The Doctor Is In Podcast

316. 7 Reasons Why You Need Cholesterol

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do I want high cholesterol or low cholesterol? This is a question we get asked all the time! In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses 7 reasons why you...

315. Glycation And Aging

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the last podcast, Dr.Martin talked about digestion and how our digestion changes as we age preventing us from absorbing important vitamins and mine...

314. Digestion And The Effect On The Immune System

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There have been some reports that food and the immune system are not connected. But... Dr.Martin would disagree!! You get many essential nutrients fro...

313. Q And A With Dr.Martin

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's podcast Dr.Martin answers questions sent in by listeners! He will talk about Washing your hands and what is best to use COVID-19 and your i...

312. Sugar And The Effect On White Blood Cells

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

White blood cells fight infections and other diseases in the body. They are extremely important to your immune system. If they don't work properly nei...

311. These Are The Top Killers Today

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's world we get daily updates about the number of deaths due to COVID-19 But... There are other top killers that kill thousands daily. Why don...

310. Tips To Keep Your Immune System Healthy In The Winter Months

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There will always be bugs and viruses around us. Even after the COVID-19 virus, it will always be something we deal with every fall and winter. The mo...

309. 3 Important Nutrients For Your Immune System

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Over the past few weeks Dr.Martin has been talking about the immune system a lot! Which, during this time is very important especially when thinking a...

308. Q&A With Dr.Martin

01 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's podcast Dr.Martin will answer your questions!! He will answer questions about: Blood Pressure Water consumption Progesterone Sun Exposure A...

307. Cortisol And Chronic Fatigue

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In yesterday's podcast Dr.Martin discussed Chronic Fatigue and common causes. Today, he discusses the big role cortisol plays in chronic fatigue! High...

306. Common Causes Of Chronic Fatigue

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr.Martin is considered an expert on Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia. In 1999 he wrote a book called "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: The Modern Woman's Cu...

305. The Sun And The COVID-19 Virus

27 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone who follows Dr.Martin knows he is a big fan of the sun and vitamin D! Through this whole pandemic, many people have wondered what Dr.Martin's t...

304. Insulin And The Immune System

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

88% of the population has some sort of metabolic syndrome. Metabolic Syndrome=HIGH CIRCULATING INSULIN In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses an arti...

303. Hypoglycaemia And Eating Frequency

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There was a popular myth that eating more frequently throughout the day was better especially for Hypoglycaemia. But... Dr.Martin disagrees! In today'...

302. The Fruit Myth

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Fruit is a very important part of a healthy diet right? Not quite! While fruit is good for you, it does contain a lot of sugar! In today's podcast, Dr...

301. 8 Negative Effects Of Wheat

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wheat isn't what it used to be. People sometimes think that eating whole wheat is a good option. But... Unfortunately whole wheat is just as bad for y...

300. How Much Vitamin D Do You Really Need?

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Right now the world is in a panic! We are currently dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic! You can't find toilet paper anywhere, You can't find hand sani...

299. Signs You May Be Low In Vitamin D

19 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Vitamin D levels need to be optimized. It is essential for immune system health. But... Because it can be hard to get the testing done, many people ma...

298. Cancer Cells, Sugar And Estrogen

18 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What are your cells receptive to? In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses cell receptivity. Mainly cancer cells and how receptive they are to sugar an...

297. Benefits Of Exercise

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In Dr.Martin's alphabet Vitamin E is Exercise!!! All exercise is good exercise!! In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses the many benefits of exercise...

296. The Dangers Of Visceral Fat

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Visceral fat is the fat that is around your organs. You can't see it! You can have visceral fat whether you're skinny or obese. The problem with visce...

295. 6 Causes Of Headaches

13 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest problems we hear about in the office is headaches/migraines. There is ALWAYS a cause for headaches, they don't just come out of now...

