Nurse Doza’s Podcast comes to life in a very interactive way. Sure you can listen to the podcast, but this is just the beginning of your education in health. Every week, Nurse Doza dives into new health subjects and encourages you to submit your questions to be answered on the podcast, newsletter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and every other way that you like to take in educational media.
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6 hours ago
6 hours ago
Fatty liver affects 1 in 4 people worldwide, yet most don't know they have it. In this episode, we break down what fatty liver is, why it's connected to energy, blood sugar, inflammation, and long-term health, and walk through 5 science-backed steps to start improving it — from cutting processed foods and fasting to targeted supplements, gut repair, and the labs you need to track your progress.
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If you're dealing with fatty liver and feeling stuck — your doctor told you to "change your diet" but gave you nothing else — the School of Doza was built for exactly this. Inside the community, you'll find people doing the same work: cutting processed foods, learning to fast, figuring out which supplements and labs actually matter. Every Wednesday, the live Ask Me Anything sessions work like group consults where you can bring your specific labs, your questions about fatty liver markers like GGT or homocysteine, and get real direction. Right now, your first 7 days are completely free.
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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Fatty liver is reversible — The liver is the only organ that can fully regenerate itself when given proper support, making fatty liver one of the most actionable metabolic conditions to address through lifestyle changes.
Processed foods are the primary driver — Ultra-processed foods, especially those containing high fructose corn syrup, processed oils, and refined carbohydrates, are directly associated with increased risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
Fasting targets the root mechanism — Insulin resistance is a key driver of fat accumulation in the liver, and time-restricted feeding and alternate-day fasting have shown promising results in addressing insulin resistance, reducing central adiposity, and lowering systemic inflammation.
Your gut and liver are deeply connected — Excessive fructose and processed carbohydrates can contribute to increased intestinal permeability (leaky gut), allowing endotoxins to reach the liver and worsen fatty liver progression.
You need specific labs to track progress — Standard bloodwork often misses critical fatty liver markers. AST, ALT, GGT, homocysteine, hsCRP, and fasting insulin, combined with imaging like ultrasound or FibroScan, give you the full picture and let you measure real improvement.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 START – Welcome and introduction to fatty liver
03:35 – Why fatty liver matters: connections to diabetes, heart disease, and dementia
04:22 – The liver's unique ability to regenerate
06:04 – Step 1: Cut out processed ingredients and ultra-processed foods
10:18 – How high fructose corn syrup leads to fat deposits in the liver
11:45 – Step 2: Fasting to give your liver a chance to recover
14:30 – Time-restricted feeding, alternate-day fasting, and exercise
16:00 – Step 3: Supplements for fatty liver support
16:47 – NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) and its role in liver recovery
18:30 – Milk thistle, alpha-lipoic acid, turmeric, green tea, DIM, and resveratrol
20:45 – MTHFR, folate deficiency, and genetic risk for fatty liver
22:30 – Step 4: Fix your gut — leaky gut and the gut-liver axis
25:00 – Step 5: Recheck your labs and imaging
26:30 – Key labs: AST, ALT, GGT, homocysteine, hsCRP, and fasting insulin
29:30 – Recap of all 5 steps and final recommendations
RESOURCES
"The liver is a unique organ with a remarkable capacity for repair and regeneration" — https://www.nature.com/articles/s41392-024-02104-8
"High UPF consumption is associated with an increased risk of NAFLD" — https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12289574/
"Time-restricted feeding and alternate-day fasting appear particularly promising in addressing NAFLD" — https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12168860/
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4 days ago
4 days ago
Feeling dismissed by your doctor? In this episode, Nurse Doza invites you to stop Googling your symptoms and start getting real answers in a live ask me anything format. Every Wednesday at 1 PM Central, the School of Doza hosts a one-hour group consult where you can ask a functional practitioner anything — from hormones and gut health to autoimmune disorders and thyroid issues. Nothing is off limits. Try it free for one week.
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5 Key Takeaways
“Normal” labs don’t mean optimal health. Conventional lab reference ranges are based on population averages — including unhealthy people. Just because you fall within range doesn’t mean your body is functioning at its best. Functional practitioners interpret labs differently to find what’s been missed.
