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#652: From Leaks to Libido: The Hidden Impact Of A Weak Pelvic Floor On Women’s Health with Dr. Sara Reardon

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EPISODE SUMMARY

1 in 3 women experience a pelvic floor disorder at some point in their lives. And if you’ve gone through pregnancy, menopause, or recent weight gain, this risk is even greater. 

So what can you do about it?

Sadly, most doctors will tell you pelvic floor problems like leakage and pain with intercourse are just a normal part of aging.  When in reality, there are tools that can help you take back your pelvic floor health and feel confident in your body at any age! 

Pelvic floor physical therapist and expert in the field Dr. Sara Reardon joins the podcast today to shed light on the importance of pelvic floor health and how to prevent and overcome pelvic floor issues at every stage of life. 

We’re covering it all, from addressing potential pelvic floor problems to offering practical advice for improving your pelvic floor ASAP.

Tune in and learn how to confidently prioritize your care… down there! 

Dr. Sara Reardon

Dr. Sara Reardon is a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist with over 18 years of experience. She works with patients to help them prevent and overcome pelvic floor issues, including urinary leakage, painful sex, prolapse, and discomfort during pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Dr. Sara is the founder of The V-Hive, an online, on-demand pelvic floor fitness platform for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, painful sex, and pelvic floor strengthening. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • Re-educating ourselves on the importance of pelvic floor health 
  • Raising awareness about the pelvic floor and what it does 
  • Common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction 
  • The benefits of seeking guidance from a pelvic floor therapist 
  • Lifestyle adjustments for a stronger pelvic floor 
  • Understanding how your hormones fluctuate during your cycle 
  • Easy ways to improve your pelvic floor strength immediately
  • About Dr. Sara’s new book, Floored 

QUOTES

“This is amazing to be able to help other people better understand their bodies and to help them with these kind of embarrassing, intimate issues they didn’t even know they could get help for.”

“I’m just so grateful that I’ve had this knowledge, and I want everyone to have this knowledge and awareness of how to take care of our bodies.”

“50% of women over the age of 65 leak urine. So we’re living until we’re 80 and half of us are gonna be in pads or diapers. I just think there’s so much potential to change that statistic for the better.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Pre-order Dr. Sara’s book: Floored

Dr. Sara’s Website

Dr Sara’s Socials: 

Instagram

TikTok

Facebook

YouTube

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#651: Understanding Thyropause, Hypothyroidism & Hashimoto’s | How to Thrive with Thyroid Issues with Dr. Amie Hornaman

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EPISODE SUMMARY

If you’ve felt like your body’s trying to tell you something—but no one’s really listening—this episode is for you.

Over the years, I’ve heard from countless women struggling with weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, and that deep, unshakable feeling that something just isn’t right. 

More often than not, those symptoms lead us to one powerful place: the thyroid. 

That’s why today, I’m thrilled to sit down with the incredible Dr. Amie Hornaman—aka The Thyroid-Fixer—a true expert in functional medicine and hormone optimization. 

Together, we’re diving into the real stories behind misdiagnosis, thyroid issues in midlife, hormone resistance, and why “your labs are fine” should not be the end of your story.

Tune in here and get ready to feel seen, supported, and inspired to take back your health! 

Dr. Amie Hornaman

Dr. Amie Hornaman is an author, international speaker, and host of the top-rated medical podcast The Thyroid Fixer. She founded the Better Thyroid and Hormone Institute, delivering personalized thyroid and hormone health care across the U.S. and Canada. She’s the creator of the Fixxr supplement line, which helps target issues like weight loss, fatigue, low libido, and hormone imbalances. Inspired by her own journey with thyroid and hormone challenges, her mission is to help others navigate these issues with empathy and expert care. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • What can happen to your thyroid in pregnancy and postpartum 
  • Navigating thyroid issues in perimenopause and menopause 
  • The importance of lab testing for your thyroid function 
  • Breaking down the labs you should be asking your doctor for 
  • How your thyroid is related to your metabolism 
  • Listening to how your body feels, not just lab marker results 
  • Thyroid hormone replacement therapy options  
  • Supplement recommendations in perimenopause and beyond 

QUOTES

“The biggest cause of miscarriage and infertility is low thyroid function. So right there, if you’ve been experiencing miscarriage, if you’ve been struggling getting pregnant, take the time. Take a pause and get your thyroid optimized first.” 

“I wanna get the full picture because I know that I’m having these symptoms and in this time of my life, the odds of me having thyroid issues is greater than it ever has been.”

“You want to be working with somebody who really understands how your thyroid works, understands how to titrate you based not only on your numbers, but also on how you feel, and also gets to the root freaking cause of your Hashi’s.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Amie’s Thyroid Lab Quiz & Guide 

Dr. Amie’s Podcast 

Dr. Amie’s Website 

Dr. Amie’s Fix Your Thyroid Group on Facebook

Dr. Amie on Instagram 

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#650: Unlock Your Health: The Ultimate Biomarker & Lab Blueprint to Thrive in Midlife and Beyond

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Let’s be honest, perimenopause and menopause are incredibly transformative journeys that NONE of us asked for. So, it’s up to us to find meaning and purpose amid these shifts. 

That’s what this episode is all about– finding the power you hold to understand what’s really happening in your body at this stage of life. 

It’s time to decode the symptoms you’ve been told to brush off again and again by your doctor, and take ACTION that changes your health trajectory today, and for all your days to come.

In this episode, I’ll provide you with the framework for understanding your body in perimenopause and help you take actionable steps to feel more alive and achieve the results you deserve.

We’re diving into labs, biomarkers, and how to harness this data to become the ultimate CEO of your health, feeling more confident in your body every day.

