Drinks with the Girls®

What Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Know About Functional Medicine


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If you’ve ever been told your labs are “normal” but you still feel exhausted, anxious, inflamed, or just off, this episode is for you. We sit down with Dr. Tracy McCarthy, a functional medicine physician who helps women understand what’s really going on beneath the surface in midlife. From hormone shifts and thyroid dysfunction to gut health and the long-term effects of stress and trauma, Dr. McCarthy explains how the body and brain are deeply connected—and why so many women feel dismissed by conventional medicine. We talk about the difference between functional and traditional approaches, how mental health symptoms often have physical roots, and why tuning in to your body’s signals is the first step toward healing. This is a must-listen for anyone navigating perimenopause, mood changes, fatigue, or feeling like a stranger in their own skin. You’ll walk away feeling informed, validated, and more equipped to advocate for your own well-being.

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🎙️Guest:

Dr. Tracy McCarthy
Website: https://www.drtracymccarthy.com/
IG: @drtracymccarthy


🍸☕ What We Were Drinking:
Modelo
Celestial Seasonings
Yogi Green Tea
The Devil's Own Walnut & Fig Rum
Good Earth Sweet & Spicy Tea

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Drinks with the Girls®By Karen Shatafian and Lisa Corricello-McDowell