Hope Natural Health Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Erin Ellis sits down with Dr. Jonathan Taves, a physical therapist and founder of Novera Headache Center, to explore why chronic headaches and migraines may involve much more than the brain. They discuss the connections between the neck, jaw, shoulders, hormones, sleep, stress, inflammation, and airway function, and why identifying the factors contributing to your pain matters. Dr. Taves explains his three-part framework for understanding headaches and migraines, including the source of pain, developmental factors that may affect function, and systemic factors that influence your overall pain threshold. He also shares why airway issues and mouth breathing are often overlooked, how hormonal shifts can increase migraine vulnerability, and why treating the neck alone may not address everything contributing to symptoms. You'll also hear practical steps you can start with, from incorporating more movement into your day to supporting better sleep, nasal breathing, and overall nutrition.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why headaches and migraines aren't always coming from where you feel the pain How the neck, jaw, and shoulders can contribute to head and facial pain How hormonal shifts may influence migraine vulnerability Why airway function and mouth breathing deserve more attention How sleep position, movement, stress, and nutrition can affect your pain threshold Dr. Taves' three-spoke framework for evaluating chronic headaches and migraines Simple steps you can take to start supporting your body   Connect with Dr. Jonothan Taves Want to learn more about Dr. Jono Taves and his approach to headaches and migraines? Dr. Jono is the founder of Novera Headache Center, where he looks beyond the head pain itself to explore how the neck, jaw, shoulders, airway, hormones, sleep, stress, and overall health may be contributing to your symptoms. Novera Headache Center offers in-person care, a travel patient program for those coming from outside Colorado, headache and migraine health coaching, and a free Headache Freedom community. Visit Novera Headache Center to learn more about Dr. Jono's approach and the programs available. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noveraheadachecenter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theheadachedoctor   For more on Dr. Erin: Join The Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Work with Dr. Erin here: https://p.bttr.to/3E88ps4 Buy Dr. Erin's Supplements here: https://drerinellis.com/shop Get the Period Productivity Planner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBYBRT5Q?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Download the FREE Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Guide here: https://detox.drerinellis.com/ Watch The Free Video "7 Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Goals" here: https://weightloss.drerinellis.com/ Let's Be Friends: Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Follow Dr. Erin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd Follow Dr. Erin on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.erinellis?lang=en Join the Free Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Bookmark Dr. Erin's Website: www.drerinellis.com Subscribe to Hope Natural Health on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHYVmNEu5tKu91EATHhEiA Follow Hope Natural Health on FB: https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth Sign up for Newsletters here: https://booking.hopenaturalhealth.com/widget/form/VUubL7MNYELduwQL8ssI

In this episode of the Hope Natural Health Podcast, Dr. Erin Ellis breaks down the viral "cortisol cocktail" trend, separates the myths of "adrenal fatigue" from real HPA axis dysregulation, and explains what is actually causing that persistent tired-but-wired exhaustion so many women experience.   In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why the viral "cortisol cocktail" trend appeals to exhausted women and what the ingredients actually do in your body The truth about "adrenal fatigue" and why it isn't a recognized medical diagnosis How the HPA axis works and what real HPA axis dysregulation looks like across your day Why a single morning cortisol blood draw often misses the underlying pattern of exhaustion What tests and steps to look at instead including four-point cortisol testing, thyroid panels, and blood sugar regulation   Feeling Tired All the Time? If you're exhausted all day, wired at night, or struggling to understand why you don't feel like yourself, the Why Am I So Tired? Assessment can help you start connecting the dots between your symptoms and what may be driving them. Take the Why Am I So Tired? Assessment here: https://whyamisotired.hopenaturalhealth.com/   For more on Dr. Erin: Schedule a Well Woman Exam with Dr. Erin: https://hopenaturalhealth.practicebetter.io/#/619ef36b398033103c7b6bf9/bookings?s=61bbf0633980331230a27d04&step=date Work with Dr. Erin here: https://p.bttr.to/3E88ps4 Buy Dr. Erin's Supplements here: https://drerinellis.com/shop Get the Period Productivity Planner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBYBRT5Q?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Download the FREE Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Guide here: https://detox.drerinellis.com/ Watch The Free Video "7 Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Goals" here: https://weightloss.drerinellis.com/   Let's Be Friends: Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Follow Dr. Erin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd Follow Dr. Erin on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.erinellis?lang=en Join the Free Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Bookmark Dr. Erin's Website: www.drerinellis.com Subscribe to Hope Natural Health on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHYVmNEu5tKu91EATHhEiA Follow Hope Natural Health on FB: https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth Sign up for Newsletters here:  https://booking.hopenaturalhealth.com/widget/form/VUubL7MNYELduwQL8ssI      

