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770: The Heart Disease Risk Factor Most Women Aren’t Watching: What Your Blood Sugar and Insulin Can Reveal with Dr. Philip Ovadia

September 3, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

What if the cholesterol numbers you’ve been watching aren’t telling you the whole story about your heart?

In this episode, Dr. Mariza sits down with cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia to explore why he believes metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance deserve far more attention when assessing cardiovascular risk, especially for women entering perimenopause and menopause.

Dr. Ovadia shares what he’s learned after 25 years in heart surgery, including why he’s now routinely operating on patients in their 40s and even 30s. They break down the metabolic warning signs that can appear decades before advanced heart disease, from rising blood pressure and waist circumference to fasting insulin, glucose, triglycerides, and HDL.

You’ll also hear their discussion about cholesterol and advanced lipid testing, how changing hormones can affect women’s cardiometabolic health, and why resistance training, real food, muscle, sleep, and blood sugar stability matter.

Plus, Dr. Ovadia explains how continuous glucose monitors can provide real-time insight into your metabolic health and the heart imaging he recommends women discuss with their healthcare providers.

Listen now to discover the metabolic clues your body may be giving you today and how to start protecting your heart for decades to come.

DR. PHILIP OVADIA

Dr. Philip Ovadia is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon, founder of Ovadia Heart Health Center, and author of Stay Off My Operating Table and Stay Off My Kitchen Table.

After performing thousands of heart surgeries, Dr. Ovadia shifted part of his work toward prevention, helping patients identify and address metabolic dysfunction before it progresses to advanced cardiovascular disease. His virtual practice focuses on improving metabolic health as a strategy for reducing heart disease risk.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Why Dr. Ovadia believes insulin resistance deserves more attention in heart disease prevention
  2. The five basic metabolic markers he wants women tracking
  3. Why your personal blood pressure baseline matters in midlife
  4. What fasting insulin can reveal before blood sugar becomes obviously abnormal
  5. Why cholesterol alone may not give you the complete picture of cardiovascular risk
  6. How muscle and resistance training support metabolic and heart health
  7. What a continuous glucose monitor can teach you about food, energy, and blood sugar
  8. When Dr. Ovadia recommends considering coronary artery calcium imaging

QUOTES

“It’s never too early to start thinking about this, but it’s also never too late.”

“Cholesterol is not the main thing driving heart disease.”

“Low-fat diets, they simply don’t work.”

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723: Estrogen, Insulin & Heart Disease: Why Your Risk Rises in Midlife

February 24, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

For most of the past century, more women than men have died from cardiovascular disease. Yet, heart disease is still widely perceived as a male problem. 

That’s why in this episode, we dive into why cardiovascular and metabolic health are essential for women, especially in midlife, and why education is your greatest tool. 

You’ll gain the confidence to advocate for yourself and make informed decisions about your long-term health. I’ll also be sharing my favorite simple habits to kickstart your metabolism, protect your heart, and boost your everyday energy. 

Remember, it never has to be perfect—consistency builds momentum, and that’s where real change begins. 

Tune in here to gain key insight and prioritize yourself and your longevity!

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Recognizing the warning signs of cardiovascular disease 
  2. Labs and markers you should be asking your physician for 
  3. Why lifestyle medicine matters SO much in midlife 
  4. How to build metabolically healthy plates for each meal
  5. Setting simple movement goals for optimal heart health
  6. The massive benefits of sleep, mindfulness, and breath work
  7. Supplements to support your cardiovascular and metabolic health
  8. The pros of appropriately timed hormone replacement therapy 

QUOTES

“Heart disease kills more women than all cancers combined. Not breast cancer, not ovarian cancer. All cancers combined. And what’s even more alarming for most women, the warning signs begin years- sometimes decades- before a heart attack or stroke ever happens.” 

“Research shows that insulin resistance is a primary driver of cardio metabolic disease in women, especially after menopause.”

“You do not need perfection. You need 7,000 steps per day, walking after meals, fewer long sitting stretches. Get up and move your butt, even if it means walking around your house or going around the block. Start building your life around movement. This is one of the most powerful yet underestimated tools for heart health and for your resilience.”

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700: The Hidden Cause of Migraines And Headaches: Histamine, Hormones, and Perimenopause with Dr. Meg Mill

December 4, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

80% of migraine sufferers are women. And I hear way too many women say their doctors brush off their complaints of headaches and migraines, giving no real, lasting solutions. 

So that ends here! 

