In this episode I'm going to help you answer the question: should I be starting hormone replacement therapy during peri or post menopause?

Over the past 23 years, there has been a lot of fear about hormone replacement therapy (HRT). The Women’s Health Initiative originally reported a concern about breast cancer risk, and that led many women to avoid hormone replacement.

A newly updated report from the same researchers has completely changed the perspective on hormone replacement. The researchers are now stating that HRT is not increasing breast cancer risk the way they once feared. Instead, HRT can actually decrease disease risk, including by decreasing heart disease, dementia, diabetes, and osteoporosis.

That is such essential information, and such a shift in what we’ve been hearing, that I wanted to cover this topic in detail.

Choosing hormone replacement therapy is a very individualized decision. It’s important to understand and think through your medical history and your health risk factors. It’s also important to work with a practitioner who understands the latest research. It is essential to individualize your doses and how hormones are delivered to your body (oral, cream, patch, etc). I’m going to cover how to find a practitioner who can guide you every step of the way.

I’m here to help you!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Take Dr. Doni’s Stress Type Quiz: https://doctordoni.com/quiz/stress-quiz/

Menopause Program with Dr. Doni: https://dv296.infusionsoft.com/app/orderForms/Menopause 

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

In this episode I’m excited to introduce you to Deidre Bloomquist. She is a Functional Nutritionist and an expert in toxicity, specifically how toxins impact fertility. She is the owner of Always Growing Wellness, which is a virtual holistic nutrition practice, and she is also the author of the bestselling and award-winning book, Toxic Infertility: Detoxification Solutions to Improve Natural Fertility, which talks about detoxification solutions to improve natural fertility.

If you find this information helpful, please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes of How Humans Heal.

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LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Deidre’s website: https://www.always-growing.com/ 

Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: https://doctordoni.com/detox-program 

Menopause Program with Dr. Doni: https://dv296.infusionsoft.com/app/orderForms/Menopause 

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

If you just found out that you're testing positive for high-risk HPV on your pap smear result, I'm going to walk you through the five essential steps I recommend for anyone who has received a positive high risk HPV diagnosis.

I'm Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor and certified professional midwife who has been in practice for over 25 years helping women understand high risk HPV and what they can do to protect themselves from cancer associated with the high-risk HPV virus. You're in the perfect place to learn exactly what you need to do because I understand how scary it can be when you first get those test results back from your gynecologist showing positive for high-risk HPV.

The diagnosis might be type 16 or 18 or one of the other fourteen types of high-risk HPV that are associated with cancer risk. No matter which type is testing positive—or sometimes more than one—it can trigger significant fear, anxiety, and worry about what to do next. What can you do to protect yourself? How can you be proactive?

Often, gynecology offices tell patients to "just wait and come back in three to six months or a year, and there's nothing you can do about it." I speak with thousands of women every year, and this is what they consistently tell me their doctor's office says—that there's nothing you can do but wait and see if it causes abnormal cells or cancer.

As someone who has been helping women for over 25 years—thousands of women around the world—I'm here to tell you that you don't have to wait and see if it turns into cancer. There are steps you can take starting now, and that's the purpose of this guide: to give you clear direction on what you can do immediately. I know it's challenging to find this

We’re here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Join Dr. Doni’s Kickstart Program: https://hpv.doctordoni.com/hpv/hpv-kickstart-program 

Menopause Program with Dr. Doni: https://dv296.infusionsoft.com/app/orderForms/Menopause 

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

In this episode I’m excited to introduce you to Dr. Shilpa Sayana. She is Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Functional Medicine and practices in the Los Angeles area. As a menopause expert, Dr. Sayana helps women through perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, focusing on hormone replacement and both symptom management and prevention of health issues throughout a woman's lifetime.

Over 1 million women become menopausal every year in the U.S.

I – Dr. Doni – am so grateful to have been trained in how to support women through menopause using natural approaches and bio-identical hormones when I was in naturopathic medical school at Bastyr in the 1990s. I’ve been helping women for over 25 years.

And I’m so glad more medical doctors, like Dr. Shilpa, are becoming open to natural approaches, and trained in how to support women.