In this episode of the Hope Natural Health Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a double board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist who has specialized in fertility for nearly 20 years. We talk about the factors that can be missed in a conventional fertility workup, including thyroid and autoimmune issues, sperm DNA fragmentation, blood sugar and insulin regulation, gut inflammation, and the vaginal microbiome. Dr. Simmons also explains why recurrent pregnancy loss isn't always a female fertility issue, how male factors can contribute, and why looking beyond basic sperm analysis may be important.   In this episode, you will learn:  Why recurrent pregnancy loss may involve more than genetics How thyroid, autoimmune, and metabolic factors can affect fertility Why sperm DNA fragmentation and male fertility factors matter How gut and vaginal microbiome health may influence pregnancy outcomes The difference between genetic, epigenetic, and chromosomal factors How targeted testing, sleep, and melatonin can support a more comprehensive fertility approach Connect with Dr. Aumatma Simmons Learn more about Dr. Aumatma Simmons and her work in fertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, and root-cause fertility care: Madre Fertility: https://www.madrefertility.com/ Holistic Fertility Institute: https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticfertilitydoctor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aumatma/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAumatmaNd   For more on Dr. Erin: Join The Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Work with Dr. Erin here: https://p.bttr.to/3E88ps4 Buy Dr. Erin's Supplements here: https://drerinellis.com/shop Get the Period Productivity Planner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBYBRT5Q?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Download the FREE Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Guide here: https://detox.drerinellis.com/ Watch The Free Video "7 Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Goals" here: https://weightloss.drerinellis.com/ Let's Be Friends: Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Follow Dr. Erin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd Follow Dr. Erin on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.erinellis?lang=en Join the Free Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Bookmark Dr. Erin's Website: www.drerinellis.com Subscribe to Hope Natural Health on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHYVmNEu5tKu91EATHhEiA Follow Hope Natural Health on FB: https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth Sign up for Newsletters here: https://booking.hopenaturalhealth.com/widget/form/VUubL7MNYELduwQL8ssI  

In this episode of the Hope Natural Health Podcast, Dr. Erin Ellis sits down with Megan Gerber, a functional nutrition and gut health practitioner, to explore why bloating, constipation, reflux, and other digestive symptoms may not be solely about what you eat. They discuss the often-overlooked connection between chronic stress, nervous system regulation, digestion, and the body's ability to heal. Megan explains why constantly adding supplements, restrictive diets, and gut protocols may sometimes keep you stuck, and why addressing nervous system safety and foundational needs can be an important part of a root-cause approach.   In This Episode, You Will Learn:   How chronic stress can affect digestion, motility, and nutrient absorption Why bloating, constipation, reflux, and abdominal discomfort may be connected to nervous system regulation Why treating gut symptoms without addressing potential root causes can lead to recurring problems How doing "all the things" for your gut can sometimes increase stress and keep you stuck Why individualized care and focusing on key "needle movers" can be more effective than trying every protocol How nervous system hypervigilance can influence the way you respond to digestive symptoms What low stomach acid can look like and how it may affect digestion and nutrient absorption   Connect with Megan Gerber: Take the FREE "Why Am I STILL So Bloated?" Quiz: Visit Megan's website and take the quiz to learn more about what may be contributing to your bloating. Website: https://groundednourish.com/   For more on Dr. Erin: Work with Dr. Erin here: https://p.bttr.to/3E88ps4 Buy Dr. Erin's Supplements here: https://drerinellis.com/shop Get the Period Productivity Planner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBYBRT5Q?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Download the FREE Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Guide here: https://detox.drerinellis.com/ Watch The Free Video "7 Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Goals" here: https://weightloss.drerinellis.com/ Let's Be Friends: Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Follow Dr. Erin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd Follow Dr. Erin on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.erinellis?lang=en Join the Free Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Bookmark Dr. Erin's Website: www.drerinellis.com Subscribe to Hope Natural Health on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHYVmNEu5tKu91EATHhEiA Follow Hope Natural Health on FB: https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth Sign up for Newsletters here: https://booking.hopenaturalhealth.com/widget/form/VUubL7MNYELduwQL8ssI

In this episode of the Hope Natural Health Podcast, Dr. Erin Ellis talks about why so many women dread Pap smears and how a difficult or painful past experience can lead to years of avoidance. She breaks down the importance of cervical cancer screening, current screening guidelines, HPV, vaccination, and the newer at-home HPV self-collection options that may make screening more accessible and comfortable for some women.   In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why a difficult or painful past experience can make women avoid Pap smears and pelvic exams for years Why cervical cancer screening is important, even when you feel completely healthy and have no symptoms How often women actually need cervical cancer screening and the differences between HPV testing, Pap testing, and co-testing How at-home HPV self-collection works and how it may make screening more comfortable and accessible What a positive HPV result means, including why it does not automatically mean you have cervical cancer and why follow-up care is still important How HPV vaccination, regular screening, and a supportive Well Woman Exam can all play a role in protecting your cervical health For more on Dr. Erin: Schedule a Well Woman Exam with Dr. Erin: https://hopenaturalhealth.practicebetter.io/#/619ef36b398033103c7b6bf9/bookings?s=61bbf0633980331230a27d04&step=date Work with Dr. Erin here: https://p.bttr.to/3E88ps4 Buy Dr. Erin's Supplements here: https://drerinellis.com/shop Get the Period Productivity Planner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBYBRT5Q?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Download the FREE Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Guide here: https://detox.drerinellis.com/ Watch The Free Video "7 Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Goals" here: https://weightloss.drerinellis.com/   Let's Be Friends: Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Follow Dr. Erin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd Follow Dr. Erin on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.erinellis?lang=en Join the Free Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Bookmark Dr. Erin's Website: www.drerinellis.com Subscribe to Hope Natural Health on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHYVmNEu5tKu91EATHhEiA Follow Hope Natural Health on FB: https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth Sign up for Newsletters here: https://booking.hopenaturalhealth.com/widget/form/VUubL7MNYELduwQL8ssI