In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, hosts Doc Jen and Doctor Dom welcome Vince Pitstick, a pioneer in functional and holistic nutrition coaching. Vince shares his personal journey of overcoming early health challenges and how it shaped his holistic approach to health. He emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes and the interconnectedness of bodily systems, critiquing the fragmented nature of Western medicine. Vince advocates for a more integrated healthcare approach, offering insights into metabolic health, weight loss, and the significance of personalized, comprehensive care. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking to understand and improve their overall well-being.

LMNT Discount Code:

Fuel every system within the body and the brain with LMNT! Keep yourself hydrated on a cellular level by replenishing the sodium, potassium, and magnesium that our body needs for basic cellular processes like nerve signaling, smooth muscle contractions, unnecessary fatigue, aches and pain, brain fog, and recovery! Get a free gift with every purchase and try some new flavors as you stay hydrated! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Your Free Gift!

Free Week + Holiday Discount on the Jen Health Membership:

Time to start the New Year out right! We are giving our listeners their first month for only $15!! Come grab a free week of our Jen Health Membership! You'll have access to 12 plans that were all curated by Doc Jen, Dr of Physical Therapy. We make sure you get set up with the plan that will be best for your goals and the rest is laid out for you to follow! Come check it out today! You can even get a discount on your first month using code OPTIMAL10 at checkout!

Vince's Resources and Links:

We think you’ll love:

For full Show Notes and resources, go to: https://jen.health/podcast/389

What you will learn from Vince Pitstick:

1:17 Vince's Journey Begins 

4:17 Early Health Struggles 

7:09 Vince discusses the importance of addressing multiple bodily systems for effective health solutions.

10:12 Vince emphasizes a holistic approach to health, integrating various modalities for better outcomes.

13:27 Challenges in the Medical System 

15:37 Discusses the need for understanding behavior change to improve patient outcomes beyond just specialization in medicine.

19:44 Understanding Metabolism

26:21 Metabolic Adaptation Explained 

30:37 Hormonal Imbalance in Chronic Dieters 

32:44 Understanding Caloric Deficits 

35:39 Severe Cellular Inflammation 

39:45 Metabolic Rate and Disease 

44:22 Building Psychological Wins 

45:16 Dietary Changes for Metabolism