294. Sugar And Alzheimer's

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Alzheimer's is getting worse! Many people are worried about Alzheimer's and rightfully so! Outliving your brain is a very scary concept! In today's po...

293. The Importance Of A Strong Immune System

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping your immune system strong is important all year round! Good levels of vitamin D and daily Probiotic means we are protecting our immune system!...

292. Blood Work-Cholesterol Numbers

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anyone who listens to Dr.Martin's podcasts or watches his live videos knows how he feels about cholesterol! Your body NEEDS cholesterol! Dr.Martin tea...

291. Leaky Gut And Your Brain

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain!! This is one of Dr.Martin's favourite sayings. But... How is the gut connected to the brain? In today's podcast, Dr.Martin dis...

290. Side Effects Of Poor Sleep

06 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

70% of the population gets insufficient sleep! In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses sleep. What happens to the body when we don't get sleep? What v...

289. All About COQ10

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We don't hear about CoQ10 often. What is it? In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses all things CoQ10! He'll discuss the 2 different types of CoQ10, w...

288. PCOS And Hormones

04 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It is very important for women to have a good balance when it comes to hormones. Estrogen and Progesterone if not balanced can really cause issues for...

287. The Connection Between Smoking, Vegetable Oils And Cancer

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There was a time when people didn't know smoking was bad. In fact, at one time doctors would recommend smoking for certain conditions! Once people kne...

286. Benefits Of MCT Oil

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

MCT oil has become very popular! Many people start their day with a bullet proof coffee which is MCT oil in coffee!! In today's podcast, Dr.Martin dis...

285. More Surprising Studies on Statin Drugs And Cholesterol

28 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

284. Important Health Headlines

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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!...

283. High Circulating Insulin And Alzheimer's

26 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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? Becau...

282. Weight Loss And Sleep Apnea

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ou...

281. The Sun And Vitamin D

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

280. New Studies On Insulin

21 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 abou...

279. Cancer And Carbs

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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! I...

278. Birth Control And Your Brain

19 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Women get put on the Birth Control pill for many reasons besides birth control. Acne, bad periods, endometriosis......all signs of hormonal imbalances...

277. 5 Reasons You May Have Acid Reflux

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 i...

276. 3 Benefits of Drinking Coffee

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 disc...

275. Meds That Destroy Brain Health

14 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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...

274. Vitamin D And Vitamin C

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

273. Vegetable Oils And The Effect On Heart And Brain Health

12 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Vegetable oils may seem healthy, after all they're made with vegetables right? WRONG! Vegetable oils are highly processed and full of chemicals that c...

272. Dangers Of High Triglycerides

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

271. Glutathione

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

270. SIBO

07 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

SIBO stands for Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth. It's a condition that many people suffer with! In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses all thing...

269. 3 Hidden Causes Of Osteoporosis

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Osteoporosis affects many people especially menopausal women! Most people think osteoporosis is caused by a lack of calcium But... This isn't always t...

268. 3 Reasons For Higher Blood Sugar Levels In The Morning

05 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ove...

267. B12 And Sarcopenia

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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?...

266. How To Protect Your Brain

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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.Mar...

265. 8 Hidden Symptoms of Adrenal Exhaustion

31 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We talk A LOT about cortisol and adrenal exhaustion But... There are some hidden symptoms that you may not even realize are part of adrenal exhaustion...

264. All About Migraines

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It is estimated that more than 38 million people suffer from migraines in the US alone. We see migraines a lot in the office! In today's podcast, Dr.M...

263. Gluten Intolerance

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Celiac disease is on the rise! It seems more and more people are having a hard time tolerating gluten in their diets. But why? In today's podcast, Dr....

262. Causes Of Vertigo

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Vertigo is the feeling that you are spinning or that the world is spinning around you. We hear about vertigo a lot! In today's podcast, Dr.Martin will...

261. The Gut Microbiome

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hippocrates, the father of medicine, was the first person to say that everything is connected to the health of the gut. And he was right! Everything i...