You deserve to be heard, not dismissed. Feeling sick while being told everything is “fine” is one of the most frustrating experiences in healthcare. The School of Doza exists so you never have to sit with unanswered questions again.
Live ask me anything sessions beat Dr. Google every time. Instead of spiraling down symptom-checker rabbit holes, you can ask a functional practitioner directly every Wednesday at 1 PM Central. Real answers, real context, zero algorithms.
Community accelerates healing. Research shows that participation in online health communities enhances patient activation and empowerment through peer support. The School of Doza connects you with others navigating the same health challenges.
Nothing is off limits. Heart health, hormones, gut issues, menopause, autoimmune disorders, thyroid, Hashimoto’s — if it’s affecting your health, it’s fair game in Wednesday’s class. Bring your toughest questions.
Resources
"Online Communities as a Driver for Patient Empowerment" — Systematic review from the Journal of Medical Internet Research examining how online health communities serve as complementary resources to traditional healthcare, improving patient empowerment and self-management.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7902187/
"Impact of Digital Interventions and Online Health Communities in Patient Activation" — 2024 meta-analysis from the International Journal of Medical Informatics demonstrating that online health communities enhance patient activation through social support, with statistically significant improvements in patient activation scores.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1386505624001448
"Association of the Functional Medicine Model of Care With Patient-Reported Health-Related Quality-of-Life Outcomes" — Cleveland Clinic cohort study published in JAMA Network Open showing functional medicine patients experienced significantly larger improvements in global physical health scores compared to traditional primary care at 6 months.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6822085/
"The Evolution of Patient Empowerment and Its Impact on Health Care’s Future" — 2025 viewpoint paper from the Journal of Medical Internet Research tracing how patient empowerment has driven healthcare transformation over the last 25 years, particularly through digital health communities.
https://www.jmir.org/2025/1/e60562
The Institute for Functional Medicine — What is Functional Medicine? — Comprehensive overview of the functional medicine model, its evidence base, and how therapeutic partnerships between practitioners and patients improve outcomes for chronic conditions.
https://www.ifm.org/functional-medicine
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Monday Feb 23, 2026
Monday Feb 23, 2026
Discover how to lose weight without Ozempic using 5 evidence-backed strategies. This episode breaks down why insulin resistance is the real driver of weight gain and how cutting processed foods, eating only when hungry, fasting, weight resistance training, and detoxification can help you lose weight naturally and sustain it long-term — no prescription required.
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Every Wednesday, we host live "Ask Me Anything" sessions that function like group consults — bring your questions about fasting, detox, diet changes, labs, or anything you heard in today's episode and get answers in real time. Plus, you'll have access to recordings, live Thursday classes, and a community of people on the same journey.
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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Insulin resistance is the root of weight gain — Ozempic works because it lowers insulin resistance, but you can target insulin naturally through diet, fasting, and exercise without a prescription.
Processed foods directly drive inflammation and weight gain — NIH research confirms that highly processed foods (corn, rice, alcohol, processed sugars and oils) are linked to weight gain. Cutting them for 6–8 weeks can trigger significant fat loss.
Leptin resistance keeps you stuck — When fat cells are inflamed, they overproduce leptin, which blunts your satiety signals and makes weight loss harder. Cold exposure and reducing insulin resistance can help "brown" white fat cells and restore hormonal balance.
Fasting paired with weight training accelerates fat loss — Fasting reduces visceral fat, regenerates gut cells, and resets the microbiome, while resistance training activates muscle as a hormone-producing organ. Combined, they deliver greater reductions in body fat and fatty liver than either strategy alone.
