Hormones, Metabolism & You!

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if brain fog, bloating, exhaustion, and hormonal chaos are not separate problems, but signals of one shared root issue? In this episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith is joined by returning guest Dr. Shivani Gupta, Ayurvedic practitioner, turmeric researcher, and author of The Inflammation Code. Together, they explore how chronic inflammation quietly disrupts gut health, hormone metabolism, sleep, mood, and energy, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Gupta explains how ancient Ayurvedic principles align with modern functional medicine, offering practical, non-diet strategies to support digestion, estrogen metabolism, circadian rhythms, and nervous system balance. This conversation focuses on working with the body rather than against it, using daily rhythms, simple rituals, and gut-forward practices to support long-term resilience at every stage of life. Key Topics Covered How chronic inflammation can drive brain fog, bloating, fatigue, and hormonal symptoms The gut–hormone axis and why digestion is central to estrogen metabolism and mood Ayurvedic “digestive fire” (agni) and how modern habits weaken it Why perimenopause and menopause represent a Vata (air and ether) phase of life Early signs of hormonal transition beyond hot flashes, including anxiety, dryness, and sleep disruption How circadian rhythms influence inflammation, hormone balance, and metabolic health Food-first strategies to support estrogen metabolism and reduce bloating Why how and when you eat may matter as much as what you eat The role of gut testing and microbiome balance in long-term healing Super spices as medicine: turmeric, ginger, cumin, coriander, and fennel Why healing does not require extreme diets or rigid routines Building personalized, sustainable self-care rituals that actually stick Key Takeaways Chronic inflammation often connects gut symptoms, hormone imbalance, fatigue, and brain fog Perimenopause and menopause represent a natural shift that requires more grounding and rhythm, not more pushing Gut health plays a central role in estrogen metabolism, mood, and overall resilience Circadian alignment supports inflammation reduction and nervous system balance Small, consistent rituals are often more powerful than complex protocols Spices like turmeric and ginger can support digestion and inflammation when used consistently Healing is individualized and works best when aligned with your body’s natural rhythms Resources & Links 🌐 Website: https://www.shivanigupta.com 📘 Book: The Inflammation Code (Hay House, February 2026)https://www.theinflammationcode.com 🎙️ Fusionary Health Podcast 📲 Instagram: https://instagram.com/dr.shivanigupta 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theshivanigupta ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.shivanigupta 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< Doing Everything Right but Still Not Losing Weight? - The Shocking Truth About Midlife Metabolism - Learn How Hormones and Peptides Can Finally Unlock Fat Loss Without More Willpower If you feel like you are eating clean, working out, staying consistent, and your body still will not respond, you are not alone. In this episode, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Aleksandra Gajer, M.D., to explore why weight loss resistance often shows up in midlife and why it is rarely about willpower. They unpack how hormones, sleep, stress, inflammation, and insulin resistance can combine to slow progress, and how peptides can be used as strategic tools when they are properly prescribed, sourced, and monitored. You will also hear a practical breakdown of peptide categories, plus an important safety conversation about avoiding online sourcing and quick clinic prescribing. Key Topics Covered Why traditional dieting often fails for high achieving women in midlife How shifting hormones can influence insulin resistance, metabolism, and body composition The role inflammation can play in fatigue, weight gain, and brain fog Why real food fundamentals still matter even with advanced therapies What peptides are and how they differ from typical medications in the body A simple framework: five peptide categories used in clinical practice Metabolic peptides: GLP 1 therapies, MOTS c, and growth hormone promoting peptides Recovery and inflammation peptides: BPC 157 and the use of KPV for gut and immune balance Cognitive peptides discussed: Selank and Semax, plus sleep support with DSIP Longevity focused peptides: Epitalon, plus discussion of NAD and SS 31 Aesthetic peptide overview: GHK Cu and why formulation and tolerability matter Why peptide stacks can be less effective and harder to troubleshoot The importance of medical oversight, safe sourcing, and individualized dosing Free lever for better health: sleep and boundaries around screens Connect with Dr. Aleksandra Gajer, M.D Website: https://thegajerpractice.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandra-gajer-md/ 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if your lingering thyroid and hormone symptoms aren’t a lab problem at all, but a gut inflammation issue hiding beneath “normal” results? In this episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with holistic nutritionist and physician consultant Josh Dech to explore a core idea many patients never hear: your thyroid and hormone symptoms may be driven by hidden gut inflammation, even when labs look “normal.” Josh explains how gut dysfunction can interfere with hormone signaling, disrupt metabolism, and fuel chronic fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn symptoms. They also discuss common root drivers like toxins, infections, nutrient deficiencies, poor sleep, and chronic stress, plus practical steps to support healing without extreme protocols. Key Topics Covered Why thyroid and hormone symptoms can persist even with “normal” lab results How gut inflammation can block hormone signaling and contribute to fatigue and brain fog Gut health on a spectrum: from mild symptoms to severe inflammatory conditions The “why” behind symptoms vs. labels and diagnoses Mold and environmental exposures as potential hidden drivers for some people The “three buckets” framework: toxins, microbes, and deficiencies The role of sleep, stress, and lifestyle in gut and immune function Why some “healthy” foods can still be personal triggers for certain individuals Supporting drainage and detox pathways as part of recovery Simple, sustainable steps for improving gut and overall health About the Guest Josh Dech is a Holistic Nutritionist and Physician Consultant specializing in Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and severe IBS. He is known for helping reverse over 400 cases of Crohn’s and colitis through a root-cause, holistic approach to gut health, conditions long considered irreversible within conventional care. Josh has worked alongside some of the world’s