As the festive lights twinkle and the aroma of holiday delights fills the air, we extend a warm and joyous welcome to the holiday season. It's a time of togetherness, reflection, and shared moments that leave an indelible mark on our hearts.

Holidays can also be a time of extra indulgences and what's up with the red wine headaches?!

Hope you enjoy the show.

~Dr. Susan

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As we explore Functional Medicine and Conventional Medicine, our mission is clear: to empower you with insights, knowledge, and the confidence to make choices aligned with your unique health needs.

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🔊 Listen in to understand how digestive enzymes can help your digestive health.

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Bloating and flatulence – an often embarrassing but easily dismissed discomfort that silently affects the daily lives of many midlife men and women. You're not alone if you've found yourself grappling with these symptoms. At Norwin Wellness, we recognize that these symptoms go beyond mere

If you often wonder, "Why do I get bloated every time I eat?" this episode is for you. As a seasoned expert in functional nutrition, I want to take you on a journey of understanding.

Hope you enjoy the episode!

~Dr. Plank

Hi,

We’ve discussed the last few weeks different causes of fatigue.  Today, we're turning our attention to a key player in the energy game: blood sugar.

Yes, the very thing that fuels our bodies can also be a source of

Check out Crack the Code: How Sweet Stuff Affects Your Blood Sugar

Best in Health,

Dr. Susan

Should You Consider a Sleep Divorce?

In a recent survey, I found it distressing to discover that 20% of respondents reported 'never or rarely' waking up feeling rested.

Midlife transitions can bring a new set of stressors, where the intersection of hormonal shifts, finances, family challenges, and personal responsibilities creates various levels of concern, especially for peri and postmenopausal women.

Listen as Dr. Plank discusses various causes of sleep disturbance including high cortisol!

The connection between adrenal health and thyroid function is a crucial to understanding the broader spectrum of hormonal balance.

If you are left wondering why your Synthroid, levothyroxine or Armour thyroid aren't working, you should get tested for Adrenal Fatigue.

Thanks for listening!

Dr. Susan

In today's podcast, we'll discuss fatigue related to aging and chronic disease. These are common types of anemia associated with aging but let's dig deeper to understand the causes and what you can do about fatigue related to a diagnosis of anemia of aging or anemia of chronic disease.

The terms "anemia of aging" and "anemia of chronic disease" are related but not entirely synonymous. Both types of anemia share some common characteristics, but they can have different underlying causes and contributing factors.

There are many factors that affect red blood cell health and nutritional care should not be overlooked.

I hope you enjoy this episode.

Thanks for listening!

Dr. Susan

This is a disturbing episode but one that deserves to be looked into further. When you visit your doctor, are you being offered the best treatment or just another prescription?

Your Choice, Your Health

Listen in as Dr. Plank shares information on Medicare and insurance company reimbursement practices that might be keeping you from getting the best care.

Lifestyle medicine focuses on improving lifestyle behaviors such as eating, movement, stress reduction, and better sleep. Habits that allow clients improved incomes with lower cost and no medication.

But did you know, Medicare pays doctors more who keep their clients on medication vs non-medication lifestyle treatments. It's known as medication compliance.

Spend your healthcare dollars wisely! Your health depends on it.

Read more here.

Hi, in this week's episode, I discuss vitamin deficiency anemia, which is widespread. Unfortunately, it's underdiagnosed due to a lack of testing and old-school lab ranges and interpretation skills.

Seniors, vegans (and vegetarians), and those who have had bariatric surgery often suffer from vitamin deficiency anemia. Others have chronic digestive symptoms or are chronic dieters and are also typically vitamin deficient. Don't get me wrong though I see vitamin deficiency anemia routinely across generations.

Thanks for listening and if you could spread the word about vitamin deficiency anemia, it's such an easy way to improve energy and live your best life.

Dr. Susan Plank