In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, hosts Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, welcome Dr. John Kim, a functional medicine pharmacist. Dr. Kim shares his transformative journey from traditional pharmacology to integrative medicine following a significant health crisis. He discusses the importance of understanding root causes of chronic illnesses and the role of lifestyle changes in health management. The episode emphasizes the interconnectedness of physical, cellular, and spiritual health, offering listeners practical insights into functional medicine and holistic approaches to achieving optimal well-being.

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What you will learn from Dr John Kim

 3:48 Dr. Kim's Personal Health Journey

6:36 Dr. Kim reflects on his experiences in the emergency room and the shortcomings of conventional medicine.

7:50 Dr. Kim recounts his unexpected heart attack

12:16 Dr. Kim shares being overmedicated after his heart attack

14:56 Integrating functional medicine as a pharmacist

19:17 Dr. Kim's foundations of health

26:21 How toxins impact our DNA

33:46 Phospholipids and Gut Health 

39:32 Addressing Toxin Exposure 

40:35 Mold Symptoms and Health Impacts

45:21 Maintaining Cellular Health

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See the full shownotes and resources at: https://jen.health/podcast/381