I’ve invited the brilliant Dr. Meg Mill on the podcast to unpack the real connection between hormones, histamine, and headaches, especially as it relates to midlife hormonal changes. 

You’ll learn the first practical steps—like:

  • balancing blood sugar
  • reducing oxidative stress
  • spotting symptom patterns
  • simplifying food eliminations
  • and choosing the right supplements 

—to finally get ahead of chronic migraines. This conversation is all about giving you the clarity, tools, and confidence to support your body instead of suffering in silence. 

Tune in to discover the migraine solutions every woman deserves!

Dr. Meg Mill

Dr. Meg Mill is a leading women’s health expert, Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy, and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience. She’s the creator of the R.A.D.I.A.N.T. Method, a proprietary root-cause framework that empowers women to rebalance their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and reclaim their energy and confidence. Through her virtual Functional Medicine practice and membership community, the Women’s Wellness Collective, Dr. Meg has guided hundreds of women to lasting relief. A bestselling author and host of the top-rated podcast A Little Bit Healthier, she’s a sought-after speaker and summit host. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Dr. Meg Mill’s experience with people suffering from headaches 
  2. Avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach to headache management 
  3. Understanding a variety of potential migraine triggers 
  4. The hormonal component to headaches and migraines 
  5. The connection between insulin resistance and headaches 
  6. Managing system-wide inflammation to help ease headaches 
  7. Specific foods that can contribute to migraines 
  8. How to get more support if you’re suffering from migraines 

QUOTES

”Sometimes it’s looking at your hormones in the way you’re metabolizing. You may actually have low estrogen… so what we need to look at is how you metabolize your estrogen.”

 “The more we can keep our blood sugar balanced throughout the day and night, the better [it is] for migraines.” 

 “If you can take away any message from this conversation, it’s that there’s hope and there ARE things you can do [for migraines].”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Meg Mill’s FREE GUIDE: Say Goodbye to Headaches Naturally 

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Dr. Meg Mill’s Website

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644: Insulin, Intermittent Fasting + Vitamin G: What You Need to Know to Optimize Metabolic Health with Ben Azadi

May 13, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy. 

Isn’t that nuts?! If you’re like me, you’re hoping you’re in that other 7%. So, how do we ensure we’re the ones with a healthy metabolism? 

Expert in metabolism Ben Azadi joins the podcast today to explain why metabolic freedom is the key to longevity and exactly how you can prioritize your metabolism for ultimate health. 

We’re talking lowering insulin, building lean muscle mass, prioritizing healthy fasting, boosting metabolic flexibility, and MORE. 

When your metabolism isn’t flexible, that’s when all kinds of symptoms arise. So, the time to do something about it is RIGHT NOW. 

Tune in to this episode where we debunk myths around “healthy foods” and diet, address the misinformation from big-pharma and big-food companies, and give you simple, actionable recommendations for boosting your metabolism and enhancing longevity!

Ben Azadi, FDN-P

Ben Azadi has over 17 years of experience in the health industry after going through a health transformation of his own. He’s the founder of Keto Kamp and the author of 4 best-selling books. His newest book, Metabolic Freedom, is releasing in May 2025. Ben is the go-to source for intermittent fasting and ketogenic diet information, and he hosts a top 15 podcast, The Metabolic Freedom Podcast. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • What does it mean to be metabolically healthy?
  • Insulin resistance’s impact on your overall health 
  • Diet and nutrition recommendations for your metabolism 
  • The truth about fasting for your metabolism 
  • Navigating modern-day misinformation about “healthy” foods 
  • The benefits of continuous glucose monitors 
  • Tips for getting enough protein for optimal metabolism 
  • Actionable daily movement goal recommendations 
  • Why you need Vitamin G in your daily supplement routine 

QUOTES

“That swap right there– you do that little swap and you’re gonna lower inflammation, balance hormones, and restore your metabolism.” 

“It showed that individuals who walked at least 5,000 to 7,000 steps per day had about a 60 to 70% reduction in dying versus those who walked less than 3000 steps a day.”

“If you build lean muscle mass during your perimenopause years, or even during your postmenopausal years, you could have a metabolism at age 75 working the same way as when you were 25 years old by building lean muscle mass, eating high-quality protein, and doing all the things we’re talking about here.”

“Vitamin G is anti-inflammatory. It’s fat burning. It gets rid of brain fog. It helps with autoimmunity, it helps with PCOS, it helps with all the hot flashes and all the things you might be dealing with right now.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

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