# functional medicine (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover functional medicine. Page: Feed: --- ## [Ep. 232 - How To Ask your Doctor for HRT with Dr. Fiona Lovely](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-232-the-hrt-talk-what-to-say-and-how-to-say-it) _2026-08-18 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ Navigating the conversation about hormone replacement therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when there is so much conflicting information circulating. In this listener favorite episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely cuts through the noise and provides listeners with the essential tools they need to advocate for themselves when speaking with their healthcare providers about HRT. She addresses the questions… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Redux_HRT_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: My Top 3 Ingredients for Joint Health, Mobility, and Cartilage Repair](https://chriskresser.com/my-top-3-ingredients-for-joint-health-mobility-and-cartilage-repair/) _2026-08-18 · Revolution Health Radio_ In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris breaks down the science behind joint pain, osteoarthritis, and cartilage degeneration while challenging one of the most common assumptions about joint health—that glucosamine and chondroitin are the gold standard for protecting cartilage and relieving pain. He explains why current clinical evidence no longer supports those supplements as the best… [Listen](http://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Top_3_Ingredients_EDIT.mp3) ## [The Missing Microbes: Why Today's Babies Need Yesterday's Microbiome](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/the-missing-microbes-why-todays-babies-need-yesterdays-microbiome) _2026-08-14 · Proven Health Alternatives_ What if the foundation of lifelong health begins in the first days of life? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Culler, Co-founder and CEO of Persephone Biosciences, to explore how an infant's gut microbiome shapes immune development, metabolism, and overall health from birth. Together, we discuss how modern lifestyles have altered the infant microbiome, the differences between vaginal… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Stephanie_Culler_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 231: Powerful Peptides: Targeted Messenger Molecules for Gut Health & Menopause Vitality with Kyal Van Der Leest](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-231-what-s-the-deal-with-peptides-targeted-messenger-molecules-for-gut-health-menopause-vitality-with-kyal-van-der-leest) _2026-08-11 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ Prepare to discover a revolutionary approach to health and longevity that is transforming how we think about healing! In this fan-favorite episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely sits down with Kyal Van Der Leest, an Australian Nutritionist and Naturopath who is at the forefront of bio-identical and peptide-based therapies. If you've heard the word "peptides" trending in wellness circles but aren't sure how… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Redux_KYAL_VDL_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: Why Microglia Are the Key to Brain Health, with Dr. David Perlmutter](https://chriskresser.com/why-microglia-are-the-key-to-brain-health-with-dr-david-perlmutter/) _2026-08-11 · Revolution Health Radio_ In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser sits down with renowned neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter to discuss the emerging science of microglia—the brain's immune cells—and why they may hold the key to preventing cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. Drawing from his new book, Brain Defenders, Dr. Perlmutter explains how lifestyle factors such as… [Listen](http://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Microglia_with_David_Perlmutter_EDIT.mp3) ## [A New Framework for Cardiovascular Disease: The Integrative HEART Framework](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/a-new-framework-for-cardiovascular-disease-the-integrative-heart-framework) _2026-08-07 · Proven Health Alternatives_ Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, yet many cardiovascular events occur in people whose cholesterol levels and routine cardiac tests appear completely normal. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, an interventional cardiologist and founder of the Integrative Heart Institute, to explore why preventing heart disease requires looking far beyond traditional risk… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Sanjay_Bhojraj_audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Time and Timeless](https://alexandrajohnsonmd.substack.com/p/time-and-timeless) _2026-08-04 · Alexandra Johnson, MD Health Letter_ Restoring Your Energy Without Force ## [EP. 230: From Stiff to Strong - the muscular effects of aging with Dr. Fiona Lovely](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-230-from-stiff-to-strong-the-muscular-effects-of-aging-with-dr-fiona-lovely) _2026-08-04 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this special re-airing, listeners are invited to revisit a highly requested interview from the Women Aging Powerfully 2025 Summit. The host Leah Vachani sits down with menopause medicine and functional neurology expert Dr. Fiona Lovely to pull back the curtain on Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause, or MSM. Drawing on two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Lovely expertly details this… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Redux_Leah_Vachiani_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Indoor Air: Health's Missing Link](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/indoor-air-healths-missing-link) _2026-07-31 · Proven Health