Struggling to fall asleep, or stay asleep? In this episode, pharmacist Bryana Gregory, PharmD, RPh, explains why sleep is a root-cause issue that drives hormone balance, immune strength, metabolism, and daily performance. She covers how circadian rhythm, light exposure, stress, pain, and life stages (like menopause) influence sleep quality, and why fixing daytime cues is just as important as what you take at night.

 

Bryana dives into melatonin beyond the basics: what melatonin is, why production declines with age, and how targeted formulations can match your sleep patterns. For trouble falling asleep, she discusses immediate-release sublingual tablets; for middle-of-the-night wakeups, sustained or delayed-release capsules; and how some guests benefit from both. She also addresses long-term use, safety, dosage personalization, and the value of potency-verified, compounded prescriptions free of common fillers. Learn more about melatonin and other practical tips for improving your sleep and overall health.

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Experiencing the postpartum “new normal” that never felt normal? Today’s guest was feeling “off” after baby number three and couldn’t bounce back. After experiencing heavy periods, painful ovulation, hives, asthma, brain fog, poor sleep, and mood swings, she reached out to Hotze Health and Wellness Center to find answers. At the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, Emily’s root causes were uncovered. She was treated for hormone imbalance (low progesterone), food/environmental sensitivities, yeast overgrowth/leaky gut, and Hashimoto’s, along with two suspicious thyroid nodules later confirmed as a non-invasive carcinoma.

Join Dr. Hotze and his guest, Emily Stellfox, as they walk through the natural plan that turned everything around. Emily was treated with gluten elimination and a strict GAPS-style reset, targeted probiotics and a yeast cleanse, low-dose progesterone, low-dose immunotherapy for allergies, key vitamins/minerals, and eliminated fluoride. With careful follow-up (thanks to Dr. Ellsworth & Jill), she removed the problematic thyroid lobe, resolved the hives and asthma, normalized cycles, regained energy and sleep, and brought her Hashimoto’s markers to zero! She now rates her health a “10.” Emily’s message to you today is “take charge of your health, fix the gut, balance hormones, and partner with a team that treats causes, not just symptoms.”

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Are parasites affecting your health without you even realizing it? Parasites can silently affect nutrient absorption, immune balance, and overall health. In this episode, Bryana Gregory, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, explains how parasitic infections can strip the body of essential nutrients and contribute to inflammation, fatigue, autoimmune issues, and other chronic health conditions.

Bryana dives deep into two of the most effective antiparasitic compounds of Ivermectin and Mebendazole, and how they work to target different stages of parasitic life cycles. Learn how compounded formulations at Physicians Preference Pharmacy allow for more precise dosing, fewer inactive ingredients, and tailored delivery forms that meet individual needs. She also discusses why over-the-counter Ivermectin legislation raises concerns, emphasizing the importance of professional supervision to ensure proper dosing, safety, and effectiveness.

 

Discover how compounding makes medications cleaner and more effective, and why it’s critical to partner with a knowledgeable pharmacist for personalized care and optimal results. Contact Physicians Preference Pharmacy at 281-828-9088 for personalized compounding options.

 

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Regenerative Joint Therapy with Guest Michael Chinni

Joint pain doesn’t have to end in surgery. Discover how regenerative therapy can help restore your mobility naturally.

 

In this episode, Dr. Hotze sits down with long-time guest Mike Chinni, who shares his remarkable recovery after suffering from severe knee pain and degenerative arthritis. Instead of opting for another knee replacement, Mike turned to regenerative joint therapy at the Hotze Health & Wellness Center. Through a combination of A2M (alpha-2 macroglobulin) and Super Vesicle treatments, his body’s own healing factors were used to reduce inflammation, protect cartilage, and promote regeneration, allowing him to walk pain-free again.

 

Dr. Hotze explains how this natural approach helps stop cartilage breakdown and stimulates new growth, offering an alternative to invasive joint surgery. The discussion emphasizes the importance of listening to patients, addressing the root causes, and selecting natural solutions that promote health and vitality.

 

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Could polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) be at the root of your fatigue, irregular cycles, or difficulty conceiving? PCOS affects millions of women, often leading to symptoms such as weight gain, acne, oily skin, excess facial or body hair, hair loss, mood swings, and infertility. Many conventional doctors simply prescribe birth control pills or medications that mask symptoms, while missing the deeper issue.

 

Dr. Hotze explains that the underlying drivers of PCOS often include insulin resistance and low thyroid function. Both disrupt the ovaries, leading to irregular or absent ovulation, hormonal imbalance, and a cascade of troubling symptoms. Instead of relying on synthetic drugs, a natural approach can restore balance by supporting metabolism with bioidentical thyroid hormone, supplementing progesterone when needed, adopting a ketogenic diet, and making lifestyle changes that improve energy and well-being.

