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SHE Talks Health | Thyroid Health Tips, Functional Medicine, Hashimoto's, Hypothyroidism, Gut Health, Hormones, Holistic Heal
SHE Talks Health is a podcast for women interested in wellness and women's health. It provides clarity on widespread health issues such as infertility, chronic illnesses like endometriosis and Hashimoto's, female libido, hormonal fluctuations, birth control, and mental health. The show offers practical nutrition and holistic lifestyle advice, and features interviews with leaders in Functional Medicine to help women understand and address their symptoms.
Episodes
Episode 185: We're Taking a Break! But We'll Be Back...
While we're on hiatus, we invite you to go back to old episodes you may have missed, or listen to your favorite episodes all over again. We've covered some great topics over the years with some great guests, and that's not going to change — it's only going to get better! If there are any topics you'd like us to cover after our season break, I encourage you to DM me on Instagram @shetalkshealth, or
Ep. 185: Hormone Replacement Therapy Is Back On The Table: What Every Woman Should Know with Deanna Woodroffe | Perimenopause | HRT | Hormone Balancing | Menopause | Hashimoto’s
Are you confused about hormone replacement therapy and knowing which hormones your body actually needs? How can you navigate perimenopause and menopause symptoms, bioidentical hormones, progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone without feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting information?In this episode, I’m joined by women’s health nurse practitioner Deanna Woodroffe, who has been working with b
Ep. 184: How Chronic Stress Impacts Your Hormones, Thyroid Health, and Adrenals with Dr. Andrew Neville | Hashimoto’s | Bucket Theory | Adrenal Fatigue | Fight or Flight | Stress and Thyroid
Are you struggling with adrenal fatigue, chronic stress, blood sugar imbalances, or symptoms that seem to get worse no matter what you do? Could an overwhelmed stress response system be affecting your thyroid health, hormones, energy, sleep, metabolism, and ability to heal?In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Andrew Neville to take a deeper look at what we commonly call “adrenal fatigue” and what’s
Ep. 183: Should I Take Thyroid Medication? What Women With Hashimoto’s Need To Know with Dr. Jen Mann, ND | Thyroid Health | Thyroid Medication | Holistic Medicine | Tests For Hashimoto’s
Struggling with Hashimoto’s or hypothyroidism and wondering whether thyroid medication could actually help you feel better? How do you know which thyroid labs to test, whether you need T3 or T4, and if medication belongs in your thyroid healing journey?In this episode, I’m sitting down with Dr. Jen Mann, a naturopathic doctor who understands this struggle on a deeply personal level. Jen and I both
Ep. 182: New Hope for Relief from Interstitial Cystitis, Chronic UTIs, and Thyroid Issues with Heather Florio | IC Relief | Chronic UTIs | Bladder Pain | Desert Harvest | Aloe Vera | Hashimoto’s |
Are you struggling with recurrent UTIs, bladder pain, or interstitial cystitis and wondering why the symptoms keep coming back? Could aloe vera, hormone support, and new approaches to women’s pelvic health offer better options for UTI prevention and chronic bladder symptoms?In this episode, I’m joined by Heather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest and a leading advocate for women’s pelvic health. We’re
Ep. 181: One Call Could Uncover the Missing Pieces to Your Hypothyroidism | HTMA Test | Thyroid Breakthrough Call | Hashimoto’s | Hypothyroidism | Histamine | Gut Health | Stress
Are you struggling with hypothyroidism symptoms even though you're eating well and doing everything "right"? Could hidden issues like histamine intolerance, adrenal dysfunction, gut health, or stress be preventing your thyroid from healing?In this episode, I want to take you behind the scenes of one of my real Thyroid Breakthrough Calls and show you how I approach complex thyroid cases. I walk you
Ep. 180: Everything You Need To Know About HRT Before Menopause Starts with Dr. Cathleen Brown | HRT | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Perimenopause | Menopause | Hormone Health
Are you wondering if hormone replacement therapy is actually safe? Could hormone changes be affecting your weight, thyroid, heart health, and energy long before menopause officially begins?This week, I'm joined by board-certified OBGYN and menopause specialist Dr. Cathleen Brown to answer some of the biggest questions women have about perimenopause, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy. Many
Ep. 179: How HTMA Testing Can Take the Guesswork Out of Your Health Journey | HTMA Test | Mineral Testing | Mineral Balancing | Hashimoto’s | Hypothyroidism |
Have you been told your thyroid labs are "normal" but you still struggle with fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain? Could a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) uncover hidden mineral imbalances that are keeping your Hashimoto's or hypothyroidism symptoms from improving?In this episode, I'm taking you through a real client success story so you can see exactly how I use HTMA testing to connect the do
