Today, Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with Dr. Aimee Duffy, the founder of Carolina Integrative Medicine. They discuss Dr. Duffy’s path into functional and integrative medicine, highlighting the importance of hormonal health, nutrition, and lifestyle choices for overall wellness. Their conversation touches on common misconceptions about hormone therapy, the connection between cholesterol and hormones, and why preventative, holistic care matters. They emphasize the importance of patient education, resilience, and creative wellness strategies, encouraging listeners to take proactive steps toward long-term health and vitality. You’re not going to want to miss this conversation, so tune in!

Bio: Dr. Aimee Duffy

Dr. Aimee Duffy is a board-certified physician and founder of Carolina Integrative Medicine, specializing in functional and integrative healthcare. With over 20 years of medical experience, Dr. Duffy is dedicated to empowering individuals to regain their vitality and wellness by addressing the root causes of complex health challenges like hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, weight changes, and mood disorders.

A bestselling author of Normal Doesn’t Have Side Effects, Dr. Duffy combines her extensive knowledge of conventional medicine with holistic treatments to create personalized care plans that include nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and hormone balancing. Known for her compassionate approach, she provides a supportive space where patients feel heard, understood, and guided throughout their health journeys.

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Show Highlights:

Impact of Hormones on Chronic Disease (00:06:54 ) Relationship between hormonal decline and increased risk of chronic diseases

Hormones, Surgery, and Recovery Efficiency (00:12:13 ) Role of hormonal balance in surgical outcomes and recovery

Integrative Approach to Health (00:14:03 ) Importance of nutrition, environment, and lifestyle in overall health and recovery

Patient Education & Foundational Wellness (00:18:59 )Approach to patient education, wellness programs, and the multifactorial nature of health

Alcohol, Blood Sugar, and Hot Flashes (00:20:02 ) Lifestyle factors like alcohol and blood sugar, and how they affect symptoms and hormones

**Stress, Adrenals, and Hormonal Imbalance (00:23:15 ) **Chronic stress and how it affects cortisol, progesterone, and overall hormonal health

**Diet, Fasting, and Intentional Eating (00:28:59 ) **Fasting, intentional eating, and the impact of modern diets on health

**Proactive Anti-Aging & Longevity (00:47:37 ) **Proactive health measures for longevity and optimal aging, not just lifespan extension

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