Midlife Wellness NP

In this episode, I sit down with renowned physician and integrative medicine expert, author, and Founder of the Hall Center, Dr. Prudence Hall, to explore holistic solutions for the unique health challenges faced by perimenopausal and menopausal women. Dr. Hall shares her expertise on navigating the hormonal shifts and physical changes of this transformative stage, empowering listeners to take a proactive approach to their wellbeing. From gut health and stress management to the role of bio-identical hormones, this conversation offers practical guidance for women seeking to reclaim their vitality and thrive during the midlife and menopausal years! Learn more about Dr. Hall here Follow Dr. Hall on Facebook here Join my YouTube channel here I wish you health and happiness, Kim Heifner, FNP-C, MSCP✨👩‍⚕️ Support the show Follow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Women are tired of being dismissed, ignored, or told their symptoms are “just a normal part of aging” by the traditional healthcare system! Carrie Levine is a certified nurse midwife, an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, Founder of Whole Women’s Health Clinic, and author of Whole Women’s Health: A Guide To Creating Wellness At Any Age and Stage. Carrie and I discuss common misconceptions when it comes to women’s health, thoughts on the over-medicalization” of menopause, androgen dominance, insulin resistance, approach to menopause and hormone therapy, and more! Buy Carrie’s book here Learn more about Carrie and Whole Women Health here Join my YouTube channel here Follow me✨👩‍⚕️ Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Understanding the thyroid is one of the most important things women can do, especially in perimenopause and menopause. There are so many misconceptions surrounding the thyroid, including appropriate testing, supplements, medications, diet, lifestyle, the different causes, and contributing factors to thyroid dysfunction. The guidance people receive from their healthcare providers often leave them confused, and often they still don’t feel well and symptoms persist despite being on medication to treat their thyroid disorder. Dr. Mazza is triple board-certified in endocrinology, internal medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She is the author of the recently released book, “Thyroid Talk,” and the owner of the Metabolic Center for Wellness in Florida. She uses a unique, integrative approach to managing and treating thyroid and other metabolic disorders, and she is only physician in Central Florida who can perform a safe, non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure for thyroid nodules! In this conversation, Dr. Mazza dispels thyroid myths, discusses needed testing to appropriately evaluate thyroid function, answers the most commonly asked questions about Hashimoto’s disease, explains why autoimmune diseases increase with age in women, new research on selenium, why women in perimenopause and menopause struggle with weight loss, use of GLP-1 medications, and she provides actionable steps one can take to improve their thyroid and overall health. Purchase Dr. Mazza's book here. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple or your favorite podcast platform: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/midlife-wellness-np/id1517262867 Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP1MLJvcxegZ7Bv7---PUEQ Follow me: https://linktr.ee/KimHeifnerWellness Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

