Estrogen Basics
Dr Allison Smith Summer School Edition EP06 on DUTCH Podcast Estrogen might make some providers nervous, but estrogen refers to a group of hormones that are fundamentally important to health and well-being. Every cell in the body has estrogen receptors, and understanding how estrogen is secreted and metabolised gives providers a lot of information about […]
7 Powerful Supplements for Energy
September, 2023 Key Points: Before exploring the best energy supplements, it is important to understand the root cause of low energy. Everything from hormone imbalances to gut dysbiosis and toxic burden can impact how you feel on a day-to-day basis. Find your root cause and choose supplements for energy that target it. Turn to minerals and […]
The Skinny Shot – What You Need to Know
September, 2023 We’re sure you’ve heard of the trending weight loss peptide shots that are taking the world by storm and they are already being prescribed to overweight and high A1c patients. Also coined the ‘skinny shot’, these weekly peptide injections are lowering blood sugar and shedding pounds from celebrities and soccer moms alike. Although the […]
The Challenges Women Face with Intermittent Fasting and Keto Diets
September, 2023 If you haven’t heard of ‘going keto’ or been asked what your intermittent fasting (IF) ‘feeding window’ is, you probably aren’t reading this article. IF and the ketogenic or ‘keto’ diet are two dietary strategies that have gained momentum over the past decade – mainly due to the fact that they’re highly effective. However, […]
How to Choose a Quality Glutathione Supplement
September, 2023 It is well known that glutathione is the body’s most powerful antioxidant helping to safeguard the body from free radicals while supporting detoxification, immunity, anti-aging and more. But how do you know which glutathione supplement to select? DELIVERY OPTIONS OF SUPPLEMENTAL GLUTATHIONE For glutathione supplementation to be beneficial, it needs to get into cells […]
Signs Your Liver Needs a Detox
September, 2023 Supporting Your Precious Liver Every day, your liver saves your life. The second largest organ in your body (after the skin), your liver works tirelessly to keep you healthy—performing a?stunning array of tasks. This workhorse filters everything you eat and drink, helps usher toxins safely out of the body, regulates blood sugar levels, stores […]
Is Coffee Bad for Your Gut? Debunking Myths & Eliminating Your Fears About Coffee
Dr Thomas Wnorowski 02 October, 2023 Is coffee bad for your gut? Probably not. If your gut is already sensitive, then you might experience symptoms from your morning mug of coffee (think an impromptu bathroom run). But in general, drinking coffee is known to decrease mortality rates and provide nutritional benefits. While coffee itself isn’t bad […]
When Mould Strikes: Understanding the Risks and Taking Action
Steven Imgrund, MS, CNS, LDN 21 September, 2023 Review current mould testing and remediation options to help navigate these sometimes confusing, expensive, and often life-changing conversations. A number of mysterious and unexplainable symptoms may result in your healthcare provider suspecting mould as an underlying factor contributing to ill health. A MycoTOX Profile and Organic Acids […]
The Stress and Sex Connection
Jaclyn Smeaton September, 2023 Stress is a natural and normal part of life—but when it becomes chronic, it can have a major impact on your overall well-being, including your sexual health. Stress can affect your libido, arousal, and orgasm, and can even lead to sexual dysfunction. Stress affects the sexual health of both men and […]
What to Expect – The Menopause Years
Rebecca Clemson September, 2023 When many women think about menopause, they think of suffering in silence for years with symptoms like hot flashes that culminate with the end of their menstrual cycle. What many women do not know is that this is a critical period for their health and an important time to lay a […]
Integrative Support for Patients with Fibrocystic Breasts
Brooke Ahnemann September, 2023 Fibrocystic breast changes are the most common breast condition, with up to 60% of women experiencing these changes at some point. Typically, though it can cause a lot of discomfort, it is usually a benign or harmless condition. EVALUATING FIBROCYSTIC BREAST CHANGES Fibrocystic refers to the breast tissue becoming lumpy, ropey […]
Breast Cancer, Nutrigenomics and Oestrogen Detoxification
Dr Christina O’Brien September, 2023 WHAT IS NUTRIGENOMICS? Nutrigenomics is an interdisciplinary field of study that investigates the relationship between nutrition, genes, and health. Derived from the words “nutrition” and “genomics,” nutrigenomics seeks to understand how the foods we eat interact with our genetic makeup to influence our health positively or negatively. This is a […]
Taking an Integrative Approach to Breast Health
Dr Lauren Young Summer School Edition EP05 on DUTCH Podcast Breast health is a topic often overlooked in conventional medicine. In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Dr Lauren Young explores breast health from an integrative perspective. Traditional medicine often focuses on screening for diseases, but Dr Young recognises that many women don’t fit the […]
New Perspectives on Breast Cancer Screening
Dr Tara Scott Summer School Edition EP04 on DUTCH Podcast In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Dr Tara Scott, discusses the changing landscape of breast cancer screening, estrogen metabolism, and hormone testing. As a classically trained OB/GYN, Dr Scott explains how the allopathic medical community isn’t given the tools to monitor hormone levels or […]
Whole-Body Approaches to Thyroid Dysfunction
Dr Filomena Trindade Summer School Edition EP03 on DUTCH Podcast In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Dr Filomena Trindade, a renowned expert in functional medicine delves into the intricate world of thyroid health and examines its influence on our overall well-being. Along with DUTCH Podcast host, Dr Jaclyn Smeaton, she illustrates the interconnectedness of […]