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Eric Perner spent most of his early life and career on horseback learning the craft and trade of equine athletic competitions at the highest level.  After competing nationwide as a professional journeymen jockey for 10 years he retired and completed his Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of Tulsa, he has since received his Professional Engineering license and served in multiple executive roles in the O&G industry.  Later he moved on from the extractive O&G industry and became a full time cattle rancher, Co-Founder/CEO of REP Provisions, a direct to consumer supplier of locally raised regenerative meats from local family farms, and COO of Rebellion Energy Solutions, a company focusing on the plugging of leaking O&G wells and the restoration of these lands to regenerative landscapes.  He uses his diverse skill sets to develop unique environmental solutions in the Energy Industry and for various problems facing agriculture. Eric is an educator on the topic of regenerative agriculture and his unique insights show why cattle can be an intricate and necessary part of our grassland ecosystems; however, the improper management of cattle can lead to environmental degradation.  Eric owns the Double P Ranch in Mounds, Oklahoma where they produce grass-fed beef, goat, lamb and pastured pork as part of the supply chain for REP Provisions. He operates his ranch as a Savory Global Business Hub to provide restoration grazing education and guidance for other local ranchers in the methods of holistic management to create the conditions that lead to the regeneration of our native grasslands.  In this episode, Tara and regenerative rancher Eric Perner dive into how truly regenerative agriculture restores soil, water cycles, and biodiversity while improving human health and why voting with your food dollars really matters.   RESOURCES: Learn more about Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv Instagram: @repprovisions Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara   CHAPTERS: 00:03 – Host intro & why Eric's back on 02:00 – Sponsor: Rep Provisions coupon and challenge to go regenerative 02:27 – Sponsor: Peluva barefoot shoes ad 04:09 – Gratitude & how they met at Paleo f(x) 05:50 – Eric's mission and founding Rep Provisions 08:03 – Discovering Savory Institute & holistic grazing education 10:52 – Why regenerative agriculture matters for human health 13:26 – Biodiversity collapse, shifting baselines, and extinction alarm 16:04 – Disconnection from food systems and how the "they grow the food" mindset hurts us 20:06 – How to actually vet regenerative brands as a consumer 23:34 – What true regenerative looks like vs greenwashing and "carbon tunnel vision" 27:40 – Ranching as ecosystem stewardship, not just beef production 31:49 – Higher Coaching, labs, HTMA, and biohacking support 34:18 – App, community, and retreats as lower‑ticket ways to work with Terra 36:36 – Fire as a regenerative tool and controlling invasive trees 43:01 – Milkweed, monarchs, and supporting pollinators at home 43:16 – Tallgrass prairie vs monocrop corn: the small water cycle demo 52:40 – Why buying regenerative meat is a powerful vote with your dollars 58:22 – Beef prices, Eric's own health markers, and why quality protein pays off long term   WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats   SOCIAL MEDIA:  Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison   INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15    If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!

You were told to try again. Maybe you were told it was bad luck, or to wait until it happened a third time before anyone would look. Here is what changed this year. In 2026, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine updated its definition of recurrent pregnancy loss for the first time since 2012. Two losses now meet the definition, not three, and a positive test that ended early counts. The old number kept women waiting for a third loss before the investigation even started. Here is the part no one tells you. Meeting the definition gets you a workup. It does not guarantee the workup is complete. After two or more losses, up to half of couples are told the same word. Unexplained. The losses are real. What gets called a complete workup is the question. This episode is the 9 specific things we most often find that are rarely checked before a woman is told her losses were unexplained or simply bad luck. Pull it up. Take notes. Bring it to your next appointment. The 9 patterns: Thyroid, the full panel and antibodies, not just TSH Antiphospholipid antibodies, tested correctly Chronic endometritis The reproductive microbiome, vaginal and seminal The gut, hidden gluten, and inflammation Sperm DNA fragmentation The male partner's full bloodwork Blood sugar and metabolic patterns The nervous system and progesterone These are the areas that sit outside a standard miscarriage workup. A 2012 meta-analysis in Human Reproduction, pooling sixteen studies and nearly three thousand couples, found miscarriage rates rose with sperm DNA damage, with about twice the relative risk. Unexplained rarely means there is nothing to find. It usually means the search stopped at the karyotype, one antiphospholipid test, the anatomy, and a TSH. For the full breakdown of every pattern, read the companion article, Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: The Functional Fertility Approach, at https://fabfertile.com/blogs/learn/recurrent-pregnancy-loss WHAT YOUR CLINIC MISSED The companion guide walks through all 9 of these patterns in more detail, so you can take it to your next appointment and ask the questions. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line MISSED, and we will send you the guide. FUNCTIONAL FERTILITY SECOND OPINION A free 45-minute call where I review your labs, your history, your losses, and your partner's results with you. You leave knowing what your biology has been telling you and what your next decision could be. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line FERTILE, or book here. ABOUT THE HOST I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally, a podcast with over one million downloads. My functional fertility team works with couples navigating low AMH and failed IVF, reviewing functional lab results, gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, toxin testing, and bloodwork alongside nervous system work, to help identify patterns that may not have been considered. We work alongside your medical team, not instead of them. Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile, host of Get Pregnant Naturally (1M+ downloads), and author of Fabulously Fertile. If this episode helped, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It is how other women find this work. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 What "Unexplained" Means and What the 2026 Guideline Changed 01:30 Who's Reviewing Your Case at Fab Fertile 04:00 Thyroid: The Full Panel, Not Just TSH 05:50 Antiphospholipid Antibodies, Tested Correctly 06:30 Chronic Endometritis 07:30 The Reproductive Microbiome 08:30 The Gut, Hidden Gluten, and Inflammation 10:30 What Your Clinic Missed Guide 11:00 Sperm DNA Fragmentation 12:30 The Male Partner's Full Bloodwork 13:50 Blood Sugar and Metabolic Patterns 15:20 The Nervous System and Progesterone 16:30 What "Unexplained" Really Means 17:20 The Functional Fertility Second Opinion

This is one of those episodes I usually reserve for my mentorship courses and the practitioners I train, so I'm really glad I decided to bring it to the show. There is so much noise right now on Instagram and TikTok about liver health and gallbladder health, but a 20-slide carousel can only go so deep. My hope is that hearing this explained — with real stories and analogies — actually moves you to explore your own digestive health in a meaningful way. In this episode, I cover: Why your liver, digestive system, and nervous system are interconnected — and what happens when one goes offline The constellation of symptoms that get dismissed as "just IBS" or "just perimenopause" (bloating, bowel irregularities, right-sided shoulder ache, mood swings, waking between 1–3 AM, and more) How your liver metabolizes estrogen — and what estrogen dominance really signals about liver load The two phases of liver detoxification, which nutrients support each phase (B vitamins, magnesium bisglycinate, glycine, NAC), and what happens when those phases become sluggish The gallbladder's role as the liver's partner — and why removing it without addressing root cause is a missed opportunity The gut–brain axis, the vagus nerve, and why 90% of your serotonin is made in the gut Beta-glucuronidase — why your gut microbiome is directly influencing your hormone balance Blood work markers to request from your doctor: ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, bilirubin, albumin, ferritin, fasting insulin, HbA1c, full lipid panel, and more Functional testing I recommend: comprehensive stool test, Dutch Complete, HTMA, and when to consider an OAT test Nutrition priorities: cruciferous vegetables, bitter greens, fiber diversity, healthy fats, choline (please don't ditch the egg yolk), and eating in a parasympathetic state Supplement support for the liver, gut, and nervous system — including Hepato DR, L-glutamine, GI Revive, ox bile, calcium D-glucarate, and adaptogens Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project  - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship:  jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  

WATCH ON YOUTUBE HERE. Have you ever looked at your HTMA results and thought: "Okay... but what does any of this actually mean?" If so, today's episode is for you. I'm joined by women's health dietitian and HTMA expert Amanda Montalvo for a deep dive into one of our favorite parts of the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis test: significant ratios. Inside Nourished Fertility, HTMAs have completely transformed how we support women with period loss, fertility struggles, thyroid symptoms, and hormone imbalances. These tests allow us to see deeper than standard blood work and understand how stress, metabolism, nervous system function, thyroid health, and mineral status are impacting your fertility journey. In this conversation, Amanda breaks down exactly what significant ratios are, why they matter, and how they help us understand what's happening behind symptoms like: Missing or irregular periods Fertility challenges Low energy and burnout Thyroid symptoms Blood sugar instability Anxiety and overwhelm Difficulty recovering from stress We also discuss why hormone imbalances are often the last thing to show up in the body—and why minerals may be the missing piece you've been overlooking. If you've completed an HTMA, are considering one, or simply want a better understanding of how minerals impact fertility, this episode is a must-listen. Ready to Restore Your Fertility? If you have a missing or irregular period and you're ready to uncover the root cause, we'd love to support you inside Premier Period Recovery for Fertility.

https://youtu.be/TNwDOMFY9O4 (FULL)In this powerful full episode, we sit down with Chelsea Kent of Solutions Pet Products, LLC and Hero's Pets in Colorado to talk about one of the biggest issues in the pet food world: synthetic vitamins and what they may be doing to our dogs and cats.At Pure Pawsitivity™, we are proudly synthetic-free because we believe pets deserve nutrition from real, whole food ingredients, not isolated synthetic additives, fillers, or questionable sourcing. And synthetic vitamins are only one piece of the much bigger conversation around what is really happening in the commercial pet food industry.Chelsea brings so much knowledge to this episode, from working within AAFCO regulations to understanding how companies can formulate complete and balanced foods using 100% whole food ingredients. We also talk about HTMA hair testing through ParsleyPet.com, which can help identify mineral imbalances, deficiencies, and potential toxic metal exposure.We trust Solutions Pet Products deeply, and after this conversation, we are even more grateful to carry and support this incredible company.Please follow and subscribe. It's free, and it helps us so much as we continue getting this information out to pets and the people who love them.Learn more:Solutions Pet ProductsHero's Pets in ColoradoParsleyPet.com for HTMA hair testingPurePawsitivity.comAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.@followers

