Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers explores why many people struggle to burn fat despite eating well and exercising. You'll discover how your metabolic environment, circadian rhythm, and meal timing influence fat storage and what changes can help shift your body toward fat burning.
 
You'll learn why eating late at night can impact insulin sensitivity, liver function, melatonin production, and mitochondrial health. Dr. Jockers breaks down the connection between fasting, sleep, and the body's natural ability to burn fat while you rest.
 
You'll also discover the seven-day protocol designed to support a healthier metabolism, including strategies for meal timing, hydration, protein intake, and creating the right conditions for your body to burn fat more efficiently.



In This Episode: 
00:00 Why Youre Not Just Overeating
00:17 Podcast Intro and Support
04:39 Survival Mode and Toxic Fat
07:07 Circadian Rhythm Fat Loss Key
07:50 Daylight Eating Five Steps
12:05 Why Night Eating Backfires
16:58 Melatonin and Growth Hormone
19:24 Seven Day Reset Timeline
20:40 FAQs Meals Shift Work Events
25:55 Wrap Up and Final Thanks
 
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"You're not always overweight because you eat too much. Sometimes your metabolic environment is out of balance.

~ Dr. Jockers
 
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Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers

Website – https://drjockers.com/
 
If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

In this episode, Dr. Jockers sits down with Dr. Jason Fung to explore why fat loss is not just about calories, but about understanding hunger, hormones, and the body's fat thermostat. You'll learn how insulin, cravings, and metabolic signals influence your ability to burn fat.
 
Discover why traditional calorie-restriction approaches often fail, how different types of hunger impact eating behaviors, and why addressing the root cause of hunger can create more sustainable results.
 
Explore the role of ultra-processed foods, blood sugar regulation, protein, and intermittent fasting in supporting healthier hormone balance and improving your body's ability to use stored fat for energy.
 

In This Episode: 
00:00 Processed Food Obesity Gap
00:31 Show Intro And Guest
05:16 Interview Setup Hunger Code
06:01 Beyond Calories Three Whys
10:52 Three Hungers Explained
13:17 Fat Thermostat Homeostasis
16:34 Hormones Insulin Cortisol GLP1
23:06 Personalized Root Cause Plan
24:40 Food Hormones Steak Vs Frappuccino
26:25 Blood Sugar Crash Story
27:10 Fix Foods Not Calories
27:45 Hormones Over Calories
29:26 Insulin Friendly Eating
30:04 Hedonic Hunger Explained
30:56 Ultra Processed Satiety Trap
33:06 Food Addiction Framework
37:40 Processing Spikes And Cravings
40:10 Ultra Processed Diet Study
45:26 Hunger Not Calories Lesson
48:03 Fasting And Fat Thermostat
52:55 Actionable Rules And Social Hunger
55:06 Wrap Up And Where To Learn More
 
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"The overeating problem is just a symptom of the over hunger problem."
 
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Connect with Dr. Jason Fung:
Website:  doctorjasonfung.com

Book:  https://amzn.to/4s0zk3o

 
 
Connect with Dr. Jockers:
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/

Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers

Website – https://drjockers.com/

 

If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

In this episode, Dr. Jockers reveals the science behind detoxing seed oils, how damaged fats can impact your mitochondria, and why removing these fats from your cells may take longer than expected.


You'll learn how fasting, exercise, nutrition, heat, cold exposure, and targeted compounds can support your body's natural detox pathways and help promote healthier cellular function.


Discover the key steps to reduce your exposure to seed oils, replace damaged fats with healthier sources, and improve energy, metabolism, and overall health.
 
In This Episode: 
00:00 Fasted Exercise Autophagy
00:24 Podcast Intro Seed Oils
03:36 Seed Oils Half Life
05:09 Mitochondria Cardiolipin Damage
05:57 Diet Swap Real Foods
08:32 Fasting For Autophagy
11:43 Fasted Training Protocol
12:42 Heat Cold Senolytics Sleep
14:58 Recap Action Steps Outro
 

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"It takes about six years to get rid of 95% of the linoleic acid within your cells." 
~ Dr. Jockers
 
 
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YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers

Website – https://drjockers.com/




If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers breaks down what happens inside your body during a 30-hour fast, including fat burning, ketone production, gut health improvements, and the cellular repair processes activated during fasting.
 
You'll learn how fasting impacts insulin levels, supports a healthier gut microbiome, reduces inflammation, and helps your body shift into a state of regeneration and renewal.
 
Discover the connection between fasting, growth hormone, brain health, longevity, and how to maximize the benefits of a longer fasting window safely and effectively.



In This Episode: 
00:00 Einstein Brain Hook
00:17 30 Hour Fast Overview
00:39 Coaching And Reviews
04:00 Fasting Myths Debunked
05:05 12 Hour Detox Window
06:19 14 To 16 Hour Fat Burn
07:14 16 To 20 Hour Microbiome Shift
10:08 20 To 24 Hour Ketones And BDNF
14:11 24 To 36 Hour Gut Reset
15:45 Growth Hormone Surge
18:08 Fasting FAQs And Tips
22:02 Wrap Up And Farewell
 
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"A 24–30 hour fast can help remove weaker intestinal cells and replace them with healthier ones."

~ Dr. Jockers
 
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Connect with Dr. Jockers:
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Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers

Website – https://drjockers.com/
 
If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

In this episode, Dr. Jockers sits down with Ben Azadi to break down why improving your metabolic health is the real key to lasting fat loss. You'll discover why counting calories often backfires, how ketosis actually works, and what it takes to become a more efficient fat burner.
 
You'll learn why staying in ketosis forever isn't the goal and how the Keto Flex approach helps you build metabolic flexibility. Ben explains when to cycle carbohydrates back in, why protein matters more than many people realize, and the common mistakes that can keep you from seeing results.
 
The conversation also explores practical strategies to optimize fasting, support liver health, improve sleep, and reduce inflammation without overcomplicating your routine. Along the way, you'll uncover simple habits that can help your body burn fat more efficiently while boosting energy, resilience, and long-term health.
 

In This Episode: 
00:00 Health Before Weight Loss
00:26 Welcome and Guest Intro
04:25 Ketosis Explained Simply
07:36 Testing Ketones Right
10:26 Sugar Burner vs Fat Burner
14:05 KetoFlex Metabolic Flexibility
19:43 Feast Famine and Randle Cycle
21:50 High Protein Keto Approach
25:50 Keto Mistakes Fats and Liver
31:52 Intermittent Fasting Basics
33:23 Fasting Progression Plan
34:02 Fasting Benefits and Safety
35:18 Early Time Restricted Feeding
39:22 Stop Eating Before Bed
41:49 Late Night Eating Gut Risks
44:30 Sleep First for Fat Loss
48:33 Sunlight Darkness and Recovery
51:44 Overtraining and Smarter Workouts
53:59 Calories vs Hormones
57:48 Cortisol Control Tools
01:01:39 Book Bonuses and Wrap Up
 
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"Stop chasing calorie deficits. Start improving the signals your body receives."
 
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Connect with Ben Azadi:
Book - http://ketoflexbook.com/
 
 
Connect with Dr. Jockers:
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/

Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers

Website – https://drjockers.com/

 

If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/