In this episode of the "Grow or Die" podcast, I am joined by Dr. Ashley Dwyer, a pharmacist-turned-functional health coach. Together, we unpack some of the most pressing issues in women's health, including metabolic dysfunction, PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), and the dangers of hormonal birth control. Dr. Dwyer shares her personal journey of breaking free from the traditional pharmaceutical path to focus on functional medicine and holistic health. This conversation is filled with practical advice, health hacks, and insights into how lifestyle changes can address root causes instead of just treating symptoms.

Timestamps:

[00:00] - Intro - Our Current Health Crisis: The growing prevalence of metabolic dysfunction and the hidden impact of hormonal birth control on women’s health.

[02:34] Podcast Introduction.

[03:08] Reversing Autoimmune Issues & Misconceptions About PCOS.

[04:45] Why PCOS Is on the Rise.

[07:01] The Misconceptions of Genetic Predisposition.

[10:10] Dangers of Statins and Cardiovascular Misconceptions.

[12:32] PCOS Methodologies.

[15:14] The Role of Stress in Health and Hormonal Imbalances.

[18:00] Dr. Ashley's Journey From Pharmacy to Functional Medicine.

[22:24] COVID's Impact on the Healthcare Industry.

[26:11] Hormonal Birth Control: The Long-Term Impact.

[28:27] The Runway Approach to Coming Off Hormonal Birth Control.

[31:13] How to Support Women Mentally Through the Transition.

[34:08] Alleviating Androgen Symptoms in PCOS.

[37:42] The "My Doctor Said I Couldn't Get Pregnant" Myth.

[40:16] Debunking PCOS Myths.

[45:04] The Role of Gluten and Dairy in Hormonal Imbalance.

[50:26] How Stress Impacts Gut Health and Hormones.

[54:45] Histamine Intolerance and PMDD.

[1:00:00] Closing Remarks and Call-to-Action.

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