Liver detoxification is the missing piece — Phase I and Phase II liver detox pathways depend on glutathione, NAC, cruciferous vegetables, and key nutrients.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 START
01:08 – Why insulin regulation is the real goal in weight loss
03:16 – Strategy 1: Cut back on processed foods (C.R.A.P. foods)
05:06 – NIH research on processed foods and weight gain
07:00 – No Grains, No Sugar class results and personal experience
08:28 – Strategy 2: Eat only when you're actually hungry
09:22 – Leptin resistance explained and its role in weight gain
10:54 – How leptin, GLP-1s, and insulin work together
13:11 – Browning white fat cells and the role of adiponectin
14:27 – Strategy 3: Fasting for fat loss, gut repair, and microbiome reset
17:42 – Strategy 4: Weight resistance training and why muscle is an organ
20:35 – Strategy 5: Detoxify your body and reduce inflammation
25:12 – Phase I and Phase II liver detoxification pathways explained
31:07 – Good Poops Protocol and final recommendations
RESOURCES
"Eating Highly Processed Foods Linked to Weight Gain" – NIH Research Matters
https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/eating-highly-processed-foods-linked-weight-gain
"GLP-1 receptor agonists decrease leptin and resistin levels" – ScienceDirect
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S016882272100259X
"White adipose tissue expansion, leptin resistance, and GLP-1 signaling in obesity" – PMC
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10169629/
"Polyphagia (Hyperphagia)" – Cleveland Clinic
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/24637-polyphagia-hyperphagia
"Caloric restriction, exercise, and reduction in visceral and liver fat" – PMC
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4016916/
"Gut microbiome dysbiosis and the Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio in obesity" – Springer
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s43556-025-00264-9
"Fasting, intestinal mucosal renewal, and immune function" – ScienceDirect
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0966842X23000574
"Resistance training reduces body fat percentage and visceral fat in healthy adults" – PubMed
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34536199/
"Obesity, inflammation, and cardiovascular risk" – PMC
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5507106/
"Liver regeneration, glutathione biosynthesis, and glutamine metabolism" – Nature
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41392-024-02104-8
"Dietary and lifestyle approaches to Phase I and Phase II detoxification" – PMC
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4488002/
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Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Discover how fasting extends lifespan, lowers insulin and blood sugar, reduces inflammation, regenerates gut cells, and promotes autophagy. Learn the science-backed benefits of fasting and how to implement strategic fasting protocols for metabolic health, cellular repair, and longevity. Nurse Doza breaks down when and how to use fasting as a powerful health tool.
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Struggling to know how long to fast, what to eat before and after, or how to troubleshoot when a fast doesn't feel right? Inside the School of Doza, you'll join a community of people implementing fasting protocols just like you—and get direct guidance during our Wednesday "Ask Me Anything" sessions that function like group consults. Bring your questions about fasting duration, supplement timing, breaking your fast properly, or interpreting your labs while fasting. Get real-time answers and avoid common fasting mistakes.
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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Fasting extends lifespan – Caloric restriction is the only known nutritional intervention proven to extend lifespan and reduce age-related disorders across multiple species by optimizing cellular metabolism.
Fasting lowers insulin and blood sugar – After approximately 10 hours of fasting, stored glycogen is consumed and the body begins breaking down fatty acids, lowering fasting insulin levels and improving insulin sensitivity.
Fasting reduces inflammation – Fasting decreases inflammatory markers including TNF-α, TGF-α, and PDGF, addressing the root cause of conditions like fatty liver, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and heart disease.
Fasting regenerates gut cells – Caloric restriction increases the number of intestinal stem cells and enhances the regenerative capacity of the injured intestinal epithelium, healing gut damage at the cellular level.