most respected medical professionals and has become a trusted educator in the field of digestive and autoimmune health. He hosts a globally ranked top 2 percent podcast, has appeared on international television, and currently serves as a medical lecturer for Priority Health Academy. Today, Josh focuses on educating both physicians and the public on integrative, evidence-informed strategies for healing chronic digestive diseases and restoring long-term gut health. Connect with Josh Dech Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoshDechInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshdech.health/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joshdech 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if weight loss isn’t about discipline, motivation, or trying harder, but about understanding what your hormones are actually doing? In this powerful New Year mash-up episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith brings together the most impactful insights from three standout conversations to explain why traditional diets fail so many women and what truly supports sustainable weight loss. Drawing from expert guidance by Tamar Samuels, Shana Hussin, and Terri DeNeui, this episode reframes weight gain as a hormonal and metabolic signal, not a personal failure. Listeners will learn how stress, gut health, insulin resistance, PCOS, thyroid dysfunction, and age-related hormone shifts quietly sabotage fat loss, and why fasting, restriction, and one-size-fits-all diets often make things worse. This episode is especially for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who feel stuck, exhausted, and frustrated despite doing “all the right things.” Episode Highlights Why weight gain is often driven by hormones, not willpower How cortisol, leptin, insulin, and thyroid hormones block fat loss What really changes hormonally in your 30s, 40s, and 50s Why testosterone and progesterone decline earlier than most women realize The truth about fasting and why it backfires for stressed women How gut health directly affects metabolism and hormone balance Why PCOS, thyroid issues, and insulin resistance require targeted nutrition How restrictive diets and under-eating damage hormones long term Why protein needs increase with age and how much women actually need Why the scale lies and what markers matter more than weight Key Topics Covered It’s Not Your Fault: Understanding Hormone Shifts Hormonal changes begin earlier than menopause Testosterone loss affects muscle, mood, metabolism, and energy Progesterone decline impacts sleep, stress tolerance, and fat storage Weight gain is often a biological response, not a behavior issue The Hidden Conditions Blocking Weight Loss PCOS, thyroid dysfunction, and insulin resistance explained simply How cortisol and chronic stress stop fat burning Why leptin resistance develops from dieting and fasting Why blood sugar balance matters more than calorie counting Food as Medicine, Not Punishment Why personalized nutrition beats rigid diet rules Protein targets for women as they age The real role of carbs and fats in hormone health Why meal timing and eating enough matters Lifestyle Changes That Actually Work Circadian rhythm alignment and stress reduction Gut health as the foundation of hormone metabolism Why extreme fasting, overtraining, and restriction do harm Root-cause care vs symptom suppression Final Takeaway This New Year, the answer isn’t another diet, cleanse, or restriction plan. Sustainable weight loss happens when you: Support your hormones Heal your gut Eat enough of the right foods Reduce stress Stop fighting your biology Your body isn’t broken. It’s communicating. 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if your hormone symptoms aren’t a hormone problem at all, but warning signs of deeper toxic, gut, and immune stress your body has been carrying for years? In this powerful episode of Hormones Metabolism in You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Kelly K. McCann, MD, to unpack why hormone symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, mood changes, and stubborn metabolic dysfunction are often not hormone problems at all. Instead, Dr. McCann explains how these symptoms are signals pointing to deeper root causes such as environmental toxin exposure, mold, gut dysfunction, immune dysregulation, and chronic inflammation. Together, they challenge the conventional approach of treating hormones in isolation and highlight why normal lab results do not always mean the body is functioning optimally. This conversation explores how everyday exposures from water contamination and plastics to non-stick cookware, pesticides, and personal care products can silently disrupt thyroid function, metabolism, and hormone signaling. The episode also dives into the critical gut hormone immune connection, mold related illness, nutrient depletion, mitochondrial dysfunction, and the concept of the cell danger response. About the Guest Dr. Kelly K. McCann, MD is a board certified physician trained in internal medicine and pediatrics, with advanced training in integrative and functional medicine. Her work focuses on the impact of environmental exposures on human health, including mold illness, chemical toxicity, chronic infections, immune dysregulation, and mast cell activation syndrome. Dr. McCann specializes in treating complex chronic illness by addressing root causes such as toxic burden, gut permeability, mitochondrial dysfunction, and nervous system imbalance. She is the founder of The Spring Center in Southern California and provides care to patients across multiple states. She also teaches and writes extensively on the intersection of environment, immunity, hormones, and healing. Key Topics Covered Why hormone symptoms are messengers, not the root problem Environmental toxins and their impact on thyroid and hormone signaling Mold exposure and its role in chronic illness and metabolic dysfunction The gut hormone immune axis and why gut health is inseparable from hormone health How plastics, PFAS, pesticides, and contaminated water disrupt endocrine function Food related mold and toxin exposure, including grains, corn, and peanuts Heavy metals, mercury accumulation, and bioaccumulation in the body Why many patients struggle despite “normal” lab results Critical labs often missed in conventional care, including thyroid conversion markers The role of mitochondrial dysfunction and the cell danger response Chronic stress, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation in hormone imbalance Why perimenopause often reveals accumulated toxic burden Small, practical steps to reduce toxic load and support healing Links & Resources:  Dr. Kelly K. McCann, MD 🔗 Official Websitehttps://drkellymccann.com/ 🔗 The Spring Centerhttps://thespringcenter.