microbiome disruption, and the growing evidence that many chronic conditions may be driven by root-cause factors rather than purely genetic predisposition. If you're interested in gut health, inflammation, the microbiome, immune function, cancer prevention, or root-cause medicine, this episode offers a thought-provoking look at some of the most important health conversations happening today. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Repurposed Medications & Observational Cancer Research Cancer Treatment Models & Oncology Practices Environmental Causes of Disease COVID-Era Medical Controversies Cancer Prevention Strategies & Nutrition Medical Institutions, Regulation & Research Funding Emerging diagnostic technologies for cancer detection More from Dr. Peter McCullough: Website: thefocalpoints.com Instagram: petermcculloughmd Youtube: @petermcculloughmd X: @P_McCulloughMD Substack: Focal Points More About Dr. Peter McCullough: petermcculloughmd.com Get Dr. Peter's Book: Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality Get Dr. Peter's Book: The Courage to Face Covid 19 Listen To Dr. Peter's Podcast: The McCullough Report Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut?...

280: Crohn's and Colitis are NOT autoimmune, genetic or random conditions - here's the hard PROOF.

Jun 17, 2026 10 min

You've beentold that Crohn's and colitis are autoimmune conditions, caused by your genetics, and there's no known cause - but that's entirely FALSE. And I can prove it in less than 10 minutes. TOPICS DISCUSSED: What the science and data actually says A fresh look at the literature Crohn's and colitis are not autoimmune They're not "idiopathic" / unknown They're not caused by genetics If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

279: The Menopause Conversation No One Is Having (Gut Health, Aging & The Next 30 Years) - with Nicki WIlliams

Jun 12, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Nicki shares her personal journey through unexplained fatigue, brain fog and hormonal chaos before discovering that the root cause wasn't depression but perimenopause. From there, the conversation expands into the deeper drivers of long-term health, including gut health, chronic inflammation, the microbiome, stress physiology, immune system function and metabolic resilience. Listeners will also discover the surprising relationship between chronic stress and hormone balance, how gut health influences aging, why muscle mass becomes critical after menopause, and practical strategies to reduce inflammation naturally. Whether you're navigating menopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a root-cause roadmap toward better energy, stronger immunity, improved microbiome diversity and healthier aging. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Post-menopause health and healthy aging framework Hormones and menopause physiology Stress, cortisol and nervous system regulation Sleep optimization and recovery Nutrition, protein and blood sugar management Gut health, microbiome and inflammation Exercise, strength training and mobility Mindset, connection and emotional wellbeing HRT discussion and individualized care Detoxification, environmental toxins and longevity pathways More from Nicki Williams: Website: happyhormonesforlife.com Instagram: @happyhormonesforlife Facebook: Happy Hormones For Life Youtube: @NickiWilliamsHappyHormones X: @nickijwilliams Get Nicki's Book: It's Not You, It's Your Hormones Get Nicki's Book: Life After Menopause Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

278: Fecal Transplants - Everything You Need to Know About FMT

Jun 9, 2026 13 min

Fecal transplants have become more and more popular in the gut health communities - especially for those with bowel diseases like Crohn's or colitis. But they can costs tens of thousands of dollars, and most of them don't work... but no one will tell you that. This episodes covers everything you need to know about FMTs, the pros, cons, risk factors and all the things no one has told you before. TOPICS DISCUSSED: What FMT is and how it's delivered to your gut How they came to be legal in the US Risk factors (people have died) What conditions they do and do not work on How to ensure an FMT actually works If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