Ep. 178: The Real Reason Why Breaking Emotional Eating Habits Feels Impossible with Amber Romaniuk | Binge Eating | Disordered Eating Patterns | Emotional Eating | Food Addiction | Nervous System Healing
How do you break free from emotional eating, binge eating, or food addiction when willpower isn't enough? Could hormone imbalances, nervous system dysregulation, childhood experiences, and hidden emotional triggers be the real reasons you're struggling with food?In this episode, I sit down with Amber Romaniuk to explore the real differences between emotional eating, binge eating, bulimia, and food
Ep. 177: MCAS and Histamine Intolerance: What’s the Difference? with Heather Orrichio | MCAS | Histamine Intolerance | Autoimmune Conditions | Thyroid and Histamine |
Could histamine intolerance be the missing piece behind your anxiety, insomnia, PMS, or gut symptoms? How do you know whether you're dealing with histamine intolerance, MCAS, or a deeper root cause that needs a different approach?In this episode, I sat down with histamine and MCAS expert Heather Oricchio to talk about one of the most misunderstood topics in women's health. We unpacked the differen
Ep. 176: What I Learned About The Standard American Diet From A Trip To Europe | Gluten Intolerance | Hashimoto’s | GMO Foods | Glyphosate | EU Food Regulations | Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma |
Why does bread in Europe not bother your gut the way it does in the United States — and what does glyphosate have to do with Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism, and other serious health conditions? If wheat and dairy trigger inflammation, fatigue, anxiety, or loose stools at home, why can they feel totally fine abroad? In this episode, I share what happened when I recently spent two weeks in Spain and Po
Ep. 175: Your Genetics Are Talking To You, Here’s How To Listen with Dr. Sam Shay | Genetics | Genetics Testing | Diet and Genes | Inflammation | Chronic Illness
Can genetics explain chronic gut issues, thyroid symptoms, inflammation, and why one person can “eat poorly” and feel fine while another does everything right and still struggles? What if your best diet depends on your genetic carb tolerance, plus things like caffeine and histamine sensitivity?On this episode of the She Talks Health Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Sam Shay to talk about how functiona
Ep. 174: Your Chronic Fatigue and Brain Fog Might Be A Dysregulated Nervous System with Miguel Bautista | Nervous System Regulation | Chronic Fatigue Syndrome | Healthy Habits | Nervous System Health |
Can nervous system regulation help chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and long COVID symptoms like brain fog, crashes, and fatigue? What if the root issue is a hypersensitive nervous system stuck in survival mode rather than another protocol you need to stack?On this episode of the She Talks Health Podcast, I sat down with Miguel Bautista, founder of CFS Recovery, to talk about nervous system-driven c
Ep. 173: 6 Things My Dad’s Open Heart Surgery Taught Me About Healthy Aging | Heart Disease | Heart-Thyroid Connection | Hashimoto's | Triple Bypass | Epigenetics |
How are hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s related to your risk of having high cholesterol and heart disease? What symptoms have you normalized that might actually be your body asking for help?In this Thyroid Thursday episode, I share what recently happened when my Dad landed in the hospital and ultimately needed open-heart surgery for a triple bypass after doctors found major arterial blockages. This
Ep. 172: Trust the Tiny: Small Habits That Make Big Changes for Autoimmune Outcomes | Habit Building | Nervous System | Autoimmunity | Healthy Habits | Autoimmune Coaching
Can mindset and habit change improve autoimmune disease outcomes like Hashimoto’s and multiple sclerosis? Why is consistency so hard with chronic illness and fluctuating energy, and how do you build healthy habits that actually stick?On this episode of the She Talks Health Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Amy Behimer, a doctor of pharmacy-turned autoimmune health coach, to talk about why the chronic,
Ep. 171: Your Hashimoto’s Symptoms Could Actually Be Caused By Leaky Gut | Thyroid Health | Leaky Gut | Autoimmunity | Hashimotos | Root Cause |
Why do so many women with Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism still feel exhausted, bloated, anxious, and foggy even when their labs look “normal” on thyroid medication? How do leaky gut, SIBO, H. pylori, parasites, chronic stress, and even gluten connect to thyroid inflammation and autoimmune flares? In this week’s Thyroid Thursday episode, I lay out what I see every week in my practice: women doing “
Ep 170: These Nervous System Regulators Can Change Your Relationship With Food with Sherry Shaban | Diet Culture | Nervous System | Fight or Flight | Women’s Health | Hormone Imbalance | Hunger & Hormones
Are you dealing with thyroid symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, constipation, and depression, and still feeling out of control around food? How does nervous system regulation affect cravings, cortisol, insulin, sleep, and hormones, especially if you’re in fight or flight mode around dieting and exercising?This week on the She Talks Health podcast, I sat down with Sherry Shaban from Make Peace Wit
