Episode 9
Timestamps:
(00:00:00) The Importance of Healing
(00:01:12) Deanna's Health Struggles
(00:03:24) Emotional Challenges of Autoimmunity
(00:04:26) Frustrations with Traditional Medicine
(00:05:31) Introduction to Functional Medicine
(00:06:34) Gut Health's Role in Overall Well-being
(00:08:35) Dr. Nichols’ Journey into Functional Medicine
(00:11:47) Empowerment in Health
(00:15:56) The Gut as a Key Health Factor
(00:17:34) Gut Health and Mental Health Connection
(00:20:29) Symptoms of Poor Gut Health
(00:21:43) Feeling Stuck Due to Gut Issues
(00:22:14) The Circular Relationship of Gut Health and Stuckness
(00:22:59) Importance of Awareness in Health
(00:23:24) The Connection Between Body Systems
(00:24:44) Root Cause Medicine Explained
(00:27:02) Common Root Causes of Gut Issues
(00:27:09) Dietary Impact on Gut Health
(00:29:25) Environmental Toxins and Gut Health
(00:30:33) Stress and Its Effects on the Gut
(00:31:35) Practical Steps for Health Improvement
(00:32:46) Understanding Stress Measurement
(00:34:01) Identifying Individual Triggers
(00:39:13) Micro Changes for Healing
(00:44:10) Diagnostic Approaches for Root Causes
(00:45:52) Understanding Medical Appointments
(00:46:22) Test Don't Guess
(00:46:34) Toxins and Gut Health
(00:47:21) Identifying Toxin Exposure
(00:48:41) Food as Medicine
(00:49:43) Daily Elimination Importance
(00:50:41) Controlling Toxin Burden
(00:51:25) Clean Beauty Trend
(00:52:52) Root Causes of Health Issues
(00:53:35) Finding the Right Doctor
(00:58:10) Empowerment Through Tools
(00:59:17) Healing Journey Timeline
(01:02:13) Rapid Fire Q&A
How poor gut health can keep you stuck with Dr. Markyia Nichols
In this episode of Season of Stuck, host Deanna deBara and Dr. Markyia Nichols, Chief Medical Officer of Ciba Health, discuss the root cause approach to medicine—and the importance of the gut to overall health and healing. . During their conversation, Dr. Nichols shares insight on common root causes for chronic illness, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the body and the role of diet, environmental toxins, and stress in gut health. Dr. Nichols advocates for a holistic approach to identify and address root causes, offering hope and practical steps for those feeling "stuck" in their health journeys.
Tune in to learn about:
Transitioning from traditional medicine to functional medicine
Addressing root causes of chronic diseases
The connection between gut health and overall well-being
Personal experiences with autoimmune diseases (Hashimoto's and rheumatoid arthritis)
Limitations of traditional medical approaches focused on symptom management
Role of diet, environmental toxins, and stress in gut health
Impact of gut health on mental health and immune system
Strategies for identifying and removing food triggers
Importance of a holistic approach in healthcare
Functional medicine
“The majority of our immune system is housed in the gut…There are more neurons in our gut than there are in our brains, and it’s intimately connected…So what is happening in the gut is also going to be reflected in how we feel, how our emotions are, our mental capacity, and vice versa.”
About Dr. Markyia Nichols
Dr. Nichols is the chief medical officer of Ciba Health, a digital precision health and integrated care platform that aims to prevent and reverse common, complex and costly diseases by blending advanced lab testing, physician led care teams, cutting edge technology, and ongoing in-depth nutrition and lifestyle support to get to the root of chronic conditions and help patients heal.
Connect with Dr. Markyia Nichols:
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On social media:
Instagram: @drkyia, @ciba_health
Facebook: @drkyia, @Ciba Health
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