277: The Best Health Advice (Answering Your Questions) - with Barbara O'Neill

Jun 5, 2026 43 min

Barbara O'Neill is back on the show, and this time she answers your questions. Rather than focusing on symptom management, Barbara emphasizes identifying the root cause of dysfunction through nutrition, hydration, exercise, environmental awareness and supporting the body's natural healing mechanisms. The discussion explores liver health, detoxification pathways, insulin resistance, hormone balance, skin health, pregnancy preparation, joint pain and strategies for maintaining metabolic health. The episode also examines the relationship between diet and chronic inflammation, the microbiome, environmental toxins and the immune system. Barbara explains her perspective on fatty liver disease, digestive function, ferritin levels and the importance of protein intake for healing and recovery. Whether you're navigating autoimmune disease, digestive disorders, chronic fatigue or simply looking to optimize your health naturally, this episode provides thought-provoking perspectives on creating an environment where the body can heal. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Root-cause philosophy & lifestyle medicine Support Liver Health For Individuals With High Toxic Load Fatty Liver & Mold Detoxification Protocols Protecting The Next Generation From The Environment Natural Remedies For Skin Hairloss Issues & Insuline Resistance During Perimenopause Heart Health & Metabolic Health Cholesterol, Statins & Gut Health Body Preparation For Conception & Pregnancy Iron Absorbtion "Metallic" Smell On Breath Joint Pain & Castor Oil More from Barbara O'Neill: Website: officialbarbaraoneill.com Instagram: @realbarbaraoneill TikTok: realbarbaraoneill Facebook: Barbara O'Neill Youtube: @realbarbaraoneillvideos Get Barbara's Book: Sustain Me Get Barbara's Book: Self Heal By Design Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIN...

276: The Dangers of Artificial Sweeteners and What To Use Instead

Jun 2, 2026 16 min

The entire history of artificial sweeteners like Aspartame, Sweet N' Low, and many others is surrounded by politics, financial interested and dangerous toxins. So which artificial sweeteners are the worst, and what are they really doing to your body? TOPICS DISCUSSED: 7 artificial sweeteners Their history and how they were discovered Risks and side effects Zero calorie sweetners that are safe Which sweeteners I use Recommendations for yourself and your home If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

275: Why Your Gut Never Recovered After Food Poisoning (SIBO & IBS) - with Lindsey Parsons

May 29, 2026 54 min

This episode dives deep into the relationship between food poisoning, gut motility, microbiome dysfunction, chronic bloating, inflammation, and recurring digestive symptoms. Lindsey explains why many people continue struggling with SIBO despite repeated rounds of treatment and discusses the importance of identifying root causes rather than simply managing symptoms. Josh and Lindsey also explore advanced testing options such as the IBS Smart Test, stool microbiome testing, and breath testing while discussing overlooked contributors including mold exposure, low stomach acid, pancreatic insufficiency, adhesions, hypothyroidism, and immune dysfunction. One of the most fascinating parts of the episode centers around fasting and the ProLon Fasting Mimicking Diet. Lindsey shares her experience of seeing autoimmune markers associated with post-infectious IBS normalize after implementing fasting protocols, opening an important discussion about immune regulation and gut healing. Whether you're dealing with IBS, SIBO, chronic bloating, microbiome imbalances, inflammation, or unresolved digestive symptoms, this episode provides a powerful root-cause perspective on what may be driving your gut issues and what steps you can take toward lasting recovery. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Post-Infectious IBS & Autoimmune Mechanisms SIBO Root Causes & Recurrence Food Poisoning as a Trigger for Chronic Gut Disease Testing (IBS Smart, Stool Testing, Breath Testing) Mold Toxicity & Hidden Drivers of Gut Symptoms Treatment Approaches (Prokinetics, Antimicrobials, Elemental Diet) Broader Chronic Disease & Food Supply Discussion Other SIBO Root Causes (Adhesions, Thyroid, Pancreatic Issues) More from Lindsey Parsons: Website: highdeserthealthcoaching.com Instagram: high.desert.health Facebook: High Desert Health Youtube: @highdeserthealth X: @HDesertHealth Listen to Lindsey's Podcast: The Perfect Stool Podcast Get Lindsey's Products: perfectstool.com Leave us a Review: https://www.re...

