In this episode, we welcome Dr. Ben Weitz, an expert in Functional Medicine and Sports Chiropractic care, who has been practicing in Santa Monica, California, for over 36 years. Dr. Weitz is renowned for his work in managing autoimmune diseases and enhancing gut health using a root cause, Functional Medicine approach. As the host of the Rational Wellness podcast, Dr. Weitz brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussion.

 

"Our bodies have remarkable abilities to heal themselves if we can just give them a little help and remove the obstacles in their way." 

 

• Functional Medicine Approach: Understanding how Functional Medicine addresses the root causes of diseases.

• Autoimmune Disease Mechanisms: Exploring how the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own cells.

• Molecular Mimicry: Learning about the role of molecular mimicry in autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.

• Gut Health and Immunity: Discovering the connection between gut health and overall immune function.

 

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Website: www.drweitz.com 

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