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Rational Wellness Podcast

Rational Wellness
Functional Medicine
Gut Health
Nutrition
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Stress Management
Microbiome
Autoimmunity
Longevity
Environmental Toxins
Alzheimer's Disease
Lyme Disease
SIBO
Vitamin D
Autoimmune Diseases
Inflammation
Peptides
Immunology
Osteoporosis
Chronic Pain

Rational Wellness Podcast hosted by Dr. Ben Weitz helps you unlock the latest science in functional medicine, nutrition, wellness and health, so you can optimize your body and mind. Weekly interviews with experts in Functional Medicine and Wellness with focus on gut health, hormones, inflammation, wellness, brain health, nutrition, health and longevity. You'll discover evidence-based strategies to... more

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Helping Dysregulated Kids with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge Rational Wellness Podcast 472

Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, a licensed mental health expert, founder of The Global Institute of Children's Mental Health, host of The Dysregulated Kid Podcast, an... more

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The Science of Breathwork with Dr. Sachin Patel | Rational Wellness Podcast

Dr. Ben Weitz introduces the Rational Wellness Podcast and interviews Dr. Sachin Patel, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner known for breathwork, about how... more

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Dr. Chris Shade on Peptides, Liposomal Delivery, and Supporting GLP-1 Therapy

Dr. Ben Weitz introduces the Rational Wellness Podcast and interviews Dr. Chris Shade, founder and CEO of QuickSilver Scientific, about peptides and oral liposomal delive... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Chris Shade
Founder and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific
Quicksilver Scientific
Episode: The Science of Peptides with Dr. Chris Shade: Rational Wellness Podcast 470
Allison Siebecker
Co-founder and former medical director of the SIBO Center for Digestive Health at NUNM
SIBO Center for Digestive Health at NUNM
Episode: New Ways of Understanding and Treating SIBO with Dr. Allison Siebecker | Rational Wellness Podcast 469
Felice Gersh
Board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist; fellow in integrative medicine
Integrative Medical Group of Irvine
Episode: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome with Dr Felice Gersh | Rational Wellness Podcast 468
Sanjay Bhojraj
Integrative cardiologist, board-certified in cardiology and interventional cardiology, IFM-certified in functional medicine
Laguna Institute of Functional Medicine / Laguna Medicince
Episode: Preventative Cardiology and the New Guidelines with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj | Rational Wellness Podcast 467
Shivani Gupta
Ayurvedic practitioner, founder of Fusionary Formulas, host of The Inflammation Code Podcast
Fusionary Formulas
Episode: Fusing Ayreveda with Functional Medicine with Dr. Shivani Gupta: Rational Wellness Podcast 466
Dr. Chris Renna
Founder of Lifespan Medicine; longevity-focused clinician
Lifespan Medicine
Episode: The Science of Longevity with Dr. Chris Renna | Rational Wellness Podcast 465
Dr. Heather Sandison
Founder of Celsair Health Clinic; researcher and clinician in functional medicine for cognitive health
Celsair Health Clinic
Episode: Using Precision Medicine to Reverse Alzheimer's Disease with Dr. Heather Sandison: Rational Wellness podcast 464
Dr. Kate Davis
Doctor of Chiropractic; private gut-health practitioner
Private practice, San Diego, California
Episode: Correcting Chronic Gut Issues with Dr. Kate Davis: Rational Wellness Podcast 463
Dr. Barrie Tan
World's leading expert on tocotrienols
Everwell Health (Senior Advisor); Designs for Health (former CSO)
Episode: Terrific Tocotrienols with Dr. Barrie Tan | Rational Wellness Podcast 462

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Dr. Ben Weitz
Host of Rational Wellness Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 191 ratings
  • Fantastic podcast about all things holistic medicine!

    Dr. Weitz brings on some of the most fascinating guests! I love how his podcast covers so many different topics - from autoimmune disease to spinal health, you’ll definitely find something you’re interested in. A great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Kate Davis
    United States5 months ago
  • Dr. Weitz Makes Expertise Accessible

    Rational Wellness, hosted by Dr. Ben Weitz, stands out in the crowded world of alternative medicine. Each episode brings credible guests-from researchers to practitioners-who offer expert perspectives in a way that’s digestible to practitioners and laypersons alike. As a host/interviewer Dr. Ben has a knack for helping translate these complex medical problems into clear understandable language on each topic.