274: How to Fix Constipation and Poop Every Day

May 27, 2026 12 min

Constipation is a huge pain in the ass... and if you're not having at least 1 to 2 bowel movements a day, you're on the "constipation spectrum." Long term opioid use, antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and the newer weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro all slow your gut and put you on the same path that killed Elvis Presley. So does chronic stress, mold exposure, parasites, and the kind of inflammation that drives most cases of IBS, Crohn's, and ulcerative colitis. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Defining constipation What actually causes it Why doctors miss the root cause The risks of long term constipation How to fix constipation naturally If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

273: Why The Trauma You Ignore Becomes The Life You Live - with Michael Unbroken

May 25, 2026 56 min

Michael shares his extraordinary story of surviving childhood abuse, homelessness, addiction, suicidal ideation, and severe emotional neglect — and how those experiences ultimately shaped his mission to help others heal from trauma and reclaim their lives. Together, Josh and Michael unpack how unresolved emotional pain can manifest physically through chronic inflammation, nervous system dysregulation, insomnia, autoimmune conditions, gut health issues, emotional avoidance, addiction, and self-sabotaging behaviors. For anyone struggling with chronic illness, burnout, gut health problems, anxiety, emotional numbness, or unresolved trauma, this episode offers a powerful new perspective on healing the body by addressing the root cause. If you've ever felt stuck despite trying everything physically, this conversation may completely change how you view your health, your emotions, and your future. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Trauma & Physical Disease Connection Men's Mental Health & Emotional Suppression Childhood Trauma & Adverse Experiences Root-Cause Healing & Personal Responsibility Spirituality, Religion & Religious Trauma Therapy, Coaching & Finding the Right Help Modern Society, Masculinity & Emotional Resilience More from Michael Unbroken: Website: michaelunbroken.com Instagram: @michaelunbroken Facebook: Think Unbroken Youtube: @MichaelUnbroken X: @michaelunbroken Listen to Michael's Podcast: The Think Unbroken Podcast Get a FREE COPY of Michael's Book: Think Unbroken Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

272: The Dancing Plague That Infected 400 People

May 20, 2026 16 min

There's a famous plague known as "the dancing plague" that infected over 400 people in Europe, over 500 years ago, and medical historians are still unsure what caused it. However, there are some strong suspicions that it was a mold realted illness due to what old can do to humans. It can affects your skin, eyes, nervous system, brain, immune system and even destroy your gut; and mold is in up to 70% of US homes, causing problems for you, right now. TOPICS DISCUSSED: The dancing plague of 1518 What happened to the town's people What may have caused the dancing plague How mold might be making you sick today How to heal from mold illness If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

271: Your Symptoms Are a Warning Signal & How To Fix Them - with Ben Azadi

May 15, 2026 47 min

Ben explains why symptoms like weight gain, acid reflux, fatigue, IBS, and autoimmune issues are not the actual problem — but rather warning signs from a body under stress. Together, Josh and Ben dive deep into the root causes of poor gut health and metabolic dysfunction, including processed foods, sugar dependence, environmental toxins, circadian rhythm disruption, chronic inflammation, and the growing impact of toxic food additives and seed oils. One of the most compelling parts of the episode focuses on mindset and identity. Ben explains how subconscious beliefs and self-image can sabotage healing progress, even when someone is following the "perfect" diet or protocol. The discussion bridges neuroscience, physiology, and behavior change in a way that's both actionable and deeply motivating. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Metabolic Health & Metabolic Freedom Root Causes of Chronic Disease & Symptoms Sugar Burning, Insulin Resistance & Diabetes Environmental Toxins & Modern Lifestyle Stressors Processed Foods & Seed Oils Debate Circadian Rhythm, Sleep & Mitochondrial Health Mindset, Identity & Self-Sabotage in Healing Gratitude, Stress Reduction & Nervous System Health Practical Lifestyle Changes for Better Health More from Ben Azadi: Website: benazadi.com Instagram: @thebenazadi Facebook: Ben Azadi Youtube: @KetoKamp X: @THEBENAZADI Get Ben's Book: Metabolic Freedom Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

