
Optimization Academy with Dr. Greg Jones 79. Bicarbonate Buffering & Natural Allopathic Medicine: Dr. Mark Sircus on Healing Disease Naturally
The bicarbonate buffer system plays a critical role in the body’s ability to maintain pH, manage inflammation, and support cellular healing—and in this episode, Dr. Greg Jones sits down with Dr. Mark Sircus to explore how restoring this natural bicarbonate buffering system may help slow aging and support the body’s capacity to heal chronic disease. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, Dr. Sircus explains how Natural Allopathic Medicine integrates bicarbonate therapy with essential nutrients like magnesium and iodine to strengthen resilience and improve physiological function.
A pioneer in natural medicine, Dr. Sircus outlines why bicarbonate is far more than a household compound. He shares its potential applications in kidney health, metabolic regulation, athletic performance, and even as a supportive therapy in cancer care. Throughout the conversation, he challenges conventional medical assumptions while emphasizing safe, evidence-supported approaches people can explore with proper guidance.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how the bicarbonate buffer works, why pH balance matters, and how simple, accessible interventions may influence long-term wellness. Whether you're interested in integrative oncology, root-cause medicine, or natural therapies that complement conventional care, this conversation with Dr. Mark Sircus delivers a thoughtful, science-driven perspective on healing the body from the inside out.
📌 About Dr. Mark SircusDr. Mark Sircus, Ac., OMD, DM (P), is a distinguished doctor of oriental and pastoral medicine and the architect of Natural Allopathic Medicine. A prolific author, he distills complex medical concepts into accessible, scientifically grounded guidance. His work blends global medical traditions with modern physiology to address the root causes of disease.
🔗 Learn more about Dr. Mark SircusWebsite: https://drsircus.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drsircus/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsircus/ X: https://twitter.com/drsircus
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🔬 Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mark Sircus
03:00 The Journey to Root Cause Medicine
05:40 Natural Allopathic Medicine Explained
08:23 Bicarbonate: The Key to Health and Aging
10:49 Bicarbonate in Cancer Treatment
13:19 The Role of Bicarbonate in Kidney Health
16:09 Bicarbonate and Athletic Performance
18:47 Combining Bicarbonate with Other Therapies
21:23 The Importance of Magnesium and Iodine
24:11 Practical Applications of Bicarbonate Therapy
26:31 Final Thoughts and Advice
