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Marcelle Pick, OB-GYN NP, is a globally recognized women’s health expert, author, and educator. She co-founded the Women to Women Clinic in 1983 to transform how women experience healthcare. Marcelle’s Drop20 Now™ method has empowered thousands of women to achieve their weight loss and wellness goals naturally.

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Marcelle Pick explains how PCOS is often misunderstood as a hormonal disorder when it is fundamentally a metabolic issue. She shares actionable advice on improving diet, incorporating mindful exercise, and supporting adrenal health to overcome PCOS symptoms.

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(00:00) – Introduction and feedback on PCOS interest

(02:14) – Meet Marcelle Pick: her journey and expertise

(03:00) – Why PCOS is a metabolic problem

(05:33) – Practical dietary tips for PCOS management

(10:22) – Recognizing PCOS symptoms

(17:57) – Exercise and PCOS: What’s safe and effective

(26:55) – Carbs, protein, and timing in PCOS nutrition

(35:16) – The importance of listening to your body

(48:48) – Why gut health and adrenal function matter

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Dr. Peter Kan is a board-certified integrative medicine practitioner, functional medicine expert, and chiropractic neurologist specializing in chronic conditions. He is the creator of the NeuroMetabolic Integration program and has helped over 5,000 patients worldwide reclaim their health through his virtual practice. Dr. Kan bridges Eastern and Western medicine, emphasizing the body’s innate ability to heal.

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This episode dives into the role of gut health in hormonal imbalances like PCOS. Dr. Kan explains how insulin resistance, neurological dysfunction, and gut microbiome imbalances create a cascade of health issues. He provides practical tips for improving digestion, reducing inflammation, and balancing hormones through lifestyle changes.

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(00:00) - Introduction: Why Gut Health is Crucial for PCOS and Hormonal Balance

(01:32) - What is a Chiropractic Neurologist? Understanding Functional Neurology

(03:32) - Nerves and Digestion: The Importance of the Vagus Nerve in Gut Health

(05:25) - Insulin Resistance and PCOS: How They Impact Neurology and the Gut

(13:48) - Signs of Poor Gut Health and How They Relate to Hormonal Imbalance

(21:41) - The Role of Muscle Mass in Insulin Resistance and Hormonal Health

(32:49) - How Stress and Sleep Affect Digestion, Hormones, and Overall Health

(37:36) - Alcohol’s Impact on Sleep, Gut Microbiome, and Hormonal Balance

(50:25) - Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics: What You Need to Know

(59:23) - Mitigating Stress to Support Gut and Hormonal Health

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Aimee Neumann is a certified nurse practitioner with 17 years of experience specializing in women’s health and functional medicine. After overcoming a personal diagnosis of stage one breast cancer, Aimee has dedicated her career to uncovering the root causes of health issues, empowering her patients to achieve holistic wellness.

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Join Dr. Cassie Smith and Aimee Neumann as they explore the transformative power of gut health, advanced hormone testing, and mold toxicity awareness. This episode sheds light on the intricacies of DUTCH testing, the importance of gut health in hormone balance, and actionable ways to manage mold exposure. Perfect for anyone looking to take control of their health holistically!

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction and alarming stats about menopause and hormones.

(02:36) Why conventional training often overlooks hormonal health.

(06:46) The science behind DUTCH testing and how it works.

(09:16) Gut health’s impact on hormones and the estrobolome.

(37:09) The underestimated danger of mold toxicity and its symptoms.

(53:55) Testing for mold: urine vs. blood testing methods.

(1:07:21) Why investing in your health is key to true wellness.

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Hayden Collier, PharmD is the director of clinical services at nuBioAge. He is committed to advancing healthcare through innovative, patient-centered approaches. With a passion for weightlifting, he draws parallels between the discipline of fitness and the importance of prevention in modern medicine. Hayden’s expertise extends beyond the pharmacy, blending sports science with cutting-edge medical strategies to redefine how we approach health and longevity. A dedicated husband, father, and sportsman, he brings the same focus and energy to both personal and professional life, always striving to inspire others to take charge of their well-being.

