Headed to Healthier | Expert Health Advice, Managing Your Health

Shoulder pain is something I hear about all the time—especially from women who aren’t sure if it’s something to worry about or just “part of getting older.”

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shawn Johnson to break it down in a practical, easy-to-understand way.

We talk about the most common causes of shoulder pain in women, what’s often overlooked, and when it’s time to get it checked out.

She also shares what you can do before jumping to surgery, and what actually helps.

If you’ve been dealing with shoulder discomfort, limited movement, or just wondering what’s normal… this episode is for you.

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Many people want to come off medications—but doing it the wrong way can actually do more harm than good.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lola Ashaye, a board-certified Family and Lifestyle Medicine physician and founder of InTouch Primary Care. We talk about how to approach your health with intention, not extremes.

This conversation is all about doing things the right way—so you can feel better, stay safe, and build long-term health.

We cover:

If you’ve ever thought, “I just want to be off meds,” this episode will help you take a smarter, safer approach.

**Connect with Dr. Ashaye**

Website: https://intouchprimarycare.com

What if movement didn’t have to be perfect to matter?

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sara Ionescu — board-certified family medicine physician, movement coach, and mom of five — to talk about making movement simple, realistic, and sustainable.

We discuss:

If you’ve ever felt like exercise has to be all-or-nothing, this conversation will shift your perspective.

Small action. Done consistently. Leads to massive transformation.

Connect with Dr. Sara:

Website: drsaraionescu.com

Instagram: @drsaraionescu

YouTube: @DrSaraIonescu

Facebook: facebook.com/drsaraionescu

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drsaraionescu

Here's a link to the free 30 minute consult she mentioned: https://calendly.com/drsaraionescu/30min

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Traci DeSplinter to talk about proactive ways midlife women can prevent cardiovascular disease before it starts. We discuss how hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause affect heart risk, the most important labs and screenings to consider, and the daily habits that truly move the needle.

If you’re in your 40s or 50s and want to protect your heart long-term — without overwhelm — this conversation will help you focus on what actually matters.

Connect with Dr. DeSplinter

www.tracidesplintermd.com

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February is American Heart Month — and heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women in the United States.

The good news? Much of it is preventable.

In this episode, I share five practical, realistic steps you can take to improve your heart health starting today. No extremes. No overwhelm. Just simple habits that make a real difference over time.

Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond, these foundational strategies matter.

If you want a place to track your health and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet.

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In this episode of Headed to Healthier, I’m joined by Dr. Whitney West, a board-certified gynecologist with over 20 years of experience. We talk about what she wants every woman to understand about gynecologic care — from pap smears and hormones to fibroids, PCOS, and the importance of feeling heard.

This conversation is about recognizing symptoms that deserve attention, understanding what’s often missed in women’s health, and learning how to advocate for yourself.

What pap smears do — and don’t — tell you

Why fibroids and PCOS are often missed

Symptoms that shouldn’t be dismissed as “normal”

Why regular gynecologic care still matters

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Connect with Dr. West

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drwhitneye

Website: https://wwestmdpc.com/

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What happens when the routines that once worked for your body suddenly don’t anymore?

In this episode of Headed to Healthier, Dr. Brittney Anderson is joined by Dr. Janeeka “Dr. J” Benoit, board-certified internal medicine and sports medicine physician and founder of Invessel Health & Wellness. Dr. J shares why many women find themselves frustrated with their health, energy, and results — and how shifting from quick fixes to strategic investments can change everything.

You’ll learn why strength and metabolic health matter, how lifestyle alignment supports sustainable wellness, and why health is not optional — it’s generational.

In this episode, we discuss:

About Dr. J:

How to get in touch with Dr. J: 

Website: https://invesselhealth.com/services

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heydrj_/?hl=en

E-mail: [email protected]

If you want a place to track all of this and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet.

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In this episode of Headed to Healthier, I’m joined by Dr. Meghan Tierney, a board-certified family medicine physician with additional training in obesity medicine and menopause care.

We talk about why so many women are hard on themselves when working toward weight loss goals, how shame and perfectionism can actually stall progress, and why self-compassion is a powerful (and often missing) part of sustainable health change. This conversation is a reminder that you don’t have to be miserable to get healthier — and that kindness isn’t giving up, it’s moving forward smarter.

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Connect with Dr. Tierney

Https://www.sorrelhealthandwellness.com

Https://www.instagram.com/meghantierneymd

Https://www.instagram.com/sorrelhealthandwellness

https://www.youtube.com/@SorrelHealthandWellness

** The Healthier Planner mentioned in this episode can be found here if you want a simple way to stay organized and intentional with your health next year.

As we close out 2025, it’s easy to focus on what didn’t happen with our health. In this episode, I’m flipping that mindset.

Instead of resolutions or pressure, we’re reflecting on five real health wins you may have had this year—even if you didn’t notice them at the time.

In this episode, we talk about:

This is a gentle, encouraging conversation to help you end the year with clarity, not guilt—and carry what’s working into 2026.

Listen, reflect, and take a moment to recognize how far you’ve already come.

** The Healthier Planner mentioned in this episode can be found here if you want a simple way to stay organized and intentional with your health next year.

In this episode of Headed to Healthier, Dr. Brittney shares five simple, actionable ways to reset your health before the new year — no overwhelm, no perfection required. Learn how to get current on preventive care, check your health baseline, simplify your daily habits, clear your health to-dos, and set one intention for 2026.

In this episode you’ll learn:

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