270: The Craziest Stories in Medical History and What We Learned From Them

May 13, 2026 19 min

What we know about health and medicine today didn't come from clinical trials. In fact, most of what we know today came from hundreds of years of accidents, tregedies, crazy stories and stubborn people who refused to let their ideas die. In this episode, I'm going to share 4 of the biggest stories from medical history, what we learned and what that means dfor your health today. These stories include a fabric merchant who built his own microscopes, a doctor who watched food digest through a hole in a man's stomach, a cook who infected and killed dozens of people without ever feeling sick, a scientist who discovered antibiotics by accident, and a doctor who drank a glass of bacteria to prove his colleagues wrong. In this episode, I'll take you through over 300 years of history, and what every chapter of it means for what's happening inside your gut, and your body, right now. TOPICS DISCUSSED: How 300 years of medical history shaped what we know today 4 stories of tragedy, inquiry and death that changed medicine forever What each of these stories means for you today Powerful lessons you should understand from these stories If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

269: The Real Cause of Thyroid Disease (Because Modern Thyroid Care Sucks) – with Dr. Amie Hornaman

May 8, 2026 1 hr 4 min

Josh Dech sits down with Dr. Amie Hornaman to expose the hidden epidemic of thyroid dysfunction, Hashimoto's disease, and failed conventional treatment. Dr. Amie shares her personal story of being repeatedly dismissed by doctors while rapidly gaining weight despite extreme dieting and exercise. After finally being diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, she discovered that standard thyroid treatment often ignores one critical factor: proper thyroid hormone conversion. She unpacks the root causes driving thyroid disease today, including chronic inflammation, gut dysfunction, microbiome imbalance, nutrient deficiencies, environmental toxins, stress, hormonal shifts, and immune system dysregulation. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Thyroid Misdiagnosis & Failed Standard Care Hashimoto's & Autoimmune Thyroid Disease Thyroid Hormone Conversion (T4, T3, Reverse T3) Root Causes: Gut Health, Stress & Inflammation Thyroid Hormone Replacement Therapy Perimenopause, Menopause & "Thyro-Pause" Thyroid Medication & Personalized Treatment Pharmaceutical Industry Critique & Healthcare System Issues More from Dr. Amie Hornaman: Website: dramie.com Instagram: @dramiehornaman TikTok: dramiehornaman Facebook: Dr. Amie Hornaman Youtube: @DrAmiehornaman Get Dr. Amie's Book: The Thyroid Fix Join Dr. Amie's Facebook Group: Just Fix Your Thyroid Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

268: The "Longevity Molecule" That Made Rats Live 90% Longer, and Won a Nobel Prize - with Chris Burres

May 1, 2026 57 min

Originally studied for its chemical properties, ESS60 gained unexpected attention when a toxicity study revealed that rats given ESS60 lived up to 90% longer than the control group.. Chris explains how this molecule may work at the root cause level—inside the mitochondria, the energy-producing centers of our cells. According to emerging research and the "buffering oxidative stress system" (BOSS theory), ESS60 may help neutralize reactive oxygen species, reducing oxidative stress and supporting cellular resilience. TOPICS DISCUSSED: ESS60 Discovery & Nobel Prize Background Mitochondrial Function & Oxidative Stress Rat Longevity Study (90% Lifespan Increase) Inflammation & Aging (Inflammaging) Biohacker Adoption & Early Use Cases Product Development & Supplement Industry Challenges Real-World Testimonials & Athlete Performance Practical Usage, Dosing & Delivery Methods More from Chris Burres: Website: myvitalc.com Instagram: @myvitalc TikTok: MyVitalC Facebook: My Vital C X: @MyVitalC Get Chris's Book: Live Longer and Better Listen to Chris's Podcast: Live Beyond the Norms Special Offer for all listeners: myvitalc.com/reversable Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

267: Bad Breath Is a Blood and Gut Problem

Apr 28, 2026 15 min

Bad breath can't always be solved with chewing gum and mouthwash. This is becasue your bad breath actaully comes from your gut and your blood, and the only way to fix it is to clean up your insides. This episodes answers the questions our listeners had from Episode 265 - this is the follow up episode. TOPICS DISCUSSED: What else causes bad breath Why your typical treatments don't work What types of smells mean about your body The gasses in your gut causing specific smells How gas exchange happens in your lungs and why this changes your breath What can cause bad breath (in your mouth and not your gut If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