Fasting promotes autophagy and mitochondrial biogenesis – Fasting activates the body's cellular cleanup process (autophagy) and stimulates the creation of new, healthy mitochondria through activation of PGC-1α, AMPK, SIRT1, and NOS pathways.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – START
02:00 – What's happening at the School of Doza and weekly Ask Me Anything sessions
04:00 – Fasting extends lifespan through cellular metabolism optimization
08:00 – Fasting lowers insulin and blood sugar after 10 hours
12:00 – How resveratrol mimics fasting and enhances the fasting experience
15:00 – Fasting reduces inflammation across all body systems
19:00 – Fasting regenerates gut cells and heals intestinal damage
22:00 – Fasting promotes autophagy and cleans out toxic cells
26:00 – Mitochondrial biogenesis and the PGC-1α pathway activation
30:00 – Practical fasting protocol guidelines and implementation tips
35:00 – How to pair Mitochondriac with fasting for optimal results
38:00 – Join the School of Doza for fasting support and guidance
RESOURCES
Fasting and cellular metabolism optimization – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9042193/
Molecular effects of fasting on cellular metabolism – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10413426/
Calorie restriction and lifespan extension – https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213671118300523
Calorie restriction reduces fasting insulin levels – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8071299/
Glycogen breakdown during starvation – https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2161831323013443
Resveratrol improves insulin sensitivity through SIRT1/AMPK pathway – https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0928098725002015
Calorie restriction enhances intestinal regeneration – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10069975/
Fasting and autophagy upregulation – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30172870/
Calorie restriction promotes mitochondrial biogenesis – https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.1117728
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Friday Feb 13, 2026
Friday Feb 13, 2026
This episode is powered by LightpathLED, a trusted provider of professional-grade red and blue light therapy panels. As Nurse Doza shares, he's used red light therapy every day for over six years — both in his clinic and at home — and now relies on LightpathLED's dual-wavelength panel for enhanced skin health, mood support, and cellular energy production. If you're ready to invest in a panel backed by a clinician's daily use, LightpathLED is the brand Nurse Doza recommends to his patients, family, and friends.
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Nurse Doza breaks down the science of red light therapy — and why not all blue light is bad. After six years of daily clinical and personal use, he reveals how his newest panel combines red and blue wavelengths for skin health, acne reduction, better sleep, mood, and energy. Learn why investing in a quality red light therapy panel is one of the smartest health decisions you can make, and how just 10 minutes a day can transform your wellness routine.
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Red light therapy boosts cellular energy. It works by stimulating mitochondria to produce more ATP — your body's energy currency — which supports everything from skin repair to mood and sleep quality.
Not all blue light is harmful. Therapeutic blue light (400–500 nm) used in clinical-grade panels like LightpathLED targets acne-causing bacteria and reduces oil production — a completely different mechanism than the blue light emitted by screens.
Consistency is the key to results. Nurse Doza has used red light therapy every single day for six years. Even just 10-minute daily sessions compound into measurable improvements in skin, energy, stress, and sleep.
Quality matters — skip Amazon. Not all panels are created equal. Nurse Doza strongly advises against purchasing cheap, unverified panels from Amazon and instead recommends investing in a trusted, clinician-approved brand like LightpathLED.
Light therapy is a whole-family health tool. This isn't a single-use gadget — a quality red light panel can benefit every member of your household, from skin health and wound repair to mood regulation and longevity.
RESOURCES
"Red Light Therapy: What the Science Says" – Stanford Medicine overview of clinical evidence for red light therapy, including skin rejuvenation, wound healing, and hair growth.
https://med.stanford.edu/news/insights/2025/02/red-light-therapy-skin-hair-medical-clinics.html
"Red Light Therapy for Skin Care" – Harvard Health Publishing review of red light therapy benefits, safety profile, and FDA approval status.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/red-light-therapy-for-skin-care
"A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment" – Peer-reviewed clinical trial (PMC) showing significant improvements in collagen density, skin complexion, and roughness.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3926176/
"Blue Light Therapy in Dermatological Practice: A Review" (2025) – Comprehensive review of blue light's antimicrobial properties, anti-inflammatory effects, and clinical applications for acne and skin conditions.
https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/12/1/30
"At-Home LED Devices for Acne Treatment Are Safe and Effective" (2025) – JAMA Dermatology systematic review via Mass General Brigham showing significant reduction in acne lesions with red/blue LED devices.
https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/press-releases/researchers-find-at-home-led-devices-safe-effective-acne-treatment-skincare
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
The Hume Health Body Pod is the smart health scale Nurse Doza uses daily — at home, in the clinic, and everywhere in between. With 8 multi-frequency sensors and accuracy within 2% of a DEXA scan, it measures 45+ health metrics including muscle mass, visceral fat, bone density, heart rate, and metabolic age in just 3-5 seconds. As discussed in this episode, putting real body composition data in your hands is the key to becoming your own health advocate.
