In this episode of the Advanced Women’s Health Podcast, Dr. Michelle Mussar, ND, sits down with Dr. Natalie Scheer, ND, for a real-world look at what’s coming through the clinic doors. From PCOS misdiagnoses and irregular cycles to metabolic shifts, early perimenopause, and stress-related hormone disruptions — they cover it all.

This clinical roundtable offers a behind-the-scenes view into how the Advanced Women’s Health team approaches care: with thoughtful questions, personalized strategies, and a deep commitment to treating the whole person — not just lab numbers.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why so many women are misdiagnosed with PCOS — and what to look out for

• The difference between PCOS, hypothalamic amenorrhea, and early perimenopause

• How life changes like stopping sport, weight shifts, and stress impact hormones

• The hidden role of insulin resistance in weight gain and fatigue

• Why emotional stress and food shame often block progress

• How realistic, sustainable plans (not perfection) lead to real results

This episode is for you if:

• Your cycles have changed and you don’t know why

• You’ve been told you have PCOS — but it doesn’t quite add up

• You’re tired of being handed one-size-fits-all hormone advice

• You’re overwhelmed by information on social media and need clarity

• You want a real look into how clinical care actually works

🎧 Listen now and discover what’s really working in women’s health care — and why your story deserves a second look.

📍 Book with our team or learn more at advancedwomenshealth.ca

Your thyroid might be small — but its impact on your hormones, energy, and overall health is massive.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Micaela Gregory, ND to unpack one of the most misunderstood areas in women’s health: the thyroid. We talk about how thyroid issues like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s often go undetected, what symptoms to look for, and how they can affect everything from your period to your mood and metabolism.

Dr. Micaela shares her clinical insights and compassion-first approach to treating thyroid dysfunction — with a focus on getting to the root of the problem, not just treating lab numbers.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How your thyroid affects your hormones, energy, cycles, and mood
• The difference between hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and Hashimoto’s
• What symptoms to watch for — even if your labs are “normal”
• Why many thyroid cases go undiagnosed or undertreated in women
• How irregular periods, heavy bleeding, and fertility are linked to thyroid health
• What a full thyroid workup should really include
• When to look beyond TSH levels for a clearer picture
• Lifestyle, nutritional, and medical strategies that support thyroid balance
  

This episode is for you if...

• You’re feeling tired, foggy, bloated, or off — and can’t figure out why

• You’ve been told your thyroid is “fine” but still don’t feel well

• You’re struggling with irregular periods, heavy bleeding, or hormonal shifts

• You’re curious about autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto’s

• You want a more informed, compassionate approach to thyroid treatment

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app and tag Dr. Micaela @feelbetter.livebetter and @drsarah_nd with your biggest takeaways.

“Your liver is doing more than you think — and it needs your support.”

In this episode, Dr. Ally Hilario sits down with registered dietitian Andy De Santis, also known as Andy the RD, to talk all things liver health. With fatty liver disease now affecting nearly one in four adults, it’s time we shed light on what’s really going on — and what you can do about it.

We break down what fatty liver is, how it often shows up silently, and the surprising ways insulin resistance, stress, gut health, and nutrition all play a role. Andy shares practical, no-fluff strategies you can start using today to take care of your liver — without overwhelm or shame.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What fatty liver disease is — and why so many people have it without knowing

• How insulin resistance and stress are connected to liver function

• Why gut health matters more than most people realize

• The impact of sugar, alcohol, and ultra-processed foods on liver health

• Easy food swaps and realistic lifestyle habits that support a healthier liver

• Why you don’t need to cut out everything you love to make progress

• How to feel empowered (not judged) when making changes to your diet
  

This episode is for you if…

• You’ve been told you have a “fatty liver” and aren’t sure what to do next

• You’re curious how food, stress, and hormones affect your liver

• You want real-life, doable nutrition tips — not strict rules or fear-based advice

• You’re working on metabolic health and want to go deeper than just “cut carbs”
  

Connect with Andy the RD: 📲 Instagram: @andytherd 🌐 Book a consult: andytherd.com

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, and tag us with your takeaways!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Fatty Liver Disease

01:04 Meet the Experts: Dr. Allie and Andy DeSantis

04:36 Understanding Fatty Liver: Causes and Symptoms

09:39 The Role of Diet, Lifestyle, and Gut Health

22:08 The Impact of Stress on Digestion and Health

23:24 Practical Tips for Stress Management

24:35 Optimizing Meal Habits for Better Health

29:01 Top Foods for Liver Health