Episodes
In this episode, I refer to human psychology and meeting our 6 basic human needs, how this drive human behavior and how we strive to meet these (consciously or subconsciously) with our daily decision making. The 6 human needs are: Certainty Uncertainty/Variety Love/Connection Significance Growth Contribution I encourage you to notice which two are going to influence and impact your decisions and beliefs and to also challenge yourself if you are meeting these needs in a positive and...
Published 04/18/24
In this episode, we unpack dopamine (not in regard to gut health) but how it swings and weighs down our pain/pleasure balance in the brain. How these mechanisms overcompensate and try and maintain a state of equilibrium - meaning the more "dopamine heavy" our lives are, for one, the more of that stimulus we need to avoid pain or feeling, but also increasing our susceptibility to physical pain. We talk about adaptation and how fleeting a dopamine hit truly is and how it impacts our...
Published 04/02/24
In this episode, I chat about clutter (mental, physical, emotional). I talk about the costs and the impacts that they all have on our health as well as talk about things to look for and actionable steps to start creating boundaries so that you don't get to a place of overwhelment in your own home. Our homes should be our havens, and is we are constantly consuming, storing, decluttering, we are diverting a lot of time and energy to things that do not give us life or bring us joy! Clutter not...
Published 03/12/24
In this episode, we explore what actually happens when we get into fat burn, what is required, where it goes, and what one's ability to get into this state is determined by. I also talked about my upcoming Heal Your Metabolism Group starting in March, here is the form to be notified when registration opens. I speak about using a CGM  (code DRSTACY) and the Lumen  (code: DRSTACY) to measure these things, along with looking at hormones through a DUTCH if needed. I also speak about all too...
Published 02/27/24
In this episode, we unpack how we have to create a new "program" or "story" when we are healing. We know our current lifestyle and where that trajectory has gotten us, but how do we break that? How do we undo past conditioning, thoughts, feelings, and beliefs? We talk about a possible addiction to a life we don't even life and I talk more about this on stress hormones and addiction to them in this previous episode.  I also have chatted in the past about neuroplasticity and times in the day...
Published 02/14/24
In the episode, I speak more on the topic of thyroid health, how it is a symptom of a larger imbalance in the body, and how the hierarchy of hormones needs to be considered when it comes to "healing" the thyroid. We also talk about how important gut and liver play a role as most of our thyroid is actually converted in these two areas! We also chat about the things that blow thyroid receptors including heavy metals, halogens, and even insulin. We can test minerals, metals, and toxins...
Published 01/17/24
In this episode, I talk about fat loss, the mechism (or WHY we have fat), what is is protecting us from and why diets DON'T work. I also talk about factors that inhibit your body's metabolic processes, what hormones ACTUALLY need to be considered when trying to heal your metabolism and learn how to burn fat in a sustainable way. I talk about my years as a trainer, how dieting culture did the opposite of what it was supposed to do for me, and how to supportively create sustainable fat...
Published 12/18/23
In this episode, we chat about ALL of the things healing and nature- everything from grounding, breath work, sunshine, structured water, our body's natural rhythms, and everything in between! I also talk about ways to support and add in these modalities to your own daily rhythm, to learn how to connect with your individual needs, and so much more! If you are unclear of what needs support, functional testing can be requested here! (DUTCH tests, gut tests, etc!) Also, tuning into your...
Published 11/28/23
In this episode, we discuss actual awareness when it comes to breast cancer and estrogen dominant cancers, the causes, the systems affected, how we can support and minimize our chances and risks by addressing the LIFESTYLE, toxin load, liver detoxification, microbiome, and so much more! We talk about things that affect estrogen like insulin, endocrine disruptors, and even our light exposure- so many things! We also discuss ALL of the phases of liver detoxification, what co factors are...
Published 10/24/23
In this episode, following up from last episode, triggers and situations that keep us hyper vigilant, how to notice and bring awareness to them, and of course, how to support removing your triggers and replacing them with more successful options. I also chat about instant gratification- how it affects our happiness, motivation, and overall nervous system and stress adaptation. I talk about things that affect our neurotransmitters, like pathogens and toxicities. Testing for those can be...
Published 10/10/23
In this episode, I talk about FOF, how it becomes chronic in the body, deciphering the different stages how this affects our body on a chemical level, how it interferes with the body's regulatory processes and lastly how to support pulling out of this constant state of stress. I go through what happens physically in the body in a place of sympathetic vs. parasympathetic and things that keep up in the state of constant FOF. We also discuss the emotions that define each of these stages....
Published 09/26/23
In this episode, I discuss how important empowering it is to consider how our thoughts and our mindset affect our current situation. I speak about how these patterns become part of our "program" by things like repetition, emotions, and habits, and how they shape our current state or results in life.    I also chat about how important it is to realize the power of our influences, our community, and media and how they power of suggestibility shapes our thinking as well.   I mentioned my brain...