For most people, donor eggs is at the bottom of the list. It is not where you wanted to land. And if your clinic is recommending it, something in you is saying there has to be more to look at first. Here is what we see every week. The donor egg recommendation rarely arrives after a complete workup. It arrives after looking at the AMH, the FSH, the follicle count, maybe a basic semen analysis, and maybe being told your TSH is normal. Those numbers are real. The diagnosis is real. What gets called complete is the question. This episode is the 11 specific things we most often find skipped before the recommendation gets made. Pull it up. Take notes. Bring it to your next appointment. The 11 patterns: 1. Thyroid, the full panel, not just TSH 2. The gut, including H. pylori 3. Hidden food sensitivities 4. Medications you are already on that affect fertility 5. The vaginal microbiome 6. The seminal microbiome 7. The male partner's full bloodwork 8. Sperm DNA fragmentation 9. Vaginal and seminal cross-contamination between partners 10. The nervous system and HPA axis 11. Liver function and hormone clearance These are the tests that sit outside the standard fertility workup. A 2024 study in Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics found that ovarian reserve markers like AMH do not significantly predict natural conception in women with regular cycles. The donor egg recommendation comes from one snapshot, not the full investigation. If this is the first episode you have landed on in this series, go back and listen to "Told Donor Eggs Are Your Only Option? Ask This First," then "How Long Should I Try With My Own Eggs Before Donor Eggs?" then "The Gut Findings Your Clinic Did Not Look For," and "Multiple Failed IVF And Told Donor Eggs?" This episode brings all of it together. WHAT YOUR CLINIC MISSED The companion guide walks through all 11 of these patterns in more detail, so you can take it to your next appointment and ask the questions. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line MISSED, and we will send you the guide. FUNCTIONAL FERTILITY SECOND OPINION A free 45-minute call where I review your labs, your history, and your partner's results with you. You leave knowing what your biology has been telling you and what your next decision could be. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line FERTILE, or book here. ABOUT THE HOST I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally, a podcast with over one million downloads. My functional fertility team works with couples navigating low AMH and failed IVF, reviewing functional lab results, gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, toxin testing, and bloodwork alongside nervous system work, to help identify patterns that may not have been considered. We work alongside your medical team, not instead of them. Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile, host of Get Pregnant Naturally (1M+ downloads), and author of Fabulously Fertile. If this episode helped, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It is how other women find this work. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The Donor Egg Recommendation and What Gets Called Complete 01:00 Who's Reviewing Your Case at Fab Fertile 02:00 Thyroid: The Full Panel, Not Just TSH 03:00 The Gut and H. pylori 04:00 Hidden Food Sensitivities 05:00 Medications That Affect Fertility 06:30 The Vaginal Microbiome 08:00 The Seminal Microbiome 08:30 The Male Partner's Full Bloodwork 09:00 Sperm DNA Fragmentation 09:30 Cross-Contamination Between Partners 11:00 The Nervous System and HPA Axis 11:30 Liver Function and Hormone Clearance 13:00 The Functional Fertility Second Opinion

Send Audrey a Text to get your question answered on the showToday we're tackling one of the most frequently cited studies in the world of equine hair tissue mineral analysis, or HTMA.If you've spent any time researching HTMA, you've probably heard someone say:"That 2022 Journal of Equine Veterinary Science study proved hair mineral testing doesn't work."And honestly, that's one of the reasons I wanted to record this episode.Because after reviewing more than 10,000 mane mineral analyses over the years, I think it's important thatwe discuss what the study actually found, what it didn't find, and perhaps most importantly, whether it waseven asking the same question that many HTMA practitioners are asking.Now before we begin, I want to be very clear.This is not an episode about dismissing research.It's not an episode about defending HTMA at all costs.In fact, I agree with some of the concerns raised by the study.I think it highlights important challenges within the industry. Tune in for more. Minerals and Metals Mane Test: https://equine-energy-medicine.myshopify.com/products/minerals-and-metals-mane-test?variant=51330892300592Find all the Resource Listed Here: linktr.ee/equineenergymedAudrey is not an MD or DVM and has never implied or claimed to be either. Audrey holds a Doctoral Degree of Traditional Naturopathy and a Masters Degree in Science. She created an evidenced-based anti-inflammatory nutrition program for equine and has successfully helped over 10k horses. This information is not meant to diagnose, prescribe for, treat, or cure, and is not a replacement for your veterinarian.  These are my personal interpretations based on my education, skill and experience. Equine Energy Medicine refers to non-invasive, supportive modalities focused on energetic balance, nutrition, and overall well-being, and does not replace veterinary care.

Send us Fan MailKyle Peche became severely ill at the age of 18, when people should be filled with energy and good health. He was experiencing extreme brain fog, debilitating fatigue, severe constipation, GI issues, joint pain, skin rashes, and dozens of other symptoms. After many years of obsessive research, he finally found his way to health through systematic, step-by-step detoxification & Mineral-Balancing.Mineral Balancing is a holistic healing science that heals most ailments without the use of drugs. It uses Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) as a compass, which guides directions regarding precise supplement, detoxification, diet, and lifestyle recommendations based on the HTMA that move the body towards more balanced biochemistry, which maximizes the body's cellular energy. The body in turn heals itself, which causes not only elimination of symptoms, but also better quality of life!With a passion ignited from his own suffering, Kyle has now coached hundreds of people to higher health through proper full body detoxification & cellular rejuvenation.Find Kyle at-https://www.jyotimineralbalancing.com/IG- @kyle_pecheYT- @Jyoti Mineral BalancingTHE REJUVINATION ROADMAP MASTERCLASS! Sign up here for FREE!https://www.jyotimineralbalancing.com/masterclass-sign-upFind Boundless Body at-myboundlessbody.comBook a session with us here! 

Did you know a small sample of hair can reveal what three months of blood tests might miss? In episode 204, I'm sitting down with Dee Davidson, board-certified functional health practitioner and hormone health expert, to talk about the HTMA hair mineral test and why it's one of the most useful tools she uses with her clients. If you have Hashimoto's and you feel like something is still off despite normal labs, this episode is for you. In this episode, you'll learn: Why a blood test gives you a real-time snapshot but the HTMA shows your mineral reserves over three full months What the hair test actually measures, including fight-or-flight status, blood sugar patterns, adrenal load, and hidden stressors How to stop guessing at supplements and start understanding what your body actually needs Hit play and find out what your minerals have been trying to tell you.   CONNECT WITH DEE DAVIDSON Website: confidentlyloveyourself.com  Instagram: @confidently_love_yourself   JOIN THE HEALTH WITH HASHIMOTO'S COMMUNITY The Health with Hashimoto's community is on Skool: https://www.skool.com/health-with-hashimotos/about Find all links on my resource page: https://healthwithhashimotos.com/resources/   ABOUT THE PODCAST & ESTHER: The Health with Hashimoto's podcast will help you explore the root causes of your autoimmune condition and discover holistic solutions to address your Hashimoto's thyroiditis. It is hosted by Esther Yunkin, a registered nurse, holistic health educator, and Hashimoto's warrior.   This podcast is for informational and educational purposes. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your healthcare professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Send us Fan MailMost women have spent years hearing the same fitness advice:Eat less.Exercise more.Do more cardio.Try harder.But what happens when you're doing all the "right" things and your body still isn't responding the way it used to?In this episode, Cody sits down with Ariana Hakman, Founder and COO of LunaFit, to discuss what women really need to know about fitness, muscle, metabolism, recovery, and aging well.Together they unpack why traditional fitness advice often falls short for women, especially during midlife, and why building strength may be one of the most important investments a woman can make for her future health.You'll learn:• Why fitness often feels harder as women age • What happens to muscle mass and metabolism over time • Common fitness myths women should stop believing • Why strength training matters for hormones, blood sugar, confidence, and longevity • How chronic stress impacts recovery and results • Signs your body may be under-recovered or overtrained • The role of protein, walking, sleep, and stress management in long-term health • How to create a sustainable fitness routine during busy seasons of life • Why fitness should be viewed as self-respect instead of punishment • What women can do now to remain strong, active, and independent for decades to comeThis conversation is a refreshing reminder that fitness isn't about becoming smaller.It's about becoming stronger.It's about having the energy, resilience, and confidence to fully participate in your life.Connect with Ariana Hakman & LunaFit:Website: https://lunafit.com Instagram: @lunafitapp TikTok: @lunafituniverseConnect with Cody:Website: https://mixhers.com use code Cody for 15% off Instagram: @codyjeansanders Instagram: @mixhersWant to learn more about Cody's HTMA Mineral Testing and CALM Program? Email Cody at cody@mixhers.com with the subject line HTMA or CALM. Looking for Hormone Replacement Therapy or Peptides?Work with Cody's Clinical TeamIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs this conversation.Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

You have done IVF more than once. Maybe twice. Maybe three times. Maybe more. Each cycle they tweaked the protocol. Higher dose. Lower dose. Different stimulation drug. Different trigger. Added growth hormone. Added DHEA. Mini IVF. Dual stim. Each cycle the protocol changed. And now they are telling you donor eggs. Here is the question this episode is about. They changed the protocol every time. Did anyone look at what was already in your body when each of those protocols arrived? That is what this episode is about. The layer underneath every protocol. In this episode: - Protocol vs system: what your clinic was trained to adjust, and what nobody adjusted across any of your cycles - Why the donor egg conversation arrives after the only variable your clinic was trained to address has been exhausted, not after a full review of your body - The thyroid, iron, B12, vitamin D, inflammation, gut, cortisol, mineral, vaginal microbiome, and blood sugar markers that did not change between cycle 1 and cycle 5 - Why we look at ferritin against 80 to 100 going into IVF, not the lab reference of 15 - What a 2024 study in Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics found about ovarian reserve markers and natural conception — and why donor eggs gets recommended on markers the literature itself does not support If this is the first episode you have landed on in this series, go back and listen to "Told Donor Eggs Are Your Only Option? Ask This First," then "How Long Should I Try With My Own Eggs Before Donor Eggs?" and "The Gut Findings Your Clinic Did Not Look For." This episode builds on all three. ——— WHAT YOUR CLINIC MISSED The full thyroid panel, not just a TSH. The iron panel that flags ferritin against the fertility target. The gut microbiome testing your REI does not order. The inflammatory markers they tell you are normal. And the male side that almost nobody investigates. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line MISSED, and we will send you the guide. ——— FUNCTIONAL FERTILITY SECOND OPINION A free 45-minute call where I review your labs, your history, and your partner's results with you. You leave knowing what your biology has been telling you and what your next decision could be. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line FERTILE, or book here. ——— ABOUT THE HOST I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally, a podcast with over one million downloads. My functional fertility team works with couples navigating low AMH and failed IVF, reviewing functional lab results, gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, toxin testing, and bloodwork alongside nervous system work, to help identify patterns that may not have been considered. We work alongside your medical team, not instead of them. Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile, host of Get Pregnant Naturally (1M+ downloads), and author of Fabulously Fertile. ——— If this episode helped, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It is how other women find this work. ——— TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The Protocol Changed Every Time. Did Anyone Change You? 01:00 Who's Reviewing Your Case at Fab Fertile 02:00 Protocol vs System: The Layer Underneath Every IVF 03:00 What Your Body Brought to Every Cycle 04:30 What the 2024 Research Says About AMH 06:00 The Markers That Did Not Change Between Cycles 07:30 Why Multiple Tests Are Not One Test 09:00 The Donor Egg Recommendation With Half the Data 10:30 The Functional Fertility Second Opinion

Have you ever promised yourself you'd drink less, only to find yourself reaching for that glass of wine again after a stressful day?You're not alone.In this eye-opening episode of Confidently Balance Your Hormones, Dee sits down with clinical hypnotherapist and author Tansy Forrest to discuss why so many high-achieving women find themselves using alcohol as a coping tool for stress, anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, and emotional exhaustion.Tansy works with women who often appear successful and high-functioning on the outside but are quietly struggling with the "wine o'clock" cycle behind the scenes. Together, Dee and Tansy explore the connection between nervous system dysregulation, chronic stress, emotional health, and alcohol habits.This conversation isn't about judgment or labels. It's about understanding what's really driving the behavior and creating healthier ways to support your mind and body.In This Episode You'll Learn:✔ Why willpower alone rarely works long term✔ The connection between stress, cortisol, anxiety, and alcohol cravings✔ Why so many women turn to wine during perimenopause and midlife✔ How nervous system dysregulation impacts daily habits✔ The role of hypnotherapy in changing behaviors and thought patterns✔ Practical strategies to reduce alcohol consumption without feeling deprived✔ How shame keeps women stuck and what to do instead✔ Why moderation can feel impossible when the root cause hasn't been addressedWhether you're curious about your relationship with alcohol or simply looking for healthier ways to manage stress, this episode offers powerful insights and practical tools to help you feel more in control and supported.About Tansy ForrestTansy Forrest is a clinical hypnotherapist and author of Ten Steps to Drink Less and Live Well. She helps professionals, parents, and high-achieving women understand the underlying reasons they drink, build healthier coping skills, and create sustainable change without relying solely on willpower.Connect with Tansyhttps://tansyforrest.com/ https://www.drinklesslivewell.comConnect with Dee Davidsonhttps://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/If you're struggling with stress, burnout, hormone imbalance, anxiety, gut health concerns, or unexplained symptoms, functional lab testing can help uncover hidden stressors contributing to how you feel.Schedule a Discovery Session with Dee to learn more about GI Stool Testing, HTMA, hormone support, and root-cause healing.https://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/discovery-sessionMedical DisclaimerThis podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical or mental health concerns.

