Fertility and Reproductive Health: A Holistic Approach

Dr Anna Cabeca and Dr Jaclyn Smeaton Season 4, Episode 16 on the DUTCH Podcast 15 October 2024 In this episode, Dr Anna Cabeca and Dr Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the multifaceted nature of fertility, exploring the impact of ovarian health, toxic burden, hormonal influences, and autoimmunity on reproductive health. Dr Cabeca and Dr Smeaton also […]

Hormone Therapy Unpacked: Navigating the Risks and Benefits

Dr Smeaton & Dr Tara Scott Season 4, Episode 16 on the DUTCH Podcast 1 October 2024 In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Dr Smeaton interviews Dr Tara Scott, a hormone expert, to discuss hormone therapy (HRT) in the context of breast cancer awareness month. They delve into the definitions of HRT and its […]

Libido & Sexual Health: Navigating Hormonal Shifts Through Menopause

Dr Corina Dunlap Season 4, Episode 12 on the DUTCH Podcast 1 October 2024 In this episode, Dr Corina Dunlap discusses the importance of addressing libido and sexual health in women before, during, and after menopause. She emphasizes the need for open and comfortable conversations about these topics and highlights the common challenges women face […]

Navigating Low Estrogen: A Lifelong Journey for Women

Dr Allison Smith and Dr Smeaton Season 4, Episode 13 on the DUTCH Podcast 8 October 2024 In this episode of The DUTCH Podcast, Dr Allison Smith and Dr Smeaton explore the topic of low estrogen in cycling females and the hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause. Dr Smith and Dr Smeaton also […]

Managing Menopause: Symptoms, Individualized Treatment & HRT

Dr Tori Hudson Season 4, Episode 11 on the DUTCH Podcast 24 September 2024 In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Dr Tori Hudson and Dr Smeaton discuss menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and its resurgence in recent years. Dr Hudson explains that HRT may be recommended for women experiencing significant quality of life symptoms […]

Postpartum Depression and Hormones

Kelly Ruef, ND Season 4, Episode 10 on the DUTCH Podcast 17 September 2024 In this episode, Dr Kelly Ruef and Dr Jaclyn Smeaton discuss postpartum depression and baby blues, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and providing support for women experiencing these issues. She explains the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression, emphasizing […]

Stress vs. Gut Health: Mastering Microbiome Balance

Kiran Krishnan Season 4, Episode 9 on the DUTCH Podcast 10 September 2024 This episode of the DUTCH Podcast explores the connectivity between the gut and the brain, the role of stress and chronic stress, the effects of stress on gut health, the impact of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, and future research directions in […]

Chronic Stress and HPA Axis Dysfunction

Carrie Jones Season 4, Episode 6 on the DUTCH Podcast 18 July 2024 Learn more about how chronic stress affects the brain and the HPA axis in this episode of the DUTCH Podcast. Dr Deb Matthew joins Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, to discuss how to recognize hormonal changes caused by stress and consistently elevated cortisol levels, […]

Cortisol, Cognitive Function and Mental Health

Carrie Jones Season 4, Episode 4 on the DUTCH Podcast 4 June 2024 In this informational episode, Jaclyn and Carrie Jones discuss the connection between cortisol, cognitive health, mental health, and reproductive hormones. Cortisol can influence many parts of the body, including hormones, the prefrontal cortex, and stress resilience over time.   Stress resilience looks different […]

Ageing and Longevity in Women

Maddy Dychtwald Season 4, Episode 3 on the DUTCH Podcast 28 May 2024 Hear more about the longevity revolution in this episode with author and speaker Maddy Dychtwald! Maddy and Jaclyn have a thought-provoking conversation on genetics versus epigenetics, research advancements around cognitive health, and hormone replacement therapy as a method to maintain health. They […]

Menopause Publication: A Letter to the Editor and DUTCH’s Response

Mark Newman Season 4, Episode 2 on the DUTCH Podcast 21 May 2024 Listen in to this episode of the DUTCH Podcast as Mark Newman, MS, discusses Dr Pam Smith’s Letter to the Editor in response to our Menopause publication, a peer-reviewed study on the comparison between FDA-approved estrogen patches and gels to compounded estrogen creams. […]

DUTCH test enhancements: new updates to the DUTCH report

Mark Newman Season 4, Episode 1 on the DUTCH Podcast 14 May 2024 In this podcast, Mark Newman, MS, joins our host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, to discuss the recent enhancements to the DUTCH report. These visual changes are the first in a series of a few updates aimed at improving readability and providing deeper insights […]

DUTCH Test Enhancements

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Visual representation plays an important role in conveying complex information on DUTCH reports. As we strive for continuous improvement and clarity in our reports, we are excited to […]

The Relationship Between HPA Axis Function and BMI

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Obesity in America has reached pandemic levels, and with the increased prevalence, there has been an increasing focus on the underlying drivers of obesity. The main focus used […]

New Treatments & Procedures for Hair Loss

Dr Alan Bauman Season 3, Episode 21 on the DUTCH Podcast 06 February 2024 In this 40-minute podcast, Dr Alan Bauman, an expert physician in the field of hair restoration, joins Dr Smeaton to explore the complicated world of hair loss and the options that are available to treat it. Hair loss can be caused […]