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kelly-mccann/ 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if many hormone, thyroid, and energy problems come down to a single overlooked molecule your body is quietly running out of? In this episode of Hormones Metabolism in You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with nitric oxide expert Dr. Nathan Bryan to explore why nitric oxide is one of the most overlooked yet essential molecules in human health. Together, they unpack nitric oxide’s powerful role in hormone signaling, thyroid function, gut motility, immune defense, blood flow, and mitochondrial energy production. Dr. Bryan explains how nitric oxide deficiency can contribute to fatigue, hormone resistance, insulin resistance, poor circulation, and chronic inflammation, even when labs appear “normal.” They also discuss how modern lifestyle factors such as aging, chronic stress, poor diet, fluoride exposure, antiseptic mouthwash use, and long term antacid use can significantly impair nitric oxide production. Most importantly, this conversation offers practical, science backed strategies listeners can apply immediately to support nitric oxide levels and improve overall hormone health, energy, and longevity. About the Guest Dr. Nathan Bryan holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Texas at Austin and earned his doctoral degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, where he received the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research. He completed postdoctoral training as a Kirschstein Fellow at Boston University School of Medicine in the Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute. In 2006, Dr. Bryan joined the faculty at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston under the recruitment of Nobel Laureate Dr. Ferid Murad. With over two decades of experience in nitric oxide research, he has made significant contributions to the field, resulting in numerous US and international patents and clinically impactful technologies. Dr. Bryan is also a successful entrepreneur and Founder and CEO of Nitric Oxide Innovations, LLC, where he continues to advance nitric oxide based therapies and molecular medicine worldwide. Key Topics Covered What nitric oxide is and why it is essential for human health How nitric oxide influences hormone signaling and receptor sensitivity The connection between nitric oxide and thyroid function Nitric oxide’s role in gut motility, digestion, and the oral microbiome How nitric oxide supports immune defense and inflammation control Mitochondrial energy production and cellular oxygen delivery Why nitric oxide production declines with age How stress, poor diet, and environmental exposures impair nitric oxide The impact of fluoride, antiseptic mouthwash, and antacids on nitric oxide production Common symptoms associated with nitric oxide deficiency How impaired blood flow affects hormone delivery and tissue response Links & Resources Website: https://drnathansbryan.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnathansbryan Nitric Oxide Education:https://www.n1o1.com/https://www.no2u.com/https://www.nitricoxideinnovations.com/ Shop N1O1 Products: https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=115399&awinaffid=2702698 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if the biggest problem in modern medicine isn’t a lack of treatments, but a lack of training in nutrition, gut health, and root cause care? In this episode, Dr. Cassie Smith welcomes back Dr. Johnny Hadac, now a family medicine resident, to reflect on how his medical training has evolved and where traditional healthcare continues to fall short. Together, they unpack the realities of residency, the lack of meaningful nutrition and gut health education in medical training, and why chronic disease cannot be solved without addressing inflammation, hormones, and the gut. Dr. Hadac shares what he has learned during his first months of residency, how functional medicine principles have shaped his approach to patient care, and why proactive, relationship based medicine leads to better outcomes. The conversation also explores the broken insurance driven healthcare system, the importance of provider education, and how social media can help close the knowledge gap. They also dive into Dr. Hadac’s bestselling cookbook, which combines practical, affordable recipes with extensive education on gut health, insulin resistance, fiber, and hormone balance. This episode offers hope for the future of medicine and practical tools for patients and providers alike. About the Guest Dr. Johnny Hadac is a family medicine resident, physician, certified nutritionist, and culinary medicine specialist. He is the founder of Total Weight Loss and Muscle Dummies, a global health community with over two million followers focused on affordable, science based nutrition and lifestyle habits. Dr. Hadac is a bestselling cookbook author and app developer who blends medical science with real world practicality. His work centers on gut health, insulin resistance, metabolic health, and sustainable weight loss through high fiber, high protein, whole food nutrition. Through social media, education, and clinical practice, he is helping reshape how people understand health, food, and disease prevention. Key Topics Covered What residency is really like and how medical education is evolving Major gaps in nutrition and gut health training for physicians Why gut health is foundational to hormone balance and chronic disease The role of fiber, fermented foods, and inflammation in metabolic health How functional medicine principles improve patient outcomes Challenges of insurance driven healthcare systems Direct primary care and proactive medicine models Social media as a tool for patient and provider education Insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction Practical, accessible nutrition strategies for long term health Connect with Dr. Johnny Hadac LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnny-hadac-6a38aa126/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjohnnyhadac/ 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if the biggest breakthrough in women’s health this decade is the long overdue reversal of a warning that never should have existed in the first place? In this timely episode, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with hormone expert and healthcare reform advocate Dr. Terri DeNeui, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC to unpack the FDA’s landmark decision to remove the black box warning from estrogen containing HRT. For the first time in over twenty years, science and policy finally align, creating safer and more accessible options for millions of women. Dr. Cassie and Dr. Terri break down what the original research actually showed, how estrogen became unfairly feared, and why the updated guidelines are long overdue. They explore the benefits of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone for women, clearing up misconceptions and highlighting the need for better hormone education among providers and patients. With clinical insights and decades of experience, this episode reveals the truth about hormone therapy, why women have suffered needlessly for two decades, and how the removal of the black box warning can reshape the future of women's health.   