Get started with the Sleep Mineral Analysis: https://thesleepdetective.com/sleep-mineral-analysisIf you've tried magnesium, sleep hygiene, maybe even the doctor who told you your bloodwork looks fine, and you're still waking up at 3am, this week's episode is worth your time.I just put together something new, the Sleep Mineral Analysis, and this episode walks you through exactly what it is and what's in it. It's built around a test called the HTMA, and it reads something standard bloodwork never looks at: three months of mineral activity in your tissue. What's depleted, what's out of balance and whether heavy metals are sitting in your body interfering with your sleep.Mineral imbalances and heavy metals were a big part of the reason why I didn't sleep well for 2 years.Here's what the episode covers:The test that reads three months of data your doctor never looks atWhy your bloodwork can look completely normal while your minerals are depletedHow mineral imbalances and heavy metals drive 3am wake-upsWhy magnesium doesn't work for everyone and what to check insteadEverything included in the Sleep Mineral Analysis and how to get startedIf you've already tried the standard answers and they haven't worked, the right test may just not have been run yet.

My perimenopause health journey: stress, poor sleep, belly fat, hormone shifts, HTMA testing, and the lifestyle changes helping me heal. If any of this resonates with you let's connect. Message me at @KyraWilliamsFitness on IG or email Kyra@KyraWilliamsFitness.com

Is your brain accumulating toxins that are stealing your focus, memory, and mental clarity without you even knowing it? Research shows that heavy metals enter the brain by hijacking your own mineral pathways, a process known as ionic mimicry. And most people have no idea it's happening. I sit down with Clark Engelbert to break down exactly how metals like aluminum, lead, cadmium, and mercury cross the blood-brain barrier and what they do to the brain. Clark shares current research on aluminum in postmortem autistic and Alzheimer's brains and explains why mineral deficiency opens the door to metal toxicity. His client results speak for themselves: nonverbal autistic kids going verbal, ADHD symptoms reduced, panic disorder resolved, bone density improved, all through mineral balancing and HTMA. If brain fog, memory loss, or cognitive decline concerns you, this episode will reframe your approach to reclaiming your brain's health.    "Everyone is subclinically toxic in metals. It doesn't really matter who you are, where you live, or your stage of life. Everyone has metal toxicity." ~Clark Engelbert   In This Episode: - Meet Clark Engelbert - How heavy metals enter the body and brain - The impact of metals in the brain, and why aluminum is the biggest threat - Other harmful heavy metals: how they get into the body - How to remove metals from the brain - Mineral balancing vs. supplementing individual minerals - How mineral deficiency accelerates metal absorption - Mineral balancing basics and heavy metal testing - Exley study on aluminum in postmortem autistic brains - Client success stories: autism, ADHD, & other reversals - Generational metal inheritance and injected aluminum  - The HTMA Pro practitioner training program   Products & Resources Mentioned: HTMA Pro Practitioners' Program: Sign up at https://htmapro.com/   Puori Grass-Fed PW1 Whey Protein: Use code WENDY20 to save up to 32% off your order and a free shaker worth $25 at https://puori.com/wendy20   Organifi Collagen: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox  Organifi Happy Drops: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox    Heavy Metals Quiz: Check your toxicity score and receive a free video series on how to detox your body at https://heavymetalsquiz.com    About Clark Engelbert: Clark Engelbert is the founder and CEO of Nutritional Analytics, a health consulting service that specializes in mineral balancing and heavy metal detoxification. He has worked with hundreds of clients since starting his company in 2019 and helped many reverse their chronic diseases. He has also trained hundreds of mineral balancing practitioners with his training program with Dr. Leland Stillman - HTMA Secrets. Learn more about Clark and his work at  https://nutritionalanalytics.com/    Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Your clinic told you donor eggs. You walked out wondering how much time you actually have left. Whether waiting six months means missing your window. Whether trying with your own eggs one more time is brave or stupid. The honest answer is longer than your clinic implied. And the window is not your AMH number. In this episode: - Why a 2024 study in Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics found that ovarian reserve markers like AMH do not significantly predict natural conception in women with regular cycles - What the 90-day window before ovulation actually is, and why the eggs you work with six months from now are not the eggs you are working with today - The inputs your clinic's timeline assumed would not change: mitochondrial function, inflammation, iron, B12, zinc, vitamin D, cortisol patterns, toxic load - The clinical pattern we see over more than a decade of cases: month zero to six is where the picture comes into view, twelve to eighteen months is where it can start to move substantially - Why some pictures do not move, and why that is still a reason to look before you decide If this is the first episode you have landed on in this series, go back and listen to "Told Donor Eggs Are Your Only Option? Ask This First" and then "The Gut Findings Your Clinic Did Not Look For." This episode builds on both. ——— WHAT YOUR CLINIC MISSED The full thyroid panel, not just a TSH. The iron panel that flags ferritin. The gut microbiome testing that your REI does not order. The inflammatory markers no one notices. The male side that almost no one investigates. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line MISSED, and we will send you the guide. ——— FUNCTIONAL FERTILITY SECOND OPINION A free 45-minute call where I review your labs, your history, and your partner's results with you. You leave knowing what your biology has been telling you and what your next decision could be. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line FERTILE, or book here. ——— ABOUT THE HOST Now in its eighth year, Get Pregnant Naturally was one of the first podcasts dedicated to the functional fertility approach for low AMH and failed IVF. Hosted by Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile, author of Fabulously Fertile, and host of a podcast with over one million downloads. Fab Fertile is a functional fertility team that works with couples to review the lab work most fertility clinics do not run: gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, full thyroid panel, the iron panel, and inflammation markers, alongside nervous system work. Each week Sarah brings you what the team sees across more than a decade of cases. Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile, host of Get Pregnant Naturally (1M+ downloads), and author of Fabulously Fertile. ——— If this episode helped, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It is how other women find this work. ——— TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The Donor Egg Recommendation and the Real Question 01:00 Who's Reviewing Your Case at Fab Fertile 01:30 AMH Is Not the Countdown Clock 03:00 The 90-Day Window Before Ovulation 04:30 What Actually Changes In 90 Days 07:00 The Fab Fertile Method: What We Investigate 08:30 Why Some Cases Do Not Shift 09:30 The Functional Fertility Second Opinion

If your bloodwork keeps coming back "normal," but youstill feel exhausted, anxious, and hormonally off — this episode is for you.Dana Irvine, FDNP CCT, breaks down Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA): what it is, what it reveals, and why it catches what standard blood tests routinely miss. From magnesium depletion and adrenal burnout to the zinc-copperconnection behind estrogen dominance symptoms, Dana shows how a single hair sample can map three months of your body's metabolic story — and how that blueprint becomes a truly personalized healing protocol. What You'll Learn• Why HTMA captures what blood tests miss• Key minerals tied to perimenopause brain fog, hair loss, and breast tenderness• How sodium/potassium ratios reveal adrenal exhaustion patterns• The zinc-copper imbalance driving estrogen dominance symptoms• How HTMA integrates into a root-cause hormone protocol Episode Timeline00:00  Introduction to HTMA01:44  What HTMA is and how it works03:01  Blood tests vs. HTMA — the key difference03:47  Why mineral ratios matter more than individual levels05:33  Magnesium, sodium & potassium — your stress and adrenal minerals06:53  Zinc, copper & the estrogen dominance connection08:13  Symptoms that point to mineral dysfunction09:57  HTMA inside the FDN H.I.D.D.E.N. framework11:46  Personalized protocols and the four oxidation types12:39  Retesting and tracking your healing progress13:32  Thermography as a companion tool16:02  RESTORE Program — HTMA with CanAlt built in18:11  Your next step: 10 Day Breast & Hormone Reset or the 5 Root Causes Disrupting Your Breast and Hormone Health 19:50  Closing Resources• CanAlt Laboratories — Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis — https://canaltlabs.com• Thermography Medical Clinic  Ready to Find Your Root Cause?

My perimenopause health journey: stress, poor sleep, belly fat, hormone shifts, HTMA testing, and the lifestyle changes helping me heal. Learn more about how Kyra can help you through your perimenopause journey at KyraWilliamsFitness.com.

My perimenopause health journey: stress, poor sleep, belly fat, hormone shifts, HTMA testing, and the lifestyle changes helping me heal.

