Women N Wellness with Dr. Caitlin
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What in the world does that organ do... Pineal Gland Episode WNW: 106
June 28, 2020 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBThe pineal gland is very rarely talked about. The main reason is researchers don’t fully understand it function. But in todays episode the pineal gland is broken down into the following: Involvement in your sleep wake cycle, specifically with the production of melatonin. It’s effects on gonadotropin releasing hormone and how that can alter your sex hormones How the pineal gland calcifies over time and what can be down to reduce that occurrence It being our third eye and what the means ...
What in the world does that organ do... Pancreas Episode WNW: 105
June 18, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBDiabetics (both type 1 and 2) regularly blame their disease on their pancreases not functioning properly. That is true for type 1’s, but that’s not the whole story. Yes our pancreas is responsible fro the production of insulin, but that’s only about 5% of what your pancreas does. The other 95% are involved in: Glucagon production The production of 3 important digestive enzymes Amalaise Lipase Tripsin What can cause pancreatitis What are some labs that can be tested to to see how ...
What in the world does this organ do... Spleen Episode WNW: 104
June 11, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBWhat is the purpose of our spleen? It doesn’t get a whole lot of media unless someone ruptures or lacerates it, typically due to a trauma. The spleen is actually an integral part of two important systems: Immune system Lymphatic system In this episode learn what each of them do, where your spleen is located, if you can live without it and what emotion is typically linked to an under functioning spleen
So much more to gut than the Microbiome WNW: 103
June 04, 2020 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBWe focus a TON of proper gut function, especially relating to gut microbiome. This episode we take a different approach to our gut function. Learn: What other functions the gut plays a role in How do you know if you have a healthy gut How often should you be pooping to have healthy gut function
Everything Ovaries WNW:102
May 28, 2020 07:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBOvaries can be our best friends or our worst enemies. Our ovaries work very hard from the moment we hit puberty till we beautifully shift into post menopausal years. At least it should be beautiful, and with ease. In this episode learn: What hormones are the ovaries responsible for producing Exactly how our hormones are suppose to shift during menstruating What conditions can arise when the ovaries aren’t receiving proper communication What should you do if you have your ovaries remo...
OH-Uterus WNW:101
May 21, 2020 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWe blame our uterus for a lot of problems and frustration. In this episode we break down and discuss: What does your menstruation tell you about your health? What color should your bleed be? What do clots mean? Is painful menses normal? Are hysterectomy’s recommended and so much more Our uterus is often time the victim of other issues and it happens to show up as the bad guy. Let's start looking at our uterus differently.
Reunion Episode: Air quality and COVID WNW: 100
May 14, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBOur reunion episodes include all 3 doctors… YAY! On this episode recent research on how air pollution could be one of the driving factors behind # of COVID patients and their outcome is discussed. Learn how air quality is one major factor in COVID affecting : What is particle “Pm 2.5”? Do masks prevent us from inhaling pm 2.5? What are some ways that we can help clean up air quality What are some nutritional supplements to help support lung tissue Some at home methods of helping lung...
Lungs are not just for breathing. WNW: 99
May 07, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBIn this episode learn: What function do your lungs actually do What is the difference between COPD, Emphysema, What can you do to support your lung function
Adrenal What?! WNW: 98
April 30, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBAdrenals glands are little hats on top of your kidneys, but they are so much more. In this episode learn: What the functions your adrenal gland perform What is the HPA axis (hypothalamus, pituitary, adrenal communication) Best labs to run to check adrenal function (and which ones are less effective) How can you support your adrenals if they were under functioning
Everything you need to know about your Liver WNW: 97
April 23, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBFor starters it says it in the name… Live. We absolutely need our liver to be functioning for us to live. So how do you know if your liver is functioning? In this episode we cover: What is the functions of the liver What labs should be run to determine liver function How best to support your liver
Is Keto or Low Carb safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding with Kate Jaramillo WNW: 96
April 16, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBWe are constantly asked “can I follow the ketogenic or low carb lifestyle during pregnancy” or “if I am breastfeeding?” The answer is absolutely YES, but with some differences. Listen to Kate who is truly an expert on the subject of keto. Following the ketogenic lifestyle actually resulted in getting pregnant extremely easily. So easily that they weren’t even trying. Listen in to hear her fertility journey prior to the keto lifestyle. During this episode we ask Kate how can this type of...