About the Guest Dr. Terri DeNeui, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC is a board certified Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, entrepreneur, Chief Science Officer, and leading voice in healthcare reform. She serves on the Executive Committee of the America First Policy Institute and the America First Women’s Initiative, contributing to national healthcare policy. A Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington, Dr. DeNeui holds the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. She is the Founder of EVEXIAS Medical Centers and EVEXIAS Health Solutions, and creator of the EvexiPEL Method of hormone optimization, used globally and supported by outcomes research. She is also lead teaching faculty for the A4M World Congress on Anti Aging Medicine. Her published work includes the peer reviewed article Best Practices in Care for the Menopausal Patient and the bestselling book Hormone Havoc: Dispelling the Myths and Misconceptions about Hormones in Women and Men.   Key Topics Covered What the FDA’s black box removal means for women How the Women’s Health Initiative was misinterpreted Estrogen’s role in brain, heart, bone, gut, metabolic, and vaginal health How fear based messaging led to unnecessary suffering Benefits and safety of micronized progesterone Why testosterone is essential for women’s mood, libido, muscle, and cognition Early testosterone decline and how it affects daily life Hormones, intimacy, and relationship well being Why hormone therapy requires gut health evaluation and individualized dosing Provider education gaps and self advocacy for women Recognizing hormone decline across the lifespan Why better policy and access to hormone therapy are urgently needed Connect with Dr. Terri DeNeui Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drterrideneui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTerriDeNeui/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-deneuiWebsite: https://www.evexias.comPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-terri-show/id1757438909Email: terri.deneui@evexias.com Phone: (214) 202-4727 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if the key to reversing Graves disease starts with uncovering the hidden triggers your thyroid has been reacting to all along? In this information rich episode, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with functional medicine practitioner and thyroid expert Dr. Eric Osansky to break down the realities of Graves disease and hyperthyroidism. They explore why diagnosis is often delayed, what truly drives autoimmune thyroid conditions, and how gut health, nutrient deficiencies, infections, stress, and environmental toxins all influence thyroid function. Dr. Osansky also shares his personal remission journey and offers practical guidance, testing recommendations, and natural treatment options. This episode is essential for anyone navigating Graves disease, hyperthyroidism, or persistent thyroid symptoms and searching for a root cause approach. About the Guest Dr. Eric Osansky is a functional medicine practitioner with more than 15 years of clinical experience in chiropractic care, nutrition, and autoimmune thyroid health. After reversing his own Graves disease in 2009, he dedicated his career to helping others heal naturally. He is the author of Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves Disease, Hashimoto’s Triggers, and The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet, and hosts the Save My Thyroid podcast. He holds a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and advanced certifications in nutrition and herbal therapy. Key Topics Covered How Graves disease differs from hypothyroidism and why hyperthyroidism is often misunderstood The environmental, immune, and lifestyle triggers that drive autoimmune thyroid disease Stress, infections, toxins, and overtraining as common contributors How gluten, corn, dairy, and high sodium intake influence leaky gut and autoimmunity The thyroid gut connection and how dysbiosis, H. pylori, and nutrient malabsorption affect thyroid function Essential nutrients for healthy thyroid hormone production and conversion The most important labs thyroid patients should request How H. pylori, viruses, mold, and stealth infections impact autoimmunity Conventional treatments including methimazole, PTU, beta blockers, and when they are necessary Natural therapies such as bugleweed, motherwort, lemon balm, selenium, and L carnitine The role of LDN and why results vary in Graves disease Why healing requires sleep, stress management, gut repair, movement, and nutrient optimization How to advocate for your health when providers overlook root causes Connect with Dr. Eric Osansky Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NaturalThyroidTreatment/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NaturalThyroidDoctorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drericosansky/Website: https://savemythyroid.com 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if the real answers to your midlife hormone struggles are not in a pill, but in understanding the deeper connections between your thyroid, metabolism, and the way your body changes over time? In this powerhouse mashup episode, Dr. Cassie Smith brings together two of the most outspoken and experienced voices in functional medicine: McCall McPherson, thyroid expert and founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic, and Dr. Tyna Moore, a naturopathic physician and metabolic health disruptor. Together, they unpack the complex hormonal shifts women experience—especially during perimenopause and menopause—and share real-world strategies to reclaim health, energy, and vitality. From GLP-1 medications to progesterone deficiency, thyroid misdiagnosis to strength training, this episode covers the most pressing questions women are asking today. You’ll hear personal insights, clinical wisdom, and evidence-based tools for navigating hormone changes, gut issues, inflammation, and mental health with clarity and confidence. 👤 About the Guests McCall McPherson is the founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic and Thyroid Nation, a TEDx speaker, physician assistant, and a thyroid warrior herself. Her mission is to end the suffering of millions with thyroid disorders through expert care, patient advocacy, and empowering education. Dr. Tyna Moore is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and Chiropractor specializing in resilient metabolic health, regenerative medicine, and clinical strength training. She's also the host of The Dr. Tyna Show and a strong advocate for women’s health and muscle-centric aging. 