Told donor eggs after failed IVF? There is a category of testing that your fertility clinic does not run. We rarely run a stool test and find nothing. The IVF cycle did not work. Maybe it was poor response. Maybe it was canceled before retrieval. Maybe you got embryos and they arrested. Maybe the transfer failed. Your clinic looked at your numbers and told you donor eggs. In this episode, Sarah Clark walks through the gut pattern the Fab Fertile team sees in women who come to us after failed IVF with a donor egg recommendation, and why this pattern changes the picture before the next decision. What this episode covers: H. pylori. One of the most common findings in the women who come to us after failed IVF. It impairs absorption of iron, vitamin B12, and zinc, the nutrients that affect egg quality, thyroid function, and hormone production. It is passed back and forth between partners through saliva. If you have it, there is a strong chance your partner has it too. Parasites, giardia, blastocystis. Common findings. Rarely tested at the fertility clinic. Bacterial overgrowth, including streptococcus. Fungal overgrowth and dysbiosis. The reason chasing an anti-candida diet without testing moves you in circles. Elevated calprotectin. A signal of gut inflammation, often present in women with IBD, Crohn's, colitis, and women with no formal diagnosis. Elevated zonulin. A marker of intestinal permeability. The pattern we see after rounds of antibiotics, sinus infections, UTIs, birth control, and high stress. Why this matters before a donor egg decision: H. pylori impairs iron absorption. Ferritin reads low or low-normal. The clinic says iron is fine because the lab range starts around 15. The fertility-optimized range is closer to 50. Iron is foundational to egg quality. The oxygen carrying capacity to your follicles depends on it. B12 affects methylation, the process your body uses to produce the co-factors needed for egg maturation. Zinc affects ovulation and progesterone production. Chronic gut inflammation affects ovarian response to stimulation, implantation, and miscarriage risk. When your clinic looks at a canceled cycle, arrested embryos, or a failed transfer and recommends donor eggs, they are responding to the outcome. They are not asking what is driving the outcome. This episode is for the woman sitting with a donor egg recommendation who is not ready to agree before she understands what was actually evaluated. Next steps: Access the free guide: What Your Clinic Missed. It walks through the markers we review before a donor egg recommendation, including the thyroid panel, the iron panel with the fertility target, the gut testing your REI does not order, the inflammatory markers, and the male side. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line MISSED. Book a Functional Fertility Second Opinion. We will review your labs, your history, your full picture, and your partner's picture together. You will leave knowing what your biology has been telling you and what your next decision should be informed by. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line FERTILE. Or apply here. About the Host I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally, a podcast with over one million downloads. My functional fertility team works with couples navigating low AMH and failed IVF, reviewing functional lab results, gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, toxin testing, and  bloodwork alongside nervous system work, to help identify patterns that may not have been considered. We work alongside your medical team, not instead of them. Subscribe to Get Pregnant Naturally for weekly episodes on fertility optimization, IVF preparation, and the lab work your doctor probably isn't running. Timestamps [00:00] Told Donor Eggs After Failed IVF [01:00] Why the Fab Fertile Team Reviews Your Picture [02:00] H. pylori: The Most Common Gut Finding We See [03:00] Parasites, Streptococcus, and the Bacteria Most REIs Do Not Test [04:00] Why a Single Gut Test Without Fertility Context Misses the Picture [05:00] Iron, Ferritin, and the Fertility Range vs the Lab Range [06:00] B12, Methylation, and Egg Maturation [07:00] Zinc, Ovulation, and Progesterone [08:00] What Your Clinic Missed: The Markers Before a Donor Egg Recommendation [09:00] Why a Donor Egg Recommendation Responds to the Outcome, Not the Cause [10:00] The Functional Fertility Second Opinion: What the Call Covers

The donor egg recommendation rarely comes after a complete workup. It comes after AMH, FSH, and an antral follicle count. That is usually where the investigation stops. In this episode, Sarah Clark walks through what is missing from the workup before women are told donor eggs are their only path: the full thyroid panel, not just TSH. Stool DNA testing for H. pylori, parasites, and food sensitivities. The vaginal microbiome. The male partner's blood work, which most clinics do not run. The nervous system patterns most REIs do not connect to fertility. Sarah shares Rebecca's case as a proof point. Rebecca was 27. Her AMH was 0.04 ng/mL. POI diagnosis. Told donor eggs were her only option. Her stool DNA testing revealed H. pylori and a parasite. Her food sensitivity testing showed gluten, dairy, and egg intolerance. She had adrenal insufficiency, thyroid imbalance, mineral depletion, and toxic load on her workup. Her eczema, migraines, and asthma were not separate issues. After targeted work, she conceived naturally in month five. Outcomes vary. Rebecca's case is one of many we use to illustrate what completing the workup can look like. This episode is for the woman sitting with a donor egg recommendation who is not ready to agree before she understands what was actually evaluated. The goal is clarity. Not opposition to your clinic. Not a guarantee of any outcome. Clarity on what your workup did not include, so that whatever you decide next gets made on the full picture. What this episode covers: The diagnosis is real. The investigation is incomplete. Why TSH alone is not a thyroid panel. H. pylori, hidden food sensitivities, and the gut inflammation driver. Eczema, migraines, and asthma as fertility signals. The male partner's workup should include beyond a semen analysis. Nervous system patterns most REIs do not connect to fertility. Next steps: Access the free guide: What Your Clinic Missed. The guide walks through the markers that the Fab Fertile team reviews before a donor egg recommendation. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line MISSED. Book a Functional Fertility Second Opinion. We'll review your labs, your history, your full picture, and your partner's picture together, so you know what your biology has been telling you and what your next decision should be informed by. Email hello@fabfertile.ca, subject line FERTILE, or book here. About the Host I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally, a podcast with over one million downloads. My functional fertility team works with couples navigating low AMH and failed IVF, reviewing functional lab results, gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, toxin testing, and bloodwork alongside nervous system work, to help identify patterns that may not have been considered. We work alongside your medical team, not instead of them. Subscribe to Get Pregnant Naturally for weekly episodes on fertility optimization, IVF preparation, and the lab work your doctor probably isn't running. Timestamps [00:00] The Donor Egg Recommendation and the Investigation Underneath It [01:00] The Diagnosis Is Real. The Investigation Is Incomplete. [02:00] Sarah's POI Story and Why Fab Fertile Exists [03:00] Rebecca's Case: POI at 27, AMH 0.04, ng/mL Told Donor Eggs Were Her Only Option [04:00] Functional Lab Testing Before a Donor Egg Decision [05:00] What We Found: H. pylori, Parasites, Food Sensitivities, Adrenal Insufficiency, Thyroid [06:00] Eczema, Migraines, Asthma: Not Separate Issues From Fertility [07:00] Rebecca Conceived Naturally in Month Five [08:00] What Your Clinic Missed: The Markers Before a Donor Egg Recommendation [09:00] Why a Standard REI Workup Cannot Answer Why Your Numbers Are What They Are [10:00] Medical Gaslighting and the Permission to Investigate Further [11:00] The Functional Fertility Second Opinion: How It Works  

In this episode, Dee Davidson, FDN-P shares the heart behind her work and how she helps women uncover the root causes of symptoms instead of continuing the cycle of trial and error.Dee walks through her whole-body approach to healing, which combines:Functional lab testingRoot-cause functional medicine protocolsHormone balance supportNervous system regulationNutrition and lifestyle foundationsYou'll learn how tools like GI stool testing, HTMA (hair mineral analysis), hormone testing, and toxin testing can help uncover hidden stressors and healing opportunities contributing to symptoms like:FatigueWeight gainAnxietyHormone imbalanceGut issuesBrain fogSleep disturbancesInflammationThis episode is perfect for women who feel dismissed, are tired of being told everything is “normal,” and want a more personalized, holistic approach to their health.Connect with Dee Davidson, FDN-Phttps://www.facebook.com/coachdeewithclySchedule a Session:https://calendly.com/confidentlyloveyourself/15-minute-discoveryLearn More on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/Join the Free Facebook Community:Confidently Healthy Collective: https://www.facebook.com/groups/confidentlyhealthycollectiveSubscribe to the Podcast for more conversations around hormone health, functional medicine, and root-cause healing.⚠️ Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice from your physician or healthcare provider. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen, supplements, or treatment plan.

Chronic stress and unhealthy relationships alter your minerals, slow your metabolism, and block your ability to detox. In this episode, I'm chatting with Susan Cachay about the surprising ways emotional trauma shows up on a hair tissue mineral analysis and why so many people stay stuck in burnout and poor detoxification despite doing "all the right things." Susan explains how patterns like calcium shell, sympathetic dominance, and poor eliminator patterns develop as survival adaptations. We talk about why low sodium and potassium reflect adrenal burnout, and how mineral deficiencies make it easier for toxic metals to accumulate in the body.  We also unpack the connection between emotional safety, nervous system regulation, and mineral balance, along with why minerals are one of the most overlooked foundations of longevity and healing. If your detox isn't working or your minerals have stayed stubbornly low, this conversation is for you!   "Our emotions will affect our capacity to detoxify, no matter what we're doing." ~ Susan Cachay   In This Episode: - The biochemical impact of emotional trauma on HTMA and detox - Poor eliminator metal patterns and misconceptions - Calcium shell and bioavailable calcium - Adrenal burnout and mineral imbalance - Toxic metals replacing minerals in the body - How different minerals affect emotional resilience - Healing emotional trauma stored in the body - Interpreting mineral patterns on HTMA results   Products & Resources Mentioned: HTMA Success Practitioner Training Program: Learn more at https://htmasuccess.com/  Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask: Get 15% off sitewide at https://boncharge.com with code WENDY, Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at trytruenergy.com/wendy5  Organifi Collagen: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox  Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil: Try a full-size $39 bottle for just $1 to cover shipping at https://getfreshwendy.com  Heavy Metals Quiz: Check your toxicity score and receive a free video series on how to detox your body at https://heavymetalsquiz.com    About Susan Cachay: Susan Cachay, founder of the HTMA Success Practitioner Training Program, is a certified nutritionist with a Bachelor's degree in Education and a Master's in Psychology Counseling. She is one of the most trusted and experienced voices in Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and Mineral-Nutritional Balancing. With over 25 years in practice, 15+ years mentoring wellness professionals, and a personal health journey that fuels her passion, Susan brings the science, the lived experience, and the heart to help clients reclaim their health and to guide practitioners in creating meaningful, sustainable careers. You can learn more about Susan's work at https://htmasuccess.com/    Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Send us Fan MailIn this deep dive episode, Cody Sanders breaks down Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and explains why it has become one of her favorite tools for understanding women's health through an entirely different lens.This conversation goes far beyond “just minerals.”Cody explores how stress, burnout, nervous system dysregulation, blood sugar instability, trauma, hormone imbalance, thyroid dysfunction, PCOS, fertility struggles, and menopause all influence the body's internal terrain — and why so many women feel exhausted, inflamed, anxious, and dismissed despite being told their labs look “normal.”You'll learn how the body adapts to chronic stress over time, why minerals are foundational for energy and hormone signaling, and how healing shifts when we stop fighting the body and start understanding what it's been trying to communicate all along.Throughout the episode, Cody shares powerful client stories that illustrate how rebuilding the body's terrain through nourishment, mineral support, nervous system regulation, blood sugar stability, and recovery can completely change a woman's healing journey.In This Episode, We Cover:What HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) actually isWhy minerals matter for hormones, metabolism, and nervous system regulationThe connection between chronic stress and mineral depletionWhy women can have “normal” thyroid labs but still feel hypothyroidCellular energy, mineral balance, and hormone signalingFast oxidizers vs. slow oxidizers explained simplyHow HTMA can reveal stress adaptation patternsPCOS through a terrain-based and nervous system lensWhy restriction and overtraining can backfireThe importance of mineral reserves before pregnancyHow menopause can expose underlying depletion patternsAutoimmunity, burnout, and loss of resilienceWhy healing is about support, not punishmentHow nervous system regulation changes everythingKey TakeawaysSymptoms are communication, not failureThe body adapts to the environment it believes it's living inHormones cannot be separated from the terrain they operate withinMineral balance affects energy production, stress resilience, thyroid function, detoxification, blood sugar regulation, and nervous system healthMany women are functioning in survival mode without realizing itHealing often begins when the body finally feels safe enough to stop compensatingResources and Links:Learn more about Cody's CALM FrameworkInterested in HTMA testing and mineral balancing support?Connect with Cody:Reach out at cody@mixhers.com, and put HTMA in the subjest title to request a consultation.Instagram: @codyjeansandersUse code CODY for 15% off your order at Mixhers.comIf You Loved This EpisodePlease share this episode with another woman whoDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