What can you do about seasonal allergies WNW: 95
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIf you are a seasonal allergy sufferer you know how miserable it can be. Depending on what part of the country you live, your allergies can be afflicting your for as little as 4 months up to 8 months. Symptoms can range from sneezing, red or watery eyes, coughing, running nose, sinus congestion, sore throats to even hives. Everyone is different. Traditionally allergy sufferers are told “take an antihistamine” the entire time your allergies are acting up. Another option is allergy shot...
What can you do about seasonal allergies WNW: 95
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIf you are a seasonal allergy sufferer you know how miserable it can be. Depending on what part of the country you live, your allergies can be afflicting your for as little as 4 months up to 8 months. Symptoms can range from sneezing, red or watery eyes, coughing, running nose, sinus congestion, sore throats to even hives. Everyone is different. Traditionally allergy sufferers are told “take an antihistamine” the entire time your allergies are acting up. Another option is allergy shot...
Lymphatic Flow with Kelly Kennedy WNW: 94
April 02, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBWe are so blessed to have Kelly Kennedy on todays episode to talk about lymphatics, and lymph flow. This topic is so very important for overall health, wellbeing and most specifically healing. If you are struggling with getting your health to that next level it could be your lymphatics that are keeping you stuck. Kelly teaches us what the lymph system is, why it’s so important, and what proper regulation has to do with it all. We also dive into what clogs our lymph (We know that most ...
Women and Cardiovascular Disease WNW: 93
March 26, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBMost of the time heart disease is considered a male dominant disease. Unfortunately more and more women are being affected by it. Now almost as many women die of cardiovascular disease as men in the United States. 1 in every 5 female deaths are due to heart disease. In this episode Dr’s Sonya and Caitlin discuss the symptoms associated with heart disease. These symptoms can appear very differently than our male counterparts. What are the reasons heart disease is becoming more prevalent i...
Supplements vs Nutraceuticals - Whats the difference? WNW: 92
March 19, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBWe get asked ALL THE TIME, “how do I know if my supplements are good quality?” Or “what’s the difference between a supplement and a nutraceutical?” Todays episode answers those questions. That way, there should be no more wasting money on poor or subpar supplements that are not going to help you achieve the results you are looking for. We understand that it can be extremely frustrating navigating through supplement labels, ads, reviews, testimonials and to try and find information that...
Breast Implant Illness with Sarah Philipe WNW: 91
March 12, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBEvery women needs to listen to this episode with Sarah regardless of if they have breast implants or not. The reason this is, is because we all know someone that has them. Although they my not have health concerns yet, there is the possibility of symptoms, diseases and frustrations developing in the future and understanding that it could be linked back to their implants is a health game changer. In this episode Sarah tells us her journey with breast implants, and how she became aware of ...
I don’t have a gallbladder can I still do the Keto diet? WNW: 90
March 05, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBThis is a question the doctors get asked all the time. “I had my gallbladder removed, can I still follow the keto diet?” The short answer is YES. However there may be somethings you need to address before hand, or make some modifications to how you do keto. Reason being is without having a gallbladder it can be more challenging digesting fats. Since the keto diet is low carb and high fat, many people with their gallbladders removed are hesitant to try it. Or have tried it and weren’t su...
Fasting For Freedom with Susannah Juteau WNW: 89
February 27, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBOn todays episode we have a special guest: Susannah Juteau. She shares with us her fasting story, which is quite remarkable. Because of her experience with fasting she started incorporating it into her clients care plans, and has seen magic happen. Susannah has also seen the other side of intermittent fasting when it comes to women; straight on frustration. Because of this she knew that she needed to get together a group of Women who are Intermittent Fasting Experts to share their knowl...
How to age gracefully, and what that means? A Discussion with Cynthia Thurlow WNW: 88
February 20, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBThe Women N Wellness are so fortunate to have Cynthia Thurlow NP with them today. Today, Cynthia discusses how she wen’t from practicing Traditional Western Medicine, as an ER nurse; to becoming a nurse practitioner and utilizing the functional approach. If that’s not enough... we discuss aging. How do we age gracefully, without all the pills, lotions and potions? What does aging gracefully mean? One part is being kind to ourselves. That could be asking for help, sleeping more and workin...
Addressing Chronic Pain WNW Sharable: 87
February 13, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB20.4% of adults in the United States are diagnosed with chronic pain. Over 1.5 Billion people world wide suffer from chronic pain. Of those, 66% believe they are going to have to live with some form of chronic pain the rest of their lives. Everyone experiences pain differently. It’ll have a different frequency, intensity, even how it feels (dull, sharp, stabbing, shooting, electrical, numbing etc.) Because everyone experiences it differently, different forms of care and treatment are goi...
