Karen clarifies when a head injury calls for an ER visit.

When Knocking Your Noggin is an Emergency

Nurse practitioner Karen Nickell discusses the realities of menopause and the female midlife in a way that is both informative and fun.Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

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Karen discusses the importance of at-home testing and goes on a rant about providers who dismiss them (and their patients) out-of-hand.Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

At-Home Hormone Testing and Karen Goes on a Rant

Karen discusses recent research on the benefits of apple cider vinegar for weight loss. The study found that consuming up to one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar daily for 12 weeks led to an average weight loss of 15 pounds. Listen on for more!Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

Just a Spoonful of Sugar Helps the Belly Fat Go Down

Karen discusses practical strategies for overcoming stubborn weight loss challenges, particularly during perimenopause. She delves into the nuances of balancing diet and exercise, explains the importance of mixing cardio with weight resistance, and addresses common dietary misconceptions. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

Why Can't I Lose Weight: Stubborn Weight Loss Options

Karen answers the question: "What type of magnesium should I take if I decide to take a supplement?" She explains magnesium's essential role in health, touching on its benefits for brain, heart, and muscle function, and highlights the widespread issue of magnesium deficiency, often due to processed food diets.Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

Magnesium Mix-up: So Many Choices!

Karen discusses sacropenia (loss of muscle and strength) and ways to combat it.Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

When Knocking Your Noggin is an Emergency

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