Still exhausted months after baby? Can't figure out why you're not recovering? You're probably not depleted from being a bad mom — you're depleted because no one told you the truth about postpartum nutrient loss. In this week's live Q&A, Liz and Becca break down: - Postpartum fatigue & soreness — why back-to-back pregnancies wreck your minerals, what bloodwork to run (Dutch test, HTMA, iron + ferritin), and the supplements that actually move the needle - Non-toxic, affordable hair care — the brands worth buying, what to look for on the label, and why "foamy" shampoo is a red flag - Natural croup & seasonal allergy relief for kids — homeopathic Spongia, D-Hist Jr., quercetin, and what to do at 2am when your kid can't breathe *** CONNECT:

Have you been dealing with perimenopause symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, poor sleep, weight changes, or that frustrating feeling that your body just isn't working the way it used to? In this episode of Living Life Naturally, I'm joined by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and certified Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis practitioner Dori Martin to talk about how to spot the hidden mineral imbalances behind midlife fatigue — and why your labs may look "normal" even when your body still doesn't feel right. Have you been dealing with perimenopause symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, poor sleep, weight changes, or that frustrating feeling that your body just isn't working the way it used to? You've done the bloodwork. You've tried to eat better. You've worked on your sleep. Maybe you've even explored hormone support. And yet… you still feel exhausted, anxious, foggy, wired, depleted, or like your body is somehow working against you. In this episode of Living Life Naturally, I'm joined by Dori Martin, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, certified Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis practitioner, and Midlife Hormone Mastery coach, to talk about a test many women have never been offered: Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, also known as HTMA. Dori has worked with over 5,000 midlife women, and her message is both practical and deeply validating: when women are told their symptoms are "just stress," "just aging," or "just hormones," there may be deeper mineral, metabolic, and nervous system patterns driving how they feel. And this is where the conversation gets so important. Because midlife isn't only about estrogen, progesterone, or hot flashes. It's also about how well your body is creating energy at the cellular level, how your nervous system is responding to years of stress, and whether your mineral patterns are supporting or depleting your body's ability to function well. Dori shares her own powerful story of experiencing a complete body shutdown while caregiving for a parent at end-of-life and navigating her husband's terminal diagnosis as a single mom. Even though she was doing many of the "right" things, she knew something deeper was going on — especially when brain fog, exhaustion, and depletion became impossible to ignore. In our conversation, we talk about why traditional bloodwork can be helpful but incomplete, how HTMA can offer a longer-term picture of mineral balance and heavy metal exposure, and why minerals are like the "spark plugs" of the body. We also discuss the connection between chronic stress, burnout, sodium and potassium depletion, calcium and magnesium patterns, blood sugar, metabolism, mood, and hormone balance. This episode is especially for the woman who has been dismissed, brushed aside, or told everything looks fine when she knows deep down that something still feels off. You'll walk away with a better understanding of why your symptoms may not be random, why your body may be asking for deeper support, and why there truly is no one-size-fits-all approach to midlife wellness. In This Episode, We Talk About Why so many midlife women are told their symptoms are "normal" even when they feel anything but normal. What Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis is and how it may offer insight into cellular function, mineral balance, stress patterns, and heavy metal exposure. Why minerals are like the spark plugs of the body. How chronic stress and nervous system activation can contribute to depletion and burnout. Why sodium and potassium are often low in burnout patterns. Why more calcium isn't always the answer in midlife. How mineral patterns may connect with mood, metabolism, energy, hormones, and weight-loss resistance. Why bloodwork can be helpful but may not tell the whole story. How functional medicine looks at optimization and vitality rather than simply managing sickness. Why midlife women need individualized support instead of one-size-fits-all solutions. About Dori Martin Dori Martin knows firsthand what true burnout and midlife mayhem feel like. At the busiest time of her life, she was a single mom, caregiving for a parent through end-of-life, and then navigating a terminal diagnosis with her husband — and that's when her own body began to shut down. Through her personal and professional journey, Dori discovered that what many women are told is "just stress," "just aging," or "just hormones" is often something deeper. As a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, certified Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis practitioner, and Midlife Hormone Mastery coach, Dori has guided over 5,000 women through workshops, group programs, and one-on-one coaching to support energy, stabilize blood sugar, improve metabolism, and move out of patterns of burnout and weight-loss resistance. Her message is simple and powerful: there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Every body has a unique blueprint — and when you understand the cellular, mineral, and nervous system patterns driving your symptoms, everything finally starts to make sense. Resources from Dori Martin One of the reasons so many midlife women experience extreme burnout is chronic stress and nervous system activation that keeps the body stuck in fight, flight, or freeze. Dori offers a free 5-Minute Nervous System Tune-Up to help remind the mind and body how to return to a calmer, more regulated state. Dori's Website:www.dorimartin.com Sign up for her Foundations to Fabulous:https://hhw1825--lightenup.thrivecart.com/foundations-to-fabulous-htma/ Instagram: @dorimartin_coach Connect with Lynne Website: https://holistic-healthandwellness.com Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthandwellnessllc The Energized Healthy Women's Club:https://www.facebook.com/groups/energized.healthy.women Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnewadsworth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewadsworth Free Resource from Lynne If you're ready to feel more supported, energized, and connected to your body in midlife, download my free guide: Flourish in Midlife:https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/flourish-in-midlife/ Disclaimer The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult with your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health, wellness, supplement, or medication routine. Did You Enjoy the Podcast? If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you would take a moment to leave a 5-star review for the Living Life Naturally podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or iHeart. Your reviews help this podcast reach more women who are navigating midlife, perimenopause, menopause, and beyond — women who are ready to feel more supported, energized, and empowered in their health journey. Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of this beautiful community. Together, we truly can make a difference.

Self-care podcast exploring Key Imbalances and Toxicity in the Body, Reviewing my HTMA Test Results with you & Key Foundations for Healing with Dr. Stephen Cabral TOPICS:: ** Key Imbalances and Toxicity in the Body (08:11). ** Reviewing my HTMA Test Results with you (19:31). ** Key Foundations for Healing (39:48).   NOTES:: Show notes: amberapproved.ca/podcast/662 Leave me a review at amberapproved.ca/review Email me at info@amberapproved.ca   Take the NEW Free Hormone Imbalance Quiz here: https://amberapproved.ca/hormone-imbalance-quiz    Subscribe to newsletter: https://amber-romaniuk.mykajabi.com/newsletter-sign-up    SHOW LINKS: Click below to schedule a 30 minute Complimentary Body Freedom Consultation https://amberapproved.ca/body-freedom-consultation/  Take my free Emotional Eating Quiz here: http://amberapproved.ca/emotional-eating-quiz Listen to Episode 291 about what it's like to work with me here: http://amberapproved.ca/podcast/291/ Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/amberromaniuk Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@amberromaniuk/    ABOUT MY GUEST: Dr. Stephen Cabral is a Board-Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and founder of EquiLife, the global integrative health organization providing at-home lab testing, personalized wellness protocols, and concierge health coaching to over 300,000 clients over the past 25 years.   He also founded the Integrative Health Practitioner Institute (IHPI), which has certified over 5,000 practitioners globally, and hosts The Cabral Concept podcast with 3,500+ episodes and 100 million+ downloads.   After overcoming a life-threatening illness at 17, Dr. Cabral went on to get his doctoral degree and completed over 2,200 internship hours all over the world including India, Sri Lanka, China, Europe, and the U.S.   His latest book, Personomics, is the culmination of his life's mission to provide a personalized approach in helping people transform their health in both mind and body. https://stephencabral.com/    Get your free HTMA Test: Mineral deficiencies are stealing your energy, and toxic heavy metals are inflaming your body.  Some of the most overlooked aspects of health are measured with a simple Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis Test. This test will uncover all of your mineral levels, electrolytes, and toxic heavy metals.  This will give you insight into why you're struggling with chronic low energy, anxiety, brain fog, and more. This is the first test that Dr. Cabral ever ran, and it opened the door for him to finally get well.  Now, he's paying it forward by offering 100 of these tests for free each month to first-time lab clients ($199 value). All you cover is the shipping & handling, and everything else is included completely free.  Simply go to StephenCabral.com/Sugar to claim your free test.  This test is completely free... You just pay the shipping and handling cost. ($199 value) The shipping and handling cost is $17.95 because it also includes return postage and processing, so that it's as easy as possible for you to send back your sample and get your results   MY PARTNERS: Designs For Health Blood Sugar Bundle! One of the hardest parts of overcoming my emotional eating was the INSANE SUGAR and carb cravings. It was the intense sugar and carb cravings. That's why I created my Blood Sugar Bundle with Designs for Health to support your body while you work on emotional eating and breaking binge patterns. It includes chromium for blood sugar balance, L-glutamine to help curb cravings fast, a high-quality probiotic for gut health, and a clean Pure Paleo protein powder to keep you full and stable. I only recommend Designs for Health to my clients because they are third-party tested, family-owned, and use the highest quality ingredients. Quality matters when it comes to truly supporting your body and getting results. Get 30% off The Blood Sugar Bundle in USA and Canada automatically applied at checkout below! Canada Blood Sugar Bundle here for 30% off!  USA Blood Sugar Bundle here for 30% off! You can also get 30% off any Designs for Health supplements anytime, it's my gift to you. Canada: www.designsforhealth.ca  (code AMBER30) USA: www.designsforhealth.com (code AMBER88)

Join Kendra Perry on the Wealthy Coach podcast as she outlines the five key components of successful online programs: education, action steps, personalized support, accountability, and resources.Kendra emphasizes structuring educational content for easy understanding and the importance of clear directives for action. Personalized support, accountability, and purposeful resources are also crucial for client success. Tune in for actionable insights to elevate your coaching programs!Here's what's covered:Why giving your clients MORE education is actually setting them up to fail... and the dead simple shift that gets people taking action instead of freezing up.The real reason 85% of people never finish a DIY course ... and what you need to include in your program if you actually care about your clients getting results.The one thing that makes the difference between a client who does the work and a client who ghosts you ... and no, it's not better content or more modules.Why shorter sessions are more valuable than longer ones ... and how to cut your one-on-one calls in half without your clients feeling shortchanged.The resource mistake that makes your program feel bloated and overwhelming ... and how to figure out exactly what to include and what to cut.MENTIONED ON THIS EPISODEWatch the free HTMA training video: https://go.kendraperry.net/practitioner-training EPISODES YOU MAY ALSO ENJOY:210: How To Run A Group Program When You Have No Audience202: Real Coaches Share Their Experience Running Online ProgramsLEAVE THE PODCAST A 5-STAR REVIEW: HTTPS://RATETHISPODCAST.COM/WEALTHY

Most women with low AMH and high FSH get one of two answers about their iron: "it's fine," or "it's low, here's a supplement." Both leave the real problem untouched. Failed transfers, failed IVF cycles, miscarriage, irregular cycles, exhaustion that won't lift, and nobody asking why the iron is low in the first place. This episode shows you what the full iron panel actually reveals. In this episode, Sarah Clark sits down with Fab Fertile clinical advisor Katy Bradbury (registered nurse and nutritional therapist) to break down the iron panel every woman trying to conceive should be looking at. Not just the one number your doctor checked, but the full picture. They get into why the standard iron prescription is one of the worst forms you can take, why high dose iron can actually make things worse, and why symptoms you've been told are unrelated (brittle nails, cold hands, hair loss, ice cravings, exhaustion) could all be pointing at the same thing. What you'll learn: The full iron panel every woman trying to conceive should request, and what the numbers actually mean Why being told "your iron is fine" off one number is missing the picture The link between low iron and failed transfers, miscarriage, irregular periods, and pregnancy complications Why low iron is so common with low AMH, high FSH, DOR, and POI The thyroid and iron connection most doctors miss, especially with Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism Hidden reasons your iron is low even when you're eating well: gut infections, H. pylori, SIBO, low stomach acid, celiac, heavy periods Why the standard iron prescription often makes you constipated, nauseous, and no better off What to take instead, and why every other day often works better than every day Iron rich foods that actually move the needle, plus the foods and drinks blocking your absorption without you knowing The thyroid medication timing rule nobody tells you about This conversation is for women navigating low AMH, high FSH, DOR, or POI who have been told their iron is fine without anyone running the full panel. It's also for women who have been on iron supplements for years without anyone asking why the iron got low to begin with, and for anyone who has had a failed transfer, a miscarriage, or a failed IVF cycle and is trying to figure out what was missed. Not sure what's been fully evaluated? Download the free Embryo Audit Checklist to map your past cycles and labs so you can see what's been looked at and what may have been missed.