🔑 Key Topics Covered ✅ The truth about GLP-1s like semaglutide and tirzepatide—and what microdosing really means ✅ When to consider hormone therapy and why most women need progesterone earlier than expected ✅ Why muscle is your best metabolic and hormone-supporting organ ✅ The thyroid–estrogen connection and how hormone shifts during menopause impact thyroid function ✅ How GLP-1s can expose hidden dysfunctions like gut dysbiosis and low estrogen ✅ Why low progesterone may be behind your irritability, sleep issues, and anxiety ✅ The importance of comprehensive thyroid testing (FT3, FT4, RT3) and individualized care ✅ Gut–hormone–brain axis: how estrogen and thyroid hormones influence mood and digestion ✅ Alcohol and inflammation: the honest truth about even “just one glass” ✅ Empowering women to advocate for their health in a broken system ✅ The generational shift in how women approach midlife and aging 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if the key to healing your hormones has been hidden in your thought patterns all along? In this transformational episode, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with renowned clinical neuroscientist and communication pathologist Dr. Caroline Leaf to explore how mental health and hormonal health are deeply intertwined. They dive into the science of neuroplasticity—our brain’s ability to rewire itself—and how harnessing this power can help women break free from anxiety, depression, and hormonal imbalances. Dr. Leaf introduces her 5-step Neurocycle™ process, explains why anxiety and depression are not diseases but signals, and shows how rewiring our thought patterns can improve everything from thyroid function to weight loss. If you've ever struggled with chronic stress, burnout, mood swings, or stubborn hormone issues, this episode offers hope, science, and practical tools to help you heal from the inside out.   👤 About the Guest: Dr. Caroline Leaf is a clinical neuroscientist, communication pathologist, bestselling author of 19 books, and host of the award-winning podcast Cleaning Up the Mental Mess. With over 50 million downloads and a global following, Dr. Leaf is a pioneer in the field of mind-brain research and mental health. Her work bridges neuroscience, mental wellness, and functional healing through a holistic lens. 🔗 Website: www.drleaf.com 🎙️ Podcast: Cleaning Up the Mental Mess 📸 Instagram: @drcarolineleaf   🔑 Key Topics Covered: The critical difference between your mind and your brain—and why it matters for healing Understanding neuroplasticity and how thoughts physically rewire your brain and body Why anxiety, depression, and ADHD are not diseases but signals The Neurocycle™: A 5-step process to break toxic thinking and form healthier patterns The 63-day habit rewiring rule (not just 21!) How hormones respond to thought patterns and emotional states The mind-gut-hormone axis and why doctors often overlook it Why mental and emotional trauma can literally reshape your endocrine system The importance of self-directed mind management in chronic illness, burnout, and hormone recovery How to recognize when you're in the “dip” of transformation—and what to do about it 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< Could your migraines be less about pain in your head—and more about hidden imbalances in your hormones, gut, and environment? In this episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with functional medicine pharmacist Dr. Meg Mill to uncover the surprising root causes of chronic migraines—especially in women navigating hormonal shifts like menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause. Together, they explore how more than 50 potential triggers can fuel migraine symptoms, from dehydration and poor sleep to gut health issues, estrogen dominance, and histamine intolerance. Dr. Mill shares how functional medicine helps uncover these connections and provides a roadmap for lasting relief. They discuss the power of personalized migraine tracking, hormone and gut testing, and targeted protocols to reduce inflammation and rebalance the nervous system. Whether you’ve suffered for years or are newly struggling with hormone-driven headaches, this episode is a must-listen. 💡 Functional migraine solutions are within reach—no endless prescriptions required. 🔑 Key Topics Covered How hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menstruation trigger migraines Why there are 50+ potential migraine triggers—and how to uncover your unique mix Common food triggers: histamine, tyramine, nitrates, sulfites, MSG, and wine Why your environment, stress levels, and even your air quality can worsen migraines The link between estrogen dominance, progesterone deficiency, and mast cell activation The role of gut health, detoxification, and sleep in migraine prevention How histamine intolerance contributes to migraines, fatigue, anxiety, and skin issues The truth about low stomach acid, acid reflux, and poor nutrient absorption Personalized approaches vs. symptom suppression (why journaling matters) When to use testing like the DUTCH test or GI Map for hormones and gut health 👤 About the Guest: Dr. Meg Mill, PharmD, AFMCP Dr. Meg Mill is a functional medicine pharmacist, bestselling author, and host of A Little Bit Healthier podcast. With 20+ years of clinical experience, she helps women around the world resolve migraines, hormonal issues, and histamine-related symptoms. She's the founder of the Radiant Method, which empowers women to regain energy and clarity through root-cause healing. 📍 Learn more: www.megmill.com 🎧 Podcast: A Little Bit Healthier 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< Could Your Period Problems Be Solved With a More Functional Approach? In this episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith is joined by Dr. Shawn Tassone—known as America’s Holistic Gynecologist—for an eye-opening conversation about periods, PCOS, hormone therapy, and why women are often underserved by conventional gynecology. Together, they unpack the myths around hormonal care, discuss integrative strategies for menstrual and menopausal symptoms, and explore how stress, gut health, and even modern medical bias influence women’s health outcomes. Dr. Tassone shares his deeply personal story of entering gynecology after watching his mother suffer from ovarian cancer, and how that journey led him to pursue a PhD in mind-body medicine and a more holistic practice. This powerful episode shines a light on the frustrations many women experience in conventional care and offers science-based, integrative solutions that truly address the root cause. 💡 Whether you're struggling with painful periods, irregular cycles, PCOS, perimenopause, or hormone confusion—this episode will leave you feeling seen, informed, and empowered.   