We’re here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Join Dr. Doni’s “Say Goodbye To HPV” Program: https://hpv.doctordoni.com/hpv/checkout-12week-program 

Connect with Dr. Shilpa: https://www.sayanamedical.com/ 

Menopause Program with Dr. Doni: https://dv296.infusionsoft.com/app/orderForms/Menopause 

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

In this episode I'm going to be talking about how to choose clinically effective supplements to help you clear high-risk HPV virus naturally using nutrients, herbs, and other natural products. I'm Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor, midwife, and clinical nutritionist.

I'm an expert in helping women address high-risk HPV virus and abnormal pap smears, meaning abnormal cells on the cervix, vagina, vulva, or other areas. I've been helping women in this area for over 25 years, starting when I was in naturopathic medical school specializing in women's healthcare. I've subsequently helped thousands of women from around the world clear high-risk HPV virus to negative and prevent it from coming back again.

Women come to me for one-on-one or group programs and say, "Dr. Doni, this is what I've been taking for the past three months or six months or even years, and HPV hasn't gone away. What am I missing?" Today, I want to share the five most common mistakes I find when I review supplements that people are taking to try to fend off HPV.

It's not about perfection or being hard on yourself. It's about being gentle with yourself, acceptance of your body, acceptance of your thoughts, acceptance of your emotions. It's through being present with ourselves that we develop self-love, self-acceptance that's extremely healing and necessary when dealing with HPV and cancer risk.

I’m here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Join Dr. Doni’s Kickstart Program: https://hpv.doctordoni.com/hpv/hpv-kickstart-program

Join Dr. Doni’s HPV Workshop: https://hpv.doctordoni.com/hpv/hpv-workshop

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

Today, I'm excited to introduce you to Jennifer Payeur, a holistic health practitioner and researcher who is the author of the recently released "Ancient Plant Wisdom" book. She's also the founder of Nature Provides, an innovative plant stem cell company, as well as the creator of the Nature Provides documentary.

I'm thrilled to share her story and work with you because it offers a completely different approach to healthcare using plants and plant medicines that can help us heal, including from cancer-related issues.

For those interested in trying plant stem cell remedies, they are available through the Nature Provides website with a 15% discount using the code DrDoni15 on your first order. These remedies offer a gentle, natural approach to healing that works with the body's innate intelligence rather than against it.

We’re here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Nature Provides - use code DrDoni15 on your first order: https://health.nature-provides.com/drdoni/ref/58/ 

Connect with Jennifer: https://nature-provides.com/ 

Join Dr. Doni’s HPV Workshop: https://hpv.doctordoni.com/hpv/hpv-workshop

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

The number of women who are postmenopausal is increasing every year. By 2030, it's estimated that over a billion women around the world will be postmenopausal.

That's exactly why in this video I'm going to be talking about menopause—both perimenopause and postmenopause. I believe this topic deserves way more attention, and I want to be part of educating women and being an advocate during the menopause transition, helping them make informed decisions for their health now and into the future.

I'm Dr. Doni, host of How Humans Heal and Women's Health expert. I've been helping women with their health, including menopausal symptoms, for over 25 years. I recently completed two additional trainings in helping women through menopause, including a menopause boot camp taught by my mentor and instructor in Women's Health, Dr. Tori Hudson.

I want to share information that should be within your reach to help you become better advocates for yourself and make informed decisions going forward.

There's so much I want to teach you about menopause—more than I can cover in this one video. Today, I want to talk about the common symptoms and health issues for women to start thinking about and noticing in your bodies so you can understand the experience of menopause for yourself.

We’re here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Take Dr. Doni’s Stress Type Quiz: https://doctordoni.com/quiz/stress-quiz/

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

Today I'm excited to introduce you to James Barry. James is the CEO and founder of an organ-based superfood seasoning called PLUCK. He's also a private chef with over 20 years of experience cooking for celebrities like Tom Cruise, George Clooney, and Barbra Streisand. Additionally, James is the co-author of several cookbooks, helping authors create their recipes.

As a clinical nutritionist and naturopathic doctor, I'm constantly talking to people about their diet and food choices. Patients continuously ask me what I eat, what they should eat, and what they should avoid. It's an ongoing conversation about food, which is crucial because our food can be either our medicine or work against our health if we're not paying attention. We need to understand that what we consume directly affects our overall well-being, from our immune system to our energy levels and beyond.

James works as what I would call a "holistic chef" - someone who knows how to cook and eat in a healthy way. He describes himself as "the how guy." When clients meet with doctors, nutritionists, or dietitians who tell them what foods to avoid, they often wonder, "How do I do that?" That's when healthcare professionals call Chef James because he understands food swaps and knows how to make those changes delicious.