Ep. 169: Functional Medicine Red Flags: 5 Things To Look For In a Functional Medicine Practitioner | Thyroid Health | Root Cause Healing | Chronic Illness | Holistic Health |
How do you choose a functional practitioner for thyroid health you can actually trust? What should you ask before paying for functional lab testing for gut issues like SIBO, food sensitivities, and hormone imbalance? In this Thyroid Thursday episode, I shared why I’ve been seeing so many women feel deeply let down after investing in “root cause” care, especially when they’re handed confusing resul
Ep. 168: Uncomplicating Wellness in a Sea of Women’s Health Advice with Jenn Trepeck | Wellness Culture | Nutrition News | Health Coach | Women’s Health | Bio Stacking | Hypothyroidism
How do you know what health advice to follow when you’re fatigued, bloated, constipated, and overwhelmed by TikTok, Instagram, and conflicting provider opinions? Are biohacks like cold plunges, red light, and endless supplements actually helping—or are you missing the foundational “bio stack” that makes everything work?In this episode of the She Talks Health podcast, I sat down with Jen Trepeck, a
Ep 167: Decoding the New Food Pyramid For Hashimoto’s and Thyroid Problems | Food Pyramid | Nutrition Guidelines | Health Literacy | Nutrition Headlines |
Are you confused by the new food pyramid and wondering what it means for your thyroid, gut health, and metabolic health? How do you sort through nutrition headlines without adding your own bias? In this solo episode, I share a little about how I like to think about new nutrition news — why you can’t just read the headline, why bias (including industry funding and our own preferences) matters, and
Ep. 166: Women’s Weight Loss Resistance Isn’t “Just a Hormone Issue” with Terry Tateossian | Weight Loss | Diet & Exercise | Metabolism 35+ | Sustainable Weight Loss | Perimenopause and Weight Loss
How do you lose weight in perimenopause without extreme dieting? Are macros, strength training, and cellular health the missing pieces for women over 35 who feel stuck? In this episode of the She Talks Health podcast, I sat down with Terry Tateossian from House of Rose Retreats and coaching to share her comeback story—from being a busy mom 80 lbs overweight to realizing she’d entered perimenopause
Ep. 165: I Tried (and Failed) to Detox From Mold Exposure: My Mold Detox Story Part 3 | Mold symptoms | Mold Detox | MARCoNS | Gut Health | H. Pylori |
How do you know when mold detox symptoms are a normal part of the process versus a sign you need to slow down? What should you do if mold detox triggers fatigue, low HRV, and gut issues?This is part 3 of my mold detox story, where I share what happened when I started detoxing from mold, and how I had to adjust when things didn’t go as I planned them.In this episode, I talk about the difference bet
Ep. 164: Weight Loss for Women 35+: Stop Undereating and Overexercising with Ashley Fillmore | Weight Loss | Diet & Exercise | Metabolism 35+ | Metabolic Fix | Sustainable Weight Loss | Perimenopause and Weight Loss
Why can’t I lose weight after 35? Can exercising more and eating less still cause weight gain? How much should I really be eating and exercising?This week, I welcomed metabolic health expert Ashley Fillmore to talk about metabolic health for women over 35 and the framework she uses to help women achieve sustainable body composition goals. She also shares her personal experience with body dysmorphi
Ep. 163: I Tried (and Failed) to Detox From Mold Exposure: My Mold Detox Story Part 2 | Mold symptoms | Mold Exposure | MARCoNS | MCAS
In this episode of the She Talks Health podcast, I’m continuing with the second part of my personal journey dealing with mold illness. In the last episode, we covered how I realized I had been exposed to mold, the tests I did to confirm it, and the symptoms I experienced that led to my discovery.This week, I revisit the onset of my symptoms, ranging from anxiety and insomnia, fatigue, sleep proble
Ep. 162: Stop Stress and Overwhelm in its Tracks: Why Biofeedback is the Holistic Therapy You Didn’t Know You Needed with Dana Hargus
In this episode:[2:32] What pushed Dana to explore biofeedback as a holistic therapy option for her son and clients[9:15] What is biofeedback and how does it work?[15:50] How biofeedback clears a path for the brain to accept new, healthier habits and behaviors[17:55] How long do the benefits of biofeedback last after you stop?[21:37] What habits can we adopt to help biofeedback be even more effect
Ep. 161: I Tried (and Failed) to Detox From Mold Exposure: My Mold Detox Story Part 1
In This Episode: [1:45] Why I’m starting this mold detox series — my mold detox story[3:30] The symptoms I experienced during and after mold exposure[8:45] Finding my mold exposure root cause and the tests I ran to identify it[11:20] Getting to the bottom of my adrenal depletion and mold toxin load[15:30] Beginning the mold detox and mineral rebalancing process[18:18] How long does it really
Ep. 160: The Candida Connection: How Candida Overgrowth Affects the Thyroid and How to Fix It with Dr. Michael Biamonte