Published 08/29/23
In this episode, I chat about how powerful it is to start setting a morning routine, make it tailored to your goals, and why that time of day is more powerful than any other point in the day. I also chat about things that affect our morning rhythm- anything from a lack of sunshine, waking up too abruptly, not prioritizing sleep, and nervous system regulation aspect of getting into a mode to create new pathways in the brain and out of survival. I also mention the possible addiction to stress...
Published 08/10/23
In this episode, I chat about how Insulin is the main driver for metabolic and hormonal imbalances. I talk about what has changed in our society to create the Obesity Epidemic. I also talk about how toxicity needs to be addressed anytime you are trying to control obesity or fat loss. The Total Tox lab from Vibrant is on sale through the end of August (no code needed!) and can be found HERE.  I also chat about signs that you may be insulin dominant or resistant including (but not limited...
Published 07/25/23
In this episode, I retrace my history to all contributing factors that set me up for a lifetime of imbalances, dysfunction, and symptoms. I talk about everything from dental infections, antibiotic use, diet, emotional trauma, societal needs not being met, as well as lacking purpose, passion, and drive. All of these things and more set me up for a snowball effect of symptoms, diagnoses, and band-aids (which you will see never worked). I discuss my journey with Hashimoto's, BII, and...
Published 07/11/23
In this episode, I discuss some hidden and maybe unpredictable signs that you are healing and maybe so motivation to hang in there- change it coming! I also talk about the stress response and how we can become biochemically addicted to it as well as negative emotions. I also talk about ways to get out of this cycle including: DNRS GUPTA As well as testing for chemical stresses including toxins in the environment as well as pathogenic infections that can keep our bodies in a state of...
Published 06/27/23
In this episode, I talk about ways to support digestion. This includes many lifestyle shifts as well as supporting with Bitters or Digestive Enzymes. I also talk about doing some testing if you suspect overgrowths or imbalances in the gut which can also contribute to chronic digestive symptoms. I also talk about reasons why you get "stuck" along your journey. Some of these reasons include still having a chronic exposure, food and water are going to be the most invasive because they are...
Published 06/06/23
In this episode, I talk about the HTMA test, what it can tell you about stress as well as your adrenal, thyroid production. You can request an HTMA here. I also talk about oxidation status or metabolic types (fast or slow) , what that means, how to find it on your HTMA test, and how to support oxidation as well as root causes of throwing it out of balance. Next, I discuss stress in regards to the HPA axis, I explain how this causes down regulation of other systems in the body, sources of...
Published 05/16/23
In this episode, I discuss oxalates (either inborn or external sources). Oxalic acid can be found on and OAT test here, or you can request one with my interpretation here. I talk about what foods are the top offenders for oxalates, how to start removing them properly, how they are connected to ASD, and inborn errors that can contribute to their formation. We also discuss root causes of Migraines. I, of course, also like to look at gut and toxin load as these are the top offenders,...
Published 05/02/23
In today's episode, we chat about methylation, why it is imperative to support, how to test if you have any SNPs, (you can find that testing here.) It is important to look at toxin load, I use a Total Tox test for this. It is also super important to look at inflammation and possible gut imbalances if a nutrient imbalances. I use an OAT test for that.  I also discuss Folic Acid and how it interrupts your methylation. It is imperative to support with a methylated folate, something that is...
Published 04/11/23
In this episode, we talk all things Men's Health; We discuss Low T; causes, symptoms, things to start supporting. We discuss looking at liver detoxifcaiton as well as estrogen and toxin load. Those labs can be found here: https://www.vibewellness.biz/testing It is no only important to look at hormones, but toxin load when it comes to environmental toxins and endocrine disruptors when it comes to hormonal health. We also discuss chronic kidney disease. Insulin Resistance is a huge player...
Published 03/21/23
In this episode, I discuss how chronic stress down regulates the thyroid and how it must be considered when healing it! I talk about cortisol levels which can be assessed on a DUTCH (4 point) This can be found here. I also discuss the importance of mineral levels, I use and HTMA test to assess these. This can be found here. I then discuss Lyme and Coinfections, when it comes to Lyme- it is important to know that it doesn't't run alone. Looking at coinfections, underlying gut issues,...
Published 02/28/23
In this episode, I discuss Type 3 Diabetes (Neurodegenerative Diseases/Early Onset Dementia), what the risk factors are, what you can prevent, and how to start looking at your options if you are experincing or have a family history of these conditions. I talk about a CGM to measure blood sugar- this is the one I use: Nutrisense Your $25 off the first month discount can be applied at checkout with code DRSTACYND25 I also talk about looking at toxin load and the heavy metal connection. Thes...
Published 02/07/23
In this episode, I discuss my top rules for fueling your body with nutrient dense foods. I discuss looking into your own response to foods by using a CGM, this is the one I use! Your $25 off the first month discount can be applied at checkout with code DRSTACYND25 https://www.nutrisense.io/?rfsn=7068687.141027&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=%40dr.stacy.nd&utm_term=7068687.141027 I also discuss looking into testing the gut if you are strugling with...
Published 01/17/23