Coronavirus- What do we do? WNW: 86
February 06, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBEvery year it seems we are bombarded with information about a new or different virus or bacteria that is killing people. On todays episode the Women N Wellness docs talk about how to approach this kind of media, so that you know all the facts. Researchers now believe that the coronavirus isn’t going to be as problematic as they originally thought. It is a virus that can be transferred from mammals and tends to affect the respiratory system. SO what can you do to maximize you and your fam...
What blood work should you run yearly? WNW: 85
January 30, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBGetting blood work done isn’t always fun, especially if you are dehydrated, but it’s super important to get annual blood work done. The confusing part is what labs should be run? Are the labs being drawn often enough? Should everyone get the same labs run yearly? These are all questions we get asked often. Listen to todays episode to learn all about the importance of lab work and how to talk with your provider about getting more complete labs run. Realize that depending on your cu...
Why is Meditation, Mindfullness and Yoga so powerful...here's the research! WNW: 84
January 24, 2020 19:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBThere is a lot of contradicting information out there about how these 3 practices are separate from one another. So in this episode Dr. Caitlin asks Dr. Sonya to clarify the difference between the 3. You’ll be surprised to hear her answer…. Dr. Caitlin was. Also the question: Isn’t meditation suppose to be easy. Peaceful and relaxing? Gets discussed in depth. Meditation isn’t just about becoming more blissful, or getting some quiet time. It's so much more. Meditation has actually bee...
The Art (and Benefit) of Doing Nothing WNW: 83
January 16, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB“Il dolce far niente”, a saying in Italian that translates to “the sweetness of doing nothing”. Last spring both Dr Mindy and Dr Sonya had the opportunity to go to Italy with their families for a vacation of a life time. As we know Italians do not eat a low carb diet and yet have a way of walking through life with ease and joy. Both docs go over their experiences with the food, culture, and how a 2 week long diet of pizza, gelato, and pasta affected Dr Sonya’s son’s health. They will also to...
How the Right Retreat Could Change Your Life with Andrea Siebert WNW Ep: 82
January 10, 2020 20:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBJoin us today to talk about a very important topic... Retreats. On this episode Dr’s Mindy and Caitlin get to interview Dr. Sonya and her business partner Andrea Seibert on why they make it a priority to attend retreats each year. Dr’s Caitlin and Mindy finally got some clarity on why they both not only should attend at least one retreat a year but that they need to. Some of their questions and what you may have yourself were: What is the purpose of a retreat Who should attend a retreat...
Interview with Ben Azadi: Importance of mindset for successful weight loss and everything else! Ep: 81
January 02, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBThis episode of WNW, the doctors had the honor of talking with a best selling author of not 1 but 3 books, he has a top rated podcast and is the founder of Keto Kamp; Ben Azadi FDN-P. Ben shares his story about going from an obese, depressed, suicidal individual to someone that is now on fire. Who’s purpose is to help 1 billion people live healthier lives. He talks about the mental struggles that he went through daily when he was in that dark place, and what he did to not only get himsel...
What a Daily Dose of Halogens Does to Your Thyroid Function WNW Sharable Ep: 81
December 26, 2019 08:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this episode Dr’s Caitlin and Sonya discuss what halogens are and how they are impacting the health and function of our thyroid. Halogens will actually interfere with your iodine levels, which as a result with interfere with your thyroid's ability to not only make T4 and T3, but for your thyroid hormones to be able to bind to the receptor sites and allow your body to function. In this episode you will learn how to increase your iodine intake from the foods you are eating, how to easi...
Top 3 Things to Help and Prevent Developing Breast Cancer WNW Sharable Ep: 80
December 19, 2019 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIn the United Stated it’s expected that 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. That’s approximately 12% of the female population. That is NOT ok. What makes matters worse... the allocated cost of treating breast cancer can range from $72,000-182,000 for the following 24 months after the diagnosis is given; based off of which stage the cancer was detected. In this sharable episode Dr’s Sonya, Mindy and Caitlin break down the best ways of addressing breast canc...
What is the Proper Human Diet... Might Not Be What You Think Ep: 79
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBThere are a million and one different diets out there that all claim to be the healthiest and should be followed forever. What if that’s just not true? What if all different styles of eating have their benefits, and downfalls? Part of the issues with diets is most people stick with them for awhile. They usually stop when they get the results they are looking for or until they are so frustrated that they can’t continue any longer. This is why diets fail. Changes in lifestyle are what we ...
