Join Shana Hussin, RDN for an in-depth conversation with board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Cassie Smith of Modern Endocrine. We dive into:

• How gut health drives hormone balance, metabolic function, and cortisol regulation

• Practical strategies for reducing stress, improving circadian rhythm, and restoring foundations of health

• The lowdown on microdosing GLP‑1 medications—safe, effective, and who may benefit

• Testing guidance: what labs to run for insulin resistance, cortisol, gut markers, thyroid, and circadian balance

Dr. Smith brings a unique blend of conventional endocrinology and functional medicine to help listeners understand testing, define root causes, and create sustainable solutions for metabolic and hormonal wellness.

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode

• Dr. Cassie Smith – Modern Endocrine

• Instagram @modernendocrine_

• Low Insulin Academy

• Cortisol Calm

• Cortisol Crisis – How Did We Get Here and How to Overcome It

• Shana's Favorite Product Recommendations with discount codes

✅ Key Topics Covered

• Role of gut-health in modulating hormones, inflammation, and cortisol levels

• Microdosing GLP‑1s: protocols, effectiveness, and reducing side effects

• Strategies for supporting circadian health: sleep patterns, light exposure, cortisol rhythm

• Lab testing essentials: insulin, HgbA1c, cortisol panels, microbiome/gut intestinal permeability, thyroid

• Practical, foundational interventions for stress and metabolic optimization

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