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Join Dr. Cassie Smith and compounding pharmacy expert Hayden Collier, PharmD, as they dive into the world of peptide therapies, mitochondrial health, and what makes a quality compounding pharmacy.

00:00 - Introduction to Back to the Basics and Overview of Peptide Therapy

05:00 - Guest Introduction: Hayden Collier and the Role of Compounding Pharmacies

10:15 - Explanation of 503A vs. 503B Pharmacies and Regulation Differences

16:00 - Discussion on Mitochondrial Health and Benefits of Methylene Blue

21:00 - Addressing Risks of Buying Peptides Online Without Medical Supervision

27:30 - Overview of NAD Peptides and Their Role in Energy Production

34:00 - Importance of Gut Health and Introduction to Peptides for the Gut

41:00 - Thymosin Alpha and Beta: Uses in Autoimmune and Injury Recovery

47:00 - Hormone Health and Peptides for Sexual Health and Anti-Aging

54:00 - Closing Thoughts on Peptide Therapy’s Role in Holistic Health

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About My Guest:

Dr. Jenn Simmons is a breast cancer surgeon turned Integrative oncologist on a mission to change how we diagnose, treat, and screen for breast cancer. Her best selling book, the smart woman’s guide to breast cancer, is changing the narrative around breast cancer and will undoubtedly change the lives of millions of women worried about or affected by a breast cancer diagnosis. She is opening the first perfection imaging center, which accurately screens for breast cancer using revolutionary new technology without pain, compression, or radiation. No more mammograms ladies !

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In this episode of Back to the Basics, Dr. Cassie Smith hosts Dr. Jenn Simmons, a former breast cancer surgeon turned integrative oncologist, to discuss the shortcomings of traditional breast cancer screening and the potential of safe, alternative therapies. Dr. Simmons sheds light on how mammograms may not save lives as commonly believed, often leading to overdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments that compromise patients' quality of life. She shares insights from studies and patient cases, explaining how breast cancer growth is unpredictable and why current screening methods fail to identify which cancers need intervention.

The conversation highlights Dr. Simmons' advocacy for more effective and less invasive breast cancer screening methods, such as QT scanning, which provides better results without the pain and radiation associated with mammograms. They also explore the life-changing benefits of bioidentical hormone therapy for breast cancer survivors, debunking the myth that hormone replacement fuels cancer recurrence. Dr. Simmons emphasizes the importance of personalized, holistic care to help survivors regain their vitality, reduce post-treatment complications, and improve their long-term health outcomes.

Timestamps:

01:12 - Guest Introduction: Dr. Jenn Simmons

02:50 - The Problem with Traditional Breast Cancer Screening

05:00 - Overdiagnosis and Its Emotional Impact

07:45 - Alternative Breast Cancer Screening

10:12 - Bioidentical Hormone Therapy After Breast Cancer

14:20 - Addressing Post-Treatment Symptoms

18:50 - Holistic Oncology: Personalized Care

25:15 - Hormone Therapy Myths

40:00 - Future of Breast Cancer Care

55:00 - Bioidentical Hormones in Cancer Recovery

1:10:00 - Wrapping Up: Empowering Women

1:15:00 - Closing Remarks

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Dr. Marc Sklar, a.k.a The Fertility Expert, has been helping couples conceive naturally for 21 years, with a mission to restore hope and confidence in their fertility journey. He holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and trained at Harvard Medical School’s Mind/Body Institute. As the creator of Fertility TV, MarcSklar.com, and ReproductiveWellness.com, Dr. Sklar also serves as a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. Based in San Diego, he runs Reproductive Wellness and offers fertility coaching worldwide through the Hope Fertility Program, while educating a global audience via his YouTube channel, Fertility TV.

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In this episode of Back to the Basics, Dr. Cassie Smith welcomes Dr. Marc Sklar, DACM, LAc, a leading natural fertility specialist, to discuss the increasing struggles couples face with infertility. Dr. Sklar highlights the role toxins and processed foods play in declining fertility rates. He also emphasizes the importance of foundational health practices—proper nutrition, stress management, and quality sleep—in optimizing fertility outcomes.