Most Common Hidden Infection - Cavitations and Your Health Ep: 78
December 09, 2019 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB98% of all Women, Men and children have some form of oral disease in the united states. Oral disease can be anything from dental decay (cavities), periodontal disease, cancers to infections. What most people don’t know is that studies have been shown that oral health will dictate overall health. Dr. Joseph Issles who was an oncologist, concluded that 97% of ALL cancers stem from either the jaw, teeth, tonsils or throat. In this episode Dr. Sonya interviews Dr. Caitlin on Cavitations, wha...
Most Common Hidden Infection - Cavitations and Your Health Ep: 78
December 09, 2019 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB98% of all Women, Men and children have some form of oral disease in the united states. Oral disease can be anything from dental decay (cavities), periodontal disease, cancers to infections. What most people don’t know is that studies have been shown that oral health will dictate overall health. Dr. Joseph Issles who was an oncologist, concluded that 97% of ALL cancers stem from either the jaw, teeth, tonsils or throat. In this episode Dr. Sonya interviews Dr. Caitlin on Cavitations, wha...
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Ep: 77
December 05, 2019 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBMultiple Sclerosis (MS). No one ever wants to hear those words come out of their Doctors mouth when they are telling them their diagnosis. For majority of people they feel that MS is slowly degenerative death sentence. And unfortunately for many it is. However it doesn’t have to be. There are many individuals with MS that have been successful at not only putting their MS into remission, but also reversing their effects; like being wheelchair bound to walking and riding bikes again. In ...
Receptor Sites: The Key to Health and Happiness Ep: 76
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBReceptors are how our body and cells communicate with one another, it’s like a lock on a door. The lock is either locked or unlocked. Hormones are what tell our body what to do, so they are the keys. Many diseases and even symptoms are treated as if we have a hormone problems; a problem with the number of keys. Typically the solution is to just give hormones. But what if we didn’t have a problem with the hormones (we had more than enough keys) but rather a problem with the receptor (th...
Memory Loss a WNW Sharable Ep: 75
November 23, 2019 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this day and age, more and more people are suffering from memory loss. They might not be using the term “memory loss,” but maybe brain fog, lapse in memory, forgetful, even... “senior moment.” Except younger and younger individuals are suffering from memory loss. Becoming forgetful is not only frustrating for the individual and family members, but it’s also scary as when we lose our cognition we lose our ability to converse freely, but we also lose the ability to live on our own. In t...
Memory Loss a WNW Sharable Episode 75
November 23, 2019 22:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this day and age, more and more people are suffering from memory loss. They might not be using the term “memory loss,” but maybe brain fog, lapse in memory, forgetful, even... “senior moment.” Except younger and younger individuals are suffering from memory loss. Becoming forgetful is not only frustrating for the individual and family members, but it’s also scary as when we lose our cognition we lose our ability to converse freely, but we also lose the ability to live on our own. In t...
BioHacking and Women Ep: 74
November 14, 2019 08:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBBiohacking is so simple, yet at the same time super complex. So what is biohacking? It’s sometimes viewed as do-it-yourself biology. i.e. hacking your own biology to function better. So how do we do this? Amanda McVey is on todays podcast simplifying biohacking for all of us. Making it so simple that we can all biohack ourselves to younger, better health and the best part is it can all be done the comforts of our own homes. That’s right you don’t need to go to a biohacking lab and use ...
Immune System Dysfunction Ep: 73
November 07, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBTis the season for flu…. cause the flu has it’s own season. Ever wonder why majority of people don’t get the flu or sick in the spring and summer? On this episode Dr’s Caitlin and Mindy discuss what is actually happening when we “catch the flu” or “a cold.” It always starts with taking a step back to figure out what your body is telling you… Are you actually creating an immune response to a new bacteria or virus that you were exposed to or are you stressed out and your body is telling yo...
Sugar Addiction WNW Sharable Ep: 72
October 31, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBEmotional or mental dependence on sugary foods and drinks can also be coined or termed sugar addiction. The average sugar consumption per person per year has increased from 17.5 lbs in 1915 to 150 lbs per person. That's because sugar is literally found in everything from formula, fruit juices, salad dressings, coffee, not to mention our fruit, starches, and complex carbohydrates. It’s no wonder that a huge number of people are addicted to sugar nowadays. Excess sugar will impair both o...
Sugar Addiction WNW Sharable Ep: 73
October 31, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBEmotional or mental dependence on sugary foods and drinks can also be coined or termed sugar addiction. The average sugar consumption per person per year has increased from 17.5 lbs in 1915 to 150 lbs per person. That's because sugar is literally found in everything from formula, fruit juices, salad dressings, coffee, not to mention our fruit, starches, and complex carbohydrates. It’s no wonder that a huge number of people are addicted to sugar nowadays. Excess sugar will impair both o...