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SUMMARY
Nurse Doza breaks down why a smart health scale like the Hume Health Body Pod is a game-changer for tracking body composition at home. Learn how measuring bone mass, muscle mass, visceral fat, metabolic age, and heart rate in just seconds can help you take control of your health journey — and why data-driven decisions beat guessing every time.
🔑 5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Your weight alone doesn't tell the full story — body composition metrics like muscle mass, bone density, and visceral fat matter far more than a single number on a traditional scale.
Visceral fat is a critical health marker — research links excess visceral fat to increased risk of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, regardless of BMI.
Consistency beats perfection — using a smart health scale like the Hume Health Body Pod daily (in just 3-5 seconds) helps you track trends over time so you can see what's actually working.
Metabolic age reveals your true health picture — understanding your basal metabolic rate and metabolic age gives you actionable insight into longevity and lifespan optimization.
Data makes you your own health advocate — whatever lifestyle, dietary, or behavioral changes you implement, measuring real data keeps you accountable and focused on progress.
📚 RESOURCES
"Visceral Adiposity and the Risk of Metabolic Syndrome Across Body Mass Index" – MESA study demonstrating that visceral fat predicts metabolic syndrome independent of BMI
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4268163/
"Visceral Adiposity Is Associated with Metabolic Profiles Predictive of Type 2 Diabetes and Myocardial Infarction" – Nature Communications Medicine study on visceral fat and cardiometabolic risk
https://www.nature.com/articles/s43856-022-00140-5
"Visceral Fat: What It Is & How It Affects You" – Cleveland Clinic overview of visceral fat health risks and measurement
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24147-visceral-fat
"Reliability, Biological Variability, and Accuracy of Multi-Frequency Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis" – Frontiers in Nutrition peer-reviewed study on BIA accuracy for body composition measurement
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2024.1491931/full
"Hume Health Body Pod Review: Is This Smart Scale Worth the Price?" – Independent review comparing Body Pod accuracy to DEXA scan results
https://wellnesspulse.com/reviews/hume-health-body-pod-review/
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Monday Feb 02, 2026
Monday Feb 02, 2026
Discover the five scientifically-backed root causes driving autoimmune disorders that traditional medicine overlooks. From vitamin D deficiency and gut damage to hidden infections, antioxidant depletion, and chronic stress—learn the framework for understanding what's really happening in your body and where to start your healing journey. (494 characters)
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Struggling with autoimmune flare-ups and feeling like you're doing everything right but still not getting better? You're not alone, and you don't have to figure this out by yourself.
Inside the School of Doza, we're running a live No Grains, No Sugar class for the next six weeks—a guided experience specifically designed to remove the inflammatory triggers that drive gut issues, blood sugar instability, and autoimmune symptoms. When you eliminate grains and sugar, many people experience dramatic reductions in flare-ups within weeks.
Join a community of others on the same healing journey, plus get access to our Wednesday "Ask Me Anything" sessions—live group consultations where you can get your specific questions answered about managing your autoimmune condition naturally.
Start your FREE 7-day trial and experience the class for yourself.
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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Vitamin D deficiency is the foundation of most autoimmune disorders – Your immune system IS your vitamin D levels. When vitamin D drops too low (below 50 ng/mL), your body cannot activate white blood cells properly or convert vitamin D into the anti-inflammatory hormone needed to combat chronic inflammation that develops 10-20 years before diagnosis.
Gut damage creates the perfect storm for autoimmune development – Leaky gut, IBS, Crohn's, fatty liver, and gallbladder issues all compromise your digestive barrier, allowing bacteria, toxins, heavy metals, and undigested food particles to enter your bloodstream and trigger immune responses throughout your body.
Previous infections never truly leave your body – Almost all autoimmune disorders are associated with at least one previous infection. Viral infections like herpes, Epstein-Barr, chickenpox, and bacterial infections like strep remain dormant in your system, building up over time and contributing to chronic inflammation when your immune system is already compromised.
Your liver's antioxidant production is critical for immune regulation – Glutathione and other antioxidants made primarily in your liver control inflammation and support immune function. Fatty liver, MTHFR genetic issues, alcohol consumption, and medications all impair your liver's ability to produce these essential defense mechanisms, leaving you vulnerable to autoimmune flare-ups.
