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Defiant Health Radio with Dr. William Davis

William Davis, MD
Insulin Resistance
Weight Loss
Microbiome
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
Probiotics
SIBO
Gut Health
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart Disease
Glp-1 Agonists
Endotoxemia
Wheat
Obesity
Nutrition
Autoimmune Diseases
Hyaluronic Acid
Skin Health
Gut Microbiome
Chronic Diseases
Triglycerides

William Davis, MD, cardiologist and author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Wheat Belly books, as well as Undoctored and, most recently, Super Gut, brings the unvarnished truth about many health conditions. So much information in health is crafted by industry, bent to the benefit of healthcare systems, delivered by willfully ignorant physicians. Yet a critical mass of truly useful, safe, effec... more

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Of the four values provided on any standard cholesterol panel, the triglyceride value reveals the most about your health. Ironically, it is often the value most commonly ignored or dismissed, or simply treated using the wrong agents. 

Here is what y... more

You've seen the click-bait headlines: "Take this one supplement and dissolve plaque," or "Eat this one food every day to dissolve plaque." None of this true, any more than reducing cholesterol "dissolves plaque."

There is a logical and scientificall... more

Many people have had an echocardiogram, CT heart scan, or other imaging test of their heart or chest during which an enlarged ascending thoracic aorta was identified--but you are almost NEVER told. Yet an enlarged aorta is a diseased aorta that puts ... more

The recent Canadian wildfires that have caused a thick blanket of smoke to cover the upper Midwest and Northeast is, as reported by the media, a threat to people with lung conditions. But it also adds to risk for heart disease, rarely or never mentio... more

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Lynn Peeples
Science journalist and author; explores the impact of circadian rhythms on health and performance.
Episode: What happens when you deprive yourself of blue light?
Dr. Eric Westman
Physician and clinical researcher specializing in low-carbohydrate diets and diabetes management.
Duke University
Episode: Dr. Eric Westman on the Power of Limiting Carbohydrates to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes; Cholesterol is not a disease
Sandra Scheinbaum
Ph.D. clinical psychologist and founder of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy
Episode: Are health coaches the future of healthcare?
Reed Davis
Board-certified holistic health practitioner and certified nutritional therapist.
Functional Diagnostic Nutrition
Episode: Unlocking Wellness: Reed Davis on Environmental Toxins and Holistic Health Solutions
Joyce Laszloffy
An advocate for eliminating sugar, with a personal story of overcoming sugar addiction.
iKick Sugar
Episode: “The Dark Dirty World of Sugar”: An interview with Joyce Laszloffy
Dr. Kiran Krishnan
Microbiologist with an international reputation in microbiome issues
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Episode: The Microbiome and Skin: My Interview with Microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, PhD
JJ Flizanes
Former actress and longtime personal fitness coach focused on helping people identify their obstacles to success.
Episode: A conversation with JJ Flizanes: Identifying your obstacles to success in weight loss, health, money, career, and relationships
Rachel Varga
Aesthetician and founder of The School of Radiance
The School of Radiance
Episode: Radiant Skin and Health: A Holistic Approach with Aesthetician Rachel Varga

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William Davis
Host of the show and cardiologist/author; frequently discusses microbiome, heart health, and anti-industry-bias perspectives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 341 ratings
  • Insightful

    This podcast is for those who want to be the CEO of their health.

    Thanks to Dr Davis' books and the knowledge he shares from not just his MD background but also of the gut microbiome, I now make my own yoghurt (with the cultures he recommends) and have improved the health of my family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Esperanza0908
    Australia8 months ago
  • Thank you Dr Davis

    I am so glad I found you! 🤣🤣 I am another human that feels so much better after reading your books and following them!! People regularly compliment my complexion and tell me I look 15 years younger. I’ve lost weight and exercise everyday. I no longer have knee and shoulder pain.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Auknuckles
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dr. Eric Westman

    As always another great dialogue! Yes, like alcohol, tobacco, and drugs, we NEED a carb intervention….insightful…been on Adkins since Feb 1 and feeling better than the “good” I was feeling before I started. Hard to believe eating MOSTLY proteins…eggs, grass fed/finished beef, chicken and seafood with moderate veggies works….and it does. Hard to give up beans, nuts, and fruit. How do we get in touch with Dr. Eric Westman for further consultation? Nothing in the show notes….thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    5D or Bust
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing information

    Thank you Dr Davis! I have read all your books, make SIBO and LR fermented dairy and have learned so much additional information from your podcasts. I look forward to each episode!! You are a national treasure ❤️🎉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rottie_momforlife
    United States2 years ago
  • Decent podcast with lots of good info. Not quite correct about iodine. Please refer to David Brownstein, MD instead.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    meohmy
    2 years ago

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Fans appreciate the actionable tips like yogurt protocols and at-home health tests.
Many cite transformative personal health improvements and weight loss.
Listeners praise clear, evidence-based health guidance and practical steps.
Audiences value challenging conventional medical advice with microbiome-focused insights.

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Q: Cozy Pillows asks about weight loss on keto and a yogurt, and whether they should continue after gaining weight.
Dr. Davis suggests not focusing on losing weight per se, but on preserving or increasing muscle while reducing visceral fat, using body composition tracking and waist measurements to monitor progress rather than scale weight alone.
My Conversation with JJ Flizanes: Conquering Your Life Obstacles
Q: So is it really two parts then, the ideas you bring into a diagnosis and then the panic hopelessness that's generated by the diagnosis?
Most people feel unsafe in the world and in their bodies, blocking their ability to heal and thrive.
What happens when you deprive yourself of blue light?
Q: What happened when you finished, when you left?
After exiting the bunker, Lynn describes how she was blinded by sunlight and took about a week to readjust her circadian rhythms.
What happens when you deprive yourself of blue light?
Q: How did you get involved in this in the first place?
Lynn explains her background and experiences, particularly how living in dark Seattle affected her mood and energy, leading her to explore circadian rhythms.
Dr. Eric Westman on the Power of Limiting Carbohydrates to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes; Cholesterol is not a disease
Q: What does your day-to-day clinical practice look like regarding treatment for high LDL cholesterol?
Dr. Westman has patients who encounter pressure from doctors to use medications for high cholesterol, but he advocates for discussing alternatives and focusing on individual patient decisions rather than solely relying on blood markers.

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What is Defiant Health Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running show centered on microbiome health, heart health, and dietary strategies that challenge mainstream dietary guidelines. Episodes frequently advocate carbohydrate restriction, gut microbiome optimization, and lifestyle approaches to reversing metabolic issues, with a recurring emphasis on practical Diet-and-lifestyle plans over conventional pharmacological interventions. Noteworthy angles include critique of industry influence on medical guidelines, focus on SIBO and endotoxemia, and practical at-home protocols like personalized yogurt cultures. Listeners can expect evidence-centric discussions that aim to empower individuals to take control of their health through nutrition, microbiome, and proactive self-care, often with a co... more

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