WNW Sharable: Eczema and Psoriasis Ep 71
October 24, 2019 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBMore than 8 million people suffer with psoriasis and 35 million with eczema. That’s A LOT of people suffering with those skin conditions. The worst part is it can be hard to cover up, making those that have either condition self conscious about their looks and therefore depict not only what they wear but also the activities they participate in. These conditions can be extremely frustrating to manage, as a good chunk of the time the medications prescribed for them don’t work, or they work ...
Heart Rate Variability Ep 70
October 22, 2019 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBDr’s Caitlin and Mindy discuss heart rate variability on today's episode. What is heart rate variability(HRV)? HRV is a measurement of the variation in time between each of your heartbeats. This is important because our heart rate is regulated by our autonomic nervous system which is broken down into two distinct components: sympathetic (fight or flight response other wise know as our stress response) and our parasympathetic (relax and digest.) Measuring HRV is one of the easiest ways fo...
WNW Sharable: I Can't Fall Asleep! Ep 69
October 17, 2019 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBRoughly 60 million Americans are affected by sleep disorders, and unfortunately women are more affected by sleep disorders than our male counter parts. Not being able to fall asleep and stay asleep is usually caused by different issues. On this sharable we are focusing on tips to help you fall asleep more easily. Proper sleep is foundational to being healthy. That means that lack of sleep can lead to major health issues. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), these diseases...
Episode 68: What about IV Therapy?
October 03, 2019 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIntravenous Nutritional Therapy (IV therapy) has gained some real traction after certain celebrities were seen enjoying a Meyers Cocktail to get rejuvenated after a night out on town. However, this amazing therapy isn't just for a quick hang-over recovery or means of fast hydration. It has numerous benefits along with being able to support a variety of different conditions. Everything from asthma, fibromyalgia, hormone imbalances to even cancer. In this episode, Dr’s Sonya and Mindy will...
Episode 68: What about IV Therapy?
October 03, 2019 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBIntravenous Nutritional Therapy (IV therapy) has gained some real traction after certain celebrities were seen enjoying a Meyers Cocktail to get rejuvenated after a night out on town. However, this amazing therapy isn't just for a quick hang-over recovery or means of fast hydration. It has numerous benefits along with being able to support a variety of different conditions. Everything from asthma, fibromyalgia, hormone imbalances to even cancer. In this episode, Dr’s Sonya and Mindy will...
Tammy Stewart and Why Summits Should be a Part of Your Education
September 23, 2019 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBImagine knowing that something is wrong with your child. That something is just not right, however every time you reach out to different doctors you get the same few answers; everything is normal/fine, lets try this pill and see if it makes a difference. Tammy finally had enough and decided she was going to take her kids and families health into her own hands. With no prior training or education in medicine, nutrition or health Tammy spent hours at the library (pre-internet and computers)...
How to find accurate health and wellness information online
September 19, 2019 02:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBHaving the internet at our fingers tip literally every second of the day makes it easy to look up all kinds of information. The question becomes how accurate or true is the information? How can you know if the information you are getting is unbiased or has it been swayed or boughten? Listen into this episode where Dr’s Caitlin and Mindy share how they both find information and how they assess wether or not it’s valid; especially in the day and age where natural, holistic information is be...
Episode 66: WNW Shareable… Hair Loss
August 15, 2019 08:06 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBTune in today to listen to the first episode of the Women N Wellness sharable’s. Sharable episodes are just that, easily shared with friends and family. There is going to be only one specific topic. All 3 doc’s will give their TOP 3 (and only 3) best suggestions ranging from what’s causing it, what can [...]
Episode 65: Hashimoto’s: The Black Sheep of Thyroid Conditions
August 08, 2019 07:59 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBFatigue, brain fog, PMS or irregular cycles, and a diagnosis of hypothyroidism are just a few symptoms that may indicate a diagnosis of Hashimoto's Disease. It is 8 times more common in Women than in Men. Even though this condition is said to be more common among women in their 40’s to 60’s, it is [...]
Episode 64: The Cost of Your Clutter… May Not be What You Think
August 01, 2019 07:01 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBStudies have show that clutter in our homes, offices, and garages will drive up stress hormones in women. Many of us attach happiness and memories to inanimate objects that are doing nothing to provide us value, rather they are just taking up space in our house. This is likely why the idea of downsizing or [...]