In This Episode: [4:40] How Dr. Biamonte became “The Candida King”[7:15] Why probiotics make Candida symptoms worse[10:00] Nutrients that actually feed the growth of Candida[12:25] Candida and copper[14:13] What triggers Candida overgrowth, and how to test for it[19:00] Address Candida first, then tackle other co-factors[22:25] When to test for mercury[23:28] Rotating antifungals in the Candida de
Ep. 159: Season 3 Finale: What's Next, Mold Updates & Last Call for Genetic Detox
This is the Season 3 finale.I'm wrapping up the year and reflecting on what we covered this season, including the Mineral Series, thyroid deep dives, and guests like Dr. Carolyn Dean, Kim Rodgers, and Amber White.I also share what's ahead for season 4, including Michael Biamonte coming on to talk about Candida research and my own deep dive into mold toxicity - what I tested, what didn't work, and
Ep. 158: Understanding Anxiety Through the Makaranda Method with Eleanor Evans Medina
This episode is a deeply grounding conversation with Eleanor Evans Medina, creator of the Makaranda Method.We explore a different way of understanding anxiety - one that goes beyond mindset and looks at how stress and emotional overwhelm show up in the body. Eleanor shares how learning to listen to the body can create more clarity, steadiness, and a sense of safety over time.This conversation is a
Ep. 157: The Mineral Connection to Thyroid Health with Dr. Carolyn Dean
In this episode, Sophie chats with Dr. Carolyn Dean, the OG expert on magnesium and mineral health. They break down why so many women feel exhausted, anxious, foggy, or “off” hormonally and how a lot of it actually comes back to simple mineral deficiencies.Dr. Dean also shares why most magnesium supplements don’t work well, what to look for instead, and how minerals play a much bigger role in thyr
Ep. 156: Understanding Your Detox Genes: How Genetics Affect Your Health w/ Erika Gray (co-founder of Toolbox Genomics)
Sophie sits down with Erika Gray, co-founder of Toolbox Genomics, to break down how your genes affect detoxification, your ability to clear hormones, toxins, histamine, caffeine, and more.They talk about what happens when detox pathways run too fast or too slow, why environment matters just as much as genetics, and how understanding your unique blueprint can make detox and supplementation actually
Ep. 155: How I'm Doing Black Friday (Without the Gross Sales Tactics)
In this episode, Sophie shares how she's approaching Black Friday and Cyber Monday differently this year - no manufactured urgency, no countdown timers, no "buy now or regret it forever" energy. Just real offers to make her work more accessible.She's never really done Black Friday before because it always felt icky. But this year, she realized these sales events can be about making meaningful supp
Ep. 154: Thyroid Thursday Part 6: The 3 Foundational Labs Every Woman with Thyroid Issues Needs
In this episode of SHE Talks Health, Sophie Shepherd wraps up her Thyroid Thursday mini-series by breaking down the three foundational labs she believes every woman should start with:Functional Blood Chemistry Panel – uncover nutrient deficiencies, thyroid markers, and inflammation with tighter functional ranges.GI Map Stool Test – detect pathogens, gut inflammation, and gluten sensitivity.HTMA (H
Ep. 153: How a Viral Parasite Cleanse Sparked a Natural Health Movement w/ Kim Rogers (CEO of Parafy)
Former western-medicine educator Kim Rogers went viral after documenting her personal parasite cleanse — and it sparked a movement.Now CEO of Parafy, Kim joins Sophie to talk about her journey from illness to mushrooms to parasites… and how cleansing changed her life.You’ll learn: • Common parasite symptoms • Why parasites are more common than we think • How Kim built Parafy + her parasite protoco
Ep. 152: Thyroid Thursday Part 5: Nourish to Thrive — The Nutrition Blueprint for Thyroid Health
Feeling tired, foggy, or stuck in survival mode? Your nutrition may be the missing piece.In this episode, Sophie breaks down how to eat for thyroid healing — without restriction or confusion. Learn how carbs, protein, fat, and key minerals all work together to help your thyroid thrive.🎧 Topics Covered:Blood sugar balance for thyroid healthThe role of carbs in T3 hormone productionProtein + collage
Ep. 151: Simplifying Health in a Busy World with Ariana Hakman
How do you make health simple again?This week, Sophie talks with Ariana Hakman, founder of Luna Fit, about her mission to simplify fitness, nutrition, and mindset for busy women. They discuss:The 5 key habits that transform healthHow technology and AI can personalize wellnessBuilding sustainable health without the all-or-nothing mindset💧 Hydrate. Move. Rest. Nourish. Repeat.🎧 Tune in now and learn
Ep. 150: Thyroid Thursday Part 4: What No One Told You About Hormones + Thyroid Health
Are your hormones secretly sabotaging your thyroid?In this Thyroid Thursday, Sophie Shepherd explains how stress, cortisol, estrogen, and progesterone all affect thyroid function — and how you can restore balance naturally.You’ll learn: ✨ Why stress lowers progesterone and blocks thyroid function ✨ How estrogen dominance worsens fatigue and autoimmunity ✨ The role of liver detox, sleep, and breath
Ep. 149: The Oral Health–Thyroid Connection: What Your Mouth Says About Your Hormones with Amber White
