Almost 50% of kids today are diagnosed with a chronic condition. Let that sink in. Some studies state that children today are expected to have shorter lifespans than their parents for the first time in history. So what’s causing this disruption in our modern world… and how do we start with an integrative approach to care for our kids? Pediatric expert and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Song joins me on the show today to help us parents become MORE proactive. So no matter what our kids are ...
May 28, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 585
With so much health knowledge at our fingertips, it’s amazing that Americans are getting sicker every year. We’re more depressed. Our life expectancy is going down because we’re becoming infertile. So… what are we missing? Dr. Means joins me today to touch on shifting your perspective toward understanding an energy-centric nature of disease. More connection, and prioritizing good energy will help pave the way to a healthier future. Because good energy is the ultimate currency. Creating deep conn...
May 21, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 584
Through my years in functional medicine, I’ve unfortunately found that thousands of us have been misinformed when it comes to perimenopause and menopause. And menopause expert Dr. Haver agrees. That’s why she joins me today to dive into ALL the changes we can expect in our bodies during this midlife transition. Even our own doctors are confused about hormonal changes during menopause, so we often feel left in the dark when dealing with symptoms. Today, we shed light on what’s REALLY going on in ...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 583
Just a few pieces of chocolate won’t kill me, right? Trust me… we’ve all had this thought no matter where we are in our journey to ultimate health. But is it really the sugar you’re craving… or are you actually trying to satisfy a different unmet need? In today’s podcast, Sugar Freedom Expert Danielle Daem and I address the predominant root causes of sugar addiction– that you may have never realized. And trust me… we’re not here to tell you you can never have sugar again. We ARE realistic! But D...
May 07, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 582
If you’ve been following me long enough… you know how I preach that FOOD is so powerful. The right food nourishes our bodies, reduces inflammation, keeps biomarkers in range, and helps our bodies heal on a cellular level. But, more importantly… there’s some serious food to watch out for. Some of your favorite– even “healthy”– foods can have dangerous, damaging ingredients you may not be aware of. Don’t worry though– in today’s podcast we uncover the top 5 WORST types of food for metabolic health...
Apr 30, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 581
Raise your hand if you’re a woman who feels like you take care of everyone but yourself! Girl– we’re ALL guilty of it. That’s why I’ve invited NP Cynthia Thurlow on the podcast today to help us reframe this mindset. Once you reach midlife, perimenopause actually allows you to identify WHY it’s so important for you to focus on taking care of yourself. In this podcast, we dive into all the benefits of taking care of YOU– and how simple midlife lifestyle adjustments can make you feel your absolute ...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 580
Hormones don’t get the credit they deserve. Hormones are beautiful optimizers for our bodies and can be super beneficial in managing ALL kinds of disorders and diseases. Menopause expert and registered dietician Esther Blum joins me today to help YOU understand hormone replacement– so you’re empowered to advocate for yourself in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. Hormones have played a big part in her healing journey– optimizing her well-being, promoting her brain function, enhancing her mood...
Apr 16, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 579
Women should NOT be made to feel bad about wanting something better, right? That’s the case when it comes to hormones and hormonal birth control. Unfortunately– there’s a lot of fear and uncertainty that women– and even their doctors– have around hormone replacement and hormone options. Some doctors are still stuck in thinking that hormones like estrogen are dangerous. So my goal is to empower you to find a provider willing to listen to you– because hormone replacement can be CRUCIAL as you reac...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 578
Here’s a secret that’s not talked about these days… Carbs aren’t that bad for you! In fact, certain carbs are HUGE for providing fiber and supporting our gut health. So– why does the media always make carbs out to be the bad guy? Phoebe Lapine is an author and culinary expert who’s here today to dive into the importance of a balanced diet… yes, carbs included! But the key to remember is the SOURCE of your carb intake. You’ll walk away from this podcast feeling confident with healthy hacks to nou...
Apr 02, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 577
EPISODE SUMMARY More women die of osteoporosis fractures and their complications than ANY kind of cancer. So are YOU taking care of your bones, and giving your musculoskeletal system its best shot at success? Orthopedic expert Dr. Vonda Wright joins me today to address the neuromuscular-skeletal issues in women during perimenopause and menopause that profoundly impact our metabolic– and overall– health. If you’re hurting, struggling, losing muscle, or feeling weak– and you just don’t know what t...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 576
EPISODE SUMMARY What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger… An overused line, but girl– you know it’s true. Roxy Saffaie joins the podcast to inspire you to continue betting on yourself through challenging times to become the best version of YOU. In today’s podcast, we cover how to step into your highest power, create an unbreakable connection with your authentic self, and work towards becoming a self-mastery extraordinaire like Roxy is today. We unravel the truth about journaling and teach you ho...