266: The Real Solution to Perimenopause Hormones - with Cynthia Thurlow

Apr 24, 2026 54 min

While conventional approaches focus heavily on hormone replacement therapy, Cynthia explains why this is only part of the picture. The gut microbiome plays a central role in regulating the immune system, influencing inflammation, and even impacting how the body metabolizes hormones. The conversation dives into how chronic inflammation accelerates aging, contributes to weight gain, and disrupts metabolic health. Cynthia outlines how modern lifestyle factors—including stress, poor sleep, antibiotic use, and diet—damage the microbiome and create hidden dysfunction, even in women who feel symptom-free. This episode is essential listening for women seeking a root-cause approach to gut health, inflammation, and long-term hormonal balance. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Gut–Hormone Connection in Menopause Inflammation & Immune System Aging (Immunosenescence) Mitochondrial Health & Energy Production Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Realities Ovarian Aging & Gut-Ovary Axis Weight Gain & Metabolic Dysfunction in Midlife "Inflammaging" & Chorinc Inflammation More from Udo Erasmus: Website: cynthiathorlow.com Instagram: @cynthia_thorlow_ Youtube: @CynthiaThorlow X: @_CynthiaThurlow Get Cynthia's Book Here: The Menopause Gut Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

265: The Dangers of Mouthwash

Apr 22, 2026 13 min

Millions of people use mouthwash every single day to freshen their breath - but it's actually making your breath, and yur blood pressure worse. In this episode, I'm breaking down the dangers of mouthwash, why it's actually doing more harm than good and showing you what to to instead, so you can have fresh breath (safely). TOPICS DISCUSSED: What causes bad breath Mouthwash vs. oral microbiome How mouth was causes high blood pressure The oral-gut microbiome connection How to have healthy/fresh breath safely If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

264: Why 'Doing More' Is Making You Sicker (And What to Do Instead) - with Udo Erasmus

Apr 17, 2026 1 hr 37 min

A powerful converstaion that dives deep not only into health and facts, but also into Udo's personal story and childhood stories that shaped him and the way he sees the world! How he started his business, the pursuit of knowledge, truth, and the meaning of life! The conversation dives deep into how modern oil processing methods—exposure to heat, light, and oxygen—create massive amounts of damaged molecules, even in oils considered "healthy." As explained in the episode, even 1% damage in a tablespoon of oil can equate to tens of quintillions of altered molecules, which may significantly impact cellular function, gene expression, and the immune system. Beyond nutrition, the discussion expands into root-cause health principles—highlighting how disconnection from natural living, whole foods, and internal awareness contributes to chronic inflammation and disease. The microbiome, digestion, and environmental exposures are all framed within a broader systems-based approach to healing. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Meaning of life & human experience Disconnection from self as root cause of disease Root cause of inflammation & chronic illness Omega-3 vs Omega-6 balance Essential nutrients & individualized needs Industrial food system & chemicals Spiritual/psychological connection to health More from Udo Erasmus: Website: udoerasmus.com Instagram: @udoerasmus Youtube: @UdoErasmus Facebook: Udo Erasmus X: UdoErasmus Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

263: This Molecule is The Key to Healing Your Gut – with Steven Wright

Apr 10, 2026 1 hr 4 min

Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid produced by the microbiome—and it plays a foundational role in gut health, inflammation control, immune system regulation, and even brain function. The problem? Most people today are deficient due to poor microbiome health, low fiber tolerance, and chronic gut dysfunction. Steven breaks down how butyrate supports the integrity of the gut lining, fuels colon cells, regulates oxygen levels in the microbiome, and creates an environment where beneficial bacteria can thrive. Without it, even the best diets and supplements may fall short. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Butyrate: What It Is & Why It Matters Tributerin vs Standard Butyrate Diet Debate (Fiber vs Carnivore vs Vegan) Root Cause vs Symptom-Based Healing Failures of Probiotics & Supplement Industry Nervous System & Environmental Inputs More from Steven Wright: Website: healthygut.com Instagram: @healthygutco Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

262: Why Are Kids Getting Crohn's, And Why No One Is Asking Why It's Happening?