Most of us are walking around with underpowered cells and we don't even know it. In this episode, Dr. Shivani welcomes back Caroline Alan, founder of Beam Minerals and author of The Mineral Reset, for a conversation that will completely change how you think about your energy, your sleep, and your health.Caroline breaks down why your body needs a full spectrum of 18-22 minerals in the right ratios, how humic and fulvic molecules work as nature's cellular delivery system, and why common tests like blood work miss the full picture entirely. She also shares the two tests she recommends (HTMA and OligoScan) and why minerals are the single most foundational thing you can do for your health, before everything else.Key Takeaways:Mineral depletion is behind fatigue, brain fog, sleep disruption, hair loss, and gut problemsYour cells need minerals to generate up to 1,200 watts of energy dailyHumic molecules bind and remove heavy metals, glyphosate, nanoplastics, and moreFulvic molecules shuttle nutrients in and toxins out at the cellular levelThe best mineral form mirrors what nature already pre-formulated for usRESOURCES MENTIONED:

We are long overdue for an updated conversation on low estrogen — and today I'm pulling it all apart. Estrogen has been villainized for far too long, and I want to change that. This isn't just about reproductive health or getting your period. Estrogen is a master communicator that touches your brain, heart, bones, gut, skin, mood, sleep, libido, and so much more.   In this episode, I cover: Why low estrogen is one of the most missed and underdiagnosed issues for women between 35 and 65 The three types of estrogen (E1, E2, E3) and why estradiol matters so much beyond fertility Why estrogen often increases first in perimenopause before it eventually declines — and what that means for your symptoms The symptom clusters to pay attention to, organized by body system: Brain, mood & sleep — brain fog, anxiety, emotional flatness, rage responses, waking between 2–4am Body composition & metabolic health — belly fat shifts, muscle loss, fatigue, insulin resistance Skin, hair & connective tissue — collagen loss, hair texture changes, joint pain, frozen shoulder, ACL issues Vaginal & urinary health (GSM) — dryness, painful sex, recurring UTIs, urgency, bladder changes Cardiovascular & bone health — rising LDL, heart palpitations, hot flashes, bone density loss Gut & digestion — bloating, constipation, new food sensitivities, the estrobolome and estrogen recirculation The symptoms I personally would never ignore (waking 2–4am, joint pain without a clear cause, rapid body composition shifts, recurrent UTIs, brain fog affecting your work, heart palpitations) What to ask your doctor to test: FSH, LH, estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, full thyroid panel, fasting glucose and insulin, cholesterol, CBC, SHBG — and when functional testing like DUTCH or HTMA may be useful My thoughts on DIM, sulforaphane, calcium-d-glucarate, magnesium, adaptogens (ashwagandha, rhodiola, maca), omega-3s, creatine, collagen, and vitamin D Nutrition strategies — phytoestrogen-rich foods, cruciferous veggies, fiber, protein targets (30–40g per meal), healthy fats, and what to cut Movement priorities — why resistance training 3–4x/week is non-negotiable for bone, muscle, and metabolic health Hormone replacement therapy — what options exist, how to approach the conversation with your provider, and why your protocol will evolve over time   Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your first order and 20% off your first subscription order St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15  Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project  - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship:  jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

Sarah Clark was told donor eggs were her only option. No second opinion. No workup. Just an IVF brochure pulled off the shelf. This is the story of what was actually going on, and what nobody looked for. At 28, Sarah was diagnosed with premature ovarian failure (now called premature ovarian insufficiency). Her OB/GYN handed her an IVF brochure during the appointment. She went to the REI, got on the donor egg list, and had both her kids through IVF with donor eggs. It took another decade before she discovered the underlying imbalances her REI never screened for: food sensitivities to dairy, gluten, and corn, plus a gut infection with H. pylori, streptococcus, fungal overgrowth and nervous system dysregulation (stressed out but didn;t even know it). In this rebroadcast episode, Monica Cox interviews Sarah about the clues her body was giving her for years before the POI diagnosis, and what she wishes someone had told her in her twenties. What you'll learn: The seemingly unrelated symptoms that were early signals (irregular periods twice a year, cystic acne, fungal rashes, chronic yeast infections, dark circles since age 12) Why a POI diagnosis at 28 doesn't automatically mean donor eggs, and why a second opinion matters The post-pregnancy health collapse that exposed the underlying gut and immune dysfunction Food sensitivities beyond digestion: mood, joint pain, skin, brain fog, autoimmune flares Why partners have to be in the protocol from day one, because infections pass back and forth The four foundational tests: food sensitivity, DUTCH hormone, GI-MAP stool, HTMA hair Why IVF should be the last choice, not the first, given the $60K average spend and three-cycle average Where to actually start: just diagnosed vs. one failed cycle vs. multiple failures behind you Timestamps: 00:00 Why this episode is for you if you have low AMH, high FSH, DOR, or POI 02:00 Diagnosed at 28 with premature ovarian failure, handed an IVF brochure, no second opinion 03:00 The clues in her twenties: irregular periods, acne, fungal rash, yeast infections 07:00 Post-kids health crash: chronic sinus infections, bladder infections, vertigo, antibiotic damage 08:00 Discovering food sensitivities (dairy, gluten, corn) and gut infections (H. pylori, strep, fungal overgrowth) 13:00 Connecting the dots: why every "unrelated" symptom was related 15:00 Why partners must be in the protocol, because infections pass between couples 21:00 Multiple failed IUIs and IVFs: burnout, cortisol, and the case for a pause 24:00 The four foundational tests: food sensitivity, DUTCH, GI-MAP, HTMA 35:00 Where to start: just diagnosed vs. one failed cycle vs. multiple failures This conversation is for women who've been told donor eggs are their only option, who are staring down a POI, low AMH, high FSH, or diminished ovarian reserve diagnosis, and who suspect their REI hasn't looked at the full picture. Not sure what's been fully evaluated? Download the free Embryo Audit Checklist to map your past cycles and labs so you can see what's been looked at and what may have been missed.

Your TSH is "normal." Your ferritin is "normal." Your glucose is "normal." And IVF still isn't working. Here's why normal lab ranges were never built for fertility and what optimal actually looks like. Most reference ranges are designed to flag disease in the general population, not to optimize egg quality, embryo competence, or implantation. That gap is where a lot of unexplained IVF failure, embryo arrest, and recurrent loss live. In this episode, Sarah Clark walks through the four biomarker categories most often dismissed as "fine" but influence cycle outcomes in women with diminished ovarian reserve, low AMH, high FSH, and failed transfers. What you'll learn: - What "normal" lab ranges actually measure and what they miss - Why fertility-optimized TSH sits closer to 1–2 mIU/L, not 4.0 - Ferritin 80–100 ng/mL and what it means for egg energy and endometrial development - Fasting glucose under 86, insulin stability, and follicular development - Why hsCRP under 1 mg/L matters for implantation and embryo quality - The full thyroid panel most REIs skip: Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, TPO, TBG - Male factor inflammation, sperm DNA fragmentation, and recurring infections - The reframe: normal protects against disease, optimal supports conception Timestamps: 00:00 Why "normal" labs don't mean fertility-optimized 00:30 What conventional reference ranges actually measure 01:30 Why DIY fertility optimization stalls without functional lab review 03:00 TSH "normal" vs optimal and the full thyroid panel REIs skip (Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, TPO, TBG) 04:30 How thyroid signaling affects egg quality, ovulation, and pregnancy loss 05:00 Ferritin 80–100 ng/mL: the iron range for IVF and egg energy 06:00 Fasting glucose under 86, insulin stability, and follicular development 07:00 hsCRP under 1 mg/L: low-grade inflammation, implantation, and embryo development 07:30 Male factor inflammation, sperm DNA fragmentation, and recurring infections 08:30 Embryo Audit Checklist + Functional Fertility Second Opinion: next steps This conversation is for women navigating diminished ovarian reserve, low AMH, high FSH, embryo arrest, implantation failure, or recurrent pregnancy loss who keep being told their bloodwork looks fine. Not sure what's been fully evaluated? Download the free Embryo Audit Checklist to map your past cycles and labs so you can see what's been looked at and what may have been missed.

If you're heading into another IVF cycle after a failed transfer, you're probably being told to trust the process and try again. But what if the process is the problem? In this episode, we get into how to tell whether your next cycle is actually different — or whether you're about to repeat the same outcome with a new protocol number. In this episode you'll learn: The three signs your last cycle wasn't fully interpreted, just failed Why changing the protocol doesn't always change the outcome What "unexplained" actually means and why it's often a gap, not a diagnosis How time pressure pushes couples into decisions that don't serve them The specific questions to ask before you commit to another cycle I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally, a podcast with over 1 million downloads. My team works with couples navigating low AMH and failed IVF, reviewing functional lab results including gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, toxin testing, and bloodwork, alongside nervous system work, to help identify patterns that may not have been considered. We work alongside your medical team, not instead of them. Not sure what's been fully evaluated? Download the free Embryo Audit Checklist to map your past cycles and labs so you can see what's been looked at and what may have been missed. Access it here Ready to go deeper? If you want an expert review of your labs, IVF history, and full health picture before your next cycle, this is where we start. Learn more and apply for a Functional Fertility Second Opinion here.