He ensures people don't feel deprived, which is key when dispensing information about food. We must remember people are human with emotions tied to food. We can't just say, "Don't eat this and eat that." We need to consider the emotional state, support people where they are, and then swap in foods that will help them reach their desired outcomes.

We’re here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Connect With Chef James Barry: https://eatpluck.com/?ref=DRDONIWILSON Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: https://doctordoni.com/detox-program

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

In this episode I'm going to talk about five types of mind-body medicine that I recommend you include in your healing plan to help your body protect you from high-risk HPV virus and prevent cancer caused by high-risk HPV strains.

I'm Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor, clinical nutritionist, and midwife. I've been practicing for over 25 years, specializing in women's health and helping women address abnormal pap smears, including high-risk HPV. I help them heal their cervix, get HPV to negative, and keep it negative—which is unheard of in standard care.

In standard care, well-trained surgeons can remove abnormal cells, but that doesn't remove the virus, which is why many people are told HPV won't go away.

Yet research clearly shows the human immune system can clear HPV, even though it's a DNA virus with 14 high-risk types associated with cancer. The immune system can clear HPV, and I focus on this information. Why isn't your immune system clearing HPV? Why is it still there? Why is it causing abnormal cells when 90% of people clear the virus without developing abnormal cells? We need to determine what in your system is depleted, imbalanced, or disrupted.

One natural approach to clearing HPV is the mind-body connection. I didn't always know this was essential. However, through case after case of working with women and researching what works best, I've found several effective approaches:

- Diet changes to eliminate inflammatory foods

- Nutrients to address deficiencies and support immunity

- Probiotics for gut and vaginal microbiomes

- Homeopathy to remind your immune system to protect against HPV

We’re here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Join Dr. Doni’s HPV Workshop: https://hpv.doctordoni.com/hpv/hpv-workshop

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

In this episode I'm excited to introduce you to Dr. Toni Engram. She is what's referred to as a biological dentist. She's also an integrative health coach and the owner of Flourished Dental Boutique in Richardson, Texas.

For a lot of people, we think a dentist is only a dentist, but that's not really the case anymore. To understand what it means to be a biological dentist, think of it as the functional medicine or naturopathic version of dentistry. While biological dentists still do fillings, crowns, and other standard procedures, how they do these things is very intentional.

Biological medicine has an appreciation for the biological terrain. It's not just about one germ causing one illness - it's about what our toxic bucket looks like. Have we filled it too much and is it overflowing, or are we supporting it? In biological dentistry, practitioners look carefully at what materials they're using and whether those are helping or hurting. They look for infections in a patient's mouth that might be hiding and could impact overall health.

When toxins or infections are involved, biological dentists use techniques that aim to be safer and more natural whenever possible. They don't use fluoride anywhere in the office. When taking out old silver fillings that are half mercury, they follow specific protocols to protect patients and staff. Even the filling materials used are carefully sourced as responsibly as possible.

People can search online for a biological dentist in their area. Many patients switch to a biological dentist when their regular dentist retires, or when they realize that traditional dentistry doesn't align with their values. It's about finding a practitioner whose approach matches what you believe in. Some patients don't want fluoride, don't want unnecessary junk in their mouth, and want to ensure dental work is done safely without unnecessary X-rays.

What's interesting is that Dr. Toni also has health coach certification, which isn't common even among biological dentists. This gives her a broader perspective on health - she's not just looking at the patient's mouth but considering how their diet and overall health relate to what's happening with their teeth.

Health coaching skills help her with one-on-one patient conversations and in communicating with the public through platforms like Instagram and YouTube. It gives her more fine-tuned skills around how to actually help patients to do the things that support them in getting healthier overall.

We’re here to help!

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

Sign Up For Your 14-Day Detox: https://doctordoni.com/detox-program

Sign up For Dr. Doni’s Masterclasses: https://doctordoni.com/masterclasses/ 

Schedule A Chat With Dr. Doni: https://intakeq.com/new/hhsnib/vuaovx 

Read the full episode notes and find more information: https://doctordoni.com/blog/podcasts/

MORE RESOURCES FROM DR. DONI:

Quick links to social media, free guides and programs, and more: https://doctordoni.com/links  

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are product links and affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase I will earn a commission at no cost to you. Keep in mind that I link these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission I receive from your purchases. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you.