The conversation dives deep into the necessary medical assessments for couples facing fertility challenges, including hormone panels and male fertility evaluations, and how certain lifestyle adjustments can make a profound impact on reproductive health. Dr. Sklar also covers specific advice for women with PCOS, stressing the importance of balancing blood sugar levels and addressing thyroid and gut health issues to increase the likelihood of conception.

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02:16 - Rising Infertility Rates

04:40 - Environmental Toxins Affect Male Fertility

05:56 - Food and Fertility

08:24 - Impact of Stress and Lifestyle on Reproductive Health

10:46 - Sleep and Hormonal Balance

14:06 - IVF Without Lab Testing Concerns

20:48 - Key Fertility Lab Tests

28:06 - Managing PCOS Naturally

34:13 - Gut Health and Fertility

41:06 - Essential Fertility Supplements

44:17 - Dangers of Self-Medicating with DHEA

45:12 - PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and Fertility

48:16 - Genetic Impact of Fertility Issues

49:49 - Lifestyle Changes for Fertility

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About My Guest:

Shawn Wells, MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN

Nutritional Biochemistry Expert | "The World's Greatest Formulator" | Serial Entrepreneur

Shawn is a globally recognized nutritional biochemist with a Master’s in Nutritional Biochemistry from UNC Chapel Hill and extensive experience in business and marketing. He has served as Chief Science Officer at Biotrust Nutrition, overseeing R&D and brand marketing for a $125MM company, and is involved in multiple business ventures, having been part of transactions worth over $425 million. A prolific formulator, he has created over 1100 products and holds 40+ patents, including innovations like enfinity® and TeaCrine. Despite overcoming personal health challenges, Shawn remains a leading voice in health optimization, frequently appearing in documentaries, podcasts, and TV segments, and shares his expertise through his company Zone Halo and his website

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Shawn also shares his passion for gut health, stressing its critical role in immune function and mental health. They discuss the impact of short-chain fatty acids, such as butyrate, on gut integrity and overall health. Additionally, Shawn offers practical advice on selecting effective supplements and shares his favorite go-to products, such as creatine, dihydroberberine, and ergothioneine, to support metabolic function and longevity. The episode is a valuable resource for listeners seeking to navigate the supplement industry and make informed choices for their health.

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02:23 - Quality Issues in Supplements

04:36 - Risks of Buying Supplements Online

06:48 - Importance of Quality Control

09:46 - Regulatory Challenges

12:33 - Dangers of Cheap Supplements

14:47 - How to Identify Reliable Brands

20:58 - Choosing Quality Omega-3

30:55 - The Role of Gut Health

40:53 - Shawn’s Top Supplement Picks

52:33 - Mitochondrial Health & Stress

59:58 - Choosing Protein Supplements

01:08:40 - Listener Q&A

01:10:12 - Future Collaborations

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Divya Gupta is a functional nutritionist who empowers busy individuals to surpass their parents' health legacies. Drawing from her corporate background and personal triumphs over gallbladder removal and Hashimoto's, Divya creates personalized wellness plans that fit modern, fast-paced lives.

She bridges cutting-edge functional approaches with practical solutions. Divya's mission is for her clients to regain vitality and live life on their own terms.

Based in San Jose, California, Divya balances her thriving practice with hiking, cooking, yoga, and adventures with her husband and 8-year-old son. Her journey embodies the transformative power of functional nutrition, inspiring clients to unlock their full health potential.

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In this episode of Back to the Basics, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with functional nutritionist Divya Gupta to explore the intricate connection between gut health and thyroid function, particularly focusing on Hashimoto’s disease. Divya shares her personal health journey, including how her gallbladder removal and Hashimoto’s diagnosis led her to seek solutions outside conventional medicine. This pursuit of better health guided her toward functional nutrition, testing, and personalized care.

