In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Federica Amati, a Postdoctoral medical scientist, AfN accredited Nutritionist, and Head Nutritionist at Zoe. Dr. Amati shares her expertise on the gut microbiome, explaining its critical role in health, including its impact on brain development, blood sugar regulation, and bone health. She emphasizes the importance of diet, describing the gut as an internal garden that needs proper nourishment, including probiotics and fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, and kimchi.

They also dive into the importance of nutrition and movement for building healthy bones and muscles, particularly in childhood and adolescence, and address the growing concern of undernutrition among young women. Dr. Amati stresses the need to reconnect with food in a balanced, positive way to promote long-term health across all life stages.

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In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Emily Jamea, a renowned sex and relationship therapist with over 15 years of experience helping people cultivate connection and passion. Dr. Jamea’s debut book, Anatomy of Desire: Five Secrets to Create Connection and Cultivate Passion, offers insights into her approach to maintaining intimacy in long-term relationships. Together, Dr. Wright and Dr. Jamea discuss the concept of “flow state” in relationships, highlighting how couples can achieve a deep, fulfilling connection by fostering focus, attunement, and presence.

Dr. Jamea shares practical advice on navigating midlife changes, addressing the need for open communication and curiosity in evolving relationships. The conversation also delves into common barriers to intimacy in midlife—like hormonal shifts and physical changes—and explores how partners can stay passionate by embracing adaptability and vulnerability. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in strengthening their relationship and rediscovering passion, no matter the stage of life.

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In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright welcomes Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a board-certified OB-GYN and leading voice in women's health, specializing in menopause care and midlife health. Dr. Shepherd shares insights on helping women overcome fears about health concerns like heart disease and cancer, and how to assess readiness for lifestyle changes. The conversation highlights the importance of setting micro-goals, emphasizing that sustainable health changes require long-term commitment, often over a year. 

Dr. Shepherd also explores the mind-body disconnect during perimenopause, stressing the importance of therapy, life coaching, and holistic practices to help women navigate this transition. Tune in to learn how reframing menopause as a positive transition can empower women to embrace personal growth during this critical stage of life.

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Modern Menopause Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmeno

Website: www.jessicashepherdmd.com

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In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Louisa Nicola, a neurophysiologist and human performance coach, who brings her expertise in brain health and performance optimization. As a former elite triathlete, Louisa shares her journey from competing in the Beijing and London triathlons to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. They dive into the science of human performance, discussing how EEG scans after an accident introduced Louisa to the critical connection between brain activity and athletic achievement.

Louisa and Dr. Vonda explore the impact of resistance training on brain health, neuroplasticity, and the role of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in promoting longevity. The importance of sleep, particularly in muscle regeneration and hormone balance, is also highlighted, along with how menopause affects brain energy and sleep patterns due to estrogen depletion. Additionally, Louisa emphasizes building cognitive and physical reserves for future health and performance sustainability.

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In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Joe de Sena, the CEO and founder of SPARTAN, to discuss his journey as CEO of SPARTAN and his new book, “Extreme Balance”. Known for his relentless drive and leadership in the world of obstacle racing, Joe shares insights from his book on how champions balance respect and fierce competition in championship success. 

The conversation covers why people challenge themselves through SPARTAN races, stories of individuals transforming their lives by doing hard things, and how SPARTAN STADION races help empower women to believe in their own strength and badassery. Joe's powerful philosophy on embracing discomfort to find success and purpose will leave you feeling inspired to push your own limits.

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In the 100th episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Tamsen Fadal, author, speaker, and journalist. After 30 years as an on-air journalist, Tamsen made a bold pivot into midlife health, focusing on menopause advocacy. In this episode, she shares her personal journey of understanding menopause and what inspired her to write her book, “The New Single: Finding, Fixing, and Falling Back in Love with Yourself After a Breakup”.

Tamsen discusses how she started by asking random people in Times Square about menopause, followed by interviews with experts to represent diverse stories of women navigating this phase. The conversation highlights how many women remain unaware of what menopause truly entails, and the episode explores the need for greater education and how women can band together to elevate the conversation.

