In this episode, I welcome on Dr Nayan Patel, a collegue of Carol Petersens onto the show - so you know its going to be good! We dive deep into the importance of hormonal function, and how supporting your thyroid and progesterone levels can transform your health and quality of life. From PMS and perimenopause, to postpartum depression, and even hormone support for young girls, we’re covering it all. We both think you will very much benefit from this conversation and we hope you enjoy it. 
What you will learn;
- Why healthy thyroid function matters at every stage of life
- The role of thyroid hormone therapies and natural support strategies
- How stress and adrenaline impact your your Thyroid and hormones
- The connection between nutrition, lifestyle choices, and hormone balance
- Why bioidentical progesterone is essential for PMS, perimenopause, and postpartum recovery
- Progesterone safety in younger women and girls
- How to test your hormones and what markers to look for

If you’re curious about optimizing your hormones naturally or exploring medical therapies, this episode gives you actionable insights to support your thyroid, balance your hormones, and feel your best.

Dr Nayan Patel is a clinical compounding pharmacist, educator, and founder of CENTRAL DRUGS COMPOUNDING PHARMACY, a nationally respected facility specializing in bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) and personalized pharmaceutical care. For over two decades, Dr. Patel has worked hand-in-hand with functional and integrative doctors and practitioners to design precise hormone protocols, interpret complex lab panels, and guide safer, more effective patient outcomes especially when it comes to hormone health. You can find out more about Dr Patel and his work here;
http://aurowellness.com/
https://www.instagram.com/Aurowellness
https://www.facebook.com/aurowellness
https://www.tiktok.com/@auro.wellness
 @aurowellness  

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#384 Why Thyroid & Progesterone Are A Powerhouse Duo At All Ages with Dr Nayan Patel.

It was my absolute pleasure to have a conversation with the legendary Dr David Brownstein recently about the very important relationship of Iodine and Thyroid. In this episode we explore why iodine is essential for thyroid function, how deficiencies can contribute to fatigue, hormone imbalances, hair loss, weight gain, and autoimmune thyroid disease, and what you need to know before supplementing.
Dr. Brownstein is a leading expert in holistic thyroid care and the author of Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It. Together, we discuss:
What is iodine and why is it so important
How common is iodine deficiency and the symptoms
The link between iodine, thyroid hormone production and its efficacy 
How synthetic thyroid hormone has been shown to increase breast cancer risk by 50%
How iodine deficiency can not be addressed with food
The best way to get iodine and dosing
Common myths and fears about iodine supplementation
And lots more!

Maybe iodine is the missing piece in YOUR thyroid health? Take a listen to find out more!

Dr. David Brownstein is a Board-Certified, family physician. He is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine and is the Medical Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and others about his success in using natural hormones and nutritional therapies in his practice, including the importance of Iodine therapy. He is author of 17 books including the highly respected and referenced book, "Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It".
Find out more about Dr Brownstein here;
Book - Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It - https://a.co/d/bO1TUGb
YouTube - ‪@drdavidbrownstein‬ 
Instagram -   / centerforholisticmedicine  
Website - https://www.drbrownstein.com/

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#393 Iodine For Thyroid Health; Why It Matters More Than You Think with Dr David Brownstein.

In this episode, I welcome back my pal Morley Robbins to unpack the truth behind iron deficiency and why the conventional story doesn’t add up. This conversation should help to tie together everything we have discussed in our previous three conversations. But if you have any questions, please let me know and Morley will come back on to the podcast to answer them. :)
What we discuss:
Why low iron on blood tests is often linked to metabolic dysfunction, low thyroid function, and inflammation
The critical role of the liver and copper in moving iron and supporting hormone balance
Why testing serum iron is misleading and what to look at instead
Morley’s controversial take on why anemia isn’t real
Why Morley is against vitamin D supplements
How low copper may contribute to hair loss and skin breakouts
The connection between iron overload and cancer risk
Why retinol (vitamin A) is essential for optimizing human health
And much more on minerals, energy, and hormone balance. 

Morley Robbins, MBA, CHC, aka “Magnesium Man”, is one of the foremost experts on magnesium's role in the body, as well as the delicate dance between Iron and Copper. He is a voice to listen to closely when considering Iron and always ready to answer questions from his followers. 
If you found Morley’s information interesting and would like to learn more, you can start here:
If you’re interested in Morley’s new book [Cu]Re Your Fatigue: Second Edition, you can learn more here: https://therootcauseprotocol.com/cure... 
Download the FREE RCP Starter Guide here: https://therootcauseprotocol.com/star... 
Check out the RCP Premium Community, which includes two live Q&A Zoom meetings each month alongside an incredible library of resources to meet you where you are at. You can learn more here:
https://therootcauseprotocol.com/join... 
Consider taking a deeper dive with the Root Cause Protocol Institute. You can learn more: https://therootcauseprotocol.com/rcp-... 
Website address is https://therootcauseprotocol.com/
‪@TheRootCauseProtocol‬ 
Morleys BOOK on Amazon - https://a.co/d/8CWwcMs

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Chemaine xo

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#394 Iron Deficiency In Summary - Breaking Down The Truth with Morley Robbins.