Mar 19, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 575
EPISODE SUMMARY Dealing with frustrating mystery symptoms with no clear diagnosis? It happens to so many of us. The average woman sees 4 to 6 doctors before the correct diagnosis is made. And this unfortunately can take years of suffering for some. That’s why Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried joins me again today to help YOU take charge of your symptoms for good and find the answers you deserve. In this podcast, we address how trauma presents in the body and impacts your immune system– leading to autoimmu...
Mar 12, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 574
EPISODE SUMMARY Research tells us women are living longer… but are we living healthier? So many women struggle with midlife weight gain and poor metabolic health. The reason? Your hormones. I’ve heard countless women talk about gaining weight out of nowhere during perimenopause and menopause– despite continuing a healthy diet and exercise routine. But traditional approaches to weight loss often fail women in midlife because we're not looking at the full picture. In this podcast, you’ll learn abo...
Mar 11, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 573
EPISODE SUMMARY Most women don't even realize they’ve reached perimenopause until they’re already deep into it. You may feel depleted and exhausted. You may experience brain fog. Or you may have frustrating physical symptoms that you just can’t pinpoint. If this is the case for you in midlife, you could be in perimenopause. Over 24 million women in the US are going through perimenopause right now! So… are you ready to find out if you’re one of them? In this podcast, we unravel the truth about pe...
Mar 05, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 572
EPISODE SUMMARY When was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone? Trust me… I KNOW how much we enjoy the safety of our routines. But when you live in a life of too much comfort, you end up limiting your own growth. Don’t worry– Lindsay Schwartz joins me on the podcast today to help you uncover the dream version of yourself so you can feel confident taking those bigger risks you’ve been thinking about. We talk about everyday tools you can try ASAP to help you gain trust in yourself, em...
Feb 27, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 571
EPISODE SUMMARY Calling all my midlife women… Are you frustrated dealing with urine leaks now and then? How about vaginal dryness? Or discomfort with sex? We often hear those dreaded words… “It’s just a normal part of aging” But ladies… this does NOT have to be true! Dr. Sara Reardon is a pelvic floor therapy expert, and she’s here to guide us to resolving these so-called “midlife symptoms” for good. In this podcast, you’ll learn exactly what you can do [easily and from HOME!] to strengthen your...
Feb 20, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 570
EPISODE SUMMARY Ladies… take a good look at your love life. Are you holding back? Less satisfied in the bedroom? Worried your sex drive will never come back? Trust me, I know these topics can be hard to talk about. But opening up about sex with your partner can be a complete game-changer for your relationship. Married couple Vanessa and Xander Marin join me today to help YOU uncover what’s holding you back in your relationship. You’ll learn exactly how to feel a deeper connection to your partner...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 569
Hate to break it to you ladies… but once you hit your 40s, you just can't eat and live the way you did in your 20s and 30s. Everything changes. Instead of focusing on weight loss, we need to meet our bodies where they’re at and turn the focus on metabolic health and strength. One of the best ways to feel healthier in your changing body is through fasting. Functional medicine expert Dr. Tabatha Barber joins me today to explain how fasting is the key to optimal health in your 40s and beyond. In th...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 568
Why is it that some nights when we’re the most exhausted– our bodies just refuse to go to sleep? If you’re sick of the tossing and turning, I have a solution for you. Dr. Peter Martone joins me today to talk all about the best tools for a good night’s sleep. And some of his tips may surprise you! There’s more that you need to consider all day long to ensure the best sleep possible. Because without good sleep, we end up functioning in total zombie mode. (I know you know the feeling!) So don’t mis...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 567
Overwhelm was once my default mode. And through the chaos in our lives, I KNOW you’ve felt your share of overwhelm, too. But guess what? Now… I DON’T. DO. OVERWHELM. Ladies– this is possible! My life has drastically improved since this became my mantra. Here’s the thing, you can change your health and your LIFE when you get crystal clear on how you want to feel. Once you have your feelings in place… you just have to take ACTION. Wondering how? In this podcast, you’ll learn exactly how I’ve overc...
