>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary: In this episode of "Hormones, Metabolism, and You," Dr. Cassie Smith and guest Connie Siskowski, RN, PhD explore the challenges faced by children caring for chronically ill family members. They discuss the emotional, educational, and health impacts on young caregivers, the lack of recognition and support in schools, and the need for po...
Jun 22, 2025•42 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary: In this episode of "Hormones, Metabolism, and You," Dr. Cassie Smith and chronic fatigue expert Alex Howard explore the complex causes of chronic fatigue, including hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, immune dysfunction, trauma, and mindset. They discuss the importance of a holistic approach, emphasizing self-awareness, healthy boun...
Jun 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary:In this episode of "Hormones, Metabolism, and You," Dr. Cassie Smith, a functional medicine endocrinologist, recaps questions from a recent AMA (Ask Me Anything) session. She explains Hashimoto’s disease, highlighting the importance of addressing root causes beyond medication. Dr. Smith also discusses symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment ...
Jun 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary:In this episode of "Hormones, Metabolism, and You," Dr. Cassie Smith, who specializes in functional medicine endocrinology, teams up with Dr. Bruce Hoffman, an expert in integrative medicine, to delve into the crucial role that mitochondria play in chronic illnesses. They discuss how problems with mitochondria can lead to a range of hea...
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 5 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary:In this eye-opening episode of Hormones, Metabolism and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with air quality expert and founder of Jaspr, Mike Feldstein, to uncover the invisible health threat lurking in your home—your air. With a background in disaster restoration and indoor air quality consulting, Mike explains how poor indoor air can cau...
May 25, 2025•1 hr 1 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary:In this episode, Dr. Cassie Smith, a board-certified endocrinologist, discusses polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with Tallene Hacatoryan, a registered dietitian, and Sirak, who is a PCOS personal trainer, who co-host the podcast "A Cyster and Her Mister." They explore the prevalence, misdiagnosis, and four types of PCOS, emphasizing the...
May 18, 2025•1 hr 16 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary:In today’s episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Jordan Robertson, a physician and educator who has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between conventional and functional medicine. Dr. Robertson shares her insights on the critical issues facing clinicians, particularly in the realm of hormon...
May 11, 2025•1 hr 11 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary:In this powerhouse episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith is joined by Tamar Samuels, MS, RDN, co-founder of Culina Health, to unravel some of the most common nutrition myths and spotlight the transformative power of using food as medicine. From PCOS to menopause, hypothyroidism, and infertility, Tamar shares science...
May 04, 2025•1 hr 12 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< 🎙️ Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Cassie Smith interviews Madeline Lauf, Founder and CEO of Begin Health, a kids’ health company specializing in digestive health through prebiotic supplementation. Madeline shares her personal journey from the tech world to health entrepreneurship, the shocking truths about the infant formula industry, and why build...
Apr 27, 2025•56 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine<< In this eye-opening episode of Hormones, Metabolism and You, Dr. Cassie Smith speaks with renowned Lyme and toxin expert Dr. Jaban Moore about how hidden environmental toxins—like mold, lead, radium, and poor indoor air quality—can mimic perimenopausal symptoms and wreak havoc on mental health. Learn why anxiety, depression, and brain fog may not be “just ...
Apr 20, 2025•1 hr 5 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter<< Could your anxiety, depression, or brain fog actually be undiagnosed Lyme disease—not just menopause? In this eye-opening episode of Hormones, Metabolism and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Lyme-literate physician Dr. Myriah Hinchey to uncover the surprising overlap between Lyme disease and mental health symptoms in menopausal women. Many women are misdiagnosed or left without answers...
Apr 13, 2025•49 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter<< Are you worried about your child’s health? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Cassie Smith, a functional medicine expert, teams up with Dr. Elisa Song, a pediatric specialist and author of Healthy Kids, Happy Kids, to talk about how we can raise resilient, healthy kids in today’s world. With chronic conditions like eczema, asthma, ADHD, and anxiety on the rise, it’s more important than...
