Functional Medicine with Dr. Var: Reset Your Health, Reclaim Your Life

About Functional Medicine with Dr. Var: Reset Your Health, Reclaim Your Life

Better Medicine with Dr. Var is a science-grounded health podcast that brings together conventional, functional, integrative, lifestyle, and obesity medicine to help you understand why your body feels off — and what actually helps. Hosted by Dr. Var, a triple board-certified physician(Family, Obesity, Lifestyle Medicine) with advanced training in functional and integrative medicine, this podcast is for people who are tired of being told “your labs are normal” while they still feel exhausted, inflamed, foggy, or stuck. Each episode breaks down complex health topics — hormones, metabolism, gut health, inflammation, brain health, weight resistance, and longevity — into clear, practical insights you can use to have better conversations with your healthcare provider and make informed choices about your health. This is not about rejecting medicine. It’s about doing medicine better — by addressing root causes, honoring individual biology, and treating the whole person instead of just managing symptoms. Educational only. Always work with your healthcare provider.

Publisher

Varsha Nagarsenker MD, DiABFM, DiABOM, DiABLM, IFMCP, MSCP

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Sept 2025

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

63 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Probiotic Supplements or Fermented Foods: Which Is Better?

   Should you take a probiotic supplement, or can fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, kimchi, and sauerkraut give you the same benefits? The answer depends on what you're trying to accomplish. In this episode of Better Medicine with Dr. Var, I break down the differences between probiotic supplements and fermented foods, how they affect your gut microbiome, and when one might be more beneficial than the other. You'll learn: How fermented foods support gut health, immune function, and inflammation Why not all fermented foods contain live beneficial bacteria When specific probiotic strains may help with antibiotic-associated diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) What to look for when choosing a probiotic supplement Who should be cautious about taking probiotics The bottom line: Supporting your gut health isn't about taking the most supplements. It's about choosing the right approach for your individual needs. 🎁 Download my FREE Gut Health Restoration Guide: https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/5r-gut-freebie (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/5r-gut-freebie) 🎁 Download my FREE Cortisol Reset Habit Tracker: https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/cortisol-reset-habit-tracker (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/cortisol-reset-habit-tracker) 🎁 Download your FREE Symptom Tracker here https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/symptom-tracker (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/symptom-tracker) Medical Disclaimer This is not medical advice, and I am not your doctor. Watching my videos does not create a doctor–patient relationship with me. All content on this channel is for general educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment, and it should not be used to self-diagnose or replace guidance from your healthcare provider. Do not make changes to your diet, lifestyle, medications, or supplements without first consulting your physician or another qualified health professional. Always seek the advice of a licensed provider with any questions about your health, and never ignore or delay professional medical advice because of something you’ve seen here.

2. 

   8 Oct 2026

   This Habit Could Be Ruining Your Fasting Results

   If intermittent fasting isn't giving you the results you expected, the problem may not be your fasting window. It may be this daily habit that you are doing every day. In this video, Dr. Var explains 4 ways this daily habit could be interfering with your weight loss results from intermittent fasting. Subscribe for weekly podcasts on health topics from Functional/Integrative/Lifestyle Medicine perspective. 🎁 Download my FREE Gut Health Restoration Guide: https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/5r-gut-freebie (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/5r-gut-freebie) 🎁 Download my FREE Cortisol Reset Habit Tracker: https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/cortisol-reset-habit-tracker (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/cortisol-reset-habit-tracker) 🎁 Download your FREE Symptom Tracker here https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/symptom-tracker (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/symptom-tracker) Medical Disclaimer This is not medical advice, and I am not your doctor. Watching my videos does not create a doctor–patient relationship with me. All content on this channel is for general educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment, and it should not be used to self-diagnose or replace guidance from your healthcare provider. Do not make changes to your diet, lifestyle, medications, or supplements without first consulting your physician or another qualified health professional. Always seek the advice of a licensed provider with any questions about your health, and never ignore or delay professional medical advice because of something you’ve seen here.

3. 

   7 Oct 2026

   5 Food Worsening Perimenopause Symptoms (Doctor Explains)

   Could some of the foods you eat every day be making menopause symptoms worse? In this episode, Dr. Var shares five foods that may contribute to hot flashes, poor sleep, weight gain, blood sugar swings, and inflammation. 🎁 Download my FREE Gut Health Restoration Guide: https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/5r-gut-freebie (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/5r-gut-freebie) 🎁 Download my FREE Cortisol Reset Habit Tracker: https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/cortisol-reset-habit-tracker (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/cortisol-reset-habit-tracker) 🎁 Download your FREE Symptom Tracker here https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/symptom-tracker (https://varsha-nagarsenker.mykajabi.com/symptom-tracker) Medical Disclaimer This is not medical advice, and I am not your doctor. Watching my videos does not create a doctor–patient relationship with me. All content on this channel is for general educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment, and it should not be used to self-diagnose or replace guidance from your healthcare provider. Do not make changes to your diet, lifestyle, medications, or supplements without first consulting your physician or another qualified health professional. Always seek the advice of a licensed provider with any questions about your health, and never ignore or delay professional medical advice because of something you’ve seen here.

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