A Functional Approach with Dr. Jim Chialtas
Jim Chialtas, DACM, L.Ac.
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Peptides, Part 2: Copper GHK’s Role in Healing & Regeneration
In this 166th episode, I continue with my mini-series on peptide therapies and discuss Copper GHK. Copper GHK is a small copper-bound tripeptide that affects repair, aging, and gene expression. I…
Autoimmunity, MS, Wellness Strategies and so much more with Dr. Amy Behimer, Pharm. D.
In this 165th episode, I chat with Amy Behimer, Doctor of Pharmacy & Health Coach, about her approach to chronic conditions. As a person with Multiple Sclerosis and a few other autoimmune…
Pao Pereira, Ginkgo, Green Tea & more: How the Beljanski Foundation Targets Cancer
In this 164th episode, we trace the Beljanski Foundation’s origin and mission, explore its signature research tools (including the Oncotest), and dive into the botanicals and molecular components…
Balancing fear and uncertainty, while allowing in the loveliness
In this 163rd episode, I simply recognize the fear and struggle we are all feeling in this time of war, financial stress, and uncertainty. Just a small public service announcement and a call to…
An introduction to Peptide therapies: BPC-157
In this 162nd episode I begin to unpack the topic of peptides—what they are, how they work, and why tiny chains of amino acids are becoming major players in healing and recovery. In this particular…
Small Vessels, Big Trouble: How Vascular Disease Drives Dementia
In this 161st episode I unpack vascular dementia — what causes it, how it differs from (and often overlaps with) Alzheimer’s, and the brain and vascular mechanisms that drive cognitive decline. I…
Our Dreams are the Seeds to our Reality...
In this 160th episode, I riff a bit on a book my former Ju-Jitsu Sensei wrote and gifted to me many years back. The concept here is "vision." There is a difference between dreams and vision. And it…
Understanding Breast Implant Illness
In this 159th episode, I take a clear, evidence-focused look atBreast Implant Illness — what implants are made of, how our bodies can react to them, and why some people develop unexplained systemic…
My Neurology in Hell Hole Canyon
In this 158th episode, I follow up on my last episode about my journey into and out of Hell Hole Canyon in the Southern California Anza Borrego desert. You already heard about my journey itself, but…
My Trip into Hellhole Canyon: A piece about goal setting for ultimate success
In this 157th episode, I recount a harrowing experience of survival, persistence, calm rational thinking, and realistic goal setting - all in the face of very real danger. My trip into and out of…
Mind Over Gluten: A personal story
In this 156th episode, I share a recent gluten exposure experience. This exposure was one of the largest (accidental) exposures to gluten that I can remember... One whole cracker. Listen in and hear…
A perspective on loss
In this 155th episode, we reflect on loss—big and small—and how it shapes our lives. From everyday comforts and relationships to health, habits, and grief, we explorehow attachment can both comfort…
The Low Stomach Acid Conundrum
In this 154th episode, I unpack hypochlorhydria — low stomach acid — exploring what it is, why stomach acid matters for digestion and immune defense, and how reduced acid can cause symptoms that…
Kava with Morgan Smith — Tradition, Pharmacology, and Healing Ritual
In this 153rd episode, I speak with Morgan Smith, CEO of Kalm with Kava, founder of Pu'iwa Hawaiian Farms, and Board member of the International Kava Organization.We discuss concepts about how kava…
A Taoist Lens on Uncertainty — Navigating Paradox, Presence, and Healing with Prashanthi Amarnath
In this 152nd episode, I speak with Prashanthi Amarnath about how Taoist principles can help reshape our relationship to uncertainty, fear, decision‑making, and our emotional life. We discuss how…
Boosting BDNF: The Brain Fertilizer for Mood, Memory & Mental Health
In this 151st episode, we unpack Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) — often called “fertilizer for the brain.” We explore what BDNF is, why it matters for learning, memory, and mood, and how…
The Importance of Letting Go of Control
In this 150th episode, I take a moment to riff on the importance of letting go of control. Of course, a life without some form of control is chaotic and might lend itself to being controlled by other…
Dr. Aristo Vojdani - A discussion with an expert: Autoimmunity, Food & Chemical Sensitivity, Lab Testing, and more!
In this 149th episode, I do a deep-dive into autoimmunity, laboratory testing, food sensitivity, chemical sensitivity, and all things immunology. On this day I had the significant honor of sitting…
Three overlooked risk factors for cardiovascular disease
In this 148th episode we delve into the intricacies of cardiovascular health by shining a light on some often-overlooked cardiovascular risks that could be influencing your heart health:…
The Great California Tortilla Conundrum
In this 147th episode, I discuss the recent California law taking effect on Janurary 1, 2026 enforcing the supplementation of Folic Acid into corn masa (corn flour). This will impact corn tortillas,…
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A Functional Approach with Dr. Jim Chialtas has published 166 episodes since May 2023, covering topics in Alternative Health, Health & Fitness.
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