Reversing Chronic Disease: Food, Stress, Autoimmunity & the Ozempic Debate- Dr Chidi

Dr. Chidy joins The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show to unpack what it really takes to reverse chronic disease using meals, movement, and mindset. The conversation covers autoimmune conditions and the “root cause” concept (including leaky gut and immune triggers), why vitamin D is a non-negotiable (especially in darker climates), and what Dr. Chiddy sees as the most sustainable path to healing: a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle.

They also tackle controversial topics like carnivore/keto claims, why some people feel better short-term on restrictive plans, and why Dr. Chidy believes Ozempic/Wegovy come with risks that aren’t being taken seriously. The biggest thread running through the episode: hope isn’t fluffy—it’s practical, and the body can change when inputs change.

What You’ll Learn

• The 3-part framework Dr. Chiddy uses to find the root cause: meals, movement, mindset

• Why autoimmune disease often links back to gut permeability (“leaky gut”) and immune cross-reactions

• The top common triggers Dr. Chiddy removes first: dairy, refined sugar, meat (and sometimes wheat)

• Why vitamin D matters for immune balance—especially in northern climates

• Dr. Chiddy’s approach to reversing type 2 diabetes (including why beans aren’t the enemy)

• Why plant-based eating is the only approach he’s seen that stays holistic across the whole body

• The role of stress, forgiveness, and self-compassion in healing chronic illness

• Why “quick fixes” can rob you of the growth and healing journey

• Dr. Chiddy’s concerns about Ozempic/Wegovy and the bigger picture of the obesity crisis

  • Dr. Chiddy: drchidi.com

  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/drchidimd/

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