Apr 06, 2025•1 hr 14 min
In this powerhouse episode of Hormones, Metabolism & You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with the incomparable Dr. Tyna Moore—naturopathic physician, chiropractor, podcast host, and metabolic health disruptor—to dig deep into hormone health, microdosing GLP-1s, gut health, pain, muscle, alcohol, and more. This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever been confused by hormone therapy, overwhelmed by menopause symptoms, or curious about GLP-1s like semaglutide and tirzepatide. Dr. Tyna pulls no pun...
Mar 30, 2025•1 hr 29 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter<< In this episode, holistic endocrinologist Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Drew Ramsey, a board-certified psychiatrist and author. They dive into the growing issue of anxiety and depression, focusing on how nutrition and lifestyle choices can impact our mental health. Dr. Ramsey shares insights from his upcoming book, "Healing the Modern Brain," and stresses the importance of gut health...
Mar 23, 2025•1 hr 13 min
In this episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith welcomes Dr. Nathan Newman, a leading expert in stem cell science, beauty, and regenerative medicine. Dr. Newman is the pioneer behind the Stem Cell Lift, a revolutionary scar-free facelift technique. He shares groundbreaking insights on the power of stem cells—not just for aesthetics but for healing joints, autoimmune conditions, and skin rejuvenation. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🔬 Understanding Stem Cells & Their Po...
Mar 16, 2025•1 hr 17 min
In this episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Beth McDougall, a pioneer in integrative and functional medicine, to discuss the profound impact of hormones on brain health, anxiety, depression, and longevity. They dive deep into how bioidentical hormone therapy (HRT) not only supports cognitive function but also reduces all-cause mortality and improves quality of life. Dr. McDougall shares insights from the latest research on HRT, debunking myths about horm...
Mar 09, 2025•53 min•Ep. 49
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter<< About Sean Wells: Shawn Wells, MPH, RD, CISSN, FISSN, is a globally recognized nutritional biochemist, dietitian, and supplement formulator. Known as The World's Greatest Formulator, he has developed over 1,000 products and holds 40+ patents in the health and wellness industry. A best-selling author of The ENERGY Formula, Shawn’s work has been featured on major platforms like Forbes, NPR, ...
Mar 02, 2025•1 hr 11 min
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter<< TL;DR: In this episode of "Hormones, Metabolism, and You," Dr. Cassie Smith, who specializes in functional medicine and endocrinology, teams up with Dr. Audrey Wells, an expert in sleep medicine, to delve into how sleep significantly influences mental health. They talk about how common sleep disorders are in the U.S., affecting between 50 to 70 million people, and how these disorders can c...
Feb 23, 2025•56 min•Ep. 47
>>Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter<< TL:DR: In this episode of "Back to the Basics," Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with holistic plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Whitfield to chat about breast implant illness. Dr. Whitfield shares his personal journey, starting from his work in oncology to now focusing on breast implant illness. He talks about common symptoms like chronic inflammation, fatigue, and joint pain. Dr. Whitfield stresses t...
Feb 17, 2025•56 min•Ep. 46
**Want more information like this? Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s newsletter** TL;DR:In this episode, we dive into the effects of toxic chemicals, especially "forever chemicals" (PFAS), that are present in everyday items like smartwatches and cleaning products. Dr. Cassie Smith, who is a functional endocrinologist, is joined by Warren Phillips, also known as the "Nontoxic Dad." Warren shares his personal health journey and advocates for living with fewer toxins. The episode cove...
Feb 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 45
TL;DR: In this episode, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with thyroid expert McCall McPherson to chat about the intricate connection between hormones, thyroid health, and mental well-being during menopause. They dive into how hormonal shifts, especially the drop in estrogen, can affect thyroid function and bring about symptoms like weight gain, mood swings, and anxiety. McCall stresses the benefits of incorporating strength training, following a low-inflammatory diet, and practicing intermittent fasti...