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In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Peter Taglianetti, Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion and Broadcaster. Peter discusses his incredible NHL hockey career, raising six healthy athletes, and his unique perspective on the year-round training regimen that many young athletes face today versus when he was training as a professional athlete.

They also dive into Dr. Vonda’s book “Raising a Healthy Youth Athlete”. Peter shares his insights as both a pro athlete and a father, touching on everything from sports to child rearing, and even offers his views on politics. Listen now for an engaging conversation filled with life lessons from one of hockey’s toughest players.

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In this solo episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright delves into the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause, a concept she introduced to describe the collection of physical challenges many women face during this life stage.

Dr. Wright discusses her recent open-access publication, which has garnered significant attention with 175,000+ downloads. She explains the impact of declining estrogen on the body, including inflammation, sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis, and provides actionable advice on hormone replacement therapy, anti-inflammatory diets, and appropriate exercise regimens. This episode aims to empower women with knowledge and strategies to manage menopause-related changes and maintain a high quality of life.

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Vonda Wright speaks with Alex Birks, co-founder and CEO of Suji Technologies. They discuss the pivotal role of targeted compression therapy in enhancing muscle health, managing pain, and aiding in muscle recovery.

Alex explains the applications of Suji technology from elite athletes to everyday users, emphasizing its benefits for individuals with various health needs including women undergoing menopause, those suffering from osteoporosis, and people with joint pain. They also explore the integration of digital solutions and wearable technology with Suji, making muscle health optimization accessible and effective for a broad demographic.

0:00 Intro & Suji Technology Overview 11:22 Alternative Exercise for the Inactive and Overtrained 12:09 Zone 2 Training with Suji Compression Sleeves 13:25 Benefits for the Elderly and Frail 14:35 Building Better Bone Health 15:49 From Elite Athletes to Everyday People 18:22 Suji's Integration with Healthcare and Experts 21:05 Personalized Training and Recovery with Suji App 26:01 User Experience and Feedback 32:32 Conclusion and Future Prospects

Website: https://www.trysuji.com/

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In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with over 31 years of experience. Dr. London delves into the evolving field of cardiovascular surgery, explaining the shift from traditional invasive methods to more minimally invasive techniques. He emphasizes the importance of diet, exercise, and regular health check-ups in maintaining cardiovascular health across different age groups.

The discussion also highlights the differing presentations of heart disease in men and women, the role of advanced diagnostic tests, and the impact of lifestyle choices on longevity. The episode concludes with Dr. London sharing his presence on social media and an invitation to join his community for more in-depth health discussions.

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Dr. London's Newsletter: https://www.drjeremylondon.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjeremylondon

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In this episode, we sit down with Cindy Eckert, a trailblazing American entrepreneur and advocate for women’s success. Cindy is the founder of Sprout Pharmaceuticals and The Pink Ceiling, a venture that invests in female-led companies and products designed for women. Her mission through The Pinkubator is to mentor and empower women, helping them achieve remarkable success in their ventures. Known for her distinctive pink branding and innovative approach, Cindy is dedicated to breaking barriers and making women financially powerful.

ADDYI is for premenopausal women with acquired, generalized hypoactive (low) sexual desire disorder who have not had problems with low sexual desire in the past, and who have low sexual desire no matter the type of sexual activity, the situation or the sexual partner. The low sexual desire is troubling to them and is not due to a medical or mental health problem, problems in the relationship or medicine or other drug use. ADDYI is not for use in men or to enhance sexual performance.

Your risk of severe low blood pressure and fainting is increased if you drink 1-2 standard alcoholic drinks close in time to your ADDYI dose. Wait at least 2 hours after drinking before taking ADDYI at bedtime. Your risk of severe low blood pressure and fainting is also increased if you take certain prescription, over the counter or herbal medications, or have liver problems. Low blood pressure and fainting can happen when you take ADDYI even if you don’t drink alcohol or take other medicines. Do not take if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in ADDYI. Allergic reactions may include hives, itching or trouble breathing. Sleepiness, sometimes serious, can occur. Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, tiredness, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep and dry mouth. See full PI and Medication Guide, including Boxed Warning at addyi.com/pi or call 844-PINK-PILL.

Follow Cindy Eckert and The Pink Ceiling for updates on their impactful work:

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