In this episode, I sit down again with respected compounding pharmacist, educator, and hormone specialist Carol Petersen to explore the often misunderstood topic of "Adrenal Fatigue" - what it really is, why it happens, and how we can begin to restore balance and resiliency. Carol returns for a fourth conversation with an abundance of knowledge that will not disappoint. Enjoy!
We discuss:
🌿 What adrenal fatigue is and what the adrenals need to function optimally
⚖️ How chronic stress, thyroid health, and sex hormones all play a role
🧬 Why methylation matters for adrenal and overall hormone function
🥦 The foundations of recovery - starting with nutrition, blood sugar balance, and sleep - ALWAYS!
💊 Key supplements  and nutrients that can support the body through adrenal repair.
And lots more!

Whether you’re struggling with fatigue, burnout, or hormone imbalance, this conversation will help you understand the why behind adrenal issues and the steps you can take to start feeling stronger and more resilient again.

Carol Petersen is an accomplished compounding pharmacist with decades of experience helping patients improve their quality of life through bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. She is the owner of ‪‪@thewellnessbydesignproject‬  and a force to be reckoned with when it comes to hormones and health.
You can check her out here; 
Web - https://thewellnessbydesignproject.com
Take charge of your health radio show on Youtube - ‪@takechargeofyourhealthradio‬ 

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Chemaine xo

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#403 Adrenal Fatigue, Adrenal Support & Restoring Resiliency with Carol Petersen.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Dach to unpack the most misunderstood aspects of thyroid health - from TSH and Synthroid to T3 conversion, desiccated thyroid, iodine, selenium, cardiovascular risk, and more.
If you’ve ever been told your TSH is “normal” but you still have symptoms (even if you taking Synthroid)… this conversation is going to change how you think about your thyroid therapy. 
We discuss:
• Why TSH is an unreliable marker and why it often reflects inflammation more than thyroid output
• How T3 works primarily at the pituitary and T4 at the periphery
• Why T4-only therapy (Synthroid/Levothyroxine) can leave patients still feeling rubbish and with symptoms of hypothyroid
• The benefits of combination thyroid therapy and why natural desiccated thyroid (NDT) helps so many people
• Selenium’s role in T4→T3 conversion and thyroid antibody reduction
• The importance of around iodine
• How low thyroid function increases cardiovascular disease and cancer risk
• The best supplements for thyroid support, including berberine and myo-inositol.
And lots more! 

This episode is a deep dive into thyroid physiology, hormones, optimal treatment, and the gaps in conventional endocrinology that leave so many patients ignored. This is a conversation, even if you don't think you have thyroid issues, you don't want to miss!

Jeffrey Dach, MD is a board-certified physician and integrative medicine advocate with over four decades of experience in healthcare. In 2005, after retiring from radiology, Dr. Dach founded the clinic TrueMedMD — where he serves as Medical Director. Under his leadership, TrueMedMD has specialized in bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT), natural thyroid care, and integrative medicine. Dr. Dach is also a prolific author and educator. His works include Bioidentical Hormones 101 and Natural Medicine 101, aimed at making complex medical and hormonal science accessible and practical for both clinicians and patients. Find out more about Dr Dach here;
Website - https://jeffreydachmd.com/
Natural Thyroid Toolkit Book -  https://a.co/d/2gyUYzn
BioIdentical Hormones 101 Book - https://a.co/d/3d5HBSn

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Chemaine xo

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#405 TSH, Synthroid, Conversion Issues, Desiccated Thyroid, CVD Risk, & more with Dr Jeffrey Dach

In this episode, I sit down with the very funny Jeff T. Bowles, author of best selling book The Miraculous Results of Extremely High Doses of Vitamin D3, to explore the fascinating science and his experience behind high-dose D3, magnesium, and the concept of human hibernation, and how it may explain the fatigue, weight gain, pain, and low mood many people feel in the winter. Prepare to have your mind blown!
We discuss:
✨ High-dose Vitamin D3 and why it improves so many conditions - from peanut allergies to arthritic pain.
✨ D3 Toxicity myths and why magnesium + K2 are essential when taking higher doses.
✨ How D3 affects insulin resistance, obesity, mood, and metabolic health.
✨ Why thyroid function drops in the winter, increasing fatigue and symptoms.
✨ The human hibernation theory and how it explains winter slowdowns (and weight gain).
✨ The surprising link between Vitamin D3, progesterone & ALS!
✨ How magnesium deficiency drives constipation, insulin resistance, nerve pain, sleep issues, and much more.
✨ How to test for magnesium, timing and dosing considerations.
✨ And of course… why “there are no fat people in Colorado” - Jeff’s words, not mine 😊

If you’re curious about Vitamin D, winter fatigue, metabolic health, magnesium therapy, or the idea that humans might go into “hibernation mode” more than we think… this episode is packed with insights (and laughs).

Jeff T. Bowles is a best selling author with over 500,00 books sold and passionate researcher. His books include The Miraculous Results of Extremely High Doses of Vitamin D3, The Miraculous Cure For and Prevention of All Diseases What Doctors Never Learned, and ALS Breakthrough - to name a few. Jeff has also published several studies - https://www.researchgate.net/profile/...
You can find out more about Jeff here;
Website - https://jefftbowles.com/about/
D3 website - https://taked3.com/
YouTube - ‪@jeffbo7777‬ 
D3 Book - https://a.co/d/1Xwk6Ja
ALS book - https://a.co/d/hEQPn4m

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Chemaine xo

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#406 High Dose D3 & Magnesium, Fatigue, & Human Hibernation with Jeff T. Bowles.

Proverbs 18:21 "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it shall eat of its fruit."
It is my hope that my podcast and these conversations bring you insight and the tools to take responsibility for your health and hormones, so that you may live your best life AND fulfill your life's purpose with determination and happiness. Please like and subscribe if you are enjoying my content. :)

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