    If you are curious about health and wellness or want to improve your clinical approach d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rasneesh
    United States8 months ago
  • Great material for a lay person

    Great material for a lay person. LAD survivor; undiagnosed for 8.5 days due to massive collaterization. Long term poor metabolic health turned to low carb advocate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeffrey T Hare
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    I happened to find this while searching podcasts with ‘rational’ in the name and considered lucky to find. This should be 5 stars podcast.

    Vivek

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vivekdownunder
    Australia2 years ago
  • Quality cutting edge wellness information

    Dr. Weitz has great passion for wellness & a knowledge that is shared in every single episode with guests who are caring & devoted experts in their fields.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ayleen (ay)
    United States3 years ago

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The host translates complex medical topics into accessible, actionable guidance for clinicians and lay listeners.
Many find the interview depth and topic variety to be both informative and practical for real-world health management.
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The Science of Peptides with Dr. Chris Shade: Rational Wellness Podcast 470
Q: What is a peptide?
A peptide is a short string of amino acids that acts as a signaling molecule in the body, distinct from proteins which are longer chains; many peptides are used therapeutically to turn up repair processes and modulate inflammation.
New Ways of Understanding and Treating SIBO with Dr. Allison Siebecker | Rational Wellness Podcast 469
Q: How are breath tests being validated against small intestinal gas samples?
Recent DDW data show that endoscopic gas samples from the duodenum correlated with breath test results for methane and hydrogen sulfide, supporting the validity of breath testing for small intestinal gas production.
New Ways of Understanding and Treating SIBO with Dr. Allison Siebecker | Rational Wellness Podcast 469
Q: What's new with our understanding of SIBO?
The discussion highlights new methane-targeting approaches, refined SIBO subtypes (intestinal methanogen overgrowth and intestinal sulfide overproduction), and advances in drug and diet-based therapies, such as CS06, rifaximin-NAC, and M. Biota elemental diet formulations.
The Science of Longevity with Dr. Chris Renna | Rational Wellness Podcast 465
Q: What are your thoughts on rapamycin as a longevity intervention? When and how should someone consider using it?
Rapamycin is framed as a relatively accessible 'low-hanging fruit' in longevity, best used at low, intermittent doses rather than continuously. The recommended approach involves short courses beginning around mid-life (late 40s) and possibly a second course later, paired with a bioactive or natural adjunct like Fisetin to enhance senescent cell clearance. The discussion emphasizes understanding risks, dosing, and individual variation in response.
The Science of Longevity with Dr. Chris Renna | Rational Wellness Podcast 465
Q: I know you specialize in injections for joints. Can you talk about some of the joint injections that are most effective for helping patients with inflamed or osteoarthritic damage joints?
The discussion covers Regenekind autologous serum injections, which concentrate anti-inflammatory factors and exosomes that help signaling for tissue repair. They're effective in patients with active inflammation, though cartilage regeneration itself remains limited because cartilage is embryonic tissue. Real-world use shows variable responses, with a subset of patients responding well and others less so. The therapy has a history of cross-border use due to regulatory constraints, and Florida recently approved broader use for osteoarthritis, expanding eligibility.

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A practitioner-focused show delivering interviews with experts in functional medicine, nutrition, and wellness. Episodes frequently explore gut health, hormones, inflammation, brain health, and longevity through a mix of clinical case discussions, lab testing, and practical lifestyle strategies. Notable is the consistent emphasis on evidence-based, systems-oriented approaches and the integration of lab data, personalized protocols, and sometimes wellness tech to optimize healthspan. The format tends to balance technical depth with actionable takeaways, making it valuable for clinicians, health professionals, and health-minded listeners seeking practical guidance grounded in science.

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1. Dr. Chris Shade
2. Allison Siebecker
3. Felice Gersh
4. Sanjay Bhojraj
5. Shivani Gupta
6. Dr. Chris Renna
7. Dr. Heather Sandison
8. Dr. Kate Davis

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