Your mouth tells a story — and it’s not just about your teeth.Join Sophie Shepherd and Amber White, a biological dentistry expert, as they explore the link between oral health, hormone balance, and thyroid function.Learn about:How gum and tongue symptoms reflect deeper imbalancesThe truth about root canals and mercury fillingsHow the oral microbiome influences your entire bodyListen in for practic
Ep. 148: Migraines vs. Headaches: Root Causes, Hormones & Healing with Diane Ducarme
Migraines are not “just headaches.” In this episode, Sophie Shepherd talks with migraine expert Diane Ducarme about the root causes of migraines, how stress and hormones play a role, and practical tips for relief. Learn why liver health, gut balance, and stress management are critical — and discover the Migraine Heroes app for personalized support.Learn more about Sophie’s SHE Thrives Program for
Ep. 147: Thyroid Thursday Part 3 - Thyroid Health Beyond Food: Sunlight, Detox & Circadian Reset
Sophie Shepherd explores how sunlight, circadian rhythm, detoxification, and environmental exposures influence thyroid health.Key takeaways:Morning sunlight balances cortisol & thyroid hormones.Blue light disrupts melatonin, sleep, and thyroid recovery.Water filtration reduces fluoride, chlorine & toxin stress.Lymphatic, kidney & liver health are vital for detox & hormone conversio
Ep. 146: Thyroid Thursday Part 2: The Top Supplements for Thyroid Health (And How to Use Them Wisely)
Sophie Shepherd shares the most important supplements for supporting thyroid health—including selenium, magnesium, B vitamins, iodine, zinc, and protein. Learn how these nutrients impact thyroid hormone production, stress resilience, and energy, and why personalized testing and guidance are key. This episode is packed with practical insights and natural support strategies for women with Hashimoto’
Ep. 145: What Your Doctor Might Be Missing About Thyroid Testing with Dr. Brittany Henderson
In this episode, I’m joined by endocrinologist Dr. Brittany Henderson to talk about full thyroid panels, reverse T3, and what your labs may be missing. We unpack:Why most conventional panels fall shortThe overlooked importance of reverse T3How inflammation, toxins, and gut health affect thyroid functionSteps to advocate for better careDr. Henderson’s virtual practice, My Thyroid Doctor, helps wome
Ep. 144: Thyroid Thursday Part 1: Constipation, Gut Health & the Hidden Root of Hypothyroid Symptoms
In this first episode of our Thyroid Thursday series, Sophie Shepherd dives into the often-overlooked connection between your gut and your thyroid. If you're dealing with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, or stubborn symptoms like constipation, fatigue, brain fog, and bloating—this episode is for you.Sophie explains how leaky gut, nutrient deficiencies, and gut motility issues can trigger or worsen thy
Ep. 143: How to Sleep Deeper, Strengthen Immunity & Stop Overthinking at Night with Dr. Scott Sherr
Is your mind racing at night? Trouble staying asleep? Feel like your immune system is always under attack?In this powerful episode, Sophie welcomes back Dr. Scott Sherr, founder of Troscriptions, for his second appearance on the SHE Talks Health Podcast.In his first episode (Episode 96: How Troscriptions and Methylene Blue Help Restore the Foundations of Health), Dr. Sherr broke down how methylene
Ep. 142: Uncovering the Real Root Causes of Thyroid Dysfunction
Do you feel like something’s wrong with your thyroid… but your labs say everything’s "normal"?In this powerful solo episode, Sophie Shepherd breaks down the real root causes of thyroid dysfunction — and it’s not just about the thyroid. It’s about your whole system: toxins, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation.🎙 What You’ll Learn:The 2T Framework: Why toxins and trauma are often behind Hashimot
Ep. 141: Breaking the Silence: The Truth About Menopause with Dr. Marcia A. Harris
In this episode of SHE Talks Health, Sophie Shepherd sits down with Dr. Marcia A. Harris — a trailblazing OB-GYN who broke barriers as one of the very few women, and even fewer Black women, in her residency program. After stepping back from practice, Dr. Harris came out of retirement to educate women on the truth about menopause, perimenopause, and the critical role hormone replacement therapy (HR
Ep. 140: Thyroid Thursday 9: Thyroid Meds - A Bridge, Not a Burden
Is thyroid medication a forever thing? Is it even necessary? In this short but powerful Thyroid Thursday episode, Sophie unpacks the truth about thyroid medication, why it’s not the enemy, and how it can serve as a bridge—not a burden—while you uncover and address the root causes.Learn about:The difference between T4 and T3Why thyroid meds aren’t "anti-holistic"Sophie's personal experience with Sy
Ep. 139: Turn Your Food Sensitivity into your Gut Healing Superpower with Alison Marras
This week, I'm thrilled to welcome my good friend Alison Marras onto the show. Alison is a holistic nutritionist and author of the Paleo Gut Healing Cookbook. Her expertise in gut health, autoimmune disease, and food sensitivities shines through as she shares her personal journey of healing from Hashimoto's, PCOS, and IBS naturally. Alison’s philosophy centers on the importance of not just what we
Ep. 138: Minerals Decoded (Part 8): Are You Storing Heavy Metals in Your Body Without Knowing It?