They delve into how poor gut health, including leaky gut, bacterial imbalances, and low digestive enzyme production, can negatively affect thyroid hormone conversion. The conversation emphasizes the need for tailored diets and functional testing, such as the GI map and food sensitivity tests, to heal the gut and improve thyroid conditions. Divya offers actionable advice on optimizing diet by eliminating common inflammatory foods like gluten and dairy and highlights the importance of proper bile function, especially for those who have had their gallbladder removed.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to "Back to the Basics"

00:35 - Special Guest: Divya Gupta

02:37 - Divya Gupta’s Personal Health Journey

05:11 - The Role of Functional Testing in Healing

07:00 - Gut Health and Autoimmune Thyroid Conditions

08:45 - The GI Map: Key Tool for Diagnosing Gut Issues

11:24 - The Importance of Diet in Managing Thyroid Disease

13:32 - Why Gut Health Is Essential for Thyroid Function

16:48 - Gallbladder Health and Its Impact on Digestion

19:36 - Personalized Nutrition and Functional Testing

24:41 - What Diet Is Best for Thyroid Patients?

30:01 - Practical Tips for Improving Gut and Thyroid Health

42:02 - Closing Remarks and Summit Information

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Cory Rice, DO, graduated from Baylor University with a bachelor’s degree in forensic science and then completed medical school at the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. He attended Methodist Medical Center of Dallas for his internship, residency, and chief resident year in internal medicine. He spent two years in outpatient traditional internal medicine (including inpatient work in critical care and hospitalist medicine) before starting Modern Medicine, a network of outpatient practices that provide progressive yet personalized patient care using the most comprehensive lab work and therapies available today.

Dr. Rice’s professional interests include nutrition-based chronic disease management, thyroid optimization, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, or BHRT, for men and women. His clinical expertise is in most areas of chronic disease and, ultimately, the treatment and reversal of some of the more commonly encountered conditions in clinical practice today. He is passionate about helping patients reach their health goals while, in many cases, helping them get off prescription medication. His practice locations are a blend of both functional medicine and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Rice is an expert in the area of advanced bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, including pellet therapy as a Biote Certified Provider having performed over 20,000 procedures himself.  Additionally, he has completed coursework and certifications through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M).

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In this episode of the Back to the Basics podcast, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Cory Rice to discuss the profound impact of hormone health and functional medicine on overall well-being. Dr. Rice shares his journey from traditional medicine to focusing on preventative care, emphasizing the importance of personalized hormone therapy and how balancing hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid can dramatically improve energy levels, cognitive function, and quality of life.

During the conversation, they explore the role of nutrition, gut health, and detoxification in restoring and maintaining health. Dr. Rice also addresses common misconceptions about hormone therapy, such as fears around cancer and heart disease, and highlights the life-changing benefits patients can experience when hormone levels are optimized.

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Dr. Marcos de Andrade has devoted most of his life to the study of human potential, including a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Doctorate in Medicine, Master in Business Administration, and a research fellowship in General Surgery and the Metabolic Institute at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. De and the Biohax medical team are known for contributing advanced studies, research and papers that continue to push the edges of medicine with profound, positive results.

Dr. De founded Biohax because of his own personal journey where he learned to successfully bio-hack his systems in order to overcome a serious illness. From his personal wellness success, he self-funded and built the Biohax brand.

Dr. De continues to expand the Biohax brand by doing global speaking engagements and educating the world about topics like epigenetics, human performance, longevity, hormone optimization, heart disease, and more.

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In this episode of 'Back to the Basics', Dr. Cassie Smith and Dr. De discuss the importance of health and wellness in the modern world, focusing on environmental toxins and their impact on our health. Dr. De shares his personal journey into biohacking and functional medicine, emphasizing the significance of daily routines, exercise, and creating a healthy work environment. They delve into the effects of endocrine disruptors, the role of iodine in detoxification, and advanced health protocols to optimize well-being. The conversation concludes with practical tips for listeners to improve their health and nutrition.

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00:00 Introduction to Health and Wellness

02:50 Dr. De's Journey and Biohacks

06:10 Daily Routine and Health Practices

10:44 Creating a Healthy Work Environment

16:58 Understanding Environmental Toxins

22:46 The Impact of Endocrine Disruptors

36:20 The Role of Iodine and Detoxification

45:13 Advanced Health Protocols

53:14 Final Thoughts on Health and Nutrition

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