260. The Dangers Of Proton Pump Inhibitors

24 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you suffer from acid reflux, heartburn or GERD chances are you may have been prescribed a proton pump inhibitor. The problem is... Proton pump inhi...

259. Depression

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

25 million people in the US alone are on antidepressants. Depression is a major issue in society today with even children suffering from the condition...

258. All About Lyme Disease

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lyme Disease is becoming more common. It used to be rare to hear about a case of lyme disease but now, we hear about it every year! Every spring, we g...

257. Lower Your Risk Of Stroke

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In March of 2019 actor Luke Perry passed away due to a massive stroke. The world was shocked! How could this seemingly healthy man, who was only 52 ye...

256. 7 Ways Poor Sleep Affects Your Health

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It is estimated that 70% of the population doesn't get a good night's sleep. But... What happens when we don't sleep well? In today's podcast, Dr.Mart...

255. 6 Nutritional Deficiencies Associated With Fatigue

17 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are certain nutritional deficiencies to look for when a person is fatigued. These deficiencies are common in most cases of fatigue. In today's p...

254. Atrial Fibrillation

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is Atrial Fibrillation or A-Fib as most people know it? What causes it? In today's podcast , Dr.Martin will discuss this topic. He will talk abou...

253. Endometriosis

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Endometriosis is becoming more common today. In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses all things endometriosis. What is it? What causes it? What sympto...

252. Insulin And Kidney Health

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Most doctors blame protein when kidney issues arise But... Is protein really the problem? In today's podcast, Dr.Martin explains why it's not protein ...

251. 2 Types Of High Cortisol

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired or exhausted all the time? Do you suffer from anxiety or depression? These are all signs of high cortisol!! In today's podcast, Dr.Marti...

250. Causes Of Leaky Gut

10 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Leaky Gut is incredibly common. Many people suffer from Leaky Gut and many don't even know they have have it! But why does Leaky Gut happen? How do we...

249. Breast Cancer And the Epstein Barr Virus

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is a link between breast cancer and the Epstein Barr virus. In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses what this virus is and why there is a link w...

248. The Prescription Medication Epidemic

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Prescription medications are becoming an epidemic. People in their 60's average 15 prescriptions per year! 44% of men and 57% of women have 5 differen...

247. Health News Headlines From 2019

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Harvard Research says 50% of the population by 2030 will be severely obese" "Low Carb Eating And Migraines" "Doctors warn vegans and vegetarians to t...

246. Cancer And The Immune System

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why doesn't the immune system go after cancer the way it does the common cold? This is a study Dr.Martin discusses in today's podcast. There has been ...

245. Omega 3 And Heart Health

03 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

BIG NEWS!!! The FDA just approved the first fish oil "drug" for heart health! Testing on this new "drug" showed reduced risk of deadly heart complicat...

244. Four Leading Causes Of Death

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's world there are four leading causes of death. Heart Disease Cancer Alzheimer's Diabetes But where do these four causes come from? How do th...

243. 6 Mid Life Brain Killers

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What you do in your 40's, 50's and 60's determines how healthy your brain is in your 70's and 80's. Brain volume shrinkage is normal as we age. But......

242. 3 Reasons For Normal Thyroid Testing

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Why do thyroid tests come back normal even when you're experiencing symptoms of a sluggish thyroid? The thyroid is very complex. In today's podcast, D...

241. Candida And The Blood Brain Barrier

27 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In 2018 Dementia was Britain's biggest killer. Dementia and Alzheimers is something everyone worries about. A big fear for people is outliving your br...

240. Five Causes Of Hair Loss

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You have about 100,000 hairs on your head. It is completely normal to lose about 100 per day. When you start losing more than 100 hairs per day that i...

239. Friday Q&A With Dr.Martin

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's podcast Dr.Martin answers the questions that were sent in by our listeners! Today's questions include... What is the best collagen to take?...

