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The Health Formula Show

The Health Formula Show

Paula Benedi 399 Episodes Dec 24, 2025

The Health Formula Show, hosted by Paula Benedi, is a health podcast that provides tools to better understand the body and mind. Drawing on Paula's Integrative Health and Functional Medicine practice, it explores root-cause explanations for various symptoms. Episodes cover topics like digestive issues, skin disorders, autoimmune conditions, and hormonal imbalances, offering research-driven solutions. The show aims to empower listeners to take control of their health and work toward optimal well-being.

Episodes

399:  The 4 Root Causes of Ulcerative Colitis and How to Start Healing Today
399: The 4 Root Causes of Ulcerative Colitis and How to Start Healing Today Dec 24, 2025 13:47 Ulcerative colitis affects so many people, yet it's still deeply misunderstood. Flare ups, urgency, and unpredictable digestion can take over daily life and impact far more than just the gut. From the very beginning, it's important to know that if you're living with UC, you are not imagining your symptoms, and you are not powerless in this process. Ulcerative colitis is not random. Your body is no
398:The Real Reason You're Inflamed – And How To Fix It Naturally
398:The Real Reason You're Inflamed – And How To Fix It Naturally Dec 17, 2025 11:04 Inflammation doesn't always look like pain or swelling. For many people, it builds quietly over time and shows up as symptoms that are often ignored or brushed off, such as fatigue, brain fog, bloating, skin breakouts, mood changes, or feeling puffy in the morning. In this episode, we explore why inflammation is not the enemy but a signal. We break down the underlying patterns that drive inflammat
397:  The Antibiotic Trap: How It Quietly Damages Your Gut And Creates a Vicious Cycle of Symptoms
397: The Antibiotic Trap: How It Quietly Damages Your Gut And Creates a Vicious Cycle of Symptoms Dec 10, 2025 13:54 Antibiotics can save lives, but they can also silently disrupt your gut, energy, skin, and immunity long after you've finished the prescription. If you've noticed new bloating, food sensitivities, fatigue, or recurring infections since taking them, this episode connects the dots and explains why. We explore what really happens inside your body after antibiotics and how to restore balance naturally
396:  Low Iron: Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed (And What's Really Causing It)
396: Low Iron: Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed (And What's Really Causing It) Dec 3, 2025 11:35 Feeling exhausted, cold, dizzy, or losing hair even though your blood work looks "normal"? Low iron isn't always about not getting enough; it's about why your body isn't using it properly. We uncover the hidden reasons iron supplements fail, from poor absorption and low stomach acid to inflammation, stress, and mineral imbalances that quietly drain your energy. You'll also learn which markers actu
395: Is Coffee Wrecking Your Hormones?
395: Is Coffee Wrecking Your Hormones? Nov 26, 2025 14:13 Coffee isn't "good" or "bad", but it can quietly push your hormones, adrenals, and sleep out of balance depending on your body. This episode breaks down how caffeine affects cortisol, blood sugar, thyroid function, and nutrient absorption and why some people handle coffee effortlessly while others feel anxious, wired, or exhausted after just one cup. You'll hear what Dutch tests reveal about caffe
394: The Truth About Endometriosis - Why Painkillers Miss the Real Fix
394: The Truth About Endometriosis - Why Painkillers Miss the Real Fix Nov 19, 2025 14:08 Endometriosis isn't just a reproductive issue. It's an inflammatory, immune, and detox imbalance that affects the whole body. This episode breaks down the real drivers behind endometriosis, from gut imbalances and estrogen detox issues to toxin overload and nutrient depletion. A real story of recovery shows how addressing the root causes instead of masking symptoms can make lasting healing possibl
393: Move, Heal, Grow — Dr. Tamara on Strength, Connection & Healing
393: Move, Heal, Grow — Dr. Tamara on Strength, Connection & Healing Nov 12, 2025 53:08 In this episode, Dr. Tamara joins me for a grounded, honest conversation about movement, growth, and feeling connected to your body. We talk about finding strength through hard moments, the power of community, and how movement can shift not just your health, but your mindset. We dive into how rock-bottom moments can become turning points, why stress and resistance are part of healing, and what it
392: The Dark Side of Eggs – Why Your Morning Omelette Might Be Causing Fatigue, Bloating & Skin Issues
392: The Dark Side of Eggs – Why Your Morning Omelette Might Be Causing Fatigue, Bloating & Skin Issues Nov 5, 2025 13:04 They've been called the perfect protein for decades, but eggs might not be as harmless as they seem. For many people, inflammation, fatigue, bloating, and skin issues can quietly develop without obvious signs. Traditional allergy tests often miss these delayed reactions, which is why so many people never connect their symptoms back to eggs. Discover what could be hiding behind your "healthy" break
391: The Truth About Testosterone: What's Draining It and How to Restore It Naturally
391: The Truth About Testosterone: What's Draining It and How to Restore It Naturally Oct 29, 2025 09:44 Think testosterone is only for men? Think again. Low levels can lead to fatigue, low motivation, poor sleep, and brain fog in both women and men. Learn why more people than ever are experiencing low testosterone, the habits that destroy it, and how to rebuild healthy levels naturally through sleep, nutrition, and high-quality supplements without risky injections. Tune in to hear: Testosterone an
390: The Real Reason You're Anxious All the Time: It's Not Just Stress
390: The Real Reason You're Anxious All the Time: It's Not Just Stress Oct 22, 2025 08:18 Feeling anxious for no clear reason? It's not all in your head; your body might be trying to tell you something. From blood-sugar dips and gut imbalances to nutrient gaps and hidden toxins, here's how to uncover what's really driving your anxiety and how to bring your body back into balance. Tune in to hear: Is Therapy the Only Answer to Anxiety? (0:36) The Gut–Anxiety Connection You Didn't Kn
389: Why You're Always Tired: 5 Hormones Draining Your Energy and How to Fix Them?
389: Why You're Always Tired: 5 Hormones Draining Your Energy and How to Fix Them? Oct 15, 2025 10:19 Feeling exhausted no matter how much you sleep? It's not stress, coffee, or ageing, it's your hormones! Learn how cortisol, thyroid, insulin, oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone affect your energy, why your lab tests might look "normal" but aren't, and how to fix these imbalances naturally so you can finally feel alive again! Tune in to hear: How Your Hormones Are Ruining Your Energy (0:40)
388: Craving Sugar? The Truth Behind It & How to Finally Beat It
388: Craving Sugar? The Truth Behind It & How to Finally Beat It Oct 8, 2025 12:13 Sugar cravings aren't just a matter of willpower; they're signals your body is sending. In this episode, we delve into the common struggles with sugar cravings, uncover the underlying causes, and explain why quick fixes often fail to deliver lasting results. From protein intake and gut health to hormones and candida overgrowth, we reveal what's really driving your cravings and share practical str

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