Alternatives_ What if one of the biggest threats to your health isn't on your plate, but in the air you breathe? In this episode, I sit down with Michael Rubino, environmental wellness advocate and founder of HomeCleanse, to explore why indoor air quality may be one of the most overlooked factors influencing chronic illness, inflammation, and long-term health. Together, we discuss how modern homes can trap… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Michael_Rubino_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 229 - Iron Deficiency Anemia: a women's health epidemic with Dr. Fiona Lovely](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-229-the-iron-connection-rethinking-menopause-fatigue-with-dr-fiona-lovely) _2026-07-28 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ If you've been chalking up your exhaustion, brain fog, and irritability to "just another day in perimenopause," Dr. Fiona Lovely is here to challenge that assumption. In this loved solo episode, she shines a much-needed spotlight on iron deficiency anemia—a condition that affects billions worldwide and is disproportionately common in women, yet frequently overlooked by conventional medicine. Dr.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Redux_Ep_86_for_229.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/iB1wUmT21XWI) _2026-07-28 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [Beyond Pain: The Overlooked Healing Power of the Lymphatic System](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/beyond-pain-the-overlooked-healing-power-of-the-lymphatic-system) _2026-07-24 · Proven Health Alternatives_ What if one of the most overlooked systems in the body holds the key to reducing inflammation, supporting recovery, and improving overall health? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Perry Nickelston, also known as the "Lymph Doc," to explore the vital role of the lymphatic system and why restoring healthy fluid flow may be one of the missing pieces in chronic pain and healing. Together, we… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Perry_Nickelston_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 228 - The Upgrade: What Awaits You on the Other Side of Menopause with Dr. Louann Brizendine](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-228-the-upgrade-what-awaits-you-on-the-other-side-of-menopause-with-dr-louann-brizendine) _2026-07-21 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this episode of Not Your Mother's Menopause Podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely sits down with Dr. Louann Brizendine, the renowned neuropsychiatrist and author of the groundbreaking book The Upgrade (released in 2022). Dr. Brizendine, who founded the first U.S. clinic focused on women's mood and hormone-related brain function, brings her decades of expertise to a conversation that reframes everything… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Redux_Episode_82.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Improving Your Health One Breath at a Time](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/improving-your-health-one-breath-at-a-time) _2026-07-17 · Proven Health Alternatives_ What if one of the most powerful tools for improving your health is something you do more than 20,000 times a day? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sachin Patel, a leading voice in functional medicine, to explore why breathing is far more than a survival mechanism. Together, we discuss how the way we breathe influences the brain, nervous system, metabolism, sleep, emotional resilience, and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Sachin_Patel_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 227 - Menopause Weight Loss with Sarah Kennedy](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-227-menopause-weight-loss-with-sarah-kennedy) _2026-07-14 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ This episode is a re-airing of a listener-favorite (and for good reason), Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Sarah Kennedy, founder and CEO of Calocurb, for a candid look at why weight management during perimenopause and menopause feels like an uphill battle. The truth is, the average woman gains around 22 pounds during the menopause transition—and being told to simply "eat less" completely ignores… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Redux_Ep167.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Bridging The Gap Between Science & Healing to Transform Lives](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/bridging-the-gap-between-science-healing-to-transform-lives) _2026-07-10 · Proven Health Alternatives_ Why are so many women told their symptoms are "normal" when they know something isn't right? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nancy Beliveau, a functional medicine expert dedicated to helping women uncover the root causes behind fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, hormone imbalances, and other commonly overlooked health concerns. Together, we discuss why standard lab work doesn't always tell the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Nancy_Beliveau_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 226: Mental Health and Iron, what's the connection with Dr. Fiona Lovely](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-226-mental-health-and-iron-whats-the-connection-with-dr-fiona-lovely) _2026-07-07 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this rerelease of a need-to-know solo episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely pulls back the curtain on one of the most overlooked yet critical pieces of the women's health puzzle: the connection between low iron and mental health. Many women navigating perimenopause and menopause are walking around with iron deficiency or other forms of anemia, completely unaware that their fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Redux_126_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: Your Mouth is Talking To Your Brain—And You Should Be Listening](https://chriskresser.com/your-mouth-is-talking-to-your-brain-and-you-should-be-listening/) _2026-07-07 · Revolution Health Radio_ What if one of the most overlooked risk factors for cognitive decline isn’t in the brain—but in the mouth? In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explores the emerging science linking oral health to brain health. He examines how chronic gum disease may contribute to cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease through systemic inflammation, direct bacterial… [Listen](http://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Your_Mouth_is_Talking_EDIT.mp3) ## [Helping Patients Who Have Tried Everything](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/helping-patients-who-have-tried-everything) _2026-07-03 · Proven Health Alternatives_ Many patients with chronic, complex conditions feel like they've tried everything, yet they're still searching for answers. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Powell, a board-certified functional neurologist with more than 30 years of clinical experience, to explore why traditional approaches often fall short and what it takes to successfully care for patients whose symptoms don't fit… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Mike_Powell_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Saving Our Energy](https://alexandrajohnsonmd.substack.com/p/saving-our-energy) _2026-07-02 · Jon Schreiber · Alexandra Johnson, MD Health Letter_ Breema offers a very intelligent and effective approach to saving energy. ## [Ep. 225 - Menopausal Medicine Update with NP Shelby Sheppard](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-225-menopausal-medicine-update-with-np-shelby-sheppard) _2026-06-30 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this empowering episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes nurse practitioner Shelby Sheppard, a trusted hormone and sexual health expert who has been caring for Dr. Lovely's own patients for years. Shelby's journey from labor and delivery RN to founding Pause Health reflects her deep commitment to offering women the time, space, and personalized care they deserve—something that simply cannot happen in… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Shelby_Sheppard.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Real SIMs for AI Agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/snyKvu7mv4EY) _2026-06-30 · **Sponsored**_ Pass 2FA and verifications with real carrier numbers via our API. ## [Walk Better, Live Longer: The Science of Foot Health and Longevity](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/walk-better-live-longer-the-science-of-foot-health-and-longevity) _2026-06-26 · Proven Health Alternatives_ What if one of the most overlooked keys to longevity is at the end of your legs? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Courtney Conley, renowned foot and gait specialist and author of Walk, to explore why foot health, balance, and walking may be some of the most important predictors of long-term health and independence. Together, we challenge common misconceptions about footwear, movement, and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Courtney_Conley_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 224 -Patriarchy Stress Disorder and Menopause with Jeffrey Tambor](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-224-patriarchy-stress-disorder-and-menopause-with-jeffrey-tambor) _2026-06-23 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this deeply transformative episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes Jeffrey Tambor, a seasoned healer and co-founder of The Thriving Institute™, who has dedicated over two decades to understanding and resolving trauma at its deepest roots. Alongside his partner, Dr. Valerie Rein—who pioneered the concept of Patriarchy Stress Disorder (PSD)—Jeffrey brings a unique perspective on how inherited stress… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Jeffrey_Tambor_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Rethinking Concussions: From Brain Injury to Brain Recovery](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/rethinking-concussions-from-brain-injury-to-brain-recovery) _2026-06-19 · Proven Health Alternatives_ Concussions are often treated as short-term injuries, but what if the real issue is how the brain recovers afterward? In this episode, Dr. Rob Silverman sits down with Dr. Brett Jarosz, an ACA endorsed Fellow Sports & Exercise Chiropractor, to explore the evolving science of concussion recovery and brain health. Together, they challenge outdated approaches that rely on complete rest and discuss… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Brett_Jarosz_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 223 - Nervous System Regulation for Menopausal Health with Dr Navaz Habib](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-223-nervous-system-regulation-the-master-regulator-for-menopausal-health-with-dr-navaz-habib) _2026-06-16 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ What if the key to reducing stress, taming inflammation, and building true resilience was already wired inside you? In this illuminating episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes fellow chiropractor and functional medicine expert Dr. Navaz Habib, bestselling author of Activate Your Vagus Nerve and Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve, to explore the body's most underappreciated healing pathway. Dr. Habib shares his… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Dr._Navaz_Habib_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Parkinson's Beyond the Brain: A Root-Cause Approach to Neurodegeneration](https://provenhealthalternatives.libsyn.com/parkinsons-beyond-the-brain-a-root-cause-approach-to-neurodegeneration) _2026-06-12 · Proven Health Alternatives_ What if Parkinson's disease is more than a movement disorder? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Greg Eckel, naturopathic physician and pioneer in neurodegenerative medicine, to explore a broader, root-cause approach to Parkinson's disease. Inspired by his late wife's battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Dr. Eckel shares the personal journey that led him to dedicate his career to understanding… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/provenhealthalternatives/PROVEN_Dr._Greg_Eckel_Audio_only.mp3?dest-id=1206131) ## [Ep. 222 - Protein, Aminos, and Creatine for Midlife with Liz Baker Plosser](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-222-protein-aminos-and-creatine-for-midlife-with-liz-baker-plosser) _2026-06-09 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ If you have ever stood in front of your refrigerator wondering how on earth you are supposed to eat 100 grams of protein a day without turning mealtime into a second job, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes Liz Baker Plosser, former Editor-in-Chief of Women's Health magazine and author of Own Your Morning. Liz has spent more than two decades translating health… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Liss_Plosser_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Ep. 221 - The New Rules of Women's Health with Meghan Rabbitt](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-221-the-new-rules-of-womens-health-with-meghan-rabbitt) _2026-06-02 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this episode of Not Your Mother's Menopause, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes award-winning journalist Meghan Rabbitt, author of The New Rules of Women's Health. Meghan shares how her own health journey—from dismissing severe symptoms to discovering a uterus full of fibroids—led her to write a comprehensive guide for women. She explains why the old "bikini medicine" approach is insufficient and how… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Meghan_Rabbitt_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [A New Perspective on Chronic Fatigue with Functional Medicine and Breema](https://alexandrajohnsonmd.substack.com/p/a-new-perspective-on-chronic-fatigue) _2026-06-01 · Alexandra Johnson, MD · Alexandra Johnson, MD Health Letter_ Common Sense Medicine ## [Ep. 220 - Pelvic Pain, Interstitial Cystitis and Mapping Pleasure with Dr. Christine Vaccaro and Heather Florio](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-220-beyond-the-bladder-pelvic-pain-pleasure-anatomy-and-hormonal-truths-with-dr-christine-vaccaro-and-heather-florio) _2026-05-26 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes two distinguished guests who are reshaping the conversation around women's pelvic health. Dr. Christine Vaccaro, a double board-certified urogynecologist and reconstructive pelvic surgeon, brings her expertise in clitoral anatomy, interstitial cystitis, and the critical role of both estrogen and testosterone in bladder function. She is joined by Heather… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Vaccaro_and_Florio_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: Fibermaxxing: Why the Internet’s Hottest Gut Health Trend Gets It Half Right](https://chriskresser.com/fibermaxxing-why-the-internets-hottest-gut-health-trend-gets-it-half-right/) _2026-05-26 · Revolution Health Radio_ In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris takes a deep dive into the science of dietary fiber, fiber supplements, and microbiome health. He explains why the benefits seen in high-fiber diets may come from whole foods rather than isolated fiber supplements, and why aggressively increasing fiber intake can worsen bloating, gas, and gut dysfunction for some people. He explores the latest… [Listen](http://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Fibermaxxing_EDIT.mp3) ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/uL7syEWIPhvn) _2026-05-26 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [Ep. 219 - Reclaiming Your Metabolism (and your waistline) in Midlife with Siobhan Mitchell](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-219-reclaiming-your-metabolism-and-your-waistline-in-midlife-with-siobhan-mitchell) _2026-05-19 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Dr. Siobhan Mitchell, Chief Scientific Officer of MitoQ and an expert in nutritional neuroscience, for a conversation that digs deeper into the metabolic shifts women experience at midlife. Dr. Mitchell explains how declining estrogen directly impacts mitochondrial health, which in turn affects everything from energy levels and muscle strength to where the body… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Siobahn_MItchell_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Ep. 218 - The Thyroid Fix by Dr. Amie Hornaman](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-218-the-thyroid-truth-they-dont-want-you-to-know-with-dr-amie-hornaman) _2026-05-12 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this powerful episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back her friend and colleague, Dr. Amie Hornaman—known globally as "The Thyroid Fixer." Dr. Amie is a functional medicine expert, host of the top-rated The Thyroid Fixer podcast, and author of the new book The Thyroid Fix: The No-Nonsense Guide to Reclaiming Your Health . Together, they pull back the curtain on why conventional medicine continues… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Amie_Hornaman_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: Revisiting the Gut-Immune Axis](https://chriskresser.com/revisiting-the-gut-immune-axis/) _2026-05-12 · Revolution Health Radio_ The gut-immune axis is one of the most important and most overlooked systems in human