Quick episodes for the busy person who wants to use easy, research-proven methods to improve health. I have a functional medicine approach that helps you understand how your body works so you can address the root causes behind the symptoms preventing you from feeling your best! To work with me or my team on your health, go to vivawisefw.com.
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When your blood sugar fluctuates too much, it causes you to feel tired, then anxious, and gain weight over time. It also leads to hormonal imbalances and abnormal lab results. Rather than guessing to figure out how to balance your blood sugar, get tips specific to YOUR body using a CGM. We discuss how and why to use a CGM, the optimal ranges, and stories from our patients. If you're more of a…
If you know someone wanting to conceive soon, or struggling with fertility, please send them this podcast! Teesa and I felt it was very important to record this conversation because we have helped so many women get pregnant who struggled for years, and some who thought it'd never happen for them. Sometimes there are structural or genetic issues that can't be overcome, but for most, it's amazing…
This is the final episode in a series of 3 on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss practical tips that you can implement today to release stress, reduce triggers, and balance your adrenal hormones (like cortisol) and nervous system (including activating your vagus…
This is the second in a series of 3 episodes on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss what the signs and symptoms are of being stuck in a fight or flight state. We also discuss biomarkers of stress, so you can have hard data about both your degree of stress, and…
This is the first in a series of 3 episodes on the impact of stress on our health so you know what symptoms or issues it's contributing to, and what research has proven can be done about it. In this episode, we discuss what stress actually is, as so many of our patients come to us not being able to identify it. Learn what stress looks like and what it's doing to your body that's holding you back…
Get ready to learn some things you've never heard about perimenopasue and menopause! I interview Teesa, a functional nutritionist at VivaWise. We share what studies show is actually going on behind the scenes in your body, the root causes for your symptoms, and solutions that we've seen work with our clients. We also share some personal experiences! If you're more of a visual person, or want to…
This is the last in a series of 3 episodes designed to solve the puzzle about fasting so you know if you'd benefit, and how to do it. If you want to take your fasting to the next level, and get next-level benefits, these 2 methods are our favorite. Always be sure to discuss fasting with your practitioner before trying it! Whether you want to learn how to build up to fasting and customize it to…
This episode is jam-packed with practical tips, and as always we reveal what studies have shown. You will discover: Why daily calorie restriction doesn't lead to weight loss How often and how long to fast When to eat How it can support healthy cortisol and insulin How to make it easier to do Whether you want to learn how to build up to fasting and customize it to your unique needs, or see what…
This is the first in a series of 3 episodes designed to solve the puzzle about fasting so you know if you'd benefit, and provide evidence-based guidelines to make it worth it. In this episode, we discuss how my husband's fasting habit was actually sabotaging his health. You'll learn what kinds of health issues that scientific research has shown to benefit from fasting, and when it's appropriate to…
In this podcast episode, I share what I learned about myself when I got my diagnosis, and what habits and natural methods I use to thrive with it. Halfway through the episode, my husband shares how it's impacted him and our marriage, and asks me about my mindset shift that has changed how I feel about myself. For anyone dealing with mental health struggles, I hope this episode encourages you! Go…
