Episode #155: Unfunc Your Gut with Dr. Peter Kozlowski, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about how to boost your immune system, heal your gut, and unlock your mental, emotional, and spiritual health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Peter Kozlowski. Peter Kozlowski, MD uses a broad array of tools to find the source of the body's dysfunction. He takes the time to listen to his patients and plots their history on a timeline, considering what makes them unique and co-creating with them a truly individualized care plan. Currently he works with patients online and in person via his Chicago, Illinois and Bozeman, Montana based offices. Dr. Kozlowski did his residency in Family Practice but started training in Functional Medicine as an intern. He trained in the clinics with leaders in his field including Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Deepak Chopra, and Dr. Susan Blum. His recently published book “Unfunc Your Gut” encapsulates his collaborative, patient-first healthcare approach which offers a blend of medical insight and the experiential wisdom of his own healing journey through addiction recovery. Overall Doc Koz inspires us to seek and find real answers to "what's going on with my health?" and empowers readers with practical strategies to achieve true balance of body, mind, and spirit. His expertise is in gut health, but he also works daily with food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, detoxing from toxic chemicals such as heavy metals and mold, and most importantly mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Key Takeaways: Why are so many people experiencing issues with gut health? What are the 5 main areas to explore regardless of a diagnosis? What is the gut-brain connection? Can the mind change our microbiome? How often are tension or dysregulation within the nervous system a roadblock to recovery? How common is low stomach acid? What role do PPIs play in GI issues? How often do MCAS and histamine intolerance play a role? What impact do mold and mycotoxins have on gut health? What diets have been most helpful for his patients? What is the difference between food allergy and food sensitivity? How important is fiber for supporting the microbiome and detoxification? Can intermittent fasting support autophagy and detoxification? Does the presence of Clostridia always warrant treatment? How commonly do parasites play a role in complex, chronic GI issues? Is the treatment of SIBO about killing a bug, or is a broader, more holistic strategy needed? How is IBS different from or the same as SIBO? Could probiotics be contributors to SIBO? What is the role of estrogen dominance? What tools can be used to increase HRV? What interventions have been most helpful for supporting the mental, emotional, spiritual contributors to illness? Connect With My Guest: https://Doc-Koz.com Related Resources: Unfunc Your Gut; http://doc-koz.com/unfuncyourgut Interview Date: October 26, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit http://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode155 Additional Information: To learn more, visit http://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.