Welcome back to the 8th and final part of the HTMA Mineral podcast mini-series! In this last part, I wanted to address heavy metals because I get questions about them a lot. So let’s talk about some of the heavy metals I see most often and how I specifically think about heavy metals and detoxification. This is particularly helpful if you’ve been feeling really foggy, inflamed, or like there's some
Ep. 137: Minerals Decoded (Part 7): The Weird Reasons Your Body May Be Literally Calcifying Itself — and How to Reverse It
Welcome back, everyone! This week is part seven of the Minerals Decoded miniseries, and we’re going to take a deeper look into a really fascinating and often misunderstood pattern that can show up on an HTMA test. This is known as the calcium shell pattern. What exactly is a calcium shell? If you’ve ever felt stiff, disconnected, or even emotionally numb, this pattern might resonate with you.
Ep. 136: Minerals Decoded (Part 6): This One Mineral Imbalance Could Be Making Your PMS Worse
In this episode of our Minerals Decoded series, we're diving into part 6 to discuss the incredibly complex and often misunderstood topic of copper dysregulation. If you've ever struggled with your energy levels, had skin issues, brain and neurological problems, or menstrual challenges like PMS and PMDD, this episode might give you some clues into why these issues could be popping up for you.
Ep. 135: Minerals Decoded (Part 5): Fatigued, Foggy, and Burnt Out? Your Adrenals Might Be Trying to Tell You Something
This week, in Part 5 of the Minerals Decoded series, we’re focusing on another mineral ratio that’s essential for those who feel drained, struggle with persistent fatigue, digestive issues, or mysterious allergies, and have not found answers from standard medical tests. If this sounds like you, this might be your sign to get an HTMA test and look into your sodium-to-magnesium ratio, aka the adrena
Ep. 134: Minerals Decoded (Part 4): Kick Sugar Cravings to the Curb by Balancing Your Calcium-to-Magnesium Ratio
This week, we're diving into part four of the Minerals Decoded series, and we're focusing on a crucial topic: the calcium-to-magnesium ratio, often referred to as the blood sugar or carbohydrate ratio. This specific mineral imbalance is key to addressing issues like unexplained muscle aches, sugar cravings, energy crashes, and sleep disturbances. I share the story of one of my clients who str
Ep. 133: Minerals Decoded (Part 3): Get Out of Burnout and Fuel Your Cells with the Correct Sodium-to-Potassium Ratio
Welcome back, everyone! Today, we continue with part three of our eight-part mineral series, focusing on the crucial sodium-to-potassium ratio. In this episode, I explore the fundamental role this ratio plays in your body's cellular function, adrenal health, stress response, and emotional well-being. The sodium-to-potassium ratio, often referred to as the 'vitality ratio' or 'stress ratio,' i
Ep. 132: Minerals Decoded (Part 2): Burnout or Wired? Your Metabolism & Nervous System with the Calcium-to-Phosphorous Ratio
Welcome back, everyone! Today, we’re picking back up with part 2 of our eight-part series on mineral balancing, where we’ll go over the importance of the calcium-to-phosphorus ratio from a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA). To get started, I define fast and slow oxidation and how these states affect your metabolism, energy levels, and nervous system balance. I also explain how to identify t
Ep. 131: The Truth About Perimenopause — When It Starts, How to Manage Symptoms, and Knowing if Bioidentical Hormones Are Right For You with Dr. Amy Day
In this episode, I invited Dr. Amy Day, a renowned expert in women's health and hormones, to the podcast to tackle the big questions about perimenopause: what it is, how to recognize it, and how we can shift the narrative away from the outdated notion that it’s all downhill from here. Dr. Day enlightens us on the critical role of adrenal health and stress management in perimenopause to mainta
Ep. 130: Minerals Decoded (Part 1): Why You Should Get Your Minerals Tested with an HTMA Test
Welcome back, everyone! I'm thrilled to be kicking off a new eight-part series all about mineral decoding and balancing. In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of mineral balancing and how it can be the missing link in your healing journey. We’ll discuss the benefits of getting your minerals tested and why someone might want to undertake this process. The mineral balancing process helps u
Ep. 129: Holistic Healing Methods for UTIs and Yeast Infections with Live UTI Free Founder, Melissa Kramer
I had the opportunity to chat with Melissa Kramer, a trailblazer in patient advocacy and the founder of Live UTI Free. Melissa has built a comprehensive online community focused on patient research and education, collaborating with patients, clinicians, and scientists worldwide. Her idea for this online community started with her own struggle with recurrent UTIs and yeast infections. After ye
Ep. 128: How to Eat More, Exercise Less, and Still Lose Weight While Rebuilding Your Metabolic Health with Fitness Coach Joe Hoye
This week, I sat down with Joe Hoye, a fitness and weight loss expert who takes a unique approach to nutrition and fitness — specifically for women who are tired of traditional dieting and want a sustainable solution to meet their health goals. Unlike most coaches, Joe encourages women to eat more and exercise less to achieve long-term weight loss and metabolic health. His Diet Detox program
Ep 127: Thyroid Thursday #8 — Does Thyroid Dysfunction Contribute to Osteoporosis or Scoliosis?