🔑 Key Topics Covered Why painful periods, mood swings, and irregular bleeding are not “normal” The difference between masking symptoms with birth control vs. treating the root cause Why PCOS is both underdiagnosed and overdiagnosed—and what to do about it How stress, prostaglandins, and gut health worsen menstrual pain and hormone symptoms What conventional medicine gets wrong about hormone therapy and menopause care When postmenopausal bleeding is a red flag—and how to properly evaluate it The role of progesterone, fish oil, magnesium, and maca in reducing period pain Hormone replacement myths debunked: what the WHI got wrong, and what the research actually says How to advocate for yourself in a medical system that’s often dismissive of women’s concerns Behind-the-scenes insights from Dr. Tassone’s book, The Hormone Balance Bible 👨‍⚕️ About Dr. Shawn Tassone Dr. Shawn Tassone is a double board-certified OB/GYN and integrative medicine physician, with a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine. Known as America’s Holistic Gynecologist, he has cared for over 40,000 women over two decades and is the creator of the world’s first integrative hormone mapping system. He is a national speaker, author of The Hormone Balance Bible, and a passionate advocate for patient-centered hormone care. Based in Austin, Texas, Dr. Tassone is also a frequent voice online, helping women reclaim their hormonal health through education, empowerment, and integrative care. 📘 The Hormone Balance Bible by Dr. Shawn Tassone — Amazon 🔗 Connect with Dr. Tassone Website: https://www.drshawntassone.com Tassone Gynecology+1 Instagram: @shawntassonemd Instagram+1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ShawnTassoneMDPhD youtube.com+1 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< Could your persistent skin issues, fatigue, or hormone imbalances be your body’s way of signaling that your gut—and your stress—need healing? In this episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith welcomes Christa Biegler, RDN, CLT, an award-winning integrative dietitian and host of the Less Stressed Life podcast. They explore the critical connection between gut health, skin conditions, and stress, and discuss why restrictive diets and symptom-focused treatments often fall short. Christa shares how to approach healing holistically—by supporting gut integrity, detoxification pathways, and the nervous system. This conversation offers a refreshing, systems-based perspective for those navigating eczema, food sensitivities, hormonal imbalances, or fatigue.  About the Guest Christa Biegler, RDN, CLT is a nationally recognized dietitian, podcast host, and author of The Eczema Relief Diet & Cookbook. She helps health-conscious women overcome eczema, fatigue, and food sensitivities through a practical and science-backed approach. Her work focuses on resolving subclinical thyroid issues, nervous system dysregulation, and chronic inflammation—without overwhelming protocols or unnecessary restrictions. She lives in the Midwest with her husband and children and leads a team dedicated to helping high-performing women restore balance and reclaim their health.  About The Less Stressed Life The Less Stressed Life is a wellness company founded by Christa Biegler to help women resolve chronic symptoms like eczema, inflammation, and fatigue. The team uses an integrative model that focuses on uncovering root causes and rebuilding health through individualized nutrition, gut and nervous system support, and lifestyle shifts. Through coaching programs, live retreats, and the Less Stressed Life podcast, the brand delivers accessible strategies that empower women to move from survival mode to thriving in their bodies. For details on Christa’s approach, assessments, podcast episodes, or her book, visit:www.christabiegler.comwww.lessstressedlife.comwww.eczemanutritionist.com Start here: Promotional resources and quizzes  Key Topics Covered The link between gut health and skin conditions such as eczema, rashes, and acne How stress disrupts digestion, nutrient absorption, hormones, and immune function The role of stomach acid in skin health, digestion, and resilience Understanding the connection between restrictive diets and hormonal imbalance Christa’s step-by-step strategy: gut, immune system, drainage, detoxification, stress hormones The psychological impact of over-restriction and food fear in chronic health journeys How to interpret your body's symptoms as biofeedback rather than dysfunction The power of using data, awareness, and gentle shifts to heal without extremes 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠ Follow Christa: Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist Facebook: @christabieglerrd

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if the key to reversing fatigue, brain fog, and weight gain isn’t medication—but mastering your metabolism for true freedom? In this empowering episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and author of Metabolic Freedom, to explore how personalized nutrition, metabolic flexibility, and lifestyle changes can help you reclaim your health—without relying on medications. Ben shares his powerful journey from depression and obesity to becoming a globally recognized health educator. Together, they dive into the science and strategy behind ketogenic and carnivore diets, how to optimize insulin sensitivity, and why women must approach fasting and keto differently based on their hormones. Whether you’re dealing with insulin resistance, brain fog, fatigue, or autoimmune conditions, this episode offers tools, hope, and actionable insight to help you break free from metabolic chaos and regain energy, clarity, and freedom. 💡 You don’t have to be a Modern Endocrine patient to get started—metabolic health and insulin testing support are available across all 50 states and Canada!   🔑 Key Topics Covered Ben’s transformation from obesity and depression to metabolic health educator The turning point that inspired Metabolic Freedom Keto vs. carnivore: differences, benefits, and how to use both strategically Why metabolic flexibility is the true goal—not dogmatic dieting Common keto myths and why women must cycle keto differently Signs of insulin resistance even with "normal" labs (and what to test instead) How stress, gut health, and nutrient depletion affect hormone balance What metabolic freedom really means (hint: it’s not just about weight loss) Fasting, walking, and lifestyle steps for beginners Real talk about snacking, processed fats, and overtraining Simple ways to reduce insulin and reverse chronic symptoms Modern Endocrine Testing, Programs, and Resources 5-Day Gut Reset (Free): https://modernendocrinewellness.com/5-day-reset Gut Health Accelerator Program: https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health-accelerator-g Success Stories: https://www.modern-endocrine.com/success-stories/ 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< Could Your Gut Type Be the Hidden Key to Reversing Hormonal Imbalances? In Part Two of her deep dive into gut health, Dr. Cassie Smith, functional medicine endocrinologist and founder of Modern Endocrine, takes you beyond symptoms and into personalized healing. Building on last week’s episode, she breaks down her six gut health types, explains how to identify yours, and reveals how gut imbalances fuel thyroid issues, insulin resistance, fatigue, and more. Whether you’ve been dismissed by conventional care or are just beginning to suspect your gut might be to blame, this episode offers a clear framework to understand your symptoms, get the right testing, and take the first steps toward real, root-cause healing. 