Jan 25, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 566
Do you want to feel more alive? Feel more pleasure in your body? Be more connected to your LIFE? With how much we have on our plates as women, sometimes it feels like we’re losing ourselves. But I brought my friend Alexi on the show today to guide us on reclaiming our aliveness. And trust me, you won’t want to miss this. Reclaiming yourself starts in your nervous system. But you have to know HOW to tap into it to truly connect to your deepest self. Girl, you deserve this. It’s time for you to fe...
Jan 23, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 565
It’s never too late to live the life of your dreams. I’ve been in a rut with my health before. And there were times when I’d end up flat on my face, again and again, not making any progress. But once I did something radically different, it changed my entire life– and most importantly my health. This process has gotten me through countless diseases, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disorders, and most recently– a brain injury. But I’ve come out healthier than I ever could’ve imagined. If you’re ready ...
Jan 16, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 564
We all have the ability to regulate our entire nervous system with just one thing… our breath. Yes, your BREATH alone can be the drug your body needs to create huge transformations. Breathwork expert Samantha Skelly joins me today to dive deep into how breathwork has saved her a few times, and why it’s so important to teach the world to BREATHE. Her App Pause Breathwork is designed to open your body up to more energy in a trauma-informed way to quickly relieve anxiety and stress. Breathwork has ...
Jan 09, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 563
Your gut is linked to everything. From your immune system to your skin, to your mood and emotions. So how do you heal your gut to optimize your overall health? Functional medicine expert Dr. Cole joins me on today’s podcast to dive into your gut-mind-body connection. He discusses how the relationship between your head and your gut microbiome can be disrupted– and even severely damaged. Gut Feelings, he’s here to help you repair your gut to feel your best! Don’t miss this podcast where you can ta...
Jan 02, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 562
Who isn’t on the quest for younger-looking skin? Today, women are spending way too much time and money searching for what skin-care treatments work best. Dr. Anthony Youn is a top plastic surgeon and a leader in the field of holistic skin care. And he’s on my podcast today to teach us ways to turn back our clocks so we can look 10 years younger holistically! Dr. Youn discusses how balancing your hormones, managing your blood sugar, and staying active… combined with the right supplements and the ...
Dec 26, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 561
With the holidays approaching, almost all of us will share one thing in common– spending time with family. For some, family makes it the best time of year. But for a lot of others, family brings emotional triggers or unwanted feelings from the past. Family and Marriage therapist Vienna Pharaon joins me today to talk about how healing your wounds from the past creates space for healthier relationships to come. We discuss how old family dysfunctions can manifest in your adult behaviors in surprisi...
Dec 19, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 560
Have you heard of fatty liver disease? Believe it or not, fatty liver disease has become one of the most widespread chronic conditions in the US– affecting 80 to 100 MILLION people! Fatty liver disease occurs when fat builds up in your liver, leading to inflammation. It’s often a precursor for metabolic syndrome and other chronic issues, too. And unfortunately– post-menopausal women are more likely to get it than men. As women, our hormones are declining into menopause, so we’re at greater risk ...
Dec 12, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 559
I don’t know about you, but I love the holidays… Yet it can STILL be a real trigger fest for me! Between the planning, shopping, family time, parties, travel, PLUS all the usual day-to-day duties, there is a LOT to deal with… Catch today’s shortie for 5 easy ways to reduce your stress levels, stay feeling good, and enjoy the holiday season just like you deserve. :) Check out Dr. Mariza's 14-Day Detox Program here >>>
Dec 05, 2023•15 min
You may be told that symptoms, pain, or physical frustrations you’re dealing with are just normal parts of aging. But that doesn’t have to be the case! Women are hitting menopause or having menopausal-like symptoms much earlier than ever before. Yet, it's being disregarded. It’s hard for women to find a practitioner who will recommend hormone supplementation or support. Dr. Tyna joins my podcast today to talk about her thoughts on hormone replacement therapies for optimizing metabolic health. An...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 558
When you hit perimenopause, your body goes through all kinds of physical changes. But what about mental and emotional changes? So many women reaching this point don’t recognize that their mood swings and rage are a totally normal part of entering menopause. I invited Dr. Felcie Gersh on the show today to discuss female hormones and mental health, and how hormone replacement therapy can help. Hormone replacement has tons of benefits– even for women in the perimenopause transition. So why wait unt...
Nov 21, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 557
