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Hormones, Metabolism & You!

Hormones, Metabolism & You!

Cassie Smith 120 Episodes Oct 11, 2026

Your hormones control everything—from energy levels to weight, mood, and overall health. But understanding them shouldn’t feel like decoding a medical textbook. Welcome to Hormones, Metabolism & You!, the podcast where board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Cassie Smith breaks down the science behind your body’s most powerful regulators. Each week, Dr. Smith tackles the real questions about metabolism, weight management, thyroid health, menopause, PCOS, insulin resistance, and more—giving you clear, actionable insights to take charge of your health. Whether you’re struggling with stubborn weight, feeling fatigued, or just want to optimize your well-being, this podcast is your go-to resource for evidence-based advice, practical tips, and expert interviews.

Episodes

132: The Chemical Load We Carry: Toxins, EMFs & Hormonal Health
132: The Chemical Load We Carry: Toxins, EMFs & Hormonal Health Oct 11, 2026 3503 What if I told you right now, this very moment, your body is carrying a chemical load that you have never been tested for, never been warned about, and never asked for? In this episode, I’m joined by Nick Pineault, author of The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMF and creator of the documentary Body Burden: The Toxins We Carry, to talk about what “body burden” actually means and how the chemicals we encounte
131: Cell Care Over Self-Care: A New Way to Think About Your Health
131: Cell Care Over Self-Care: A New Way to Think About Your Health Oct 4, 2026 3603 Dr. Monisha Bhanote joins me to talk about cellular health and resilience, and why fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, and other everyday symptoms may be signals from our cells rather than things we should simply accept. We talk about her approach to cell care, cellular consciousness, and why health practices need to be personalized rather than copied from the latest trend. We also explore why
130: Why Your Hormone Protocol Isn’t Working: Mold, Lyme & Chronic Inflammation
130: Why Your Hormone Protocol Isn’t Working: Mold, Lyme & Chronic Inflammation Sep 27, 2026 3666 What happens when you’re doing all the “right” things for your hormones and health, but you still don’t feel better? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Neil Nathan to explore why underlying factors like mold, Lyme disease, inflammation, nervous system dysregulation, and detoxification challenges may complicate treatment. We also talk about why some patients react unexpectedly to hormones or sup
129: Why Is Testosterone Still Off-Limits for Women?
129: Why Is Testosterone Still Off-Limits for Women? Sep 20, 2026 2956 Testosterone in women is finally getting more attention, but what does that actually mean for women and their care? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Terri DeNeui to discuss the FDA’s focus on testosterone, why there still isn’t an FDA-approved testosterone treatment specifically for women, and the questions surrounding safety, dosing, and access. We also talk about symptoms of testosterone de
128: Viral Hormone Trends: What’s Actually Worth Your Time?
128: Viral Hormone Trends: What’s Actually Worth Your Time? Sep 13, 2026 2586 Social media is full of hormone hacks promising better energy, easier weight loss, balanced hormones, and fewer symptoms. But how much of it is actually backed by science? In this episode, I’m breaking down seven viral trends, including cortisol cocktails, fiber maxing, pink salt, metabolism morning routines, and “hormone-balancing” foods, and separating reasonable health habits from overhyped cla
127: Birth Control Masterclass: The Mash-Up Every Woman Needs to Hear
127: Birth Control Masterclass: The Mash-Up Every Woman Needs to Hear Sep 6, 2026 2887 In this mash-up episode, I’m bringing together key conversations about birth control, PCOS, PMS, and the hormonal changes women experience from their 20s through perimenopause.  We unpack why birth control is so often used to manage symptoms, what it may be masking, and how hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, insulin, and cortisol all fit into the bigger picture. We also talk
126: Health Care is So Broken - 3 Typical Patient Cases
126: Health Care is So Broken - 3 Typical Patient Cases Aug 30, 2026 2922 The healthcare system is not designed to keep you well, and I am done pretending that is okay. In this episode, I am breaking from the usual format to talk honestly about why I believe healthcare in the United States has become so reactive instead of preventative, and how that approach is leaving people sick, frustrated, and without answers.  I share my perspective as both a patient and a pr
125: How to Dementia-Proof Your Brain: Dr. David Perlmutter on Hormones, Gut Health, and Inflammation
125: How to Dementia-Proof Your Brain: Dr. David Perlmutter on Hormones, Gut Health, and Inflammation Aug 23, 2026 3981 What if protecting your brain starts decades before memory problems ever appear? In this conversation, I sit down with neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter to talk about what current research says about dementia prevention, why metabolic health may play a much larger role than many people realize, and why waiting until cognitive symptoms develop may be waiting too long. We get i
124: Heart Disease Myths Exposed: Statins, LDL, Estradiol, Testosterone, & the Truth
124: Heart Disease Myths Exposed: Statins, LDL, Estradiol, Testosterone, & the Truth Aug 16, 2026 3069 Heart disease is still the leading cause of death, yet many people are left wondering whether they're focusing on the right risk factors.  In this episode, I sit down with board-certified cardiac surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia to discuss how his perspective shifted from treating advanced heart disease in the operating room to helping people prevent it in the first place.  We talk through co
123: Hashimoto’s, Thyroid Labs, and Exercise: Are You Helping Your Body or Stressing It More?
123: Hashimoto’s, Thyroid Labs, and Exercise: Are You Helping Your Body or Stressing It More? Aug 9, 2026 3922 If you have Hashimoto’s and feel like you’re doing everything “right” but somehow feeling worse, this episode is for you. I’m answering your most frequently asked questions about Hashimoto’s, exercise, thyroid labs, thyroid antibodies, medication adjustments, estrogen, and why symptoms don’t always match what your lab work says. Throughout our conversation, I explain why looking at one lab value o
122: Drain Before You Detox: The Missing Link Between Gut Health, Hormones, & Mold Recovery with Marina Ortega (The Poop Fairy)
122: Drain Before You Detox: The Missing Link Between Gut Health, Hormones, & Mold Recovery with Marina Ortega (The Poop Fairy) Aug 2, 2026 2850 If you're dealing with constipation, bloating, brain fog, or you feel like every detox protocol makes you feel worse instead of better, this conversation is for you.  In this episode, I'm joined by Marina Ortega, founder of Scottsdale Hydrotherapy and co-founder of Trust Your Gut, to talk about one piece of healing she believes is often overlooked: supporting your body's drainage pathways be
121: Why Successful Men Are Secretly Running Themselves into the Ground: What Every Man and Spouse Needs to Hear
121: Why Successful Men Are Secretly Running Themselves into the Ground: What Every Man and Spouse Needs to Hear Jul 26, 2026 2897 What does it really mean when a man starts feeling constantly exhausted, loses motivation, struggles with brain fog, or notices changes in his physical and sexual health?  In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stephen Sanders, founder of Whole Men's Health, to talk about why these symptoms deserve more attention and why men's health is about far more than testosterone alone. We discuss the gr

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