Kaely McDevitt is a registered and licensed dietitian with a Master's Degree in nutrition & exercise physiology. Kaely owns a virtual private practice where she and her team support women through hormone & metabolic health issues. She has spent the past decade supporting thousands of clients and mentoring over a hundred practitioners on how to effectively leverage lab testing in their practices. As of December 2024, Kaely is the co-owner of Trace Elements Laboratory alongside her husband, Kevin. HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) has been an integral part of her work and she is deeply honored to carry forward the legacy of Trace Elements into this next chapter. Traceelements.com https://www.instagram.com/kaelymcdevitt/

Failed IVF with normal sperm? You're not alone, and the answer may be in what wasn't tested. DNA fragmentation and oxidative stress don't show up on a standard semen analysis. But they can drive fertilization failure, embryo arrest, and poor blastocyst development. If the male side was cleared after the basic parameters were evaluated, it may not have been fully evaluated. In this episode, you'll learn: What a semen analysis actually measures and what it leaves out Why normal parameters don't always translate to embryo development How DNA fragmentation and oxidative stress affect fertilization and blastocyst outcomes The patterns we see in recurrent IVF failure when male factor hasn't been fully assessed Why embryo development is a shared biological process, not an egg quality issue I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally, a podcast with over 1 million downloads. My team works with couples navigating low AMH and failed IVF, reviewing functional lab results including gut microbiome, food sensitivity, vaginal microbiome, nutrigenomics, HTMA, DUTCH, toxin testing, and bloodwork, alongside nervous system work, to help identify patterns that may not have been considered. We work alongside your medical team, not instead of them. Not sure what's been fully evaluated? Download the free Embryo Audit Checklist to map your past cycles and labs so you can see what's been looked at and what may have been missed. Access it here Ready to go deeper? If you want an expert review of your labs, IVF history, and full health picture before your next cycle, this is where we start. Learn more and apply for a Functional Fertility Second Opinion here.   Timestamps 00:00 Why a "normal" semen analysis doesn't rule out male factor 01:00 What a standard semen analysis actually measures: count, motility, morphology 01:45 What semen analysis misses: DNA integrity, oxidative stress, mitochondrial function 02:30 Why couples with "normal" sperm still see embryo arrest and failed IVF 03:00 DNA fragmentation: what it is and why it matters for embryo development 04:00 Oxidative stress drivers: lifestyle, toxins, inflammation and metabolic health 05:15 The 70–80 day sperm lifecycle and why timing matters 06:00 Embryo development is shared biology, not just egg quality 07:15 Environmental and occupational factors impacting sperm health 08:30 When to revisit male testing before another IVF cycle          

In this episode, we sit down with Hope Pedraza to explore how tools like Human Design and nervous system regulation can help uncover and unwind unhelpful narratives that drive burnout and stress. Hope breaks down the difference between generational and transgenerational patterns, emphasizing that true healing starts with awareness and honoring moments when “mom needs a minute.” The conversation dives into identifying hidden signs of burnout, why supporting the nervous system comes first, and how tools like HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) can provide deeper insight into symptoms. She also offers a practical introduction to Human Design, including the five types, and how these frameworks can support everything from creativity to navigating ADHD and perimenopause. Ultimately, this episode highlights the importance of individualized biohacking—aligning your health strategies with your unique design, environment, and life stage to prevent burnout and optimize well-being.Hope Pedraza is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Human Design Guide, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and host of the Hopeful and Wholesome podcast. She helps high-performing women optimize their energy, rebalance their nervous system, and reconnect with their body's wisdom so they can scale their business and life without burnout. Her signature method blends functional labs, Human Design embodiment, frequency medicine, and subconscious reprogramming to create sustainable radiance from the inside out.SHOW NOTES:0:39 Welcome to the podcast!3:30 Free Human Design profile4:19 About Hope Pedraza4:53 Welcome her to the show!5:59 Unwinding unhelpful narratives8:05 Generational vs Transgenerational10:02 Starting with awareness11:49 When Mom needs a minute13:50 Symptoms before & after15:54 Nervous system first17:18 Minerals & HTMA test19:20 Hidden signs of burnout21:20 Creativity & Shame26:10 What is Human Design?29:14 The 5 Types30:16 *CALOCURB*32:07 *APOLLO NEURO*34:10 Generator Types37:58 Reflector Types40:40 ADHD in Human Design42:17 Manifesting Generators44:37 Strengths Finder45:20 Strategies for avoiding burnout49:35 HD Profiles52:45 3/5 Heretic Martyr54:25 Partnership of 1/3 & 3/5 58:25 Applications for Perimenopause1:00:39 Ideal Environments1:07:32 Individualization of Biohacking1:08:25 Solar Plexus emotions1:09:55 Working with Hope1:11:16 Her final piece of advice1:12:01 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:CALOCURB - code: RENEE10Apollo Neuro - code: BIOHACKERBABES for $90 offWebsite: hopefulandwholesome.com FB: thehopepedrazaIG: @thehopepedrazaYouTube: @HopePedrazaPodcast: Hopeful and WholesomeDiscovery CallFREE Chart: MyHumanDesign.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Send us Fan MailWe're over a week into spring and a lot of people aren't feeling the energy surge they were expecting. If you're more fatigued, more tense, more reactive, or just feeling off — this episode is for you.It's not in your head. There's a specific physiological reason spring can feel harder than it should, especially if you've been dealing with chronic health conditions or you live in a northern climate.In this episode I break down what's actually happening in your body as it transitions from winter's lower output state into spring's higher metabolic demand — and why that shift requires mineral support most people don't have coming out of winter.We cover:Why your body feels worse when things are supposed to be getting betterThe role of sodium, potassium, and magnesium in seasonal transitionsWhy muscle tension and stiffness spike in early springWhy seasonal allergies are a mineral story as much as a pollen storyWhat it actually means to support your body through the season rather than push through itSpring isn't asking you to do more. It's asking you to be resourced differently.New to the podcast? Start here → What Is Rewilded Wellness and How Does the Body Heal ItselfSupport the showSupport the podcast  Mineral Foundations Course HEREMinerals & Microbes package HERERewilded Wellness program HEREJoin my newsletter HERE If you are interested in becoming a client and have questions, reach out by emailing me: lydiajoyme@gmail.com  Find me on Instagram : @ Lydiajoy.me

Are you confused by the new food pyramid and wondering what it means for your thyroid, gut health, and metabolic health? How do you sort through nutrition headlines without adding your own bias? In this solo episode, I share a little about how I like to think about new nutrition news — why you can't just read the headline, why bias (including industry funding and our own preferences) matters, and why the pyramid won't apply the same way to everyone. I talk through what I like about the updates, like reducing the old 6–11 servings of grains recommendation and emphasizing a more protein-rich diet, which is especially beneficial for our autoimmune and Hashimoto's people. Plus, what I question — especially the saturated fat messaging and the heavy emphasis on dairy.I also explain why vegetables and micronutrients matter so much, where legumes could've gotten more attention, how carnivore dieters fit into the conversation, and why I still love the plate method as a practical starting point for visualizing a healthy diet. The bottom line: put your health detective hat on, watch your symptoms, and use real testing like HTMA, blood work, genetics, and stool testing, to get clear on what your body actually needs. There is no one-size-fits-all answer to health and nutrition, so the new food pyramid should be used simply as another tool to help guide you toward optimal health and nutrition for you.Disclaimer: This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to educate you about how to take care of your body and as a self-help tool for your own use so that you can reach your own health goals. It is not intended to treat or cure any specific illness and is not to replace the guidance provided by your own medical practitioner. If you are under the care of a healthcare professional or currently use prescription medications, you should discuss any dietary changes or potential dietary supplement use with your doctor, and should not discontinue any prescription medications without first consulting your doctor. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. If you suspect you have a medical problem, we urge you to take appropriate action by seeking medical attention.In This Episode: [2:23] How to think of nutrition headlines in the news differently and check our biases[4:24] The biggest changes to the food pyramid in 2026[6:46] The positive — more protein [8:56] Our genetics determine how we should eat[10:40] Saturated fat now makes up a larger portion of the food pyramid[12:20] Veggies and micronutrients are finally getting the attention they deserve[15:33] Why legumes deserve more space on the food pyramid[16:30] Dairy is heavily emphasized, but that doesn't work for everyone[17:32] The Plate Method[18:32] Doing what works for YOU, and testing if neededConnect with Sophie: Instagram: @shetalkshealthWebsite: shetalkshealth.comApply to work with us: www.shetalkshealth.com/callThe Mineral Reset (HTMA): https://shethrives.shetalkshealth.com/htma-packageMineral Mocktail (get your energy back now!: https://shetalkshealth.com/mineral-mocktail-guide/Stop guessing with your thyroid & Get Answers Now: https://ace.shetalkshealth.com/home-front

In this episode of Hope Natural Health, Dr. Erin welcomes Kim Heinz, a certified functional health strategist and founder of her own data-driven coaching practice. Kim specializes in helping high-capacity individuals uncover the "why" behind chronic symptoms like migraines, brain fog, and fatigue. After suffering for decades with debilitating headaches at one point experiencing five migraines a week. Kim turned to functional lab testing to reclaim her health. Now eight years migraine-free, she shares her expertise on how to stop the guesswork and start the healing process through gut health and mineral balance. During this episode you will learn about: Why your nervous system prioritizes survival over breaking down food, leading to "leaky gut" and systemic inflammation. Why "heartburn" is often a sign of low stomach acid, which allows parasites and bacteria to bypass your body's first line of defense. How stress acts as a vacuum for magnesium and sodium, and why an HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) is the "financial audit" your metabolism needs. How caffeine on an empty stomach can disrupt your hormones for 18 hours, and why a "protein first" rule is non-negotiable. A simple morning habit of warm water, sea salt, and lemon to "re-electrify" your cells and support liver detox.   Connect with Kim Heinz: If your listeners would like to run an HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis), they can apply code HOPE25 at checkout to save $25 off their first test. Sign up for HTMA: kimheintz.com/htma Instagram: @kim.heintz Website: www.kimheintz.com   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

It's called mineral balancing for a reason because throwing random electrolytes into your body without a roadmap can actually make you feel worse.  Today, I'm sitting down with Matthew Coffman, founder of Valence Nutraceuticals, to talk about why your mineral strategy needs a serious upgrade. Matthew shares his personal story of growing up in Flint, Michigan, during the lead crisis, how improper mercury filling removal contributed to his addiction struggles, and why he believes heavy metal toxicity is the cause of so many cases of anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.  We explore the groundbreaking work of Dr. Hans Nieper (1928-1998), and how his mineral chelates, combined with Dr. Paul Eck's ratios, are creating faster detox results than traditional protocols.  He also explains why calcium has been unfairly demonized, the connection between glyphosate, manganese, and Lyme disease, and why you can no longer rely on food alone to get the minerals you need.   "Supplementing one individual mineral without any idea of where your HTMA is or any kind of data, it can cause imbalances in other systems." ~ Matthew Coffman In This Episode: - Why taking minerals individually is the wrong approach - Using HTMA to guide calcium and magnesium ratios - How balanced minerals trigger natural detoxification - Why calcium is not the enemy - The real reasons we are so mineral-depleted - Matt's personal health collapse and addiction recovery - The Flint, Michigan lead water crisis - Manganese, glyphosate, and the Lyme connection - Who was Dr. Hans Nieper, and why his work matters - Why Valence supplements are different   Products & Resources Mentioned: Valence Nutraceuticals: Practitioners and individuals can explore the full product line and new practitioner mini course at https:/site./valencenutraceuticals.com  Puori Grass Fed Whey Protein: Use code WENDY at https://puori.com/wendy for 32% off plus a free shaker on your first subscription order. Tru Energy Skincare Serum: Get a special deal at https://trytruenergy.com/wendy  Organifi Happy Drops: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox  Organifi Collagen: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox  Heavy Metals Quiz: Find out your toxicity score and receive a free video series on detoxification at https://heavymetalsquiz.com      About Matthew Coffman: Matthew Coffman is the founder of Valence Nutraceuticals and host of the Integrative Thoughts Podcast. After his own health collapsed in 2018 following years of heavy metal exposure, addiction, and a Lyme disease diagnosis, he immersed himself in mineral balancing through hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA). His company merges the mineral chelate research of German physician Dr. Hans Nieper with the HTMA protocols of Dr. Paul Eck, creating a next-generation supplement line used by practitioners worldwide. Matt grew up in Flint, Michigan, and experienced the lead water crisis firsthand, which deepened his understanding of how environmental toxicity drives chronic illness. Learn more at https://valencenutraceuticals.com    Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

