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The Nutritional Therapy and Wellness PodcastAuthor: Jamie Belz, FNTP, MHC - The Nutritional Therapy Association
#ReverseTheTrend of preventable poor health with the Nutritional Therapy Association as we dive into the multi-faceted world of holistic health and wellness. Explore science-based wellness, traditional wisdom, and common misconceptions as we provide clinical insights for optimal health. This is for YOU as an individual striving for vibrant well-being. We honor bio-individuality while discussing all of the inputs and outputs, including nutrition, digestion, elimination, blood sugar regulation, inflammation and pain management, detoxification, sleep, stress, mindset, fitness and exercise, supplementation, how nutrient deficiencies manifest in our bodies, diabetes, and other lifestyle (and non-lifestyle) diseases, holistic pregnancies, raising healthy kids, traditional/specialty/fad/elimination diets, how to prepare foods for maximum nutrient availability thoughtfully, and so much more! PLUS, we cover the business side, from how to become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner or Professional Health and Wellness Coach to how to level-up your existing wellness practice. Please SUBSCRIBE and visit us at www.nutritionaltherapy.com. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have. The views and opinions stated on this podcast are not necessarily those of the NTA or its associates. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep 080: Rapid Replays - Digestive Hell - A Legacy Lecture from NTA Founder Gray Graham
Episode 80
Sunday, 4 January, 2026
When new people find the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, they ask, "Where do I start?" While we'd love for you to go back to the beginning and take them all in, this is for those who need a quick catch-up. We're doing a Rapid Replay Series of condensed episodes, including the most popular episodes according to streams and downloads, and a few of our team's personal favorites. In this replay episode of The Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host Jamie Belz, FNTP, MHC, brings back a historical lecture given by the founder of The Nutritional Therapy Association, Gray Graham. Gray discusses the optimal function of digestion in a way you've never heard it explained. Listen to this, then come back tomorrow to catch the next episode as Gray explains digestive dysfunction. Optimal digestion is crucial for vitality. It ensures that the body efficiently breaks down food into nutrients, which are then absorbed and utilized for energy, growth, and cellular repair. Proper digestion supports a strong immune system, maintains a healthy gut microbiome, and helps prevent gastrointestinal disorders. Additionally, it plays a significant role in mental health, as the gut is often referred to as the "second brain" due to its impact on mood and cognitive function. Therefore, maintaining optimal digestion is vital for promoting physical and mental health, enhancing quality of life, and preventing chronic diseases. The follow-up to yesterday's explanation of how digestion works when functioning optimally, today's episode continues along the journey of digestion, explaining that if someone is not properly digesting their food, they will not be able to absorb and assimilate the nutrients from the foods they are eating, regardless of how healthful those foods are. Gray walks you through "Digestive Hell" – the myriad of diseases, conditions, and other unpleasantries that arise from a suboptimal digestive system. Every cell in an organism's tissues, organs, and systems relies on the ability to absorb nutrients from food properly. Factors such as stress, poor eating habits, gallbladder removal, and reduced stomach acid (HCl) levels can hinder digestion. Given the critical role of nutrition in maintaining healthy cells, any disruption in digestion can be harmful in various ways. A dysfunctional digestive system catalyzes a domino effect, impacting the functioning of other bodily systems. Topics Discussed: – Recap of optimal digestion – Start of digestive dysfunction – "Where's 'Digestive Hell'?" – Distraction, stress, sympathetic state – Pancreatic amylase – Dysbiosis, yeast, pathogens – It's all about acid/pH levels – Macronutrient degradation – Inputs for the production of HCl – Things that cause hypochlorhydria (stress, too much protein, zinc, other nutrient deficiencies, allergies…) – Dr. Jonathan Wright, Heidelberg Test, hypochlorhydria, pH for proper hormone function, and enzymatic action – Pasteur vs. Bechamp / Microorganisms vs. Terraine (Which is to blame?) – H. pylori – Heartburn, acid reflux, GERD, ulcers – Homework/experiment – Incomplete digestion, whole food particles in the small intestine – Gallbladder, bile, fats, cholecystokinin, liver, fat-free or low-fat diet as the cause of gallstones and gallbladder dysfunction, cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) – Burping up fish oil and delayed-release fish oil – Undigested proteins, microvilli, leaky gut/gut permeability, immune dysfunction – Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride, healing her autistic child, GAPS Diet – Large intestine/colon, ileocecal valve, dysbiosis, inflammation, diverticulitis, irritable bowel, Crohn's disease, celiac disease/gluten reactivity, hormones/endocrine system, enzymes, heart health, allergies, butyric acid, and foul-smelling feces ________________________________________ Thanks for listening! If you like what you're hearing, please don't forget to subscribe and give us a five-star rating!