Apr 7, 2026 30 min

Bowel disease is becoming more and more common - in fact, in the 1950s, 1 in every 6667 Americans had bowel disease. Today, it's 1 in 2016. And experts are predicting that by 2045, that number will be 1 in 100. This is an epidemic - and we have lots of medications to treat the symptoms - by why aren't we asking the real question: Why is bowel disease exploding and how can we prevent it? Today's episode addresses an email that on of our listeners sent in about her 15 year old nephew who got diagnosed with Crohn's. If you want an episode made answering your questions, you can email my team media@reversablepod.com. IMPORTANT NOTE: This podcast (Ep 262) ties directly to Episode 260, and is referenced many times, so be sure to listen to that one as well. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Why bowel disease is exploding Why kids are getting Crohn's earlier and earlier The biggest drivers of bowel disease How we can correct/fix it it What EoE (Eosinophilic esophagitis) is, what causes it, and how it's related to bowel disease What you can do to start healing your digestive system If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

261: The Hidden Cost of Convenience What Your Grocery Store Isn't Telling You - with Michael Kummer

Apr 3, 2026 57 min

Josh and Michael also unpack the concept of self-sufficiency, discussing practical ways to regain control over your food—even if you live in a city. From growing herbs to sourcing local farms, they emphasize that small steps toward food awareness can have a profound impact on overall health. One of the most compelling parts of the episode explores the emotional and ethical experience of producing your own food—and how it fundamentally changes your relationship with what you eat. This shift often leads to reduced waste, greater appreciation, and more intentional nutrition choices. If you're struggling with gut health issues, chronic inflammation, or simply feel disconnected from your health journey, this episode offers a refreshing and empowering perspective on addressing the root cause—starting with what's on your plate. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Food quality and industrial agriculture critique Growing your own food (practical + philosophy) Self-sufficiency and lifestyle design Emotional/ethical aspects of raising and killing animals Government regulation & food systems Practical steps to start (urban/suburban options) More from Michael Kummer: Website: michaelkummer.com Instagram: @mkummer82 Youtube: @MichaelKummer X: @mkummer82 Listen to Michael's Podcast: The Primal Shift Podcast Michael's supplements: MK Supplements Newsletter: Subscribe Here Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

260: The Most Important Advice To Get And Stay Healthy

Apr 1, 2026 23 min

There are a few critical fundamentals you need to for any health program to work - no matter what it is. From surgery, to weight loss, gut health, chronic inflammation or disease - anything at all. This episode covers everything you need to know about creating a rock solid foundation. As a side note, this episode goes out to NewCreationARC on YouTube who is a listener that asked for this episode. If you want an episode made answering your questions, you can email my team media@reversablepod.com. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Why your diagnosis is crap (and not actually real) The only 2 types of illnesses you can get The only 3 reasons you get sick Identofying your root causes The only 3 things you need to heal naturally How to apply this practically to your life and your health If you have Crohn's, Colitis or Diverticulitis, be sure to check out my second podcast: Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally. Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube

259: Why You Can't Fix Your Eating Disorder (And What Actually Works) - with Matty Lansdown

Mar 27, 2026 55 min

Matty explains that eating disorders and unhealthy food patterns often stem from unresolved emotional experiences, including stress, shame, and even past trauma. In many cases, food becomes a coping mechanism—a way for the brain to regulate difficult emotions or create a sense of control. This is why traditional approaches to gut health, weight loss, and nutrition often fail to create lasting change. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Root Causes of Eating Disorders (trauma, psychology) Sexual Trauma & Its Impact on Food Behavior Orthorexia & "Healthy Eating" Extremes Defining Eating Disorders (spectrum vs extremes) Biology & Gender Differences in Eating Disorders Healing process & step-by-step framework More from Matty Lansdown: Website: mattylansdown.com Instagram: @the.real.weight.loss.coach Youtube: @therealweightlosscoach Listen to Matty's Podcast: The Real Weight Loss Coach Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram Facebook YouTube