Benjamin Bikman earned his PhD in Bioenergetics and was a postdoctoral fellow with the Duke-National University of Singapore studying metabolic disorders. Currently, his professional focus as a scientist and professor (Brigham Young University) is to better understand the origins and consequences of metabolic disorders, including obesity and diabetes, with a particular emphasis on the role of insulin. He frequently publishes his research in peer-reviewed journals and presents at international science and public meetings.http://freedompact.co.uk/newsletterhttps://www.instagram.com/benbikmanphd/?hl=en

Health disclaimer: This conversation is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have diabetes, another metabolic condition, or take medication affecting blood glucose, consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making substantial changes to your diet, medication or treatment.

Disclaimer: The Freedom Pact Podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to constitute, nor should it be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. Listeners should not disregard, delay, or substitute professional medical advice because of information discussed on the podcast or associated materials.

Dr Alan Christianson is a naturopathic medical doctor who specializes in natural endocrinology with a focus on thyroid disorders. He founded Integrative Health, a physician group dedicated to helping people with thyroid disease and weight loss resistance regain their health. Named a Top Doctor in Phoenix Magazine, he has been featured in numerous publications and has appeared on national television, including The Doctors, Dr. OZ, CNN, and Today. He also trains other physicians in the United States and internationally on management of thyroid disease, weight loss, and hormone replacement. This episode explores Alan's perspectives and is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Evidence for some of the approaches discussed may be uncertain or contested.If you have symptoms that may indicate a thyroid condition, have been diagnosed with thyroid disease, or are taking thyroid or other prescribed medication, consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your treatment, medication, diet or supplements. Do not stop or alter prescribed thyroid medication on the basis of information discussed in this episode.Links:http://freedompact.co.uk/newsletterhttps://www.drchristianson.com/Disclaimer: The Freedom Pact Podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to constitute, nor should it be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. Listeners should not disregard, delay, or substitute professional medical advice because of information discussed on the podcast or associated materials.