238. How Common Drugs Affect Your Immune System

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Statin drugs are the #1 selling drugs of all time. But... In 2018 the #1 selling drug was Humira. Humira is a drug used for autoimmune disorders. Auto...

237. Dr.Martin's Favourite Vitamins

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you take your vitamins this morning? This is a question Dr.Martin asks throughout this podcast! What does Dr.Martin take daily? In today's episode...

236. 7 Tips To Stay Healthy This Winter

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A few weeks back Dr.Martin did a podcast on the natural flu shot. (EP. 211) Today Dr.Martin discusses his 7 tips that he has for us to stay healthy th...

235. 3 Hormones Affected By Food

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's podcast Dr.Martin discusses 2 hormones that are not talked about often. These 2 hormones are Glucagon and Leptin. And of course, the 3rd fo...

234. Friday Q&A With Dr.Martin

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In today's podcast Dr.Martin answers the questions that were sent in! Today's questions include... Is honey better than sugar? What is the best water ...

233. Why Yeast Is So Common?

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Yeast (Candida) Is very common today, but why? Where does yeast come from? In today's episode Dr.Martin discusses all things yeast/candida. What are t...

232. Dark Chocolate, Is It Good For You?

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today, 88% of the population is metabolically challenged. And... The average North American consumes 200 lbs of sugar per year. With these 2 facts in ...

231. History Of Heart Health

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today there are many myths around heart health. Myths that we seem to believe. But where did they come from? Back in the 1950's, a man named Ancil Key...

230. Benefits Of Eating Low Carb

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The benefits of eating low carb are endless! In todays podcast, Dr.Martin discusses all the ways the low carb diet benefits our bodies. He talks about...

229. Insulin and Sleep Apnea

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep Apnea is a serious disorder that occurs when a person stops breathing while sleeping. 25 million Americans have been diagno...

228. Good News About Cheese

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Cheese is good for you!! In today's episode, Dr.Martin lists all the reasons why cheese should be eaten everyday!! Cheese is... High in Vitamin K2 Hig...

227. Low Omega 3 And ADHD

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Omega 3 is a long chain fatty acid this is essential for brain health! Children today are not getting enough Omega 3 in their diets. In today's podcas...

226. What Causes Silent Inflammation?

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Inflammation is at the route of all disease. But... Inflammation doesn't just appear on it's own. There are 2 types of Inflammation. Acute and chronic...

225. Hidden Causes Of IBS

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Millions of people are suffering from IBS. But why does IBS happen? In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses the different causes of IBS. Some causes a...

224. Why Protein Is So Important

29 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There are many documentaries around right now that claim plant based diets are the way to go. Unfortunately, not all protein is created equally. There...

223. Clues That You Have Insulin Resistance

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The average North American eats 200 lbs of sugar per year! This is why Insulin Resistance is so common today. Insulin in the body is something that ca...

222. The Dangers Of Daily Aspirin

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Low dose Aspirin should be taken on a daily basis. MYTH!! Millions of people are taking Aspirin everyday to protect against heart disease and stroke. ...

221. The Importance Of DHA

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There isn't an area in the body that doesn't benefit from DHA. DHA is part of Omega 3. In today's podcast, Dr.Martin discusses the benefits of taking ...

220. How To Raise Good Cholesterol

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You need cholesterol to live. Your brain and all your cells are made up of cholesterol. Blaming cholesterol for heart disease is like blaming the poli...

219. Dehydration

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are you drinking enough water? Dehydration is very serious. You can be dehydrated and not even realize it! The only drink that hydrates our bodies pro...

218. Seasonal Allergies

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Why are allergies so common today? In today's podcast Dr.Martin discusses the cause of allergies and why they are so common. If you or someone you kno...

217. Symptoms Of Mold Exposure

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mold is unfortunately very common. 40-50% of the population will be exposed to mold. Mold is detrimental to our health. In today's podcast, Dr.Martin ...