Feb 02, 2025•53 min•Ep. 44
About Dr. Shivani Gupta - Dr. Shivani Gupta is a dedicated advocate for modern women’s health and wellbeing, bringing her expertise as a wife, mother of two, and Ayurvedic leader to her work. She understands the unique challenges women face in prioritizing self-care amidst the demands of a busy life. Recognizing that self-care has often been relegated to an unrealistic expectation on an endless to-do list, she has made it her mission to change that narrative. Dr. Gupta developed the revolutionar...
Jan 26, 2025•50 min•Ep. 43
About Jana Danielson - Bloom Better was born from my personal health journey of facing unanswered questions, ongoing discouragement, and watching the dreams of my heart fade into uncertainty. At 21 years old, I faced a personal health crisis as doctors fell short of supplying the answers, treatment, and care I so desperately needed, ultimately ruling my symptoms as “an act for attention.” At this point in my story, pelvic floor issues were only associated with women who had already had children ...
Jan 19, 2025•59 min
About Dr Adeel Khan, MD - CEO and Founder of Eterna Health Interventional Cell and GeneTherapy Specialist: Dr. Adeel Khan, MD, is a trailblazer in regenerative medicine, transforming how we think about health, longevity, and recovery. As a Canadian Board-Certified Physician, Dr. Khan has pioneered cutting-edge therapies using stem cells and peptides—modalities now making headlines around the globe. Recognized worldwide, Dr. Khan’s impact resonates among healthcare professionals, elite athletes, ...
Jan 12, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 41
In this heartfelt episode of "Back to the Basics," Dr. Cassie Smith takes us on a deeply personal and transformative journey through her experiences in 2024 with her practice, Modern Endocrine. With heartfelt honesty, she shares her initial sense of fulfillment, the hurdles she faced with the traditional insurance model, and the profound self-discovery that followed a life-changing couples retreat led by the insightful Coach Mike Burke. Dr. Smith passionately delves into the critical role of gut...
Jan 05, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 40
About Cynthia Thurlow: Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, two-time TEDx speaker, and author of the best-selling book "Intermittent Fasting Transformation." With a Bachelors of Arts in International Studies, a Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Masters of Science in Nursing (Johns Hopkins University), and Functional Nutrition Certifications with Advance Trainings in Endocrinology and Gastroenterology, Cynthia has been helping thousands of women for over 20 years through her 1:1 Programs, Inte...
Dec 29, 2024•57 min•Ep. 39
About My Guest: Sal Di Stefano is a fitness expert, entrepreneur, and co-host of the Mind Pump podcast. With over two decades of experience in personal training and fitness education, Sal is passionate about busting myths in the health industry and promoting sustainable, science-backed approaches to fitness. His expertise lies in helping people build muscle, improve metabolism, and develop healthy relationships with exercise and nutrition. Social Handles: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Summa...
Dec 22, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 38
About My Guest: Dr. Matt Bernstein is one of the leading voices in the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry. He trained as a psychiatry resident in Belmont, Massachusetts, where he served as chief resident. He was also a psychiatrist in charge and later served as an assistant medical director of a schizophrenia and bipolar inpatient unit. Dr. Bernstein developed his passion for community-based care as the chief medical officer of Ellenhorn, where he pursued alternative ways such as focusing on...
Dec 15, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 37
About My Guest: Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist focused on thyroid care. He is also a best-selling author whose recent titles include The Thyroid Reset Diet and The Metabolism Reset Diet. Dr. Christianson has been featured on countless media appearances including Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The Today Show. He is the founding president behind the Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians and The American College of Thyroidology. Social Handles: Web...
Dec 08, 2024•48 min•Ep. 36
About My Guest: Dr. Mark Gordon is the author of The Clinical Application of Interventional Medicine, which is recognized as a primer for the standards of care and assessment for interventional endocrinology. He is currently the medical director of CBS/Viacom Studios and the medical director of education for Assess Medical Laboratories. He has also participated in projects with HBO, ESPN, CNN, FOX, and Good Morning. Social Handles: Website Instagram Summary: In this episode of the #BackToThe...
Dec 01, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 35