💡 You don’t have to be a Modern Endocrine patient to take action—gut health programs, GI Map testing, and supplement support are available in all 50 U.S. states and Canada!   🔑 Key Topics Covered A deep dive into the six gut health types and how to identify yours Which gut imbalances are linked to Hashimoto’s, PCOS, fatigue, and brain fog How bacterial overgrowth and dysbiosis steal nutrients and block hormone function Signs of "Silent Gut Inflammation" even if you have no digestive symptoms The connection between gut types and thyroid antibodies, insulin resistance, and perimenopause symptoms What GI Map testing can reveal about your root causes Why one-size-fits-all gut protocols often don’t work How Dr. Cassie designs custom gut healing plans based on functional labs and patient history FAQs: Can I do this testing without being a patient? What does it cost? Will insurance cover it?  🛒 Products and Resources Mentioned The Dissolver Supplement (for fat absorption & gallbladder support): 🔗 https://shopmodernendocrine.com/products/the-dissolver 5-Day Gut Health Reset (Free guide to kickstart your healing): 🔗 https://modernendocrinewellness.com/5-day-reset Gut Health Webinar (Join the next live session with Dr. Cassie): 🔗 https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health Gut Health Accelerator Program (Personalized protocols with the ME team): 🔗 https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health-accelerator-g Real Patient Stories from the Modern Endocrine Gut Health Program: 🔗 https://www.modern-endocrine.com/success-stories/ 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353⁠

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< Could your fatigue, brain fog, and hormone issues all trace back to one root cause—your gut? In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Cassie Smith, a functional medicine endocrinologist, dives deep into the gut-health connection behind chronic fatigue, brain fog, unexplained weight gain, hormonal imbalances, and autoimmune conditions. Drawing from her personal health journey and clinical experience, Dr. Cassie introduces her proprietary framework of six gut health types and explains why gut dysfunction is often the missing link in conventional care. She explores how symptoms like bloating, mood swings, thyroid dysfunction, and poor sleep often trace back to unresolved gut issues—and how true healing begins with personalized protocols, not one-size-fits-all fixes. This episode sets the foundation for a more detailed discussion in part two. 💡 You don’t have to be a Modern Endocrine patient to get started—gut health testing and GI Maps are available across all 50 states and Canada!   Key Topics Covered The overlooked role of gut health in persistent symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, and weight gain Introduction to Dr. Cassie’s six gut health types (part two coming next episode) Why conventional medicine often fails to identify the root cause How gut inflammation blocks hormone function—even with “normal labs” Leaky gut explained: what it is, what causes it, and why it matters How bloating, cravings, and mood swings are signs of gut dysfunction Understanding bacterial overgrowth, dysbiosis, and nutrient depletion The impact of gut health on Hashimoto’s, PCOS, perimenopause, and metabolic dysfunction Personalized protocols vs. generic gut healing approaches Common questions about GI Map testing, insurance, HSA/FSA use, and supplements How to reverse insulin resistance, reduce thyroid antibodies, and feel like yourself again Products and Resources Mentioned The Dissolver Supplement (for those without a gallbladder or needing fat absorption support): https://shopmodernendocrine.com/products/the-dissolver 5-Day Gut Health Reset (Free program to kickstart healing): https://modernendocrinewellness.com/5-day-reset Gut Health Webinar (Join the next live session with Dr. Cassie): https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health Gut Health Accelerator Program (Work with the Modern Endocrine team): https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health-accelerator-g Read Patient Testimonials from the Modern Endocrine Gut Health Program:https://www.modern-endocrine.com/success-stories/ 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠<< Are your midlife symptoms really “just aging”—or could they be signs of perimenopause your doctor has overlooked? In this empowering episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, renowned women's hormone expert and author of The Perimenopause Revolution, to explore the unspoken truth about hormone health during midlife. They dive deep into the misunderstood world of perimenopause—highlighting its symptoms, common misdiagnoses, and why so many women feel gaslit by the medical system. Dr. Snyder shares her own health journey, including the debilitating burnout that sparked her passion for integrative hormone health. The conversation challenges outdated ideas about estrogen, debunks fear-driven narratives around hormone therapy, and offers evidence-based strategies to reclaim vitality and balance. This episode is a must-listen for any woman navigating her 30s, 40s, or 50s who’s ready to understand her body—and advocate for it—like never before. 🔑 Key Topics Covered: Understanding perimenopause: what it is, when it starts, and why it’s not just “early menopause” Common myths and medical gaslighting surrounding women's midlife symptoms The role of declining progesterone in sleep, mood, and cycle disruption Gut health, stress, and nutrient deficiencies as key drivers of hormone imbalance Why “adrenal fatigue” is outdated—but chronic stress is still very real Debunking the fear around estrogen and discussing HRT’s safety and benefits How Dr. Snyder’s personal burnout led to the creation of The Perimenopause Revolution Integrating conventional and functional medicine approaches for midlife care Practical tips for nourishing your hormones through food, sleep, and stress support Encouragement for women to stop “just surviving” and start reclaiming their health About Dr. Mariza Snyder Dr. Mariza Snyder is a leading voice in women’s health and a passionate advocate for midlife wellness. With over 17 years of experience as a practitioner, bestselling author, and sought-after speaker, she’s at the forefront of a powerful movement helping women thrive through perimenopause and beyond. Through her chart-topping podcast, Energized with Dr. Mariza—with over 13 million downloads—and a vibrant online community of 400K+ followers and 8 million monthly views, Dr. Mariza delivers evidence-based insights on hormones, metabolism, and women’s health. Her upcoming book, The Perimenopause Revolution (Hay House, October 2025), is poised to become the go-to resource for women ready to take control of their health, decode their symptoms, and step into this next chapter with confidence, clarity, and vitality. Dr. Mariza’s highly anticipated book is now available for preorder, and she’s offering exclusive free gifts for those who purchase before the official release. 