health. In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris explains how the gut microbiome, intestinal barrier, and immune system work together to regulate inflammation and protect against disease. Learn how disruptions in gut health, driven by ultra-processed foods, environmental toxins, antibiotics, and chronic… [Listen](http://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Revisiting_the_Gut-Immune_Axis_EDIT.mp3) ## [Common Sense Medicine](https://alexandrajohnsonmd.substack.com/p/common-sense-medicine) _2026-05-09 · Alexandra Johnson, MD · Alexandra Johnson, MD Health Letter_ Ways to support yourself in perimenopause ## [Ep. 217 - Nourishing Menopause with Andrea Donsky](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-217-nourishing-menopause-with-andrea-donsky) _2026-05-05 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back friend Andrea Donsky, the nutritionist, author, podcaster and seven-time published menopause researcher known to her 350,000 TikTok followers as the "Menopause Educator and Researcher." Did you know there are 103 documented menopause symptoms? Andrea shares groundbreaking updates to her peer-reviewed research published in the Journal of Menopause,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Andrea_Donsky_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: Beyond the Headlines: A Functional Medicine Approach to Microplastics](https://chriskresser.com/beyond-the-headlines-a-functional-medicine-approach-to-microplastics/) _2026-05-05 · Revolution Health Radio_ In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris unpacks the latest science on microplastics. He explores groundbreaking studies linking microplastic accumulation to increased risk of cardiovascular disease, inflammation, and potential neurological impacts, while clarifying what we know—and what we don’t. You’ll learn how microplastics enter the body, why nanoplastics pose a greater risk, and how… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Microplastics_EDIT.mp3) ## [Ep. 216 - Fatigue, Focus, Inflammation and Mineral Depletion with Caroline Alan](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-216-fatigue-focus-inflammation-and-mineral-depletion-with-caroline-alan) _2026-04-28 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this episode of Not Your Mother's Menopause, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals and author of the upcoming book " The Mineral Reset ". Caroline, known affectionately as "The Mineral Geek," shares her personal healing journey from debilitating gut inflammation, adrenal fatigue, and chronic infections to vibrant health—all through the power of plant-based… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Caroline_Alan__mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: The Sleep Optimization Trap: Are You Tracking Yourself Into Worse Sleep?](https://chriskresser.com/the-sleep-optimization-trap-are-you-tracking-yourself-into-worse-sleep/) _2026-04-28 · Revolution Health Radio_ In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explores the growing phenomenon of orthosomnia, a condition driven by the obsessive pursuit of perfect sleep metrics. While devices like the Oura Ring, Whoop, and Apple Watch offer valuable insights, they can also increase anxiety and disrupt the very sleep they aim to improve. Chris breaks down the science behind sleep anxiety, including… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Sleep_Optimization_Trap_EDIT.mp3) ## [Ep. 215 -The Truth About Midlife Weight Gain (Hint: It's Not Your Fault)](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-215-the-truth-about-midlife-weight-gain-hint-its-not-your-fault) _2026-04-21 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this solo episode of the Not Your Mother's Menopause Podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely tackles the question women ask her the most: why is weight gain happening at midlife when nothing else has changed? She explains that this experience is not just a failure of willpower. Instead, it is a sign of a profound biochemical shift. Dr. Lovely reframes perimenopause not just as a reproductive transition, but… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Ep215_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: The GLP-1 Blind Spot: What Ozempic Won’t Do for Your Metabolic Health](https://chriskresser.com/the-glp-1-blind-spot-what-ozempic-wont-do-for-your-metabolic-health/) _2026-04-21 · Revolution Health Radio_ In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris explores the science behind GLP-1 medications, including their powerful effects on appetite, weight loss, and cardiometabolic risk. He also uncovers the critical blind spots in the current conversation, including new research on long-term side effects, nutrient deficiencies, muscle loss, and the high rate of weight regain after discontinuation.… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_GLP-1_Blind_Spot_EDIT.mp3) ## [EP. 214 - The Meno Besties Roundtable: when to test hormones, the nervous system, desire at midlife and more!](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-214-the-menobesties-roundtable-brains-desire-and-breaking-the-menopause-mold) _2026-04-14 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this fun and rousing roundtable discussion, Dr. Fiona Lovely sits down with two of her favorite podcast hosts and Meno Besties: Zora Benhamou from Hack My Age and Karen Martel from The Hormone Solution . Together, they navigate a conversation on the nuances of hormone therapy, the hidden complexities of the thyroid, and the often-unspoken landscape of female desire in midlife. They even discuss… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Meno_Besties_2026_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: Shaking Up the Salt Myth](https://chriskresser.com/tomato-shaking-up-the-salt-myth/) _2026-04-14 · Revolution Health Radio_ For decades, public health guidelines have warned that reducing sodium intake is essential for preventing high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. But a closer look at the scientific evidence reveals a far more complex story. In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris explores the history behind the low-sodium movement and examines the research that shaped modern dietary guidelines.… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Shaking_Up_the_Salt_Myth_EDIT.mp3) ## [EP. 213 - The Gut-Brain Connection Nobody Told You About with Tina Anderson](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-213-the-gut-brain-connection-nobody-told-you-about-with-tina-anderson) _2026-04-07 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ If you have tried every diet, every supplement, and every stress management trick only to find yourself still battling bloating, brain fog, or unexplained anxiety, this conversation is for you. In this re-air of a listener-favorite episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes Tina Anderson, a former pharmaceutical insider who left the world of conventional medicine to build something different. After… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Tyna_mixdown_redux.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [RHR: Mouth Taping: Beyond the Hype—What the Science Really Says](https://chriskresser.com/mouth-taping-beyond-the-hype-what-the-science-really-says/) _2026-04-07 · Revolution Health Radio_ In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explores the viral trend of mouth taping and explains why the reality is more complex than the hype. While nasal breathing offers clear physiological advantages such as improved oxygen delivery, air filtration, and reduced airway resistance, the current research on mouth taping itself is limited and mixed. Chris breaks down findings from a… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/thehealthyskeptic/traffic.libsyn.com/thehealthyskeptic/RHR_Solocast_Mouth_Taping.mp3) ## [A Taste of Who You Actually Are](https://alexandrajohnsonmd.substack.com/p/a-taste-of-who-you-actually-are) _2026-04-06 · Alexandra Johnson, MD · Alexandra Johnson, MD Health Letter_ Discover the Support of a Breema Intensive [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/192983073/1499a0d3d1693dcbe7e7237741ecadf5.mp3) ## [Discovering the Natural Rhythm of the Body](https://alexandrajohnsonmd.substack.com/p/discovering-the-natural-rhythm-of-c32) _2026-04-02 · Jon Schreiber · Alexandra Johnson, MD Health Letter_ Tap into the natural rhythms of your body - and discover a new relationship to moving and dancing ## [Ep. 212 - An Ovarian Cancer Journey of Self Advocacy with NP Tammy O'Rourke](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-212-an-ovarian-cancer-journey-of-self-advocacy-with-np-tammy-orourke) _2026-03-31 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this profoundly moving and eye-opening episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Dr. Tammy O'Rourke, a Nurse Practitioner with a PhD and a leading voice in hormone health. While their last conversation focused on advocating for patients, this time, Dr. O'Rourke shares a harrowing personal health journey that began with symptoms easily dismissed as menopausal—bloating, fatigue, and reflux. What… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_TAMMY.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [EP. 211 - Menopausal Skin Concerns and Rescue with Debbi Barber](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-211-menopausal-skin-concerns-and-rescue-with-debbi-barber) _2026-03-24 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this eagerly anticipated return to the podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back skincare innovator, Debbi Barber, to share her experience treating our menopausal skin and give us her best tips to looking great, no matter your age. Their last conversation became one of the top three most downloaded episodes of last year, and this follow-up promises to be just as transformative. Debbi, who… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Debbi_Barber_2026.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Ep. 210 - Weight Loss Medications for Menopause and Supporting Practices](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-210-weight-loss-medications-for-menopause-and-supporting-practices) _2026-03-17 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ In this essential episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely tackles a massive "information vacuum" surrounding some of the most talked-about medications today. With women aged 50–64 now the primary users of GLP-1 and GIP medications, Dr. Lovely steps in to provide the critical nutritional and physiological guidance that is too often missing from the standard prescription process. She clarifies that for millions… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/NYMM_Ep210_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147) ## [Ep. 209 - The Biology of Feeling Good: Cellular Health, Strength, and Longevity with Jennifer Scheinman](https://notyourmothersmenopause.libsyn.com/ep-209-the-biology-of-feeling-good-cellular-health-strength-and-longevity-with-jennifer-scheinman) _2026-03-10 · Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely_ If you work with women in midlife, or are navigating it yourself, you have likely heard some version of this before: "I'm doing everything right, but I still feel tired." "My brain feels foggy." "My body doesn't respond the way it used to." In this re-air of a fan-favorite episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely sits down with integrative and functional medicine practitioner, Registered Dietician, and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/notyourmothersmenopause/REDUX_Ep._133_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=350147)