ChrisKresser.com is a well-known health and wellness platform created by Chris Kresser, M.S., L.Ac., focusing on Functional Medicine, chronic disease, nutrition, and ancestral health. The site brings together evidence-informed articles, educational resources, podcasts, and practical guidance for readers who want to better understand the root causes of long-term health issues rather than only managing symptoms. What makes the platform stand out is its strong emphasis on a broader, systems-based view of health. Chris Kresser’s content often explores topics such as gut health, metabolic function, inflammation, lifestyle medicine, and the relationship between modern habits and chronic illness. Alongside consumer health content, the site also supports practitioner education through training programs connected to Functional Medicine and health coaching. The blog is especially useful for health-conscious readers, functional health practitioners, nutrition-focused audiences, and people interested in chronic illness prevention and recovery. It offers a blend of educational health content and professional insight, making it a strong resource for readers looking for a more holistic perspective on wellness and healthcare.
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You know the twenty minutes. You get out of bed and your knees need most of a cup of coffee before they feel like yours again. You stand up after a lo
You notice it going downstairs. That’s usually where it shows up first, in the specific moment a knee has to bend under load and would rather not. The
There’s a bottle in your cupboard you stopped taking. Possibly two. You bought it for your knees, took it faithfully for a few weeks, felt nothing you
You take more ibuprofen than you’d like to. Most people with aching knees do, and most of them carry the same low-grade unease about it. Maybe your do
In this episode we discuss: Why immune function plays a surprising role in osteoarthritis How native type II collagen, NEM, and Boswellia serrata comp
In this episode we discuss: What microglia are and why they’re essential for maintaining healthy brain function How chronic inflammation can transform
In this episode we discuss: The connection between periodontal disease and cognitive decline How oral bacteria may access and influence the brain The
In this episode we discuss: What the “fibermaxxing” trend gets right—and wrong Why whole-food fiber and isolated fiber supplements are not equivalent
In this episode we discuss: The role of the microbiome in immune regulation Intestinal permeability (“leaky gut”) and its systemic effects Lipopolysac
In this episode we discuss: Where microplastics accumulate in the body and why size matters How exposure happens: food, water, air, and household envi
In this episode we discuss: What sleep trackers get right—and where they go wrong The rise of orthosomnia and why it’s becoming more common How sleep
In this episode we discuss: How GLP-1 drugs work Proven benefits, common side effects, and discontinuation rates Emerging long-term risks of GLP-1 use
In this episode we discuss: How the anti-salt movement began Major studies that challenge the narrative Why sodium is essential Potential downsides of
In this episode we discuss: Why nasal breathing is the body’s preferred breathing pathway How mouth breathing affects sleep quality, oral health, and
In this episode we discuss: Why erythritol became the go-to sweetener for “sugar-free” and keto products New evidence linking erythritol to increased
In this episode we discuss: The history of Alzheimer’s disease and what it reveals about modern dementia research Why most late-onset dementia is hete
In this episode we discuss: Overview of a 20-year longevity study Why vegetarians and vegans had lower odds of reaching 100 The risks of nutrient defi
In this episode we discuss: The role of microbial diversity in sleep quality and overall resilience Emerging research linking the microbiome to eye he
Explores the gut-brain connection, discussing inflammation, probiotics, and microbiome's role in mental health like depression.
Explores personalized vitamin D strategies, discussing testing, cofactors like magnesium, and optimal levels based on individual factors.