🎁 📘 Preorder The Perimenopause Revolution – Launching October 21st! 🛒 Choose your preferred format: 📖 Hardcover: https://amzn.to/46chpxS 📱 Kindle eBook: https://amzn.to/46fvtH0 🎧 Audible Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3KvsSju 📢 After ordering, visit https://drmariza.com to submit your receipt and unlock your free preorder bonuses! 🌐 Connect with Dr. Mariza Snyder Website: https://www.drmariza.com Instagram: @drmariza Facebook: @drmarizasnyder YouTube: Dr. Mariza Snyder Twitter/X: @drmariza 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website:⁠ https://www.modern-endocrine.com/⁠ 📸 Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/⁠ 🌟 Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine⁠ 📽️ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine⁠ 🕹️ TikTok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en⁠ 📰 Newsletter:⁠ https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine⁠ ➡️ Disclaimer:⁠ https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠ ⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠<< Are viral health hacks like cortisol cocktails and “hormone-balancing foods” helping your wellness—or quietly misleading you? In this special solo episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith, a board-certified endocrinologist, dives into the truth behind some of the most popular viral wellness trends circulating on social media. From cortisol cocktails and fiber maxing to metabolism-boosting routines and “hormone-balancing foods,” Dr. Cassie breaks down the science (or lack thereof) behind these health fads and shares what really matters for your hormones, metabolism, and overall wellness. This episode is your go-to guide to separating influencer hype from evidence-based care. If you’ve ever tried a TikTok health hack, this one's for you. 👤 About Dr. Cassie Smith Dr. Cassie Smith is a board-certified endocrinologist and founder of Modern Endocrine. With a passion for combining traditional medicine with a root-cause, functional approach, Dr. Smith helps patients navigate complex hormone and metabolic issues. She's committed to debunking misinformation online and empowering people with real tools that support their health. 🔑 Key Topics Covered ✅ The truth about cortisol cocktails — why they don’t actually “lower stress hormones”✅ What adrenal fatigue is (and isn’t), and why it’s not a recognized medical diagnosis✅ The dangers of fiber maxing and why slowly increasing fiber intake is key✅ Breaking down metabolism-boosting morning routines: what works and what’s marketing hype✅ How pink salt, lemon water, and honey won’t fix your metabolism✅ The misleading messaging behind “hormone-balancing foods”✅ Why the term "cougar puberty" is catchy—but not the full picture✅ The problem with PCOS weight loss content that claims it’s “uncontrollable”✅ Why social media advice can delay proper diagnosis and treatment✅ How to critically evaluate viral trends with a scientific lens 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine 💻 Website: https://www.modern-endocrine.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_/🌟 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine📽️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine🕹️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en📰 Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine➡️ Disclaimer: https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353

>>Join our FREE monthly Gut Health Webinar, so you can begin your Healing Journey.⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://modernendocrinewellness.com/join-gut-health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠<< What if the secret to healing your hormones and rebuilding your metabolism wasn’t more dieting or cardio—but real food and strength training? In this empowering episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith welcomes Kitty Blomfield and Craig McDonald, co-founders of NuStrength, The RYM Method, and the Win At Life Program. Kitty shares her personal journey through years of fad diets, intense cardio, and chronic hormonal struggles—including painful periods, broken sleep, digestive issues, and binge eating. Craig, a sports nutritionist and expert in body recomposition, breaks down their science-based, pro-metabolic approach that focuses on healing the metabolism, building muscle, and improving overall wellness—especially for women over 40. This episode is a must-listen if you're tired of quick fixes and want to embrace real food, strength training, and sustainable transformation. 👤 About the Guests: Kitty Blomfield Kitty is the co-founder of NuStrength and Saturée. Her health journey began with years of restrictive dieting, cardio obsession, and hormonal imbalances. After discovering pro-metabolic nutrition through Emma Sgourakis and strength training through Craig, she transformed her health and now helps thousands of women do the same. 📸 Kitty’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kittyblomfield Craig McDonald Craig is a Recomp Certified Coach and Sports Nutritionist who specializes in metabolic recovery and body recomposition. He co-developed a powerful system that combines science-backed nutrition and strength training to help women reclaim their health and confidence. 🔑 Key Topics Covered: The dangers of yo-yo dieting and restrictive fitness trends Why cardio overload may do more harm than good for your hormones The truth about pro-metabolic nutrition and how it supports thyroid and hormone health How strength training helps with fat loss, muscle gain, and energy regulation Why women over 40 need to rethink weight loss strategies How nutrient-dense foods like organ meats support metabolic and hormonal repair The importance of tracking macros without obsession Why sleep, stress, and self-care are non-negotiables in true health Insights into the Win At Life Program App and its client-centered approach The real meaning of body recomposition and sustainable transformation 📲 Follow Dr. Cassie Smith & Modern Endocrine: 💻 Website: https://www.modern-endocrine.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernendocrine_🌟 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernEndocrine📽️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@modernendocrine🕹️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@modernendocrine?lang=en📰 Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/modernendocrine ➡️ Disclaimer: https://www.modernendocrineokc.com/disclaimer-6353