In this enlightening episode, I talk with thyroid expert, Dr. Eric Balcavage, to uncover the common pitfalls in thyroid management, the significance of specific lab tests, and the intricate interplay between thyroid function, insulin resistance, and weight management, especially during midlife and menopause. Gain valuable insights to empower your journey toward optimal thyroid health! Learn more about Dr. Balcavage here! Get social with Dr. Balcavage on Instagram! Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Join me for an engaging discussion with Gin Stephens, New York Times bestselling author and intermittent faster, as we delve into the topics of midlife, menopause, and the role of fasting. Discover valuable insights on hormones, her latest book, "28-Day Fast Start," and common misconceptions about fasting and weight loss! Learn more about Gin Stephens here! Get social with Gin on Instagram! Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Join me as we dive into an engaging conversation with author Beth Romero about her recent book, "Happy AF." In this episode, we explore the transformative power of embracing midlife and uncover actionable insights to live a fulfilling and joyful life, even during the most challenging times. Get ready to be inspired, empowered, and equipped with the tools to navigate the beautiful, complex journey of midlife with confidence and grace! To buy Beth's book and learn more about her, visit her website: https://bethromeroauthor.com/ Get social with Beth! Facebook Instagram X Join my community on Facebook! Let's get social too! Facebook Instagram LinkedIn X I appreciate you! Wishing you health & happiness, Kim Heifner, FNP-C, MSCP Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Dr. Michael Twyman, a leading functional cardiologist, joined me to explore the root causes of heart disease and his unique approach to preventive care. Dr. Twyman, a board-certified cardiologist, focuses on the prevention, early detection, and optimization of cardiovascular function. His expertise and guidance cover a wide range of topics, including debunking myths, explaining new cardiovascular tests, and providing detailed explanations to help individuals understand and avoid heart disease. Through his interviews, podcasts, and educational content, Dr. Twyman offers practical strategies and knowledge to support individuals in their journey towards improved heart health and overall well-being! Our conversation covered a range of intriguing topics, including: 🫀the significance of vascular age in assessing cardiovascular risk 🫀the role of inflammation in heart health 🫀advanced testing methods used to evaluate heart risk 🫀impact of menopause on heart health 🫀valuable insights on hormone therapy 🫀importance of protecting mitochondria 🫀the potential benefits of photomodulation 🫀signs & symptoms that midlife women should be vigilant about for heart health 🫀the four pillars of health If you're interested in learning more about Dr. Twyman's approach to functional cardiology, visit https://drtwyman.com/ Follow Dr. Michael Twyman on instagram to gain valuable insights, easy-to-implement tips, and holistic approaches to enhance your cardiovascular health! Join my community on Facebook! Let's get social! Facebook Instagram LinkedIn X I appreciate you! Wishing you health & happiness, Kim Heifner, FNP-C, MSCP Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Dr. Dar Radfar is a top rated dentist, sleep specialist, and Founder of Rad Health & Diplomat of American Sleep & Breathing Academy! He is popular among Instagram and Tik Toc followers for his fun, informative videos and posts! Yet, he near fatal accident after falling asleep at the wheel many years ago created his career path helping others avoid doing the same. He was diagnosed with sleep apnea after the accident, but like many others, could not tolerate the cumbersome sleep mask that is commonly given. He decided to create his own oral appliance to treat his sleep apnea, he still to this day wears it every night, but has since successfully helped thousands with their snoring and sleep apnea issues! He created the popular, safe and effective sleep product, Rad ZZZ, that helps one fall asleep and actually stay asleep! For those who suffer with TMJ, he has designed help for you too, Rad Jaw, was formulated to help heal the joints and reduce muscle tightness in the jaw! In this interview, he always answers a very popular question about the dangers of flouride, and his recommendations, a new upcoming cosmetic device, and more! He is a kind, compassionate doctor with a heart to help others, and his passion for his work shines in this interview! Enjoy and be sure to follow him below: Website: https://www.805dentistry.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radhealthinc/? Tik Toc: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.radhealth Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

David Tomen is the Nootropics Expert, the number one source for the world of nootropics, the latest neuroscience research, and science-backed tips to boost brain power and improve mental health. Based on his own personal experience and thorough research, he knows one can have a razor-sharp mind within days! He discovered nootropics at a desperate time in his own life, and truly they saved his life. He shares his personal story, which is most-likely similar to many other people! Diagnosed with adult ADD, then later severe hypothyroidism, and it was his own research and use of nootropics that actually made him better. If you are suffering from things like brain fog, low energy, moodiness, difficulty sleeping, memory or inability to focus, dementia, Alzheimer's, ADD, depression, or even long covid symptoms, you will want to listen to this interview, and visit nootropicsexpert.com to discover the recipes and nootropic stacks David provides. In this interview, David discusses what nootropics are, specific nootropics and purpose in relation to mental and brain health. Specifically, he explains the use and benefits of methylene blue and nicotine. He is one of my favorite guests, and it was an absolute honor to have him! Please go to his website to check out the books he has written, and all the amazing resources he provides! Learn more about David here Buy David's books here https://geni.us/K1Bv Join my YouTube channel here Follow me here I wish you health and happiness, Kim ✨👩‍⚕️ Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

I was happy to have Gin Stephens back on the podcast! Our first interview on intermittent fasting and her book, Fast. Feast. Repeat. generated a lot of views & questions, so the first part of this interview, Gin answered some of those questions! Then we discussed her latest book, "Cleanish," all about eating (mostly) clean, living (mainly) clean, and unlocking our bodies natural ability to self-clean! Our bodies have the amazing ability to naturally detox from toxins, yet when it becomes overwhelmed, systems start to fail and disease can set in. Gin discusses where hidden toxins are found, names and labels to be aware of, and ways to assist our body in the detox processes! She provides science-based evidence on the diet we should "mainly" follow, personal products, and cleaning products we should avoid, and ones we can safely use! She also provides the evidence for fasting and the benefits to overall health & well-being it can provide! Gin is full of information, and truly an expert when it comes to intermittent fasting! Learn more about Gin Stephens here Follow Gin on social media Facebook Instagram Support the showFollow me: Facebook Facebook group Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Please subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Does evolution favor aging or longevity? Is aging a product of natural selection? Dr. Kris Verburgh is a medical doctor who specializes in aging and longevity, he is a co-founder of the neutraceutical company, Novoslabs, and a partner of the million dollar longevity fund that invests in new technologies to address aging! He wrote his first science book at the age of 16, and by age 28, he had written four, including The Longevity Code. At the University of Brussels, he researches and teaches...