Chronic stress depletes your adrenal reserves – Your adrenal glands produce cortisol and cortisone (the body's natural steroids) to reduce inflammation. Years of accumulated stress—from infections, poor diet, lack of sleep, emotional trauma, and living with an autoimmune disorder—eventually exhaust your adrenals, leaving you with nothing left to fight inflammation naturally.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – START
07:15 – Introduction to autoimmune disorders and traditional medicine approach
10:42 – Root cause #1: Vitamin D deficiency and immune system connection
15:30 – How vitamin D converts to anti-inflammatory hormone
22:10 – Root cause #2: Gut damage and leaky gut syndrome
26:35 – Microbiome disruption and pathogenic bacteria
33:15 – Root cause #3: Previous infections (bacterial and viral)
37:40 – Herpes, strep, and chronic infection patterns
41:25 – Root cause #4: Lack of antioxidants and fatty liver connection
45:50 – Glutathione production and immune defense systems
49:30 – Root cause #5: Stress and adrenal gland depletion
53:15 – Cortisol, cortisone, and inflammatory markers (Interleukin-6, HSCRP)
01:01:20 – Good Poops Protocol for autoimmune support
01:03:45 – Final recommendations and School of Doza invitation
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Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Ready for a sugar detox that actually works? Nurse Doza breaks down why eliminating grains and sugar for six weeks can transform your energy, skin, sleep, and waistline.
Discover how the School of Doza's Thursday live classes provide the community support and accountability you need to succeed—plus get access to weekly Q&A sessions with Nurse Doza himself.
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SCHOOL OF DOZA
The No Grains, No Sugar course at School of Doza delivers exactly what this episode discusses—a structured, community-driven approach to eliminating inflammatory foods from your diet. With weekly Thursday classes, live Q&A sessions, and a supportive student community, you'll never feel alone on your sugar detox journey. Nurse Doza and co-founder Baldo Garza complete the program alongside students, providing real-time accountability and guidance.
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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
Sugar and grains drive inflammation, weight gain, and energy crashes. Eliminating both for six weeks can reset your metabolism and recalibrate your taste buds to appreciate natural sweetness again.
Community support is the missing piece for most people. Changing your diet at home without support often leads to failure—having a community of like-minded students dramatically increases success rates.
Weekly live classes with Q&A provide ongoing education and accountability. Each Thursday session includes new information plus the opportunity to ask Nurse Doza any question directly.
Your teachers are doing the program with you. Both Nurse Doza and Baldo Garza complete the No Grains, No Sugar challenge alongside students, providing authentic accountability.
This approach creates lasting lifestyle change. Participants often find they want to continue this way of eating long after the six weeks end because they feel so much better.
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Monday Jan 26, 2026
Monday Jan 26, 2026
Discover the truth about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro as we debunk five major myths. Learn why these aren't just medications, the critical role of exercise, long-term use concerns, dietary requirements, and natural alternatives like Berberine that support your body's own GLP-1 production for sustainable weight loss and blood sugar management.
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The Good Poops Protocol is your foundation for naturally supporting GLP-1 production while addressing the root cause—your gut health. This powerful combination featuring Berberine Plus, Gut Powder, and Liver Boost works synergistically to support blood sugar control, healthy digestion, and sustainable weight loss. While GLP-1 medications address symptoms, the Good Poops Protocol helps your body create its own GLP-1s naturally, supports metabolic function, and protects your liver and gallbladder during weight loss—without the long-term medication dependency.
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Struggling with weight loss, blood sugar issues, or wondering if GLP-1s are right for you? You're not alone, and you don't have to figure it out by yourself. The School of Doza community connects you with others navigating the same challenges—from managing diabetes naturally to supporting gut health for sustainable weight loss. Our Wednesday "Ask Me Anything" sessions function like group consults where you can get personalized guidance on GLP-1 alternatives, supplement protocols, and creating a plan that works for your body. Stop spending $250/month on medications when you could invest in long-term solutions that address the root cause. Start your journey with evidence-based strategies and a supportive community.