Welcome back to another Thyroid Thursday episode on the She Talks Health podcast! Today, we're addressing a listener's question about the potential risks of osteoporosis and scoliosis in individuals with low thyroid function or hypothyroidism. To help answer this question, I share some of my personal insights on how thyroid hormones like T3 and T4 impact bone metabolism. We’ll explore how bot
Ep 126: How the SHE Thrives Group Program Helped Meg Collins Relieve Her Symptoms of PCOS and Hashimoto’s
This week, I have a special guest, Meg Collins, who just finished six months in our SHE Thrives Group program! Meg has an inspiring story that many of us can relate to, especially if you've been struggling with health issues for years. This episode is all about showcasing the possibilities of holistic health transformations and providing hope to those in similar situations.We start with Meg openin
Ep 125: Thyroid Thursday #7 — The Mind-Body Connection Between Cortisol, Adrenaline, and Blood Sugar, and Stress
Welcome back to another episode of Thyroid Thursday on the She Talks Health podcast! Today, we're tackling more questions from one of our listeners who wanted to know all about the link between adrenaline, thyroid, and blood sugar. We're going to explore how stress hormones like adrenaline can mess with your energy levels and why managing stress is a must for anyone looking to optimize their thyro
Ep 124: Kicking Chronic Constipation, Bloating, Fatigue, and Other Gut Health Issues to the Curb with Liz Roman, “The Poop Queen”
Today, I’m thrilled to introduce Liz Roman, also known as The Poop Queen! Liz and I dive into her journey with chronic constipation and how she turned a personal health challenge into a mission to help others fix their own gut health issues. Liz shares how her struggles with digestive issues led her to create her 'Poop Queen' Instagram account and start initiatives like the 12 Days of Constip
Ep 123: Thyroid Thursday #6 — The Vital Connection Between Vitamin A, Cholesterol, Hormones, and Our Thyroid Health
For this week’s Thyroid Thursday, one of our listeners wanted to know about the importance of Vitamin A and why it's not commonly discussed in the context of thyroid health. Specifically, she asked whether low thyroid function impacts the release of Vitamin A from the liver or if low Vitamin A levels affect thyroid function. So to help answer this question, we’ll explore the components needed
Ep. 122: 4 Reasons Why Your FDN Protocols Might Not Be Fixing Your Chronic Health Issues with Allison Jordan, FDN and Gut Health Expert
Today, I am joined by my friend and fellow Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Alison Jordan, founder of Better Belly Therapies. Alison and I both graduated from FDN around five or six years ago, and she has since helped over 600 clients address the root causes of gut and health issues through her unique Gut Healer System. In our conversation, we dive into the intricacies of failed h
Ep. 121: Thyroid Thursday #5 — What About Iodine? How Your Thyroid Reacts When You Don’t Have Enough (or Too Much)
Welcome back to another Thyroid Thursday episode, and as always, thank you for all of your pre-submitted questions! In this episode, I tackle a big one: How do I know if I need iodine, and how much do I need? To kick things off, I share why iodine is so essential for thyroid function and what factors could be causing a deficiency, particularly in the U.S., where seafood and seaweed consumptio
Ep. 120: Giving Up Gluten: The #1 Thing That Changed My Thyroid Health For Good with Dr. Tabatha Barber
Today I'm thrilled to have the incredible Dr. Tabatha Barber join us on the show. Dr. Barber and I recently connected at the Mindshare Conference, and in this episode, she shares so much incredible information on fasting, eating nutrient-rich whole foods, and their widespread impacts on thyroid health. Dr. Barber has decades of experience as a triple board-certified physician, focusing on a h
Ep. 119: Thyroid Thursday #4 — What Happens When the Labs Don’t Line Up With How I Feel?
It’s time for another episode of Thyroid Thursday! Today, we dive into what to do when lab results don't provide clear guidance on how to help a client. I love this question because it gives me the chance to share my philosophy on the foundations of health and why we shouldn't rely solely on lab tests in functional medicine. I get into the importance of foundational health practices and how m
Ep. 118: What’s Really Fueling Cancer and Chronic Illness with Dr. Nasha Winters
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses themes and personal experiences involving suicide. If this is triggering to you, please proceed to listen to this episode with caution or skip this one. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. Text, call, or chat 988.Today, I’m thrilled to have
Ep. 117: Thyroid Thursday #3 — What’s Up With Thyroid Nodules and Goiters?