Tune in here and discover how to reclaim your story and feel empowered every step of the way! 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • Why your metabolic health is key to your overall wellness 
  • The 5 biomarkers of optimal metabolic health 
  • Navigating the massive knowledge gap in our healthcare system
  • How to avoid chronic complications down the road 
  • The three truths you need to know about your metabolic health 
  • Understanding your specific lab ranges and analyzing your results 
  • Action steps to find out if you’re metabolically healthy 

QUOTES

“88% of women over 45 years old will have some level of metabolic dysfunction, and insulin resistance is really the silent force behind 8 out of the 10 top causes of death in the US.” 

“Metabolic dysfunction and syndrome occur when three or more of the following biomarkers are out of range.”

“What a lot of us don’t realize is the things that are manifesting in our sixties and seventies really started in our forties. And often they could have been avoided with earlier, more targeted interventions.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Perimenopause Revolution by Dr. Mariza Snyder:

Pre-order your copy here and get IMMEDIATE ACCESS to bonuses like The Perimenopause Power Toolkit, workout videos, recipes & more!  

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#649: How To Reverse Your Biological Age + 5 Science-Backed Longevity Tips Every Woman Should Know with Leslie Kenny

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Ready to turn back the clock on aging? 

In this energizing episode, I’m joined by longevity expert Leslie Kenny to uncover her top tips for reversing your biological age—naturally

From the foundational role of mitochondrial health to practical strategies that will help spark vitality in your body, Leslie breaks down the science of anti-aging in an actionable and approachable way. 

In this podcast, you can expect to hear Leslie’s personal journey of defying age norms and maintaining fertility longer, proving that midlife can be a vibrant new beginning… not the beginning of the end! 

Your cells hold the secret to sustained youth. And the simplest lifestyle shifts can turn back your biological clock from now on. 

Wanna learn how?

Tune in to this episode to take action on your age– and leave feeling hopeful, inspired, and empowered. Remember, aging does not have to be a one-way street! 

Leslie Kenny

Leslie Kenny is an Oxford-based patient advocate and entrepreneur. After years of battling health struggles, she used a novel therapy that supported her body’s natural healing. Now at 59, she tested recently with a biological age of 21. Leslie founded Oxford Healthspan and launched Primeadine– a food-derived spermidine longevity supplement. Leslie is also Co-Founder of the non-profit, Oxford Longevity Project, alongside Oxford University scientists and doctors. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • Overcoming symptoms of autoimmune disease 
  • Addressing the 2 hallmarks of aging 
  • How to support the immune system for overall cellular longevity 
  • The biggest needle-movers for reducing biological age 
  • Diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes and tips for longevity
  • What is spermidine, and what can it do for 40+ year old women?  
  • Optimal supplements for enhancing longevity 

QUOTES

“I quit my job, I optimized my sleep. I was walking in the Rockies every day, doing yoga. I was meditating like there was no tomorrow, journaling. Absolutely trying to de-stress myself.” 

“The more we ask for the things that keep us healthy, the more the market will give these things to us. So gluten and dairy, there are so many alternatives that you can take.”

“I developed that product specifically for autoimmune patients. For you and for me. I confess, I take both- but I’ve been in remission for a very long time.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Order Primeadine Spermidine from Oxford Healthspan and use discount code DRMARIZA15

Leslie’s Website 

Oxford Longevity Project Website 

Leslie Kenny on YouTube

Leslie’s Instagram

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#647: Hormone Optimization Therapy (HOT) Isn’t Your Mom’s HRT + It’s One Of The Best Strategies For Longevity with Dr. Amy Killen

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The research is so clear… if you want to speed up your biological age, don’t use hormones. 

You can be so healthy and dialed in with your habits, but even that won’t stop your hormones from inevitably plummeting in midlife. 

That’s why Dr. Amy Killen joins the show to dive into the realities of women’s health in midlife and how hormone replacement can be a game-changer. This conversation sheds light on what’s really happening inside your body in midlife—and what you can do about it! 

Dr. Amy breaks down how hormone replacement therapy (HRT), targeted supplements, and strategic lab testing can be huge for your energy, cognition, and longevity. 

We’ll also cover the lifestyle changes that truly move the needle in midlife, and how to stay proactive instead of stuck in “default mode.”

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still struggling, this episode will make you feel seen and offer real solutions.

It’s time to feel inspired, empowered, informed, and ready to take ownership of your midlife health journey! 

Amy Killen, M.D.

Dr. Amy Killen is a leading physician in regenerative and hormone optimization medicine, specializing in women’s health. As an emergency physician turned longevity specialist, she combines treatments like stem cell therapy, hormone optimization, and peptides with practical lifestyle wisdom. She’s the Chief Medical Officer of Humanaut Health and founder of the Human Optimization Project. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • Why estrogen MATTERS 
  • Prioritizing movement for longevity 
  • Day-to-day non-negotiables that move the needle 
  • Supplements for energy and mitochondrial health 
  • The link between HRT and longevity in women 
  • Addressing common myths around perimenopause and HRT 
  • The importance of functional lab tests and screenings 

QUOTES

“You could be so dialed in with your lifestyle, with your mindset, with your supplements, your everything, and you’ll still have declining estrogen and progesterone.” 

“Start working on the hormones. It can help with the drive to do the lifestyle things. And I’ve seen that a lot.”

“We can increase human lifespan in women with these hormones and they’re very inexpensive, yet less than 5% of women have access [to them].”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Amy’s Website  *Join Dr. Amy’s Newsletter here and get her FREE Supplement Guide!

Dr. Amy’s Instagram 

Dr. Amy’s Facebook 

Dr. Amy’s Female-focused supplement product: HOP Box 

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