Send a textIn this episode, I'm talking about boundaries in the body — not just emotional or relational boundaries, but biological ones.If you've been feeling porous, reactive, sensitive to everything around you, unable to regulate, or like you're absorbing more than you can hold… this may not be a personality flaw. It may be your terrain.We're in a season of repair, and I want to help you understand what's actually happening underneath the surface.I walk you through:• The gut lining as your first biological boundary• How intestinal permeability (leaky gut) creates chronic immune activation• Why histamine overload makes you feel allergic to life• How mineral depletion affects nervous system containment• The role of microbial diversity in strengthening or degrading your inner ecosystem• Why motility and drainage matter just as much as “sealing the gut”If your tight junctions are compromised, your immune system never fully stands down. If your microbiome is dysbiotic, inflammatory metabolites affect your mood, cognition, and stress response. If your minerals are depleted, your nervous system loses clarity and your cells lose their ability to hold a charge.This isn't woo. It's biology.And it's deeply connected to how you experience boundaries in your daily life.If you haven't already, I recommend listening to my earlier episode where I break down the mechanisms of leaky gut and metabolic endotoxemia in detail:

Tune in for our conversation with Dr. Stephen Cabral where he breaks down why even health-conscious biohackers can struggle with chronic symptoms, pointing to hidden imbalances that standard approaches often miss. He emphasizes starting with gut and immune health and explains why comprehensive lab testing, especially Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), offers insights that blood work alone can't capture. The conversation explores how stress, electrolyte imbalances, and heavy metal exposure quietly drain resilience, making proper detoxification and mineral balance essential. Dr. Cabral also shares practical guidance on magnesium, zinc, copper, iron, and adrenal support, tailoring advice for high performers under constant pressure. We also dive into our personal HTMA results so you can get a front row seat on what a typical HTMA consultation looks like. Throughout the episode, he underscores that optimal health isn't just about supplements and protocols, but also mindset—building “stress calluses” and taking a truly holistic, systems-based approach.Dr. Stephen Cabral is a Board-Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and founder of EquiLife, the global integrative health organization providing at-home lab testing, personalized wellness protocols, and concierge health coaching to over 300,000 clients over the past 25 years.He also founded the Integrative Health Practitioner Institute (IHPI), which has certified over 5,000 practitioners globally, and hosts The Cabral Concept podcast with 3,500+ episodes and 100 million+ downloads.After overcoming a life-threatening illness at 17, Dr. Cabral went on to get his doctoral degree and completed over 2,200 internship hours all over the world including India, Sri Lanka, China, Europe, and the U.S.SHOW NOTES:0:42 Welcome to the podcast!3:13 About Dr. Stephen Cabral4:12 Welcome him to the show!4:48 Why do healthy people get sick?7:48 Addressing gut & immune system first10:36 Starting with HTMA Testing12:21 Electrolytes in hair vs blood work15:12 Validity of HTMA16:05 Overview of our results interpretation18:09 Lauren's HTMA results22:38 Supporting the HPA axis with electrolytes24:33 Magnesium recommendations25:29 Iron, Copper & Zinc31:51 Advice for high performers & high achievers33:44 *CALOCURB*34:56 Lauren's heavy metals41:17 Renee's HTMA results44:32 Creating stress “calluses”50:21 Renee's heavy metals52:50 Finding a Biological Dentist54:47 Where else metals are stored56:42 Adrenal support ingredients57:25 Zinc & Copper balancing1:03:45 Minerals & Metals Test1:05:32 His final piece of advice1:06:50 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Calocurb - discount code: RENEE10Website: www.drstephencabral.comIG: @stephencabralYouTube50% off the Minerals & Metals TestBook: PersonomicsCoaching: sign up for the Personomics waitlist at:Personomics.ioThe Julian Center for Comprehensive DentistryTo find a Biological Dentist: iaomt.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Grace Hawkins joins Jodi Duval to share her inspiring journey from medical misdiagnosis to becoming a personalized health mentor. With a background in naturopathy and clinical diagnostics, Grace blends DNA, blood chemistry, and HTMA testing to help her clients uncover the root causes of dysfunction and reclaim agency in their health journey. From endometriosis and burnout to lab interpretation and emotional patterns, this episode is a roadmap for how to think critically, test wisely, and personalize healing in a system that often fails to see the whole picture. Join us as we explore: • Grace's approach to personalized testing: DNA, HTMA & blood • Emotional patterns, heavy metals & how HTMA reveals hidden stories • How to empower clients with data and narrative — not just prescriptions • The future of health mentorship and integrative practitioner models This episode is for you if: • You've been told "your labs are normal" — but you still don't feel right • You're curious about DNA or hair mineral testing but don't know where to start • You're a clinician seeking a smarter approach to functional workups • You believe healing means slow medicine — not just instant fixes You can also find this episode on... Youtube: https://youtu.be/F4MFhNAheic Learn more about Grace Hawkins: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-hawkins-a2260b69/ Facebook: Health with Grace | Byron Bay NSW Instagram: Grace Hawkins (BHSc) (@healthwithgrace_) • Instagram profile Website: Home - Health With Grace Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: Smarter Not Harder podcast Instagram: Troscriptions (@troscriptions) • Instagram profile HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026 - HOMeHOPe Get 10% off your purchase of the Clinical Metabolomics module with code PODCAST10 at Let's bring Health HOMe - HOMeHOPe. Get 10% off your Troscriptions purchase with code POD10 at Troscriptions® - Buccal Troches for Health Optimization. Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

Have you tried magnesium but felt like it didn't help—or even made things worse? Are you confused by all the different forms and dosages? In this episode, Ali and Becki break down how magnesium actually works in the body, why so many people think they “don't tolerate” magnesium, and why form, dose, and context matter far more than most realize. We also share the full story behind the reformulation of Relax & Regulate, our superstar magnesium product. You'll learn why we chose magnesium bisglycinate paired with myo-inositol, how this combination supports nervous system regulation, sleep, anxiety, blood sugar, and hormone balance, and why it's especially impactful for PCOS, perimenopause, and stress-driven symptoms.  Also in this episode: Why is magnesium so important? Signs of magnesium deficiency Testing magnesium status Cell Science Systems Micronutrient Panel Episode 440 What does HTMA say about your health with guest Kaely McDevitt Anxiety and Magnesium Deficiency Naturally Nourished Episode 470 SSRIs on the Rise The magnesium GABA connection GabaCalm How inositol supports serotonin Why the combination of magnesium and inositol for blood sugar balance Why magnesium deficiency is more pronounced in perimenopause Forms of magnesium and absorption Considerations of magnesium threonate Why glycine matters and antiaging effects Naturally Nourished Episode 331 Homocysteine and Methylation Dosage considerations 1 scoop for maintenance 2+ scoops for PCOS, constipation, high cortisol, pregnancy Kids can start with ⅛-¼ scoop as early as age 2-3 Teens ½-1 scoop to start for acne, anxiety, hormonal concerns This episode is sponsored by Naturally Nourished Relax and Regulate Relax & Regulate has always been a superstar for sleep, stress, and hormone support, and we've taken a good thing and made it even better! We've seen incredible results with 1000's of clients using Relax and Regulate literally every day for 10+ years now.    We have increased magnesium bisglycinate from 200 mg to 250 mg to match clinical sleep research dosing, kept myo-inositol at the full 4-gram therapeutic dose, and improved the supporting ingredients so the entire formula is better absorbed, better tolerated, and more aligned with what we're seeing clinically every day. Use code RELAX15 to save 15% on our reformulated Relax and Regulate!

PRE-ORDER the upcoming book now: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-bookKymber Maulden joins us on the podcast today. Fertility isn't just for women who want to be mothers, it is a sign of health in menstruating females. Trauma stresses and rapidly oxidizes the body, causing it to need even more nutrients and therefore be in metabolic debt. This draws on resources contributing to low progesterone and elevated testosterone, which may lead to PCOS and infertility. Luis and Kymber discuss actionable steps to start healing hormonal health, such as tracking cycles and what to note, glucose tracking, HTMA testing, and a consistent macro nutrient intake which signals the body that it is safe. They also talk about the birth control pill, and open sex culture. The open sex culture and sexual revolution are based on a male model of sexuality that requires women to disconnect from their instincts, bypass what actually turns them on, and is often branded as empowered feminism. There is a difference between erotic energy and hypersexuality as a trauma response. How can women find balance in their femininity if they are avoiding their instincts? You can read more about Kymber here: https://www.kymbermaulden.com/You can register for the Recovering From Sexual Fawning HLN video course here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/recovering-from-sexual-fawningYou can register for the FREE Food Therapy session here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/events/nutrition-for-your-kids You can read more about, and register for, the Embodied ADHD 6-month program, here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/slow-practice-adhd You can read more about, and register for, Camille's Embodying My Cycles & Rhythms 6-month group here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/cycles-and-rhythms-slow-group You can read more about, and register for, the retreat at Broughton in the UK here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/broughton-2026----You can learn more on the website: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/ You can follow Luis on Instagram @holistic.life.navigationQuestions? You can email us at info@holisticlifenavigation.com

Healing is often framed through the lens of heroic breakthroughs, peak experiences, and emotional catharsis, but this episode centers a steadier path. Many modern healing trends—amplified by social media and the promise of instant transformation—can quietly deplete the body, especially for women, leading to every day burnout, long-term exhaustion, and chronic illness. Rather than bypassing the physical, we return to the essentials, recognizing that illness for modern women is often rooted in chronic stress and physiological depletion- not the lack of spiritual epiphanies or endless emotional processing.  I'm joined today by women's health expert and mineral balancing practitioner Sena Shellenberger, who brings grounded clarity to what true, lasting healing requires, helping us understand the body's intelligent responses to modern life and offering a vision of healing that is slow, nourishing, and sustainable. LINKS: Healing Waters Nature Immersion Retreat with Amber Nov 3-8 Medicine Stories Patreon (extended convo about the interplay of serotonin, histamine, and estrogen, plus a discount link for Sena's membership program Radiantly Nourished) The Mythic Medicine herb shop Sena's free 11 minute video showing her HTMA progression From Burnout To Thriving Before Burnout (discount code BB10)  Ashley Wulkan's post on undernourishment  Quiz: Find Your Wise Woman Archetype  Amber on Instagram Sena on Instagram Medicine Stories Facebook group Music by Mariee Siou (from her beautiful song Wild Eyes)

If you've ever dieted, stressed about your weight, or lost your period—this episode is non-negotiable. I'm joined by our in-house HTMA expert, Rachel Mahalow, to break down the one functional lab test I believe every woman should run to truly understand what's going on under the hood. You'll learn what an HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) test is, why it's essential for period recovery + fertility, and how it can uncover what your blood work and symptom tracker keep missing.