 

By addressing the root causes rather than covering up symptoms, women with PCOS can experience restored menstrual cycles, improved fertility, clearer skin, more stable moods, and renewed vitality. Natural, bioidentical solutions can make a profound difference in overcoming PCOS and reclaiming energy and enthusiasm for life.

 

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Can a decades-old drug unlock new possibilities for longevity? Rapamycin, originally discovered in the 1970s on Easter Island, was once used solely as an anti-rejection medication for organ transplants. Today, at much lower and less frequent doses, it is being studied and repurposed for its potential to extend health span, reduce inflammation, and support overall vitality.

In this episode, Bryana Gregory, pharmacist and physician liaison, breaks down the history of rapamycin, the design and findings of the 2024 Pearl Study, and why proper compounding matters for bioavailability and effectiveness. She also explains how this drug works on the mTOR pathway, helping improve cellular function, brain clarity, skin health, and even bone density and lean muscle mass in some patients.

If you’re curious about repurposed drugs, longevity, or ways to reduce inflammation naturally, this discussion sheds light on how rapamycin may become an important tool for the future of wellness.

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What if the fatigue, brain fog, and chronic inflammation you’ve been living with aren’t just “part of getting older”? Our guest today shares how he turned his health around after years of poor sleep, recurring infections, anxiety, and low energy. Instead of masking symptoms with medications, he found lasting solutions through a yeast-free diet, targeted supplements, and natural hormone support.

By addressing the root causes of yeast overgrowth, nutritional imbalances, and declining testosterone, Chris lost weight, eliminated chronic symptoms, and regained his energy. With guidance from the team at Hotze Health & Wellness Center, he went from barely functioning to thriving, both personally and professionally.

Join Dr. Hotze and his guest, Chris Mullins, for his powerful story. A reminder that you are in charge of your health. With the right program and commitment, it is possible to reclaim your vitality and feel younger, stronger, and more confident than ever.

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Is your liver keeping you healthy or quietly making you sick? In this episode, Dr. Hotze explains the critical role your liver plays in detoxifying your body, producing vital proteins and nutrients, and maintaining energy and wellness. He uncovers how common lifestyle factors like processed foods, seed oils, sugar, and environmental toxins lead to insulin resistance, weight gain, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

You’ll also hear a remarkable success story from Marie Strickler, a guest who reversed fatty liver disease with natural treatments, dietary changes, and intravenous alpha-lipoic acid therapy. Instead of relying on conventional medicine’s limited options, Marie discovered the body’s ability to heal when given the right support.

This episode will challenge you to think differently about liver health, why prevention is key, and how natural solutions can restore energy, vitality, and wellness at any age.

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Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Too often, conventional medicine relies on drugs to mask symptoms, offering temporary fixes without addressing the underlying cause. These synthetic treatments add stress to the body and fail to restore true wellness. At the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, the focus is on natural, bioidentical solutions that replenish what your body is missing, helping you regain energy, vitality, and enthusiasm for life.

 

Instead of treating you like a patient, our team welcomes you as a guest. Through an eight-point program, we address allergies, thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances, yeast overgrowth, nutritional deficiencies, and more. By restoring balance with natural molecules, improving diet, and promoting exercise, the body’s God-given ability to heal itself is re-ignited. This approach is about prevention, vitality, and living with purpose, not simply managing disease.

 

If you’re ready to take charge of your health and invest in your well-being, our program provides the tools and guidance to help you thrive at every stage of life. With natural therapies, individualized care, and a focus on lasting results, you can restore balance and achieve the energy and clarity you’ve been missing.

 

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Could your child’s ADHD, fatigue, or delayed growth actually be low thyroid? In this episode, Dr. Steven Hotze reveals why hypothyroidism isn’t just an adult health issue. It can affect children as young as two! He explains how conventional medicine often overlooks thyroid problems by relying too heavily on blood tests and prescribing pharmaceuticals that mask symptoms without addressing the root cause.

 

Dr. Hotze breaks down how thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, brain function, mood, and overall vitality, and why imbalances can lead to a host of issues, including behavioral changes, poor school performance, menstrual irregularities, and stunted development. He discusses how natural desiccated thyroid, prescribed based on clinical symptoms rather than lab averages, can help restore energy, focus, growth, and quality of life, without resorting to psychotropic drugs or stimulants.

 

If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, depression, or anxiety, or simply isn’t thriving, there may be an underlying hormonal imbalance. Learn how evaluating and restoring healthy thyroid function can change the course of their health and future!

 

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