Episode 307: A Patient Story | Garth Limburg
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Garth Limburg is a patient of Dr. Lenzkes’ who has had some ups and downs with his health and weight over the years. He tried the Atkins diet, fell off the wagon, was diagnosed with diabetes, and experienced the sick care model of healthcare that only served to make him heavier and less healthy over time. When he found Dr. Lenzkes and his practice in San Diego, he began to change the trajectory of his health for the better. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:31) Garth’s encounter with Dr. Atkin’s diet philosophy back in the day (08:07) Garth’s diabetes diagnosis and how his doctor treated...
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Episode 306: Doctor, How Can You Believe That Christian Stuff?
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Dr. Brian Lenzkes shares his life story and the experiences that led him to his belief in Christianity. Over the years, Dr. Brain has often been asked how he can be a a doctor while also believing in Jesus. For many people, religious belief is antithetical to science, but is it really true that the pursuit of scientific knowledge precludes belief in God? Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:35) Dr. Brian’s childhood and early experiences with Christianity (08:19) Young adulthood, college, and learning more about faith (14:34) Marriage, med school, and miracle stories (40:07) Outro For more...
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Episode 305: Dr. Brian Parker of Total Elixir
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Dr. Brian Parker is the founder of Total Elixir and a physician dedicated to helping people optimize their health through nutrition, metabolic wellness, and lifestyle medicine. Drawing on years of clinical experience, he focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic disease rather than simply managing symptoms. Through Total Elixir, Dr. Parker empowers individuals with practical, evidence-based strategies to improve energy, longevity, and overall health, helping them take control of their well-being for the long term. In this episode, Drs. Brian and Brian talk about… ...
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Episode 304: Alex and Karli Klintworth from Hi Energy
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Karli and Alex Klintworth are a powerhouse husband and wife health coaching duo and the co-foudnders of Hi Energy health coaching. An engineer, former collegiate triathlete, and passionate nutrition educator, Alex became interested in metabolic and gut health after overcoming his own struggles with insulin resistance, chronic back pain, and SIBO. Through a combination of functional medicine, a ketogenic lifestyle, and extensive independent research, he restored his health and developed a deep appreciation for the role nutrition plays in preventing and reversing chronic disease. Karli’s...
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Episode 303: Dr. Robert Cywes
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Dr. Rob Cywes is a board-certified surgeon specializing in pediatric surgery and surgical critical care, widely recognized for his pioneering work in obesity, diabetes, and metabolic health. Known to many as “The Carb Addiction Doc,” Dr. Cywes helps patients understand the powerful role of carbohydrate addiction, insulin resistance, and emotional health in chronic disease. Through his evidence-based, psychology-first approach, he empowers individuals to address the root causes of obesity rather than simply treating its symptoms. A sought-after speaker, educator, and clinician, Dr. Cywes is...
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Episode 302: From Wimbledon to Widowmaker: Mark Kaplan on Cardiac Risk Factors and Taking His Life Back in 'Unplugged
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Mark Kaplan is a former ATP Tour professional tennis player whose life took an unexpected turn after facing a serious cardiac health challenge. His personal journey inspired a commitment to understanding the powerful role of nutrition and lifestyle in preventing and reversing chronic disease. Today, Mark is passionate about helping others improve their metabolic and cardiovascular health through evidence-based nutrition and sustainable lifestyle change. In this episode, he shares how his experience reshaped his perspective on health, resilience, and what it truly takes to thrive. In this...
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Episode 301: Dr. Lenzkes—The Hidden Link No One Told Me About: Mold, Leaky Gut, and Insulin Resistance (My Story)
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Dr. Brian struggled with weight his whole life until a chance encounter with a patient led him to the work of Dr. Jason Fung. This initial spark kicked off a health revolution in his personal life and fundamentally changed the way he practiced medicine. In addition to the expected results of following a keto diet, Dr. Brian also began experiencing some unexpected issues. After some research and experimentation, he realized he was suffering from the effects of mold exposure. In this episode, he goes through the whole story from beginning to end of how he discovered what was ailing him and how...
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Episode 300: The 2026 HEALTH SUMMIT | Vickie Johnston
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Vickie Johnston is the founder of H2O Health and a passionate advocate for clean water and preventative wellness. Drawing on a background in medical laboratory science and years of research into environmental health, she has dedicated her career to educating people about the impact water quality has on overall well-being. Through H2O Health, Vickie helps families reduce toxic exposures and create healthier homes with science-based water solutions and practical health education. In this episode, Dr. Brian and Vickie talk about… (00:00) Intro (03:44) How Vickie first became...
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Episode 299: Amanda Decker
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Amanda Decker is a family nurse practitioner, metabolic health practitioner, and founder of Clear Path Medical. After overcoming her own struggles with weight and chronic psoriasis, she shifted her focus from conventional primary care to nutrition and lifestyle medicine. Today, Amanda helps patients address the root causes of chronic disease through evidence-based approaches centered on metabolic health, low-carb nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle change. With nearly two decades of clinical experience and multiple advanced certifications in obesity medicine, ketogenic nutrition, and...
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Episode 298: Doug Reynolds | The Symposium for Metabolic Health
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Doug Reynolds is the founder of LowCarbUSA®, a leading organization dedicated to promoting low-carb, ketogenic, and metabolic health through science-based education. A former endurance athlete and self-proclaimed “carb skeptic,” Doug turned his personal health journey into a mission to help others reclaim their lives through nutrition. In this episode, Dr. Brian and Doug talk about… (00:00) Intro (05:21) Why keto is a therapy fro so many different dysfunctions (08:34) Why the general public and the medical community are taking so long to come around to the uses/benefits of the keto...
info_outlineThank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Today, we are joined by Dr. Peter Ballerstedt—a Forage Agronomist and Ruminant Nutritionist. He earned his undergraduate and masters degrees from the University of Georgia, and his doctorate from the University of Kentucky. He was the forage extension specialist at Oregon State University and has worked in the forage seed industry since 2011.
In our discussion today, we talk about the importance of presenting and receiving information in such a way that is honest and not skewed or hyperbolized so that people are able to make their own informed decisions based on the data presented.
Additionally, we discuss the supposed “conflict” between the life of science and the life of faith. How can a scientist who is also a person of faith stay grounded in that faith while working in a scientific field? Dr. Ballerstedt shares his perspective on this question. We discuss human beings from a theological/ethical perspective, discerning God-given purposes for one’s life, and how to work through addiction, anxiety, and self-doubt.
Thank you for listening. Have a blessed day and stay healthy!
Links:
Dr. Peter Ballerstedt:
- Blog
- YouTube
- Podcast
- Email Address: peter.ballerstedt@gmail.com
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