Welcome back to another episode of Thyroid Thursday! Today, we're diving into a topic that many of you have been asking about: thyroid nodules and goiters. If you've ever wondered what causes these conditions, how they are diagnosed, or what natural treatments might be available, then this episode is for you. We'll start by discussing what thyroid nodules are, their prevalence, and why it's c
Ep 116: Castor Oil: A Miracle Product for your Long-Term Wellness Journey and Clean Beauty Solutions with Dr. Marisol Teijeiro
I am super excited for today's guest, Dr. Marisol, founder of Queen of the Thrones. I've been a fan of her work since pretty much day one, and she's here to share the phenomenal benefits of castor oil and her clean beauty advocacy. From how she discovered castor oil to the ways it transformed her health and now her business, this episode is packed with amazing ideas and practical tips for incorpor
Ep. 115: Thyroid Thursday #2 — Clearing up Magnesium Confusion
Today, we have an exciting topic lined up for you — magnesium. Yes, that essential mineral that our bodies need in so many ways! In this Thyroid Thursday Q&A, we're going to explore why magnesium is so vital for your health. We'll dive into the specifics of what magnesium does in the body, including its role in hundreds of enzymatic and biochemical reactions.I'll also cover the best forms of m
Ep. 114: Open Detox Pathways to Reduce Stress and Support Mind-Body Health with Heather Gray, FDN
WARNING: This episode discusses themes and personal experiences involving suicide. If this is triggering to you, please proceed to listen to this episode with caution or skip this one. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, 988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. Text, call, or chat 988.This episode features an incredible
Ep. 113: Thyroid Thursday #1 — Can You Reverse Hashimoto’s and How Do Parasites Affect Thyroid Health?
I'm super excited to introduce a new segment to the podcast — Thyroid Thursdays! Today, we're diving into two key questions I've been getting a lot in my practice, particularly from women dealing with Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism. The first question we tackle: Is it possible to reverse Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism, and what does that journey look like? I'll be sharing my personal thoughts
Ep. 112: Debunking Thyroid Myths and What Allopathic Medicine Gets Wrong About Thyroid Conditions with Dr. Eric Balcavage
In this episode, I'm thrilled to introduce Dr. Eric Balcavage, the founder of Rejuvagen, and a fellow thyroid health enthusiast. Get ready to nerd out about all things thyroid while we debunk some common myths about addressing thyroid health. Dr. Eric shares his unconventional journey from chiropractic practice to becoming a prominent voice in the thyroid community, largely inspired by helpin
Ep. 111: Perfect was Killing Me, and I Didn’t Even Realize It with Mary Bellanti
I'm excited to introduce you to my longtime friend and client, Mary Belllanti. This conversation was incredibly spontaneous, sparked by an in-person meeting where I noticed a radiant change in Mary — a lightness that I knew would inspire many of you. Join us as we reflect on Mary's transformational healing journey over the past few years. When Mary and I first began working together, she was
Ep. 110: Get Ready For Season 3 and Thyroid Thursdays in 2025!
I’m super excited to announce our upcoming Season 3 of the podcast, coming in January 2025! This year, we’re switching things up a bit and adding two more episodes per month in addition to our bi-weekly regular guest episodes. We’re calling these mini-episodes Thyroid Thursdays, and this is your chance to get your burning questions answered about all things thyroid health. If you want me to a
Ep 109: Healing Inside, Out with Functional Health and Fitness Practices with Allie Cass
If you've ever wondered about what truly matters in weight loss and women's health, this episode is a goldmine. I'm back with an incredible guest, Allie Kass, a former bodybuilder turned functional health and fitness coach. Allie is passionate about helping stressed-out women optimize their metabolism, up-level their mindset, and shift from surviving to thriving. After losing her mom to cance
Ep 108: Following Your Inner Compass for Stress and Burnout with Meredith Segan Sarason
If you’re in the cycle of stress and burnout and searching for answers is leaving your nervous system even more on edge, this episode is for you. Stress and burnout are so common in our society, but the key to getting healthy again is getting to the root cause of it and retraining our nervous system to not be so on edge all the time. In this episode, we have the incredible Meredith Segan Sara
Ep 107: Debunking Metabolism Myths About Weight Loss with Louise Digby
If you’ve been struggling with weight loss, especially if you’re over 40 or approaching that age, you’re not alone. In today's episode, I'm joined by the amazing Louise Digby, a BANT registered nutritional therapist and weight loss expert. Louise is here to help me debunk some common metabolic myths about weight loss and dieting that are commonly seen all over the internet. We dive into how h
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