Dr. Austin Perlmutter with his dad, Dr. David Perlmutter, wrote the book, Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind For Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness, and he joined me on this episode to discuss the book & more! Dr. Austin Perlmutter is an author, educator, and a board-certified internal medicine physician who received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed medical residency at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon. He specializes...

This is the title of the new book by Dr. Elfrat LaMandre that will be published in the upcoming months! She is an Integrative and Family Nurse Practitioner with her PhD who has a large practice in Staten Island New York! She has developed TheKnewMethod that aims to empower patients to know their symptoms are not just in their head and there is a “better way” get to the root cause of why they just don’t feel well! In this interview, we discuss more about: Enjoy!✨👩‍⚕️ Click here to watch...

Many of us spend a lot of our lives telling ourselves a story that isn't necessarily true, but that story stems from our core beliefs we hold about ourselves. Barbara Heffernan is a Psychotherapist and the Founder of the Awaken Joy, and she joins me on the podcast to discuss how identifying our core beliefs and overcoming can help free us from anxiety & depression. Barbara has 27 years of experience with both Buddhism and meditation, and has practiced as a private psychotherapist for 17...

There has been a lot of interest in ways to prevent or reverse aging recently, and many companies have been. trying to produce supplements that help do this, but they are outdated and rarely target the actual mechanisms that are causing us to age. Novoslabs, founded by Chris Mirabile and Dr. Kris Verburgh, is the first company to produce science-based anti-aging supplements and nutraceuticals that actually target the ten known mechanisms of aging! Novoslabs consists of a scientific advisory...

Dr. Leslie Baumann is an internationally renowned board-certified dermatologist, New York Times best-selling author of The Skin Type Solutions, media personality, researcher, and highly sought-after lecturer! She has authored three textbooks on Cosmetic Dermatology and Cosmeceuticals, and her latest one, Baumann's Cosmetic Dermatology, Third Edition, will be released in May, 2022! Dr. Baumann founded the University of Miami division of Cosmetic Dermatology, the first University of its kind...

Dr. Robert J. Davis, author of Supersized Lies, joins me in this episode to share some of the research that he reveals in the book. Dr. Davis, a.k.a. The Healthy Skeptic, is an award-winning health journalist who has been featured on multiple media outlets, such as , CNN, CBS, PBS, WebMD, and in The Wall Street Journal. He has previously authored three health books, and hosts The Healthy Skeptic video series, which he dissects the science behind popular, main-stream health claims. We are...

Michael Rubino, known as the "Mold Medic" has made it his life's work to help others better understand what mold is, where it is, and how our health can be impacted by it without us even knowing it! He discusses mold toxicity, what symptoms we may have, how we can treat it, and get rid of it, and have a cleaner, healthier environment for ourselves and families! Excellent, informative information that can truly improve our health! Learn more about Michael Rubino here Follow Michael on...

In this episode, I was fortunate to interview Brian Ferguson, the founder and CEO of Arena Labs, a company pioneering the field of high performance medicine, which brings the science of world-class performance, creative mastery, and elite teams into modern medicine. They take collective wisdom and power of people with deep experiences doing hard things under pressure, then focus that in the field of medicine! Essentially, Arena labs focuses on the human element of being a front-line...

Dr. Herman Pontzer is an internationally recognized researcher in human energetics and evolution, and is one of the foremost researchers in human metabolism. In his paradigm-shifting first book, BURN: New Research Blows the Lid Off How We Really BURN CALORIES, LOSE WEIGHT, and Stay Healthy, he reveals for the first time how human metabolism really works so we can improve our health and finally lose or maintain our weight! Dr. Pontzer's groundbreaking studies with the Hadza hunter-gatherer...