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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS
GLP-1s Are Natural Body Compounds – Your gut naturally produces GLP-1 peptides after meals. When gut dysfunction like leaky gut occurs, your body can't make enough, leading to blood sugar issues and weight gain. Medications replace what your body should be making naturally.
Exercise Is Non-Negotiable – Semaglutide can cause up to 40% lean muscle loss during weight reduction. Resistance training is essential to preserve muscle mass, maintain insulin sensitivity, and achieve sustainable weight loss—even while on GLP-1 medications.
Long-Term Use Has Consequences – Studies show participants regain two-thirds of weight loss within one year of stopping GLP-1s. Higher doses and longer duration (over 26 weeks) increase gallbladder disease risk by 40%. The pharmaceutical industry benefits from lifelong dependency.
Diet Still Matters – GLP-1 medications inhibit gallbladder motility and delay emptying, increasing gallstone risk. Supporting your liver and gallbladder through proper nutrition is critical during weight loss, whether using medications or natural alternatives.
Natural Alternatives Exist – Berberine supports natural GLP-1 production, improves insulin sensitivity, and helps with blood sugar control. Combined with L-glutamine for gut health and liver support, you can address the root cause rather than just symptoms—at a fraction of the cost.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – START
02:15 – One in eight adults have tried GLP-1 medications
04:30 – Myth #1: GLP-1s are only medications
07:45 – Your gut naturally makes GLP-1 peptides
10:20 – Myth #2: You don't need to exercise on GLP-1s
13:50 – Muscle wasting and lean mass loss concerns
16:30 – Myth #3: You can take GLP-1s for a while then stop
19:15 – WHO approval for long-term use and pharmaceutical profits
22:40 – Myth #4: You can eat whatever you want
25:10 – Gallbladder disease risk and dietary requirements
27:45 – Myth #5: Natural supplements don't work like GLP-1s
30:20 – Berberine, glutamine, and natural GLP-1 support
32:15 – Final thoughts on sustainable weight loss
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Friday Jan 23, 2026
Friday Jan 23, 2026
Lineage Provisions offers 100% regenerative grass-fed beef products with only three simple ingredients: grass-fed beef, apple cider vinegar, and sea salt. Their air-dried steak and meat sticks (which include grass-fed beef liver for added nutrients like iron, magnesium, and B vitamins) provide the clean protein your body needs without inflammation, food dyes, preservatives, or sugar—making them the perfect choice for breaking fasts or supporting liver health as discussed in this episode.
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Discover why grass-fed beef is the ultimate anti-inflammatory snack for gut health and liver support. Learn how to break a 36-hour water fast with clean, simple ingredients that reduce inflammation and support metabolic health. Baldomero shares why regenerative grass-fed beef with just three ingredients can transform your health—and which processed ingredients to avoid that destroy your liver and spike insulin after fasting.
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Struggling with inflammation after eating? Not sure how to implement fasting protocols safely? Confused about which "healthy" snacks are actually destroying your gut health?
Join The School of Doza community where you'll connect with others navigating the same journey toward metabolic health. Our Wednesday "Ask Me Anything" sessions function like group consults where you can get personalized guidance on food quality, fasting strategies, and choosing anti-inflammatory options that support—not harm—your liver.
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Quality matters when breaking a fast – After reducing inflammation and lowering insulin through fasting, the last thing you want is processed foods full of dyes, preservatives, and sugar that spike blood sugar and destroy gut health.
Grass-fed beef is anti-inflammatory – Regenerative grass-fed beef should be easy to digest with zero inflammation, making it an ideal protein source for those with autoimmune conditions or gut sensitivities.
Simple ingredients = better digestion – Products with just three ingredients (grass-fed beef, apple cider vinegar, sea salt) are significantly easier on your digestive system than conventional beef jerky loaded with additives.
Beef liver is nutritional gold – Grass-fed beef liver contains concentrated amounts of iron, magnesium, and B vitamins that support liver health and promote a healthy lifespan when consumed regularly.
Your liver determines your longevity – When you fast, eat clean, and increase metabolism through healthy choices, you directly improve liver health, which is fundamental to longevity and disease prevention.
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